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The medical field has shown that laughter really get to make your body maintain good health.

Ever heard the expression, “Laughter is the best medicine”? The truth is that when you laugh, several positive things happen.

Your muscles are relaxed, the hormones produced by stress are reduced, you forget the pain, the body’s immune system improvement.

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Since ancient times, man has always wanted to live longer and better, without accepting the changes that time and age are having on their health both physically and emotionally lead to aging, and death. Diseases, illnesses, losses are processes difficult to accept in today’s culture that wants to live an eternal youth.

Different age groups are distributed life-cycle periods are not watertight compartments that have remained entrenched throughout history and among different civilizations and cultures. Rather, they have been great elasticity, surrounding himself with powers and segments according to the circumstances and interests of each type of social organization and at any given time.

Each historical period for each age has had a meaning and a certain requirements. For example, the prototypical values of youth, traditionally taken as a mere transit or learning for subsequent adult life, end up becoming an independent value, capable of prestige with his own imprint “as a kind of new King Midas – the rest of the ages. And in the opposite way, old age, previously considered as a source of prestige and wisdom, is stigmatized in their specific traditional values, oriented the same way by this mark of collective civilization. A determining factor in this process has been to increase the longevity or life expectancy, and their qualitative conditions, leading to a lengthening of their youth. Read the rest of this entry »

The International Society for Health and Human Rights is an association for health professionals working with individuals and communities affected by violations of human rights.

Our goal is to gather knowledge on the effects of violations of human rights in mental health, exchange experiences and information on treatment methods, psychosocial and psychological care and contribute to the development of psychosocial interventions in individual and community. The International Society is an international company which also operates at the regional level, with members from over 50 countries and ruban and rural regions around the world. Read the rest of this entry »

For decades, scientists have analyzed this folk remedy and postulated that tryptophan, an amino acid that is found in milk (and other foods like turkey, lobster, spinach, bananas, etc.. ), could be responsible for its supposed soporific effects.

Studies have shown that when the tryptophans are released into the brain, they produce serotonin (a neurotransmitter that stimulates the serenity). But when milk and other foods rich in tryptophan were tested, they failed to affect sleep patterns.

Foods containing tryptophan does not produce the hypnotic effects tryptophan as pure fact. The reason is that other amino acids are also found in these foods are a competition to enter the brain.

Drink warm milk (with honey for example) at the time of going to bed could be very comforting, but no rigorous study has been proven to increase production of serotonin promotes sleep. Whatever happens, drinking warm milk before bedtime can help you sleep better, especially for the elderly, since it determines your state of mind to prepare to sleep better (as if s ‘acting with a placebo).

It is essential to adopt a balanced diet by reducing the possible consumption of “bad fats”, that is to say reducing consumption of foods that contain cholesterol and saturated fats such as fatty meats, the butter, cream, fat cheese, eggs, fried foods, meats.

Then we must reduce foods that are sources of “trans fat” that can be identified by the words “partially hydrogenated vegetable oil” listed on food packaging. Found in this category the following foods: margarine, crisps, cereal trade, cookies, donuts, pastries, which contain vegetable shortening, etc.

By reducing the consumption of “bad fats”, then we must use food sources of “good fats” that is to say: olive oil first cold pressed, soybean oil. Some oils available as supplements, in capsules, as evening primrose oil and lecithin. The oil of flaxseed and salmon provide an intake of essential fatty acids omega-3. The grains also provide numbers of protective nutrients of the cardiovascular system.

Foods rich in soluble fiber reduce blood cholesterol effective in neutralizing the intestine. In this way cholesterol is not reabsorbed as profit provides a reduced risk of clogged arteries and angina pectoris.

It is important to consume foods with soy as the phytochemicals contained soybeans (isoflavones, genistein, daidzein) would provide protective effects in the cardiovascular system.

Eat plenty of fruits, especially berries such as raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries and bilberries, which are particularly effective against free radicals responsible for the deterioration of the cardiovascular system. Tropical fruit, ripe, such as papayas and mangoes are also champions in the category of protective food and a health guarantee.

In a human flu, the following symptoms are most often observed: fever, local pain felt in the skull, cough, throat inflammation, muscle pain, physical fatigue, anorexia. Eating certain foods can help fight the flu by strengthening the immune system. You can take this food :

Food to eat to combat bird No. 1) Ginger
Stomach pain? Nausea? Diarrhea? Ginger is a home remedy often used to relieve these symptoms. Some studies suggest that ginger may help fight against inflammation. Try adding freshly grated ginger powder or other food or drink soda ginger (such as Canada Dry, adding to your glass a few pieces of ginger if you want to enhance the taste of ginger) .

Food to eat to combat bird No. 2) Hot tea
Green tea and black tea ofrrent antioxidants that help fight against diseases. And breathe the vapor of tea can help relieve congestion. Add one teaspoon of honey and a little lemon juice to relieve sore throat. If the caffeine in tea bothers you, choose the versions of decaffeinated tea or herbal tea.

Food to eat to combat avian No. 3) Banana
Sliced, crushed or whole banana treats stomach gently. The banana is the food that will solve your problems if you have symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Bananas with rice, applesauce and toast foods are recommended by doctors to recover from a stomach flu (the another name for gastroenteritis or gastroenteritis) and to be ready for new foods solid.

To preserve the signs of time, skin needs vitamins and minerals very specific. Small inventory of the best anti-aging foods.
Objective: Minimize the impact of free radicals

Years pass, fatigue, stress, pollution, UV, tobacco … All these factors increase the production of free radicals, natural enemies of the skin which they accelerate aging. But the body knows how to defend. His weapons? Antioxidants, also called anti-free radicals, which are found in the diet as vitamins, trace elements, polyphenols …
Fruits and vegetables

Because they are rich in vitamin C which, besides its anti-oxidant, is involved in collagen formation, fruit and vegetables contribute to the brightness and tone the skin. To cover your needs for vitamin C, eat at least once a day a kiwi, a grapefruit, an orange, 2 clementines or drink a glass of freshly squeezed citrus. Also increase your consumption of fruits and vegetables rich in carotenoids, which are another way to fight against cellular aging. They are found in large quantities in tomatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, broccoli or red fruit. Finally, think of prunes, rhubarb, lawyers and bananas are rich in potassium, another known antioxidant.
Wholegrains

Vitamin E, flavonoids, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese … Cereals are an important source of antioxidants. But they are concentrated mainly in their envelope. Therefore it is recommended to choose whole grains and prefer bulgur and brown rice pasta and white rice. In the morning, replace refined grains and enriched with oatmeal and stick with sourdough bread, rye … A flat, however, whole grains can irritate the intestines more sensitive. Better then not to eat every day.
The fish and white meat

Various studies have shown that wrinkles and dry skin would pair with a high consumption of red meat and sausages. Regular consumption of fish, ideally 3 times a week, seems to have a beneficial impact on the appearance of the skin. The seafood is indeed very rich in vitamin C, vitamin E and polyphenols but also trace elements such as selenium, copper, zinc and manganese. No question as to forgo meat. But opt for white meat. They are a source of cysteine, an amino acid with antioxidant properties.
Chocolate

Wealth of antioxidants, chocolate alone provides potassium, carotenoids and especially vitamin E, a vitamin essential to the fight against aging we are often deficient. To enjoy all these benefits without jeopardizing your online chew 2 squares of dark chocolate (60% cocoa minimum) per day.
Green tea

If it contains flavonoids, polyphenols, vitamins A, C and E known for their action against aging skin is primarily its high tannin content which makes a champion anti-aging. To enjoy its benefits, drink at least 3 cups a day, preferring tea leaves, whole or broken with tea bags.

Insect bites are painful and sometimes dangerous as the insect but also the location of the bite. For a stopgap, it is best to take the right actions from the first moment but as far as possible to avoid bites.

The bites of mosquitoes and horseflies

The bites of mosquitoes and horse flies are among the most common and harmless in our region each summer.

Mosquitoes and horseflies bite to eat, they suck blood and leave after their passage no sting or poison bag.

Unpleasant at the time, they are rarely dangerous unless allergies.

Generally, the mosquito and horsefly bite on areas with few chairs, where venous access is easier (ankles, wrists, behind knees …).

Easily recognizable, the mosquito bite causes severe itching instantly followed by the appearance of a very small localized swelling. The horsefly bite causes almost the same effect as a wasp sting (swelling without itching).

Pain and swelling usually go out spontaneously after a few hours as well for mosquitoes as gadflies.

First aid on a mosquito bite are to limit the effects of itching. Indeed, the main risk for a mosquito bite is to scratch until blood and increase the likelihood of infection. To reduce itching, many antihistamines are creams sold in pharmacies. When the bite becomes infected, the application of an antiseptic cream may prove to be necessary.

In preventative mode, anointed with a product containing citronella offers a good level of protection. The lemon acts as a repellent.

In countries where malaria risk is common, mosquito bites should be avoided whenever possible.

The reactions to stressors may be manifested by nervousness, irritability, insomnia, fatigue, headaches, anxiety. But the answer is sometimes a more acute when there is abdominal pain, myocardial infarction, hypertension, and even tumors.
Two main systems involved in these reactions

The nervous system: its stimulation leads to the secretion of hormones, catecholamines, and particularly one of them, adrenaline. This reaction is very fast and very brutal.

The endocrine system at a much slower response, it secretes cortisone.
The implementation of these systems may induce cardiovascular, digestive and metabolic

The cardio-vascular events are characterized in particular by accelerating the heart rate and increased blood flow. The release cortisone will result in a malfunction of the immune system or certain stomach ulcers.

Stress has an action whose significance we are not yet well known, the mechanisms of host defense, immune resources. Studies show that highly stressed individuals (death of spouse, unemployment ,…) have a significant decrease in blood lymphocytes, cells responsible for producing antibodies. Therefore, being under stress makes it more vulnerable to infections. You can easily notice about yourself: when you are wrong in your skin, you catch the flu more easily, sore throat or sinusitis. Conversely, if you’re fit, you will not be affected by viral infections, even if everyone around you is sick.

Heart disease, respiratory, digestive, but also anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, headaches, infections, not to mention accidents more common among people anxious in fact, it would go around talking to the pathology of stress symptoms, and is true that it by changing the nervous and hormonal balance of the body can cause many diseases.

But this does not mean that stress is the universal cause of disease: it would be too simple, and it is completely false. Influenza, for example, is caused by a virus, but the decline in natural immunity caused by stress makes them more sensitive. Similarly, we now know that the head of the ulcer of the stomach, while the stress has long been alleged, is actually a bacterium, Helicobacter pylori: the stress is not the cause of the disease at most a contributing factor.

It is especially important to realize that it is illusory to try to cure diseases one by one, without taking into account the situation where you are. If you have recurrent headaches, it is perhaps not necessary to constantly dangerous and expensive drugs. It is often useful to resolve the conflicts of daily life, sometimes the cause of this headache. Please talk to your doctor: you will see that many diseases disappear like magic when you feel better about yourself.