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farmeric May 15th, 2010

When someone is choking on food, you probably know what to do. But if someone has an asthma attack, you might stand by helplessly. Fortunately, what works for chowking also works for asthma - the Heimlich Maneuver.

Heimlich Maneuver

According to Heimlich Institute, the famous anti-choking action works by forcing trapped air and mucus out of the lungs. The Heimlich Maneuver, if performed regularly, might even prevent future asthma attacks.

Here’s how to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on someone suffering from a life-threatening asthma attack.

• Stand behind the choker and wrap your arms around his waist.
• Make a fist, and place the thumb side of the fist against the upper abdomen, above the belly button but below the ribcage.
• Grab your fist with your other hand and press into the upper abdomen with a quick but gentle upward thrust. Do not squeeze the ribcage.
• Repeat if necessary.

If you are alone and having an asthma attack, you can perform the Heimlich Maneuver on yourself. Just skip the first step and follow the rest of the directions. Or you can lean over a table, chair, or railing and briefly force your upper abdomen against its edge.

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farmeric February 22nd, 2010

The biggest step to aiming towards better health is admitting the fact that you need to make changes towards becoming healthier and fitter. Here are some tips to help you improve your health and help you to reach a new and improved you.

1. Make it a life goal to obtain a healthier outlook on life which will undoubtedly lead to a healthier you, if you are determined to reach a better state of health, making it a reality will be so much easier.

2. Support your new way of thinking by learning everything you can about ways of reaching better health and living a healthier lifestyle. You can use the internet, books, DVDS, clubs, gyms and support groups to your benefit, knowing all you can about healthy living gives you a great base to work from.

3. You have to start somewhere so start by taking a look at your kitchen and reorganizing in preparation for your new way of life. Reorganize your kitchen cabinets, cupboards and refrigerator to ensure that there are no signs of the old you and all the signs of the things that will help you in your new lifestyle.

4. Replace old food with your new healthier choice and don’t forget to purchase any small appliances which you will need to support your healthier way of eating, such as blenders and food weighing scales.

5. Get a large planner calendar, pin it up in your kitchen and mark the day when you choose to begin your new lifestyle and stick to it no matter what.

6. From day one keep a journal, this can either be a traditional one or use your computer. You should include all thoughts and feelings about your new ways along with all the changes you see about yourself. This is essential to look back on to see the positive changes that are occurring due to your positive outlook and changes you have made. Continue Reading »

Tags: diet, exercise, Health, health tips, stress

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farmeric February 20th, 2010

If you have ever wondered what it’s like to go through a total body detoxification process, there are actually simple steps in which anyone can take that will totally cleanse the organs of the body. These simple steps and processes will leave their body feeling clean and refreshed, just as if they had stepped out of a steaming hot shower.

More importantly, though, there are simple detoxification steps that will help strengthen the body’s first line of defenses against invading pathogens and bacterial diseases. These are only some of the benefits from performing a natural cleanse on the body, though.

A healthier immune system, heightening of the five senses, and a feeling like no other are some of the other benefits that go along with the detoxification of the body.

Here are some simple solutions to the paths that can lead to all of these natural and great feelings in the body:

1. Water Infiltration

When undergoing a detoxification of the body then your best friend then becomes all of the substances that you can ingest that will help carry your further along in those goals. One method to naturally cleanse your body includes a water infiltration. In this method, water is the only thing that one is able to ingest for a period of 24 hours. This will ensure enough time so that the colon is cleansed and so that the rest of the areas of the body can be cleansed also.

This is perhaps the easiest way to perform a body detoxification, but it certainly works wonders inside the body!

2. Juice Infiltration

Just as water is the only thing that must be ingested during the water infiltration, the same goes for juice Continue Reading »

Tags: body cleansing, detoxication, immune system

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farmeric December 3rd, 2009

Cold nights are here again which leads to Colds as well!

And why?

As temperature drop, people begin to stay indoors and spend less time in the sun. It simply means the Vitamin D levels in our body begin to drop. With this, our body immune system goes down as well.

The Real Cause of Colds and Flu

Colds and flu are cause by viruses and not bacteria, so don’t take antibiotics when you have one because it won’t do you any good at all.

All if not most of the sickness are due to weak immune system. With less vitamins D during this season,  it will be easy for a lot of people to “catch colds and flu”.

More common factors that contribute in weakening to a weaked body immune syste are:

• Not getting enough sleep
• Less exercise
• Vitamin D deficiency
• Eating too much sweets and white grains
• High level of Stress

The Top Way To Prevent Flu Continue Reading »

Tags: cold, flu, Health

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farmeric June 25th, 2009

Every day we face health risks in the workplace. From commuting using public transportation until we arrived in our work. It is our duty to protect ourself and be in good health while on the job.

Keeping yourself healthy and safe at work is mostly common sense, but we tend to get so busy and stressed out that we sometimes forget to take the basic precautions.
Common sense tips you can use every day to stay healthy at work.

• Use ergonomically designed equipment if possible. Make sure your chair, your keyboard, your mouse, and your monitor are positioned for your greatest comfort.
• Don’t let your workspace become a breading ground for germs, insects, or other nasties.You might not have that much control over others’ hygiene, but try to keep your own equipment and workspace reasonably clean.
• If you have or have recently had a cold, periodically wipe down your monitor, keyboard, and phone. And, use tissues and dispose of them properly. Continue Reading »

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farmeric June 5th, 2009

Influenza A (H1N1)

Influenza A (H1N1) is a new virus causing illness in people.  This new virus was first detected in people in April 2009 in the United States.  This virus is spreading from person-to –person, probably in much the same way that the regular seasonal influenza viruses spread.

Influenza A (H1N1) is fatal to humans

Signs and symptoms in humans

- similar to the symptoms of regular flu such as

• Fever
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Lack of appetite
• Runny nose
• Sore throat
• Cough

- V omitting or nausea
- Diarrhea

Mode of Transmission

- Exposure to droplets from the cough and sneeze of the infected person
Influenza A (H1N1) is not transmitted by eating thoroughly cooked pork.

Prevention

- Cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing Continue Reading »

Tags: flu, h1n1 virus, influenza, swine flu

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farmeric May 10th, 2009

Each year, an average of 7,000 Filipino women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and is the second leading cause of death among Filipino women.  Worldwide, 253,500 women die of cervical cancer every year.This statistic has not changed for the past 20 years.The good news is, cervical cancer can be prevented.

What is Cervical Cancer?

Cervical cancer is predominantly caused by certain types of a virus called Human Papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a chronic and persistent cancer-causing infection that leads to pre-malignant lesions and progress to cancer.

99.7% of the time, HPV is the main cause for cervical cancer.

Cervical cancer occurs when normal cells in the cervix change into cancer cells.

Cervical cancer usually does not cause signs and symptoms during its early stage it should be detected and treated early before it leads to cancer.

What are the symptoms of cervical cancer? Continue Reading »

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farmeric February 27th, 2009

Dr. Vivencio Mamaril’s Malunggay Cup Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

31/2 cupcake flour
1/2 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tbsp. salt
1/2 bar butter
3 eggs
1 can condensed milk
3 tbsps. blended malunggay leaves
grated cheese (optional)

Procedure

1. Sift flour and baking powder  and add salt together. Set aside.
2. Cream melted butter and sugar. After the butter and sugar are mixed together , add the eggs. Continue Reading »

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farmeric August 6th, 2008

Picture courtesy of Readers Digest Australia

Are Common Colds Curable?

You can take all the medicines you want but your common colds won’t be healed. Sadly but true. Medical doctors and even scientists admitted that common colds is incurable, and yet this is the commonest cause of visits to the physician’s clinic. Billions of dollar is being spent on over-the-counter colds medications. Lastweek, a news came up in UK that doctors will be banned from dishing out antibiotics for sore throats and colds (source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk).

Not So Common Belief

No one knows exactly why people are catching colds. A lot of people believe that common colds are caused by bacteria , where in fact, are actually caused by viruses. The good news is, our body can heal common colds and prevent it as well.  Instead of spending your hard earned money on cold medications that does not really work, try the following tips to keep your body in peak condition to fight Continue Reading »

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farmeric July 3rd, 2008

1. Change Your Light Bulb

Use compact flourrescent light bulbs (CFLs), instead of incandescent lights. CFLs use up 75% less electricity and last up to 13 times longer.

2. Open A Window

When the sun is out, draw those blinds or curtains to let the natural light in. During cool nights and mornings, turn off that air conditioner.

3. Wash Clothes In Bulk

Accumulate dirty clothes for fewer loads on your washing machine. And hang your clothes to dry, rather than using an electric dryer.

4. Unplug Appliances When You Can

TV sets, stereos and video players on standby still consume power. When buying new appliances, pick the most energy-efficient models. Continue Reading »

Tags: car, electric, Global warming, light bulb

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