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Saturday, April 17, 2010

What Estheticians Do And Where They Do It

If you have ever had a facial, microdermabrasion, waxing, or a body wrap, chances are an esthetician, or skin care specialist, performed the service on you. Estheticians go through professional training in a school with classes specifically designed to teach them the skills needed to be successful in their career choice. Each state has a set of requirements that must be met before a license is earned.

Skin care is a multi-million dollar a year industry and skin care specialists play an important role in this money generating business. Women of all ages are continuously on a quest for beautiful skin, be it a teenager in search of a deep cleanse to combat their acne or a 55 year-old woman wanting a gentle chemical peel to get rid of her age spots. In most states an esthetician can perform both of these services as well as a host of others.

Are you in need of a relaxing facial massage? Extraction of blackheads? Microdermabrasion to freshen sun damaged skin? Are you hoping for perfectly arched eyebrows? Would you like makeup applied for a special occasion? Generally a skin care specialist can perform these services.

Where do estheticians normally practice? Skin care specialists can practice in a spa or salon and they can even work with a doctor or dermatologist.

There are many day spas that employ skin care specialists to perform body wraps, including mud wraps and hot linen wraps. Salons oftentimes provide estheticians to their customers for makeup application, eyebrow tinting, eyebrow and facial waxing, and to give manicures, pedicures, and facials. In busy dermatologist offices skin care specialists are often the ones who aid the doctor by performing microdermabrasion, light chemical peels, and laser hair removal.

If you love people, work well with your hands, and are gentle and conscientious, you may want to look into becoming an esthetician

How To Control Cholesterol By Natural Remedies

LDL cholesterol clogs arteries and is better at the lowest levels. HDL is naturally made in our bodies and is better at higher levels. There is prescription medication that a doctor can prescribe if we have too much of the bad cholesterol, and it is not recommended to replace that medication with home remedies.

LDL cholesterol causes a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries while HDL cholesterol carries the cholesterol from other parts of the body to the liver which removes it. Higher LDL levels increases chances of getting heart disease while higher HDL levels lower them.

Different types of cholesterol-reducing drugs work in different ways. Not all cholesterol comes from the diet some is made in the body. So the strategy of some drugs is to prevent the body from making cholesterol. Other cholesterol-reducing drugs interfere with the body's ability to absorb cholesterol from food.

'Exercise: - Exercise more is given not only to lose weight. The strict to reduce cholesterol diet is ineffective in people with high-risk cholesterol when not accompanied by physical exercise has been shown. In addition, only accompanied by adequate dietary seen exercise improves cholesterol levels regardless of weight loss. Don't need to make great efforts, on the contrary, it is sufficient to walk half an hour a day
'Lowering Cholesterol Naturally: - Lowering cholesterol naturally can be done by addressing four areas, which include diet, weight, exercise and lifestyle changes. This article provides an outline of the changes that need to be made.
'Cholesterol Lowering Foods List: - High cholesterol levels can result in many health problems like heart diseases and other coronary complications. Here is cholesterol lowering foods list that will help you reduce the bad cholesterol or LDL in your system to help keep the cholesterol levels in check.
'Garlic: - Research says that garlic has blood thinning properties and plays a major role in reducing levels of bad cholesterol or low density lipoproteins. Garlic contains a substance called allicin, which supposedly prevents the retention of LDL cholesterol by the body. It is shown that consumption of one clove of garlic per day can lessen the LDL levels by almost ten to fifteen percent.




How to control Cholesterol: -

'Eat fish, skinless poultry and lean meats. These foods offer protein but too much protein will give you more saturated fat (cholesterol) than you need.
'Eat fish at least twice a week. Fish is lower in fat than most meats. The fat contained in fish has come beneficial oils called omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids have been found to be heart and blood vessel protective.
'Reduce high-fat dairy products. High fat dairy products are sour cream, cream cheese, hard cheese, processed cheese, butter, whipped cream and whole milk. Some low-fat dairy products are: yogurt, cottage cheese, and low-fat or non-fat milk.
'Hidden fat. Be aware of the hidden fat in your diet. Danish, pastries and cookies have large amounts of oil and fat. A muffin could add 4 or 5 teaspoons of fat to your diet.

What Are The Signs And Treatments For Depression In Elderly?

Depression in the elderly can often remain untreated and even undiagnosed for a number of reasons. A major part of this is due to the difficulty in separating the symptoms of depression from other ailments they may have.

These symptoms can manifest from negative life events that can grow in number the more years we live.

Some of the events that can cause this situation include:

Chronic illness, pain or disease, financial strain, a loss of job, retirement or a loss of a significant other.

Symptoms of depression:

Symptoms of depression can vary from person to person, However, there are classic symptoms that are easily recognized when one is educated and knowledgeable about the signs and symptoms to look for. If you know of an elderly person with these symptoms, contact their health care professional immediately for help.

- Insomnia

- Oversleeping.

- Loss of interest in usual activities

- Weight loss or gain

- Fatigue




- Feelings of despair, helplessness and low belief in self-worth.

- Suicide is being considered.

While depression tends to be more common in the elderly, it is not something that should be expected of an elderly person and therefore overlooked. There are several factors that make the elderly more at risk for depression.

Depression risk factors:

- Family history

- Age

- Gender

- Chronic physical pain

- Chronic disease, such as cancer, arthritis, and diabetes

- Medications

- Abuse of alcohol

Most people who have been diagnosed with depression have someone in their family who is also depressed. The factor of age is significant, due to having lived a longer life you will have experienced many losses along the way. These can include losing a spouse or child, as well as other close and beloved family members and friends.

Gender: Depression is more common in females with hormones and in particular menopause being a major factor in this statistic. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment commonly used to combat this.

Pain & Disease: Constantly being in pain or dealing with disease can weaken even the strongest of minds.

Medications: There are side effects to most medications, and one of these can be depression. This is often true in medications such as zovirax, muscle relaxants or anticonvuslants when taken by the elderly.

When these medications are required for health, then another medication must be added to combat the depression that another drug may have caused. There has to be a better way.

Alcohol: If an elderly person suffers from depression, then the abuse of alcohol (itself a depressant) can only worsen the situation.

If you know of an older person who has the signs and symptoms of depression, it is very important to seek the help of a mental health professional as soon as possible for proper diagnosis and treatment for depression in the elderly.

Archos Mp3 Mp4 Players: Great All Round Entertainment

If you want access to your music and movies on the move then Archos MP3 players do the job perfectly. Able to take your entire music collection and a number of full-length movies, the Archos 504 delivers great sound, crystal clear display and is small enough to fit into your pocket.

Not so long ago you would need to watch movies using a TV and video. Next came DVDs and now movies are available in a wide range of digital formats that are easy to transfer onto your favourite listening and viewing device. Simply convert your chosen film to MP4 format using the software supplied with your Archos MP3 player and away you go. It really is that easy and with a few clicks you will be viewing your movie on a clear screen measuring 4.3 inches and delivering great sound.




If you have a long boring commute to work then why not make the journey more exciting by taking along your MP3 player? Plug in your headphones, choose the music you want to listen to or the film you want to watch and the morning rush hour will fade away. The sound quality on the Archos 504 is amazing and will capture every piece of dialogue and every special effect in perfect clarity. Your MP3s will not lose any of their original quality and the supplied headphones are more than sufficient to deliver crisp sound. Some Archos models also boast WiFi allowing for the download of movies directly to your MP3 player or you can choose to access the Internet and your emails on the move. Archos MP3 players really do offer you a lot of choice and are very reasonably priced.

If you want to find the best deals on the Archos 504 then the best thing to do is shop around online. Forget wasting time looking at individual websites. Price comparison websites offer the latest prices in one handy place. You can also view details about delivery charges, product reviews and whether the item is in stock. Surely that sounds better than trudging around the high street only to find that your chosen MP3 player is out of stock or out of your price range.

One Way To Burn Belly Fat In 3 Days - Without Making Yourself Sick

Who else is having trouble with belly fat? If you are anything like I used to be... one of the biggest enemies of self esteem, especially as the weather warms up, is belly fat. Let's be honest: It's unappealing. It's unflattering. It feels bad... LOOKS bad and none of us enjoys lugging it around on the beach, in the boardroom... and CERTAINLY not in the bedroom :-)

The good news? Belly fat is MUCH easier to lose than many people will have you believe. While SPOT fat loss is often considered one of the most controversial elements of the diet movement, there ARE ways that I've been personally able to lose fat SPECIFICALLY around my belly, and I'm going to share them with you below.

Filed Under: Juice Feasting

This is often called "fasting" by the uninitiated, but it's really "feasting" if you've ever done it... because it's easy and it's abundant. The simple truth is that a lot of the BULGE of belly fat is caused by inflammation. And inflammation is often the result of a whole host of things that aren't really related to typical dietary discipline. For example...many naturopaths, alternative wellness doctors and gurus believe that a significant portion of your "bulge" is actually caused by accumulated waste in the colon...and the digestive tract. This leads to poor elimination, pockets of unsightly deposits, and ultimately, a body you CAN'T be proud of...no matter how much you try. A juice fast is an easy way to gently eliminate a lot of this "gunk"....while simultaneously, lessening the inflammation in your body to boot! (plus it feels amazing as anyone who has ever tried a juice feast... your body, mind AND spirit are rejuvenated in a way that's difficult to explain to those who haven't tried it)




My favorite way to get moving on a juice fast?

Go to the store, and simply buy healthy, natural and wholesome juices that are NOT from concentrate. Fresh squeezed is best... and while pasteurization is supposed to KILL some of the natural enzymes in the fruits and vegetables, I find that's a pretty over-rated concern for a 3 day juice fast. There are a few brands that are really, really good...and while I don't want to make any specific recommendations here, carrot juice is pretty easy to get at any supermarket, and tastes pretty good, too! (and is often 100% carrots, and not filler, like many of the higher calorie fruit juices are)

It's truly amazing how much of a difference you'll feel after only a few short days of this... and as long as you are up for it (check with your doctor) it's a wonderful and safe way to lose belly fat in a hurry!

But understand this as well... it's NOT a long term solution. It's a quick start, and a good one at that. But for a BIG picture view of life long OPTIMAL health and wellness, you need a bigger goal, and a bigger permanent plan to help you get there!

How To Create An Exciting Employee Suggestion Program

You may have a boss. You may have a manager. You may have a team leader that you need to report to. But just because you aren't "the boss" doesn't mean that you don't have good ideas to contribute to the company. Good managers and leaders listen to, and value the input and suggestions of their employees. But all too often, despite a leader's willingness to listen, this message has not been relayed adequately to the employees. As a result, employees are often hesitant and/or afraid to offer suggestions or to open up with their ideas.

The idea of a "suggestion box" is age old, but many companies and organizations have eliminated them, seeing them only as a receptacle for grievances and complaints. A well run suggestion campaign, can however, be successful if organized properly. When a manager has a sincere commitment to making the program work, they get everyone involved, and offer rewards that will motivate employees to contribute, a suggestion program can do great things. In some companies contributors' ideas have led them to accomplish everything from saving money to creating new products; from eliminating unnecessary procedures to improving overall quality.

All it really takes to run a successful suggestion program is the effort, the commitment and some positive reinforcement. Here are some things a manager can do to get a great suggestion program started:

_Create a well publicized and positive employee suggestion program. Make sure that senior management is fully behind the program and then advertise it prominently to all employees. Send out personal letters to encourage employee participation




_Develop an easy to use suggestion form that is detailed enough to allow the contributor to include details such as how much money may be saved, what the benefits of taking this action would be, and what their recommended plan of action might be. Include right on the form a thank you for the suggestion, as well as a time frame for expecting comments from the suggestion committee.

_Maintain interest and participation by acknowledging all responses right away. If employees start to feel that the program is not taken seriously, they will lose interest and no longer offer ideas.

_Create a suggestion committee to evaluate ideas made up of a cross section of employees from various departments and who hold a variety of positions. Give this committee the power to initiate action upon suggestions in a timely manner.

_Once a suggestion has been accepted and is going to be acted upon, notify the contributor right away. Then keep them updated as to the progress of implementation of their ideas, and encourage their ongoing communication as the project progresses.

_Recognize contributors with some form of reward and make the presentation of the award public. This might include such things as a little write up in the monthly newsletter, a posting on a company bulletin board or acknowledgement at a monthly staff meeting.

_Most of all: make it positive, fun and worthwhile for everyone!

Friday, April 16, 2010

Normal Sounds And Noises Can Affect Autistic Children

The normal sounds and noises are sometimes better to be silent for some children with autism, because of their sensitivity. But is silence golden? There are many signs for autism. A few of them are, poor eye contact, tantrums, short attention span, lining up items in a certain row and sounds and noises that are normal but painful to some autistic children.

I want to talk to you about the normal sounds and noises that are painful to the ears of many autistic individuals, because of an over sensitivity and sensory that some children have.

For example, large crowds of people talking, malls, airplanes, streets in the city filled with cars and people, riding an elevator, that is full of people talking, concerts, music, holidays with families, are just a few of them.

Many children who have an extreme intense sensitivity to normal sounds or noises, will try to calm themselves by either wringing their hands, shaking their hands and some will rock back and forth. Others will put their hands on their ears, to protect them from the noises.

It is a challenge for parent(s), caregiver(s), to know when these normal sounds or noises will affect the individual. Every person with autism is different and there is no concrete or sure way to predict the behavior of the child with autism.


Try to learn what your child likes or dislikes and how he or she responds to new areas that are being introduced, then tabulate them and be prepared if the behavior to normal sounds or noises are too much for your child to handle, try to keep your child safe from it. Do not push or force your child to like normal sounds or noises, by doing that, it will only cause an outbreak in another behavior area that will have to be dealt with.

Some autistic individuals have an over sensitivity to the sounds that seem to appear, to be functional and normal to other people.

For the child or an adult, with autism, they do not understand why they are so sensitive to normal sounds and noises and they probably are trying to understand or trying to make sense of it themselves. For you, to understand why there is a sensitivity to this kind of behavior, many experts agree that these behaviors might be a way that the child is trying to communicate, relate to or try to figure out what is going on.

Parent(s), caregiver(s), must realize that the intense sensitivity to sound that appears to be normal noises and sounds, is common symptom of autism

Psoriasis Treatment And 15 Effective Home Remedies To Get Rid For Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic, non-infectious disease that affects mostly the skin. It is presently supposed to be autoimmune in origin. It usually causes red, scaly patches to emerge on the skin, though some patients contain no dermatological symptoms.. Skin quickly collect at these sites and takes on a silvery-white appearance. Plaques regularly happen on the skin of the elbows and knees, but can influence any region counting the scalp, palms of hands and soles of feet, and genitals. In difference to eczema, psoriasis is extra probable to be found on the extensor feature of the joint.

Causes of Psoriasis

1. Due to irregularity in the mechanism in which the skin grows and put back itself

2. Irregularity with the metabolism of amino acids

3. Use of sure medicines

4. Unpaid to infections

5. Genetics issue are also responsible

6. Bodily and emotional strain

Symptoms of Psoriasis
1. Red and aggravated skin with brilliant silvery scales

2. Sometimes escort with slight itching

Treatment to Avoid Psoriasis
Dead Sea Salts, this conventional psoriasis treatment to healing obviously has been used in the center east for thousands of years. We have a 6 week psoriasis treatment agenda designed to employ in your home.

Herbal removal like Oregon Grape Root Extract and Herbal Detox Tea mixtures that quietly cleanse your body of toxins and assist optimize your liver purpose. Herbs have traditionally been used for psoriasis treatment and skin situation.

Mild herbal psoriasis creams and shampoos that hold FDA accepted ingredients to join nature with science.

Home Remedies to Get Rid for Psoriasis




1. Gets a well balanced diet counting fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and grains.

2. Relate a moisturizer to lubricate and soften scaly patches of skin.

3. Get an every day bath in temperate water to soak off the scales.

4. Attempt deep breathing and recreation exercise to decrease stress.

5. Do not get tea, coffee, all animal fats, and procedure foods.

6. Don't scrape or rub patches of congeal skin.

7. Keep away from harsh skin products and lotions that hold alcohol. They may dehydrated the skin and create psoriasis worse.

8. Stay your towel, clothes part and clean.

9. Drink gradually a cup of fresh juice of Bitter Gourd (Karela) varied with a teaspoon of lime juice on an empty stomach every day for 3-4 months. It is extremely effectual in psoriasis treatment.

10. You can also relate Aloe Vera gel or cream finely to aggravated and itchy patches of skin and rub calmly. It is too helpful in psoriasis cure.

11. Boil several soap nuts in water and relate on the exaggerated parts. This will too gives release from psoriasis.

12. Wrap a fresh thin banana leaf on the exaggerated part. This is extremely effectual in curing psoriasis.

13. Create a dilute clarification of lime juice with water. Relate this outwardly on the psoriatic patches.

14. Cabbage soup is also an effectual home remedy for psoriasis. Drink one bowl of it daily.

15. Comprise Vitamin E-rich food in the diet of the patients anguish from psoriasis such as spinach, almond oil, sweet potato, sunflower seeds, and wheat germs.