The diabetes drugs Avandia and Actos 2007-08-24 11:45:00 AP - The diabetes drugs Avandia and Actos will be labelled with severe warnings about a risk of heart failure to some patients, health officials in the United States said Tuesday. The makers of the drugs, GlaxoSmithKline Plc and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., have agreed to add the “black-box” warnings, the Food and Drug Administration said. The warnings, the most severe that prescription drugs can bear, stress the medicines may cause or worsen heart failure and that patients should be closely monitored. The warnings also apply to combination drugs that include the active ingredients in Avandia, made by Glaxo, or Takeda’s Actos. The drugs help patients with Type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels. The warnings, which the FDA said in June it would seek, are separate from concerns that Avandia also raises the risk of heart attack. FDA advisers said last month the risk appeared real but that the evidence wasn’t conclusive enough to merit pulling Avandia fr
Bird Flu Protection 2007-08-10 04:18:00 Copyright 2005 Andrew CavanaghBird flu protection could be as simple as bowing instead of shaking hands.Japan never suffered an outbreak of SARS despite being surrounded by countries where outbreaks occurred.The most likely reason is that viruses like SARS and the bird flu are most commonly passed through hand to hand contact and in Japan it's more common to bow than shake hands.Hand hygiene is also promoted heavily in kindergarten and schools across Japan.This combination of excellent hygiene and a lack of formal hand to hand contact could be huge factors in Japan's avoiding the SARS outbreak and may hold one key secret to slowing a bird flu pandemic.What most people don't realize is that over 90% of respiratory viruses like the bird flu, the common cold and influenza get into your body through contact between your fingernails and the mucous membranes of your eyes and nose.They literally hitchhike into your body and you're giving them an easy ride.If the bird flu mutates into a hu Read more:Protection
Use Ginkgo Biloba to Starve Off Alzheimer's and Dementia 2007-08-09 10:19:00 Use Ginkgo Biloba to Starve Off Alzheimer
's and DementiaBy: Rudy SilvaArticle Source:ArticleToGo.comDementia, Alzheimer's, and other mental diseases are accelerated by the,* The lack of blood to the brain* The lack of oxygen to the brain* The lack of minerals and vitamins to the brain* The lack of glucose to the brain* Increase of toxins to the brain.The lack of blood to the brain is caused by arteriosclerosis - plack buildup along the arteries causing them to narrow. Arteriosclerosis occurs when you have a diet that causes damage to the artery walls promoting cholesterol and other minerals and nutrients to patch up the damage. Over time, as this patching continues, this area will become narrow and in some case blocks the flow of blood.As early as possible it is always recommended that you research what a health diet is. Find a diet that will minimize damage and inflammation in your body. Starting a healthy diet at any age is helpful but the sooner you start the better.Ginkgo Biloba
Use Iron and B Vitamins To Improve Your Brain Activity 2007-08-09 10:19:00 Use Iron and B Vitamins
To Improve
Your BrainActivity
By: Rudy SilvaArticle Source:ArticleToGo.comIron and DementiaIn the US iron deficiency has been found to be a major problem in people of all ages. Everyone knows the lack of iron causes anemia. Iron is the center of our red blood cells, which allow oxygen to be carried throughout your body and into your brain. Your brain uses over 20% of the oxygen available in the blood. Lack of oxygen has a major impact on your brain's health and in the formation of dementia.When a person is deficient in iron, they may have difficulty in keeping a conversation or in keeping a good attention span.The actual ability to absorb iron into your body is dependent on the amount of acid you have in your stomach. If you have acid reflux or heartburn and are using drugs or antacids to get relief, you are affecting your ability to absorb iron.To absorb iron, the pH in your stomach has to be normal, 1 - 2 pH. Under these conditions, iron in your stomach chemi
Healthy Cholesterol Levels 2007-08-09 10:14:00 Healthy Cholesterol
LevelsBy: MN NikkBefore you start eating your favorite, you might want to know whether you’re having too much cholesterol. Few years ago, many were not aware what cholesterol level is but with all the information everywhere people are becoming aware how their cholesterol levels affect their lives. You have to remember that you are what you eat and what you eat has something to do with your cholesterol. What is cholesterol? How will you know if you have a healthy cholesterol level?Cholesterol Is…Cholesterol is a type of lipid needed in all the vital functions of the body. Every single one of our cells is surrounded by cholesterol and its job is to insulate our nerve fibers. By insulating the nerve fibers, the cholesterol ensures that the nerve signals are traveling properly which is extremely important. Cholesterol also produces hormones which are used to carry specific signals around the body.Too much cholesterol in the body would increase your chances of heart
High Cholesterol 2007-08-09 10:14:00 High Cholesterol
High Cholesterol is a very common diagnosis by doctors nowadays when dealing with patients. Cholesterol has been identified as to increase the risk of heart diseases. But what is Cholesterol at all?Cholesterol is a substance produced by the human liver. The body produces Cholesterol to build up acids that help with the digestion of fat that we eat with our meals. Cholesterol is also supposed to build and repair cell. It is also part of the process to produce estrogens and the testosterone hormone. Most people affected by high Cholesterol have never heard of what Cholesterol is and what it does.Cholesterol plays an important role for the human body. So, how can this substance turn itself into something that puts your health at danger? As with almost everything in life Cholesterol only does a good job when available in certain limits. If these limits get pushed high up (= high Cholesterol) it turns itself into something putting your health at risk. High Cholesterol has be
Herbal Supplements for Testosterone Deficiency 2007-08-09 10:10:00 Herbal Supplements for Testosterone Deficiency
Author: GiGi KonwinIf you've been experiencing some of the symptoms of testosterone deficiency, such as fatigue, lack of sleep, or mood swings, you may have been talking to your practitioner about different ways to treat your condition. However, you may also want to consider herbal therapy for testosterone deficiency; there are several natural remedies you can take advantage of in order to build up testosterone levels again.Before you consider beginning any form of therapy for testosterone deficiency, whether its traditional or alternative, you should try making a few lifestyle adjustments to improve your condition. Making sure you get enough sleep is one way to increase testosterone levels in the body, so even if you have to rearrange your daily agenda, you should see that you are getting at least 7 hours of sleep every night. You should also be sure that you are consuming at least 3 to 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day, and y Read more:Herbal
Diabetes: Plain Talk About The Basics 2007-08-09 10:09:00 Diabetes: Plain
Talk About The Basics
Diabetes is basically a disease that interferes with the ability of our bodies to use food for energy and growth. One thing that happens when we digest food is that some of it is converted into glucose (sugar) that goes into our blood stream for energy and growth. Diabetes' primary effect is that our blood sugar glucose levels can get high. You've heard of insulin, right?Your pancreas produces insulin. Well, insulin is the hormone that gets the glucose (fuel) into our cells to help create energy. If your body isn't making enough insulin or using it correctly to help this fueling process, sugar starts to get backed up in your blood. That is not good.Some symptoms to watch out for if you suspect diabetes are: a loss in weight, and an increase in appetite. Feeling very thirsty and having to urinate frequently, blurred vision, numbness in hands, feet, arms and legs can also be early indicators of a problem. When diabetes is caught early there are usu Read more:Diabetes
Hernias side-effects 2007-08-09 10:02:00 Hernias side-effectsAuthor: groshan fabiolaOne of the most commonly performed surgical procedures is hernia repair. The protrusion of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening is called hernia. The tyre wall separates the inner tube which can seep through the opening. Tissue protrudes occur through the abdominal wall.As the hernia enlarges it forms a sac. The intestines can fall into this sac creating one of the major hernia symptoms-a bulge. A hernia is most often visible when standing. The bulge temporarily disappears when the tissue from the sac returns to its proper position by lying down. The hernia occur throughout the body in a groin area of 95 % per cent.The weakness or defect in abdominal wall is called hernia. It may appear from birth or develop over a period of time. When the defect is large enough, abdominal contents such as the bowel, may protrude through the defect causing a lump or bulge felt by the patient. Hernia grows at certain sites which have a natural tendenc
Cancer of the lymphatic system 2007-08-09 10:00:00 Cancer of the lymphatic systemAuthor: groshan fabiolaLymphocytes are the blood cells that increase the body' s resistence to illnesses. The lymph nodes are the places where those particular cells collect. There are lymph nodes everywhere in your body. The groin, the neck, the armpits and the heart are only some of the places where lymph nodes can be found. When in these nodes cancer develops, the proper medical term given for this particular cancer type is lymphoma.This may came as a surprise to many, but lymphoma is actually a very common cancer types. In many countries, lymphoma is fifth or sixth on the most common cancer types list. This disease, lymphoma mostly affects people that are over fifty years old. So one can safely say that age is a risk factor when it comes to lymphoma. However, lymphoma is the third most known type of cancer that affects children and younger adults. Gender can also be thought as a risk factor in lymphoma cases. This type of cancer is mostly found in men Read more:Cancer
Best Foods for Anti-Aging 2007-08-09 09:59:00 Best Foods
for Anti-Aging
Author: chester ku-leaIf you’re going to lie about your age, you should at least try to get away with it. Although we can't slow down father time, there are a number of things we can do to slow down the affects of aging. At the top of the list is keeping your calorie and saturated fat levels to a minimum. A healthy diet is important, but so is exercise to maintain a target of 5-10% below your ideal body weight.Do the best you can to stay away from the danger foods such as salt, sugar, processed and greasy foods. Eat as much whole grain, fruit and vegetables as possible and try to eat more fish. We have all heard of the importance of omega 3 and 6 in our diet - these magical essential fatty acids could be the number one source of food for anti-aging. We also need food rich in vitamins and minerals, and foods that are raw over cooked.Here is a list of some of the best known foods for anti-aging:Cruciferous vegetables - vegetables such as kale, turnip, sprouts,
The best Bodybuilding supplements to take 2007-08-09 09:57:00 The best Bodybuilding supplements
to takeAuthor: Chris DiCiccoSport nutrition supplements help promote muscle growth in bodybuilders. Nutritional bodybuilding supplements also enhance performance and workout routines that include physical exercises. Weightlifting programs or weight training with free weights or machines will benefit from the addition of body building supplements.Whether you are body building, weight lifting or working out with body toning exercises, always read and review the nutritional information on supplements before adding them to your workout routine. There are many different kinds of nutritional supplements which can be used for bodybuilding, weightlifting or even the general exercise enthusiast.Many body building supplements also work well for weightlifting programs and even certain diet programs. On the other hand, you may find some sports supplements and nutritional products work better for the specific style of workout routine you are following.For body buil
Overcoming the Addiction of Smoking 2007-08-09 09:55:00 Overcoming the Addiction of Smoking
So what is the best way to overcome the addiction of smoking and to fight the cravings that nicotine cause.There are many ways including taking pills, using patches and chewing gum but I want to take a look at the natural ways you can fight the cravings and overcome smoking for good. It is important to use natural ways as to chemical ways because by using patches for example, you are only transferring from cigarettes to patches. Both contain nicotine and are not good for you. Now I know patches are better than cigarettes because the later has other chemicals and produces tar but it is best to stop smoking naturally to get the full benefit out of quitting.Now let’s look at a couple of ways that you can do to help you keep your cravings to a minimum. Firstly there is exercise, this is a great way to help you quit smoking as it will get rid of stress and it will also help your body improve and heal it’s self from the effects of smoking. There are man
Can Vitamin B Help You Have More Vivid, Intense Lucid Dreams? 2007-08-09 09:50:00 Can Vitamin
B Help You Have More Vivid, Intense Lucid Dreams
?By: Evelyn GraziniMany people have been experimenting with Vitamin B to help them remember their dreams and increase their chances of being aware that they are dreaming. This offers an opportunity to get into the dream and have some unheard of fun! It’s called Lucid Dreaming – but does Vitamin B really help? And how much should you take for maximum enjoyment without harm?First, lets take a look at the benefits of Vitamin B (not related to Lucid Dreaming):According to Wakipedia Encyclopedia:The B vitamins as a whole often work together to deliver a number of health benefits to the body. B vitamins have been shown to:1) Bolster metabolism 2) Maintain healthy skin and muscle tone 3) Enhance immune and nervous system function 4) Promote cell growth and division — including that of the red blood cells that help prevent anemia.Together, they also help combat the symptoms and causes of stress, depression, and cardiovascular di
The best Bodybuilding supplements to take 2007-08-09 09:49:00 The best Bodybuilding supplements
to takeAuthor: Chris DiCiccoSport nutrition supplements help promote muscle growth in bodybuilders. Nutritional bodybuilding supplements also enhance performance and workout routines that include physical exercises. Weightlifting programs or weight training with free weights or machines will benefit from the addition of body building supplements.Whether you are body building, weight lifting or working out with body toning exercises, always read and review the nutritional information on supplements before adding them to your workout routine. There are many different kinds of nutritional supplements which can be used for bodybuilding, weightlifting or even the general exercise enthusiast.Many body building supplements also work well for weightlifting programs and even certain diet programs. On the other hand, you may find some sports supplements and nutritional products work better for the specific style of workout routine you are following.For body buil
Can Vitamin B Help You Have More Vivid, Intense Lucid Dreams 2007-08-09 08:44:00 Can Vitamin
B Help You Have More Vivid, Intense Lucid Dreams
?By: Evelyn Grazini Many people have been experimenting with Vitamin B to help them remember their dreams and increase their chances of being aware that they are dreaming. This offers an opportunity to get into the dream and have some unheard of fun! It’s called Lucid Dreaming – but does Vitamin B really help? And how much should you take for maximum enjoyment without harm?First, lets take a look at the benefits of Vitamin B (not related to Lucid Dreaming): According to Wakipedia Encyclopedia: The B vitamins as a whole often work together to deliver a number of health benefits to the body. B vitamins have been shown to:1) Bolster metabolism 2) Maintain healthy skin and muscle tone 3) Enhance immune and nervous system function 4) Promote cell growth and division — including that of the red blood cells that help prevent anemia. Together, they also help combat the symptoms and causes of stress, depression, and cardiovascula
Immune System Supplements for Children 2007-08-09 08:19:00 Imagine Your Kids with Vibrant Health and Natural Vitality! Boost and Strengthen their ImmuneSystem
the Natural Way!Super Healthy Kids is a comprehensive e-book (you can get a printed paperback version as well) about what you can do to strengthen your kids health and boost their immune system to prevent disease and create increased vibrant health and vitality...read more..Immune System Supplements for Children
Excerpt from FLU: Alternative Treatments and Prevention, Randall Neustaedter OMD, North Atlantic Books, 2005 Children can take a few simple, specific supplements to maintain a strong and vital immune system during the fall and winter months when colds and flus predominate. An omega-3 fat supplement in the form of fish oil capsules, DHA from algae (Neuromins), or cod liver oil will establish healthy cell membranes that prevent inflammation and resist toxins and attack by pathogens. 200 mg of DHA or one teaspoon of cod liver oil for each 50 pounds of body weight is an appropriate d
Benefits of Herbal Weight Loss 2007-08-09 08:07:00 Benefits of HerbalWeight
LossBy: Michael Johnson In todays world, it is commonplace to see everything labeled as natural or herbal. Already on the shelves today are millions of all herbal and all natural products, including dietary supplements and herbal medicine supplements. When did the sudden influx of these products start? Its possible that the herbal supplement and herbal product trend began when the media began to focus on dietary health and maintaining a healthier lifestyle. Recognizing the advantages of herbal medicines and natural remedies can also be traced back to our ancestors thousands of years ago. Dating back to 2800 B.C., humans have seen and recorded the benefits of herbal remedies. And now it is your turn!Herbal medicine and herbal alternatives can be traced a long way through history. Starting within the last 5,000 years all the way up to today, herbal medicine and herbal alternatives are a necessity for those looking for a healthy, natural way to augment their heal Read more:Benefits
The Beauty Of Water Gardening 2007-08-09 07:50:00 Is there any element in nature that can be as simultaneously soothing and dramatic as water? Most people love to hear the roar of a waterfall, the laughter of water tumbling over rocks or splashing in a fountain, and the murmuring noise of a small stream. They love to see the sparkle of sunlight on falling water as it makes each droplet a tiny prism, the rippling effect of the wind across the surface of a pool, and the reflections cast by still water when there is hardly a breeze.For these and many other reasons, water gardening, also known as hydroponic gardening, is one of the most challenging and rewarding forms of horticulture. And even though as far as modern horticulture is concerned this is a relatively new art, the practice does in fact go far back in history. The ancient Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, as well as the rulers of Arabia and China all used water to beautify their homes, palaces, places of worship and important public areas. They cultivated exotic plan Read more:Beauty
How to fiend the top weight loss pgrogram for you 2007-08-09 07:48:00 Kamis, 2007 Agustus 09How to fiend the top weight loss pgrogram for you by: Alex FirWith more than 4500 diets and weight loss programs to select from, and various celebrities promoting the benefits of all of them, it is hard to decide which diet is the right diet for you. The following are crucial steps to finding your optimal weight management plan:Step One: First decide if you really need to lose weight by considering the following questions:- What is your lifestyle? Are you generally more physically active or sedentary? Regular physical activity and healthy eating are important, no matter what your weight or your Body Mass Index.- What is your family history? Does high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or other weight-related ailments run in your family? If so, then it’s extremely important that you maintain a healthy weight.- What is your personal weight history? People who have consistently gained (or repeatedly gained and lost) weight over the years need be careful of th
Anise (Pimpinella anisum L 2007-08-09 07:01:00 Anise (Pimpinella anisum L Anise (Pimpinella anisum L.)View the names of this plant in 60 languages Synonymspharm Fructus Anisi Albanian Anason, Glikanxo Arabic حبة الحلوة, ينسون, كمون حلو, أنيسون حَبَّةُ الحُلْوَة, يانْسُون Habbet hilwa, Habbu al-hulwah, Yansoon, Yansun, Anisun, Kamun halu, Kamoon halou Armenian Անիսոն Anison Basque Anis Bengali Sulpha Bulgarian Анасон Anason Catalan Anís, Comí Chinese Pa chio, Yan kok Chinese(Cantonese) 大茴香 [daaih wùih hēung], 洋茴香 [yèuhng wùih hēung] Daai wuih heong, Yeung wuih heong Chinese(Mandarin) 大茴香 [dà huí xiāng], 洋茴香 [yáng huí xiāng] Da hui xiang, Huei hsiang, Yang hui xiang Croatian Anis Czech Anýz, Anýz vonný Danish (Grøn) anis Dutch Anijs, Wilde pimpernel, Nieszaad, Groene anijs English Sweet cumin, Aniseed Esperanto Anizo Estonian Harilik aniis Farsi انیسون, بادیان رومی Anisun, Badiyan romi Finnish Anisruoho, Anis French
Forskolin for Urinary Tract Infections 2007-08-09 06:07:00 agustus 9, 2007 - Forskolin for Urinary Tract Infections
Forskolin for Urinary Tract Infections Forskolin, an herbal medicine made from the Asiatic coleus plant, may help treat urinary tract infections (UTIs), according to the results of a new study. Forskolin, a root extract from Coleus forskohlii, has been used for a long time in traditional Asian systems of medicine to treat angina, asthma, bronchitis, epilepsy, insomnia, painful micturation, skin rashes and a wide range of digestive problems. Numerous studies on forskolin have been conducted since the 1970s. Basic science research has revealed several properties of forskolin, which are promising for clinical use.Researchers from Duke University tested forskolin in female mice with bladder infections caused by E. coli bacteria, which cause most UTIs.Twenty-four hours after the mice were infected with E. coli, the researchers injected forskolin directly into the mice's bladders or their bellies. For comparison, the scientists injecte
Blue Agave, Tequila for Colon Health 2007-08-09 06:04:00 Wednesday, June 27, 2007 - Blue Agave, Tequila
for ColonHealth
Blue Agave, Tequila for Colon HealthCompounds derived from the blue agave fruit, which is used to make the popular hard liquor tequila, may help deliver drugs to the colon to treat colon diseases, such as irritable bowel syndrome (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease) and cancer, a new study reports.Researchers from the University of Guadalajara in Mexcio explained that drug delivery to the colon is an ongoing challenge to physicians. Stomach acids destroy many drugs before they have had a chance to reach the intestine, where they usually are absorbed. According to the authors of this study, researchers have tried to circumvent this problem by inserting the drugs into carrier molecules that resist breakdown in the stomach. However, they have had difficulty finding a suitable carrier compound.Scientists developed the fructans, a class of polysaccharides, into tiny microspheres capable of carrying existing drugs that are
Hormone-Related Supplements and Breast Cancer 2007-08-09 06:02:00 Hormone-Related Supplements and BreastCancer
Wednesday, June 27, 2007 - Hormone-Related Supplements and Breast CancerHormone-Related Supplements and Breast CancerResearchers recently examined the effects of hormone-related supplements (HRS) on breast cancer risk and found that black cohosh may help manage menopausal symptoms and prevent breast cancer.Researchers from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia evaluated whether use of HRS was associated with breast cancer risk, using a population-based case-control study in three counties of the Philadelphia metropolitan area consisting of 949 breast cancer cases and 1,524 controls.Use of HRS varied significantly by race, with African American women being more likely than European American women to use any herbal preparation (19.2 percent vs. 14.7 percent), as well as specific preparations including black cohosh (5.4 percent vs. 2.0 percent), ginseng (12.5 percent vs. 7.9 percent) and red clover (4.7 percent vs. 0.6 p
Coffee: Balancing the Good with the Bad 2007-08-09 05:59:00 Coffee: Balancing
the Good with the BadCoffee: Balancing the Good with the BadCoffee: Balancing the Good with the BadReducing the acrylamide content of coffee to protect against potential nervous system damage and carcinogenic effects may also negatively impact the flavor and nutritional benefits of the popular beverage, a new study reports.Researchers at the European Commission in Belgium and Nestlé Product Technology Centre in Switzerland explained that because of the recognized toxicity of acrylamide, intensive efforts have been made to reduce the concentration of this undesired Maillard by-product in food. Acrylamide, a chemical compound that may damage the nervous system and is carcinogenic in laboratory animals, is created when starchy foods are baked, roasted, fried or toasted. The study involved a series of experiments aimed at determining the concentration of acrylamide and the in vitro radical scavenging capacity in the same roasted and ground coffee samples, as it is well e Read more:Coffee
Osteoporosis: Vitamin K for Bone Quality and Strength 2007-08-24 12:22:00 Osteoporosis: Vitamin
K for Bone Quality
and Strength Research has recognized an important role for vitamin K, which is to contribute substantially to the integrity of bones.Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin; therefore, poor absorption of fat can contribute to a deficiency of vitamin K. Some health conditions that can cause impaired absorption of fat include pancreatic disease, celiac disease, and gallbladder disease.The World Health Organisation estimates there are 200 million Osteoporosis sufferers worldwide and, according to Osteoporosis Australia, 25 percent of Australian women and 17 percent of men will develop a bone fracture due to osteoporosis, with total incidence expected to rise 83 percent by 2011.The Nurses Health Study followed 72,327 women between 38 and 63 years of age for 10 years. The researchers found that women with the lowest intake of vitamin K had a 30% higher risk of hip fracture than women with the highest intake of vitamin K. They concluded the
Natural vitamin E has roughly twice the availability of synthetic vitamin E 2007-08-24 12:21:00 Natural
vitamin E has roughly twice the availability of synthetic vitamin EMost vitamin E supplements contain synthetic alpha-tocopherol, but unlike some other vitamins, synthetic vitamin E is not identical to natural. Vitamin E supplements are labelled d-alpha for natural and dl-alpha for synthetic. If the label lists “dl-alpha-tocopherol”, it’s not the real thing.This is most clearly shown by comparing natural with synthetic vitamin E. Both have identical antioxidant activities, yet the natural vitamin E has roughly twice the availability of synthetic vitamin E. (The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 1998 Apr;67(4):669-84).Japanese researchers found that natural vitamin E...Vitamin E: gamma not alpha tocopherol is often superior with cancer and alzheimer’sIt is important to know that there are several types of Vitamin E. Vitamin E is actually a generic name for eight separate compounds. Some members of the vitamin E family are called tocopherols.These me
Smoking and Lung Damage and Emphysema - The Vitamin A Link 2007-08-24 12:20:00 Smoking
and Lung Damage
and Emphysema - The Vitamin
A Link Written by Kevin FlattVitamin A is required to protect the cells that line the airways (and other cells) from infection and the harmful effects of carcinogens (cancer causing substances). It is these cells first line of defence and functions as a barrier against infection and maintains their integrity and function.Please note I do not advocate or support smoking. However, as many people find it very difficult to quit, any information that may help prevent damage caused by smoking should be presented.In 1991 researchers T.E. Edes and colleagues reporting in the journal Nutrition and Cancer hypothesized that depletion of vitamin A can be induced by exposure to carcinogens (cancer causing substances) such as benzopyrene found in cigarette smoke.The study was designed to determine if benzopyrene exposure depletes tissue vitamin A and whether beta-carotene might prevent the depletion. Rats were fed a diet containing
Breast Cancer Progression Correlates with Lower Vitamin D Levels 2007-08-24 12:19:00 BreastCancerProgression
Correlates with LowerVitamin
D Levels by Kevin FlattThe Daily Mail (U.K.) reported on 17th October 2006 that a new study shows women with advanced breast cancer had lower levels of vitamin D than those in the early stages of the disease. Researchers at Imperial College London claim it is more evidence the vitamin - which comes from sunlight - may protect against cancer, and are planning to investigate whether supplements can help fight the disease. (Daily Mail (U.K.) 17/10/2006).Previous research has indicated that low levels of vitamin D in women may cause breast cancer to progress to more advanced stages, and studies have shown that having adequate levels of circulating vitamin D can reduce the risk of developing the disease. (NewsTarget.com 17/10/2006).Example: Not only does the active form of vitamin D, calcitriol (the form made in optimal quantities by your body when your vitamin D blood levels are ideal) inhibit breast cancer cells from Read more:Breast Cancer
ADHD: Fish oil and primrose oil increases attention, reduces hyperactivity, restlessness and impulsivity 2007-08-24 12:18:00 ADHD: Fish oil and primrose oil increases attention
, reduces hyperactivity, restlessness and impulsivity Written by Kevin FlattIn 1996 Purdue University researchers found that boys with low blood levels of Omega-3 fatty acids have a greater tendency to have problems with behaviour, learning and health consistent with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or (ADHD).John R. Burgess, assistant professor of foods and nutrition at Purdue University, says boys with lower levels of omega-3 fatty acids scored higher in the frequency of many behavioural problems. (Purdue News Service).The Purdue University study, published in the journal Physiology and Behaviour, found that the boys with lower omega-3 fatty acids exhibited a greater number of behaviour problems, temper tantrums, and sleep problems, as reported by the teachers and parents. Additionally, more learning and health problems were found in subjects with lower total omega-3 fatty acid concentrations. (Physiology and
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