Half of the children afraid to return to school on September 1

Almost half of the children afraid to return to school on September 1 as sociologists have found. And this is not surprising if the same survey showed that every third student is the subject of bullying.

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Commissioned by the British TV show This Morning opinion poll showed that 48 children who September 1 will again sit at desks in classrooms, terrified at the prospect of back to school . And it is not only that they do not want to forget the summer break and start again cram books. Nearly a third of children are subjected to systematic harassment in school, and 60% of parents are afraid of their offspring will scoff classmates.

Fear of harassment takes first place among the reasons why children do not want back to school . Only in the second and third are the exams and as homework. Almost 20% of parents admitted that their children suffer from stress associated with exams, and almost half of the adults surveyed believe that teachers ask their children at home too much.

Waves and the parents of the occasion of the new academic year. But their main fear is connected with Immediate danger to life and health. Fathers and mothers are afraid that they will become the victims of rapists and murderers, so three-quarters of adults going to meet their children on the way home. Equally frightening poll show that both children and parents with a huge anxiously awaiting September 1 and the majority does not feel about the new school year, no positive emotions. (READ MORE)

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Sergei Bezrukov rested with the illegitimate son

Recently, the actor arrived at the dacha outside Moscow to parents who have been staying for a long time his year-old son Ivan. According to the portal Super, the child's mother, Kristina Smirnova peterburzhenka, drove the baby to relatives on the paternal line for the whole summer, but due to his workload dad Ivan rarely see his son.

Serzey Bezrukov

Maybe that's why Sergey Bezrukov Playing with the child, not really looking around. And in vain - for a symbolic fence suburban area guarded by paparazzi, who now and then clicked the lens.

The result was obtained rare footage of an actor is depicted together with the illegitimate son. "Sergei did not leave the boy, played all the time with him and laugh," - shared memories correspondents portal specializing in secular sensations.

For the young actor and his offspring with pleasure and awe watching his parents. Vitaly and Nadezhda tried not to interfere with communication between father and son, the more that Bezrukov, Jr. on the same night had to go to Moscow.

"Interestingly, in the actor's visit to his parents he was not accompanied by his wife, who usually does not leave a spouse," - sarcastically noted journalists of the edition, first reported that Sergei and Irina Bezrukov have "skeletons in the closet."

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The fact that the People's Artist of the Russian Federation have illegitimate children, it became known a month ago, but the star spouse still can not comment on this information. "We do not make their privacy into the public domain," - said in a statement posted on the official website of Sergei Bezrukov. (READ MORE)

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The United States ranked first in the number of children killed

UN Children's Fund, UNICEF issued a report, "Hidden in plain sight for all", which resulted in the shocking data on violence against minors. According to the organization, in 2012 at the hands of adults killed 95,000 children in 190 countries, and most of all crimes in the countries of Western Europe and North America have been committed on the territory of the United States.

Physical abuse of a child

According to experts, the murder is by far the leading cause of death of juvenile males aged 10 to 19 years in Latin America, the Caribbean and West and Central Africa. The worst situation is in Nigeria - where the physical violence in 2012, the year died 13 thousand children, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, El Salvador, Guatemala and Brazil only slightly behind on this indicator.

As for the US, in the territory of the country two years ago killed 3,000 pupils and students up to 20 years. Thus, the government leader in the transatlantic antireytinge "civilized" countries. "For every 100 thousand victims there are four child or young person", - experts say.

In Central and Eastern Europe, including the CIS, the situation is much less crime - the killing of children   there occur much less frequently. So, for a year have died a violent death there is only 1, 5 thousand minors, the report said.

The fact of the topic:
UNICEF staff who worked on the creation of the document "hidden in plain sight for all", stated that 17% of children from 58 countries around the world are regularly subjected to physical punishment, and at least three out of ten parents believe that to raise a child need not only a carrot but also whip.

Equally shocking figures are the experts to analyze the number of cases of sexual violence against minors. "In 2012, he underwent 120 million girls and young women under the age of 20 years" - the researchers reported.

In addition, about 84 million married adolescents in African and Asian countries almost every day suffer beatings, curses and insults from the couple. "At the same time in Afghanistan, Jordan, Mali, and such behavior is the stronger sex is the norm," - said representatives of the world-famous children's fund. (READ MORE)

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Young adults without children understand words

The work of scientists from the University of Washington was the first study to provide evidence that Kids aged a little more than one year are already able to "read" the emotions of adults people using only visual perception. Conclusions experts point out that the ability to self-control in children is detected at a very early age - and on how to lead Kids themselves can judge how successful they will be in the future studies.

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  Self-control, which formed in the first three years of life, psychologists consider essential skill. According to the authors, the beginnings of self-control are available from Most babies 15 months of age, so the crumbs have able to regulate their behavior depending on the situation.

"Small children understand the motives of the people around them through signals from the visual perception and emotion, "- the researchers report in this issue Psych Central.

 
  During the experiment children motivated first room of the game, showing them toys that are published a variety of sounds. Then the eyes of the kids one adult I began to manipulate toys with sound and the other complained noise produced by typical gestures.
 
  When the angry man I leave the room or turn his back to the children, which finally allowed play, they grab the toy and copy actions that show them in the demonstration. If dissatisfied with the party remained sounding toys in the room, but kept a neutral expression, most kids It fluctuated almost 4 seconds before touching a toy. Furthermore, taking her hands, children are no longer sought as amicably as before, repeating steps experimenter. Many did not make manipulation of the toy that could call sounds, and with them the wrath of the second adult.
 
  Scientists came to the conclusion that kids not only understand the motives of the people around them expressed nonverbal, but also exhibit individual differences, which can predict their future school readiness. Experts believe that in the extent to which children are likely to ignore the anger of others, directly affects the formation of such qualities as impulsiveness. (READ MORE)

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Walking will help the child learn to read faster

If you want your child to learn to read faster better often leads him to walk in the park. Physically active children have more advanced language skills, as scientists have found the University of Illinois in the United States.

The ability to read

American researchers have found that physically active   children have more fast response of the brain than their peers, lead less sedentary life. Children who moves a lot, and there are better language skills and ability to read Even if they are reading the wrong sentence. This finding may explain why Physical activity   people are more smart, experts say.

The ability to read

However, these studies do not prove that physical activity leads to higher achievement in school. In his the researchers used electroencephalography, in which electrodes are attached to the head for fixing the electrical impulses associated with brain activity. This diagnostic tool has allowed to see how brain wave change depending on various objectives, such as the reading.

It was found that in reading the wrong or no sense offers certain brain waves are more active than in the case, if the offer sounds right. The researchers studied two kinds of waves brain and found that physically active children have a more pronounced wave amplitude of reading meaningful and meaningless sentences. In other words, moving the children process information more quickly than their less active peers, and hence their ability reading   It is growing stronger. (READ MORE)

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Drugs against Alzheimer's disease tested on mice

The Georgetown University researchers, concerned about the number of complications after taking medicines for Alzheimer's disease, are back to experiments on laboratory mice. During the experiments, they were able to find out what the problem was in the swelling of the brain as a result of the aggressive reaction of the body to the drug.

Also, scientists have found that administration of the drug with beta-amyloid in the late stage of Alzheimer's triggers an immune response, which can be avoided if the drug administered to generate antibodies as early as possible when amyloid deposits are still small.

Observations of the experimental mice showed that the earlier start to use of the drug (in the early stages of the disease), the easier reaction to a medicine, and the faster the visible improvements occur.

Studies have indicated, first, the need for more careful monitoring of the brain in patients taking drugs for Alzheimer's disease, and secondly, gave rise to more intensive treatment in the early stages of the disease in those cases when it was possible to identify excess amyloid during.

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In the United States intends to parents of children infected with varicella-zoster virus

Caring parents, fearing problems after vaccination, deliberately infect their children varicella (chickenpox).

The logic of their actions was simple - so that the child had chickenpox as a child and received immunity as an adult chicken pox, are more serious and can be fatal.

Vaccinations they avoided. Helped mountain physicians in this enterprising couple sold through its Internet site infected with chickenpox lollipops.

Goods are delivered by mail. Cost of goodies was 50 dollars. Oddly enough, but the goods were in great demand.

The media published a warning that sending mail virus is a criminal offense and punishable by law.

Jerry Martin, US Attorney Tennessee, commented: "If you do this, you not only expose innocent people at risk of infection by dangerous viruses and diseases, but they themselves run the risk of being subjected to criminal prosecution."

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Rihanna concert jumped due to laryngitis

Pop star Rihanna was forced to abort the tour Diamonds World Tour and cancel the performance in Boston due to illness. Doctors diagnosed the girl laryngitis.

The new world tour Rihanna began only last Friday, but it has had to make changes. On Sunday canceled a concert of pop star in Boston. As reported, at the P ianny   found laryngitis   - Inflammation of the throat caused by colds or infectious diseases. Promoter Live Nation singer's company issued a statement saying that a celebrity can not sing.

"Unfortunately, just after their first concert in the framework of Diamonds World Tour on Friday, which were sold all the tickets, Rihanna I caught laryngitis - Said in a statement. - According to doctors, it can not in a position to act. Therefore, we are forced to cancel a concert in Boston on Sunday. "

A little later, she happened to Rihanna commented, "Twitter": "I hate to disappoint the people who have never let me down !!! - wrote the singer. - I'm so ashamed of what happened! Thank you for your prayers and good wishes. Boston for me it is a very difficult decision! I think that I have waited for this day forever, and now I am very sad that all canceled. "

On Tuesday, Rihanna is to give a concert in Baltimore, but it remains unclear whether it will allow it to make the state of health. If laryngitis patients are advised not to strain your vocal cords and remain silent until recovery - you can not even speak in a whisper (whisper when ligaments are stressed as much). Also, doctors prescribe alkaline oil inhalations, rinse and antihistamines. From a diet exclude sharp, salty, very hot or very cold food. You can not drink alcoholic beverages.

This disease is widespread among people who by virtue of their profession often strain the vocal cords. For example, among the radio presenters, speakers, teachers or singers. (READ MORE)

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Start of menopause: how to stay calm and beautiful?

Start of menopause - a kind of a reference point from which to start retirement. Female body stops producing estrogen, protect blood vessels and heart, so ladies aged should be carefully monitored for health. Atherosclerosis, osteoporosis, tumor diseases - all of these are the most common ailments of those over 50, developed symptoms. Therefore, older women must be several times a year to go to the doctor.

Typically, menopause "knocking on doors" women who have recently celebrated its fiftieth anniversary (plus / minus 5 years). Gynecologists say that those to whom he came in time, menopause is much easier to tolerate those who ended early menstruation (before the age of 40 years). Due to the cessation of menstruation (or, rather, because of the lack of estrogen), they begin to age rapidly, losing their shape old form, thinning hair, and the skin "dries."

Stop these processes can hormone replacement therapy. It takes place before and after menopause. The hormones that are identical to those ovaries to produce before the start of menopause, soften the restructuring process of the female body, making it a gradual and painless. With this therapy in the fairer sex lasts longer beauty, physical health and mental capacity.

Start of menopause   - An occasion to pass a complete physical examination, including a visit offices of mammalogy and gynecologist. Women should remember that some diseases can be diagnosed only after a thorough examination.
If the woman does not lose sexual appetite "to the last", it can enter the risk of cancer (breast and ovarian cancer). Therefore, it needs to be checked more often than others. Psychologists, in turn, remind: the more active life position of women and the more her interest, the easier they are suffering menopause. The most important thing - it's a joy to watch in the future and not look back sadly.

The first symptoms of menopause

Despite the fact that they do not appear at all women, some can be considered similar to natural menopause. The vast majority of women experience the so-called hot flashes (sudden feeling of heat that spreads over the upper half of the body and may be accompanied by redness of the face and sweating). The frequency and intensity of hot flashes varies.
Also, women complain: irregular menstrual cycles, insomnia, mood swings, depression, rapid heartbeat, headache. Can meet the complaints and incontinence, to weaken the sex drive, weight gain.

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Overweight - a cure for menopause

Doctors from the British Institute of Cancer Research concluded that the extra weight that a woman gathers in his youth, push menopause for at least a year.

Led the study Dr. Danil Morris believes that the factors which are usually associated with early onset of menopause - such as genetics and women's lack of children - are not actually defined. These reasons early menopause   It has been formulated in the course of investigations, which were carried out by experts in previous years. According to Morris, they are inconclusive and require retesting.

Data from the Institute of Cancer Research, show that the greatest influence on hormonal balance in the female body in adulthood has smoking. An avid lover of tobacco   early menopause   guaranteed: menopause in smokers, on average, started two years earlier than the rest.

"At the same time, overweight, on the contrary, postponing the arrival of menopause, on average for the year," - said Dr. Daniel Morris.

  As evidence, the expert cites more than 50 000 women aged 40-98 years. This statistic indicates that women who received about 14 kilograms of 20-30 years, faced with menopause a year later than the others. In addition, later menopause was observed in the study participants who regularly consumed red wine aged 25-49 years (two doses or less) and go to the gym in 30-49 years. It is also able to delay the onset of menopause mothers of three or more children.

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Menopause begins when the number of ovarian follicles in a woman's body falls below a certain point. Do the residents of the US and Europe, it usually occurs in 48-52 years.

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In matters of orgasm men - selfish

More than 85% of men believe that during their last sexual partner experienced an orgasm. Alas, we agree with them only 64% of women. Where does this difference?

It is a curious discrepancy in testimony discovered American researchers who have studied features sex life   men and women. Experts are convinced that the explanation of this phenomenon is simple - men are selfish. During intercourse, they seek primarily to test themselves orgasm And the needs of the partner is not paying attention.

The researchers also found that men often experience orgasm   for vaginal penetration, while women achieve orgasm during other sexual activity. These surveys were conducted by experts from the University of Indiana documented the sexual feelings and condom use 5865 people aged 14 to 94 years.

It was found in particular that although the number of men is firmly tied to the "routine" in bed (the position of number one and number two position), and among them there is a large number of those who like to experiment. 7% of women and 8% of men identified themselves as gay, lesbian or bisexual, and also stated that the practice of 41 different combination of sexual acts. This is the most surprising, and scientists from Indiana, who did not expect that after turning off the lights in the bedrooms US begins a incredible variety.

Fortunately, the young Americans using condoms finally become the norm. Safe regularly 80% of adolescents aged 14 to 17 - 80% of girls and 69% boys. And the least likely to use condoms than 40 people, and it shows that it is in this age group is now necessary to strengthen sex education.

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Food poisoning: 10 rules of self-defense

99% of cases of food poisoning do not entail serious consequences and ends in two days. However, as practice shows, dozens of poisoning lead to hospitalizations, and hundreds of thousands - to deaths

That summer because of hot weather, food poisoning have become almost the main scourge of the Russians. The risk group such as children, who for a long time remain in camps, where there are always perfectly comply with sanitary norms and adults who go through the resorts and there may be poisoned food or alcohol. In the heat of perishable and improperly stored foods pose a special danger and avoid the unfortunate consequences can be very difficult.

However, there are simple guidelines, observing that you can best protect themselves from diseases associated with food.

1. Do not leave at room temperature to lay the food that needs to be frozen. Immediately remove it in the refrigerator. If the product is spoiled, it can cause poisoning.

2. Do not defrost food on the kitchen table, on which you then plan to cook. To defrost, you can use a refrigerator, a sink with cold water or microwave, writes Medikforum.ru.

3. Never marinate foods at room temperature. Also it is necessary to be careful with raw meat, fish and eggs - these products must be heat-treated.

4. Keep food in the refrigerator. Do not eat dairy products or cooked meat, if they are more than two hours outside the refrigerator.

5. The food must be protected from insects, rodents and other animals, as they are often carriers of pathogenic microorganisms that can cause food poisoning. For reliable protection products store them in airtight jars or containers.

6.Moyte hand at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water. Especially recommended to wash hands thoroughly before taking raw food and after eating. Also, hands should be washed after every exit from the house, or if you touch the garbage, for a moment ran out into the street, went to public transport.

7. Clean - the guarantee of health and poisoning the enemy. As often as possible, wipe all kitchen surfaces, especially before and after cooking.

Also, do not eat unwashed fruits and vegetables. If you have your own garden, and you are absolutely sure of its purity, it is not necessary to play with the fate - rinse their crop before it reaches the table. Purchased foods should be washed with doubled efforts.

8. Discard the "suspect" products. In the sun and hot weather food spoil in a few hours and quickly become dangerous for health. It is not recommended to take with you to the beach with boiled sausage sandwiches. Also, for their own safety is better to abandon a snack food from the stalls. The street stalls raw foods often lie next to the ready-made, so the blood and juices from raw food can get to the ones that are ready for use.

You just have to buy products in stores with refrigerators. Sausages choose vacuum packed, and it is not necessary to experiment with eating raw eggs, even if they brought a familiar neighbor, and it also says that they are very fresh.

In large stores, pay attention to the date of implementation of the final product, especially dairy products. Do not hesitate to smell the food - if the smell seems strange, it is better to abandon this product.

9. In the summer discard alkaline drinks and pastries with a high content of soda. Detonation is that pernicious microbes actively multiply in the intestine is in an alkaline medium, with the acidic environment for them ruinous.

In hot weather, it is recommended to drink acidic drinks - water with lemon, fruit, cranberry and cranberry fruit drinks, jelly, tea Hibiscus. In cases of serious poisoning of the acidic environment in the gut will not play a decisive role, but in general the risk of intestinal infections decreased.

10. One of the most common mistakes when poisoning is a method of "strengthening" of funds. If you feel the anxiety in the stomach, you should not immediately resort to drugs as a small diarrhea mechanically removes the body of microorganisms and their toxins. Wait for the first 2-3 hours, doing nothing.

If discomfort passed, and you just get worse, new symptoms of poisoning (vomiting, fever, chills, weakness), then call your doctor - self-intestinal infections is not an option, a specialist rather determine how serious the poisoning, prescribe medications and proper treatment.

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The blame for the obesity epidemic antibiotics

Antibiotics are directly linked with the development of obesity and the appearance of excess weight in children and adults. These are the findings of scientists from New York University.

The researchers found that indirect blame for the epidemic obesity   the country must take the American farmers. They inflated livestock feed antibiotics To improve obesity animals. But under the influence of these drugs in the digestive system of cows begin change. The balance of beneficial microorganisms is disrupted, affecting the metabolism.

Then, the meat foods obtained in children and adults. And its use can affect the human body, it is also violating its metabolism, ie, leading to accumulation of fat. This becomes a cause of obesity, as well as obesity . Note that in the EU has long prohibited the use of antibiotics to increase the weight of cattle, but American farmers are still subjected to their cows therapeutic doses of drugs in this group. Because of what many cows develop resistance to all sorts of bacteria and infections.

Not much of a threat to a person's weight are those antibiotics, he gets directly at the very young age. Thus, health surveillance 11 thousand British children showed that those who received antibiotics before reaching six months later had a greater body mass index than their peers. For three years these children at 22% risk of being enrolled in the category of owners of overweight.

But the use of antibiotics in age from six months to 14 months did not affect much on the subsequent risk of obesity.

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Hair conditioner eliminates the lice better than drugs

Lice problem can be solved by conventional hair conditioner. Scientists have found that it destroys the larvae of lice with the same efficiency, as well as specialized, expensive products.

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Those who are faced with lice , Had to deal with special means for the treatment of hair, has an unpleasant odor and consistency. Sometimes they are required to apply to the hair and hold there for a few minutes. Lice larvae are removed are not always as they are very tenacious hold on to the hair, and a person has to go through the sanitation time and again (and in some cases completely shave).

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But this process does not have to be so unpleasant. The journal Journal of Medical Entomology Belgian scientists published a study that found that the purchase of expensive specialized products to combat lice   - Throwing money down the drain. Lice and their larvae can effectively get rid of using the usual hair conditioner .

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In the study, researchers collected 605 hair samples from 6 children. Each hair was the larva, of which 14 contained dead embryos, and the rest were already empty. Scientists have tried to remove the larvae from the hair after washing them first conventional air conditioner, and then an expensive special tool against lice. It turned out that both of these products gives exactly the same positive effect.

By the way, in recent years, experts say lice epidemic among young people, which, in their view, explains the popularity of self-type photos. To take a self pair young people often touch their heads, and lice are able to move to other habitats. (READ MORE)

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Holidays are coming - and the new epidemic of lice

Traditionally at the end of vacation time doctors have seen an upsurge of morbidity in children with lice. Therefore, it is important for parents to be aware of the danger of lice and to take measures in advance.

At risk is not only the boys from dysfunctional families, in which, for obvious reasons, did not observe basic rules of personal hygiene. The risk for all children at all. You can become infected:
- During a joint walk,
- Using comb patient
- Putting on his hat,
- On the train, when to sleep on a pillow, which previously lay sick lice.

Often children bring lice from children's summer camps, or with the school "site" as the summer - the most favorable time for the surge lice   children. If lice have appeared, traditional medicine recommends a compress with a mixture of kerosene and cooking oil in equal amounts. It is kept on the head for 10 hours, then washed hair with hot water and soap. The nits are removed, they are often vychesyvaya scallops with cotton wool soaked in vinegar.

Of course, there are ways easier - drugs and medicated shampoos that are sold in pharmacies - for example, 10% or 5% sulfuric ointment or benzyl benzoate ointment, "Nittifor", "Spray-Pax", comb AntiV and many others. Last novelty in this area - bezinsektitsidny shampoo "Paranit." The makers claim that it does not cause resistance (resistance) in insects and is completely safe for children over 3 years. Furthermore, it is harmful to human insecticides. The shampoo is applied to dry hair to state their complete wetting; left only 10 minutes, then wash the head as usual shampoo and combed special comb with frequent metal teeth, which comes bundled with shampoo.

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Make it a rule once a week to examine the baby's head, as if he had returned from summer camp or kindergarten, it should be made mandatory, not relying on a full-time nurse. If the child care during the medical examination found cases of head lice, treat the scalp of the child with special means for prevention. The same must be done if the lice have been found in some of the family members.

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As the pace of obesity Russia ahead of Europe

This sad fact was ascertained domestic nutritionists during a press conference in Moscow. According to experts, Russia is getting fatter, mainly due to women - the number of the fairer sex, suffering from obesity, it sure beats many European countries.

Gathered in Moscow doctors regretfully acknowledged that among the Russians are more and more overweight. Overweight is observed in half of the population, while more than 25% of Russians there is an obvious obesity, said the director of Institute of Nutrition, the chief specialist of the Ministry of Health nutritionist Victor Tutelian.

Another expert from the Institute of Nutrition, Alexander Baturin said that another five or seven years ago in Russia obesity affects about 23% of the population, according to doctors, the pace at which our people are gaining weight, so high that outperform similar rates in Europe. Especially in this sense zealous woman. According to Baturin, our compatriots abuse calorie food, which few vitamins and minerals. Such food abundance of energy that exceeds the one that consumes energy throughout the day. Given the low physical activity that leads to obesity - males process is the same, but they do it is not so active. But it is, above all, is the cause of cardiovascular disease, certain cancers and diabetes.

To cope with the problem of excess weight helps, above all, the correct and regular meals, MD, professor of Institute of Nutrition Alla Pogozheva, in particular, pointed out that to get rid of excess weight should be gradually and eat - balanced.

"A balanced diet - one in which a certain amount of combined proteins, fats and carbohydrates. This is about 1: 1: 4 by weight. Therefore, if we exclude any one of these components or severely restrict, the food becomes unbalanced and leads to various metabolic disorders, "- said Pogozheva.

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Reveal hidden schizophrenic, you can use the test

The work of researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine may be the solution to a long-term serious problems in the field of psychiatry as a diagnosis "schizophrenia". Scientists have developed a test that detects the risk of the disease in humans, located in schizophrenia and are often unaware of this.

The search for methods to diagnose schizophrenia per se, undertaken by psychiatrists in the past one hundred and fifty years. As an individual disease and, at the same time revealing similar symptoms with other mental pathologies, this disease was and remains a "hard nut to crack" for the specialists - schizophrenia often written off a little clear cases of mental disorders.

According to a leading specialist Alexander Nikalesku School of Medicine, the research team created its genetic test can identify quite accurately propensity to schizophrenia   (if present in humans).

According to reports, schizophrenia develops due to a certain set of genetic variations that have an impact on brain development. Exacerbate this process by environmental factors and stress, which is experiencing the body. When a match is once all the conditions a person may appear paranoia, hallucinations, and disrupt thinking, evidence of the beginning of the disease.

According Nikalesku, currently at the disposal of scientists there is a fairly comprehensive list of genes associated with schizophrenia. New genetic test shows whether the "schizophrenic genes" that a patient. This method for determining the predisposition to the disease was tested on four different groups of people and made more than effective results (were found two people of the three possible). Researchers believe that such testing may be particularly useful for the detection of schizophrenia among those children whose relatives were among the people who already suffer from this disease. However, scientists believe that the presence of the genes can not predetermine the fate of man. The test lets you know if there is a propensity to schizophrenia But whether it will evolve over time, eventually becoming a disease - depends on the individual.

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To cure schizophrenia is not so difficult

British Board of schizophrenia and the National Institute of Health Research provided a grant for a unique project in which people with schizophrenia will be treated with antibiotics.

The ability to cure mental illness with antibiotics is not the first time attracted the attention of doctors - the world's several cases of getting rid of the symptoms of schizophrenia in patients just after receiving this type of medication. British scientists intend to test this method of treatment, and if it really proves to be effective, it will be the first time in medicine treatment of schizophrenia Not requiring painful procedures.

Recall that treatment of schizophrenia   It is one of the most difficult for doctors - the causes and mechanisms of this disease for a long time remained completely unknown and, although in recent years are beginning to unfold, much still remains unclear and confusing. Schizophrenia is recognized as one of the main causes of disability in patients with schizophrenia often diagnosed depression and anxiety disorders is very high risk of alcoholism and drug addiction (40%), part of the social problems in the form of long-term unemployment, poverty and homelessness. Increased risk of suicide, and health problems in schizophrenics have a negative impact on the statistics of life expectancy in these patients is 10-12 years less than people without schizophrenia.

The effectiveness of antibiotic treatment of schizophrenics was identified by chance, after a few schizophrenia patients with pneumonia, took an antibiotic minocycline. A few weeks later they disappeared both diseases, but after discontinuation of the antibiotic the symptoms of mental illness are back again.

Scientists believe that the antibiotic inhibits an inflammatory response, which is associated with the development of schizophrenia.

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Schizophrenia is now put in infancy

Schizophrenia - one of the most common mental disorders - affect every hundredth person in the world. Most cases of schizophrenia are detected as early as adolescence or adulthood. But thanks to the American study, the symptoms of the disease can be dangerous for infants to find.

American Journal of Psychiatry published data from a study of scientists from the University of North Carolina (USA). They argue that abnormalities in the brain   It can be detected in infants a few weeks old.

The researchers used ultrasound equipment to examine brain development in 26 babies born to mothers with schizophrenia . The presence of the parents of this disease increases the risk of ill child 10 times. It was found that these children brain   much increased in size.   Moreover, it referred to the boys - girls abnormalities in brain size was not. This indirectly confirms the fact that schizophrenia   It is more common among men.

The results do not necessarily mean that boys increased brain size   develop schizophrenia . Scientists believe that their study only just begun. Children will be observed for several years.

As the head of the study, John H.Gilmor, professor of psychiatry and director of the Research Center Schizophrenia Early diagnosis abnormalities in the brain   It helps to take preventive measures and to reduce the risk of developing the disease.

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Thrush Breast feeding Why hurt?

This consultation ran strongly in my memory. And when they say "thrush" I always remember this event ...

Natasha has invited a consultant on breastfeeding in order to solve the problem of lack of weight gain of the child. During the 2nd month of life Sasha added only 250 grams

That opened my eyes? The boy lay quietly in his crib and ... sucking his hand, or rather all four fingers, except the thumb, was in his mouth.

- That you always like this? - I asked my mother.

- Yes, when the baby is awake, and even in a dream, he was always with his hand. Do not cry!

- So often it is necessary to give the breast, and that will then allow good.

- Yes, I give ... but only 5 times a day ... because I hurt - my mother said with tears in her eyes.

I expected to see in the cracks of the nipples tortured. But no, there was no injury. Gentle chest with pronounced nipples - to easily make a breast baby. I ask about how and when the chest pain. Mom told me that hurt the capture, then comes relief, but not for long. And the further feeding continues, the greater the growing feeling "like hot bundles pulls in the chest", it becomes impossible to feed. Between feedings skin on the nipple and areola itchy, my mother often does not know where to go ... smears emollient cream for the nipples. It helps for a few minutes, then again itching and burning ...

I have carefully examined the nipple and areola. The skin was like parchment: stretched, dryish. Areola and nipple were pinkish, slightly swollen.

After her mother described the condition and feelings, breast exams there was little doubt that this is a fungal infection, commonly called " thrush breast ".

Thrush - a disease caused by the fungus Candida albicans. Fungus loves milk and place of its generation. Infection can develop in the mouth of the child and on the nipples of nursing mothers. The nipples are pink, the skin on the nipple and areola foliated, itching, burning. The pain may be slightly reduced at applying child, taking showers, airing chest. Lubrication nipple and areola by conventional means from the teat injuries gives relief, but for a short time and does not eliminate the problem. A child can be a perfectly healthy, and also struck a fungal infection (oral cavity and / or the area of ​​the diaper).
Often the hallmark of such problems with the breast is completely painless during lactation (except when thrush occurs immediately after birth). Antibiotics and a history of a mother increases the chances of diabetes thrush nipple.

We try to attach the baby to the breast, no complaints about the correctness of applying I did not have. And the kid, of course, was ready to suck more ... but my mother took him from the chest in 10 minutes. It was unbearably painful.

Of course, in this situation, my mother tried as far as possible to delay the next feeding, and her son carefully in this "help" - sucking his hand.

I advised to consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and prescription of treatment. I support and encourage my mother, that her problem will be solved soon and then I will come to it again as soon as the improvement of the breast.

I showed how to express milk, and encouraged to finish feeding the baby expressed breast until the breast will take medical treatment. We discussed the pumping mode, the mode of feeding and amount of supplementary feeding, hygiene and family during infection of the fungus.

Treatment of breast thrush

Facilitate at the time of the state of mothers can simple home remedies - for example, wash the chest with a weak solution of vinegar. But you must immediately consult your doctor, who may prescribe an antifungal cream for moms, antifungal oral suspension for child medication by mouth, if the local media have no effect, or relapse. Medicaments as recommended creams and suspensions applied to the nipples after feeding.
If treatment is chosen correctly, the improvement should occur within 72 hours. Duration of treatment thrush breast typically about 2 weeks. In addition, it is necessary to restore the normal flora of the body, this will help live yogurt and acidophilus.
Attention! If fungal infection n Elzy freeze expressed milk. You can finish feeding immediately after pumping. By repeating the infection is useful to treat the whole family. It is important to protect the nipple from injury, carefully applying and weaning the baby. The skin of the nipple and areola with thrush is easily injured.

After 10 days, I again visited the family. My visit was more friendly, supportive.

I met a happy mom. Toddler rescued safely in its cradle - sweetly hands crossed on his chest. My mother fed him for a week almost exclusively breastfed every 2 hours. The child disappeared need to suck your hands, because now you can breastfeed without limit! The increase in 10 days was 400 g

Natasha said that the dermatologist has confirmed the diagnosis of fungal infection and appointed an antifungal cream. She was relieved for the second day and began to put the baby more often. Out of pumping and supplementation. We discussed this with my mother, when called up on the phone all the time Natalia was connected. Generally, treatment "thrush" lasts 2 weeks. Mother clearly followed the doctor's prescriptions and does not interrupt processing nipples. Ahead was a few days of treatment. But it does not bother Natalia, she was something to compare.

Preventing breast thrush

1. Proper use of disposable or reusable breast pads, if the milk is leaking.
2. The use of cotton underwear and basic hygiene.
3. Careful treatment of breast pumps and other accessories for komrleniya if Mom uses them.

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Endometriosis and birth control pills: Story 3

March 2013 declared the International Association of endometriosis "Month to raise awareness about endometriosis." So that more people know about this disease, MEDIKFORUM contributes by publishing a series of post-history of our expert gynecologist Oksana Bogdashevskoy about real cases of endometriosis.

Nadenka 33 years. In November 2011 she was first diagnosed with "endometriosis". Almost six years before she complained of abdominal pain.

Nadia married 25 years. Beautiful wedding, beloved husband, a separate apartment. Quickly she became pregnant, and just in time she gave birth to a healthy boy. Milk was slightly, but enough for up to 6 months. Life was good.

Pain began a few years after birth. They then appeared and disappeared, then were quite tolerant, some painful and unbearable. The doctors did not find anything, but tried to help. Nadia conscientiously implement the destination - drank antibiotics, herbs. Several times went to the sanatorium "in the dirt."

My husband also tried to help - drove to the consultation, buy medicines, and even found a good nanny for his son (Nadya sometimes curl so that the care of the growing strength little boy was left). But then anxiety and suspicion gave way to sympathy, coldness. My husband thought that Nadia pretends and plays scene "dying swan" because it does not want to deal with a child, farm, sex. Indeed, the inability to perform "marital duty" irritated him most.

On the next reception at the gynecologist revealed cysts in the ovaries. Cysts were big and suspicious. The doctor strongly recommended surgery. Perhaps it is the need for hospitalization was the last straw for Nadenka husband. A conversation in a raised voice, and her husband filed for divorce.

10 days in the gynecological department of the hospital is very good Nadia spent in a daze. The inspections, procedures, consultation. Strange words frightened Nadenka did not care. Operation since surgery. Before you leave the doctor Nadenka time explaining what is endometriosis, strongly recommended to take birth control pills. What did he know, this strange doctor! What contraceptives, why? Before the trial was two weeks, life is over, who are now required to Nadia 4-year old son in her arms.

But it all goes - the court, the division of property and the rights to participate in the upbringing of the child. Only 3 months Nadia realized that she did not hurt. Menses time, not "poured" and not twisted "letter sic."

Son - cute boy and magic - went to kindergarten. Nadia got pretty dusty diploma and went to work. The salary was modest, but the parents have helped life to normal. Hair, Heels, fresh make-up, bright eyes. It is no wonder that very soon there was a decent man, he offered his hand and heart and all that there still attached. Immediately after the wedding, it was decided to "make a girl".

Nadia came to us after 1, 5 years. Pregnancy does not occur.

- I do not understand! With me no abortion, son, I almost immediately became pregnant, gave birth easily. Husband spermogrammu passed - everything is in order.

From history:
Discovered external genital endometriosis IV degree (endometrioid ovarian cysts 5 and 7 cm, widespread endometriosis Douglas space and vesico-uterine fold.
In the US in both ovaries 3 centimeter education, suspiciously reminiscent of endometrial cysts.

- You prescribed treatment after surgery?

- Yes, I was advised to drink contraceptive, but I was divorced from her husband, and I have a long time did not have sexual relations.

- Now there is no pain?

- What are you, I'm fine. To me in a hospital surgery done about these doctors legends go!

- It is necessary to make diagnostic laparoscopy. Endometriosis often recurs and does not become pregnant. And the pipe will look spaechki disconnected.

From history:
Laparoscopy has been made operational, two-sided conservative cystectomy. Coagulation and excision of endometriosis. Hromogidrotubatsiya - fallopian tubes are passable on both sides.
Histology: Endometrial ovarian cysts.

- Nadia, it is necessary to take hormone preparations 4-6 months. Only then it is possible to get pregnant
- But I was told that I tried right now. What is the best chance to get pregnant immediately after menstruation!

After 4 months there were pain during sexual intercourse, menstruation became more and more painful.

From history:
FSH - 36 3 IU / liter
LH - 8, 8 IU / l
Prolactin - 487 mIU / L
AMG - 0, 5 ng / ml (normal 1-3, 5 ng / ml).
Ovarian reserve is reduced dramatically.

Ovarian reserve - this is a strategic supply of eggs. No suitable eggs - no pregnancy. The examination revealed a regular recurrence of endometriosis.

Nadya sent to the reproductive system. Recommended hormone therapy, which has twice ignored the patient, then IVF with donor eggs.

Does the routine gynecological surgery contribute to early menopause? This is not an idle question. Nothing more carefully than laparoscopy, has not yet been invented. You do not like the answer: laparoscopic surgery disrupts the function of the ovaries and reduce the ovarian reserve .

Electrocoagulation after resection of ovarian cysts lead to disruption of the vascular system of the ovary, and the removal of normal ovarian tissue with endometriotic cyst wall occurs under any surgical technique.

Treatment of Endometriosis exclusively by surgical methods is unacceptable. Implementation of anti-hormone therapy - not a whim and not a fad, it is a necessity.

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Confirmed: energy-saving lamps are dangerous!

American researchers studied the effect of radiation of compact fluorescent lamps, which can be seen today in any Russian office and in homes of Russians. Previously, experts have expressed that such lamps can release a poison, provoking cancer. It looks like the worst assumption really true.

This time, researchers from Stony Brook University found a link between long-term operation of energy-saving lamps in the room, and skin cancer. During the experiment, the researchers were kept under two lamps for four days human skin samples. As a result, the skin cells ceased to grow and change shape, which is for the warning signs of skin cancer. As said study co-author Professor Miriam Rafailovich, unlike the old light bulbs, energy-saving lamps emit radiation like ultraviolet rays.

We know that the sun's rays, especially straight, increases the risk of neoplastic diseases are the main provocateur of skin cancer - radiation damages the DNA in cells, and makes them more susceptible to mutation and cancer. Energy-saving lamps 5 hours using them begin to emit glow that exceeds the daily dose of ultraviolet radiation - that is, act in the same way as the sun after a long stay on the beach. (READ MORE)

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How to start a sex life: the rules of sexual debut for girls

"Fall off the horse, so to raven" - said my wise mother. For the correct start of sexual activity, it needed. Not just any pretty boyfriend, persistent gentleman, and not even the most beautiful boy in the class, which all the girls dreamed. He - a Romeo for Juliet, Tristan to Isolde, Orpheus for Eurydice.

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It happens in our lives only once. That is the only time longing, fear, lust, curiosity create an explosive mixture. First sexual intercourse can become magical and can bring only disappointment and disgust.

Unfortunately, the first sex can not only like it, but to be really dangerous. To obtain gonorrhea, syphilis, or HIV infection, only one times. Do not be fooled by "decent" view of a young man. In order to carry HIV and hepatitis, not have to be a drug addict. Even a nice young man from a good family, it may be a questionable one-time experience of the consequences of which he does not even know.

Rule №1. Take your time. Make sure that it is the person with whom you're ready to share your first time. Ideally - you do not mind to educate children with him and support in grief and joy.

Rule № 2. Do this in good faith, being of sound mind and memory. It is not necessary start having sex While under the influence of alcohol, drugs, coercion and blackmail under the influence ("you love me - prove", "if you do not give, I would be very hurt"). Such situations should be avoided by refusing to questionable companies and entertainment.

Rule № 3. Move from theory to practice. For a successful sexual debut should take some time to enhance their education. Some ideas about human anatomy and physiology can be obtained in high school. On what problems may arise, should know before onset of sexual activity that would take all necessary measures to prevent them.

Actually, the first sexual experience, and for many, many years, there will be two problems: genital infections and unwanted pregnancy.

Explore the possibility of the symptoms, it is necessary knowledge. A condom - the only effective barrier against sexually transmitted infections, use of condoms during each sexual contact from the very beginning to the very end. Take care rules putting condoms on bananas porepetiruyte and carry condoms with them. This good habit could one day save your life.

Be sure to keep a menstrual calendar start. This is not a whim of gynecologists, is a harsh necessity.

Rule № 4. Get rid of illusions.   Remember, the issue of protection from unwanted pregnancy, it is solely a women's issue. Under no circumstances can not be trusted with your life and your future to someone else. Even in the most optimal variant if an unwanted pregnancy ends marriage and childbirth, it is far from a happy ending. Marriages "by aerial" very rarely happy, unplanned births will change not only your life but the lives of your loved ones. Whatever decision was taken, it will affect your life. That woman the risk of infertility, making abortions. This woman may die, nurturing pregnancy and giving birth to an unwanted child. That woman will be a single mother, if the happy family life does not work out. Coitus interruptus does not protect against pregnancy! The younger the woman, the higher her chances of getting pregnant.

Rule № 5. Learn how to separate the wheat from the chaff.   On the Internet you will find a sea of ​​conflicting information. From prevention through "safe days" and slices of lemon to the long and angry opus about the dangers of hormonal contraception. Learn to look for reliable information, do not hesitate to ask questions, to compare the answers, decide whose opinion is trusted. It is possible, you will find many fine doctors who will be able to find a moment or two to share with you the knowledge. Quite possibly, you will begin to recognize the evil trolls from the first line of the message and do not take for granted all that is excavated in the network.

Rule № 6. Prepare a path of retreat.   Take care to advance the search for a physician to whom you can come running on internal reception. Obviously, you may need a gynecologist often - infection, pregnancy diagnosis, selection of a contraceptive method, bursts of "paranoia" doubt. It all starts as soon as the dare "to start."

Rule № 7. Create conditions.   Let your first time to be romantic, tender, memorable. You should have enough time to take the time. The place should be quite secluded and comfortable, what would help you relax. The ability to take a shower is also very important.

If you feel old enough to start adult life - there is no objection. But be prepared for what adulthood - is the adult problems. Ready? Welcome!

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Energy-saving lamps mercury poison

Ecological energy-saving light bulbs, which in Russia is going to soon replace the traditional incandescent bulbs, are dangerous for children and pregnant women. The mercury content in them is 20 times higher than the limit.
With a sensational statement was made by scientists from the Institute of Fraunhofer Wilhelm Klauditz in Germany, who conducted the study energy-saving lamps   commissioned by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency of Germany. It was found that these bulbs are very dangerous for human health. Broken energy-saving lamps   emits unacceptably high mercury levels .

It is 20 times higher than the maximum allowable amount of mercury for indoor, as they say in the study. Scientists particularly emphasize that broken energy saving light bulbs   pose the highest threat to the health of pregnant women, infants and young children. This, above all, talking about compact fluorescent lamps ( CFL ), Which are now promoted as an excellent alternative to traditional incandescent bulbs.

Indeed, the level of consumption of electric energy CFL   much inferior to conventional lamps, saving significant resources (they use just one-fifth of the energy of traditional bulbs). But what about the safety of their health?

German researchers have proved that broken CFL   isolated 7 micrograms mercury per cubic meter of air (mg contained in a 1000 microgram). Meanwhile, officially defined tolerance mercury levels   in the closed space does not exceed 0, 35 micrograms per cubic meter.
"The positive side CFL Associated with the low energy consumption should go hand in hand with security of these lamps to health - says the president of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency in Germany Wilhelm Klauditts. - The presence of mercury is the negative side of the CFL. We need a new production technology energy-saving lamps That will prevent mercury contamination of air. "

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The gardens on the roofs of buses clean the air in cities

In densely populated Spanish cities, in which lack of parks and gardens, there is a unique bus. Their roof redone in small gardens.

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Ecological buses with "blooming roof" will soon be driving through the streets of many cities in Spain to contribute cleaning the air   from carbon dioxide . The model was named PhytoKinetic, and it is already possible to see live in the city of Girona, where tugovato with parks and squares. So far, the passenger carries a prototype, but its creator Mark Granite convinced that such vehicles must be run in a batch production.

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PhytoKinetic very effective in the absorption of harmful atmospheric CO2 ( carbon dioxide ). It is a fully thought-out system that does not require large investments. Spanish buses due to the local climate and air conditioned. Earlier, a condensation dripping onto the asphalt, but in this model it is used for watering the plants on the roof. Watering can be done, both in manual and automatic mode.

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"Urban green areas extremely important for the process of photosynthesis, in which plants absorb CO2 and release oxygen, necessary for air purification We breathe, - says Mark faces. - Urban "light" must grow and develop, together with population growth, but green areas are not always available in the city. PhytoKinetic becomes easy and practical solution. If the City can not find a single meter of free space to plant trees and flowers, we will do it on the roofs of public transport. "

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Grand Prix and his team wants to expand green areas in the city to increase the absorption of carbon dioxide. A converted buses will not only be beneficial for the environment, but also very profitable for the city budget - they already admired by many tourists. (READ MORE)

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Water filter saves lives

Few people agree to drink water from the toilet, even in case of extreme need, but this filter makes it absolutely safe for health. Scientists believe that it can be saved millions of lives.

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The problem of clean drinking water is relevant for people in many African States, whose territory is covered by desert, as well as some Asian countries. The water is worth its weight in gold. Very often people are forced to consume water from unsafe sources for health, leading to outbreaks of infectious diseases, epidemics and deaths.

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22-inch water filter   LifeStraw was originally developed by Danish engineers in 2005 precisely as a solution to the problem of dirty drinking water sources in the Third World, where, because of bad water every 15 seconds a child dies. That same year, the filter was awarded "Best Invention of the Year" by the magazine Time, and later he was awarded the title of "The invention of the century" by Gizmag. In 2006 the New York Times wrote that LifeStraw able to get rid of the death of millions of lives.

This eliminates the cleaning tube to 99, 9999% (!) Of all disease-causing bacteria in the water, as well as many pests, including E. coli, Vibrio fetus, Campylobacter, Escherichia coli and Salmonella. It safely and effectively cleans up to 1,000 liters of water. Meanwhile, in the toilet tank of only 13, so that the filter long enough.

Who water filter   We began to sell to everyone in the West. Its manufacturers are confident that it will be a real help in any economy, and not necessarily only send to the poorest countries. Vacationers are able to drink water from anywhere, even from a pond overgrown with ooze (filter is used as a straw for cocktails). You can take her to and from the toilet, it is also completely safe. (READ MORE)

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Household chemicals - danger every day

Washing powders, detergents, softener ... List of household chemicals that we use every day is huge. And so these funds become part of our lives, that without them, it seems impossible to do. However, experts warn that in the fight for the purity necessary to proceed with caution so as not to damage the health - and your loved ones.

Dangerous substances

It is proved that household chemicals   It is one of the major allergens Provoking the body to various painful reaction. Due to the action of chemical components agents may suffer skin, organs of vision and breathing. Then, in the form of reactions occur hacking cough and asthma, watery eyes and vision problems, burning of mucous membranes and dermatological irritations accompanied by itching and a general state of discomfort.

Experts strongly recommend to choose cleaning products carefully and always carefully study the composition of the label. Avoid funds that contain the following ingredients:

Chloro.   It can cause diseases of the cardiovascular system, hypertension, atherosclerosis, anemia and a host of allergic reactions. Chlorine has a devastating effect on the proteins, it increases the risk of cancer, and adversely affect the condition of the hair and skin. In the civilized world, instead of chlorine in the home have long used organic acids.

Phosphates.   In some countries, the phosphates are banned. In a humid environment, they contribute to the formation of toxic cyanobacteria that cause poisoning, provoke development cancer cells And abortions and various congenital disorders.

Anionic surfactant A or surfactant.   These surfactants are undermining the immune system, cause allergies and brain damage, as well as internal organs - lungs liver and kidneys. Surfactants can accumulate in the tissue fibers, especially wool, cotton and wool blend.

Sodium hydrochloride.   Sometimes a part of it is referred to as sodium hypochlorite. Often used in bleach, it may cause various allergic reactions .

Petroleum distillates.   Have a negative impact on the vision, nervous system. With long-term exposure leads to serious violations of the nervous system and kidneys, to various skin diseases.

Phenols and cresols. Relate to microbicides. The ability to cause dizziness, fainting, diarrhea, dizziness, violate the kidneys and liver.

Nitrobenzene.   Causes deterioration of health, destroys the immune system.

Formaldehyde.   It is considered one of the strongest carcinogens. Provokes serious eye irritation, respiratory tract and lungs, skin,

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Chlorine bleach.   They contain sodium chloride, which under certain conditions starts to produce chloramine gas, provoking the strongest asthmatic reactions.

Polishing for metal surfaces.   Among its components - petroleum distillates.

Wipers.   Ammonia, which is included in their composition, can cause headaches and eye irritation, respiratory tract.

Polishing for floors and furniture.   Among its components - nitrobenzene, which in severe cases can cause serious malfunction of the body, including death.

Stain removers and cleaners for carpets and floor coverings.   They contain perchlorethylene, which has been found to be carcinogenic in animals. There are suspicions that the substance to humans and toxic.

Preparations from moths.   Among them, naphthalene and paradichlorobenzene - substances dangerous for the organs of sight, kidney, liver, skin and central nervous system.

Cleaning plumbing.   They contain hydrochloric acid or sodium sulphate, which can cause skin burns. In the event that these substances may occur in the eye blindness, temporary or permanent. And if it enters the body through the digestive organs they cause burns and poisoning of internal organs of varying severity.

Softener.   Aromatic substances in their composition can cause   allergic reactions   in people exposed to allergies.

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Repair ... dangerous to health

Repair of apartments - is a serious matter. And the main thing to get it, not only beautiful and high quality, but also safe for health.

The microclimate in the apartment

That depends on it, our health, and the main task of any repairs - to create the best conditions for the inhabitants of the house. The most dangerous pollution - chemical. Concrete, plaster, insulation, adhesives, various paints, varnishes can release harmful substances (radiation to the phenol, formaldehyde, lead, toluene and others).

The result is sad - decreased immunity, liver, kidney, respiratory, central nervous system, skin, and even cancer.

Another danger - this is saprophytes, fungi, mold, that is, organisms that provoke allergic reactions and respiratory diseases.

The most common microorganisms appear where excessive moisture accumulates. To avoid such problems, you should consult with the experts about how best to arrange the insulation and warming apartments, the ventilation system. By the way, traditionally the vents in our homes go through the kitchen and bathroom. But the hermetic plastic windows, ceiling ventilation ducts (in the educated niche put the refrigerator or kitchen furniture), hood with access to the vent violate the traditional scheme, and the problem starts with the air exchange. A serious danger to health is improved and dry air in the room. All these issues are important to consider before using repair specialists.

Normal or curly?

The interior can be quite unusual due to the ceiling. There are many solutions: multi-level division into zones with the help of the highlights, tension, pendant, shaped gypsum board and so on.

It is believed that the suspended ceiling will collect dust. However, a false ceiling in the apartment who does a solid enough - use fragments to "play" with the plane, and the dust is removed with a vacuum cleaner is elementary.

If we talk about the tension, his "harmful" - no more than a myth, a ceiling protects against the harmful emissions of the main concrete ceiling. And it is easy to care for: rubbed with a damp sponge - and no dust.

But if you still prefer the traditional white ceiling, experts advise to use to cover them only emulsion paint. It is harmless to health, and to take care of such a surface easily.

What clothe walls

In Russia, a popular option - wallpaper. The safest health - alas, not the most beautiful - paper. But they are ideal for the nursery. Synthetic yield of natural eco-friendly - it's a great option for the hall. By the way, it is very important and glue: the safest - organic adhesives, starch or casein-based. Synthetic adhesives contain harmful solvents (acetone, phenol, dichloroethane and the like. D.).

For the living room or bedroom, you can use glass fiber: used for the manufacture of a natural product - glass, used to make a special fiber and woven fabric wallpaper coating, so they are completely safe, but the quality is not inferior to synthetic. Moreover, they can be cleaned using a detergent.

Another option - liquid wallpaper: a blend of natural fibers of cotton and cellulose, the adhesive composition and quality dye packed in the package. The contents of the package is mixed in water and applied to the wall.

Sexual issue

From an environmental point of view, a fundamental difference between parquet or linoleum is practically no subject that you bought a really high-quality coverage, and not a fake. But there are nuances, not just aesthetic.

Parquet flooring - a respectable option, in addition to the natural wood for walking comfortable and pleasant, even barefoot.

Laminate - the material to be expensive, cheap laminates for a long time can give off formaldehyde. And yet - it is "noisy" floor: footsteps, children running around amplify, not to everybody's taste.

Linoleum - there is a natural, make it out of wood chips (jute cloth, linseed oil, natural resins and pigments), and there are artificial - PVC (contrary to popular belief, it is not dangerous to health). When buying pay attention to the quality of the substrate, which may be made of foamed vinyl, jute, felt and so on. D. - Precisely from "backing up" depends insulation material, as well as its life.

Cork - it is a relatively new coating. Durable, hygienic and has a beneficial impact orthopedic: walking resilient porous material relieves pressure on the spine.

Carpet - this material is very negigienichen: collect dust, harmful micro-organisms, it can be got mites that trigger allergies.

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Hatha Yoga helps strengthen the brain of an old man

Hatha yoga three times a week significantly improves cognitive brain function in older people. Such conclusion scientists from the University of Illinois.

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Observation of more than 100 people over the age of 55, conducted by American researchers, We have shown that regular exercise Hatha Yoga can significantly improve cognitive performance of the brain . In particular, these people cope better with tasks requiring storing information, the ability to switch from one task to another, flexibility of thinking. The most significant improvements in the functioning of the brain We observed among those who engaged Hatha Yoga three times a week. In the control group, participants spent the same time exercises that develop flexibility and toning muscles.

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The positive effect of Hatha Yoga It was recorded by the end of the eighth week of the experiment. People who involved in the second group were observed no significant improvement in the the brain. The difference between the two groups was not the result of differences to age, sex, social status or any other demographic factors, as reported by scientists.

Hatha Yoga is an ancient spiritual practice, which includes not only a small physical exertion intensity, but meditation and breathing exercises. This requires gymnastics human ability to focus on the movement during the different postures, and the ability to control the body and breathing in a certain stability state.

As authors of the study, it is possible that the need to focus on the body, mind and breath, which is required to practice hatha yoga leads to a strengthening of the brain in the general and its ability to focus on something particular attention. (READ CONT)

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Specials June cheap airline tickets, tours, hotels. Issue 3

The June issue of special offers gives a picture of the summer season - which destinations "burn" where you can buy a ticket at an attractive price or where to rest at last minute. "Catch" cheap hotels, cheap flights and tours at low prices - and go on vacation!

Cheap cheap!

Here are the tickets for charter flights or block tickets to tour operators, which can be purchased separately from the tour. Cost of direct flights per adult in both directions, with all taxes and fees. Specifies the number of days means a possible return date after the departure. For example, the mark is "8 days" and the date of 12.06, then it is flights with departure 12.06 and return 19.06 a week. In this issue submitted to the European direction, and pay attention - "lit" on June 15!

Moscow-Dubrovnik-Moscow, 4, 7, 8, 11, 15 days, a / S7 Airlines

15.06 - 270 EUR

Moscow-Split-Moscow, 8, 9, 15 days, a / S7 Airlines, a / k "Yamal"

15.06, 16.06 - 220 EUR

Moscow-Pula-Moscow, 8 days, a / k "Ural Airlines"

15.06 - 270 EUR

Dubrovnik, Pula and Split - Croatian popular resorts where you can spend your time not only on the beach, but also to visit the nearby attractions.

Moscow-Genoa-Moscow, 8 days, a / k "Yakutia"

15.06 - 290 EUR

Flights weekly on Saturdays. Flights to Genoa - it's azure coast of Italy, as well as a short transfer to Milan.

Moscow-Kefalonia-Moscow, 8 days, a / k "Yamal"

15.06 - 220 EUR

Kefalonia - the largest of the Greek Ionian islands, with beautiful beaches and nepovtorimymoy nature. At 15.06 you can still have time to make a Greek visa!

Moscow-Dresden-Moscow, 8 days, a / k "Yakutia"

Weekly all June and July on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays (it is also possible for 4, 11, 15 days) - 220-230 euros.

This flight opens up the city travelers Czech Republic and Germany. Thus, a transfer, for example, to Prague, takes about 1, 5 hours. On the next date of airfare is reduced to 150 euros, but you must have a Schengen visa.

Moscow-Valencia Moscow, 8 days, a / S7 Airlines

20.06, 27.06 - 480 EUR

Flight can buy apartment in Valencia (see. Special offer below, in the section on hotels)

Moscow-Paris-Moscow, 8 days, a / c Air France
  20.06, 21.06, 22.06, 23.06 - 270 EUR

Paris needs no advertising, and with the French visa have time!

Moscow, Munich, Moscow, 8 days, a / c Air Berlin

26.06 - 250 EUR

Good price on airfare to Bavaria!

Tours at competitive prices

In this section we publish tours at discounted prices. Tours indicated either visa-free country, or with respect to time to obtain an entry visa into the country. Price is given per person based on double occupancy for the tour (package), with flight, accommodation, meals, medical insurance, transfer services (if not the individual notes). I draw your attention to an excellent price for the tour to the Maldives and two-week tour to Tunisia!

Cyprus (Protaras), rest by the "Fortune", 8 days

12.06 - 440 EUR 3 * hotels, breakfast, flights and / k "Orenburg airlines". There are 13 departures and 16 June.

Maldives beach holiday 5 *, 8 days

12.06 - $ 1200, Hotel Meeru Island Resort 5 *, full board, direct flight a / c «Aeroflot».

Seychelles about. Mahe, beach holidays, 8 days

14.06 - 1115 euros, 3 * hotel, breakfast, flights and / to Etihad.

Greece holiday on Rhodes, 8 days

16.06 - 430 EUR Visa, Hotel Sofia 2 *, breakfast, flights and / to Nord Star;

Tunisia vacation on the white beaches o.Dzherba, 14 days

16.06 - $ 720, Hotel Miramar Djerba Palace Thalassa Aquapark 4 *, half board, flights and / to Nouvelair.

Bulgaria, Golden Sands resort, 8 days

26.06 - 365 EUR Visa, Lilia Hotel 4 *, breakfast, flights and / k "Transaero"

Hotels special offers

The cost of hotel is usually indicated in the period, for example, "from 01.06 till 30.06." That is, in this period, you can book hotels with any date and for any number of nights (if not indicated other remarks). Price for a room, that is for two adults with breakfast (unless otherwise stated). Also in this section we publish special offers on hotels in the scheme, such as "Live = 4 nights pay for 3! ". Even without major changes in prices, such conditions become favorable for the hotel accommodation. New - Apartments in Valencia, economical family vacation or business!

Spain, Valencia

01.06-30.06 Apartment «VICENTE-I» in Playa de Canet (25 km. From Valencia). Gorgeous sandy beach, very cozy and quiet place.

Distance from the sea 50 meters, 3 bedrooms, salon, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, balcony, terrace with access to a small green lawn. There are all appliances, linens, towels.

520 euros / week during 4-bed rooms (for the whole apartment), the ability to accommodate up to 7 people.

Czech Republic, Prague

10.06-30.06 Aida 4 * - 55 euros / night

Weather in Prague were pretty good!

Italy, Genoa

17.06-30.06 Loreley 3 * - 110 euros / night (in a room with a sea view)

Hungary, Budapest

10.06-31.07 Baross City 3 * - 48 euros / night

Hotel special offer extended and lowered the price. Minimum booking - 3 nights.

Greece, Mykonos

17.06-30.06 Lady Anna 4 * - 94 euros / night

Plati Yalos white beach on the beautiful island of Mykonos!

Thailand, Phuket

10.06-30.06 Amora Beach Resort Phuket 4 * - 39 euros / night (Room Garden View)

Seychelles o.Mae

10.06-15.07 Berjaya Praslin Resort 3 * - 124 euros / night

UAE, Dubai

10.06-31.07 Novotel Deira City Centre 4 * - 96 euros / night (room Superior)

Great offer for a holiday in one of the most expensive cities!

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