Jetlag is a common issue for people who fly a lot. The reason is the different time zones of the different countries. When a human body is delocalized to another time zone, it takes time to adjust to the new routine. Most importantly, the sleeping times undergo a change. Due to this the person may feel disoriented. This situation is known as jetlag.

Different people respond differently to jetlag. Some of them may be totally unsynchronized for a few days, while in some others, there may be no changes felt at all. Jetlag is very commonly felt in the first few times a person travels. As the person becomes more experienced in travel, effects of the jetlag become less and less obvious.

The common symptoms of jetlag are as follows:-

1 Excessive sleepiness and fatigue

2 Disinterest in the surroundings

3 Unable to concentrate

4 Feelings of nausea and vomiting

5 Giddiness and dizziness

6 Muscular pains and aches

7 Indigestion and heartburn

It is found that children suffer less from jetlag. This may be because the body clock of children is not yet rigidly set to fixed routines. People who obey fixed time patterns in their life find it very difficult to adapt to jetlags. Another aspect of jetlag is that it is felt more when flying from the west to the east as the person is then losing time.

In Ayurveda, jetlag is classified as a vata dosha disorder. Vata is the air element which also governs the external environment as it affects the human body. Thus, when a person travels from one time zone to another, the vata is vitiated.

There are some good methods that Ayurveda prescribes in order to control jetlag. The following are some of them:-

1. At high altitudes, the humidity is low. Hence the body tends to get dehydrated when flying. In order to prevent this dehydration, you must drink sufficient water during the flight. Have one glass of water for each hour of the flight. In order to make the best use of water, add some amount of licorice, cardamom, cinnamon or ginger to it.

2. Do not consume alcohol during the flight. Alcohol tends to dehydrate the body faster than any other substance.

3. A couple of days before leaving for the flight have a heavy meal that is rich in protein. This will build up tenacity of the body in order to face the flight and the new time zone.

4. During air travel, there is a high possibility that the free radicals in your body may be depleted. To maintain their proper amount, you must take supplements containing vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E. The following foods contain these vitamins in good amounts:-

a) Vitamin A â?? All orange and yellow colored vegetables are good sources of vitamin A. Carrots are the best sources, followed by pumpkins and fruits like mangoes and papayas.

b) Vitamin C â?? The Indian Gooseberry, amalaki, is the best source of vitamin C. Apart from it, vitamin C is also found in all green and leafy vegetables and in fruits with a sour taste.

c) Vitamin E â?? Vitamin E is present in almost all foodstuffs. Hence its deficiency is not a major problem.

1. There are some good massaging techniques you can use while on the flight to ensure you alight feeling fresh.

a) With your first two fingers of each hand, apply circular pressures on the temple. This will unlock the channels of the nerves leading to the brain and will make you feel fresh.

b) Cup your cheeks in the palms of your hands. Keep your eyes closed and relax. This method will ensure that your cheeks do not puff out when you alight.

c) Lightly tug at your earlobes and apply circular pressure on them. By doing this, you will ensure that sinus pressure does not build up. This will also prevent nosebleeds during the flight.

d) Massaging your entire body before you leave for the flight helps greatly. Use oils that are aromatic for that lingering fresh fragrance. You can use an aromatherapy massage with one part of sandalwood oil mixed in twenty parts of coconut oil. Get an expert to do the massage so that all the vital points of the body are massaged.

2 Time management can also help to reduce the malaise caused by jetlags. Arrange your schedule so that you land in the mid-evening. This will give you some time to orient yourself to the new time-zone before it is time to retire for the day. You can have a hearty dinner which will induce sleep for the night.

3 Finally, you must keep yourself active during the trip. Do not remain sitting for the entire duration of the flight if itâ??s a long journey. This will cramp your muscles and you will get aches when you disembark. Shuffle your hands and feet as much as you can while sitting.

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Bad breath or halitosis in medical parlance, is foul or unpleasant smelling breath, which can be acute or chronic depending on the cause. The term halitosis is coined by combining the Latin word for breath (halitus) with the Greek suffix (osis), meaning condition.

The fundamental cause of bad breath in most people is the whitish coating that covers the surface of the posterior portion of their tongue. More precisely, the bacteria that thrive on this warm and moist coating of the tongue cause bad breath.

What causes bad breath?

Have you ever stopped to wonder what causes halitosis?

# Certain medical conditions, such as sinus infections, tonsillitis, lung diseases, renal diseases, menstruation, cancer.

# The most common form of bad breath is morning bad breath, which is a temporary condition due to factors such as smoking, dry mouth, stress or hunger.

# Poor dental hygiene, which can leave food particles to decay inside the mouth.

# Consumption of certain types of foods with strong odour can cause transient bad breath, such as garlic, tobacco or onions.

# Chronic liver failure can cause a specific type of bad breath.

# Diabetes mellitus can at times cause a sweet-smelling fruity odour of the breath.

# Psychiatric illness - some people perceive that they have bad breath, but it is not noticed by others. This is referred to as "pseudohalitosis."

Other causes of halitosis include -

â?¢ Alcoholism, cigarette smoking

â?¢ Allergies

â?¢ Heavy metal accumulation

â?¢ Peridontal gum disease

â?¢ Dry mouth caused by salivary gland problems

â?¢ Chronic constipation

â?¢ Hormonal disorders

â?¢ Gastro-intestinal disorders

Symptoms of bad breath â??

A person may not always know that he has bad breath. This is because odour-detecting cells in the nose in due course become accustomed to the constant flow of bad smells from the mouth. Infact, others notice and react by recoiling as you speak.

Symptoms of bad breath -

# extreme oral dryness

# bad taste in the mouth

# bad breath

# a white or yellow Film on the tongue

# Bitter, sour, or metallic tastes

# Post nasal drainage

# White nodules on the tonsils

# Brushing and dental flossing the teeth makes no difference

# chest pain

Treatment for bad breath â??

This depends on:

â?¢ the health of the mouth

â?¢ the cause or origin of the bad breath condition

â?¢ extent of the condition

If bad breath is of oral origin, as it is in the majority of cases, a dentist can treat the cause of the problem.

If the odour is due to periodontal gum disease (causes gum tissues to pull away from the teeth and form pockets), a professional periodontal cleaning can remove the bacteria and plaque that accumulate.

If there is extensive build-up of plaque, the dentist may recommend using a special antimicrobial mouth rinse, as well as brush tongue to remove excess plaque.

How to prevent bad breath?

Some ways to lower the risk of developing bad breath are:

1. Brush and floss teeth regularly. Proper brushing includes brushing the tongue, cheeks, and the roof of the mouth, which will remove bacteria and food particles.

2. Bad breath caused by dental problems can be prevented easily. Daily protection requires brushing teeth, tongue and gums after meals, flossing, and rinsing,

3. Bad breath also can be prevented by drinking plenty of water every day to encourage saliva production. An occasional rinse of the mouth with water helps loosen food particles.

4. Clean and replace toothbrush regularly.

5. Avoid mouthwashes with alcohol.

6. Avoid stress and relax.

7. Get sufficient exercise, and sleep.

8. Avoid spicy foods and foods with strong odours, and those that leave residues or are stuck in the teeth (alcohol, chocolates, cheese, meat, sweets).

Home cure for bad breath -

# Use a toothpaste and mouth rinse that has a antibacterial composition. Thymol and eukalyptol are natural oils derived from thyme and eucalyptus, and help destroy the bacteria causing bad breath.

# Fruit and vegetable juices help a great deal in getting rid of bad breath.

# One can also use breath-freshening gum, mint, sugar free chewing gum that dissolve on the tongue.

# Drinking green tea, eating yogurt or chewing sugarless cardamom gum are helpful in combating bad breath.

# Avoid rinses containing alcohol, as these dry out mouth and aggravate the problem.

# If you wear removable dentures, take them out at night. Brush the dentures and soak them overnight in a disinfecting solution.

# Consume an almost green raw guava. It is an excellent home remedy for bad breath and bleeding gums.

# Make tea from fenugreek leaves and drink it everyday.

# A baking soda rinse is also useful in eliminating or reducing bad breath.

# Patients suffering from bad breath should take a well-balanced diet consisting of seeds, nuts, grains, vegetables, and fruits, with stress on raw and cooked vegetables, and fruits.

# Avoid constipation.

I wake up every single morning with sinus drainage in the back of my throat. Im constantly clearing my throat and I know it has to drive my coworkers nuts. No pain. I dont know if its allergy or not. I dont want my body dependant on meds though. Any suggestions?

Have you tried NeilMed Sinus Rinse? It consists of a plastic squeeze bottle and packets of salt and baking soda that you mix with distilled water to rinse your nostrils and sinuses. I know it sounds gross, but it does work and it's cheap. The packets of salt and soda make the water similar to your natural "nose juices" so that it's not that uncomfortable to use. Wal-Mart and Walgreens carry it. It's less than $15 for the 50 rinse starter kit, and you just use it once or twice a day. I warm the water for about fifteen seconds in the microwave before I use it and it feels much more comfortable when warmed slightly.

Are you struggling with failing health/ are you overweight or suffering from chronic fatigue. Is your health was steadily going down the drain. Are you a junkie addicted to prescription and over the counter drugs? Do you use oral and topical medications to suppress your eczema/psoriasis (side effects of corticosteroids)? Have you been on antibiotics for months at a time for recurring throat or stomach infections?

Unfortunately, instead of generating cure, the medications only temporarily suppress your symptoms but weakened my immune system, and in the long run make you even sicker. The combination of a bad diet (toxic foods) and the side effects of the drugs can affect your moods and even send you into depression.

Do you know that that the combination of an unhealthy diet and the huge number of allopathic medications can cause toxins to accumulate in your blood, lymph, and tissues, resulting in toxemia? These toxins can greatly contribute to your weak immune system, rendering you more susceptible to stress, fatigue, and chronic disease. You have to radically change your diet and lifestyle if there is any hope for improving your health.

The road to recovery

First of all, you will have to switch your diet from SAD (an acronym for "Standard American Diet") to a wholesome diet of fresh, organically grown fruits, vegetables, and nuts, mostly in their raw form. As far as possible, eliminate from your diet the starchy stuff like grains, rice, pasta, and breads as well as meat and dairy products.

The results of the diet change, believe it or not, will be dramatic. In a few weeks, you will start feeling better, you will notice yourself shelling pounds effortlessly (and never have to struggle again to keep my weight down). Besides, your energy level and stamina will improve dramatically. You will be able to function better overall, become calmer, centered and focused, and generally feel happier. Above all, your overall resistance to infections will become excellent. You will no longer have a cold, flu, ear, throat, sinus or breast infection or any other infections. You yourself will be amazed that even such things like debilitating back pains respond to simple treatments and change of diet. Over the years, your health and resistance to disease will continue to improve and in time you will also experience a complete recovery from my life long chronic problems such as eczema as well as from devastating side effects of the steroid's immune suppressive effects.

Remember, if you overeat, or if you eat the wrong foods like starch, or cooked food, you will suffer the consequences fairly rapidly. This could be in the form of clogged sinuses, nasal discharges, poor sleep, nervousness, irritability, and low energy. That punishment is definitely not worth the brief moment of pleasure for the taste buds.

On the other hand, healthy oils such as flaxseed oil, olive oil, rapeseed oil, rice bran oil can help control your weight and greatly improve your health overall. There are, literally, hundreds of medical case histories with "miraculous" recoveries or cures after patients switched from allopathic to holistic programs and from cooked food to raw food. You should also explore the fantastic healing power of therapeutic clays, fulvic minerals and shilajit, Transfer Factor, wheat grass juice, seaweed and algae extract, glyconutritionals/saccharides and the Himalayan Crystal salt, (common table salt is toxic).

Restrict intake of the following in your diet: margarine, sugar-free-products, aerated colas, sugar. Learn to care for yourself, your family and your pets with home and herbal remedies instead of rushing off for a consultation with an MD or a veterinarian for minor injuries or sickness. The MD or veterinarian will, in all probability, just push antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, or expensive medical tests. You will be surprised to see all your aches and pains and symptoms of disease vanish almost of their own accord.

Last, but not the least, remember there is no alternative to a healthy regimen of physical and mental exercise. You can take up aerobics, Yoga, Tai Chi, dance or whatever suits your predilection. But a healthy combination of exercise, meditation, good food, relaxation and taking a break from time to time, from your daily routine are mandatory to overall good health.

I have been resting and drinking lots of water. Other than that I have been taking Sinus meds to help me sleep at night. Besides going to the doctor, does anyone have any ideas or remedies on how to kick these Sinus congestion problems?

Try using a hot wet facecloth, and press it firmly on the area where the pain is. ( as hot as you can stand it, without burning your skin)
It helps to "liquify" the mucus, and help it drain easier. It's best if you do it while laying down, or in a slightly reclining position….. and keep changing the cloths ( and re-heating them) until you feel it all start to drain.

If it hurts, or is painful when you bend over, it may be a sinus infection, and you should check with your doctor and possibly get some antibiotics.

The heat and plenty of fluids should work… but if it doesn't - you may need to see the doctor, regardless.

I hope this helps…

Millions of people suffer from allergies each year. When certain materials come into contact with a person suffering from a specific allergy, their immune system mistakenly believes the material to be harmful. In response, the body will then produce histamine and other chemicals as a form of protection. Due to the presence of these chemicals within the body, reactions will take place such as a rash, swelling, and itching. In some cases, people may be affected by objects within the environment such as pollen, pollutants, mold, and dust. Reactions to environmental substances may include eye or skin irritations or breathing difficulty. In all cases, finding a successful allergy treatment is dependent on the type of allergy.

The most important step in successful allergy treatment is to avoid the materials that are causing the allergy symptoms. In order to prevent an allergy reaction, testing must be completed to find out which specific substance is causing distress within the individual. Allergy treatment must begin with testing the skin to find out what substances react with the skin when they make contact on the body. An allergist, a doctor that specializes in allergy treatment, will use a scratch test or a patch test to introduce various materials onto the skin to see if the skin has a reaction. If the site of the skin test reacts with redness or swelling, it is determined that the individual is allergic to the corresponding allergen.

The doctor will then recommend the right course of action for an allergy treatment based on the results of the skin tests. The doctor will also obtain a detailed medical history and a detailed description of the types of allergy episodes the individual has encountered. Several options are available in allergy treatment. Avoidance of the substances causing an episode can prevent distress. Pets, mold, pollen, dust mites, or certain foods, depending on your allergy, should be eliminated from your daily life and exposure should be kept to a minimum. Allergy medications may also be recommended by your doctor and include antihistamine, decongestants, mast cell stabilizers, or leukotriene modifiers. These medications can help reduce inflammation, block histamines, or eliminate nasal and sinus congestion.

Allergy medications can be utilized on a short term basis, or if the allergy is more severe, a long term medication may be recommended. Short term medications do not require a prescription but can cause drowsiness. A long term allergy treatment may require a prescription medication that does not cause the same side effects as a short term over-the -counter medication.

Allergy treatment depends on the specific allergy symptoms and the recommendations of the doctor. Certain over-the-counter medications could be used such as nasal sprays, creams, eye drops, pill or liquid decongestants, and antihistamines. Prescription strength allergy treatment may be suggested by doctors if the allergy is severe and needs a quick resolution due to shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing.

Each individual will require their own specific allergy treatment. There are many options to help relieve the discomfort allergy sufferers experience during allergy attacks. Working together with the doctor and routinely monitoring your current health status can lead to successful management of outbreaks and long term allergy treatment.

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Dark circles under eyes are a common beauty problem. These under eye dark circles give us an appearance of tiredness or illness. They make us to feel worse and are rather detrimental to our self esteem.

What are dark circles under eyes?

The skin below our eyes is very thin and is sparsely dotted with oil glands unlike the skin on rest of the body. Due to various reasons the skin under the eyes becomes thin and dry. Veins below eyes appear prominently when the
under eye skin becomes dry and thin. This lends the area a dark appearance.

What causes dark circles under eyes?

There are various reasons which cause dark circles. Few of them have been listed below.

Heredity:

If others in your family have dark circles then there are fair chances of you getting dark circles under eyes.
The thinness of under eye skin is a hereditary character. The thin under eye skin reveals dark veins underneath and appears as dark circles under eyes.

If you are more prone to allergies like itching of skin which is inherited then dark circles under eyes may be caused due
to rubbing and inflammation of under eye skin.

Lack of Sleep and Fatigue:

Partying all night, lack of sleep, fatigue, sinus infections, pregnancy all these may cause paleness of skin. Pale skin makes blood vessels to appear prominently and give an appearance of dark circles.

Structure of Bone

Eyes set deep in skull bones may develop ark shadow under them.

Exposure to Sunlight

Exposure to sun light increases the level of pigmentation and cause tanning. Same thing applies well for the skin under eyes. When skin under eyes gets exposed to sun it tans and appears dark.

Medications:

Medications which cause dilation of blood vessels cause dark circles under eyes. Dilated blood vessels allow more blood to flow through them and these blood vessels look prominent through under eye skin which is very thin.

Nutrition

Poor nutrition leads to paleness of skin under eyes. Lack of essential nutrients in diet or poor diet causes discoloration of under eye skin.

Hormonal Imbalance

Hormonal Imbalance during pregnancy, menstruation, menopause etc cause paleness of skin and this leads to appearance of dark circles under eyes.

Age:

As we grow old the skin under eyes become more dry and wrinkled. The wrinkled skin below eyes appears as dark circles around eyes.

Tips for Dark eye Circles

How to get rid of dark circle under eyes is the question that arises in your mind when you are suffering from under eye dark circles. Here are solutions for under eye dark circles

1.Concealing the dark circles around eyes through make up techniques.

2.Avoiding use of bleach or peels to make the dark circles around eyes light.

3.Treat the cause of illness mentioned above.

4.Sleep for sufficiently long hours to prevent formation of dark circles under eyes.

5.Do not scratch the under eye skin.

6.Diet, which is rich in nutrients helps to remove dark circles around eyes.

7.Lightly tap the under eye skin with one or two fingers to

8.Increase the blood circulation.

Ayurveda treatment for dark circles under eyes

Accumulation of toxins in body cause dark circles.The ayurveda treatment for dark circle consists of two steps.

1.Body detoxification.

2.Skin rejuvenation .

Top Ten Home remedies for Dark circles under eye

1.Grate cucumber and squeeze fresh juice out of gratings. Dip two cotton balls in it and keep these cotton balls on
eyes. This relaxes eyes and relieves tiredness of eyes. Considered as the best remedy for under eye dark circles.

2.The above process has been found to be effective when done using potato.

3.Apply a paste of lemon juice, tomato puree, orange lentil flour (masoor dal ) and turmeric powder (if you are not
allergic to it) on under eye dark circles. Leave it for 15 minutes and wash it off.

4.Drink plenty of water (more than 15 glasses)

5.Eat fresh fruits, green vegetables which are rich in fiber.

6.Sleep well at least for 7-8 hrs daily.

7.Reduce stress levels by practicing yoga and meditation. Pranayama reduces dark circles and increases glow of skin.

8.Avoid sweets and chocolates.

9.Dip two cotton balls in rose water and place them on your eyes, covering dark circles.

10.Keep thin cold cucumber slices on eyes when your eyes are too tiered.

Everyone is in competition nowadays to look good and live healthy.

So to look good usually they go for dieting with the aim of losing weight as personality with overweight is not pleasing.

People diet for many reasons. Some are at an unhealthy weight and need to pay closer attention to their eating and exercise habits. Some play sports and want to be in top physical condition. Others may think they would look and feel better if they lost a few pounds.

Lots of people feel pressured to lose weight and try different types of diets. But if you really need to lose weight, improving your eating habits and exercising will help you more than any diet.

Dieting could be a solution if done in a right manner.

Unhealthy Dieting, especially extreme food-intake reduction and rapid weight loss, can have the following side effects:

• Fatigue
• Depression
• Prolonged hunger
• Sinus
• Muscle loss
• Blood shot eyes
• Gall bladder diseases
• Acidosis
• Rashes
• Irritability
• Fainting

The best way to diet is to eat a wide variety of enough food to meet your body's needs. Aim to eat more fruits and veggies, cut back on meats high in fat (like burgers and hot dogs), greasy fried foods, and sweets, and drink more water instead of sugary drinks like sports drinks or sodas.

Great Dieting Tips to loose weight safely:

• Eat less. More often.
• Don't eat right before going to bed.
• Kick the sugar habit.
• Shop with calories in mind.
• Reduce the amount of breads, chips, crackers, and salty snacks you eat.
• Exercise daily.
• Drink milk, including fat-free or low-fat milk.
• Drink plenty of water (at least four to six 8-ounce glasses a day).
• Eat lean, high-protein foods, like lean meat, chicken, fish, or beans.
• Eat whole grains (like whole-wheat bread or pasta), which provide fiber, B vitamins, and iron.
• Eat breakfast.
• Choose smaller portions at fast-food restaurants.
• Stay away from fad diets — you might lose a few pounds temporarily, but if you don't focus on changing your habits, you'll probably just gain it back when you go back to your usual way of eating.
• Don't take diet pills.
• Avoid seeing foods as "good" or "bad" or eliminating entire groups of foods, like dairy. If you eliminate entire food groups, you may miss out on important nutrients, like calcium
• If you choose to become a vegetarian, talk to your doctor or dietitian about how to make nutritious vegetarian choices.