A few would disagree with the statement that women’s breasts symbolize her most feminine physical characteristic.

Aesthetic plastic surgery of the breast is a compilation of procedures that range from simple augmentation to more complex lifting. Breast liftingma can be done alone or combined with an implant. In fact breast reduction is a form of breast lifting associated with removing breast tissue.

It is becoming increasingly obvious to the savvy plastic surgeon given the spectrum of breast shapes and conditions that simply using breast implants alone will not always produce aesthetically acceptable results.

In assessing breast geometry and design, the plastic surgeon must consider 3 crucial parameters:

1. Breast Volume & Shape,

2. Skin condition,

3. Nipple position

Although augmenting breasts can to some extent rectify the volumetric problem in an otherwise perfectly shaped breasts, the issues relating to nipple position and excessive skin envelope cannot be addressed.

Breast ptosis (pronounced “toe-sis”) or droopiness is a condition that affects women of all ages. Although we tend to associate breast ptosis with old age, young girls after significant weight loss or post- breast-feeding are often faced with varying degrees of droopiness. For these women wearing supportive bra is essential in order to disguise their saggy breasts.

Breast lift surgery is therefore designed to return breast shape to a more youthful appearance in 3 ways:

1. Move the position of nipple-areola complex,

2. Remove excess breast skin,

3. Reshape the breast tissue

Although Mastopexy does not change the amount of breast tissue a woman has, it can change the shape dramatically. This in turn can affect the overall breast size and projection. However, there are cases where breast lifting needs to be combined with an implant to produce a desirable breast size. The combined breast lift-augmentation is considered one of the more difficult operations in plastic surgery. It can be performed in either one stage or more commonly in two stages.

Modern plastic surgery is about creating minimal scar in return for achieving the most desirable aesthetic outcome. The prospective patient should be aware of this delicate balance prior to embarking on this procedure.

The breast lift surgery is basically performed using 3 types of incisions:

1. Donut-shaped scar around the nipple-areola complex (Benelli-Goes),

2. Lolly-pop scar from the areola to the breast crease (LeJour-Hammond),

3. Traditional anchor-shaped scar (Wise pattern),

Further to the skin scarring pattern, breast tissue must be surgically contoured from an elongated shape into a more youthful conical structure. This maneuver is an integral part of breast remodeling process.

Given the right patient selection, Mastopexy can be quite a rewarding procedure. Patients must stop smoking for at least 4 to 6 weeks before and after the operation. Mastopexy is not a painful operation but discomfort can persist for a week or so. Time off work from this procedure is usually 10-14 days for recovery and healing to take place.

Dr Kourosh Tavakoli - Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon, MBBS, BSc (med), MS (unsw), FRACS (plast.) Dr Kourosh Tavakoli is a fully qualified Australian trained Plastic Surgeon specialising in Breast Implants.

It is customary for the bride-to-be to give each of her
bridesmaids a bridesmaid gift to thank them for their time,
effort and investment. Gifts can be presented by the bride-to-be
anytime all the bridesmaids are together and have quiet moment.
Gifts are also given to the junior bridesmaids and, if
appropriate, the flower girl.

Often all the bridesmaids receive the same gift; with the
exception of the maid of honor, who is usually given a more
extravagant gift than the others since her duties exceed the
other bridesmaid’s. Each bridesmaid gift can also be a variation
on a theme (ex. each a different color necklace) or completely
different items for each bridesmaid.

Bridesmaid gifts are often jewelry to wear at the ceremony that
can also be worn for years to come. But bridesmaid gifts can
also include a photo album / scrapbook, spa gift certificate, or
even matching gloves to wear at the wedding ceremony.

There are many opinions when it comes to the price of bridesmaid
gifts. Generally gifts are purchased a month or so before the
wedding, spending up to $100 per gift. Some consider the gift’s
price should be in alignment with the cost of the wedding;
others feel the more time the bridesmaids have spent helping,
the more costly the gift; and still others feel the bride-to-be
should spend what she sees fit and can afford.

By giving a gift to her bridesmaids, the bride-to-be is thanking
her bridesmaids for all of the time (and money) they have
invested in her wedding. Bridesmaid’s gifts are her token of
appreciation and friendship.

No matter what is chosen for the bridesmaid gift, enclosing a
card with a handwritten note or poem makes it even more
personal.

Until recently, guys with premature ejaculation problems had to wait at least a few weeks to see results from natural solutions. However, new research has finally revealed why some guys last and others simply can’t. Based on the training principles of body building, it is now possible to teach your body how to have sex correctly through a serious of specially designed exercises.

So what is premature ejaculation, and how long is really enough?

Well premature ejaculation, or PE, is commonly defined as the inability to delay ejaculation to a point where both partners are satisfied; and this can be anywhere from 10 seconds to 10 minutes. It all depends on what you and your partner define as “too fast”. Research shows that the average man will ejaculate within 1-3 minutes of penetration, while the average woman will orgasm after 12-15 minutes! With such a large gap it is no surprise that more than 30% of guys suffer from the anxiety of premature ejaculation!

So how do you stop it I hear you ask?

Fortunately, the ability to last a long time is a learned behaviour. Almost every man over fifty will tell you that he can delay ejaculation much longer today than when he was younger. Sexually inexperienced men have not yet learned to recognize the feeling of being about to come inside a woman. Recognizing and dealing with that feeling comes with experience. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that just having more sex will cure this kind of inexperience - it won’t! It’s not the amount of sex you’ve had - it’s the amount of learning and training. Learning to control the penis and taking charge of your own ejaculation are the keys to success.

Using traditional methods such as the “Squeeze Method”, the “Masters and Johnson Method” and the “Stop Start Method” usually takes a few weeks to see results. These methods are designed for you and your partner to simply get used to sex and that is often the biggest part of early ejaculation problems anyway. Fixing Premature Ejaculation with the help of your partner only makes it even more embarrassing and awkward for you and it’s no wonder these techniques take so long to see results!

Doctors will sometimes prescribe medications that have ejaculatory retardation as a side effect. Even if those medications work (they don’t always), this doesn’t cure anything. You can’t stay on the drugs for a lifetime, and in relying on the external aid, you’ll never learn to control your orgasm for yourself. Also, most of these sprays and drugs simply numb the penis so you don’t feel the excitement. What’s the point of sex if you can’t enjoy it?

If we change our approach to having longer sex by focusing on the actual love making muscles rather than just waiting to get used to coming slower, then results can be seen inside a week. In the sporting world, different training methods are used to build the two types of muscle fibres know as “fast twitch” and “slow twitch”. Generally weight lifters have denser slow twitch fibres for more power, and sprinters have denser fast twitch fibres for speed. If we apply their training methods to the muscles of sex, then we are able to develop total control much faster.

Gaining control during sex is as simple as taking control over your breathing, and control over the PC muscle. The PC muscle is located between the scrotum and the anus, and contracts both quickly and slowly during sex. By training it correctly, premature ejaculation can be controlled far quicker than by simply waiting for it to happen with traditional methods.

Also, anxiety is also a major contributor to fast ejaculation, and as a result your body tenses up and can’t perform correctly. By learning correct breathing techniques you can relax your body, and coupled with the confidence of controlling your PC muscle, you can be well on your way to stopping this embarrassing problem for ever!

Outlining a full program to cure PE would take more than this article allows, however a basic program involves holding your PC for 10 seconds, then relaxing for a few seconds and repeating this cycle for 10 repetitions. You can also do short fast holds, for 20 reps each time. This will let you to begin to gain control over your PC muscle, and over time your PC worries will become a thing of the past!

Believe me, everyone is capable of lasting as long as they want to, and it has nothing to do with you thinking that you are in some way different to all the other “normal” guys. You simply need to build new habits for sex and to understand how to control the correct muscles to last as long as you should be!

Alex Sharp has developed a unique 7-Day Program that GUARANTEES to stop Premature Ejaculation in 7 short days. To find out more about how this can benefit you, visit http://www.natural-stamina.com for further information, or contact Alex at alex@natural-stamina.com

(c) 2005 Alex Sharp. All rights reserved.

Menopause is a time of enormous change. Wise women of all times have found simple life-style changes can make their Change much easier. For optimum health during and after menopause, follow these simple steps:

• Exercise a different way every day: take walks, lift weights, dance, garden, do yoga, try tai chi.
  
  
• Drink nourishing herbal infusions.

We all know how important exercise is for strong bones, healthy hearts, resistance to diabetes, and weight maintenance. But did you know it prevents depression too? By yourself, or with a friend, exercise is one of the golden keys to a long, healthy life.

Nourishing herbal infusions are the second key to vibrant elder years and an easier menopause. They provide protein, minerals, phytoestrogens, and special fats needed by menopausal women. Many common menopausal problems can be connected to a lack of one or more of these nutrients.

Low protein leaves hair and skin dull, lifeless, and thin. Nourishing herbal infusions, plain yogurt, lentils, and organic meats are excellent sources.

Low levels of minerals leave the bones and heart deprived of calcium, the immune system low in zinc, and the muscles prone to pain and spasms. Nourishing herbal infusions, plain yogurt, seaweed, and organic chocolate are magnificent sources.

Insufficient phytoestrogens in the diet increase breast cancer risk and menopausal distress. Nourishing herbal infusions, lentils, roots and seeds are the best sources.

Lack of high-quality fats can lead to thyroid problems, immune system stress, lack of energy, and blood vessel disease. Nourishing herbal infusions, full-fat yogurt, organic chocolate, olive oil, organic butter, nuts and seeds are superb sources.

To make a nourishing herbal infusion:

• Buy (or gather and dry) at least one ounce of nettle leaf or oatstraw or red clover blossoms or comfrey leaf.
  
  
• Place the ounce of dried herb in a quart jar. (One ounce equals one full cup of dried herb.)
  
  
• Fill jar to the top with boiling water. Cap tightly and allow it to brew for at least four hours. Overnight is fine.
  
  
• Strain and drink 2-4 cups a day. Most menopausal women prefer their infusion iced, but you can drink it hot or at room temperature. A little mint or sage may be added to change the flavor.

Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) builds energy, strengthens the adrenals, and is said to restore youthful flexibility to blood vessels. A cup of nettle infusion contains 500 milligrams of calcium plus generous amounts of bone-building magnesium, potassium, silicon, boron, and zinc. It is also an excellent source of vitamins A, D, E, and K. For flexible bones, a healthy heart, thick hair, beautiful skin, and lots of energy, make friends with sister stinging nettle. It may make you feel so good you’ll jump up and exercise.

Oatstraw (Avena sativa) reduces high cholesterol, increases libido, and strengthens the nerves. A cup of oatstraw infusion contains more than 300 milligrams of calcium plus generous amounts of many other minerals. Its steroidal saponins nourish the pancreas and liver, improving digestion and stabilizing moods. Oatstraw is best known however for its ability to enhance libido and mellow the mood. Do be careful whom you share it with, or you may find yourself sowing some wild oats. In Auryuvedic medicine, oatstraw is considered the finest of all longevity tonics.

Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is better in every way than its cousin soy. It contains four phytoestrogens; soy has only one (isoflavone). Red clover infusion has ten times more phytoestrogens than soy “milk,” fewer calories, more calcium, and no added sugars. Red clover is the world’s leading anti-cancer herb; soy isoflavone encourages the growth of breast cancer cells in the lab. Red clover improves the memory; Japanese men who ate tofu twice a week doubled their risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Soy beverage can contain up to 1000 times more aluminum than milk, according to Sally Fallon, lipid researcher and fat specialist. She believes that “the highly processed soy foods of today are perpetuating … nutrient deficiencies …”

Comfrey leaf (Symphytum) is free of the compounds (PAs) found in the root that can damage the liver. I have used comfrey leaf infusion regularly for decades with no liver problems; ditto for the group of people at the Henry Doubleday Research Foundation who have eaten cooked comfrey leaves as a vegetable for four generations. Comfrey is also known as “knitbone,” and no better ally for the woman with thin bones can be found. And, don’t forget, comfrey contains special proteins used in the formation of short-term memory cells. Its soothing mucilage adds flexibility to joints, eyes, vagina, and lungs.

Menopause can change your life. Our Wise Woman grandmothers used nourishing herbal infusions, fermented dairy products, healthy exercise, and simple whole foods to weather their Change naturally and live productively another 50 years. You can too.

For further information on these herbs, and lots more, see New Menopausal Years, the Wise Woman Way by Susun Weed, Ash Tree Publishing, 2002.

Legal Disclaimer: This content is not intended to replace conventional medical treatment. Any suggestions made and all herbs listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, condition or symptom. Personal directions and use should be provided by a clinical herbalist or other qualified healthcare practitioner with a specific formula for you. All material contained herein is provided for general information purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Contact a reputable healthcare practitioner if you are in need of medical care. Exercise self-empowerment by seeking a second opinion.

Susun Weed

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Vibrant, passionate, and involved, Susun Weed has garnered an international reputation for her groundbreaking lectures, teachings, and writings on health and nutrition. She challenges conventional medical approaches with humor, insight, and her vast encyclopedic knowledge of herbal medicine. Unabashedly pro-woman, her animated and enthusiastic lectures are engaging and often profoundly provocative.

Susun is one of America’s best-known authorities on herbal medicine and natural approaches to women’s health. Her four best-selling books are recommended by expert herbalists and well-known physicians and are used and cherished by millions of women around the world. Learn more at http://www.susunweed.com