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Love, Sex and Quarantine

Written By: Tasneem Akbari Kutubuddin
April 29, 2020
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Practicing love, sex and quarantine may be a difficult time for many during this COVID pandemic, safe sex can be a great way to engage because there is never such thing as too much love. First things first- COVID 19 though an upper respiratory tract infection, is not a sexually transmitted disease but still, there is a high risk of transmission as close proximity is involved.

When partners are quarantined together and have no symptoms of the virus (like fever, sore throat, shortness of breath), then indulging in some physical intimacy can be a great way to bond, get more closer and get experimental with your significant other. Also these points can help reduce the risk of transmitting infections during sex.

Fly solo

Self pleasure is by far the best way to enjoy sexual pleasure with zero risks. Make sure the hands are washed and clean before and after the act and practice good self hygiene. Read some exciting literature to get in the mood. Mutual masturbation can be a great way to indulge in the act together without physically touching each other.

Bring out the toys to play

Sex toys can be a great plaything for singles and couples and can heighten the sexual experience. Clean the toys thoroughly before and after use.

Go Online

One blessed thing is the presence of technology. Partners far away from each other can use technology to sext, phone sex, video call, photo sharing, and heat things up with some dirty talk. Facetime, Zoom, Skype- the options are quite vast. Dating apps like Tinder can be a great platform to find like-minded people for those who are single and are feeling socially isolated.

Stay loyal

This is obviously not an ideal time to indulge with multiple sexual partners or indulge in random sex. It’s best to stay loyal in order to narrow the network of people to interact with, and thereby reduce the chances of an infection. A one night stand with a stranger is definitely a no-no during quarantine.

Use rubbers

With hospitals filled to the brim with infected cases, this is not an ideal time to contract an STI. Use condoms, wash hands, and self before and after a session, and clean the sheets. Practice utmost personal hygiene to reduce the risk of STDs and save a visit to the clinic or hospital and increase the chance of exposure to more infections. Women who are not looking to get pregnant need to exercise more caution to reduce the risk of conception with proper birth control measures.

Quarantine may be an ideal time to increase intimacy between partners. Sex, as we know, releases dopamine and oxytocin, which elevate mood, reduces stress, anxiety and boosts overall health. Physical intimacy can provide a sense of security and help partners enjoy a deeper and more emotional connection with each other. But always remember- safety and hygiene comes first!

Let us know if you learned to balance love, sex and quarantine.

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Tasneem Akbari Kutubuddin

Tasneem Akbari Kutubuddin has done her masters in Journalism & Communication and has worked as a senior journalist, editor and columnist for leading publications like The Logical Indian, Deccan Chronicle, Worldwide Media Corporation, The Bridge and Provoke.
With Infano, she hopes to create more awareness about women’s health issues. Suffering with Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition, she has also been advocating for its awareness through media.

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Collagen Supplements Can Help Improve Women’s Health

Written By: Tasneem Akbari Kutubuddin
August 26, 2021 | 06:28 PM |
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  • What is collagen?
  • Lesser-known facts about collagen.
  • How to choose a collagen supplement?
  • Who can take Collagen supplements?

 

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Collagen is a protein that promotes active joints and younger-looking skin and may help in improving women’s health. Collagens are the most abundant proteins found in connective tissues of human and animal species. Collagen is the most predominant protein in the body. A number of different types of collagen have been discovered among which type I/III and type II are the major types for the skin dermis and for the articular cartilage, respectively.

Collagen is the most abundant protein found in joint cartilage and the dermis of the skin. It provides the structural framework of your connective tissues to keep your skin firm and resilient and your joints active and fluid. Chondroitin sulfate is a naturally occurring element of joint cartilage that gives cartilage its incredible shock-absorbing properties. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a molecule that helps provide hydration for your skin, lubrication for your joints, and is the gel-like substance that holds your cells together.

Natural food sources of collagen are meat, fish, and eggs, but the best sources of collagen are found in tendons and cartilage, so bone broth is a good option. Eating foods rich in vitamin C and amino acids can increase the collagen in the body. Fruits and vegetables like oranges, red peppers, kale, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and strawberries are all rich in vitamin C.

Facts that prove collagen can help with women’s health:

1) Collagen protein helps with weight loss and is more filling than other types of protein.

The intake of hydrolyzed collagen stimulates the release of satiating hormones into the bloodstream.

2) Speeds up recovery time for torn muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Collagen synthesis rates in connective tissue and muscles during the healing of an injury have been shown to be significantly higher during the first three weeks immediately following injury. It also helps increase muscle mass, prevents bone loss, and relieves joint pain associated with exercise and rheumatoid arthritis, 

3) Prevents Heartburn and Ulcers.

Collagen peptides in the GI tract pull in water and attract acid molecules, which aids in the breakdown of food particles and help move food through the GI tract.

4) Repairs the intestinal lining to heal IBS & Leaky Gut.

Proper intestinal healing requires an increased collagen supply, and studies have found decreased collagen levels in those with digestive imbalances. Also, glutamine, one of the amino acids in collagen, is a key amino acid in preventing inflammation in the gut lining and healing leaky gut syndrome.

Collagen intake may help in improving women’s health on the whole. Collagen supplements may help in aiding the body to fill up on its missing levels and push its production. Studies also indicate that collagen supplements may reduce wrinkles and alleviate joint pain.

Choose collagen supplement wisely for women’s health

All collagen is not the same. Many collagen supplements on the market lack human clinical studies, do not contain efficacious ingredient quantities or make misleading claims. A patented, clinically proven formulation would work best.

“Powdered Collagen is only absorbed about 30% on average”, says Durga Eswar, a dietitian. “I use a liquid Collagen that is 93% bioavailable which means 93% is getting absorbed in the body. Type II Collagen helps to promote healthy hair growth.”

Not all collagen is the same or equivalent. The collagen type, source, molecular size, composition, and manufacturing process differentiate the various dietary supplement collagen products in their indications and efficacy.

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“Liquid Collagen is not just an ordinary collagen ingredient is a clinically studied dietary ingredient composed of naturally-occurring hydrolyzed collagen type II peptides, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid. This unique matrix is not a blend of individual ingredients. 2 grams daily is effective for joint health, while 1 gram daily is effective for skin benefits. The outcome of these studies was presented in scientific conferences and also published in scientific journals. Collagen should be non-GMO and free of gluten, soy, shellfish, fish, egg, milk, peanuts, and sugar,” says Durga who also promotes a liquid collagen brand.

Who can take Collagen supplements?

Everyone can benefit from taking collagen supplements. Diet, age, stress, digestive system, and physical activity (sports which impact joints), all affect our ability to provide the body with the nutritional raw materials it requires to properly support joint and connective tissue health. Collagen should be an essential nutritional component for those wanting to remain healthy and active throughout their life.

Research shows that hydrolyzed collagen type II increased the collagen content in the facial skin. This suggests that collagen supplements can increase all of the major types of collagen (I, II, and III) found in the joints, skin, and other connective tissues.

Though collagen supplements are generally safe for women’s health, it is always better to check with your healthcare provider before starting any supplements.

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Tasneem Akbari Kutubuddin

Tasneem Akbari Kutubuddin has done her masters in Journalism & Communication and has worked as a senior journalist, editor and columnist for leading publications like The Logical Indian, Deccan Chronicle, Worldwide Media Corporation, The Bridge and Provoke.
With Infano, she hopes to create more awareness about women’s health issues. Suffering with Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition, she has also been advocating for its awareness through media.

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