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		<title>A Brief History of Birth Control</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2010 04:52:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anders Eriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s a brief look at the history of birth control. Although pills are very much in demand to avoid getting pregnant for women, these are also causing quite a stir. The reason for this is because birth control pills are known for one side effect. More and more women are complaining that the pills cause [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here&#8217;s a brief look at the history of birth control. Although pills are very much in demand to avoid getting pregnant for women, these are also causing quite a stir.</p>
<p>The   reason for this is because birth control pills are known for   one side effect. More and more women are complaining that the pills cause them to gain weight. For the ladies who use the pill just to avoid the risk of pregnancy, this is definitely not a good news.</p>
<p>When a woman gains weight because of the pills, it causes her to look at the other options. But not everybody is affected of this kind of side effect. Some women don&#8217;t have weight issues regarding the use of birth control pills.</p>
<p>But for the women who are prone to such effect, there are other forms of birth control that they can choose to use. They can go the natural way or the rhythm method. This is where the partners will become involved in a sexual act only when the female is not fertile. </p>
<p>There are methods that are being injected and inserted to the women&#8217;s genitals to obtain same effect as the pills. And among the popular ones is through the use of condoms. Nowadays, both men and women have condoms suited for their private parts.</p>
<p>The   History<br />
The oldest form of birth control can be the sexual abstinence.   But aside from it, the withdrawal effect can also be considered as one.</p>
<p>How can you put a limit on learning more? The next section may contain that one little bit of wisdom   that changes everything.</p>
<p>Coined as the coitus interruptus, this means that the penis of a man will withdraw from the woman&#8217;s genitals before the ejaculation. This prevents him from transmitting into the lady or his partner any vital sperm that may cause pregnancy. But this requires a lot of self control on the part of men. </p>
<p>It was also believed that Egyptian women have used suppository for their vaginas on old ages. The term for this type is pessary. This contains oil and other lubricants that will kill the sperm once the woman becomes involved in a sexual act. </p>
<p>The equivalent of today&#8217;s female condoms at the time is a cervical cap for Asian women. This is like oiled paper. And for the same goal, Europeans have used beeswax. It was not until the 17th century that a condom was invented. When it was first   introduced, it wasn&#8217;t as popular as today. And it was intended not only to avoid the risk of pregnancy but also to avoid acquiring sexually transmitted disease like syphilis.</p>
<p>Throughout human history,there are various abortifacients that have been used. But the effects vary and those that were proven effective caused a lot of side effects. In the developing years, the herbal medium was used to act as a contraceptive.</p>
<p>The 20th century introduced the rhythm method or the natural way. It is still being applied today and can be as effective as the birth control pills but will also require a lot of control from both concerning partners.</p>
<p>In 1960, the FDA approved the pill that is now known as birth control. It was in 1972 that the pill became available for married ladies and singles ones who are over the age of 21. This was part of the 26th Amendment.</p>
<p>This brief history of birth control shows you its popularity through time. Although, it is also known to cause added weight, people rely on one or two types in hopes of not risking getting their partners pregnant at the time that they are still not ready for it.</p>
<p>Is there really any information about Birth Control that is nonessential? We all see things from different angles, so something relatively insignificant to one may be crucial to another.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked   GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Birth control pills and weight gain: setting the scales correct</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2010 22:21:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anders Eriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I cannot say that with this article, the discussion about birth control pills and weight gain will stop. This discussion is pretty much like the epic battle between light and darkness, good and evil, ordinary milk and non-fat milk, it goes on and on and on and on. Scientifically speaking, there have been no indications [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I cannot say that with this article, the discussion about birth control pills and weight gain will stop. This discussion is pretty much like the epic battle between light and darkness, good and evil, ordinary milk and non-fat milk, it goes on and on and on and on.</p>
<p>Scientifically speaking, there have been no indications in studies and experiments on any direct   relationship between birth control pills and weight gain. Given that situation, it is really hard to fathom why most people still think the opposite. </p>
<p>Well we can think of some reasons why this urban legend continues to proliferate. Birth control pills contain synthetic hormones which go straight to the pituitary glands. Once there, the synthetic hormones block the production of LH and FSH hormones. This prevents the body the natural growth of the egg and ovulation. </p>
<p>According to some doctors and medical practitioners,   birth control pills can also cause an increase of appetite, at least to some women. But studies have shown that this situation is more of an exception rather than the rule. It has also been found out the said increase in appetite is more coincidental and is no different from what happens in the general populace. </p>
<p>This also brings us to the next point.   Some doctors and medical   practitioners continue issuing statements that weight gain has been observed or that weight gain is a possible side effect to their patients, adding to the confusion. Oftentimes these statements from doctors are accepted as statements of facts. Instead of clarifying already false information to begin with, they contribute to the continued spread of this myth. </p>
<p>If your Birth Control facts are out-of-date, how will that affect your actions and decisions? Make certain you don&#8217;t let important Birth Control information slip by you.</p>
<p>Another perception of feeling bloated or fat when one is taking the pill is that the body is said to hold more water when it is on pill compared to when it is not. This is another fallacy in a string of rumors, gossips, and misinformation. </p>
<p>Women are very conscious of their weight. Ask any man who made the wrong move of commenting on a women&#8217;s weight. I&#8217;m sure it got messy. This consciousness or even subconscious wariness of gaining pounds might contribute to false admittance or observations that birth control pills cause weight gain. Women often fear the added pounds. Because of this fear women don&#8217;t take or totally avoid taking birth control pills.</p>
<p>This is detrimental to any birth control program. That&#8217;s why it is important to squash the myth of weight gain once and for all.   The pill is quite an effective method of birth control after all, when used correctly of course. </p>
<p>Because of the weight gain issue, women will tend to go for other means of contraception. Although some other methods are quite effective, the pill is still a batter option with 99.7% chance of preventing pregnancies. Women should stop worrying     about something that isn&#8217;t real or they will really begin to worry about weight gain when they get pregnant and after giving birth. These two situations pack more weight related issues than what they have now with birth control pills. </p>
<p>Weight gain and weight control is all about balance. A balance diet combined with a balanced body work-out. That&#8217;s the ideal way of living. You prevent any significant weight gain by eating healthy and exercising. </p>
<p>If you gain pounds while you&#8217;re in the pill, don&#8217;t lash it all out on the little guy for it is all you. Birth control pills and weight gain are not correlated, and that&#8217;s that. </p>
<p>That&#8217;s how things stand right now. Keep in mind that any subject can change over time, so be sure you keep up with the latest news.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 23:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anders Eriksson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following article covers a topic that has recently   moved to center stage&#8211;at least it seems that way. If you&#8217;ve been thinking you need to know more about it, here&#8217;s your opportunity.</p>
<p>Natural birth control is among the most popular options of couples who are into family planning. This is because natural birth control does not only ensure the health of the woman but also helps them to save money for not buying contraceptives or undergoing through birth control procedures.</p>
<p>Although natural birth control is among the safest in terms of health, this does not ensure 100 percent effectivity since there are   no chemicals and procedures that would back up the process. For those who are planning to have natural birth control as a means of family planning, they should understand that this birth control option cannot work for everyone, especially with those who have busy and erratic schedule. </p>
<p>Couples must understand that though natural birth control will have no side effects, utmost dedication and attention should be given for it to work. </p>
<p>Natural birth control options</p>
<p>Once you have decided to get into natural means of family planning, it is always best that the couples are educated about the choices they will make.</p>
<p>Being educated means that the couple has enough knowledge about the pros and cons of their options and will help them decide which one will truly work for them: </p>
<p>The following are some of the natural birth options couples who would like to get into family planning can choose from: </p>
<p>1. The Standard Days Method. This is considered as a newest type of natural birth control options out there. </p>
<p>Once you begin to move beyond basic background information, you begin to realize that there&#8217;s more to Birth Control than you may have first thought. </p>
<p>The Standard Days Method or SDM can help couples to determine their fertility schedules. The SDM can also help the man and the woman to be protected against various sex-related diseases during and after the intercourse. SDM can be used by tracking   the length of the menstrual cycle and know when the days 8 and day 19?the days wherein the woman is likely fertile?should take place. Once these days have been determined, total abstinence should be practiced to ensure that   no pregnancy will take place.</p>
<p>The CycleBeads Method. This method is closely-associated with Standard Days Method only that it uses a tool to mark fertility and menstrual dates. This tool being used in this method is called the &#8220;CycleBeads,&#8221; a necklace with 32 color-coded in it. Attached is a ring made of rubber which   is placed around the beads to mark the day the woman has the menstrual cycle. But this natural birth control option is not for everybody. </p>
<p>Only women who have regular menstrual cycles can use this method because they have longer days of infertility and fertility levels. </p>
<p>3. The Ovulation Method.  Also called as the ?cervical mucus method,? this natural birth control option is known to effective but not to all women especially those who are not confident enough to check their cervical mucus regularly.</p>
<p>Here, no pregnancy will take place once there is no cervical mucus present because no venue for ovulation will be available. Women can check the cervical mucus by using their fingers, wiping a tissue on the opening of the vagina to check some mucus or by wearing a liner in the underwear to check for the presence of the mucus. </p>
<p>If there&#8217;s a presence of sticky and stretchy mucus, it indicates that there will be ovulation in the coming days so sexual intercourse should be prohibited. </p>
<p>Other natural birth control options available include the ?Rhythm or Calendar Method,? the ?Sympto-thermal Method,? and the ?Basal Body Temperature Method.?</p>
<p>Just like in using other   birth control methods, it is always best to get the opinion of medical experts to ensure the health not only of the woman but the child as well.</p>
<p>Sometimes it&#8217;s tough to sort out all the details related to this subject, but I&#8217;m positive you&#8217;ll have no trouble making sense   of the information presented above.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Male Birth Control: Simple Enough?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 10:04:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anders Eriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The following article presents the very latest information on Birth Control. If you have a particular interest in Birth Control, then this informative article is required reading. Yes, male birth control methods are simple enough and yet men still don&#8217;t get it. There are only three male contraception methods, although there&#8217;s news of creating a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following article presents the very latest information on Birth Control. If you have a particular interest   in Birth Control, then this informative article is required reading.</p>
<p>Yes, male birth control methods are simple enough and yet men still don&#8217;t get it. There are only three male contraception methods, although there&#8217;s news of creating a hormonal contraceptive pill for male but the development of the drug is still underway. So we are down to three male birth control methods for now. </p>
<p>Condoms, vasectomy,   and withdrawal. These are the only three contraceptives that men have to worry about. But that number we can still narrow down. Vasectomy is often not an option taken by males since they often believe that the procedure is irreversible. For your information, the procedure is reversible. But still this method needs the man to be lying on his back on the operating table and going under the knife, and such an idea is usually not that appealing. Not that I blame the man, though, nobody wants to be lying in an operating table for whatever purpose. </p>
<p>The second method is withdrawal. You have a higher chance of getting your partner pregnant with this method. This can be effective when combined with the calendar method of birth control. The calendar method if in case you don&#8217;t know means tracking the menstrual cycle of your partner and having intercourse only during the first eight days of the cycle. This is quite effective when you have only one partner but can be highly risky if you engage in social sex. </p>
<p>With everything said about the other two methods, our last method seems to be the most suited in all occasions and situations. The use of condoms as a birth control method has a high enough success rate.   It is not 100% effective since no birth control method really is perfect. And yet, men oftentimes fail in birth control even if there are only three methods that they have to choose from, or rather have a single method at their disposal if you follow our argument. </p>
<p>If your Birth Control facts are out-of-date, how will that affect your actions and decisions? Make certain you don&#8217;t let important Birth Control information slip by you.</p>
<p>However, there are studies being done which gives men other options aside from those three. I really don&#8217;t know if these new contraceptive methods will help especially if men are in general not paying much that attention to contraceptives anyways. </p>
<p>But still, this development in male birth control is a welcome one. Research have been looking at developing medications, much like the female birth control pills, targeting the hormones inside the male body. This hormonal contraception can be administered as injections or as implants, although, like I said research is still being conducted and experiments are being performed to show if such contraceptives are possible. </p>
<p>This hormonal contraception for males will function as a limiting catalyst to the production of the male sperm. The tricky aspect of the research is finding a way of bringing back the sperm count level to the amount   that men will be considered as fertile. </p>
<p>Other method that they are looking for includes implanting tiny plugs called IVD (Intra Vas Device) to block the sperm; applying heat to the testes to induce infertility; and even the use of ultrasound waves as a means to control the production of the sperm.   The ultrasound waves will heat the testes which will result to reducing the production of sperms. Again, the issue of whether the sperm count will normalize after a few months or even years.</p>
<p>Well,   buy</a>  regardless of the methods under study the present male birth control is quite simple enough so men should learn how to use them or else it&#8217;s off to the operating with you. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>The Different Forms of Birth Control</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:20:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anders Eriksson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wondered if what you know about Birth Control is accurate? Consider the following paragraphs and compare what you know to the latest info   on Birth Control.</p>
<p>Although there are many different forms of birth control,   some women are afraid to take any of each because they are scared of the side effects. The most common that these pills have as an effect relates with the issue of gaining weight.</p>
<p>Ask a woman who is not afraid of getting fat. You will not find so many. But if indeed there is a case wherein a woman chooses to gain more weight for health related issues, they will resort to other means. This is especially true if the person involved is not sexually active and don&#8217;t have a dependence on birth control pills. </p>
<p>But if the person who wants to gain weight and has also used the pills, she may just continue doing so for the purpose of   adding up more pounds. There is nothing wrong with that especially if she is only doing what she thinks is right.</p>
<p>A woman knows her body better than anybody else. But to get a scientific truth to the claims, she may also opt to see a doctor to ask for advice on what pills to take for the purpose of adding more weight. If that is not what she wants to happen, she may also ask for a suitable birth control that will match her body type.</p>
<p>Other Forms of Birth Control<br />
If you don&#8217;t want to depend on the pills to avoid getting pregnant, there are other types of contraception that you can choose from. For whatever reasons, may it be   because   you don&#8217;t want to add on to your   weight or whatever else, here are some of the other types that you can choose to avail.</p>
<p>So far, we&#8217;ve uncovered some interesting facts about Birth Control. You may decide that the following information is even more interesting.</p>
<p>Implant Contraception<br />
Through this method, a rod will be inserted under a woman&#8217;s skin. This rod will release small amounts of progestin, a type of hormone, into the bloodstream. This is not so popular because it causes heavy bleeding.</p>
<p>Injected Ones<br />
You can also opt to inject that contraception. This method can be done just once in every three months. Most of this type contains only progestin. This will stop a woman from ovulating and will halt the eggs that have been fertilized to be implanted on the uterine lining.</p>
<p>Condom for Women<br />
This can also be called Fermidom or female condom. This can be likened to a loose pouch that is used to line the vagina.   This has flexible rings at its two ends. This can be bought without prescription, but isn&#8217;t really that popular that is why it is hard to find it in stores.</p>
<p>Condom for Men<br />
This is being used by men during the sexual act itself to avoid his discharges from being transferred into his partner that may later cause pregnancy. This will also help prevent transmission of the diseases caused by sex.</p>
<p>The Natural Family Method<br />
This can be done by religiously looking at your calendars. Women must take note when they last had their menstrual period so that they could avoid making love with their partners on those days when they are fertile. </p>
<p>The abovementioned are some of the different forms of birth control. Choose the one that fit you best if you don&#8217;t want to opt for the pills. That way, you will avoid getting pregnant and you will also not be subjected to the pills&#8217; main side effect, that is gaining weight.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his new GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.gvo.co"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Types of Birth Control</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:08:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Contraception is a term used to prevent pregnancy. There are different types of them around. Some are used by men while others are for women. There are two major methods of birth control namely barrier or hormonal. Aside from that, the other types include sterilization otherwise known as surgery, withdrawal, natural family planning and the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Contraception is a term used to prevent pregnancy. There are different types of them around. Some are used by men while others are for women. </p>
<p>There are two major methods of birth control namely barrier or hormonal. Aside from that, the other types include sterilization otherwise known as surgery, withdrawal, natural family planning and the simplest which is abstinence. </p>
<p>Let&#8217;s talk about each of them. </p>
<p>? The first is the barrier method wherein the male or the female uses a condom to prevent the sperm from ever entering the female&#8217;s uterus. The male condom comes in many brands, color and flavors and is usually made of latex rubber. This is placed over the penis when it is erect prior to intercourse. </p>
<p>The female condom on the other hand is made of polyurethane and is seven inches long. This allows it to protect the cervix, vaginal canal and the immediate areas surrounding the vagina. It is inserted into the woman&#8217;s vagina also prior to intercourse. </p>
<p>? Another barrier is known as spermicides. It is a chemical designed to kill sperm and this is available as foam, jelly, foaming tablet and as a vaginal suppository. </p>
<p>? You also have the diaphragm that is a soft rubber dome which stretches over a flexible ring that contains spermicides in the form or cream or jelly. </p>
<p>This is placed inside the woman&#8217;s vagina and   placed over the cervix. Women should take note that this should not stay inside for more than 3 hours prior to intercourse. </p>
<p>? The cervical cap     is a small cup made of the same material as a condom. It is also filled with spermicidal cream and inserted into the girl&#8217;s vagina and placed over the cervix. </p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Birth Control experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Birth Control.</p>
<p>? The   last is the contraceptive sponge which is a soft saucer shaped device made from the same material as the female condom. </p>
<p>Now that we have discussed the different barriers, it is time to discuss about hormonal birth control methods. </p>
<p>Hormonal devices appear in the form or an implant, patch, pill or shot. They are designed to prevent the woman&#8217;s ovaries from releasing an egg monthly, cause the cervical mucus to thicken so the sperm will have a difficult time penetrating the egg or thin the lining of the uterus which reduces the chances of a fertilized egg from ever implanting on the uterus wall. </p>
<p>Some experts believe that they are very effective but they cannot protect you from sexually transmitted diseases or STD&#8217;s. </p>
<p>? Birth control pills can be acquired from your health provider. Depo-Provera is an injection that costs a little bit more than the pill and can prevent pregnancy for 3 months. Something similar to Depo-Provera is lunelle but this can only prevent   pregnancy for up to one month. </p>
<p>? The Nuva Ring or vaginal ring is a flexible ring that is inserted into the vagina for three weeks before this is removed and replaced with a new one. The ring contains chemicals such as estrogen and progesterone that releases     this into the body. </p>
<p>? The birth control patch works like the ring as it releases hormones into the body while the IUD is a small plastic device that contains hormones and copper and changes the cervical mucus to decrease the chances of an egg from fertilizing. </p>
<p>? Withdrawal is simply removing your penis out of the girl&#8217;s vagina before ejaculation. Sterilization closes the fallopian tubes permanently and this is better known as tubal ligation. Men can have the same thing and this is called a vasectomy. </p>
<p>? Natural family planning is simply controlling the number of kids that you want to have. </p>
<p>? Abstinence is not engaging in sexual intercourse at all that is perhaps the most effective type of birth control. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his new GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.gvo.co"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:23:47 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The best course of action to take sometimes isn&#8217;t clear until you&#8217;ve listed and considered your alternatives. The following paragraphs should help clue you in to what the experts think is significant.</p>
<p>Birth   controls pills have been in use since 1960 when the US Food and Drug Administration approved it. Today, there are more than 40 different types to choose from which you can get from your local health rep. </p>
<p>Another name for the pill is called oral contraception. There are two types namely combination and progestin pills. Both are made of hormones and before you can buy it, you need to get prescription from your doctor. </p>
<p>Progestin pills were first introduced in the 1970&#8242;s. This pill does not contain estrogen so it does not always prevent ovulation. For this to work, the female must take this at a certain time during the day and this must be taken regularly because one missed pill could greatly reduce its effectiveness. </p>
<p>There are advantages using progestin pills. Since it does not contain estrogen, it can be used by nursing mothers as well as those who are suffering from certain health conditions such as migraine headaches, cardiovascular disease or thromboembolism. </p>
<p>The combination pill contains   estrogen and progestin   and there three types available. </p>
<p>The first is called Monophasic pills and this contains the same amount of estrogen and progestin   because the hormone levels are the same. So, users are less likely to experience mood changes that   are a direct result from fluctuating hormone levels in the body. </p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Birth Control experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Birth Control.</p>
<p>Some examples of these are Alesse, Brevicon, Desogen, Levlite, Loestrin, Modicon, Nelova and Yasmin. The newest among them is Seasonale that was introduced into the market in 2003. Each pack contains 91 tablets and is designed to prevent menstruation for the entire time period. Tests have shown those who take it will experience only 4 periods in one year. </p>
<p>You also have multiphasic pills that were introduced 10 years after progestin was made available to the public. Just like the others, the person has to take them at a specific time. Some say this is an improvement than those which came out in the past because of reduced number of incidents of side effects associated with birth control pills such as amenorrhea, breakthrough bleeding and spotting. </p>
<p>Biphasic pills can change the level of hormones once during the menstrual cycle.   Some examples of these include Jenest, Mircette, Necon 10/11, Nelova 10/11   and  Ortho-Novum 10/11.</p>
<p>The third type is called triphasic since it contains three different doses of hormones. Taking them will gradually increase the dose of estrogen and progesterone into your body. Examples of these includes Cyclessa, Ortho-Novum 7/7/7, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Triphasil, Tri-Levlen, Trivora, and Tri-Norinyl.</p>
<p>There are emergency contraceptive pills or ECP but these are not supposed to be used as a contraceptive. It is designed to protect the woman after unprotected sex and so far, only one pill has been approved by the FDA and this is called plan B that contains the progestin called levonorgestrel. The difference between the other birth controls pills to this is one is that you can purchase this over the counter. </p>
<p>What type of birth control pill should you use will depend on what your doctor will recommend after you have undergone your medical evaluation. One thing that you may have to deal with regardless of what you take is the side effects. Until such time that doctors have developed a better pill, this is something you will have to deal with to prevent getting pregnant. </p>
<p>Knowing enough about Birth Control to make solid, informed choices cuts down on the fear factor. If you apply what you&#8217;ve just learned about Birth Control, you should have nothing to worry about.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his new GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.gvo.co"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Effectiveness of Birth Control</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:42:37 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Family planning is a necessity in our society today because of the fact that the earth&#8217;s resources are becoming less and less every year and in a study it is estimated that there would be 12 million infant births in 2025 alone. From 8 million in 2019 every year there is an increase of   1.004 million births.</p>
<p>Looking into these statistics the effectiveness of birth control as it relates the number of infant births per year is still pretty high. The campaign of different sectors of government has become more and more aggressive in the past few years targeting larger urban areas in big cities. </p>
<p>Even with the heightened awareness about the importance of family planning and birth control methods the effectiveness of the campaign still remains underwhelming in terms of results. </p>
<p>Some of the factors that may contribute to the lack of positive results of the campaign on birth control is the fact some people still are not aware of the different methods that are available to them. In the past it has been the problem for some government agencies to make people accept contraception because of the massive disagreement that Catholics showed saying that it is only God that can give and take people&#8217;s lives.</p>
<p>Of course these people are talking about abortion which in fact is not a form of contraception nor is it a form of family planning or birth control. </p>
<p>Abortion is in fact a crime in a lot of countries and most of the states of the US. </p>
<p>If people protests against birth control because they believe it is a form of abortion then that means   they are under informed and that they are ignorant to the concept of Natural birth control. Because of the opposition that contraception received from moralists and religious orders, the concept of Natural birth control was introduced.</p>
<p>Though the confusion of the idea caused people not to believe in it at first, it has been regarded as more favorable by the anti-contraception groups.</p>
<p>Knowledge   can give you a real advantage. To make sure you&#8217;re fully informed about Birth Control, keep reading.</p>
<p>Contraception methods are what we call artificial birth control. These methods include condoms (both male and female), hormonal method, birth control pills, Intrauterine device, ligation, spermicide (chemical only), spermicide with sponge, injections (Depo-Provera) and Vasectomy. </p>
<p>These are just some of the most common methods that include the use of different devices or chemicals to prevent sperms and egg cells from meeting. </p>
<p>Recently it was known that not only is birth control effective in planning the family but it also effective in preventing sexually     transmitted diseases and other infection in people.</p>
<p>Because some of the devices used in birth control prevent contact of skin in the reproductive organs, the chances of catching the infection are minimized if not totally eliminated. So aside for the health department campaigning for married couples to plan their family for the future, young couples are also requested to use protection to prevent the spread of Sexually transmitted diseases and/or early pregnancy(that is also a big issue not only   in the United States but all over the world).</p>
<p>The effectiveness of birth control methods greatly rely on the cooperation of people who are directly or indirectly affected by the issue. It may not be enough to just talk about it but more on acting upon it and getting the results that are badly needed by the country and the people of this planet.</p>
<p>That&#8217;s the latest   from the Birth Control authorities. Once you&#8217;re familiar with these ideas, you&#8217;ll be ready to move to the next level.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his new GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.gvo.co"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>The Different Types of Birth Control Pills</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2010 15:36:45 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This article explains a few things about Birth Control, and if     you&#8217;re interested, then this is worth reading, because you can never tell what you don&#8217;t   know.</p>
<p>There are many different types of birth control pills. Women nowadays have a lot of option when it comes to this subject. That is great news. The only downside of it all is how those pills affect a woman&#8217;s body to accumulate the pounds and gain weight.</p>
<p>Women&#8217;s Issues<br />
Gaining weight is not something that most women would want to happen on their bodies, especially when they are on the prime of their lives. This is the reason why there are so many diet tips   and tricks available wherever you look, whether online or offline. They are mostly targeted for women.</p>
<p>But the weight gain can also be cured. This may require harder work. But who wouldn&#8217;t want to work extra hard if it&#8217;s for a slimmer figure.</p>
<p>So if you think that the pills are taking its toll on your body amass, head on to the gym. Burn those fats and sweat it out. </p>
<p>The Types of Pills<br />
There are many types available in the market. Consult your doctor before deciding on which one will suit you best. They know your body better. </p>
<p>Among those types,   three are most widely used. They are the following.</p>
<p>POP stands for Progestin Only Pills. This mini pill has no estrogen. This is best for mothers who are breastfeeding their babies. Why so? Because estrogen has been said to reduce a woman&#8217;s ability to   produce milk. One must take this type at an exact time every day.</p>
<p>The more authentic information about Birth Control you know, the more likely people are to consider you a Birth Control expert. Read on for even more Birth Control facts that you can share.</p>
<p>This is ideal in lessening the blood loss during menstruation. In doing so, it also alleviates the cramps and other pains that a woman suffers from when they have their menstrual period. But as a side effect, a woman may suffer from spotting every time period.</p>
<p>Combination Pills<br />
The types that fall under this category are oral contraceptives that contain both estrogen and progestin. It can be in the form of Monophasic, Multiphasic and Continuous Use.</p>
<p>This type is said to reduce a woman&#8217;s risk from having ovarian cancer as well as endometrial cancer. It also helps prevent the case of ectopic pregnancy. This really has many advantages. But one must be cautious in using such because it can cause hypertension. It can make one feel nauseous and may experience vimitting during the first weeks of use.</p>
<p>ECP stands for Emergency Contraceptive Pills. This must not be used on a regular basis. This was actually designed for women to be used after an unprotected sex happened. This is to prevent the woman from conceiving after such act.</p>
<p>This must be taken within 120 hours after being involved in an unprotected sex or else it won&#8217;t take effect. This is a prescription drug. So it is better to have a stock of it to be taken whenever needed. </p>
<p>This can really prevent pregnancy. But it causes a woman to feel dizzy and fatigued. It also causes abdominal pains as well as tenderness of breasts.</p>
<p>You must remember to take note of the advantages and disadvantages of the pills before you even consider taking them. The   different types of birth control pills are your guide for this purpose. These pills can be a woman&#8217;s best friend but can also be their enemy because of the mere fact that most pills cause weight gain.</p>
<p>Take time to consider the points presented above. What you learn may help you overcome your hesitation to take action.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his new GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.gvo.co"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 04:07:26 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have even a passing interest in the topic of Birth Control, then you should take a look at the following information. This enlightening article presents some of the latest news on the subject of Birth Control.</p>
<p>There are different types of birth control pills around. Before   you start using any, you should consider the side effects. </p>
<p>Studies have shown that there are only two methods that do not have side effects. First is abstaining however, it may be hard sometimes to control the urge if both of you feel like doing it. The best thing to do then is outercourse or masturbation so the sperm will never come into contact with the egg. </p>
<p>The second is with the use of condoms because it does not release any hormones into the body and it is simply used as a barrier that is disposed off after intercourse. </p>
<p>Spermicides come in different forms. There are creams, film, gel, suppositories and tablets. The side effects of using them include the risk of TSS and one of you will experience a burning or itching sensation. It rarely causes a skin rash but when it happens, this will only go away after some time. </p>
<p>Those who choose to use the diaphragm are at risk of bladder and urinary tract infections. If you have had this in the past, you are strongly discouraged to stop using it. There have also been cases of toxic shock syndrome or TSS but   is also quite rate. This should not left in the vagina for more than 24 hours because there will soon be a smelly vaginal discharge, an inflammation or an infection could occur. </p>
<p>The information about Birth Control presented here will do one of two things: either it will reinforce what you know about Birth Control or it will teach you something new. Both are good outcomes.</p>
<p>Birth control pills have a lot of side effects. These include breast tenderness, headaches, mood changes, nausea  spotting and weight gain. It may also contribute to blood clots, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, breast and liver cancer. </p>
<p>Apart from conventional birth control pills, there is a new one called Seasonale. Since it has been around for only 5 years, there have only been a few reported cases of blood clots in the legs or lungs, stoppage or rupture of a blood vessel in the heart and other organs, liver tumors and high blood pressure. However, those who have been taking it regularly   phentermine</a>  complain of breast tenderness, weight gain, vomiting and difficulty wearing contact lenses. </p>
<p>The morning after pill is  better known as an emergency contraceptive pill or ECP. This must be taken 120 hours after unprotected vaginal intercourse. Its side effects are similar to that of conventional pills but if you happen to vomit within an hour of ingesting the pill, it is advised that you call a doctor. Another thing to keep in mind is that this should not be used as a regular birth control pill. </p>
<p>The patch is another and this is applied to the skin. One patch is good for a week and this has to be placed for three consecutive weeks and can be placed anywhere in the body. On the fourth week, the female doesn&#8217;t have to stick anything so she can normally go through her monthly menstrual cycle. Side effects include application site reaction, breast symptoms, headaches, mood swings and vomiting. </p>
<p>Injectables are injected into the body every three months. The sides effects include irregular periods, weight gain and vomiting.   Something similar to that are implants and those who use it may experience irregular bleeding, headaches, nausea, depression, dizziness, nervousness, weight gain or loss and hair loss. </p>
<p>Majority of the birth control methods around have side effects. If you don&#8217;t want to experience any, perhaps   not having sex at all is the answer to your problems. </p>
<p>Those who only know one or two facts about Birth Control can be confused by misleading information. The best way to help those who are misled is to gently   correct them with the truths you&#8217;re learning here.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his new GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.gvo.co"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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