Over the years, there has been a high increase in the number of people affected by eczema and other allergies. While the contributing factors of these skin diseases are yet to be narrowed down, research has shown how the environment plays a significant role in affecting the skin. Studies indicated that the city environment has been highly compromised and could be a reason for causing these skin problems. The air surrounding us contains various organic compounds which, when exposed to the skin over a while, end up causing damage. This results in the skin’s inflammation and breaking down of moisture, which acts as a natural barrier. The resulting skin dryness is the main trigger for eczema and other allergies. Below is a list of city pollutants that trigger eczema and allergies. 1. Tobacco smoke  Smoking is a health hazard any day, and those who have been exposed to smoke face the same level of health issues. People with eczema and other skin allergies are more exposed to tobacco than those who are unaffected. 2. Indoor pollution Quite a few pollutants are prevalent indoors, possibly due to the city’s environmental factors and ventilation. The city environment is highly enclosed, which could be a potential factor in triggering or worsening eczema and other skin allergies.

According to studies, there is a combination of factors that contribute to putting you at risk of developing breast cancer. There have been consistent scientific reports that have shown how a majority of breast cancer cases have been associated with women who are 50 years of age or above. You need to note the fact that even women who do not fall within the category of risk factors could also end up getting breast cancer. The purpose of knowing the risk factors enables you to take preventive measures towards lowering the risk. Regular screening can go a long way in lowering the risk and at the same time diagnosing the cancer at an early stage. What are the common risk factors for breast cancer? This can be categorized majorly into two types – risk factors that you cannot control, and ones that you can. Risk factors for breast cancer not in your control: Age Age is a major factor for women since a majority of breast cancers are diagnosed only at the age of 50 or above. Genetic makeup The genes that you inherit, especially inheriting BRCA1 or BRCA 2, puts you high on the risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

Cancer is a common disease. 1 in 16 Americans suffer from one of the many types of cancer. Cancer refers to the uncontrolled growth of cells due to some genetic mutation or environmental factors like radiation. Leukemia is the cancer of the blood cells, more specifically, white blood cells (WBCs). WBCs are produced in bone marrow but circulate throughout the body through blood or lymph. It is a vital part of the immune system. When a person has Leukemia, their WBCs do not function normally, causing diminished immune response and crowding of normal cells due to uncontrolled cell division. There are four types of Leukemia. 1. Acute Myelogenous Leukemia Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML) is a widespread type of Leukemia. It can occur in both children and adults. Acute forms of leukemia have a rapid onset, that is, cancer cells multiply quickly. AML starts when bone marrow begins to divide and form blasts, the precursors of blood cells. It means the blasts do not mature into WBCs, or they develop abnormally. The swiftly multiplying abnormal WBCs throng the blood vessels, creating problems for the red blood cells and platelets. Symptoms of acute myelogenous leukemia include frequent infections due to impairment of the immune system, anemia, and easy bleeding caused by a reduced number of RBCs and platelets, respectively, and joint and bone pain.

Sleep apnea disrupts one’s sleep and, in turn, their day-to-day life, both emotionally and mentally. While there is no proper research done to show the connection between food and sleep apnea, it is true that food has the ability to heal. Here are some perfect dietary tips for sleep apnea. 1. Micro-nutrients  A lot is spoken about macro-nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. However, micro-nutrients like minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, and phytochemicals are also important. Some of the food-types include: 2. Melatonin-rich foods This hormone tells the body when to sleep. Since this hormone drops as one gets old, there are several popular supplements available. Rice, barley, oats, walnuts, peanuts, mustard, flax, and sunflower seeds are great grain and nut/seed options. In vegetables, corn, olives, grapes, broccoli, cucumber, and tomatoes, and pomegranate and grapes in the fruits category. 3. Tryptophan-rich foods  Protein has many amino acids, out of which tryptophan is one. In our body, this can be turned into serotonin, which is predominantly used for making melatonin. Research has shown tryptophan-rich foods help with sleep duration and improve the quality of sleep. Milk and yogurt are great options in the dairy variety, too. Similarly, apples, bananas, peaches and avocados are perfect fruit options.

It is only natural that parents pay attention to the minutest detail of an infant’s life. They wait for every milestone with great excitement. Some kids are slow, but if other symptoms accompany the delay, it becomes a cause for concern. Therefore, in most cases, this excitement is also responsible for identifying abnormal symptoms, mostly which are related to age-appropriate motor movements. Parents should observe and watch for the following early warning signs: Lack of age-appropriate motor movement – Given below are the age-appropriate motor skills that every normal child will achieve. Head control – Head would wobble up to four months and be upright by six months. Sitting – The child should be able to sit with support to the hips at four months, with props at six months, and should be able to sit on its own by eight months. Rolling – The child should be able to roll to a side by four months and change from prone (lying face down) to supine (lying face up) and supine to prone in six months. Grasping – The child should hold things using its whole hand or grasp using the index finger and thumb from birth and use both hands by three to four months.