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Saturday, August 10, 2013
Breastfeeding Protects Babies
- Early breast milk is liquid gold – Known as liquid gold, colostrum (coh-LOSS-trum) is the thick yellow first breast milk that you make during pregnancy and just after birth. This milk is very rich in nutrients and antibodies to protect your baby. Although your baby only gets a small amount of colostrum at each feeding, it matches the amount his or her tiny stomach can hold.
- Your breast milk changes as your baby grows – Colostrum changes into what is called mature milk. By the third to fifth day after birth, this mature breast milk has just the right amount of fat, sugar, water, and protein to help your baby continue to grow. It is a thinner type of milk than colostrum, but it provides all of the nutrients and antibodies your baby needs.
- Breast milk is easier to digest – For most babies — especially premature babies — breast milk is easier to digest than formula. The proteins in formula are made from cow’s milk and it takes time for babies’ stomachs to adjust to digesting them.
- Breast milk fights disease – The cells, hormones, and antibodies in breast milk protect babies from illness. This protection is unique; formula cannot match the chemical makeup of human breast milk. In fact, among formula-fed babies, ear infections and diarrhea are more common. Formula-fed babies also have higher risks of:
- Necrotizing (nek-roh-TEYE-zing) enterocolitis (en-TUR-oh-coh-lyt-iss), a disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract in preterm infants.
- Lower respiratory infections
- Asthma
- Obesity
- Type 2 diabetes
Some research shows that breastfeeding can also reduce the risk of Type 1 diabetes, childhood leukemia, and atopic dermatitis (a type of skin rash) in babies. Breastfeeding has also been shown to lower the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome).
World Breastfeeding Week : 1 - 7 August 2013
Sunday, July 21, 2013
World Hepatitis Day
World Hepatitis Day, 28 July 2013
Hepatitis. Know it. Confront it.
Every year on 28 July, WHO and partners mark World Hepatitis Day to increase the awareness and understanding of viral hepatitis and the diseases that it causes.
Hepatitis viruses A, B, C, D and E can cause acute and chronic infection and inflammation of the liver that can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. These viruses constitute a major global health risk with around 240 million people being chronically infected with hepatitis B and around 150 million people chronically infected with hepatitis C.
For 2013, the overall theme continues to be "This is hepatitis. Know it. Confront it." The campaign emphasizes the fact that hepatitis remains largely unknown as a health threat in much of the world.
Goal: moving from awareness to commitment and action to address the "silent epidemic" of viral hepatitis
Millions of people are living with viral hepatitis and millions more are at risk of becoming infected. Most people with chronic infection with hepatitis B or C are unaware that they continue to carry the virus. They are therefore at high risk of developing severe chronic liver disease and can unknowingly transmit the virus to other people. Approximately one million people die each year from causes related to viral hepatitis, most commonly cirrhosis and liver cancer.
World Hepatitis Day provides an opportunity to focus on specific actions, such as:
strengthening prevention, screening and control of viral hepatitis and its related diseases;
increasing hepatitis B vaccine coverage and integration of the vaccine into national immunization programmes; coordinating a global response to viral hepatitis.
Although the burden of disease related to hepatitis infection is very high, in most countries, the problem has not been addressed in a comprehensive way for many reasons. These include the fact that most people do not develop any symptoms when they become infected and that they remain free of symptoms often for decades until they develop chronic liver disease. This has largely resulted in "the silent epidemic" we are experiencing today.
Viral hepatitis also places a heavy burden on the health-care system because of the high costs of treatment of liver cancer and liver failure from cirrhosis. In many countries, liver failure from viral hepatitis is the leading reason for liver transplants. Such end-stage treatments are expensive, easily costing up to hundreds of thousands of dollars per person.
The date of 28 July was chosen for World Hepatitis Day in honour of the birthday of Nobel Laureate Professor Baruch Samuel Blumberg, discoverer of the hepatitis B virus.
Thursday, July 11, 2013
To keep your baby safe in the sun
To keep your baby safe in the sun
Babies can quickly suffer the short- and long-term damage of sunburn and heat
stroke, so keeping your baby safe in the sun is crucial.
Sunburn can cause pain, fever,
and dehydration. And just one
sunburn during childhood raises the risk of melanoma (the most deadly type of
skin cancer) as well as wrinkles later in life.
Keep your baby completely out of the sun as much as possible before 6
months of age. When you do go outdoors, be particularly careful in the early
months about taking all the following precautions.
How and when sunburns happen
The sun is strongest between 10 and 4 o'clock, so when you can, time
your stroll or outside play with your baby earlier than 10 or later than 4.
When you do venture out, keep in mind that the sun's rays bounce off surfaces
like water, snow, cement, and sand.
But your baby can also get burned at other times of day and on cloudy or
cool days. Why? Because it's not the heat of the sun that burns the skin but
the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.
UV rays can damage the skin at all times of day, all year round, even in
the middle of winter. And a baby's thinner, more delicate skin is especially
vulnerable.
You can't feel these when they hit your skin, but you'll see the effects
later. (It can take several hours for the redness and pain of a mild
first-degree burn to appear.)
Keep your baby in protected spots
Use the sunshade on your baby's stroller or carriage whenever you're
outside. Consider buying an inexpensive (less than $20) pop-up stroller shade
that has built-in UV protection and fits over your stroller's canopy to shelter
your baby's whole body.
Try to keep your baby in the shade – under a tree or umbrella, for
example. You may be surprised to learn that shade provides only partial protection
against UV rays. Without sunscreen or other protection, even a baby in the
shade can get sunburned.
If you're longing to spend your day at a beach or park, an outdoor sun
tent with built-in UV protection can keep your baby cool and protected.
Dress your baby in protective
clothing
Cover your baby's arms and legs in lightweight, light-colored clothing.
Light colors reflect the heat and keep skin cooler than dark colors, which
absorb heat.
Fabrics with a tight weave protect skin better than loosely woven
fabrics. (Hold the fabric up to the light. The less light you see shining
through, the tighter the weave.)
You can find clothing such as swimsuits and T-shirts made from fabric
with sun protection built into it. These products can be a little pricey, but they
might be a good investment if you often find yourself outdoors with your baby.
Whether your baby is bald or has a full head of hair, a hat is a must.
Choose a hat with flaps in the back for neck protection and a brim that's wide
enough to shade the face. A brim that protects the ears is better than one that
protects only in front.
If your baby will wear them, try a pair of UV-protective sunglasses.
Slather on the sunscreen
Choose a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15.
Look for the words "broad spectrum" on the label. "Broad
spectrum" means the product protects against both UVA and UVB rays. UVB
rays are more likely to cause sunburn and wrinkling, while UVA rays cause
damage deeper in the skin.
Apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before heading outdoors, and reapply it
every two hours. Make sure you cover all exposed areas of your baby's skin,
including the tips of the ears, the back of the neck, and the tops of the feet.
If your baby goes into the water, reapply sunscreen as soon as you towel
him off – even if it's been less than two hours since you applied it.
Other tips:
·
Replace your family's sunscreen periodically.
The active ingredients lose effectiveness after a while.
·
Learn what type of
sunscreen is best for children.
·
Test your sunscreen IQ.
·
Learn more about when to
start using sunscreen on your
baby.
·
Find out whether you need to worry about babies putting their hands in their mouth
after sunscreen is applied.
Protect your baby
from the heat as well as the sun
It's easy for your baby to get overheated in hot summer weather. For
more details, read our complete article about heat
stroke in babies.
To avoid heat
stroke:
·
Dress your baby in light, loose-fitting clothing.
·
Keep your baby in the shade whenever possible.
·
Make sure the car is cooled off before you go for a ride.
·
Offer your baby plenty of liquids (breast milk or formula provides
plenty of hydration; don't offer water before 6 months).
·
If you don't have air conditioning at home, visit a public,
air-conditioned place on very hot or humid days. The public library and the
mall are good options. Some communities offer shelters specifically for this
purpose.
Make sure your baby is protected
when in the care of others
Check with your baby's other caregivers to be certain that they
understand the importance of protecting your baby from the sun.
Daycare facilities often take specific precautions before heading
outdoors with children, although most will keep young babies indoors whenever
possible. Provide sunscreen and appropriate clothing for your baby's caregivers
to use.
Make it easy
Tote sunscreen in your diaper bag, along with a hat and little
sunglasses, if your baby's willing to wear them.
You might also tuck in (or stow in the car) an extra long-sleeved,
long-legged, lightweight outfit for more protection on the go. It may come in
handy when you decide to stop at the park on the way home and your baby isn't
covered up.
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Human Infertility
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Now, new research conducted by Austrian physicians demonstrates that
vitamin D is also responsible for a healthy reproductive system and for
increased fertility. The absence of optimum levels of vitamin D, however, cause
infertility in both men and women. A lack of vitamin D in the body promotes
hormonal imbalances in both groups and these alterations cause men to produce
less testosterone and women to produce more. The consequences are lower quality
semen in men. In women low levels of vitamin D often lead to too much
testosterone, which therefore could increase the risk of infertility.
Vitamin D receptors, also known as VDR’s as well as vitamin D metabolizing
enzymes are found in the reproductive tissue of women and men. Some of the
research shows that lower levels of Vitamin D in females (low 25-hydroxyvitamin
D (25(OH)D) were associated with obesity and disturbances of the metabolism and
the endocrine system.
The abundance of Vitamin D, they found, results in improvements in
menstrual frequency in those women. Also, high 25(OH)D levels are
associated with better semen quality might increase
testosterone levels. “ Mounting evidence suggests that hypovitaminosis D
is linked to an increased risk for cancer 2, autoimmune diseases, diabetes
and cardiovascular diseases 1-3 indicating the importance of sufficient
vitamin D levels,” says the report. They also found that vitamin D also
modulates reproductive processes in women and men.
Today, most female
infertility is caused by what doctors call polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS.
Meanwhile, male infertility is attributed to environmental factors which is
responsible for an all time low quality of semen, with concentrations well
below healthy levels. At least 20% of young men have sperm
concentration below what is expected and 40% have sperm concentrations
inferior to what is considered optimal for fertility. The consulted literature
suggests that many adverse aspects of male aging are a consequence of
decreased levels of testosterone, most likely due to the lack of vitamin
D.
Vitamin D is what researches call a steroid hormone. The way this
substance acts in the body occurs through a precursor known
as 7-dehydrocholesterol. Here comes the role of UV-B solar rays. These
rays cause the precursor to convert into vitamin D3 which is then transported
around the body by the vitamin D binding protein. According to the study,
80-90% of the vitamin D used by the body comes from sunlight induced production
in the skin. That is why it is monumentally important to expose our bodies to
sunlight on a daily basis. The more we are able to take in sun rays for safe
periods of 10-20 minutes a day, the more vitamin D the body will produce
naturally and the stronger our immune systems will be. The absence of naturally
produced vitamin D can be substituted with vitamin D supplements. Humans must
intake between 4000 and 5000 UI of vitamin D daily through supplementation in
order to keep healthy levels in their bodies.
As for the role of vitamin D in reproductive tissues, the research shows
that vitamin D receptors or VDR’s are all over those tissues, which doctors
believe means that vitamin D plays an important role in the human reproductive
system. In women, “1,25(OH)2D3 stimulated progesterone production by 13%,
estradiol production by 9%, and estrone production by 21%”. This substance
is found to promote the transportation of calcium to the placenta as well as
improves the development of the uterus and placental tissues, which betters the
reception and implantation of sperm should a woman get pregnant.
If there is one
conclusion taken from this as well as older research, is that the more exposure
to sun light results in higher rates of human reproduction, and less sun light
causes the opposite effect. “In northern countries, where a strong seasonal
contrast in luminosity exists, the conception rate is decreased during the
dark winter months, whereas a peak in conception rate during summer leading
to a maximum in birth rate in spring has been observed.” These conclusions can
be explained by many environmental factors, including vitamin D deficiency.
“The seasonal variation of vitamin D levels, might influence
several pathways including altered endometrial development and altered
oocyte development,” reads the study. The findings emphasize how there is
evidence that vitamin D does affect female reproduction including cases
where in-vitro fertilization is used as well as cases of women with polycystic ovary syndrome
(PCOS).
The
researchers’ closing remarks encourage further research about women and men
infertility levels and the role that vitamin D plays as a supportive element to
improve the human immune system as well as the to promote more fertility in
women and men. “ Given the high prevalence of infertility as well as
vitamin D insufficiency in otherwise healthy young women 70 and men 136
and the possible role of vitamin D in human reproduction, research might
lead to new therapeutic approaches such as vitamin D supplementation in
the treatment of female and male reproductive disorders.”
Saturday, June 1, 2013
The Global Day of Parents
The Global Day of Parents is observed on June 1 every year. The Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2012 with resolution and honors parents throughout the world.
The Global Day provides an opportunity to appreciate all parents in all parts of the world for their selfless commitment to children and their lifelong sacrifice towards nurturing this relationship. In its resolution, the General Assembly also noted that the family has the primary responsibility for the nurturing and protection of children and that children, for the full and harmonious development of their personality, should grow up in a family environment and in an atmosphere of happiness, love and understanding.
The resolution recognizes the role of parents in the rearing of children and invites Member States to celebrate the Day in full partnership with civil society, particularly involving young people and children.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Summer Exercise Tips
It is essential to take the necessary
precautions while exercising during the summer months. The average
person can take from one to two weeks to adapt to warmer, more humid
temperatures. Here are some helpful safety tips to follow while exercising
during the summer:
Rehydrate your body. While exercising in hot weather you can easily lose up to
a quart of water an hour. Drink water before, during and after exercising.
Since your body can only absorb 8 ounces of cold water every 20 minutes,
continue to drink fluids even after you no longer feel thirsty. Sports drinks
may be popular among intense exercisers, but they are not necessary and may
actually absorb more slowly than plain water. If you prefer the taste of these
drinks, try diluting them with water before consumption for easier rehydration.
Avoid working out during peak hours. Very hot and humid weather hampers perspiration's ability
to cool your body. Try exercising in the morning or evening to avoid the most
intense heat as well as the times when smog and pollution levels are highest.
Or consider exercising indoors at the local Community Center, health club or
shopping mall.
Try walking. Walking is
considered the most popular exercise among people. Invest in a good pair of
walking shoes with a flexible sole, and good heel and arch support. It may be
the only equipment you'll need. Gently stretch for five minutes before starting
your walk. When you are finished walking, cool down for five minutes by gently
walking and stretching for another five minutes to prevent soreness.
Be open to new ideas. Try a new exercise or activity every two weeks, such as
hiking, canoeing, rollerblading or biking. These activities will allow you easy
access to water or rest.
Cool off in the water. Swimming is an excellent way to exercise during the summer
months. There is no need to be a good swimmer to benefit from water exercise.
Performing strokes such as the backstroke or doggie paddle at the shallow or
deep end of the pool still counts as aerobic exercise.
Don't forget your sunscreen. Apply SPF 15 sunscreen at least 30 minutes before exercising
outdoors. Protect your eyes with sunglasses that block the sun's UV rays.
Exposure to direct and indirect sunlight over many years increases your risk of
developing skin cancer.
Watch out for the symptoms of heat
stroke. When
the body can't rid itself of excess heat, there can be a sudden rise in body
temperature. Look for very hot and dry skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and
unconsciousness. Remember, these symptoms can appear rapidly. If these
conditions exist, move the person to a cool area or immerse him or her in a
cool bath to lower the body temperature as quickly as possible. You can also
pour cool water over the person. Seek medical attention immediately; heatstroke can be fatal.
Choose the appropriate clothing. Wear loose-fitting clothing
to allow circulation of air between your skin and the environment. Also,
light-colored clothing will reflect sunlight, while darker clothing will absorb
the heat. Cotton and linen are natural fabrics that may absorb moisture
(sweat). However, synthetic fabrics that have a mesh-like weave will allow
moisture to be whisked away from your skin.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Summer Healthy Living Tips
In the warmer, longer,
lazier days of summer, the living may not be easy, but your life probably feels
less chaotic. Even adults tend to adopt a "school's out!" attitude in
summer. That's why this is a perfect time to improve your health in a fashion
so seasonally laid back you'll barely notice the effort.
Here are their top
eight tips.
1. Give Your Diet a Berry Boost
If you do one thing this summer to
improve your diet, have a cup of mixed fresh berries -- blackberries,
blueberries, or strawberries -- every day. They'll help you load up on
antioxidants, which may help prevent damage to tissues and reduce the risks of
age-related illnesses. Blueberries and blackberries are especially
antioxidant-rich.
A big bonus: Berries are also tops in
fiber, which helps keep cholesterol low and may even help prevent
some cancers.
2. Get Dirty -- and Stress Less
To improve your stress level, plant a
small garden, cultivate a flower box, or if space is really limited, plant a
few flower pots -- indoors or out.
Just putting your hands in soil is
"grounding." And when life feels like you're moving so fast your feet
are barely touching the stuff, being mentally grounded can help relieve
physical and mental stress.
3. Floss Daily
You know you need to, now it's time to
start: floss every single day. Do it at the beach (in a secluded spot), while
reading on your patio, or when watching TV -- and the task will breeze by.
Flossing reduces oral bacteria, which
improves overall body health, and if oral bacteria is low, your body has more
resources to fight bacteria elsewhere. Floss daily and you're doing better than
at least 85% of people.
4. Get Outside to Exercise
Pick one outdoor activity -- going on
a hike, taking a nature walk, playing games such as tag with your kids,
cycling, roller blading, or swimming -- to shed that cooped-up feeling of gym
workouts.
And remember, the family that plays
together not only gets fit together -- it's also a great way to create bonding
time.
5. Be Good to Your Eyes
To protect your vision at work and at
play, wear protective eyewear. When outdoors, wear sunglasses that block at
least 99% of ultraviolet A and B rays. Sunglasses can help prevent cataracts,
as well as wrinkles around the eyes.
And when playing sports or doing tasks
such as mowing the lawn, wear protective eyewear. Ask your eye doctor about the
best type; some are sport-specific.
6. Vacation Time!
Improve your heart health: take advantage of summer's slower
schedule by using your vacation time to unwind.
Vacations have multiple benefits: They can help lower your blood
pressure, heart rate, and stress hormones such as cortisol, which contributes
to a widening waist and an increased risk of heart disease.
7. Alcohol: Go Lite
Summer's a great time to skip drinks with hard alcohol and choose
a light, chilled alcoholic beverage (unless you are pregnant or should not
drink for health or other reasons).
A sangria (table wine diluted with juice), a cold beer, or a wine
spritzer are all refreshing but light. In moderation -- defined as one to two
drinks daily -- alcohol can protect against heart disease.
8. Sleep Well
Resist the urge to stay up later during long summer days. Instead
pay attention to good sleep hygiene by keeping the same bedtime and wake-up
schedule and not drinking alcohol within three hours of bedtime.
It's also a good idea to avoid naps during the day unless you take
them every day at the same time, for the same amount of time.
There they are: Eight super simple ways to boost your health this
summer. Try one or try them all. They're so easy you won't even know they're --
shhhh -- good for you.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Right Way to Motherhood
Right Way to Motherhood
Exercise and Eat Sensibly during Pregnancy and you will enjoy the experience.
Pregnancy is a roller coaster ride for any women. While there is joyous excitement in anticipation of the new arrival, a women's body undergoes dramatic changes. Coping with these transformations is a big challenge and staying fit during pregnancy is crucial for both child and mother.
One of the major causes of health complications in pregnancy is excessive weight gain. Increased appetite due to hormonal changes, and reduced physical activity can contribute to this. A woman with a normal body-Mass Index (BMI) should gain around 12-14 kgs in the nine-month gestation period.
Dr. Sarita Kapoor, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Getwell Medical Center, Bur Dubai, says the main problems associated with excessive weight gain are pregnancy induced hypertension, which compromises blood supply to the foetus, and gestational diabetes, which can cause obese babies. The risk of life-threatening Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is also high in overweight pregnant women.
The idea diet for a mum-to-be should be high in protein and low in fat. In most cases, you just need to add 300 to 400 calories to your normal diet -- it is important to debunk the myth that a pregnant woman should eat for two, says Dr. Sarita Kapoor.
Normal Exercise
Pregnant Women can continue with their usual gym regime unless there are any complications. Not only does a workout make you feel better by releasing endorphins (naturally occurring chemicals in your brain), appropriate exercise can relieve backaches and improve your posture by strengthening and toning muscles in your back, buttocks and thighs. Cardio Exercises can also reduce constipation by accelerating movement in the intestines. It can prevent wear and tear of your joints, which become loosened during pregnancy due to normal hormonal changes, by activating the lubricating fluid in them. Exercise also increases the blood flow to your skin, giving you a healthy glow.
Article Published on Good Life with Lulu, Issue 8.
Exercise and Eat Sensibly during Pregnancy and you will enjoy the experience.
One of the major causes of health complications in pregnancy is excessive weight gain. Increased appetite due to hormonal changes, and reduced physical activity can contribute to this. A woman with a normal body-Mass Index (BMI) should gain around 12-14 kgs in the nine-month gestation period.
Dr. Sarita Kapoor, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Getwell Medical Center, Bur Dubai, says the main problems associated with excessive weight gain are pregnancy induced hypertension, which compromises blood supply to the foetus, and gestational diabetes, which can cause obese babies. The risk of life-threatening Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is also high in overweight pregnant women.
The idea diet for a mum-to-be should be high in protein and low in fat. In most cases, you just need to add 300 to 400 calories to your normal diet -- it is important to debunk the myth that a pregnant woman should eat for two, says Dr. Sarita Kapoor.
Normal Exercise
Pregnant Women can continue with their usual gym regime unless there are any complications. Not only does a workout make you feel better by releasing endorphins (naturally occurring chemicals in your brain), appropriate exercise can relieve backaches and improve your posture by strengthening and toning muscles in your back, buttocks and thighs. Cardio Exercises can also reduce constipation by accelerating movement in the intestines. It can prevent wear and tear of your joints, which become loosened during pregnancy due to normal hormonal changes, by activating the lubricating fluid in them. Exercise also increases the blood flow to your skin, giving you a healthy glow.
Article Published on Good Life with Lulu, Issue 8.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Monday, April 22, 2013
Sunday, April 7, 2013
World Health Day : 7th April 2013 : Theme - "High Blood Pressure"
"Hypertension is a silent killer"
"Most common chronic illness"
This year the World Health Day is Celebrated on 7th April to mark the anniversary of the founding of WHO (World Health Organisation) in 1948. Each year a theme is selected for World Health Day that highlights a priority area of Public health Concern in the world.
The theme for 2013 is "HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE" also known as hypertension. We call it "SILENT KILLER".
"Most common chronic illness"
This year the World Health Day is Celebrated on 7th April to mark the anniversary of the founding of WHO (World Health Organisation) in 1948. Each year a theme is selected for World Health Day that highlights a priority area of Public health Concern in the world.
The theme for 2013 is "HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE" also known as hypertension. We call it "SILENT KILLER".
What is high blood Pressure or Hypertension?
Blood Pressure is merely the Pressure that the Blood exerts on the blood vessels, while circulating. It is measured with an instrument called Sphygmomanometer. The normal Blood Pressure is 119/79 mmHg. If it is 120-139/80-89 mmHg, it is Prehypertension. When it reaches 140/90 mmHg, it is called Stage 1 Hypertension.
There are two types of hypertension, Essential (Primary) & Secondary. The exact etiology of Primary is unknown and there are definitely causes in Secondary hypertension. Many factors are responsible for the Primary Cause. They are.
Hereditary :- Most experts believe that hereditary does play a role in causing high blood pressure.
Excess intake of Salt :- That an excessive intake of common salt (Sodium Chloride) elevates the blood pressure is an indisputable.
Mental tension and approach :- All researchers accept the role of mental tension and negative thinking in the development of blood Pressure.
Obesity (Excessive Weight):- The incidence of high blood Pressure is 2 ½ times more in obese than in normal personal.
Sedentary life :- The incidence of high blood pressure is much higher in sedentary persons than in Physical laborers.
Smoking :- The incidence of high blood Pressure has been found to be higher in smokers. Smokers more often fall Victims to atherosclerosis, heart attack and cerebral hemorrhages.
Alcohol Consumption :- The incidence of high blood pressure in drinking is 2 ½ times higher than that in non – drinkers.
Age :- High blood pressure is common in older age group.
Prevalence : One in three adults worldwide has high blood pressure. The proportion increases with age from 1 in 10 people in their 20s & 30s to 5 in 10 people in their 50s. 70 million Americans and 1 billion people worldwide have high blood pressure. The global burden of hypertension is rising and Projected to affect 1.5 billion persons, one third of the world's population by the year 2025.
In India, it was reported on 1995 from Jaipur, the incidence of Hypertension was 30% in male and 33% in female. Again on 1999 the incidence at Mumbai was 44% in male and 45% in Female. In Manipur there is no clear cut study report but many Hypertensive patients are brought to the hospitals with severe complications.
Signs and Symptoms
High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it often does not produce any signs or symptoms to some patients. Patient may have headache, dizziness or nosebleeding, palpitation, muscle cramps, giddiness, burning of eyes, distended neck veins, insomnia, neck pain & vertigo. But some patients have high blood pressure for years without every knowing it. Sign and symptoms typically don't occur until high blood pressure has advanced to a higher possibility of life threatening-stage.
Hazards of High Blood Pressure
In patients of high blood pressure the blood vessels are narrow, hard and brittle. This disorder is term atherosclerosis. Heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure and cerebral haemorrhage are the natural consequences of high blood pressure. Also it shortens the life and drags its victim to a premature death.
Prevention of High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is preventable and treatable. The old adage, 'Prevention is better than cure' is especially true for high blood pressure.
Reducing salt intake 2-4 gms/day, avoid salty foods as much as possible.
Eating a balance diet.
Avoiding harmful use of alcohol.
Taking regular physical activity at least 1 hr per day.
Avoid tobacco use.
Control Blood cholesterol and blood sugar.
Sound sleep at night. Sleep 2 hrs gap after dinner.
The ultimate goal of World Health Day 2013 is to reduce heart attacks and strokes.
Blood Pressure is merely the Pressure that the Blood exerts on the blood vessels, while circulating. It is measured with an instrument called Sphygmomanometer. The normal Blood Pressure is 119/79 mmHg. If it is 120-139/80-89 mmHg, it is Prehypertension. When it reaches 140/90 mmHg, it is called Stage 1 Hypertension.
There are two types of hypertension, Essential (Primary) & Secondary. The exact etiology of Primary is unknown and there are definitely causes in Secondary hypertension. Many factors are responsible for the Primary Cause. They are.
Hereditary :- Most experts believe that hereditary does play a role in causing high blood pressure.
Excess intake of Salt :- That an excessive intake of common salt (Sodium Chloride) elevates the blood pressure is an indisputable.
Mental tension and approach :- All researchers accept the role of mental tension and negative thinking in the development of blood Pressure.
Obesity (Excessive Weight):- The incidence of high blood Pressure is 2 ½ times more in obese than in normal personal.
Sedentary life :- The incidence of high blood pressure is much higher in sedentary persons than in Physical laborers.
Smoking :- The incidence of high blood Pressure has been found to be higher in smokers. Smokers more often fall Victims to atherosclerosis, heart attack and cerebral hemorrhages.
Alcohol Consumption :- The incidence of high blood pressure in drinking is 2 ½ times higher than that in non – drinkers.
Age :- High blood pressure is common in older age group.
Prevalence : One in three adults worldwide has high blood pressure. The proportion increases with age from 1 in 10 people in their 20s & 30s to 5 in 10 people in their 50s. 70 million Americans and 1 billion people worldwide have high blood pressure. The global burden of hypertension is rising and Projected to affect 1.5 billion persons, one third of the world's population by the year 2025.
In India, it was reported on 1995 from Jaipur, the incidence of Hypertension was 30% in male and 33% in female. Again on 1999 the incidence at Mumbai was 44% in male and 45% in Female. In Manipur there is no clear cut study report but many Hypertensive patients are brought to the hospitals with severe complications.
Signs and Symptoms
High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it often does not produce any signs or symptoms to some patients. Patient may have headache, dizziness or nosebleeding, palpitation, muscle cramps, giddiness, burning of eyes, distended neck veins, insomnia, neck pain & vertigo. But some patients have high blood pressure for years without every knowing it. Sign and symptoms typically don't occur until high blood pressure has advanced to a higher possibility of life threatening-stage.
Hazards of High Blood Pressure
In patients of high blood pressure the blood vessels are narrow, hard and brittle. This disorder is term atherosclerosis. Heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure and cerebral haemorrhage are the natural consequences of high blood pressure. Also it shortens the life and drags its victim to a premature death.
Prevention of High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is preventable and treatable. The old adage, 'Prevention is better than cure' is especially true for high blood pressure.
Reducing salt intake 2-4 gms/day, avoid salty foods as much as possible.
Eating a balance diet.
Avoiding harmful use of alcohol.
Taking regular physical activity at least 1 hr per day.
Avoid tobacco use.
Control Blood cholesterol and blood sugar.
Sound sleep at night. Sleep 2 hrs gap after dinner.
The ultimate goal of World Health Day 2013 is to reduce heart attacks and strokes.
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