Every man ’s health guide

How much red wine is too much? Is your sex drive at an all time low? Medical experts address your deepest fears

1 I've heard that men are prone to a sudden heart attack at an early age. What could be the cause and how can I avoid it? ANS: The causes of heart attack at an early age are: Genetic Predisposition: The Indian race is more prone to an attack.
Multiple risk factors like:
- Family tendency - Hypertension - Diabetes Mellitus - Lipids - Smoking
Prevention:
- Screen for HT, DM, Lipids at an early age - Regular exercise - Eat more green vegetables and fruits - Avoid fat and junk food. 2 How frequently should I have a cardiac examination after 35 years of age? ANS: After the age of 35, once in 3 years, and it's best to have it done once a year after you touch 40. 3 Can I engage in an active sex life after undergoing a Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)? ANS: You can resume an active sex life after 3 months of the CABG. 4 Is it advisable to marry after a heart attack? ANS: Yes, with early treatment.
5 Does smoking really kill and how soon? ANS: Smoking can cause early death due to: - Heart disease - Lung disease - Various cancers - Strokes — CVA One cigarette a day reduces life by about 11 minutes and accelerates the chances of a heart attack, particularly between the ages of 30-40.
6 Sitting on my workstation has given me a chronic back ache. How do I tackle it?
ANS: This is called RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury). To avoid it, correct your posture and use a proper chair with your knee/hip bent at a 90 degree angle. Alternately, use a foot rest to achieve proper height or use a chair with an armrest. Your laptop screen must be at the same level as your eyes. Sit with your back straight.
7 My dad is bald and I fear I may be soon heading in that direction. What are my options? ANS: If your dad had become bald prematurely, then there are higher chances of you following suit, as you can't change your genes. Consume a proteinrich diet and take care of your hair. Baldness can be treated with medication and surgical procedures. 8 I believe red wine is good for the heart. Is that true? How many pegs of whiskey or cans of beer can one safely consume in a day? ANS: Red wine is good for the heart as it reduces cholesterol. Only two pegs of whiskey or one can of beer are advisable (only if you must) in a party atmosphere. 9 If I'm having trouble performing in bed, should I worry about becoming impotent? ANS: Yes, you should worry about becoming impotent as there are systemic causes like diabetes, hypertension, hormonal disturbances and certain drugs that can cause impotency. 10 If a condom breaks during sex, do I need to get myself checked for sexually transmitted diseases? ANS: If involved in a high risk sexual behaviour with an unknown person, get yourself tested. 11 Is diabetes genetic? Can wrong food/lifestyle also cause the disease?
ANS: Improper food habits (aerated beverages, fast food etc) along with an irregular lifestyle, lack of exercise and sedentary habits often lead to Type 2 Diabetes in genetically predisposed persons.
12 Can lifting heavy weights cause hernia or impotency?
ANS: Not if it's done properly. Otherwise, the improper use of weights often leads to strains, fractures, tendonitis and other sorts of dislocation.
13 How do I know I am depressed enough to resort to medication or seek help?
ANS: When a person feels a lingering sadness, a loss of interest in life, along with a lack of sleep, appetite and work impairment for more than two weeks, the patient is likely to be depressed and in need of help. If his condition advances with an addition of suicidal tendencies, inertia towards professional life and weeping without reason, he may need medication. 14 What problems does stress create? How can I avoid getting stressed out? ANS: Stress precipitates body aches, hyper tension, diabetes mellitus, easy fatigue, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease (heart disease). The impact of stress can be buffered by maintaining a regular routine, doing exercise, yoga or meditation. Simple deep breathing techniques help. 15 How much exercise must I indulge in to ensure I stay healthy? ANS: 30-40 minutes walking 5 days a week or 30 minutes aerobics/strengthening 3 days a week is a basic must.
Our Medical Experts: Dr Jagdish Prasad, Medical Superintendent, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi and Dr OP Sharma, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru.

AMAZING FACTS YOU HAVE TO KNOW - Dr Edward Group Research

As a healing remedy, honey can address multiple issues. There are far more benefits from taking honey than I will include here. Scientific research is ongoing surrounding the benefits of this remarkable substance. I’ve included some interesting benefits you may not know about.

1. Taking organic raw honey is a healthy way to get an energy boost. Its carbohydrates supply us with energy and strength. It can boost your endurance and reduce muscle fatigue.

2. Honey is a great aid in relieving morning sickness, reportedly even more effective than traditional soda crackers. It’s also good for sore throats including laryngitis and pharyngitis.

3. Honey and cinnamon can help in many areas including relief from bladder infections, arthritis, upset stomach and bad breath. It’s even supposed to be able to slow down hair loss.

4. Honey can be used as a medication for men with problems of impotence and women with problems related to infertility. Warm raw goat milk and raw honey is believed to increase sperm count considerably.

5. A salve made of honey, for diabetic ulcers, has been proven effective when other topical antibiotics are not well tolerated. It can be applied to eczema, canker sores or bleeding gums.

6. Honey and apple cider vinegar can be used for many ailments like stomach aches, constipation and even migraines.

7. Honey and lemon goes to work in the body shifting the extra fat stores, thus making it usable energy for regular body functions. And, honey is cholesterol-free. It reportedly can even help to keep cholesterol levels in check

8. Honey has a viscous texture due to its low water content. It also establishes a poor environment for bad bacteria to grow, and is a good natural preservative.

Honey is a remarkable natural substance that is receiving a lot of well deserved attention. Remember that it’s best to use locally grown, organic raw honey. Seek out local markets for organic goods to get the freshest products. Support your local independent farmers; helping them to stay in business is good for them and for your economy.

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Articles exracted from http://www.ghchealth.com

Honey Effective In Killing Bacteria That Cause Chronic Sinusitis

ScienceDaily (Oct. 1, 2008) — Honey is very effective in killing bacteria in all its forms, especially the drug-resistant biofilms that make treating chronic rhinosinusitis difficult, according to research presented during the 2008 American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, in Chicago, IL.*

The study, authored by Canadian researchers at the University of Ottawa, found that in eleven isolates of three separate biofilms (Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and methicicillin-resistant and -suseptible Staphylococcus aureus), honey was significantly more effective in killing both planktonic and biofilm-grown forms of the bacteria, compared with the rate of bactericide by antibiotics commonly used against the bacteria.

Given the historical uses of honey in some cultures as a homeopathic treatment for bad wound infections, the authors conclude that their findings may hold important clinical implications in the treatment of refractory chronic rhinosinusitis, with topical treatment a possibility.

Chronic rhinosinusitis affects approximately 31 million people each year in the United States alone, costing over $4 billion in direct health expenditures and lost workplace productivity. It is among the three most common chronic diseases in all of North America.

*Title: Effectiveness of Honey on S. aureus and P. aeruginosa Biofilms. Authors: Talal Alandejani, MD (presenter); Joseph G. Marsan, MD; Wendy Ferris, BSc, MLT, MSc; Robert Slinger; Frank Chan, PhD. Date: September 23, 2008.


Article extracted from http://www.sciencedaily.com
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Adapted from materials provided by American Academy of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery, via EurekAlert!, a service of AAAS.

Tomato Chetney

Southindian Style
Cut 2 big ripe tomatoes, 1 smallbunch corriender leaves, 1 big onion ,5 green chillies. Heat a kadai and saute onion cut into small slices, tomatoes,greenchilies and finally corriender leaves washed and cleaned. Allow it to cool and add 1 teaspoon salt. Grind it in a mixer. You can have it as an accompliment to idly,dosa, and pongal. Heat 1 teaspoon oil and add mustard seeds allow it to splutter and add the ground paste. cook in slim fire and mix it throughly till it reaches the jam consistency. Cool and store it an airtight container, refrigerate. Tastes well as a side dish for curd rice and other variety rice. can mix with steamed rice and have it as a tomato rice with potato chips