FOODS TO BOOST YOUR LIBIDO AND FERTILITY

Men

oYsters + PumPkin seeDs both are very high in zinc, which may increase testosterone, sperm motility and sperm count.

oranges, broccoli + strawberries all three contain vitamin c, which may help in sperm development.

Dark, leafY Vegetables like sPinach, collarD greens + kale the folate in these vegetables can help produce strong, healthy sperm

Dark chocolate Dark chocolate contains arginine, an amino acid that can improve sperm count and quality.

salmon + sarDines the omega-3 fatty acids in these foods may help improve quality and quantity of sperm.

Pomegranate juice the antioxidants in pomegranate juice may improve sperm quality and testosterone levels.

brazil nuts the selenium in these nuts can help increase sperm count, sperm shape and sperm motility.

water staying hydrated helps create good seminal fluid.

Women

seaweeD seaweed is packed with nutrients that help enrich the liver, kidneys, bladder, and adrenals which are organs vital to fertility health.

salmon salmon is full of omega-3 fatty acids which are proven to regulate blood flow to the reproductive organs.

figs figs have been believed to increase fertility since the time of ancient greeks, and now we have scientific evidence. figs contain a lot of iron, which are important for healthy eggs and ovulation.

foods to boost your libido And fertility foods to boost your libido And fertility

oYsters oysters have been known to increase libido, but oysters can also be a great source for fertility because they are packed with zinc, which increases the production of good-quality eggs.

berries any kind of berries are good at protecting eggs from damage and aging because they are full of antioxidants. strawberries have been linked to naturally increasing a woman’s libido.

beans beans are a lean protein and are full of iron, which helps to increase fertility and libido. low iron levels can result in anovulation, which is when ovulation does not produce a healthy egg.

Yams research shows yams have an ovulation stimulating substance that can help boost fertility. leafY greens Dark leafy greens such as spinach, romaine, arugula, and broccoli are high in folate, a b vitamin that has been shown to improve ovulation.

An old saying says “injuries are our best teachers”. These unfortunate injuries can have a less painful course if we know what to do immediately. initial management of any injury start right at the time of injury and each step can increase or decrease the agony of the injured. Hence once should know the right steps to be taken care of following injury/fracture. The first step is to look for any active bleeding and controlling it. Compression with clean cloth and coverage of the wound. Cold application helps to decrease bleeding. Look for the sensorium of the injured by asking him simple questions as his name, address etc, to rule out any associated head injury or shock. The basic principle that is followed after fracture is rice. r- Rest i- icing c- Compression e- Elevation rest: first step should be rest to the injured or sprained or bruised area. in case the affected part get deformed or distorted than it is suggestive of a fracture or dislocation. in such cases that particular part need to be splinted with a hard straight object (measuring ruler, wooden piece etc). icing: ice /cold compression causes decrease of swelling, pain and bleeding due to constriction of blood vessels. icing should not be allowed directly on the skin and can be applied for 10-20 mins four to five times a day. compression: Compression along with splinting helps to allay pain and control swelling and bleeding . compression should be tight enough not to hamper the circulation of the part blow the injury. elevaton: Elevation of the affected limb helps to decrease the swelling, prevents the blood pressure from falling, and controls shock. Along with these measures ensure an ambulance has been called. Dont’s in anY injurY: • Don’t attempt to force a fracture or dislocation back into place • in case it is difficult to asses the severity of injury, treat the patient as he is having a fracture till hospitalisation • Never use hot compress at the site of injury • Never try to make the injured stand or use his affected part immediately

basic protocol for a

Fracture /Dislocation

Dr Pranay Bhushan Pandey

Antioxidant supplements fail to improve sperm quality in infertile men Trial results offer no support for antioxidant supplementation in male factor infertility Despite many study results suggesting that antioxidants have a positive effect on abnormal sperm parameters associated with male infertility, a large US clinical trial of 174 couples has found that an antioxidant formulation taken daily by the male partner for a minimum of three months made no difference to sperm concentration, motility or morphology, nor to the rate of DNA fragmentation. Results of the study, which was performed in eight American fertility centres with the support of the National Institutes of Health, were presented at the 34th Annual Meeting of ESHRE, by Professor Anne Steiner from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA. As background to the trial, the authors explain that many of the previous studies in which antioxidants have been linked to improvements in sperm quality have been limited by small numbers, heterogeneity in patients, variety of antioxidant, and non-clinical endpoints. This study, therefore, was designed to close these gaps in knowledge and provide a stronger evidence base.

How do muscles know what time it is?

How do muscle cells prepare for the particular metabolic challenges of the day? Scientists at Helmholtz Zentrum München and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU), members of the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD), have investigated this question and published their results in 'PLOS Biology'. The study has uncovered a metabolic network which is, contrary to expectations, not controlled by the brain but rather by the 'circadian clock' of muscle cells. Circadian clocks are present in all cells of the body, and have a pervasive influence on all aspects of human physiology. This is because they regulate homeostasis by anticipating rhythmic changes in behavior and nutritional state, and by compartmentalizing incompatible metabolic pathways within precise temporal windows. "This applies, for example, to the use of nutrients such as fats and carbohydrates," explains Professor Henriette Uhlenhaut. "If the body's internal clock gets out of synch, however, it can have serious consequences for the body's metabolism. For example, it is known that shift workers are particularly susceptible to metabolic diseases such as diabetes." "Taken together, our work has revealed an entire metabolic network at multiple levels," Uhlenhaut explains. "Another biologically exciting finding is that, contrary to expectations, the key regulator is not centrally located in the brain, but is in fact the internal clock of the muscle cells themselves." In the long term, the authors will investigate the mechanisms also in humans and try to find a way for therapeutic interventions. Their hope is that it might be possible to counteract insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes or to stimulate energy use to combat obesity.

4 Signs You're in an Unhealthy Relationship

Time spent together leaves you feeling badly about yourself. There are characteristics about yourself that you value – perhaps it’s your generosity, your optimistic nature, or your cooking abilities. When your partner devalues these traits and leaves you feeling disrespected, you will feel worse about yourself for being in the relationship. You or your partner is not capable of an interdependent relationship. The strongest relationships are ones that support both independence and dependence. Each partner feels supported as an independent individual and is encouraged to depend on the other for comfort and encouragement. When either of these aspects of a relationship is missing, the relationship is weakened and will likely deteriorate over time. Your partner is not ready for a committed relationship, but you are. Partners are often out of sync with each other at different points in time. However, if you remain in a relationship for an extended time, hoping that your partner will change their mind, then you may find that it takes a huge emotional toll on you. At some point, you may need to decide whether it is unhealthy for you to continue in the relationship – despite how much you care. You and your partner do not communicate well. Good communication is key in helping partners to become emotionally close. Also, when tensions arise, it is essential that you can both talk through differences constructively. These conversations don’t need to go perfectly smoothly, but you do need to be able to work together to keep them on track. Otherwise, the strains and stresses of your relationship will create an unhealthy situation.

haPPY hour A night out or beers with the bros could give you more than a hangover. Even though it's a liquid, alcohol can actually dry out your mouth, which encourages the bacteria that cause halitosis, the medical term for bad breath. Drinks with caffeine, spicy foods, and cigarettes can, too. A dry mouth from not making as much saliva while you sleep also explains "morning breath."

an ulcer OK, the ulcer itself may not be the problem. But a type of bacteria that causes ulcers, Helicobacter pylori, can also trigger bad breath, according to a study in the Journal of Medical Microbiology.

Your tongue Bacteria on the tongue is the leading cause of bad breath. Clean yours with your toothbrush or a tongue scraper. Scrapers will do a slightly better job.

a low-carb Diet When you cut out carbs and boost the amount of protein you eat, your body starts burning fat for energy. That process makes compounds called ketones, which cause bad breath.

aciD reflux or heartburn These are two symptoms of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), a common digestive disorder. Your bad breath may be from some undigested food coming back up.

Bad Breath Bad breath isn't just about what you eat. These medical and other issues could be giving you bad breath and halitosis.

crackeD teeth anD fillings These can trap food particles and breed bacteria, resulting in cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.

the common colD As if they weren't annoying enough, respiratory tract infections like colds and bronchitis can also give you bad breath. That's because odorcausing bacteria like to feed on mucus.

tonsil stones These small white-ish clusters - made up of hardened bacteria, food particles, dead cells, and mucus - get trapped in the ridges of your tonsils and the back of your tongue. They're generally harmless except for the smell.