Autumn does not necessarily mean a bad mood

In nature there is no bad weather! It sounds trite, but true. In the fall can also find occasion to maintain good mood: Due to the abundance of fruits and vegetables, the color on the trees.
Wet weather this season, home moisture may cause the appearance of mold.

Therefore, review any part of your home to determine the cause of the mold and embark on its destruction. In terms of the moisture it multiplies much faster and can provoke quite diseases - allergic reactions, diseases of the respiratory organs, eyes and skin and even depression.

Studies show that people who live and work in wet areas, most often impair sleep and appetite, increased fatigue and the development of depression.

The conclusion is simple: bad mood, depression and many diseases will visit your home if it is clean and cozy.

Not sitting upright!

In this position the pressure on the spine is greatest, say scientists.

Prolonged sitting upright is most inappropriate for the body because it can quickly provoke pain, Canadian researchers reported.

They have observed healthy people sitting in different poses - lean forward with your back straight, gently sloping back and resting on the back of the chair back and found that the most dangerous back is bent forward posture with the body in which the backbone faces.

"The less stress on the spine does position in a reclining position with a deviation of the body back to 135 degrees. This situation is closest to utterly relaxed state when he lies, "advised Canadian scientists quoted by the BBC.

Moles - the weakest points of the skin

Do not panic! However, not every mole is a potential melanoma.

Moles are the weak points of the skin that are most susceptible to a number of harmful effects. Often people refer to them too lightly, but unfortunately sometimes even a very ordinary mole could be melanoma. But there is no place for unnecessary panic.
Imunozavisimoto disease melanoma goes through five stages, which lasted from 5 to 50 years. Signs of degeneration of moles are:
• abrupt change in pigmentation black or reduce the color density,
• scaling or inflammation around the mole,
• increasing the size and density,
• cracks
• bleeding.
In certain doubts everyone should seek the assistance of a specialist - onkodermatolog.
Greater probability of the occurrence of melanoma exist in people with light skin and eyes that burn easily in the sun, people who have more than 20-30 moles, those who have inherited melanoma in inbred lines, but also in residents too hot climate.

Nutrition and importance of so-called. functional foods

Not every processed food is bad food!

Functional foods are new and promising direction in the food industry. Its aim is to improve people's health and prevention of common diseases. Functional products help to increase physical endurance, improve digestion and regulate appetite.
Above all, these are foods fortified with dietary fiber, bifidobacteria and lactobacteria, vitamins, minerals and trace elements. They include also special foods for athletes, dietetic products for patients and a significant proportion of biologically active additives.
Nutritionists have long argued that food enriched with etc. bifidobacteria is particularly valuable for health. They are needed by the body to fight harmful microorganisms - "War", which leads the human body from birth to death.
And crying baby and child because of complaints of stomach pain can be caused by a weakening of the beneficial microflora. Poor health of the elderly are also often associated with lack of bifidobacteria.
Functional foods are good for healthy people - prophylactic purposes, but are especially important in the treatment of disbakteriozata called by experts "scourge" of our time, in which grade dinner often replaced by "fast food" - chips, hot dog , sandwiches, etc.
Products with a "live" bacteria improve the activity of the gastrointestinal tract, helping in diseases of the liver and pancreas, allergies, immune system disorders. Some of them are of great importance in cancer when patients undergo chemotherapy course and radiation therapy and natural intestinal microflora died.

Cool temperature in the bedroom improves sleep quality

Cool temperature in the bedroom improves sleep quality


On the dream of many factors influence a person - as even distribution of the day, favorable environment, proper nutrition. Some help to sleep a glass of warm milk, other - a contrast shower before bedtime.
But there is another circumstance, which for many is determining whether you sleep well or not - properly selected temperature in the room. Therefore, experts advise before trying hypnotics or vice versa - to get rid of sleepiness in the morning, change the atmosphere in the room where you sleep.
Results of a new study show that for most people the optimum temperature for healthy sleep is quite cool - 15020 degrees Celsius. This can be explained by the fact that at a temperature in the room decreases, and the temperature of the body, which in turn makes it easier to sleep and quality of sleep. If the degrees are too many or lower than the range, it creates anxiety, which often leads to insomnia.
Particularly important is properly chosen temperature in the presence of chronic insomnia. People suffering from it, as a rule, have a higher temperature than the other before bedtime. This is due to the desire of the body to restore its optimal temperature, which leads to hyperexcitability and not allowed to sleep.
In people who are plagued by insomnia, by lowering the body temperature is an increase in temperature of hands and feet, as the blood vessels dilate and the body radiates heat literally. So those who experience anxiety during sleep experts recommend to sleep in a cool room with electric cushion underfoot.

Propolis - medicine, but not for everyone

Propolis - medicine, but not for everyone

Many component composition of propolis can lead to allergy. This show summary data on the properties of the product of bees, which contains more than 300 components, AMI-TASS reported.
According to them, regardless of its healing properties (antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, analgesic), propolis is very allergenic. In 2002, an allergy to it was reported in 16% of Europeans.
The main allergens of propolis are derivatives of caffeine acid (ie. Kofeati), salicylic acid and grains of pollen. Upon contact with skin, they can cause contact dermatitis, and in addition the food - stomatitis and erosion of the buccal cavity.
Increased sensitivity to propolis is most often seen in people who are allergic to the bites of bees or a general predisposition to allergies.

Food for stronger immunity

What to emphasize in the diet to strengthen your immunity.

As the autumn-winter season immunity we need more support. Drop in temperature, cold wind, humidity create favorable conditions for the spread of various viral and bacterial infections, of which the most commonly spoken of the onset of flu season.
Besides traditional measures such as this regularly wash our hands, we can reduce the risk of disease and add to your diet foods that stimulate strong immunity.
yogurt
  According to some studies probiotics contained in natural yoghurt, shorten the duration of colds by nearly 2 days. Many yogurts labeled according to which are good for digestion and can stimulate immunity. But that is not all strains possess these qualities. Now it is scientifically proven only for strains Lactobacillus casei and Lactobacillus reuteri, that prevent colds, improve immunity and reduce the duration of illness.
vitamin D
This so-called. sunny vitamin continues to surprise us - not only with the ability to reduce the risk of cancer, but that can protect us from colds and flu. The 2007 survey found that people who take supplements of vitamin D every day three times less likely to get sick from the flu. In participants who received the highest dose of 2000 IU of vitamin D daily, even if not a single case of flu symptoms. Really makes sense in the adoption of the 1000 IU vitamin D daily, especially during winter months when rarely have the opportunity to enjoy the sun.
vitamin C
  Previous studies have shown that 1000 mg of vitamin C can alleviate colds and to reduce by half a day. Another systematic review of studies found that high doses of vitamin C limit to the duration of symptoms in people with infections of the upper respiratory tract. However, not all studies have reached similar results ....
... While it is not recommended to take supplements of vitamin C daily, we can do it if we have the flu. During the rest, instead of supplements, it is better to eat more vitamin C rich foods like oranges, kiwi, strawberries, melons.
Mushrooms - beta-glucan
  Beta-glucans are polysaccharides kind with proven ability to stimulate immunity, reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol and regulate blood sugar. Not all beta-glucans however stimulate the immune system. Beta 1,3 / 1,6 glucans from mushrooms improve the performance of macrophages in the immune system - a feature that is essential for the prevention of infections. Beta 1,3 / 1,4 glucans found in oats and barley, but are not effective. So let's add some mushrooms to pasta sauce, soups, stews and pizza. Not only exotic mushrooms contain beta-glucans - cultivated mushrooms, which are the most widely available, are also a good option.
Seafood - for selenium
  Most of us, when it comes to seafood, think of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. But shellfish are rich in selenium, a powerful antioxidant. A study conducted by scientists from the University of California, found that a diet rich in selenium, enhances the immune response of the body and leads to increased functioning of white blood cells (B-lymphocytes and T-cells probably). Therefore it is better to include a variety of seafood to the usual food in autumn and winter.
Green tea - catechins for
  Data from a study conducted in 2007 showed that participants who received green tea extract, improved immunity, due to more secretion of interferon. Scientists agree that 5-6 cups of green tea are adequate. Green tea is a good immunomodulator, because it is rich in catechins (a type of antioxidant). Drinking 6 cups of tea may be difficult to achieve our sound, but 2-3 cups of this drink (no sugar) seems completely ...
... Very real purpose.
Almonds - for vitamin E
  Like seafood, when it comes to nuts, think again that their main benefit is omega-3 fatty acids. But nuts are rich in vitamin E. The large amounts of this fat-soluble vitamin is found in almonds. Researchers from the University "Fletcher", the United States found that daily supplementation with 200 IU of vitamin E effectively protects against colds and flu. When reaching out to the almonds but it is better to select those without added salt.
Well pastilles and tablets with zinc?
Zinc, which is particularly rich meat is undeniably important for our immunity. But as shown by the latest research, when it comes to zinc in food supplements, it is very important what zinc compound is used. The human body absorbs varying degrees different zinc salts, and they contain different amounts of active zinc ions. Lowest digestible is zinc oxide, a useful effect on immunity is zinc gluconate, most effective against various viruses and bacteria (ingestion) is zinc acetate. The maximum recommended daily dose of zinc, which is not good to exceed in general, is 15 mg.

To get rid of chapped lips ...

To get rid of chapped lips ...

The lips are particularly sensitive because of the large amount of nerve endings therein. They react particularly acute in the cold and wind.

In the skin of the lips will sebaceous glands. So they have a great shortage of moisture and often lose their normal appearance, and cracks and inflammation, change color and even shape.

Can sometimes develop cheilitis (inflammation of the lips). The main reason for it are unfavorable weather conditions (wind, low humidity, etc.), but this condition can also be caused by stress, allergic reaction to lipstick, toothpaste, because of vitamin deficiency.

Lips must be moistened at any time of day, including at night. In general cases, dermatologists recommend the use of special lipstick that protects lips from drying and cracking.

In cold and windy weather is good to put balm on your lips. It nourishes, softens, moisturizes, protects against wind and cold, gives a natural shine and elasticity and promotes healing of wounds.

There are nourishing creams and balms that it is advisable to use at night. They help preserve moisture in the skin of the lips during sleep.

If your lips peel once a week can anoint them with linseed with cream or honey.

It is recommended in winter to abstain from the use of decorative lipstick. Contained therein kompenenti and colorants clog the pores, with the result that the skin can not breathe well and dried.

Evening gently clean your lips with a cosmetic milk or tonic, apply moisturizer on them.

Decline of creams that contain salicylic acid and Retin A - they dry out the skin.

If the poor condition of your lips is caused by an allergy, seek consultation with a specialist, but immediately cancel agents which cause ....

... In the toothpaste that is cinnamate, and in the means of protection by solar rays - oksibenzonat.

If you can not solve the problems themselves with their lips, seek the help of a dermatologist. The reasons may be autoimmune or infectious diseases. Changes in the lips can occur and pathology of various organs and systems.

Do not forget about "grandmothers advice", although their effectiveness is much smaller. And yet - to soften the lips, you can use vegetable oil (preferably olive oil), which should place as a base under lipstick.

If you want to achieve better results, with integrated:

• Several times a week do you mask with cottage cheese and sour cream, grated apple and milk, honey, olive oil or beet juice.

• For the lips should take care and "inside" - by eating correctly. Reduce fat products, strong spices and alcohol, and using the test fruit, vegetables and nuts. Drink every day 1.5-2 liters of water.

• Particularly useful are dairy foods. Enzymes and bacteria contained in saliva can cause cracks on the lips, and the milk contains substances that neutralize these microorganisms. Bacteria can damage especially if you have a bad habit of licking his lips, for example, when you're nervous. In this case you can opt habit by anoint his lips with aloe juice.