Category: Health

Jan 14 2010

Causes of Eye Itching

Itchy eyes can be a very annoying problem. If you are suffering from consistently itchy eyes, you may be wondering what is causing this problem. Here are some of the most common causes of itchy eyes.

Allergies

Allergies are a very common cause of itchy eyes. Those who regularly suffer from seasonal allergies should be aware of this. Keep in mind that allergies can affect you at just about any time, but most people experience them the most during the spring or fall seasons.

Common Cold

If you have a cold, there is a strong chance that you may notice itching of the eyes. The symptoms will usually subside after a few days. If you do not notice any improvement in your cold, you may want to visit a doctor for an antibiotic to ward off symptoms quicker.

Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)

Pink eye can be another cause of itchy eyes. Keep in mind that pink eye is usually accompanied by symptoms that include puss, pink or redness, and crusting over of the eyes, particularly when waking up in the morning. Pink eye is easily treated, but it is also necessary for you to seek treatment.

Old Makeup

Many women notice itchy eyes if they are using makeup that is too old. The reason is because this makeup begins to accumulate bacteria. It is especially important to be aware of how old your eyeliner and mascara is, but eyeshadow can also cause your eyes to itch if it is too old.

Debris in the Eye

Another common cause of itchy eyes is when you get something, such as debris, in the eye. Any time you notice severe eye itching, you will want to look in the mirror to make sure that you do not have anything in your eye, especially if you have been around any type of dust or sawdust recently. Eyelashes can also cause you to experience a lot of eye itching if not properly removed from the eye.

Eye itching can be annoying, but it is often easy to fix the problem on your own. If you are unsure of what is causing your eye itching, think that it may be pink eye, or if the itching is severe, it is in your best interest to visit a doctor.

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Sep 19 2009

Early Signs of Pregnancy

pregnancy 150x150 Early Signs of PregnancyDo you think that there is a chance that you could be pregnant? If so, you are probably doing a lot of research on the early signs of pregnancy. The most important thing that you will want to keep in mind is that all of the symptoms which are related to pregnancy can be caused by other health conditions. It is important to take an at-home pregnancy test before jumping to conclusions. Here are some of the common early symptoms of pregnancy.

Skipped Period

A lot of women who become pregnant do not even know that they are until they miss a period. Once this happens, it’s likely that you will want to take a pregnancy test. If you have an irregular menstrual cycle, there is a chance that you simply may not be pregnant, however.

Spotting

Sometimes spotting is noticeable for some women who become pregnant. Others never notice it. Spotting will occur about one to two weeks after you become pregnant. It is called implantation bleeding, and can be mistaken for a very light period.

Fatigue

Many women begin to notice that they feel tired throughout the day. Due to this problem, many pregnant women also notice that they have a hard time sleeping at night. This is one of the main symptoms that help diagnose women as being pregnant.

Headaches

Another common sign of pregnancy is headaches. Remember that this a hard symptom to diagnose as pregnancy unless it is accompanied by other early signs of pregnancy, however.

Morning Sickness

There are many people who will tell you that morning sickness does not hit until much later on in pregnancy. It is important to remember that every woman’s body is different, however. A lot of women claim to experience morning sickness as early as two weeks after becoming pregnant.

Pay attention to your body’s signs. If you think you are pregnant, take an at-home pregnancy test. If it comes back negative and you continue experiencing pregnancy symptoms, then you will want to visit a doctor. It is best to visit a doctor even if you continue experiencing pregnancy symptoms in general while knowing that you are not pregnant. There could be something seriously wrong with you, so it is important to ensure that you are seeking proper medical treatment in order to diagnose any conditions that you may have early on.

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Sep 12 2009

How to Make Healthier Pizza

veggiepizza How to Make Healthier Pizzaveggiepizza1 How to Make Healthier PizzaIf you make homemade pizza, it is likely that you will want to see what you can do to improve the overall nutritional value. Since pizza is one of those foods that is known to be incredibly fattening, making easy changes to your own pie is a good idea. Here are some tips on how to make healthier pizza.

Pizza Crust

When making pizza crust, one of the best things that you can do is opt for a whole wheat variety. There are many whole wheat pizza crust recipes. If this is not available, consider making a thin crust pizza. This will help reduce the amount of calories that you are eating. Also keep in mind that there are other healthy alternatives to a traditional pizza crust, such as using whole wheat pitas or English muffins. These are great choices if you are cooking for one or two people, or if you are only making pizza for lunch.

Cheese

One of the main factors which determines how healthy or unhealthy a pizza is for you is the cheese. Using low fat or fat free cheese is really the best thing that you can do. It will melt as good, taste as good, and will contain less calories. For a different flavor and healthier cheese, you may also want to think about using feta cheese on your pizza.

Toppings

Any of the pizza toppings that you use can either make or break how healthy your pizza is. Remember that sausage is known to be very fattening and high in calories. If you want to use pepperoni, you may want to consider a turkey variety. Lean chicken is also a good choice. Vegetable pizza is a great way to make a tasty, healthy pizza. Olives, peppers, tomatoes, spinach, and mushrooms are all great choices if you want to add something healthy and delicious to your pizza. Keep in mind that adding fresh vegetables will help keep the sodium levels down.

Pizza is delicious, but often not that healthy. Fast food pizza is even less healthy. Making these easy changes can really help reduce how fattening a homemade pizza will be. The best thing that you can do is be conscious of the way that you are preparing the pizza. Although a slice of cheese pizza usually has about 200 to 250 calories, the toppings that you add can cause it to be 400 calories or more. Opting for healthy alternatives is the best thing that you can do.

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Sep 06 2009

Can HPV Be Spread When You Use Condoms?

couple 150x150  Can HPV Be Spread When You Use Condoms?Many people are under the assumption that all sexually transmitted diseases can be prevented with the use of condoms. Can Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) be spread even with the use of condoms though? HPV is known to be the cause of genital warts and certain kinds of cervical cancer. It is a STD which is often not taken too seriously, even though it really is. Here are some of the things that you should know about whether or not condoms will prevent HPV from spreading.

HPV Affects the Skin Itself

Most STDs are spread through bodily fluids, such as sperm and vaginal fluid. The main difference between HPV and other STDs is that it affects the skin. This means that HPV can be spread from direct skin to skin contact. This also means that condoms may not necessarily provide the protection that you need to prevent HPV.

Condoms Don’t Always Protect Against HPV

Depending on where the HPV is located, it is possible that condoms may not protect this STD from spreading. If a guy has HPV on area that is not covered by a condom, he can pass it to a girl during sex. If a girl has HPV on an area that a guy’s skin touches while it is not covered by a condom, he can also catch the STD. In fact, he is more likely to experience a severe case of HPV on his skin due to the fact that a larger amount of skin is likely to come in contact with an infected area.

Should You Still Use Condoms to Prevent HPV?

If you or your partner has Human Papilloma Virus, it is important to continue to use condoms anyway. Not only will you be protecting yourself from other STDs, but there is also a strong possibility that the HPV affects an area of skin that may be protected by a condom. Condoms are in any couple’s best interest when trying to keep protected from any type of STD, including HPV.

Can You Tell if Someone Has HPV?

Many people think that they can tell if their partner has HPV just by looking at them. It is important to keep in mind that this is not at all true. Although there are certain types of HPV which can cause you to experience genital warts which may be seen by the naked eye, there are other types of HPV which cause precancerous changes in the cervix that can only be seen during a colposcopy and do not actually affect men. In fact, there is no way to know if a man has HPV at this point unless he experiences genital warts. Keep in mind that it is not possible to visually tell if someone has any other type of STD, for that matter. Since you will not know for sure if your partner has HPV or another STD, it is important to use a condom.

While condoms do not always provide full protection against HPV, it is safer to use one than to risk not doing so. They can be effective at protecting you from HPV depending on the area of skin that is infected, and will help ensure that you do not contract any other STDs.

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Sep 04 2009

Daily Hair Care Tips

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Taking care of the hair that you have is very important. Proper care not only ensures that your hair will look beautiful at all times, but it can also help prevent the early onset of baldness. While hair loss is often a hereditary problem, not caring for your hair can lead you to notice the problem at a much earlier age. Here are some daily hair care tips that you should know about.

Never Brush Hair While its Wet

Many people don’t think it makes a difference whether they use a brush or a comb when brushing their hair while its wet. The truth is that you should never, ever use a brush on wet hair. It can cause breakage, which will cause you to experience more frizz in the future. Only combs should be used on wet hair. If you do not have a comb on hand, wait until the hair dries before using a brush on it.

Avoid Causing Heat Damage

If you overuse hot styling tools, such as blow dryers and flat irons, your hair is going to dry out. You do not need to stop using these styling tools all together. The best thing that you can do is lower the heat settings and reduce how often you use heat to style your hair. When you do make the decision to use such tools, it is important to use protective hair serums and use a good moisturizing conditioner.

Use a Good Moisturizing Conditioner

Those who use hot styling tools are not the only ones who need to use a moisturizing conditioner. Everyone should keep their hair hydrated at all times. A good conditioner will help ensure that your hair does not dry out, and will help prevent dandruff from being a problem. Also keep in mind that you will want to opt for a shampoo that doesn’t leave the scalp too dried out or damaged after you use it either.

Remember to Treat Your Scalp, Too

Many people with hair conditions often think that the hair is what needs to be treated. There are many skin conditions, such as psoriasis and Seborrheic dermatitis, which require treatment that begins at the scalp. It may seem as though you have to worry about treating the hair, but it is often a dermatologist who will be able to best help you.

Healthy hair care is very important. Not brushing hair while it is wet, avoiding the overuse of styling tools that cause heat damage, not using a moisturizing conditioner, and treating your treat scalp as well are just a few of the things that you can do to ensure that your hair is kept the healthiest. If you notice hair loss or any other problem, it is best to visit a doctor right away. The sooner that you learn what the problem is, the more fixable it will be for you in the end.

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Aug 16 2009

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