Whether you’re an avid cyclist or just someone who likes to go out for an occasional bike ride, it’s important to prioritize your safety while on your journey. Mishaps can occur while biking along roads, trails and other areas, and you’ll want to do everything possible to keep yourself out of harm’s way. Following these four tips can help you stay safe while biking.
Try Bike Reflectors Bike reflectors reflect light from the sun and vehicle headlights, making you more visible to others. A reflector can be attached to the back and front of your bike. There are also reflectors that can be placed around the wheels to provide maximum visibility. Another option is to stick some reflective tape on your clothing or on parts of your bike so that you can be seen clearer in darker settings. While this may not seem like a stylish option, bikers are often missed by drivers because they move quickly and are smaller than cars. Reflectors for bikes are made of the same materials as those used for traffic cones, barriers, and even on vehicles. Because of this association, drivers will be more likely to instinctively avoid getting too close to your bike before they even fully register that there is a biker on the road.
Wear Bright Clothing Everyone should be wearing a helmet when on a bike, but helmets aren’t the only style choice that can increase your safety. Wearing bright clothing is another great way to make yourself more noticeable so that motor vehicles or other cyclists don’t collide into you. Fluorescent colored-clothing with yellow-green often works well when cycling during the day. Plain white can also be a good choice for day or night rides. You’ll be more visible in dimmer light by wearing an orange-red fluorescent color. Windbreakers and jackets made specifically for bikers are available on the market that intentionally incorporate these color schemes, some even including reflectors for maximum safety. Even when you are decked out in neon and reflectors, however, never take for granted that a car will stop for you. You are much more exposed on a bike than in a car and are much more likely to be severely injured in an accident than the driver, so it is especially important to use defensive techniques and to always be aware of your surroundings.
Use Hand Signs Unless you put electronic turn signals on your bike, you’ll want to use hand signs to let drivers, pedestrians, and other cyclists who are near you know what your next move will be. If you’ve ever had to deal with a car on the road that never uses a turn signal, you know how important indicating your intended direction is. If you don’t signal your intent, then cars will assume that you are going straight and act accordingly, potentially leading to a crash if you turn unexpectedly. DMV.org lists several hand signs that can be used for bikers and drivers whose turn signals aren’t working. Pointing with your left arm straight out to your left side will indicate that you want to turn left. You can also hold your left arm up and turn it to a 90-degree angle to signify a right turn. If you are already stopped at a stop sign, take a moment to make eye contact with the driver that will be crossing your intended route, just like you would as a pedestrian. In terms of rules of the road, make sure to remember that you are held to all of the same driving rules as cars, including following all of the same signs.
Plan Routes Ahead of Time Spontaneity can sometimes be a good thing in life, but not when you’re travelling upwards of 10-20 miles an hour on a bike. Stopping too frequently in or at the side of the road increases your likelihood of running complications with other vehicles, making it safer to know your route ahead of time, and also makes it easier to signal your intent if you already know where you’re going. If you don’t plan ahead, you also increase the chance of getting lost, running into rugged and unfamiliar roads that your tires are ill-suited for, or hitting areas of dangerously high traffic. You’ll also want to know how and where to get help if you are injured or your bike is disabled. In addition to mapping out your route in advance, you can bring a GPS tracker or use your cellphone’s mobile tracking system as a guide. Whether you bike habitually or just on occasion, make sure you travel with identification, emergency contact numbers, and relevant medical information like heart conditions or allergies in the event you are incapacitated. Selecting a personal injury attorneyahead of time can also make getting compensation for injuries simpler, as you won’t have to do research and compare service quotes during your recovery process.
You can avoid danger and enjoy a better bike ride by taking preventative measures to stay safe. It is much easier to enjoy your ride when you don’t have to worry about where you’re going or if you can be seen. Biking is extremely beneficial for your cardiovascular health and for maintaining a healthy level of toned muscle mass, and by taking care of your safety as well, you’ll be able to stay healthy and enjoy your riding experience to the fullest.
Apple, PC, HD, DM: No, we are talking about Healthcare! By Joshua Mansour, M.D.
I was in the hospital when I heard the word apple. Without hesitating I reached in my pocket to see if I had my phone. By the way, they were talking about the fruit, not the product. This got me thinking, has technology and our products now become more important than our health?
Technology surrounds us and has become a large part of how we live on a daily basis. I’m not saying that technology and its progression and evolution is all bad, but certain aspects may pose a health risk. I mean I am writing this article on my laptop right now to try and reach out and help others. Technology has served many positive aspects and revolutionized how we take care of patients today.
There used to be the common phrase “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. This may still remain true but in a different light. People have become so preoccupied with their gadgets that they are not taking the time to take care of themselves, let alone visit a doctor.
If I was to write the word apple on a piece of paper then ask someone about the word, I bet many people would think I was talking about the company. You wouldn’t think I was talking about the fruit the boasts antioxidants and fiber and may reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure, stroke, cholesterol, and diabetes. Oh, diabetes you say?
If I was to do the same thing with the letters DM, a person would be quicker to think I was talking about Direct Messaging someone on Instagram than Diabetes Mellitus. This disease, caused by an elevated level of glucose in your body that can lead to kidney disease, nerve damage, high blood pressure, eye problems, strokes, sexual health issues, and even HD.
That’s HD, as in Heart Disease, not the High Definition screen which with many people spend hours a day watching. Ironically, sitting for hours in front of an HD can eventually lead to the other type of HD. There is actually an increase in risk with sedentary behavior such as sitting for prolonged hours in front of your HD television and Heart disease.
Although the screen is now high definition, your eyesight is now not. Increased screen time can lead to a multitude of visual defects including, myopia (near sidedness), retinal damage, eye strain, and blurred vision-- the opposite of high definition, not to mention the headaches, neck, shoulder, and back strain associated with sitting and staring in the same position for hours at a time.
While technology in many ways has given us greater access to information and improved communication among others, our obsession with it can have detrimental effects on our health. Many of us use a Personal Computer (PC) every day, but when is the last time that we saw a PC (Primary Care) doctor?
The World Health Organization posted an article over a decade ago warning people that a sedentary lifestyle can be one of the top ten leading causes of death and disability in the world. Physical inactivity as a whole not only increases mortality, but can severely increase the risk of heart disease (HD), Diabetes Mellitus (DM), obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Physical inactivity can lead to poor diet and nutrition as well. It is a slippery slope with a downward spiral that studies have now shown can even increase your risk of cancer. The America Cancer Society indicates that about 1/5 of all cancer deaths in the United States each year are linked to excess body weight, poor diet, excessive alcohol intake, and decreased physical activity. Although there are genetic factors as well as cellular factors that continue to be discovered play a role, there is no denying that a healthy diet and physical activity contribute to cancer prevention.
Instead of being outdoors, while indoors locked to our computer screens, we risk Vitamin D deficiency (recently shown to be linked to an increase in cancer) as well as, again, an inactive and sedentary lifestyle. While sitting indoors many of us will eat processed food or snack on food high levels of nitrates or sodium, that have been linked to several deleterious health effects, including cancer. At the same time, we will binge eat, while multitasking on our devices, and lose sight of portion control. As I said, it’s a slippery slope.
So, the next time you find yourself spending too much time in front of a screen, think about your health and what you may be doing to your body. After all, we each only get one.
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HIIT Workouts Are A HIT for Millennials Who Lack Time or Money for Fitness
www.vshred.comVince Sant, Millennial Fitness Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of V Shred Shares Expert InsightsMillennials commonly referred to as “generation stress” would benefit most from a steady workout routine. Yet, according to a survey conducted by the American College of Sports Medicine in 2019, 50% claim to be too busy to exercise and 35% admit to a lack of motivation. Of the ones who do try to work out, they don’t want to be tied to expensive memberships at massive gyms. They prefer a smaller studio experience and at-home workouts leading to the growing popularity of online portals and fitness apps. To serve up some tips specifically for millennials looking to shred up, is Vince Sant male model, Certified Fitness Trainer, Millennial Fitness Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of the V Shred online fitness portal currently “blowing up” online. With over 600k followers on Instagram and over 800k You Tube Subscribers, Vince is a legit fitness influencer committed to offering fellow millennials fast, efficient, workouts that they can stick with that deliver visible results.Here are Vince's Tips...1. Do a quick HIIT High-Intensity Interval Training(HIIT) is all over social media featuring workouts that combine short bursts of intense moves done for a shorter amount of time, followed by a short rest. These bursts get the heart pounding fast and can boost cardio-respiratory health in less time. When you do 8 burpees in 20 seconds, knee raises for 20 seconds, then a 20 second rest. Then you do jumping jacks for 20 seconds, push-ups for 20 seconds, rest for 20 seconds, and then repeat the circuit for 10 minutes, you will see how fast it goes and how your breathing becomes heavier as your cardiovascular system is being challenged.Vince Sant explains that “Millennials want to see fast results. We are used to immediate gratification so when you feel your body firming up and notice clothes fitting differently within a few days, you’ll be more likely to stick with it.”2. Create an at-home mini gym that won’t break the bank.According to Vince, whose V Shred fitness program can be done in the gym or at home, you can get away with zero equipment but if you want to take it up a notch, there are a few must-haves.. 2 dumbbells (5, 10 and 20 pounds, for beginners), resistance bands and a work out mat. “You don’t need to get too fancy with contraptions and complicated machines shown on TV. You can get a lot accomplished with these basic things that aren’t expensive at all,” says Vince. 3. No Equipment No Problem! Check out this popular YouTube video of Vince demonstrating at-home moves using your own body resistance that can be done in under 5 minutes. 4. Create time by being body efficient.HIIT exercises can be done within 5 minutes right in your home so time isn’t really an issue. You want to think in terms of seconds. Each move done for 25 seconds, adds up to a fast chunk of minutes. You become much more efficient and body confident as you see what you can accomplish within 90 seconds. “Imagine if all you did to get started the first week was a 20-second plank, followed by 5 push-ups, then a 30-second plank, then 30 seconds of jump squats daily before your shower. That’s less than 2 minutes and you can always increase each week,” encourages Vince.5. Pay attention to your breathing. Muscles need oxygen to operate at full capacity. You really want to inhale during the easier part of the move then exhale when more strength is required. “In the case of squats, you would inhale on the way down, exhale on the way up. It’s amazing how many people aren’t breathing correctly, then feel tired or even dizzy when working out. Don’t be afraid to breathe deeply. Your body needs the oxygen and the more it needs, the more work you’re getting done,” says Vince.6. Bash through boredom by with fun, fast supersets.Supersets call for doing multiple exercises back-to-back. “This not only helps the workout go by quicker, but it also bumps up the number of calories burned. When doing full-body workouts, to maintain a high intensity and get the most out of pairing exercises back-to-back, alternate between upper and lower body movements. That way, one muscle group is always recovering while the other is working. An example of a superset is 10 squat jumps followed by 20 seconds of tricep dips, 20 seconds of mountain climbers, then 15 bicep curls. You can do 4 reps of these supersets and feel that burn within 5 minutes. 7. None of it matters without the diet. A lot of millennials use food as their motivation thinking they can eat whatever they want if they just work out. While it’s true that millennials have younger and faster metabolisms, they are also part of a generation exposed to high fructose corn syrup and supersized everything. “Eating well, along with daily workouts are what maintains your results, and you want to plan 10 years out. If you want to look and feel amazing well into your 40’s, then what you do at 25 and 30 will establish the lifestyle necessary for a long-term gain,” Vince says. He humorously adds, “Fitness is 20% exercise and 80% nutrition, you can’t out-run your fork.”About V Shred: V Shred is the fastest growing fitness and nutrition brand in the world offering online training programs designed to put the fun back into fitness and nutrition. V Shred provides a results-driven enduring lifestyle change instead of a frustrating battle that is easy to give up on. With a support network comprised of trusted accredited advisors and virtual personal trainers, people meet their fitness, nutrition, and goals. The company, co-founded in 2015 by Nick Daniel, Roger Crandall, Kevin Pearn, and Vince Sant, sought out to create a healthy fitness movement specifically designed to deliver profound changes in your body with the minimal amount of workout time. V Shred has created some of the world's most popular fitness and nutrition programs such as Fat Loss Extreme for men and women, Toned in 90 Days for women and Ripped in 90 Days for men. The diet that accompanies the workouts in these comprehensive fitness programs, offers plenty of healthy food options and recipes. V Shred’s supportive coaches encourage “portion empowerment” which inspires people to eat and enjoy food knowing it’s the fuel they need to achieve the results they seek. V Shred is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information visit http://www.vshred.com
Without Bees, Our Food and Flowers Will Look Like These
CALGARY, Feb. 14, 2019 /CNW/ - The honey bee ecosystem is fragile and given honey bees are the world's most significant species of pollinator, it's vital that we protect them. One in three bites of food we eat is made possible by bees, so without them, we'd be saying goodbye to our morning coffees, avocado toast and more! What if you could contribute towards a positive bee environment while digging into a little pot of gold? Enter Drizzle Honey, the everyday luxury honey that focuses on local and sustainable beekeeping and might just be your secret ingredient in the kitchen.
Founder Aja Horsley is an environmental scientist-turned-entrepreneur that came to appreciate the increasing urgency to support sustainable beekeeping efforts. "Drizzle proudly sources its honey from apiaries across Alberta which not only keeps the honey completely raw and bee-friendly but also supports local beekeepers," says Aja.
"Our hives are placed strategically so that the bees are far away from pesticides while staying close to diverse floral sources which, in turn, means healthier bees," says Aja. "All in all, we love our bees and it's important that consumers purchase their honey from beekeepers that focus on their welfare as much as they do their output." Drizzle continues to support a bright future for local bee populations by donating funds towards science-based pollinator research through Pollinator Partnerships.
To this day, both imported and Canadian honey companies blend the collected honey from all their hives to maintain a consistent taste year-round. As showcased in the Netflix Documentary, Rotten, many companies cut their honey with corn starch without informing the consumer. Unlike their competitors, Drizzle is proud to offer raw honey that is never filtered or heated while showcasing the unique flavour and colour of different hive locations.
Approved and invested in by local business mogul, Arlene Dickinson, the notion that luxury honey is reserved for tea and toast is passé and Drizzle is challenging that with a robust superfood collection like turmeric and ginger.
Forget the flowers and give the gift of cooking for your sweetie by making our Honey Butter Popcorn on your next movie night. Your honey will love the treat while ensuring there is delicious honey and beautiful flowers for generations to come. Pick up your Arlene Dickinson approved jar of Drizzle at 23 Calgary Co-ops and more.
Created in 2014 by Queen Bee, Aja Horsley, Drizzle is a raw, bee-friendly honey that supports Canadian beekeepers. The proudly all female-run business is now changing the way the world uses honey by making innovative, health-conscious products that contribute to bee-friendly initiatives and social prosperity. Through its robust product line, Drizzle is on a mission to let the world know honey is an everyday luxury you can feel great about.
Hemophilia of Georgia names Edith A. Rosato, R.Ph., Chief Executive Officer
National search secures experienced nonprofit, healthcare executive to lead Atlanta-based statewide organization
Atlanta, February 13, 2019 – Hemophilia of Georgia (HoG), the premier organization in Georgia dedicated to providing services and support for people with inherited bleeding disorders, announces the appointment of Edith Rosato, R.Ph., IOM, as its Chief Executive Officer, effective March 11.
Rosato will lead HoG’s dedicated team of professionals while growing the value of the organization to those with inherited bleeding disorders, donors, sponsors, partners and other stakeholders. She will lead efforts to expand relationships with Hemophilia Treatment Centers, federal and state legislators, and the broader bleeding disorders network.
“Edith’s strategic vision and distinguished career in healthcare and nonprofit management make her the perfect choice to lead Hemophilia of Georgia into the future,” says Tom Singh, a Senior Vice President and Senior Resident Director with Merrill Lynch who is HoG’s Chief Governance Officer. “Her strong commitment to our mission and deep knowledge of pharmacy operations will serve our community well and advance our strategic objectives. We’re thrilled to welcome Edith aboard.”
Singh further notes that Rosato is a results-driven executive with strong advocacy and coalition-building skills. She previously served as the CEO of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy and Board Chair of its foundation, where she grew the budget to $12 million and the staff to 45. Prior to that, she served as President of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation and Senior VP, Pharmacy Affairs for the association. She also held key positions with Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, and started her career with CVS, moving from registered pharmacist manager to a corporate role at the company’s headquarters.
“As a veteran of the healthcare association world, I’m excited to join Hemophilia of Georgia,” Rosato says, “and continue my commitment to expand access to quality healthcare services. In particular, I am eager to advocate for and work to ensure those with bleeding disorders have ready access to the support, resources and tools they need, enabling them to live as normally and productively as possible.”
Hemophilia of Georgia (www.hog.org) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing services and support for people who have hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, and other inherited bleeding disorders. The only agency of its kind in the state, Hemophilia of Georgia works to enhance clients’ care and quality of life while actively pursuing a cure through research funding. HoG serves more than 1,500 Georgians with inherited bleeding disorders. It is headquartered in Atlanta.
The search was conducted by association and non-profit search firm Vetted Solutions.
More about Hemophilia of Georgia
Hemophilia of Georgia is a trusted resource for medical providers and offers rewarding opportunities for volunteers and donors. Its nonprofit pharmacy provides convenient home delivery of clotting factor and other medications at competitive prices. HoG is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors, including individuals who have bleeding disorders. For more than 45 years, Hemophilia of Georgia staff has provided a wide range of programs and services including blood clotting products, home infusion training, education, and activities for people who have hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.
Rosato holds a bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from Temple University, is a registered pharmacist and holds a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute of Organization Management Certificate, as well as an Executive Healthcare Leadership Certificate from Thunderbird Graduate School of International Management. She was inducted into Temple University’s Gallery of Success for her professional achievements and her inspiration to pharmacy students, and was commencement speaker for Temple’s School of Pharmacy, Class of 2012. She is active in her profession through its membership and academic organizations, and works as a mentor. Away from work Rosato and her husband enjoy boating in their 38-foot cabin cruiser, gardening, history, international travel and their English-shorthaired pointer, Champ. (Full bio on request.)
Ankylosing Spondylitis Associated with Increased Risk of Blood Clot Condition
VANCOUVER, Feb. 13, 2019 /CNW/ - A recent study by Arthritis Research Canada scientists has revealed that individuals with ankylosing spondylitis (a type of arthritis that affects the spine, causes chronic back pain and most often affects men under age 40) are 53 per cent more likely to experience venous thromboembolism (VTE) – a blood clot that starts in a vein and can travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolism) – and 63 per cent more likely to have deep vein thrombosis (DVT) – a blood clot in the leg veins.
VTE is rare but potentially life-threatening and an increased risk of the condition has been demonstrated in other types of inflammatory arthritis, including psoriatic and rheumatoid arthritis. But there is very little evidence of its risk in patients with ankylosing spondylitis.
"Clinicians should have an increased awareness of this complication so that they can provide the best care possible to their patients," said Dr. Antonio Aviña-Zubieta, a senior scientist of rheumatology at Arthritis Research Canada and the study's principal investigator.
This population-based study used a large dataset encompassing almost the entire population of British Columbia and included outpatient and inpatient cases of ankylosing spondylitis, as well as information from primary care and specialist records.
"These results call for awareness of this complication, increased vigilance and preventive intervention by controlling the inflammatory process or by anticoagulation in a high-risk ankylosing spondylitis population," Dr. Aviña-Zubieta said. "We now need to study whether or not inflammation-decreasing treatment could reduce the risk of this condition."
Because the data in this study covers the entire spectrum of disease, it allows for generalization to the ankylosing spondylitis population as a whole.
Arthritis Research Canada is the largest clinical arthritis research centre in North America. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living with arthritis through research and engagement. Led by world-renowned rheumatologist, Dr. John Esdaile, Arthritis Research Canada's scientific team of over 100 are creating a future where people living with arthritis are empowered to triumph over pain and disability. Within British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec, Arthritis Research Canada is leading research aimed at arthritis prevention, early diagnosis and treatment, and quality of life issues.
SOURCE Arthritis Research Canada
VALENS GROWORKS INCREASES EXTRACTION CAPACITY SIGNIFICANTLY TO 240,000KG
New Capacity Makes Valens the Largest Third-Party Extraction Company in Canada
Kelowna, B.C., February 13, 2019 – Valens GroWorks Corp. (CSE: VGW, OTC: VGWCF) (the “Company” or “Valens”), a multi-licensed, vertically integrated provider of cannabis products and services focused on various proprietary extraction methodologies, distillation, cannabinoid isolation and purification, as well as associated quality testing, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its annual extraction capacity significantly to 240,000KG of dried cannabis input in order to prepare for customer demand for extraction services.
With this expansion, Valens secures the spot as the largest third-party extraction company in Canada. “We are building a footprint to not only meet the needs of our Canadian customers but meet the needs of the global cannabis marketplace,” said Tyler Robson, CEO of Valens GroWorks. “With edibles and concentrates becoming available later this year in Canada, we must be ready for a shift in consumer demand and in turn be flexible and scalable in our offerings for our clients to meet that demand.”
Valens is able to offer its customers a range of extraction services including crude oil, winterized oil, distillate, and isolate to meet their end product needs. “We have also expanded our product offerings to formulate and customize our clients’ products with regards to vape pens, edibles and concentrates, cannabis infused beverages, tinctures, and capsules as they become available,” Mr. Robson continued. “The evolution of cannabis in Canada is coming and we are going to be at the forefront.”
About Valens GroWorks
Valens GroWorks Corp. is a research-driven, vertically integrated Canadian cannabis company focused on downstream secondary extraction methodology, distillation and cannabinoid isolation and purification, as well as associated quality testing with three wholly-owned subsidiaries located in and around Kelowna, BC. Subsidiary Valens Agritech (“VAL”) holds a license to cultivate cannabis and produce cannabis oil under the Cannabis Act, as well as a license to conduct analytical testing for the cannabis industry. VAL currently has extraction processing and supply agreements with various leading producers across Canada. Subsidiary Valens Labs is a Health Canada licensed ISO 17025 accredited cannabis testing lab providing sector-leading analytical services and has partnered with Thermo Fisher Scientific to develop a Centre of Excellence in Plant-Based Science. Subsidiary Valens Farms is in the process of becoming a purpose-built facility in compliance with European Union (EU) Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards, ensuring the product from this facility can be exported anywhere in the world where cannabis
Stem cell therapy offers potential for thalassemia patients to have fewer blood transfusions, says GlobalData
The possibility of using hematopoietic stem cells to restore production of normal hemoglobin is being investigated as a potential strategy to reduce the number of blood transfusions for thalassemia patients.
Magdalene Crabbe, Pharma Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view:
“In clinical trials, stem cells from the bone marrow of thalassemia patients with the normal form of the HBB gene were transfected through a viral vector into their erythrocytes. The majority of patients (68.2%) no longer required monthly blood transfusions.
“Despite the positive trial results, the procedure is expensive and questions remain over the long-term effects of stem cell therapy on people with hematological disorders.
“Most thalassemia patients need regular transfusions to supply them with red blood cells that can carry enough oxygen, which can improve the patient’s prognosis. However this can result in a multitude of complications.
“Continued research efforts are needed to find ways to improve the life expectancy of these patients, and to also give them the opportunity to enjoy energetic activities that require the correct functionality of oxygen homeostasis machinery.”
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Amp Up V-Health this V-Day with Sea Buckthorn
SeabuckWonders Shares Recent Studies Showing Direct Benefits of Sea Buckthorn for Mucous Membrane Health Chicago, IL – February 13, 2019 – SeabuckWonders is providing some helpful information about women’s heath this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re in your 20’s or post-menopausal, this V-Day take some time to think about optimal V-health. One natural way to maximize vaginal health is with sea buckthorn. Sea buckthorn is a plant grown in the Himalayas that produces amazing berries jam-packed with antioxidants and omega fatty acids—including the rare Omega 7.
Many people suffer from dry or irritated mucous membranes. Oral supplementation of sea buckthorn berry oil can help with a number of chronic dryness related issues including vaginal dryness.
A recent study published on science-truth.com points out some interesting findings about how sea buckthorn can help support vaginal health.
Sea buckthorn berry and berry products, for instance juice and oils, have been shown to have a wide range of beneficial effects, of which promoting regeneration of skin and mucous membranes, improving immune functions, reducing oxidation, and strengthening cardiovascular health are highlighted.[1]
The study had some very positive results in the health of urogenital track mucous membranes, including the following conclusions:
• Oral application of Omega 7 sea buckthorn oil capsules considerably improved chronic vaginal inflammation in three severe cases.
• The positive effect observed did not take place through increase of circulating estrogen level.
• Based on the results of the present study and the effects shown in studies documented in literature, oral administration of sea buckthorn oil presents a promising alternative for treating chronic vaginal inflammation.[2]
Another study published on ScienceDirect.com focused on post-menopausal women and resulted in some very positive findings.
SB oil showed beneficial effects on vaginal health, indicating it is a potential alternative for mucosal integrity for those women not able to use estrogen treatment for vaginal atrophy.The improving effect on the integrity of the vaginal epithelium was most likely due to combined effect of the bioactive compounds in sea buckthorn oil, via mechanisms other than the activation of estrogen receptors. Due to the increasing number of women in postmenopausal state, and the risks associated with the standard treatment of vaginal atrophy with estrogen, there is a need for alternative means for maintaining healthy vaginal mucosa. [3]
As more and more women seek out natural products to support an array of health and beauty challenges, the sea buckthorn berry continues to grow in popularity. As a matter of fact, Dr.Oz nicknamed this super fruit the “miracle berry” due to its long list of benefits including:
* Cellular moisture/ dry cell conditions * Digestive support * Skin repair for cuts, wounds & burns * Vaginal health * Age defying *Cardiovascular support * Immunity boost * Healthy inflammation response
Please check out more information about sea buckthorn here.
.About SeabuckWonders SeabuckWonders was the first company to introduce sea buckthorn to United States consumers. Providing only Himalayan, USDA Certified Organic Sea Buckthorn oil for over 20 years. Consumers can depend on the highest quality sea buckthorn oils when choosing SeabuckWonders. The SeabuckWonders Difference What separates their products from other brands? SeabuckWonders products contain the highest amount of sea buckthorn oil compared to competitors. SeabuckWonders products are available at select retailers or online at: http://www.seabuckwonders.com/products/
A VALENTINE FOR A CAREGIVER
By Peter Rosenberger
Of the 43.5 million of those providing unpaid care to an adult or child in the last year, AARP shares that 60 percent are women. Following a somewhat exhaustive search, no data seems to exist reflecting how the laundry and household chores are divided between men and women. Based upon calls to my show and conversations had with many male caregivers, however, a growing trend seems to show that while their wives struggle to care for an aging parent, many men seem to overlook the growing pile of laundry in the home—as well as other things.
In addition, the iron seems to fall into disuse during lengthy caregiving stints. While food arrives in the home via carryout or delivery, the pantry itself lacks basics being restocked. If made, the beds don’t often see fresh linens, and the bathrooms …well, let’s just say that they don’t reflect a “freshness.”
For a wife following a heartbreaking day of watching a parent (s) slip away, arriving home to an untidy house, piles of laundry, a packaged meal, and a bathroom that, well …, only adds to the weariness.
As the baby-boomer population ages, the strain on American households will only increase. Shared responsibilities must become a conversation topic for the family unit. If not, resentment is only a hamper away.
To their credit, many men seem sincere in adapting to tasks previously assumed or regulated by women. The conversation about household chores among the sexes, however, is not about gender equality. It’s about love and consideration. Serving as a caregiver wears on the soul and body in ways only understood by those who’ve punched that clock. Years into the role, the little things increase in value to the family caregiver. Folded laundry, a clean bed, heart-healthy home-cooked meal, a well-stocked pantry, and timely paid bills.
All too often on Valentine’s Day, the traditional gifts of chocolate, flowers, dinner out, and sometimes lingerie serve as the expressions of love. For a caregiver, however, those things seem perfunctory or sometimes meaningless. Imagine crying your eyes out after bathing or wiping your mother who lives with dementia —and who curses at you while doing so, and then going home to a messy house and a needy husband.
What about that cries out “romance?” For that matter, how does it even reflect love?
Caregivers want to be seen. They want their pain acknowledged, and they don’t want platitudes or the low-hanging fruit of customary gifts. Picture instead, wonderful chocolates resting on a clean pillowcase in a freshly made bed. Or a beautiful bouquet of flowers in a scrubbed and sparkling bathroom. Instead of lingerie, men …lay out the most comfortable pajamas she owns.
Planning a meal requires a bit of effort. Simply firing up the grill isn’t enough. Setting a proper table and serving heart-healthy meals that reflect thoughtfulness and observation of what your spouse enjoys. When serving dinner, the keyword is “serving,” and cleaning is just as important as cooking. The task remains unfinished until the kitchen and/or dining room are restored to pristine condition.
Loving without expecting represents a higher form of love. Seeing and meeting the need without requiring recognition or even a “thank-you” expresses a deeper awareness and character. In the case of a caregiver, the greatest expression they may be able to give is to fall asleep while you tuck them into bed. Their rest can be all the recognition the spouse or partner of a caregiver needs.
February 14 becomes just another day when bent under the grief of caring for an impaired loved one. Yet that same day can signify a milestone in any relationship when a supporting partner pushes past the stereotypes and steps into a level of love that many desire, but few have the courage to offer—or receive.
A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all the difference. – Winne the Pooh (A.A. Milne)
Peter Rosenberger hosts a radio program for family caregivers broadcast weekly on more than 200 stations. He has served as a caregiver for his wife Gracie, who has lived with severe disabilities for more than 30 years. He is the author of several books including Hope for the Caregiver @hope4caregiver
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