7 Common Eye Problems in Children and Elderly, What Causes Them, What You Can Do About It!

"The world only exists in your eyes. You can make it as big or as small as you want"   -F. Scott Fitzgerald

We only have one body in one-lifetime that is why taking care of it is a must. And, since our eyes play an important role for us to live then we should protect it from any future damages it may suffer with. But with the presence of techy stuff or products and the light it produces, our eyes are very much prone to the damages it can give.

"The eye is the jewel of the body" -Henry David Thoreau

Like how a lady takes care of her jewels, everyone too should do the same thing with their eyes. And with that, here are the 7 Common Eye Problems in Children and Elderly. You can also read from here the causes and tips on what you can do about it.

1.) Cataracts

Cataracts are cloudy areas that develop in the eye lens. This common eye problem does not have any early symptoms like pain, redness, or tearing in the eye. A healthy eye lens as is clear as a camera. When you have a cataract, the light will no longer get through as easily. The result: You can't see as well and may notice glare or a halo around lights at night. 

They just form slowly and you will just realize you have it when it is already big enough for you to notice them. Some stay small and will not affect your sight. But if they do progress and affect your vision then a surgery almost always works to bring your vision back.

Tips on what you can do about it:
Get an eye check-up every two years and you are good to go. Keep yourself as healthy as you can ever be. Remember Health is Wealth.

2.) Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the name for a group of diseases which causes this kind of an eye problem condition. A common form of glaucoma is primary open-angle glaucoma. Most people who have it do not have any early symptoms or pain. So it is important to keep up with your regular eye exams. It doesn’t happen often, but glaucoma can be caused by an injury to the eye, blocked blood vessels, and inflammatory disorders of the eye.

Tips on what you can do about it:
Treatment includes prescription eye drops or surgery.

3.) Retinal Disorders

The retina is a thin lining on the back of the eye. It is made up of cells that collect images and pass them on to the brain. This process of transferring images can be blocked by retinal disorders.  There are different types of this eye condition. One of which is an age-related macular degeneration refers to a breakdown of a small portion of the retina called the macula. Another type is the diabetic retinopathy which is damaged in the blood vessels in your retina caused by diabetes. Another one is the retinal detachment this happens when the retina separates from the layer underneath.

Tips on what you can do about it:
Get an early diagnosis and have these conditions treated as earlier as possible.

4.) Excess Eye Tearing

Well, do not get this wrong because it has nothing to do with your feelings at all. You might be sensitive to light, wind, or temperature changes. Tearing may also signal a more serious problem, like an eye infection or a blocked tear duct. Your eye doctor can treat or correct both of these conditions.

Tips on what you can do about it:
So the best thing you should do is to try to protect your eyes by shielding them or wearing sunglasses.

5.) Colorblindness

Colorblindness is when you cannot determine a certain color to another, or maybe you cannot see them. The usual colors of which you cannot determine are reds and greens. It happens when the color cells in your eye are absent or did not work at all. When it’s most severe, you can only see in shades of gray, but this is rare. Most people who have it are born with it, but you can get it later in life from certain drugs and diseases.

Tips on what you can do about it:
An eye doctor can diagnose it with a simple test. There’s no treatment if you’re born with it, but special contacts and glasses can help some people tell the difference between certain colors.

6.) Presbyopia

People age 40 and so may already have to hold a book or other reading material farther away from their eyes to make it easier for them to read it. This happens when you lose the ability, despite good distance vision, to clearly see close objects and small print.

Tips on what you can do about it:
Reading glasses, contact lenses, LASIK, which is laser eye surgery, and other procedures can be used to restore good reading vision.

7.) Eyelid Problems

Eyelids do a lot for us. They protect our eyes, spread tears over its surface, and limit the amount of light that can get in.

Symptoms like pain, itching, tearing, and sensitivity to light are common to people who have eyelid problems. You might also have blinking spasms or inflamed outer edges near your eyelashes.

Tips on what you can do about it:
Treatment could include proper cleaning, medication, or surgery.

7 Common Causes of Knee and Joint Pain, and What You Can Do About It!

The knee is the largest joint in the body. It allows our legs to bend and straighten which in fact is a huge job and plays a big role for a person.

That is why it is important to take an extra care in maintaining your joints in a good health. But as people grow a lot of complications can cause the damage the function of our knees and joints.

With these damages, we can feel the pain which can go to the most extreme one and nobody would ever want that.

Do you want to know what the 7 common causes of knee and joint pain? Keep reading below to know about these and to hear the tips also.

1. Overuse and Tendonitis

Due to the constant and repetitive use of a tendon around the knees, it will get irritated and inflamed which causes the pain you feel. A lump may develop along the tendon or the affected area will usually swell. There is another sign in this condition which is that the pain in the area will increase every time you move or flex the knee.

Tips which you can try on:  In reducing the inflammation and consequently relieve the pain you are suffering with, try to rest and apply some ice to your knees. It is also recommended to do some eccentric exercises, like hamstring drops. You can also try to kneel on the floor with your feet underneath the couch to keep them in place then lean your torso toward the ground slowly.

2.) Bone Tumors

Osteosarcoma (second most prevalent bone cancer), most commonly occurs in the knee. The symptoms of a chronic knee pain are different for each person. Chronic knee pain may present as a constant ache, sharp, shooting pain when in use, and a dull burning discomfort.

Tips which you can try on: Take Time Off from Exercise and Rest. In this case, you need to talk to your doctor about some treatments.

3. Muscle Pain

Straining or tearing a muscle around the knee joint will cause pain in that area and will usually call attention to a specific spot on the muscle belly or musculotendinous junction. If you pull or strain the hamstrings, groin, or quads, it will most likely cause pain around the knee.

Tips which you can try on: The best treatment for acute muscle pain would be cryotherapy initially, then moving toward heat and gentle stretching.

4. Stretched Ligament

Usually, after a ligament is stretched, or sprained, it will not return to its normal shape and tightness. With this, your knee joints will be unstable. A huge amount of swelling can develop whenever you suffer a ligament injury, like that of the ACL which can cause some dysfunction.

Tips which you can try on: Bracing it is the best option for this kind of injury. But you can also try to rest and put some ice. Make sure you will compress and elevate your knees.

5. Cartilage Pain

It is a torn meniscus is the proper term when people talk about torn cartilage in the knees. Meniscal injuries are among the most common causes of knee pain among active people. It can occur during any activity in which you forcefully twist or rotate your knees. The symptoms of this are clicking, popping, or snapping deep inside the knee. This usually happens because of a sharp change in direction like starting, stopping, and changing position fast.

Tips which you can try on: You can immediately put an ice bag on it if you already feel that you are suffering from those symptoms stated above. And if the case worsens need to see your doctor in order to determine whether you need an MRI. This procedure will not only confirm a tear but will also let you know if the injury needs to be treated conservatively or not.

6. Arthritis

As people age the cartilage that covers the long bones, which is called hyaline cartilage, worn away and causes the pain deep in the knees. It is expected that the normal wear and tear happens. But for some people who have overweight or is an obese person then arthritis can happen earlier.

Tips which you can try on:  Try to avoid full extension on those ROM exercises. But you do not worry because there are a lot of choices for any joint arthritis. You can try to have some heat or contrast bath, aquatic therapy, and gentle range of motion exercise.

7.) Biomechanics

Both acute and chronic injuries are caused by a bad form while performing any physical activity. In order for you to prevent the stress and strain on your joints, you need to properly execute your training and physical activities.

You can always ask for assistance or a trainer's guide for the proper executions and forms of your exercises. Remember that the knee should not cave in or go over the toe when you are doing some lunges and squats.

Tips which you can try on: Properly and carefully stretch the muscle involved and perform a non-weight-bearing AROM (active range of motion) exercises. Examples of these exercises are sitting on a chair and raise your knee up to your chest, release, and repeat with the other knee. Ans if the pain is still there then put some ice then take a rest and revisit.

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- BONNIE PFIESTER

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How to Get Lean and Fit with These 5 Best Tips!

The proper execution of exercise is the key to the best quality of output. 

This means that no matter what kind of exercise you choose to do if you do not properly execute them then it means nothing. But doing an exercise does not mean you need to do what most people around you do. 

You also need to know what is the best exercise that suits your body type. You can either perform any exercises or ask a trainer what is the exercise option for you.

Always remember that it is not only the exercise you do that makes you fitter and healthier. It is also about being well-disciplined by your own being. Execute the proper exercise. 

There is no room for any excuses or reasons at all. Just do what is needed to be done. In this way, you are one step ahead of you a healthier and fitter you.

So if you want to get lean and fit then here are the 5 best tips and movement exercises for anyone who wants to do some exercise sessions.

1.) Stretch-Out

This is the first thing any bodybuilder, gymnast, athletes, gym goer would do. It will prepare your body for the extreme exercise that you will do later one. So you need to stretch your muscles because if you will not then you are prone to some injuries, cramps or the like. 

You can throw a leg on a bench and try reaching your toes. You can also stretch your arms wide to each side and front and back. Then sit down, and stretch your legs apart. Open then widely and stretch your arms on the front and reach as far as you can. For a complete routine, you can watch a video tutorial.

2. Move around

It is not necessarily that you will spend an entire day doing your exercise routines. The secret point here is doing it will the best quality that you can. This means that you need to execute your routines at a quicker pace. 

Doing this would make your body easily get used to the exercise that you do. And by this, you are also compressing the limited time you have allocated for your exercise sessions. Make it quick and sweaty is the key factor here and always remember that.

3.) Do CrossFit Exercises

You can read my previous article regarding CrossFit. This kind of exercise will make you do a good quality set of exercises. It will make your body move as if you have not done any movement at all. 

Just make sure to follow the steps of performing this exercise. Remember that the proper execution is the main factor in making a good exercise. You should also make sure to do it with proper self-discipline. But if you have done CrossFit already then try number 4.

4.) Try Cardio Exercises

Cardio exercise is any exercise that raises the rate of your heart. This movement makes our body build stronger muscles and make sure to have a more efficient and healthy body. Aerobics is one of the commonly done cardio exercises. This exercise is not only essential for strengthening your heart and lungs, alone, it is not the most effective way to get lean. And aerobic exercise may be uncomfortable if you are very overweight. But do not get intimidated by those sexy bodies around you. 

Remember that as long as you are doing the proper execution of exercise you are better than nothing. Just keep moving. Do not let them be the hindrance of your body goals. You will reach your goals someday and let your cardio exercise help you in your goals.

5.) Eat the right food

Well, exercise will surely help you to get a lean and fit body. But it will not only depend on how you get those fats off of your body. It is also about what you take in. 

Make sure you have the right balance of healthy foods. 

You can eat anything at anytime just do not overeat. It is not about what you eat it is all about how many will you eat that counts the most. That is why you should consider counting or measuring the food you eat.

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Slimming Jelly? What is it and what can it do for you and your life?

“When it comes to eating right and exercising, there is no “I’ll start tomorrow”. Tomorrow is a disease” – Terri Guillemets

Terri Guillemets is totally right when she said those words. 

Because if you keep on saying that you will start tomorrow, then you plan not to start at all. Tomorrow has no fixed date. 

It would be better to plan the exact date for your slimming and weight loss journey. 

So if I were you, start changing the way you set your date and start right away. Do not wait for a year to pass and regret the time you already have wasted.

So if you are already on the exact date of your weight loss journey let me, somehow, help you get there easily. Try the natural slimming jelly.

Most of the slimming products available in the market contain substances that ruin your weight loss journey. Though those chemicals or substances help you to slim down easily those substances can also damage your entire health. 

If you have already tried those slimming products I suggest that you will discontinue taking those. Because it will not help you in slimming down healthily. 

Those slimming products will not stay good for your body in the long run and you do not want it to happen, right?

This slimming jelly is proven to be free of those laxatives, stimulants or harmful substance which are not good for your health.

But do not get discouraged if you find it hard to lose your weight without the help of some slimming products. 

Try our Slim Support Jelly. This slimming jelly is proven to be free of those laxatives, stimulants or harmful substance which are not good for your health. 

It is already been sent to independent labs for testing. And yes they are proven to be free from those evil substances.

We believe in a more holistic approach that would allow you to slim down in a sustainable manner. Not just that because it will also make you enjoy the journey to a healthier you.

Our Slim Support Jelly contains Garcinia Cambogia. This substance has been shown to be useful in reducing body fat in a way of lessening fat storage and mobilizing them away from the waistline. 

You can also try to combine this slimming jelly with our blend of TCM herbs such as hawthorn berries and bitter melon. This will help in maintaining a healthy lipid level. This will also enhance the insulin sensitivity of your body. Cassia seeds will also effectively help with water stagnation – a cause of fat accumulation in the TCM context.

This slimming jelly also contains Cassia seeds. These seeds are proven to be effective in helping with water stagnation – a cause of fat accumulation in the TCM context. This slimming jelly also has an added fiber. This only means that it will increase the feeling of satiety and reduce your food cravings.

Our Slim Support Jelly aids in the revving up of your metabolism. This also regulates the glucose and lipid levels of your body. It also curbs appetite, supports slimming and will help you to sustain your weight loss. 

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“It is not just about losing the weight, it is also about losing the lifestyle and mindset that got you there” – Steve Maraboli

Yes, it is not all about losing those excess weights in your body. 

Because the secret of maintaining a healthier body to change your lifestyle and mindset. So to help you better in losing weight here are some exercise that will be a great help in your journey.

Set an exact date to start your daily exercise

Yes, it is daily. It is not necessarily your entire day. Just set around 15-30 minutes daily for your exercise and you are good to go. But if you have a very hectic schedule then take some alternatives. You can always have an exercise on your office, like taking the stairs instead of the elevators.

Jog for more air

You need a lot of air as you go by on your weight loss journey. And jogging is one of the exercises that will add more to the air in your body. Do not underestimate the power of air because it will surely be of great help as you go along to your goals.

Push up more

Do an extra push up for more strength in your upper and lower body. Yes, I know you want to focus on your stomach, thighs, and hips. But this exercise will help you to have a stronger upper and lower body which will help you in your body goals in life.

Do curl-ups

This exercise focuses on your stomach. And if you do it properly then you are on the right path towards your body goals. You can set this as your exercise after doing your jogging. Just make sure to have a lot of air while doing this.

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10 Best Snacks When Travelling with Children and Toddlers

Traveling with your toddlers and kids are one of the most fun and memorable experience any parent would have. But being on the road or away from home will never be an easy trip. You need a lot of planning to bring with you during the said trip. This also means that you need to be mindful of what you are going to bring, most especially you have your little ones with you. It is also highly recommended that during your trip, you should not get your toddlers hungry. Because by doing so, they might throw tantrums with you and you do not want to have that.

So, if you are planning to have a vacation or traveling soon then here consider to pack these 10 travel snacks with you. You can choose whatever that pleases everybody.

1.) Fruits

As a parent, you do not want to feed your kids with some kind of unhealthy products. You only want the best for them, right? So, why not bring fruits. Kids would want these since they are sweet and pleasing in the eyes. But if you find it hard to pack then why not slice them into pica-pica sizes? You can also pack them according to how many kids you have. In this way, your little ones will not fight over a single snack. Because as we all know kids most of the time fight over little things.

2.) Yogurt

Traveling with kids does not mean that you will forget about taking care of yourself. It should also be about you, right? So maybe try to give yourself a treat and pack some of your favorite yogurts. Yogurts are not only good for adults but they are also good for kids and toddlers. This travel snack is a good source of vitamin D and calcium which is great in supporting the health of your bones and teeth. Most of the yogurts in the market contain probiotics, which are friendly bacteria. For your next trip, grab some yogurt and pack them inside your snack bag.

3.) Granola Bars

If you want a snack-to-go then these bars are for you. All you have to do is just open them and eat right from the pack. Granola bars are low-sugar, high-fiber snack which is best for your little kids. Plus, you can also make it as a topping for your yogurt so you won’t have a boring snack. In this way, your kids will have a fun and healthy snack at the same time.

4.) Mini Pancakes or Waffles

Since your kids have some size hands then try to make a small version of pancakes and waffles for them. Well, there is absolutely nothing wrong with taking the plain and ordinary one. But for the sake of your kids and toddlers, consider putting some jellies and peanut butter.

5.) String Cheese

Well, if you want to keep your kids busy while you are driving or still in the road then serve them with string cheese. This snack is not your ordinary snack. Because this contains around 10-20 percent of the daily calcium which your kids need. The plain one is a good-to-go snack. But if you want some fun out of these string cheese then roll them in a ham and put it in your sandwiches.

6.) Vegetables

Yes, you read it right. Vegetables are one of the most healthy options you have to choose. And bringing them on your travel is the best idea you could ever have. Do not worry about having them too big or what. You can always choose to slice them into small pieces. Carrots, radish, broccoli and much more are the one that is commonly brought to during a travel.

7.) Fruit juice

If you will consider bringing this over then you better chill them into the fridge and pack them correctly. You do not want to spill them over to your stuff so you should seal them properly. Or maybe bring some straws for your little ones so that they won’t have a hard time in drinking these juices.

8.) Crackers 

Consider to pair these with the string cheese and you are good to go. This travel snack is also good for everyone who wants to stay away from starvation. And you do not want your kids and toddlers to experience starvation or hungry stomach, right? So the next time you travel, bring some crackers and serve them to your kids before they cry out loud.

9.) Almonds

It is true that nuts won’t go nuts against you. Almonds are one of the most eaten snacks to fight hungry stomach. Your kids will surely love these snacks because they will have fun in picking and chewing almonds. If you are planning to bring these to your next trip then you should be prepared with a lot of water just in case they want some.

10.) Pretzels

Almost all kids want some pretzels. So why not spoil them over what they want for some time. Well, you are not just spoiling them but you are also trying to keep their moods in good condition. Because after all, you do not want some tantrums during your travel.