The Awakening 3 Herpes Virus

Although able to heal, herpes (skin rash illness caused by a virus) can always recur because the drugs can only partially expel the virus. The rest will be crystallized, sleeping and hiding in the blood to rise again someday if it met the trigger.

There are two types of the virus that causes herpes, the herpes simplex virus (HSV) type-1 and type-2. Type HSV-1 is more common in the face, eyes and throat, while HSV type-2 triggers the infection in the genital area or genitals.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 65 percent of adults are carriers of HSV-2 type. Viruses that crystallized in the blood is generally not recognized because it does not show symptoms, although in fact be active again if at any time to meet with the trigger.

Quoted from AskMen, Wednesday (10/11/2010), here are 3 things that could wake the herpes virus from hibernation or sleep length.

1. Sunlight
A study published in the American Sports Medicine reveals the relationship between oral herpes with sunlight, especially ultraviolet-B (UV-B). Mentioned, the skiers who frequently sunbathe have a higher risk for recurrent oral herpes.

Rhoda Ashley Morrow, PhD, virology expert from Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center in Seattle megnatakan tersbeut risks can be prevented with sunscreen. According to him, SPF-36 is powerful enough to ward off 100 percent of UV-B.

2. Stress
All the things that trigger stress can weaken the immune system. In these conditions, the herpes virus can trigger the infection arose mainly in the throat, causing inflammation.

A study published in the journal Antiviral Research, said the stress caused by herpes recurrence can be prevented by red wine. Not only because it can relieve stress, direct contact with alcohol can also prevent bangkutnya herpes virus and prevent infection in the throat.

3. Tooth extraction
Dentists from Nova Southeastern University in Ft Lauderdale, Michael A. Siegel, DDS said that the recurrence of herpes can be triggered by the trauma that occurred in the oral cavity. One form of trauma is a tooth extraction and injection in the gums.

If you experience symptoms of sore throat in 12 hours after tooth extraction, contact your doctor to get an antivirus. It preventive measures need to be done especially if you have a history of herpes attack up to 4 times a year.

Humans Never Win Against Germs

Armed with science, man could cure diseases caused by bacterial infection. Yet the global human can never eradicate the bacteria because it would always appear new types of germs.

Flu virus for example, from time to time, always giving rise to new virus mutates such as bird flu and swine flu. Meanwhile, various types of bacteria begin to form a resistance to many antibiotics so it does not work anymore treated.

Although research to discover new antibiotics has always done, the emergence of new germs either in the form of viruses, bacteria or other microorganisms can never be avoided. Until whenever humans will continue to coexist with germs.

"We'll never win the battle. Man must live in harmony with the germs," ​​said Secretary General of the Association of Infection Control Indionesia (Perdalin), Dr. Latre Buntaran, Sp-MK in Jakarta, Friday (12/11/2010).

Dr. Latre who is also a consultant clinical microbiologist at the Harapan Kita Hospital said that most people can do is control the germs. Because according to him, everyone basically has germs in his body but not forever going to be a disease.

"There are two things that determine the bacteria will be a disease or not. The first number, then the second is the condition of a person's immune system," he added.

The human body has a certain tolerance so that germs can enter without causing disease as long as its durability is good. If the number of germs that enter through the boundary that can be tolerated, then the germs that would be the case.

As long as that limit has not been reached, the entry of germs actually beneficial because the body will form antibodies or immunity against the germ. The more diverse types of germs that enter, the more immunity possessed by a person.

"As long as its durability is good, sometimes haphazardly on the roadside snack that's okay because the entry of germs can actually be a natural vaccination," said Chairman Perdalin, Prof. Dr. Djoko Wibowo, DTM & H, SpPD-KPTI.

Everyday Items That Can Cause Serious Illness

Perhaps many people do not think that stuff everyday that you normally use can be a ticking time bomb trigger serious diseases such as heart disease, stroke and allergies because they contain millions of bacteria.


Just so you know, household items that are rarely cleaned can be a comfortable nest for millions of bacteria.


Dailymail Launched on Thursday (09/12/2010), here are some everyday items that often become a den of dangerous bacteria:


1. Toothbrush
Research shows that a variety of serious health problems, including heart disease, stroke, arthritis and chronic infections can be associated with a hygienic toothbrush.


A study by Manchester University found that the average toothbrush contains 10 million germs, including a high percentage of potentially fatal bacteria such as staphylococci, streptococcus, E. coli and candida.


You can not see the development of germs, but the hair brush that is damaged can be a harbor for bacteria. Replace toothbrushes every three months.


2. Bath towels
Bath towels should be washed once a week in temperatures 90 degrees Celsius or more to eliminate Staphylococcus aureus, a bacterium that can migrate from the skin into the towel. Usually benign, but can cause infection if in contact with the wound and also can live on dry surfaces.


Bath towels can be used indefinitely if it is always washed once a week at high temperatures without damage.


3. Pillows and blankets
Pillows and blankets are rarely cleaned or washed can be a nest of dust mites can aggravate eczema, asthma, mainly because the face touching the pillow. Dust mites also make people more prone to rhinitis (nasal congestion) and sinusitis.


In a study by the University of Worcester, 10 blankets typically analyzed and scientists discovered that the quilt contains up to 20,000 dust mites along with bacteria and fungal spores.


Wash your pillow every few months at a temperature of 60 degrees Celsius for at least 20 minutes. If you have asthma or allergies, you should use hypoallergenic pillows, which are usually made of foam. While the blanket should be washed every six months.


4. Brush or comb hair
The hair follicles can withstand 50,000 germs and combs can contribute to this. Comb can also collect the rest of hair products that can become sticky and attract dirt.


Diseases such as impetigo, a contagious skin infection that usually causes blisters or sores on the neck, face or hands can spread from one person to another by sharing combs. Combs should be washed in hot soap and water every week and allowed to dry.


5. Wooden spoon
Wood is more porous than plastic or metal, making it more susceptible to carrying germs and bacteria. Bacteria are very prevalent in the kitchen is usually the E. coli, usually from raw meat or children with poor hygiene habits. This can cause severe food poisoning.


Do not put a wooden spoon in the dishwasher, let alone regularly or routinely, because it may crack and become a 'haven' for bacteria. Instead, soak in disinfectant for about half an hour and then wash with soapy water to boil.


Replace after five years, but earlier if the wood cracks or if any part becomes soft or dark, as this may means the wood has rotted and become a den of bacteria.

Drug efficacy Behind Colorful Peacock Flower

In addition to beautify the yard, Peacock Flower plants are also efficacious as a medicine. Ranging from flowers, leaves to the roots of each can be used to overcome various diseases such as cholera, asthma and even malaria.

Plant Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) flowers are easily recognized from a predominantly red and yellow light, contrasting with bright green leaves. No need special care, this plant is very easy to live in the yard.

The original habitat of this plant was originally in the Central American region, but has spread to almost all tropical countries including Indonesia. Some areas have a different name for this plant, for example Patra Kembala (Sunda), Silver Kegel (Madura) or Flower Beans (Manado).

Peacock Flower plant parts that can be used as a drug include the following, as quoted from Stuartxchange.org, Tuesday (02/22/2011).

Interest
Strands of Peacock Flower petals contain flavonoids are efficacious as anti-inflammatory and antinyeri. Flowers are crushed to form a paste can be smeared on the skin surface to overcome the scars bruises while reducing pain.

Leaf
In the interior of the Amazon Forest, Peacock Flower leaves are crushed to form a paste and then diluted with a little water. Properties that can be obtained by taking this herb include launching menstruation, overcoming thrush and relieve fever in malaria infection.

Root
The content of antibacterial Peacock Flower in the root is used as a drug used to treat bacterial infection of Vibrio cholerae causes cholera. The trick with boiled, then filtered and boiled water to drink. However, caution in pregnant women, 4 grams of roots boiled Peacock Flower can trigger a miscarriage.

Seed
Various complaints about breathing can be overcome by steeping Peacock Flower seeds are first crushed into powder. This herb can treat a cough-cough, shortness of breath due to asthma and chest pain.

Bark
As an alternative to mouthwash, a few grams of dried bark Flower Peacock then boiled in boiling water. Use water to rinse, Antibacterial kandungna can help maintain oral hygiene.

Honey Really Healthier Than Sugar?

Centuries, honey is believed to be the panacea in many traditions around the world. Some are using it as a medicine, some are making a recipe for eternal youth. Is it true that honey is safe and beneficial to anyone?

The benefits of honey are very abundant, but that does not mean there is no risk at all. In some conditions, the honey does not provide more benefits and even sometimes even cause diseases that can be life-threatening.

Advantages and disadvantages when compared with honey sugars are as follows, as quoted from Livestrong, Wednesday (23/02/2011).

1. Medicinal honey
A study published in Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine in 2007 proved the efficacy of honey in treating coughs in children aged 2-18 years. Giving a spoonful of honey every night before bed effectively cope with infections of the airways that causes coughing.

Other properties are the content of antioxidants, which keep the body's cells from damage caused by the effects of aging. Therefore, it is not wrong if some people think honey is the recipe for those who want to stay young.

2. Honey gives more energy
In the same amount, one teaspoon of honey is able to devote more energy which is about 21 calories while sugar is only 15 calories. to produce the same level of sweetness, honey is also only needs to be given in smaller amounts than sugar.

Not only calories and sweetness, honey is also rich in vitamins, especially B-1, B-2, B6 and C. In addition, honey also contains minerals such as calcium, posphor, potassium, zinc and copper with different compositions depending on the type of honey.

3. Honey instead of sugar substitute for diabetes
Just like sugar, honey can also increase blood sugar levels in people with diabetes so that should not be consumed in excess. Excerpted from the Mayo Clinic, there is no scientific evidence has brought more benefits of honey as a sugar substitute for people with diabetes.

4. Honey is not good for babies
Although generally safe for anyone, honey is not recommended for infants younger than 1 year. The risk of giving honey to children that age is a deadly botulism, due to clostridium bacteria that exist in honey easy to breed in the baby's stomach.