Swine Flu prevention tips from an Indian doctor

As India responds to the spread of Swine flu simple prevention tips from Dr Mehta, a doctor based in Bangalore include handwashing, gargling with warm water and drinking fluids. He urges us not to underestimate these inexpensive and powerful preventative methods. Dr Mehta has sent this unoffical note to friends:  H1N1, like other Influenza A viruses, only infects the upper respiratory tract and proliferates (only) there. The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/ throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it's almost impossible not coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is not so much of a problem as proliferation is.  While you are still healthy and not showing any symptoms of H1N1 infection, in order to prevent proliferation, aggravation of symptoms and development of secondary infections, some very simple steps - not fully highlighted in most official communications - can be practiced: 1. "Hands-off-the-face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless while eating, bathing, etc).  2.  Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications).  3. Gargle twice a day with warm salt water (use Listerine if you don't trust salt). H1N1 takes 2-3 days after initial infection in the throat/ nasal cavity to proliferate and show characteristic symptoms. Simple gargling prevents proliferation. In a way, gargling with salt water has the same effect on a healthy individual that Tamiflu has on an infected one. Don't underestimate this simple, inexpensive and powerful preventative method. 4. Similar to 3 above, clean your nostrils at least once every day with warm salt water. Not everybody may be good at Jala Neti or Sutra Neti (very good Yoga asanas to clean nasal cavities), but blowing the nose hard once a day and swabbing both nostrils with cotton buds dipped in warm salt water is very effective in bringing down viral population. 5. Drink as much of warm liquids as you can. Drinking warm liquids has the same effect as gargling, but in the reverse direction. They wash off proliferating viruses from the throat into the stomach where they cannot survive, proliferate or do any harm. 6. Boost your natural immunity with foods that are rich in Vitamin C (Amla and other citrus fruits). If you have to supplement with Vitamin C tablets, make sure that it also has Zinc to boost absorption.  All these are simple ways to prevent, within means of most households, and certainly much less painful than to wait in long queues outside public hospitals.  --Dr Subhash Mehta, Bangalore, India ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses like influenza by Covering your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it. Washing your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. You can also use alcohol-based hand cleaners. Avoiding touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way. Trying to avoid close contact with sick people. Staying home from work or school if you are sick. Posts You may Like: 1. Benefits of Laughter Yoga Benefits of Laughter Yoga

Benefits of Laughter Yoga

There is a scientific basis saying that 'Laughing is a great way to generate positive mindset to a person.' Laughing is a great way to start your day and shower your life with only positive vibes. Smiling and laughing can relatively make you feel good about yourself and outlook about life. These are also the signs that you are happy.

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Laughter and smile are considered as physical reactions of humans. It involves audible and rhythmical contractions of your person’s respiratory system and diaphragm. It is also a response of human’s body to internal and external stimuli. Smiling and laughing can be triggered because of humorous thoughts, stories and by means of tickling. There are many people saying that laughing is a way to express positive thoughts and emotions.

Don’t you know that laughing is also a great way with medicinal purpose in a human body and mindset? Laughing is now included as a type of yoga that can generate positivism. It can provide therapeutic claims to people who seek for positive outlook in life. There are now many people who love Laughter Yoga. As of now, there are now many people want to try Laughter Yoga. Well, to try laughter yoga is indeed a great way to acquire positive vibes. To smile and laugh is an important because being happy will keep you motivated and inspired to do your best on every task you do either at work or in school.

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Laughing is good for your mind and body. It brings several advantages that you will notice in the long run. To be part of a support group and organization that involves laughter yoga is a smart idea that can generate happiness and ways to repress somber, serious and boring daily life routine. No doubt that laughing is the cheapest and effective medicine that you can have to heal either from physical or emotional pain. The good news is that you can try laughing yoga for free and easily.

Benefits of Laughing and Laughter Yoga

Laughter yoga started in the year 1995 and developed by Dr. Madan Kataria. Laughter yoga involves that combination of stretching, yoga breathing and unconditional laughter. It is not an awkward type of Yoga because you can join in a group that involves this type of Yoga. Laughing with your friends, family and group is relatively beneficial. Laughter yoga is beneficial for children, men and women with different age brackets. Benefits of laugh yoga are listed below:

• Great Health benefits-You can exercise your cardiovascular system and reduce your blood pressure level By means of trying laughter yoga. People who are suffering from heart diseases must also try this type of yoga so that they can speed up healing process of their body.
• Reduce and delay early signs of aging- It can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other early signs of aging. By means of laughing, you can acquire youthful look.
• Reduce negative emotions- Laughter yoga can help you reduce negative emotions such as stress and anxiety.