It doesn’t really matter where you swim, whether a community pool or your backyard pool, you should know the difference between a healthy pool and a dangerously risky one.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that during the last decade the number of illnesses resulting from unclean pool water has increased.It is particularly dangerous for some individuals such as:pregnant women, children, and those with weak immune systems.These individuals are particularly at risk of developing severe illnesses if infected.

The keys to having a safe pool situation are proper treatment and healthy behavior-protecting the water quality and the swimmer’s health.Chlorine continues to be the first line of defense in pool treatment.Adding chlorine to the water is an effective measure to kill germs.

You may ask how is it possible to tell the difference between a healthy pool and an unhealthy pool?According to the National Consumers League, Water Quality and Health Council, a national partnership formed by the CDC, and the American Chemistry Council, you should use your sense of sight, touch, smell, and sound to help you tell the difference.

Use your senses to notice the differences between healthy pools and risky ones.Here are some tips:

Sight: Look at the water.It should be clear and clean.

Touch:Feel of the tiles around the pool.They should feel smooth and clean

Smell:Make sure there are no strong odors.

Sound:Listen for the operation of the pool cleaning equipment.

The most important and essential step to take for a well maintained swimming pool is to keep it properly chlorinated.By taking this action, it will prevent illnesses from waterborne bacteria and viruses.These pathogens can cause swimmers to experience diarrhea, respiratory illnesses, and ear and nose infections and also skin infections.

The CDC states that everyone has a responsibility in keeping the pool water safe and healthy by doing the following:

Don’t swim when you are ill with diarrhea

Don’t swallow pool water

Take frequent bathroom breaks

Practice good hygiene

If you are unsure about the quality of water in your pool, it would be wise to test it by using portable pool and spa testing strips to ensure the chlorine levels are adequate and the proper pH exist.

So, before you go for your next relaxing swim, be sure to use your “senses” and have a wonderful, refreshing and healthy day at the pool.

Leading a healthy, long and fruitful life is the ultimate goal for everyone and I will share some tips and ways to improve you overall health and increase you life expectancy. Below are the tips:

Foods & Vitamins:

1)Daily consume one capsule for fish oil which is a rich source of Omega3 Fatty Acids. These fatty acids keep heart healthy.

2)Drink 1 glass of water every 1 hour and 3 glasses empty stomach when you wake up.

3)Start drinking green tea.

4)Don’t forget to add Aloe Vera too your diet.

5)Reduce Caffeine from your diet (Cold drinks and Coffee have maximum of caffeine)

6)Take Chewable vitamin C tablets daily to ensure that your immune system is strong and that you don’t catch infection easily.

7)For females, taking calcium tablets daily is a must to avoid osteoporosis and arthritis which is very common in females.

Habits & Lifestyle:
Properbreathingis very important, feel your breathing pattern, ensure that your tummy and not chest moves while breathing and breath slowly and calmly.

9)Strictly avoid Smoking. It Kills.
10)Avoid too much alcohol in one go. Drink less with frequent intervals.

11)Practice meditation and yoga. If you have stress, you are in danger; meditation and Yoga are the answers for your stress.

12)Try to maintain work and family life balance. Professional success without family is a real failure and you cannot lead a happy family life without enough money. Both are important, don’t ignore anyone.

13)If you are getting angry easily and losing your control on petty issues, you need a break, take vacations, join yoga classes, start meditation but come out of this situation as early as you can, anger kills.

14)Take proper sleep, 7 hours of sleep is ideal, not less not more.

15)Proper posture plays an important role in proving strength to your bones, muscles and joints. Keep checking your posture after every 1 hour.

16)Exercise regularly, weight training, aerobics and outdoor games. Have some passion which involves physical efforts.

17)Try laughing loudly and keep smiling.

Finally, be happy which is the key and below are some thoughts to ensure that:

1)Whatever happened, happened for good and nobody and change what had happened, is happening and will happen.
2)Everyone is a part of God and god is in everybody, so, if someone has done something wrong, forgive him/her, because by not forgiving you are punishing yourself.
3)Help the ones who are in need, and try to share part of your earning with needy if God has given you extra, this is a way of thanking God.

I am not a Doctor and these are generic tips, I strongly recommend that you consult a Qualified Doctor If you suffer from any disease/Physical problem.

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The increase in body weight is quite normal and healthy especially during pregnancy. This is like so since the little newcomer in the mother needs essential nutrients, which causes excessive hunger and eating more and thus getting fat. After the child’s birth, the mother slowly starts losing the unnecessary weight. As you surely have seen this trend with celebrities, who shrink in days to make a come back on the big screen.

When it comes to housewives, they simply can’t afford to spend much on slimming instructors and cooks to prepare the prescribed diet.

Now, ladies often are troubled by the overwhelming thought of reducing in weight in order to fit in their old attires. For such impatient ladies, here are some useful tips based on the real life experiences of some of my family members:

First and foremost, seek the advice of the doctor regarding the type, duration and time of exercise. In normal deliveries, the exercise can be safely started after 4 to 6 weeks. Nevertheless, in the caesarian cases it is better to delay the exercise by about 8-10 weeks. However, there is no harm indulging in routine movements like walking and moving around. In the initial phase, half an hour spent doing pnm exercise is quite sufficient.

Secondly, eat a healthy diet that abounds in folic acid, fibers, vitamins and proteins.

Then, it is beneficial to avoid high fat products like cakes and cookies and even ice creams. Fast food items and junk food should be kept away from oneself as they have high calories and carbohydrates. This, however, does not mean skipping meals to the extent of starving oneself to death, in some cases it may lead to compulsive eating as a reaction.

Fourthly, steamed food items are always healthier to eat than fried food.

Fifthly, increase the intake of water, say 8-10 glasses or even more. Fresh juices are preferable over the preserved ones.

Lastly and most importantly, the mothers breastfeeding their babies not only lose 500 calories per day but also intensify the maternal bond with the child. It keeps the mother and the little naughty healthy and happy. Studies show that mothers who feed their babies are saved from many diseases and their children develop strong resistance towards seasonal changes.

Be focused and stay consistent. With these tips one can achieve the target in a matter of days.

Health Tips for Women over 60

Before starting my article I will like to say a few words about health.

“Every human being is the author of his own health or disease.”
“He, who has health, has hope. And he, who has hope, has everything.”
“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.”

Being healthy is not limited to a healthy body. It also refers to a healthy mind. This concept is very true for women over 60.

We should focus on our cognitive faculties. To do this, stay mentally active. Are you reading informative and stimulating books? One book could actually expand your horizon. It can make you feel, think and look into the perspective of the authors’ eyes. You can also do a cross word. Bottom line, keep your brain busy.

Stay active. Do a lot of activities. This will further help improve your stamina and keep you away from viral and bacterial sickness. However, keep your activities in moderate pacing.

Do a regular exercise regimen. Seek the advice of your doctor on an exercise appropriate for you. You can also jog or brisk walk early in the morning.

Always remember to breathe in and breathe out. This is the proper way and the only way to make the most out of the benefits of exercise. Make sure your exercise program is approved by your doctor.

Keep away from health hazards like smoking. This is detrimental to your health. If you think quitting smoking at the 60 is already too late, think again. It is better to stop now than to further expose your self from lung cancer.

Have a regular check up with your doctor. Make sure you are safe from cervical and breast cancer. Be mindful of your bone mass. It is advisable to take foods that could you’re your calcium needs as often as your could. Check your blood pressure regularly. Make sure you have a normal blood pressure.

You should be vigilant on these illnesses because it could catch up on you if you will not watch your health.