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Electromagnetic Pollution

July 19, 2011 by ·

RIGHT now, you’re probably wondering what electromagnetic radiation means. Many people are not aware what electromagnetic radiation is. If you work on a computer or own a mobile phone, make sure you read this article. What you do not know may be a major cause of ill-health.

Electromagnetic radiation (or EMF pollution) is a term given to all the man-made electromagnetic fields (EMF) of various frequencies, which fill our homes, workplace and public spaces. When we call something in our environment a pollutant, we are implying that it is somehow harmful to nature and to ourselves.

The source of electromagnetic pollution in our environment has been growing exponentially for the past 30 years or so. From desktop computers to mobile phones, we have a potential crisis of sorts with the “pollutants” that come from these and other similar technologies. It’s called electromagnetic pollution. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Computers & Internet, Environment, Health, Technologies ·

Children Risking Ill Health And Shorter Life By Eating 50% Too Much Salt Every Day

July 1, 2011 by ·

Children are routinely eating too much salt, risking ill health and a shorter life.

Typical amounts are at least 50 per cent more than the recommended daily maximum but some consume almost double.

Health experts warn that the processed foods and sauces at the heart of the nation’s diet are fuelling a dangerous daily overdose.

Children’s natural enjoyment of food can mean they fall prey to the dangers of processed food

Diet watch: Children’s natural enjoyment of food can mean they fall prey to the dangers of processed food

High salt consumption pushes up blood pressure, which in the long term can lead to strokes and heart attacks. These are the country’s biggest causes of death and disability.

Health campaigners took two typical daily menus enjoyed by many children and calculated the salt content to be 9.3g to 9.6g. [Read more...]

Filed Under: diet, Health, Home ·

Olive Oil Lovers Have Lower Stroke Risk

June 19, 2011 by ·

Older people who include olive oil in their diet may have a lower risk of stroke, a French study said, raising the possibility that the well-known connection between olive oil and heart disease may extend to strokes as well.

The study, which followed older French adults for five years, found that people who regularly used olive oil were 41 percent less likely to have a stroke than those who never used it.

“These results suggest a protective role for high olive oil consumption on the risk of stroke in older subjects,” wrote study leader Cecilia Samieri of the French national research institute INSERM, in Neurology.

The study included 7,625 adults age 65 and older who reported on their diets and other lifestyle factors. People who said they used olive oil for both cooking and as a dressing were considered “intensive users.” [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health, Lifestyle, Research & Study ·

Researchers From More Than 30 Countries Share Findings About the Use of Ultrasound in the Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Heart Disease

June 13, 2011 by ·

Study revealing a technique that increases the success rate of gene therapy released at The American Society of Echocardiography 2011 Scientific Sessions

The world’s leading researchers in cardiovascular medicine will present their most-recent findings at the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) 22nd Annual Scientific Sessions, June 11-14, 2011 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.  Many of this year’s presentations will significantly impact the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease and the utilization of cardiovascular ultrasound.

To view the full text of the press releases, please visit the “ASE Press Room” link on the Society’s Website, asecho.org. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health, Health Care, Research & Study ·

Satisfy Your Cravings

June 9, 2011 by ·

Perhaps at one time in your life you have eaten a classic dessert which is almost like everybody’s favourite jam. It is rich, elegant and the epitome of gourmet. Most people would consider it; possibly, the perfect dessert which is being made and produced by clippy’s apples and sweet juicy figs. Or maybe you want to try the rich moist carrot cake made with freshly grated carrots, chopped walnuts and only the finest ingredients which is topped with delicious cream cheese icing. Well, why not satisfy your cravings through a wide range of irresistible cakes such as cherry, chocolate, fruit, chocolate orange, lemon or tea cake from coolmore foods?

Meanwhile, having a perfect and delicious meal is manifested from an unplanned menu and spur-of-the-moment idea. By browsing deep in the pantry and making use of ingredients already sitting in the fridge and a quick trip to the store, perhaps you’ll put together an exquisite meal with a variety of accompaniments from copas. Not only they are well-known for their supply of turkeys to independent farm shops, but also are renowned as the best in the UK. So if you are interested, all you have to do is register online and you can shop faster, and be up to date on order status and keep track of all orders.

Filed Under: Food, Health, Nutrition ·

Summer Brings A Host Of Other Perils Besides The Heat

May 24, 2011 by ·

Fruits and juices might be among the best ways to manage the scorching heat but exercising a little caution is necessary to keep health problems at bay. Doctors, while stressing the need to increase fluid intake during summer, also insist on the importance of avoiding contaminated water and being cautious of artificially ripened fruits.

“People should take plenty of boiled water to avoid dehydration. Drinking juices and other cool drinks outside is not advisable as the water could be contaminated” said a senior doctor at the Government Hospital at Tirupattur.

Problems such as urinary tract infection and heat stroke can be prevented by taking sufficient water. “The body needs minimum of five litres of fluid per day. Water content fruits such as water melon, ‘vellari pazham’ could be consumed,” he added. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beverage, Health, Lifestyle ·

Grape Juice For Your Heart

May 13, 2011 by ·

A glass of grape juice a day is good for health (TOI Photo)

You can get the same benefits by eating both red grape skins, which contain resveratrol, and red grape seeds, which contain proanthocyanidins, which are also powerful heart medicine.

Red grape juice may offer the same protection against heart disease as red wine but without the alcohol, say researchers.

Both red wine and grape juice contain chemicals called polyphenols which have antioxidant properties.

Research suggests that antioxidants remove molecules called free radicals, which can cause cell damage linked to heart disease and cancer. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health, Nutrition, Research & Study ·