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 Infertile Women




The presence of a baby is the happiest thing in a household. Not all couples can have children immediately. Not a few of them have fertility problems became known only after marriage.

In women who have not reached age 34, the normal chances of fertility was 90%. With notes, not drug abusers or alcoholics.

In women, infertility can be caused by hormonal dysfunction, blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, cysts, or quality and poor sperm motility.

At least 40% factor infertility is caused by female while 40% lainoleh for men, and the remaining 20% ​​for both.
There are at least 90 million couples in the world who are trying to have children. The difficulty of having a baby such as to cause deep stress on these couples. Even from the list of causes of stress, the stress of infertility is the second most frequent cause of death after stress.

As reported suite101.com, Monday (25/06/2012), there are six general guidelines to determine whether a woman is fertile or not.

1. Normal menstrual period

Means regular menstrual ovulation occurs regularly and sign hormonal balance. Regular menstrual periods can also allow a woman to know when is the best time to deal with the possibility of pregnancy is high.

In the normal menstrual cycle, ie for 24 and 35 days, ovulation usually occurs around mid-cycle. Signs of ovulation are breast tenderness, bloating, mild abdominal pain, as well as body temperature and increased sex drive.

2. Normal weight


Unhealthy weight will disrupt the balance of hormones in the body that interfere with the success of ovulation. In extreme cases, ovulation may stop altogether.

In lean women, the body saves energy by stopping ovulation. If this continues for a long period of time, it will likely lead to infertility.

Women who exercise excessively can also become infertile due to a lack of body fat. Being overweight also increases the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome can cause permanent infertility.

3. Do not use any contraception


Women who had injected hormones birth control takes 1 year in order to recover its fertility .. The body should start reset period, also begin to ovulate regularly to increase fertility.

Although the normal menstrual cycle has begun again, ovulation will occur irregularly and does take a few moments to normal again. Fortunately, hormonal birth control does not cause infertility.

4. Free of sexually transmitted diseases


Women infected with sexually transmitted diseases are more likely to be infertile. Diseases such as chlamydia and gonorrhea cause pelvic inflammatory disease which can spread to the reproductive organs.

Infection causes scar tissue appears on the fallopian tubes, ovaries and other organs so as to prevent ovulation and reduce the ability to conceive.

5. Do not smoke

Female heavy smokers decreased fertility rates around 43% and 3 times more likely to be infertile than women non-smokers. This possibility increases higher if the spouse is also permitted.

Chemicals in cigarettes damage the egg and can interfere with ovulation. Not only can create a difficult pregnancy, but it also increases the likelihood of miscarriage and stillborn babies.

6. No stress

Stress is one of the biggest factors that interfere with a woman’s ability to conceive. Unfortunately, one of the risk factors of life is inescapable.

Women produce stress hormones cortisol and prolactin are actively annoying and can even stop ovulation. If this happens for a long period of time, the immune system is reduced. At this time, the chances of getting pregnant will shrink because of the pregnancy would endanger the function and the body’s ability to cope with stress.

Information and secrets

THE Snoring &  Sexually active



If you’re like most Americans you probably don’t get eight hours sleep each night.

But, if you also constantly feel exhausted, experience headaches for no obvious reason or have high blood pressure, you could have a more serious problem.

That’s because these can all be the result of snoring—which is, in turn, the most common symptom of a potentially serious health problem—obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

While most people think of snoring as a minor annoyance, research shows it can be hazardous to your health.  That’s because for over 18 million Americans it’s related to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). People who suffer from OSA repeatedly and unknowingly stop breathing during the night due to a complete or partial obstruction of their airway.  It occurs when the jaw, throat, and tongue muscles relax, blocking the airway used to breathe.  The resulting lack of oxygen can last for a minute or longer, and occur hundreds of times each night.

Thankfully, most people wake when a complete or partial obstruction occurs, but it can leave you feeling completely exhausted.  OSA has also been linked to a host of health problems including:

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)



Any woman can get BV.
Some women with BV don't know they have it because they have no symptoms.
Women who have never had sexual intercourse may also be affected by BV, and it is common in pregnant women.
Having BV can increase a woman's susceptibility to other STDs. Pregnant women may deliver premature or low birth-weight babies.


What is bacterial vaginosis?

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the name of a condition in women where the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted and replaced by an overgrowth of certain bacteria.  It is sometimes accompanied by discharge, odor, pain, itching, or burning.


How common is bacterial vaginosis?


Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age.  In the United States, BV is common in pregnant women.
How do people get bacterial vaginosis?
The cause of BV is not fully understood. BV is associated with an imbalance in the bacteria that are normally found in a woman's vagina. The vagina normally contains mostly "good" bacteria, and fewer "harmful" bacteria. BV develops when there is an increase in harmful bacteria.
Not much is known about how women get BV. There are many unanswered questions about the role that harmful bacteria play in causing BV. Any woman can get BV. However, some activities or behaviors can upset the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina and put women at increased risk including:
Having a new sex partner or multiple sex partners
Douching
It is not clear what role sexual activity plays in the development of BV. Women do not get BV from toilet seats, bedding, swimming pools, or from touching objects around them. Women who have never had sexual intercourse may also be affected.
What are the signs and symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?
Women with BV may have an abnormal vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor. Some women report a strong fish-like odor, especially after intercourse. Discharge, if present, is usually white or gray; it can be thin. Women with BV may also have burning during urination or itching around the outside of the vagina, or both. However, most women with BV report no signs or symptoms at all.
BV can increase a woman's susceptibility to other STDS such as HIV, Herpes, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea.
What are the complications of bacterial vaginosis?
In most cases, BV causes no complications. But there are some serious risks from BV including:
Having BV can increase a woman's susceptibility to HIV infection if she is exposed to the HIV virus.
Having BV increases the chances that an HIV-infected woman can pass HIV to her sex partner.
Having BV has been associated with an increase in the development of an infection following surgical procedures such as a hysterectomy or an abortion.
Having BV while pregnant may put a woman at increased risk for some complications of pregnancy, such as preterm delivery.
BV can increase a woman's susceptibility to other STDs, such as herpes simplex virus (HSV), chlamydia, and gonorrhea.
How does bacterial vaginosis affect a pregnant woman and her baby?

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)



Pregnant women with BV more often have babies who are born premature or with low birth weight (low birth weight is less than 5.5 pounds).
The bacteria that cause BV can sometimes infect the uterus (womb) and fallopian tubes (tubes that carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus). This type of infection is called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can cause infertility or damage the fallopian tubes enough to increase the future risk of ectopic pregnancy and infertility. Ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening condition in which a fertilized egg grows outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube which can rupture.
How is bacterial vaginosis diagnosed?
A health care provider must examine the vagina for signs of BV and perform laboratory tests on a sample of vaginal fluid to look for bacteria associated with BV.


What is the treatment for bacterial vaginosis?


STDs & Pregnancy
Although BV will sometimes clear up without treatment, all women with symptoms of BV should be treated to avoid complications. Male partners generally do not need to be treated. However, BV may spread between female sex partners.
Treatment is especially important for pregnant women. All pregnant women who have ever had a premature delivery or low birth weight baby should be considered for a BV examination, regardless of symptoms, and should be treated if they have BV. All pregnant women who have symptoms of BV should be checked and treated.
Some physicians recommend that all women undergoing a hysterectomy or abortion be treated for BV prior to the procedure, regardless of symptoms, to reduce their risk of developing an infection.
BV is treatable with antibiotics prescribed by a health care provider. Two different antibiotics are recommended as treatment for BV: metronidazole or clindamycin. Either can be used with non-pregnant or pregnant women, but the recommended dosages differ. Women with BV who are HIV-positive should receive the same treatment as those who are HIV-negative.
BV can recur after treatment.


How can bacterial vaginosis be prevented?

BV is not completely understood by scientists, and the best ways to prevent it are unknown. However, it is known that BV is associated with having a new sex partner or having multiple sex partners.
The following basic prevention steps can help reduce the risk of upsetting the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina and developing BV:
Be abstinent.
Limit the number of sex partners.
Do not douche.
Use all of the medicine prescribed for treatment of BV, even if the signs and symptoms go away.
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one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself from diseases is to eat a healthy diet Whether or not you have a family history of cancer, diabetes, heart disease or stroke, what you eat - and how much you eat - can help reduce your risk. As a matter of fact, if you are one of the many woman  who do not smoke, eating well – along with being active and maintaining a healthy weight – is your best defense against disease.

Following a few simple recommendations from the American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association and the American Heart Association can help you eat your way to a healthier weight – and a healthier YOU!

Make Healthy Choices





Eat at least five servings of vegetables and fruits each day.

Does “five” sound like a lot? Serving sizes are actually smaller than you might think!
One medium piece of fruit
¼ cup of dried fruit
½ cup chopped, canned or frozen fruit or frish
6 oz of 100% fruit or vegetable juice
½ cup chopped, canned or frozen vegetables or frish
1 cup of leafy greens
Focus on fruits and veggies that have the most color. They’re generally the most nutritious.
Choose whole grains over processed (refined) grains and sugars.

Choose whole-grain rice, bread, pasta and cereals.
Not sure if it’s whole grain?  Look for “whole wheat” or another whole grain as the first ingredient on the label.
Limit consumption of refined carbohydrates, including pastries, sweetened cereals, soft drinks and other foods high in sugar.
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Substitute healthier fats for not-so-healthy fats

Choose monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats such as olive oil, canola oil and peanut oil.
Avoid trans fats, found in many margarines and baked goods.
Limit your intake of saturated fats and cholesterol found in meats and dairy products.

Select lean cuts of meat (look for “round” or “loin”).
Trim excess fat from meats.
Choose low-fat and fat-free dairy products.
Choose poultry, fish and beans as alternatives to beef, lamb and pork.
Add avocados and nuts to your diet. (These are high in healthy fats, but also high in calories, so don’t go overboard!)
Dining Portion Sizes

Eating out? Restaurant portions are frequently two to three times larger than normal portions. Remember these tips next time you dine out:
Split an entrée with a friend or save half of it for lunch the next day.
Have an appetizer and salad or soup as your main course.
At home, serve appropriate portion sizes, and store the rest for leftovers. Avoid eating directly out of a bag or carton. Think about buying foods packaged in individual serving sizes to help you control portions. Serve dinner on your smaller salad plates instead of your dinner plates!
Watch Your Portion Sizes




No doubt about it – our portion sizes are getting bigger and bigger, and unfortunately, so are our waistlines. Beware of portion distortion, and help trim down the number of calories you eat each day.

Use these visuals to help you judge what a normal portion size is:
½ cup of vegetables or fruit is about the size of your fist.
A medium apple is the size of a baseball.
A three-ounce portion of meat, fish or poultry is about the size of deck of cards.
A single-serving bagel is about the size of a hockey puck.
1 ½ ounces of cheese is the size of a pair of dice.
One tablespoon of peanut butter is about the size of the tip of your thumb.
Eating out? Restaurant portions are frequently two to three times larger than normal portions. Remember these tips next time you dine out:
Split an entrée with a friend or save half of it for lunch the next day.
Have an appetizer and salad or soup as your main course.
At home, serve appropriate portion sizes, and store the rest for leftovers. Avoid eating directly out of a bag or carton. Think about buying foods packaged in individual serving sizes to help you control portions. Serve dinner on your smaller salad plates instead of your dinner plates!
Choose Foods That Help Maintain a Healthy Weight

In addition to watching your portion sizes, substituting lower calorie foods for higher calorie foods can help influence what your scale says.

Cooking Tips

Use low-fat cooking methods like roasting, baking, broiling, steaming or poaching. Limit deep-fat frying and sautéing in a lot of oil, butter or margarine. Use a cooking spray, broth or water to sauté meats.
Substitute vegetables, fruits and other lower-calorie foods – lowfat dairy products, lean meats and cheeses, whole grains, and reduced sugar foods -  for calorie-dense foods such as French fries, cheeseburgers, pizza, ice cream, doughnuts and other sweets
Dairy Substitutions

Use evaporated (skim or whole) milk instead of higher-fat cream in baked goods, sauces and soups.
Use reduced-fat or fat-free yogurt to replace all or part of the sour cream or mayonnaise in a recipe. Replace part of ricotta cheese with reduced-fat cottage cheese. Use a puree of cooked potatoes, onion, and celery as a creamy base for soups instead of cream or half-and-half.
Sharp cheese gives extra flavor so that less can be used. This helps trim the fat.
Select yogurt or milk products without added sugar or flavorings. Mix in fresh fruit for a flavor boost.

Stress has become a major modern-day factor affecting men’s health. The tension and emotional strain of day-to-

day living has been linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, migraine headaches, back pain, diabetes, cancer, and a weakened immune response to disease.
Men experiencing high levels of stress can experience anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, and depression, and may turn to unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking, overeating, or drug abuse to help deal with their stress.

Ways to Deal With Stress
Exercise regularly
. Exercise has been proven to reduce stress levels, helping you burn off pent-up energy and tension. It also improves overall health.
Eat and sleep well.
 Good nutrition
 and 6 to 8 hours of sleep each night can help your body recover from past stress and be better prepared to deal with new stress. Avoid caffeine and other stimulants that might promote stress and sleeplessness. Avoid alcohol, which might deepen any depression you may be feeling.
Meditate. Spend at least 15 to 20 minutes a day in quiet contemplation
. Depending on your preference, 
you might like to devote the time to meditation or prayer, or practicing yoga or tai chi if you want more of a physical component. Breathe deeply and clear your mind.
Solve the cause of your stress. Dealing with the problems that cause tension can relieve you of that stress. Inaction just allows it to build. If your neighbor’s dog barks constantly, talk with him about it. Talk to your boss to figure out solutions for problems at work. Ask for help if you can’t meet all the demands placed on you.

Avoid stressful situations.
 Recent research suggests that men’s stress levels soar 60 percent in traffic jams — seven times higher than women’s. If possible, time your driving to avoid rush hour. Shop when you know the store won’t be packed with people. And cut down on the time you spend with people who get on your nerves.
Accept things you can’t change. There are going to be things in your life that you can’t control, no matter how hard you try. For example, there’s no use allowing snow or rain to bother you — how would you go about changing the weather? Instead, look for ways to enjoy uncontrollable circumstances. Play in the snow like you did when you were a kid; spend a rainy day reading, another stress reliever.
Don’t take on more than you can handle. 
We often create our own stress by over-scheduling ourselves and failing to say no when too much is asked of us, whether it’s the boss, spouse, or friend making the request. Don’t overpromise, and give yourself time to finish the things you do agree to tackle.
Try a “glass half full” attitude. Always looking on the sunny side sounds cliché, but it can make a world of difference. Having a negative outlook can turn even the most minor annoyances into huge problems in your mind.
Tackle first things first. Become
 a master at triage — that’s determining the most important of the tasks you’re trying to handle and methodically completing those first, then moving on to less critical jobs. Resist trying to do multiple projects at once.
Savor your victories. When you accomplish a personal goal or finish a major project,

Do something nice for yourself.
 It can be as simple as getting a massage or as extravagant as taking a weekend getaway. Celebrate your achievement before you jump into the next project.
Your outlook
 is such an important factor in how your body deals with stress. Following these 10 steps will help you put stress in perspective an