Kuku & Kesihatan: Ketahui Tanda-Tandanya

Adakah anda tahu bahawa kuku anda boleh memberi petunjuk kepada kesihatan anda secara keseluruhan? Sentuhan putih, warna merah jambu, beralun atau bengkak boleh menjadi tanda penyakit yang terdapat dalam badan. Masalah hati, paru-paru dan jantung boleh dilihat pada kuku anda. 

Mari kita lihat apakah kaitan kuku dengan kesihatan diri anda. 

Kuku Pucat

Jika kuku anda kelihatan pucat, ia mungkin adalah petanda kepada beberapa penyakit yang serius seperti anemia, kegagalan jantung kongestif, masalah hati dan tanda-tanda pemakanan tidak seimbang.Oleh itu tidak salah jika anda lakukan pemeriksaan lanjut dengan doktor anda bagi memastikan perkara tersebut. 

Kuku Putih

Jika warna kuku anda kelihatan putih dengan keadaan gelap di sekelilingnya, ini menunjukkan anda berhadapan dengan masalah hati seperti hepatitis. 

Kuku Kekuningan

Selalunya jika kuku anda berwarna kuning, ia adalah disebabkan jangkitan kulat. Namun apabila jangkitan tersebut semakin parah, kuku anda boleh menjadi menebal dan tercabut. Walaupun kes sebegini jarang sekali berlaku, tetapi kuku yang kekuningan mungkin menandakan penyakit yang lebih serius iaitu seperti tiroid, paru-paru, kencing manis atau psoriasis. 

Kuku Kebiruan

Apabila kuku anda berwarna kebiru-biruan, ia mungkin bermakna tubuh badan anda tidak mendapat oksigen yang mencukupi. Ia juga mungkin menandakan terdapat jangkitan dalam paru-paru anda seperti pneumonia. Sesetengah masalah jantung juga boleh dikaitkan dengan kuku yang kebiruan. 

Kuku Beralun

Jika permukaan kuku anda tampak beralun atau tompok berbintik, ia mungkin petanda awal penyakit psoriasis atau artritis radang. Perubahan warna kuku adalah perkara biasa dan anda boleh kulit di bawah kelihatan berwarna perang kemerahan. 

Kuku Retak Atau Terbelah

Kuku yang kering, rapuh, sering retak atau terbelah seringkali dikaitkan dengan penyakit tiroid. Gabungan kuku retak atau terbelah dengan warna kekuningan adalah mungkin disebabkan oleh jangkitan kulat. 

Kuku Mudah Bengkak

Jika kulit di sekitar kuku anda kelihatan merah dan membengkak, ia dikenali sebagai radang lipatan kuku. Ia mungkin disebabkan oleh gangguan tisu perantara. Malah jangkitan juga boleh menyebabkan kemerahan dan radang. 

Garisan Gelap Di Bawah Kuku

Jika kuku anda mempunyai garisan gelap di bawahnya, anda harus lakukan pemeriksaan atau dapatkan rawatan secepat mungkin. Adakalanya ia terjadi sedemikian disebabkan melanoma, iaitu sejenis kanser kulit yang berbahaya. 

Menggigit Kuku

Menggigit kuku mungkin merupakan satu kebiasaan tabiat tetapi dalam sesetengah kes, ia adalah tanda serius dan anda digalakkan untuk mendapat rawatan. Menggigit atau mencabut kuku juga turut dikaitkan dengan gangguan obsesif-kompulsif. Jika anda tidak boleh berhenti, ia adalah lebih baik untuk berbincang dengan doktor anda.

10 surprising things that boost your health

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Taking photographs

If you find yourself getting snap happy on a holiday or night out, this may be no bad thing. Research suggests that recalling good memories and having a positive view of the past can help boost happiness levels and health, yet according to separate research we find it more difficult to recall good memories than bad ones. If you have trouble focusing on happy memories, try compiling some photo albums of your favourite moments for an instant health and happiness boost.

Stress

While we all know about the health dangers of long-term stress, stress in short bursts can actually strengthen your immune system. In cases of acute stress, the body prepares itself for danger or threat (the fight-or-flight response) through the release of hormones including cortisol, which causes a short term boost to the immune system. So next time you find yourself getting tense before a job interview, presentation or big sports match, take consolation in the fact that you are doing your immune system a favour.

Surfing the internet

Think that browsing Facebook and searching for celebrity gossip is a waste of time? Think again. Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles found that searching the web helps boost brain health in those middle-aged and older, and could even prevent some of the effects that ageing has on the brain. The study found that browsing the internet stimulated the areas of the brain that control language and memory as well as helping to improve decision-making and complex reasoning.

Crying

We all know that laughter is good for us, but the surprising news is that shedding some tears could also do wonders for your health. Researchers at the University of South Florida found that 88.8 per cent of people feel better after crying, while it has been suggested that crying helps release the chemicals that build up in our bodies during times of stress. So, next time you feel yourself welling up after a weepy movie or emotional day, give your health and mood a boost by letting the tears flow.

Getting married

Multiple research studies and statistics suggest that those who are married live longer than singletons due to the fact they experience less social isolation. Furthermore, while it’s never a standalone reason for raising kids, research suggests that if you decide to start a family you could boost your health even more. A study of over 1.5 million men and women found that having one to two children reduces your risk of numerous conditions including cancer, alcoholism and heart disease.

Housework

It may not be your favourite activity, yet keeping your home clean and tidy could help you stay fit and healthy and keep off those extra pounds. According to a poll on household chores, the average person walks more than 22 miles and burns off 50,000 calories a year while cleaning their home, making it a great alternative to the gym. Furthermore, research funded by Cancer Research UK found that doing household chores can reduce women’s risk of breast cancer by 30 per cent in pre-menopausal women and 20 per cent in those post-menopause.

Having a big bum

If you regularly spend hours in the gym trying to trim inches off your thighs or bum, it may be time you stopped and showed your curves a little appreciation instead. While you may despair of your curvy rear end, research shows that fat stored in this area mops up harmful fatty acids, contains an anti-inflammatory that prevents arteries from clogging, and cuts your risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke.

Dirt

With the soaring popularity of anti-bacterial hand gels, clothing and washing products, it is easy to believe that dirt is the ultimate enemy. However, while it is generally good to pay attention to hygiene, a little bit of dirt could be better for you than you think. Contrary to popular belief, being sterile doesn’t keep you healthy and in fact research suggests that exposure to friendly bacteria found in soil can actually help boost the immune system and alleviate depression.

Beer

While many of us associate beer with beer bellies, drinking this popular tipple in moderation could actually have more health benefits than red wine. Research studies have shown that moderate consumption of beer can help reduce risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and dementia. On top of this, beer is rich in many nutrients, including magnesium, selenium and B vitamins, and contains a cancer-fighting compound found in hops.

Your friends

It seems to be relatively rare that the things we love are good for us, yet in the case of our friends this is definitely the case. Research suggests that your friends can help you live longer by reducing feelings of depression, stress and risky behaviour, and encouraging you to look after your health. In fact, a study by Brigham Young University found that having a good social network boosts your survival chances by 50 per cent, while having few friends affects you longevity as much as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. 

6 Ciri Lelaki Yang Mampu Memikat Hati Wanita

Ketampanan atau kehenseman seorang lelaki itu bukan lah semata-mata yg dicari oleh wanita. Banyak lagi perkara2 lain selain tampan yg perlu ada pada seseorg lelaki utk menarik hati wanita. Antaranya,

1) Kebersihan diri perlulah di jaga Walaupun anda dilahirkan dgn wajah yg tampan tetapi anda tidak tahu menjaga kebersihan spt contoh baju kotor, seluar kotor, rambut tak pernah syampu, selekeh, busuk dan lain lain lagi, walau anda setampan Brad Pitt sekalipun anda tidak akan dipandang oleh wanita.

2) Mempunyai gaya tersendiri Anda tidak perlu meniru gaya Beckham, Tom Cruise mahupun Anuar Zain untuk bergaya. Percaya dengan gaya anda. Pasti akan ada yang suka jika kita tidak meniru gaya orang lain. Bagi yang bermisai dan janggut tu bawa-bawa la trim yer. Jangan sampai ada kutu pulak dalam janggut.

3) Ada sikap lucu dalam diri Lelaki yang lucu selalunya akan diminati ramai wanita kerana wanita tidak akan bosan apabila bersama mereka. Kadang-kadang, wanita ini sudah cukup masalah, so lelaki lah menjadi tempat mereka untuk release tension.

4) Bersikap prihatin Disamping lawak, anda perlu juga prihatin atau mengambil berat kepada wanita. Wanita adalah golongan yang lemah. Tak perlu beria-ia untuk menunjukkan prihatin anda. Cukup lah dengan membawa barang-barang jika membeli belah, mengambil makanan untuk mereka, buka pintu kereta untuk mereka, memimpin tangan mereka ketika melintas jalan dan lain-lain lagi. Bagi wanita mereka sudah terasa terharu jika anda menunjukkan sifat gentleman tersebut.

5) Selalu senyum Senyuman adalah ‘make up’ terbaik bagi seseorang lelaki. Sejuk je setiap mata wanita yg memandang. Walaupun tak tampan tetapi anda akan kelihatan manis jika senyum. Senyum itu sedekah kan. Wanita pun lebih berani mendekati anda dari yg hensem tapi muka nak masam jer 24jam.

6) Bersikap ‘cool’ Lelaki yang cool ataupun tenang ini juga antara salah satu sifat yg disukai wanita. Tenang melambangkan matang. Jangan sampai perempuan pula yg tenang tetapi anda yg teruk menggelabah. Lelaki yg cool adalah lelaki yg dapat menghadapi segala masalah dgn tenang dan menyelesaikannya perlahan-lahan tanpa perasaan kelam kabut.

Scariest Places On Earth

By Michele Koh Morollo | Y! Travel Journal 

The Manila Film Center, Philippines 

When the Manila Film Center was being built in the early ‘80s, the scaffolding collapsed and several workmen fell to their deaths in the orchestra pit. Rumour has it that instead of retrieving the bodies and giving the workmen proper burials, the First Lady at the time, Imelda Marcos, ordered that cement be poured onto the pit. Now visitors report hearing voices and poltergeist activity.

The Tower of London, England

Having witnessed numerous tortures, murders and executions over the course of 1,000 years, it’s no wonder this infamous tower is home to dozens of ghosts: among them famous historical figures like Lady Jane Grey and Ann Boleyn, who were both beheaded in the tower; as were Thomas Becket, Sir Walter Raleigh and the Countess of Salisbury, who was hacked to death by the executioner when she tried to escape the noose and scaffold. 

Aradale Mental Hospital, Australia

In the rural city of Ararat in Victoria lies the abandoned Aradale hospital. Opened in 1867, Aradale is Australia’s biggest abandoned lunatic asylum, and its conditions were one of the most appalling at the time, with many patients suffering from cruel treatment. More than 13,000 people died within its walls, and their ghosts can sometimes be felt or seen by those brave enough to explore its cells, rooms and morgue.

Tambun Inn, Malaysia

Tambun Inn in Ipoh has a slew of ghost stories. Some guests have reported lights in their rooms being mysteriously turned on and off, while others say they’ve been awakened by eerie whispers in their ears in the middle of the night. Many have seen the ghost of an old woman passing through the corridors. 

Diplomat Hotel, Philippines

On top of Dominican Hill in Baguio City is the now abandoned Diplomat Hotel. Before it was developed into a hotel, the building was a seminary founded in 1911; and during World War II, many nuns and priests were beheaded there. Guests and employees often saw headless apparitions in the hotel; and even when it closed in 1987 after the death of its owner, the sightings still persist.

Okiku’s Well, Japan

Himeji Castle in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited castles in Japan. It is also home to one of the most haunted sites in the country – Okiku’s Well. Legend has it that a samurai named Aoyama lived in the castle and had a maid who refused to give in to his advances. To preserve her honour, she threw herself into the castle’s well and drowned. Her ghost supposedly rises from the well every night and sobs eerily. Trivia: The legend of Okiku’s Well was what inspired the Japanese horror film Ringu.

The Savoy Hotel, India

Located in the hill station Mussoorie in the state of Uttarakhand in northern India, The Savoy Hotel was where a spiritualist named Lady Orme died from poisoning. It is said that her spectre can be seen meandering through its halls. Fun fact: The Savoy was also the inspiration for Agatha Christie’s 1920 novel The Mysterious Affair at The Styles.

Tuen Mun Road, Hong Kong

Because of the many road accidents that have occurred here over the years, many claim that Tuen Mun Road in Hong Kong is haunted. The superstitious even believe that some of the more recent deaths may have been a result of drivers swerving off to avoid hitting phantom figures popping up unexpectedly in the middle of the road.

The Normandie Apartment, Shanghai

Designed by famous Hungarian architect Ladislav Hudec, this French Renaissance-style apartment block was built in 1924, and was home to numerous Chinese film stars. A young actress who killed herself jumping out the window supposedly haunts the unit on the seventh floor. 

Waverly Hills Sanatorium, USA

One of the most notorious haunted places in America, Waverly Hills in Kentucky was a sanatorium in the early 20th century for those suffering from tuberculosis. Many spooky apparitions have been seen here: among them an old woman with heavy shackles around her arms and legs, a little girl on the third floor with no eyes playing with a ball, and a pregnant nurse who hung herself in Room 502. Some people have also reported hearing sounds of children chanting, “Ring a ring a roses” coming from the empty rooftop.

Bhangarh Fort, India

Legend has it that there was an evil magician spurned by a beautiful princess living in the town of Bhangarh in Rajasthan. He placed a curse on the town and its fort, and war and disaster ensued for centuries. Since then, locals claim that the place has been shrouded in darkness. The site is even said to be so famously haunted that the Indian government has put up a sign restricting visitors from entering after sunset. 

The Catacombs, France

To the south of Paris are the famous Catacombs, an underground 18th century ossuary that is home to the bones and skulls of more than six million Parisians. As if being surrounded by a wall of skeletons in a dimly lit subterranean cemetery isn’t scary enough, people have reported hearing ghostly cries and being touched by dark shadows while walking along its somber tunnels. 

The Stanley Hotel, Colorado

Made famous by the Stanley Kubrick movie based on Stephen King’s book The Shining, The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park Colorado is supposedly haunted by the man who built it, F.O. Stanley. He and his wife Flora can sometimes be seen playing the piano in the ballroom. But the fourth floor is said to be the most haunted place in the hotel: The ghosts of children have been seen in Room 418, while Room 407 has a spirit who supposedly likes to turn the lights on and off.

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The 16 Smartest People on Earth

By Dina Spector and Shlomo Sprung | Business Insider 

IQ is a problematic measure of intelligence. Many have never been tested, while others have taken the test many times to improve their scores. Still, psychologists consider it the best measurement of intelligence out there.

So who has the highest score?

The World Genius Directory, created by Dr. Jason Betts, is a fluid list of the world's top mind compiled from certified IQ tests sent in by listees. Betts says his site is the definitive ranking.

"Other [IQ] websites had existed, and some still do, but they are based and limited by local constraints, for example, written in Spanish, for Europeans only, only accept their friends' tests, and so on," Betts told us in an email. The directory "has no preferences nor bias, except test quality."  

The average score on an IQ test is 100. Most people fall within the 85 to 114 range. Any score over 140 is considered a high IQ. A score over 160 is considered a genius IQ.

If you're wondering, Betts includes himself on the directory. His IQ is 168.

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16. Ivan Ivec has an IQ of 169

Nationality: Croatian

Ivec specializes in high end IQ tests, competitions and statistics. He's a member of Croatia's MENSA and teaches advanced mathematics.

Ivec has puzzle competitions and other tests of academic strength on his website.

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 15. Gaetano Morelli has an IQ of 169

Nationality: Italian

Gaetano, called "Tany" for short, is an engineer at an Italian firm and the author of a book about Albert Einstein's Theory of Relativity.

He's a member of at least 20 high IQ societies and founded his own, the STHIQ. 

His hobbies include bridge, chess and fishing.

14. Jorge del Fresno Viejo has an IQ of 170

Nationality: Spain

Jorge is a member of several IQ societies including Morelli's STHIQ society, the Universal Genius Society and Epida. 

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13. Mick Dempsey has an IQ of 171

Nationality: British 

Dempsey has a degree in forensic psychology from London Metropolitan University. He is a youth support worker at Hertfordshire County Council, according to his LinkedIn profile. 

Dempsey also enjoys jazz, Faulkner, the Everton soccer club and films including Pulp Fiction, according to his Facebook page.

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12. Marc Nydegger has an IQ 171

Nationality: Swiss

The 20-year-old prodigy from Fribourg, Switzerland is a scientist and video game designer, according to his profile at Hall of the Ancients. 

The profile says his favorite food is "knowledge" and his favorite drink is "intelligence." 

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11. Santanu Sengupta has an IQ of 174

Nationality: Indian

Sengupta holds an an MBA and bachelor's in Aerospace engineering.

When he's not working the equity property desk for a financial services firm, the 34-year-old enjoys traveling, stimulating discussions, solving puzzles and good food. Sengupta's favorite drink, by the way, is vodka.  

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10. Vedran Glisic has an IQ of 175

Nationality: Bosnian

Gilsic, who hails from Bosnia and Herzegovinia, enjoys experimental music, mathematics and chess compositions. 

You can check out some his own mixes onReverbNation. 

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9. Peter Rodgers has an IQ of 175

Nationality: Australian

The 58-year-old author, physicist and poet has written more than 3,000 poems and published books on emotion, schizophrenia and Albert Einstein. 

Rodgers, who earned his bachelor's in Mathematics at the University of Queensland, suffers from dyslexia and epilepsy, but still managed to do well in school.  

The poetic genius also hosts his own YouTube channel where he posts creative videos of his poems, music and information on his books. 

8. Tadayuki Konno has an IQ of 176

Nationality: Japanese

Konno, 39, currently lives in Sakata-shi, Yamagata, Japan. The self-described visionary lists his hobbies on his Facebook page as "making kaibun (Japanese Palindrome), listening to music, watching movies, reading manga comics and novels."

He is a member of the Mysterium Society and the HELLIQ Society. 

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7. Lee HanKyung has an IQ of 177

Nationality: South Korean

Lee Hankyung, from Daejon, South Korea, is currently a medical student. The 27-year-old is a member of at least five high IQ societies, including Mensa Korea and OLYMPIQ High IQ Society.  

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6. Tim Roberts has an IQ of 178

Nationality: Australian 

Roberts is a professor and the head of the computer science department at Central Queensland University in Australia. His favorite subjects to teach include operating systems, artificial intelligence, and programming.

Before turning to teaching, Roberts worked as a software consultant.

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5. Patrick Zimmerschied has an IQ of 178

Nationality: German 

The 30-year-old currently studies philosophy and political science at the Darmstadt University of Technology, after dropping out of school at age 18.  

He has written books and enjoys writing poetry in his spare time.

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4. Kenneth Ferrell has an IQ of 190

Nationality: American

Ferrell is a practicing physician in Charlotte, N.C. He is a member of various elite IQ societies, including the Epimethius Society and the Order of Imhotep.

The 52-year-old told us that "IQ tests" have become a fun hobby for him over the last five years and he even created verbal and numerical IQ tests of his own: QUINTIQ and 12354. 

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3. Mislav Predavec has an IQ of 192

Nationality: Croatian 

Currently a math professor in Croatia's capital of Zagreb, the 45-year-old is also an owner and director of a small trade company.

Predavec is the founder and president of the elite GenerIQ society, which lists Ivec and Ferrell as members.

His Facebook page mentions that he liked Pink Floyd, Mafia Wars, Leonardo Di Vinci and Gloria magazine.

2. Rick Rosner has an IQ of 192

Nationality: American

The world's second smartest man is one of the more colorful characters on the list. He has written for various TV shows, was a contestant on "Who Want To Be A Millionaire," and spent many years as a bar bouncer, stripper and nude model.

The 54-year-old, who currently lives in Los Angeles, recently told The Daily that he sometimes stays up 20 hours a day to finish IQ tests in a bid to knock his Greek competitor out of the top spot.

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1. Dr. Evangelos Katsioulis has an IQ of 198

Nationality: Greek

The smartest man in the world is a Greek psychiatrist who also holds degrees in philosophy, medical research technology and psychopharmacology.

Katsioulis, 36, also enjoys painting, swimming and traveling.

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