Giving a baby chick as an Easter gift to children could also carry the gift of salmonella poisoning.
Health officials warned Thursday about giving the popular gift.
Last year, three salmonella outbreaks were linked to several hatcheries across the country, including one in Washington.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, more than 80 people were sickened in 2006 after being exposed to baby poultry bought at agricultural feed stores.
The report showed the Washington hatchery, one of the sources for the baby poultry, was also a source of salmonella outbreaks in 1995, 1996, 2003, 2004 and 2005.
A CDC official said Thursday she could not release the name of the specific hatchery. Salmonella outbreaks connected to baby chicks also were reported in Michigan, Nebraska and Ohio.
Baby poultry such as chickens and ducks easily spread salmonella, which is carried inside their intestines, and causes fever, stomach ache and diarrhea. Children are exposed to the bacteria by holding the birds, then touching their mouths or faces. But some people have been contaminated at petting zoos simply from leaning on a fence, said Ron Wohrle, environmental veterinarian for the Washington Department of Health.
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Friday, March 30, 2007
Pharmacy policy would ensure filling of orders
The Washington State Board of Pharmacy could vote as early as today on policy changes that would allow patients to get prescriptions filled even if pharmacists are opposed to them for moral, religious or ethical reasons.
It's an issue that's been debated since 2004 when reports began circulating nationwide that pharmacists were refusing to fill some prescriptions -- primarily those for the so-called Plan B, a birth control measure that needs to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
The latest proposals essentially would require pharmacies either to deliver legally prescribed drugs, or make sure customers could get the medication elsewhere in a timely manner.
The morning-after pill prevents ovulation by blocking an egg from implanting in the uterus. Opponents compare taking the pill to abortion, although many medical experts rebut that claim.
At a public hearing on the proposals Thursday, advocates and opponents appeared fairly evenly divided.
Proponents -- women with babies, a group of about 40 women in pink T-shirts proclaiming "Access Delayed is Healthcare Denied" and other advocates for women's health care -- were among about 200 people packed into the Renton Community Center for a public hearing.
Glucosamine Liquid | Royal Jelly
It's an issue that's been debated since 2004 when reports began circulating nationwide that pharmacists were refusing to fill some prescriptions -- primarily those for the so-called Plan B, a birth control measure that needs to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
The latest proposals essentially would require pharmacies either to deliver legally prescribed drugs, or make sure customers could get the medication elsewhere in a timely manner.
The morning-after pill prevents ovulation by blocking an egg from implanting in the uterus. Opponents compare taking the pill to abortion, although many medical experts rebut that claim.
At a public hearing on the proposals Thursday, advocates and opponents appeared fairly evenly divided.
Proponents -- women with babies, a group of about 40 women in pink T-shirts proclaiming "Access Delayed is Healthcare Denied" and other advocates for women's health care -- were among about 200 people packed into the Renton Community Center for a public hearing.
Glucosamine Liquid | Royal Jelly
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Skin Eruptions: Is it a Pimple, Pustule, Carbuncle or Cyst?
By Christine Haran
Practically everyone has a story about an unwelcome pimple that managed to rear its ugly head on a day that involved a job interview, class photo or date.
One possible reason for the poor timing of breakouts is that acne can be caused by stress. And although we may be tempted to blame these eruptions on the chocolate bar or greasy hamburger eaten the night before, there's little scientific evidence to back up this old wives' tale or many of the other myths about acne.
It's well established, however, that teenagers are particularly unlucky when it comes to acne. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, nearly 100 percent of teenagers have pimples now and then, and 40 percent of teens have acne that is severe enough to require treatment. But it's not just a problem for adolescents: Acne can continue to be an issue into the 20s and 30s—and sometimes people get acne for the first time as adults.
Below, Diane Berson, MD, an assistant professor of dermatology at Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York City, discusses what causes acne and how to treat it.
What is acne?
Acne can appear a lot of different ways. Usually it consists of blackheads and whiteheads, which we commonly refer to respectively as open comedones and closed comedones. It can also consist of papules, which are pink pimples, and pustules, which are white, pus-filled pimples, and sometimes more painful and larger nodules and sebaceous cysts. Carbuncles are infected cysts.
Are the characteristics of acne different in adulthood?
Usually it's the non-inflammatory, or blackhead and whitehead lesions, that start to come out during adolescence, when kids start getting oily in their T zones: their forehead, nose and chin. As people get a little older and the acne becomes more severe, they develop more inflammatory lesions that involve redness and swelling.
Adults, especially adult females, tend to have more acne breakouts on the lower half of the face, such as the cheeks, the jaw line, the chin and the neck. No one knows exactly why those are the areas that tend to break out more, but with adult women it's assumed that those areas might be more sensitive to hormones.
Where else on the body can acne appear?
Adolescents start out with acne in the T zone, and then get more inflammed acne that can migrate down to the chest and back and sometimes the buttocks. It might mean that there are excess hormones being produced in these areas, but we don't exactly know why acne follows this pattern.
What are risk factors for acne?
It's assumed that genetics and hormones play a role in starting acne. Other factors that might contribute to flares of acne include stress and certain skin
What causes acne?
We usually talk about the four most common factors that contribute to the development of acne. The first is increased shedding of cells that clog the hair follicle and the second is increased sebum, or oil, production; that oil accumulates in the clogged follicle. Usually increased sebum production occurs with the hormonal surge of puberty. The third factor is the growth of bacteria, which is most commonly referred to as P. acnes. The fourth factor is the development of inflammation, which is the body's response to having the pimple or the bacteria there.
When does acne lead to scarring?
The more inflamed acne is, the more likely it is to heal with scarring. Also, the longer the lesion has been there, the more likely it is to lead to scarring. Sometimes, the darker the skin tone, the more likely it is to lead to scarring.
What does good preventive care involve for teenagers and adults?
It really depends on whether they have the acne lesions yet or not. If they don't, it's just washing the face twice a day, and if they're a little oily, maybe using a cleanser or a toner that contains salicylic acid to help unclog the pores. But once they do develop the first sign of acne, we recommend that they see a dermatologist who can start them on a topical regimen to not only clear what acne is there, but to prevent further acne breakouts.
Are there over-the-counter products that you recommend?
For mild acne, I think the best ones that we usually recommend are those which contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.
What are some common myths about acne treatment?
The two big myths are that food causes acne and that dirt causes acne. Unfortunately, a lot of teenagers think dirt does cause acne, so they tend to over-scrub their face and probably make their complexion worse.
Another myth is that sunlight will help treat your acne. It can dry out the pimples a little bit, and it can temporarily camouflage the acne by making you develop a sunburn and therefore get red, but it really doesn't help treat acne, and we all know that lying in the sun isn't good for you.
And picking or squeezing can traumatize the acne lesions and that will increase the chances of developing an infection and scarring.
How is acne treated?
Usually, dermatologists will prescribe a topical retinoid. And along with this, they'll usually prescribe an antimicrobial agent such as either topical benzoyl peroxide or a topical antibiotic.
Systemic treatments are usually oral antibiotics, which are added when there's more inflammation, and for those with more severe acne, oral isotretinoin is used. For women, we often also add hormonal therapy such as the birth control pill or antiandrogens, which block the effect of certain hormones that tend to stimulate acne.
What is the current thinking on the use of the acne drug Accutane?
Dermatologists still think it's an incredibly valuable drug for those who have acne that hasn't responded to other therapies or who have acne that's very severe.
There are certain side effects and the main issue is that a woman who's of childbearing age must completely avoid pregnancy while she's taking it, because if a woman were to become pregnant while taking it, she could give birth to a baby with birth defects.
Accutane and depression have been associated, mostly in adolescents, but there's not a clear-cut relationship. There are adolescents who become depressed about their acne and depression is common in adolescents, so it's not clear if the depression is due to the Accutane. And when they go off the drug, does their depression lift because it was caused by Accutane or because their acne is better? But depression is something dermatologists are aware of and when I counsel an adolescent, I make them aware that there might be some depression or moodiness, and that they must contact me if they experience this.
How is scarring treated?
The traditional ways are with chemical peels or dermabrasion. Because peels or dermabrasion peel or abrade off a whole layer of skin, there's a lot more downtime associated with it. One of the newer ways you can try to treat scarring is with certain lasers such as the Smoothbeam and the CoolTouch. With some of these laser treatments, you can resume your normal lifestyle right afterwards.
Does acne ever reflect an underlying medical condition?
Well, certainly it can. Young girls or even adult women who present with sudden acne and also have excess facial hair growth or thinning of their scalp hair and maybe irregular menstrual cycles might have an underlying hormonal abnormality, such as an adrenal problem or an ovarian problem. You can also develop acne after taking certain medications such as lithium, antidepressants and steroids.
Is there sort of a typical length of treatment that people need?
It can take four to six months for acne to improve. It's important that especially adolescents understand that, because it's not something that's going to get better overnight. It requires a commitment to the regimen and knowing that if it doesn't get better right away, it still can and that you should stick with the regimen.
Practically everyone has a story about an unwelcome pimple that managed to rear its ugly head on a day that involved a job interview, class photo or date.
One possible reason for the poor timing of breakouts is that acne can be caused by stress. And although we may be tempted to blame these eruptions on the chocolate bar or greasy hamburger eaten the night before, there's little scientific evidence to back up this old wives' tale or many of the other myths about acne.
It's well established, however, that teenagers are particularly unlucky when it comes to acne. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, nearly 100 percent of teenagers have pimples now and then, and 40 percent of teens have acne that is severe enough to require treatment. But it's not just a problem for adolescents: Acne can continue to be an issue into the 20s and 30s—and sometimes people get acne for the first time as adults.
Below, Diane Berson, MD, an assistant professor of dermatology at Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York City, discusses what causes acne and how to treat it.
What is acne?
Acne can appear a lot of different ways. Usually it consists of blackheads and whiteheads, which we commonly refer to respectively as open comedones and closed comedones. It can also consist of papules, which are pink pimples, and pustules, which are white, pus-filled pimples, and sometimes more painful and larger nodules and sebaceous cysts. Carbuncles are infected cysts.
Are the characteristics of acne different in adulthood?
Usually it's the non-inflammatory, or blackhead and whitehead lesions, that start to come out during adolescence, when kids start getting oily in their T zones: their forehead, nose and chin. As people get a little older and the acne becomes more severe, they develop more inflammatory lesions that involve redness and swelling.
Adults, especially adult females, tend to have more acne breakouts on the lower half of the face, such as the cheeks, the jaw line, the chin and the neck. No one knows exactly why those are the areas that tend to break out more, but with adult women it's assumed that those areas might be more sensitive to hormones.
Where else on the body can acne appear?
Adolescents start out with acne in the T zone, and then get more inflammed acne that can migrate down to the chest and back and sometimes the buttocks. It might mean that there are excess hormones being produced in these areas, but we don't exactly know why acne follows this pattern.
What are risk factors for acne?
It's assumed that genetics and hormones play a role in starting acne. Other factors that might contribute to flares of acne include stress and certain skin
What causes acne?
We usually talk about the four most common factors that contribute to the development of acne. The first is increased shedding of cells that clog the hair follicle and the second is increased sebum, or oil, production; that oil accumulates in the clogged follicle. Usually increased sebum production occurs with the hormonal surge of puberty. The third factor is the growth of bacteria, which is most commonly referred to as P. acnes. The fourth factor is the development of inflammation, which is the body's response to having the pimple or the bacteria there.
When does acne lead to scarring?
The more inflamed acne is, the more likely it is to heal with scarring. Also, the longer the lesion has been there, the more likely it is to lead to scarring. Sometimes, the darker the skin tone, the more likely it is to lead to scarring.
What does good preventive care involve for teenagers and adults?
It really depends on whether they have the acne lesions yet or not. If they don't, it's just washing the face twice a day, and if they're a little oily, maybe using a cleanser or a toner that contains salicylic acid to help unclog the pores. But once they do develop the first sign of acne, we recommend that they see a dermatologist who can start them on a topical regimen to not only clear what acne is there, but to prevent further acne breakouts.
Are there over-the-counter products that you recommend?
For mild acne, I think the best ones that we usually recommend are those which contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.
What are some common myths about acne treatment?
The two big myths are that food causes acne and that dirt causes acne. Unfortunately, a lot of teenagers think dirt does cause acne, so they tend to over-scrub their face and probably make their complexion worse.
Another myth is that sunlight will help treat your acne. It can dry out the pimples a little bit, and it can temporarily camouflage the acne by making you develop a sunburn and therefore get red, but it really doesn't help treat acne, and we all know that lying in the sun isn't good for you.
And picking or squeezing can traumatize the acne lesions and that will increase the chances of developing an infection and scarring.
How is acne treated?
Usually, dermatologists will prescribe a topical retinoid. And along with this, they'll usually prescribe an antimicrobial agent such as either topical benzoyl peroxide or a topical antibiotic.
Systemic treatments are usually oral antibiotics, which are added when there's more inflammation, and for those with more severe acne, oral isotretinoin is used. For women, we often also add hormonal therapy such as the birth control pill or antiandrogens, which block the effect of certain hormones that tend to stimulate acne.
What is the current thinking on the use of the acne drug Accutane?
Dermatologists still think it's an incredibly valuable drug for those who have acne that hasn't responded to other therapies or who have acne that's very severe.
There are certain side effects and the main issue is that a woman who's of childbearing age must completely avoid pregnancy while she's taking it, because if a woman were to become pregnant while taking it, she could give birth to a baby with birth defects.
Accutane and depression have been associated, mostly in adolescents, but there's not a clear-cut relationship. There are adolescents who become depressed about their acne and depression is common in adolescents, so it's not clear if the depression is due to the Accutane. And when they go off the drug, does their depression lift because it was caused by Accutane or because their acne is better? But depression is something dermatologists are aware of and when I counsel an adolescent, I make them aware that there might be some depression or moodiness, and that they must contact me if they experience this.
How is scarring treated?
The traditional ways are with chemical peels or dermabrasion. Because peels or dermabrasion peel or abrade off a whole layer of skin, there's a lot more downtime associated with it. One of the newer ways you can try to treat scarring is with certain lasers such as the Smoothbeam and the CoolTouch. With some of these laser treatments, you can resume your normal lifestyle right afterwards.
Does acne ever reflect an underlying medical condition?
Well, certainly it can. Young girls or even adult women who present with sudden acne and also have excess facial hair growth or thinning of their scalp hair and maybe irregular menstrual cycles might have an underlying hormonal abnormality, such as an adrenal problem or an ovarian problem. You can also develop acne after taking certain medications such as lithium, antidepressants and steroids.
Is there sort of a typical length of treatment that people need?
It can take four to six months for acne to improve. It's important that especially adolescents understand that, because it's not something that's going to get better overnight. It requires a commitment to the regimen and knowing that if it doesn't get better right away, it still can and that you should stick with the regimen.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Dry Skin Care - how to use royal jelly
With too many roles for woman to juggle in today’s fast paced, high pressured lifestyle, there is very little time for her to pamper herself.
With tension, worries, anxiety and age, the skin become less active leaving it drier, fragile, prone to wrinkle, lines near the eyes and mouth and losing the youthful colour and glow.
Failure of oil glands failing to release enough oils to moisturize and protect the skin results in dry skin. Environmental causes like dry air, harsh wind, hormonal imbalance, usage of aggressive chemicals, cosmetics or excessive bathing with harsh soaps saps the moisture from the skin making it dryer, flakier and chapped during winter.
Caring for Dry Skin
- Cleanse and Moisturize: The dry skin should be cleansed with a cold cream and alcohol-free skin fresheners to remove the cream. After cleansing, the skin needs a lubricating emollient or a moisturizer when the face is damp after the wash.
- Splash your face with cold water or gently wipe the skin with rose water to tone the skin nicely.
- Avoid using highly alkaline soaps and detergents like washing sodas and powders.
- Avoid the sun, harsh winds and hot baths. Use oil-based creams and make-up products only. Use soft towels or wash cloth to avoid irritation to the skin while wiping it.
- Smoking deprives the skin of oxygen and nutrients it needs for good health making the skin dry and leathery.
- Chapped or cracked skin - increase consumption of water. Keep chapped areas well lubricated and protected from the elements using a good nourishing cream or moisturizer.
- Use creamy, mild, pH-balanced products such moisture based cream gels, lotions, etc for dry skin care.
A well balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds and nuts provides the body with all the necessary vitamins and minerals needed for healthy skin. Drinking water and reducing solar exposure to a minimum is also beneficial. Garlic, onions, eggs and asparagus help to keep the skin smooth and youthful. Carrots, apricots, rich in vitamins A, C keep the skin supple. Increase intake of foods like leafy raw green veggies, dairy products like yoghurt, milk. Lessen fried foods, soft drinks, sugar, chocolates, junk foods, alcohol, caffeine and other foods that have diuretic effecting causing the body and skin to loose fluids, vitamins and essential minerals.
With tension, worries, anxiety and age, the skin become less active leaving it drier, fragile, prone to wrinkle, lines near the eyes and mouth and losing the youthful colour and glow.
Failure of oil glands failing to release enough oils to moisturize and protect the skin results in dry skin. Environmental causes like dry air, harsh wind, hormonal imbalance, usage of aggressive chemicals, cosmetics or excessive bathing with harsh soaps saps the moisture from the skin making it dryer, flakier and chapped during winter.
Caring for Dry Skin
- Cleanse and Moisturize: The dry skin should be cleansed with a cold cream and alcohol-free skin fresheners to remove the cream. After cleansing, the skin needs a lubricating emollient or a moisturizer when the face is damp after the wash.
- Splash your face with cold water or gently wipe the skin with rose water to tone the skin nicely.
- Avoid using highly alkaline soaps and detergents like washing sodas and powders.
- Avoid the sun, harsh winds and hot baths. Use oil-based creams and make-up products only. Use soft towels or wash cloth to avoid irritation to the skin while wiping it.
- Smoking deprives the skin of oxygen and nutrients it needs for good health making the skin dry and leathery.
- Chapped or cracked skin - increase consumption of water. Keep chapped areas well lubricated and protected from the elements using a good nourishing cream or moisturizer.
- Use creamy, mild, pH-balanced products such moisture based cream gels, lotions, etc for dry skin care.
A well balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds and nuts provides the body with all the necessary vitamins and minerals needed for healthy skin. Drinking water and reducing solar exposure to a minimum is also beneficial. Garlic, onions, eggs and asparagus help to keep the skin smooth and youthful. Carrots, apricots, rich in vitamins A, C keep the skin supple. Increase intake of foods like leafy raw green veggies, dairy products like yoghurt, milk. Lessen fried foods, soft drinks, sugar, chocolates, junk foods, alcohol, caffeine and other foods that have diuretic effecting causing the body and skin to loose fluids, vitamins and essential minerals.
How to Create Your Own Natural Skin Care Recipes
Ever thought of experimenting with your own natural skin care recipes to combat that dry flaky skin?
You have to know that skin basically does everything alone. This means that it can produce enough oil from the sebaceous glands to make it shine and work together perfectly. The problems appear when it becomes dry.
Keeping this in mind there are several solutions you can apply using ingredients already found inside your home or at the local grocery shop.
Remember that what you eat is very important and bad diets or insufficient nutritional ingredients damage every part of the body. To be healthy and have perfect skin a balanced diet is the first factor that has to be taken into consideration. Perfect glowing skin can be achieved.
Have you heard of proteins? Well, they are very important for one’s skin regeneration and repair. Processed food rich in preservatives and salt will take moisture out of your skin. They can also cause the dreaded dry skin everybody is afraid of. Why not eat fish (salmon is the best), turkey, chicken or include in your diet vegetable protein? The all hated vegetables! They contain vegetal protein which is perfect for the body. Avoid frozen food! Vegetables are especially good if fresh.
Why not include in your natural skin care recipes ingredients such as garlic, onions or eggs? The contain Sulfur in a natural form and this substance is very important for the skin. Several multi-vitamins out there also contain sulfur and should be taken into account if your diet is lacking it.
Is your skin cracked? Have you considered being careful that your body receives enough vitamins A and B? Lacks of them cause this. Include in your diet food that contains these vitamins and eat carrots.
Beta-Carotene can be found in them and it’s good not only for your eyes. It plays a significant role in skin care as well.
What you also have to include in your diets number:
* Alpha-Hydroxy acids
* EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids)
* Lactic Acid
* Supplements
* Vitamin E
* Aloe Vera
Another important rule is: Avoid Junk Food! It is simply not good for you from all point of views.
Natural skin care recipes are available everywhere. Some work, some don’t! The best method of choosing one is to ask friends that use them. Also keep in mind that what works for somebody may not work on you! Don’t be discouraged and keep trying.
The best way to keep your skin perfect is by eating healthy and give your body every vitamin and mineral it needs. In most cases there is no need of expensive creams or lotions. A good moisturizer can replace them all if combined with a healthy way of eating.
About The Author
Jerrick Foo has been researching and developing all dry skin care the purpose of offering men and women safe, dry skin care tips. He have created Dry Skin Care Guide to share his 10 years of combined expertise with you. Visit http://www.dry-skin-care-guide.com for essential skin care tips.
You have to know that skin basically does everything alone. This means that it can produce enough oil from the sebaceous glands to make it shine and work together perfectly. The problems appear when it becomes dry.
Keeping this in mind there are several solutions you can apply using ingredients already found inside your home or at the local grocery shop.
Remember that what you eat is very important and bad diets or insufficient nutritional ingredients damage every part of the body. To be healthy and have perfect skin a balanced diet is the first factor that has to be taken into consideration. Perfect glowing skin can be achieved.
Have you heard of proteins? Well, they are very important for one’s skin regeneration and repair. Processed food rich in preservatives and salt will take moisture out of your skin. They can also cause the dreaded dry skin everybody is afraid of. Why not eat fish (salmon is the best), turkey, chicken or include in your diet vegetable protein? The all hated vegetables! They contain vegetal protein which is perfect for the body. Avoid frozen food! Vegetables are especially good if fresh.
Why not include in your natural skin care recipes ingredients such as garlic, onions or eggs? The contain Sulfur in a natural form and this substance is very important for the skin. Several multi-vitamins out there also contain sulfur and should be taken into account if your diet is lacking it.
Is your skin cracked? Have you considered being careful that your body receives enough vitamins A and B? Lacks of them cause this. Include in your diet food that contains these vitamins and eat carrots.
Beta-Carotene can be found in them and it’s good not only for your eyes. It plays a significant role in skin care as well.
What you also have to include in your diets number:
* Alpha-Hydroxy acids
* EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids)
* Lactic Acid
* Supplements
* Vitamin E
* Aloe Vera
Another important rule is: Avoid Junk Food! It is simply not good for you from all point of views.
Natural skin care recipes are available everywhere. Some work, some don’t! The best method of choosing one is to ask friends that use them. Also keep in mind that what works for somebody may not work on you! Don’t be discouraged and keep trying.
The best way to keep your skin perfect is by eating healthy and give your body every vitamin and mineral it needs. In most cases there is no need of expensive creams or lotions. A good moisturizer can replace them all if combined with a healthy way of eating.
About The Author
Jerrick Foo has been researching and developing all dry skin care the purpose of offering men and women safe, dry skin care tips. He have created Dry Skin Care Guide to share his 10 years of combined expertise with you. Visit http://www.dry-skin-care-guide.com for essential skin care tips.
3 Easy And Convenient Natural Skin Care Solutions
Natural skin care solutions may seem hard to find, or too overwhelmingto decide which is best for your skin. You wander the aisles trying tofigure out which ones are a real skin care solution. You trycucumbers or tea bags over your eyes, and other recipes and advise fromfriends, but none of their skin care solutions are working for you. Noneed to fret!
Here are 3 easy solutions for you:
1. A mixture of lavender, German chamomile, frankincense, wheat germ,grape seed, jojoba and olive oils can make great skin care for your face.It can reduce or help prevent wrinkles. You can also use these oils tocreate your own body oils and lotions. The best thing about naturalskin care is you get to customize it just for you!
2. For exfoliation, you can use any of the oils mentioned above, orothers that you enjoy and mix with a salt scrub. Use this to exfoliate yourskin for soothing and relaxing, natural skin care solution.
3. Some perfumes can aggravate your skin, giving you unsightly rashesand even effect your allergies. This happens because of the chemicalsused in most manufactured perfumes. You can create your own naturalperfumes with a jojoba oil base and various blends of essential oils. Mix andmatch, experiment to create a natural perfume that you enjoy.
Essential oils are excellent for the creation of your own natural skincare uses. It’s also fun to make your own natural skin care solutionsusing different oils and bases! Have fun while taking care of your skinwith products that you know what ingredients are being put in it. Youcan take control of your skin care with your own natural skin caresolutions!
About The Author
Jerrick Foo has been researching and developing all dry skin care the purpose of offering men and women safe, dry skin care tips. He have created Dry Skin Care Guide to share his 10 years of combined expertise with you. Visit http://www.dry-skin-care-guide.com for essential skin care tips.
Here are 3 easy solutions for you:
1. A mixture of lavender, German chamomile, frankincense, wheat germ,grape seed, jojoba and olive oils can make great skin care for your face.It can reduce or help prevent wrinkles. You can also use these oils tocreate your own body oils and lotions. The best thing about naturalskin care is you get to customize it just for you!
2. For exfoliation, you can use any of the oils mentioned above, orothers that you enjoy and mix with a salt scrub. Use this to exfoliate yourskin for soothing and relaxing, natural skin care solution.
3. Some perfumes can aggravate your skin, giving you unsightly rashesand even effect your allergies. This happens because of the chemicalsused in most manufactured perfumes. You can create your own naturalperfumes with a jojoba oil base and various blends of essential oils. Mix andmatch, experiment to create a natural perfume that you enjoy.
Essential oils are excellent for the creation of your own natural skincare uses. It’s also fun to make your own natural skin care solutionsusing different oils and bases! Have fun while taking care of your skinwith products that you know what ingredients are being put in it. Youcan take control of your skin care with your own natural skin caresolutions!
About The Author
Jerrick Foo has been researching and developing all dry skin care the purpose of offering men and women safe, dry skin care tips. He have created Dry Skin Care Guide to share his 10 years of combined expertise with you. Visit http://www.dry-skin-care-guide.com for essential skin care tips.
Herbal Skin Care
Skin care is not a topic of recent times; it has been in practice since ancient times, when herbal skin care was probably the only way to take care of skin. However, skin care has transformed in a big way. Herbal skin care routines have been replaced by synthetic/chemical-based skin care routines. The herbal skin care recipes which once used to be common place are not so popular today (and even unknown to a large population). This transformation from herbal skin care to synthetic, can probably be attributed to two things – our laziness (or just the fast pace of lives) and the commercialisation of skin care. Even herbal skin care products have been commercialised. These commercial herbal skin care products have to be mixed with preservatives in order to increase their shelf-life, hence making them less effective than the fresh ones made at home. However, it seems that things are changing fast and more people are now opting for natural and herbal skin care routines. But still, none want to make them at home and hence the commercial market of herbal skin care products is on the rise.
So what are these herbs or herbal skin care mechanisms?
Aloe vera, which is an extract from Aloe plant, is one of the best examples of herbal skin care product. Freshly extracted aloe vera is a natural hydrant that helps in soothing skin. It also helps in healing cuts and treating sun burns.
A number of herbs are known to possess cleansing properties. Dandelion, chamomile, lime flowers and rosemary herbs, are a few examples of such cleansers. Their herbal skin care properties get invoked when they are combined with other herbs like tea.
Antiseptics are another important part of Herbal skin care. Lavender, marigold, thyme and fennel are good examples of herbs that are known to possess antiseptic properties. Lavender water and rose water also form good toners.
Tea plays an important part in herbal skin care. Tea extracts are used for treatment of skin that has been damaged by UV radiation.
Oils prepared from herbal extracts present another means of herbal skin care. Tea tree oil, Lavender oil, borage oil and primrose oil are some popular oils used in herbal skin care. Some fruit oils (e.g. extracts from fruits like banana, apple and melon) find use in shower gels (as a hydrating mix)
Homeopathic treatments and aromatherapies also come under the umbrella of herbal skin care remedies.
Herbal skin care is good not only for the routine nourishing of skin but also for treatment of skin disorders like eczema and psorasis. Most herbal skin care products don’t have any side effects (the most important reason for preferring them over synthetic products) Moreover, herbal skin care products can be easily made at home, hence making them even more attractive. So, herbal skin care is the way to go. However, this does not mean that you totally discard the synthetic products. Some people go to the extent of debating with their dermatologist, if he/she suggests a synthetic product. You should accept the fact that some skin orders might need usage of clinically proven non-herbal skin care products.
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So what are these herbs or herbal skin care mechanisms?
Aloe vera, which is an extract from Aloe plant, is one of the best examples of herbal skin care product. Freshly extracted aloe vera is a natural hydrant that helps in soothing skin. It also helps in healing cuts and treating sun burns.
A number of herbs are known to possess cleansing properties. Dandelion, chamomile, lime flowers and rosemary herbs, are a few examples of such cleansers. Their herbal skin care properties get invoked when they are combined with other herbs like tea.
Antiseptics are another important part of Herbal skin care. Lavender, marigold, thyme and fennel are good examples of herbs that are known to possess antiseptic properties. Lavender water and rose water also form good toners.
Tea plays an important part in herbal skin care. Tea extracts are used for treatment of skin that has been damaged by UV radiation.
Oils prepared from herbal extracts present another means of herbal skin care. Tea tree oil, Lavender oil, borage oil and primrose oil are some popular oils used in herbal skin care. Some fruit oils (e.g. extracts from fruits like banana, apple and melon) find use in shower gels (as a hydrating mix)
Homeopathic treatments and aromatherapies also come under the umbrella of herbal skin care remedies.
Herbal skin care is good not only for the routine nourishing of skin but also for treatment of skin disorders like eczema and psorasis. Most herbal skin care products don’t have any side effects (the most important reason for preferring them over synthetic products) Moreover, herbal skin care products can be easily made at home, hence making them even more attractive. So, herbal skin care is the way to go. However, this does not mean that you totally discard the synthetic products. Some people go to the extent of debating with their dermatologist, if he/she suggests a synthetic product. You should accept the fact that some skin orders might need usage of clinically proven non-herbal skin care products.
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Winter Skin Care Strategies
As the cold weather approaches, it may be time to consider your skin care strategy for the winter months ahead. Dry air and cold wind can have a significant effect on the health of your skin, and you will want to do everything you can to protect your skin from the harsh winter elements. Give some serious consideration to the following information, and be proactive about the health of your skin.
Even though you will be bundled up in winter clothing, you should still consider using a sunscreen of some sort. For daily use, it may be a bit extreme to cover yourself in sunscreen in the winter months. Instead, try to use a moisturizer or makeup with an SPF of 15. If you are going to be out on the slopes, you ought to use a sunscreen with an SPF as high as you would use in the summer. The snow on the hills reflects an incredible amount of sunlight. Don’t forget to use a quality lip balm, too.
Try to avoid taking long, hot showers this winter. We all know how wonderful a hot shower can feel on a cold day, but try to resist the urge as best as you can. Hot showers can strip your skin of its natural moisturizers. Instead take a short, warm shower. Try to pat your skin almost dry, and apply a moisturizer while your skin is slightly damp. This is a great strategy to help you avoid dry skin.
Another thing to consider is your home heating system. As your furnace will be in constant use in the colder months, the air in your home can become extremely dry. If you do not have a humidifier built into your heating system, you should invest in a portable humidifier. Using a humidifier can prevent your skin from drying out, and it can help you avoid dry nasal cavities. If you do suffer from a dry or bleeding nose in the winter, apply some petroleum jelly for short-term relief.
In my opinion, the best way to deal with dry skin is to hydrate from the inside out. Drink as much water as you possibly can, regardless of the time of year. Drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per day, will flush countless toxins from your body and will help keep your skin healthy and fresh. By following these suggestions, you can have beautiful skin all year round.
About The Author
Alisha Burke loves spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys going for walks in the park with her dog and shopping for vintage clothes with her friends. When she finds herself with some free time, she writes for yourskin101.com – an online resource dedicated to helping you care for your skin, with information including Skin Care Facts, Skin Care Basics, Getting Rid of Acne and more.
Even though you will be bundled up in winter clothing, you should still consider using a sunscreen of some sort. For daily use, it may be a bit extreme to cover yourself in sunscreen in the winter months. Instead, try to use a moisturizer or makeup with an SPF of 15. If you are going to be out on the slopes, you ought to use a sunscreen with an SPF as high as you would use in the summer. The snow on the hills reflects an incredible amount of sunlight. Don’t forget to use a quality lip balm, too.
Try to avoid taking long, hot showers this winter. We all know how wonderful a hot shower can feel on a cold day, but try to resist the urge as best as you can. Hot showers can strip your skin of its natural moisturizers. Instead take a short, warm shower. Try to pat your skin almost dry, and apply a moisturizer while your skin is slightly damp. This is a great strategy to help you avoid dry skin.
Another thing to consider is your home heating system. As your furnace will be in constant use in the colder months, the air in your home can become extremely dry. If you do not have a humidifier built into your heating system, you should invest in a portable humidifier. Using a humidifier can prevent your skin from drying out, and it can help you avoid dry nasal cavities. If you do suffer from a dry or bleeding nose in the winter, apply some petroleum jelly for short-term relief.
In my opinion, the best way to deal with dry skin is to hydrate from the inside out. Drink as much water as you possibly can, regardless of the time of year. Drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per day, will flush countless toxins from your body and will help keep your skin healthy and fresh. By following these suggestions, you can have beautiful skin all year round.
About The Author
Alisha Burke loves spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys going for walks in the park with her dog and shopping for vintage clothes with her friends. When she finds herself with some free time, she writes for yourskin101.com – an online resource dedicated to helping you care for your skin, with information including Skin Care Facts, Skin Care Basics, Getting Rid of Acne and more.
Natural Skin Care
As the cold weather approaches, it may be time to consider your skin care strategy for the winter months ahead. Dry air and cold wind can have a significant effect on the health of your skin, and you will want to do everything you can to protect your skin from the harsh winter elements. Give some serious consideration to the following information, and be proactive about the health of your skin.
Even though you will be bundled up in winter clothing, you should still consider using a sunscreen of some sort. For daily use, it may be a bit extreme to cover yourself in sunscreen in the winter months. Instead, try to use a moisturizer or makeup with an SPF of 15. If you are going to be out on the slopes, you ought to use a sunscreen with an SPF as high as you would use in the summer. The snow on the hills reflects an incredible amount of sunlight. Don’t forget to use a quality lip balm, too.
Try to avoid taking long, hot showers this winter. We all know how wonderful a hot shower can feel on a cold day, but try to resist the urge as best as you can. Hot showers can strip your skin of its natural moisturizers. Instead take a short, warm shower. Try to pat your skin almost dry, and apply a moisturizer while your skin is slightly damp. This is a great strategy to help you avoid dry skin.
Another thing to consider is your home heating system. As your furnace will be in constant use in the colder months, the air in your home can become extremely dry. If you do not have a humidifier built into your heating system, you should invest in a portable humidifier. Using a humidifier can prevent your skin from drying out, and it can help you avoid dry nasal cavities. If you do suffer from a dry or bleeding nose in the winter, apply some petroleum jelly for short-term relief.
In my opinion, the best way to deal with dry skin is to hydrate from the inside out. Drink as much water as you possibly can, regardless of the time of year. Drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per day, will flush countless toxins from your body and will help keep your skin healthy and fresh. By following these suggestions, you can have beautiful skin all year round.
About The Author
Alisha Burke loves spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys going for walks in the park with her dog and shopping for vintage clothes with her friends. When she finds herself with some free time, she writes for yourskin101.com – an online resource dedicated to helping you care for your skin, with information including Skin Care Facts, Skin Care Basics, Getting Rid of Acne and more.
Even though you will be bundled up in winter clothing, you should still consider using a sunscreen of some sort. For daily use, it may be a bit extreme to cover yourself in sunscreen in the winter months. Instead, try to use a moisturizer or makeup with an SPF of 15. If you are going to be out on the slopes, you ought to use a sunscreen with an SPF as high as you would use in the summer. The snow on the hills reflects an incredible amount of sunlight. Don’t forget to use a quality lip balm, too.
Try to avoid taking long, hot showers this winter. We all know how wonderful a hot shower can feel on a cold day, but try to resist the urge as best as you can. Hot showers can strip your skin of its natural moisturizers. Instead take a short, warm shower. Try to pat your skin almost dry, and apply a moisturizer while your skin is slightly damp. This is a great strategy to help you avoid dry skin.
Another thing to consider is your home heating system. As your furnace will be in constant use in the colder months, the air in your home can become extremely dry. If you do not have a humidifier built into your heating system, you should invest in a portable humidifier. Using a humidifier can prevent your skin from drying out, and it can help you avoid dry nasal cavities. If you do suffer from a dry or bleeding nose in the winter, apply some petroleum jelly for short-term relief.
In my opinion, the best way to deal with dry skin is to hydrate from the inside out. Drink as much water as you possibly can, regardless of the time of year. Drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per day, will flush countless toxins from your body and will help keep your skin healthy and fresh. By following these suggestions, you can have beautiful skin all year round.
About The Author
Alisha Burke loves spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys going for walks in the park with her dog and shopping for vintage clothes with her friends. When she finds herself with some free time, she writes for yourskin101.com – an online resource dedicated to helping you care for your skin, with information including Skin Care Facts, Skin Care Basics, Getting Rid of Acne and more.
Friday, March 23, 2007
Good health as men behave badly
Men's health is one of the UK's most familiar oxymorons. Where physical well-being is concerned, the battle of the sexes is no contest. While women are on first-name terms with every crevice and contour of their bodies, most men are lost in a Neanderthal darkness and emerge blinking into the light only when they are on the verge of a near-death experience.
Men's health is something of a joke down under, too. Except it's a joke of an entirely different order, a joke that men even want to laugh at. Having realised that no matter how often and earnestly doctors repeated the central tenets of basic health awareness most men studiously ignored the message, a few Australian doctors decided four years ago to try another tack. "We call it health by stealth," says Dr Greg Malcher, a GP in Daylesford, an old mining town of about 8,000 inhabitants 70 miles outside Melbourne. "We wanted to get to men in their comfort zones, where they might be more receptive to the message."
The favourite comfort zone of the average Aussie male is the bar, so that's where Malcher organised a series of men's health nights. He assembled a line-up of prominent Aussie sports stars and assorted entertainers and promised liberal quantities of beer. Before long he had a full house of nearly 400. Even then Malcher adopted a softly, softly approach. "We started off with Simon Madden, an Aussie Rules Football player, talking about his health, before I talked about heart disease and basic preventative medicine," he says. "We then had a drag act and a bar break before moving on to more difficult topics, such as depression and suicide."
Men's nights have caught on in other areas of Australia with similar results. Malcher is not claiming an overnight transformation in the male psyche and he is aware that much more needs to be done for men in the 20-55 age group, but he does think that he is building up a bedrock of awareness; a significant number of his patients no longer regard the surgery as a no-go zone and most now know there are lifestyle choices that can affect their health.
This Men Behaving Badly approach has knocked on to health programming on Australian TV. Out have gone the camera-friendly TV doc magazine shows and in has come a stand-up, or rather sit-down, health show presented by John Clarke and Bryan Dawe, the Australian equivalents of John Bird and John Fortune. "The public seemed to respond well to the idea of two blokes who knew next to nothing about the subject talking about their health," laughs Dawe. The show, which can be seen on the Discovery Health channel in this country, drew excellent ratings in Australia and at the very least had an effect on Dawe. "A viewer stopped me in the street and asked why I still smoked," he says.
"I couldn't think of a good answer so I quit."
So how would a similarly laddish approach go down here? A few nurses have been known to hold Wellman clinics in pubs, but what would happen if we went the whole hog and stuck Martin Clunes and Neil Morrissey at the head of a men's health campaign? TV doctor Mark Porter is far from convinced it would make much difference. He believes that most men are just as interested in their health and that the problems of male diagnosis and treatment are structural as much as psychological.
"Most GPs arrange their surgeries at times that are highly inconvenient for working men. Similarly, government funding for raising awareness and improving treatments for male-specific diseases has been ridiculously low. Breast cancer and prostate cancer have similar mortality rates, but until recently breast cancer received £10 million per year while prostate cancer got just £40,000." He also reckons that magazines, such as Men's Health, which could play an important role in promoting health issues, tend, instead, to pander to the narcissistic tendencies of their readers and advertisers. "You get a lot about the perfect abs and biceps and how to satisfy your partner, but not much else."
Where Dr Porter is somewhat measured in his responses, Dr Keith Hopcroft, author of A Bloke's Diagnose It Yourself Guide to Health, is far more outspoken.
"There are a lot of myths talked about men's health and this new body fascism is only going to turn men off," he says. "Most men know that smoking and drinking too much are bad for them and don't need to have it rammed down their throat, and going on and on about testicular and prostate cancer is more likely to create a bunch of male neurotics. Testicular cancer is actually very rare and is usually accompanied by an identifiable ache, so endless bouts of self-examination are only likely to turn up harmless abnormalities that cause sleepless nights. Similarly, prostate cancer is almost unheard of in the under-fifties so talking endlessly about it is only going to clog up the surgeries with people demanding tests for an ill-ness they almost certainly don't have. Even for the over fifties, the test creates as many problems as it solves, as it can only indicate the possibility of an abnormality and, in any case, there is no evidence that early treat-ment of prostate cancer improves the outcome.
"The message for men has to be: if you think you've got a problem see your doctor. If you don't, stay away."
Some people, of course, may take this a little too literally. Dr Malcher referred a patient to get a mark on his forehead seen by a skin cancer specialist and was concerned when the appointment wasn't kept. "The patient told me that he'd gone out to the garage and removed the mark with a soldering iron," smiles Malcher. "He said it had smoked a bit but it hadn't reappeared, so he reckoned it must be OK." I guess there's men's health and then there's real men's health.
Men's health is something of a joke down under, too. Except it's a joke of an entirely different order, a joke that men even want to laugh at. Having realised that no matter how often and earnestly doctors repeated the central tenets of basic health awareness most men studiously ignored the message, a few Australian doctors decided four years ago to try another tack. "We call it health by stealth," says Dr Greg Malcher, a GP in Daylesford, an old mining town of about 8,000 inhabitants 70 miles outside Melbourne. "We wanted to get to men in their comfort zones, where they might be more receptive to the message."
The favourite comfort zone of the average Aussie male is the bar, so that's where Malcher organised a series of men's health nights. He assembled a line-up of prominent Aussie sports stars and assorted entertainers and promised liberal quantities of beer. Before long he had a full house of nearly 400. Even then Malcher adopted a softly, softly approach. "We started off with Simon Madden, an Aussie Rules Football player, talking about his health, before I talked about heart disease and basic preventative medicine," he says. "We then had a drag act and a bar break before moving on to more difficult topics, such as depression and suicide."
Men's nights have caught on in other areas of Australia with similar results. Malcher is not claiming an overnight transformation in the male psyche and he is aware that much more needs to be done for men in the 20-55 age group, but he does think that he is building up a bedrock of awareness; a significant number of his patients no longer regard the surgery as a no-go zone and most now know there are lifestyle choices that can affect their health.
This Men Behaving Badly approach has knocked on to health programming on Australian TV. Out have gone the camera-friendly TV doc magazine shows and in has come a stand-up, or rather sit-down, health show presented by John Clarke and Bryan Dawe, the Australian equivalents of John Bird and John Fortune. "The public seemed to respond well to the idea of two blokes who knew next to nothing about the subject talking about their health," laughs Dawe. The show, which can be seen on the Discovery Health channel in this country, drew excellent ratings in Australia and at the very least had an effect on Dawe. "A viewer stopped me in the street and asked why I still smoked," he says.
"I couldn't think of a good answer so I quit."
So how would a similarly laddish approach go down here? A few nurses have been known to hold Wellman clinics in pubs, but what would happen if we went the whole hog and stuck Martin Clunes and Neil Morrissey at the head of a men's health campaign? TV doctor Mark Porter is far from convinced it would make much difference. He believes that most men are just as interested in their health and that the problems of male diagnosis and treatment are structural as much as psychological.
"Most GPs arrange their surgeries at times that are highly inconvenient for working men. Similarly, government funding for raising awareness and improving treatments for male-specific diseases has been ridiculously low. Breast cancer and prostate cancer have similar mortality rates, but until recently breast cancer received £10 million per year while prostate cancer got just £40,000." He also reckons that magazines, such as Men's Health, which could play an important role in promoting health issues, tend, instead, to pander to the narcissistic tendencies of their readers and advertisers. "You get a lot about the perfect abs and biceps and how to satisfy your partner, but not much else."
Where Dr Porter is somewhat measured in his responses, Dr Keith Hopcroft, author of A Bloke's Diagnose It Yourself Guide to Health, is far more outspoken.
"There are a lot of myths talked about men's health and this new body fascism is only going to turn men off," he says. "Most men know that smoking and drinking too much are bad for them and don't need to have it rammed down their throat, and going on and on about testicular and prostate cancer is more likely to create a bunch of male neurotics. Testicular cancer is actually very rare and is usually accompanied by an identifiable ache, so endless bouts of self-examination are only likely to turn up harmless abnormalities that cause sleepless nights. Similarly, prostate cancer is almost unheard of in the under-fifties so talking endlessly about it is only going to clog up the surgeries with people demanding tests for an ill-ness they almost certainly don't have. Even for the over fifties, the test creates as many problems as it solves, as it can only indicate the possibility of an abnormality and, in any case, there is no evidence that early treat-ment of prostate cancer improves the outcome.
"The message for men has to be: if you think you've got a problem see your doctor. If you don't, stay away."
Some people, of course, may take this a little too literally. Dr Malcher referred a patient to get a mark on his forehead seen by a skin cancer specialist and was concerned when the appointment wasn't kept. "The patient told me that he'd gone out to the garage and removed the mark with a soldering iron," smiles Malcher. "He said it had smoked a bit but it hadn't reappeared, so he reckoned it must be OK." I guess there's men's health and then there's real men's health.
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Royal jelly
Royal jelly is a bee secretion that aids in the development of immature or young bees. It is secreted from the hypopharyngeal glands in the heads of young workers and used (amongst other substances) to feed all of the young in the colony. If a queen is desired, the hatchling will receive only royal jelly and in large quantities as its food source for the first four days of its growth, and this rapid, early feeding triggers the development of queen morphology, including the fully developed ovaries needed to lay more eggs for the hive.
Cultivation
Royal jelly is produced by stimulating colonies with movable frame hives to produce queen bees. Royal jelly is collected from each individual queen cell when the larva is about four days old.
A well-managed hive during a season of 5-6 months can produce approximately 500g of royal jelly. Since the product is perishable, producers must have immediate access to proper cold storage (e.g., a household refrigerator or freezer) in which the royal jelly is stored until it is sold or conveyed to a collection centre.
This product is combined with honey for preservation, as it spoils easily.
Uses, Composition
People collect and sell royal jelly as a dietary supplement, claiming various health benefits because of components like B-complex vitamins such as pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine); it can also be found in various beauty products. The overall composition of royal jelly is 67% water, 12.5% crude protein (including small amounts of many different amino acids), and 11% simple sugars, also including a relatively high amount (5%) of fatty acids. It also contains many trace minerals, some enzymes, antibacterial and antibiotic components, and trace amounts of vitamin C[1]. Contrary to claims by many of those promoting its use, vitamins A, D and E are completely absent from royal jelly [1]. Independent research has already disproved, or is needed to confirm or disprove, many of the purported health claims, such as reports of hormonal activity (unknown in the bees themselves; the most abundant sterol is cholesterol, which is not itself a hormone). To date, there is only preliminary evidence that it may have some cholesterol-lowering effects, as well as immunomodulatory, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and antibiotic effects, though the last three of these effects are unlikely to be realized if ingested (digestion of the subtances involved, or neutralization via changes in pH).[2]
Other meanings of royal jelly
Literature
The short story Royal Jelly by Roald Dahl was published in the February 1983 issue of The Twilight Zone Magazine. This also became a Tale of the Unexpected.
Science Fiction
In the extended Alien universe, Royal Jelly is a highly addictive substance secreted by a queen Xenomorph and highly coveted by the Weyland-Yutani corporation, who use it to produce performance enhancing drugs.
Video games
The computer game NetHack features royal jelly, which can be found littering the ground of bee hive rooms (which, obviously, contains large amounts of bees and queen bees). Eating some exercises your strength score.
In reference to this, the game Kingdom of Loathing also features royal jelly as a food in the area parodying NetHack, the Enormous Greater-Than Sign. Eating this royal jelly increases your Muscle.
Also, the video game Ragnarok Online uses royal jelly as a superior way of healing both health points and for curing all abnormal status'. It is dropped by Vitata's (and many other creatures) which are found in Ant Hell (an underground insect colony, and a play on words for "ant hill")
Cultivation
Royal jelly is produced by stimulating colonies with movable frame hives to produce queen bees. Royal jelly is collected from each individual queen cell when the larva is about four days old.
A well-managed hive during a season of 5-6 months can produce approximately 500g of royal jelly. Since the product is perishable, producers must have immediate access to proper cold storage (e.g., a household refrigerator or freezer) in which the royal jelly is stored until it is sold or conveyed to a collection centre.
This product is combined with honey for preservation, as it spoils easily.
Uses, Composition
People collect and sell royal jelly as a dietary supplement, claiming various health benefits because of components like B-complex vitamins such as pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine); it can also be found in various beauty products. The overall composition of royal jelly is 67% water, 12.5% crude protein (including small amounts of many different amino acids), and 11% simple sugars, also including a relatively high amount (5%) of fatty acids. It also contains many trace minerals, some enzymes, antibacterial and antibiotic components, and trace amounts of vitamin C[1]. Contrary to claims by many of those promoting its use, vitamins A, D and E are completely absent from royal jelly [1]. Independent research has already disproved, or is needed to confirm or disprove, many of the purported health claims, such as reports of hormonal activity (unknown in the bees themselves; the most abundant sterol is cholesterol, which is not itself a hormone). To date, there is only preliminary evidence that it may have some cholesterol-lowering effects, as well as immunomodulatory, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and antibiotic effects, though the last three of these effects are unlikely to be realized if ingested (digestion of the subtances involved, or neutralization via changes in pH).[2]
Other meanings of royal jelly
Literature
The short story Royal Jelly by Roald Dahl was published in the February 1983 issue of The Twilight Zone Magazine. This also became a Tale of the Unexpected.
Science Fiction
In the extended Alien universe, Royal Jelly is a highly addictive substance secreted by a queen Xenomorph and highly coveted by the Weyland-Yutani corporation, who use it to produce performance enhancing drugs.
Video games
The computer game NetHack features royal jelly, which can be found littering the ground of bee hive rooms (which, obviously, contains large amounts of bees and queen bees). Eating some exercises your strength score.
In reference to this, the game Kingdom of Loathing also features royal jelly as a food in the area parodying NetHack, the Enormous Greater-Than Sign. Eating this royal jelly increases your Muscle.
Also, the video game Ragnarok Online uses royal jelly as a superior way of healing both health points and for curing all abnormal status'. It is dropped by Vitata's (and many other creatures) which are found in Ant Hell (an underground insect colony, and a play on words for "ant hill")
Monday, March 19, 2007
Royal Jelly
Royal Jelly is a substance of complex chemical structure produced by the young nurse bees as larva food. Although it is not quite as well known as bee pollen, royal jelly equals pollen in its salutary effects.
The young nurse bees make royal jelly, it is a secretion from glands on the tops of their heads. For 2-3 days, royal jelly is the only food given to all young larvae in their maturation process, while for the queen larvae, it is the specific food for their whole life period. During the 3 days in which the worker bee larvae are fed on royal jelly, they reach the maximum development; their weight multiplies about 250 times. The queen (fed only on royal jelly for her entire life) reaches maturity 5 days earlier than the worker bees; and, when she is fully grown, her weight is double that of the working bee. The span of the worker bee's life is about 35-40 days; while the queen lives 5-6 years and is extremely prolific. She is fertilized once, and from that moment on can lay as many as three thousand eggs a day during the season. As incredible as this may seem, she can lay that many eggs for five years. Any creature that has that amount of energy and vitality has to be respected!
This rich concentrated food is not just useful for the bees. It contains remarkable amounts of proteins, lipids, glucides, vitamins, hormones, enzymes, mineral substances, and specific vital factors that act as biocatalysts in cell regeneration processes within the human body.
Although some of the elements found in royal jelly are in microgram quantities, they still can act supremely with co-enzymes as catalysts or can act synergistically. (That is, the elements' action combined is greater than the sum of their actions taken separately.) Royal jelly is rich in protein, vitamins B-1, B-2, B-6, C, E, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, inositol and folic acid. In fact, it contains seventeen times as much pantothenic acid as that found in dry pollen.
The young nurse bees make royal jelly, it is a secretion from glands on the tops of their heads. For 2-3 days, royal jelly is the only food given to all young larvae in their maturation process, while for the queen larvae, it is the specific food for their whole life period. During the 3 days in which the worker bee larvae are fed on royal jelly, they reach the maximum development; their weight multiplies about 250 times. The queen (fed only on royal jelly for her entire life) reaches maturity 5 days earlier than the worker bees; and, when she is fully grown, her weight is double that of the working bee. The span of the worker bee's life is about 35-40 days; while the queen lives 5-6 years and is extremely prolific. She is fertilized once, and from that moment on can lay as many as three thousand eggs a day during the season. As incredible as this may seem, she can lay that many eggs for five years. Any creature that has that amount of energy and vitality has to be respected!
This rich concentrated food is not just useful for the bees. It contains remarkable amounts of proteins, lipids, glucides, vitamins, hormones, enzymes, mineral substances, and specific vital factors that act as biocatalysts in cell regeneration processes within the human body.
Although some of the elements found in royal jelly are in microgram quantities, they still can act supremely with co-enzymes as catalysts or can act synergistically. (That is, the elements' action combined is greater than the sum of their actions taken separately.) Royal jelly is rich in protein, vitamins B-1, B-2, B-6, C, E, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, inositol and folic acid. In fact, it contains seventeen times as much pantothenic acid as that found in dry pollen.
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