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Monkey pox rashes

What Youngsters need to know about Monkeypox -Guidelines to stop spreading monkeypox

Cases of monkeypoxes are at raise in US and other countries. Center for disease control has issued some important guidelines to school going children as well as public to protect themselves from the disease. What are symptoms and how the disease spreads? What precautions we must undertake to stop spreading the monkeypox? (To read details of monkeypox symptoms please click here). Recent Health alert and guidelines from CDC especially for school going Teens and young adults are below:

Understanding symptoms:

• If you get monkeypox, you may have fever, chills, sore muscles, headache, or tiredness and then get a rash.

» Sometimes, you may get a rash first, followed by other symptoms.

» You might only get a rash without having the other symptoms. The rash may look like pimples or blisters.

» The rash is usually on the face, inside the mouth, and on other parts of your body like your hands, chest, and genitals.

• Even though you should get better in 2-4 weeks, you should see a healthcare provider as soon as you get symptoms that could be from monkeypox.

• If you have a weakened immune system (from HIV, cancer, an organ transplant, or other reason), are pregnant, or have other skin problems like eczema, you may become more severely ill from monkeypox.

How do you get monkeypox? Monkeypox does not spread easily between people.

You can get monkeypox from close, skin-to-skin contact with a person who has a rash or scabs from monkeypox.

» For example, this can include during hugging, cuddling, a massage, or close contact sports.

• It also includes contact with spit droplets during close conversation and kissing.

• It can also spread through sexual contacts including touching the genitals, and oral, anal, or vaginal sex.

• You can also get monkeypox from contact with objects, fabrics (clothing, bedding, or towels), and surfaces that have been used by someone with monkeypox.

What can I do to protect myself?

The best way to protect yourself from monkeypox is to avoid skin-to-skin contact with anyone who has a rash that looks like monkeypox.

What should I do if I think I have monkeypox?

If you have a new or unexplained rash or other symptoms of monkeypox, see a healthcare provider or your school health clinic. You can also visit a public health clinic. A public health clinic can be a good option if you don’t have a regular doctor or insurance. Let the doctor or nurse know you are worried about monkeypox.

If you think you have monkeypox, cover all parts of the rash with clothing, gloves, or bandages, and wear a mask.

Remember to:

• Avoid touching anyone until you have been to the doctor.

• If your test result is positive, follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations.

• Wash your hands often and try not to touch your eyes. If you wear contact lenses, wear glasses instead, if possible, to avoid infecting your eyes.

• Stay in a space away from others until your rash has healed, all scabs have fallen off, and a fresh layer of intact skin has formed. This may mean wearing a mask around others in the place you live and cleaning and disinfecting frequently.

• You should try to avoid contact with pets and with people who are more likely to get very sick, like children under 8 years old, people who are pregnant, and people who have weakened immune systems or certain skin conditions.

If I have questions, who can answer them?

If you have questions and feel comfortable, talk to a parent or other trusted adult.

It’s important to talk honestly with a healthcare provider about any concerns you may have about monkeypox, especially if you know you spent time with someone who had monkeypox. You can request time alone with a  healthcare provider at your next visit to discuss your concerns in private.

If you are sexually active, talk to your partner about any recent illnesses. Be aware of any new or unexplained rashes  on your body or your partner’s body, including the genitals and butt. If you or your partner have recently been sick, currently have symptoms of monkeypox, or have a new or unexplained rash, do not kiss, cuddle, hug and stop any type of sexual activities.

What should I do if I think I have monkeypox?

If you have a new or unexplained rash or other symptoms of monkeypox, see a healthcare provider or your school health clinic. You can also visit a public health clinic. A public health clinic can be a good option if you don’t have a regular doctor or insurance. Let the doctor or nurse know you are worried about monkeypox.

If you think you have monkeypox, cover all parts of the rash with clothing, gloves, or bandages, and wear a mask.

Remember to:

• Avoid touching anyone until you have been to the doctor.

• If your test result is positive, follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations.

• Wash your hands often and try not to touch your eyes. If you wear contact lenses, wear glasses instead, if possible, to avoid infecting your eyes.

• Stay in a space away from others until your rash has healed, all scabs have fallen off, and a fresh layer of intact skin has formed. This may mean wearing a mask around others in the place you live and cleaning and disinfecting frequently.

• You should try to avoid contact with pets and with people who are more likely to get very sick, like children under 8 years old, people who are pregnant, and people who have weakened immune systems or certain skin conditions.

If I have questions, who can answer them?

If you have questions and feel comfortable, talk to a parent or other trusted adult.

It’s important to talk honestly with a healthcare provider about any concerns you may have about monkeypox,  especially if you know you spent time with someone who had monkeypox. You can request time alone with a healthcare provider at your next visit to discuss your concerns in private.

Regarding treatment: Currently, there is no specific treatment approved for monkeypox virus infection. However, there are antiviral medications that can be used to treat smallpox and other conditions that may help patients with monkeypox infection.(NIAID)

For more on monkeypox please visit: www.cdc.gov

Image credit: This image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: August 26, 2022
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Drinking water in India

Women and girls of 10 Crore households now free from drudgery of collection of drinking water

To provide drinking water to every rural household Indian Government took action and finally during celebration of India’s 75th Independence day this big step has been achieved. As we know previous two years has been challenging due to Covid-19 pandemic and the disruptions it caused was humongous and situation was challenging. Drinking water is basic necessity and finally it reached those who were waiting for it from past many decades! Equipment and tools that were needed to achieve this mission -like pipeline were transported using boats, camels, horses and even elephants to reach remote areas, rough terrains, forest and hilly areas. These efforts resulted in drinking water supply for 10 Crore rural households through taps and in 8.67 lakh (84.35%) schools and 8.96 lakh (80.34%) anganwadi centres in India.

While establishing pipeline and water supply Government also focused on important aspect – water quality. As per the report, a  total of 2,070 water testing laboratories have been developed, strengthened and empaneled in the country during the mission period.  As on date, more than 64 lakh water quality tests have been conducted in 4.51 lakh villages through water testing laboratories. -Healthy life

As the country celebrates Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, to mark 75 years of India’s Independence, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) achieves a new milestone by providing10 Crore rural households with safe and clean drinking water through taps. On 15th August 2019, when the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched Jal Jeevan Mission, from the ramparts of the Red Fort, only 3.23 Crore (16.90%) of the households in villages had access to piped water connection. The country achieved the landmark of 10 Crore Functional Household Tap Connection on 19th August 2022.

As on date, 3 States (Goa, Telangana and Haryana) and 3 UTs (Puducherry, D&D and D&NH and A&N Islands), have reported 100% coverage. Punjab at 99.93%, followed by Gujarat at 97.03%, Bihar at 95.51% and Himachal Pradesh at 94.88% are also poised to achieve saturation shortly. On !7th August, 2022Goa and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (D&NH and D&D) became the first ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified State and UT in the country respectively, where people in all villages confirmed availability of adequate, safe and regular supply of water for all households in their villages, through Gram Sabhas.

The objective of the Mission is to provide every rural household with drinking water in adequate quantity of prescribed quality on regular and long-term basis. Despite various disruptions and challenges like CoVID-19 pandemic, States/ UTs are working relentlessly overcoming the challenges like harsh weather conditions, remoteness, tough terrains, hills, forest, etc. to ensure tap water in every rural home. On many occasions the pipes and other equipment are transported on helicopters, boats, camels, elephants and horses.

The relentless efforts of the Union and State governments have also resulted in ensuring provision of tap water supply in 8.67 lakh (84.35%) schools and 8.96 lakh (80.34%) anganwadi centres in the country.  In the 117 aspirational districts of our country, at the time of launch of the Mission, only 24.32 lakh (7.57%) household had access to tap water which has now increased to 1.54 Crore (48.00%). Three Aspirational districts from Telangana (Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Jayashankar Bhupalpalli and Bhadrabri Kothagudem) and 1 district each in Punjab (Moga), Haryana (Mewat) and Himachal Pradesh (Chamba) have reported 100% tap water coverage.

JJM has brought huge socio-economic benefits to the rural population. Regular tap water supply relieves people, especially women and young girls, from carrying heavy bucket loads of water to meet their daily household needs thereby reducing age-old drudgery. The time so saved can be used for income generation activities, learning new skills and supporting children’s education.

In order to achieve long term sustainability of the schemes, community participation has from the very beginning been at the heart of planning, implementation, operations and maintenance of Rural Piped Water Supply schemes. A total of 5.08 lakh Village Water & Sanitation Committees (VWSC)/ Pani Samitis have been constituted in the country. Also, 4.78 lakh VAPs have been prepared which detail out the plans for drinking water source augmentation, greywater treatment and its reuse, and regular operation and maintenance of in-village water supply systems.

Water Quality under this mission is a very important aspect. A total of 2,070 water testing laboratories have been developed, strengthened and empaneled in the country during the Mission period.  As on date, more than 64 lakh water quality tests have been conducted in 4.51 lakh villages through water testing laboratories. Water quality testing labs of States/ UTs are now open for the public for testing water samples at nominal rates.  Till now, 10.8 lakh rural women have also been trained to use Field Testing Kits (FTKs). Over, 58 lakh water quality tests have been conducted by trained women in 1.7 lakh villages using FTKs.

Article and image from: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1853125

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: August 25, 2022
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Salicornia, the Green Salt Superfood

Salicornia, the Green Salt Superfood

Green salt is obtained from a plant called Salicornia. Salicornia or glasswort is herb that is rich in nutrients tastes like vegetable. It generally grows near sea and its taste comes from the mineral ingredients it contains. Salicornia belongs to same family as Quinoa and Amaranthus, has antioxidant, anti-tumor and antihypertensive properties.

Salicornia being halophyte has ability to tolerate and grown in salt water environment.

Stems of Salicornia is boiled for making salt.

Do you know? Every part of the plant from stem to root, leaves, seeds have huge benefit and value. For many centuries Salicornia is used as food, fodder, medicine and to rehabilitate wasteland in coastal areas. It can be eaten raw in salads, or steamed, sautéed, stir fried or boiled.

Image Reference: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Salicornia_europaea_MS_0802.JPG (CC by 2.5)

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: August 23, 2022
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Pokemon Go

Pokémon Go App helping in Reducing Depression!

(Pokémon Go, the new iOS and Android game that’s sending people outside in droves. Pokémon Go is a free-to-play, location-based augmented reality game developed and published by Niantic. In July 2016 it was released in few countries. In this game, players use a mobile device’s GPS capability to locate, capture, battle, and train virtual creatures, called Pokémon, who appear on the screen as if they were in the same real-world location as the player. Pokémon Go is free to play, so all one has to do is press “download” to begin installing the game onto iPhone or Android device. Since the app was released last month, millions of people have begun exercising regularly and interacting with others – Healthylife.werindia.com).

By Amanda Froelich@www.trueactivist.com

If you live in the city and have taken a stroll downtown during the evenings, chances are you’ve come across hoards of teenagers and adults sitting together, staring at their phones. At first glance, it’d be easy to dismiss the groups as indulged millennials wasting their time, but the Pokémon Go app is actually being credited with helping reduce social anxiety and depression amongst those who play it.

Science Alert relays that since the app came out last month, a good percent of the population has begun regularly exercising as they walk around to play the virtual game. In addition, the app has spurred people to actually interact with each other, helping to reduce social anxiety in individuals who play it.

It should be noted that established methods of reducing depression exist, and they include being in nature, exercising, interacting with others in the same mindset, and enjoying one’s time.  However, it’s Pokémon Go which seems to be inspiring people to experience all simultaneously.

Psychologist John M. Grohol reported on PsychCentral that there has been an increase of social media users expressing reduced feelings of depression and anxiety since playing the app.

The game – which is now more popular than Tinder and is likely to overtake Twitter – has one advantage over other apps, according to the psychologist: it inspires people to get out of their houses and get active. This can be incredibly difficult for those who have social anxiety or suffer from depression.

Don’t just take his word for it, however. Following are some tweets by people who credit the app for benefiting their mental afflictions:

Because of the game’s popularity, animal shelters have begun asking players to walk dogs while ‘hatching eggs’ or seeking out virtual creatures. You can read more about that here.

And, if you’re still confused on what Pokémon Go is, the video below explains:

Regardless of your thoughts on peoples’ overuse of technology, it might be agreed that society functions best when people are happy and healthy, and Pokémon Go seems to be helping make that a reality.

Read More: http://www.trueactivist.com

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: August 12, 2022
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Tiranga Pulao

Basmati Tiranga Pulao Rice

On India’s Independence day, celebrate our traditions with Basmati Tiranga Pulao rice.  Basmati rice has unique fragrance and is lighter on digestive system. The recipe calls for all good ingredients – Tomato (with lycopene), Spinach (with iron), turmeric (with curcumin) and clarified butter that reduces inflammation. All good ingredients together gives unique color and taste to this absolutely delicious Tiranga pulao.

Ingredients:  

For orange rice

  1. Clarified butter/ ghee – 2 Tbs
  2. Cumin – ¼ tsp
  3. Ginger paste – 1 tsp
  4. Tomato puree (crushed tomato) – ¼ cup
  5. Turmeric – ½ tsp
  6. Chilli powder – ½ tsp
  7. Red chilli paste 1 teaspoon
  8. Salt to taste
  9. Basmati rice – soaked 1 cup

For green rice

  1. Clarified butter/ ghee -2 Tbs
  2. Cumin – ¼ tsp
  3. Ginger paste – 1 tsp
  4. Green chilli paste – 1 tsp
  5. Spinach puree – ½ cup
  6. Green peas – ¼ cup
  7. Salt to taste
  8. Basmati rice – Soaked 1 cup

 White rice

  1. Clarified butter/ ghee – 2 Tbs
  2. Cumin – ¼ tsp
  3. Salt to taste
  4. Basmati rice – soaked 1 cup

 Method:

  1. In a pan take 2 Tbs of ghee and heat in medium heat. Wash Basmati rice and drain the water.
  2. Heat clarified butter in two different pans on medium heat. Add cumin to both pan and saute until seeds gives roasted flavor
  3. Orange rice- In one pan add ginger paste, red chili powder, tomato puree and chilli paste and saute. Add required amount of basmati rice and mix. Now, add one cup of water, little salt and close the lid and cook the rice.
  4. Green rice -In second pan add green chilli paste, ginger paste, turmeric, salt and mix well. Add basmati rice, green peas and mix well again. Add 3/4 cup of water and close the lid. When water starts boiling add spinach puree, mix well and cover the lid. Let the rice cook.
  5. White rice – Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds and saute. Add washed Basmati rice and mix well. Add water and cover the lid, let the rice cook.
  6. In a plate spread green color rice to an inch layer. Spread white rice on top of green rice followed by layer of orange rice. On top, you can decorate using few cashew and finely chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve hot tiranga pulao rice with raita, chutney or any other side dishes of your choice.

Recipe: www.werindia.com

Image: Google

 

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Hare pose, shashankasana

Hare Pose Shashankasana

If you are new to yoga and would like to do inversion poses like shirasasana, you need hours of practices to get there. In the beginning learning basic poses are critical to get into advanced poses. Shashankasana, rabbit pose is beginners pose that involves a bit of inversion. It is a sitting forward bend pose where top of the head touches the floor/mat. Shashankasana is good for relaxing and calming the mind. It helps to reduce abdomen, stretches shoulders, arms and reduces lower back pain. It is also a recommended pose to to improve function of digestive system – Healthy Life

LEVEL :Beginner

Anatomy: Abdomen|Biceps|Lower Back|Neck|Triceps

Pose Type: Forward Fold|Seated

Sanskrit: Shshankasana, Shshanka= Rabbit, asana=pose

Benefits

  • Stretches the spine
  • Soothes the mind and releases tension
  • Activates the digestive system
  • Stretches the arms and shoulders
  • Releases lower back tension or stiffness

Contraindications

How To

  1. Take a seat with your hips resting on your heels
  2. Inhale to prepare
  3. Exhale, rest your hands on your heels or your ankles with your palms facing inward, thumbs down
  4. Inhale once more, and begin to round your spine and bring the crown of your head to rest down on your mat directly in front of your knees
  5. Tuck your chin towards your chest and feel the opening of the back of your neck
  6. To fully arrive in Shashankasana, lift your hips away from your heels and rest your hips above your knees or slightly behind them
  7. Rest here for a few rounds of breath

Modify or Replace

  • Place a blanket underneath your knees or ankles for added support
  • Rest your hands closer to your knees, higher on your calves, if your shoulders feel strained or your neck feels overextended

Sequencing Tips

Before:

After:

  • Balasana (Child pose)
  • Seed Pose (Balasana, variation)

Teaching Cues

  • Engage your shoulder blades, or scapula, and draw your shoulders away from your ears
  • Keep your elbows towards your side bodies
  • Find length through your side bodies with every inhale
  • Tuck your tailbone under to maintain length through your spine

Variations

  • Keep your hips resting on your heels and lessen the intensity of sensation in your legs

Watch Out For

  • Putting too much weight on the crown of your head
  • Slouching your shoulders towards your ears

This article and image is reproduced here with prior permission from beyogi.com. For more poses visit beyogi.com

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: August 8, 2022
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Ways to use avocado to get health benefits

Ways to use avocado to get health benefits

Avocado comes in different shapes Pear shape to round shape and, color of avocados also varies.

Hass avocado also known as Alligator pears with its nubby skin is most popular variety. Inside green or dark green skin it contains yellowish green flesh.

Avocados are highly nutritious and rich in Vitamin K, folate, potassium Vitamin C, B5 & B6 and E.

In addition, it also contains Magnesium, iron, zinc, phosphorous, vitamin A.

One medium sized avocado supplies 160 calories with 2 grams of protein, 15 grams of fat and, rest of it carb and 3 grams fiber.

Fact is even though it is high in fatty acid content it supplies low level of cholesterol.

Health benefits of avocado are:

  1. Good for eye health
  2. Reduces heart conditions,
  3. Prevents bad breath
  4. Good nutrition for healthy skin
  5. It helps to control Vit K deficiency abnormal bleeding
  6. Reduces morning sickness in pregnancy
  7. Good for digestion and metabolism
  8. Protects liver and regulates indigestion
  9. Prevents osteoporosis

How to use avocado?

  1. Avocado with lemon juice: Add little paprika, lemon juice and balsamic vinegar to half cut avocado and scoop and eat.
  2. Avocado spread: To about 50g Avocado add 1/8 tsp salt, 1 tsp lemon juice and mash the flesh. Lightly toast the bread and spread mashed avocado. This is a replacement for butter.
  3. Avocado and tomato salsa: To one ripe fresh avocado add chopped 2 small tomatoes, ½ cup finely chopped onion, 1 chopped green chilli, 2 chopped garlic cloves, 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro. Mix all ingredients add little lemon juice. Chill for an hour and serve with bread or nachos
  4. Prepare guacamole: See the recipe here. Serve fresh cut vegetables with guacamole.
  5. Avocado dipping sauce: To one fresh avocado flesh, add ½ cup yogurt, ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, 2 Tbsp lemon juice and little salt. In a blender puree avocado with other ingredients. Transfer to a bowl and serve as a dip with fritters or chips.
  6. Avocado and mango topper: Dice two avocados and add 1 ripe mango, 1 cup tomato, ¼ cup chopped cilantro, 2 Tbsp onion, 1 Tbsp green chilli, 1Tbsp lime juice, ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper. In a bowl combine all ingredients and serve.
  7. As baby food: Avocado makes a great food for babies. Soft and creamy texture and mild taste is well suited for babies. Puree ripe avocado in a processor and milk to get creaminess.
  8. Avocado cucumber soup: Puree 12 ounce cucumber and, add 2 chopped Hass avocado, green chilli, little sugar and lemon juice. Blend the mix and add 2 cups water, 1 cup coconut milk and process until smooth. Transfer to bowl and season with salt and coarse pepper. One can add little ginger and cumin seeds to enhance taste.
  9. Avocado dip on spicy potato: Boil potato and remove skin. Cut boiled potato into round shape and season with mustard, red chilli powder (1 tsp), asafetida (pinch) turmeric, few chopped garlic cloves (6-8) and salt. Place avocado dip on potato and serve!
  10. Grilled avocado: Cut an avocado into half, remove seed. Apply lemon juice on avocado half and brush olive oil. Place the cut side down in grill and cook for couple of minutes. Season with pepper and salt.

Grandma’s Remedies: www.healthylife.werindia.com

Image credit: Image by Julie Henriksen from Pixabay (Free for commercial use)

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: August 2, 2022
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