7 defenders of the human body 👊😎

🔹Zawing. The man is yawning to cool the brain during an overload. When we sleep a little and work a lot, the body triggers a defense mechanism. During yawn, a large amount of air lowers the temperature of the brain. In addition, yawning opens the airways, enriches the body with oxygen and relaxes the muscles 💪 ⠀

 

🔹 Sneezing is the process of removing allergens and germs from the nasal cavity. For one sneeze, you can throw into the surrounding air more than 100 thousand bacteria at a speed of 160 km / h ⠀

От Pulling is like a warm-up before training in the gym. Therefore, if you do not stretch in the morning, then during the day it will be hard to cope with even the simplest things 😴 ⠀

К Soother is a warning to the body that requires you to stop eating. If you eat too fast and too much, then irritation of the vagus nerve occurs. So if you hiccup constantly, try to eat less and more slowly, chewing food thoroughly 🍗 ⠀

 

🔹 The skin swells from moisture. The body adapts to a moist environment and increases its grip on a wet surface when you lie in the bathroom and your skin grimaces on your fingers. To put it bluntly, your fingers become clingy 🛀 🛀

 

🔹 Rooster skin. These pimples appear when a person is cold and when he experiences emotional excitement. Goose skin, fights like this, reducing heat generation through the skin pores 🦆 ⠀

 

🔹Tears not only remove foreign bodies from the eye. They are also a tool for emotional protection. For example, increased tearing reduces the excitation of the cerebral cortex after injury.

Weleda Nursing Oil review

I’ve been breastfeeding Jonah for 14 months now. It’s so cosy and convenient and we love it, but it hasn’t always been easy. We struggled to get him latched on in the first few days and we were advised in hospitals to use nipple shields.

The shields worked really well and we were able to feed. Yet Jonah lost over 10% of his body weight within the first week. He was very fussy right after feeding, and he cried a lot in the night. Worried and doubting, we supplemented with two 4oz bottles of formula a day to help him gain weight quickly, and satisfy his hunger.

And gain weight he did! This allowed us to be discharged from hospital as his weight gain was ample.

Did he seem any more satisfied? Not really. In hindsight, I believe Jonah’s fuss was normal newborn behavior. So we went on supplements for 5 weeks, then we gradually decreased the formula, and I pumped to increase my supply. We were back to exclusive breastfeeding, which was just what I wanted.

Eventually, at about four months, we weaned off the nipple shields, too. Jonah decided he didn’t like them and fussed and fussed until I removed them. Oh, the pain! My boobs weren’t used to his latch without the shield protecting them.

Which brings me to this review of Weleda’s beautifully comforting nursing oil. Nipple creams and balms are helpful, and I used them in the very early days of nursing. But I really wanted something that would work with massage, as my boobs ached. I also occasionally got a milk blister or a blocked duct that would need massage and heat to work away. Weleda Nursing Oil is fantastic for this!

Weleda says that “massage with the oil cares for breasts, stimulates skin, blood circulation and warms breast tissue”.

They don’t claim that their nursing oil increase milk supply. They do say that the herbs in the formula “are traditionally used during breastfeeding support healthy lactation and stimulate free milk flow”.

Yet the formula does contain galactagogues (substances that increase milk supply), which have been used by nursing mothers to support their milk production.

It’s important to note that you shouldn’t rely on galactagogues to increase your milk supply. The most natural and reliable way to increase milk supply is through increasing the frequency and/or duration of feeds/pumps.

Let’s have a look at the beneficial ingredients:

Fennel

Fennel is a phytoestrogenic herb used by women to increase milk supply. What’s great about fennel is that research backs up its traditional use. It can be applied topically as an essential oil or consumed. Fennel can also help to relieve colic in breastfed infants. Read this wonderful article for more info on how breastfeeding mothers’ can use fennel.

Caraway

Caraway is used by breastfeeding women as a lactation aid and to treat colic, however, there are no studies to validate its anecdotal benefits.

Marjoram

Marjoram is an anti-inflammatory lactogenic herb with a history of use in supporting a healthy milk supply. Again, there’s no evidence to show it increases milk production.

Sweet almond oil

An easily absorbed carrier oil that moisturises the skin without being too heavy – great when the next breastfeeding session isn’t too far away.

How to use Weleda Nursing Oil

In the early days, I did find time my massage session using Weleda Nursing Oil quite hard, as it’s supposed to be used after a feed. I found that if the baby was cluster feeding, there might not be much time till the next feed! But the smell of the herbs in Weleda Nursing Oil does seem to wear off quite quickly.

How to use Weleda Nursing Oil

In the early days, I did find time my massage session using Weleda Nursing Oil quite hard, as it’s supposed to be used after a feed. I found that if the baby was cluster feeding, there might not be much time till the next feed! But the smell of the herbs in Weleda Nursing Oil does seem to wear off quite quickly.

How Weleda Nursing Oil works for me

It increases the speed of my let down. The combination of massage and using Weleda Nursing Oil increases the speed of my let down reflex which means less work for Jonah. In fact, he is probably a bit surprised he has to do, so little work to make milk flow!

Pamper factor! Great for self-care as it helps me to feel comforted and cared for. I feel very pampered after massaging with this oil. My boobs work very hard!

Fixes blockages. The oil helps shift lumpy bits and blocked ducts. Lots of heat and massage for the win!

Increases milk supply? The herbs in Weleda Nursing Oil are traditionally used to support breastfeeding, but it’s not intended to increase milk supply. So who knows? I can’t say whether it does as there’s no reliable way to know.

Regular massage is necessary to keep up the benefits. I try to massage once a day.

To conclude

I would recommend Weleda Nursing Oil if you like the idea of using breast massage with oil, or have blocked milk ducts to be worked out. It quickens let down, warms the breasts, feels wonderfully comforting, and is a great way to practice self-care.

Have you tried breast massage? What natural oils do you use? Let me know in the comments!

Keep your Lady Bits in Tip Top Shape.

What sort of products should I be using ‘down there’?

If you’re having concerns about freshness and odor. You deserve to feel fresh and confident.

Here are the basic do’s and Don’ts:

You want to use products that are going to be gentle and not irritate your skin. Use a mild soap or pH balanced wash that’s suitable for sensitive skin to clean and rinse the outer parts of your vagina once a day by gently washing with either your fingers or a face cloth in and around the folds of skin.

This will clean away any germs, sweat and build up from the day to not only reduce any odor but also help prevent things like UTIs and bacterial infections developing.

It’s totally normal for vaginas to have a slight smell (and you’re probably the only one to notice) but if you’re concerned, or you’ve noticed a change in smell or discharge we’d recommend booking an appointment with your family doctor or nurse to have this checked out. It could be an easily treatable yeast infection or bacterial overgrowth.

What shouldn’t I be using?

This is a very sensitive area of your body so you want to avoid any products that are heavily scented or have a strong soap. Everybody’s different, so let your body guide you on what works for you.

Vagisil-Feminine-Wash-(With-Odor-Control-Formula)

PRODUCT TO TRY: Use Vagisil Feminine Wash every morning to help you feel clean and confident. It has a light scent, is pH Balanced, is hypoallergenic and has a special Odor Control Formula to actually prevent odor from occurring in the first place.

Please Note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any serious concerns, please see the advice of a medical professional.

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Take Selfie & Win Contest 2018! #SelfieWithAlManaraPharmacy

Selfie Contest with Al Manara Pharmacy!

Please read these Terms & Conditions carefully before participating in the Take Selfie & Win Contest 2018. #SelfieWithAlManaraPharmacy

Competition Criteria:

• Follow @AlManaraPharmacy on Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn & Google Plus).
• Take a Selfie with any of our Al Manara Pharmacy outlets.
• Upload it on your Social Media accounts (FB, Twitter, Instagram) with the hashtag #SelfieWithAlManaraPharmacy
• Share the status and tell your friends to like and reshare your image.
• Alternatively, you can also share your pictures on the post directly.
• Posts that generate the most social media engagements will be declared as the winners.

Prize Details:

• Three (3) Winners will be chosen to receive vouchers worth up to Dhs 500 to Dhs 200.

Winners Selection:

• The Winners will be asked to share their contact details with us via Private Message or email at: haris.izhar@delta-uae.com
• Winners will have to collect their Vouchers from any of their nearest Al Manara Pharmacy outlets.

Contest Period:

• 1st April to 1st June 2018.

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How to treat allergy and asthma effectively that save?

Air Purifier for Asthma Patients

Using an advanced air purifier is a good way to handle indoor air pollution. This is important for anyone struggling with asthma. While there is no effective treatment for asthma, along with good control (both in the amount and concentration) of indoor pathogens such as mold, dust, feathers Ticks, dust mites and cigarette smoke. Allergy and asthma often related to each other. Studies in the US show that asthma is a common cause of asthma. Therefore, to prevent and treat asthma effectively, it is first necessary to treat allergies, dust, pollen, odors, etc. To do this you need to: An air purifier can handle these pathogens. We would like to introduce Airocide APS – 200 air purifier.

Airocide air purifiers do not use filters.  In particular, Airocide uses double bactericidal technology: catalytic photosynthesis with titanium dioxide and nanoparticles at the molecular and UV levels with a standard 254 nanometer wavelength capable of killing nearly 100% the pathogens in the air, make the air in your home clean, feel comfortable and comfortable.

In addition, the Airocide APS – 200 has a luxurious design that resembles an interior decoration in the home, unlike any other air purifier commonly found on the market. Additionally, the technology of cleaning and disinfection of Airocide was the experienced engineers of NASA development, not production of Ozone and certified by the FDA.  In addition, this ultra-modern air purifier is designed to clean air in any room of varying sizes.

Conclusion

Airocide Air Purifier is the latest Technology developed by NASA. Finally an air purifier that help you feel better. Guaranteed.Available in Al Manara Pharmacy selected outlets.

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Orthomol – For those who give their all

Important micronutrients for good performance in sports

Orthomol Sport is a food supplement containing magnesium which contributes to a normal energy-yielding metabolism and to normal muscle function. With L-carnitine, coenzyme Q10 and omega-3 fatty acids.

Important micronutrients for good performance in sports

• Magnesium and calcium contribute to normal muscle function.
• B-vitamins, vitamin C as well as calcium, magnesium, iron, copper and iodine contribute to a normal energy-yielding metabolism.
• Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise.
• Iron contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin as well as to normal oxygen transport in the body.

Other nutrients

Orthomol Sport contains L-carnitine and coenzyme Q₁₀, both of which are involved in the energy-yielding metabolism. Particularly large quantities are found in animal foods, such as meat and milk. Orthomol Sport also contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are mainly found in fish oil. They include above all docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). These are polyunsaturated fatty acids which are components of cell membranes, among other benefits.

Actively fighting against doping: Orthomol Sport is included on the Kölner Liste (Cologne List) to support greater transparency and safety.

The best 10 tips to lose weight…

Lose Weight

The pleasure of eating a chocolate bar lasts a few minutes. Burning off the calories it delivers can take nearly an hour, Long term transformation takes time, Think positive with sufficient motivation anything is achievable, and those obstacles can now be overcome. Here the best 10 tips to lose your weight:

Discover yourself:
Before start lose weight program better to ask some questions to find yourself and keep motivated, why to lose weight?  Is it to get healthy? To reach optimal weight? Or to look good in a bikini?  To feel better about yourself or another reason? Then You need a clear and achievable goal, such as ‘loses 4lbs in 4 weeks’, Think why you gained extra weight, is it’s unbalanced diet? Or eating high calorie food or skipping breakfast, or eating at bedtime.

Pine point your bad habits, To get quick results and keep the weight off, you need to kick bad habits.

Calories count:
Several NUMBERS should be in your mind.

Basal metabolic rate: our body requires a minimum number of calories to function. This can be influenced by the amount of lean muscle mass a person has. Your BMR is the number of calories your organs need to function while you perform no activity whatsoever.
Daily calorie consumption: multiple your weight in pound by 11,4. For example an average man weight 185 pounds (185*11,4 = 2109 calories), that mean he need to eat 2100 calories to maintain his weight.
Track daily activity: Pedometers and digital fitness monitors—whether worn as wristbands, clipped onto clothing, or slipped into a pocket—can help. Basic ones measure steps and calories, while others capture heart rate, skin temperature, and sleep patterns. Some sports or workout burns more calories than others an average man weight 185 pound burn 200 calories by walking 30 min (4 mph), and burn by Bicycling (12-13.9 mph) 355 calories per 30 min while weight lifting 133 calories.
Keep a food diary. Smartphone apps can make this task easier. Look for a user-friendly one that has a large database of foods.

Choose your workout
It can be confusing, and it can be intimidating.  Don’t you worry though, as I’ve come up with a solution to determine the PERFECT workout plan that will get you the results you want and allow you to have success.  Running and walking are among the purest, most natural forms of exercise around, finding the right activity takes some trial and error, so don’t go to gym directly because gym need commitment, start with walking or cycling in street for 1-2 miles then try to be faster but don’t push your self too much hard specially for beginners you may hart your self then  if you like it you can go professional always remember  the key is find the kind of sport you like and increase it gradually to reach your goals.

Eating More than Three Times a Day:
There does appear to be an inverse association between weight and eating frequency. That is, the heavier a person is, the less often they eat. In fact, research suggests that people of normal weight and formerly obese people who have maintained their weight loss eat about four times per day, compared with obese people.

Pay attention to portion size:
Measure foods, like nuts, fruits,  salad to avoid eating more than a serving. Using smaller plates, bowls, also helps people eat less.

Do not skip your breakfast:
Most of us skip breakfast because we are not hungry or we are too rushed. We must not skip breakfast for two reasons, first your body Metabolism (burn fat) start from 5 am, 5 pm, so breakfast gives enough body fuel to burn, second when you eat breakfast you will stop the late hungry signal at night, eating at night cause belly fat and low burn. To avoid this scenario Try getting up 15 minutes earlier (which means going to bed earlier so you don’t sacrifice sleep time) to make time for breakfast.

What is wrong with snacking all the times?
It appears eating 3 to 5 times per day can keep you full and reduce hunger. Eating fewer than three times a day puts you at risk for overeating. Eat lots of lean meat and fruits to satisfy your hunger, Balance your meals and snacks. Fill half your plate with foods, like vegetables, that have many nutrients, fiber and few calories. This can help you eat smaller portions of higher-calorie foods, such as pasta, rice and meat.

Keep yourself motivated:
Focus on your feelings for weight loss inspiration, Too often we get frustrated by focusing on a specific number on the scale, or even a task we must do to reach our goal (like working out), Concentrate on your mood after you’ve eaten a healthy meal or how you feel after a great workout—weight loss motivation doesn’t always have to come before an activity. “If you focus on how you feel each time you exercise, you’ll get all the benefits of burning calories, plus the reinforcement of remembering how good it felt to do it, which should increase your motivation to do more.

Is weight-loss drug for you? :
Several drugs available in UAE markets, prescribed drugs and natural or herbal pills.

Prescribed drugs: your doctor or pharmacist  may decide you’re a good candidate for weight-loss drugs, but you’ll need to consider with your doctor the risks of these drugs. In addition to regulated weight-loss medications are many natural pills, These products contain ingredients such as L112,  ephedrine, Chitosan, and Yerba mate.

Natural diet pills, herbal diet remedies are meant to decrease appetite, reduce the absorption of fat from your diet, or stimulate metabolism. Their claims may be impressive.

Be mindful:
Learn to tell the difference between your physical hunger and hunger triggered by food availability.

5 Poolside Essentials

With the summer heat beating down on all of us here in the UAE, now is the time more than ever for some lounging about by a cool and refreshing pool. Now I know most of us have been doing our absolute best effort to avoid the scorching sun and stay in doors however, it is summertime and it would be a shame to miss out on a relaxing day by those glistening azure ripples. ‘tis the season for tan lines so, let’s take a dip into the 5 poolside essentials you will be needing to pack with you:

1. Sunscreen – It is the most obvious item to pack and yet somehow, we always leave it behind. Need an incentive or a reminder to get it with you? Think of the time when you or someone you know attempted to roast a chicken and left it in the oven longer than it should have. Remember how burnt its skin was? Be smart. Wear your sunscreen and don’t come out looking like burnt chicken this summer.
2. Lots & lots of cold drinks – consider this your best pal after sunscreen because cold beverages are definitely what separate you from getting heatstroke.
3. Sunglasses – the sun is quite intense in this region so, make sure you don a pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.
4. Flip-flops – they are comfy, water-resistant and protect your feet from the sizzling 43°C and above tiles of the poolside. Need I say more?
5. Towel – whether you’re about to kick back on your shezlong to work on your tan or dry up after washing off the chlorine, a towel is a must-have at the pool.

Our number 1 pick for our number 1 item on this list is Ultrasun for professional protection of sensitive skin. Get their moisturizing, anti-ageing sunscreens at your nearest Al Manara Pharmacy now!

DO NOT LET SUN DAMAGE YOUR SKIN

You might be surprised at how the sunlight damages your skin, You may think if you didn’t burn, you didn’t sustain any damage. This is false, Every second you are in the sun does some damage to your skin, Any amount of sun exposure is damaging your skin. Is tanning   good for you?,  Don’t fall for these myths, People often associate a dark tan with the glow of good health. But there’s no evidence that tanned people are healthier than paler people.

HOW SUN CAN DAMAGE MY SKIN?

The radiation of sun includes  (UVA) rays, which raise the risk of skin cancer, and (UVB) rays, which cause sunburn. Every little bit of damage you sustain from the sun is cumulative; and it all adds up over time to cause skin aging, fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, elastosis (the degradation of the elastic tissue of the skin), the breakdown of collagen, hyperpigmentation, and other more serious conditions including skin cancer, but it can be prevented.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SUNSCREEN?

There are plenty of sunscreens in to protect you fortunately.

1. Know your skin type: if you have sensitive skin or oily skin go with sensitive sunscreen because of creamy and lighter texture won’t cause irritations or acne if you have oily skin..
2. Know how long you will stay under the sun: The SPF measures how much UVB radiation is blocked. SPF levels range from 2 to more than 70. The higher the number, the stronger the protection.
3. Get wide spectrum sunscreen with UVA, UVB protection.

LOTIONS VS SPRAY SUN PROTECTION:

Spry sun protection easier to apply for hard-to -reach area like back, do not use spray if you have asthma and avoid  spray near your head, you need to spray each body area for up to six seconds. For guaranteed sun protection, you are probably better off using a lotion, just use enough amount to cover all your body.

HOW TO USE SUNSCREEN?

If you are going outside for an extended period, use a water-resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. An SPF of 15 is right for shorter times outside. Applying 1 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) of sunblock to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. “Make sure you cover your ears, nose, the back of your neck, and all exposed skin. If you go swimming, reapply as soon as you get out of the water. If you’re outside working and sweating, reapply every two hours.

ENJOY THE SUMMER

Sun exposure damages your skin, and every little bit adds up. Avoiding  sun exposure is less difficult, using sunscreen which suit your skin type is key factor. Cover up, and wear a hat and sunglasses, and enjoy your summer.

Written by:
AHMAD HAJI
In Charge – Al Manara Pharmacy
B.SC Pharmacy, MBA