Saw Palmetto-Treatment for Enlarged Prostate

Alternative medicine is a common treatment for prostate enlargement. This is a condition in which the prostate cells divide too rapidly making the gland too large. The condition is called benign prostatic hyperthropy( BPH). The herb, extract of saw palmetto is medicinal and is approved to treat the condition. It reduces the hyperplasia associated with BPH and relieves the urinary symptoms. It can be taken as a herbal supplement, to promote healthy prostates or on prescription by a physician for BPH. They are available in capsule form, as teas or tintures. It is apparently less expensive than drugs used for the same purpose Side effects: Side effects are rare and are less than other other drugs used for treating the disease. For this it is considered safe for use. They are nausea, upset stomach and headaches. About the herb- Saw palmetto boosts the immune and endocrine systems. It is also used as a tonic to enhance strength and vitality. It has other benefits such as:

• Enhances sexual desire and funtioning
• Stimulates hair growth
• Increases breast size
• Anti-inflammatory properties

Pregnant women and those taking testosterone or estrogen should consult their doctor first before taking saw palmetto.

If you believe your symptoms are that of BPH and would rather alternative treatment, ask your doctor about saw palmetto herbal medicine. Other herbal medicine used with saw palmetto are flaxseed oil and zinc, they can be used in combination with it.

Smoking Cessation Is Not Easy- How To Quit

Nicotine is the killer drug in the cigarettes and cigars that people smoke. When you smoke the nicotine affects the brain making you temporarily calm and more alert; you actually get a mood boost. When the effects wear off the cravings to be calm and alert returns and you go for another cigarette for a boost. These personal benefits make it difficult to quit. Smoking however is bad for health because it is a #1 cause of various cancers, cardiovascular disease, respiratory diseases and more. It suppresses your immune system. Smoking is a leading cause of premature death.

Smoking is modifiable risk factor that can be stopped. There are many things one can do to quit and stay quit.

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While you are a smoker:

Think about the reasons why you smoke and write them down.

Try alternate ways to keep calm and alert.

Get sufficient sleep: instead of staying up with a cigarette, hit the pillow for sleep.

Have some free time? Go for physical activity such as walking, running and cycling. Don't remain inactive too long.

Purchase a good exercise/fitness equipment for home use.

Cut out habits that seem to accompany your smoking routine, for example: A certain a past time that trigggers the urge to smoke.

Hang out with people you know that don't smoke. en you are ready to quit

• Set a date to do so
• Tell your spouse or friends and ask for their support
• Join a no smoking program online
• Check out the resources available in your local community
• Hang out with non smoking colleagues or peers
• Try nicotine replacement therapy

If quitting is still difficult , try a behaviour change program. There are some examples on the left. Parents can be an example to protect children from second hand smoke.

Support cancer prevention on World Health Day.

Particpate in World No Tobacco Day eventTake the Driven To Quit Challenge . If you live in Ontario , Canada and are a smoker you can register for this yearly event .

Canada Consumer Health Index- Short on Standards

Canada released it's Consumer Health Index, but failed on certain indicators. The changes that are necessary, the report says are more than just about funding levels. Excluded were: -The percentage of re-admissions to hospital after surgery -The number of children who received all recommended vaccinations. -Also the percentage of new approved drugs subsidised by the provinces did not consider valuable data from The New England Journal Of Medicine Overall the best performing provinces did not provide the standards common to Europe. The report also identified that there is no real relationship between the amount of spending the provinces put into the health care system and: 1-Medical outcomes 2-Waiting times The primary care categorie included access to a family doctor, choice of midwives, home care and long-term care. Ontario scored highest with a score of 762 . Newfoundland scored the lowest with a score of 592 Read the report The provinces that scored lowest are probably the ones with the largest number of people living in isolated communities per total population. Internet use and the information age have made it possible to access all kinds if health promotion stuff on line. these we should be greatful for. Even residents in remote areas can access online health. Quit Smoking Program: LifeSign QuitKey Smoking Cessation Program Naturally you want to quit smoking .. Now you can .. Naturally. Weight Control Programs: Making permanent changes in one’s diet requires making better choices. Better choices require new information. Nutrawatch can help you see the impact of the choices you are making. Nutrawatch, eat wisely™. You can shop wisely : Healthy Eating Tips Clinical trials information are available free to the public Health mangement resources Read Report

Self Help Health Care- Assessments

This is the first in a number of self help health posts. I've made it a regular business and interest pursuit to shop for self care stuff for my websites. There are many health tools out there for this purpose. I want to mention a health resource place where you can visit on line and check out your health status, do your own physical and mental assessments, calculate your health risks and more. I decided to make this one accessible to my website's visitors. It is ideal for busy health conscious people. Sometimes too much time is wasted seeking out MD offices and clinics for self help matters. Check it out, say what you think. Online Health Calculators and Assessments for Your Site. Check it out There is also a website where you can learn to take care of your health. They teach people using health risk factors to manage health decisions

Celebrating Health Awareness

During the next two months we will be celebrating a number of health awareness days . These days are celebrated on a global level in collaboration with WHO. I have included some things you may want to consider, take a look at or get involved in. September 10, 2008 is World Suicide Prevention Day. The Theme is 'Think globally. Plan nationally. Act locally.' It is promoting worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicide. It is to develop awareness that suicide is a major preventable cause of premature death. Visit http://www.who.int/ for more information. September 28, 2008 is World Rabies Day-This day highlights the impact of human and animal rabies and promotes how to prevent the disease. A fundraising drive is on the way. Funds received will be used to support community rabies control and education programs. You can donate by credit card on-line at www.worldrabiesday.org September 28, 2008 is World Heart Day. Do you know your risk? Do you know how to promote health and prevent heart disease. This is a day to expand public awareness of how to minimize risk factors -How to control weight and the importance of physical activity. There are somethings that are worth taking a look at to protect your health. You can Improve Blood Circulation Herbs and Heart Supplements. with these cardiovascular nutritional supplemetnts. October 09, 2008 is World Sight Day. It is a worldwide initiative to eliminate avoidable blindness by the year 2020 . Three quarters of cases are preventable or treatable.

October 10. 2008 is World Mental Health Day. Visit http://www.who.int/ for more information

You too can support health awareness too by getting involved for yourself, family or community.