Everybody knows that exercise and weight loss if needed, makes you feel and look better. In addition to that, it also helps you become healthy and maintain health. Also it is well known that if you exercise regularly, control your diet, and lose weight you will get a healthier heart and body. There are more benefits than the ones mentioned above when it comes to exercise and proper diet. There are other benefits from regular exercise and weight loss.

One of the additional benefits of exercise and weight loss is protection against osteoporosis, which is the disease that makes the bones brittle and weak with age. With osteoporosis bones become so brittle that they can break very easily. People with osteoporosis can break their bones simply by just falling to the ground. So people with osteoporosis should be very careful and consult with a doctor.
Different activities such as jogging, walking, and the use of the elliptical machine have been proven to strengthen the skeletal system and lower the risk of developing osteoporosis. The main reason for these different activities is that exercise that force the body to endure weight makes the bones denser over time in contrast to a sedentary lifestyle, in which the bones get brittle and weaker due to the simple fact that a lack of force is placed against them.

Specifically in women, low estrogen levels comes with menopause and or very irregular menstruation which can make the problem even worse as the bones weaken and lose a lot of their mineral content. The activities that people choose to participate in to lose weight or maintain health have also been shown to help prevent further development of osteoporosis, for those who have already been diagnose and received permission from their doctor.

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Sleep is considered to be vital for a healthy life and everyone is advised to get a sound sleep of eight hours a day. A sound sleep of eight hours is going to keep you energized all day long. Normally sleeping disorders are seen more in women than in men because women do not sleep well, they are easily awakened.
It gets really difficult for anyone to think or concentrate on something when they are not well rested. Sleeping disorders will not only affect the quality of sleep, but also affects the day to day living as well. This is seen more in women, and when you are not sleeping well, there are many other health issues that can bother you both emotionally and physically.

Here are a few reasons why women face sleeping disorders…
Although there is no one particular reason about why women are facing this problem more than men, there are several factors which could be the cause. It can be due to work shifts, family responsibilities, having newborn babies at home or many other things. Too much of stress, depression, medications, past life events, etc. can also be some of the reasons for sleeping disorders.
Another major reason for women to have sleep deprivation is pregnancy and the time between consumption and delivery. Yes, a pregnant woman undergoes many kinds of physical and mental changes during her pregnancy. The hormonal changes that take place in a woman’s body will affect her sleep. Menopause is the other stage in a woman’s life that is going to affect her sleep.
Here are a few remedies on how to overcome sleep disorders…
• You should always make sure that your bedroom is arranged in such a way that you love it. Yes, try changing everything possible in the room and make them comfortable for you.

• You should always make it a habit to sleep at the same time and then wake up at the same time.

• If you are really tired, then make sure that you take a warm water bath before you go to sleep.

• Do not take any naps or keep them as short as possible after the mid afternoon, because that may affect your sleep in the night.
Make some minor changes to your actual lifestyle and that will enable you to have wondrous progress to your health and sleep as well. Remember that there is nothing more important or refreshing than a good sleep after an exhaustive day of work.

You have to have a healthy heart for a healthy life. If you get heart disease then you will lose a lot in your health and life. It is essential that you eat healthy in life to maintain a healthy heart. Choose your food wisely so you can avoid heart disease. Your food should contain more fiber and less sodium, fat, and calories. You should eat meat, cheese, butter, and milk in smaller amounts because they have more fat. If you consume less sodium your blood pressure will decrease to some extent, which helps in avoiding the risks of heart disease. To decrease your weight you have to eat fewer calories. Eat more fiber. Some foods that contain fiber are fruits, vegetables and grains.

Another factor that leads to heart disease is a sedentary lifestyle. If you live this type of lifestyle, you should start doing some exercises that is designed to strengthen the heart. With the beginning of technological occupations, more people now than ever are working at desks and most of the time on computers. These people sit at the computers all day long with very little exercise. The only thing that is active is their brain and fingers. People with jobs like this should take breaks to move around which can be rejuvenating. Another bad habit that people do is try to relax by watching TV or sitting at a computer. Try to relax by taking a walk outside. Walking is a great exercise for the heart. Try walking for about 40 minutes a day, it can change your life.

To strengthen your heart you can do aerobic or cardiovascular exercises. Some of the aerobics exercises are jogging, skating, bicycling, and jump rope. You can do these exercises for 20 to 30 minutes a day for 3 to 4 days a week. It’s best to exercise every other day. This will help you to do your exercises regularly without getting tired. If you are overweight it is time for you to take some time out your day to exercise. This will help you obtain or maintain a healthy heart.

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The urinary system is responsible for eliminating waste from the body. If the body does not eliminate the waste, it will turn against itself and be poisoned from the excess waste. The bladder, Kidneys, and urinary ducts are a part of the urinary system that helps the body eliminates waste. Your kidneys play a crucial role in how the system functions. You can improve your kidneys function and your overall health by cleansing your kidneys.

The kidneys serve as a filter that gets rid of the toxins from the blood. Also the kidneys help the body maintain an appropriate fluid balance and manage the amount of electrolytes in the body. These are substances such as salts that will dissolve into ions when mixed with water. For good health you have to have the right balance of water and electrolytes in the body. If the kidneys are unhealthy then the rest of the body will be as well.
Every cell in your body produces a waste that is a result of your metabolism in action. This waste is scattered into your blood and continues on to your kidneys to be filtered out. Drugs and alcohol you may consume is filtered through your kidneys. When your kidneys are not functioning properly you may experience a pain in your lower back. Other symptoms for problems with the kidneys may be nausea, side pain, strong urine odor, cloudy urine, frequent urination, burning sensation when you urinate, and blood in the urine, which is serious. If you experience these symptoms consult with your doctor for more information and possible treatment immediately.
Some people get kidney stones, when their kidneys are not working properly. Kidney stones develop when the body is not breaking down protein properly and crystallized mineral deposits develop in the kidneys. Kidney stones can be very painful if they are eliminated through the urine and if they are huge. Kidney stones can block the urine from being eliminated out the body. Cleansing the kidneys will help break down any crystallized mineral deposits that may have developed in the kidneys.
You should start a cleansing routine for your kidneys to improve your overall health and kidney functions. Some of the ingredients and herbs that are used in a kidney cleanse are hydrangea root tincture, ginger root, unfiltered organic apple juice, bearberry, parsley, and gravel root. These are organic and will help break down any kidney stones that may have developed. Vitamin B6 and magnesium oxide may prevent any more kidney stones from developing in the future.

Drink more water to help clean the toxins that may have built up out of your kidneys. Expect to urinate more when you drink more water. By drinking more water for a couple of weeks, you will notice a change in how you feel. When you do not drink enough water you feel nauseated and sluggish. The extra water is giving the body what it needs to cleanse the toxins and allow it to function more efficiently.
Kidney functioning is very important to your health. Try a kidney cleansing and make sure they function properly.

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When you normally talk or hear about hair loss and baldness, you think about an image of a man 40 years or older. This happens, but as we all know this problem is not only faced by men. There are many women who are facing this problem. 40 percent of the people facing baldness are women.
Here are a few reasons why baldness may take place in women.
• Hormonal problems can be one of the reasons for baldness in women.
• Stress is another reason why you face severe hair loss and baldness.
• After some kind of surgery or childbirth, hair loss becomes one of the common problems in women.
• Another common reason why women face severe hair loss is due to the cosmetics or chemical based hair products that are used. Even while trying different kinds of hair styles, you will have to face this sort of problem.
Severe hair loss can be really worrysome and embarrassing, especially for women because that is going to reduce the confidence levels in women to face the public.

The best option to keep your hair safe and healthy is trying some mild shampoos and conditioners. You should never go for strong shampoos. When it comes to hair styles, it is always better to try to have a normal hair style than trying something which needs application of chemicals or usage of straightening irons, etc. Always make sure that you are not going for any damaging hair treatments until you grow your hair back, unless they are suggested by your doctor. Hair transplantation is also a good idea for those who have already lost their hair. You should also make sure that your diet is just perfect when you are facing hair loss problems, like eating green leafy veggies, vitamins and proteins. This would ensure that the rate of hair loss would decrease to a minimum.

Mushrooms are a high quality health food. They are low in calories, high in chitin, vegetable proteins, iron, Fiber, Zinc, Vitamins, Minerals, and essential amino acids. Mushrooms have been used a lot in traditional Chinese medicine. They are known to have great effects on promoting health and vitality. They increase your body adaptive abilities according to recent studies. The studies suggest that mushrooms are probiotic. They help the body strengthen and fight off illness by maintaining physiological homeostasis, which is restoring the body balance and natural resistance to disease and illness.

Agaricus Mushroom: In many places the agaricus mushroom is considered a health food because of its medicinal qualities. The agaricus mushroom is the most widely used mushroom in a lot of countries that consider it healthy and medicinal. The agaricus has been traditionally known as “god mushroom” because of its healing benefits to a variety of disorders. People have used this mushroom to treat various diseases and disorders including ones that’s related to the cardiovascular system, immune system, weight management, digestion, diabetes, cataracts, stress syndrome, hearing difficulties, chronic and acute allergies, diarrhea, chronic fatigue, disorders of the liver, and constipation.

Cordyceps Mushroom: The Cordyceps mushroom can be a wonderful stimulant for macrophage activity and making your immune system stronger to fight against viral and bacterial infection. According to clinical studies cordyceps can be successful in the treatment of arrhythmia, lung cancer, high cholesterol, poor libido/impotence, and chronic kidney failure. Also cordyceps can cause smooth muscle relaxation, which in return can be helpful for asthma, chronic coughs, and bronchial conditions.

Maitake Mushroom: The maitake mushroom is known for its health benefits and taste. This mushroom is also known by the name dancing mushroom. It’s called “king of mushroom” in japan. The mycelium and the fruiting body of the mushroom are used medicinally. Maitake mushrooms have been eaten for 3000 years in japan and china. In Japans past the maitake mushroom have been used for monetary value and was worth its weight in silver. It’s also has been used as an adaptogen and tonic. It was used to help promote wellness and vitality. Traditionally consuming the mushroom was believed to prevent cancer and high blood pressure. More research is being done for that matter. Laboratory studies show that maitake mushroom extract can inhibit the growth of tumors and stimulate the immune system of cancerous mice.

Reishi Mushroom: Studies suggest that Reishi can have several effective abilities which include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgestic, lowers blood pressure, antiviral through inducing interferon production, expectorant and antitussive, cardiotonic action through lowering serum cholesterol, liver (hepatitis)-protecting and detoxifying, protection against ionizing radiation, antibacterial, and anti-HIV activity. Reishi contains Iron, Calcium, and phosphorus, Vitamins C, D, and B-including pantothenic acid, which is needed for the adrenal glands and nerve function.

Shiitake Mushroom: Shiitake was called the “elixir of life” for centuries. It has been licensed in japan as an anti-cancer drug by the Japanese FDA. Lentinan has showed some effects on liver cancer, ovarian cancer, bowel cancer, stomach cancer, and lung cancer. Lentinan stimulates the production of natural killer cells and T lymphocytes and can increase the effectiveness of AZT in the anti-viral treatment of A.I.D.S. Shiitake is high in several anti-oxidants including uric acid, selenium, and Vitamin A,E, C, and D. Shiitake mushrooms may also lower serum cholesterol levels, increase libido, lower blood pressure in those with hypertension, stimulate the creation of interferon which has anti-viral effects, and its effective against hepatitis in some circumstances.
Yun Zhi Mushroom: Yun Zhi also known as the cloud mushroom has been used to reduce phlegm, strengthen bones and tendons, treat pulmonary infections, support liver health, promotes good health and vitality, help with immune function, and its high in vegetable proteins.

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There is a misconception that heart attacks are more common in men than women, but this perception has changed in the 1980’s. From this decade, the rate of women dying due to heart attack has increased and crossed that of men. It is identified that women of age 45 years and above have more chances of facing heart attacks or heart related diseases. Unfortunately, most women do not notice or care about the symptoms and as a result could face fatal results.

Knowing the symptoms of Heart attack in women…
The symptoms of heart attack in men are tightness in the chest, back pain, neck and jaw pain, chest pain, but the symptoms for a woman are different and much expressive. Generally, women will face heart attack 10 years earlier than that of men. Even when they see the symptoms at an early stage they tend to ignore them. It is very important for every woman to know their health status, especially once you reach the age of 40 years. Yes, knowing your sugar levels, cholesterol levels and blood pressure levels are very important. This is going to help you in some extent to know about the chances of getting a heart attack and if there are chances they could be avoided beforehand with less painful treatments.
• Bleeding before and after the periods
• Peculiar changes in the texture or color of the skin
• The occurrence of blood either in urine or excrement
• Sudden weight loss
• Heartburn when excess food or alcohol is consumed or when there is too much stress
• Continuous attack of cough, fatigue and fever along with pains.
Do not neglect the symptoms because of your younger age. It is not always true that only women of age 45 years or above will be affected by heart attack. It is just that they are more likely to be attacked by heart attack, but people of younger age also can face this health issue. In fact I met someone a few months ago, that said they were 32 and already has suffered two heart attacks. A regular checkup and thorough awareness of the symptoms would help you prevent a heart attack. Moreover, there are cases of women who fought the disease with determination and stand out as inspiration for those who are willing to know more about the disease.

Most of us make a health resolution some time or another in our lifetime such as to quit smoking, join a gym, and lose weight. It is very common for us to set high goals, but according to experts making small goals can do more for our health. According to James O. Hill, small steps or goals are more easier to achieve and fit into your daily schedule.

Below are ten goals you may want to try or been thinking of:
1. Stop gaining weight. Stop at your ideal weight that is healthy. Adding on a pound or two every year can add up, so stop gaining weight.
2. Take more small steps. You can use a pedometer to help you count your daily steps. Then add 2,000, the same as one extra mile. Continue adding one thousand to two thousand steps each month or so, until you reach ten thousand steps on most days.

3. Try to eat breakfast every day. People who eat breakfast tend to have better diets and weigh less. For a filling and nutrition-packed breakfast, Try eating fruit slices and drink low fat or fat free milk.
4. Eat whole grain foods. The average American, eat less than one whole grain serving a day.
5. Eat at least one green salad daily. Eating a salad with low-fat or fat-free dressing may help you eat less during the main meal. It can also be a part of your five daily cups of vegetables and fruits.
6. Fat has a lot of calories, so cut the fat. Buy meats that are lean, try to eat poultry without the skin, eat lower-fat cheeses, and use a nonstick pan with only a tad bit of butter or oil.
7. Consume more calcium. Include two or three daily servings of low-fat or fat-free milk or yogurt. Calcium is great for stronger and healthier bones and may also help you lose weight.
8. Eat smaller portions. The smaller the plate or bowl, the less you will eat.
9. When you lose weight if you need to, the health benefits are great and include lower blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and triglycerides.
10. Journalize or take note of what you eat over the next few days and look for areas you need to work on. Often, just writing things down can help you eat less.

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Human beings face a lot of health issues today. Health issues are not the same for both men and women. Women need to treat their health issues differently from that of men. You should always be sure of your health status and also about the health issues with your age. This is going to help you in staying healthy; at least know about the issues in the early stage itself. So, in order to increase your health conditions, it is important to know maximum information about the health issues that may hit you at any time.

Here are a few common health issues faced by women of all age groups…
 Heart related diseases like heart attack takes the first place. Many people say that it is breast cancer that is risky for women, but no. Heart attack has become the most common ailment faced by women these days.
 Cancers take the second place in the list of most dangerous diseases in women. Among all the cancers, it is breast cancer, which is seen more in women.
 Stroke is another common health issue seen in many women. A stroke does not just disable you, but also can be cause for your death as well. Unfortunately women are facing this problem more than men.
 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder is also one among the top health issues faced by women. The habit of smoking is really dangerous and women who are having this habit are prone to having such kind of health issues.
 Diabetes is also very common in women these days. You should always know about your numbers and that will help you in staying away from this kind of health issue. It is seen in women of 20 years and above. So you don’t have to wait till you get older or pass your 40’s to check your sugar levels.
 Kidney related problems are also very common in women, however the rate is less when compared to men.
Making some kind of changes to the lifestyle and diet along with proper information about your health and your family health history can help you keep all these health issues at bay. As a result, you can live a complete life without having to face any troubles regarding health and enjoy the happiness of being a woman.

Skin allergies like eczema, hives etc. are very common problems. The main causes of these troubles are still unknown. However you can find plenty of medications at your local drug store that treat these allergies. The downside of these medications is that they may have the risk of side effects plus most of them are pretty expensive. How about treating the symptoms of skin allergies like redness of skin, itchiness and rashes naturally? Here we have a few effective home remedies to cure skin allergies in a safe and inexpensive way.
• Oatmeal: the anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory compounds found in oats works great for soothing itching and irritated skin. These natural moisturizers are also good for rashes and keep the redness at bay. You can simply soak yourself in an oatmeal bath, preparing it is very easy. Just pour a cup or two of plain, uncooked oat flour or rolled oats directly into the bathtub and your oatmeal bath is ready.
• Banana: swelling and inflammation on the skin due to some kind of allergy can be readily treated with a banana because of its antioxidant properties. This fruit is also loaded with potassium which helps in maintaining the fluid balance in the affected area of the skin. Simply eat the banana and instead of throwing away the peel, rub its inside on the affected skin and do not wash it for an hour. Repeat it several times a day to keep away itchiness.

• Green tea: Green tea is considered to be a promising source of anti-allergenic agents and is therefore used topically to cure many symptoms of skin allergies. If such symptoms appear in your sensitive area like your face, neck or genitals then you can soothe it topically with green tea. For this, prepare a strong cup of green tea by making use of two green tea bags. After steeping the tea bags for about 10 minutes, remove the tea bags and with the help of a cotton ball, apply the strong tea over the allergy spots. The symptoms are likely to reduce when applied frequently.
• Aloe Vera: aloe Vera is a good source of a strong anti-inflammatory component called B-sitosterol which effectively cures almost every kind of skin irritation and also healing sunburns. The anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of aloe Vera are also helpful in soothing the skin and restraining many infections. One of the best ways to apply aloe Vera is by breaking off a fresh leaf from the aloe plant and cutting it open to squeeze the gel directly onto the infected skin and rub it with your fingers.
• Sandalwood: if your skin allergy is accompanied with a burning sensation, then sandalwood is the best cure for this. This is not usually found in every household, but you can definitely look for a packet of powdered sandalwood at the local grocery store. Make a paste of this powder with water and apply on the infected skin to get an immediate relief from the burning sensation.

All of the above mentioned remedies are free of complex chemicals and also easy on the wallet, while treating the skin allergies efficiently.