Archive for September 14th, 2009

Precautions When Exercising In the Extreme Cold Weather

To stay fit and keep your muscles toned you need to have a regular schedule of exercise and a good diet plan. Weather changes quite often and it is not easy to exercise in extreme cold weather. There are some safety precautions and steps which if followed can simply help you continue with your regular exercise schedule.

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You just need to know about some facts which will help you in having a safe regular exercise in the cold weather. You don’t have to take a break or rupture in your exercise schedule. This is because cold weather can make your exercise pattern uncomfortable or it can even damage your muscles. Here are some of the various symptoms or consequences of exercising in cold weather

1.Shivering: it is usually the first symptom of your body’s exposure to extreme cold. This is because during exercise in the cold weather the body tries to generate heat on its own through the uncontrolled muscle contraction.

2.Exposure to extreme cold during exercise can even result in severe pain, numbness, your skin can turn white or even hard, your skin may start to itch and your skin may catch blisters.

3.Confusion and Lack of coordination can also be a result of exercising in extreme cold weather.

4.Muscle Stiffness, Unconsciousness and trouble in seeing can also be a result of exposure to extreme weather.

5.Confusion and even Goose Bumps can also be the result of exercising in cold weather.

For this you need to get back to a warm area and get your clothes removed and apply moist compresses to those areas. It is better to carry out your exercise in a covered area, where the temperature can be maintained.

There are a numerous ways to help your body to avoid catching the cold or keep your body safe when exercising in cold weather.

1.Use Layer Clothing as several layers are much warmer for the body than one single thick layer. It helps your body to maintain its temperature.

2.Don’t forget to cover your head in extreme cold weather when exercising.

3. It is a good practice to cover your mouth as it would help you inhale warm air in extreme cold and keep your body temperature maintained during exercise.

4.Always try to keep your feet dry. Wool like fabric is a good choice for keeping the feet dry.

5.Try to stay Dry, because perspiration increases the amount of heat loss from your body.

6.Try to keep your body hydrated.

7.Avoid intake of Alcohols.

If all those symptoms are kept in view and the safety steps are being carried out, exercising in extreme cold weather can be made a lot comfortable and safe.

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Physician Job Search Tips

1) Defining purpose. What you are looking for in a position? Some items to consider are: environment (rural, suburban or urban), practice set-up (group, partnership, employee, etc.), compensation plan for physician employment and rotation.

2) Preparation. Practice! Practice! Practice! Do your homework before interviewing. Anticipate possible questions concerning physician practice opportunities and write answers for each.

3) Punctuality. Not just on time, but a little early for each site and telephone interview.

4) Appearance. Arrive at the interview with a neat and clean appearance. Avoid being overly made-up. Dress conservatively and comfortably.

5) Body language. Eye contact is essential. If shaking hands, offer a firm handshake. Erect posture shows confidence. Sit down only after being offered a chair.

6) Portfolio. Plan ahead. Bring copies of necessary information (CV and references). A legal notebook for taking notes is always recommended. Formulate a list of questions to help you evaluate the opportunity.

7) Enthusiasm. Bring an absolutely positive attitude without being too familiar. Negativism is not allowed. Sell yourself. The difference between bragging and self confidence is enthusiasm.

8) Smile. A genuine heart warming smile can win over anyone…whether you interview for physician jobs or not.

9) Thank you. At the end of each interview, thank the interviewer for their time. Follow up with a thank you note highlighting various points discussed during the visit.

10) Use a professional recruiter. Have a professional recruiter handle the search process for you. The task can be overwhelming to organize and maintain.

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The B Vitamin Niacin Can Lower Cholesterol

B vitamins were discovered over the past century, niacing is referred to as B3 because it was the third B vitamin to be discovered. It is essentially found in meat, wheat germ, dairy products, and yeast. It is used to treat and prevent a lack of natural niacin in the body, and to lower cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Niacin was first described or discussed by Hugo Weidel in 1873 in his studies of nicotine.

B vitamin Niacin can help with DNA repair, and the production of androgenic hormones in the adrenal gland. Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin which prevents the deficiency disease pellagra. It can cause certain side effects, such as flushing (warmth, itching, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin). No-flush niacin is available for those who wish to avoid the discomforts of regular niacin.

Extensive evidence combining known biochemical functions of vitamin B3, controlled trials, and clinical observations indicate that doses of niacin above the recommended daily allowance will speed wound healing and help the immune system fight off viral infections especially in those who are deficient.

In conclusion, vitamin B3 is available over-the-counter (OTC) and with a prescription under many different brand names. Niacin at extremely high doses can have life-threatening acute toxic reactions. Niacin overdose symptoms may include nausea, dizziness, itching, vomiting, upset stomach, and flushing. Niacin can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby so mothers who are nursing should use niacin with caution. Non-flush niacin and regular niacin is available at your local or internet health food store and is relatively inexpensive in price.

Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Niacin is not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication or adding Vitamins to medications.

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