Human longevity is not just affected by how well your genes are, but also how well you live your life. Researchers have found a way to eat, move and manage stress that determines how long people live.

A new study conducted on 20,000 people in the UK and has been published in the British Medical Journal, shows that one can reduce the risk of stroke by 50 percent. Just by doing four things, which is active for 30 minutes a day, eating fruits and vegetables, and avoiding excessive smoking and alcohol.

People can reach the age of 100 with a healthy lifestyle. However, Thomas Perls of Boston University School of Medicine, believes that with the assumption that puts genes aside, there’s nothing stopping you living up to the age of 90 years.

Here are 10 habits Perls used to calculate how long a person can survive, as reported by USNews, Tuesday (9/3/2010).

1. Do not retire.
Although already in the retirement age does not mean you can no longer work. “Evidence shows that in a society where people suddenly stopped working, the incidence of obesity and chronic disease increases after retirement,” says Luigi Ferrucci, director of the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging.

2. Floss Teeth Every day
This can keep the arteries (blood vessels) remain healthy. Studies from New York University in 2008 showed that flossing every day can reduce the number of bacteria that cause gum disease in the mouth. These bacteria can enter the bloodstream and trigger inflammation in the arteries, and increases the risk of heart disease.

3. Always move
“Sports is the only way to stay young,” said Jay Olshansky, a professor of medicine and aging researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Study after study has recommended that the benefits of exercise to improve mood, mental acuity, balance, muscle mass, and bone. No need to exercise at the gym, just by simply walking around the neighborhood for 30 minutes a day.

4. Eat high-fiber cereal for breakfast
Whole wheat benefited especially in the morning can help maintain stable blood sugar levels throughout the day. According to a study conducted recently by Ferrucci and colleagues, people who do this can prevent  diabetes, which could accelerate aging.

5. Sleep at least 6 hours a day
“Sleeping is one of the most important functions for our bodies, our body regulates and heal cells when we are asleep,” Ferrucci said.

6. Consumption of whole foods, not supplements
Evidence strongly indicates that people who have blood that is rich in nutrients, like selenium, beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, has a longer life. But there is nothing to prove that taking supplements can provide anti-aging benefits.

“There are more than 200 different carotenoids and the 200 different flavonoids contained in a tomato,” Ferrucci said. This chemical is beneficial to the body other than known nutrients such as lycopene or vitamin C. Avoid white foods (nutrient-lacking white food) such as bread, flour and sugar. And switch to fruits, vegetables, and whole wheat bread.

7. Reduce the neurotic (nerve pressure)
A better way to cope with stress is yoga, exercise, meditation, tai chi (take a deep breath in for a while). While in the other hand daydreaming, eating chips in front of the TV, partying and drinking to much alcoholic is bad for the body.

8. Live like Seventh Day Adventist
Americans who define themselves as the Seventh Day Adventists, have a life expectancy average of 89 years, about a decade longer than the average American.

They appreciate the body by not smoking, consume alcohol or pamper your body with sweet foods. They are usually vegetarian and eat fruits, vegetables, nuts, and do many sports. They are also very focused on families and communities.

9. Being a creature that used to it
According to Olshansky, people tend to live the old days with a strict routine, eating the same food and doing the same types of activities throughout their lives. Sleep and wake at the same time each day is one good habit to keep the body in a stable equilibrium.

10. Stay socially connected
Have social relationships with friends or loved ones is key to avoiding depression, which can lead to early death, particularly common to a widow and an elderly widower.

Some psychologists even think that one of the greatest benefits to be obtained from the parents exercise a strong social interaction, a walk with friends or join a training class.

Ear ache is an ache localized in the middle or inner ear. Technically ear ache may be called otalgia or otodynia. Otalgia is ear pain or an earache. Primary otalgia is from pain that originates inside the ear. Referred otalgia is from pain that originates from outside the ear. Earache is very common medical problem for both children and adults. The 2 most common conditions that cause earache are infection of the outer ear (otitis externa) and infection of the middle ear. The common causes of otitis externa are trapped moisture and minor injury to the ear canal. Otitis media is caused by bacteria growing in the middle ear behind the eardrum. It often follows a cold or upper respiratory tract infection.

Here are some of the home remedies for ear ache ear ache treatments :

Put a small piece of pealed garlic on a thin piece of gauze and stuck it in the ear for a few minutes. It could help relieve the pain while it is inside the ear.

Try using sweet oil you can get it at any drug store. Just put a few drops in and then put cotton in that ear.

Place a bottle of baby oil or mineral oil in a pan of hot (not boiling) water. Let the oil sit in the water until it becomes hot. Place a drop or two of oil in the ear. It will help lessen the pain.

Chew a wad of gum. I’m sure you’ve heard of people telling you to do so to help with pressure in the ears on plane flights.

Hydrogen peroxide and warm water mixture poured into the ear is a good home remedy. After that place a towel over the ear and let the mixture run out.

Pure lavender oil mixed with a carrier oil like almond oil. Eight drops each of lavender and teatree oil to 1/2 ounce carrier oil. Never put in ear just massage all around behind and down the side of neck.

Apply warm olive oil on a piece of cotton wool ,and put it into ear before going to bed. This usually done the trick.and didn’t need any medical intervention.

Garlic has many uses, and is an effective remedy for a variety of ailments. With its antibiotic, antifungal, and antiviral properties, garlic can treat many types of external earaches. In the early stage of an ear infection, or even periodically if you are prone to ear infections, place a few drops of garlic oil in the ear canal, the plug loosly with sterile cotton.

Spending too much time in the pool can lead to this ailment, caused when waterborne bacteria get trapped in your ear. To clear it up, put a few drops of a mixture of one part white vinegar and one part rubbing alcohol into your ear. Wait a few minutes, then tip your head and let the liquid trickle out. Repeat three times daily.

Don’t use ear candles when you are having an ear infection. That can cause a lot of pain and potential damage. Use the ear candle AFTER the infection to pull out all the gunk. An ear infection is caused by a clogged Eustachian tube, and an ear candle does nothing to pull out the liquid trapped behind the ear drum.

As a tropical fruit pineapple contains a proteolytic enzyme bromelain, which could help in the digestion of protein. Pineapple also could prevent blood clot formation because of its bromelain content.

Pineapple is one of those foods that would bring pleasure to eat. A good, juicy ripe pineapple can satisfy a sweet craving as well as any chocolate bar. Besides the fact that pineapple is a delicious food, it also has many health benefits.

A cup of fresh pineapple chunks contains 73% of the manganese the body needs for the day. Manganese, a trace mineral, is needed to build bone and connective tissues. A latest study proven that a combination of glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and manganese offered significant improvement of symptoms for people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee.

Nutritional Value:

Pineapple’s nutrients include calcium, potassium, fiber ,and vitamin c It is low in fat and cholesterol. Vitamin c is the body’s primary water soluble antioxidant, against free radicals that attack and damage normal cells. It is also a good source of vitamin B1, vitamin B6, copper and dietary fiber.

Pineapple juice also relives sore throats and bronchitis. However, it should not be used by those with Hemophilia or by those with diseases of the kidneys and liver. It can be useful for heart patients but it seems to reduce the time taken to coagulate the blood which is not good for those with kidney and liver disease.

Pineapples provide an ample supply of vitamin C too, a commonly known antioxidant that protects the body from free radical damage and boosts the immune system. Vitamin C helps build and repair bodily tissue and promotes wound healing. The body uses vitamin C to help metabolize fats and cholesterol, absorb iron, and synthesize amino acids and collagen. Collagen is one of the primary building blocks of skin, cartilage and bones. Vitamin C also decreases the severity of colds and infections.

Pineapple is high in anti-oxidants. A very good source of vitamin C, pineapple offers your body an excellent protection against free-radicals, substances that attack healthy cells. A build up of free-radicals can lead to atherosclerosis and diabetic heart disease, an increase in asthma attacks and an increased risk of developing certain cancers, such as colon cancer. Free-radicals have also been shown to accentuate the problems associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.This fruits if high in fibre content which helps in easy bowel movement.Pineapple helps in curing stomach problems as diarrhoea.It is used in beauty industry to remove warts.

Pineapple has been thought good for heart conditions and indeed should not be used by people with haemophilia or by those with diseases of the kidneys and liver. This is because it seems to reduce the time taken to coagulate the blood – which is why it can be useful for heart patients.

Pineapple is good for your gums: Furthermore, due to its high vitamin C content, pineapples are good for your oral health as well. Vitamin C can reduce your risk of gingivitis and periodontal disease. Besides increasing the ability of connective tissue to repair itself, vitamin C also increases the body’s ability to fight invading bacteria and other toxins that contribute to gum disease. Periodontal disease, which destroys gum tissue and underlying jaw bones, has been linked to heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes.

Having a baby means lot of works to do. From changing diapers, feedings and odd sleep patterns can leave even the most organized parents exhausted and absentminded. Amid the multitude of new things parents must learn about taking care of their new baby is oral hygiene. Most dentists and pediatricians agree that parents should make dental care a priority, even during the first months of a baby’s life. By starting good oral hygiene practices early, parents will be training their children to continue these beneficial routines into their adult years.

Oral Hygiene for Babies with No Teeth
Everyone has harmful bacteria in their mouths, even babies. Parents can help reduce some of these bacteria by gently swabbing the baby’s gums with a wet cloth after feedings. This will not hurt the baby’s gums; rather, he will probably enjoy the sensation.

Oral Hygiene for Teething Babies
Babies begin the teething process when the teeth begin to pierce through the gum line. Once the baby teeth begin to show, parents should start gently brushing all areas of the teeth and gums with a small, soft-bristled toothbrush two times each day.

Babies and Fluoride
When babies are small there is no need to use toothpaste, water will do. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children age 2 and younger use fluoride-free toothpaste. Using fluoride toothpaste before a child has learned to adequately spit it out after brushing can lead to a condition called dental fluorosis.

What is dental fluorosis, it is a permanent condition that occurs when a child is exposed to an overabundance of fluoride during the tooth enamel forming years. The result is either baby teeth or adult teeth that have mild to severe tooth discoloration, such as lines or spots, or irregularities on the surface of the teeth, such as pits.

Babies and Dentist Visits
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children be scheduled for a first dentist visit by the time they turn 1 year of age or when the first tooth comes in. Some dentists begin actual dental exams and cleanings on children when they turn 3 years of age.

Prior to and in-between dental visits, pediatricians check the teeth and gums of their young patients during well-visits. If there are visible problems or if the doctor or parents have concerns about the state of the child’s dental health, it may be recommended that the parents schedule a more in-depth examination by a pediatric dentist or family dentist. Such situations might include:

* Injury to the teeth
* Tooth discoloration
* Tooth sensitivity
* Atypical growths in the mouth

Effect of Baby Bottles and Pacifiers on Teeth
Babies should never be given bottles of milk or juice as a way to fall asleep or as a “security” item that is used throughout the day. Allowing babies and children to continually have these types of liquids on the teeth for prolonged periods can easily lead to tooth decay. Baby bottles should be discouraged around the child’s first birthday.

Pacifiers, when continually used after age 3, can create a bad bite or misaligned teeth. It is advisable to stop the pacifier and thumb sucking habit as soon as possible to alleviate these potential problems.

Our skin, which is the largest organ on the body, takes a lot of abuse and it doesn’t care. It’s the skins job to be the protector of the body and this organ does what it can to keep us as safe as possible. This is something a lot of us take for granted. We go gallivanting in the sun or visit the tanning bed, we pick at our pimples and scabs, and allow bacteria and dirt to stay longer than necessary; we don’t even realize it either. Even if you are using a skin care product, you should still follow these four rules for helping keep your skin at tip top conditions.

1. Wash your face with a cleanser twice daily. The reason behind this is that, throughout the day, your face is polluted with makeup and environmental elements that can put you in danger for a breakout of pimples.  So washing your face in the morning is good, giving you a fresh start to the day, but washing your face at night is essential. Also using the right cleanser is important. Find one that will not react adversely to your skin and does not have a scrub quality to it (scrubs should only be used once in a while).  For the sake of already mentioning it, Dermajuv cleansers would be good for a daily face wash. They contain organic natural ingredients (like Tangerine Oil and Olive Leaf Extract) that do not react adversely to skin and are gentle to our skin.  Now Dermajuv cleanser are not the end all of facial cleansers but they are at the top of their game.

2. Do not pick at your blemishes and scars. This is huge when it comes to treating your skin right. The reason for this is that you are tearing at your already inflamed skin tissue, giving it even more work to do. Pimples are dirt and grime and bacteria that get stuck in your pores causing a pimple to form. If you break it up, yes you are releasing the stuff stuck inside but you are also doing two things that can cause more problems: first you are allowing that dirt and bacteria to be spread to another area creating more pimples, and you are doing what I said above tearing the skin tissue possibly causing scars. So just follow the above step and keep washing your face with the Dermajuv or any other cleansers, the pimple will eventually go away.

3. Do not go to the Tanning Bed. Just please do not do this. Tanning beds are pretty much the equivalent of baking your skin. We are fully allowing the UV rays that we have been trying to stay away from (due to UV rays causing premature aging and skin cancer) about inches away from your face and body. It just makes no sense to me.If you would like to get color on your skin, go for the spray tan route or the self tanning lotion route instead.

Take this as a warning, the more you make the skin’s job as a protector harder to accomplish, the faster your skin starts breaking down. This means wrinkles, lines, saggy skin, and the most immediate affect acne and acne scars. Cleansers do a good job of helping with these, but if you were to have been aware earlier you wouldn’t have needed them. Just remember that following these three very important rules and using the right product, you will make your skin happy. This in turn will make the skin work harder and look better.