The Funbact-A people?

Hello Dear A.N.B readers,
How are you doing today? I trust you're having a great weekend. I had  good week, really busy but good.

Today's topic is all about your skin. How do you treat your skin? What do you do to make/keep your skin looking good?
Sometime, about two years ago, I was a pharmacy store where I worked and a lady walked up to me stating that she had skin troubles. She brought  her phone out and showed me a photo of her friend whom she  claimed had been given a cream mixture. Her 'friend' seemed to have really clear skin.

She asked me if I could do a mixture for her. She named creams such as FUNBACT-A, SKINEAL, EPIDERM and tribotan and how if any of these creams was combined with a body lotion and shea butter, she would look just as good as her friend in no time.

Now you might wonder, What's wrong with that? What does she stand to lose if she mixes the creams up and applies them daily?

I'll tell you

A cream like Funbact-A contains antifungal,antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. Now antifungal creams should only be used when the you have a confirmed fungal infection on the skin same goes for antibacterial creams and as for anti-inflammatory creams, they are to be used in cases of skin allergies or inflammatory conditions.

These products are not to be used on a daily basis. Would you take medicines for malaria when you don't feel ill or Panadol, when you don't have a headache or fever?

When you abuse a cream such as funbact a, Skineal or epiderm on a very regular basis and in the absence of infections here's what you're really doing.

1. Short-lived relief: Yes, your skin looks really good in the meantime, no pimples/acne blemishes but soon enough, the product will become ineffective and you'll be back to square one.
2. Your Skins natural protection: Your skin is supposed t be able to protect itself from infections, but with repeated abuse of antibiotic, antifungal or anti-inflammatory creams, your skins natural protective barrier is destroyed and you become more prone to skin infections.
3. Skin Damage: Excessive use of these products would lead to skin damage and regardless of how much makeup you wear, you won't be able to fix it.
Some creams containing anti-inflammatory compounds will cause your face to begin to sag long before you're old enough to have a sagging face :(

Caring for your skin:
1. Avoid excessive use of medicated soaps, antiseptics and medicated creams.
2. Find soap-free products for your shower and use products in the right pH.
(Sebamed is a good example)

3. Take vitamin C lots of water and avoid foods that make u break out.
There's this really good vitamin supplement called Trevo.
I talked about it in my last post. Its very high in antioxidants and has proven to be very good for the skin. I have used this product and I can say it really works.

To order a bottle go to: www.trevocorporate.com/coach/trevohealthng..... Fill your details in the short form on the left and you'll be attended to.

To get sebamed skincare products, walk into a supermarket/store in your neighbourhood.

Do have a lovely rest of your weekend.

Yours Truly,
Aunty Nurse

Join the Trevolution!

Dear Aunty Nurse Readers,

I trust you've had a good week so far.


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This sets up a chain reaction which can cause substantial biological damage – damage such as premature ageing and a large number of debilitating diseases. When this reaction is uncontrolled, it can generate millions of free radicals within seconds – damaging key enzymes, cell membranes and even the chromosomes that store our genetic material (DNA).

Free radicals have been implicated in most known diseases of mankind, but especially in the chronic, degenerative diseases associated with the ageing process. According to The New York Times, free radicals can be linked to over 60 chronic, debilitating diseases. They can also cause severe reduction in cell function, DNA damage, and even the premature death of a cell.

Fortunately, our bodies have a built-in free radical fighting mechanism known as the antioxidant defense system which is comprised of specialized enzymes. In order to protect our bodies, however, these enzymes need help from antioxidant nutrients.
These antioxidants protect the cells of your body against free radical damage by providing a layer of protection for the cells and tissues of the body; much like a fresh coat of wax helps protect a car’s finish.

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First aid for Burns... What to do

Dear Aunty Nurse Readers,
Hope you're having a good week.  Some years ago, I was boiling some water in a little bucket when I went to turn it off, the unfortunate happened. It spilled and burned my feet. it was so painful. I tried my best to avoid rubbing it.
I didn't know what else to do, I just cried and waited for it to cool off on its own. For some reason, I believed that water would make it worse.
Just in case you suffer a burn, Here are a few tips for you from the Mayo Clinic.

1st Degree Burn

To distinguish a minor burn from a serious burn, the first step is to determine the extent of damage to body tissues. The three burn classifications of first-degree burn, second-degree burn and third-degree burn will help you determine emergency care.
1st-degree burnThe least serious burns are those in which only the outer layer of skin is burned, but not all the way through.

• The skin is usually red/purple
• Often there is swelling
• Pain sometimes is present

Treat a first-degree burn as a minor burn unless it involves substantial portions of the hands, feet, face, groin or buttocks, or a major joint, which requires emergency medical attention.
2nd-degree burnWhen the first layer of skin has been burned through and the second layer of skin (dermis) also is burned, the injury is called a second-degree burn.

• Blisters develop
• Skin takes on an intensely reddened, splotchy appearance
• There is severe pain and swelling.

If the second-degree burn is no larger than 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) in diameter, treat it as a minor burn. If the burned area is larger or if the burn is on the hands, feet, face, groin or buttocks, or over a major joint, treat it as a major burn and get medical help immediately.
For minor burns, including first-degree burns and second-degree burns limited to an area no larger than 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) in diameter, take the following action:

• Cool the burn. Hold the burned area under cool (not cold) running water for 10 or 15 minutes or until the pain subsides. If this is impractical, immerse the burn in cool water or cool it with cold compresses. Cooling the burn reduces swelling by conducting heat away from the skin. Don't put ice on the burn.
• Cover the burn with a sterile gauze bandage. Don't use fluffy cotton, or other material that may get lint in the wound. Wrap the gauze loosely to avoid putting pressure on burned skin. Bandaging keeps air off the burn, reduces pain and protects blistered skin.
• Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. These include aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), naproxen (Aleve) or acetaminophen (Tylenol, others). Use caution when giving aspirin to children or teenagers. Though aspirin is approved for use in children older than age 2, children and teenagers recovering from chickenpox or flu-like symptoms should never take aspirin. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

3rd Degree Burn... Ouch!!!!!!!!

Minor burns usually heal without further treatment. They may heal with pigment changes, meaning the healed area may be a different color from the surrounding skin. Watch for signs of infection, such as increased pain, redness, fever, swelling or oozing. If infection develops, seek medical help. Avoid re-injuring or tanning if the burns are less than a year old — doing so may cause more extensive pigmentation changes. Use sunscreen on the area for at least a year.
Caution

• Don't use ice. Putting ice directly on a burn can cause a person's body to become too cold and cause further damage to the wound.
• Don't apply egg whites, butter or ointments to the burn. This could cause infection.
• Don't break blisters. Broken blisters are more vulnerable to infection.

3rd-degree burnThe most serious burns involve all layers of the skin and cause permanent tissue damage. Fat, muscle and even bone may be affected. Areas may be charred black or appear dry and white. Difficulty inhaling and exhaling, carbon monoxide poisoning, or other toxic effects may occur if smoke inhalation accompanies the burn.
For major burns, call 911 or emergency medical help. Until an emergency unit arrives, follow these steps:

1. Don't remove burned clothing. However, do make sure the victim is no longer in contact with smoldering materials or exposed to smoke or heat.
2. Don't immerse large severe burns in cold water. Doing so could cause a drop in body temperature (hypothermia) and deterioration of blood pressure and circulation (shock).
3. Check for signs of circulation (breathing, coughing or movement). If there is no breathing or other sign of circulation, begin CPR.
4. Elevate the burned body part or parts. Raise above heart level, when possible.
5. Cover the area of the burn. Use a cool, moist, sterile bandage; clean, moist cloth; or moist cloth towels.

Get a tetanus shot. Burns are susceptible to tetanus. Doctors recommend you get a tetanus shot every 10 years. If your last shot was more than five years ago, your doctor may recommend a tetanus shot booster


Be safe and Have a lovely week ahead,
Signed,
Aunty Nurse

Why she goes crazy at least once every month

Dear Aunty Nurse readers,

I must apologise I have been a way for some time, this is because I've been so busy with my regular job and I must admit that posts take a lot of time and effort to produce. 

Today, I have an interesting topic for you. 

Certain women are known to act crazy/sad/abnormal just before, during or after their periods and research has shown that it could be because 3-8% of women suffer a condition referred to as Premenstural dysphoric disorder. Honestly, after doing some research and stumbling upon this condition, I think I'm going to get myself checked out. lol

 Symptoms 

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Like PMS, premenstrual dysphoric disorder follows a predictable, cyclic pattern. Symptoms begin in the late luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (after ovulation) and end shortly after menstruation begins.

Emotional symptoms are generally present, and in PMDD, mood symptoms are dominant. Substantial disruption to personal relationships is typical for women with PMDD.Anxiety, anger, and depression may also occur. The main symptoms, which can be disabling, include^;

·         feelings of deep sadness or despair

·         feelings of intense tension or anxiety

·         increased intense sensitivity to rejection or criticism

·         panic attacks

·         rapid and severe mood swings, bouts of uncontrollable crying

·         lasting irritability or anger, increased interpersonal conflicts; typically sufferers are unaware of the impact they have on those close to them

·         apathy or disinterest in daily activities and relationships

·         difficulty concentrating

·         chronic fatigue

·         food cravings or binge eating

·         insomnia or hypersomnia; sleeping more than usual, or (in a smaller group of sufferers) being unable to sleep

·         feeling overwhelmed or feelings of being out of control

·         increase or decrease in sex drive

·         increased need for emotional closeness

Common physical symptoms include:

·         breast tenderness or swelling, heart palpitations, headaches, joint or muscle pain, swollen face and nose

·         an altered view of one's body - a sensation of 'bloating', feeling fat or actual weight gain.

·         severe headache

Five or more of these symptoms may indicate PMDD.

What to do

If you experience 5 or more of these symptoms, I suggest that you see a Doctor as soon s you can. Your Doctor might refer you to a psychiatrist if need be.

Have a great day
Signed,
Aunty Nurse

WHO Handwashing.... Do you know how to wash your hands?

Dear Aunty Nurse Blog readers,

I trust you had a great weekend! Have you made a doantion towards the #save bukky intitative. If you haven't plese refer to the previous post for details.

Today's post is all a bout a seemingly simple subject of handwashing. you might wonder why Aunty Nurse wants to give you a lesson on handwashing. This is simply because, staudies in the UK have shown that regular handwshing and sanitization have significantly reduced the spread of diseases in general.

The World Health Organisation teaches a specific method of hadwashing which ensures that all parts of the hand are clean. I've been washing my hands this way since 2008. You should try it to.

You should always have a hand sanitizer within reach so if you can't get to a tap to wash your hands, you'll have a suitable substitute. Teach your kids to wsh their hands this way and you'll spend less money and time in the hospital.

Have a Clean Handed Day!

Signed,
Aunty Nurse