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Marasmus : It is a form of malnutrition which is caused due to inadequate protein and calories intake. It is one form of protein-energy malnutrition and other is kwashiorkor and occurs at the age of one year. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that every year ten million children under the age of five died and 50 percent of them died with protein-energy malnutrition (PEM). It results in growth retardation and muscle wasting. [Photo Credit] Symptoms of Marasmus : Main symptoms that are seen in children who suffer from marasmus are lethargy, displaying decreased activity, slow growth, behavioral changes and loss of weight. Growth retardation, muscle wasting and loss of muscle fat are subsequent effects on the body. Children suffer from marasmus will never gain full height and growth. In many children there may be bands of pigmented hair and flaky paint appearance due to peeling. Causes of Marasmus : Main factor that causes protein and calories deficiency is transition from ...

Testicular cancer : Man of any age can be affected through testicular cancer. But can be treated frequently in patients those are below the age of thirty. More than 90 % of the patients diagnosed of testicular cancer get full exemption from it. It is said sadly that many men have to through surgery also in order to get rid of this disease. [Photo Credit] This type of cancer is desolating blow to male’s livelihood because it can put a question mark on his manhood. It may be discourage those who yet to start their family. Sex is as safe after surgery as it was before. Does affect your sex drive : When one or the both testicles are removed then there is no affect on your sex drive. In many cases lack of interest in sex is found but it may be psychological impact due to surgery. Some times many men do experience low libido which will correct over the time. It is better to inform the physician about your libido state. Low sex drive may also be due to depression and anxiety. Does affect yo...

Lactose intolerance : The inability to digest significant amount of lactose is known as lactose intolerance. The inability of the cells in producing sufficient amount of lactose causes its shortage. Function of lactose is to break down lactose into simple forms that can easily be absorbed into bloodstream in digestion process. Lactose when reaches into digestive system, the lactose enzyme breaks down lactose into glucose and glactose. There are three types of lactose intolerance. [Photo Credit] 1. Primary lactose intolerance : In primary lactose intolerance, the body starts to produce less amount of lactose after two years of age. The production of less lactose wholly depends on an individual’s racial or ethical background. It is permanent condition and determined genetically. 2. Secondary lactose intolerance : This type of lactose intolerance is temporary in nature which is caused by a disease or some medication. It damages the lining of small intestine where lactose is normally pr...

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In order to make young girls & boys active & energetic, Yoga has much to offer. A serpents’ speed & stimulus for running is well known. Sarpasan provides you with similar effects. [Photo Credit] Detailed technique of Sarpasa : Lie down on the abdomen. Place the hands on the back with fingers interlocked. Thumbs may be parallel to each other & placed on the lower part of the spine. Stretch the hells & toe together without bending the knees & inhaling raise the body from the front & the rear. Only the abdomen should touch the ground. Now start rolling on the ground towards the left & the right side of the body as long as the breath is withheld. If need of taking a breath is felt, it may be taken on either & not after while coming on the belly. Return slowly to the starting position. Take rest in Shithilasan on the left side. Bnefits of Sarpasan : All the organs of the abdomen are nicely massaged. It relieves constipation & whets your appetite. T...

1.Pineal gland : It is located in a small cave like hole above the hind part of the pituitary gland in the middle of the brain. It is also called the controller gland. [Photo Credit] Function of Pineal gland : It is instrumental in the growth of the body & control the sex gland. It is related to the self regulated nervous system of the body. The secretion of this gland controls other glands. It normalizes the effect of light on the color of the skin & balances the cells of the brain. It also helpful in preventing general information. 2. Pituitary gland : This gland is located at the base of the brain inside the skull & is connected with hypothalamus. This gland functions with the help of other glands. This gland becomes active when other glands stop functioning. When secretion of the gland of the other hormones increases, this gland reduces secretion. Function of Pituitary gland : decrease & increase in height depends on the secretion of this gland as it affects bo...

Healthy sex drive is a part of individual makeup. Many individuals may not understand that they are suffering from low libido problem. Yoga is ancient science at the core of which lies the well being of body as well as mind. If the individual has the required desire & potency, trust a few yoga moves, bends & breaths to take the bedroom bliss even further. If yoga is practiced properly it cleanses the mind, repair the body & liberate the soul of the practitioner. [Photo Credit] Sex is a union of body & mind & yoga helps to enhance the health of both body & mind. But very few can reach the state of spiritual salvation. For most of the people, yoga is thought to be rekindles their get-up &go & reduces their everyday stress. One yoga practitioner explained her experience about the yoga she said, “I think it has to do with the fact that I can now relax & not let my mind fly in a hundred different directions when I am getting intimate. I can enjoy the mo...

Experts have warned that all sexually active women of childbearing age should take folic acid supplement because it prevents any children they have being born with spina bifida. There is a rise in number of cases of disability among newborns. In unborn children spina bifida causes vertebrae in the backbone to form incorrectly. It often leads to lower-body paralysis & other damage to the nervous system. [Photo Credit] Due to this problem child can suffer lifelong bladder & bowel problem & in some cases children have brain damage. But experts said that 75% of the cases could be prevented if mother could take folic acid three months before the conception & during pregnancy period. Dr Margo Whiteford chairman Spina Bifida Association said, “We don't know if this is down to folic acid but we do know that most women don't take enough folic acid at the right time. Ladies do know about folic acid preventing spina bifida but they wait until they've missed a period b...

Million of people around the world every year need hospital treatment for broken bones. The first step in treatment is to reduce the fracture by aligning the ends of the bone which are broken, so that the natural healing process can begin. But in severe cases more drastic measures like steel plates to fix the broken bones in position or the grafting of bone to fill the gap between the shattered ends are done. [Photo Credit] Scientists have developed artificial bones that are made from bits of old wood which can be used as grafts in patients who need replacement of part of their own skeleton which are damaged by the injury. Research by Italian scientist showed that the cellular make-up of certain types of wood like red oak provides perfect scaffolding for cells & blood vessels to latch onto as they grow. Surgeons often harvest grafts from patients own skeleton, they remove bit of bone from pelvis region that is used elsewhere in the body. They remove a small amount of pelvis bone w...

New study has found that healthy people take aspirin to prevent heart attack, the use of aspirin could do more harm than good to those healthy individuals who don’t have history of heart attack. Many people take a daily dose of aspirin in hope that it will keep them healthy & prevent them from heart attack. British scientists have claimed that for healthy people, taking aspirin doesn’t significantly reduces the risk of a heart attack. [Photo Credit] They also found that use of aspirin doubles the risk of internal bleeding in healthy people. The patients who had already suffered from heart attack should take the aspirin. They also advised that aspirin could be included with an anti-cholesterol statin & a blood pressure drug, which could be taken by everyone over the age of 50. Many health people take aspirin believing that because it has been around for such a long time, it is completely safe. Prof. Gerry Fowkes, of the Wolfson Unit for Prevention of Peripheral Vascular Diseas...

People try various things for keeping their body in good shape like treadmills, Atkins diet & long walks. But all went in vain. Now the fitness experts come up with a new idea for staying in shape & you need not to cot out various things from your diet, which is indulging in plenty of sex, also called sexercise. It makes you slimmer. [Photo Credit] The combination of sex & fitness is an ideal one, because sex helps to get a person fit & being fit, a person wants to have more sex. The good combination of both sex & fitness offers a person many health related benefits like improved blood circulation which strengths heart, helps to change the person’s bad cholesterol known as LDL to good cholesterol known as HDL, helps to maintain proper weight, provides good sleep & great amount of energy & also give longer & better quality life. Women, in particular, feel more attractive with sexual fitness, since they produce more estrogen, according to Fox News. Durin...

Fat reduction breakthroughs that can help women control their appetite & boost energy. The makers claim the £4.95 product contains appetite suppressants and improves metabolism with a simple lick of the lips. Critics say the lip salve will do little to cause substantive' weight loss & there is no substitute for eating less and exercising more. The balm was launched in the U.S. earlier this year. [Photo Credit] Dr Allan Kurtz inventor of it said, “'People who have used this have reported losing between 6lb and 10lb without changing anything else. It works by suppressing appetite. There are always cookies & cakes in my office & when I wear this I see my appetite going away. Because it goes into your system through your lips it works quickly & you still get the oral gratification of putting something on your mouth.” The balm contains hoodia extract is an appetite suppressant. It was originally used in plant form. It also contains green tea extract to aid metab...

Young & old, male & female everyone experiences some skin problem, at any given time. There are many skin problems that make you depressed & it become impossible to treat them. Here are explained some common skin ailments & ways to deal with them. [Photo Credit] 1. Freckles or dark spots : When skin is exposed to the sun, the pigmentation increases in order to protect the inner layer of the skin. Repeated exposure to the sun, especially for long time, causes the skin to tan. With the fair-skinned people, there is an accumulation of pigment in the lower layer, which gradually gets destroyed, as it is transferred to the upper layer. If pigments are not destroyed, it appears on the skin in an uneven manner in the form of freckles or dark spots. They tend to appear on areas that are more elevated like the nose, cheekbone & forehead. If your skin has tendency to freckle, avoid excessive sun exposure. Always use sunscreen, applying it 20 minutes before sun exposure. Bu...

Autism : It is defined as a complex disorder of the central nervous system, impairing a person’s social interaction & communication skills often manifested by restricted & repetitive behavior. Autism is a behaviorally defined neurodevelopment disorder that begins in early childhood. Language delay in the preschool years is typically the presenting problem for more severely affected children with autism. [Photo Credit] Higher functioning children with autism are generally identified with behavioral problems when they are aged approximately 4-5 years or with social problems later in childhood. Have you noticed these symptoms in your child? You might want to consult with a professional. Oftentimes it will be very difficult news to hear if your child happens to be one. Symptoms of Autism : All people with autism have abnormal functioning in three core areas of development that are social interaction, verbal & nonverbal communication & the presence of repetitive & res...

Definition of sprain : A sprain occurs when one or more ligaments are stretched beyond their normal range. Most people regard a sprained ankle as a minor injury. If sprained ankle is not treated properly, it can lead to lasting weakness, repeated strain & even arthritis. In a severe sprain, the fibres tear. [Photo Credit] Dr. Rogers said, “'You should get an ankle brace as soon as possible. This immobilizes the ankle, reducing the strain on it and giving it a chance to heal properly. Tub grip won't provide nearly enough support or compression to keep the swelling down. If you can put weight on the ankle, that's fine; but don't force it - the injured ligaments need time to heal.” First aid recommendations : Follow the recommended first aid for an ankle sprain, which goes by the acronym RICE: R for rest; I for ice; C for compression; E for elevation. Apply a cloth-wrapped (to avoid an ice burn) ice pack (not peas) to the area a few times a day for five minutes. Put...

Menstrual hygiene is an issue that every girl & woman has to deal with in her life. But there is lack of information on the process of menstruation, the physical & psychological changes associated with puberty and proper requirements for managing menstruation. The taboos’ surrounding this issue in the society prevents girls & women from articulating their needs. Good menstrual hygiene is crucial for the health, education& dignity of girls. [Photo Credit] Menstruation : It is the cyclic occurrence of uterine bleeding that occurs near the end of puberty in girls. Typically, first periods occur around age 12 or 13. However, some girls begin having periods as young as 8 or 9 years old, while others may be as old as 15 or 16. If menarche does not occur by the time a girl reaches the age of 16, she should see her doctor for evaluation. Girls often have irregular periods during the first few years after menstruation begins. It’s completely normal to have irregular periods w...

People who have eyesight problem usually prefer wearing contact lenses instead of spectacles. Contact lenses have gained popularity & importance in today’s life style. With the increasing trend of wearing contact lenses it becomes necessary to have a proper care of your contact lenses. It is also necessary because they remain your eyes safe & healthy. Here are explained some useful tips, by following these tips you can take proper care of your contact lenses. [Photo Credit] Reading user manual : When you buy a pair of contact lens, there is a user manual which comes with it. You should not ignore it. You should read it carefully & follow the prevention & usage tips given in it. You should take advice from an eye specialist if you wear contact lenses first time. One must follow all the instruction given by the eye specialist for the contact lenses. General hygienic tips : You must follow the general hygienic tips when using contact lenses like always wash your hands...

Dehydration is condition which is causes due to excessive usage of alcohol & caffeinated products. To hydrate your body you should keep the body’s water contents at its optimal level. Mild hydration can be treated at home but its severe form can become the main reason of death. Dehydration is defined as the excessive loss of water & salt from the body. Dehydration can be dangerous if it goes uncorrected for a long time. [Photo Credit] Symptoms of dehydration : The symptoms of dehydration include feeling of thirst, dry tongue& mouth & also the reduce output of urine. Severe signs of dehydration include sunken eyes, wrinkled skin, dizziness, and confusion. In some severe patients high heart rate & elevated respiratory will also seen as the major symptoms of dehydration. Causes of dehydration : Causes of dehydration include prolonged exposure to the sun or heat, and excessive sweating. It also includes prolonged vomiting, diarrhea and high fever. All of these condit...

Soy is considered to be very effective in alleviating most of the symptoms of menopause due to its high concentration of phytoestrogens . These phytoestrogens are compounds derived from plants that contain estrogenic activity, thus having great effects on addressing menopausal symptoms. Here are explained the reasons why it is best for alleviating symptoms of menopause. [Photo Credit] Natural remedy for decreasing menopause : Scientists discovered that the soy chemicals called isoflavones could prevent bone calcium leeching, which is a common occurrence among people who usually take in red meats. The use of a soy supplement could alleviate hot flashes, which is linked to the decrease of the levels of estrogen in the body. This is because of the estrogenic effects of the isoflavones that could be found in soy. Relief for Night Sweats & Hot Flashes :To relieve frequent occurrences of night sweats and hot flashes, it is best to have a high intake of soy with its component of isofl...

The main reason of infertility among men is the low sperm count . Having high or normal sperm count can better your probabilities of having a baby. Also the amount of pleasure that you experience when ejaculating can be affected by the amount of semen that is produced. The averaged amount of sperm that a man produces during ejaculations is 40,000,000. There are several ways through which one can increases one’s sperm count. [Photo Credit] Ways to increase sperm count : As you grow old the quantity of sperm decreased. There are many things that you can do yourself to increase the sperm count. Here are explained some tips through that one can raise the quality & quantity of his sperms. 1. If you can, cut down junk & processed foods in your day-to-day diet. It's more advantageous that you eat things high in protein & low fat. If you can afford it, eat only organic foods. It helps to boost your sperm count. 2. Avert bathing in hot water & wearing tight underclothe...