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Compare FUE And “Strip” Hair Transplant Procedures

admin — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:45:26 +0000

Prior to the development and evolution of the Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), strip hair transplant procedures also called Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) was the only good choice for donors and recipients. Strip hair transplant procedures are not as costly as FUE transplantation, but there are advantages and disadvantages to both types of transplantation.

Surgically, the strip or FUT transplantation is invasive surgery for both the donor ad the recipient. Because the FUE method relies upon a 1 mm “punch” and forceps to remove the follicle. A distinct advantage of the FUE procedure is that it is not necessary to remove a pieces from the scalp from the donor.

Instead, a circular motion is made with the punch to cut around the follicle unit that is to be extracted and then transplanted. After the incision is made, the forceps are used to move the small unit. With the strip method, the incision encompasses a strip across the back of the scalp. The strip is then lifted. At that point, the strip is stitched or sutured. This system leaves an unmistakable and permanent scar across the back o the scalp. People who presently, or will in the future, have short hair prefer the FUE surgery.

After the strip is removed, the surgeon uses sharp blades to divide the swath into four sections. The surgeon creates a hairline and the recipient sites. A small needle is used for this step. With the forceps, the grafts are placed in the four sites. Single hair grafts are placed along the front to form a natural looking hairline. The remaining grafts are placed in areas needing density.

FUE is the less invasive choice because no incision in the scalp is necessary. In many cases, the entire FUE surgery can be concluded in a single day. Only rarely is there a need for limited exercise following FUE transplantation.

With the strip method, the FUT healing process can take longer for both the donor and recipient than with the FUE surgery. In many cases, the FUE system only takes one day to recover. Another advantage to FUE surgery is that it doe nor require additional surgery. That cannot be said for strip transplantation.

FUE surgery is often recommended for younger patients, more muscular patients and for patients with very tight or very loose scalps. Only with FUE surgery can hair from other areas of the body be transplanted.

One disadvantage with the FUE process, is that it is difficult to harvest hair from the mid-permanent area. Scaring from the original FUE transplant make it difficult to make future transplants. After a period of time, if the hair begins to thin, some of the small scars will be noticeable in the donor’s and the recipient’s scalp.

Because the FUE units are so much smaller, they are taken from differing places covering a broader range of the scalp. FUE surgery is generally more expensive than FUD surgery, but this transplantation process is regarded as the most safe and least invasive form of hair transplantation.

Guest post submitted by Tempus Hair content contributor Marissa Williams, on behalf of Dr. Marco Barusco of TempusHair.com.

How Many Calories are in a Grapefruit?

admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:19:23 +0000

Grapefruits have an unique taste that combines the sweet juice of an orange with the sour flavor of a lemon and with the sharp palate of a pomelo. This is a fruit that can be found in various shades of color like red or even white; however regardless of its color it has a lot of important nutrients and minerals, and it is considered to be low in calories.

So, how many calories are in a grapefruit? Well, a large one (with about four and a half inches of diameter) has 106 calories; a medium one (with about three and three quarter inches of diameter) may contain 80 to 82 calories; and a small one (with about three and a half inches of diameter) has 64 calories. You can find on average 9 calories in 28 grams of grapefruit.

This is a fruit that contains no fat, nor cholesterol; it contains, however, carbohydrates. For instance a half medium grapefruit has 10 grams of carbohydrates and only 1 gram of these is fiber (the rest is sugar). You can increase the fiber intake up to 6 grams by eating the white walls that divide the segments if you peel it like you would if it was an orange. For this half medium grapefruit you’d also get 1 gram of protein and 70% of the daily amount of vitamin C the experts recommend.

The list of advantages of eating this fruit is endless and it includes cancer preventing qualities, lowering the risk of kidney stones and lowering both the blood pressure levels and bad cholesterol levels, getting your metabolism running, getting rid of your body’s toxins and so on.

Grapefruit was and still is part of many extreme diets but studies show that this should not be used as a weight loss substance, but part of a daily diet. A particular study showed that eating half a grapefruit before every meal and exercising regularly may help you lose 3.6 pounds in about four months even with if you maintain unhealthy eating habits. Therefore, even if you choose to ignore how many calories are in a grapefruit you could still lose weight just by including it in your daily diet.

Weight Loss Tips

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:39:42 +0000

Losing weight can be tough, but if you know a few effective weight loss tips, it can be easier. Physical activity will help people to lose weight. If you have a daily exercise regimen, you will start to see the pounds drop off after a short time. Start out by walking with it being a less stressful exercise, then try jogging and running once you feel like you are up to it. This type of activity is good for your heart and will get you back in shape quickly. Just like any other type of weight loss program you will need to do this anywhere from three to 5 days a week to start seeing results along with watching your diet.

Other effective weight loss tips are to drink water before each meal. If you drink a couple large glasses of water before each meal, you will want to eat less at the table. You will have the feeling of being full before you even start your meal. Other good weight loss tips are to take the long way around when you are doing daily tasks. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Go out of your way to walk wherever you need to go. This means to walk instead of driving or taking the bus. Walk your pet daily. This is good for you, your pet, and is a great way to lose those extra pounds.

Eating fewer calories during the day is one of the best ways to lose weight. Keep track of your calorie intake and eat healthier foods such as fruits, vegetables, and lean meats. Stay away from soda with it being high in sugar and drink more water when it is mealtime. Limit snacks in your diet to a minimum unless they are low in sugar. Try having a fruit snack or some uncooked vegetables for a quick and easy snack fix. There are many weight loss tips that you can try that will help you to lose the weight that you desire.

Online diet plans- giving healthy life for net surfing friends!!

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:39:17 +0000

Today we have world where in everything is online , so why not online diet plan??
Seems to be best idea!!!!!…..and yes it does work best.
lets know how it works:
Online diet plan help you to improve your daily life.These diet plan fundas would make your life more easy.
Online diet plan would suggest you to take diet with equal time intervals.
generally a diet plan should include
Morning breakfast :which have scrambled eggs , cereals , oatmeal fruit juices
Lunch or dinner: Diet plan involves should consist of :Wheat bread , fish , chicken, rice baked potatoes.
Online diet plans usually provide you the variety of diet menus which will satisfy you taste as well as they will fulfill nutritional requirement of body.
Online diet plan can be used as helpful tool to find our which diet suits your age ,sex , height in best manner.
They will usually provide a BMI that is Body mass index to figure out the co-relation between the body weight and height.
The purpose of online diet plan should be health , stamina and fitness .
Online diet plans will also provide the best exercise method according to individual requirement . They will give the method to burn the excess body calories.
Online diet plans which refreshes their sites daily can provide you expert advice from the doctors and nutrition expert people for individual person.
These plans help you to find out the best places where in you get best diet but tasty food.
Some online diet plan sites have facilities of providing the members with tasty varieties . they do provide you your favorite options like burger , pizzas , chocolates .
Online diet plan members may built their own community where in they will have their opnions, blogs , discussions on the topics related to their queries.
Online diet plan sites keep various competitions , chats among members, mobile tracking of the weight .water meals and exercise.
What else is needed.. We are lucky that we have such option. So be online ..and be healthy!!

Lose Weight Fast

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:38:46 +0000

Although the best weight loss strategy might be “slow and steady”, there are times you need to lose weight fast. For example, if you are just starting out on a weight loss program, it can be motivating to start out strong with rapid weight loss. Sometimes there is a special occasion coming up. Perhaps your high school reunion is just around the corner, and you’ve put on a few pounds. Maybe your family reunion is coming up. Perhaps you are going to be married, and you want to look your very best on that special day. In these cases, a quick weight loss approach might be the best tactic.

One of the best things you can do to lose weight fast is to increase your level of activity. If you are not on an exercise program, you’ll want to clear this with your doctor first. Then, start with an hour of brisk walking a day. This is safe, do-able, and you will burn calories and ramp up your metabolism. Next, drink plenty of water. Aim for eight glasses per day. Next, you’ll want to cut out refined carbohydrates for the next few weeks. These are not only extra calories, but they also slow down that calorie burn. (Although there are no “bad foods”, postpone them until after your quick weight loss.) Avoid excess sodium as well for the next few weeks. Then ramp up the protein! No matter what diet plan you choose, protein will keep you full and help you burn fat. Choose lean meats and vegetarian sources as well such as soy powder and eggs. You will need to choose either a simple calorie-counting plan, or a formal plan such as Atkins, South Beach, or Weight-Watchers. Whatever you choose, if you are getting a good portion of your calories from protein, nixing the refined carbohydrates, exercising for an hour a day, and keeping either your calories (or your food points or your portions) very reduced but within reason, you are sure to lose weight fast.