ACUPUNCTURE : THE NEEDLE THERAPY

ACUPUNCTURE is the ancient Chinese medicinal art. Acupuncture has an important place in alternative healing even today. It is also called Oriental medicine. Acupuncture scientific name is paradigm.

WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE :
Each meridian corresponds to one organ, or group of organs, that governs particular bodily functions. Acupuncture is thought to restore health by removing energy imbalances and blockages in the body. Acupuncture is the practice of inserting thin needles into specific body points to improve health and well-being. Acupuncture originated in China more than 2,000 years ago

The proponents of acupuncture rave about the benefits and efficacy of receiving acupuncture treatment sessions. There are also many studies that have substantiated some of the positive effects of acupuncture treatments on patients.
Acupuncture involves positioning long, thin needles on various points on the body. There are different techniques to the insertion of the needles, including care for the angles at which they are inserted, different types of needles (there are nine, but most practitioners only use six types of the needles), and various ways to twirl or vibrate the needles.

The needles are placed on the body depending upon the ailment of the patient. Acupuncturists believe that the body has different energy channels that help in the efficient and proper functioning of the body. Precise placement of the needles draws energy to the needed areas and makes way for positive energy flow. This is what adherents profess gives the health benefits.

HEALTH BENEFITS :
Those who practice and those who receive acupuncture point to a variety of positive health benefits associated with the expert placement of the needles. When placed in the proper places, acupuncture needles are said to help cure nearly any ailment from chronic pain to diabetes to cellulite. Cancer patients report that acupuncture helps them deal with their disease by helping them achieve calm and by helping they feel more energetic after cancer treatments. Additionally, relief of the pain associated with the progression of the cancer is felt. Similar results are said to be felt by HIV/AIDS patients.

For people without specific diseases, however, there are other health benefits. Acupuncture adds energy to the day. It can also reduce anxiety and stress. People who use this treatment claim that they feel calmer, and that they feel happier. Additionally, many of them report less worry and anxiety. They feel more alert mentally and more stable emotionally.

Acupuncture is also said to help prevent diseases. Because regular treatments keep the body in proper working order, and because the positive energy is uninhibited through its channels, the body is said to be less prone to sickness.

You can maintain your health and sense of well being by choosing acupuncture. There is researched evidence of the positive effects of acupuncture on the health of patients. However, most physicians and scientists recommend the use of more traditional methods of medicine for treating illnesses.
So the next time you get a chance to enjoy Acupunture don't miss it!!!!

THIN IS NOT IN....

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by low body weight and body image distortion with an obsessive fear of gaining weight. Individuals with this disorder are known to control body weight by means of voluntary starvation, purging, vomiting, excessive exercise or other weight control measures, such as diet pills or diuretic drugs.

How to cope:-

• Take efforts to combat anorexia, once diagnosed.
• Just like money attracts more money, appetite draws appetite.
• First things first. Change your attitude. Sometimes, negatives help. You have to start believing that thin is not in.
• Have cinnamon powder with honey in the morning on empty stomach to build immunity.
• Eat food presented in a interesting combination. For example, fruits can be eaten whole, in chaats, pies, juices, milkshakes, and mock tails etc. Vegetables go down easily in pulavs, parathas, Idlis, Sandwiches, etc.
• Eat in a friendly, warm and healthy environment.
• Avoid discussing food likes or dislikes. Even if you don’t like a particular food, try eating small amount of it but do not exclude it out of your food list.
• Instead of getting worried of weight issues, discuss fitness and health.
• If feeling nauseated, sip fruit juices. Even low-fat milk shakes, protein shakes, lime water etc can be refreshing.
• Supplementing magnesium helps combat depression. Include pulses, nuts, green leafy vegetables, dry fruits etc.
• Foods like corn salad or sprouts salads can be both healthy and appetizing.
• Vegetables juices and soups can be nourishing starters.
• Sip water in which fennel seeds have been boiled with castor sugar. It cools and provides calories.
• Munch on peanuts/dry fruits

BENEFITS OF MEDITATION

BENEFITS OF MEDITATION

In todays world where results matter rather than the effort, stress is overpowering. So inorder to reduce stress everybody right from Celbrities to normal people are turning towards meditation. Meditation has endless benefits.

- The first and foremost is stress reduction.It is scientifically proven that meditation is the best way to balance your emotions and stress,that is the reason why today doctors are adopting meditation techniques for various stress related disorders.

-It improves your concentration power.

-It increases blood flow and slows the heart rate.

-Increases exercise tolerance in heart patients.

-Good for people with high blood pressure as it brings the B.P. to normal.

-Reduces anxiety attacks by lowering the levels of blood lactate.

-Decreases muscle tension (any pain due to tension) and headaches.

-It increases serotonin production which influences mood and behaviour. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, obesity, insomnia and headaches.

-Helps in chronic diseases like allergies , arthritis etc.

-Reduces Pre- menstrual Syndrome.

-Helps in post-operative healing.

-Enhances the immune system. Research has revealed that meditation increases activity of 'natural-killer cells', which kill bacteria and cancer cells.

-Also reduces activity of viruses and emotional distress.

Meditation helps us to overcome phobias.It helps to build self-confidence

DENTAL HEALTH

ORAL HEALTH

I don't think there would be single person in this world who would not love to receive compliments on his smile...and your smile is confident only if you have a healthy jaw-line....

Ask them who have regular toothaches,they think everbody else in the world is happy whose teeth are sound...

Since childhood we have seen our mothers running behind us for brushing our teeth twice a day,and we used to be so very angry for this.... Now we realize the fact that mothers areNever wrong

The Do's & Don'ts for having a beautiful and confident smile :-

§ Brush your teeth at least twice a day and ideally after every meal, using fluoride-containing toothpaste.

§ Use floss every day.

§ Use a soft-bristled toothbrush — it's gentler on your gums.

§ To brush properly, hold your toothbrush at a slight angle against your teeth and use short back-and-forth motions

§ Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if it becomes frayed.

§ Consider using an electric toothbrush, especially if you have arthritis or other problems that make it difficult to brush well.

§ Avoid vigorous or harsh scrubbing, which can irritate your gums.

§ Don't use toothpicks or other objects that aren't made to clean your teeth.

Above all Have a dental checkup at LEAST EVERY 6 MONTHS

Time to meet the Dentist if you have follwoing signs & symptoms :-

§ Red, tender or swollen gums
§ Gums that bleed when you're regularly brushing and flossing
§ Gums that are pulling away from your teeth, which may make your teeth seem longer
§ Pus around your teeth and gums when you press on the gums
§ A bad taste in your mouth
§ Loose teeth
§ Changes in the way your top and bottom teeth touch
§ Changes in the feel of your dentures
§ Sensitivity to hot and cold

HEALTHY LIVING FOR WOMEN

A HEALTHY WOMEN MAKES A HEALTHY FAMILY

~ Calcium is important for women of all ages--recent studies suggest that calcium supplementation may prevent up to 50 percent of all PMS symptoms including cramps, and daily calcium supplementation is a critical factor in the prevention of osteoporosis after menopause.

~ Folic acid supplementation significantly reduces the risk of birth defects and should be used by all women considering pregnancy.

~ Vitamin E 400-800 mg per day is recommended to help menopausal women reduce hot flashes and night sweats, and helps protect the cardiovascular and immune systems.

~ If you smoke--quit!

~ Stress plays a key role in many illnesses and finding ways to reduce your stress may add years to your life.

~ The importance of hormonal balance increases for women after the age of thirty and may require the use of over-the-counter or prescription to hormone replacement therapy

~ Visit your dentist regularly to maintain a beautiful smile and a healthy mouth.

~ Find ways to incorporate exercise into your daily schedule. If you don't have time for a gym--take a walk or take stairs instead of elevators, garden or do yard work, park your car far from the door, etc.

~ Drink at least eight, eight ounce glasses of water everyday to help flush impurities from your body and maintain proper hydration.

~ Always use sunscreen and/or wear a hat when you are in the sun to protect your skin from possible future skin cancer.

~ Follow your doctor's recommendations for diet, exercise, and nutrition, as well as his recommendations for routine preventative health care.

BE HAPPY AND ENJOY LIFE COME WHAT MAY......

Healthy Living - WATER

Fit in water in your busy schedule

Water is a great cleanser .When consumed in sufficient quantities, it washes off toxins from within your body. Adequate intake of water tones up your skin. It prevents kidney stones and constipation. When you drink water it reduces the chances of colon cancer. Water quenches your thirst and it can even satisfy your hunger.
Start today :-
Make a commitment to start drinking more water today.
This is the cheapest diet aid in the world. Just drink more of it.
Whenever you want to buy that fizzy drink, stop!
Switch to water instead.
Drink in-between mealsIt prevents you from getting hungry.
If you don't want water :-
Substitute it with buttermilk twice a day. Whenever you get hungry, try drinking a glass of buttermilk. It takes away the monotony of plain water and is very nutritious too.

The Basics to Practice Every Day

"He who has health has hope, and he
who has hope has everything."

• Move More Make it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice between that and escalators or elevators. Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym or a 45-minute aerobic dance class or tai chi or kickboxing. But that's great when you're up to it. Meanwhile, move more. Thought for the day: Cha, Cha, Cha…. Then do it!
• Cut Fat Avoid the obvious such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats (i.e. pork, bacon, ham, salami, ribs and sausage). Dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and sauces should be eaten in limited amounts. Most are available in lower fat versions such as substitute butter, fat free cheeses and mayonnaise. Thought for the day: Lean, mean, fat-burning machine…. Then be one!
• Reduce Stress Easier said than done, stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e.,Soak in a hot tub; walk on the beach or in a park; read a good book; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible. Thought for the day: When seeing red, think pink clouds….then float on them.
• Keep a Positive Mental Outlook There's a definitive connection between living well and healthfully and having a cheerful outlook on life. Thought for the day: You can't be unhappy when you're smiling or singing.