Heart disease; Rate your Risk of getting heart disease

Many people are at a high risk of getting high disease but yet remain ignorant about the fact. This article is going to help you rate yourself and see you risk of getting heart disease or cancer. Number a piece of paper from 1 through 13. Then read each item below and respond by writing a Yes then total the number of  the responses.   I avoid sitting or standing near people who smoke I do not put salt on my food I do not smoke cigarettes I avoid eating fried foods I limit the amount of fat in my diet I do not use smokeless tobacco products I exercise aerobically at least 3 times a week I eat foods high in fibre I use a lot of vegetable and fruits I avoid long exposure to dust, fumes and industrial chemicals I limit my intake of foods high in cholesterol I keep my weight under control I eat a lot of greasy food   If you have got more than 11 points, then your risk for getting heart disease is low, If you have got 9 to 11 then your risk of getting heart disease is prevalent and you should make some changes If you have got below 9 points, you have a risk for getting heart diseases, do something immediately to avoid heart problems.

Cancer; Rate your Risk of getting Cancer

Many people are at a high risk of getting cancer but yet remain ignorant about the fact. This article is going to help you rate yourself and see you risk of getting cancer. Number a piece of paper from 1 through 18. Then read each item below and respond by writing a Yes or a No  and then total the number of each responses.   I avoid sitting or standing near people who smoke I put salt on my food I smoke cigarettes I avoid eating fried foods I limit the amount of fat in my diet When i am in sunshine during mid day, I use sun screens I use smokeless tobacco products I exercise aerobically at least 3 times a week I eat foods high in fibre I use a lot of vegetable and fruits I avoid long exposure to dust, fumes and industrial chemicals I limit my intake of foods high in cholesterol When i am upset, i take some action to relax I keep my weight under control I wear protective clothing when I am in the sun for long periods I use some effective ways to relax I avoid smoke filled rooms I eat a lot of greasy food   Now it is time yo rate your risk of getting cancer, Give yourself 1 point for each of the Yes answers on the items 1,4,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17   If you answered No on items 2,3,7 and 18, give yourself 1 point for each answer If the total of your points is 17 to 18, you are doing great and you risk for cancer is very low. That is an excellent 15 to 16 is good and your risk is for getting cancer is also low. 9 to 14, you should do something, you may get cancer, and your risk is alarming Below, Be very careful, time might be running out for you and your risk of getting cancer is very high

How to quit or stop drinking alcohol

Drinking alcohol in any form should not have a place in a person's life; a person should stop drinking alcohol when it is still early enough to save life. Many people who are addicted to alcohol and the alcoholics may see it hard to stop or quit drinking and some think it is impossible. But there are so many people who have done it in the past and there are so many others who are in the process. The steps listed below can help you in your upward climb to stop drinking; The first step you should take if you want to quit drinking alcohol is to decide to get help; you can get help from friends, family members and quit alcohol groups. Support groups have helped so many people to stop drinking Get a medical evaluation or visit a doctor, you will be given good counsel on how to give up on alcohol Eat fruits a lot and take a lot of juice when you are craving for alcohol Remember the process is gradual, start reducing on the quantity of alcohol you consume day per day Avoid people who drink, and avoid places like bars where drinking is regular Join an alcohol rehabilitation center that may be the best decision you may make in your journey to stop drinking alcohol.

Dangers of drinking alcohol

Alcohol is known as drug because of its effects on the body, the dangers of alcohol are actually too many, the world has witnessed so many death because of alcohol, the dangers of smoking alcohol are so may and most of them are life threatening. Below are some of the dangers of smoking alcohol which may also be some good reasons for a person to stop smoking. The Brain Alcohol reaches the brain almost as soon as it is consumed. It then depresses the activity of the brain thus slowing the work of the nervous system and the memory concentration which makes a person become dull. Liver The liver in the process of oxidation changes alcohol into water, carbon dioxide and energy, the sad news is that the liver can only oxidize only ½ ounce (15ml) of alcohol an hour. Blood vessels Alcohol causes the blood vessels to dilate and widen which makes drinking alcohol so dangerous. The result is increased flow of blood and blood pressure Kidney Alcohol affects the kidney by making it to produce more urine. This is one reason why a person feels dehydrated after heavy drinking. The kidney will then develop complication Stomach and ulcers Alcohol disorganise the functions of stomach by increasing the flow of gastric juice from the stomach lining, the result will stomach complication like ulcers Dependence Alcohol is very addictive, a person can easily become an alcohol, in fact, 7% of the people who take a first drink become alcoholics which is associated with many negative effects including death Alcohol and pregnancy If you take alcohol when you are expecting or pregnant, you will cause so many negative effects to your unborn baby, these may include premature births, death and birth defects.

Effective tips on how to stop smoking

To stop smoking is a great decision though sometimes not an easy one. Hover it, it is very possible to give up smoking in a very short period of time. People who need to stop smoking go through a period of withdrawal, during this period a person might feel nervous, moody or having difficulty sleeping. But these symptoms do not last long and they are worth it compared to dangers if you do not stop smoking. To stop smoking, you can use a series of filters over the period of 3 weeks. Each filter reduces the tar and nicotine levels so that withdrawal is gradual You can also get prescription from a doctor for a gum that contains nicotine. The aim is to gradually to cut down the amount and frequency of the gum you use until you are nicotine free. It is also important that you join a "stop smoking" club or group if you can access one. Surround yourself with people who support your decision and who themselves do not smoke. Find a substitute for cigarettes to put in your mouth such as sugar free gum Ask a non smoking free what it is like to breath you smoke. Their responses may give you more urge to stop smoking Try to stay smoke free one day at a time, remember that each day's battle won is tomorrow's victory. Think about all the benefits of being smoke or cigarette free and how you will be saving your life.

Astronomical Dangers of Smoking Cigarettes and Tobacco

Cigarette smoking is real suicide with so many dangers involved. It does not many which type of cigarettes you are using, the fact remains that there are many dangers of smoking cigars dangers of smoking pipes, and also for smokeless tobacco. Speciality cigarettes like clove cigarettes also have diverse negative effects on a human body. Every day, only in the United States, at least 2000 people die from diseases related to smoking. Cigarette smoking is responsible for over 700000 deaths only in the USA alone each year. About 75% of the deaths from lung cancer among women are caused by smoking. On Average, a cigarette smoker is 10 to 15 times more likely to get lung cancer than a non smoker. Smoking is really dangerous more than many people can imagine, someone who smokes 1 to 2 packs of cigarettes is 20 to 25 times more likely to die from lung cancer. A male smoker who is between 30 and 40 years old can expect to lose about 8 years of his life because of smoking. Researchers have also proved that cigarette smoking is a major factor associated with the two principle diseases that make up chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), these are chronic bronchitis and pulmonary diseases which are 10 times more likely to occur among the cigarette smokers. Smoking is also related to many other dangers like heart diseases, stained teeth and fingers and loss of tastes, birth defects, and sinus. Dangers of smoking are actually universal, Smoking will not only affect the smoker but the people around will be severely affected through passive smoking. An estimated 50,000 people die from diseases which are related to passive smoking each day.

Where is heaven? Evidence revealed

Many people have for long been asking themselves where heaven is, I have been told from childhood  that heaven is where God stays and it is the place where the righteous will go as the wicked go to hell. I knew that heaven is there but i did not know where it is. I also have a good feeling that every Christian and all those who are inquisitive about life after death have also been wondering for long where heaven is and where to find it. The space scientists have also tried so much to trace heaven but have been frustrated but the lack of enough technology to see beyond the so many galaxies. That's why some of the space scientist suggested that there is no heaven, yet no one has a clear understanding of what exists in the starry skies. However, the bible mentions of 3 heavens in 2Corithians 12, here Paul talks about a man who went to the third heaven and came back. We do not have any account of what this man saw in third heaven. The bible refers to the sky just above us as the first heaven, where the birds fly. The second heaven according to the bible is the starry skies where the sun is. No one has ever passed even or Milky Way galaxy and no one might ever do it. Passing through a galaxy to another requires a period in light years which no one can ever do. This is where the space scientists stop, however, beyond the starry skies is the third heaven where God himself stays. That's where angels originate and that's where the throne of God is. It is in that heaven that all those who believe in Jesus Christ will go after their work on earth is done at the resurrection time.

Refusal skills; How to say No and mean it

There are many times when we need to say "No" but find it hard or do not say it well enough to convince the other person. This can include saying "No" to a guy who is after your heart, saying No to a kid who wants more sweets or even saying "No" to a lovers demand. Saying yes to a demand when you were supposed to say no can be so dangerous and in many times, people say No in a way which is not convincing. For example, many men have continued to pester women who do not love them simply because such women do not have good refusal skills. Here are some good ways you can say "No" and really mean it; If you are not ready to say No at that time, you can buy time by saying that you will get back to the person. Take all the time you need until the person gets tired. State exactly how you fell with a serious look on your face and be direct and honest. A person will look at your face and see that you are serious. Do not apologize for your decision and values the person may take your "No" not serious Use direct eye contact when you are rejecting the person's demand, when you look away, the person may not believe you. Use a firm and friendly tone of voice, it hits harder than a hard voice Use the other person name, for example, "James, I do not love you"

Nail care; Great Pedicure and Manicure tips

Having nice looking nails is one of the aspects of a good appearance and beauty. You will therefore need your nails to look good in order to enhance your overall appearance. It doesn't matter whether you are a woman or a man, bad looking nails will always embarrass you. Caring for nails should be wholesome; it includes the care for hang nails. Hang nails are bits loose cuticles around the base or side of finger nails. If hang nails are not removed, they become infected. Do not pull or bite them, rather, cut off the major part and cover with a bandage. Hang nails can be prevented by pushing the cuticle back gently each time you wash your hands. Good pedicure and manicure includes keeping nails clean and evenly trimmed. You should cut your nails straight across, leaving the nails just at or above the skin level. If you cut your nails too low, you increase the risk of infection and in grown nails. With good manicure, you must slightly round the finger nails, you can use a nail file or emery board to shape the nails. Always file in the same direction rather than using sawing motion. How to avoid toe nail problems Do not wear shoes that are too tight Keep your toe nails clipped but do not clip them too short Keep the nail cut across rather than rounded.

How to deal with sibling rivalry

Though it is known sibling always love each other, there is always a great deal of competition and rivalry among them. There are many reasons which can make siblings be at real odds and many of them steam from childhood. I really had no problem with my younger brother but when I saw my mother offering more love to him than me, I began to feel bad, a sibling rivalry emerged and sometimes it really hurt a lot. That was when I was still young though there are still many siblings in old age who never get along. The feeling of competition and who is better may never be lost and can cause undesired effects among siblings. Below are some of the ways sibling's rivalry can be dealt with. Learn to talk out your differences rather than shouting them out When disagreeing with your sibling, make an effort to stay on the subject and not include past things Use "I" messages when telling your sibling how you feel about their behaviour Plan an activity where you can do something together that you both enjoy Try to figure out if the tension between you and your sibling is part of a larger problem. If so, then help your family to address that situation.

Best tips How to cook vegetables

Steaming or microwaving are some good ways of cooking vegetables though they are not as tasty as those prepared using an oven. When cooking vegetables, limit the amount of water you use, it dilutes vitamins and mineral salts. It is always better to use the broth of the vegetables as you soup Let the water boil before you toss in the vegetables, thus the oxygen which is generally found in water does not oxidize the vitamins in the vegetables. Do not peel the skin of the vegetables such as carrots and tomatoes; it is the skin which keeps the vitamins from leaving the food when dissolved in water. Cut the vegetable in smaller pieces, this will simplify cooking and less destruction of vitamins will occur since there will not be over cooking. Eat raw vegetables as much as possible, the good value of vegetables, minerals salts, vitamins and enzymes are best utilized Avoid fried vegetables, over heated, or re used oil is usually converted into various irritating chemical substances especially acrolein, which leads to slow