Steven Schwaitzberg: A universal translator for surgeons

Laparoscopic surgery uses minimally invasive incisions -- which means less pain and shorter recovery  times for patients.

But Steven Schwaitzberg has run into two problems teaching these techniques to surgeons around  the world -- language and distance. 

He shares how a new technology, which combines video conferencing and a real-time universal translator, could help. (Filmed at TEDxBeaconStreet.)

Source: TED.COM

Health Benefits of Grapes Juice

1) Flavonoids found in grape juice raise the level of HDL (good)
cholesterol. This prevents blockage of arteries and the heart remains healthy.

2) Resveratrol found in grape juice prevents the formation of tumors
in the body. So this prevents cancer. Purple-colored grape juice
prevents breast cancer.

3) By drinking this juice, the levels of nitric oxide is increased in the
body which reduces the formation of clots in blood vessels. This reduces chances of heart attacks.

4) Drinking grape juice daily helps in lowering blood pressure.

   

5) Grape juice has anti-aging properties and it also helps to
reduce weight.

6) Antioxidants present in grape juicerepair damaged cells and
also prevent them from further damage.

7) Cough and acidity remain away from the person who drinks
grape juice regularly.

8) Taking grape juice in the morning without sugar helpsin curing migraine. It is a good home remedy for migraine.

9) Grape juice cures blood disorders and is a very good purifier of blood. Itflushes out harmful toxins from the body.

10) Grape juice also cures constipation problem as it acts as a good laxative.

11) Red colored grape juice has strong antiviral and antibacterial properties. So it saves from different infections.

12) Grape juice has been foundto be very effective in asthma treatment due to its eminent therapeutic value.


13) Antioxidants present in grape juice can help in preventing aging
related problems like Alzheimer’s disease.

14) The purple grape juice helps in fighting atherosclerosis.

15) Antioxidants present in grape juice boost the immune system.

Please Check your bad cholesterol

Keep your bad cholesterol level below 70mg / dl if you are at risk of hert disease or stroke, say new US guidelines. Earlier international recommendations had put the bad cholesterol (low density lipoprotein or LDL) upper limit at 100mg / dl.

Those at risk include people diagnosed with heart disease , diabetes and those who have at least two risk factors for heart disease, such as obesity, smoking, family history of heart attack, inactive lifestyle or high blood pleassure.

Experts in India, however, say keeping LDL under 80 mg / dl is good enough, provided you ensure that your good cholesterol (high density lipoprotein or HDL ) stays over 50 mg / dl. Total cholesterol should not exceed 180 mg / dl.

More than total cholesterol, the ratio of total cholesterol and HDL is a more accurate indicator of heart disease, Below 3 is ideal, below 4 is acceptable, but ratio over 4.5 indicates heart disease”, says Dr.Srinath Reddy, head of cardiology, AIIMS. Factors that lower HDL are smoking, diabetes, high triglycerides, abdominal obesity and lack of exercise.

 

The US government recommendations say that all those at risk of heart attack would benefit from taking cholesterol-lowering drugs such as stains to keep their LDL level below 100 mg / dl.

Source:Indian Medical Association.

Reasons to know your blood group

Blood contains various factors, which determine its group or type. Depending on the group, individual may or may not be compatible with that of another. 

While it is generally known that the blood group typing of the donor and the recipient is a must before blood transfusion, there are everyday life situations in which we need to know our blood group. Before entering the wedlock it is advisable to check the blood group and RH type.

Some ailments such as ulcers in the alimentary canal may cause internal bleeding, needing blood transfusion.

Commuting day-to-day in the increasing pace of life, is becoming more and more risky. The accident rate has increased. Whether one is driving a vehicle or traveling in it or is a pedestrian crossing the road accident is the possibility.

"Your blood group/type is your own and does not change through out the life. It is a part of the identity".

Source: Indian Medical Association

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10 Best Reasons To Get Healthy Fitness Level

Everyone you meet nowadays will tell you to get fitter and healthier, and for good reason too. Having a high fitness level not only means that you lose weight and look better, but it also has a number of health benefits that will help you live a better life

.

The top 10 reasons why you should try and improve your fitness level are:

 1. When you are healthy and fit, you will feel more energetic. So even after a long day at work, you will have the energy to spend quality time with family and friends instead of simply crashing in front of the idiot box.

 2. A healthy fitness level makes you look good and young. With a healthy fitness level, your body will be toned and you will neither be under nor overweight. A well proportioned body and toned muscles will make you beautiful both inside and out.

 3. When you are healthy with a high fitness level, both your mind and your body function better. You achieve and do more in less time and are more efficient.

 4. By maintaining a healthy fitness level, you ward off a large number of lifestyle related ailments like type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, migraines, back and muscle problems and pains, arthritis and other heart and immune system related problems.

 5. A high level of fitness leads to increased stamina. This means that you actually have more energy to do what you love in life, be it dancing, playing with your kids, indulging in your favorite sport or putting your heart and soul in your own business.

 6. By being fit, you lessen the risk of injury and muscle and bone related ailments. Since you will need to exercise regularly to maintain a healthy fitness level, your bone density and muscle density and strength will increase over a period of time, making you less susceptible to injuries.

 7. With a healthy fitness level, you will age better. Stronger bones and muscles and a healthy constitution will ensure that age related ailments like arthritis, osteoporosis, asthma, heart diseases and low stamina and energy have the least effect on your body.

 8. When you have a healthy fitness level, you will feel happy. This is because exercising releases feel good hormones or endorphins, which will give you a high and make you feel better and happier throughout the day. Being fit has been known to counteract depression and anxiety as well.

 9. Your risk of cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and some cancers is alleviated if you maintain a healthy fitness level. This means that you will live longer with a high fitness level.

 10. Being healthy and fit is its own reward! When you are disease free and happy; when you are the perfect weight for your height and when you have the energy to do anything that you want for as long as you want it, then you are one of the luckiest people on this earth.

Cherish being healthy and if you are not, then start on the way to health and fitness today!

 

Source:healthreviser.com

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