Men, what do you do in your spare time? If you spend much time watching television, you should begin to reduce this habit. For a study of male sperm called reduced if watching television more than 20 hours every week.
In a study conducted by U.S. researchers, 189 young men aged 18-22 years were asked involved. They got a question about exercise and diet undertaken, and the habit of watching television. They were also asked to provide a sperm sample.
The study found the men who watched TV for 20 hours or more per week had sperm counts 44 percent lower than men less time in front of television or who did not watch TV. It is well known men who exercise 15 hours or more per week, with moderate to heavy levels of exercise, on average, have a 73 percent higher sperm count than men who exercised less than 5 hours per week.
The research was published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, as quoted by AFP on Tuesday (02/05/2013).
The bad news in the 'world of sperm' is the quality of cement that seems to have decreased over the past few decades. It was the result of a study conducted in several countries.
Not known for sure why semen quality decreases. But scientists suspect that sedentary lifestyle or less active in making semen quality decreases. Because exercise can stimulate the production of hormones, such as testosterone, which is necessary in order to obtain seminal fluid and sperm cells healthy. Besides stress in men can also drastically cut the amount of sperm by inhibiting the production of testosterone.
Department of Preventative Medicine and Public Health, University of Murcia, Spain is also doing research on sperm. The results obtained are spermatozoid concentration decreased an average of two percent per year. Spermatozoid concentration of less than 40 million / ml is known to reduce fertility and difficulty of an egg.
Alberto Torres Cantero, lead researcher in the study believe that the trend is associated with an increasingly unhealthy diet plus high stress levels. Moreover, men today are more often exposed to electromagnetic radiation, likes to wear tight clothing, as well as exposure to chemicals that can cause a decrease in sperm count.
In order to get healthy sperm, so men need to do to improve nutrition and lifestyle that is always active.
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Monday, February 4, 2013
The Relation Between Fat Man & Osteoporosis
Having belly fat can not only make it feel less confident about its looks, but also puts a higher health risk. For men, belly fat has also been associated with the risk of bone loss. "It's important for men to realize that excess abdominal fat is not only a risk factor for heart disease and diabetes, teapi is also a risk factor for bone loss," says Miriam Bredella, a radiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital and professor at Harvard Medical School, Boston.
The number of men who are overweight at the age of 20 years had started to increase. Obesity is associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma, sleep apnea and joint diseases. Increased body weight increases the risk of bone loss is higher. Bredella led a study of 35 obese men with an average age of 34 years to figure out the link between belly fat that has accumulated the bone condition. Studies have only focused on women only, so this is the first study the relation in men.
The results were significant for participants who have a distended abdomen, the condition of brittle bones faster. Distended stomach caused by fatty deposits or intra-abdominal visceral, which is a type of fat that lies deep under the muscle tissue in the abdominal cavity. Things that affect the accumulation of visceral fat is genetic, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity. Excess visceral fat is considered particularly dangerous, because in previous studies has been associated with an increased risk for heart disease.
An observational study has also been determined that excess visceral fat is a risk factor for osteoporosis. The researchers measured the abdominal fat of study participants and study its impact on bone strength. These findings were presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), as quoted from health.india, Thursday (11/29/2012).
The number of men who are overweight at the age of 20 years had started to increase. Obesity is associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma, sleep apnea and joint diseases. Increased body weight increases the risk of bone loss is higher. Bredella led a study of 35 obese men with an average age of 34 years to figure out the link between belly fat that has accumulated the bone condition. Studies have only focused on women only, so this is the first study the relation in men.
The results were significant for participants who have a distended abdomen, the condition of brittle bones faster. Distended stomach caused by fatty deposits or intra-abdominal visceral, which is a type of fat that lies deep under the muscle tissue in the abdominal cavity. Things that affect the accumulation of visceral fat is genetic, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity. Excess visceral fat is considered particularly dangerous, because in previous studies has been associated with an increased risk for heart disease.
An observational study has also been determined that excess visceral fat is a risk factor for osteoporosis. The researchers measured the abdominal fat of study participants and study its impact on bone strength. These findings were presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), as quoted from health.india, Thursday (11/29/2012).
Not All Dairy Products Have Good Benefits for Bone Health
There are a lot of dairy products sold in the community. But even though both contain milk in it, does not mean all dairy products may improve bone health.
The research team found that consumption of dairy products especially milk and yoghurt associated with bone mineral density (bone mineral density / BMD) are higher on the hips, but not in the spine.
Other findings in this study also shows not all dairy products can provide advantages in promoting bone strength. On the other hand cream products as a whole have a bone mineral density is lower.
"Milk provides essential nutrients that are beneficial for bone health. Yet creams and products such as ice cream has a higher fat and sugar," says Shivani Sahni, PhD, Musculoskeletal Research Team, Institute for Aging Research (Ifar), as quoted by Medindia Tuesday (05/02/2013).
In this study, the provision of 2.5 to 3 servings of milk and yogurt intake per day was associated with better bone density. As for the cheese further research is needed because some of them contain high levels of sodium and high fat.
The research was based on data collected from 3212 participants comparing dairy intake with bone mineral density measurements, and see the benefits.
Given the nutritional composition varies among dairy products. But if someone chooses low-fat milk or yogurt may increase their intake of protein, calcium and vitamin D, as well as limiting the intake of saturated fats.
The results of these studies support the notion that proper nutrition can help fight osteoporosis and fractures. The findings are published in the journal Archives of Osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis is considered as one of the threats to public health. If low bone density, the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures, especially of the spine, hip and wrist higher. For this condition women are at higher risk than men.
The research team found that consumption of dairy products especially milk and yoghurt associated with bone mineral density (bone mineral density / BMD) are higher on the hips, but not in the spine.
Other findings in this study also shows not all dairy products can provide advantages in promoting bone strength. On the other hand cream products as a whole have a bone mineral density is lower.
"Milk provides essential nutrients that are beneficial for bone health. Yet creams and products such as ice cream has a higher fat and sugar," says Shivani Sahni, PhD, Musculoskeletal Research Team, Institute for Aging Research (Ifar), as quoted by Medindia Tuesday (05/02/2013).
In this study, the provision of 2.5 to 3 servings of milk and yogurt intake per day was associated with better bone density. As for the cheese further research is needed because some of them contain high levels of sodium and high fat.
The research was based on data collected from 3212 participants comparing dairy intake with bone mineral density measurements, and see the benefits.
Given the nutritional composition varies among dairy products. But if someone chooses low-fat milk or yogurt may increase their intake of protein, calcium and vitamin D, as well as limiting the intake of saturated fats.
The results of these studies support the notion that proper nutrition can help fight osteoporosis and fractures. The findings are published in the journal Archives of Osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis is considered as one of the threats to public health. If low bone density, the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures, especially of the spine, hip and wrist higher. For this condition women are at higher risk than men.
Walking 10 Minutes and Simply Sleep, Heart Attack Risk Can be Reduced by 50%
The risk of cardiovascular disease will continue to haunt anyone, no matter any healthy as you. And a way to reduce this risk is very diverse and the average easy to do. One is the familiar walk for 10 minutes every day.
Even the method is claimed to reduce the risk of heart attack by 50 percent.
"When I say nearly 80 percent of heart disease can be prevented, many are surprised to hear that. Though there are many things we can do every day that seem trivial but it can give a real difference in order to keep our heart healthy," said Dr.. Martha Grogan from the Mayo Clinic.
Grogan also stressed that inactive lifestyle or sedenter may increase the risk of heart attack as much as smoking. But this risk can be reduced only by the simple act of choosing to come to the table to discuss the work of co-workers directly rather than just sending an email.
"Moving, even just 10 minutes a day, for someone who had been living sedenter can reduce the risk of heart attack by 50 percent," he concluded, as quoted by the Daily Mail, Tuesday (02/05/2013).
Agree with Grogan, other heart experts, Virend Somers also revealed that in addition sufficient hours of sleep is also vital for heart health.
"Sleep is a necessity, as well as food and water. Was not a luxury in itself," he said.
To emphasize the importance of lifestyle changes, other experts from the Mayo Clinic, Dr.. Randal Thomas explains, "High blood pressure is dangerous, that's why the 53-year-old male smokers higher chance of heart attack by as much as 20 percent in the past 10 years."
"But you are still given a second chance by switching to a healthy lifestyle because it will reduce the risk of heart attack significantly," he concluded.
Even the method is claimed to reduce the risk of heart attack by 50 percent.
"When I say nearly 80 percent of heart disease can be prevented, many are surprised to hear that. Though there are many things we can do every day that seem trivial but it can give a real difference in order to keep our heart healthy," said Dr.. Martha Grogan from the Mayo Clinic.
Grogan also stressed that inactive lifestyle or sedenter may increase the risk of heart attack as much as smoking. But this risk can be reduced only by the simple act of choosing to come to the table to discuss the work of co-workers directly rather than just sending an email.
"Moving, even just 10 minutes a day, for someone who had been living sedenter can reduce the risk of heart attack by 50 percent," he concluded, as quoted by the Daily Mail, Tuesday (02/05/2013).
Agree with Grogan, other heart experts, Virend Somers also revealed that in addition sufficient hours of sleep is also vital for heart health.
"Sleep is a necessity, as well as food and water. Was not a luxury in itself," he said.
To emphasize the importance of lifestyle changes, other experts from the Mayo Clinic, Dr.. Randal Thomas explains, "High blood pressure is dangerous, that's why the 53-year-old male smokers higher chance of heart attack by as much as 20 percent in the past 10 years."
"But you are still given a second chance by switching to a healthy lifestyle because it will reduce the risk of heart attack significantly," he concluded.
Beware, Flu Can Increase Risk of Heart Complications
There is a reason why doctors are so concerned about the condition of patients who have a weak heart during the winter. Winter lasts for months to make flu virus more easily transmitted and can increase the risk of heart complications. The cause is the flu can increase stress, which in turn will increase your heart rate and blood pressure. This
condition can certainly increase the pressure on the heart and makes
the heart that is not healthy is more prone to heart attacks.
In addition, as reported Sheknows, Tuesday (05/02/2013), the flu also attacks the immune system and form plaques in blood vessels that supply blood to the heart. As a result, the heart will become weaker and increasing the risk of heart disease. Symptoms of heart disease is also very similar to the flu, such as fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea and sweating. So important for those who are known to have a weak heart, to determine whether these symptoms are a sign of a common cold or a more serious heart disease.
Usually people who have the common cold will usually experience symptoms such as coughing, chest discomfort, sore throat, and nasal congestion or runny. While the flu that has hurt the heart can cause tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, nausea, indigestion, sleep disturbances, jaw pain, arm pain, palpitations and anxiety.Experts generally recommend that people with a weak heart to be more careful during flu season.
Flu vaccination can help reduce the likelihood of transmission of the flu virus, and can ease the severity of symptoms.In fact, two recent studies have shown that people who receive injections of flu vaccination can reduce the risk of heart disease. In addition to the stress on the body caused by the flu, other conditions such as fever, dehydration, and rapid heart rate may be able to expose and exacerbate heart conditions.
In addition, as reported Sheknows, Tuesday (05/02/2013), the flu also attacks the immune system and form plaques in blood vessels that supply blood to the heart. As a result, the heart will become weaker and increasing the risk of heart disease. Symptoms of heart disease is also very similar to the flu, such as fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea and sweating. So important for those who are known to have a weak heart, to determine whether these symptoms are a sign of a common cold or a more serious heart disease.
Usually people who have the common cold will usually experience symptoms such as coughing, chest discomfort, sore throat, and nasal congestion or runny. While the flu that has hurt the heart can cause tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, nausea, indigestion, sleep disturbances, jaw pain, arm pain, palpitations and anxiety.Experts generally recommend that people with a weak heart to be more careful during flu season.
Flu vaccination can help reduce the likelihood of transmission of the flu virus, and can ease the severity of symptoms.In fact, two recent studies have shown that people who receive injections of flu vaccination can reduce the risk of heart disease. In addition to the stress on the body caused by the flu, other conditions such as fever, dehydration, and rapid heart rate may be able to expose and exacerbate heart conditions.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Want a Healthy Heart? Avoid These Foods
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world. In America, every 39 seconds a person dies from the disease. In addition to a healthy lifestyle, what we eat has a big impact on heart health.
These are the 4 types of foods should be avoided if you do not want to suffer from heart disease.
1. Trans fats
Trans fats are the main enemy of the heart. Why is it dangerous? Such as saturated fats, trans fats also increase the levels of bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol number. The American Heart Association recommends that fat is limited to less than one percent of total calories. If you eat 2,000 calories a day, you should only be mengasup two grams of trans fat.
The easiest way to reduce trans fats is to avoid foods that contain "hydrogenated oil" or "partially hydrogenated oil" on packaging labels. Other sources of trans fats are margarine, biscuits, snacks, cheese, and so on.
2. Saturated fat
Saturated fat will increase the amount of bad cholesterol so long will form plaque deposits in blood vessels. Limit saturated fat about 5 percent of your total calories.
3. Salt
Restricting salt intake will reduce the risk of high blood pressure. In addition to table salt, a lot of food that tastes away from salty, but actually contain high salt, such as sausage, gravy, canned foods, and much more.
4. Added sugar
Excessive consumption of added sugar in the daily diet will increase the risk of high blood pressure, triglyceride levels, as well as other heart disease risk factors. Added sugar such as corn sugar, honey, fruit juice concentrate, high fructose corn syrup, syrup, and much more.
These are the 4 types of foods should be avoided if you do not want to suffer from heart disease.
1. Trans fats
Trans fats are the main enemy of the heart. Why is it dangerous? Such as saturated fats, trans fats also increase the levels of bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol number. The American Heart Association recommends that fat is limited to less than one percent of total calories. If you eat 2,000 calories a day, you should only be mengasup two grams of trans fat.
The easiest way to reduce trans fats is to avoid foods that contain "hydrogenated oil" or "partially hydrogenated oil" on packaging labels. Other sources of trans fats are margarine, biscuits, snacks, cheese, and so on.
2. Saturated fat
Saturated fat will increase the amount of bad cholesterol so long will form plaque deposits in blood vessels. Limit saturated fat about 5 percent of your total calories.
3. Salt
Restricting salt intake will reduce the risk of high blood pressure. In addition to table salt, a lot of food that tastes away from salty, but actually contain high salt, such as sausage, gravy, canned foods, and much more.
4. Added sugar
Excessive consumption of added sugar in the daily diet will increase the risk of high blood pressure, triglyceride levels, as well as other heart disease risk factors. Added sugar such as corn sugar, honey, fruit juice concentrate, high fructose corn syrup, syrup, and much more.
Other Forms Shingles Chicken Pox
People who have had chicken pox in childhood was still able to catch shingles in adulthood. Keeping the immune system is the key to preventing infection.
Chicken pox and shingles are caused by the same type of virus, Varicella zoster, but its different serotype. Both diseases that have similar clinical symptoms, preceded by fever and inflammation of the skin that appear characterized by the formation of bubbles filled with water.
According dr.Ari Fahrial, Sp.PD, an expert in internal medicine from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia, in contrast to chickenpox, herpes zoster attack only specific neural regions.
"That abnormalities or nodule-bintilnya only in certain body areas or just half of the body. While the chicken pox spread throughout the body," he explained.
In herpes zoster areas of the body most commonly affected include the chest area and arms, although other areas of the body can also be affected.
In addition to rashes on the skin, herpes zoster infection is also characterized by pain in the muscles and bones. The pain caused by nerve stimulation.
Unlike chickenpox, shingles is not very contagious. But the varicella zoster virus is contagious to people who have never had chicken pox. People who are infected will develop chickenpox, not shingles.
Provision of antiviral drugs will speed the healing. Meanwhile vitamin necessary to increase endurance and given an antibiotic ointment to prevent secondary infections of the skin.
Actually chicken pox or herpes zoster can be prevented by vaccination. But in Indonesia, it has not been common. According to Ari, vaccination is only given in the event of an outbreak. Because it's the best way to prevent infection is to maintain optimum body resistance.
Chicken pox and shingles are caused by the same type of virus, Varicella zoster, but its different serotype. Both diseases that have similar clinical symptoms, preceded by fever and inflammation of the skin that appear characterized by the formation of bubbles filled with water.
According dr.Ari Fahrial, Sp.PD, an expert in internal medicine from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia, in contrast to chickenpox, herpes zoster attack only specific neural regions.
"That abnormalities or nodule-bintilnya only in certain body areas or just half of the body. While the chicken pox spread throughout the body," he explained.
In herpes zoster areas of the body most commonly affected include the chest area and arms, although other areas of the body can also be affected.
In addition to rashes on the skin, herpes zoster infection is also characterized by pain in the muscles and bones. The pain caused by nerve stimulation.
Unlike chickenpox, shingles is not very contagious. But the varicella zoster virus is contagious to people who have never had chicken pox. People who are infected will develop chickenpox, not shingles.
Provision of antiviral drugs will speed the healing. Meanwhile vitamin necessary to increase endurance and given an antibiotic ointment to prevent secondary infections of the skin.
Actually chicken pox or herpes zoster can be prevented by vaccination. But in Indonesia, it has not been common. According to Ari, vaccination is only given in the event of an outbreak. Because it's the best way to prevent infection is to maintain optimum body resistance.
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