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Friday, February 19, 2010

The better remedy for mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes live in wooded, grassy areas and over lakes and ponds. Rarely, they can transmit disease, such as the West Nile virus, which can cause inflammation of the brain, says David Kimberlin, M.D., a pediatric-infectious-diseases specialist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

He recommends to dab hydrocotisone cream, alamine lotion or a basing-soda paste onto itchy bites. A cool compress may help too. Furthermore, consulting your doctor if bites become infected or is your child develops a fever or a bad headaches is also a must.

Furthermore, keep your child indoor at dusk, when mosquitoes are most active. Apply repellent to her skin, and when it's very buggy out, try to dress in pants and a long-sleeved shirt, Kimberlin added.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Women should take magnesium.

Magnesium is essential for energy production, smooth muscle and nerve function, heart rhythm, a healthy immune system, normal blood pressure and strong bones. Not having enough magnesium puts a person at risk for migraines and fibromyalgia and can also lead to PMS, menstrual cramps and osteoporosis, according to Tori Hudsun, N.D., nautropathic doctor and medical director of A Woman's Time clinic in Portland, Ore.

This mineral can be found from food life nuts, seeds, dark-green vegetables, unrefined grains and soy. Recommended daily intake is 310 mg. Furthermore, avoiding caffeine and alcohol is a must because they can deplete magnesium.

Hudson says, "Healthy women rarely need more than daily recommended value of magnesium." On the other hand, female athletes, too, need extra magnesium for energy metabolism and protein synthesis. "If you're active, you can't go far without it. If taking supplements, select one that has B Vitamins or calcium combinations, which go hand in hand with magnesium absorption," Hudson added.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Vaccines don't cause autism.

Because of fears about autism, more parents are choosing not to vaccinate their kids. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 131 reported cases of measles in the U.S. between January and June, 2008 which resulted the highest number in 12 years. The cause? More than half of the children who got sick hadn't been vaccinated due to their public-health crisis. However, study after study had shown that vaccines don't increase a child's autism risk. Therefore, parents should not worry.

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Oversize Specs: Protect wrinkle-prone skin.

Oversize shapes are hotter than ever and they help protect the delicate, wrinkle-prone skin around your eyes. For tips on finding your more flattering pair, Jess Zaino, style expert fro HSN and the Style Network says, "Choose frames that are the opposite of your face shape. For example, if you have a round face, you'll look better in square frames and vice versa."

In order to get the best fit, smile and raise your eyebrows when you try on sunglasses. He added, "It's also smart to shop for new shades in an optical or a specialty store, since the folks there will adjust the frames for you on the spot for free is your dream pair is a little loose or crooked.

Thus, glasses with a lot of fancy embellishments tend to look cartoonish. Sleek-wrapped frames or contoured styles that conform to your have are a more sophisticated choice, Zaino advised.

Friday, February 5, 2010

Sunscreen and SPF Lip Protection for your kids.

"Skin cancer on the lips can be more dangerous than skin cancer of other parts of the body since it's more likely to spread," says Jody Alpert Levine, M.D., New York City dermatologist. She recommends applying a balm with SPF 30 or higher every two hours (zinc oxide is most protective). She added, "Avoid glosses which can actually attract the sun's rays and worsen sun damage."

Thursday, February 4, 2010

New Clue to Infant Deaths (SIDS).

Babies who die from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), also known as cot death or crib death make low amount of message-carrying brain chemical serotonin needed to regulate sleep, breathing, heart rate, US researchers said.

The tissue came from the medulla, a region at the base of the brain that regulates basic functions such as body temperature, breathing, blood pressure and heart rate. Dr. Hannah Kinney of Harvard Medical School and Children's Hospital Boston and colleagues found that serotonin levels were 26 percent lower in tissue from babies who died of SIDS than those who died from other causes, and they also found low levels of the enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase, which is needed to make serotonin.

"We have known for many years that placing infants to sleep on their backs is the single most effective way to reduce the risk of SIDS," says Dr. Alan Guttmacher, director of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, which funded the study. That's why, US researchers hope the study will lead to a test that measures a baby's serotonin levels, making it possible to identify children at highest risk for SIDS. Thus, to avoid the high risk of SIDS, parents and caregivers should put infants on their backs to sleep, avoid keeping rooms too warm and keep loose blankets and pillows away from infants.