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Revised General Guidelines for Balanced Nutrition

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In the United States, the general guidelines for balanced nutrition (Pugs) is defined as 13 basic messages that can be used as guidelines for each resident to obtain a healthy diet and balanced. 13 foundation of balanced nutrition messages are: 1. Eat a variety of food, the food sources of energy substances (carbohydrates), builder substances (proteins), as well as regulating substances (vitamins and minerals). 2. Eat food to meet energy needs. These needs can be met from three main sources, namely carbohydrates, proteins and fats. 3. Eat a carbohydrate source, half of its energy needs. Sugar consumption should be limited to 5% of the amount of energy sufficiency, or about 3-4 tablespoons per day. Should be approximately 50-60% of energy derived from complex carbohydrates or equivalent with 3-4 rice dishes. 4. Limit consumption of fats and oils to a quarter of energy sufficiency. Animal fats consumed in excess can cause narrowing of the arteries and coronary heart disease. ...

Scale Hair Loss in women

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There are two assessment scales hair loss in women, namely the scale of Ludwig & Savin scale. In terms of intensity and purpose of both is identical, except for the Savin scale also assessed throughout the thinning of the hair. As shown in the figure below, the picture shows the scale rambur 1-8 loss ranging from mild to severe. The picture to the 8 & 9 including very rare.

Food pyramid

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For in the United States, Department of Agriculture in 2005 they have been revised to replace the food pyramid was introduced since 1992. The new food pyramid called "MyPyramid" emphasizes the selection of foods that fit the needs of their activities. In addition to the food pyramid image is also included to complete the picture of physical activity undertaken food intake. Physical activity may include all activities of the movement of the body that uses energy. Walking, gardening, climbing stairs, playing soccer or dance, is one example of physical activity. To get the health benefits of physical activity, then these activities should be carried out for 30 minutes a day. But physical activity does not increase the heart rate is not included in physical activity is as above, such as moving a regular or street while shopping.

Hair Loss In Women

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At initially we probably not realize hair loss that experienced by, could started from a few strands of hair who left behind in comb or floor bathroom of up to finally skin of head which can visible with clearly. Baldness is often described as excessive hair loss in head and can be caused by many things such as heredity, certain side effects of treatment or because of health problems. Although baldness is more commonly found in men, women also have these problems, especially hair loss. It is usually more concerned about the women because hair always identified with the crown in women. Type of Hair Loss in Women Unlike men, hair loss in women typically begins before the age of 50 years and not related to hereditary factors or patterns. Usually the women also experience hair loss are not aware of whether it is permanent or temporary, because there are few events that can cause hair loss such as pregnancy or suffering from certain diseases. Here are the types of hair loss in women: 1. A...

Treatment of hair loss in women

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Either that baldness is permanent or temporary can not be cured, but for hair loss treatments can be done to assist the process of hair growth. For some types of hair loss, hair may grow back normally without treatment. The effectiveness of the treatment performed for the treatment of hair loss depends on the cause of hair loss, hair loss and scale of each individual response to treatment is done. Usually the larger the scale of hair loss is also a less effective treatment. Commonly used for treatment of hair loss treatments are:     Minoxidil     Inventory was that contains minoxidil can be purchased at pharmacies without a prescription, usually are used to treatment of androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata. This preparation is usually a liquid that is applied to the scalp two times a day to help keep the hair growth and hair loss does not occur. Preparations available usually consisting of a concentration of 2% and 5%.     The new hai...

Depression In Teens

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 A teenager who looks happy is commonplace. However, be aware if unhappiness has continued until more than two weeks. There are many reasons why a teen feels unhappy. Stressful environment can lead to depression. With the depression, feelings of guilt may arise, the decline in school performance, social interaction, deviations of sexual orientation, and disruption of family life in adolescents. Depression is a serious disorder that can affect thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and general health. Depression knows no age. Old, young, adults, even teenagers can get depressed. Triggered by a trivial problem, it could be teenagers who are depressed do things that are not commonly imagined. The most dangerous of depression is the emergence of suicidal ideation or suicide attempts. Definition of Depression Depression is a mental disorder that is characterized by specific feelings of sadness, despair, discouragement, guilt, slow in thinking, and decreased motivation to perform the activity....