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Note: This is a mail which I have received from a friend and do not know any one who has tried the following remedy. Though you will learn, it is not harmful:


Please note that another name for Lady Finger (Bhindi ) is " OKRA ".

Last month in one of TV program I learnt of a treatment of Sugar (Diabetes). Since I am diabetic, I tried it and it was very useful and my Sugar is in control now. In fact I have already reduced my medicine.

Take two pieces of Lady Finger (Bhindi) and remove/cut both ends of each piece. Also put a small cut in the middle and put these two pieces in glass of water. Cover the glass and keep it at room temperature during night. Early morning, before breakfast simply remove two pieces of lady finger (bhindi) from the glass and drink that water.

Keep doing it on daily basis.

Within two weeks, you will see remarkable results in reduction of your SUGAR.

My sister has got rid of her diabetes. She was on Insulin for a few years, but after taking the lady fingers every morning for a few months, she has stopped Insulin but continues to take the lady fingers everyday. But she chops the lady fingers into fine pieces in the night, adds the water and drinks it all up the next morning. Please. try it as it will not do you any harm even if it does not do much good to you, but you have to keep taking it for a few months before you see results, as most cases might be chronic.

Don't eat the skin of the apple because it's coated with wax.
Check before you eat many of the fruits.

WAX is being used for preservation purposes and cold storage.

You might be surprised especially apples from USA and other parts are more than one year old, though it would look fresh. Becox wax is coated, preventing bacteria to enter. So it does not get dry.

Eat Apples after removing the wax as demonstrated.

Some of the health-challenges you face with aging are:

Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome

About three-fourths of adults aged 60 and older are overweight or obese. Obesity may be related to type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, breast and colon cancer, gall bladder disease, and high blood pressure.

More than 40% of adults 60 years and older have a combination of risk factors known as metabolic syndrome, which puts people at increased risk for developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers. It is characterized by:

• Waist measurement greater than 40 inches in men, 35 inches in women (apple-shaped body).
• Triglyceride level of 150 mg/dL or higher
• HDL "good" cholesterol level less than 40mg/dL in men, 50 mg/dL in women
• Blood pressure of 130/85 or higher
• Fasting glucose level of 110 mg/dL or higher

Women in premenopause and menopause tend to accumulate fat around the waist and hips.The best way to fight it, is with increasing exercise, reducing alcohol intake (because a lot of alcohol calories go right to the gut) and reducing calorie intake. Also, increase your healthy fat intake (omega-3 fatty acids and unsaturated fats) and eliminate Tran’s fats completely because there's no safe amount of those."
Also avoid foods sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. The common sweetener is found in everything from sodas to breakfast cereal. In middle age, we should eat foods as close to naturally prepare as possible."

Arthritis

Arthritis affects nearly half the elderly population and is a leading cause of disability. Old injuries from playing school football, and years of wearing high-heeled shoes catch up with us. Arthritis in the knees is the price we pay for walking upright on two legs. The keys to prevention is to avoid overuse, do steady, regular exercise rather than in weekend spurts, and stop if you feel pain. "The adage, 'no pain, no gain,' is not true."

And managing your weight is just as essential for joint health as cardiovascular health. The Framingham osteoarthritis study showed that a weight loss of just 11 pounds could reduce the risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knees by 50%.
Osteoporosis and fall

Osteoporosis and low bone mass affect almost 44 million adults age 50 and older, most of them women. According to the National Osteoporosis Association, osteoporosis is not part of normal aging. Healthy behaviors and treatment, when appropriate, can prevent or minimize the condition.

In a given year, more than one-third of adults age 65 and older experience a fall. Twenty percent to 30% of those who fall suffer injuries that decrease mobility and independence; falls are the leading cause of death from injury in this age group.
Stop smoking, watch your alcohol intake, get plenty of calcium, and limit foods with high acidic content and also avoid sodas and cold drinks. They encourage loss of calcium. Our bodies always maintain calcium, and when there's not enough coming in from our diet, it comes out from our bones. One reason women are especially are at risk for osteoporosis is that if they've had children; it takes a whole lot of calcium to develop a baby, and that calcium is taken from the mother's bones if she's not getting enough in her diet." Adults in middle age need 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams of calcium daily.

Vitamin D, "the sunshine vitamin," is also important. Using sunscreens to protect against skin cancer is wise, but sunscreens block ultraviolet rays the body needs to make vitamin D. Furthermore, with age our bodies become less efficient at making vitamin D from sunlight,

Make sure you're getting enough from low-fat dairy products, or take a supplement."
Weight-bearing exercise also helps to keep bones healthy. "If you're not exercising, starting at any age is beneficial, but the sooner the better."


Cancer

Risk for developing most types of cancer increases with age.
As women age, the rate of cervical cancer decreases, and endometrial cancer increases, most of the women slack off gynecological exams after their childbearing years, but remember it's important for women to get regular exams."
The risk of prostate cancer increases with age, screening should start in your 40s, and at the very least should involve a digital rectal examination.
Lung cancer accounts for more deaths than breast cancer, prostate cancer, and colon cancer combined.


Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) affects more than one-third of men and women in the 45 to 54 year age group, and the incidence increases with age. Cardiovascular diseases, which are diseases of the heart or blood vessels, are the leading cause of death in most of the countries. They include arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, heart failure, hypertension, orthostatic hypotension, stroke, and congenital heart disease.

A healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk of heart disease by as much as 80%, One study showed that people who were not overweight, did not smoke, consumed about one alcoholic drink per day, exercised vigorously for 30 minutes or more per day, and ate a low-fat, high-fiber diet had the lowest risk for heart disease.
If you have high blood pressure, get it under control, it reduces the rate of stroke and heart attacks. People say the medicines have bad side effects, but there are enough medications to choose from that you and your physician should be able to find one that's right for you.

And limit salt intake to control high blood pressure. Remember prepared foods are loaded with salt, the minute food comes out of a can or frozen food package or from a fast-food environment, and you lose control of the ingredients. This is another reason to eat foods as close to naturally prepare as possible."


Vision and Hearing Loss

Age-related eye diseases -- macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma affect 119 million people aged 40 and older, according to one report, and that number is expected to double within the next three decades.
Eating foods with high antioxidant content may be helpful in reducing vision loss due to macular degeneration, and taking vitamin supplements for eye health may help. A lot of my geriatric patients are taking them now, which may not be as helpful as taking them when you're younger."

It also appears that smokers are at higher risk for macular degeneration, so that's another reason to stop smoking.

Regular eye exams should include screening for glaucoma, which is called "the sneak thief of sight" for the fact that the first symptom is vision loss. The disease can be arrested, but vision lost to glaucoma cannot be restored.
The incidence of hearing loss increases with age. Twenty-nine percent of those with hearing loss are 45-65; 43% of those with hearing loss are 65 or older.
Hearing loss takes a toll on the quality of life and can lead to depression and withdrawal from social activities. Although hearing aids can help, only one out of four people use them.

High-frequency hearing loss is common in old age and made worse by a lifestyle that includes exposure to loud sounds. Another factor is working in a noisy environment, such as airports or factories.

Remember any source of sound that fits in the ear canal, such as using Walkmans or iPods, really puts your hearing at risk. If you're going to use an iPod, don't put it directly in your ear, and lower the volume."


Teeth

The good news is that you'll probably keep your own teeth, and implants and bleaching can make your teeth look years younger than the rest of your body. Only about 25% of people over age 60 wear dentures today.

It is advised brushing twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste, flossing daily to remove plaque, and visiting your dentist regularly.


Mental Health: Memory and Emotional Well-being

Forget what you think you know about memory loss and old age. It is not inevitable. Stress, anxiety, and mental overload are most likely responsible. "Our brains are made for us to do one thing at a time. Multitasking overloads the brain so people aren't remembering things and get concerned they're having memory problems."
Doing the things that keep your heart healthy will also keep your brain healthy. The same blood vessels that go to the heart branch off and go to the brain. Exercise, control your blood pressure, quit smoking, and if you have diabetes, keep it under control.

The evidence of alcohol's benefits is mixed. "Hard alcohol seems to be of no benefit, but wine may be. Moderation is the key."

Staying mentally active is as important as staying physically active
One of the perplexing problems of aging is Alzheimer's disease. About 3% of men and women aged 65 to 74 have Alzheimer's disease, and nearly half of those aged 85 and older may have the disease.

Among all age groups, depression is often under diagnosed and untreated. Many people mistakenly believe that depression is a natural condition of old age.
When you get older, you're dealing with life-change issues, children leaving home, health problems, loss of parents and friends, and retirement become issues.
One of the biggest life changes is retirement. Many people have their sense of worth tied up with work. In retirement, depression and suicide rates rise.
Recognize that some physical abilities will decline, but giving up sports altogether isn't the answer

Also recognize in your 40s and 50s that parents and grandparents won't be around forever. "In anticipation of their getting old and dying, making contact and tying up loose ends can be useful."

Even though family and friends may be gone or distant, the loneliness that's often associated with old age is not inevitable. Try to reach out to new people, and even think about being a 'grandparent' to a younger family
Also nurturing your spiritual side may be in order as you get older and face mortality. "For many people who have drifted away from religion or spiritual practice, it's sometimes comforting to reassess that.


Do Your Part

Much of the illness, disability, and deaths associated with chronic disease are avoidable through known prevention measures, including a healthy lifestyle, early detection of diseases, immunizations, injury prevention, and programs to teach techniques to self-manage conditions such as pain and chronic diseases.
And while the future will undoubtedly bring medical advances in treatments and cures, it is advised taking care of what you have.
"Our original parts are the best.
If you can keep your own parts, that's the best way to go."

• 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (Likely applies to half the world population.)
• In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is mistaken for hunger.
• Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as 3%.
• One glass of water will shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a University of Washington study.
• Lack of water, the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.
• Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain or up to 80% of sufferers.
• A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a ! printed page.
• Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%., and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer.

MAY MY CUP OF TEA BE LIGHT & HALF SO THAT MY CUP OF WOE IS NOT FULL!

As long as we get a fresh cup of tea on demand, who bothers whether it is Black Tea or Green Tea? Whether it is Darjeeling, Assam or Nilgiri? Whether it is medicinal tea or harmful tea?

Popular in India, China and other Asian countries for thousands of years, GREEN Tea has been shown to have significant Medicinal > Therapeutic effect...All tea leaves contain caffeine, tannins, essential oils, polyphenols, vitamins, minerals and trace elements (such as fluoride). Green tea has many health benefits. It is anti-inflammatory; lowers blood cholesterol levels, has a beneficial effect on the circulation and liver; protects against tooth decay and detoxifies the blood.

But! But! Take care: Too much caffeine can increase your heart rate, restlessness and insomnia.

Every extravagant cup of over-indulgence- especially if it be strong fermented tea is blessed by the devil in you only! Jane porter says, “when the cup of any sensual pleasure is drained to the bottom, there is always poison in the dregs.”

The difference between black and green teas lies in their processing. Black tea is fermented, whereas green tea, which is prepared from steamed, dried leaves, is not allowed to ferment. Also, some types of green tea are lightly roasted.

The minimal processing helps retain the tea's green color, gives it a flowery aroma and fresh flavour and also preserves the active ingredients that produce the tea's health benefits. Green tea may help prevent tooth decay, high blood pressure, heart disease and several forms of cancer. It also invigorates the body and improves concentration.

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Preparation of the tea : Place 1 rounded tsp. of tea leaves per cup in a teapot. Heat the water until it is simmering (160 deg F); cool briefly (vigorously boiling water can destroy the tea's gentle flavour). Pour the water over the tea leaves; cover the pot. For a mild flavour, let the pot stand 2-3 min; for a stronger flavour, steep for 4-6 min> Warning: contains high caffeine content
The active ingredient caffeine: While green tea is highly touted for its health benefits, it does contain a high level of caffeine. Depending on how long it brews, a 6 oz. cup of green tea has 10-50 mg. of caffeine. While this stimulant improves concentration and boosts alertness, it also increases the heart rate and could keep you from getting a good night's rest. To lower the caffeine content of green tea, pour a little water over the leaves prior to infusion and strain the water off after 30 seconds. Then prepare the tea as usual.

The trace element fluoride: The fluoride found in green tea hardens tooth enamel and makes teeth more resistant to decay. Do not give tea to infants, however, because it may inhibit iron metabolism.

For athletic performance: Cold green tea is an ideal thirst quencher. Its stimulating effect and high concentration of vital substances increase mental and physical performance during exercise.

For fasting and detoxification: Known in China as a fat-melter, because of its cholesterol lowering effects, green tea contains no calories and is recommended as nutritional supplement.

Common types of green tea in India:

Green Assam

This tea comes from the Assam plateau, the largest tea growing district in the world. Only a small amount of the tea from this area is used to produce green tea.

Green Darjeeling

Grown on the southern slopes of the Himalayas, green Darjeeling tea is especially gentle on the body because of the minimal processing.

Teas from India

From Nilgiri in the south to Darjeeling in the north, the plantations range from low-grown areas (sea level up to 2000ft) to high-grown (more than 4000 ft high). Generally plucked from March to October, each area produces teas of distinctive character.

Although India produces mostly black teas, a small amount of green tea (1% of total production) is produced mainly for the Afghanistan market.

Assam

Assam tea has distinctive flecked brown and gold leaves known as "orange" when dried. In flavour it is robust, bright with a smooth, malt pungency and is perfect as the first cup of tea of the day. Such teas are used in everyday popular blends because of the full-bodied richness. There is also an Assam Green tea with unusual light, almost sweet liquor.

First Flush Assam

Assam tea bushes start growing in March and the first flush is picked for 8 to 10 weeks, first flush Assams e.g. Bamonpookri, an excellent quality tea with a strong fresh flavour. Are rarely marketed in the Europe, unlike first flush Darjeelings.

Second Flush Assam

The plucking of the second flush begins in June with most of the production taking place from July to September. The second flush Assam is the best of the season and when brewed give a rich aroma, a clear dark read liquor and a strong malty taste. Good examples of second flush Assam are, Napuk, displaying all the qualities of a well made Assam and Thowra, which has a strong spicy liquor and lots of body.

Darjeeling

Regarded as the "Champagne of Teas”, light and delicate in flavour and aroma, and with undertones of muscatel, Darjeeling is an ideal complement to dinner or afternoon tea. The first "flushes" (pluckings) are thought to produce the best Darjeeling vintage but all crops are of very high quality. Darjeeling Green is rare tea similar to Japanese Sencha with an exquisite aroma and delicate taste.

First Flush Darjeeling

The Darjeeling bushes' first new shoots - the first flush - are picked in April. These first teas of the season are the finest and are much in demand, fetching incredibly high prices at auction. Castleton First Flush, has a perfect green-brown leaf and is from one of the most prestigious gardens in the area. It gives an exquisite perfume and taste of green muscatel. Bloomfield First Flush is again from a recognised garden and its subtle astringent flavour is typical of Darjeeling first flush.

Second Flush Darjeeling

Second flush Darjeelings are picked between May and June and produce excellent quality teas that are considered by some to be better than the first flush as they have a fruitier, less astringent flavour than the earlier teas. The leaves are darker brown and contain plenty of silvery tip. Again good examples of second flush Darjeelings are, Puttabong, which is one of the better second flush Darjeelings available, with a discernible muscatel flavour and Namring, a fruity balanced taste perfect for afternoon tea.

Nilgiri

Most Nilgiri teas are used for blending, but there is a rapidly growing demand for the speciality tea of the area. Nilgiri has a bright amber colour and a refreshing, bright and delicate taste. Nunsch is a typical Nilgiri tea, large-leafed, which gives a fruity, bright and flavourful brew.

India Tea

A blend of teas from all parts of India, this is often served as afternoon tea or after a meal. It is full-bodied, refreshing and with delicate hints of its regional origins.

YOUR BASIC BIRTH RIGHT TO DENTAL CARE

The consequences to ignoring dental care are serious. Dental care is not just about the mouth, but has a big impact on the health of the whole body. Any infection that takes root in our mouth has excellent access to the body through the air we breathe and also the bloodstream, and so our immune system then gets stuck dealing with never-ending problems, because it can't properly get at the source. This is clearly an area where an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and too few people are aware of how important it is.

Apart from getting scared of serious consequences for dental disregard, we better make ourselves aware of the importance and obligation for Dental Care right from formative years covering childhood till the life span.

It's hard to convince people that "dental health" is just another kind of "health care" that has to be done.

So here are few guide lines for religious live-in practice day in and day out: It's up to us to live with them.

GUIDE LINES :

1. It is strongly recommended that we all, specially children during the first formative years of childhood undergo brushing about twice a day, preferably with a fluoride toothpaste. And religiously before retiring to bed.

2. It helps remove plaque and other debris from the tooth. The fluoride improves the crystallinity and decreases the solubility of enamel; it promotes remineralization and decreases acid formation of the enamel, and significantly reduces the incidence of tooth decay. It also helps diagnose cavities, root canals, broken teeth, and gum disease in time.

3. Avoid dietary habits which have at least as much to do with dental health as do regular cleanings and check ups. Avoid such traditional diet regimens that are extremely calcium deficient, or Vitamin C deficient (leading to severe gum disease), or both at the same time.

4. Clove oil is a tested and age-old grandma remedy for an aching tooth.

5. Til oil gargling is good for jaws, depth of voice and good taste for food. One will not get cracked lips, bad odour, sore throat or tooth ache.

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Universal dental care ridicules the idea that the health of our teeth is somehow separate from the health of our body.

We sure do not want toothlessness to signify our culture or backwardness. The resultant lack of self-esteem inflicts the individual's personal and professional demeanor. As a public face of the family, it triggers an instant devaluation of the individual's and family's personality in the eyes of others. Think > it's more a cultural and educational thing.

And Second, dentists do not feel a cultural responsibility that comes with a profession. The dentists don't have this inculcated in any way during their training. On the contrary, they are taught to operate their practices solely as a business. It's cash on table proposition not covered by insurance.


BABY TEETH

1. Primary teeth play an important role in chewing, speech habits, appearance and preserving space for a child's permanent teeth. Therefore, a safe, effective and agreeable method of preventive dental care is vital. For babies under the age of three years, parents are normally advised to dispense a specific quantity of fluoride toothpaste when they clean their baby's primary teeth. Initially, it is sometimes advisable to wipe the plaque off the baby's teeth and gums with damp gauze or a washcloth. Then, after the age of about one, when more teeth are emerging including the back ones, it is suggested that brushing may be introduced.

2. When a primary tooth emerges from the gums into the oral cavity, the enamel surface of the tooth always benefits from brushing it daily and/or a regular application of fluoride.

3. A baby's mouth has great physiological and psychological significance. In the first few years of a child's life, the mouth is an important source of need and stimulation, as evidenced conspicuously in the acts of eating, drinking and suckling. Recurrent episodes of a negative experience often prompt a parent to compromise or abandon all together a regimen of regular dental care for their baby. Later, the child may not become motivated to brush on their own.

4. Excepting in special circumstances, the Canadian Dental Association no longer recommends fluoride supplements for babies less than three years old. The American Dental Association recommends; only in special circumstances, a 0.25 mg. fluoride supplement for children aged six months to three years.

5. Think of getting a bite-guard for kids so that they do not batter their teeth more by grinding them at night.

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GO TO A DENTIST AND YOU GET BLED MORE BY HIM THAN BY THE TOOTH!

It is said that the hospital is a place where patient's relatives come to meet with other relatives of the patient. And seven times out of ten, the patient is a Granny or Grand Pa with broken bones!

Falls are the most common cause of broken bones for people with advancing age. And yet we fail to install relatively simple devices in the house which can make life a bit less miserable and more independent for the older adults; Which can also help those with conditions such as arthritis whereby they face mobility problems to get around!

Well, everybody may not end up with arthritis or in a wheelchair, but everybody does end up with certain faculties on the decline. So why not install few devices which can provide them comfort, emotional security, safety and independence with self-confidence a bit or more enhanced to move around without fear. And without a fall!

Yes, some simple and minor changes will have a major impact on the quality of their lives. To help them to age gracefully and with dignity!

Here are a few devices : U may add more!


1) Double-faced adhesive carpet tape or rubber matting applied to the backs of rugs to prevent tripping over rugs.

2) Changes in floor levels to be clearly marked with white or reflecting tape.

3) Add a second handrail to the staircase, a light switch at both the bottom and the top of the stairs, and nonslip – nonskid strips.

4) Add grab bars in the bathroom on the wall adjacent to the toilet and in the tub or shower.

5) Textured strips applied to bathro om floors and to the bottoms of tubs and showers to help prevent falls on soapy tile or porcelain surfaces which are slippery.

6) Use a shower chair with rubber feet.

7) Knob-type faucet or tub hardware should be replaced with single-lever faucets, which to be easily operated by arthritic hands .

8) To use lightweight cookware, nonslip bowls, thicker, padded-handle utensils and molded glassware to make eating and drinki ng easier.

9) Narrow doorways pose a problem for senior citizens who use walkers or wheelchairs. Removal of a door can often provide the needed clearance. If this isn't feasible, "swing-clear" hinges can enlarge a door opening nearly two inches. Lever l atches instead of standard doorknobs alleviate the problem arthritics have with gripping or twisting. Likewise, slide bolts are easier to operate than deadbolts and provide nearly the same security.

10) Because it takes older people longer to focus vision w hen moving between light and dark areas, light levels should be kept consistent in bedrooms and hallways, and night lights should be used.

11) Contrast the colours of the walls from the colour of the floors from the colours of steps


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PEOPLE HEAL MORE QUICKLY AT HOME THAN IN AN INSTITUTION!

Age is a state of mind, Age cannot wither.

We are as young as our faith and hope.

May our mind remain further engaged

Into mental and spiritual exercises!

Many a man then stay young at Sixties

Laughing at the old folks at Thirties.

Acupressure is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique based on the same ideas as acupuncture. Acupressure involves placing physical pressure by hand, elbow, or with the aid of various devices on different acupuncture points on the surface of the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine does not usually operate within a scientific paradigm but some practioners make efforts to bring practices into an evidence-based medicine framework.

There is no scientific consensus over whether or not evidence supports efficacy of acupressure beyond a placebo. Reviews of existing clinical trials have been conducted by the Cochrane Collaboration and Bandolier according to the protocols of evidence-based medicine; for most conditions they have concluded a lack of effectiveness or lack of well-conducted clinical trials.

The points used may or may not be in the same area of the body as the targeted symptom. The TCM theory for the selection of such points and their effectiveness is that they work by stimulating the meridian system to bring about relief by rebalancing yin, yang and qi.

This theory is based on the paradigm of TCM, not that of science.An acupressure wristband that is claimed to relieve the symptoms of motion sickness and other forms of nausea is available. The band is designed to provide pressure to the P6 acupuncture point, a point that has been extensively investigated.

The Cochrane Collaboration, a group of evidence-based medicine (EBM) reviewers, reviewed the use of P6 for nausea and vomiting, and found it to be effective for reducing post-operative nausea, but not vomiting.

The Cochrane review included various means of stimulating P6, including acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, transcutaneous nerve stimulation, laser stimulation, acustimulation device and acupressure; it did not comment on whether one or more forms of stimulation were more effective. EBM reviewer Bandolier said that P6 acupressure in two studies showed 52% of patients with control having a success, compared with 75% with P6 acupressure. One author of an article published in the Scientific Review of Alternative Medicine disagreed.

A Cochrane Collaboration review found that massage provided some long-term benefit for low back pain, and said: It seems that acupressure or pressure point massage techniques provide more relief than classic (Swedish) massage, although more research is needed to confirm this.

Many East Asian martial arts also make extensive study and use of acupressure for self-defense and health purposes (chin na, tui na).

The points or combinations of points are said to be used to manipulate or incapacitate an opponent. Also, martial artists regularly massage their own acupressure points in routines to remove blockages from their own meridians, claiming to thereby enhance their circulation and flexibility and keeping the points "soft" or less vulnerable to an attack.

Attacking the acupressure points is one theme in the wuxia genre of movies and novels.


Reference

During a party, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine and just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes. (they offered to call ambulance) .


They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food - while she appeared a bit shaken up, Ingrid went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening. Ingrid's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital - (at 6:00pm , Ingrid passed away.)

She had suffered a stroke at the party . Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today. She had suffered a stroke at the party .

Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today.
Some don't die. They end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead.. It only takes a minute to read this...


HOW TO IDENTIFY STROKE:
A neurologist says that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke...totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.


RECOGNIZING A STROKE :
Remember the '3' steps, STR . Read and Learn! Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.

Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions :

S * Ask the individual to SMILE .
T * = TALK. Ask the person to SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently) (eg 'It is sunny out today').
R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS .

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call the ambulance and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.


NOTE : Another 'sign' of a stroke is :
1. Ask the person to 'stick' out their tongue.
2. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke.

• Even if one drinks an HIV infected blood (or semen) of someone (ingest
  through Gastro Intestinal track), the virus can not survive in the
  acidic pH of stomach*. Highest extent of acidity is 0 (practically not
  possible) so imagine 1 as pH which is in our stomach. (This pH can burn
  your own finger in less than a second if you dip in that acid).

• HIV can never survive in any other liquid* medium also other than blood or semen..

• Exposure of less than 1 second in AIR KILLS the HIV virus* (hence story
  of needle pricks in Cinema theatres is a crap). Even if blood from a
  wound (of infected person) dries up (*blood clot*), *the virus dies*and
  can not infect anyone else

• HIV transmission is *ONLY* an *INFECTION*
  i.e. entrance of virus in one's body. It *DOES NOT MEAN AIDS*.

• An HIV-infected person (after entrance of virus) can progress to a condition of AIDS
  only after *8 to 10 YEARS *

• It is *not HIV (virus) that kills a human* .....the virus attacks
  immune cells (cells that fight against foreign pathogens/antigens) and
  hence a person's ability to fight against infections & diseases
  slowly diminishes and person ultimately dies of a disease which could
  be as simple as TB

• Most importantly, HIV is no longer a
  dreadful disease ... it is "*CHRONIC MANAGEABLE DISEASE*" just like
  Diabetes or Hypertension.

• If there is anything you need to be
  careful from to prevent HIV is Unsafe sex*, *Blood transfusion* (check
  before taking) /Blood donation (use sterilized needles only) and any
  *blood contact during an accident *or so where amount of bleeding is
  very high.

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7. Submit your blog in blog directories and the RSS feed in RSS directories respectively.

8. It will be fruitful if you use the Ping-O-Matic service. Enter your blog name and its URL and select the directories according to choice. Any updates in your blog are automatically updated in the directories. The web visitors in these directories will be able to access your contents.

9. While designing your blog it is necessary to make an email subscription button and form. This proves to be very user friendly.

10. Try to comment on other blogs. This will introduce your blog in the blogger community.

11. List your favorite blogs in the blog rolls. You must also try to list your blog in other blogs.

12. It is highly important to add your blog’s URL to your email signature and any profiles other social networking sites. This will also introduce your blog in the web community.

13. It is essential to use Digg, Stumble and other social bookmarking sites for your blog. Once you send a post in the aggregators, it will reach millions in no time.

14. Write on related topics. Post related topics in a row. This helps in stirring up the interest of the web visitors.

15. Show the topmost posts in the your blog which received great popularity. This will bear evidence of your blog’s authenticity and significance.

16. It is mandatory to add “previous” and “next” post buttons. This helps the user to quickly and easily navigate through the web pages.

17. Try to build up inbound links in your blog. This will help the web visitors to access other important pages in your blog and thus enhance traffic flow.

18. It is important to that you must claim the blog at Technorati, which gives ranking to blogs according to number of incoming links and rankings by Alexa Toolbar.

19. Rework on the post. Try to check out every detail in your post and make it exciting.

20. Use photos in your post.





At last tremendous 'pressure' from raindrops, I'm starting a blog... :) Special thanks to RD!