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Saturday, October 28, 2017

10 Smoking Dangers For You
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10 Smoking Dangers For You

DANGERS OF SMOKING!!!
Surely all are familiar with the warning 'no smoking'. Those two words can easily be found in various places, even cigarette packs though. It does not seem surprising to remember the negative effects of smoking on your body.

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One of the main consequences you can get from smoking is suffering from heart disease. It is estimated, about 20% more deaths due to heart is directly related to smoking habits. Why smoking is dangerous enough? What are the other negative effects of smoking?

Not to intimidate, this time I will share some of the dangers of smoking that you must know, especially for those of you who are active smokers. What are the dangers of cigarettes? 

1. Brain 
Some studies show, smoking can increase the risk of stroke by 50 percent. This condition can cause brain damage and death.

In addition, smoking can also increase the risk of brain aneurysm. Aneurism itself is a swelling of blood vessels that occur due to weakening of blood vessel walls.


Worse yet, at any time can rupture and cause brain hemorrhage. Therefore, it's better to be on your guard!


2. Mouth and throat 

All of course already know due to smoking on the mouth. Yup is true, cigarettes can cause stained teeth and bad breath. But not only that, smoking can also trigger gum disease and taste damage.

More serious problems in the mouth and throat are the emergence of tongue cancer, throat cancer, lips, and cancer of the vocal cords. Usually such conditions are already displayed on the picture cigarette pack, try deh you pay attention.


3. Lung

One of the most dangerous effects of smoking is lung cancer. Chemicals that exist in cigarettes are potentially damaging cells in the lungs that later can form cancer cells. Not quite up there alone, apart from lung cancer you will also be more at risk of bronchitis, pneumonia, and emphysema. 

4. Stomach
Negative effects of smoking also felt up to the stomach. Smoking can basically weaken the muscles that control the bottom of your esophagus. It allows the stomach acid to move in the wrong direction, namely to the esophagus.

The condition is called gastric acid. If left continuously in the long run, then you will be at risk of ulcers or ulcers, and even deadly stomach cancer.


5. Bones 

The next danger of smoking is on the bone. Toxins in cigarettes can damage the bone by stopping the work of the construction cells. Therefore, an active smoker will be more at risk of brittle bones or osteoporosis.

Even worse, toxins in cigarettes also have the potential balance of hormones in charge of keeping the bones strong, such as estrogen hormones for example.


6. Skin 

Do you want to look dazzling and youthful? Stop smoking right now. Active smokers will look older than those who do not smoke. This can happen because cigarette smoke inhibits oxygen intake into the skin.

In addition, smoking can also trigger the emergence of signs of premature aging such as wrinkles around the eyes, the appearance of black spots, and even some studies to prove cigarette smoke can trigger the appearance of cellulite.


7. Reproductive organs 

Smoking can interfere with your reproductive system and your fertility. In men, smoking can trigger impotence, reduce sperm reproduction, and even trigger testicular cancer.While in women smoking can lead to reduced fertility aka barren. In addition, the risk of cervical cancer will be higher, because smoking can reduce the body's ability to fight human papillomavirus infection (HPV).

8. Improve stress 

In addition to causing physical illness, smokers will also experience higher levels of stress than those who do not smoke. During this time you may think smoking can make the mind become relaxed. You think the content of nicotine can calm the mind, when it's wrong.

What makes an anxious and anxious smoker is withdrawal symptoms from nicotine. By smoking, smoking addiction to nicotine will be fulfilled and smokers will feel the cigarette can reduce the stress that he experienced before.


9. Life becomes less happy 

Not all smokers will die because of heart disease, stroke, or lung, but smoking can be very annoying and reduce the quality of your daily life.

The effects of cigarettes that you can feel everyday such as shortness of breath, coughing, more tired, more susceptible to infection, and having trouble sleeping that is usually characterized by difficulty breathing at night then excessively tired in the morning.


10. Damaging the eyes

In a study published by 'Archives of Ophthalmology', people who smoke will have a fourfold risk of developing macular degeneration. This not only causes damage to the retina, but more severe effects can lead to cataracts and even permanent blindness.
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Thursday, October 26, 2017

Natural Ways to Treat Shortness of Breath Without Drugs
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Natural Ways to Treat Shortness of Breath Without Drugs

Shortness of breath is a condition where breathing feels tight. In some sufferers, shortness of breath feels like choking. This condition certainly makes sense of discomfort, either while resting, working, or while performing other activities. That is why it is very important to treat shortness of breath as soon as possible so that you can be detached from any kind of discomfort caused by the disease.

 

What Causes Shortness of Breath?
Before discussing the natural way of treating shortness of breath, it would be nice if we know in advance the cause. Under certain conditions, such as when in a place that is lack of oxygen or in a condition of the body that is too tired, some people will experience shortness of breath. However, breathing will be normal when the situation returns as before.

Shortness of breath in general is not a serious problem because quite a lot of people who experience it. But if it happens suddenly, what else followed by symptoms of fever, tightness in the throat, and tightness in the chest, then it should be immediately consulted to the doctor. This step is important to avoid the occurrence of something that is not desirable.Although generally shortness of breath is not something to worry about, but some health factors can also be a trigger. Such as conditions such as respiratory tract infections, anemia, chronic bronchitis, heart, and allergies. The diseases can be the trigger for the emergence of shortness of breath.

Treat breathlessness naturally without drugs

Shortness of breath or also called dyspnea is a health condition that if left unchecked will greatly interfere with our daily activities. Therefore, this disease needs to be addressed immediately. Below are various natural ways of treating shortness of breath that can be done without using drugs, namely:

1. Respiratory Diaphragm
Respiratory diaphragm or also called abdominal breathing is believed to help someone to treat shortness of breath.

How to do it are:
Lie on your back and put your hands on the abdomen! Try to keep your body and muscles in a state as relaxed as possible! 
Breathe deeply until you feel the entire lung cavity filled with oxygen! 
Hold for a few seconds then release until the entire lung cavity is empty! 
Do it over and over for 5 - 10 minutes! You can do this way 3 times a day.
  
2. Consuming Black Coffee
A cup of black coffee is not only delicious but also can be used to treat shortness of breath. Caffeine in coffee can improve the airway and overcome the exhausted muscles of exhaustion. Not only that, coffee can also overcome the symptoms of asthma. Drink 1 to 2 cups of black coffee a day! then the breath will soon be comfortable again. But keep in mind is, avoid excessive coffee consumption because it will increase your heart rate. 

3. Eating Ginger Potion
In addition to fresh when used as a drink, ginger is also one of the types of spices that can treat shortness of breath. Some substances in it can help the secretion of mucus so that breathing will be smooth.

How:
a. Bring a Cup of Ginger Tea.
You can add a few pieces of ginger to the tea water and boil it. Add honey and stir until blended to add taste to taste more delicious.

b. Chewing ginger
In addition to processed into drinks, you can also chew a few pieces of ginger that has been peeled and washed clean. or an even easier way that is by eating ginger candy.
 

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