How to Protect Your Kidney Health: Avoid These 5 Foods

How to Protect Your Kidney Health: Avoid These 5 Foods

These 5 foods are full of ingredients, additives
and chemicals shown to cause the worst problems to your kidneys and overall health.

If you want to protect your kidney health,
keep these 5 supermarket staples out of your
shopping cart.

If you have chronic kidney disease, good nutrition and diet are critical components of the treatment plan.

But why is diet so important for protecting
your kidney health?

While the right dietary regimen is important
for everyone, those with diminished kidney
function have shown the worse reaction to
an unbalanced diet.

Patients suffering from chronic kidney disease
(CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) cannot rely on their kidney to maintain the delicate balance their body needs.

The kidneys regulate the quantity of water,
electrolytes, minerals and waste products
in the metabolism.

Stepping out of this balance will not just
make you feel tired, out of energy and sick,
will also make your kidney disease progress
at an higher rate.

This is why the outcomes of bad dietary habits
have shown to be disastrous.

So here is the list: These foods are the worst
of the worst, starting from number 5:

An excess of salt in your diet will alter
the delicate sodium balance in your body.

The kidneys will have to work harder to restore
this balance, and the result will be fluid
retention and higher blood pressure.

While water retention will cause some cosmetic
issues, like cellulite, high blood pressure
is one of the main risk factors for kidney
disease.

In my experience, most people just eat too
much sodium, so almost anyone can see an immediate health improvement reducing salt intake.

Table salt is the worse, since it is heavily
processed and contains chemicals.

Himalayan salt is a good substitute, see comment section for some trusted sellers.

There are several studies confirming that
an excess of red meat can be a danger for
kidney health.

Protein metabolism requires a lot of work
from the kidneys.

This is why high protein consumption has been
linked to an higher risk of kidney disease
and kidney stones.

Still, meat is a source of high quality proteins
and should be a component of an healthy diet.

My advice is to reduce the intake of meat,
especially red meat, to maximum two portions
a week.

Processed meat should be completely avoided.

There's a number of fruit and vegetables kidney patients should be avoiding
bananas, prunes, raisins, collards, potatoes,
cantaloupe and tomatoes are too rich in potassium and can be dangerous.

Healthy kidneys are perfectly able to process
the excess of potassium you can get from fruit
and vegetables.

But an excess of potassium in the blood of
a kidney patient can cause symptoms as severe
as an heart attack.

Still, vegetables are really good for your
health, and should always be an important
part of your diet.

For every 150 calories of dietary sugar you
consume a day, you risk of diabetes, one of
the main risk factors for kidney disease,
increases by 1.1 percent - according to a
research published in the journal PLOS ONE.

If this is not enough, dietary sugar has been
linked to esophageal cancer, colon cancer,
breast cancer and lung metastasis.

And while the sugar industry has done a number of cover-ups to shift the blame to fats, paying scientists and falsifying studies, it is pretty obvious nowadays that excess of sugar is unhealthy as it gets.

So, how can you reduce sugar in your diet?

Sugar is hidden in almost every processed
food under a variety of names: dextrose, fructose, lactose, corn syrup, maltose, molasses, sucrose and so on.

Best way to protect your kidneys and your
health is to totally avoid processed foods
and sugary beverages.

Your kidneys and your waistline will thank
you!

The influence of drinking sodas and other
soft drinks on human health has been widely
researched over the last decades.

You might expect some damages to your health
if you regularly consume unhealthy beverages.

Still, the results of most studies were way
worse than the expectations.

But why are sodas so bad for your kidney health?

Sodas have a very high concentration of caffeine, sugar, artificial sweeteners, phosphoric acid and other chemicals.

In a study conducted on more than 3000 women during 10 years, a rate of decline of more than 30% in GFR was observed in test subject who drank 2 or more serving a day of artificially sweetened sodas.

In my experience, this kind of very direct
and sharp correlation is not very common in
trials done on thousands of subjects.

And the numbers here are pretty scary: only
two cans a day and you will end up losing
It's not a chance, it's certain.
Very scary, if you think about it.

This is why I'm putting sodas on the top of
my list of things to avoid.

An advice from kidney doctors:
Diet sodas are even worse than regular sodas
for your Kidney Health!

Drink water or green tea instead
This is all for today!

Can Cold Showers Really Improve Your Health?

Can Cold Showers Really Improve Your Health?


If you follow any productivity gurus, then you’ve probably heard how you need to take cold showers in the morning.

After all, not only can they wake you right up, but you’re also promised a myriad of health benefits and everybody loves a good healthy life hack.

But whether these claims are actually true is still kind of a gray area.

Also, I have to say, as someone who grew up in Florida
and now lives in Montana, a cold shower is different depending on where you live.

So before you jump in that agonizingly cold shower,
let’s look at some research.

One of the biggest problems with studying cold showers is that… well, people really haven’t.

Instead, most health claims are implied from studies of cryotherapy using cold water or air to treat a condition or from things like people who repeatedly go swimming in cold water.

But cryotherapy is really carefully controlled, and those swimmers often stay in the water for over an hour,
so it’s hard to apply this to your quick rinse before work.

Still, that doesn’t mean there’s zero evidence for cold showers,
because there is.

It’s just not very strong.

Like, take the claim people make that those showers improve your immune system.

In 2016, a study published in PLOS One wanted to see if taking a quick cold shower in the morning would reduce the amount of sick days someone took from work.

For 30 straight days, more than 2300 subjects took either a warm shower, or a warm shower that turned cold for 30,

On average, subjects in all three of the cold shower groups called into work roughly the same as one less sick day per
month.

But we don’t know why, since the research team didn’t measure any biological markers.

Many of the participants did say they felt an increase in energy

and continued taking the cold showers after the experiment,

but that’s not enough to close the case.

It’s possible that their white blood cell count increased
like what’s been shown to happen with cold water swimmers.

But again, a 90-second rinse is a lot different from an hour in the water.

Many people also swear that cold showers can boost mood.

But the results there are maybe even weaker.

A 2008 study in Medical Hypothesis gets referenced
a lot as evidence for cold showers as an antidepressant,
but it’s not really all that convincing.

They hypothesized that cold water would activate your sympathetic nervous system the system that does things like increase your heart rate and stimulate the release of endorphins which would elevate your mood.

But it only had three data points, one of which was the author of the paper, and none of them had symptoms that would diagnose them with depression.

Plus, the biological markers they expected to change
were never actually measured, so really we don’t have any results to go off of.

To be fair, the author did mention all that in the paper.

But alas, the blogosphere still holds onto that antidepressant claim even though the article wasn’t that powerful.

The thing here is, you can’t placebo a cold shower:

you know if you’re getting one.

So it seems like cold showers get a lot more credit than they deserve based on the evidence that exists.

A short one probably won’t hurt you, but hey, let’s do more research before we start making claims about reality
and our bodies.

Seriously, if you’re looking for a research project, this sounds like a good one to try out.

Couldn’t be that expensive, it’s cold water.

So, even though cold showers might not be the key
to making you more productive...

Miniature Balloon Sugar Bowls | How To Cook That

Miniature Balloon Sugar Bowls | How To Cook That

Welcome to How To Cook That I'm Ann

Reardon and today I'm in my mini kitchen

which is only 1/12 of the normal scale

it is tiny and you guys requested that I

try and make miniature sugar bowls if

you're new around here to fill you in I

invented balloon drip sugar bowls back

in 2016 but that was using

normal-sized balloons that I'm not sure

if it's even possible to make the

miniature size but let's find out

together weigh out your sugar and tip it

into a saucepan then take that to the

sink and add just enough water to make

it look like wet sand oops that's a

little bit much it'll be okay...

light your stove close it up and add

your pan to the heat. Leave that

unstirred for the sugar to dissolve and

while that is cooking put some baking

paper on to your bench then put a bowl

down to hold your balloon the right way

up and this is filled with water. If you

remember from the original video that I

did the water helps to disperse the heat...

with it being this small though there's

not much water in it so it might not

cool it enough to stop the balloon from

popping and I don't really want to have

sugar all over my mini kitchen but you

guys asked for it so I'm going to try!

Once the sugar is boiled for a while it

will start to turn golden so quickly at

that point you need to add in your

coloring. I'm just using a tiny bit of

pink ... wow the heat is going up that tiny

spoon very fast then we have to pour

that over the balloons ... here we go the

moment of truth are they going to pop??

They're looking good 😊I don't think they're going

to ... I think they're gonna hold. We

definitely needed the baking paper

underneath that to protect the counter

though and now we just have to leave

them to cool. To get your pan clean just

fill it with water and then you can just

leave that to one side and the sugar

will dissolve in about an hour or you

could spend ages trying to scrub it off

but this way it just magically cleans itself.

These are so tiny they have cooled

pretty quickly. Turn the tap to the side

take your balloon over to the sink and

make a tiny cut with scissors try and

get all that water down the sink

preferably not all over your kitchen and

you'll see that balloon is just going

down and as it gets to the end there

just give it a bit of a pull and pull

the balloon out and it worked! We have a

mini balloon bowl. Do the same with the

other one I don't have any miniature

scissors but even if I did I don't think

I could get my fingers to actually work

with them because they'd be too small.

You can store your balloon bowls in an

airtight container until you're ready to

use them. I like to fill mine with a few

scoops of ice cream ...

and a generous drizzle of chocolate

ganache you can make this just by mixing

equal parts by weight of hot cream and

some milk chocolate and stir it until

it's smooth. Add some freshly chopped

fruit ... raspberries and strawberries are

always nice together and then a

sprinkling of chopped nuts.

So yes you can make miniature sugar

bowls. I think these would look fabulous

in a party you'd need to make lots of

them of course and fill them with

something that doesn't melt maybe a

little piping of Chantilly cream and a

fresh raspberry on top of each one that

would be lovely.

or something chocolaty you use your

imagination. 

How to Get Rid of Water Retention Fast And Naturally

How to Get Rid of Water Retention Fast And Naturally

Everyone knows that fruit is great for our
health, but what most people may not know

is that the nutrients of many fruits are concentrated in the one part we tend not to eat: the peel.

This is the case with apples.

They are delicious, but most of their beneficial
properties reside in the peel.

Apple peel contains pectin, a type of fiber
that turns into gel in your intestines and helps your body eliminate fat.

This fiber improves your bowel movements and
also has a laxative effect.

Its regular consumption has been associated
with a reduction in cholesterol and blood

sugar levels.

Another little-known benefit of apple peel
is its ability to eliminate water retention

and bloating.

Water retention and bloating may be caused
by diseases or poor eating habits such as

excessive consumption of salt and sodium.

Apart from exercise and better eating habits,
liquid retention can be treated effectively

with apple peel tea.

Apples are rich in potassium which helps reduce
sodium levels in your body and increases urine

production.

The recipe is really easy:

Ingredients

The peel from 1 apple;

Instructions

Put the apple peel in boiling water, and then
let it steep for 5 to 10 minutes.

Once the tea cools off, drink it.

It is recommended that you consume this tea
three times a day in order to see the best

results.

Cure all the vaginal problems by this simple home remedy - women's health - feminine hygiene

Cure all the vaginal problems by this simple home remedy - women's health - feminine hygiene

Genes in the intimate parts are very common in women.
They can be in the form of itching, inflammation or redness accompanied by bad smells.
In addition, this part of the body is sensitive enough and vulnerable to bacteria and fungi, hence the importance of treating it with care and as naturally as possible.
In this article, you will discover the number 1 natural ingredient that can cure all your vaginal problems in record time!
The main cause of the occurrence of vaginal problems is an imbalance of the vaginal flora.
In other words, the balance of the vagina is disrupted either by reducing the number of good bacteria or by the proliferation of
bad bacteria.
Note that the reduction of good bacteria and the proliferation of harmful microbes are often correlated.

What is a healthy vaginal flora?

A healthy vagina is mostly populated with good bacteria " non harmful ".
These bacteria are considered protective barriers to the vagina because they can inhibit the growth of potentially harmful bacteria and yeasts, producing lactic acid and hydrogen peroxide, and preventing bad bacteria from attaching to the vaginal wall.

Lactic acid helps maintain the acidic environment of the vagina, while hydrogen peroxide helps kill bad bacteria.
There are many factors that can upset the delicate balance that exists inside the vagina.

Some of these include tissue damage caused by childbirth, illness, hormonal changes, stress , certain medications, as well as tight clothing or synthetic underwear, an inappropriate
hygiene method, irritants present in lotions and other cosmetic products or a lack of lubrication during sexual intercourse.

The natural cure for a healthy intimate part:

A lot of women are, at least once in their life, the target of fungal and vaginal bacteria.
These cause discomfort and a persistent bad odor but the good news is that there is a natural remedy that can kill them quickly
without affecting the natural pH of your intimate area.
It is chamomile that helps fight mycosis " Yeast and fungus growth "  and acts as an excellent anti-inflammatory.
In addition, it is very refreshing and has soothing virtues effective in case of itching and irritation of the mucous membranes.

How to use it ?

Mix the equivalent of two tablespoons of dried chamomile flowers with one liter of water in a saucepan and let it boil over low heat.
Remove the pan from the heat after boiling and let stand for five to ten minutes then drain the mixture.
Once the cold chamomile lotion, wash your private parts with it, about twice a day.
In addition, sitz baths in a chamomile infusion can also act as a natural tranquilizer against vaginal irritation.

Chamomile can also be used once a week in prevention, to preserve your intimate health if you do not have fungi or bacteria.

However, take care to respect the recommended doses to obtain maximum positive effects, without any risk.
Indeed, in case of excessive use, it is possible to suffer rashes.

In addition, chamomile is not recommended for people with asthma, allergies to pollen and pregnant women.

For better vaginal health, we also recommend:
1. Wear clean underwear every day and opt for a cotton lingerie rather than synthetic fabric or silk.

2.Avoid wearing tight clothing.

3. Wash intimate areas at most twice a day, morning
and evening.
Higher frequency may cause irritation.

4. Thoroughly dry the intimate part after each wash.

5. Avoid harsh cleaners that can damage the protective
film that covers the vaginal walls.

6. Ensure perfect personal hygiene before and after intercourse.

7. Avoid douching.

8. Use your hands instead of bathing gloves that are teeming with bacteria.

9. Change the sanitary napkins every two hours during the menstrual period.

10. Have a healthy and balanced diet .

11. Practice regular physical activity.

12. Drink enough water daily.

13. Finally, remember that if itching, bad smells, redness and irritation persist even after using this remedy, consult your doctor.

Very Important : Abortion occurs mostly in Pregnant Girls at this case

Cat diseases and danger to pregnant women and the fetus


What is Cats' disease  " Toxoplasma "?
Is a parasitic infection ((Toxoplasma)) mainly in cats and could be transmitted as a result of the eating of raw meat and thus transmitted infection to those who deal with it, and are transmitted especially through the feces of cats.

Are there other causes of Toxoplasmosis ?
Yes - when eating raw meat such as luncheon, hamburgers, pastrami, salsa and so on. If these meat is contaminated with parasites it will infect the human.




Cat diseases and danger to pregnant women and the fetus

What are the symptoms?



Similar to the symptoms of influenza  to a large extent we find high temperature with muscle pain and fatigue and fatigue

And lethargy may also occur as breathing problems, vomiting, diarrhea and swelling of the lymph nodes.




How do I know if I have the disease or not?

A blood analysis is usually performed for the pregnant woman in her first pregnancy and this analysis is shown if the infection is present or not .

If the result of the analysis is negative, it means that you have not been infected by this parasite before, You have to be careful not to become infected during your pregnancy.




If the result of the analysis is positive, it means that the infection has occurred in the past and therefore another analysis must be done  15 - 28 days of the first analysis and compare the results to see if the infection is active and on the way to appear or is inactive.

The outcome of the analysis can be given appropriate treatment.




Cat diseases and danger to pregnant women and the fetus

Why is Toxoplasmosis is  dangerous to pregnant women?

Because it may be transmitted to the fetus through the placenta and it does not show symptoms of the disease on the fetus at birth, but it affected the child after birth in his life there may be difficult to hear  as well as consideration and ability to learn.




Is there a cure for this disease?



After analyzing and confirming the presence of cat's disease, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics for this disease and should be performed

Early analysis to avoid transmission to the fetus.

IMPORTANT NOTE - When conducting the analyzes, it is necessary to work in one laboratory so that the results are guaranteed and can be compared to previous results.




What are the ways to prevent cats disease?

1 - If there are cats breeding at home must be detected and vaccinated and make sure that it is infected.

2 - Meat must be cooked well and not eat raw meat products.

3. When dealing with raw meat, wash your hands well, as well as cutting boards and allocate cutting boards for meat only.

4 - Washing all the tools used after dealing with raw meat.

5. Gloves should be worn when cleaning pets, especially cats, and the pregnant woman should not do this work.

Panthenol : Magic and Natural Skin Care Substance and gives you Beautiful And Healthy Skin

Panthenol .. The Magic Skin Treatment

Panthenol is one of the most widely used substances in the skin preparations because of its exceptional hydration properties and because of its important role in supporting the chemical stability of other existing ingredients. In the product, and therefore always advise doctors and specialists to use panthenol products in the treatment of many disorders and problems of the skin.

* Panthenol .. What is it?
It may come to mind that panthenol is an industrial active ingredient invented by drug scientists; but it is a natural substance around us all the time. Panthenol is the primary constituent of vitamin B5 (panthenwic acid), a natural ingredient in the synthesis of many foods Such as meat, eggs, whole grains and honey, and this "propitamin" turns into vitamin B5 (its active form) inside the body.

Benefits of panthenol :
- Panthenol is characterized by its ability to absorb moisture in the atmosphere, and keep the water inside the skin and hair and prevent it from coming out, which prevents exposure to drought.

- Panthenol also helps in regenerating skin cells, and healing wound tissue.

- Panthenol has anti-inflammatory properties, that is, it opposes the chain reactions that produce inflammatory substances within the body.

- Some studies point to the role of panthenol in maintaining the level of fibroblasts within the body, which are the constituents of collagen and elastin, which are the main proteins responsible for the appearance of skin and its freshness and flexibility.



* Uses of panthenol
First: Cosmetics

Because of the properties of phenethanol and its many benefits, it is widely used in manufacturing:

1. Different hair care lotions (such as shampoo, conditioner and various moisturizing creams).

2. Also used in the manufacture of cosmetics (such as lip gloss and mascara).

3. Manufacturing skin care creams such as moisturizing creams, wrinkle prevention creams, sunscreen creams, and nail care products.

Second: medical products

The use of panthenol is not limited to cosmetic and cosmetic products. In addition, medical preparations containing panthenol are used to treat many skin problems, such as:

Dry skin.

- Skin irritation, because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

- Burns, especially sunburn.

- Acne.

- Skin cracks such as cracking the ankles and cracking the nipple during breastfeeding.

- Itchy skin.

- Surface and deep wounds.

- Anal incisions.

- irritation of hemorrhoids.

Diaper rash.

- healing wounds from surgical operations.

- healing wounds resulting from Caesarean section.

- Eczema.

- Treatment of dandruff.

- Treatment of hair pounding.


Side effects of panthenol :
Although there are few side effects of panthenol, an allergic reaction may occur in rare cases, leading to skin irritation or redness, so you should try it first on a small patch of skin, and consult your doctor immediately. The appearance of allergy symptoms.




Attention should also be paid to the presence of some cortisone-containing creams and ointments with panthenol in pharmacies, which should be consulted with the doctor before using them, taking care to use them for extended periods of time.