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Sunday, August 21, 2011
5 tabiat yang membuatkan tubuh cepat lelah
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Stress and its impact on the heart and body
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| Anger, negative thinking and stress are considered destructive factors for the health of heart and body, So Islam orders us to stay away and avoid them … |
The Messenger of Allah peace be upon him wasn’t be angry to any life matters. His satisfaction and anger were for Allah .He, therefore, was the happiest and the most stable and tranquility person, and gave us the best examples of this.
It's rarely for the Messenger of Allah to spend a day without facing events of anger and emotion and stress but we did not know he was angry except when someone exceed the limits of Allah. The Prophet deals with any problem calmly and patiently. This is what makes people entering the religion of Allah in crowds. Therefore, God praise him in the Holy Quran:
"And you on an exalted standard of character"(Al-Qalam:4).
Recent scientific studies have shown that psychological tension, stress and anger are considered destructive factors to human health and heart and it may lead to serious diseases like cancer!
Researchers believe that, despite the fact that exercise and good diet and other factors which have vital importance to heart health, the social factors, happiness, a sense of satisfaction and perfection and work towards a goal in life have an impact in their turn.
The Prophet ordered his companions to repeat important words that express satisfaction, in mornings and evenings. This is:
"I declare to Accept Allah as my Lord, to accept Islam as a religion and to Muhammad as Prophet and Messenger" Who say it ten times in the morning and evening, it will be really on God to reward him in the Day of Resurrection..
The researchers maintain that satisfaction is one of the most important remedies for any mental illness.
Most mental disorders results from dissatisfaction, Anger is at the head of factors that are detrimental to humans, it causes sudden death, stroke and myocardial infarction and blood pressure.
Stress affects the physical and mental health
U.S. research has revealed that stress and psychological pressures faced by individuals on a daily basis can cause some types of cancer. While a similar European study found that stress is harmful to heart health. The study carried out by researchers from the American University "Yale," that psychological stress may stimulate the daily growth of tumors, And that any shock, emotional or physical, Can serve as a "corridor" between cancerous mutations which eventually lead to serious tumors.
The results of the study published in the Nature journal showed That the necessary conditions for this disease can be affected by emotional environment including all the daily tasks that we undertake, whether at work or in the family.
Tian Xu, a specialist Professor in genetics from Yale University Says: "There are a lot of different circumstances can lead to stress. And reduce or avoid the circumstances that cause it, are always a good advice... ".
European study addressed another aspect of the stress, The British research has shown a negative effect on the heart and the disease which may be caused by stress .This study confirms scientifically, the prevailing belief since ancient times being linked to heart attacks.
All participants were subjected to stress tests, and then the levels of the hormone cortisol were measured. It is a primary stress hormone produced by the body when exposed to psychological pressure or physical, and lead in the event of release to narrowing of the arteries. The researchers observed that participants who were injured by the stress tests were the most vulnerable, by weakness, in which lack of sufficient arterial injury for those who kept calm.
We can See in this drawing, the mechanism that operates cortisol; a steroid hormone that regulates blood pressure and cardiovascular function and immune system. It also controls the body's use of protein, carbohydrates and fats; as a result of increased stress, whether physical such as illness or trauma. And increases the production of the cortisol hormone as a natural reaction in the body and is essential if the levels remain high for a long time. The new British study found that stress caused by work is an important factor in the incidence of heart disease, diabetes and exposure to the risks of stroke.
Many verses urging peace of mind
The one who contemplates the Koran noted that many of the verses telling us to be patient and not to be anger and urge for forgiveness. One of these verses says:
"The recompense for an injury is an injury equal thereto: but if a person forgives and makes reconciliation, his reward is due from Allah: for loves not those who do wrong". ( Consultation: 40) .
Allah says also: " And if you do catch them out, catch them out no worse than they catch you out: but if you show patience that is indeed the best for those who are patient. And do you be patient, for your patience is but from Allah; nor grieve over them: and distress not yourself because of their plots. For Allah is with those who restrain themselves, and those who do good" ( Bees: 126-128).
He says about the righteous who promised them Paradise as wide as the heavens and the earth:
"Those who spend, whether in prosperity, or in adversity; who restrain anger, and pardon men; for Allah loves those who do good".( Al- IMRAN: 134)
The best way to treat the psychological pressure is Amnesty. Because Allah says:
"The remission is the nearest to righteousness. And do not forget liberality between yourselves. For Allah sees well all that you do."(Al- Baqara: 237)
Many daily pressures of human are caused by a sense of injustice and the inability to take from others. But once human practice "amnesty", the problem will evaporate like the heat when the water evaporates!
To remember the day of the conquest of Mecca when Allah grant victory over his enemies, who mocked, insulted, took and cursed him, But he pardoned them and said: “Go away you are free!”
This situation is a lesson for the believer who like the Messenger of Allah peace be upon him.
It is mercy of Allah towards His slaves that made the reward of tolerance and forgiveness in the Hereafter a very large one, and make its reward a great thing in this world which is enjoy better health and greater Psychological stability.
Look attentively at this wonderful text of the Quran:
"Nor can Goodness and Evil be equal. Repel with what is better: Then will he between whom and you was hatred become as it were your friend and intimate. And no one will be franted such goodness except those who exercise patience and self-restraintـــــ none but persons of the greatest good fortune."( Fosilate:34-35).
Whatever your problem with others is, it can be resolved as soon as the transaction in the best manner and with a little patience and with a good word. As Allah said:
“See you not how Allah sets forth a parable? A goodly Word like a goodly tree, whose root is firmly fixed, and its branches to the heavens. It brings forth its fruit at all times , by the leave of its Lord. So Allah sets forth parable for men, in order that they may receive admonition"( Ibrahim:24-25).
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By: Abduldaem Al-Kaheel
References: CNN
Monday, January 31, 2011
The Top 5 Healthiest Fat-Burning Foods
If you want to lose body fat faster, try incorporating these 5 healthy super-foods into your diet & regular meal plans.
by Mike Geary, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Specialist
Author - The Truth about Six Pack Abs
1. Grass-fed beef or bison (NOT your typical grocery store beef!) - I know most people think that red meat is unhealthy for you, but that's because they don't understand how the health of the animal affects how healthy the meat is for consumption. Keep this in mind -- "an unhealthy animal provides unhealthy meat, but a healthy animal provides healthy meat".
Typical beef or bison that you see at the grocery store is raised on grains such as corn and soybeans. Soy and corn are NOT the natural diet of cattle or bison, and therefore changes the chemical balance of fats and other nutrients in the beef or bison. Grain-fed beef and bison is typically WAY too high in omega-6 fatty acids and WAY too low in omega-3 fatty acids.
On the other hand, grass-fed beef from cattle and buffalo (or bison) that were raised on the type of natural foods that they were meant to eat in nature (grass and other forage), have much higher levels of healthy omega-3 fatty acids and lower levels of inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids (that most people already eat way too much of) compared to grain fed beef or bison.
Grass fed meats also typically contain up to 3 times the Vitamin E as in grain fed meats.
Not only that, but grass-fed meat from healthy cattle or bison also contain a special healthy fat called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in MUCH higher levels than grain-fed meat. CLA has been proven in scientific studies in recent years to help in burning fat and building lean muscle (which can help you lose weight!). These benefits are on top of the fact that grass-fed meats are some of the highest quality proteins that you can possibly eat... and this also aids in burning fat and building lean muscle.
Grass-fed meats are a little harder to find, but just ask your butcher or find a specialty grocery store and they usually have cuts available. I've also found a good site to order grass-fed meats online - http://healthygrassfed.2ya.com
2. Avocodos - Even though these are typically thought of as a "fatty food", it's all healthy fats! Not only is this fruit super-high in mono-unsaturated fat, but also chock full of vitamins, minerals, micro-nutrients, and antioxidants.
Also, I think guacamole (mashed avocados with garlic, onion, tomato, pepper, etc) is one of the most delicious toppings ever created, and you can be happy to know that it's also one of the healthiest toppings you can use on your foods. Try sliced avocados or guacamole on sandwiches, burgers, scrambled eggs or omelets, in salads, or as a side to just about any meal.
The quality dose of healthy fats and other nutrition you get from avocados helps your body to maintain proper levels of hormones that help with fat loss and muscle building. Also, since avocados are an extremely satiating food, eating them helps to reduce your appetite in the hours after your meal. Say goodbye to junk food cravings and bring on that lean body!
3. Whole Eggs, including the yolk (not just egg whites) - Most people know that eggs are one of the highest quality sources of protein. However, most people don't know that the egg yolks are the healthiest part of the egg... that's where almost all of the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants (such as lutein) are found in eggs.
Egg Yolks contain more than 90% of the calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, thiamin, B6, folate, and B12, and panthothenic acid of the egg. In addition, the yolks contain ALL of the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K in the egg, as well as ALL of the essential fatty acids. Also, the protein of whole eggs is more bio-available than egg whites alone due to a more balanced amino acid profile that the yolks help to build.
Just make sure to choose free-range organic eggs instead of normal grocery store eggs. Similar to the grass-fed beef scenerio, the nutrient content of the eggs and the balance between healthy omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids (in excess) is controlled by the diet of the chickens.
Chickens that are allowed to roam free outside and eat a more natural diet will give you healthier, more nutrient-rich eggs with a healthier fat balance compared with your typical grocery store eggs (that came from chickens fed nothing but soy and corn and crowded inside "egg factories" all day long).
4. Nuts: Walnuts, Almonds, Pecans, Macadamia, etc -- Yes, this is yet another "fatty food" that can actually help you burn fat! Although nuts are generally between 75-90% fat in terms of a ratio of fat calories to total calories, this is another type of food that is all healthy fats, along with high levels of nutrition such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Nuts are also a good source of fiber and protein, which of course, you know helps to control blood sugar and can aid in weight loss.
Nuts also help to maintain good levels of fat burning hormones in your body as well as helping to control appetite and cravings so that you essentially eat less calories overall, even though you're consuming a high-fat food. My favorite healthy nuts are pecans, almonds, pistachios, and walnuts, and by eating them in variety, you help to broaden the types of vitamins and minerals and also the balance of polyunsaturated to monounsaturated fats you obtain.
Try to find raw nuts instead of roasted nuts if you can, as it helps to maintain the quality and nutritional content of the healthy fats that you will eat.
Also, try to broaden your horizons beyond the typical peanut butter that most people eat, and try almond butter, pecan butter, or macadamia butter to add variety to your diet.
5. Berries - including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and even the "exotic" Goji berry: Berries are a powerhouse of nutrition... packed with vitamins and minerals, and also some of the best sources of antioxidants of any food in existance. Berries also pack a healthy dose of fiber, which slows your carbohydrate absorption and digestion and controls your blood sugar levels to help prevent insulin spikes (which can stimulate fat gain).
Get creative and mix up your berry intake by using the basics -- blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries... but also get adventurous and give a more "exotic" berry a try, such as Goji berries (which are one of the most nutrient-dense and highest protein berries on the planet).
I like to add berries to my yogurt and cottage cheese mixtures, as well as oatmeal or oat bran, salads, or just taking a bag of mixed berries and mixed nuts with me for the day as a mid-day healthy snack!
I hope you enjoyed this look at some of the healthiest fat-burning foods you can possibly eat. I could list a ton more, but wanted to give you my favorites for now
- http://www.truthaboutabs.com/fat-burning-foods.html
Monday, November 8, 2010
Kari rosakkan warna tampalan ...

shanika.latib@kosmo.com.my
ANTARA perkara lazim yang dilakukan oleh pakar gigi untuk mengelakkan gigi daripada terus diserang karies ialah membuat tampalan pada gigi tersebut.
Tampalan dapat melindungi bahkan menyelamatkan gigi daripada dibuang. Selalunya jangka hayat tampalan ditentukan oleh jenis tampalan dan bahan yang digunakan.
Menurut pensyarah Jabatan Periodontologi, Fakulti Pergigian, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Dr. Masfueh Razali, bahan tampalan ada yang sama warna dengan gigi dan sebaliknya.
“Tampalan yang mempunyai warna seakan gigi adalah menggunakan komposit yang kandungan utamanya ialah methyl methacrylate dan silika,” katanya.
Bagaimanapun, jelas Masfueh, komposit tersebut hanya sesuai digunakan bagi tampalan gigi hadapan.
“Amat jarang ia digunakan bagi tampalan gigi belakang kerana ia tidak begitu kuat untuk menampung daya kunyahan dan otot muka,” ujarnya.
Bahan komposit lazim digunakan oleh pakar gigi kerana hasilnya pesakit tidak dapat membezakan antara tampalan dengan gigi yang asli.
Selain itu, komposit tersebut melekap pada gigi secara mekanikal dan sesetengahnya secara kimia.
Namun, komposit tersebut tidak sesuai untuk lubang gigi yang besar kerana ia akan mengecut ketika proses pengerasan.
Ini mendedahkan gigi tersebut kepada bakteria di dalam mulut sekali gus menambah risiko berlakunya karies gigi atau gigi menjadi lebih sensitif.
Bukan itu sahaja, tampalan ini turut berubah warna selepas beberapa waktu dan pelunturan warna tersebut boleh dilihat dengan jelas di pinggiran tampalan.
“Tetapi dengan penjagaan gigi yang sempurna di samping menjauhi kafein, teh dan kari, ia mampu bertahan selama lima tahun,” beritahunya sambil menjelaskan, purata gantian semula tampalan tersebut adalah dua tahun jika terdapat masalah.
Masakan kari yang popular di serata dunia sememangnya sudah lama diketahui memberi kesan kepada warna gigi.
Komposit
Selain bahan komposit tersebut, pesakit juga boleh memilih simen ionomer kaca sebagai bahan tampalan.
Dikenali juga sebagai GIC, bahan tersebut amat berguna jika gigi berlubang itu terletak di bahagian akar atau leher gigi.
GIC akan mengeluarkan fluorida secara terus-menerus dalam jumlah yang sedikit bagi melindungi bahagian yang terjejas.
“Meskipun begitu, penghasilan fluorida tersebut tidak akan mengganggu sistem tubuh. Ia juga melekat pada permukaan gigi secara kimia dan tidak mudah tertanggal,” kata Masfueh.
Tampalan tidak sewarna gigi yang paling biasa digunakan ialah amalgam, iaitu aloi dengan campuran utamanya ialah argentum, stanium, dan merkuri serta beberapa bahan lain.
Bahan ini amat kuat dan lazim digunakan bagi tampalan di bahagian gigi belakang kerana kadar risiko pecah yang sangat rendah.
Bagi penggunaan amalgam, risiko kebocoran merkuri daripada tampalan tersebut boleh berlaku pada bila-bila masa.
Namun, beberapa kajian yang dijalankan mendapati merkuri di dalam amalgam tidak bocor sepanjang tampalan berada di dalam mulut.
“Jika ada, bilangannya amat kecil dan tidak menyebabkan penyakit lain seperti yang sering digembar-gemburkan.
“Malah, di Sweden dan Jepun, amalgam dilarang memandangkan rakyat negara itu sudah pun terdedah kepada merkuri iaitu daripada hasil laut yang mereka makan,” tegas Masfueh.
Justeru, katanya, semua tampalan yang biasa digunakan oleh pakar gigi di negara ini adalah selamat dan jika berlaku masalah, ia lebih kepada pesakit yang alah terhadap logam.
Dalam pada itu, untuk kawalan dan memanjangkan hayat sesuatu tampalan, pesakit harus menjaga kebersihan mulut seperti memberus gigi sekurang-kurangnya dua kali sehari.
“Berjumpa dengan doktor gigi untuk pemeriksaan berkala akan memudahkan pakar mengenal pasti gigi yang berlubang dan mengelakkannya daripada menjadi semakin besar.
“Pengambilan gula harus dikawal kerana ia merupakan faktor utama berlakunya karies gigi,” ungkap Masfueh.
Dangers Of Showering!
Narrated Abu Malik Al-Harith ibn Aasim Al-Ash`ari: Allah's Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Cleanliness is half of Faith."
Allah, the Almighty, says,
[Surely, Allah loves those who turn much to Him, and He loves those who purify themselves.] (Al-Baqarah 2:222)
Considering how Islam, like other world religions, advocates cleanliness as emphasized numerous times in the Qur'an and Hadith, one would not typically associate danger with such a virtuous habit.
However, modern methods of bathing have become such a health risk that they are starting to rival the health risks associated with the ancient public baths.
While trying to improve the convenience of our traditional bathing options, modern technology has created new hazards that many are not aware of. These hazards include bacteria in showerheads, molds in the bathrooms, and chlorine in the water used.
What Is Going On in There?
A recent research conducted at the University of Colorado tested 45 showerheads from nine cities and found that 30 percent of them contained bacteria linked with pulmonary diseases.
Norman Pace, the lead researcher on the project, found that these bacteria clump together on the insides of the showerheads and are then released each time the shower is turned on. Once these mycobacteria are released with the water, they can easily suspend in the air where they can be inhaled.
People who have allergies or whose immune systems are compromised (by diseases, drugs, or a polluted environment) are at the highest risk of being affected by these bacteria.
One interesting notation is that these mycobacteria are resistant to chlorine, one of the substances added to the public water system to kill harmful organisms before they reach homes.
Along with chlorine, there are a number of chemicals in the tap water that can cause visible damage to hair and skin, as well as invisible damage to the entire body system, including putting people at a higher risk of cancer. These chemicals include chlorine, chloroform, DCA (dichloroacetic acid), and MX (a chlorinated acid).
Chlorine hardens arteries, destroys proteins, irritates skin, and aggravates sinus infections and all respiratory problems. Chloroform, DCA, and MX are all by-products of chlorine and can cause excessive cell mutation, which could lead to cancer.
Research indicates that there is an increased risk of bladder and rectal cancer in people who drink chlorinated water. However, tests show that by taking a 10-minute shower a person is absorbing as much chlorine as he or she would by drinking eight glasses of water.
This is because a warm shower opens up the pores, causing each person who showers to absorb the chlorine through the skin, while inhaling it from the shower steam as well.
The only solution to this problem is to install a showerhead that filters water from chlorine, as chlorine is a required ingredient in all public water supply systems.
In fact, Dr. Lance Wallace from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states, "Showering is suspected as the primary cause of elevated levels of chloroform in nearly every home, because of chlorine in the water."
Releasing the Molds
Since chlorine was introduced into the water system as a standard in 1904 in the UK, cases of childhood asthma have increased by 300 percent, and cancers have been on the rise.
According to the US Council of Environmental Quality (CEQ), cancer risk among people drinking chlorinated water is 93 percent higher than among those whose water does not contain chlorine.
Another study carried out in Hartford, Connecticut, found that "women with breast cancer have 50 percent to 60 percent higher levels of organochlorines (chlorination by-products) in their breast tissue than women without breast cancer."
However, once you remove the chlorine from your water, the risk of mold growth in your bathroom will increase. Molds in the bathroom are the third-largest health hazard associated with cleanliness.
To clean molds from your bathroom, you first need to make sure that your bathroom is properly ventilated and that all leaks are taken care of. Each time the bathroom is used, it should be aired out with a vent or an open window and kept as dry as possible. One should also be diligent about checking windowsills, rugs, and shower curtains that are famous for harboring mold colonies.
Once the problem of moisture is taken care of, mold that has already grown can be eradicated using tea tree oil, grapefruit seed extract (GSE), or simple vinegar.
Start by washing and scrubbing the area with baking soda or other cleanser. Be sure to use an abrasive sponge and wear a mask. Once your initial cleaning is finished, you should cover the entire area with a mold inhibitor. You can use straight vinegar in a spray bottle, or you can combine two teaspoons of tea tree oil or twenty drops of GSE with two cups of water and spray on all previously washed and scrubbed surfaces. Do not rinse. This will kill any remaining mold and will prevent additional mold from forming.
Exposure to mold can affect the health of many people. The most common effects are allergic responses, such as hay fever or asthma, and irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, or lungs.
Other symptoms of mold exposure can include depression, nasal congestion, respiratory problems, headaches, and rashes. What can be deceptive and even more dangerous is that these reactions may not be immediately noticed and traced back to molds. One of the most common symptoms of mold exposure is pneumonitis, a disease that resembles bacterial pneumonia.
Reactions to molds can build up in a person, causing the immune system to deteriorate or allergies to become more severe over time.
References
Bryner, Jeanna. "Showerheads May Be Spraying Out Bacteria." MSNBC. 16 Sept. 2009. Accessed 21 Jan. 2010.
Group, Dr Edward F III "Chlorine, Cancer, and Heart Disease." Global Healing Center. Accessed 21 Jan. 2010. 2009.
Howard, Stan. "Chlorine in Your Shower Water." Annie's Appleseed Project.
By Karima Burns
Sumber: http://www.onislam.net/english/health-and-science/health/417047.html
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
DURIAN BELANDA ADALAH PENAWAR SEBENAR KANSER

