Apr
1
Blockbuster Viagra
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The euphoric arrival of Viagra and the wide publicity given to it is unprecedented in medical science. The world waited with unabated breath to hear of its success by its users. Today the efficacy of Viagra as a cure for erectile dysfunction (E.D ) is unchallenged ,which again is something unique in the history of all drugs . For there are always doubting Thomases each time some new drug is launched to overcome serious ailments. Erectile dysfunction is the inability of the penis to become rigid ,or stay rigid long enough to complete the sexual act.
Viagra treats erectile dysfunction or ED, as doctor’s term male impotence, with the disorder affecting one in every three men who suffer from mild to severe forms of the disease. These patients have a normal blood supply to the penis but for some reason cannot effect local dilation of the blood vessels, so no
erection takes place. Sildenafil citrate, as Viagra is scientifically known, acts by inhibiting an enzyme that blocks the blood supply to the penis. This consequently increases the supply and leads to erection.
When a man gets sexually excited,the brain sends an impulse to the penis telling the penis to relax. This is caused by physical or mental stimulation. The arteries in the penis respond and widen. This allows more blood to flow into the penis. The veins that carry blood away from the penis get compressed. This restricts the blood flow out of the penis. More blood flows in. And less flows out. This makes the penis larger and causes an erection.
After Viagra’s run in the market worldwide, the drug’s effectiveness is not disputed and is bound to have a big impact. But there’s a flipside. Sildenafil can be fatal for people on nitrates and those with cardio-vascular problems. Sildenafil is the primary ingredient which goes into the making of Viagra. If taken with nitrates, Sildenafil reduces the patients’ blood pressure dramatically. Possible temporary side-effects are headache and nausea. Side-effects notwithstanding, the pharmaceutical companies are upbeat. It’s a blockbuster drug.
Apr
1
Healthy Diet for Acne Treatment
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Acne also known about Pimples, and Zits. Acne is a common skin disease that causes pimples. Acne is worldwide problem. Acne occurs when the natural oils that the skin produces clogs the pores of the skin. Acne is not just a problem for teenagers, it can affect people from ages 10 through 40. Pimples form when hair follicles under your skin clog up. Most pimples form on the face, neck, back, chest and shoulders. Acne happens when oil (sebaceous) glands come to life around puberty stimulated by male hormones from the adrenal glands of both boys and girls. Oil is a natural substance which lubricates and protects the skin, and under certain circumstances, cells that are close to the surface block the openings of sebaceous glands and cause a buildup of oil underneath. There are many misconceptions and rumours about acne. Several factors are known to acne. Hormone changes, such as those during the teenage years and pregnancy, probably play a role. There are many myths about what causes acne. Chocolate and greasy foods are often blamed, but there is little evidence that foods have much effect on acne in most people. Heredity with the exception of very severe acne, most people do not have the problem exactly as their parents did. Almost everyone has some acne at some point in their life. Most cosmetic and skin care products are not pore-clogging (“comedogenic.”) Of the many available brands, those which are listed as “water-based” or “oil-free” are generally a better choice. Some medications may cause or worsen acne, such as those containing iodides, bromides, or oral or injected steroids (either the medically prescribed prednisone or the steroids bodybuilders or athletes take.).
Comedonal acne most often infects the forehead and the chin. Many teenagers get this type of acne. This acne might get worsen due to hormonal changes, humid weather and oily cosmetics such as sun-screens and petro-jelly based moisturizers. Cystic acne is often cause by the pinching or squeezing of small pus-filled acne. This causes the pus to burst deep into the skin tissue. This triggers a body mechanism which sends white blood cells to the infected site to fight off bacteria. This results in swelling, causes deep rooted inflammation, and this deep infection causes pain. So keep in mind to keep your hands off your acne-infected skin, otherwise yo
u will be spreading the infection deeper and creating more trouble for yourself. One severe form of acne is acne conglobata . This acne affects the face, chest and back extensively. It is a severe form of nodular cystic acne vulgaris. It is characterized by a presence of multiple inflamed and non-inflamed nodules and scars. It is commonly found in men. Acne fulminans is a rare and very severe form of acne conglobata associated with systemic symptoms. It nearly always affects males.Infantile acne takes place in newborn babies, although not frequently. Sometimes it’s even present at the time of birth. It’s a mild form of acne and settles down in a few months. The reason is supposed to be fetal hormones, but sometimes excessive testosterone and follicle stimulating hormones are also found to be cause of infantile acne.
The skin is the largest organ of the body and it helps other organs with eliminating waste. One of the best acne treatments is a diet. Diet is a classic scapegoat for acne. the best natural acne treatments is diet which has many home remedies for acne in the foods that we eat. If you are unhealthy inside it will be reflected in your skin. bad diet is not a cause of acne. There are plenty of people in the world with very poor diets and excellent skin, however unjust that seems. There are several nutrients found in foods that promote an overall healthy body. Use Stevia, the no calorie natural sweetener rather than sugar. Regularly eating breads, cakes, chips and other staples of Western culture is likely to promote acne.Peanuts and peanut butter may provoke acne in some individuals.Eat as many vegetables as you wish, preferably organic. Eat a wide variety, not just the few that most American eat. The combination of fish and vegetables is likely to be the healthiest meal for those with acne. Increase intake of foods that may improve acne such as fish (halibut, salmon, tuna, sardines). These contain important omega 3 oils such as EPA and DHA. They will make a difference in the health of your skin. Using herbs to provide nutrients to your liver and other organs, as well as for cleansing. Vitamin B-2 is great at alleviating stress so obtaining B-2 can help keep acne at bay.Niacin or Vitamin B-3 improves circulation, promoting healthy skin. It also helps reduce cholesterol level in the blood and helps metabolize protein, sugar, and fat.
Apr
1
Is the Shock Wave Therapy Inviting Diabetes and Hypertension??
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Researchers have found out that
the shock wave treatment provided to the kidney stones patients acts as an
invitation to other diseases like diabetes and hypertension. It has been
discovered that the shock wave treatment is having hazardous side effect as it
increases the risk of diabetes and hypertension in the patients given this
treatment.
Risk for diabetes was related to
the intensity of the treatment and quantity of the shock waves administered;
hypertension was related to treatment of stones in both kidneys. It is found out
that the shock waves lithotripsy uses shock waves to break up the treacherous or
closed kidney stone into smaller, sand like pieces which can be passed
spontaneously, usually within a month. The patient and the instrument that
releases the shock waves both are placed in a water bath. Water allows easier
conduction of the shock waves through the patient’s tissue and precise focus on
the kidney stone.
Mayo Clinic researchers report in
the April issue of the Journal of Urology says that patients who
undergo the procedure, called lithotr
ipsy, are nearly four times more likely to
develop diabetes and face a nearly 50 percent higher risk of high blood pressure
over the following decades than those getting alternative treatment.
The doctors say that they are not
hundred percent sure that the shock wave therapy would lead to theses diseases
in every patient but they have confirmed that there is very high correlation
between the two. The risk of developing diabetes after the shock wave treatment
is almost four times more than the risk among the patients being treated for
kidney stones with the help of medicines. Similarly the risk of developing
hypertension is one and one-half times more than the other group of patients
being treated by medicines.
According to the U.S. National
Institutes of Health, 10 percent of men and 5 percent of women are expected to
develop a kidney stone before the age of 70, and Mayo Clinic experts say that
about 1 million Americans have undergone lithotripsy so far. Further it is
stated that these many people have taken the risk of getting affected by the
other kinds of diseases which they can catch as a result of the treatment or
that are termed as the side effects of the treatment.
Apr
1
Since the advent of oral erectile dysfunction treatments, such as Viagra, male sexual dysfunction has been thrust into the spotlight and has become recognised as a serious condition that can seriously affect the quality of life of many sufferers. While we all acknowledge that the inability to maintain an erection can be devastating for a man, how much do we know about female sexual dysfunction (FSD).
There has been much debate surrounding the issue, with some even going as far as suggesting that it is more of a commercial invention rather than a real medical condition. Experts have accused pharmaceutical companies and their researchers of cynically creating the disorder to provide a multi-million dollar market for new drugs. With The British Medical Journal going as far as to call it ‘the corporate-sponsored creation of a disease’.
It is true that the drugs giants are now competing harder than ever to find the magical medicine that will provide fulfilment for women whose sex drive is no longer there. However, dismissing female sexual dysfunction as being dreamed up as a way of making enormous profits from sales of tablets and creams to unhappy, mostly middle-aged women undermines the suffering of many thousands of women and encourages a blatant double standard. Like FSD the causes of male erectile dysfunction can be physiologically or psychologically based but few would dare to accuse an impotent man of ‘faking it’.
There is no doubt that thousands of women suffer from female sexual dysfunction. The condition’s characteristics are said to include a loss of interest in sex, less enjoyable sex, diminished sensation and inability to achieve orgasm. The problem is not purely mechanical, but a interaction of psychological, hormonal and possibly physiological factors. Because so little research has been carried out on women who have lost their libido, it has become difficult to form even a proper definition of the condition with the result that female sexuality is still something of a mystery.
Sex in the right emotional context is important
to most women and there are cases where women say no to sex because they feel unloved, ignored or simply dead tired. In these cases the dysfunction is due to a fault in the relationship rather than anything medical. But to dismiss all FSD as fictional does a huge disservice to all the women who have to live with this. Like erectile dysfunction couples are very reluctant, very embarrassed to talk about FSD. There’s this myth that women discuss it among themselves, but they don’t. They go to the GP who tells them it is their age, or a stage they are going through, instead of taking it seriously and referring them to a specialist.
Maybe its time to give the female sexual dysfunction the same level of recognition as its male counterpart and stop dismissing it as being ‘all in the head’.
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Apr
1
Avoid Strength Plateaus in Your Weight Training Program for Muscle Building or General Fitness
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Anybody who has achieved a little success with their weight training is always bombarded by the same question: How did you build that physique…. high weight or high reps? Naturally, the majority of trainees who have been in a training plateau for the last several months (or years), seek advice from those who have proven to be successful. There are two types of people who just can’t seem to stop gaining muscle: those with those one-in a million genetics that allow them to put on muscle with any haphazard training program, and those who have intelligently manipulated their weight training program to keep their training dynamic and the muscle gains coming. If you are one of those genetic freaks that respond to anything, then this article is not for you. If you are a person who religiously hits the gym like an animal with a good nutritional plan, but still seems to be merely spinning their wheels instead of making the progress they want, then this article will be extremely helpful.
Before we get into the nuts and bolts of manipulating your weight workouts to avoid training plateaus, three important points need to be emphasized:
1. 99% of trainees are over-trained on volume and under-trained on intensity. More is not always better.
2.The human body will respond to any acute stimulus, but quickly adapts to maintain homeostasis. The workout that did wonders for the first few weeks will surely stall if no changes are made.
3. In order to keep the body adapting in a positive way to our training efforts, we must:
- increase the intensity of the training stimulus
- change the training stimulus all together
or
While the three principles above are fundamental to program design, The following points also need to be considered in designing the any weight training/fitness program…
The all or nothing principle
Muscle fibers fire on an all-or nothing principle-the magnitude or strength of the contraction is dictated by the number of fibers that simultaneously fire. Heavier weights activate more muscle fibers/ rep. (although this is not the only means to influence the amount of fibers exhausted during a workout ) The more fibers exhausted the greater the overload, the greater the overload the greater the gains.
There can be too much of a good thing
There is such thing as too much of a good thing; with increasing amounts of overload in a given workout and decreasing amounts of recovery time there is a point of diminishing returns. The average trainee will see that things are working well and in an effort to keep the gains coming, they reason that if a little bit is good, then a lot must be better so they add more sets and reps and use heavier weights. Most people are constantly flirting with over training because of this. The actual weight workout is only a stimulus for muscle growth…..muscles grow when we are resting. In order to be efficient, we must perform just enough work, but not too much to send the message for the muscles to grow and change in response to the weight training workout. We need to create maximum overload with a minimal demand on the recovery ability to achieve maximum gains.
It’s all about the CNS!
Our central nervous system controls the muscle groups of every body part that we train, yet little attention is given to the large effect that this has on recovery. Anybody who has had a great weight training workout on one day, only to be disappointed on the next can attest to the fact that there is an aspect to the recovery ability that is independent of the body part trained during the previous workout.
We have covered many important points regarding muscle physiology and exercise….so what does all of this mean in the context of an actual workout??? For example, imagine that you have just had the best leg workout ever and you feel great. You even achieved a personal best on a ten-rep max set of squats. Fired up for the next workout, you attempt to tackle the gym with equal fervor the next day-only to find that your bench press has decreased by about 20%! Common sense would tell us that if we have just trained legs and will train chest the next day, then we will be fine-even if the leg workout was very intense. The problem with this logic is that the CNS controls the ability of these muscle groups to contract. As stated above, muscles contract on an all-or nothing principle-the more fibers that contract the stronger the contraction. The CNS, after having been stressed during an intense leg workout, is still recovering and not able to fire up all those muscle fibers needed in the chest for maximum strength. The ramifications of this situation are extremely important: a fatigued CNS will not be able to generate the required workload to cause an overload in the target muscle. Translation: YOU WILL NOT GROW! This illustrates the very reasons that most people do not experience the progress with their weight training that they should. Your nutrition may be great, you may be getting plenty of rest, but you are still not gaining due to a dysfunctional training protocol that does not allow sufficient recovery.
We’ve all been in this situation before and pondered endlessly to the cause of the sudden decrease in strength….Was it the diet? Possibly stress? Or maybe you just forgot to wear your lucky underwear? The answer, of course is that all other things being equal (and of course you did not forget the lucky underwear), the CNS is still fatigued from the previous workout. If our pectoral muscles are capable of pushing 20% more than our CNS will actually allow on this particular day, it is no wonder that the chest workout will be unprod
uctive…. In order for a muscle to grow it must be overloaded, in order to achieve overload we must contract the muscles against heavy weights and these contractions controlled by the CNS. If the CNS is not recovered from the day before we cannot possibly hope to have a chest workout that will produce the desired results. We would be much better suited to have a day of complete rest and to train the chest (or whatever the next scheduled workout happens to be) when we are actually capable of doing so productively. Of course the reasoning of most serious trainees is that if they were not strong on chest day, then they simply need more chest work. Additional sets, reps, and possibly an additional training day during the week are then added-this only contributes to the problem in the first place, ensuring that with all that extra hard work we are breaking even, at best. It should also be noted that this is a cumulative problem, the deeper the ditch we dig into our recovery ability, the harder it is to get out.
So now that we have identified the problem what do we do now???
Unfortunately, there is not one answer to this question, but there are a few general strategies to manipulate your training program to keep the gains coming. The most fundamental rule here is that the human body responds very quickly to change. It is not adequate, however to simply change the workout in an arbitrary manner-we must have a systematic way of manipulating our weight training workouts to produce the desired results. Training an exercise from a different angle, or changing the order in which the exercises in a workout are performed are both good ways to achieve this end in the context of your more general weight training plan. This is
not enough, however to avoid a training plateau-the overall volume and intensity of the workout must be cycled in a systematic manner.
Volume, Intensity and Overload Explained
With the countless ways in which the words volume and intensity are thrown around in the muscle magazines and popular books on weight training and fitness, the lack of consensus on exactly what these terms mean is not surprising. So you had a tough workout- was it high-intensity? or was high- volume? The formal definition of training volume is the overall amount of work that was performed during the workout; take all the sets that you performed and multiply the weights x reps….add these numbers together and you have your overall training volume. Intensity is defined by the percentage of your one-rep max in which the exercises were performed; the higher percentage of one-rep max a set is performed at, the higher the intensity. It should then make sense that there is an intrinsic equilibrium between volume and intensity. If you are performing heavier sets at a greater percentage of your one rep-max, then you will necessarily be doing less repetitions and the overall volume will go down. Like-wise, with a ton of sets and reps we will not be able to train as heavy-volume increases and intensity drops.
The cycling of volume and intensity keeps the gains coming by keeping the CNS off-balance. Our CNS is lazy by nature-the first time we perform and exercise we use the most muscle-each successive time the exercise is performed the CNS “learns” how to contract that muscle more efficiently by the way in which it recruits the muscle fibers to contract. Many strength gains, for this reason, are due to the CNS becoming more efficient, rather than the muscle actually growing. When the CNS becomes more efficient, the same weights, sets, and reps that caused an overload in previous workouts will fail to do so indefinitely. Hence the fundamental rule of overload: In order to keep the gains coming we must either increase the intensity of the stimulus (use progressively heavier weights), or change the stimulus all together by:
- implementing different exercises
- changing the angle or rep-tempo of existing exercises
- (most importantly) changing in volume and intensity over time in a planned, systematic manner
The most profound way to change the nature of the training stimulus is to change volume/intensity of the workout- in this way we are ensuring that any adaptations are due to muscular gains rather than a CNS that has learned how to do more work with less fatigue on the muscle. Unfortunately, there is no magical formula to accomplish this, but as a general rule of thumb, workouts should be organized into two phases of training lasting 4-6 weeks. Phase I is the higher volume workout which lasts 4-6 weeks, then after a one-week “break-in” period, begin increasing the weights and intensity while dropping training volume during phase II training. Additionally, within the individual phases of your workout, changes in exercises themselves, rep tempo, angle of execution, etc should be further utilized to keep your body guessing (and gaining). Most any popular training system is compatible with this; during the high-volume phase “German volume” training works extremely well, while any high-intensity protocol such as “heavy duty” or otherwise will work great.
So now you know the “secret” to making muscle building is really just intelligent program design. Think twice before jumping on the latest fad-workout bandwagon or wasting time by trying out the latest workout in a magazine, as described by a pro-bodybuilder. The best training protocol is dynamic and custom –designed to the goals, lifestyle and schedule of the trainee. While many people respond great to a new training program, lack of a planned cycling of volume and intensity to keep the workouts productive leads inevitably to a training plateau. Those who have been and continue to be successful in this game have become expert at manipulating their weight training and fitness workouts to keep the progress coming.
Apr
1
Cialis is ‘Super Viagra’
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Heard of Viagra, well now there is ‘Super Viagra’. Its called Cialis nicknamed ‘Weekend Pill’ by the French people. Cialis is considered to be more potent than Viagra and its effect begins within 15 minutes of its consumption and lasts for about 36 hours. This means that you don’t have to rush anything. You can be ready when the moment arrives.
Cialis has been used extensively to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) also called Impotence. This medical condition in men causes a limp or no erection at all – the reason being very little blood flow to the penile region. Cialis contains tadalafil which works wonders in the penile area by relaxing penile muscles causing increased blood flow resulting in a quality erection. The erection also lasts longer which means that you and your partner can prolong the sexual act.
Cialis is FDA approved and accepted worldwide by both doctors and users. It’s a safe drug and can be used under multiple physical conditions. If you have been diagnosed with ED and plan to use Cialis then we suggest that you do so under qualified medical supervision. Your doctor will be able to prescribe the best treatment using Cialis. This will mainly depend on your medical history a
nd current physical condition. Those over 65 years or suffering from heart related ailments may have to begin with small doses and need monitoring to eliminate unnecessary complications.
Cialis users found that they responded well to the drug. There are some mild side effects associated with Cialis but it has been observed that they tend to fade as your body gets used to the medication. If you feel chest pain or nausea while having sex, you must seek medical advice immediately. Cialis is a male only drug.
Sexual stimulation is necessary to achieve a quality erection that is firm, has more girth and lasts longer. Some men claim that they have used Cialis for seeking pure sexual pleasures although they do not suffer from ED. Their partners also claim that their Cialis aided sexual experience was a blast and they would go for it again and again.
Cialis is a prescription drug and you must always use a medical prescription for purchasing it from the pharmacy. Online pharmacies are your best bet for fulfilling your Cialis order. You get good cheap deals and genuine medication backed with a guarantee. Your orders are discreetly delivered to your home and you save on money, time and effort.
Cialis must be kept away from children. You must never share your prescription with others as it is unique to your needs. Cialis is sure to give you the lost moments and bring back sexual pleasures for both you and your partner.
Protect yourself and your partner from sexually transmitted diseases.
Apr
1
Less Stress Leads To A Better Rest
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In the modern world of today we are constantly being bombarded with high levels of stress and anxiety. These stresses can
be physical, mental or environmental. They place an enormous strain on our physical and mental health.
Most of us are aware that excessive stress can affect our ability to think straight, our digestive system, adrenal glands and
heart. Research has however shown that whenever a stressful situation arises, there is a knock on effect. Firstly stress
limits the blood supply going to the stomach, this hampers the digestive system and a temporary shut down of our immune
system may follow. If we are overwhelmed with stress for an extended period we are likely to experience fatigue and
exhaustion.
Although it may not be possible to avoid these stress factors in our lives there is help available. There are many natural
herbal supplements, known for they’re relaxing properties which assist in combating the harmful effects of anxiety and stress.
Several herbs are usually incorporated together to make a powerful formula.
We will take a look at some of the individual herbs, which go to make up some of these potent anti- anxiety supplements: -
• Jujube Seeds: – hypnotic and anti-anxiety effect used for hysteria, fatigue, sleeplessness, debility and restlessness.
• Magnolia Bark: – has anti anxiety, anti stress properties, lowers the cortisol, promotes relaxation and improves the
mood.
• Potassium: -sustains the fluid and electrolyte balance, discharges energy from carbohydrate, protein and fat,
assists in conveying nerve impulses.
• Magnesium: -is a trace mineral and its chief role is manufacturing and transporting energy, relaxing and contracting
the muscles, assisting some enzymes with their task in the body and mixing proteins.
• Valerian Root: – It supports a feeling of calmness, improves sleep, reduces anxiety levels and facilitates relaxation
of the central nervous system. Valerian root is non addictive and does not cause morning tiredness. It also is useful in
slowing the heart in those who have the condition known as tachycardia.
• Melatonin: -is one of the most dominant antioxidants in the brain. It restores metabolism, improves the quality of
sleep and slows down degenerative diseases of the brain such as Parkinson’s. Melatonin can control extreme cortical
production and is therefore effectual in reducing stress levels and regulating sleep cycles.
• Vitamin B complex contains Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5,
B6 and B12 are all essential vitamins for the nervous system
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Apr
1
I was told a story by a parent that still makes me cry. The child had Alopecia Areata and wore a synthetic wig to school. All of the kids teased her unmercifully. One afternoon as she boarded the school bus, the class bully pulled the wig off her head and passed it to the back of the bus. Every child tried it on. When it finally got back to her it was a mess. She put it back on her head with tears falling from her eyes didn’t say a word. She never returned to that school.
How this experience affected this child’s self esteem could depend heavily on the type of family she came from. It seems to me that families come in 2 types: very supportive or not supportive at all. Without family support, children with hair loss will likely experience extreme trauma. They are too young to understand what is happening and with their limited, undeveloped skills aren’t capable of coping. Because our fundamental building blocks start when we are young, children born into supportive families have a better chance of growing up strong.
In my home we did not discuss hair loss. It was “unmentionable.” My mother and I were both going bald at the same time, but it was NEVER mentioned. I think the sense was “if you don’t talk about it, it doesn’t exist.” I can see now that growing up in a nurturing environment with open communication would have helped me tremendously as a child. Kids are often cruel – as are adults. My parents couldn’t have n
ecessarily protected me from the teasing and ridicule of other kids, but their support would have strengthened me to better handle it when I was called “Baldy” in whispers and snickers by other children.
Dealing with hair loss is hard and I can’t emphasize enough how important the influence of family can be. Because of the nature of my business, I talk intimately with my clients, and I can tell almost immediately if they’ve got a supportive family or an un-supportive one. It’s always reflected in the way they perceive themselves. Those with supportive families have a better sense of self-esteem and are emotionally balanced. Those whose family and friends are not supportive generally perceive themselves as “ugly” or ‘less than’ – and are not balanced. I have met women in their 60’s who have never come to terms with their hair loss because they have never been able to achieve that inner balance that comes from a healthy sense of “wholeness.”
Truly nurturing parents support children from the inside out. I mean that they give their kids that all important internal love which helps them develop real self-esteem. They let their kids know that they are perfect just the way they are and that even though they are different from most other kids, they are unique and wonderful just as they are. These children will have the opportunity to grow up knowing that their hair is just an outside accoutrement, as opposed to their internal well being.