Massage the Point of Longevity for these Health Benefits

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Did you know that according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) our body consists of 365 points and 12 principle meridians (a channel network that allows energy to flow, accessing all parts of the body) equivalent to the number of days and months in a year? Chinese medicine has a long history. It perceives the body to be an energy system and believes that massaging particular points will influence the flow of energy in the body, boosting and enhancing the function of the body organs.

One such point known as 'the point of longevity' is believed to decelerate the aging process and contribute to preventing a number of diseases. Let's take a look at the positive effects massaging this point can have on the body:

Disclaimer: This article serves for informative purposes only. Health related issues should always be seen to by your doctor. Nevertheless, unless you suffer from insomnia, it won't hurt to try massaging this one, crucial point.

Locating the Point of Longevity Located just below the kneecap (see image above), the point of longevity can easily be found. Just place your hands on the knees, keeping your left hand on the left knee and the right hand on the right knee. Its exact point is located between the ends of your ring finger and the little finger. Here's how: Take a couple of moments to relax before you begin. Prior to massaging this point, ensure that you are sitting comfortably. Inhale deeply, focusing on your emotional state.   Massage the point in circular movements, clockwise, 9 times on each leg. Massage the area with your fingers, or use grain cereals such as buckwheat, oats or rice.   Preferably, massage the point of longevity in the morning, as doing this before bedtime may cause insomnia. At night, a better alternative would be to massage these spots on your legs, to promote better sleep.The Health Benefits According to TCM, this point is believed to help your body combat countless issues and health conditions. It certainly won't hurt to massage this point, if only to reap just a couple of its health benefits.   Massaging this point is thought to be especially beneficial for the organs in the lower part of the body. The point of longevity is believed to boost the function of the reproductive system, kidneys, glands, gastrointestinal and digestive tract.  Massaging this point has also seen positive results in constipation, gastritis, urinary incontinence and impotence, and has been known to alleviate hiccups. The point of longevity can also be very useful in eliminating anxiety, stress and tension, maintaining an inner balance and boosting your confidence. While the point of longevity may help you deal with stress. Massaging this point regularly is believed to have positive effects on preventing inflammation, regulating and boosting the immune system, as well as regulating glucose and insulin levels.

Dengue fever – do not give Aspirin or Ibuprofen to the patient

While people are scrambling to find out more about dengue symptoms and its treatment, they don’t know something very important. Since dengue presents as a fever with body ache in the beginning, most people mistake it as a case of viral fever. They end up self-medicating themselves with either Aspirin or Ibuprofen. Now, this can be very dangerous and cause severe bleeding. Why?
 
The infecting organism in dengue affects the platelets which are responsible for clotting (stopping bleeding) increasing the tendency of the person to bleed. Aspirin and Ibuprofen also have similar action. Both of them together could cause the person to bleed excessively pushing the patient into what is called the ‘Dengue Shock syndrome’. And once in this stage, medical treatment is needed in an emergency basis and hospitalization becomes necessary.

So what is dengue?
It is a tropical disease, usually transmitted by mosquitoes and the common symptoms include fever, headache, muscle and joint pains and skin rash. There is no vaccine for dengue and the only way to reduce infections is to improve hygiene levels so as to prevent mosquito-bites and prevent mosquitoes from breeding. It’s particularly difficult to create a vaccine because it’s caused by different viruses and there are no animal models available for testing. The disease kills over five thousand Indians every year and is a seasonal threat, particularly during the monsoon seasons. 

So what are the symptoms of dengue?
Characterized by severe flu-like symptoms, dengue affects infants, children and adults alike and could be fatal. The clinical manifestations of dengue vary with the age of the patient.  A person suffering from high fever in the range of 40°C/ 104°F, accompanied by any two of the following symptoms could be suffering from dengue:

• Severe headache
• Pain behind the eyes
• Nausea, Vomiting
• Swollen glands
• Muscle and joint pains
• Rash

Symptoms usually last for 2-7 days. Dengue could progress to severe dengue, a potentially fatal complication, causing leaking of plasma, fluid accumulation, respiratory distress, severe bleeding and organ impairment.

The warning signs to look out for occur 3-7 days after the first symptoms along with a decrease in temperature are severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, rapid breathing, bleeding gums, blood in vomit, fatigue, restlessness.

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ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

1. Pineal Gland 
Named for its pine-cone shape, the pineal gland is tucked between the two hemispheres of the brain. It's still a bit of a mystery, though we know it produces the sleep hormone, melatonin. 

2. Pituitary Gland 
Known as the master gland, this pea-size organ releases hormones that stimulate the other glands to, in turn, release their hormones. 

3. Thyroid Gland 
Think of this gland as the thermostat for your metabolism: It can increase or decrease the rate of calorie burn by releasing more or less thyroid hormone. 

4. Adrenal Glands 
Perched atop your kidneys, these glands secrete hormones that control your "fight or flight" response to stress (cortisol and adrenaline) and your blood pressure (aldosterone), among others. 

5. Ovaries 
These organs produce more than eggs; they manufacture and release the most important hormones for female development: estrogen, progesterone, and--yes--testosterone. 

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