Big plans this summer? While you are enjoying the summer, there are many things to watch out for.
According to WebMD.com, there are several dangers that peek out their heads during summer months more than other months.
* STING. The sting of a jellyfish is no skip in the park. If you do get bitten try to find a lifeguard who can put a special medication on the sting, if you can’t find the lifeguard, use vinegar, soda, urine or salt water to help.
* STING. If you are stung by a stingray it was probably caused by accidentally stepping on a stingray. Seek immediate medical care, immerse in hot water to remove the stingers, scrub with soap and water and apply any pressure to stop bleeding.
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Trying to lose weight but just can’t seem to keep it off? Do you have an iPhone? If so you are in luck! In such a technologically advanced society that we live in, naturally our technology has decided to help keep us healthier. After all the buzz on different apps to download these five are probably the most beneficial for your life.
According to CIO.com, a sales manager at a Napa Valley winery was having trouble losing weight until he discovered the Lose It! app on his iPhone. This man went from weighing almost 240 pounds to 185 pounds because of this app. Here are five iPhone apps that will help you live a healthier lifestyle:
* Lose It! Not only is this app free but it helps you stay on track by counting calories and imputing your fitness. You can track your weight and see if you are making progress. Others like this are: Calorie Counter Pro, Calorie Tracker and Nutrition Menu
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Has your skin seen too much sun lately? There are several different kinds of conditions that can transpire from overexposure to sunlight.
According to the DetroitFreePress.com, too much sunlight can lead to different types of skin irritations including:
1. Heat rash: usually caused by sweating profusely in the humid heat. Treat by keeping the affected area dry, use baby powder or anti-fungal spray which will help lessen the pain. Try wearing cotton when outside which will help your skin to breathe easier.
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Did you ever think that your over-the-counter drugs, food or perfume could increase your sensitivity to the sun? We need all the protection from sunlight that we can get.
According to WebMD.com, some medications and skin care products can actually increase your chance of becoming burned. Find out what those are, so you can avoid them…
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How often do you stretch? I bet before your run you do a fast, two minute stretch then on your way you go.
According to WebMD.com, that is wrong, wrong wrong. Static stretches strongly reduce exercisers strength. We have spelled out seven proper stretching techniques:
* Warm up! Never stretch your muscles when they are ‘cold’. Before any exercise go for a brisk walk or on the stationary bike for about five minutes to warm up the body by increasing blood flow.
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Has your child ever been misdiagnosed? Or has your child been given the wrong medication? Medication and kids are a sensitive combo.
According to USNews.com, a study in Vancouver found that it is quite common for children’s meds to be given incorrectly. Over 100 medication errors were made in 83 homes from December 07 to September 09, 73 of those errors could have caused serious harm to the child and 10 of them did cause injury.
Eight ways to steer clear of making any problems are:
- Do not memorize! Ask your pediatrician for written instructions on how to give your child their medication.
- Ask questions. If you do not completely comprehend what the doctor is saying, ask them questions. Be crystal clear on the medication by the time you leave the doctors office.
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Ever had a knee injury? It was either caused by a one-time acute injury or repetitive motions that stress the knee over time as we age.
According to Everydayhealth.com, there are steps to follow to avoid knee pain and injuries. Exercise is one of the main reasons that knees get injured.
Follow these tips to avoid knee injuries:
1. Keep off the extra weight
2. Wear proper-fitting shoes
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Do you have any children? If so then you probably understand the term: postpartum depression. The mother of your children may have been affected by this unfortunate condition, which overwhelms the post-pregnant mommy with anxiety, sadness and emptiness. New research has found that fathers are now being affected by this common condition as well.
According to Time.com, researchers at Eastern Virginia Medical school report that 10% of dads experience postpartum depression (PPD) after their child is welcomed into this world.
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What man doesn’t take pride in his manhood? Exactly. All. Of. Them. Most men have also heard of ED (aka erectile dysfunction) which they all want to avoid at all costs.
WebMD.com, has recommended some ways to help men steer clear of this predicament:
* Diet: for any part of your health, diet is very important. Men keep in mind any food that is bad for the ticker is bad for your man parts.
* Weight: packing on the pounds can introduce nerve damage to your penis
* Keep blood pressure and cholesterol low: these can destroy blood vessels which can lead to ED
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