#if you get a headache or dizziness or nausea or excessive sweating you need to cool down asap. shade. ac if possible. fluids.

[hylianengineer]

I'm really mad about how my university is handling the heat wave - or rather, not handling it. They haven't sent out any notices or warnings. They haven't told people what safety precautions they should be taking. They are flat-out refusing to acknowledge this as a public safety risk.

EXTREME HEAT IS A SAFETY RISK! Heat related illness can KILL PEOPLE!

But we're not gonna talk about that. We'll complain about the weather like we always do and then we'll move on with our lives.

[allcoastac]

Understanding and Treating 4 Heat-Related Illnesses

When people talk about summertime, they can already feel the waves of the ocean and the heat. However, for some, it is not always the case. When summertime comes, they can already feel the heat because of not having an air conditioner at home. With this, they invest in air conditioning installation Sydney services to give them comfort and a cold breeze when the sun comes out. Those with sensitive health to the heat might encounter any of the following, so be mindful:

Heat Rash

Cause/s: Heat rash can be caused by many things, like tight clothing and occlusive skincare products. But if it is related to the heat, the rash happens because the sweat ducts are blocked. The hot and humid weather can make the body produce more sweat, blocking them. Immature sweat ducts can also be a cause of this illness.

Sign/s and Symptom/s: You will easily recognise heat rash because it appears red or pink in the affected area. However, the colour is just one of the signs. If it gets more severe, there could be small bumps occurring on the skin. They might become itchy or irritated, especially when scratched. Pain might also become unbearable, and there is a prickling sensation when it worsens.

Treatment/s: It is suggested to keep the affected area dry and cool to lessen the pain and itchiness. For worsened conditions, there might be creams or lotions you need to apply.

Heat Cramps

Cause/s: Heat cramps are because of muscle contractions after doing physical activities during the hot weather. Though it cannot happen immediately, the body has certain limitations that will tell you it needs to rest. Heat cramps commonly occur because of dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, sweat loss, and intense physical activity.

Sign/s and Symptom/s: Once your muscles start to feel pain or twitch, it is a sign to stop for a while and take a rest. Since the muscle contractions are involuntary, you will not anticipate how much pain and contraction it can do. The affected muscles can be hard or tense, so massage them lightly. Aside from the muscles, other symptoms you have or will experience heat cramps are excessive sweating, fatigue, and nausea.

Treatment/s: Resting in a cool place can help with excessive sweating. It is also better if you drink water or other drinks that have electrolyte solutions. If the muscles start to twitch, massage them lightly to make the muscles feel relaxed.

Heat Exhaustion

Cause/s: When the heat becomes unbearable, you will feel easily exhausted. Some of its causes are dehydration, excessive sweating, and excessive physical activity. People who are taking medications can also become a target of this illness.

Sign/s and Symptom/s: You will easily know that you are experiencing heat exhaustion because the signs are visible. Some are heavy sweating, weakness or fatigue, dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, headache, and pale skin. If any of these are happening to you, do not ignore them.

Treatment/s: Even if you are not doing anything, the heat can make you tired and weak. Drinking fluids and applying cool compresses to the skin can help lessen the heat. Moving to a cool place, like a room with an air conditioner is also a great way to help you relax and be comfortable.

Heat Stroke

Cause/s: If there is one heat-related problem that many people will recognise, it is heat stroke. It happens when a person is exposed to high temperatures, dehydration, physical exertion in hot environments, wearing excessive clothing, and poor air circulation.

Sign/s and Symptom/s: The signs of heat stroke can include high body temperature or hyperthermia, hot and dry skin, headache, rapid pulse, altered mental state or behaviour, nausea, and rapid breathing. Do not ignore these signs as they can cause more serious issues in your body.

Treatment/s: Seeking immediate medical help is necessary to ensure it will not worsen. The professionals will monitor your vital signs until they are sure that you are okay. To prevent being in this situation, keeping some cold packs or cold water will help. If you are sensitive to heat, going to places with air conditioners is a way.

Air conditioners are not just for cold breeze and comfort. They can also help relieve and prevent some heat-related illnesses from occurring. Understanding the differences will also keep you alert about what is happening in your surroundings.

[travelwithcharita]

How to avoid mountain sickness on high altitude treks? 

Dear trekkers,

When you are trekking in the high altitudes you must stay informed about the high-altitude sickness that can affect anyone. In today’s newsletter, we are going to share important information on the different high-altitude sicknesses that can affect trekkers and how you can avoid being affected by them. We are also going to familiarize you on the safety protocols that Trek The Himalayas team follows meticulously to ensure our trekkers stay safe in the high altitudes. 

High-altitude sickness, including Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), and High-Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE), can be serious conditions when trekking at high elevations. 

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS):

Commonly known as AMS, Acute Mountain Sickness is a condition that can affect trekkers after gaining altitude, especially if the altitude gain is rapid. 

Common symptoms: headache, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, and difficulty sleeping. 

Preventive measures: AMS can be prevented by gradually ascending to high altitudes, taking breaks on the way up, and avoiding certain medications. If symptoms do occur, it is important to descend immediately to a lower elevation until symptoms subside.

High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE):

High altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is a condition where excess fluid builds up in the lungs due to high altitude. It can be life-threatening if left untreated. 

Common symptoms: shortness of breath, cough, chest tightness, blue fingernails, and fluid buildup in the lungs. HAPE is caused by fluid accumulation in the small air sacs of the lungs, which can happen at high altitudes above 8,000 feet. 

Preventive measures: Treatment includes descending to a lower altitude, using oxygen, and sometimes medication. Other preventive measures include acclimatization to high altitudes, avoiding dehydration, and not exerting yourself too strenuously.

High-Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE):

High altitude cerebral edema (HACE) is a rare but serious condition that can occur in people who go to high altitudes, typically above 8,000 feet. It is caused by fluid accumulating in the brain, which can lead to swelling, headaches, and confusion.

Common symptoms: HACE symptoms may also include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and loss of coordination. 

Preventive measures: HACE can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. It is important to descend to a lower altitude as soon as possible if you experience any of these symptoms.

While being informed is necessary, do not get alarmed. There are a number of steps that you can follow to help avoid these issues:

Gradual Acclimatization: Ascend slowly to allow your body time to acclimatize to the decrease in oxygen levels. All our trek itineraries at TTH are designed to give you enough breather that ensure your body gets proper rest and acclimatisation. 

Hydration: Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated, but avoid alcohol and caffeine consumption completely. Proper hydration helps your body adjust to the altitude.

Balanced Diet: Maintain a well-balanced diet with a mix of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. This provides essential nutrients and energy needed for physical exertion at high altitudes. While we are known to offer nutritious food during our treks that take care of your hydration and nutritional requirements, we encourage you to keep trail mix for munching during the trek.

Avoid Overexertion: Pace yourself during the trek. Overexertion can lead to fatigue and increase the risk of altitude sickness. Listen to your body, take breaks, and ensure adequate rest. 

Proper Clothing: Dress in layers to adapt to changing temperatures. Protect yourself from the cold and sweat to prevent uncomfortable conditions. 

Adequate Sleep: Ensure you get enough sleep to allow your body to recover. Lack of sleep can contribute to the symptoms of altitude sickness.

Awareness of Symptoms: Be aware of the symptoms of altitude sickness, including headache, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. Inform your trek leaders immediately whenever you get any of the symptoms.

How TTH teams are prepared to safeguard our trekkers?

Knowledge is the unbeatable key to avoid adverse situations. All our trek leaders are certified mountaineers and advanced First Aid Wilderness Responders. They are meticulously trained and lead the team in a manner that are geared towards preventing mountain sicknesses. 

At TTH we follow the 5 golden thumb rules to avoid mountain sicknesses:

Rule 1#

Acclimatization – We ensure that we follow an itinerary that offers our trekkers enough breather to get their bodies acclimatized in the high altitudes. We take into account extra acclimatization days and acclimatization walks. 

Rule 2#

Hydration – We insist our trekkers intake 4-5 ltrs of fluid, whether water or liquid food for hydration. This ensures acclimatization, as well. If someone’s lung capacity is weak that can be countered by staying hydrated. 

Rule 3#

No sleep at day time – Our trek leaders at TTH always give priority to body’s natural capacity for acclimatization. For this purpose, our bodies need to stay active at day time. Sleeping at day time will slow down the acclimatization process. 

Rule 4#

Climb high - sleep low - During the day we may gain considerable altitude, however, camps are always set at a lower place. Acclimatization walks are arranged to ensure our trekkers get acclimatized.

Rule 5#

No smoking & drinking of alcohol – At TTH we strictly follow no smoking and no alcohol policies. Both of these can degrade health rapidly especially in the high altitudes, leading to altitude sickness. 

First aid kit & other important safety equipment:

At TTH for every trek our team carries a first aid kit, oxygen cylinder, stretcher, and ropes, which help in case of emergency descent for any trekkers hit by altitude sickness. However, all our trek leaders and even our kitchen staff are certified Wilderness First Aid Responders and can offer primary aid to the affected person. 

Remember, everyone reacts differently to high altitudes, and there is no guaranteed way to avoid altitude sickness entirely. It's crucial to prioritize your health and safety, and if symptoms persist, descend to lower elevations promptly. 

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All You Need to Know About Sun Stroke Prevention

Sun stroke is a serious health condition that can have devastating consequences if it is not managed and treated properly. It occurs when the body is exposed to an excessive amount of heat, leading to a state of hyperthermia or “overheating”. Without adequate sun stroke prevention, your body can become dangerously hot and suffer from a multitude of symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, dizziness, headache, and even confusion or unconsciousness.

Whether you’re spending your summer at the beach, hiking through the woods, working in the garden, or even running errands around town on a hot day; understanding how to prevent sun stroke is essential for safe summer activities. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide on sun stroke prevention.

We’ll cover everything from understanding the signs and symptoms of sun stroke to preventative measures you can take to protect yourself and those around you. By taking all these tips into consideration while enjoying outdoor activities this summer, you can reduce your risk of suffering from sun stroke and stay cool in even the hottest conditions.

Recognizing the Signs of Sun Stroke

It is important to recognize the signs of sun stroke and take preventive measures to avoid this medical condition. Sun stroke, also known as heat stroke, is a form of hyperthermia caused by extreme sun exposure. It can occur in hot weather and when physical activity pushes your body beyond its normal limits.

The signs of sun stroke include:

Feeling faint or dizzy when exposed to prolonged sunlight

Flushed skin

Rapid breathing and heart rate

Nausea and vomiting

High body temperature (above 104° F)

Confusion or disorientation

Headache and muscle cramps

If you experience any of these symptoms it is important to take immediate action. You should move out of direct sunlight, find a cool place to rest, drink plenty of fluids and seek medical attention if needed. Preventing sun stroke is easier than recovering from it, so taking steps to protect yourself from the heat is essential for reducing the chances of getting this potentially severe condition.

Tips for Sun Stroke Prevention

Sun stroke prevention is key to enjoying the outdoors and staying healthy. There are several ways that you can protect yourself from sun stroke, and it’s important to take these precautions year-round.

Here are some of the best tips for preventing sun stroke:

Seek shade whenever possible, especially when the sun is at its strongest during the day.

Apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher before going outside, and reapply every two hours or after swimming.

Wear a hat and sunglasses to keep your head and eyes protected from UV rays.

Dress in light-colored clothing with long sleeves and pants to minimize skin exposure.

Drink plenty of fluids, even when you’re not thirsty, as dehydration can increase your risk of heat exhaustion or sun stroke.

By following these simple steps, you can protect yourself from sun stroke and enjoy outdoor activities without worry!

What to Do if Someone Has Heat Exhaustion

If you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat exhaustion, the first step is to move to a shady or cool area. It’s also important to drink lots of cool liquids – water is the most common choice, but sports drinks can also help replenish electrolytes.

It’s also important to remove any excess clothing, and you may even want to apply cool compresses or soak your clothing in cold water. Applying a damp cloth to the body can help reduce skin temperature and promote sweat evaporation.

Finally, it’s important to rest and relax in the cool area until symptoms subside. If symptoms do not improve after 30 minutes or if they worsen, it may be time to seek medical attention so that more serious health complications can be avoided.

The Effectiveness of Sunscreen for Sun Stroke Protection

When it comes to preventing sun stroke, sunscreen is a must! UV-protecting sunscreens can block out up to 97 percent of the sun’s harmful rays, helping to protect you from sunburns, blistering and other skin damage. It’s important to remember that it isn’t just about thick layers of sunscreen either – you also need to apply it on a regular basis. Reapply every two hours or immediately after swimming or sweating, whichever comes first.

Look for a sunscreen that provides both UVA and UVB protection with an SPF of at least 30 (the higher the better!). There are also many brands with special formulas created specifically for people with sensitive skin or allergies. A few ingredients you may want to avoid include oxybenzone, phthalates and synthetic fragrances.

Lastly, consider using clothing with UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) rating as an extra layer of protection against the sun’s rays. You can find items like hats and long sleeved shirts specially designed for this purpose in many stores these days. Taking these extra steps will ensure that your skin stays protected from the sun’s damaging rays and reduce your risk for heat sickness and sun stroke.

Natural Home Remedies for Treating Sun Stroke

When you’re spending time outdoors in the summer heat, it can be easy to forget that overexposure to the sun’s rays can have dangerous consequences. Heat stroke is a serious condition that can develop if you’re exposed to high temperatures for too long. Fortunately, there are tools and home remedies available that can help you stay safe while enjoying sunny days.

Keep Hydrated

It’s essential to drink plenty of water throughout hot days. Keeping your body hydrated is a key factor in preventing heat stroke, as well as keeping your body temperature regulated and avoiding dehydration due to sweat losses. You don’t necessarily need sports drinks – although they contain electrolytes – just make sure to drink enough water or other hydrating beverages like tea or juice.

Eat Light Meals

You don’t want your body working over time to digest heavy meals on hot summer days. It’s best to stick with light meals, with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables for vitamins and minerals, as well as small portions of protein-rich foods such as fish, eggs and nuts. Eating light will help you keep your energy levels up without having extra fluids be used up for digestion processes.

These are just a few tips that can help prevent the onset of sun stroke on hot summer days. Along with staying hydrated and eating light meals, it’s important to wear protective clothing when outdoors, and take break indoors in a cool place when necessary – especially during peak hours of direct sunlight.

When to Seek Professional Medical Care for Sun Stroke

Though depending on the severity of the symptoms, many cases of sunstroke can be handled at home, there are certain instances when medical attention should be sought right away. If you experience any of the following, you should call for professional help:

Vomiting

Chest Pain

Feeling Disoriented

Severe Headache

Difficulty Breathing

Loss of Consciousness

Rapid Heartbeat

It’s best to be safe than sorry when it comes to treating a sun stroke. If you have any doubts or have not seen any improvement in the condition after a few hours, it is highly recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Doing so can save your life and prevent long term complications that may arise from prolonged exposure to heat.

Conclusion

Sun stroke is a dangerous health condition that can manifest itself in various ways. It is important to take precautions against sun exposure and heat, especially during summer months when the UV radiation and temperatures are at their highest. These precautions include wearing the right clothing, regularly applying sunscreen, staying hydrated and avoiding certain activities in the peak hours of the day. Additionally, people should also be aware of the signs of sun stroke and seek medical attention if needed. By taking these safety measures, you can reduce your risk of developing sun stroke and keeping yourself safe.

[besthydrationdrinks]

What Is Heat Exhaustion, And What Are Its Symptoms?

There will be excessive heat in June and July, and you will be facing the scorching sun. You will need energy and hydrating drinks to beat the heat exhaustion.

Staying hydrated and making your body feel fresh is essential during this period. 

An overheated body brings on the condition of heat exhaustion, and a fast pulse and profuse sweating are possible symptoms. Heat exhaustion is one of three disorders brought on by excessive heat, with heat cramps being the least dangerous and heatstroke being the most serious. In this article, we will discuss the symptoms of heat exhaustion and the dehydration treatment for dehydration. 

What are the causes of the heat illness?

The significant causes of heat dehydration are:

To be in the hot and humid places for a longer time.

The other reason is to perform laborious work in extreme temperatures.

Not consuming any electrolyte drinks during the summer.

 When you are sweating heavily.

What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion?

Heat exhaustion symptoms can appear quickly or develop gradually, especially after intense exertion.

 Possible signs of heat exhaustion include:

When it's scalding, you might get goosebumps on cool, damp skin.

Sweating a lot

Faintness

Dizziness

Fatigue

Fast and weak pulse

When standing, low blood pressure occurs

Muscle pain

Nausea

Headache

 What is the treatment available for dehydration?

Of course, after reading the symptoms, you can determine whether or not they apply to you. When you start identifying the symptoms, it becomes easier to concern the doctor and to treat with the treatment. Rehydrating the body's fluid helps store and is necessary to treat dehydration. 

Clear liquids like water, clear broths, frozen water or ice pops, or sports beverages can be consumed to achieve this. 

However, to rehydrate, some dehydrated patients will need intravenous fluids. 

Dehydrated people should not consume coffee, tea, and sodas.

Dehydration's underlying reasons should be treated with the right medication in addition to dehydration itself. This may include over-the-counter or online medications like anti-diarrhea, anti-emetics (to stop vomiting), and anti-fever medications.

How to prevent heat exhaustion?

Here are some tips that help you prevent heat exhaustion.

You should be able to avoid dehydration by drinking enough liquids and eating meals with high water content, like fruits and vegetables.

You must be cautious when engaging in physical activity during excessive heat or the hottest day. 

Anyone exercising should prioritize restoring moisture with drinks.

The extremely young and elderly should receive additional consideration to ensure they receive enough fluids because they are most at risk for dehydration.

Summing it up :

We hope you like the article and understand the need to stay hydrated and what can be the way to be hydrated. The best way to prevent heat exhaustion is to remember to keep hydrated when feeling low. It will be good to have atleast 3 liters of water atleast to keep safe from heat stroke.

Article Source : https://www.healthewriting.com/what-is-heat-exhaustion-and-what-are-its-symptoms/

[sharkcougarhawksnakescorpion]

So I’ve noticed that there haven’t been so many posts crossing my dash to help our European friends deal with this heat wave. Just in case y’all don’t remember from last year’s flood of advice for folks in the Pacific Northwest, here’s a list.

1. Stay hydrated. Water is good but it may not be enough. Fruits like watermelon, grapes, and oranges can help replace stuff you lose through sweat. Pedialyte, Gatorade, Powerade or other sports drinks or electrolyte drinks are literally life savers. Avoid alcoholic beverages.

2. Don’t forget creatures! Make sure your pets stay hydrated. Fill bowls with water for strays/wildlife. Put them in the shade to help stave off evaporation. Shallow dishes with pebbles work for insects like bees and butterflies. They’ll be suffering, too.

3. Reduce trips to only what is necessary and go very early or very late, if you can. If you must go out during the day, wear lightweight, loose fitting clothing and sunscreen. Hats help, too. Stick to the shade as much as possible.

4. Make sure your vehicle, if you have one, has fuel and coolant. You do not want to get stuck.

5. A damp cloth on the back of the neck can help keep you cool, so can a damp shirt. Take cool baths or showers. On really hot days I dunk my head and tie my hair up off my neck.

6. Advice from a southerner (American) without AC. Once the temperature hits 95°F (35°C), a fan is probably just going to blow hot air around. Open your windows at night to try and get cooler air in and block the sun out during the day with blackout curtains, blinds, or even a dark sheet.

7. Heat can dampen your appetite, but you still need to eat. Break out the charcuterie. You can hit all the necessary food groups without heating up your kitchen. You’ll feel better if you refuel.

8. Signs of heat exhaustion are headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, excessive sweating, muscle cramping, elevated breathing/pulse, elevated temp, and extreme thirst. Get out of the sun/heat immediately and cool down. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Heat exhaustion doesn’t mean a trip to the hospital unless it turns into

9. Heatstroke, which has symptoms that include high temperature (40°C), incoherence, throbbing headache, dry, hot skin, nausea and vomiting, rapid pulse/breathing. A person suffering from heatstroke may seem drunk. Immediately call emergency services. Move the affected individual into a cooler place, remove excess clothing and cool them down by any means necessary. Dump water on them. Move them into a tub with cold water. Put ice packs (frozen veg works in a pinch) at their neck, armpits and groin. Whatever you can do will help.

Stay safe friends. Anyone who wants to add to the list (or translate any of the existing list), feel free.

[macgyvermedical]

For the Last Time- Nerve Agents are NOT the Only Chemical Weapons: a “Golden Lancehead, Etc...” Science Review

So this one is probably going to be shorter than other ones I’ve done for this show, but having conveniently just refreshed my hospital decon team certification, taken a cumulative exam in EHS, and watched this episode (I’m a tad behind), I needed to do some talking on it.

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To recap, after Oversight’s death from cancer (season 5 has an absolutely wild timeline so far), Mac seeks out the help of former classmate Frankie to help him develop a new treatment modality based on the venom of a very rare, critically endangered lancehead viper. The venom is extremely dangerous, and can also, it turns out, be chemically altered to become a very potent nerve agent. Frankie unknowingly provides the information to create the nerve agent to the episode’s bad guy, and the race is on to stop the agent from being released into an airport and poisoning a bunch of people.

Intro to the Golden Lancehead

Since the episode centers around the Golden Lancehead Viper, we should probably start by talking about what they are:

Bozer described the Golden Lancehead as “One of the rarest and deadliest snakes in the world. Found only on one island off the coast of Sao Paulo, the Brazilian Government has made it illegal to transport or own.” Then, quoting a nature documentary: “The golden lancehead’s venom targets the nervous system of it’s prey with pinpoint accuracy- causing blood blisters, intestinal bleeding, tissue necrosis, hemmorrhage...” 

Golden Lanceheads are a real type of snake that really do only live on a tiny island off the coast of Sao Paulo, Brazil. They are 28-inch-long, cream and yellow snakes with a lance-shaped head and a diamond-like pattern of scales.

The island, called Queimada Grande, is uninhabited and travel there is forbidden, an order enforced by the Brazilian Navy. This is both to protect the viper, which is listed as critically endangered, and to protect the humans- given the remoteness of the island and the danger posed by the wildlife, it would be very dangerous for rescuers to come find you if you became injured or were bitten by any of the multiple venomous creatures that live there.

In the episode, Mac and Frankie travel to a pet shop in Sao Paulo to collect a sample of the venom from an illegally acquired snake. In real life, there is a lucrative black market for the species, which can fetch up to $30,000 per snake, meaning Mac paying $20,000 for a sample of venom would not have been necessarily unheard-of.

The pet shop owner tells them that the person who ventured to the island died from a bite, describing it as (paraphrased) “his face swelled, blood poured from everywhere, and even though they cut off his arm to try to save him at the hospital, he died anyway.”

Due in all likelihood to the fact that the island is uninhabited and forbidden, there has never actually been an official documented bite in a human from this species (though unofficial reports suggest it can indeed be deadly). Chemical analysis of the venom indicates it is likely the most potent and fastest-acting venom of it’s genus, though it is likely a lot more effective at killing birds and large insects than mammals given its primary choice of prey.

Bites from other vipers in its genus run a mortality rate of between 3% (with medical care) and 7% (without medical care). Most of their venoms are made of many different sugar-like molecules called glycans which disrupt proteins in animal cells, often killing the cells. Lancehead venom is similarly cytotoxic, causing the death of cells in tissue and blood and disruption of normal blood clotting, causing severe bleeding. Symptoms include pain and extreme swelling of the area around the bite, followed by tissue death and symptoms of nausea, dizziness, headache, and sweating. Shortly after that, there is a disruption in blood clotting, causing severe bleeding throughout the body. This severe bleeding, along with kidney failure and bleeding into the brain, is typically what causes death in those 3-7% of cases. Occasionally amputation is attempted as part of treatment, but it is usually due to the extreme amount of tissue death that occurs surrounding the bite, not necessarily to stop the spread of the venom as alleged in the episode.

So basically, Bozer and his nature documentary are largely correct in where the Golden Lancehead lives, its legal restrictions, and the symptoms resulting from envenomation by lancehead vipers. The only thing that is not accurate is the neurotoxicity part- lancehead venom is hemotoxic (blood toxic) and cytotoxic (toxic to cells and tissues), but there is no indication that it causes any kind of neurotoxicity (brain toxic).

Cancer Treatment from Snake Venoms

In the episode, Mac describes the research he and Frankie are undertaking as “The therapy uses toxins extracted from snake venom, which billions of years of evolution have taught it to attack the weakest cells in a creature’s body to target cancerous tumors.”

One of the great things about snake venoms (and honestly animal venoms) is that they are not single toxins. A single snake’s venom has nearly a hundred different bioactive proteins, enzymes, glycans, and other chemicals. One of the great things is because so many of these toxins are bioactive in some way, venoms give pharmacologists a pallette of various bioactive substances already in existence that they can test and use to create drugs.

Several chemicals we use as drugs were originally discovered in snake venom. For example, enalapril (a blood pressure lowering medicine), eptifibatide (a blood thinner), hemocoagulase (a clotting agent), and ximelagatran (a blood thinner), were all discovered originally as components in snake venom. Some studies into king cobra and saw scaled viper venom has shown possible anti-cancer properties (in the form of drugs that prevent tumors from growing, prevent blood vessels from growing in cancer cells, and prevent cancer cells from spreading throughout the body), though none of these have been developed into therapeutic drugs.

Since there are literally hundreds of bioactive chemicals, enzymes, and proteins in snake venom, it’s definitely not impossible that someone could choose to do this research, and definitely not impossible that someone would be able to find something useful in treating cancer or any other disease. In fact, since the venom is so cytotoxic, there is a possibility that there is a compound in it that has a preference for certain cancer cells. The problems with what Mac says are mainly:

1. that as far as we know, nothing in venom would selectively choose cancer cells based on their “weakness”- generally drugs that do target cancer cells target the fact that they have mutated in a certain way that lets certain chemicals find them or that they are fast-dividing cells (similar to hair or skin cells) and fast-disrupted cells get killed first if a chemical disrupts cell division.

2. Snakes have only been around for 143million years, and venomous creatures have only been around for 170million years. Even one billion years is a LOT longer than that. Mac could have said hundreds of millions and it would still have been technically correct at least grammatically.

Chemical Weapons from Snake Venom:

So what about chemical weapons?

I mean, sure, if you consider that there are hundreds of chemicals in any snake venom, at least one of them is probably going to meet at least some of the criteria for a good chemical weapon. Whether or not that chemical weapon would count as a “Nerve Agent” is kind of up to the substance itself.

Chemical weapons are weapons that fall into one of the following categories:

Nerve Agents- these are things like VX, Sarin, Tabun, and other agents that attack the system that breaks down the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Without that system, too much acetylcholine builds up, causing constricted pupils, twitching, excessive saliva and mucous, eye pain, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, seizures, and death if not treated promptly.

Blood Agents- these are things like phosgene, arsine, and cyanide that disrupt the blood’s ability to transport oxygen through the body. These cause symptoms like difficulty breathing, dizziness, headache, increased heart rate and respiratory rate, nausea and vomiting, and eventually seizures and death.

Blister Agents- These are things like lewisite and mustard gas that cause severe irritation to skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and lungs. These cause symptoms of pain, redness and large blisters on skin, difficulty breathing and swelling/blisters in the lungs and airway, loss of vision, fever, and nausea/vomiting. Death either occurs due to swelling and blisters in the airway or infection.

Choking Agents- These are things like phosgene and chlorine that irritate eyes and airways. They cause symptoms of watering eyes, coughing, chest tightness, and nausea/vomiting. They eventually cause severe pulmonary edema which can cause death.

Incapacitating Agents- These are agents like LSD, BZ, and fentanyl which are not necessarily designed to kill their targets, but leave them unable to respond to an attack either by making them less conscious (BZ, fentanyl) or by causing severe hallucinations and delusions that prevent them from being able to carry out their normal duties (BZ, LSD).

While there are many neurotoxic snake venoms that are known to have chemicals that interact with acetylcholine (causing paralysis, respiratory failure, and seizures), as far as I was able to find, the lancehead viper genus is not one of them. In fact, despite what Bozer said, there’s not a lot of neurotoxicity at all in the Golden Lancehead Viper’s venom- it’s primarily hemotoxic and cytotoxic.

So, basically, while it might be possible to make a nerve agent out of certain types of venom (though why would you, exactly? We’ve got tons of nerve agents, we know a lot about them, and they’re not exactly hard to create in a lab.) it would be more likely that you’d be in the market to find a new blood agent, blister agent, or even a choking or incapacitating agent if you were using Golden Lancehead Viper venom to discover it.

Just seems like a lot of work when you could get potentially a lot more useful venom legally and less dangerously.

But the more I think about it, I think the writers chose the snake due to it’s difficulty to acquire and it’s mystery, the chemical agent due to it’s well-known-ness, and fudged things so they worked together in the story.

But Now, the Real Question:

Could snake venoms eat through metal using acid, and would ionizing radiation change that? 

“Here’s another fun fact- when a Golden Lancehead attacks, it’s venom reacts with the iron in the red blood cells of it’s prey, creating an acidic byproduct strong enough to eat flesh and corrode metal.” -Mac

Certain snake venoms actually do become more acidic or more alkaline in their victim’s bodies, and in the presence of certain metal ions. However, as far as I was able to tell, the most acidic a venom would normally become was about a pH of 4 (somewhere between soda and coffee) and the most alkaline was about 9 (somewhere around baking soda). So not really capable of “eating flesh” (though enzymatic activity could digest proteins in the victims’ tissues) and it would take a lot longer than the episode showed to cause the corrosion necessary to dissolve a lock.

That’s not to say that a specially designed and purified chemical weapon created from a compound in snake venom would be different than the og snake venom, but the likelihood that ionizing radiation would change it so drastically would be a real bummer for a terrorist, since uncontrolled releases of your weapons are definitely not ideal.

Conclusion:

Overall, there was definitely some real passable science in here, but some of the dialogue choices were so poor that it made it difficult to respect. But generally decent science, even if the “cooler” stuff wouldn’t necessarily have worked.

[cripple-woe]

Hello hi I was medical staff once upon a time for many summer events including but not limited to large stadium events, festivals, and carnivals.

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke were by far what I had to deal with the most, and to save the ass of YOUR local medical teams, please try to avoid getting either with this information, so my ex-colleagues can like… attend broken bones and heart attacks.

They are easy to tell apart, so make sure you know BOTH and can accurately tell what is wrong.

Heat Exhaustion.

You may feel tiredness, dizziness, nausea, intense thirst, cramping in the legs and arms, weakness, a high temperature.

You may develop a headache.

You may go past nausea, and actually vomit.

You may feel you are sweating excessively, and your skin may be turning pale and clammy.

You may develop a heat rash, though this is not easily seen on darker skin, you will be able to feel it.

You may begin to quicken your breathing or pant, and your heartbeat may spike.

Children may become irritable, but not adults.

You need to cool a person with heat exhaustion down. Move them somewhere cool, remove unneeded clothing as appropriate, (eg: if you’re sheltering from the sun in a cafe, take off jackets, socks and shoes, if you’re at your own home, feel free to strip down).

Cool their skin, a spray or a sponge of cool water is fine. If you have ice packs, wrap them in a cloth such as a shirt, and put it into their armpits, or on their neck.

Stay with them until they feel better.

They should be feeling cooler after 30 minutes. You can always call the non-emergency line in your country if you want, that’s why they’re called that.

so what is heatstroke?

Heatstroke is like heat exhaustions older brother. If the person:

Has a core body temperature of 40c (104f) or higher,

Seems confused, angry or irritated, is slurring their words, or seems delirious,

Has hot, possibly red, but dry skin,

Is not sweating,

Is slipping from consciousness, is unconscious, or is fitting/siezing

CALL EMERGENCY SERVICES.

While you are waiting for them to arrive, take off as much of their clothing as the situation will allow, get them into shade or indoors, into a place with fans or AC is ideal. Then, cool them by any means possible. Run a cool bath and put them in, or put them into the shower and shower them with the water running cool, sponge with cool water, fan them, place cold ice packs or wet towels in the armpits, head, neck, and groin, and if you need to, you can use buckets or a gardening hose, as long as you are cooling them until the ambulance arrives.

Extra info.

Check if your medications make you heatstroke prone.

A quick checklist is this. If your medication is a type of (or used for):

Narrowing blood vessels (vasoconstrictors)

Regulate blood pressure via adrenaline control (beta blockers)

Rid the body of sodium and water (diuretic)

Reduce any psychiatric symptoms (antidepressants or antipsychotics)

If you have heart or lung disease, you are at risk.

The young and 65+ populations are at risk.

If you have travelled to a hotter country, you are not used to their temperatures and are at risk.

If you don’t act carefully in the heat, you are at risk of heatstroke, which means you can have major, permanent organ damage, or just DIE.

BE SAFE.

if you are dealing with extreme heat or even just. moderate heat in your area right now. 80f/26c is when it starts getting toasty for a lot of people. if you are in a heat wave and you have not done yourself the favor of googling fucking "heat exhaustion symptoms" i am shaking you violently right now. look it up. burn the symptoms into your brain. heatstroke is no joke and it can and WILL sneak up on you before you're aware it's even an issue. ohh my god

[blisspads]

Foods for Regular periods -What are the effective foods to have Healthy Menstruation?

Most women think that maintaining regular menstrual cycles is just impossible! Actually, it isn’t! You just need to maintain the hormonal balance with the easily available foods around you. A little bit of effort is needed to get them ready and have them regularly. Simply eating the right foods at the right time (and regularly!!) can regulate your periods naturally.

Foods To Eat

1.Water

During the period, you tend to lose more water in the body resulting in dehydration headaches which are a common symptom of menstruation. Drinking a lot of water helps in getting relief from headaches and can also stop you from retaining water and bloating.

Water-rich fruits, such as watermelon and cucumber are great for staying hydrated. Lemon juice and coconut water are very good options too.

2.Fruits

Watermelon and cucumber have a high content of water which helps to keep the body hydrated during periods.

Papaya, Pineapple, and Mango are rich in vitamin C which increases the estrogen levels in the body. These fruits are believed to generate heat in the pelvic region causing a further contraction in the uterus and henceforth, making your periods come at their scheduled time or prevent its delay.

Pomegranate is rich in iron and is most suitable to maintain the iron levels in the body thereby regulate the menstrual cycles too

3.Vegetables

During periods, the iron levels in the body reduce. In case of heavy bleeding, a lot of blood cells are lost in the flow resulting in fatigue, body pain, and dizziness. To compensate for the loss, you need to take some iron-rich food such as leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Spinach is rich in magnesium also.

Whole, raw carrots are beneficial in maintaining the hormone balance in the body. It helps in detoxing the excess estrogen that causes symptoms such as tender or swollen breasts, mood swings and depression, heavy menstrual bleeding, and night sweats.

Beetroots are loaded with iron, calcium, vitamins, potassium, folic acid, and fibers. The nutrient contents are so high that it is not recommended for intake on the days of menses. It can be taken on non-menstruating days to improve iron levels and compensate for the loss of blood. Beetroot helps to control mood swings.

4.Ginger Tea & Peppermint Tea

Ginger has anti-inflammatory effects, which can reduce nausea and muscle pain. Ginger took in limited quantities helps in relieving gastritis and cramps during menstruation. However, consuming more can cause heartburn and stomach aches.

Peppermint tea can soothe the symptoms of PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome). Specifically, it can relieve cramps or prevent muscle contractions., nausea, and diarrhea.

5.Turmeric

Turmeric is a popular home remedy for a range of health conditions, including irregular periods. Turmeric, a well-known anti-inflammatory spice, helps in reducing PMS symptoms. It can be taken along with hot water or hot milk. It relieves menstrual cramps.

6.Dark Chocolate

Dark Chocolate is rich in iron and magnesium. Recommended daily intake can reduce the severity of PMS symptoms and improve energy levels. Excess intake can lead to heavy bleeding and fatigue.

7.Cereals, Nuts & Seeds

Oats are the best for women who suffer from painful menstrual cycles as they are rich in cramp-fighting vitamins and minerals like zinc and magnesium. Whole grains like whole wheat, oats, and brown rice prevent constipation during menstruation.

Most nuts are a great source of protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acids. They also contain magnesium and various vitamins which reduce fatigue and PMS symptoms.

Flax seeds improve digestion and relieve constipation, a common symptom during menstruation.

Quinoa seeds are a complex carbohydrate-rich in iron, magnesium, protein, and vitamin B12, which can help regulate mood swings and increase your energy levels.

8.Lentils and beans

Lentils and beans are rich in protein and iron which can increase iron levels during menstruation. These foods have high fiber content which helps reduce constipation, a common symptom during menstruation

9.Yogurt

Yogurt contains magnesium and calcium and helps in relaxing your muscles and reducing painful menstrual cramps. Yogurt is a rich pro-biotic food that increases the good bacteria to fight against yeast infections which are quite common during a period or after.

Yogurt is also rich in magnesium, calcium and other essential nutrients which increases the energy levels.

10.Tofu

Tofu, made from soy milk, is a rich source of protein and minerals like iron, magnesium and calcium. It helps to support PMS-associated water retention and menstrual pain.

11.Fish

Fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can reduce the intensity of period pain. As fish is rich in iron, it can help in compensating/increasing the iron levels in the blood that may be lost during periods.

Fish contains Magnesium too which can help prevent headaches and depression that are generally associated with PMS.

[yourdeepestfathoms]

A Dragonfly’s Guide To Avian Diseases

Hello! My name is Catherine Parr, an insect avian, and today I’m going to be telling you all about various types of diseases that affect our species. There’s more to consider than just influenza or stomach bugs, but not to worry! This article will teach you how to treat some of these illnesses and stay safe.

Read carefully, and always remember that your greatest enemy may be right underneath your wings.

Scale Rot

Description: A fungal infection that specifically targets scales.

Affects: Scaled avians

Symptoms: Scales lose pigmentation and become cracked and brittle. A fuzzy, grey coating of slime will coat the necrotic scales, and if not treated, the fungus will continue to spread over the body and underneath the scales to the skin. While not fatal, secondary infections can occur due to excessive scratching at the site.

Causes: Exposure to high humidity and stagnant waters. Warm and moist environments are where this fungus seems to thrive.

Treatment: The necrotic and infected scales must be removed, and the patient’s wings must have anti-fungal salve applied to them 5 times daily for a month. Additionally, turmeric, honey, and garlic have natural anti-fungal properties, which are encouraged to be eaten to help the process.

Tree Heave

Description: A fungal spore that resides in trees and is released into the air where it is inhaled by avians to settle and grow in the lungs. 

Affects: Any avians

Symptoms: Infected avians often experience a persistent cough lasting more than several weeks or months, fever, and shortness of breath. Additional symptoms can include headaches, vomiting, weight loss, and night sweats. Infection of this fungus is rare but can be fatal, killing up to several avians each year.  

Causes: Elderly avians (over 60), fledges (below 4 years), sick avians, and those with a history of lung disease are most susceptible. This is usually spread by butterfly and/or moth avians that get spores and pollen stuck to their wings and spread then when flying or going around other.

Treatments: The earlier the disease is diagnosed the better the prognosis. Treatment duration can take up to 6-12 months of rigorous anti-fungal medication which is consumed in the form of a tonic, as well as respiratory therapy and wearing an oxygen mask for an hour before going to sleep every night until cured.

Drop Feather Fever

Description: An illness that forms on feathers and makes its way into the body through the skin on the wings.

Affects: Feathered avians

Symptoms: The high fever and feathers falling out are the most common symptoms, but there is also: aching wings, itching wings, fatigue, dizziness, vertigo, and the inability to fly. If left untreated long enough, all feathers could fall out and leave the wings completely bald.

Causes: Like influenza, Drop Feather Fever is an illness that just appeared one day. It’s usually spread by touching the feathers of an infected avian and then touching the eyes, mouth, and nose, but can also be inflicted by simply being near a sick feathered avian. This disease is most common during the months of January and February, which is called, “Drop Season.”

Treatments: Soak in a hot bath with water that’s mixed with a special tonic to flush out the bacteria for two hours. Then, comb out the wings with a wire brush to remove any remaining dead cells or brittle feathers. Bed rest is advised for a full week with plenty of fluids and antibiotics. 

Boom Burst

Description: The rupturing of leather eardrums.

Affects: Leather avians

Symptoms: A sharp, popping sensation like a balloon bursting will signal that the eardrum has ruptured. Pus, blood, and ear water leakage from the ears, sharp pain, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), vertigo, and temporary deafness will come shortly after. Echolocation will not be able to be used until the ears have healed. Sometimes, a permanent hearing loss will be gained.

Causes: Because of their heightened sense of hearing, loud, persistent noises will cause a leather’s eardrums to burst, as well as untreated ear infections and intense pressure on the ears, like being underwater or sprayed with something.

Treatments: Treatment will not require a doctor’s visit. Leather avians must fill their ears with soft cotton to blot out noise, then fold and bind them ears to their head to reduce sound exposure for at least a week. Taking pain killers is advised.

Lupis Rabis

Description: A mutated version of rabies. 

Affects: Leather avians

Symptoms: Lupis Rabis has symptoms very similar to rabies, with extreme aggressiveness, bizarre or strange thoughts, hallucinations, fever, malaise, and muscle pain. The infected avian will begin to drool/foam at the mouth and produce an abnormal amount of saliva that is discolored to a creamy yellow shade, almost like pus (which has also been recorded to reek). Their pupils will dilate hugely and breathing gets more ragged. After just two hours of exposure to this festering infection, the affected avian will go on a rampage, attacking everything in sight. A bite will transmit rabies to the bitten victim.

Causes: Luckily, being bitten by a rabid animal or eating an animal that has rabies is the only way to get this disease, so the rates of Lupis Rabis is quite low. 

Treatments: If caught quick enough, the leather avian will undergo intense treatment to remove the parasite before it gets to their brain, which consists of opening the bite site and flushing out the inside with hydrogen peroxide, and then sixteen special shots into the muscles. However, if treatment is not given, the affected avian will vomit up a thick, pus-like substance usually filled with tiny larvae and then promptly pass out from exhaustion after thirty minutes of their frenzy. Luckily, leather avians are protected by the Bat Bite Act and cannot be charged with harm of another avian or even murder if they bite anyone in their attack.

Earthbound Syndrome 

Description: A decrease in the mental state when grounded for too long.

Affects: All avians except Flightless

Symptoms: Depression, hallucinations, irritability, anxiety, wing cramps, a constant feeling of claustrophobia, and excessive sweating are common symptoms of Earthbound Syndrome. Affected avians have also been recorded to pace around nervously, mutter to themselves, itch their arms restlessly, stare at the sky for long period of time without blinking, constantly touch their wings “like they were making sure they were still there”, and even pull out feathers, scales, or fur. 

Causes: Earthbound Syndrome usually sets into the brain after two days without flight. Because of their nature, avians are meant to be in the sky, so being grounded for too long tends to mess with their brain. This can happen because of a punishment or injury recovery in the wings, which keeps them from flying.

Treatments: Flight is the best remedy for Earthbound Syndrome. Letting the affected avian be outside or perch of something high is another easy way to ease their anxiety if they can’t fly due to an injury, but always make sure you’re watching them. There have been records of avians jumping and trying to fly and falling to their death because of it.

Silk Fever

Description: A sickness caused by clogged silk glands.

Affects: Insect avians, specifically moths and butterflies

Symptoms: The high fever is one, but the most notable is the extreme paleness of the avian, aside from their wrists, which become inflamed and turn bright red. The silk glands swell up and start to itch, which can cause bleeding and further infections if scratched at too much. Other symptoms include: Nausea and vomiting, weakness, dizziness, pain when hands are moved, leakage of pus from the silk glands, swollen shut silk glands.

Causes: Silk Fever is caused when silk is not spun. Silk usually needs to be spun once every day to avoid clogging. When the passages are clogged, silk clumps together and starts to rot inside the arms, making the avian very sick. The longer its left untreated, the more silk that piles up. This blockage can be caused from a refusal to spin or some other illness that makes the avian too weak to spin. Or, sometimes, the glands just won’t produce the silk, even if there is some in the passages.

Treatments: If caught early, then the silk glands can be peeled open with tweezers and the silk can be pulled out, although it’s very uncomfortable. But if the silk glands swell shut, then surgery will be needed to remove the mass of silk. Some avians have also been recorded to pour hot water or grease on their silk glands to make them open, but it’s highly advised against to avoid further harm.

[besthydrationdrinks]

Why Replace The Electrolyte Drinks, And With Whom To Replace Them?

Electrolyte drinks help improve performance in sports and athletics, indicating that the person can increase physical and manual power. This helps in boosting the performance level and gives an instant charge to the immune power.

 These drinks also include rehydration during illness, helping to recover better and offering healthy cell functioning. These drinks can also be beneficial in improving the heat stroke that is majorly caused in the summer season in tropical areas. Heat stroke is not any sought of disease, but this is caused when a person is a trap under the excessive heat of the sun.

These drinks taste very yummy and can be undertaken as beverages.

 .As these are fruit juices, these can also be taken when you have an imbalanced diet or have any other issues in the body. This also helps positively impact your health by fighting all the weaknesses and balancing the diet. This is a great option that helps in restoring lost hydration.

 Our body needs precise electrolyte replacement to maintain optimal health and physical performance.

 This drink can be replaced by water; the reason for returning it with water is that it does not contain every mineral that our body needs every day. The body losses adequate minerals by sweating, exercising, vomiting, nausea, etc.

 Symptoms that denote dehydration in the body :

  Here are a few symptoms which can help in recognizing that our body is dehydrated and needs some of the boosting drinks are :

  The dryness that we feel on the lips and the tongue.

Headache is also a symptom that calls our body for an energy drink.

Feeling dizziness and weakness.

When the body feels cramps, they feel nauseating.

When our body sweats, we lose sodium in higher amounts. The point to note here is that our body not only sweats due to the hardcore workouts we do in a day, but we also sweat when we are sick or have a high fever, and due to this, we lose fluids that cause dehydration.

 The electrolyte replacement drink comes in multiple forms, such as tablets that can dissolve in the water when added to the glass. Some electrolyte replacement powder is mixed in the water, forming a hydroelectric drink.

  Drinks that can be replaced from electrolyte drinks are :

 According to the research and latest scientific studies, these are the drinks that can be replaced with the  

                                                                                                                 ● Coconut water

Coconut water consists of potassium that is roughly used in the daily value. This is the healthy and popular alternative to bottled water available at general stores and com[plexs as this contains 350 mg of potassium.

 ● Banana Shake

 Consuming banana is rich in potassium and has a high level of mg, around 442 (16%).

This boosts the protein by layering the banana with peanut butter; this will also introduce fiber by throwing it in your oatmeal.

 ● Dairy Products

 Dairy goodies are the best source of calcium and sodium, as when we see milk, there are about 199mg of calcium and 281 mg of potassium.

Dairy products are a great source of both calcium and sodium. In 100 mL of milk, there are about 199 mg (20% DV) of calcium and 281 mg (10% DV) of potassium.

  ● Consuming Fruit Juices

 Fruit juices are the best electrolyte replacement, the healthier and better option when compared with packed electrolyte drinks. Juice of fresh orange, pineapple, sugarcane, pomegranate, and mixed fruit juice is the healthier and wiser alternative for energy drinks.

It is recommended to have a glass with breakfast or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up option. If you intake to get electrolytes, stick to a cup of 100% fruit juice to avoid chances high in added sugar.

 ● Electrolyte Infused Water

  Some electrolyte-infused waters may contain high sugar, so be aware of the nutrition label when selecting one. Most people usually prefer this after a long workout or a hectic routine. These waters are available at most grocery and sports stores, and familiar brands include Gatorade and Powerade.

 These natural electrolyte replacement options can be used over the pack or the powdered form of drinks.

   Conclusion :

 Electrolytes play a crucial part in a person’s makeup by intaking chemicals. The imbalance may affect how our body works, leading to different symptoms.

 For instance, if a person faint or feel dizzy without a workout, this will be due to the imbalance of the nutrients and minerals in the respective body.

Therefore it is recommended and advised that taking the electorates after intense or heavy workout sessions is very important. As we sweat a lot during the fierce workout period and intaking drinks at that moment will help to preserve the nutrients and will maintain to regain the energy. But it is always advised to shift or choose the healthy alternative rather than the tablets or packed drinks that might have preservatives.

 Article source  :  https://www.vetteblog.com/why-replace-the-electrolyte-drinks-and-with-whom-to-replace-them/

[mental-health-advice]

I don't really know if this has anything to do with my mental health?? I have a problem where I can't just live in the now. I'm constantly thinking about the future, specifically the negative future. I look at my puppy doing something adorable or sweet and I think 'I'm going miss you so much when you die'. I have a girlfriend and I always find myself thinking about 'after we break up'. I could go on, theres so much more and I hate it and i want it to stop but it wont.

Hi there,

I’m really sorry to hear that you’re struggling so much! Ihave very similar issues as you and I know how hard it can be to deal with, so I’mreally proud of you for sticking it out as well as reaching out to us for help.

I’ll start by saying that I can’t diagnose you withanything, as I’m not a professional. However, I can say that this sounds similarto anxiety. Anxiety can often make someone worry excessively about things inthe future, even if the things the person worries about are not likely tohappen. It makes them overthink things to the point where they can start toobsess over it. Other symptoms of anxiety include:

Disliking uncertainty

Intrusive thoughts

Feeling a loss of control

Constantly worrying about things

Regular feelings of panic/fear

Feeling on edge

Having a sense of dread

Restlessness

Difficulty concentrating

Heart palpitations

Feeling tense

Muscle pain

Stomach aches

Nausea

Headaches

Dizziness

Feeling tired and/or difficulty sleeping

Excessive sweating

Shortness of breath

(source)

If you resonate with any of these symptoms, I definitelyrecommend that you consider seeking professional help. Although it can bedifficult to ask for help, there are a lot of treatment options out there ifyou do have anxiety. For example, cognitive behavioral therapy can be used totreat anxiety, which helps retrain your thoughts and the responses you have tothose thoughts so they are less distressing, and dialectical behavioral therapycan be used to help with black-and-white thinking and distress tolerance.Medication can also be used to help with the symptoms of anxiety. So, as youcan see, if you do have anxiety there are a lot of different options availableto you. You can check out our page about getting help if you’d like someinformation on how to seek professional help.

In addition to seeking help, there are some coping mechanismsyou can give a try to help deal with your symptoms. Since you are having issueswith staying in the present and instead worrying about things in the future,you might try using grounding techniques. They are meant to help you stay groundedin the present and remind your brain that you’re not in any danger. An exampleof a grounding technique is sort of a game, where you come up with a random “category”(e.g., “green vegetables”) and then you try to think of as many things aspossible that fit into that category (e.g., green beans, lettuce, asparagus).This helps get your mind back into the present and away from all the thingsyour mind has you worrying about. Another example of a grounding technique ispicking a random color and counting how many things in the room are that color.You can find more suggestions for grounding techniques here.

There are some other coping mechanisms you can try. One ofthese is breathing techniques. What you can do is slowly inhale through yournose for four seconds, hold the breath in for four seconds, and then slowlyexhale through your mouth for four seconds, and repeat that process as manytimes as you need. This can help with any mental or physical symptoms you’rehaving because it helps relax your mind and body. Other coping mechanisms youcan try are reading, writing, going for a walk outside, or really anything thathelps get your mind off your worries. I think talking to your girlfriend aboutthe things that are bothering could help too. We have more ideas for calminganxiety and panic, as well as other self-help tips that you can check out.

I know you’re having a hard time, but I know you can getthrough this! You’re a lot stronger than you think!

-Samantha

[lowbloodsugarlevels]

Hypoglycemia Management

Glucose or blood sugar is the body’s primary source of energy. It is normal for your blood sugar to fluctuate throughout the day. While your blood sugar or glucose will vary within a certain range, it can start to become dangerous once it drops below the limits of what’s considered healthy. Having low blood glucose, also known as hypoglycemia, occurs when your blood glucose levels drop so low, you will need to start a hypoglycemia management plan to raise them back up to a normal level.

While you may need to talk to your physician about your own personal target glucose levels, the usual level where hypoglycemia starts is 70 mg/dL.

SYMPTOMS OF HYPOGLYCEMIA

Having low blood glucose can happen quickly. However, the symptoms of low blood sugar can vary from person to person. It is necessary to a have hypoglycemia management plan in place to recognize the symptoms of low blood glucose before the symptoms become severe. Some of the common signs of low blood glucose include:

Feeling shaky Being nervous or anxious Sweating, chills, and clamminess Irritability or impatience Confusion Fast heartbeat Feeling lightheaded or dizzy Hunger Nausea Color draining from the skin (pallor) Feeling Sleepy Feeling weak or having no energy Blurred/impaired vision Tingling or numbness in the lips, tongue, or cheeks Headaches Coordination problems, clumsiness Nightmares or crying out during sleep Seizures

To confirm that you are suffering from low blood sugar, check your blood glucose with a blood glucose meter. Havinghypoglycemia is usually a result of treating your diabetes through medication. However, if you have not been diagnosed with diabetes but are experiencing the symptoms of hypoglycemia, you should see a doctor immediately.

Once you start to reach lower levels of blood glucose, your body starts to release adrenaline, resulting in hypoglycemia symptoms. If these levels continue to drop and your brain doesn’t have enough sugar to function, you may start to experience slurred speech or move clumsily. People experiencing severe symptoms often appear intoxicated. If left untreated, hypoglycemia can lead to seizures, a coma, or even death, due to the lack of energy being supplied to the brain.

If you notice that you are experiencing symptoms of hypoglycemia, do not drive or operate machinery. Put your hypoglycemia management plan to work and pull over and check your blood sugar levels. If your blood sugar is low, eat sugary food such as candy or fruit juice. Wait at least 15 minutes after eating before you check your sugar levels again and if they are back in the normal range, you should be alright to drive.

HYPOGLYCEMIA UNAWARENESS

Although they are unpleasant, reoccurring symptoms of hypoglycemia warn you that your current hypoglycemia management plan needs to be altered. However, experiencing hypoglycemia repeatedly over time can result in your body developing hypoglycemia unawareness.

Hypoglycemia unawareness occurs when your body stops responding to these symptoms of low blood glucose. The result is an increased risk of life-threatening symptoms occurring when your blood sugar levels drop because they don’t know they need to treat it.

If you suffer from hypoglycemia unawareness, you need to make sure that you’re regularly checking your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes. If you suffer from this condition, consider getting a continuous glucose monitor that will beep when your levels are falling. That is a smart hypoglycemia management plan! Also, let your doctor know if you think you have it so your provider can adjust your glucose targets to avoid future episodes of hypoglycemia.

Also, if you are frequently experiencing low blood glucose or have hypoglycemia unawareness, especially if you use insulin, you should consider wearing a medical ID at all times. During an emergency, your ID can give vital information about your medical status, the types of medications that you use, whether you have any allergies and any other important information that is needed for treatment.

Fortunately, it is possible to regain early warning symptoms in a few weeks through hypoglycemia management. By avoiding low sugar your body re-learns how to trigger any warnings that your levels are low. This can be achieved by raising your target glucose level with your physician. Your A1C levels may increase temporarily but you will regain the ability to detect low blood glucose levels.

CAUSES OF HYPOGLYCEMIA

It is important to understand how the body processes blood sugar in order to understand how hypoglycemia happens.

When you eat, your body converts the carbs that you eat into glucose, the main source of your body’s energy. However, blood glucose can’t enter your cells without the help of insulin. It allows glucose to enter the cells and provide energy to function and if there’s any excess left over, it is then stored in your muscles and liver as glycogen.

When you haven’t eaten for a while and your blood sugar levels drop, your body’s own hypoglycemia management plan goes into effect and tells your pancreas to release a hormone called glucagon. It tells your liver to release the extra glycogen being stored. This is how your blood sugar stays within your normal blood glucose range. However, if you are a type 1 diabetic, you don’t make enough insulin or if you’re type 2, you’re less responsive to it. As a result, you end up with excessive amounts of glucose in your bloodstream. This is why you must take insulin to regulate your levels, but accidentally taking too much can result in your low blood glucose.

However, people who do not have diabetes can also experience hypoglycemia, although this is less common. This can be due to diet, exercise, medicine, or illnesses.

Medicine: Taking someone’s diabetes medicine can result in someone experiencing low blood sugar. Also, if you are a child or have kidney problems, treating malaria with quinine may also cause you to experience this condition as well. Also, some pneumonia medications are known to cause hypoglycemia in some patients.

Alcohol: Binge drinking alcohol can also lead to experiencing hypoglycemia. This is due to alcohols ability to block the liver from releasing glucose into your blood. This usually occurs when you drink on an empty stomach.

Chronic conditions: Having liver disease can cause your blood glucose levels to drop significantly. One reason is that liver disorders can prevent your liver from releasing your medications into your bloodstream, causing a buildup which affects your glucose levels. Also, if you suffer from anorexia and aren’t eating properly, you can experience a lack of glucose due to the absence of substances needed to produce glucose.

Hormone deficiencies: Having disorders in your adrenal glands may affect your glucose production. This is due to a lack of cortisol which elevates your blood sugar. Also, children who have a growth hormone deficiency may also experience hypoglycemia.

Also, if you’ve noticed that you get hypoglycemia symptoms after you eat, you may be suffering from reactive hypoglycemia. This condition occurs when your blood sugar drops within 4 hours after eating a meal. It is believed to be caused by the pancreas releasing too much insulin after consuming a high-carb meal. Although this condition can happen in individuals with and without diabetes, it’s more common in people who are overweight or have had gastric bypass.

TREATING HYPOGLYCEMIA

If you are suffering from hypoglycemia, there are several steps that you can take to increase your blood glucose back to normal, healthy levels. However, the best hypoglycemia management plan will vary, depending on if you are treating initial, immediate symptoms or the underlying cause of reoccurring hypoglycemia.

Depending on your symptoms, your initial treatment will be “the 15-15 rule” which will focus on eating at least 15-20 grams of carbohydrates that will quickly restore your glucose levels. You should choose fast-acting carbs that will not take long to convert to sugar, such as glucose tablets, fruit juice, sodas, or candy. Try not to focus on foods that are high in protein or fats because those will not give you the carbs needed to quickly raise your glucose level.

After 15 minutes, check your blood sugar to see if your glucose has increased beyond 70 mg/dL. If it’s still too low, eat 15-20 more grams of carbs then check it again in another 15 minutes. Continue these steps to temporarily treat your hypoglycemia and raise your blood sugar above 70 mg/dL.

Young children will need a different treatment option. They usually need fewer carbs to fix their sugar levels. Infants will need around 6 grams, toddlers will need around 8, and small children will need to eat around 10 grams. However, this will vary with each individual.

If someone is suffering from severe symptoms of hypoglycemia, it is important to avoid treating them by food or drink if they are unconscious. This could lead to them choking or aspirating the food into their lungs. Instead, treat them with an injection of glucagon or intravenous glucose into the buttock, arm, or thigh. Glucagon activates their liver to release stored glucose in their bloodstream, raising their sugar levels.

DO NOT GIVE THEM INSULIN, WHICH COULD RESULT IN EVEN LOWER LEVELS OF GLUCOSE.

When they wake up, they may experience vomiting or nausea. Don’t hesitate to call 911 or take them to the nearest hospital for treatment if needed.

Once your blood sugar levels are back to normal, you should eat a full meal to restore your glycogen stored in your liver. They may be depleted while you were experiencing hypoglycemia.

For people who have diabetes and frequently experience hypoglycemia, your hypoglycemia management should include investing in an at-home glucagon kit for emergencies. Family and friends should know where this kit is and taught how to use it, just in case.

You should also consider speaking to your doctor to find out what the cause of your reoccurring hypoglycemia may be. One possible reason could be your medication. You may need to change the type of medication or the dosage. Another reason could be a tumor. Have your physician check your pancreas. A pancreatic tumor can be treated by removing parts of it through surgery.

PREVENTION

The best way to prevent low blood glucose is through hypoglycemia management. By using a continuous glucose monitor, you can check on your levels throughout the day and prevent an episode.

If you have diabetes, ways you can prevent hypoglycemia include:

Making sure that you follow the meal plan set by your diabetes management team or health care provider

Exercise at least 30 minutes to an hour after you eat. Make sure you monitor your levels before and after your workout.

It’s best to eat your meals spaced out, avoiding eating meal no further than 4 to 5 hours apart

Monitor your levels if you are drinking alcohol

Check your sugar levels before you go to bed

Carefully monitor your levels if you have recently changed your medication

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, diabetic management is important for treating and preventing hypoglycemia. People who have diabetes are more prone to experiencing low blood sugar. However, people who have not been diagnosed with diabetes can also experience hypoglycemia because of their diet or a medical condition.

If you do suffer from reoccurring hypoglycemia episodes, it is important to inform your doctor so that you can find a solution. By letting your hypoglycemia go untreated, you risk hypoglycemia unawareness and your body will stop responding to low glucose symptoms. This can result in severe symptoms or even lead to death.

In the case of emergencies, you should consider getting an at-home glucagon kit, which will allow you to inject glucagon or intravenous glucose into the bloodstream, allowing you to recover for severe symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as unconsciousness. Also, you should inform your friends and family how to use this kit.

Lastly, if you’ve been experiencing persistent low blood sugar, start documenting your blood glucose levels, the amount of insulin you use, how frequently you exercise, and what you’ve been eating. This data can help your physician understand what’s causing your low glucose and create a treatment plan that prevents it from happening in the future.

What methods do you use to manage your low blood sugar? If you found these tips to be helpful, let your friends know on social media.

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Get Rid Of Hangover with Natural Hangover Treatment

A Hangover is the amalgamation of horrendous physical impacts following substantial utilization of liquor. The most widely recognized announce attributes of a hangover are bouts of extraordinary thirst (lack of hydration), feeling more worn out than expected, queasiness and headaches. In liquor digestion, one particle of ethanol (the essential dynamic fixing in mixed drinks) produces 2 atoms of NADH, using Vitamin B12 as a coenzyme. In this manner, Vitamin B12 insufficiency is a proposed reason for regularly experienced hangover indications.

Symptoms of a headache

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Hangover Symptoms                                                                      

Thirst.

Fatigue.

Shakiness and tremors.

Headaches.

Muscle throbs.

Sensitivity to light.

Dizziness.

Nausea and spewing.

Sweating.

Decreased amount of rest.

Difficulty concentrating power.

Redness of the eyes.

Rapid heartbeat.

Mood unsettling influences like uneasiness, peevishness, etc.

Causes Of Hangover

There are different components that may add to headache seriousness and hence are the causes of a hangover. This includes:

Alcohol expands urination – Obviously, peeing beyond     what normal can prompt drying out. Lack of hydration from the unreasonable     flow of urine is the thing that causes thirst. Likewise, drying out is     frequently combined with wooziness and discombobulating that causes a     hangover.

Alcohol can hurt the coating of the stomach, expand     stomach acid creation and postpone stomach purging, which causes     queasiness, vomiting and stomach torment.

Alcohol can cause an absence of invigorating rest,     which, in turn, may abandon you sluggish and exhausted.

Alcohol can cause an unsettling glucose influence.     All the more explicitly, liquor can cause your glucose to fall excessively     low, and with this, you may encounter weariness, instability, and state of     mind changes.

Alcohol widens veins, which can prompt cerebral     pains.

Alcoholic drinks contain malt based congeners that     appear to build the seriousness of a headache. Congeners are dangerous     contaminations that can have an incredible effect in adding to your     hardships. Clear alcohols, for example, gin and vodka have fewer     congeners, while dull mixers, for example, liquor and bourbon has bigger     sums. Champagne is a famous cause of headache for some just as some sweet     wines.

Lastly, acetaldehyde, a substance made when the body     breaks liquor is accepted to be a contributing element that causes     headache indications.

More or less, encountering hangover symptoms is nature’s method for telling you that to the extent your body is concerned, liquor is a toxic substance.

Hangover Treatment

The main Treatment for Alcohol Problems is time. Your body needs time to process the poisons out of your framework. In any case, there are a few regular cures that may facilitate the symptoms of a hangover. So, always remember – what works for one individual may not for another. Thus, you should pick your own weapon as your headache manifestations buster.

The accompanying characteristic cures may ease symptoms of a hangover:

Water – Drink a lot of     water for the duration of the day to rehydrate your body. Headache     inconveniences generally emerge from a lack of hydration.

Banana milkshake – Replace lost     supplements, for example, magnesium and potassium, with an animating     banana milkshake mixed with nectar. The nectar or honey raises glucose     levels, which is brought down by inordinate liquor admission and the     bananas are wealthy in significant electrolytes, magnesium, and potassium,     which are seriously exhausted amid overwhelming drinking. Milk relieves     the stomach and rehydrates the framework.

Fruit Juices – Nutritionists     suggest natural product juices mixed with water or seltzer should be     expended at multiple times the volume of the measure of liquor you have     smashed. It is said that natural product juices help the body to get rid     of liquor faster.

Vitamins – Several specialists     suggest taking a B-complex vitamin enhancement, which replaces the     B-nutrients lost while drinking.

Liver Detoxifying Herbs-The herbs dandelion and     milk thorn have been utilized to help detoxification of the liver and     blood.

Nausea Helpers – Crackers and nectar     may ease queasiness. Ginger tea is additionally used to counter     queasiness. To make tea, utilize some bubbling water; include 1 tsp. of     dried ginger or 2 tsp. of fresh ground ginger. Leave it untouched and then     drink it.

Headache Busters – White willow bark     contains a characteristic type of salicylate, the dynamic fixing in     ibuprofen. This might relieve hangover headache.

Call to the doctor on the off chance that you are worried that you cannot Dealing with Addiction or you have created or are in danger of building up reliance on liquor – or you can’t control when you’re drinking. We emphatically suggest Everything Health and propose that in the event that you do drink liquor, you do as such with balance and alert. Likewise, due to liquor’s impacts on driving capacity, never drive in the wake of drinking.

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Another American (Texan) here to offer some more tips! I've lost A/C not once, not twice, but thrice during record-breaking summers. Here's some things we did to get by:

Move to the lowest level of the building if possible, heat rises. Garages/basements usually stay pretty cool.

If you can, go somewhere that has air conditioning. A friend's place, library, theater, arcade, anything.

Sleep naked or in your underwear.

If you need to be outside, wear lightweight materials but cover up. Long sleeves and pants, breathable tennis shoes, a hat. Loose, flowly garments are best.

Keep strenuous activity to a minimum (even inside) and if you absolutely must be outside doing any kind of labor, LOOK OUT FOR SIGNS OF HEAT EXHAUSTION AND HEAT STROKE.

As a Texan, I am usually of the belief that I can survive even the hottest temperatures so long as I'm hydrated and wear sunscreen. Unfortunately, when temps reach a certain point, no amount of either of these will protect you. I recently moved apartments on a 100°F/37°C day and even when hydrating and taking it slow I had to stop because my pulse was racing and I was sweating like crazy.

Signs of Heat Exhaustion

Headache

Nausea/vomiting

Fatigue/weakness

Thirst

Anxiety/restlessness

Poor coordination

Weak, rapid pulse

Sweating heavily

Raised body temp

If you experience any of these symptoms, lie down in a shaded/cool place (air-conditioned if possible), drink water/sports drinks with electrolytes (not sure what's available in the UK, Pedialyte is really good too), use cold compresses, take a cold shower/bath. If you don't get better or get worse, get to a doctor or call 999. Do not go back outside or resume activity until the sun sets and temps go down if you need to. If you don't address heat exhaustion, it will turn into heat stroke.

Signs of Heat Stroke

Throbbing headaches

Nausea/vomiting

Rapid pulse

Extreme thirst

Dry, swollen tongue

Disoriented, dizzy or delirious, slurred speech

Body temp greater than 40°C

Convulsions, seizure, or coma

Excessive sweating or no sweating when you should be

Cool, clammy skin

Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Call 999 and follow procedures for heat exhaustion until help arrives.

Stay safe y'all!

I need UK journalists to not show 43 degrees is not beach weather like people are gonna die

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THIS Could Be The Cure For Your Hangover

After a long night of drinking, the first thing you need is to wake up. And if you don't want to feel like death, we've got just the hangover cure solution to help you fight off that hangover and get back on your feet.

What Is A Hangover?

To understand what a hangover is, you first need to understand alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning occurs when your body cannot process the toxins created by alcohol and they build up in your system until they cause organ failure or death. The symptoms of alcohol poisoning include: vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, slurred speech and lack of coordination.

The next step in understanding hangovers is recognizing that hangovers are not necessarily caused by drinking too much alcohol; they're usually caused by dehydration instead. This means that if you decide to drink as much water as possible before going to bed after drinking alcohol (and also during periods of heavy activity), it will help relieve some of the symptoms associated with hangovers - namely headaches and nausea - though it won't completely take away any negative effects from drinking too much over a short period of time (like feeling tired or dizzy).

Causes Of Hangovers

Alcohol is a diuretic, meaning it causes you to urinate more. Alcohol is also a depressant, which means it slows down your central nervous system. That's why drinking can make you feel tired and relaxed—it slows down everything in your body, including digestion.

When you drink alcohol, most of it gets absorbed into your blood stream and goes directly to the liver where it undergoes an oxidation process that converts alcohol into acetaldehyde (the toxic compound responsible for hangovers). Acetaldehyde is then converted into other chemicals that are excreted by your kidneys as urine. Since alcohol is a toxin itself and dissolves other molecules when consumed in excess amounts, any remaining toxins from food or environmental sources will also be flushed out with your next trip to the bathroom!

Prevention Of Hangovers

To prevent hangovers, it's important to drink a lot of water and eat before drinking. Also, taking vitamins is a good idea. You can find vitamin B12 in supplement form or in foods like yogurt and eggs. Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron better, which will help you recover from the alcohol more quickly. You should also avoid carbonated drinks because they make you burp more than other types of alcohol—which means you'll get drunker faster!

If you're going out for drinks with friends, remember that they should never mix their alcohol either (e.g., don't drink beer mixed with wine). Also try not to take shots straight up; instead shoot them into your mouth at an angle so that some goes down your throat without touching the sides of your mouth where there are more taste buds.

Treatment Of Hangovers

The best hangover cure is to avoid it in the first place. However, if you've had too much to drink and feel like hell, there are some things you can do at home to help ease your symptoms. Eat something! Even if you don't feel hungry right now, eating food will help keep your blood sugar up and replenish nutrients lost through alcohol consumption. Drinking water or sports drinks can also help replace fluids that have been lost through vomiting or sweating while drinking (which is why they're often referred as "hangover cures"). Vitamins C & B6 are reported as having some anecdotal benefit for hangovers by alleviating headache pain.