Yoga Padmasana Benefits Lotus Pose in Detail

Yoga Padmasana is considered as an ideal pose for meditation and concentration. Its also known as Lotus Pose. In Yoga Padmasana you have to sit cross legged with your spine straight. Baba Ramdev of India also practice Padmasana during his yoga classes. In Chinese Buddhism Padmasana is known as Vajrasana (Vajra Position).

Yoga Padmasana

Yoga Padmasana can be practiced any time. You may do it while watching TV or while having food. Its the basic pose to perform any of the meditations or sitting in any mudra. Details about the sirring posture of Padmasana is described below. For those people who can't sit in Padmasana, they can perform ardha-padmasana (Half Lotus Pose), which is a bit easier than Padmasana.

Yoga Padmasana Pose in Detail

Correct siting position has great importance while performing yoga. As Padmasana is a basic yoga pose, so it should be practiced correctly. You may follow the steps provided below to sit in Padmasana.

• Sit on a tough surface.
• Put your right foot on your left thigh such that flat portion of your feet is facing upwards and ankle is touching your abdomen.
• Now put your left foot on your right thigh in the same way.
• You may use your hands to put your feet on your thighs.
• If you are having difficulty in sitting in this posture then you may do ardha-padmasana. In this you don't need to put your left feet on right thigh. Instead you may keep it under the thigh, which is a bit relaxing. 
• There is no time limit for doing Padmasana. You may do it till you find it easy to do in your daily life, but never go over the limits. Release from the pose when you find it uncomfortable.
• Every time you do Padmasana, start it with alternate legs. If this time you have started your pose with right leg, then next time start it with left leg.

Who should avoid doing Padmasana

• If you recently have a knee injury or an ankle injury then you should avoid Padmasana until you are fully recovered.
• If you have a sprain in your leg then avoid Padmasana.
• If you have lower or Upper back pain then avoid Padmasana.

Benefits of Padmasana

There are uncountable benefits of Padmasana. It is the basic pose for most of the meditation mudras. Here we are listing some of the major and worldwide accepted benefits of Padmasana.

• It increases our concentration power.
• It strengthens our spine.
• It improves of thigh, ankle and calf muscles.
• It destroys diseases and awakens kundalini.
• It relieves sciatica pain and improves body posture.
• It improves blood circulation and digestion.
• It makes our joints and ligaments flexible.
• It restores the energy level of our body.

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Slipped Disc in neck Symptoms, Exercises and Recovery Time

Slipped Disc is one of the major causes of continuous pain in neck. In medical terminology Slipped Disk in Neck is known as Cervical Disc Prolapse. In the following article we will explain what is Slipped Disc in Neck, what are its symptoms and how much time does it take to recover.

Slipped Disc in Neck

Discs in our spinal cord are the cushions between the bones which helps in bending forward and backward. These discs also absorb the shock to secure our spinal cord. When these discs are reduced in size or misplaced from their actual position due to continuous pressure or improper posture then it is called slipped disc. Slipped Disc in neck most affects those people who do long sitting jobs, especially those who work on computers or laptops. Don't get frightened if you use one.

The image on left side shows what happens to the spinal disc (blue colored discs are normal while red colored disc is slipped disc). Its just an illustration, not the actual color of discs.

Slipped Disc in Neck Symptoms

• Sudden or gradually increasing neck pain
• Stiffness in Neck
• Severe Pain that radiates towards Arm, Forearm and fingers.
• Sometimes some particular neck movement makes the pain worst.
• Numbness, Tingling or Weakness in Arm and forearm.

Slipped Disc in Neck Exercises

There are some simple exercises that you can do at home to get relief from slipped disc in neck. Some of them are mentioned below.

• Sit straight and turn your head towards left. Put some pressure on your chin by using your left hand to turn it a little more. Hold it for twenty seconds and then repeat it on right side. Do it for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Sit straight and bend your head on left side, till your ear touches your shoulder. Use some pressure on your temple by using your left hand to bend it a little more. Hold for 20 seconds and then repeat it on right side.Do it for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Sit Straight and bend you neck straight so that your chin touches your chest. Hold for 20 seconds and then come back to relaxing position. do it for 5 to 10 Minutes.

If you feel pain discomfort or pain in any of these exercises then don't do that particular step.

If you are an Athlete and suffering from Slipped Disc in Neck then there following three exercises for you:

1). Wall Stretches

Stand near a wall and put you arms and shoulders against the wall and push your hips towards the wall till you are comfortable. If you feel some pain the pause little bit before it to be comfortable. Wait for few seconds and then return to normal position. Repeat it 10 times. 

2). Medicine Ball Bounces

It makes spine flexible and warm up the muscles. You have to sit on the Medicine Ball and then bounce up and down at a moderate rate. Don't go too fast as it may increase the pain. If you don't have a medicine ball then you may do it on the side of a bed with some support. Bouncing for 5 minutes is sufficient.

3). Trampoline March

Stand in the middle of the Trampoline and start spot point running  at a slow speed. Don't go fast, as it may harm. Do it for 10 Min.

These exercises heal slipped disc in neck at a quicker rate.

Slipped Disc in Neck Recovery Time

Usually it takes 5 to 10 days for a slipped disc in neck to recover. If you are doing the exercises mentioned above then you may recover early. Apart from these exercises don't put any pressure on your neck. Always use a support for your neck while working. Also make sure that you don't carry much weight during these days. But if you think that your condition is not improving or becoming worse with time then consult a doctor.

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Maximum Heart Rate Chart Age Predicted Max Pulse Rate

Our Heart is the only organ in our body that works continuously for our whole life. its starts pumping blood while we are our mother's womb and continues this work till we die. No other work can be compared to that. Our heart increases the pumping rate when our body is in need of energy and then slows down as we rest. Sometimes this query arises in our mind that whats the maximum heart rate possible. And if there is some maximum limit to that, then does it vary by age. We will try to answer these questions in this article.

What is Heart Rate ?

Heart Rate is the average speed of heart to pump the blood. Average heart rate is 72 in normal human being in resting position in one minute. In each of these 72 cycles our heart expands and then contracts to pump the blood out into blood vessels. 72 is an average figure for normal hear rate . In some people it might be a little bit up and down.

Maximum Heart Rate Chart by Age

Our heart also have some limitations in terms of maximum heart rate. After all its just a pumping machine with certain limits due to its size. However this pumping machine is better than many others. It will take a complete article if we start discussing about how heart works. Here we are only discussing the maximum heart rate.  The table below contains the maximum heart by age.

Age	Max HR	Age	Max HR	Age	Max HR	Age	Max HR
16	195	31	184	46	174	61	164
17	194	32	184	47	173	62	163
18	193	33	183	48	173	63	162
19	192	34	182	49	172	64	162
20	192	35	182	50	171	65	161
21	191	36	181	51	171	66	160
22	190	37	180	52	170	67	160
23	190	38	179	53	169	68	159
24	189	39	179	54	169	69	158
25	188	40	178	55	168	70	158
26	188	41	177	56	167	71	157
27	187	42	177	57	166	72	156
28	186	43	176	58	166	73	155
29	186	44	175	59	165	74	155
30	185	45	175	60	164	75	154

Max Pulse Rate by Age

Pulse Rate is another synonym for heart rate. In short we also call it pulse. Doctors usually check it by holding our wrists. As the chart above shows the max pulse rate (Max HR) by age. Its calculated by using a formula.

Maximum Heart Rate = 205.5 - (0.685 * Age)

Its the formula accepted in most number of researches. Previously there was another formula  (220 - Age) . But later its found that the max pulse rate shown by this formula is not correct.

If my heart starts beating above the maximum heart rate then will i die ?

The answer is no. But if you are not physically fit than your chances of a heart attack will increase. However it depends from person to person. If you are athletic in nature, then your maximum heart rate limit might have increased. But if you are over weight then you are at risk if your heart starts beating above the maximum heart rate. The chart shown above is just according to age. There is no factor of weight. However it should be. We will update this information as soon as we get new updates about any new researches.

According the medical practitioners the figures given by the above formula is just for a person with normal capabilities. A person with good athletic capabilities can easily increase this limit to a greater extent.

Does our heart become weak as we age ?

The maximum hear rate formula accept this thing that our heart becomes weak as we age. But some people don't think that its true. Researches are going on to find these facts. But as i said earlier the our heart can remain fit for a longer period if we indulge in regular workout or physical activities. Our hear can work in 40s in the same way as it works in 20s but we need to take care of it in our daily routine.

Health is the best wealth. Preserve it.

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Meditation Apps for Android Phones (Free Guided Meditation Applications)

Android Phones are the new sensation in tech guys and gals. These phones can do a lot for you apart from from the regular calling. The best feature that android phones has got is the ability to install new apps.
Meditation is the demand of time in this age of technology to keep your mind stress free and re-energize you. There are a number of free android apps that can help you in meditation and also teach you some new meditations that may help you better.

Here we are showing you some good android apps that will help you in meditation for free. They have details of meditation techniques with images and sounds that will help you performing meditation.

Free Meditation Apps for Android Phones

Android App	App Name	Description	Rating (Out of 5)	Details
	Buddhist Meditation Trainer (2.5 MB)	Buddhist Meditation Trainer is your personal trainer for relaxing and enlightening meditation. It features 10 levels of enlightenment with deeper quotes to meditate on in every level. All with a simple to use meditation timer.	4.7	Details
	OM Meditation Song (573 KB)	Enjoy the deep relaxation, stress relief and benefits of meditation without prior experience. This app makes your meditation feeling with slow chanting of the "OM" song and picture made to rotate for concentration. Perfect app for those who are new to the spiritual world.	4.1	Details
	Vipassana Meditation (5.9 MB)	Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. This application provides the introduction of this meditation technique as well as other material that will be helpful for practitioners of Vipassana Meditation.	4.6	Details
	Meditation Sounds (1.8 MB)	Meditation Sounds contains soothing audio files that are perfect for meditation. If you have trouble falling to sleep you can listen to the gentle rain in the forest. Imagin yourself on a deserted island with the sound of waves lapping on the beach. Relax to the sound of a forest stream with birds in the background. The audio files on our app are high quality.	4.0	Details
	RajYoga Meditation (1.4 MB)	"RajYoga Meditation" is Dedicated to Prajapita Brahma Kumaries Ishwariya Vishva Vidyalay. Prajapita BrahmaKumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya (also called Brahma Kumaris in short) is a unique Vishwa Vidyalaya (university) and a well known spiritual value based educational institutional institution which has gained global acceptance and unique international recognition.	4.3	Details
	Free Meditation Hypnosis (42 MB)	Learn the art of pure meditation, find peace, and clear your mind with “Meditation: Power of the Mind Hypnosis and Subliminal,” from hypnotherapist Rachael Meddows. Relax your body and mind, be free and open while meditating, and experience total clarity and relaxation with the power of hypnosis and guided meditation	4.0	Details
	Free Meditation - Take a Break (28 MB)	You can enjoy the deep relaxation, stress relief and benefits of meditation now without prior experience. Take a Break has been developed by Richard and Mary Maddux, creators of the popular Meditation Oasis podcast. Featuring two popular meditations from the podcast, the app gives you the option to listen with or without music.	4.3	Details
	Dharma Meditation Trainer (5.2 MB)	Dharma Meditation Trainer is a new and more elegant version of our old and popular Buddhist Meditation Trainer. Dharma Meditation Trainer is your personal trainer for relaxing and enlightening meditation. It features 10 levels of enlightenment with deeper quotes to meditate on in every level. All with a simple to use meditation timer.	4.6	Details
	Meditation Helper (1.8 MB)	A meditation timer which allows you to set a target for the length of time you want to meditate each day. It includes a widget that displays the number of consecutive days you have hit the target. It is thus useful not only as a timer, but also as a tool to help motivate you to meditate regularly.	4.7	Details
	Insight Timer Meditation Timer (10 MB)	Insight Timer can help with your meditation practice by allowing you to focus inward, instead of on the clock. Beautiful Tibetan singing bowl sounds will peacefully and serenely guide you though your meditation session.	4.5	Details

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Types of Mesothelioma Cancer and its Cells

Types of Mesothelioma

1. Malignant Mesothelioma (Cancerous)
2. Benign Mesothelioma (Non-cancerous)

Types of Malignant Mesothelioma (by cell-types)

1. Epithelioid Mesothelioma: Epithelioid cells have a clearly defined, elongated egg-shape and they have a visible nucleus. They multiply faster than other mesothelioma causing cells.
2. Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma: Its cells spindle-shaped and have an enlarged, elongated nucleus. Somertimes they have multiple nucleus and they are harder to identify.
3. Biphasic (Mixed) Mesothelioma: In this type of Mesothelioma, both epithelioid and sarcomatoid cells are present in the cancer.

Types of Malignant Mesothelioma (by organs affected)

1. Pleural Mesothelioma: It affects lungs
2. Peritoneal Mesothelioma: It affects abdomen
3. Pericardial mesothelioma: It affects heart 
4. Mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis: It affects covering layer of testicles

How Mesothelioma affects our organs?

Our body have a thin membrane covering cavities in our body, its called mesothelium. This membrane have a good lubrication, so that our surrounding organs can move easily. An example of that movement is expansion and contraction of our lungs and heart. If this thin membrane get affected by cancerous cells then its called mesothelioma. This type of cancer is mainly caused by asbestos. It may cause formation of tumors which may be cancerous or non-cancerous in nature.

 Types of Benign Mesothelioma (by organs affected)

1. Adenomatoid Mesothelioma: It affects the reproductive organs. Benign tumor can develop in epididymis (ducts that carry sperm cells out of the testicle) in Men. Benign tumor can develop in fallopian tubes in women
2. Localized Fibrous Tumor of the Pleura: It occurs surrounding the lungs. Normally its non-cancerous in nature. But in 10% cases it may become cancerous.
3. Benign Cystic Mesothelioma: This type of mesothelioma occurs in the abdominal cavity.

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Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma Symptoms and Life Expectancy

There are three major types of cells responsible for Malignant Mesothelioma. Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma is the most lethal of them. 10-15% of all mesothelioma are diagnosed as Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma. Diagnosis of  sarcomatoid mesothelioma is difficult as compared to other types of  mesothelioma due to its similarity with benign tissue cells. Is often misdiagnosed as some other diseases like fibrous pleurisy, fibrosarcoma, and metastasized renal cell carcinoma.

Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma

Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma is a cancer that affects the outer lining of various important organs of human body. Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma cells are elongated and spindle-shaped. They are arranged in a haphazard way. Sarcomatoid cells don't have a nucleus. In most of the cases of sarcomatoid mesothelioma, its found to affect lungs, abdomen or heart. If we categorize Malignant Mesothelioma according to the organs that it affect then there are four types:

• Pleural Mesothelioma
• Peritoneal Mesothelioma
• Pericardial mesothelioma
• Mesothelioma of the Tunica Vaginalis

All of these can be caused by sarcomatoid cells. 

Subtypes of Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma

Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma can be further categorized into three types according to behaviour, size and shape of sarcomatoid cells. These types are

1 ) Transitional Mesothelioma

Its caused by standard sarcomatoid cell types. These cells are plump and spindle shaped.

2) Lymphohistiocytoid Mesothelioma

Sarcomatoid cells in this type of Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma are in large amount of inflammatory and immune cells. These cells are Large and spindle-shaped. 1% of all mesotheliomas are this type of mesothelioma. 

3) Desmoplastic Mesothelioma

This type of Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma is difficult to diagnose as it is patternless. These cells are Long and found in collagen bundles. 5% of all mesothelioma cases are Desmoplastic Mesothelioma.

Symptoms of Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma

Symptoms of Pleural Mesothelioma with sarcomatoid cell types

• weight loss
• weakness
• shortness of breath 

Symptoms of Peritoneal Mesothelioma with sarcomatoid cell types

• anorexia
• nausea
• pain of the abdomen

Misdiagnoses of Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma

Sometimes Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma is misdiagnosed as diseases listed below. So if are suffering from any of these diseases and not responding to the treatment then you should diagnose yourself  for Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma. These diseases are:

• Pleural liposarcoma
• Fibrous pleurisy
• Fibrosarcoma
• Malignant fibrous histiocytoma
• Localized fibrous tumors
• Metastasized renal cell carcinoma

Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma Life Expectancy

Life Expectancy in Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma depends on which subtype of Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma you are suffering from and in which stage the patient is. Only the doctor working the case history can provide some insight about life expectancy. But you can't set a countdown timer according to the time limit told by you doctor as its just an approximate life expectancy and actual time may differ. 

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Tweaking Your Mind To Think Positive

Human mind has an immeasurable strength and complexity that is beyond understanding. You will be surprised of what you can accomplish if you are going to do your best all the time. You have to pass through certain boundaries before jumping into a conclusion that it is all that you can accomplish. However, once you get through these hindrances, you will want to face more challenging ones. As a result, you will become a lot stronger than you had expected.

If you are going to form a mindset that you are capable of taking down all deterrents along the way, you will most likely succeed in life. Every thought will shape your future. This is because thoughts become words, words become actions, actions become character and character becomes the future. It is like a ripple effect. Your mind creates the ripples that will move toward the future. Hence, a positive mindset will create positive results.

It is up to you to decide if the glass is half-full or haf-empty. Whichever description you choose will definitely influence the next steps that you will take. And if you want to succeed, it is urged to look at the brighter side of things. Hence, perceiving the glass to be half-full instead of half-empty is a better approach.

Research suggests that optimists live longer than pessimists. This is because optimism can help thwart certain health problems and improve quality of life. If you are going to stress over everything that went wrong in your life, you have more chances of developing health problems due to the higher levels of cortisol ( a hormone that is produced in times of stress).It is important to understand that life can’t be perfect but it can certainly be beautiful. You will encounter problems every now and then just like everyone else. And if you are going to allow these problems to knock you down, you will be wasting a lot of precious time. Being optimistic can help you figure out the most viable solution to the problem. Instead of using your time and energy sulking over failures, it will be a lot better to channel them to finding solutions. There are distressing things that cannot be changed but keeping a positive attitude can help you get a fresh start.

It plays a crucial role for success. You may not be extremely successful when it comes to materialistic things but you will have better relationships, peace of mind and satisfaction. Here are some steps on how to achieve happiness in your life:

1. Get rid of negative thoughts. Negative can catch up with you every now and then but do not let them stay with you forever. These will only cause depression, health problems and strains in your relationship with other people. If your mind is clouded with negativity you will not be able to think clearly and move efficiently. The best remedy for this is to remind you of the good things in life. Whenever negativity sneaks into your head, start listing down all the things that you are thankful of. Surround yourself with positive people too.
2. Set your goals. Your goals in life should be determined so your moves will be planned. But your goals should be feasible too. This will keep you from being disappointed and frustrated. Strive but accept the things that you can’t change.
3. Compliment yourself and other people. Never forget to congratulate yourself of a job well-done. Affirmations can help you stay positive about life. Complimenting others can help you and the person receiving the compliment feel better too but (it should be sincere of course).If you look at the better things in other people, you will see life in a brighter light.
4. Reward yourself. Research says that people who reward themselves tend to be happier and more successful. Therefore you should take vacation once in a while in order to reflect and recharge. Going to the movies, eating somewhere a little fancy, playing sports with friends or simply sitting on the couch all day thinking of nothing can help prevent negative thoughts.
5. Volunteer for a cause. If you are sharing what you have, you will feel more successful. Helping other people is like helping yourself.
6. Try something new. Learning a new hobby, traveling to a different place and trying a new cuisine will keep yearning for a longer life since you are always looking forward for something.

Albert Einstein has made a very powerful quote “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.”Our mind and soul form a very powerful team, with our every thought and our every word we create our own future.

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Blood Pressure - Something that Everybody should know about

Did you know that high blood pressure is the same as hypertension. It actually the medical term for high blood pressure. High blood pressure has no signs or symptoms. The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to get tested.

By taking steps to lower your blood pressure, you can reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. Lowering your blood pressure can also help you live a longer, healthier life.

What is blood pressure?

Blood pressure is how hard your blood pushes against the walls of your arteries when your heart pumps blood.

Arteries are the tubes that carry blood away from your heart. Every time your heart beats, it pumps blood through your arteries to the rest of your body.

How can I get my blood pressure checked?

To test your blood pressure, the nurse or doctor will put a cuff around your upper arm and pump up the cuff with air until it feels tight.

This usually takes less than a minute. The doctor or nurse can tell you what your blood pressure numbers are right after the test is over.

You can also check your own blood pressure with a blood pressure machine. You can find blood pressure machines in malls, pharmacies, and grocery stores.

What do blood pressure numbers mean?

A blood pressure test measures you how hard your heart is working to pump blood through your body.

Blood pressure is measured with 2 numbers. The first number is the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats. The second number is the pressure in your arteries between each beat, when your heart relaxes.

Compare your blood pressure to these numbers:

Normal blood pressure is lower than 120/80 (said “120 over 80”).
High blood pressure is 140/90 or higher.
Blood pressure that’s between normal and high (for example, 130/85) is called pre hypertension , or high normal blood pressure.

Am I at risk for high blood pressure?

One in 3 Americans has high blood pressure. Most Americans over age 40 are at risk.

You may be at extra risk for high blood pressure if you:

• Are overweight or obese
• Smoke
• Have a family history of high blood pressure
• Eat foods high in sodium (salt)
• Get less than 30 minutes of activity on most days
• Drink more than a moderate amount of alcohol (2 drinks a day for men or 1 drink a day for women)

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What is Stem Cell Banking (Future of Medical Science)

Recently I have seen a stem cell banking advertisement on TV and decided to find whats that as i have never seen an advertisement like that. As i researched about stem cell banking, it comes out as a story of a high-tech Hollywood movie where every thing is made possible by medical science. But overall its good to know that medical science has gone one step ahead.

What is Stem Cell ?

Stem cells are cells present in our body. But these cells have a special capability. They can divide themselves to make new stem cells and those cells can further multiply. They can take shape of any cell present in our body. Our body use these cells to heal itself. Muscles and neurons are also a type of cells and stem cells have the capability to transform themselves into any of these and many more types of cells. According to Wikipedia, "Because a person’s own (autologous) amniotic stem cells can be safely infused back into that individual without being rejected by the body’s immune system".
Important : When stem cells are injected into a certain area of our body then it starts to transform themselves into the cells in its neighborhood.

What is Stem Cell Banking ?

Every body have a different stem cell as every DNA is different. These stem cells are mainly present in the bone marrow. But its present in the maximum amount in the Umbilical cord that connects baby and the mother inside the womb. The cells can be collected from Umbilical cord at the time of child birth. Then these stem cells are preserved by the stem cell banking company for any future use by the child or first degree blood relative of the child.

Who has the ownership of those stem cells ?

As it can be understood from the above description that these stem cells belong to the new born baby but its ownership goes to mother and she is responsible to pay the cost of preservation to the bank. When the child
reaches the legal age, then ownership can be transferred to him / her.

How Stem Cells are collected from Umbilical Cord ?

Stem cells are collected from Umbilical cord at the child birth. After the Umbilical cord is cut from the baby, blood sample is taken from Umbilical cord as it rich in stem cells. In this process the mother don't need to bear any extra pain.

How Stem Cells can be used ?

• Stem Cells can be used to treat hematopoietic and genetic disorders.
• Stem Cells are used to treat leukemia and joint repairs.
• Stem cells have the ability to repair the liver.
• Stem Cells are a good resource for transplant therapies.

Future of medical Treatment by using Stem Cells

Various researches are going on to know more about stem cells and how they can be used to treat various diseases which don't have any permanent cure till now. So of these treatments are mentioned below.

• Diabetes: Stem Cell can be used to generate beta cells which produces insulin to reduce sugar in blood.
• Parkinson’s Disease: Stem Cells can be used to make dopamine releasing cells, which will cure Parkinson's Disease.
• Liver Damage: Stem cells can be used to generate lever cells to recover liver damage.

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Why does hair fall out ? Best way to get rid of Hair Fall

Hair Fall is simple thing that occurs everyday but we didn't notice it. We should be worried about it if its more than normal. Here we will show you some unknown facts about hair fall and how you can control it by using some simple methods.

"Hair Fall" is the simplest term that people search over Internet to find a solution. If suddenly the search for this term increases in a particular month than it means that you are not the one one facing the problem of hair fall at that time. The graph below shows how "Hair Fall" is searched on Internet between 1st Jan 2006 to 1st Jan 2014.

If you want to be precise about this graph. Then the graph below shows how much "Hair Fall" is searched between 1st Jan 2012 to 1st Jan 2014.



It shows that hair fall increases from the month of July to October. After October the hair fall starts to decrease. So if you are facing this problem during these months then you are not alone. Its just an effect of climatic conditions. Especially if you are in India. Because mostly this term is searched from this region of the globe.

What is Hair Fall

Hair fall is a regular concept that occurs with our body. Normally 150 - 200 hair fall every day, but new hair grow at their place. Problem occurs when new hairs stop growing. There are various reasons behind lack of production of new hair. But major reason behind it is stress and improper diet.

Why does hair fall out

Sometimes chemicals in shampoo, hair colors, conditioners affect our hair health. Over usage of these things should be avoided. Some fungal infections and dandruff also affect the roots of hairs and make them fall. As already mentioned, stress is one of the primary reasons of hair fall. We should care about all of these things to stop hair fall.

Best way to get rid of Hair Fall

If your hair density has started to decrease and their thickness is also reduced then its time to take care of them else there will be noting to take care of. We are providing some simple tips that you should apply on your hair to get them in previous state.

• Don't shampoo too much. Once or twice a week is sufficient. Chemicals in hair products may affect hair health.
• Don't use hair drier. Hot air that comes from driers also affects hair health and make them fall.
• Don't comb or brush your hair when they are wet. Wet hairs can come out of scalp too easily if they are not healthy.
• While applying oil in your hairs don't rub them too much. Just apply a light massage. 
• Don't rub your hairs if you are feeling itch on your scalp. Instead consult a hair specialist.
• Check you have dandruff in your hairs. Its a major cause of hair fall.
• Try to have a healthy diet rich in vitamins and mineral. Eating fruits on daily basis may also help.
• Reduce stress by exercising daily. A physical workout is a major stress reducer.

Don't worry too much about hair fall if its due to climatic conditions. 

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Best Health Apps for Android Phones | Free Fitness Applications

Everybody wants a good health and keep a track of it. Now a days android apps are also helping people in keeping people in shape. We have collected some of the best android apps for your smartphone which will not only help fitness freaks but also those who are not crazy about fitness. These apps will help you in getting into a better shape and try to upgrade your overall health.

Free Health Apps for Android Phones

The health apps provided below are available for free. These freeware apps are really good and provide accurate results which benefits you in making a healthy daily schedule.

Calculate your BMI using our Free BMI Calculator .
Note: BMI is a standard unit to measure obesity level.

Moves

This app records daily walking, cycling and running. It has got 4 out of 5 stat rating on google play, which is the biggest android app store. To get this app : Read More

Sleepbot

Its a sleep cycle alarm, that has a lot of artificial intelligence. Its measures the intensity of your sleep and records your average sleep time. Its alarm awakes you when you are in light sleep. This app has has got 4.3 out of 5 stars. Read More about Sleepbot

MyFitnessPal Calorie Counter

This app is one of the most downloaded apps. It has got 4.7 out of 5 star rating. As its name suggests it calculates total number of calories consumed by you during a day. It has the largest food database in any android phone ever (over 3 million items) . Read More about this app.

Noom Weight Loss Coach

It has got everything that you will need to loose weight. Its rating is 4.3 which is good rating for a weight loss app. Read More about Noom Weight Loss Coach . It instructs you to actively engage in a schedule that will help you in losing weight.

My Pregnancy Today

Its the best app for a woman going through pregnancy. It will provide you proper guidance and give tips to iprove your and baby health. Read More about My Pregnancy Today.

RunKeeper - GPS Track Run Walk

This app tracks your daily running and walking by using GPS. It tracks the exact distance covered by you while running or walking. Read More about RunKeeper . It has got 4.5 rating.

Squats Pro

Its one of the best personal trainers available in the form of an android app that trains you with an speciality in squats. Read More about Squats Pro. Its rating is 4.6 out of 5.

Push Ups Pro

It is an android personal trainer with a rating of 4.6 . It calculates you daily workout count for pushups and other exercises.  Read More about Pushups Pro . 

Buddhist Meditation Trainer

Its a good meditation app that will help you in doing buddhist meditation properly under proper guidance and good sounds that will help you in meditation. Its rating is 4.7 Read More about Buddhist Meditation Trainer. 

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