What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Avocado Every Day

Image
What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Avocado Every Day Can an avocado a day keep your health at bay? What does the research have to say? Native to the warmer regions of Mexico and Central America, avocados–originally referred to as aguacate or alligator pears–are fruits unlike any other. Avocados are characterized by a large central seed surrounded by a uniquely smooth and creamy green flesh that is encased by a rough outer skin. Botanically, they are actually berries! However, their nutritional profile does not reflect that of a berry. These exceptional fruits contain the highest amount of fat, calories and protein of any fruit. They also boast a fair share of fiber, potassium, magnesium, B vitamins (such as folate), vitamin E and carotenoids, among others. It's no wonder avocado consumption has increased dramatically worldwide. Not only are they packed full of nutrients, but the buttery, slightly nutty flavor is hard to resist. However, their high caloric and fa...
Post a Comment

CAUSES SYMPTOMS AND PREVENTION OF MALARIA

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of malaria may include:

  • Fever
  • Chills
  • General feeling of discomfort
  • Headache
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Muscle or joint pain
  • Fatigue
  • Rapid breathing
  • Rapid heart rate
  • Cough

Some people who have malaria experience cycles of malaria "attacks." An attack usually starts with shivering and chills, followed by a high fever, followed by sweating and a return to normal temperature.

Malaria signs and symptoms typically begin within a few weeks after being bitten by an infected mosquito. However, some types of malaria parasites can lie dormant in your body for up to a year.

Malaria is caused by a single-celled parasite of the genus plasmodium. The parasite is transmitted to humans most commonly through mosquito bites.

Mosquito transmission cycle

  • Uninfected mosquito. A mosquito becomes infected by feeding on a person who has malaria.
  • Transmission of parasite. If this mosquito bites you in the future, it can transmit malaria parasites to you.
  • In the liver. Once the parasites enter your body, they travel to your liver — where some types can lie dormant for as long as a year.
  • Into the bloodstream. When the parasites mature, they leave the liver and infect your red blood cells. This is when people typically develop malaria symptoms.
  • On to the next person. If an uninfected mosquito bites you at this point in the cycle, it will become infected with your malaria parasites and can spread them to the other people it bites.

Other modes of transmission

Because the parasites that cause malaria affect red blood cells, people can also catch malaria from exposure to infected blood, including:

From mother to unborn child

Through blood transfusions

By sharing needles used to inject drugs

                                          Immunity can wane

Residents of a malaria region may be exposed to the disease enough to acquire a partial immunity, which can lessen the severity of malaria symptoms. However, this partial immunity can disappear if you move to a place where you're no longer frequently exposed to the parasite.   

                          Complications

  • Malaria can be fatal, particularly when caused by the plasmodium species common in Africa. The World Health Organization estimates that about 94% of all malaria deaths occur in Africa — most commonly in children under the age of 5.

    Malaria deaths are usually related to one or more serious complications, including:

    • Cerebral malaria. If parasite-filled blood cells block small blood vessels to your brain (cerebral malaria), swelling of your brain or brain damage may occur. Cerebral malaria may cause seizures and coma.
    • Breathing problems. Accumulated fluid in your lungs (pulmonary edema) can make it difficult to breathe.
    • Organ failure. Malaria can damage the kidneys or liver or cause the spleen to rupture. Any of these conditions can be life-threatening.
    • Anemia. Malaria may result in not having enough red blood cells for an adequate supply of oxygen to your body's tissues (anemia).
    • Low blood sugar. Severe forms of malaria can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), as can quinine — a common medication used to combat malaria. Very low blood sugar can result in coma or death.

    Malaria may recur

    Some varieties of the malaria parasite, which typically cause milder forms of the disease, can persist for years and cause relapses.

    Prevention

    If you live in or are traveling to an area where malaria is common, take steps to avoid mosquito bites. Mosquitoes are most active between dusk and dawn. To protect yourself from mosquito bites, you should:

    • Cover your skin. Wear pants and long-sleeved shirts. Tuck in your shirt, and tuck pant legs into socks.
    • Apply insect repellent to skin. Use an insect repellent registered with the Environmental Protection Agency on any exposed skin. These include repellents that contain DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE), para-menthane-3,8-diol (PMD) or 2-undecanone. Do not use a spray directly on your face. Do not use products with OLE or PMD on children under age 3.
    • Apply repellent to clothing. Sprays containing permethrin are safe to apply to clothing.
    • Sleep under a net. Bed nets, particularly those treated with insecticides, such as permethrin, help prevent mosquito bites while you are sleeping.

    Preventive medicine

    If you'll be traveling to a location where malaria is common, talk to your doctor a few months ahead of time about whether you should take drugs before, during and after your trip to help protect you from malaria parasites.

    In general, the drugs taken to prevent malaria are the same drugs used to treat the disease. What drug you take depends on where and how long you are traveling and your own health.

    Vaccine

    The World Health Organization has recommended a malaria vaccine for use in children who live in countries with high numbers of malaria cases

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

PROTECT: Skin Exposures and Effects

Image
Skin Exposures and Effects Abstract Some chemicals can enter the body through the skin and injure individual organs or groups of organs. Absorbing workplace chemicals through the skin can cause diseases and disorders that include occupational skin diseases. Most efforts to address chemical hazards have focused on breathing chemicals in rather than absorbing through skin. Because of this, researchers have developed many ways to assess the effects of chemicals that workers inhale. However, there are fewer methods to assess skin exposures. Occupational skin diseases are one of the most common types of workplace diseases. They can take different forms, such as: Rash (contact dermatitis) caused by skin irritation Rash caused by skin allergies Skin cancers Skin infections Skin injuries Other skin diseases Occupations at Risk Workers in multiple industries and sectors may face risks of absorbing chemicals through their skin. Dermal Absorption Dermal absorption happens when a chemical goes th...
Read more

6 warnings signs your body gives you before a heart attack

6 warnings signs your body gives you before a heart attack  The  following are the 6 warning sign s your body gives you before Heart attack takes place,  watch the video below for better understanding  please pay closely attention. 6 warnings signs your body gives you before a heart attack.. Uncomfortable pressure :  The very first symptoms of heart attack listed by the American heart association is "Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing , fullness or pain in the center of your chest"this discomfort may come in waves lasting more than a few minutes at a time. Pains In the other areas of the body Dizziness Fatigue Nausea or indigestion Shortness of breath  Please kindly share!  Conclusion   On your own what can one do to get rid of these warnings signs..... please use the comment section below 👇👇
Read more

10 cancer symptoms you shouldn't ignore.

Image
10 cancer symptoms you shouldn't ignore. Screenings can detect a cancer before symptoms appear. You too can pick up on early warning signs by paying close attention to changes in your body. If you notice something new or different that lasts several weeks – and several weeks is key – reach out to your health care provider. Not every symptom that could be cancer is cancer. But here are 10 symptoms that may warrant a call to your doctor: 1. Abnormal periods or pelvic pain Most women have the occasional irregular period or cramps. But persistent pain or changes in your cycle can be a sign of cervical, uterine or ovarian cancer. 2. Changes in bathroom habits. Watch the video below for full understanding;
Read more

Why you should Avoid Alcohol

Alcohol Use and Cancer Alcohol use is one of the most important preventable risk factors for cancer, along with tobacco use and excess body weight. Alcohol use accounts for about 6% of all cancers and 4% of all cancer deaths in the United States. Yet many people don’t know about the link between alcohol use and cancer. Cancers linked to alcohol use Alcohol use has been linked with cancers of the: 1.Mouth 2. Throat (pharynx) 3. Voice box (larynx) 4. Esophagus 5. Liver 6. Colon and rectum 7.Breast Alcohol probably also increases the risk of cancer of the stomach, and might affect the risk of some other cancers as well. For each of these cancers, the more alcohol you drink, the higher your cancer risk. But for some types of cancer, most notably breast cancer, consuming even small amounts of alcohol can increase risk. Cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box, and esophagus: Alcohol use clearly raises the risk of these cancers. Drinking and smoking together raises the risk of these can...
Read more

HEART FAILURE: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT & PREVENTION.

Image
HEART FAILURE: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT, PREVENTION.  Heart failure — sometimes known as congestive heart failure — occurs when the heart muscle doesn't pump blood as well as it should. When this happens, blood often backs up and fluid can build up in the lungs, causing shortness of breath. Certain heart conditions, such as narrowed arteries in the heart (coronary artery disease) or high blood pressure, gradually leave the heart too weak or stiff to fill and pump blood properly. Proper treatment can improve the signs and symptoms of heart failure and may help some people live longer. Lifestyle changes — such as losing weight, exercising, reducing salt (sodium) in your diet and managing stress — can improve your quality of life. However, heart failure can be life-threatening. People with heart failure may have severe symptoms, and some may need a heart transplant or a ventricular assist device (VAD). One way to prevent heart failure is to prevent and control conditions...
Read more

7 ways To Relieve Menstrual Cramps

Image
7 ways To Relieve Menstrual Cramps Here are the 7 ways to Relieve your Menstrual Pain;  Beans And Legumes .  Our Digestive system becomes irregular  during  these days. Fiber-Rich beans and Legumes helps regularize the digestive system. Too many beans may also lead to   gas formation... Others are Dark Chocolate,  caffeine, calcium rich foods etc... Watch the Video Below To Learn more; Conclusion: Stay Healthy.  Please share to your friends and family. 
Read more

Everything you need to know about stroke.

Image
STROKE: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, TREATMENT AND DIAGNOSIS  A stroke occurs when a blockage or bleed of the blood vessels either interrupts or reduces the supply of blood to the brain. When this happens, the brain does not receive enough oxygen or nutrients, and brain cells start to die. Stroke is a cerebrovascular disease. This means that it affects the blood vessels that feed the brain oxygen. If the brain does not receive enough oxygen, damage may start to occur. This is a medical emergency. Although many strokes are treatable, some can lead to disability or death. Facts Treatable by a medical professional Diagnosed by medical professional Often requires lab test or imaging Can last several years or be lifelong Common for ages 60 and older May be dangerous or life threatening Urgent medical attention recommended Know More Types of stroke: Ischemic stroke: It refers to the neurological symptoms and signs that occur due to sudden interruption or reduction in the blood supply to a part of ...
Read more

If you want to become Better Read this now.

You can be whoever you want to be, and live the life of your dreams. The only thing that is keeping you back is yourself and your mind. Once you realize this, you can go as high as your dreams go. Here are 11 atomic habits that will help you do so. 1. Try to be rejected more: Every day, reach out to 1 or 2 people who you'd like to work with (even if you know they won't respond.) You might not hear back at first, but eventually, you will get a response from someone. You got nothing to lose, but potentially a lot to gain. 2. Practice diverting your attention. When you have a self-defeating thought, the solution isn't usually to mull on it until you arrive at a conclusion. You should distract yourself with something productive. Focus on something that helps you, not negative thoughts. 3. Curate your sphere of influence. The people you spend the most time with have a significant impact on who you will become. Take a serious look at people around you and who ...
Read more

6 Signs That Your Kidney Is In Danger And Best Foods For Kidney Health.

Image
6 Signs That Your Kidney Is In Danger And Best Foods For Kidney Health. Swelling:  Your can't remove excess fluids, Leading swelling bloating of the face, limbs and joints Shortness of breath, Your body is deficient of oxygen due to Reduce number of red blood cells that carry oxygen through out the body. Others are  Dangers in kidney are Pain, Skin rashes, mental strain, fatigue. It is important you Watch The Video below for  Better  Explanation: Best Foods For Kidney Health Red Bell pepper They are good for kidney health as they are low in potassium . They also add color and taste to the Dish, along Vitamin C, B6. A FOLic acid and fiber.  Conclusion:  Always stay Healthy by eating Good and Healthy foods 
Read more

5 things you need to know about sexual consent

5 things you need to know about sexual consent In a nutshell, sexual consent is when you and your sexual partner both agree to have sex or engage in any kind of sexual activity. Sexual consent is all about ongoing communication; you and your partner should be checking in with each other during any sexual activity to make sure you are comfortable with what you are doing.   1. Sexual consent must be explicit There’s only one way to know for sure if someone has given their consent: if they tell you. Active consent means that you and your partner give each other a clear and explicit ‘yes’ to the sexual activity. It’s no good just to assume that the other person is as into what you are doing as you are. The absence of a ‘no’ isn’t enough. It’s extremely important to check, because any non-consensual sexual activity (even kissing and touching) is harmful and against the law. 2. You can always change your mind You or your sexual partner can decide at any time that you don’t want to k...
Read more