Citronella Efficacious to Prevent Cancer

Lemon grass or Citronella, commonly known as a regular plant roots and stems are often used as a spice flavoring dishes. In fact, the essential oils in this plant is widely used in the cosmetics industry for the manufacture of perfumes and soaps.

Citronella or in the Latin language called Cymbopogon ciatrus is a genus that contains about 55 species of grass. These plants can thrive in warm weather, and reaches a height of about 2 to 4 meters.

Citronella plants used in various cultures. Part of this plant which can be used for the herb include roots, stems, and leaves.

Well here are some properties of citronella that not much is known:

Preventing cancer
A study revealed that every 100 grams of lemon grass contains antioxidants that can prevent cancer. In 2006, a team of researchers from Gurion University in Israel found a compound in the body of lemon grass which can kill cancer cells without damaging healthy cells.

Drug indigestion
Containing lemongrass tea helps overcome indigestion, abdominal pain, colds, intestinal cramps and diarrhea. Lemongrass also helps reduce the gas from the intestines and prevent further gas formation.

Detoxification
Lemongrass also has detoxifying properties of the body by increasing the number and frequency of urination. This can make the digestive organs, liver, pancreas, kidney, and bladder clean and healthy because of toxic substances and uric acid was removed.

Benefits on the nervous system
Essential oils are made using lemon grass can be used to strengthen and improve nervous system function. Because of lemongrass oil is applied to give effect to warm the surface of the body, relaxes muscles and relieve spasms.

Lowering blood pressure
Citronella is effective in reducing blood pressure, stimulate blood circulation and eliminate blood pressure problems. Consumption of a glass of lemon grass juice to reduce hypertension.

As an analgesic
Citronella relieve all types of inflammation and irritability associated with aches and pains. So if you have a toothache, muscle pain, joint pain, or pain, lemon tea can certainly help.

Beautiful skin
Citronella is a pillar in the cosmetics industry. The benefits include reduced acne and serves as a refresher. Citronella oil can also be massaged into the entire body to give effect to warm up.

Women's health
Given lemongrass tea consumption may help reduce menstrual pain and nausea.

Nuts Help The Heart to be Healthy

Nuts contain unsaturated fatty acids and other nutrients essential for heart health.
Walnuts, almonds, green beans, peanut skin, etc., types of nuts that have complete nutrition in every egg.

But it actually does not really matter what kind of beans should be consumed, because the content of nutrients and fat in the nuts vary depending on the species.

Various studies have shown people who regularly eat nuts have a bad cholesterol (LDL) low in the blood. LDL levels are high which causes a high risk for heart disease. Therefore, the capabilities of the bean is an important role for lowering LDL.

In addition to reducing the risk of clogged arteries that can trigger fatal heart attacks, beans also improve the health of the arteries. Although there are various kinds and types of beans, but experts agree basically nuts contain five essential content for the heart, such as:

Unsaturated Fatty Acids
Fat content in nuts is very good, ranging from monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids that can lower your bad cholesterol levels.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Most nuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids are effective in preventing various heart diseases. Besides the nuts, we know that omega-3 can also be found in fish.

L-arginine
Nuts are also rich in l-arginine, are compounds that can help the health of blood vessel walls. This compound makes the walls of blood vessels more flexible and not easily clogged.

Fiber
All types of nuts contain fiber which is useful for lowering cholesterol. In addition, the fiber will also make you feel full longer so you do not overeat.

Plant sterols
Plant sterols (plant sterols) are types of organic compounds that effectively lower cholesterol levels. Usually these compounds are added to various products such as margarine for added health benefits.

Bananas Can Relieve Stress

As quoted by FoxNews, Thursday (03/17/2011), that bananas can relieve stress because it contains two compounds that can calm the mind, ie, dopamine and serotonin. Both compounds were able to control mood is also produced naturally in the brain.

Dopamine is a compound that is quite dominant role in the brain, called the reward center or control center complacency. If someone feels happy and satisfied, then the taste is actually an effect of dopamine work.

In addition to giving pleasure, dopamine compound also protects brain neurons from Parkinson's. Parkinson's disease is triggered by nerve damage due to the aging process.

Sufficient levels of dopamine will also protect the heart function of various types of disturbances arising from the blood circulation.

Meanwhile serotonin are compounds that regulate mood, make someone feel happy and eliminate negative emotions. Deficiencies in the brain levels of serotonin can cause someone to be sensitive, easily offended, and tantrums.

Because the critical mood, serotonin is subjected to some antidepressants. The drugs were administered to patients with depression, to increase the release of serotonin to the brain so that the stress level is reduced.

Aside from being a controlling mood, bananas are also beneficial to the body's metabolism. In general, bananas contain essential minerals such as potassium and potassium, as a source of antioxidants. Bananas are also rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, B6 and A.

Hazardous of Using Cosmetic

Aesthetics Doctors Association of Indonesia (Perdesti) reminded the public not to use cosmetics arbitrary because drool cheap prices, but in terms of security is not guaranteed.

"Do not get tempted by the cosmetics are popular with a very cheap price and promising to soften or whiten instantly. This is because usually it's cosmetics contain mercury compounds are hazardous to humans," said Chairman of Pardesti, Dr. Teguh Tanuwidjaja, when met on the sidelines of safe cosmetics campaign before the House State Grahadi, Surabaya, on Sunday.

In that campaign, handing out thousands Perdesti cosmetics safe and contain no hazardous materials to road users passing. Thousands of masks were also distributed so long as the trip is not exposed to smoke pollution vehicles.

According to him, a main goal of this campaign in addition to commemorate the 5th Perdesti, also to provide education and understanding to the public about the security service in the field of aesthetic medicine which is currently growing rapidly.

"A variety of harmful side effects or mild deadly community has suffered due to ignorance of the dangers of the use or service. Moreover, there is not done by a doctor, obviously this is very health-threatening, especially in the face," said Teguh.

Therefore, he continued, Perdesti felt very responsible way to remind the public.
It assigns all members Perdesti especially those residing in rural areas work to continue to educate as well as a true service to the community in the field of aesthetics.

"Essentially, Perdesti will spearhead health services in the field of aesthetics as a form of participation in health development in collaboration with the government," said Teguh is also head of "Asia Pacific Alliance in Aesthetic Medicine" is.

Meanwhile, Dr PR Perdesti July Karijati revealed, it also provides appeal to people not to buy cosmetic products past their expiration.

"Observe the packaging and storage products. Do not buy products that the packaging is damaged or exposed to sunlight for a long time," he said.

"Remember, the price may be cheap, but the important ingredient is not harmful to the skin," he said in July added.

Green Tea, Powerful Prevent Hair Loss

The use of hair care products contain many chemicals that can cause hair to become dry, dull, and easily broken. To overcome this, an occasional treat your hair with a natural treatment that is made, one with green tea.

So far, the benefits of green tea is known only to the body. In fact, the content of antioxidants in the drink is also good for hair health. Experts even believe green tea can prevent hair loss.

What are the benefits and nutritious substances than green tea?

1. Against "Dihydrotestosterone" (DHT)
Dihydrotestosterone is a natural testosterone found in men and women. Now scientists know that the cause of hair loss is DHT. Typical male pattern baldness is also believed to be caused because the hair follicles that are sensitive to DHT. Therefore, one strategy is to block DHT prevents hair loss.
Green tea is an herbal DHT reliable contrarian. Green tea is known to increase levels of sex hormone binding globulin (SBGH) which interacts with testosterone so as to prevent the formation of DHT.

2. Increases blood circulation to hair follicles
Green tea contains catechin polyphenols. Quite a lot of research that revealed this molecule to have anticarcinogenic effects and antibiotic functions. Studies in mice also showed, catechin causes blood vessels to contract better, so blood flow to the cardiovascular system and the small blood vessels to become fluent, including to the hair follicles.

3. Stimulates hair growth
Component called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) is the most powerful antioxidants. Research conducted in Japan and Korea showed EGCH have positive effects on hair growth. The good news, green tea contains 10 percent EGCH so it is advisable to stimulate hair growth.

4. Eliminate dandruff and psoriasis
Various studies show that green tea is effective to eliminate dandruff and skin disease psoriasis with how to deal with irritation in the scalp. Shampoo based green tea is highly recommended for hair dandruff. Alternatively, after using shampoo, rinse hair with green tea water.

5. Strengthens and moisturizes
Another benefit of green tea is to strengthen the hair roots because green tea contains panthenol, vitamin C and E. Vitamin E will restore the youthfulness of the dry or damaged hair. While vitamin C helps protect hair from the dangers of the sun. Pantenol and provitamin will make hair softer and prevent fractures.

Prevent Aging with Spinach

Spinach, green leafy vegetables are rich in vitamins A, C and folic acid. Popeye's favorite vegetable is also have powerful antioxidant effects. Therefore, spinach is classified into food to prevent the effects of aging.

Spinach processed by boiling green oxalate levels will be reduced. But calcium levels rise.

"Cooking the spinach not only gives us the fiber but also nutrition," said Jill Nussinow, nutritionist and author of the book The Veggie Queen.

These vegetables also contain carotenoids, lutein, one of which is beneficial to protect the eyes from macular degeneration disease. Research by scientists from Tufts University in 2008 which examined 1802 women ages 50-79 found those who consume enough lutein and zeaxanthin in the diet, the risk for developing cataracts down 23 percent.

In addition to spinach, the source of lutein and zeaxanthin are the broccoli, salad, kale, radish leaves, and other dark green vegetables.

Karetenoid also works to neutralize free radicals on the skin, thereby slowing the skin aging process. The skin was still fresh wrinkle-free.

To process the spinach, Nussinow suggested that this vegetable is inserted into the pot after boiling water and immediately removed. The leaves can also be eaten raw as a salad.

Cuidado integral de la salud - Personas con Enfermedades Poco Frecuentes - Ley 26.689

Ley 26.689

Buenos Aires 29/07/2011
Promuévese el cuidado integral de la salud de las personas con Enfermedades Poco Frecuentes.

Promulgada de Hecho: 29/07/2011

Publicación: 03/08/2011


El Senado y Cámara de Diputadosde la Nación Argentinareunidos en Congreso, etc.sancionan con fuerza deLey:

Artículo 1° - El objeto de la presente ley es promover el cuidado integral de la salud de las personas con Enfermedades Poco Frecuentes (EPF) y mejorar su calidad de vida de ellas y sus familias.
ARTÍCULO 2° - A los efectos de la presente ley se consideran EPF a aquellas cuya prevalencia en la población es igual o inferior a una en dos mil (1 en 2000) personas, referida a la situación epidemiológica nacional.
ARTÍCULO 3° - En el marco de la asistencia integral establecida para las personas con EPF, la autoridad de aplicación debe  promover los siguientes objetivos:a)      Promover el acceso al cuidado de la salud de las personas con EPF, incluyendo las acciones destinadas a la detección precoz, diagnóstico, tratamiento y recuperación, en el marco del efectivo acceso al derecho a la salud para todas las personas;b)      Promover, en su ámbito, la creación de un organismo especializado en EPF, de carácter multidisciplinario que coordine con las autoridades sanitarias jurisdiccionales, la implementación de las políticas, estrategias y acciones para el cuidado integral de las personas con EPF y sus familias;c)      Propiciar la participación de las asociaciones de personas con EPF y sus familiares en la formulación de políticas, estrategias y acciones relacionadas con dicha problemática;d)      Elaborar un listado de EPF, de acuerdo a la prevalencia de dichas enfermedades en nuestro país, el cual será ratificado o modificado una vez al año por la autoridad de aplicación de la presente ley;e)      Propicia la realización periódica de estudios epidemiológicos que den cuenta de la prevalencia de EPF a nivel regional y nacional;f)        F) Incluir el seguimiento de las EPF en el Sistema Nacional de Vigilancia Epidemiológicag)      Promover la creación de un Registro Nacional de Personas con EPF en el ámbito del Ministerio de Salud de la Nación,  con el resguardo de protección de confidencialidad de datos personales:h)      Promover el desarrollo de centros y servicios de referencia regionales especializados en la atención de las personas con EPF, con profesionales y tecnología apropiada y la asignación presupuestaria permitente;i)        Promover la articulación de los servicios de referencia en atención a personas con EPF con establecimientos de salud de todos los niveles de complejidad, en el marco de la estrategia de la atención pimaria de la salud;j)        Promover el desarrollo y fortalecimiento de centros de asesoramiento, atención e investigación en enfermedades de origen genético que incluyan servicios de diagnóstico para los estudios complementarios pertinentes;k)      Promover el vínculo de las redes de servicios que atiendan a niños, niñas y adolescentes con EPF con los servicios de atención de adultos, favoreciendo la continuidad en la atención de las personas afectadas, reconociendo la particularidad de cada etapa vital;l)        Fortalecer y coordinar técnica y financieramente la implementación de los programas de pesquisa neonatal y detección de enfermedades congénitas, en el marco de los establecido por la ley 23.413 y sus modificatorias, y la ley 26.279, en coordinación con las autoridades sanitarias provinciales;m)    Promover estrategias y acciones de detección de EPF en las consultas de seguimiento y de atención por otras problemáticas de salud más frecuentes, estableciendo la importancia del incremento de los criterios de sospecha del diagnóstico, jerarquizando la perspectiva de los usuarios:n)      Contribuir a la capacitación continua de profesionales de la salud y otros agentes sociales, en todo lo referente al cuidado  integral de la salud y mejoría de la calidad de vida de las personas con EPF, en el marco de la estrategia de atención primaria de la salud;o)      Promover la investigación socio sanitaria y el desarrollo de tecnologías apropiadas para la problemática de personas con EPF, en  coordinación con el Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación Productiva de la Nación.;p)      Promover la articulación con el Ministerio de Educación de la Nación y las respectivas autoridades jurisdiccionales, en términos de favorecer la inclusión de personas con EPF;q)      Promover la accesibilidad de personas con EPF a actividades deportivas y culturales, acordes a sus necesidades y posibilidades;r)       Propicia la articulación con proazas y acciones para la atención de personas con discapacidad , cuando correspondiere;s)       Promover el desarrollo y la producción de medicamentos y productos médicos destinados a la detección precoz, diagnóstico, tratamiento y recuperación de las personas con EPF;t)        Promover la difusión de información, a usuarios, familiares, profesionales y técnicos de la salud, a través del desarrollo de una Red Pública de Información en EPF, en el ámbito del Ministerio de Salud de la Nación, de acceso gratuito y conectada con las otras redes de información nacionales e internacionales;u)      Promover el conocimiento de la problemática de EPF; concientizando a la población en general sobre la importancia de la inclusión SOCAL de las personas con EPF y sus familias, a partid de las estrategias y acciones que se consideren pertinentes:v)      Favorecer la participación de las asociaciones nacionales de EPF en redes internacionales de personas afectadas por EPF y sus familias.
ARTÍCULO 4° - LA autoridad de la aplicación de la presente ley será el Ministerio de Salud de la Nación.
ARTÍCULO 5° - Lo establecido en la presente ley debe integrar los programas que al efecto elabore la autoridad de aplicación y los gastos que demande su cumplimiento serán atendidos con las partidas que al efecto destine en forma anual el Presupuesto General de la Administración Pública para le Ministerio de Salud de la Nación.

ARTÍCULO 6° - Las obras sociales enmarcadas en las leyes 23.669 y 23.661, la Obra Social del Poder Judicial de la Nación, la Dirección de Ayuda Social para el Personal del Congreso de la Nación, las entidades de medicina prepaga y las entidades que brinden atención al personal de las universidades, así como también todos aquellos agentes que brinden servicios médicos asistenciales a sus afiliados independientemente de la figura jurídica que posean, deben brindar cobertura asistencial a las personas con EPF, incluyendo como mínimo las prestaciones que determine la autoridad de aplicación.
ARTÍCULO 7°- El Ministerio de Salud de la Nación debe promover acuerdos con las autoridades jurisdiccionales, para promover atención integral de la salud a personas con EPF, que no estén comprendidas en el artículo 6° de la presente ley, conforme lo establezca la reglamentación.
ARTÍCULO 8° - Invítase a las provincias y a la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires a adherir a la presente ley.
ARTÍCULO 9° -  Comuníquese al Poder Ejecutivo nacional.


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