The following warning signs may indicate uterine fibroids:

How to Prevent Asthma Trigger in winter?

1- Protect against dust mites- Keep indoor humidity low (25-50%). Use a dehumidifier and dust free home by Non-carpeted floor.Pillows and bedding should not contain feathers. Regularly change filters on heaters and air conditioners.


2-Stop mold and mildew from growing in home- Use air conditioners when possible. When painting, add mold inhibitor to paint to prevent mold from growing.

3-Control insects inside home- Use roach baits or traps & Insect sprays.

4-Decrease exposure to pollens- Pollen counts are highest early in the morning, especially on warm, dry days. Limit outdoor activities during these times. Keep windows closed during pollen seasons.

5-Protect against asthma triggers from pets- keep the pet outside & takes asthma medicines before the visit.

6-Avoid irritants in the air- Avoid using aerosol sprays, paint, and cleaning agents with heavy odors & make proper ventilation. Wear a mask or handkerchief over mouth when cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, or working in the yard. Do not use perfumes, scented lotions, or other highly scented products that may irritate your lungs. Avoid wood smoke. Limit outdoor activities when the pollution counts are high.

7-Protect your child from secondhand tobacco smoke- If you smoke, quit it not only for yourself but also for your children. Do not allow anyone to smoke in your home, car, or while having extended contact with your child. Choose smoke-free places to go with your family.

Daily Dose of Nuts is Good for Heart

Take a daily dose of nuts: walnuts, almonds, pistachios. They helps to control cholesterol. They include

unsaturated fats, omega 3 fatty acids, and fiber, 1 arginine and plant sterols. Nuts have been shown to reduce LDL, or bad cholesterol. Eating nuts also can reduce the risk of developing blood clots and improve the health of the lining of the arteries. Patients can take, choose unsalted or low salt versions and use nuts as a substitute for saturated fats, such as those found in meats, eggs and dairy products. (Mayo clinic)

Stress and Depression Could Worsen Childhood Asthma

Depressed kids with asthma exhibit a deregulation of the autonomic nervous system along with increased airway compromise. Children with asthma and high depression symptoms show a preponderance of parasympathetic over sympathetic nervous system reactivity in the ANS. This imbalance within the ANS could explain the increased airway resistance in depressed asthmatic children. The depressed children consistently showed greater parasympathetic activation along with decreased sympathetic activation in response to the emotional provocations - a pattern that would have a detrimental effect on the airways. (The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 09 July)

Statins May Stave Off Gallstones

Long term use of cholesterol lowering statins appears to reduce the incidence of gallstones. All statins provide the protective effect and that the effect increases with higher doses. To prescribe a statin should center on its known benefits in cardiovascular disease, with gallstones a side issue. (Nov. 11, 2009, Journal of the American Medical Association)