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Archive for 2012

The answer to that question may be the key to say goodbye to the uncomfortable dryness. Read on to find out what are the possible causes of dry skin, so take the first step toward the softness of your skin.

Your skin can become dry for many reasons, some obvious and others less so. For example, it is common to hear that the skin is dry during the winter, but as the cold increases, the humidity decreases. And so you decide to stay indoors to avoid exposing your skin to intense cold, heat and stoves or fireplaces also contribute to dry your skin as warm air reduces the moisture.

And the story is repeated throughout the summer. The sun is the main factor that dries your skin at this time of year. If you’re a long time in the sun, and do not protect yourself from UV rays, they can penetrate several layers of your skin breaking down elastin and collagen which keeps it hydrated and soft. This creates deep lines that eventually give the feeling that you have dry skin. Read the rest of this entry »

When you sleep and sleep well all goes much better, even learning. There are now several studies that have found a relationship between adolescents who sleep little and the lower grades in school or a reduced ability to assimilate knowledge. Learn about these studies linking good rest with the ability to learn.
Teens tend to stay up later, involved in many activities, hanging out with friends and enjoy the nightlife. Then, of course, if they could delay the clock in the morning to sleep a little longer.

Can this affect them in school? There are several studies that have attempted to answer this question. One was done by some psychologists of Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas, USA, found that students and night owls who like to be awake at night and sleep over in the morning, tend to have lower scores on the school and early college years, a pattern that changes when they adopt new sleep patterns.

To reach these results, which were presented at the annual conference of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (SLEEP 2011), held in the U.S., researchers analyzed responses from 89 students at different points in their studies, for example, before entering college and after completing the first year of study. Based on initial responses, the youth divided into three groups: larks (early risers), owls and owls (owls) and regular (who were alert between 8 or 9 in the morning and tired around 10 pm). Read the rest of this entry »

Good rest is essential for children to develop strong and healthy. How many times must sleep to do? Is it natural to sleep a lot? Here’s a guide for you to help your child to rest what they need … and we all sleep peacefully.

Some of the concerns that reveal parents, especially first-timers, revolve around the hours of sleep in children. If this is your case, you may ask yourself things like: How many hours should sleep? Is it healthy to share the bed with Mom and Dad? Should sleep in a row? or How long should naps?

All these questions are natural, and no wonder, for good sleep helps children grow healthy and strong. The first thing to know is that sleep needs change as time passes. During the first months of life, for example, babies sleep most of the day and wake up every three or four hours to eat. Thus, although it seems much, babies up to six months need about 16 to 20 hours to recover the energy and learn to defend themselves outside the womb. Read the rest of this entry »

The effects of the protein or soy flour on iron absorption are unclear. Studies in the 1980′s indicated a reduction in iron absorption, although recent research did not notice either no effect or increased iron absorption in people who consumed soy. People who used iron supplements and soy products should ask a health professional to follow up your iron levels in blood. Can also be altered levels of calcium and phosphate.

Some experts believe there may be an interaction between soy extract and Panax ginseng, but this potential interaction is not well characterized.

Apparently prebiotics (complex sugars) have no effect on the way the body absorbs the soybean is not yet clear whether probiotics (which are commonly found in cultured milk products such as yogurt) affect the absorption of soy. Read the rest of this entry »

Most herbs and supplements have not been thoroughly tested for interactions with other herbs, supplements, drugs or food. The interactions listed below are based on reports in scientific publications, laboratory experiments or traditional use. Always read product labels. If you have a medical condition or are taking other drugs, herbs or supplements, you should consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting a new therapy.

Interactions with Drugs

Soy contains “phytoestrogens” (plant compounds with weak properties similar to estrogen) such as isoflavones. It is not clear if isoflavones stimulate or block estrogen’s effects, or both (acting as “receptor agonist / antagonist”). It is not known if taking soy supplements or soy isoflavones increases or reduces the effects of estrogen in the body, as the risk of blood clots. It is unclear if soy alters the effectiveness of oral contraceptives containing estrogen. Read the rest of this entry »

Traditionally it was considered that soy as part of normal feeding is not harmful during pregnancy and lactation, although research is limited in these areas. The effects on humans of high doses of soy or soy isoflavones are not clear and therefore not recommended.

Recent studies show that isoflavones, which may have properties similar to estrogen, are transferred from mothers to infants through breast milk. High doses of isoflavones given to pregnant animals resulted in tumors and reproductive changes in the offspring, but this has not been studied in humans. Read the rest of this entry »

Allergies

Soy can act as an allergen similar to milk, eggs, peanuts, fish and wheat. Symptoms of allergic reaction can range from a runny nose, until a sudden drop in blood pressure.

Side Effects and Warnings

Soy has been one of the staples of the population in many countries for over 5,000 years and is unlikely to be toxic in the long term. Have been reported minor side effects in infants, children and adults, apart from allergic reactions.

Soy protein taken by mouth has been linked to stomach and intestinal problems such as bloating, nausea and constipation. Changes in the quality of the stool have been reported. Less commonly reported more serious intestinal side effects in infants fed formula of soy proteins, including vomiting, diarrhea, stunted growth and damage to and bleeding in the intestinal walls. People who cow’s milk causes intestinal irritation (colitis) may also react to soy formula. Read the rest of this entry »

Soy is a subtropical plant native to Southeast Asia. This member of the pea family (Fabaceae) grows from one to five feet tall and forms clusters of three to five pods with two to four grains. Soy has been a staple food in Asian countries for at least 5,000 years. During the Chou Dynasty in China (1134-246 BC), fermentation techniques were discovered that allowed soy to be prepared in more easily digestible, such as tempeh, miso and tamari soy sauce. Tofu was invented in China in the second century.

Soy was introduced to Europe in the eighteenth century and the United States in the nineteenth century. The cultivation of soybeans began a large scale in the United States during World War II. At present, farmers in the Midwestern United States produces about half the world supply of soybeans.

Soy contains protein, isoflavones, and fiber, all of which are thought to benefit health. Soy is an excellent source of dietary protein, including all essential amino acids. Soy is also a source of lecithin or phospholipid. Soy isoflavones and lecithin have been studied scientifically for numerous health conditions. It is believed that isoflavones such as genistein have similar effects to estrogen in the body and as a result, sometimes called “phytoestrogens.” Read the rest of this entry »

According to a recent study, soy consumption may reduce symptoms of menopause.

Soy or Soy is a subtropical plant, native to Southeast Asia. This member of the family as peas or peas (Fabaceae) grows from one to five feet (30 to 150 cms) tall and forms clusters of three to five pods, each with two to four grains (or soybeans) . Soy has been a staple in Asian countries for at least 5,000 years. During the Chou Dynasty in China (1134-246 BC), fermentation techniques were discovered that allow the soy preparations in easily digestible forms such as tempeh, miso and tamari soy sauce.

Soy contains protein, isoflavones and fiber, all of which are considered beneficial to health. Soy is an excellent source of dietary protein, including all essential amino acids. Soy is also a source of lecithin or phospholipid. Soy isoflavones and lecithin have been studied scientifically in numerous health conditions. It is believed that isoflavones such as genistein have estrogen-like effects in the body, and as a result are sometimes called “phytoestrogens”. Read the rest of this entry »

Can I choose the sex of the baby?

With modern techniques it is possible to choose the sex of the baby, but in reality, very few cases where medically necessary to choose the sex of the offspring. Synthesizes only to cases of communicable diseases to a particular sex of the children, such as hemophilia, who pass the suffering of women and sons and sometimes severe ways that compromise the lives of children. In these cases there must always be parental consent, because often these techniques go against their religious or philosophical beliefs.

Where can perform these techniques?

These techniques are usually performed in centers specializing in infertility.

Home methods of low complexity

Shettles and Rorvik doctors, authors of “How to choose the sex of your baby,” based on their own experiences that the Y sperm (male children) are faster and live shorter lives than the X chromosome sperm (from daughters). It would be logical then that having sex on the date closest to ovulation would be far greater chance of having a baby male. They also advise that the relationship is in a position to allow penetration of the vagina very deep and that the female orgasm is prior to male ejaculation. There should be a withdrawal after 3 or 4 days prior to ovulation to have intercourse. Read the rest of this entry »