Indian Women Health with Manisha Koirala’s Exemplary in View

National Women’s Health Week! It’s that period of the year which begins on Mother’s Day to encourage women of all age to take control of their health and lead a healthier life, standing as an inspiring model for all women across the country. But, what if women themselves put down their guards and leave their health and dignity at stake? What example are they going to portray before the rest of the women of their country, or their family? Wake up, ladies!

Manisha Koirala Unites with UNFPA to Aid ‘Nepal Earthquake’ Affected Females

More than breaking news, this is “breaking views” on how women should be supported in her adverse times. Infants, girls, new mothers, pregnant women, and young people hit by the devastating earthquake in Nepal witnessed on April 25, 2015 will receive support from the Bollywood actress, who had married a Nepali businessman earlier.

The ex-ovarian cancer celebrity victim has joined hands with United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), formerly the United Nations Fund for Population Activities, who is working alongside Nepal’s government to supply care and assistance for the 2 million women of reproductive age affected by the catastrophe.

“Our efforts must be sustained well into the future, and must be adequately and consistently resourced. We are very grateful to Manisha for her dedication and commitment, and look forward to working together strategically both now and in the future,” exclaimed Giulia Vallese, UNFPA representative (Nepal) who is also keen on making available “dignity kits which contain essential items to restore a sense of dignity and well-being for displaced women and girls – including sanitary pads, a flashlight, and new clothes.”

Honored by Vallese as “spokesperson for our (UNFPA’s) cause,” the actress noted, “I am struck by the impact UNFPA’s work is already having in several of the most-affected districts.”

Certainly we need wholehearted people like Koirala who would be a model for the “so-called” weaker sex in India and even abroad just as Oklahoma City Indian Clinic.

Health Tips by OKCIC for Women in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s & 50’s

“Women should make their own health a priority, no matter how old they are,” commented OKCIC’s CEO Robyn Sunday-Allen. “We want to empower women to take control of their health and ensure they’re gaining the information and taking the steps they need to lead longer, healthier lives.”

Missioned to extend access to quality health care to American Indians, Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is an initiative taken to fill the cracks of lack of insurance coverage, shortage of primary care physicians, and over-crowded emergency rooms.

Here are some health measures recommended by OKCIC for women to have a healthier lifestyle:

For women in 20’s

• Achieve bone mass: Almost 90% of bone mass is achieved during a woman’s 20’s. You should aim to consume 1,000 IU of vitamin D and 1,200 mg of calcium every day
• Form healthy habits: Bad habits are hard to break and good habits formed during your 20’s will endure for a lifetime. Exercise and eat healthy
• Conduct regular checkups: It’s a healthy way to get hold of problems early before they aggravate

For women in 30’s

• Avoid sleep deprivation: 7-8 hours of sleep/day is a must to keep stress, high blood pressure, and weakened immunity at bay
• Muscle up: It’s not just a “guy” thing! Neither are you expected to go hunky like a guy. Add fitness routines to your lifestyle to build lean muscles and increase your metabolic rate
• Balance your metabolism: At 35, your metabolism would probably start hitting a low leading to weight gain. Exercise and dietary changes could be of great help to attain appropriate metabolism

For women in 40’s

• Check for diabetes: 40’s are usually endangered with the risk of diabetes, although it can occur at any given age if a healthy lifestyle is not followed. The key here is to stay active and manage your weight
• Be nutrition conscious: Focus on keeping your heart healthy and adding fiber along with omega-3 to your diet
• Performing regular mammograms: Screen and diagnose for breast cancer with mammography. Have a word with your physician as to when to begin routine mammograms

For women in 50’s & beyond

• Talk about menopause: 51 is generally the age women experience menopause which is linked with emotional and physical challenges. Visit your doctor for treatment options
• Get flu shots: Aging could expose the risk of flu complications. You need to get vaccinated
• Know your heart score: Your body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, and cholesterol (LDL, HDL) need to be checked regularly

Surely, these tips should help you as a woman to follow healthy living and stand as an exemplary for your fellow sex members.

Pregnant Smokers can Abstain Relapse with Breastfeeding

The abysmal craving towards smoking tobacco or nicotine could be back-breaking to avoid even when you know there’s a life developing in your womb, and that it could stand as a menace for you and your baby. Nonetheless, the power of motherhood could possibly help you march over your odious addictions.

“Breastfeeding seems to be a protective factor against increases in smoking after childbirth, so interventions should educate women about breastfeeding to maximize effectiveness,” explained Research Institute on Addictions’ (University at Buffalo) Shannon Shisler. “Supporting women through at least three months of breastfeeding may have long-term benefits in terms of smoking reduction.”

Now, breastfeeding could not only supply health benefits to your baby, but also rehabilitation advantages to you as a new mother if you’re an addict. According to a precise study issued in the journal Nicotine & Tobacco Research, new mothers relapsed to half and above their preconception smoking levels by the 9 months after birthing even though they curbed smoking during pregnancy. On the other hand, those who breastfed their babies for the least of first 3 months post-birthing overcame the urge to pick up their prior smoking habits.

The study, which examined breastfeeding, partner involvement in smoking, and substance use, assessed 168 new mothers who were surveyed right from their first prenatal appointments until 9 months post their birthing.

Having argued the benefits of breastfeeding over smoking relapse after giving birth, the baby still stays in the jeopardy of nibbling health issues due to secondhand smoke exposure such as type 2 diabetes and SIDS.