It has been proven by studies that women live longer than men. And I really marvel at this. I have met or known many women in my life who have had like 10-16 kids and yet they have managed to keep their families intact and outlive their husbands by sometimes up to 30 years!
I think these women are remarkable.
But aside from the resilience that nature has given women, I believe women should really take care of themselves. Get proper diet, exercise, supplements, and regular medical check ups should be in place. These should be done not only for one’s self, but also for taking care of the rest of the family.
Women have very important roles in the home. As such, she should maintain her overall health to be able to effectively do the things expected of her.
Longevity of Life
Wanting to be whiter
Many Asian women, especially of the Malay race, want to be whiter. In the Philippines, there is now a rave for Glutathione, a form of protein that is naturally occurring in the body. Although it is a natural anti-oxidant, my pharmacist-friend said that its side effect after prolonged high dosage use is the whitening of the skin.
So far, there are no known ill effects. But since it stops the melanin production of the body, there is still the high risk of skin cancer because the ozone layer of our earth is getting depleted and ultra violet rays can freely enter the atmosphere. I actually shudder at the thought of masses of women getting skin problems because of too much glutathione use.
Birth Control and Side Effects
Some people are not ready to have kids. Perhaps because they are still in high school and just want to have sex while others are more career-oriented and want to focus on that first before starting a family. Whatever the reason, you should know that there are potential side effects depending on the type you decide to use.
The simplest way to prevent unwanted pregnancies is not to do it at all. This is known as abstaining. But if you two lovebirds want to get physical, you just have to find another way to express your love and if you decide to do it without intercourse, you can do so by playing with each other until you reach orgasm.
Another method which is quite popular is the condom. There are different types out there in the market that cater to both men and women. After intercourse, this should be removed and thrown away. There are also no side effects in using a condom. This should only be opened prior to intercourse and placed in properly to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Spermicides are often used with other birth control devices. Some examples of these include the vaginal ring and the diaphragm. They come in creams, films, gels, suppositories and tablets. The danger or side effect of improperly using them includes a burning or itching sensation and TSS or toxic shock syndrome. The user may also be at risk of bladder and urinary tract infections.
Birth control pills have the most number of side effects. These are namely, breast tenderness, headaches, mood changes, nausea, spotting and weight gain. Some women claim that their migraines have increased in severity as a result of taking them. Aside from those mentioned, you may also experience blood clots, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, breast and liver cancer.
There are however newer birth control pills. The latest is called Seasonale that was released in 2003. Studies have shown women who take this have had fewer incidents of blood clots in the legs or lungs, stoppage or rupture of a blood vessel in the heart and other organs, liver tumors and high blood pressure. You may also experience similar symptoms such as breast tenderness, weight gain, vomiting and difficulty wearing contact lenses just like conventional birth control pills.
The birth control patch is another option for women and you apply this onto your skin. One patch is good for seven days and you have to replace it during the same day each week for the next three weeks in the same area so choose whether to stick this in your abdomen, buttocks, upper arm or torso. On the fourth week, the female is patch free.
The side effects of using birth control patches include abdominal pain, breast tenderness, fluid retention or raised blood pressure, irregular bleeding, headaches, menstrual cramps and nausea.
Some people also use injectables and you can go to the doctor monthly for this or every three months. The sides effects of using injectables are irregular periods, weight gain and vomiting. The same side effects may also be experienced if you choose to use implants.
Birth control is the answer for those who don’t want to take on the responsibility of raising a baby. Just so you know, be ready for the side effects which are often experienced by those who have tried it.
There are different types of birth control pills around. Before you start using any, you should consider the side effects.
Studies have shown that there are only two methods that do not have side effects. First is abstaining however, it may be hard sometimes to control the urge if both of you feel like doing it. The best thing to do then is outercourse or masturbation so the sperm will never come into contact with the egg.
The second is with the use of condoms because it does not release any hormones into the body and it is simply used as a barrier that is disposed off after intercourse.
Spermicides come in different forms. There are creams, film, gel, suppositories and tablets. The side effects of using them include the risk of TSS and one of you will experience a burning or itching sensation. It rarely causes a skin rash but when it happens, this will only go away after some time.
Those who choose to use the diaphragm are at risk of bladder and urinary tract infections. If you have had this in the past, you are strongly discouraged to stop using it. There have also been cases of toxic shock syndrome or TSS but is also quite rate. This should not left in the vagina for more than 24 hours because there will soon be a smelly vaginal discharge, an inflammation or an infection could occur.
Birth control pills have a lot of side effects. These include breast tenderness, headaches, mood changes, nausea, spotting and weight gain. It may also contribute to blood clots, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, breast and liver cancer.
Apart from conventional birth control pills, there is a new one called Seasonale. Since it has been around for only 5 years, there have only been a few reported cases of blood clots in the legs or lungs, stoppage or rupture of a blood vessel in the heart and other organs, liver tumors and high blood pressure. However, those who have been taking it regularly complain of breast tenderness, weight gain, vomiting and difficulty wearing contact lenses.
The morning after pill is better known as an emergency contraceptive pill or ECP. This must be taken 120 hours after unprotected vaginal intercourse. Its side effects are similar to that of conventional pills but if you happen to vomit within an hour of ingesting the pill, it is advised that you call a doctor. Another thing to keep in mind is that this should not be used as a regular birth control pill.
The patch is another and this is applied to the skin. One patch is good for a week and this has to be placed for three consecutive weeks and can be placed anywhere in the body. On the fourth week, the female doesn’t have to stick anything so she can normally go through her monthly menstrual cycle. Side effects include application site reaction, breast symptoms, headaches, mood swings and vomiting.
Injectables are injected into the body every three months. The sides effects include irregular periods, weight gain and vomiting. Something similar to that are implants and those who use it may experience irregular bleeding, headaches, nausea, depression, dizziness, nervousness, weight gain or loss and hair loss.
Majority of the birth control methods around have side effects. If you don’t want to experience any, perhaps not having sex at all is the answer to your problems.
Clomid
Clomid is the more popular brand for the drug, Clomiphene Citrate, a fertility that is supposed to induce ovulation in a woman. It tricks the brain about a hormonal imbalance, forcing it to instruct glands to produce needed hormones for ovulation. It is the number 1 solution for PCOS.
According to my friend experience, she do try this but unfortunately it didn’t work for her. She took 2 sets in two cycles then she stopp it. The drug made her feel bad—down, irritable, and all sorts of things that she can’t really understand. But the main thing that really made her stop immediately is when her menstruation occurred and she experienced tremendous pain in his abdomen—something that She have never felt before. So She stopped.
Now, She is looking for other solution while waiting for a God’s miracle to happen in er life.
No more drugs!
No more anxieties in getting pregnant.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Many people know about the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) only after they get married. They wondered why they can not get pregnant after married even they do teir best to have their own baby.
In this case, properly they will go for the doctor, and the reason might be PCOS. Although there are many reasons why women have PCOS. Nirmally can either be all the anti-allergy, pain killers, and decongestants that ingested since they was a young girl.
I should suggest that if young girls experience irregularity with their menses, it is best to consult a doctor right away so that the problem may be corrected in its early stage.
