Yoga means ‘to know yourself’

Yoga means ‘to know your inner powers, to groom them and to active the inactive power points inside you’

Yoga means ‘to connect with your soul’

Yoga means ‘to stay fit, younger and beautiful forever’

Yoga means ‘to stay away from diseases’

Yoga means ‘eating right food’

Yoga means ‘sleeping well and in right posture’

Yoga means ‘exercising your body internally and externally’

Yoga means ‘meditation’

Yoga means ‘saying truth’

Yoga means ‘understanding your responsibilities and then doing your KARMA properly’

Types of Yoga

1. Mantrayog

2. Laey-yog

3. Hathyog

4. Rajyog

Mantrayog means chanting a certain ‘mantra’ at certain time of the day, usually in the morning. This will give you peace of mind. There is one universal mantra ‘OM’. The whole universe had been originated from this word. So powerful this word is…OM

Laey-yog means doing your routine work properly and simultaneously remembering your GOD also.

Hathyog consists of various ‘AASANAS’,postures, which are done to keep your body healthy and for sharp mind.

Rajyog means to make your body and mind pious, so as to connect with your soul and experiencing the divine intervention. Yoga is a medium by which you can find the GOD within your inside. By GOD, i doesnt mean that you will see a heavenly body inside but you will discover your positive/good part. And you will feel very calm and relaxed.

Perosn who does yoga and meditate daily and continues doing it. Then after some time you will feel that your body and mind is in your full control. You will also feel more confident and will find yourself at par to others.

It is a proven fact that if you meditate for five years continuously, then your biological life will be tweleve years younger than your chronological life. You will feel like a different person completly. Your conciousness will open up to a different dimension and you will find yourself filled with innovative ideas and a lot of energy.    

Due to the increasing temperature of the earth i.e. global warming, the ice in Antarctic Ocean is melting at a very fast rate. Researchers have predicted that the ice will extinct from the Antarctic Ocean in next 20 years. Due to which sea water will rise. And there are 3000 cities of the world, which will be drowned.

Coming back to Maldives, the highest point of Maldives is at a height of around 7 feet above sea level. Due to the rising sea level, the danger for extinction of Maldives is also increasing. Researchers say that if the sea level continues to rise at the same rate, then it is possible that Maldives will be erased from world’s map in coming 50 – 60 years. Keeping this mind, the president of Maldives, not waiting for the disaster to come, has requested the world to stop the use of carbon as soon as possible and look for some  other renewable source of energy. Maldives itself will totally stop carbon emissions by 2020. For this purpose Maldives has taken a step forward and has organized a meeting under sea water to discuss global warming and to find a way to stop carbon emissions. They will also discuss about various renewable sources of energy and how to get maximum from them.

But it is a fact that people all over the world are not the same. There are some people who are so eccentric that they will not stop carbon emissions and will continue to use carbon for their mere profit. That is why, I think that the president of Maldives has started buying land in other countries for his people of Maldives, so that citizens of Maldives should not live as refugees in other countries and they should live freely. I heartily appreciate this thinking of  THE PRESIDENT.

Like the President understands his responsibility, we should also understand our responsibility and should stop polluting the environment.

Stop Carbon Emissions

SAVE MALDIVES, SAVE YOURSELF TOO.      

You have done a lot of hard work to plan your diet while you were pregnant. But it is not over yet, it is just the beginning. You have to take care of your diet again because now you have to breastfeed your baby. That is why GOD had named you ‘MOTHER’. ALWAYS remember that your own milk is best for your baby, never compromise for it. Your child’s growth depends on the quality of your milk, which means on your nutrition. So you have to feed yourself well, so as to feed your baby.

Experts say that while you are breastfeeding, you require 500 calories extra daily. So try to make these extra 500 calories more nutritious, because these are for your child. If you are not able to make those extra calories from your food then you can opt for supplements also. Consult your doctor for supplements. Doctors will probobly reccommend you a calcium supplement, a folic acid amd a multi-vitamin depending upon the need of your body.

Here are some do’s and dont’s:

1. Choose well, Eat healthy

You burn a lot of calories while you are breastfeeding. After a breastfeeding session, you will feel hungary. Eat something healthy and nutritious, which can cover up your calories. Don’t eat junk food.

2. Split your heavy meals into many

Usually you eat three times a day and stuff your self tight. But this is wrong. Instead of taking three heavy meals a day, break it into 3 – 5 light meals a day. Take your meals after every 2-3 hours. This will help you to digest your food more easily and you feel fuller whole day. This will increase your metabolism also. And write a note that whatever you eat should be healthy.

3. Quench your thirst after and before each feed as you feel

Listen to your body need, If you feel thirsty before or after feeding, quench your thirst by drinking a glass of water, fruit juice or vegetable juice. This way you will be able to meet your daily water requirements also.

4. Say no to smoking and drinking

Smoking is a bad habbit. It spoils your life. In case you are a smoker and are breastfeeding your baby, then you should quit smoking because it is dangerous for your baby. Because nicotine will go to your baby’s body through your milk.

Simillar is the case with alcohol, so avoid alcohol also.

Diet plan for breastfeeding mums:

1. 1. Drink atleast 2 – 3 litres of water daily. Keep yourself hydrated.
2. 2. Try to take most of your energy requirement from carbohydrates. But fat is also equally important, 30% of your daily calories should come from fats.
3. 3. Carbohydrate source: Eat plenty of vegetable and whole fruits. Drink fruit and vegetable juices.
4. 4. Protein source: Eat meat, chicken, fish, beans, soya, eggs, nuts, etc.
5. 5. Eat dairy products also. Drink 2-3 glasses of milk, cheese, yogurt,etc.
6. 6. Fat sources: Eat butter, mayonnaise, cheese, peanuts, walnuts, fish(salmon), etc.

As such there is no compulsion for eating. But it should be nutritious and not junk food. And one thing which you should keep in mind is that maintain proportion of what I have told you. Plan your diet well.

EAT HEALTHY, FEED HEALTHY 

An American study analysed data taken from over 4000 participants aged 2 – 19 years, who had been part of national survey fro health and nutrition found that obese children and teenagers were 26% more likely to have an allergy and 59% are more likely to have a food allergy as compared to kids who are having a normal healthy weight.

The above study shows that there is significant percentage of kids and teens who are allergic. So this is the time when all of us should take a step forward to lead a healthy life. I mean, C’mon guys, wake up and start shedding some weight. Parents should also take active participation in teaching their kids. I am not saying this for my interest, infact this is the need of the hour.

You should not let yourself get overheated because it can be dangerous for you and your baby. Overheating can lead to Preterm births.

So all the mothers should try to stay cool, especially in summers. When you are pregnant your metaboplism runs faster than normal, it works for two.

Here are few tips to keep yourself cool and calm :

1. Drink a lot of water

Don’t ever let yourself get dehydrated. Dehydration in pregnancy can cause headaches, water retention, cramps, dizzinsess, oedema. Drinking plenty of water will avoid all these problems and will maintain your body temperature also. Will keep you cool.

Drink 2 – 3 litres of water daily to meet your daily water needs.

Always carry a water bottle while you go out.

You have to be extra careful for your water requirement in your third trimester because this is the time, when dehydration can lead to preterm birth of baby.

2. Plan your day

Plan your routine work in such a way that your exposure to sun should be minimal. Try to walk and work in shade, inside your home or office.

3. Use sunscreen

Use sunscreen while going out, to beat the heat. Protect your skin by minimising your time in sun, especially ‘mask of pregnancy’. Some women change their skin during pregnancy. And when you come back, use a after sun-lotion for a soothing and cooling effect.

4. Listen to your body

Tyr to learn about your body signals and try to figure out needs of your body. Whenever you feel diziness or uneasiness, drink some water or juice. If it stays long then don’t take chances, consult your doctor immediately.

5. Wear cotton clothes. This prevents itchy skin and will keep you comfortable and cool.

6. Cover your head with a cap, hat, bandana or umbrella while you go out. This will keep your head cool.

These are the few things, I wanted to share with you. There are few more things that ‘goint to be moms’ should take care of. And if you don’t know those simple things then don’t feel shy to consult your mother or mother-in-law because she will be your biggest advisor.

STAY COOL

Heart attacks occur due to blockage in one of the arteries, supplying blood to the heart. If the blockage continues to occur, then it will affect the functioning and efficiency of the heart. As a result of it, the heart stops working and so as the person.

How this blockage is formed?

We all know the function of arteries is to supply blood to the heart. But for a heart patient, the blood starts depositing traces of fats on the walls of the arteries. Soon these blockages will turn into clots, due to which supply of blood to heart is blocked, causing a heart attack.

Factors which increases risk of heart attack

1. High blood cholestrol.
2. High blood pressure (Hypertension).
3. Excess body weight, that is why doctors say that OBESE people are more prone to heart attacks.

Aim of a diet plan for heart patients

          AIM 1. Reduce levels of total blood cholestrol.

          AIM 2. Emphasis on good cholestrol than bad cholestrol.

          AIM 3. To lose weight and to maintain a good healthy weight.

          AIM 4. To control high blood pressure.

Limit your daily fat intake to 30% of total calories. Reduce intake of saturated and trans – fats.

Eat less than 6 grams of salt per day.

Goals of diet plan for heart patients

1. Reduce intake of saturated fats.
2. Reduce intake of trans-fats.
3. Reduce total fat intake.
4. Reduce intake of dietary cholestrol.

Here is the diet plan for heart patients:

1. Avoid egg yolks strictly.
2. Avoid organ meats like brain, lever, kidney because they are high in cholestrol.
3. Avoid high fat dairy products.
4. Avoid foods that include ‘trans-fats’, ‘hydrogenated fat’ or ‘partially hydrogenated fat’.
5. Avoid animal fats like butter.
6. Avoid processed meat like bacon, salami, etc.
7. Avoid red meat.
8. Avoid the use of alcohol, caffeine products and carbonated drinks.
9. Reduce your sugar intake.
10. Avoid salt in your food. One can eat less than 6 grams of salt per day.
11. Shift to vegetarian diet. Cook very slightly to preserve the enzymes or you can eat them boiled.
12. Eat plenty of fruits.
13. Eat garlic and onion in your diet. Because these have anti-oxidant properties and garlic lowers the blood pressure.
14. Instead of heavy meals, take several small meals, which are low in salt.
15. Eat food that contain magnesium like wheat germ, broccoli, spinach, etc.
16. Drink fresh vegetable juices.
17. Take honey, 2 to 3 times a week to strengthen your heart.
18. Eat walnut also.
19. If you want to eat meat, then choose lean meat, skinless chicken or any fish.
20. Eat fish regularly because fish is rich in omega-3 acids. It is good to take it steamed. 

Lets talk some science now.

People who smoke or chew tobacco, intake large quantities of nicotine, carcinigens and other harmful chemicals. These harmful chemicals slowly damages your immune system. Due to which smokers are more prone to diseases like lung cancer, hypertension, heart attack, mood swings, emphysema and many more. I will suggest you a diet but the harmful effects of smoking will always overweigh your healthy efforts.

Smoking increases your free-radical levels like carcinogenics, so you need to protect yourself by increasing the intake of anti-oxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, bioflavonoids and carotenoids. A smoker requires 500% more vitamin C than non-smokers, to neutralise the bad effects of smoking to some extent.

Diet tips for smokers:

1. Increase the intake of anti-oxidants in your diet.

1. A. Eat red, yellow, orange or green fruits.
2. B. Eat vitamin C and vitamin E rich food with bioflavonoids and selenium. Brazil nuts are good source of selenium.
3. C. Switch from coffee to green tea. I have already disscussed the advantsges of green tea in my earlier post. Green tea is a good anti-oxidant.
4. D. Eat a lot of garlic and onion because they have good anti-oxidant properties.

2.Eat fruit/vegetable rich in carotenoid. Spinach, Orange, Carrots, Melons, Tomatoes,etc are good source of carotenoids (Beta-Carotene).

3.Include Brassicas rich food in your diet plan. Brassicas reduces the risk of cancer. Broccoli, Mustard, Raddish, Cauliflower, Kale, Cress, Brussels Sprouts, 4. Cabbage, Horseradish, Kohlrabi, Turnip,etc.

5. Reduce intake of fat from your diet plan because excess of fat wil increase your weight and thus you will be more prone to diseases.

6. Increase intake of good carbohydrates. Try to take most of your energy from carbohydrates.

7. Reduce sodium(salt) in your diet.

Also involve yourself in some physical activities like sports, aerobics,etc. do it for 45-60 minutes daily. But as I always say, do consult a doctor before following any diet plan or exercise plan. Because everyone is not the same.

Scientists are saying that ozone layer is depleting every year, due to which the temperature of earth is rising, which leads to climate change, shifting of seasons, etc.

Researchers say that temperature of Antarctica has risen to 3 times its original temperature in last 2000 years. This is the reason why glaciers are melting in Antarctica, rising the sea level.

But according to a recent survey, there is something else happening in HIMALAYAS, which is reverse to what scientists say. There are around 250 glaciers in Himalayas. But recently, 53 new glaciers are created in Karakoram range. Scientists from all over the world are carrying a research, trying to find out, why it is happening.

What I wanteed to say is that is global warming the only reason behhind melting of glaciers in Antarctica or is there some other phenomenon behind it, which is still out of the reach of scientists.

And whatever conversions are happening in earth, what will be its effect on humans. Will it be beneficial for us or it is just the starting of DOOMS DAY.

Scientifically speaking, the cause of male – pattern baldness largely depends upon how resistant your hair follicles are to your hormone derivatives, DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE (DHT). Research has shown that when the male hormone is exposed to 5 – alpha – reductase (an enzyme in the hair follicle), it produces dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes permanent hair loss.

All of you must have noticed that we shed our hair from front and top. We never lose our side or back hair. This is because this hair is resistant to the effects of DHT.

Hair implants techniques:

1. Follicular unit hair transplantation.
2. Obtaining follicles from the donor site.
3. Classic strip surgery.

The second technique is the most successful and safest technique in today’s time. This is an non-invasive technique, which means this leaves no scar and so no dressing is done. Actually what happens in this procedure is that, hair follicles are taken from the donor site, with the help of micro surgical tools. Donor site is usually the back or side hair, depending upon doctor to choose. These hair when transplanted on your bald section, will continue to grow for lifetime like your side or back hair. This means that the transplanted hair will retain their genetic properties.

This technique will cost you a little high, depending upon the number of hair follicles you want to transplant.

This is a non – invasive technique, so no scars or signs of removal of hair follicles will be left behind after the procedure. Hence no dressing is required.

Fast healing technique.

You can also choose other donor sites on your body and you can return for further treatment at anytime.

The number of grafts can be determined by the patient, depending upon his need and financial ability.

Treatment is always patient centered. Medical examination and medical history is also taken into account. And they also take digital images to plan your treatment and look.

People sufferring from acne faces a lot of psychological problems like they lose in their self confidence because of their looks. You don’t want to go out because you think that people might make fun of you. So you lose your interest in social activities. You try a lot of tricks and products to get rid of the acne, but to no avail.

To control the acne, eat foods rich in betacarotene and zinc. They prevent the oil secretion, which is actully the root cause of pimples. For pimples, use a mild erythromycin gel or a trusted product avilable in the market.

Keep your skin clean and do not use drying masks or scrubs. Be careful while going for a clean-up, eyebrow making or waxing because all these activities include breaking of skin, which can make your acne more acute. So take precautions while going out for these procedures. For marks that are left behind because of acne, use creams containing Kojic acid and vitamin C.

Once you get rid of the acne, you will gain back all your lost confidence and will start living your life to normal or I can say with more confidence. And you will succeed in life, leaving all the persons behind,  who commented on you earlier.

ALL THE BEST

Ozone holes are created due to the increase in HALONS and FREONS concenteration. CFC’s and other substances which are responsible for depletion of ozone layer are known as ozone depleting substances(ODS).

Sources of ODS are

• Air – conditioning/ cooling units
• Aerosol spray propellants
• Cleaning processes of delicate electronic equipments

Possible consequences of ozone layer

• Increase in levels of UV-B radiations, which can cause genitic damage, sunburns and skin cancer also.
• Increase in earth’s temperature, causing GLOBAL WARMING.
• Reduction of the ozone green house effect because free radicals catalyst will destroy this property of ozone.
• Due to increase in earth’s temperature, glaciers will start melting, which will increase the sea water level.
• Shifting of seasons will be another possible consequence of ozone depletion.
• Destruction of wild life because some of the speices may not be able to adjust will the climate change.
• Increased UV-B radiation will also affect the photo plankton life in the ocean’s photic zone.

In a recent report, if the glaciers will continue to  melt at the same speed, then around 3000 cites of the world will be under water by 2100, causing damage of life and property.

I think we should wait for the time to come when nature will show its anger and then we will start doing something about it. GOODLUCK to all  who live in those 3000 cities…

WHAT CAUSES OZONE DEPLETION ?

Molecules which are responsible for ozone depletion are:

• Nitric oxide
• Nitrous oxide
• Hydroxyl
• Atomic chlorine
• Atomic bromine

These are known as free radical catalysts. They are released in the earth’s atmosphere by the manmade organohalogen compounds like chlorofluorocarbons and bromofluorocarbons. The main source of these halogen atoms in the stratosphere is photodissociation of chlorofuorocarbon(CFCs) compounds, commonly called freons, and of bromofluorocarbons compounds known as halons.

Unlike ozone, these compouds are highly stable in the earth’s atmosphere. When these compounds reach stratosphere, there by the action of ultra-voilet rays, Cl and Br radicals gets seperated. These free radicals then catlyse a chain reaction capable of breaking down over 100000 ozone molecules. As a result ozone molecules lose their property of absorbing ultra-voilet radiations.

In 2009, nitrous oxide was the largest ozone depleting substance emitted by humans.

EFFECTS ON HUMAN BEINGS

When ozone molecules will lose their property of absorbing harmful ultra-voilet rays, then it is obvious that these harmful rays will reach the earth’s surface. As a result UV-B radiation levels will increase. The consequences of this will be an increase in skin cancer and sunburns will be common by that time. There will be an increase in genetic damage in humans.

This will also damage the plants life and reduction of plankton population in the ocean’s photic zone.

The incresed ultra-voilet levels on earth’s surface also represents an increase in vitamin D levels. Vitamin D has cancer preventive effect, which is possibly a benefit for humans.

But scientifically speaking, threats will overweigh the benefits. So it is upto you to decide, what to choose.