March 31, 2016
HORMONAL INBALANCE AND FERTILITY!
March 30, 2016
WATERY EYES IN INFANTS!
STRETCH MARKS DURING PREGNANCY!
March 29, 2016
HOW TO LOWER YOUR RISK TO BREAST CANCER!
March 25, 2016
ICSI - INTRACYTOPLASMIC SPERM INJECTION
A fancy way of saying "inject sperm into egg"
ICSI is a very effective method to fertilize eggs in the IVF lab after they have been aspirated from the female
Its main use is for significant male infertility cases
March 23, 2016
IN-VITRO FERTILIZATION - IVF!
The IVF process involves:
Stimulating multiple follicles and eggs to develop
Egg retrieval to get the eggs
Fertilizing the eggs in the laboratory
Embryo transfer to the uterus
IRREGULAR OVULATION IN WOMEN!
Irregular Ovulation
Ovulatory dysfunction, is a disorder in which ovulation does not occur regularly. Ovulation is the term used to define the release of an egg from the ovary. This process is essential for pregnancy to occur. Ovulation is a complex process and depends on an adequate amount of appropriate hormones at appropriate times of the menstrual cycle. Anything that disrupts the hormonal regulation of the female cycle may result in ovulatory dysfunction.
March 19, 2016
OLIGOMENORRHEA (IRREGULAR PERIODS IN WOMEN)
A normal menstrual cycles should be from every 21 to 35 days.
However an irregular menstrual cycle medically known as oligomenorrhea, is a common problem among women. Oligomenorrhea refers to infrequent periods with intervals of more than 35 days. Normally women have 11 to 13 periods in a year, but those with oligomenorrhea may have fewer than six or seven periods. If you have irregular menstrual cycle once in a while then it’s nothing to worry about, but frequent irregular cycle caused by hormonal shifts are signals to pay closer attention to.
Whether you’re experiencing heavy, frequent bleeding or light, infrequent periods, you need to know the probable cause and how to best handle it.
Oligomenorrhea can be as a result of some of the following;
overexercise,
eating disorders,
significant weight loss or gain,
drug use,
anaemia,
polycystic ovarian syndrome,
increased stress,
hormonal imbalance,
diabetes,
recent birth or miscarriage or D&C,
breastfeeding,
menopause,
thyroid disorders,
liver disease,
tuberculosis,
irritable bowel syndrome,
uterine abnormalities,
chemotherapy,
medications.
There are so many factors that can cause this problem and it can therefore make you confused.
Some home remedies to help regulate your irregular menstrual cycle.
1. Vitamin and mineral supplements
This is not necessarily for a normal menstrual cycle, but it will help ensure you’re getting the right nutrients especially if you don’t like eating fruits.
There are some vitamins, such as B6, that are essential for women. Foods rich in vitamin B6 include pasta, tomatoes, corn and fortified cereals and can help reduce symptoms such as bloating and control mood swings.
Tomatoes, peas, lemons, oranges and limes are rich in vitamin C, which is good for your reproductive health and can keep you energised during your menstrual cycle.
2. Omega-3 fatty acids Oily Fish
Fish oils enhance blood circulation, because the blood vessels in your ovaries are tiny, which makes them vulnerable to damage and poor circulation. Oily fish, such as sardine, titus, mackerel, and tuna, provide rich amounts of protein and healthy fats, which are important for hormonal balance and normal menstruation. Oily fish are top sources of omega-3 fats, which reduce inflammation, plays a role in pain and bloating, and may help reduce menstrual cramps. For best results eat more of grilled or steamed fish, and it is also recommended that you add a fish oil supplement to your diet instead of eating a lot of fish.
3. Fruits and vegetables
To improve hormonal balance and menstrual health, getting plenty of the antioxidants, vitamin C and beta-carotene is important. This can be provided in significant amount by eating fruits and vegetables along with fiber. Avoid fruit juices and fruits which has been sweetened but instead, go for fresh or frozen, unsweetened fruits and vegetables. For beta-carotene, eat sweet potatoes, carrots, lettuce, carrot, spinach and mango etc. Top vitamin C sources include red bell peppers, citrus fruits. You can make your own juice to ensure it’s not sweetened.
3. Ginger
Ginger has many benefits to the body, but it is also highly beneficial in regulating menstrual cycles and also helping to relieve menstrual pain. It promotes menstruation which makes it good when fighting scanty or delayed periods.
4. Aloe Vera
By regulating your hormones aloe vera helps treat menstrual irregularities naturally. After extracting fresh aloe vera gel from its leaf, mix one teaspoon of honey to sweeten it, take it daily before having your breakfast, do this for about three months. Take note not to use it during your period.
5. Whole Grains
Whole grains are great sources of fiber, protein and B vitamins nutrients which helps improve hormonal balance and reduce symptoms of heavy menstruation. However high-glycemic carbohydrate sources, such as white bread and sweets can worsen your symptoms. They can also disrupt blood sugar control, interfering with positive energy levels and moods. Limit the intake of these foods and eat more of whole grains, such as brown rice, oats and popcorn, instead.
6. Natural foods to regulate your menstrual cycle
Quit taking white foods such as white flour, sugar, white potatoes, white bread, white pasta, and white rice to make your menstrual cycle regular. Most natural foods are not white, so if a food is white, it might have been processed to the point of being unhealthy! White foods create insulin surges that result in fat storage and disrupt your menstrual cycle. This excess fat storage then negatively affects ovulation and your periods and can therefore cause irregular periods. Stop consuming white food!
7. Vitamin D
Eat vitamin D-fortified milk products, like egg yolks, sardines, and cod liver oil. Also drink lots of skim milk, which has vitamin D added. You can also get vitamin D supplements which stabilizes your hormones by improving communication between your cells. Getting enough sunlight is also a good way to increase your vitamin D and make your menstrual cycle regular.
For better effectiveness, eat these foods for at least three months and if possible continue eating them until you see results.
PLEASE STOP!!! IF YOU USE BABYREX, PANDA COLD, etc FOR YOUR BABY!
March 18, 2016
HEALTHY BABIES ARE HAPPY BABIES! (Photos)
March 17, 2016
How To Help Your Child Avoid Asthma Triggers?
Common asthma triggers
March 16, 2016
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INDUCED LABOR!
March 15, 2016
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF LEUKAEMIA!
Signs and symptoms of leukaemia (and blood cancers generally are notoriously vague and non-specific). There are no specific signs or symptoms of any type of leukaemia which would allow a doctor to make a diagnosis without laboratory tests.
March 14, 2016
LEUKAEMIA
March 13, 2016
HOW TO MASSAGE YOUR BABY!
March 12, 2016
SHAVING YOUR BABY'S HAIR
Read on to find out.
March 9, 2016
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BABY'S HEARING!
March 7, 2016
GOITRE!
March 5, 2016
HEPATITIS : TREATMENT & PREVENTION!
HEPATITIS
These include autoimmune hepatitis and hepatitis that occurs as a secondary result of medications, drugs, toxins, and alcohol. Autoimmune hepatitis is a disease that occurs when your body makes antibodies against your liver tissue.
March 4, 2016
BABIES IN HOT WEATHER!
As they rely on others to take care of them it is very important to watch them closely and to keep them from getting hot or dehydrated.
March 3, 2016
TREATMENTS FOR FIBROID!
FIBROIDS!
March 2, 2016
ABDOMINAL PAIN DURING PREGNANCY!
Occasional abdominal discomfort is a common pregnancy complaint, and while it may be harmless, it can also be a sign of a serious problem. (Severe or persistent abdominal pain should never be ignored.)
VAGINAL BLEEDING/SPOTTING DURING PREGNANCY!
Call your doctor or midwife right away, even if the bleeding seems to have stopped. While it may turn out to be something minor, it could be a sign of a serious problem. What your healthcare practitioner does next will depend on your individual situation.