Natural Remedies For Blood Clots That Have No Side Effects

Blood, the fuel running our body, has been doing a marvelous job since we were born.  It is flowing smoothly throughout, transporting nutrients to the body cells, helping in sustaining life. 


Blood makes up about 8% of the body weight. The role of the blood in our life is notoriously overlooked, but when we get a cut or any other injury, it is the components in blood which form the clot preventing unnecessary loss of blood. A clot is simply an amalgamation of red blood cells and other cell components which build up at the site of injury to stop the flow. 


When this blood clots within a vessel, all of these things stop happening. In fact, this might be life threatening since the blood clots may clog the arteries and block blood supply to the vital organs like the Heart or the Brain. Natural remedies for blood clots can help.There are some natural blood thinners that may help.


Usually blood clots are healthy and have the purpose of stopping excessive bleeding. But sometimes too much clotting can be a sign of deeper and more painful health problems.

Risk Factors for Blood Clots

Excessive blood clots or blood clots forming without reason can happen due to a variety of reason. Risk factors associated with blood clots usually involve abnormalities in the blood conduction system caused by high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, blood disorder, liver disease, injury, surgery, family history, being bed ridden or bone fractures.

Symptoms and Presentation of Blood Clots

Symptoms of blood clots depend on their location, whether they are occurring in an artery or a vein, resulting in different clinical conditions.

A blood clot that is formed in an artery that supplies blood to the heart results in CVA or a Heart attack. If it causes blockage of blood to the brain, it may result in TIA or stroke.

The clinical presentation of a Venous Clot is not usually acute and may result in the feeling of warmth, swelling, redness and discoloration. In the case of Pulmonary Embolism, (when the clot formed in a distant vein causes blockage in the lung circulation) the clot can be life threatening needing emergency treatment and supervision.

These clotting abnormalities affect a great number of people each year, who spend a huge sum on the treatment strategies, both interventional and non-interventional.

By accommodating these simple natural remedies for blood clots including habits and diet changes, you can drastically reduce the risk of blood clots, and save yourself a fortune in investing in various drugs and treatments. Just commit yourself and enjoy the bounties of natural treatments for blood clots.

Keep The Clots Away Naturally (Natural Remedies For Blood Clots)

The risk of the formation of blood clots can be reduced by adopting a healthy diet and lifestyle. These are the greatest weapons against the chronic ailments and lifelong medications.

For the purpose of this article, we have classified our natural remedies for blood clots as follows:

• Blood Thinners (anticoagulants)
• Anti-oxidants
• Anti-lipids
• Lifestyle changes
• Blood Thinners (Natural Anticoagulants) 

                    Natural Remedies For Blood Clots 

There are number of natural blood thinners that will help prevent blood clots. You can red about natural blood thinners in more detail here.

1. Water consumption

Water is a very effective and underrated blood thinner. Sufficient water intake keeps your body hydrated resulting in smoother flow of blood. It also prevents the blood from clumping and the prevents the platelets from thickening, which coincidentally is the cause of clot formation.

You can read further from following link:

http://justhealthlifestyle.com/home-natural-remedies-for-blood-clots-no-side-effects/

5 Best Ways to stay Motivated

Asalamolikum/Good Morning

After a long off from the work especially the net,i am on the road.The absence is not the holiday or something,its the way to be productive,(in a better sense)
By Almighty's Grace ,i am here again to share, to modify with a fresh mind.

Life

 Motivation or inspiration is a must to keep life on gear.It is as essential as oxygen to trees.It acts as a pushing force to keep oneself moving.

It can be a simple happening or an example from the near one.problems ,difficulties are with everyone.The difference is that either they took u or you play with them.There are some simple ways to stay motivated.

1. EXERCISE:This really have a positive effect  not only your body but your mind also.A simple walk is the best time to think about yourself and plan for a day.It boosts the positivity within yourself.Getting into the BEST physical condition can enhance your creativity several times.
2. SMILE OFTEN:It is a common saying that it takes only 14 muscles to smile.Smile is the commonest and cheapest gift which can be offered to others.One of the best Stress releasing medicine offered for free.The best practise is to look  upon yourself into the mirror Smiling.Believe me it works.
3. THINK LESS:Abrupt thinking can distract you from your goals making you gloomy
4. THANK OFTEN:Thanking often creates a feeling of satiety and start the chain of positive energy flowing around you.  
5. FOCUS:Last but not the least make a Not To Do List.Too many distractions merely waste your energy You cant be available to everyone at any time..Focusing yourself to the particular goal helps you be on the track.

Stay Healthy and Stay Aware.

10 easy Tips to chill out this summer

Asalamolikum/Good Morning

Summer Feast

I have been through a quote on summer which I want to share with my readers

A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken - James Dent

Refreshing Drink

Following are 10 easy tips to chill out this summer :

1. Refresh yourself with a bath everyday, Make sure that the water must not be very cold nor very hot.
2. Mint lemonades and yogurt made drinks and dishes are favorite like Lassi; Raita , Dahi Bondi. 
3. Take out all the light colour clothes this summer as they are more soothing and augment them wearing light weight sandals.

   

   Water Melon

4. Beat the heat by doubling the water intake this summer. This not only applies on you but also to the young family member.
5. Water conserving foods and vegetables like watermelon, melon, Cucumber, Gourd be the essential part of summer diet.
6. Avoid taking meals rich in spices instead Kichree, Salads, Bhajis, lentils are good options.
7. Don't take chill water and other drinks immediately after stepping in the home.
8. Wear dark goggles, if needed to go out in the open.
9. Heat producing chores like cooking, boiling water should be done in the morning.
10. Indoor plants provides the cooling effect to the atmosphere as well as add beauty to home.

    

    Indoor Beauty

Stay Healthy Stay Aware.

Shaking Palsy in the spotlight:10 common facts about Parkinson's Disease.

Asalamoalikum/Good Morning

Symbol of Parkinson's disease

As World Parkinson's Day has been observed on 11th of April to mark the Birthday of MR.JAMES PARKINSON, who first notified this disease as SHAKING PALSY  in his writings As a doctor I asked my High-profile up to date friend about what he knows about Parkinson's disease.
His answer make me gasping for breath while drowning in the bathtub. To be concise his reply was

It is some kind of disease which should be prevented by improved sanitary conditions

O MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!This reply gave me a 1000KV bolt. This incident made me realize the awareness about Parkinson's Disease in my part of the world. The few of them who have little knowledge about Parkinson's disease are the ones who relate them with great World famous Boxer Muhammed Ali as he is confronting the same disease.
So I intend to write some common facts about Parkinson's disease which everybody should at least know.

Short Stepping gait

1.  Parkinson's disease is a Neurodegenerative Disorder i.e. it is related to the damage of the particular part of the brain leading to abnormal body movements.
2. Scientifically it occurs due to the gradual loss of the cells producing a chemical called DOPAMINE. This chemical help to transmit messages between nerve cells. As a result of this loss, messages are disrupted leading to movement disorder like TREMORS,SLOWNESS,RIGIDITY.
3. There is no definite cause of the Parkinson's disease have been found yet
4. It is a Progressive type of disease that the symptoms gradually worsen over the period of time.
5. It usually affects the older group of population but the Early onset Parkinson's disease can affect adult of any age.
6. It is to remember that Parkinson's disease is not a Life Threatening disease but alters the over all quality of life.
7. A typical Parkinson's disease patient have a Blank faces  with a monotonous speech.He walks with a small shuffling-steps with loss of arm swing.His hands shakes when not in use.He has difficulty performing daily tasks at the usual speed.Other problems he battled are Depression, anxiety, Sleep, etc.No two patients of the Parkinson's disease presents with the same complains.

   

   Tremor Canceller

8. Diagnosis of the Parkinson's disease is made on Exclusion criteria.that is other causes of the same symptoms have to be ruled out to diagnose Parkinson's disease.
9. There is no Absolute cure for the Parkinson's disease but the symptom based therapy gives a good control of life. Multidisciplinary approach is the key to lead a productive and independent life for years.Research is going on,soon there will be cure.
10. There is no prevention ,anybody can get Parkinson's disease.This is also the Theme of this year.

I tried my best to encompass the common points about Parkinson's disease,however if I am missing something feel free to share.
STAY AWARE AND STAY HEALTHY!!!!

10 Easy Tips to watch your weight at home

Asalamoalikum/Good Morning

Healthy Meal

 Looking slim and smart is a dream of every man and woman. But Slimming Programs and Institutes are charging a great deal making a big hole in the pocket. Following are 10 easy tips and habits to accomplish this goal with out costing a penny.

1. Drink a lot of water especially at least 2 glasses half hour before breakfast.
2. Take a warm cup of honey water i.e. 1 large spoon of honey in a cup early in the morning.
3. Minimize your Daily sugar in take like taking tea without sugar 
4. When you take out the milk from the fridge remove the thick layers of cream from it. This will make it fat free.

   

   Fiber Rich Food

5. Switch over to the whole wheat products like flour, Bread, Cookies.
6. Make your TV time your time to work out for yourself. While hooking on the television, give your neck nodding and rotation movement, stretching your hands and legs etc.
7. Take adequate sleep.This will regulates the hunger hormones and normalizes your appetite.
8. Make high fibre food like Cholas (Beans), Salads your favorite.
9. Give your maid a little rest and took up the dusting cloth yourself.
10. Count your blessings and review your goals every day .This will boosts your morale and keep you motivated.
    
    

Eat healthy and Stay Healthy !!!

Be aware of your Cholesterol levels:The Good and the Bad

Asalamoalikum/Good Morning

Healthy Blossoms

When my hubby has been diagnosed with High blood CHOLESTEROL levels, the panic strikes the family. Everybody started pouring their valuable suggestions aka Totkay to get rid of this menace as soon as possible and the patient(my hubby) has nothing to do except nodding every aunties in affirmative. He becomes a true picture of pity and become trapped in sheer confusion.
He was not the first person in the family who has got the raised Cholesterol levels but as a matter of fact he is very dear to all. I being a Doctor became a calm witness to the whole situation.
As the leading lady of the home and a concerned wife, the ball eventually landed in my court. Apart from making some drastic life changes I intended to write some of these valuable guidelines to the ones who have been the victim of the similar situation.
Cholesterol has become quite notorious for some times and every disease is being linked to it but the point to be noted is that it is not the Cholesterol itself but its Higher than Normal blood levels is the REAL CULPRIT. 
Cholesterol itself is an essential part of our body cells but the Higher Cholesterol levels poses serious threats to health and increases the risk of Cardiovascular diseases.

NORMAL CHOLESTEROL LEVELS: Less than 200 mg/dL

Blood Cholesterol levels are directly related to the dietary fat intake.
Now the puzzling question is
What is GOOD Cholesterol? What is BAD Cholesterol?



 Actually Cholesterol is transported in the blood by various Lipoproteins. These lipoproteins are mainly of TWO types.

HIGH DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN aka GOOD CHOLESTEROL:

It is the Cholesterol removing lipoprotein, called GOOD as it helps carry LDL away from the artery wall.

LOW DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN aka BAD CHOLESTEROL:

It delivers Cholesterol to the body, called BAD because too much LDL can build on artery wall, clogging them.

Fruits for well being

Please don't be mistaken by the word LOW as it is the clot forming cholesterol leading to the HEART problems.
Now comes the Question of the Day?
What significant changes should be made on the Menu Card?
How to lower the raised Cholesterol level?
The important one as How to remain the Kitchen QUEEN while preparing tasty yet healthy food?
As far as MEDICATION is concerned STATINS or LIPID LOWERING AGENTS are the common prescription but the FAT LOWERING DIET and the LIFESTYLE CHANGES are as important as gulping down the PILL.

• WATCH WHAT YOU EAT:

Heart healthy Plant derived fat is proved to be reducing the CHOLESTEROL levels if consumed on a regular basis.

INCLUDE:   Whole grain products: Pasta, Bread, Flour, Brown Rice, Oats, Barley's. High Fibre Diet: Fruits, Vegetables, Beans, Lentils, Cholas  Omega 3 Rich Diet: Fish, Walnuts, ground flax seeds Oils: Canola Oil, Sunflower, Olive, Soybean Green Tea: Significantly lower bad cholesterol

EXCLUDE: Butter or other solid fats like Ghee. Baker's item: Pastries, Cookies, Doughnuts, Fried snakes, Burgers. Full Cream Dairy Products, cheese, Yogurt Canned, Preserved Foods

I know it is very difficult to switch to the diet which has been taken for granted for ages but it is worthy of the situation.

• LIMIT YOUR WAISTLINE:

Avoid Confectioneries

Eat to Live, not Live to Eat. Decreasing the overall weight has a significant lowering effect on the Cholesterol levels but the most important is to decrease the Belly fat because there is a higher risk of health problems related to increase waist size.

The Women waist size should be under 88 cm (35 inches)

The Man waist size should be under 102 cm (40 inches)

Make a note of the current eating habits and the habits to be pursued, paste them in an eye catching place,  every time a glimpse of it gives a punch of motivation.

My hubby adopts a few habits to watch his weight.

Popcorn Treat

1. Drinking a lot of Water, 2 glasses especially before the Breakfast. This will do catharsis of the body and keep bowels running.
2. Taking ISPHAGHOL HUSK daily at bedtime. This has also found to be very beneficial.
3. He use to treat himself with Pop corns, Chola's (black gram) instead of Fried Potato chips, fried Papad etc.

• EXERCISE:

Exercise and exercise ,there is no escape from it and no better way to keep yourself boosting with Positivity. If cant exercise daily (as in the case of my hubby) workout on at least Three days a week. Most important is to slowly start Exercise, build up to a 60 minute endurance level and keep it up.

Daily Exercises

Apart from these changes, my husband willingly quit smoking which not only helps in declining the levels but also normalises his Blood Pressure.

The Rule of the Thumb is 3P that is PATIENCE,PERSISTENCE and PERSEVERANCE. Sticking to the changes for at least about six months begin showing up the positive results.

Wishing all a HEALTHY and HAPPY CHANGE.   

What's on the Menu Today? 12 Tips for Menu Planning

Asalamolikum/Good Morning:

What's on the Menu Today?
What's for Dinner?


KABABS with CURRY on the MENU

These are the Most popular inquiries in every home.
Mums like me have been haunted for years by them. There is no cupboard where I can hide to avoid these questions.
To avoid the harassing looks of the kids, we should effort to prepare an effective menu plan which is not only rewarding for the tummy but also to the pocket. It not only save us from the last minute frenzy but a healthy menu encourages Healthy Eating Habits.
Here are few simple tips to keep your loved ones Happy and Hearty.

 

1. Preparing the menu list beforehand is the best strategy from the many options available.A  Fortnightly meal plan, a Weekly Plan, a Night before meal plan. I personally like the last one because it gives us the clear picture of what I have at hand and appropriately I can arrange.

   

   DAILY MENU LIST

2. Asking your family especially Kids about their Favorites makes
    
   it a lot more easier otherwise all effort will land in a trash. 
3. Plan to suit your Lifestyle, I prefer once cooked eat twice type.
4. The menu should be wholesome and nutrient wise. It should include every portion of the nutrients like proteins, carbs, fats, fiber etc to strike a balance diet.

   

   PUMPKIN VEGETABLE BHAJEE

    
5. Asses the stuff available at the Fridge and Pantry.
6. The sensitive food should top the list like FISH
7. Be smart and flexible to visit the bazaars. Rush only when the fresh stock arrives,
8.  Sides like Salads and sandwiches increases the value of the Meal and also add energy rich nutrients.

   

   SALAD OPTIONS

9. Don't go extreme with the planning. Spontaneity and listening to the stomach cramps is a healthy habit.
10. Don't forget to take the reviews from the family. From this a list of likes could be evolved  and helps to become a better cook.
11. Always keep an eye on the clock. Never overindulge yourself.
12. Always allow yourself to take rest and make any restaurant chef take your turn .
     

Have a Wonderful Day.
EAT HEALTHY AND STAY HEALTHY.

World TB Day : 9 Common Myths About Tuberculosis

Asalamolikum/Good Morning

World TB Day

Tuberculosis is a serious but treatable disease mainly affecting the Lungs but can also affects other organs.
24th March is being observed as  the World TB Day to promote world wide awareness of the disease which in turn leads to decrease the Global Burden of disease.Every year 9 Million people have been Diagnosed with Tuberculosis (TB), but 3 Million missed out the care they need and become the cause of spreading the disease.
Following are the common Myths about the disease.

1. Tuberculosis(TB) is not an INHERITED Disease: it is not transmitted through genes i.e. parents to children but members of the same family can be infected.
2. It doesn't spread by DIRECT PHYSICAL CONTACT  i.e. doesn't spread  by touch, handshaking, hugging. 

   

   TB MYTHS AND FACTS

3. No FOOD RESTRICTION is needed during the Treatment.
4. It is not transmitted through BREAST MILK, mother can safely Breastfed her Child.
5. If the patient is PREGNANT, she can also take Treatment, prescribed by a recognized Medical Practitioner.
6. It is not transmitted by using, eating meals in patient's UTENSILS, wearing patient's dresses
7. Tuberculosis is not caused by SMOKING but by a bacteria MYCOBACTERIUM TUBERCULOSIS however smokers are at a risk of getting respiratory infections.
8. A POSITIVE SKIN TEST doesn't always indicate an ACTIVE DISEASE but only confirms the EXPOSURE of a person to a disease.
9. It is not the disease of LOW SOCIOECONMIC STRATA but prevalent in places which are overcrowded, poorly ventilated and in people affected by malnutrition.

TB is among the Top Three causes of DEATH among women aged 15 to 44.
TB Mortality has been reduced over 40 percent Worldwide since 1990 and the incidence is declining .
 Pakistan is among the top ten countries where tuberculosis is prevalent. The need is to educate the people through media campaigns, conferences, seminars, workshops and local religious gatherings.

STOP TB BY AWARNESS

Be AWARE AND SPREAD AWARENESS.

How to make the most of your TV time.

Asalamoalikum/Good Morning 

As the match fever is on the rise these days, everybody in the house glued to the screens is a common scene, killing a lot of our precious time.

Watching match on TV

Want to know the tips to get the most out of time.Using this time simultaneously to do other chores is not a bad idea.It is known as MULTITASKING i.e Killing two birds with one stone.

Here are the few simple productive tips which are easy to follow while watching your favourite match #t20

1. Stretch your muscles while watching.This will tone, tighten, and increases the circulation.Other workouts are Push ups , Crunches .
2. Use commercial  breaks to make to do lists for a week, grocery list etc.
3. Grab your laptop check your email, arrange them.This is the best time to update your email account.

   

   Enjoying TV with Friends

4. Catch up the clothes for folding.Ironing is also an option.
5. One can easily  chop, cut and mix the veggies,fruits to make a Healthy Yummy Salad, Fruit chat  while hooking on the television .
6. Sweat yourself during a break by dusting the furniture, mopping the floor, cleaning the kitchen counters.

   
    

   ICC World T20 2014

7. Avoid taking meals while television  is on.Meal time should be a family time .

Remember that moderation is the key.Cutting back the excessive screen hours will not only have a Positive  impact  on your Health but also nurtures a Healthy relationship with in family.

Pakistan

 

Best of Luck Team Pakistan !!!!