Beware of Dangerous Deodorant!
Scientists from the UK have found that certain chemicals in underarm deodorants have been found in samples of breast tumours. Parabens are harmful chemicals that can be found in some cosmetic products such as lip gloss, eye makeup, hair products, moisturizers, and deodorants.
Parabens are capable of impersonating the female hormone estrogen, which plays a role in breast development, and the development of breast cancers. The harmful preservatives can be found in some foods as well.
The Parabens found in the tumours indicate that they were applied to the skin by something such as an underarm deodorant. Researchers expected the tumours to develop evenly throughout areas of the breast; however it was found that 60 percent of all breast tumours occurred in the upper outer quadrant of the breast - closest to the underarms.
The publisher of the research Phillip Harvey said "From this research, it is not possible to say whether or not parabens caused these tumours, but they may certainly be associated with the overall rise in breast cancer cases."
Although most deodorants no longer contain Paraben chemicals, it is important to consider the preservatives and chemicals that we expose our bodies to on a regular basis. There are many organic and natural products on the market that are safer and better for your body.
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Friday, March 30, 2007
Birth control pill side effects.
Aside from its almost l00% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy, taking the Pill may also lead to less menstrual flow and cramping, a lower risk of infection of the uterus and ovaries, a decreased chance of developing ovarian cysts and non-cancerous breast cysts and tumors, less ovarian cancer and uterine cancer, less rheumatoid arthritis, and it may improve acne.
During the first three months of use about 40% of women who take birth control pills will have side effects of one kind or another. The vast majority of women have only minor, transient side effects. Some of these side effects are: light bleeding between menstrual periods, skipped periods, nausea, weight change, bloating, increase in vaginal infections. Although it is difficult to predict whether a woman will develop one of these minor problems, a problem can often be eliminated by changing your birth control pill.
Blood clots, stroke and heart attacks are the most serious side effects associated with birth control pills. These problems occur in only a small number of women who take the pill. Women who smoke, are over 35, have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart or vascular disease or blood cholesterol and triglyceride abnormalites have the most risk of developing these problems. Other serious side effects are worsening of migraine headaches, gall bladder disease, increase in blood pressure and an extremely rare liver tumor. Some birth control pills may cause changes in the levels of fatty substances in the blood. The long-term consequences of these changes are not known. Regular visits to your doctor are important for early detection of these health risks.
Certain drugs for epilepsy and tuberculosis, as well as certain antibiotics can reduce the effectiveness of your birth control pill. St. John's Wort has also been known to reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. You should always ask your doctor about any possible effect on birth control effectiveness when another drug is prescribed.
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Thursday, March 22, 2007
Femcon Fe chewable birth control pill.
Femcon Fe is a spearmint-flavored birth control pill that can be swallowed or chewed. It combines 2 different hormones - progestin and estrogen. Together, these 2 hormones suppress ovulation and other related changes your body goes through. That means an egg is not released from your ovary and therefore cannot be fertilized by sperm. Birth control pills also thicken your cervical mucus (making it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus) and change the lining of your uterus (making it difficult for a fertilized egg to implant itself in the uterine wall).
Using Femcon Fe, or other oral contraceptives, is one of the most effective methods of birth control available. If taken correctly on a daily basis, birth control pills are as much as 99% effective in preventing pregnancy, meaning there is still a 1% chance that you could get pregnant.
What are some advantages to using Femcon Fe?
- Chewability - Femcon Fe is the only oral contraceptive to offer chewability. Perfect for women who have difficulty swallowing even the tiniest pill.
- Cycle control - There is low incidence of spotting or bleeding between periods.
- Low-dose - Most available birth control pills contain the same type of estrogen as Femcon Fe but in different amounts. Femcon Fe is considered a low-dose pill because it contains 35 micrograms (mcg) of estrogen.
- Menstrual relief - Femcon Fe can help reduce menstrual cramps, regulate irregular periods, and lighten menstrual flow.
Does Femcon Fe offer any health benefits?
- Your menstrual cycles may become more regular.
- Blood flow during your period may be lighter and less iron may be lost.
- Pain or other symptoms, like menstrual cramps, may decrease.
- Lesser chance of ovarian cysts occuring.
- Ectopic pregnancy may occur less frequently.
- Noncancerous cysts or lumps in the breast may occur less often.
- Lesser chance of acute pelvic inflammatory disease occuring.
- Using birth control pills may provide some protection against developing two forms of cancer: cancer of the ovaries and cancer of the lining of the uterus.
Does Femcon Fe have any side effects?
Birth control pill side effects are generally not serious. The most common side effects include breast tenderness, nausea, vomiting, and spotting or bleeding between periods. These side effects often go away within the first 3 months. While more serious side effects occur infrequently, some medical conditions have been associated with Pill use, including:
- Blood clots, blockage of blood vessels
- Gallbladder disease
- Liver tumors (extremely rare)
- High blood pressure, which returns to normal when you stop taking the Pill
Is there anything else I should know about Femcon Fe?
Cigarette smoking while using the Pill increases the risk of serious adverse effects on the heart and blood vessels. This risk increases if you are a heavy smoker (15 or more cigarettes a day) and with age (especially if you are over 35). Women who use birth control should not smoke.
You should not take the Pill if you have or have had blood clots, certain cancers, a history of heart attack or stroke, or are pregnant.
Femcon Fe does not protect against HIV/AIDS or sexually transmitted diseases. Always use a nonhormonal backup contraceptive like a condom for extra protection.
Missing a pill or taking a pill a few hours later than normal can decrease the effectiveness. Certain medications like antibiotics are also known to increase the chance of your birth control pill failing.
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Thursday, February 22, 2007
Why women should take folic acid.
It is recommended that it is good to eat foods rich in folic acid as folic acid has properties that are beneficial to our health. What most of us are not aware of, however, is exactly who needs to regularly consume foods rich in folic acid as well as what exactly is the required amount of folic acid needed in order for the body to reap the health benefits. There are foods rich in folic acid, but many people do not know that by simply changing your cooking method, you can retain high levels of folate in your food.
If you are newly pregnant or you are planning to become pregnant soon, you will benefit from consuming foods rich in folic acid. If you are not pregnant yet and are only in the planning stages, it is a good idea to begin monitoring your folic acid intake. Ideally, pre-pregnant and pregnant women need to have about 0.4 milligrams of folic acid per day. This is according to the United States RDA, as they say that this amount is ideal for promoting optimal health for mothers and their unborn babies.
If you are a woman of child-bearing age, even if you are not pregnant or planning to get pregnant, you need to consume foods rich in folic acid. Folate-rich foods include green leafy vegetables, seeds, nuts and poultry.
If you are taking prescription drugs, you should be aware that the drugs you take can actually deplete folic acid present in your body. Talk to your doctor or a medical practitioner about your prescription drugs and how you can manage it together with your folic acid intake.
It has been found in a number of studies that folic acid can lower the risk of developing breast and colon cancer among women. In addition, women who have increased intake of folic acid before and after becoming pregnant have also been found to have lower incidents of delivering babies with cleft lip and palate defects.
Studies have shown that women who increased their intake of folic acid up to two months after pregnancy lower the risk of having babies with orofacial defects by 25% to 50%. Scientists are still trying to determine the exact role of folic acid in fetus development. What they do know, however, is that folic acid lowers the risk of babies having spina bifida, heart defect, anencephaly (underdeveloped brain and skull), cleft palate or cleft lip.
Folic acid is a vitamin that people, particularly child-bearing women, need. Incorporate foods that are rich in folic acid in your daily diet. Doing so not only ensures your health, but the health of your future child.
Causes of folic acid deficiency
- Poor eating habits
- Poor absorption
- Increased requirements e.g. due to growth or pregnancy
- Certain types of medication
- Certain disease conditions
- Alcoholism
- Oral contraceptives (birth control pills)
Symptoms of folic acid deficiency
- Poor growth
- Smooth, red and painful tongue
- Stomach and instestinal problems e.g. diarrhoea, constipation
- No appetite
- Fatigue / tiredness
Some foods that are high in folic acid
Meats
- Liver (best source)
- Chicken giblets
- Kidney
- Egg yolk
- Dried beans
- Spilt peas
- Lentils (dhals)
- Soya products
- Almonds
- Nuts
- Wholegrain breads
- Wheat flour
- Potato
- Sweet potato
- Cabbage
- Brussel sprouts
- Beetroot
- Banana
- Oranges
- Asparagus
- Spinach
- Peaches
- Broccoli
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