Clothing May Have A Major Influence On Your Health

Exercises, balance diet, rest well - we already know these steps are essential to staying healthy, but the clothes on our back might be just as much to blame for making us feel less-than-stellar. From skin rashes to spinal misalignment and cancer to communicable diseases, clothing may have a major influence on well-being.

Clothing and accessories

Underwear

We get that VPLs (that’s visible panty lines) are the worst. But while studies on the topic aren't plentiful, docs say thongs can carry bacteria from the back door to the front, causing yeast infections and UTIs. Women who are prone to these infections may want to swap their skimpy panties for something a little less mobile. Fabrics like silk and nylon may also prevent moisture down under from wicking, causing irritation. Opt for cotton instead for healthy, happy lady-bits.

Undies

Synthetic fabrics

Not all synthetic fabrics go straight into the “no” column, but some are more skin-friendly than others. Man-made fabrics—like polyester, nylon, and spandex—and wool may cause skin irritation, known as dermatitis. While most natural fabrics and nylon are breathable, silk and many synthetics are not, and wearing them can lead to athlete’s foot or other irritation or fungi due to trapped moisture. Check clothing tags for anything non-natural and nix it if it causes a rash.

Synthetic fabrics

Tight jeans or briefs

The heat from the body could harm The sperm if the testes are held too close, but studies have never actually proven this theory true. The potential damage would be temporary. Consider clothes that give the boys some room to breathe. Natural fabrics, like cotton, may also help testes stay cooler.

Tight jeans

Secondhand clothes

There was concern back in 2009 that regulations affecting the resale of used clothing (i.e. at thrift and consignment stores) suggested they may contain harmful chemicals. The CDC says people can reduce the risk of infection from diseases like HIV and MRSA with regular laundering. So, when in doubt, simply wash away the germs after buying used clothes.

Second hand clothes

Cheap Jewelry

Those pretty baubles (or manly chains and studs) can lead to the development of a nickel allergy if they’re made from metals that contain it. The best way to avoid allergic reactions—including rash, itching, and redness—is to choose hypoallergenic jewelry made from metals like surgical-grade stainless steel, titanium, 18-karat yellow gold, and sterling silver.

Jewelry allergies

Piercings

It’s not just jewelry that can create health problems. Piercings themselves can also cause a slew of other health issues—from keloids, caused by an overgrowth of scar tissue, to blood-borne diseases like HIV and Hepatitis B and C. Whether the piercings are in earlobes or in other, more scandalous locales, go to a reputable, health-department certified piercer for any new piercing. Studies have also found the number of piercings may contribute to the severity of an allergic reaction, so it’s worth limiting new holes after experiencing a reaction.

Piercings

High heels

It’s no newsflash that heels hurts. But studies have shown wearing heels two inches or higher for extended periods can cause muscle fatigue, muscle shortening, and tightness in the Achilles tendon. Another study found walking in 3 1/2-inch heels causes more bone-on-bone movement in the knees than walking barefoot—researchers felt this may even explain why women have a higher incidence of osteoarthritis in the knees than men do. Heels could also sabotage posture, leading to muscle pain and headaches. Studies didn't reveal what it would take to reverse damage from wearing high heels, but cutting back their use and swapping in supportive flats could help. So could wearing platform heels, which place the foot at a slightly better angle (though it’s still not an ideal solution).

High heels

Shoes that don’t fit

Shoes that don't fit could be to blame for almost any foot ailment. Loose ones can cause corns and calluses, while too-tight shoes could cause bunions and in-grown toenails, not to mention painful swelling known as metatarsalgia. Swapping shoes is enough to treat many of these issues, but if pain persists, it may be time to pay doctor a visit.

Too big shoes

Heavy bags

Carrying an uneven load can cause back pain, but purses aren't the only bags that may be at fault. Studies have shown backpacks that weigh a mere 15-17 percent of body weight (that’s 18 pounds for a 120-pound person or 30 pounds for a 200-pound person) can cause back pain and spinal misalignment. Try easing the load whenever possible (does the laptop really need to commute back and forth every day?), distributing some weight to the arms, or using a rolling bag.

Heavy burdens

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5 Reason To Keep Your Mom Happy

“Why has John Michael not been scheduled for his summer school health class?” Suddenly, all accusatory eyes swooped in on me. Wait a minute! Why am I to blame if he has not yet been scheduled? Can someone else take charge? Instantly, I begin to feel my frustration rising. The kids know my scrunched-up “angry face” needs no words. I know what they are thinking: “Do not make Mom Angry! If Mom is not happy, no one will be happy.” And, boy, they are right.

Angry Mother

Fighting the frustration and trying my best not to display emotional distraught, I remember a study from Pediatric and Child Health that emphasizes the importance of stable emotional maternal balance.

This led to compile a list of 5 reasons why you need to keep your Mom happy:

1. According to study. one in every 10 children has a depressed mother. Mother’s Day is not a once a year event, family. It is every day! She works hard to maintain the household and is the glue that keeps your family calendar events organized and deserves special thanks on a regular basis. A daily hug and a “thank you” are generally enough. Hugging releases oxytocin which makes us feel better and may be beneficial in relieving stress and reducing depressive symptoms.



Give mom a hug

2. Studies show that children with depressed mothers have increased psychiatric disorders. The negative psychiatric symptoms in the children decreased with effective medical attention and treatment of the mother’s depression. Interestingly, paternal depression had less impact on children’s mental health and the treatment of depressed fathers resulted in very little improvement in the children’s psychiatric symptoms. It is highly important to ensure both parents are nourished with appropriate medial attention for the any mental health illness. The importance of maternal health, however, cannot be overlooked.



Negative Impact on Children's mental health

3. Maternal depressed mood either before or after having children is linked to decreased cognition and language development in their children. Early attention to and management of any parental mood disorder should be addressed as soon as possible.
4. Infants of non-depressed mothers used healthier forms of emotional regulation versus infants of depressed mothers. Learning to cope with stress is an important part of normal physiologic development. Children thrive in mentally healthy environments. Keep Mom happy!



Give mom a kiss

5. Infants of depressed mothers used less mentally healthy and more internally directed strategies. When infants were exposed to experiences mimicking maternal depression, they resorted to detrimental methods of self-soothing behaviors. These less healthful reactive habits were thought to be potential barriers to developing future healthy social skills. Watch for maternal depression and manage it early.

Not to be all doom and gloom, there is good news. Children whose depressed mothers received one year of treatment had improved general functioning and reduced psychiatric symptoms. The importance of professional medical attention with medical intervention cannot be overlooked.

Of course, most upset moms are not depressed; they are just a little rattled from the busy days. Mom keeps you on time for appointments, school events, soccer tournaments, and band concerts (among many other events). Please keep her happy. Don’t forget that Mother’s Day is on the horizon; but more importantly, remember that every day should be a mother’s day.

Wish you a happy Mothers Day

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30 Ways To Tackle Sleeping Disorder

Insomnia is defined as the inability to fall asleep, remain asleep, or get the amount of sleep an individual needs to wake up feeling rested. Its symptoms include difficulty falling asleep, frequent wake-ups during the night, waking up too early in the morning, daytime sleepiness, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Insomnia can be acute (lasting one to several nights) or chronic (lasting from a month to years). It’s also the most common sleep complaint among Americans (especially women) .

I cant sleep!

Trouble sleeping is often a symptom of another disease or condition, such as depression, chronic pain, medications, or stress, which might explain why it’s so common . Most often, insomnia stems from a combination of factors, including medical and psychological issues, scheduling issues, relationships conflicts, and behavioral factors (poor bedtime routines, physical hyperactivity, watching TV right before bed, etc.) .

1. Keep track.

Record how much and when you sleep, fatigue levels throughout the day, and any other symptoms. This serves two purposes: It can identify activities that help or hurt the chances of a good night’s rest, and it’s a useful tool for a doctor or therapist, should you decide to see one. 

Keep your record

2. Sleeping therapy.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia is a pretty common technique. Also called CBT-I, the therapy typically involves self-monitoring, mental strategies (like developing positive thoughts about sleep), and creating an environment that promotes sleep—and it’s been shown to improve sleep quality . Learn these strategies with the help of a therapist or with online guidance or books—both are equally effective ways of implementing CBT-I . 

Ayurveda way, another option

3. Establish a regular bedtime routine.

Find activities that help you wind down before bed, and stick to the same sleep-wake schedule, even on weekends.

4. Use the bed appropriately.

Beds should be reserved for sleep and sex—and nothing else. Bringing work into the bedroom is a sure-fire way to discourage sleep quality.

5. Choose the right mattress.

Uncomfortable bedding has been linked to poorer sleep quality, while a comfortable mattress can up the chances of a satisfying snooze .

Choose the right mattress

6. Quit Smoking.

Need another reason to quit? Smokers commonly exhibit symptoms of insomnia—possibly because their bodies go into nicotine withdrawal during the night .

Quit Smoking

7. Exercise early in the day.

Studies find moderate aerobic activity can improve insomniacs’sleep quality. For best results, exercise at least three hours before bedtime so the body has sufficient time to wind down before hitting the sack.

Exercises

8. Cut down caffeine.

It’s tempting to reach for coffee when we’re tired after a poor night’s sleep, but drinking caffeine can make it harder for us to fall asleep at night, creating a vicious cycle. Try limiting caffeine intake to earlier in the day so it’s out of your system by bedtime.

Cut the caffeine

9. Don’t drink alcohol right before bed time.

Alcohols might seem like an obvious choice for calming down before bedtime, but it can actually disrupt sleep cycles later in the night. You don’t have to give up the good stuff completely; just drink it with dinner (around 6 o’clock) and skip the nightcap.

Alcohol before sleep disrupt sleep 

10. Minimize disturbing noises.

If external noises are beyond your control (a busy street outside the window, a neighbor’s barking dog), cover them up with the sound of a bedside fan, a white noise machine, or other musics that help us sleep.

11. Take your Nap correctly

Just 10 to 20 minutes of napping during the day can help us feel rested (and improve our creativity and memory, to boot!) . But try to avoid napping after 3:00 or 4:00 pm, as this can make it harder to fall asleep at bedtime .

12. Don’t over use your brain before bed time.

Don’t work, watch stimulating TV shows, read complex material, or think too hard—about anything—before bedtime; working out the brain keeps the body awake.

13. Try a hot bath or shower before bed time.

Stepping from warm water into that pre-cooled bedroom will cause body temperatures to drop slightly, which can trigger sleepy feelings by slowing down metabolic activity.

14. Get outside.

Increasing natural light exposure during the day promotes healthy melatonin balance, which can help us get to sleep later in the day.

Take a sunbath

15. Try a hot bath or shower before bed time.

Stepping from warm water into that pre-cooled bedroom will cause body temperatures to drop slightly, which can trigger sleepy feelings by slowing down metabolic activity.

Take a hot shower

16. Eat for sleep.

Eat foods high in magnesium, like halibut, almonds, cashews, and spinach, and foods high in vitamin B complex, like leafy green vegetables, nuts, and legumes. Some experts also recommend taking supplements of taurine, vitamin B6, and magnesium.

17. Sip some hot milk.

Science doesn't necessarily back the idea that milk facilitates snoozing, but conventional wisdom might be strong enough that our minds still believe moo milk lulls us to sleep.

Milk improves sleeping quality

18. Brew some chamomile tea.

Studies find the humble herb can reduce anxieties, getting us into a better head space for sleep.

Herbs reduce anxieties

19. Turn off the screens.

The artificial (or “blue”) light emitted by screens can disrupt our bodies’ preparations for sleep by stimulating daytime hormones . Reduce exposure by turning off TVs, phones, and computers at least one hour before bedtime. Can’t MISS the Daily Show? At least dim a screen’s brightness, either manually or with the help of automated programs.

20. Avoid large meals late in the evening.

Jumbo meals before bedtime have been linked to trouble falling asleep. It cause acid re-flux and heartburn.

Supper are not recommended

21. Dim the lights two hours before bed.

According to one study, exposure to electrical lights during bedtime might negatively affect our chances at quality sleep. Assuming you don’t want to sit in the dark for hours, find the happy medium by dimming the lights as bedtime draws near. Also consider changing all light bulbs to “soft/warm” varieties with a color temperature less than 3,000 kelvins, all of which can reduce lights’ effects on our nervous systems.

22. Keep it dark and cool.

A dark, cool bedroom environment helps promote restful sleep. Use heavy curtains, blackout shades, or an eye mask to block lights for your sleeping. Also be sure to charge phones and laptops outside the bedroom—even this tiny bit of light can disrupt sleep. If you live in a studio or can’t get away from blue lights for any reason, consider making a (very small) investment in blue light blocking glasses.

23. Don’t try to sleep unless you’re sleepy.

Yes, it sucks when it’s 2 a.m. and you still don’t feel tired, despite knowing you need rest. But climbing into bed when you don’t feel ready for sleep is setting yourself up for failure. Instead, engage in relaxing activities (like gentle yoga and meditation or listening to soothing music) until you get the strong urge to snooze. If sleep hasn't come within 20 minutes, get back out of bed and try relaxing activities again until you’re sleepy enough to give it another go.

Forcing to sleep generating stress

24. Try relaxation techniques.

In one study, people who practiced meditation saw improvements in total sleep time and sleep quality. Other relaxation strategies—like yoga, deep breathing, and progressive relaxation—are also effective tools for promoting good sleep.

25.  Do some leg exercises.

We know; we told you not to exercise before bed. But apparently some easy leg lifts, squats, or your leg exercise of choice can help divert blood flow to the legs and away from the brain. This can help quiet the mind, making it easier to slip into dreamland.

26. Have sex or masturbate before bed.

Hey, anything for a good night’s rest. It actually relaxes our nerves and help us fall asleep.

27. Seriously: Count some sheep.

It might not work for everybody, but focusing on one thing can help the brain settle down, making sleep more possible. Not a fan of our woolly friends? Focusing on your breath (in, out, in, out) is also an effective way to chill out. Or bust out some of those relaxation techniques you practiced earlier in the evening—they're just as good of a resource in the wee hours.

Count the sheep or dog or cat or what so ever

28. Visualize yourself asleep.

Imagine yourself drifting in a blissful slumber while practicing deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation . Starting at one end of the body and working up or down, clench and then release each section of muscles for instant all-over relaxation.

29. See a doctor.

If you've tried everything and nothing’s worked, it might be time to consult a professional. A doctor can help rule out any sleep disorders and identify lifestyle factors or medications that might be getting in the way of a good night’s rest.

Consult your doctor

30. Accept insomnia for what it is.

Judgments (“I should be asleep”), comparisons (“my BF/GF/roommate is sleeping; why can’t I?”), and catastrophic thinking (“If I don’t get eight hours’ sleep tonight, I’ll mess up that presentation tomorrow, lose my job, and die tired and alone”) don’t do us any good. Make the night easier by accepting it for what it is, letting go of judgments, and being gentle with yourself. The silver lining? You just might get to see a glorious sunrise.

Wish you have a good night Sleep

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