How to clean your nails.

The nails are also the most recognize and dominant part of one’s personality that capture much attention too. That is why, if your fingernails or toenails are dirty, then people will label that negative impression on you.

In order to trim our nails and make them appear more clean and pleasing, it is best to cut the best nail cutter. My nail cutter which is shown above is very usable. It has the knife-like thing that gets the dirt in my nails. It has the rough part that helps my nails look straight and equal. It also has the sharp edge that trims my nails.

Actually, I don’t need to lengthen my nails just to appear it more pleasing. Having a clean, healthy nails are important. It adds to one’s personality and confidence as well.

But the most important thing before you use a nail cutter is to get a piece of cotton with alcohol and wipe it all over the nail cutter because we don’t know if there is any sticking blood or hard-to-get dirt that accumulates the entire nails especially on the head part. It is also in this way that we are sure that no transmission of any germs or diseases will infect our nails or hands.

Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica)

Main actions:
Lethargy, lack of confidence, urogenital problems, cellulite, bronchitis, lower backache.

Secondary actions:
Promotes tissue repair, good for oily skin, preserves a sense of identity so helps with feelings of alienation; a very grounding oil that helps a person feel settled and rooted in new surroundings.

Speed gets you fitter, faster.

The fitness gains promised by interval training sometimes sound too good to be true. And indeed, this sort of sprint-focused workout is only one part of a well-balanced fitness program. But it is an important part, particularly if you want quick results.

Consider recent studies published in the Journal of Applied Physiology and Journal of Physiology, conducted by the Exercise Metaolism Research Group at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Researches there found that a total of two to three minutes of sprinting, done in 30-second bursts during a 20-minute workout three times a week, produced the same results as three endurance cycling sessions per week, each of which lasted 90 to 120 minutes. In other words, just one hour of interval training produced what would otherwise take up to six hours of steady-state exercise to accomplish.

Plus, after just two weeks, or six workouts, tests indicated that these subjects increased their endurance on average by 100 percent, and their muscles began using oxygen and more efficiently to burn fuels. Lead researcher Martin J. Gibala, PhD, says rapid-fire results can apply to beginners and elite athletes alike, but he cautions that any decision to go all-out requires medical clearance and a baseline of fitness.

Eucalyptus or Eucalyptus globulus (Aromatheraphy)

Main actions:
Nasal congestion, sinusitis, colds and flu symptoms (especially when feeling chilled), bronchitis and asthma.

Secondary Actions:
Cold sores, general infections - especially urinary and intestinal - neuralgia, insect repellent, supports the immune system, good antiseptic, general anti-inflammatory.

Applications:
Use only 1 or 2 drops of oil in the bath or for a massage to avoid skin irritation.

Vidoe-game controllers linked to skin disorder.

So say scientists at Geneva University Hospital in Switzerland. They discovered that, in rare instances, tightly gripping video-game controllers for long durations can give rise to painful red lesions on the palms. Dubbed PlayStation palmar hidradenitis, the treatable disorder is though to occur when palms sweat heavily and rub against t the equipment. The advice: Encourage gamers to give their hands a break every 20 minutes or so.

Nutritional Know-How about tomatoes.

Bursting with vitamins C and A, tomatoes also are rich in the phytonutrient lycopene. A naturally occurring antioxidant that helps protect cells from oxygen damage, lycopene is a good defense against many types of cancer. Lycopene is concentrated in any cooked form, including tomato paste and ketchup, and, significantly, a study conducted by the USDA Agricultural Research Service found that organic brands contained as much as five times more lycopene than nonorganic brands. A 2007 study at the University of California at Davis reported that raw, organic tomatoes also can have more antioxidants than raw, nonorganic tomatoes - a whooping 79 to 97 percent more. So opt for organic when available. Low in sugar and high in fiber, tomatoes are also a good source of potassium, niacin, vitamin B6 and vitamin K. Studies have shown that tomato juice acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps reduce blood-clotting tendencies.

Gymnastics

Gymnastics combines the benefits of dance with the thrill of acrobatics. It develops strength, balance and mental focus. At the introductory level, kids think it is a blast and it is an excellent competitive option for quiet kids who feel overwhelmed by more-chaotic team sports, because it encourages teamwork in subtle ways.

But its vital that your child receive proper supervision from qualifies coaches and spotters to prevent injuries, says Melissa Johnson, executive director of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports and a former competitive gymnast. And because you generally have to be physically small to excel in this sport, parents showed be on the look-out for warning signs of body-image issues and eating disorders.

About Formula

For many moms-to-be, choosing whether to breastfed or use formula is a complex and personal decision. Experts agree that breast milk is best whenever it is an option, but if you rely on formula for any reason, it pays to be careful about the formulas you select.

According to Cornucopia Institute, a nonprofit research group, found that many baby-formula manufacturers, including some organic brands, were using toxic fungal-derived docosahexaenoic and arachidonic acids (DHA and ARA, respectively) additives linked to serious side effects such as diarrhea and vomiting in infants.

Early infancy is a crucial development period, so talk with your health provider about the best options for you and your baby. Research top choices and learn more about potential toxins in formula.

Blueberries: For a healthy diet.

Delectable proof that big things can come in small packages, blueberries get a lot of votes as the ultimate immunity food. A powerhouse of antioxidant phytonutrients - health - promoting components found in plants - blueberries also a good source of both vitamins C and E. "When vitamins C and E work together, they produce their most potent antioxidant effect," say Beth Reardon, RD, an integrative nutritionist at Duke Integrative Medicine, North Carolina. While vitamin C, the body's No.1 water-soluble antioxidant, patrols the body's waters fat-soluble vitamin E works to protect fatty tissues from free radicals.

My research about "Are we ready for genetic testing?"

The idea of discovering your genetic code may sound tantalizing. But some critics say companies (genetics) are not ready for genetic testing. (Kanigel, 2008, p.58)

"Companies have not met the standards of a clinical genetics lab in a health care setting," says Michael S. Watson, Ph.D., executive director of the American College of Medical Genetics. (Kanigel, 2008, p.58).

In contrast to this fact, some companies are offering tests direct to consumers without an order from a physician. This prompts the American College of Medical Genetics and an advisory committee to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services call for more regulation.

Reference:
Kanigel, Rachel (2008). Mapping your genes. USA: Natural Health Magazine.

Do anti-perspirant cause cancer or Alzheimer's?

The aluminum in anti-perspirants does not cause Alzheimer's disease, according to The Alzheimer's Association and researchers are focusing their energy elsewhere. Meanwhile at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), a part of the National Institute of Health, researchers have found no conclusive evidence linking the use of underarm antiperspirants with breast cancer.

Celiac Disease from Bread.

Gluten-free cookies are now flying off supermarket shelves. Why? For children with celiac disease, gluten - the protein in wheat is the culprit. Although the condition was once considered rare in this country, improved diagnostic tests have shown that it actually affects about one in 130 people - including toddlers. In fact, experts say that for every child with celiac disease, there are seven more who have the disease but don't know it. That's why, Alessio Fasano, M.D., medical director of the University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research says, "It's important fro children to be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, doctors and parents often overlooked celiac disease because they don't realize how common it is and the symptoms are easily mistaken for other problems. In some cases, children don't have any signs at all until the disease has progressed and cause damage to the joints or organs such as the pancreas or liver.

"Parent sometimes use the words allergy or intolerance to help other people understand celiac disease, but it's actually an autoimmune disease and not allergy," says Nanci Pittman, M.D., a pediatric gastroenterologist at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York City.

Studies revealed that a child with celiac disease may stop growing, because malnourished, and develop a variety of serious consequences such as anemia, chronic diarrhea and osteoporosis.

Summer can cause headaches, allergies, asthma and bad mood.

According to National Headache Foundation, humidity can trigger migraines in people who are prone to them. And now, bright sunshine is also a culprit.

On the other hand, symptoms of allergies and asthma are often worst in spring but in summer is no picnic either. Common triggers sch as mold and dust mites flourish in humid weather.

Moreover, a Psychological Science study revealed that while warm, bright days boost your mental heath, the effect fizzles as the temperature climbs. That's why most people are not in good mood.

Therefore, we can generalize that the weltering days of summer can make some everyday health problem worse than usual.

Smokers should quit.

According to Nationwide Children's Hospital and Research Institutes, in Columbus, Ohio, Secondhand smoke is especially dangerous for young children and may even put them at risk for future heart disease.

"Young children breathe faster, so they end up taking in more smoke," explains study author Judith Groner, M.D.

Studies further reveal that children ages 2 to 5 absorbed six times more nicotine than older kids who were exposed to the same amount of smoke at home - and 40 percent of the toddlers and preschoolers had nicotine levels in their body equivalent to those of an active adult smoker. They also showed blood-vessel damage and had fewer vessel-repairing cells, both of which can lead to clogged arteries and atherosclerosis later in life.

Fan reduces risk of SIDS.

According to Ed Martin, M.D., chief of pediatrics for Kaiser Permanente in Vallejo, California, putting your baby to sleep with a fan in her room may significantly reduce her risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Experts believe that a baby can die in her sleep if she breathes exhaled carbon dioxide instead of oxygen and this study shows that simply increasing air circulation is protective.

"A ceiling fan, a desk fan, forced-air heating, or even an open window can help," says Ed Martin, M.D.

Thus, put your baby to sleep on her back, avoid soft bedding, never smoke in her room and don't share a bed are some ways to prevent SIDS as well.

Should you worry about lung cancer?

According to the American Cancer Society, 13 percent of those diagnosed with lung cancer are non-smokers. Indeed, anyone can get the disease without ever lighting up. But increasing the amount of magnesium in your diet may decrease your risk for the disease. As a matter of fact, Epidemiologists at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas found that study participants with the most magnesium in their diet had a 53 percent reduced risk of lung cancer. This mineral helps DNA repair itself. As a result, the researchers recommend getting your RNA for magnesium - 320 mg for women and 420 mg for men - by stocking up on magnesium - rich foods such as green leafy vegetables like Swiss chard (29.2 mg per cup), halibut (170 mg per 159 g or 5.5 oz), almonds (49 mg per ounce), and black beans (120 mg per cup).

Magic Mushroom

Developed in Japan in the mid 1980s, AHCC or popularly known as Active Hexose Correlated Compound is produced from the fermented extract of a hybrid of several medicinal mushrooms. In the last 20-plus years, AHCC has gained and shown promist as a treatment and preventive for everything from candida infections and post-traumatic stress disorder to hair loss and nausea caused by cancer treatment.

But health expert's studies show that AHCC may increase survival rate - and decrease recurrence - in cancer patients. In fact, in a nine-year study of 269 post-surgical liver cancer patients published in the Journal of Hepatology, the group taking AHCC (3 grams per day) showed a 13 percent higher rate of survival than those in the control group. Plus only 35 percent of the patients in the AHCC group had a recurrence of cancer compared to 66 percent in the control group.