Nutraceuticals

Children represent the future, and ensuring their healthy growth and development ought to be a prime concern of all societies. Your child"s health includes physical, mental and social well-being. Most parents know the basics of keeping children healthy, like offering them healthy foods, making sure they get enough sleep and exercise and insuring their safety.
It is also important for children to get regular check-ups with their health care provider. These visits are a chance to check your child"s development. They are also a good time to catch or prevent problems.
Other than check-ups, school-age children should be seen for: significant weight gain or loss; sleep problems or change in behavior; skin rashes; frequent sore throats and infections. Children are particularly vulnerable to infectious diseases, many of which can be effectively prevented or treated.
Keeping your child healthy is a big job! MediKids is the children’s health program aiming to improve child health by delivering integrated, effective care in a continuum - starting with a healthy pregnancy for the mother, through birth and care up to adult age. MediKids is an integrated approach to child health that focuses on the well-being of the child by providing easy access to quality health information, services and products. 

While the life-expectancy gap between men and women has decreased, it is no secret that men still need to pay more attention to their bodies. Several things work against men. They tend to smoke and drink more than women. They do not seek medical help as often as women. Some men define themselves by their work, which can add to stress.
There are also health conditions that only affect men, such as prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction and low testosterone. The good news is that many of the major health risks that men face, like heart disease, can be prevented and treated with early diagnosis. Screening tests can find diseases early, when they are easier to treat. It is important to have regular check-ups and screenings.
To start taking better care of your health, learn about your risk factors. Risk factors are things in your life that increase your chances of getting a certain disease. Some risk factors you cannot change, such as your age or family history. But many are in your control. Find out what you can do to lower your risk factors and improve your overall health. By taking these steps, you will feel good knowing you are doing all you can to take charge of your health.

Women and men have many of the same health problems, but they can affect women differently. For example, women may have different symptoms of heart disease. Some diseases or conditions are more common in women, such as osteoporosis, obesity and depression. And some conditions, such as menopause and pregnancy, are unique to women. Women sometimes neglect their own health and focus instead on their partner"s and their children"s.
Take care of yourself first! Prevention is better than cure. Therefore, get regular check-ups and screenings. Have regular mammograms. Early detection is important for treating breast, cervical, uterine and ovarian cancer. Plan for pregnancies and see your healthcare provider regularly while you are pregnant. Menopause is a natural period of women’s life. In developed countries the average woman lives one-third or more of her life after the menopause. Maintaining balanced diet, proper nutritional supplements and physical activities one can avoid most of the unpleasant menopausal symptoms.
Women deserve special healthcare. Therefore, we have created the special women’s health program called Femicare®.

When your body encounters a germ, its first line of defense is your immune system. Specialized cells and organs help your body recognize and respond to foreign invaders. If your immune system cannot do its job, the results can be serious.

The immune system is the basis of the good health. It protects the organism from infections and other diseases. Stress, overwork, poor nutrition, use of antibiotics, chronic diseases (e.g. diabetes) and other factors lead to weakening of the immune system. Then the organism becomes susceptible to viral, bacterial and other infections. They run severely, with long duration and the organism recovers slowly. The impaired immunity is also a reason for malignant diseases.

You can boost your immune system by overcoming the stress, avoiding physical and psychological exhaustion, proper nutrition and intake of immunomodulators (e.g. Imunobor). 

Antioxidants neutralize free radicals that attack your cells. Free radicals reprogram DNA and are implicated in more than 60 diseases. In addition, aging, inflammation of the muscles, joints and other tissues, plus improper functioning of the circulatory system, nervous system (including brain cells) and immune system, often result from free radical damage.
Your body naturally protects itself against free radicals by forming antioxidants. Unfortunately, the continual bombardment of stress, environmental pollution, tobacco smoking, radiation and food processing destroy antioxidants, allowing the body to be more susceptible to disease and ill health. Consequently, the body has an extremely difficult time producing enough antioxidants to combat the contamination. Therefore, you must ensure adequate intake of antioxidants through foods or supplements.  

“All diseases begin in Gut” - Hippocratis.
When you eat, your body breaks food down to a form it can use to build and nourish cells and provide energy. This process is called digestion. Your digestive system is series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube. It runs from your mouth to your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Your liver, gallbladder and pancreas are also involved. They produce juices to help digestion.
There are many types of digestive disorders e.g. diarrhea, colitis, hepatitis and others. The symptoms vary widely depending on the problem.
Use of antibiotics, improper diet, stress and infections are the four major factors leading to the disruption of the balance of the friendly microflora. Probiotics restore the normal gut flora and intestinal immune barrier function. 

Skin is the largest organ of our body - in terms of both weight and surface area. Your skin separates the inside of your body from the outside world. It protects you from bacteria and viruses, helps you sense the outside world, regulates your body temperature and performs other important functions.
Conditions that irritate, clog or inflame your skin can cause symptoms such as redness, swelling, burning and itching. Allergies, irritants, your genetic make-up and certain diseases and immune system problems can cause dermatitis and other skin conditions. Many skin problems, such as acne, also affect your appearance. 

Heart diseases are the major cause of premature death in most European populations. They are also a major cause of disability. The most common cause of heart diseases is narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart itself. This is called coronary artery disease and happens slowly over time. It"s the major reason people have heart attacks.
The mass occurrence of cardiovascular diseases relates strongly to life-styles and modifiable physiological factors. Risk factor modifications have been unequivocally shown to reduce mortality and morbidity. You can help reduce your risk of heart diseases by taking steps to control factors that put you at greater risk: control your blood pressure; lower your cholesterol; do not smoke; get enough exercise; make healthy food choices and quality supplements. 

Neurologic diseases are disorders of the brain, spinal cord and nerves throughout your body. Together they control all the workings of the body. When something goes wrong with a part of your nervous system, you can have trouble moving, speaking, swallowing, breathing or learning. You can also have problems with your memory, senses or mood.
There are more than 600 neurologic diseases. Major types include - degenerative diseases, where nerve cells are damaged or die; diseases of the blood vessels that supply the brain, such as stroke; seizure disorders, such as epilepsy and migraine.
Growing number of studies indicated that a wide range of natural health products demonstrate favorable effects on numerous neurological disorders. 

Cancer begins in your cells, which are the building blocks of your body. Normally, your body forms new cells as you need them, replacing old cells that die. Sometimes this process goes wrong. New cells grow even when you do not need them, and old cells do not die when they should. These extra cells can form a mass called a tumor. Tumors can be benign or malignant. Benign tumors are not cancer while malignant ones are. Cells from malignant tumors can invade nearby tissues. They can also break away and spread to other parts of the body.
Most cancers are named for where they start. For example, lung cancer starts in the lung, and breast cancer starts in the breast. The spread of cancer from one part of the body to another is called metastasis. Symptoms and treatment depend on the cancer type and how advanced it is. Treatment plans may include surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy. Sometimes alternative medical methods are employed to mitigate the suffering of these patients. 

Your bones help you move, give you shape and support your body. They are living tissues that rebuild constantly throughout your life. During childhood and your teens, your body adds new bone faster than it removes old bone. After about the age of 20, you can lose bone faster than you make bone. To have strong bones when you are young, and to prevent bone loss when you are older, you need to get enough calcium, vitamin D and exercise.
There are many kinds of bone problems. Osteoporosis makes your bones weak and more likely to break. Other bone diseases are caused by poor nutrition, genetic factors or problems with the rate of bone growth or rebuilding. 

Obesity is fast becoming the major cause of premature death in the developed world. The rising prevalence of obesity and obesity-related co-morbidities also elevates healthcare costs, and reduces quality of life. More than 1.1 billion people in the world are estimated to be overweight, of which around 320 million are now calculated to be obese.
Achieving a healthy weight can help you control your cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. It might also help you prevent weight-related diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and some cancers.
Eating too much or not being physically active enough will make you overweight. To maintain your weight, the calories you eat must be equal to the energy you burn. To lose weight, you must use more calories than you eat. A weight-control strategy might include: choosing low-fat, low-calorie foods; eating smaller portions; drinking water instead of sugary drinks; being physically active and taking natural products Calorex. 

OCOMED – Eye Health Program

For Better Vision

Some eye problems are minor and fleeting. But some lead to a permanent loss of vision. Your best defense is to have regular check-ups, because eye diseases do not always have symptoms. Early detection and treatment could prevent vision loss.
You can lower your risk of eye disease and vision loss if you avoid smoking, eat healthy foods, stay active, control your blood pressure and protect your eyes from the sun.
OCOMED is an integrated approach to eye health that focuses on vision care by providing quality health information, services and products.

About 80 percent of adults currently have some form of periodontal disease. It ranges from simple gum inflammation, called gingivitis, to serious disease that results in damage to the bone. In gingivitis, the gums become red and swollen. They can bleed easily. Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis. The gums pull away from the teeth and form pockets that are infected. If not treated, the bones, gums and connective tissue that support the teeth will be destroyed.
Here"s how to keep your mouth and teeth healthy:

• Brush your teeth every day with a fluoride toothpaste
• Floss your teeth every day
• Limit sugary snacks
• Do not smoke
• See your dentist regularly
• Get enough calcium, vitamins and supplements

Several nutritional supplements have favorable effects on the supporting structure of the teeth (gums and bones).

 A variety of conditions may affect your hearing or balance. Ear infections are the most common illness in infants and young children. Tinnitus, a roaring in your ears, can be the result of loud noises, medicines or a variety of other causes. Meniere"s disease may be the result of fluid problems in your inner ear; its symptoms include tinnitus and dizziness. Some ear disorders can result in hearing disorders and deafness.
Throat or pharyngeal problems are common. You"ve probably had a sore throat. The cause is usually a viral infection, but other causes include allergies or infection with strep bacteria. Other problems that affect the throat include – tonsillitis (an infection in the tonsils), pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx) etc.
When there is a problem with your nose, your whole body can suffer. For example, the stuffy nose of the common cold can make it hard for you to breathe, sleep or get comfortable. Many problems besides the common cold can affect the nose.
Due to the close anatomical and physiological relationship, the disorders of ear, nose and throat are usually considered together. 

 Your endocrine system includes eight major glands throughout your body. These glands make hormones. Hormones are chemical messengers. They travel through your bloodstream to tissues or organs. Hormones work slowly and affect body processes from head to toe. These include:

• Growth and development
• Metabolism - digestion, elimination, breathing, blood circulation and maintaining body temperature
• Sexual function
• Reproduction
• Mood

If your hormone levels are too high or too low, you may have a hormone disorder. Hormone diseases also occur if your body does not respond to hormones the way it is supposed to. Stress, infection and changes in your blood"s fluid and electrolyte balance can also influence hormone levels.
In the Western world, the most common endocrine disease is diabetes. There are many others. They are usually treated by controlling how much hormone your body makes. Hormone supplements can help if the problem is too little of a hormone. Diabetes may lead to serious long-term complications of the eye, kidneys, heart and blood vessels and the nervous system.