by admin on December 15, 2010
It’s common knowledge that if you’ve got heart problems, there are several things that you need to avoid. Most people know that heavy exercise and fatty foods are serious no-nos, but there is another surprising risk to those who have heart problems — heat.
Researchers have found that those with heart problems have severe problems keeping their bodies cool when the temperature climbs. In fact, one study found that after a heart failure, your body is 50 percent less effective at cooling itself than that of a healthy person.
It all comes down to dilation. Those with heart problems experience lesser blood flow to the skin’s surface, which in turn keeps the blood vessels from dilating as much, leaving the body prone to overheating. This is why so many people with heart problems experience serious health concerns in heat.
So if you are prone to heart problems, or have had a heart attack, then you need to take a few extra precautions when the mercury climbs. As always, be sure to keep well hydrated and don’t overdo it when it comes to exercise. But you also need to take a portable fan or cooling system with you when you do have to go out, even if the temperature is not too high. It only takes minutes for your body to become fatally overheated, so don’t risk it.
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by admin on December 15, 2010
All in all, the body is fairly sophisticated when it comes to maintaining a proper temperature. Just like an automatic thermostat, the body’s heating and cooling mechanisms kick in whenever the temperature varies by more than a few degrees. However, in more extreme situations, the body sometimes simply cannot cope. This is not only extremely uncomfortable, it can also be dangerous to your health.
There are several things that can happen when your body’s temperature hits the roof. By and large, the body’s best cooling mechanism is sweat. As temperatures rise, the body excretes more sweat, which is great in moderation. However, when the body sweats too much, you run the risk of dehydration and also salt deficiency. This can cause severe cramps, excessive thirst, dizziness, and nausea. If untreated, the body’s condition will continue to deteriorate, and you can quickly lapse into a coma and die. Though this sounds extreme, it can happen in as little as a few hours.
However, there are many things that you can do to help your body’s “thermostat” operate properly. First, be aware of your limits, and if you get uncomfortable, then stop what you’re doing and cool down. Next, stay hydrated, and keep a water bottle with you at all times. Finally, on very hot days, carry a portable fan with you as a backup, just in case you do start to get overheated.
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by admin on December 9, 2010
Even the most die-hard work out fan will admit that in the summer, there are just some times when it’s just too hot to exercise efficiently. On hot, muggy, humid days, the last thing you want to do is strap on your running shoes or break out the bike. Heat is not only uncomfortable when you’re exercising; it can be dangerous. Heat stroke or heat exhaustion can happen in a matter of minutes, and if you don’t get your body cooled down quickly, it can quickly become a matter of life or death. However, new technology is making it increasingly possible to exercise both comfortably and safely even during the hottest summer months.
On days when a water bottle just won’t cut it, what you need is a small fan. With the right fan, it’s almost like you’ve got your own air conditioning system with you while you exercise. This means that you can not only keep your body temperature cool while you work out; you can also be sure that you have a good backup plan to cool your body down if you do start to overheat. So consider investing in a small portable battery fan today. Your health is why you exercise to begin with — so don’t risk it by exercising in the heat without the right equipment.
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by admin on December 9, 2010
Everyone is looking for ways to cut costs today, whether that means carpooling, forgoing that latte every other morning, or eating at home more often. Some people are even turning off their air conditioners or at least keeping the thermostat a few degrees hotter. However, this can be dangerous to do, especially if you live in a hotter area. That’s why many people are turning to something called zone cooling.
With zone cooling, instead of cooling your whole house, you cool only one area at a time, or even just your own body. You create cool zones inside your house with small, portable coolers and fans. However, there’s a right and a wrong way to do this. If you’re trying to slip by with an old rotary desk fan, you’ll be back to turning your A/C on within a week, or worse, still using a lot of electricity without staying cool.
The better way to do zone cooling is to use a mini fan that is designed to send a strong stream of pre-cooled air in a concentrated area. Remember, you’re not trying to cool a house — just yourself. So you don’t need a large clunky desk fan; instead, you need a portable fan, preferably one that operates both on batteries and electricity for maximum convenience. Once you realize exactly how powerful these small mini fans can be at cooling your body or a small room your attitude towards cooling your house will never be the same — and neither will your electricity bill.
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by admin on December 9, 2010
A lot of older people are extremely cautious with their health. They avoid those with contagious illnesses scrupulously, get their flu shots like clockwork, and take a small arsenal of vitamins. But one thing that many seniors forget about is the dangers of overheating. Of all age groups, seniors are one of the highest risk groups for overheating, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke because their body simply can’t deal with heat the same way as a younger body can. Older people tend to have less efficient sweat glands, decreased blood circulation, and oftentimes, the presence of certain medications that can exacerbate heat exhaustion. And that’s not even considering the heat strokes that many menopausal and post-menopausal women undergo.
That’s why many doctors are recommending older people to do a few things to keep from getting overheated. First, and most importantly, they need to be aware of the symptoms of overheating and know what behaviors can cause heat stroke. Secondly, they need to always stay hydrated, so carrying a water bottle around is always a good idea. And finally, they need to have a backup plan for cooling down quickly if they do start to get overheated. There are several options for doing this, but the best and most economical one is to carry a portable battery fan with them at all times. There is simply no better way to quickly and efficiently cool the body down; and in the case of overheating, every second counts. So if you are an older person, or care for a senior, then always remember the danger of heat stroke — and get a refillable water bottle and mini fan today.
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by admin on December 9, 2010
Undergoing chemotherapy can be one of the hardest things you ever do. That’s why it’s so important to take your victories where you can — and keeping yourself comfortable while managing the side effects of chemotherapy can be an easy win, as long as you have the right equipment.
As if the chemo itself isn’t bad enough, many people experience a number of uncomfortable side effects. For women, one of the more common side effects is hot flashes. Women undergoing treatment for endometrial cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or uterine cancer can certainly expect to experience this hard to manage side effect.
Luckily, there are a number of easy and natural ways to manage this particular side effect of chemotherapy without resorting to medical treatment — which is the last thing you want more of when you’re doing a course of chemo! Planning is going to be your best strategy here. By recognizing what triggers set off your hot flashes, you can plan to avoid them as much as possible. This usually involves avoiding certain foods, making sure that your bedding is properly cool before you go to sleep at night, and staying out of the heat as much as possible. When this isn’t possible, then you need to rely on your equipment — a reusable water bottle and a powerful portable fan. You should always carry these two things with you for a quick way to cool down.
Hot flashes are uncomfortable and sometimes even dangerous in a healthy body, not to mention one that is undergoing chemotherapy. So make sure that you make a good hot flash management plan with your doctor, and keep your equipment with you at all times. Chemotherapy is inherently a miserable undertaking — but you can go a long way in making yourself more comfortable with a little planning and the right equipment.
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by admin on December 9, 2010
Heat stroke can come up on you suddenly. One minute you might feel fine and the next you feel dizzy, nauseous, and clammy. What many people don’t realize is that heat stroke is not only dangerous; it can be deadly. If untreated, heat stroke can quickly cause seizures, a coma, and even death. However, heat stroke is something that is easy to avoid with a little common sense and the right equipment.
The first and most obvious thing to remember is to stay out of the heat as much as possible and to stay hydrated. In the summer, do your errands in the morning and the evening and stay in cool areas as much as you can. But there are sometimes that you just have to go out, and that’s when you need to bring a few things with you. First, always carry a water bottle in your purse or bag to make sure you stay hydrated. And secondly, you need to carry a small battery fan with you. A mini fan can not only keep you from getting overheated to begin with; it can also help cool you down quickly if you do start to get overheated, which is extremely important in preventing heat stroke.
Though heat stroke is dangerous and can be deadly, there are simple, effective steps you can take to combat it. So remember to take commonsense precautions, and always carry your equipment with you.
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by admin on December 9, 2010
There are a lot of things to watch out for when you’re pregnant. Doctors (and other moms) will tell you to avoid smokers and caffeine, get your daily folic acid and always keep up with your Kegel exercises. But what many women don’t remember is the importance of keeping your body temperature steady during pregnancy. Whether you are pregnant in the summer, exercise while pregnant, or simply live in a warmer climate, becoming overheated is a real threat during pregnancy — one that can be fatal to your baby.
Studies show that even a few degrees raise in temperature greatly increases the chances of your child being born with birth defects and also raises the chances of a miscarriage. However, this is a risk that is easily neutralized. A lot of it comes down to common sense: avoid going out during the middle of the day, keep hydrated, and stay in air conditioning as much as possible. But you can’t always stay in the air conditioning, which is why it is an excellent idea to carry a powerful portable fan with you. There are a lot of things that are out of your control during pregnancy, but your body temperature isn’t one of them. So take the steps to protect your baby from overheating. Stay out of the sun as much as you can, drink lot of water, and when you have to go out in the heat be sure to carry your mini fan with you.
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by admin on November 9, 2010
If you’re a woman, once you get to a certain age, you know a few things are going to start happening. Certain parts start to sag, your bones tend to get brittle, and you suddenly start sweating every time you turn around — the joys of menopause! Luckily there are treatments for menopause, one of the most popular of which is hormone replacement therapy. While HRT can be an excellent treatment for women who experience moderate to severe hot flashes, there are some risks associated with HRT for most women. For example, undergoing HRT often causes mood instability, bloating, and may raise your risk of developing certain cancers.
That’s why it’s a good idea to consider some more natural alternatives before beginning a course of HRT. Getting to know your particular triggers for hot flashes can help you avoid some altogether, and you can do wonders in cooling yourself down if you get the right small fan or mini air conditioning system. Also, carrying water with you can really be helpful in cooling yourself down quickly — not to mention that it’s great for your health!
So although HRT can be an excellent option for some women undergoing menopause, particularly if they have stubborn symptoms, the common incidence of side effects makes it a good idea to look into some other options first. By developing a hot flashes management plan an investing in the right equipment — a refillable water bottle, loose clothing to wear in warmer weather, and a high-quality portable mini fan — you can go a long way in minimizing your symptoms without having to undergo medical treatment.
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by admin on November 9, 2010
Hot flashes — every woman dreads them, but they are almost impossible to avoid, predict, or control. Unfortunately, many women go into menopause not knowing all the facts about hot flashes which can prevent them from taking the appropriate steps to manage their hot flashes.
For instance, did you know that the temperature of your skin can raise up to ten degrees Fahrenheit during a hot flash? No wonder they’re so uncomfortable! Although doctors don’t know exactly what causes hot flashes, they do know that there are certain triggers. Alcohol, spicy foods, stress, and most of all, heat, are all known to trigger hot flashes. Finally, although a few lucky women only experience hot flashes a few times, some women can have them for life.
With those kinds of triggers, and the expectancy that you could very well be dealing with hot flashes for the rest of your life, it’s important to have a good management plan in place. Some of the triggers you can avoid pretty easily. For instance, if you know you are prone to hot flashes when you drink, you might have to limit your alcohol consumption, or steer clear of spicy foods. However, some triggers, like heat, are simply unavoidable. That’s when your management plan has its time to shine. You should always carry a bottle of water with you, be sure to avoid wearing tight clothing in the heat, and most of all, invest in a powerful portable fan that you can carry around for relief whenever a hot flash strikes. Although you can’t control when a hot flash comes, you can control how it affects you — so start making your hot flash management plan today.
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