HOW TO GET RID OF SNORING

Snoring is a fairly common affliction, affecting 40 percent of men and 25 percent of women. If you snore, you make a raspy, rattling, snorting sound while you breathe during sleep. Older people are particularly prone to snoring: About one-third of people ages 55 to 84 snore.

Despite its frequency, however, snoring is a sleep disorder that can have serious medical and social consequences. The tips that follow may help you sleep more peacefully

1: Sleep on Your Side

You're more likely to snore if you're lying on your back, and sleeping on your stomach is stressful on your neck

2: Lose Weight

Excess body weight, especially around the neck, puts pressure on the airway, causing it to partially collapse

3: Avoid Alcohol and Tranquilizers

Both alcohol and sleeping pills can depress your central nervous system and relax the muscles of your throat and jaw, making snoring more likely. These substances are also known to contribute to sleep apnea, a dangerous condition that has been linked with cardiovascular disease. And they should never, ever be used together. If you have difficulty sleeping without sleeping pills (or if you use alcohol to help yourself fall asleep), discuss it with your doctor

4: Get Your Allergies Treated

Chronic respiratory allergies may cause snoring by forcing sufferers to breathe through their mouths while they sleep. Taking an antihistamine just before bedtime may help. If your nose is stuffed up, try using an over-the-counter saline spray or a humidifier

5: Buy a Mouth Guard

Your dentist or doctor may be able to prescribe an antisnoring mouth guard that holds the teeth together and keeps the lower jaw muscles from becoming too lax

6: Stop Smoking

Smoke damages the respiratory system

7: Keep a Regular Schedule

Get plenty of sleep. Go to bed and get up at the same time each day.

8: See a Doctor if You Are Pregnant and Snoring

Sometimes, women who are pregnant will begin to snore. The snoring may begin because of the increased body weight and because the hormonal changes of pregnancy cause muscles to relax. Whatever the cause, snoring during pregnancy may rob your baby of oxygen. Talk with your doctor about it

9: Elevate Your Head

Sleeping with your head raised may take some of the pressure off of the airway, making breathing easier. Raise the head of the bed by putting blocks under the bed posts, or prop up your upper body (not just your head, which can actually inhibit breathing) with pillows.

Excessive snoring may also indicate that you have sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder. You should see your doctor if :

•You wake up during the night choking and gasping for breath
•You have been told that your snoring is disturbing to others
•You don't feel refreshed when you wake up
•You are extremely tired during the day
•You wake with a headache
•You are gaining weight
•You have trouble concentrating, remembering, or paying attention
•Your bed partner notices that your breathing pauses during sleep

It's important to have sleep apnea treated, not only because it interferes with your daily functioning, but because it boosts your risk of vascular disease. Sleep apnea can be treated with lifestyle modification, surgery, oral mouth guards, or a CPAP machine, which blows air into the back of your throat while you sleep.

LIFE STYLE CHANGES TO PREVENT INFERTILITY

LIFE STYLE CHANGES TO PREVENT INFERTILITY:

Couples unable to conceive after 12 months of contraceptive-free intercourse if the female is under the age of 34, or if the couple hasn't conceived after six months of contraceptive-free intercourse if the female is over the age of 35, should get themselves checked. There are many biological causes of infertility, some of which may be bypassed with medical intervention. A majority of cases are caused by genetics and are not preventable.However, it is possible to prevent some potential kinds of infertility by bringing about certain changes to your day-to-day lifestyle. The environment we live in has a huge impact on your potential fertility.

Following measures and precautions can help prevent infertility:

Weight control: Overweight or underweight women experience a higher risk of ovulation disorders.Weight loss should be gradual and accompanied by a balanced diet and moderate exercise. Women following fad diets and doing strenuous activity, have decreased ovulation and increased menstrual disturbances. In men, strenuous exercise leads to a decrease in the sperm count due to an increase in the testicular temperature, impairing sperm production. 

Avoidance of drugs:Drugs like cocaine and marijuana have been linked to irreparable damage and infertility in both sexes. Staw away from them.

Repeated abortions or undergoing unsafe abortion leads to a higher risk of infertility, as it can cause scarring of the uterine cavity or tubal blockage.

Toxins:Pesticides, lead, heavy metals, toxic chemicals and ionising radiations reduce fertility in both sexes.

Smoking has been linked to low sperm counts and sluggish sperm movement in men, and an increase in miscarriage in women. Alcohol (especially binge drinking or chronic abuse), affects the fertility of both men and women trying to conceive either naturally or through infertility treatments. Alcohol reduces sperm counts, can interfere with sexual performance, disrupt hormone balances and increase the risk of miscarriage.

. Early diagnosis of conditions like pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis and cervical cancer may prevent infertility. Detection and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases helps safeguard one's fertility.

Boost your daily intake of natural antioxidants through simple dietary modifications.

- Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant, which improves egg quality by preventing egg damage during the process of maturation. Dietary sources include nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables, cereal brans such as wheat, oat or rice bran and vegetable oils.

- Vitamin C has been shown to better fertility in women with poor 'luteal phase', and improve chances of implantation of the egg in the uterus. Citrus fruits, strawberries, guavas, kiwi and veggies such as tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, vegetable greens and bell peppers are rich sources.

- Folic acid is an important prenatal vitamin — it prevents the incidence of birth defects in the foetus and is essential to produce genetic material in every cell of our body. An ideal fertility diet should contain green leafy vegetables, coloured veggies, fruits, sprouts, nuts and seeds, beans, vegetable oils, dairy products, whole grains, fish and lean meat. Foods consumed in their natural raw state give maximum benefit — over-cooking destroys vital nutrients.

FOODS TO ENHANCE SEX DRIVE

FOODS TO ENHANCE SEX DRIVE:

There are certain foods that can be easily incorporated into everyday diet to enhance sex drive. These foods affect our senses, and elicit sensuality. Some may argue with the notion of food being associated with libido. But, foods can kick up the sex drive.

Take a look at the list of foods that you should be eating to revive your sex drive.

1. Eggs: Egg, enriched with vitamin B5 and vitamin B6, helps to reduce stress and sets the tone for the pursuit. A symbol of fertility, eggs help to raise energy levels.

2. Fruits: Fruits are full of vitamins, which is a libido booster. Bananas contain bromelain enzyme, which increases libido and reverses impotence in men. Fruits, such as mangoes, peaches and bananas, make you more interested in sex. It also contains potassium and riboflavin that raises body's overall energy levels. Watermelon contains phytonutrient citrulline that increases body's levels of nitric oxide to relaxe blood vessels and increase blood circulation. This decreases the time taken to become aroused.

3. Soy: Tofu and edamame helps to bind estrogen, and keeps the vagina lubricated. Soy foods promote prostate health in men.

4. Chocolate: .It has long been known for its sexually invigorating properties.Scientists say that chocolate contains  phenethylamine, among other chemical compounds that arouses the same feelings as those experienced by people when they fall in love. It can also be used in foreplay. Dark chocolates also contain anti-oxidants that protect you against infections.

5. Oysters: Oysters are rich source of zinc and dopamine, which evoke sensuality and increase the sex drive. Have oysters in your meal plan if night of a romance. Health experts advise avoiding raw oysters during pregnancy.The Romans placed the oyster high on their list of prized aphrodisiacs. Casanova, the legend goes, would eat 50 raw oysters for breakfast.

6. Nuts: Nuts, especially the one rich in L-Arginine, improve sexual functions in men. These improve blood circulation to energise you and help you with sexual issues, such as erectile dysfunction. Cashews, walnuts and peanuts are among common nuts to help you up revive sex drive.

7. Almonds: An excellent source of essential fatty acids, almonds ensure healthy production of hormones. Eat almonds raw or sprinkle crushed almonds on milk shake or salads when you need immediate dose of energy.

8. Garlic: Garlic increases blood flow to the sexual organs. Add garlic paste in delicacies to derive benefits. If you have trouble having raw garlic, try garlic capsules.

9. Avocados: Enriched with folic acid, avocados metabolise proteins and energise you. It has vitamin B6 (increases male hormone production) and potassium (regulates woman's thyroid gland), increasing libido in both men as well as women.

10.Bananas: Soft, creamy and around eight inches long. Now who wouldn’t consider that aphrodisiacal? But it also comes with high levels of potassium and vitamin B, which increase sex hormone production in our bodies.

11.Lychees: Juicy and succulent, lychees have been considered a libido booster. Research also says that polysaccharides in the fruit protect female sex organs from tissue damage.