Bones change constanly throughout our lives. They Grow rapidly during childhood and adolescence and, by age 30 reach thier peak weight and density.

Losing bone mass is not a inevitable bones early on, when you can make a difference in how they devlop, you can reduce bone mass loss and the risk for fractures. Though genetics plays a role other risk factors are in your control.

The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends these five steps:

1) Get your recommended daily amounts of calcuim broken up in multiple doses since your body can only absorb 500 mg at a time: Men and Women 14 to 18 years old should have 1300 mg total per day. ****** 19 to 50 years old should have 1000 mg.

2) Do weight-bearing exericises regularly.

3) Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol use.

4) Talk to your health care provider about bone health.

5) Have bone desity screening, if appropriate.

Help your bones today. You will be glade you did tomorrow.

Dropping any extra pounds you are carrying and maintaining a healthy weight can brighten your mood and boost your confidence.  You will also prevent the pitfalls of obesity, which include an increased risk for diabetes, heart disease, stroke and some cancers.  To help you reach your goal, follow these five tips:

Have Fun While You Exercise. The more you enjoy your fitness routine, the more likely you are to stick with it. Vary your workouts and ask others to join you. Jog in the park one day, and go dancing with friends another.

Keep a Food Diary. Tracking what you eat can help you understand your eating habits and where your calories are coming from. Studies have shown that people who jot down what and when they eat tend to lose more weight than those who don't.

Drink Plenty of Water. Drinking at least eaight glasses daily is not only good for your body. It is also a great way to satisfy feelings of hunger without turning to unhealthy snacking and sugary drinks with empty calories.

Add More Protein, Fruits and Vaggies. Aim to include these in every meal. These foods offer a smart way to fill up without packing on calories, and they contain valuable nutrition for your body.

Treat Yourself Occasionally. Don't be too though on yourself. It is OK to enjoy your favorite dessert or snack every once in while. Including occasionally will help you stick to all the other healthy choise you are making.

Swine Flu or H1N1

1) What is 2009 H1N1 influenza?

 2009 H1N1 influenza (also called Swine Flu) is caused by a new stain of virus. It has been spread into many countires. Like other flu viruses, 2009 H1N1 spread from person to person through coughing, sneezing, and sometimes through touching objects contaminated with virus.

Signs of 2009 H1N1 can include: 

• Fatigue
• Fever
• Sore Throat
• Muscle Aches
• Chills
• Coughing
• Sneezing

Some people also have diarrhea and vomiting. Most people feel better within a week. But some people get pneumonia or other serious illnesses. Some people have to go to hospital, get admit in hospital and some die.

2) How is 2009 H1N1 different from other regular flu?

 Seasonal flu viruses change from year to year, but they are closely related to each other. People who have had flu infections in the past usually have some immunity to seasonal flu viruses (their bodies have built up ability to fight off the viruses).

The 2009 H1N1 flu is a new flu virus. It is very different from seasonal flu viruses. Most peopl have little or no immunity to 2009 H1N1 flu (their bodies are not prepared to fight off the virus).

3) 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine.

 Vaccines are available to protect against 2009 H1N1 influenza.

• These vaccine are made just like seasonal flu vaccines.
• They are expected to be as safe and effective as seasonal flu vaccines.
• They will not prevent "influenza-like" illnesses caused by other viruses.
• They will not prevent seasonal flu. You should also get seasonal influenza vaccine, if you want to be protected against seasonal flu.

Inactivated vaccine (vaccine that has killed virus in it) is injected into the muscle, like the annual flu shot. This article describe the inacticated vaccine.

A live, intranasal vaccine (the nasal spray vaccine) is also available. You need to talk to your doctor.

Some inactivated 2009 H1N1 Vaccine contains a preservative called thimerosal to keep it free from germs. Some people have suggested that thimerosal might be related to autism. In 2004 a group of experts at the Institute of Medicine reviewed many studies looking into this theory, and found no association between thimerosal and autism. Additional studies since then reached the same conclusion.

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