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If there’s one thing that makes me grateful despite having not enough money at times is that we are in the pink of health. I just really feel for those people who are sick right now as we all know how pocket draining it is with too many hospital and medical expenses to make. Just like a close friend I knew who is financially broke right now as he is trying to find cure for herpes because he was inflicted with one. His salary is not even enough to cover up for his medicines…Indeed, health is wealth so we must always be prepare and as they say, prevention is better than cure so we must take extra precaution always.

Sometimes, we need to be awaken by a saddening fact before we realize the importance and value of a certain thing. I was too relaxed and easy go lucky with my life during my single days. I don’t save enough money for  the future, I just go with the flow and let things happen as it is. Becoming a mom and having kids  have led me to different realizations in life that I need to keep things straight, for the future and safety of my kids, I just can’t keep and let things as it is, I need a well planned goal for the family, financial wise, morally and even on health issues which is very important. So I am carefully trying to look and getting some insurance quotes on health and fins the one that best suits the family. Affordability and well detailed plan are among the considerations that I look into. Getting sick is a no joke nowadays.

Studies have shown that up to 50 percent of Americans are taking prescription medication on a regular basis. Because medicine is easily available, it is important that you know how to take your prescription medicine in a safe manner.

First, it is important that you keep a list of all the medications that you are taking. On that list you will need to include all prescription drugs as well as over-the-counter medicines and herbal supplements. This way if you have a problem your doctor will be able to tell you if one medication is reacting with another.

If you need to go into surgery, it is imperative that you tell you doctor what medications you are taking. Certain medications can cause complications in the operating room.

If you are starting on a new medicine make sure that you understand the potential side effects. It is important that you ask your doctor if there are foods, drinks and other medications you should avoid while you are on this drug.

Many people share their medicine with their friends and family members. This is a mistake as different people have different reactions to medication. For example, someone in your family may be allergic to the medication you are sharing with them.

A lot of people think that antibiotics are the solution to almost every health problem they have. The reality is that antibiotics can only treat an illness that is caused by bacteria. This includes illnesses such as tuberculosis, pneumonia and strep throat. If you take antibiotics when they are not necessary your body will eventually build up a resistance to antibiotics.

The most important thing you can do is to follow the instructions the doctor has given you very carefully. If you are experiencing side effects contact your doctor immediately. He or she may switch you to another medication.

Having two kids in the house makes me a one paranoid mom with regards to some illness and other disease that they may catch. Now that we hear lots of news about people, especially children inflicted with dengue makes me one worried mom again. So I always see to it that everything in the house is on spic and span, and since it is rainy season, I always check on the laundry area and the bathroom to see if there are leaking water lines. I also asked DH to fix up the gutter of our roof as this one’s the most often culprit for breeding grounds of dengue carrier mosquitoes. It pays to always be on alert so we wont end up pointing fingers in the end when something bad happens.

Our health and safety is very important, as they always say health is wealth indeed as getting sick is too hard to bear and expenses will surely overflow. I am now thinking of having a mold test in our home to be so sure that our home is germ and bacteria free. I’ll be needing a mold test kit and I did find one at Immunolytics where their mold detector include mold analysis and free phone conference with environment expert. They offer quick 7 day turnaround and free sampling supplies with every mold test kit.

• Drink water when you wake up. Your body loses water while you sleep, so drink a glass before you go to sleep, and another glass when you wake up. You are naturally thirsty or dehydrated in the morning. Drinking water in the morning helps flush out the toxins that have accumulated all night.

• Drink 8 to 10 glasses a day. According to the Mayo Clinic, a 120-pound individual needs eight cups of water a day, while a 190-pound person would require 12 cups daily. However, some elderly individuals may do well with only five to six glasses a day. We should also monitor our urine color and keep it on the light yellow side. As a rule, drink only a maximum of 16 glasses a day, and not more.

• Drink little by little throughout the day. It is preferable to sip water throughout the day rather than to drink two glasses all at once. This will lessen the stress on the heart (especially if you have heart disease) and give your body more time to absorb it.

• Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. By the time you feel thirsty, you’re probably already two glasses below your normal water needs. Elderly people are also less sensitive to the body’s need for water.

• Drink water and limit alcohol, coffee, and sodas. Some experts believe that tea, sodas, and coffee can be potentially dehydrating. One study shows that adults who drank six cups of coffee daily experience mild dehydration. Drinking alcohol is much worse because it actually dehydrates you by making you urinate a lot.

• Train children to drink water. Set a good example to your kids and drink water together. Make sure that children drink enough water when they’re active.

• Drink more when it’s hot. People living in hot climates need to drink more water. They are more prone to develop kidney stones compared to those living in cooler regions.

• Drink more as you exercise. When you exercise, you need to drink more water to compensate for fluid loss. Go for an extra 500 ml. of water for a 30-minute to one-hour exercise. Eating a banana also helps keep your potassium up.

• Drink more when you’re sick. Even though you don’t feel like it, you really need to drink more water to help your body recover from various infections. If you’re dehydrated, you’ll feel much worse.

• Drink more if you’re pregnant. Women who are expecting or breastfeeding need additional fluids to stay hydrated. The Institute of Medicine recommends that pregnant women drink 10 cups of fluids daily and women who breastfeed take in about 13 cups of fluids a day.

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