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Complete report
Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of statins in decreasing cardiovascular events in women and men.
Background: Published data reviews have suggested that statins might not be as effective in women as in men in decreasing cardiovascular events.
Methods: Published data searches and contacts with investigators identified 18 randomized clinical trials of statins with sex-specific outcomes (N = 141,235, 40,275 women, 21,468 cardiovascular events). Odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for cardiovascular events were calculated for women and men separately with random effects meta-analyses.
Results: The cardiovascular event rate was lower among those randomized to statin intervention than in those randomized to control (low-dose statin in 4 studies, placebo in 11 studies, usual care in 3 studies). The benefit of statins was statistically significant in both sexes, regardless of the type of control, baseline risk, or type of endpoint and in both primary and secondary prevention. All-cause mortality was also lower with statin therapy both in women and men without significant interaction by sex.
Conclusions: Statin therapy is associated with significant decreases in cardiovascular events and in all-cause mortality in women and men. Statin therapy should be used in appropriate patients without regard to sex.
Chocolate Consumption Reduces Risk of Stroke in Women
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Complete report
Ample evidence indicates that chocolate may have beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system. Chocolate consumption has been shown to reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in short-term randomized feeding trials (1), and has been demonstrated to improve endothelial and platelet function and to ameliorate insulin resistance (2). Moreover, flavonoids in chocolate possess strong antioxidant activity and can suppress oxidation of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (3).
In the autumn of 1997, 39,227 women completed a questionnaire that included approximately 350 items concerning diet and other lifestyle factors (4). We excluded women with a missing national identification number, those with implausible values for total energy intake, and those with a history of cancer, stroke, coronary heart disease, or diabetes mellitus before baseline. That left 33,372 women, age 49 to 83 years, for analysis. The study was approved by the Ethical Review Board at the Karolinska Institutet (Stockholm, Sweden). Chocolate consumption was assessed using a self-administered food-frequency questionnaire. Women were asked to indicate how often on average they had consumed chocolate and 95 other foods during the previous year. There were 8 pre-defined consumption categories ranging from never to ≥3 times a day. In the 1990s, approximately 90% of chocolate consumption in Sweden was milk chocolate, containing approximately 30% cocoa solids (5).
Our findings are broadly consistent with those from previous smaller studies, which observed either a statistically significant (136 stroke cases) (6) or a nonsignificant (111 or 469 stroke cases) (5,7) inverse association between chocolate consumption and total stroke. In the present study, only women in the highest quartile of chocolate consumption (median 66.5 g/week) had a significantly reduced risk of stroke, suggesting that higher intakes are necessary for a potential protective effect. The reason for the stronger association observed for hemorrhagic stroke than for cerebral infarction is unclear.
In summary, results from this cohort of women suggest that a high chocolate consumption is associated with a lower risk of stroke.
Complete report
Ample evidence indicates that chocolate may have beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system. Chocolate consumption has been shown to reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in short-term randomized feeding trials (1), and has been demonstrated to improve endothelial and platelet function and to ameliorate insulin resistance (2). Moreover, flavonoids in chocolate possess strong antioxidant activity and can suppress oxidation of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (3).
In the autumn of 1997, 39,227 women completed a questionnaire that included approximately 350 items concerning diet and other lifestyle factors (4). We excluded women with a missing national identification number, those with implausible values for total energy intake, and those with a history of cancer, stroke, coronary heart disease, or diabetes mellitus before baseline. That left 33,372 women, age 49 to 83 years, for analysis. The study was approved by the Ethical Review Board at the Karolinska Institutet (Stockholm, Sweden). Chocolate consumption was assessed using a self-administered food-frequency questionnaire. Women were asked to indicate how often on average they had consumed chocolate and 95 other foods during the previous year. There were 8 pre-defined consumption categories ranging from never to ≥3 times a day. In the 1990s, approximately 90% of chocolate consumption in Sweden was milk chocolate, containing approximately 30% cocoa solids (5).
Our findings are broadly consistent with those from previous smaller studies, which observed either a statistically significant (136 stroke cases) (6) or a nonsignificant (111 or 469 stroke cases) (5,7) inverse association between chocolate consumption and total stroke. In the present study, only women in the highest quartile of chocolate consumption (median 66.5 g/week) had a significantly reduced risk of stroke, suggesting that higher intakes are necessary for a potential protective effect. The reason for the stronger association observed for hemorrhagic stroke than for cerebral infarction is unclear.
In summary, results from this cohort of women suggest that a high chocolate consumption is associated with a lower risk of stroke.
Are diet soft drinks bad for you?
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New study finds potential link between daily consumption of diet soft drinks and risk of vascular events
Individuals who drink diet soft drinks on a daily basis may be at increased risk of suffering vascular events such as stroke, heart attack, and vascular death. This is according to a new study by Hannah Gardener and her colleagues from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and at Columbia University Medical Center. However, in contrast, they found that regular soft drink consumption and a more moderate intake of diet soft drinks do not appear to be linked to a higher risk of vascular events. The research¹ appears online in the Journal of General Internal Medicine², published by Springer.
In the current climate of escalating obesity rates, artificially sweetened soft drinks are marketed as healthier alternatives to sugar-sweetened beverages, due to their lack of calories. However, the long-term health consequences of drinking diet soft drinks remain unclear.
Gardener and team examined the relationship between both diet and regular soft drink consumption and risk of stroke, myocardial infarction (or heart attack), and vascular death. Data were analyzed from 2,564 participants in the NIH-funded Northern Manhattan Study, which was designed to determine stroke incidence, risk factors and prognosis in a multi-ethnic urban population. The researchers looked at how often individuals drank soft drinks - diet and regular - and the number of vascular events that occurred over a ten-year period.
They found that those who drank diet soft drinks daily were 43 percent more likely to have suffered a vascular event than those who drank none, after taking into account pre-existing vascular conditions such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes and high blood pressure. Light diet soft drink users, i.e. those who drank between one a month and six a week, and those who chose regular soft drinks were not more likely to suffer vascular events.
Gardener concludes: "Our results suggest a potential association between daily diet soft drink consumption and vascular outcomes. However, the mechanisms by which soft drinks may affect vascular events are unclear. There is a need for further research before any conclusions can be drawn regarding the potential health consequences of diet soft drink consumption."
References
1. Gardener H et al (2012). Diet soft drink consumption is associated with an increased risk of vascular events in the Northern Manhattan Study. Journal of General Internal Medicine. DOI 10.1007/s11606-011-1968-2
2. The Journal of General Internal Medicine is the official journal of the Society of General Internal Medicine.
New study finds potential link between daily consumption of diet soft drinks and risk of vascular events
Individuals who drink diet soft drinks on a daily basis may be at increased risk of suffering vascular events such as stroke, heart attack, and vascular death. This is according to a new study by Hannah Gardener and her colleagues from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and at Columbia University Medical Center. However, in contrast, they found that regular soft drink consumption and a more moderate intake of diet soft drinks do not appear to be linked to a higher risk of vascular events. The research¹ appears online in the Journal of General Internal Medicine², published by Springer.
In the current climate of escalating obesity rates, artificially sweetened soft drinks are marketed as healthier alternatives to sugar-sweetened beverages, due to their lack of calories. However, the long-term health consequences of drinking diet soft drinks remain unclear.
Gardener and team examined the relationship between both diet and regular soft drink consumption and risk of stroke, myocardial infarction (or heart attack), and vascular death. Data were analyzed from 2,564 participants in the NIH-funded Northern Manhattan Study, which was designed to determine stroke incidence, risk factors and prognosis in a multi-ethnic urban population. The researchers looked at how often individuals drank soft drinks - diet and regular - and the number of vascular events that occurred over a ten-year period.
They found that those who drank diet soft drinks daily were 43 percent more likely to have suffered a vascular event than those who drank none, after taking into account pre-existing vascular conditions such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes and high blood pressure. Light diet soft drink users, i.e. those who drank between one a month and six a week, and those who chose regular soft drinks were not more likely to suffer vascular events.
Gardener concludes: "Our results suggest a potential association between daily diet soft drink consumption and vascular outcomes. However, the mechanisms by which soft drinks may affect vascular events are unclear. There is a need for further research before any conclusions can be drawn regarding the potential health consequences of diet soft drink consumption."
References
1. Gardener H et al (2012). Diet soft drink consumption is associated with an increased risk of vascular events in the Northern Manhattan Study. Journal of General Internal Medicine. DOI 10.1007/s11606-011-1968-2
2. The Journal of General Internal Medicine is the official journal of the Society of General Internal Medicine.
Consuming fish during pregnancy improves offspring’s cognitive development and prosocial conduct
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Can pregnant women improve their progeny’s intelligence by eating fish? A study recently submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso revealed that infants born to mothers who consumed more fish during pregnancy score higher in verbal intelligence and fine motor skill tests, and present an increased prosocial behavior.
The aim of this study was to assess the effects of maternal fish intake -as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids- on fetal development, and to determine how the different genotypes affect long-chain fatty acid concentrations in the fetus.Dr. Pauline Emmett (University of Bristol), Dr. Eva Lattka (Helmholtz Zentrum München, the German Research Center for Environmental Health) and their research teams have determined how FADS gene cluster polymorphisms affect long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid concentrations in women during pregnancy.Maternal GenotypesAccording to the researchers, fatty acid concentrations in umbilical cord blood depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Accordingly, maternal genotypes are mainly related with omega-6 fatty acid precursors, and offspring genotypes are related with the more highly elongated fatty acids of the omega-6 series. The study also revealed that concentrations of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) of the Omega-3 series -main component of brain cell membranes- depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Dr Lattka states that “the fetal contribution of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 series is more relevant than expected; fetal DHA concentrations depend on maternal and fetal metabolism”, and concludes that “the amount of DHA transmitted to the fetus through the placenta might be crucial for fetal development”.In a previous study, this research team proved that fish intake during pregnancy is correlated with the IQ in 8-year old children. But, what causes that effect? The study revealed that fish intake is correlated with maternal blood DHA concentrations. However, it has not been clarified whether maternal DHA concentrations are directly correlated with the offspring’s IQ.
Can pregnant women improve their progeny’s intelligence by eating fish? A study recently submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso revealed that infants born to mothers who consumed more fish during pregnancy score higher in verbal intelligence and fine motor skill tests, and present an increased prosocial behavior.
This study was conducted within the framework of the NUTRIMENTHE project (“Effect of diet on offspring’s cognitive development”), which received funding of 5.9 million Euros from the European 7th Framework Programme (7PM). This study was coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso.Fish oil is the primary source of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the main component of brain cell membranes. The European Commission has confirmed and supports the healthy effects of DHA as “it contributes to the normal development of the brain and eye of the fetus and breastfed infants”.
Effects of Fish Intake
The NUTRIMENTHE project is focused on the effects that genetic variants and maternal fish intake have on the offspring’s intellectual capacity. The researchers mainly focused on polymorphisms in the fatty acid desaturase (FADS) gene cluster that encodes the delta-5 and delta-6 desaturase enzymes involved in the synthesis of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6.
The researchers collected blood samples from 2 000 women at 20 gestational weeks and from the umbilical cord of the infant at birth, and analyzed concentrations of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6. Then, they determined the genotype of 18 polymorphisms in the FADS gene cluster. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of maternal fish intake -as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids- on fetal development, and to determine how the different genotypes affect long-chain fatty acid concentrations in the fetus.
Dr. Pauline Emmett (University of Bristol), Dr. Eva Lattka (Helmholtz Zentrum München, the German Research Center for Environmental Health) and their research teams have determined how FADS gene cluster polymorphisms affect long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid concentrations in women during pregnancy.
Maternal Genotypes
According to the researchers, fatty acid concentrations in umbilical cord blood depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Accordingly, maternal genotypes are mainly related with omega-6 fatty acid precursors, and offspring genotypes are related with the more highly elongated fatty acids of the omega-6 series. The study also revealed that concentrations of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) of the Omega-3 series -main component of brain cell membranes- depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Dr Lattka states that “the fetal contribution of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 series is more relevant than expected; fetal DHA concentrations depend on maternal and fetal metabolism”, and concludes that “the amount of DHA transmitted to the fetus through the placenta might be crucial for fetal development”.
In a previous study, this research team proved that fish intake during pregnancy is correlated with the IQ in 8-year old children. But, what causes that effect? The study revealed that fish intake is correlated with maternal blood DHA concentrations. However, it has not been clarified whether maternal DHA concentrations are directly correlated with the offspring’s IQ. The NUTRIMENTHE project –which is expected to conclude in 2013- is aimed at elucidating this question.
Can pregnant women improve their progeny’s intelligence by eating fish? A study recently submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso revealed that infants born to mothers who consumed more fish during pregnancy score higher in verbal intelligence and fine motor skill tests, and present an increased prosocial behavior.
The aim of this study was to assess the effects of maternal fish intake -as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids- on fetal development, and to determine how the different genotypes affect long-chain fatty acid concentrations in the fetus.Dr. Pauline Emmett (University of Bristol), Dr. Eva Lattka (Helmholtz Zentrum München, the German Research Center for Environmental Health) and their research teams have determined how FADS gene cluster polymorphisms affect long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid concentrations in women during pregnancy.Maternal GenotypesAccording to the researchers, fatty acid concentrations in umbilical cord blood depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Accordingly, maternal genotypes are mainly related with omega-6 fatty acid precursors, and offspring genotypes are related with the more highly elongated fatty acids of the omega-6 series. The study also revealed that concentrations of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) of the Omega-3 series -main component of brain cell membranes- depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Dr Lattka states that “the fetal contribution of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 series is more relevant than expected; fetal DHA concentrations depend on maternal and fetal metabolism”, and concludes that “the amount of DHA transmitted to the fetus through the placenta might be crucial for fetal development”.In a previous study, this research team proved that fish intake during pregnancy is correlated with the IQ in 8-year old children. But, what causes that effect? The study revealed that fish intake is correlated with maternal blood DHA concentrations. However, it has not been clarified whether maternal DHA concentrations are directly correlated with the offspring’s IQ.
Can pregnant women improve their progeny’s intelligence by eating fish? A study recently submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso revealed that infants born to mothers who consumed more fish during pregnancy score higher in verbal intelligence and fine motor skill tests, and present an increased prosocial behavior.
This study was conducted within the framework of the NUTRIMENTHE project (“Effect of diet on offspring’s cognitive development”), which received funding of 5.9 million Euros from the European 7th Framework Programme (7PM). This study was coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso.Fish oil is the primary source of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the main component of brain cell membranes. The European Commission has confirmed and supports the healthy effects of DHA as “it contributes to the normal development of the brain and eye of the fetus and breastfed infants”.
Effects of Fish Intake
The NUTRIMENTHE project is focused on the effects that genetic variants and maternal fish intake have on the offspring’s intellectual capacity. The researchers mainly focused on polymorphisms in the fatty acid desaturase (FADS) gene cluster that encodes the delta-5 and delta-6 desaturase enzymes involved in the synthesis of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6.
The researchers collected blood samples from 2 000 women at 20 gestational weeks and from the umbilical cord of the infant at birth, and analyzed concentrations of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6. Then, they determined the genotype of 18 polymorphisms in the FADS gene cluster. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of maternal fish intake -as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids- on fetal development, and to determine how the different genotypes affect long-chain fatty acid concentrations in the fetus.
Dr. Pauline Emmett (University of Bristol), Dr. Eva Lattka (Helmholtz Zentrum München, the German Research Center for Environmental Health) and their research teams have determined how FADS gene cluster polymorphisms affect long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid concentrations in women during pregnancy.
Maternal Genotypes
According to the researchers, fatty acid concentrations in umbilical cord blood depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Accordingly, maternal genotypes are mainly related with omega-6 fatty acid precursors, and offspring genotypes are related with the more highly elongated fatty acids of the omega-6 series. The study also revealed that concentrations of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) of the Omega-3 series -main component of brain cell membranes- depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Dr Lattka states that “the fetal contribution of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 series is more relevant than expected; fetal DHA concentrations depend on maternal and fetal metabolism”, and concludes that “the amount of DHA transmitted to the fetus through the placenta might be crucial for fetal development”.
In a previous study, this research team proved that fish intake during pregnancy is correlated with the IQ in 8-year old children. But, what causes that effect? The study revealed that fish intake is correlated with maternal blood DHA concentrations. However, it has not been clarified whether maternal DHA concentrations are directly correlated with the offspring’s IQ. The NUTRIMENTHE project –which is expected to conclude in 2013- is aimed at elucidating this question.
Consuming fish during pregnancy improves offspring’s cognitive development and prosocial conduct
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Can pregnant women improve their progeny’s intelligence by eating fish? A study recently submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso revealed that infants born to mothers who consumed more fish during pregnancy score higher in verbal intelligence and fine motor skill tests, and present an increased prosocial behavior.
This study was conducted within the framework of the NUTRIMENTHE project (“Effect of diet on offspring’s cognitive development”), which received funding of 5.9 million Euros from the European 7th Framework Programme (7PM). This study was coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso.Fish oil is the primary source of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the main component of brain cell membranes. The European Commission has confirmed and supports the healthy effects of DHA as “it contributes to the normal development of the brain and eye of the fetus and breastfed infants”.
Effects of Fish Intake
The NUTRIMENTHE project is focused on the effects that genetic variants and maternal fish intake have on the offspring’s intellectual capacity. The researchers mainly focused on polymorphisms in the fatty acid desaturase (FADS) gene cluster that encodes the delta-5 and delta-6 desaturase enzymes involved in the synthesis of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6.
The researchers collected blood samples from 2 000 women at 20 gestational weeks and from the umbilical cord of the infant at birth, and analyzed concentrations of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6. Then, they determined the genotype of 18 polymorphisms in the FADS gene cluster. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of maternal fish intake -as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids- on fetal development, and to determine how the different genotypes affect long-chain fatty acid concentrations in the fetus.
Dr. Pauline Emmett (University of Bristol), Dr. Eva Lattka (Helmholtz Zentrum München, the German Research Center for Environmental Health) and their research teams have determined how FADS gene cluster polymorphisms affect long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid concentrations in women during pregnancy.
Maternal Genotypes
According to the researchers, fatty acid concentrations in umbilical cord blood depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Accordingly, maternal genotypes are mainly related with omega-6 fatty acid precursors, and offspring genotypes are related with the more highly elongated fatty acids of the omega-6 series. The study also revealed that concentrations of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) of the Omega-3 series -main component of brain cell membranes- depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Dr Lattka states that “the fetal contribution of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 series is more relevant than expected; fetal DHA concentrations depend on maternal and fetal metabolism”, and concludes that “the amount of DHA transmitted to the fetus through the placenta might be crucial for fetal development”.
In a previous study, this research team proved that fish intake during pregnancy is correlated with the IQ in 8-year old children. But, what causes that effect? The study revealed that fish intake is correlated with maternal blood DHA concentrations. However, it has not been clarified whether maternal DHA concentrations are directly correlated with the offspring’s IQ. The NUTRIMENTHE project –which is expected to conclude in 2013- is aimed at elucidating this question.
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Can pregnant women improve their progeny’s intelligence by eating fish? A study recently submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso revealed that infants born to mothers who consumed more fish during pregnancy score higher in verbal intelligence and fine motor skill tests, and present an increased prosocial behavior.
This study was conducted within the framework of the NUTRIMENTHE project (“Effect of diet on offspring’s cognitive development”), which received funding of 5.9 million Euros from the European 7th Framework Programme (7PM). This study was coordinated by the University of Granada professor Cristina Campoy Folgoso.Fish oil is the primary source of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the main component of brain cell membranes. The European Commission has confirmed and supports the healthy effects of DHA as “it contributes to the normal development of the brain and eye of the fetus and breastfed infants”.
Effects of Fish Intake
The NUTRIMENTHE project is focused on the effects that genetic variants and maternal fish intake have on the offspring’s intellectual capacity. The researchers mainly focused on polymorphisms in the fatty acid desaturase (FADS) gene cluster that encodes the delta-5 and delta-6 desaturase enzymes involved in the synthesis of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6.
The researchers collected blood samples from 2 000 women at 20 gestational weeks and from the umbilical cord of the infant at birth, and analyzed concentrations of long-chain fatty acids of the series omega-3 and omega-6. Then, they determined the genotype of 18 polymorphisms in the FADS gene cluster. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of maternal fish intake -as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids- on fetal development, and to determine how the different genotypes affect long-chain fatty acid concentrations in the fetus.
Dr. Pauline Emmett (University of Bristol), Dr. Eva Lattka (Helmholtz Zentrum München, the German Research Center for Environmental Health) and their research teams have determined how FADS gene cluster polymorphisms affect long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid concentrations in women during pregnancy.
Maternal Genotypes
According to the researchers, fatty acid concentrations in umbilical cord blood depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Accordingly, maternal genotypes are mainly related with omega-6 fatty acid precursors, and offspring genotypes are related with the more highly elongated fatty acids of the omega-6 series. The study also revealed that concentrations of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) of the Omega-3 series -main component of brain cell membranes- depend on maternal and offspring genotypes. Dr Lattka states that “the fetal contribution of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-6 series is more relevant than expected; fetal DHA concentrations depend on maternal and fetal metabolism”, and concludes that “the amount of DHA transmitted to the fetus through the placenta might be crucial for fetal development”.
In a previous study, this research team proved that fish intake during pregnancy is correlated with the IQ in 8-year old children. But, what causes that effect? The study revealed that fish intake is correlated with maternal blood DHA concentrations. However, it has not been clarified whether maternal DHA concentrations are directly correlated with the offspring’s IQ. The NUTRIMENTHE project –which is expected to conclude in 2013- is aimed at elucidating this question.
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Seattle Health And Ways To Locate A Clinic Who Is Taking Patients
By Erick Stevenson
Looking for a new family doctor may have a person feeling stressed. It may be difficult to find practices that are accepting new patients. Some people have to drive to other communities just to seek medical attention. When someone is searching for a medical practice, they may have requirements about the age and gender of the doctor. Seattle health information can help people find the medical care that they need. They will give out information regarding doctors who are accepting new patients.
When a family doctor is required, people can contact their local hospital for help. Hospital staff will direct people to the right department for help on the issue. There are lists available for people to take with them. These lists will feature names and contact information for physicians in the area.
People can do a search on the internet, when they require more information about a doctor and their office. The internet may have some customer reviews based on prior experience. Patients can rate a doctor based on their personality, dependability and organization. Once all of the reviews have been considered, the patient may go ahead and book an appointment.
Each doctor will have their own educational background and work history. Some people may be new to the practice, while others may be well seasoned. Patients can also find out where the person went to school and what type of training that they received. Good training coupled with experience, may be what someone is looking for. While some people may be looking for a new doctor others may want one that has been practicing for a few years.
Visiting a doctor for the first time, may have a family checking everything out in detail. They will inspect the waiting area and the front end medical staff. The people in the office should be professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The waiting room will need to be organized and clean. The first doctor visit will need to be thorough with the doctor asking lots of information about the patients. People should have a good feeling about the doctor they are visiting.
During a check up or exam, the patient may have certain expectations about their family doctor. Some people expect a thorough medical check up. That could involve having a doctor who is thorough with their questioning and tests. Some people feel more comfortable and confident with a doctor who is thorough with their work.
Someone who is searching for a doctor office may want the days and times to be long. Some people have longer work days and need their appointments to be made in the early morning or late evening. Some medical offices have hours that are flexible during the week.
Using Seattle health offices to locate a family practice, may be helpful. Patients can look for an office that is close by and features flexible days and hours. Everyone will have their own preference for gender, age and experience when it comes to the family doctor. Once a great practice is located, patients can continue to use them for their care.
When a family doctor is required, people can contact their local hospital for help. Hospital staff will direct people to the right department for help on the issue. There are lists available for people to take with them. These lists will feature names and contact information for physicians in the area.
People can do a search on the internet, when they require more information about a doctor and their office. The internet may have some customer reviews based on prior experience. Patients can rate a doctor based on their personality, dependability and organization. Once all of the reviews have been considered, the patient may go ahead and book an appointment.
Each doctor will have their own educational background and work history. Some people may be new to the practice, while others may be well seasoned. Patients can also find out where the person went to school and what type of training that they received. Good training coupled with experience, may be what someone is looking for. While some people may be looking for a new doctor others may want one that has been practicing for a few years.
Visiting a doctor for the first time, may have a family checking everything out in detail. They will inspect the waiting area and the front end medical staff. The people in the office should be professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The waiting room will need to be organized and clean. The first doctor visit will need to be thorough with the doctor asking lots of information about the patients. People should have a good feeling about the doctor they are visiting.
During a check up or exam, the patient may have certain expectations about their family doctor. Some people expect a thorough medical check up. That could involve having a doctor who is thorough with their questioning and tests. Some people feel more comfortable and confident with a doctor who is thorough with their work.
Someone who is searching for a doctor office may want the days and times to be long. Some people have longer work days and need their appointments to be made in the early morning or late evening. Some medical offices have hours that are flexible during the week.
Using Seattle health offices to locate a family practice, may be helpful. Patients can look for an office that is close by and features flexible days and hours. Everyone will have their own preference for gender, age and experience when it comes to the family doctor. Once a great practice is located, patients can continue to use them for their care.
Treat the piles with one of these superb advice!
By Susan Riddle
Almost all adults will find themselves bothered by painful hemorrhoids one or more times. Women are especially prone to developing them later in their pregnancy, or after they give birth. Constipation is a leading cause of hemorrhoids for both men and women. This article has simple, no nonsense approaches to avoiding and treating hemorrhoids.
You should totally avoid scratching your own piles. Itching is probably the most uncomfortable, aggravating symptom related to your piles. The conventional response is to scratch your itch given it allows you to feel great for the small amount of time, nevertheless it could delay the recovery process to your hemorrhoids. Stay away to scuff, and rather target methods of treatment which get gone the actual hemorrhoids entirely.
Fiber will come in various forms and can always be obtained from health supplements as appropriate. You can find powdered dietary fiber to blend in to beverages. They come for the most part pharmacies. Get this to drink a normal part of the morning to avoid hemorrhoid flare-ups.
To help relieve irregularity, try taking a fast wander just before your family intestinal motion. Going for walks releases muscle tissue and helps to acquire your bowels to maneuver. Doing this eliminates just about any straining that is not needed and can help to make hemorrhoid flare-ups a whole lot worse. Walk for approximately 10-15 units with because quick of your tempo as possible.
Many people have discovered which using tomato slices will help lessen the sized piles. Since the fruit juice of tomato plants is quite citrus, making use of a cut straight to pile bloating may restore skin Ph, which will relieve the area and reduce irritation. This process may help you retain hemroids manageable for several years, once you element in various other balanced adjustments like a greater diet with additional fiber.
Having enough normal water may be recognized to prevent hemorrhoid flare-ups and may assist active ones mend faster. Keeping the body replenished with water encourages a better gastrointestinal tract, as well as can make going number 2 simpler and fewer agonizing. Active piles could become ruined coming from tough chairs. They can additionally lead to fresh hemorrhoids to form. Drink at least 1 oz of water for each Only two lbs you think about to maintain your current bowels moving readily reducing your chances of building or difficult your hemorrhoid flare-ups.
Try using natural home remedies when you put money into hemorrhoid medications. Lots of people recommend sitz bathing to help remedy soreness, particularly if you have had a challenging colon activity. Because itchy while hemorrhoid flare-ups may be, do not the beginning these, as it may make sure they are even worse. Rather than marring your own hemroids, apply witch hazel for many years. Wizard hazel will eradicate your hemorrhoid flare-ups via scratching to get a little while. Ingest meals full of dietary fiber, along with beverage at least 64 oz of water every day. Water along with dietary fiber ensure a new smooth, very easy to complete bowel motion.
Because the earlier mentioned post has demonstrated, most of the people will have hemroids sometime in their lifetime. Several men and women repeatedly experience this concern. This specific most unpleasant condition can be relieved and often taken away completely along with suitable interest along with proper care.
You should totally avoid scratching your own piles. Itching is probably the most uncomfortable, aggravating symptom related to your piles. The conventional response is to scratch your itch given it allows you to feel great for the small amount of time, nevertheless it could delay the recovery process to your hemorrhoids. Stay away to scuff, and rather target methods of treatment which get gone the actual hemorrhoids entirely.
Fiber will come in various forms and can always be obtained from health supplements as appropriate. You can find powdered dietary fiber to blend in to beverages. They come for the most part pharmacies. Get this to drink a normal part of the morning to avoid hemorrhoid flare-ups.
To help relieve irregularity, try taking a fast wander just before your family intestinal motion. Going for walks releases muscle tissue and helps to acquire your bowels to maneuver. Doing this eliminates just about any straining that is not needed and can help to make hemorrhoid flare-ups a whole lot worse. Walk for approximately 10-15 units with because quick of your tempo as possible.
Many people have discovered which using tomato slices will help lessen the sized piles. Since the fruit juice of tomato plants is quite citrus, making use of a cut straight to pile bloating may restore skin Ph, which will relieve the area and reduce irritation. This process may help you retain hemroids manageable for several years, once you element in various other balanced adjustments like a greater diet with additional fiber.
Having enough normal water may be recognized to prevent hemorrhoid flare-ups and may assist active ones mend faster. Keeping the body replenished with water encourages a better gastrointestinal tract, as well as can make going number 2 simpler and fewer agonizing. Active piles could become ruined coming from tough chairs. They can additionally lead to fresh hemorrhoids to form. Drink at least 1 oz of water for each Only two lbs you think about to maintain your current bowels moving readily reducing your chances of building or difficult your hemorrhoid flare-ups.
Try using natural home remedies when you put money into hemorrhoid medications. Lots of people recommend sitz bathing to help remedy soreness, particularly if you have had a challenging colon activity. Because itchy while hemorrhoid flare-ups may be, do not the beginning these, as it may make sure they are even worse. Rather than marring your own hemroids, apply witch hazel for many years. Wizard hazel will eradicate your hemorrhoid flare-ups via scratching to get a little while. Ingest meals full of dietary fiber, along with beverage at least 64 oz of water every day. Water along with dietary fiber ensure a new smooth, very easy to complete bowel motion.
Because the earlier mentioned post has demonstrated, most of the people will have hemroids sometime in their lifetime. Several men and women repeatedly experience this concern. This specific most unpleasant condition can be relieved and often taken away completely along with suitable interest along with proper care.
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Why Can that Girl Smoke in This Bar?
By Kevin Sjodin
The desire for a cigarette hits you as it always does after you take a sip of your favorite cappuccino at your fave coffee bar. You put on your hat, and jacket and go outside to brave the freezing temperatures to get your fix. As you huddle behind the dumptruck sucking the sweet taste of tar and nicotine into your lungs another man walks by, gasper in hand, and enters the coffee bar. As the wind picks up again and bites your skin thru the coat like a thousand needles you are saying to yourself "how can that bloke smoke in there?"
The Ecig appears like a ciggie, smokes like a ciggie, and tastes like a ciggie, but does not contain the restrictions or negative health benefits linked with an ordinary cig. As a result the individual who walked into the cafe can suck on his electronic cigarette anywhere he pleases, while you are stuck slumped over like a bum behind a skip in subzero temperatures.
E-Cigarette have hit the US markets with surprising tenacity as the clamor for alternative devices to assist smokers in quitting tobacco continues to rise. The booming popularity of Ecigs has received a remarkable image boost as a rising number of celebs have elected to take the Ecig promise. This popularity boost sends a message to the shopper that not only are Ecigs convenient (approximately the dimensions of a pen) and better than regular cigarettes, but they are now a force to be reckoned with in the "coolness" class.
The e-cigarette, which was invented in China, has hit the United States market running as they are now being offered nationwide to all customers who hunt for a kick in quitting their smoking habit.
One of the most well liked electric cigarettes is the 510 E-Cig, which holds the capacity of approximately 250 puffs per charge and sells for about $39.99. Given the constantly rising rise in fag prices the 510 Ecig not only gives you a fitter alternative choice to cigarettes, but a cheaper alternative too. Therefore for all of you bin huddlers out there, perhaps it's time to think about joining the increasing number of customers who turned to the 510 Ecig for their non-freezing smoking wishes.
The Ecig appears like a ciggie, smokes like a ciggie, and tastes like a ciggie, but does not contain the restrictions or negative health benefits linked with an ordinary cig. As a result the individual who walked into the cafe can suck on his electronic cigarette anywhere he pleases, while you are stuck slumped over like a bum behind a skip in subzero temperatures.
E-Cigarette have hit the US markets with surprising tenacity as the clamor for alternative devices to assist smokers in quitting tobacco continues to rise. The booming popularity of Ecigs has received a remarkable image boost as a rising number of celebs have elected to take the Ecig promise. This popularity boost sends a message to the shopper that not only are Ecigs convenient (approximately the dimensions of a pen) and better than regular cigarettes, but they are now a force to be reckoned with in the "coolness" class.
The e-cigarette, which was invented in China, has hit the United States market running as they are now being offered nationwide to all customers who hunt for a kick in quitting their smoking habit.
One of the most well liked electric cigarettes is the 510 E-Cig, which holds the capacity of approximately 250 puffs per charge and sells for about $39.99. Given the constantly rising rise in fag prices the 510 Ecig not only gives you a fitter alternative choice to cigarettes, but a cheaper alternative too. Therefore for all of you bin huddlers out there, perhaps it's time to think about joining the increasing number of customers who turned to the 510 Ecig for their non-freezing smoking wishes.
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Doesn't it sounds so very much more appealing to smoke inside in winter time in New York or during the summer months in Texas and everywhere else? I'd think that it does. The electronic cigarette makes this possible for you. The better part is, nobody around you'll even smell it as the electronic cigarette puts off nearly no smell. If you're prepared to buy electronic cigarettes for yourself and your family, you will be glad you did!
Heart Health - Is It Time For Hardening Of The Arteries Medications
By Willie Anderson
The best way to clean plaque from arteries could be just a little challenging. Searching for a procedure which is secure and can guarantee lengthy lasting remedy is significantly harder. This is the reason why lives of people today with coronary heart disease are usually in danger. They don't know what to do and when to act. Correct understanding about their condition is actually a need to.
Coronary heart disease is the number one of the top 10 killer diseases for both the young and old worldwide. Atherosclerotic heart disease or atherosclerosis composes 50% of those cases. About 90% of the cases are risk-acquired and not congenital. Coronary heart disease risk factors include sedentary lifestyle, nicotine and alcohol abuse, high cholesterol diet, lack of regular exercise, family history of cardiovascular diseases, chronic stress, and weakened immune system.
The primary and the most common symptom of atherosclerosis is Angina Pectoris. It is a chest pain which is always mistaken as a heart burn. It can radiate in the shoulders particularly the left side and up to the neck and jaws.
Angina has 2 classifications: the "Stable" and "Unstable" angina. Each has its own distinct definition and meaning. Stable angina is just a normal attack or considered as a normal angina attack, while unstable angina could indicate a pending heart attack. A person experiencing an unstable angina attack needs an immediate emergency treatment to avoid situations like a cardiac arrest or a stroke.
Heart disease treatment is divided into two: The medical management and surgical management. Medical management includes nitroglycerin patches which serve a pain relief for angina, beta blockers and calcium antagonists for hypertension and other cardiovascular drugs.
Surgical management for coronary heart illness includes the procedures with invasive techniques. They are EDTA chelation, balloon or cardiac angioplasty, cardiac angiography, bypass, tents and open heart surgery. These procedures are extremely productive if carried out effectively, but might call for a good deal of funds. You can find also alternatives like supplements, oral and suppository chelation, cardiac rehabilitation and anxiety management.
Coronary heart disease is the number one of the top 10 killer diseases for both the young and old worldwide. Atherosclerotic heart disease or atherosclerosis composes 50% of those cases. About 90% of the cases are risk-acquired and not congenital. Coronary heart disease risk factors include sedentary lifestyle, nicotine and alcohol abuse, high cholesterol diet, lack of regular exercise, family history of cardiovascular diseases, chronic stress, and weakened immune system.
The primary and the most common symptom of atherosclerosis is Angina Pectoris. It is a chest pain which is always mistaken as a heart burn. It can radiate in the shoulders particularly the left side and up to the neck and jaws.
Angina has 2 classifications: the "Stable" and "Unstable" angina. Each has its own distinct definition and meaning. Stable angina is just a normal attack or considered as a normal angina attack, while unstable angina could indicate a pending heart attack. A person experiencing an unstable angina attack needs an immediate emergency treatment to avoid situations like a cardiac arrest or a stroke.
Heart disease treatment is divided into two: The medical management and surgical management. Medical management includes nitroglycerin patches which serve a pain relief for angina, beta blockers and calcium antagonists for hypertension and other cardiovascular drugs.
Surgical management for coronary heart illness includes the procedures with invasive techniques. They are EDTA chelation, balloon or cardiac angioplasty, cardiac angiography, bypass, tents and open heart surgery. These procedures are extremely productive if carried out effectively, but might call for a good deal of funds. You can find also alternatives like supplements, oral and suppository chelation, cardiac rehabilitation and anxiety management.
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Different Types Of Hair Removals
By Marta Besso
Hair laser removal is one of the many treatments that people have carried out for long term decrease in body hair. It is a somewhat pricey procedure and presently there are a few other options including expert waxing, chemical depilatories or even electrolysis. Nevertheless this process has replaced most of the alternate options because it is fairly painless with very few negative effects.
Laser Hair Removal
This process eliminates hair from your legs or the face or any other places you don't want to possess unsightly growth of hair. A spa may use this kind of hair removal with a laser type machine which sends out wave lengths of light that's very intensive and also regarded as hi-tech. This same spa can also provide Botox in many instances. Generally this will require 3-5 scheduled treatment options to remove about 80 % of the hair you would like removed. An individual receives laser hair removal for aesthetic motives. You are able to consider leg hair or other hair on other body spots to be gone for good as this procedure is actually permanent.
Together with various types of waxing to remove unwanted hair an individual might also get Botox which can be painless along with very few negative effects that are really temporary perhaps just slight bruising which usually comes from the needles used not the Botox given at the spa. There isn't any recovery time period needed. It is used to get rid of crow's feet as well. So if you go for a waxing ask about botox treatments as well. A few of the waxing kinds would be the bikini wax, an eyebrow wax and also the Brazilian wax which is carried out as a 4 step procedure. When you have an expert waxing each and every 4 weeks your hair will certainly re-grow thinner, softer and be much less unpleasant to get rid of at the following procedure.
Chemical Depilatories
As opposed to laser hair removal chemical depilatories use chemicals to actually weaken the hair permitting it to be scraped off effortlessly. The actual chemical substances may cause a response on the skin. This procedure is usually utilized on only the arms and legs and isn't suggested for facial hair elimination. It is fast and easy to use. However the effects are temporary since the hair grows back swiftly.
Professional Electrolysis
Along with your expert electrolysis procedure for hair removal you may also schedule a specialized botox for making yourself look younger and remove your own unwanted hair too. This is actually the procedure for electrical epilation which is long term removal from the human body. A metal probe approximately the same size as the hair is put into the hair follicle which does not puncture the skin whatsoever when performed correctly. The actual probe will get electricity into the spot in which the hair grows through the follicle which will destroy the ability to regenerate hairs because of the localized harm to the growth area. This isn't as popular since the introduction of laser removal.
Laser Hair Removal
This process eliminates hair from your legs or the face or any other places you don't want to possess unsightly growth of hair. A spa may use this kind of hair removal with a laser type machine which sends out wave lengths of light that's very intensive and also regarded as hi-tech. This same spa can also provide Botox in many instances. Generally this will require 3-5 scheduled treatment options to remove about 80 % of the hair you would like removed. An individual receives laser hair removal for aesthetic motives. You are able to consider leg hair or other hair on other body spots to be gone for good as this procedure is actually permanent.
Together with various types of waxing to remove unwanted hair an individual might also get Botox which can be painless along with very few negative effects that are really temporary perhaps just slight bruising which usually comes from the needles used not the Botox given at the spa. There isn't any recovery time period needed. It is used to get rid of crow's feet as well. So if you go for a waxing ask about botox treatments as well. A few of the waxing kinds would be the bikini wax, an eyebrow wax and also the Brazilian wax which is carried out as a 4 step procedure. When you have an expert waxing each and every 4 weeks your hair will certainly re-grow thinner, softer and be much less unpleasant to get rid of at the following procedure.
Chemical Depilatories
As opposed to laser hair removal chemical depilatories use chemicals to actually weaken the hair permitting it to be scraped off effortlessly. The actual chemical substances may cause a response on the skin. This procedure is usually utilized on only the arms and legs and isn't suggested for facial hair elimination. It is fast and easy to use. However the effects are temporary since the hair grows back swiftly.
Professional Electrolysis
Along with your expert electrolysis procedure for hair removal you may also schedule a specialized botox for making yourself look younger and remove your own unwanted hair too. This is actually the procedure for electrical epilation which is long term removal from the human body. A metal probe approximately the same size as the hair is put into the hair follicle which does not puncture the skin whatsoever when performed correctly. The actual probe will get electricity into the spot in which the hair grows through the follicle which will destroy the ability to regenerate hairs because of the localized harm to the growth area. This isn't as popular since the introduction of laser removal.
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A glass of milk a day could benefit your brain
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New research finds milk drinkers scored better on memory and brain function tests
Pouring at least one glass of milk each day could not only boost your intake of much-needed key nutrients, but it could also positively impact your brain and mental performance, according to a recent study in the International Dairy Journal.1 Researchers found that adults with higher intakes of milk and milk products scored significantly higher on memory and other brain function tests than those who drank little to no milk. Milk drinkers were five times less likely to "fail" the test, compared to non milk drinkers.
Researchers at the University of Maine put more than 900 men and women ages 23 to 98 through a series of brain tests – including visual-spatial, verbal and working memory tests – and tracked the milk consumption habits of the participants. In the series of eight different measures of mental performance, regardless of age and through all tests, those who drank at least one glass of milk each day had an advantage. The highest scores for all eight outcomes were observed for those with the highest intakes of milk and milk products compared to those with low and infrequent milk intakes. The benefits persisted even after controlling for other factors that can affect brain health, including cardiovascular health and other lifestyle and diet factors. In fact, milk drinkers tended to have healthier diets overall, but there was something about milk intake specifically that offered the brain health advantage, according to the researchers.
In addition to the many established health benefits of milk from bone health to cardiovascular health, the potential to stave off mental decline may represent a novel benefit with great potential to impact the aging population. While more research is needed, the scientists suggest some of milk's nutrients may have a direct effect on brain function and that "easily implemented lifestyle changes that individuals can make present an opportunity to slow or prevent neuropsychological dysfunction."
New and emerging brain health benefits are just one more reason to start each day with lowfat or fat free milk. Whether in a latte, in a smoothie, on your favorite cereal, or straight from the glass, milk at breakfast can be a key part of a healthy breakfast that help sets you up for a successful day. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend three glasses of lowfat or fat free milk daily for adults and each 8-ounce glass contains nine essential nutrients Americans need, including calcium and vitamin D.
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New research finds milk drinkers scored better on memory and brain function tests
Pouring at least one glass of milk each day could not only boost your intake of much-needed key nutrients, but it could also positively impact your brain and mental performance, according to a recent study in the International Dairy Journal.1 Researchers found that adults with higher intakes of milk and milk products scored significantly higher on memory and other brain function tests than those who drank little to no milk. Milk drinkers were five times less likely to "fail" the test, compared to non milk drinkers.
Researchers at the University of Maine put more than 900 men and women ages 23 to 98 through a series of brain tests – including visual-spatial, verbal and working memory tests – and tracked the milk consumption habits of the participants. In the series of eight different measures of mental performance, regardless of age and through all tests, those who drank at least one glass of milk each day had an advantage. The highest scores for all eight outcomes were observed for those with the highest intakes of milk and milk products compared to those with low and infrequent milk intakes. The benefits persisted even after controlling for other factors that can affect brain health, including cardiovascular health and other lifestyle and diet factors. In fact, milk drinkers tended to have healthier diets overall, but there was something about milk intake specifically that offered the brain health advantage, according to the researchers.
In addition to the many established health benefits of milk from bone health to cardiovascular health, the potential to stave off mental decline may represent a novel benefit with great potential to impact the aging population. While more research is needed, the scientists suggest some of milk's nutrients may have a direct effect on brain function and that "easily implemented lifestyle changes that individuals can make present an opportunity to slow or prevent neuropsychological dysfunction."
New and emerging brain health benefits are just one more reason to start each day with lowfat or fat free milk. Whether in a latte, in a smoothie, on your favorite cereal, or straight from the glass, milk at breakfast can be a key part of a healthy breakfast that help sets you up for a successful day. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend three glasses of lowfat or fat free milk daily for adults and each 8-ounce glass contains nine essential nutrients Americans need, including calcium and vitamin D.
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Alcohol consumption and risk of colon cancer
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A study based on more than 87,000 women and 47,000 men in the Nurses' Health Study and the Health Professionals Follow-up Study, looks at whether there is a link between colon cancer and alcohol, and if so at what level of consumption, and the importance of a family history of the disease. A total of 1,801 cases of colon cancer were diagnosed during follow-up from 1980 onwards.
The authors results found that subjects with a family history, whose average alcohol intake was 30 or more grams per day (about 2 ½ typical drinks by US standards or 4 UK units) had an increase in their risk of colon cancer. Those at greatest risk also ate the most red meat, smoked the most, and had the lowest intake of folate (suggesting they ate fewer green vegetables and cereals. Hence, these people have the most unhealthy lifestyles in general of the populations studied. There was not a significant association between alcohol consumption and colon cancer among subjects without a positive family history in this study.
Forum reviewers were concerned that the pattern of drinking (regularly or binge drinking) was not assessed, and that there was not a consistent increase in risk of cancer with greater alcohol intake found. Further, adequate folate intake was found to lower risk, with the highest risk for subjects with a positive family history of colon cancer, low levels of folate, and in the highest category of alcohol consumption, indicating the importance of other lifestyle facts such as a healthy diet.
The present study provides some support for an association between higher levels of alcohol intake and the risk of colon cancer among subjects with a positive family history of such cancer. It should be noted that there have been changes in the guidelines for screening for colon cancer (by endoscopy, with removal of pre-malignant tumours) and other preventive measures for people with a positive family history of colon cancer, making it hard to draw conclusions on data for colon cancer that is 30 years old. The new recommendation for screening frequency and age at initiation of screening are so different now. At least some of these cases would probably have been prevented if managed according to current guidelines. Such measures could modify the effects of all risk factors for colon cancer in future analyses.
A study based on more than 87,000 women and 47,000 men in the Nurses' Health Study and the Health Professionals Follow-up Study, looks at whether there is a link between colon cancer and alcohol, and if so at what level of consumption, and the importance of a family history of the disease. A total of 1,801 cases of colon cancer were diagnosed during follow-up from 1980 onwards.
The authors results found that subjects with a family history, whose average alcohol intake was 30 or more grams per day (about 2 ½ typical drinks by US standards or 4 UK units) had an increase in their risk of colon cancer. Those at greatest risk also ate the most red meat, smoked the most, and had the lowest intake of folate (suggesting they ate fewer green vegetables and cereals. Hence, these people have the most unhealthy lifestyles in general of the populations studied. There was not a significant association between alcohol consumption and colon cancer among subjects without a positive family history in this study.
Forum reviewers were concerned that the pattern of drinking (regularly or binge drinking) was not assessed, and that there was not a consistent increase in risk of cancer with greater alcohol intake found. Further, adequate folate intake was found to lower risk, with the highest risk for subjects with a positive family history of colon cancer, low levels of folate, and in the highest category of alcohol consumption, indicating the importance of other lifestyle facts such as a healthy diet.
The present study provides some support for an association between higher levels of alcohol intake and the risk of colon cancer among subjects with a positive family history of such cancer. It should be noted that there have been changes in the guidelines for screening for colon cancer (by endoscopy, with removal of pre-malignant tumours) and other preventive measures for people with a positive family history of colon cancer, making it hard to draw conclusions on data for colon cancer that is 30 years old. The new recommendation for screening frequency and age at initiation of screening are so different now. At least some of these cases would probably have been prevented if managed according to current guidelines. Such measures could modify the effects of all risk factors for colon cancer in future analyses.
Alcohol and your heart: Friend or foe?
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A meta-analysis done by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) into the relationship between alcohol consumption and heart disease provides new insight into the long-held belief that drinking a glass of red wine a day can help protect against heart disease.
"It's complicated," says Dr. Juergen Rehm, director of social and epidemiological research at CAMH. Dr. Rehm's paper, co-authored by Michael Roerecke, was recently published in the journal Addiction. "While a cardioprotective association between alcohol use and ischaemic heart disease exists, it cannot be assumed for all drinkers, even at low levels of intake," says Dr. Rehm.
Ischaemic heart disease is a common cause of illness and death in the Western world. Symptoms are angina, heart pain, and heart failure. Based on 44 studies, the analyses used 38,627 ischaemic heart disease events (including deaths) among 957,684 people.
"We see substantial variation across studies, in particular for an average consumption of one to two drinks a day," says Dr. Rehm. The protective association may vary by gender, drinking patterns, and the specific health effects of interest. Differential risk curves were found by sex, with higher risk for morbidity and mortality in women.
Moreover, for any particular individual, the relationship between alcohol consumption and ischemic heart disease should not be isolated from other disease outcomes. Even at low levels, alcohol intake can have a detrimental effect on many other disease outcomes, including on several cancers.
"Even one drink a day increases risk of breast cancer, for example," says Dr. Rehm. "However, with as little as one drink a day, the net effect on mortality is still beneficial. After this, the net risk increases with every drink."
"If someone binge drinks even once a month, any health benefits from light to moderate drinking disappear." Binge drinking is defined more than four drinks on one occasion for women, and more than five for men.
Given the complex, potentially beneficial or detrimental effects of alcohol on ischaemic heart disease in addition to the detrimental effects on other disease categories, any advice by physicians on individual drinking has to take the individual risk constellation (such as familial predisposition for certain diseases and behavior with respect to other risk factors) into consideration.
"More evidence on the overall benefit-risk ratio of average alcohol consumption in relation to ischaemic heart disease and other diseases is needed in order to inform the general public or physicians about safe or low-risk drinking levels," the study concludes. "Findings from this study support current low-risk drinking guidelines, if these recognize lower drinking limits for women."
A meta-analysis done by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) into the relationship between alcohol consumption and heart disease provides new insight into the long-held belief that drinking a glass of red wine a day can help protect against heart disease.
"It's complicated," says Dr. Juergen Rehm, director of social and epidemiological research at CAMH. Dr. Rehm's paper, co-authored by Michael Roerecke, was recently published in the journal Addiction. "While a cardioprotective association between alcohol use and ischaemic heart disease exists, it cannot be assumed for all drinkers, even at low levels of intake," says Dr. Rehm.
Ischaemic heart disease is a common cause of illness and death in the Western world. Symptoms are angina, heart pain, and heart failure. Based on 44 studies, the analyses used 38,627 ischaemic heart disease events (including deaths) among 957,684 people.
"We see substantial variation across studies, in particular for an average consumption of one to two drinks a day," says Dr. Rehm. The protective association may vary by gender, drinking patterns, and the specific health effects of interest. Differential risk curves were found by sex, with higher risk for morbidity and mortality in women.
Moreover, for any particular individual, the relationship between alcohol consumption and ischemic heart disease should not be isolated from other disease outcomes. Even at low levels, alcohol intake can have a detrimental effect on many other disease outcomes, including on several cancers.
"Even one drink a day increases risk of breast cancer, for example," says Dr. Rehm. "However, with as little as one drink a day, the net effect on mortality is still beneficial. After this, the net risk increases with every drink."
"If someone binge drinks even once a month, any health benefits from light to moderate drinking disappear." Binge drinking is defined more than four drinks on one occasion for women, and more than five for men.
Given the complex, potentially beneficial or detrimental effects of alcohol on ischaemic heart disease in addition to the detrimental effects on other disease categories, any advice by physicians on individual drinking has to take the individual risk constellation (such as familial predisposition for certain diseases and behavior with respect to other risk factors) into consideration.
"More evidence on the overall benefit-risk ratio of average alcohol consumption in relation to ischaemic heart disease and other diseases is needed in order to inform the general public or physicians about safe or low-risk drinking levels," the study concludes. "Findings from this study support current low-risk drinking guidelines, if these recognize lower drinking limits for women."
Why You Could Now Have An E Cigarette In Public Houses
By Carson Holcomb
Since the electronic cigarette is generally considered to be healthier alternative to smoking and throughout many different countries, people are often curious and want to know more about how these devices work and what most of the rage is about when regarding them. For instance, some want to know why you can use them in public places, such as pubs, which may not always be the case for actual tobacco in some locations.
Generally, people who haven't used devices like the bud tank atomizer in the past, or even know those who have, don't always understand the difference between them and tobacco products. In fact, some may even look down upon them and their use in public areas due to the frequent comparison, when they share very few things in relation in the scheme of things.
The main difference between this method and traditional smoking is that there is no actual smoke involved with this electronic device. Instead, individuals inhale vapors or a mist, which can often mimic the sensation of traditional smoking, only with fewer side effects involved, if any.
In order to enhance the sensation that one is smoking, these devices are available in various sizes for people to choose from. There are also different cartridges available that produce the mist or vapors for people inhale, many of which come in numerous flavors and scents.
Many individuals will use these for a number of reasons, but particularly when it comes down to curbing any cravings that they might have in public, such as in a pub, or in other places where smoking might be restricted or looked down upon. This is due to there being fewer, if any, health risks and involved for smokers and non-smokers alike, and because there isn't an offensive odor to turn people off. As a result, many feel more socially accepted or that they can socialize more when using them.
At times, people also notice that using these kinds of items can often reduce symptoms that are commonly associated with tobaccos smoking. As an example, many people experience reduced problems with breathing or coughing, while many others also see that their social life and sense of self-esteem improves.
Many countries and pubs tend to allow people to use this method due to various reasons, although a lot can also depend on the location. Oftentimes, much comes down to it generally being thought of as healthier for the customers within a pub, including ones who might otherwise smoke. It also doesn't smell, which makes it more appealing for everyone involved and in most cases.
People often find that there can be numerous benefits gained when they use electronic cigarettes. In fact, one way to learn more about what might appeal to you personally would be to check out forums, websites, or to try starter kits, which are available through numerous stores.
Generally, people who haven't used devices like the bud tank atomizer in the past, or even know those who have, don't always understand the difference between them and tobacco products. In fact, some may even look down upon them and their use in public areas due to the frequent comparison, when they share very few things in relation in the scheme of things.
The main difference between this method and traditional smoking is that there is no actual smoke involved with this electronic device. Instead, individuals inhale vapors or a mist, which can often mimic the sensation of traditional smoking, only with fewer side effects involved, if any.
In order to enhance the sensation that one is smoking, these devices are available in various sizes for people to choose from. There are also different cartridges available that produce the mist or vapors for people inhale, many of which come in numerous flavors and scents.
Many individuals will use these for a number of reasons, but particularly when it comes down to curbing any cravings that they might have in public, such as in a pub, or in other places where smoking might be restricted or looked down upon. This is due to there being fewer, if any, health risks and involved for smokers and non-smokers alike, and because there isn't an offensive odor to turn people off. As a result, many feel more socially accepted or that they can socialize more when using them.
At times, people also notice that using these kinds of items can often reduce symptoms that are commonly associated with tobaccos smoking. As an example, many people experience reduced problems with breathing or coughing, while many others also see that their social life and sense of self-esteem improves.
Many countries and pubs tend to allow people to use this method due to various reasons, although a lot can also depend on the location. Oftentimes, much comes down to it generally being thought of as healthier for the customers within a pub, including ones who might otherwise smoke. It also doesn't smell, which makes it more appealing for everyone involved and in most cases.
People often find that there can be numerous benefits gained when they use electronic cigarettes. In fact, one way to learn more about what might appeal to you personally would be to check out forums, websites, or to try starter kits, which are available through numerous stores.
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What You Can Do To Make improvements to Your Private Improvement
By William Reynolds
There are a lot of Americans that like to do far better inside their lives. Some people like to become better fathers or spouses, whilst others want to be a workplace hero. In the event you have an rate of interest in personal development, this write-up is a great destination to begin.
When you are angered by some thing, make time to get a breath and count as much as ten prior to you respond. Using deep breathing methods, together with imagining yourself inside a peaceful setting can truly help to curb your anger. Try out your top to remain calm and also to say only everything you intend to.
Begin contributing to an urgent situation fund. It is not fantastic to pile up debit card bills when an unexpected urgent situation pops up. This will make you even less capable of dealing with an emergency later on. By setting aside five dollars each and every week, you is going to be 1 part closer to having a modest emergency fund. These reserves may be of excellent assistance now and in the future, as the amount owed will drop, rather than build.
Spend some time to find out what areas of your life are definitely significant, and concentrate on doing your top in the places. By focusing on your positive priorities and removing your attention from negative events and circumstances which are out of your control, you can cultivate deep inner peace.
Seek out new challenges. This can generate new opportunities in your life. You will see, do and explore more things than you ever thought feasible. You might even manage to accomplish some thing previously not achieved by anybody. Try to get your own market, instead of doing what everybody else is doing.
Your body's health and wellness influences the well-simply being of your mind. Be sure to obtain a lot of work out and nourishment. Don't forget that a healthful body helps guarantee a healthy mind.
When you are developing oneself, continually maintain self-discipline. It is essential that you refine your sense of regulate over physical urges. Do not give into elements that are bad available for you including greediness or overeating. When you can successfully manage oneself, you might be around the ideal path to lead a happy and healthful life.
Becoming selfless is really a big part in individual improvement. Having the capability to help others, and personally sacrifice, are major landmarks to building your inner character. When producing sacrifices that assist others with out hurting your very well-simply being, you possibly can become that kind individual which you wanted being.
Prospective employers will probably be far more concerned as to no matter if you can do the task nicely. Nonetheless, there are actually some instances, including with financial institutions, that this might not be the situation. The degree is what is critical, and what will produce opportunity.
Steer clear of shopping to be a method to comfort your self. Replace shopping with a hobby or perhaps a sport. Shopping for comfort can rapidly become very costly, and also the bills will create to your stress.
A single interesting trait the could be worthy of developing is named "sexual capital." This doesn't indicate folks use sex explicitly to obtain what they desire it means utilizing private charm instead. Some people are unable to socialize well, but having the ability to will be extremely advantageous.
Maybe stress is attempting to keep you from feeling satisfied. Being subjected to sustained and extreme stress can have negative mental and actual physical repercussions. In an effort to realize our objectives, we should discover to calm our minds and rid our lives of unnecessary stress. Set a relaxation time each and every solitary day to be alone and clear your mind. This time will help you make improvements to your general life.
There are lots of instances where individuals are aware of something that demands improvement with their lives, but are uncertain the best way to go about doing this. This write-up will help you figure out where to get started on, but you must be determined. Any time that motivation seems being lacking, just reread the guidelines provided below to gain a little bit of perspective.
When you are angered by some thing, make time to get a breath and count as much as ten prior to you respond. Using deep breathing methods, together with imagining yourself inside a peaceful setting can truly help to curb your anger. Try out your top to remain calm and also to say only everything you intend to.
Begin contributing to an urgent situation fund. It is not fantastic to pile up debit card bills when an unexpected urgent situation pops up. This will make you even less capable of dealing with an emergency later on. By setting aside five dollars each and every week, you is going to be 1 part closer to having a modest emergency fund. These reserves may be of excellent assistance now and in the future, as the amount owed will drop, rather than build.
Spend some time to find out what areas of your life are definitely significant, and concentrate on doing your top in the places. By focusing on your positive priorities and removing your attention from negative events and circumstances which are out of your control, you can cultivate deep inner peace.
Seek out new challenges. This can generate new opportunities in your life. You will see, do and explore more things than you ever thought feasible. You might even manage to accomplish some thing previously not achieved by anybody. Try to get your own market, instead of doing what everybody else is doing.
Your body's health and wellness influences the well-simply being of your mind. Be sure to obtain a lot of work out and nourishment. Don't forget that a healthful body helps guarantee a healthy mind.
When you are developing oneself, continually maintain self-discipline. It is essential that you refine your sense of regulate over physical urges. Do not give into elements that are bad available for you including greediness or overeating. When you can successfully manage oneself, you might be around the ideal path to lead a happy and healthful life.
Becoming selfless is really a big part in individual improvement. Having the capability to help others, and personally sacrifice, are major landmarks to building your inner character. When producing sacrifices that assist others with out hurting your very well-simply being, you possibly can become that kind individual which you wanted being.
Prospective employers will probably be far more concerned as to no matter if you can do the task nicely. Nonetheless, there are actually some instances, including with financial institutions, that this might not be the situation. The degree is what is critical, and what will produce opportunity.
Steer clear of shopping to be a method to comfort your self. Replace shopping with a hobby or perhaps a sport. Shopping for comfort can rapidly become very costly, and also the bills will create to your stress.
A single interesting trait the could be worthy of developing is named "sexual capital." This doesn't indicate folks use sex explicitly to obtain what they desire it means utilizing private charm instead. Some people are unable to socialize well, but having the ability to will be extremely advantageous.
Maybe stress is attempting to keep you from feeling satisfied. Being subjected to sustained and extreme stress can have negative mental and actual physical repercussions. In an effort to realize our objectives, we should discover to calm our minds and rid our lives of unnecessary stress. Set a relaxation time each and every solitary day to be alone and clear your mind. This time will help you make improvements to your general life.
There are lots of instances where individuals are aware of something that demands improvement with their lives, but are uncertain the best way to go about doing this. This write-up will help you figure out where to get started on, but you must be determined. Any time that motivation seems being lacking, just reread the guidelines provided below to gain a little bit of perspective.
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Breast Cancer Tumor Markers
By Jill G. Peterson
Breast cancer tumor markers are substances which are found inside the body of a person suffering from breast cancer. These markers might be as a result of the cancer cells themselves or the body can generate them in response to the cancer. Most of these tumor markers are protein in nature and are discovered within the blood stream in an increased level in a patient suffering from breast cancer. These breast cancer tumor markers could be utilised in numerous techniques as it could be observed.
The initial way that these tumor markers can be utilised is screening and early detection of cancer. Screening refers to testing whether you've got cancer at a very early stage when prior to it begins to show any symptoms.
The kind of tumor marker identified in the blood method of a person can tell what form of cancer one is suffering from. Tumor markers are diverse in different types of cancer.
Breast cancer tumor makers are utilized to diagnose the cancer, they can show the extent of a cancer or whether or not there is a likelihood of you obtaining breast cancer. These tumor markers may also show the physician exactly where the cancer started. These makes breast cancer tumor markers a vital tool for the duration of breast cancer diagnosis. Breast cancer tumor markers are also utilised to show if a specific medication is going to function and this assists the physician to supply a medication that can effectively function. Additionally, they can also establish how properly the treatment prescribed is operating. If the levels of breast cancer tumor markers inside the blood decrease it truly is a clear indication that the remedy is operating but if the level of these markers increases then the remedy is not operating.
The other essential aspect of these tumor markers is the fact that they can be used to test if the cancer may have come back soon after the initial remedy. By constantly testing on the degree of tumor markers in a woman who had previously been treated from breast cancer you'll be able to tell whether the cancer has recurred even just before they show any The kind of tumor marker identified in breast cancer is CA 15-3. The degree of this breast cancer marker in a patient who has early illnesses has an high blood level of less than 10 percent and throughout the advanced stages of the cancer it truly is around 70 percent. If the therapy is operating the degree of the cancer tumor marker might boost within the 1st week as a result of the dying cancer cell.
The typical level is usually less than 30 U/Ml but you are able to nonetheless have 100 units/milliliter and still not have breast cancer. The other tumor marker which is employed to test patient with breast cancer, during and soon after therapy is CA 27.29 and functions exactly the same as CA 15-3. The distinction is that is greater in detecting each early and advanced stages of breast cancer it gives an effective result even for those with no breast cancer.
These breast cancer tumor markers have some drawbacks since every individual has a tiny quantity of them and, as a result, it becomes difficult to detect early cancers. Furthermore, some people suffering from breast cancer don't have a high degree of them.
The initial way that these tumor markers can be utilised is screening and early detection of cancer. Screening refers to testing whether you've got cancer at a very early stage when prior to it begins to show any symptoms.
The kind of tumor marker identified in the blood method of a person can tell what form of cancer one is suffering from. Tumor markers are diverse in different types of cancer.
Breast cancer tumor makers are utilized to diagnose the cancer, they can show the extent of a cancer or whether or not there is a likelihood of you obtaining breast cancer. These tumor markers may also show the physician exactly where the cancer started. These makes breast cancer tumor markers a vital tool for the duration of breast cancer diagnosis. Breast cancer tumor markers are also utilised to show if a specific medication is going to function and this assists the physician to supply a medication that can effectively function. Additionally, they can also establish how properly the treatment prescribed is operating. If the levels of breast cancer tumor markers inside the blood decrease it truly is a clear indication that the remedy is operating but if the level of these markers increases then the remedy is not operating.
The other essential aspect of these tumor markers is the fact that they can be used to test if the cancer may have come back soon after the initial remedy. By constantly testing on the degree of tumor markers in a woman who had previously been treated from breast cancer you'll be able to tell whether the cancer has recurred even just before they show any The kind of tumor marker identified in breast cancer is CA 15-3. The degree of this breast cancer marker in a patient who has early illnesses has an high blood level of less than 10 percent and throughout the advanced stages of the cancer it truly is around 70 percent. If the therapy is operating the degree of the cancer tumor marker might boost within the 1st week as a result of the dying cancer cell.
The typical level is usually less than 30 U/Ml but you are able to nonetheless have 100 units/milliliter and still not have breast cancer. The other tumor marker which is employed to test patient with breast cancer, during and soon after therapy is CA 27.29 and functions exactly the same as CA 15-3. The distinction is that is greater in detecting each early and advanced stages of breast cancer it gives an effective result even for those with no breast cancer.
These breast cancer tumor markers have some drawbacks since every individual has a tiny quantity of them and, as a result, it becomes difficult to detect early cancers. Furthermore, some people suffering from breast cancer don't have a high degree of them.
Fads In Women's Jeans
By Daniel Howe
Although women have more options regarding clothes, they still like to have a pair of jeans in their cabinets. There's nothing much to say and no way to make an emphasis with regards to the importance of jeans except to say that it is the most versatile piece of clothing a man or a woman could ever own. Everybody now has a permanent necessity for denims.
The ever youthful style of classic cuts, though it is a safe and sound option is not the last word with a modern voguish woman. The denim that surpasses the classic styles is called the Flare Jeans. The good thing about this style is its flattering effect whether your body is on the slim side or the curvier side. Slim and tall women would unquestionably look good in this style.
This style evened the rounded portion of the upper legs, so this is best for those who worries about their tummy, hip and thigh. A choice of high heels will perfectly compliment the effect. Trouser jeans are ideal when you're off to a semi-formal event. Even a casual day out with friends would not leave you overdressed in this style.
A lot of nice reviews about the wide leg trouser denims of Gap and Seven 7 Women had been received. There's a particular preference for Gary jeans for women these days and a pair would look even chic in a skinny fit. And of course, you could almost always see denim leggings each time you go out into the street. Women are so into denim leggings these days that these are now known as jigging. They are fashionable as they are hot especially on women who do not have issues with their body.
As expected, overtime you mentioned the word denims, you can't elude talking about the brands that manufactures great looking jeans. There are brands that stand out and these top brands include 7 For All Mankind, William Rast, Red Engine and True Religion. The 7 For All Mankind is currently very hot among trendy women and a favourite under this brand is the Boot Cut jean which gives out a gently distressed look. William Rast also has an almost baggy style of jeans that looks good on women who need to deal with their curves in unsightly places. There are also some certain cuts that other top companies made that are quite popular to women who always look for the latest trend.
The ever youthful style of classic cuts, though it is a safe and sound option is not the last word with a modern voguish woman. The denim that surpasses the classic styles is called the Flare Jeans. The good thing about this style is its flattering effect whether your body is on the slim side or the curvier side. Slim and tall women would unquestionably look good in this style.
This style evened the rounded portion of the upper legs, so this is best for those who worries about their tummy, hip and thigh. A choice of high heels will perfectly compliment the effect. Trouser jeans are ideal when you're off to a semi-formal event. Even a casual day out with friends would not leave you overdressed in this style.
A lot of nice reviews about the wide leg trouser denims of Gap and Seven 7 Women had been received. There's a particular preference for Gary jeans for women these days and a pair would look even chic in a skinny fit. And of course, you could almost always see denim leggings each time you go out into the street. Women are so into denim leggings these days that these are now known as jigging. They are fashionable as they are hot especially on women who do not have issues with their body.
As expected, overtime you mentioned the word denims, you can't elude talking about the brands that manufactures great looking jeans. There are brands that stand out and these top brands include 7 For All Mankind, William Rast, Red Engine and True Religion. The 7 For All Mankind is currently very hot among trendy women and a favourite under this brand is the Boot Cut jean which gives out a gently distressed look. William Rast also has an almost baggy style of jeans that looks good on women who need to deal with their curves in unsightly places. There are also some certain cuts that other top companies made that are quite popular to women who always look for the latest trend.
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5 Unusual Roles It's Possible To Get With A Nursing Degree
By Flow Smith
By the year 2014 "just 8 years off "there'll be 3.6 million new roles available in the medical profession, and the bulk of those roles "about 60% of them "will be open to those with nursing degrees of one kind or another. The clamor for registered nursing staff is highest "the Bureau of Work Stats guesses that the number of roles available for registered nurses will rise by 27% by 2014 "but there will also be increased possibilities for certified nursing helpers, licensed practical nurses, nurse practitioners, physician's helpers and those in medical technical fields like phlebotomy and pulmonology. And if you assumed that the only roles available for nurses were in hospitals and medical facilities, the Bureau of Work Stats has more news for you.
Less than 60% of registered nursing staff work in an infirmary. A nursing degree opens doors of opportunity into so many fields that it's simply one of the most flexible and useful degrees you can acquire. Not only that "a nursing degree appeals to a wide range of folk. According to the BLS, about 20% of those entering the nursing workforce are older employees starting on a second career. Most of them have been drawn to rising wages triggered by the nursing dearth , but for most of them, a nursing degree is a chance to do something that makes them feel great.
Whether you have just started your nursing career, are returning to work after a hiatus, or are changing to a job in nursing as a 2nd career, have a look at some of the openings that are open to you with a nursing degree. Pediatric Home Medical Care is one of the growing fields for those with nursing degrees. Each state in the Union now has some sort of Timely Action program that identifies kids below the age of three years with special needs. Pediatric home medicare gives you the chance to work with kids and elders and make a big difference in their lives. Elder Home Medicare is the other end of the spectrum.
The 'aging of America ' implies that more folk require a little bit of help to stay in their houses. Nursing aides, registered nurses and approved nurses can offer that little bit more that will permit a pensioner to maintain a higher standard of living and remain at home when all they need is a couple of hours of hospital treatment a day or week. Working in a Blood Donor Center is an option that makes you part of the life-saving network. There is rather more to blood donor centres than just beginning IVs. Nurses who specialize in pharesis can command high wages, and a nurse working in the blood collection field can be a valuable community organizer as well as a medical practitioner.
A Critical Care Transport nurse requires multiple nursing degrees, but it can be one of the most engaging and engaging nursing jobs available. A CCT nurse accompanies patients being transported from home or a nursing facility to another nursing facility. The nurse is answerable for maintaining continuity of care for every patient "in the back of an ambulance. It is a challenging and fun job that commands a salary comparable with the experience needed. On Site Nursing is a wide open field for medical employees with nursing degrees. You can work at an amusement park or zoo, or in the medical office at a state or countrywide park, or provide medical backup for the emergency workers at a beach or other recreational setting. If you choose to work on site at a camp or other facility, your benefits may include free tuition for your own family.
Less than 60% of registered nursing staff work in an infirmary. A nursing degree opens doors of opportunity into so many fields that it's simply one of the most flexible and useful degrees you can acquire. Not only that "a nursing degree appeals to a wide range of folk. According to the BLS, about 20% of those entering the nursing workforce are older employees starting on a second career. Most of them have been drawn to rising wages triggered by the nursing dearth , but for most of them, a nursing degree is a chance to do something that makes them feel great.
Whether you have just started your nursing career, are returning to work after a hiatus, or are changing to a job in nursing as a 2nd career, have a look at some of the openings that are open to you with a nursing degree. Pediatric Home Medical Care is one of the growing fields for those with nursing degrees. Each state in the Union now has some sort of Timely Action program that identifies kids below the age of three years with special needs. Pediatric home medicare gives you the chance to work with kids and elders and make a big difference in their lives. Elder Home Medicare is the other end of the spectrum.
The 'aging of America ' implies that more folk require a little bit of help to stay in their houses. Nursing aides, registered nurses and approved nurses can offer that little bit more that will permit a pensioner to maintain a higher standard of living and remain at home when all they need is a couple of hours of hospital treatment a day or week. Working in a Blood Donor Center is an option that makes you part of the life-saving network. There is rather more to blood donor centres than just beginning IVs. Nurses who specialize in pharesis can command high wages, and a nurse working in the blood collection field can be a valuable community organizer as well as a medical practitioner.
A Critical Care Transport nurse requires multiple nursing degrees, but it can be one of the most engaging and engaging nursing jobs available. A CCT nurse accompanies patients being transported from home or a nursing facility to another nursing facility. The nurse is answerable for maintaining continuity of care for every patient "in the back of an ambulance. It is a challenging and fun job that commands a salary comparable with the experience needed. On Site Nursing is a wide open field for medical employees with nursing degrees. You can work at an amusement park or zoo, or in the medical office at a state or countrywide park, or provide medical backup for the emergency workers at a beach or other recreational setting. If you choose to work on site at a camp or other facility, your benefits may include free tuition for your own family.
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Nutrition Mistakes
By Kevin Doherty
Becoming more knowledgeable about nutrition and factors affecting it counts as one of the most essential things that you must invest on. Of course , the way your body functions depends upon the type of nourishment you get. However , while getting proper nutrition is a standard information, still, a lot of folks don't understand how to go about it. One of the basics of Fort Lauderdale nutrition tries to disprove some nutrition mistakes.
Yes, you have read all the materials and books. You purchased all the vitamins and even followed the most up-to-date news on what food labels to go for. To a certain extent, you're feeling like you need to get an A for trying to live healthy. But before you try and push for at least the passing grades, gurus note that a lot of folks think that they are living healthy than the real deal.
It's very straightforward to get swayed or influenced by popular misapprehensions on nutrition. Not everything which has been commonly discussed corresponds to the honest truth. One of the commonest mistakes about nutrition is just assuming that you're making all of the right decisions. From the range of fruit juices, grain products and soups, folk frequently get beguiled that they are already living healthy.
If a food label says fat free, un-sugared or whole grain, it's easy to think you have made a good choice right? Nevertheless try and be more scrutinising of the food label. Grain products are not healthy unless they are multi grain and you must double check the claim of the food label with its ingredients. Just like everything else in the market, nothing is always as it appears.
Vegetable broth products may also be tough. Many people think they eating healthy when they buy vegetarian soup not realizing that processing veggies essentially takes virtually all of the nutrients away, plus there's starch to be concerned about. Be aware of these things and reevaluate your well-being plan.
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It's very straightforward to get swayed or influenced by popular misapprehensions on nutrition. Not everything which has been commonly discussed corresponds to the honest truth. One of the commonest mistakes about nutrition is just assuming that you're making all of the right decisions. From the range of fruit juices, grain products and soups, folk frequently get beguiled that they are already living healthy.
If a food label says fat free, un-sugared or whole grain, it's easy to think you have made a good choice right? Nevertheless try and be more scrutinising of the food label. Grain products are not healthy unless they are multi grain and you must double check the claim of the food label with its ingredients. Just like everything else in the market, nothing is always as it appears.
Vegetable broth products may also be tough. Many people think they eating healthy when they buy vegetarian soup not realizing that processing veggies essentially takes virtually all of the nutrients away, plus there's starch to be concerned about. Be aware of these things and reevaluate your well-being plan.
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Advantages regarding Holistic Dentistry and Natural Supplementation
By Claire Geonzon
Today, there is an rising demand for safety. Folks want foods which might be safely produced, safely stored and safely cooked. Folks want houses that are safe from burglars and violence. Folks want workplaces that are safe from environmental hazards. Men and women want a globe which is secure from toxic substances that result in significant damage to one's well being. In fact, even the field of dentistry gave way to all-natural treatment strategies that is certainly safe for the physique and the environment. As an example, people buy Folirinse as a supplement for oral well being. The top portion is that there are plenty of biological dentistry directories that will help you with all your safe dentistry requirements.
Holistic dentists are identified for their treatment approaches wherein they look after the general wellness of a patient instead of focusing on the dental troubles alone. Their views about dental health go by keeping the whole body healthy to make sure that the teeth and gums are healthy at the same time. They believe that if the body is healthy, the teeth will be much more most likely healthy and vice-versa. Holistic dentists use remedy strategies that do not consist of fluoride and mercury. Instead, they utilize option remedy like Folic acid supplements homeopathy, aromatherapy, hypnosis and acupuncture which have no recognized side effects and are all-natural.
Although holistic dentistry has lost its spark over the past handful of years, it has re-emerged and also surpassed the popularity of classic dentistry. Reverting from classic dentistry to holistic dentistry is simple. You can use a biological dentistry directory that lists readily available holistic dental clinics close to your location to choose the right dentist. A biological dentistry directory gives you the capacity to decide on holistic dentists which are close for your residence.
You're also in a position to select the dentist which you are comfortable with and take pleasure in the benefits that holistic dentistry can offer you. You are able to also use it to help you recommend holistic dentists to your buddies and household. That way, you are able to aid men and women acquire dental treatment approaches that don't make use of fluoride, mercury and other damaging substances.
You can find a great deal of resources that offer a biological dentistry directory. It is possible to check the yellow pages of the phone book for a holistic dental clinic near you. Nonetheless, the best source is usually to have a look at the web. Generally, they supply a wide array of biological dentistry directory where it is possible to limit your search towards the certain location of one's selection. The essential component in choosing a holistic dentist is usually to figure out those that can give high-quality services for a reasonable cost. To boost the positive aspects that holistic dentistry can supply you, it is excellent to combine it with intake of folic acid supplements.
Holistic dentists are identified for their treatment approaches wherein they look after the general wellness of a patient instead of focusing on the dental troubles alone. Their views about dental health go by keeping the whole body healthy to make sure that the teeth and gums are healthy at the same time. They believe that if the body is healthy, the teeth will be much more most likely healthy and vice-versa. Holistic dentists use remedy strategies that do not consist of fluoride and mercury. Instead, they utilize option remedy like Folic acid supplements homeopathy, aromatherapy, hypnosis and acupuncture which have no recognized side effects and are all-natural.
Although holistic dentistry has lost its spark over the past handful of years, it has re-emerged and also surpassed the popularity of classic dentistry. Reverting from classic dentistry to holistic dentistry is simple. You can use a biological dentistry directory that lists readily available holistic dental clinics close to your location to choose the right dentist. A biological dentistry directory gives you the capacity to decide on holistic dentists which are close for your residence.
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The easy way to Lose Your "Mummy Tummy" in 2 Months or Less!
By David Michael
After childbirth, many ladies are plagued with the dreaded mommy stomach which can endure well after the kids are out of nappies. To tackle that spare tire and dispose of it in 2 months or less, some ladies focus completely on a regimen of abdominal exercises. While ab workouts are certainly helpful, finally you will need to blend them with a good diet and cardio exercise. Here is how to accomplish your objective of a six-pack stomach in just 8 weeks.
Diet: First, girls need to take control of their diets in order to dump their mummy belly. Women who would like to get rid of some weight all over should make efforts to count their calorie consumption everyday using an internet calculator to figure out an appropriate amount for their weight, height, age and activity level. Likewise, it is vital to avoid specific foodstuffs which could cause swelling, especially sodium. Avoid processed foods which contain raised levels of sodium and instead target full, healthy unprocessed ingredients and plenty of water.
Tummy Exercises: With so many abdominal exercises publicized in mags and websites, it could be a challenge to cut down your options and find one that works best for you. Begin with straightforward crunches, performed every alternative day. Do as much as possible with proper form very slowly, feeling the muscles contract with each movement. As the 2 months advances, continuously add in extra exercises like leg lifts and bicycle crunches, all while raising the repetitions of each exercise at the same time.
Cardiovascular Exercise: Even the best belly exercises performed daily will not show a six-pack stomach without reducing the general body fat. Cardiovascular exercising is often the best way to do this. Stick with whatever exercises you like best, whether that's dancing, jogging, cycling or group fitness classes at your local fitness centre.
By incorporating cardiovascular exercise, tummy exercises and a good diet, it is possible for any women to reduce or absolutely eliminate their mother tummy in 2 months or less.
Diet: First, girls need to take control of their diets in order to dump their mummy belly. Women who would like to get rid of some weight all over should make efforts to count their calorie consumption everyday using an internet calculator to figure out an appropriate amount for their weight, height, age and activity level. Likewise, it is vital to avoid specific foodstuffs which could cause swelling, especially sodium. Avoid processed foods which contain raised levels of sodium and instead target full, healthy unprocessed ingredients and plenty of water.
Tummy Exercises: With so many abdominal exercises publicized in mags and websites, it could be a challenge to cut down your options and find one that works best for you. Begin with straightforward crunches, performed every alternative day. Do as much as possible with proper form very slowly, feeling the muscles contract with each movement. As the 2 months advances, continuously add in extra exercises like leg lifts and bicycle crunches, all while raising the repetitions of each exercise at the same time.
Cardiovascular Exercise: Even the best belly exercises performed daily will not show a six-pack stomach without reducing the general body fat. Cardiovascular exercising is often the best way to do this. Stick with whatever exercises you like best, whether that's dancing, jogging, cycling or group fitness classes at your local fitness centre.
By incorporating cardiovascular exercise, tummy exercises and a good diet, it is possible for any women to reduce or absolutely eliminate their mother tummy in 2 months or less.
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David Michael, owner of www.doorpullupbar.co.uk.Our corporations mission is to help everyday people get that little bit more healthy and for these people to start feeling A1 about themselves again. Regular tummy exercises, a comprehensive diet and continually exercising your heart is key to feeling better about yourself.
Colon Detoxification Diet program Guidelines - Thoroughly clean Your Colon By natural means
By Jill Duncan
There are a variety of ideas that are proponents of the technique of colon cleansing. One such concept is dependent upon autointoxication and the accompanying issues. This form of gathering toxic substances in our bodies involves mucus gathering in the intestines due to waste food. Steak such as mutton and lamb happen to be among the types of food generally located in the human bowel. And it is damaging to have toxins hovering in around the entire body. These substances reduce the strength levels of individuals by a large amount.
As a result, you will start getting fatigued effortlessly. The toxic agents stored in the intestines could make you feel susceptible to exhaustion indicators. Lack of cleaning the colon will likely cause probable headache if you suffer from from bowel obstruction. This occurs because the entire body no longer gets to allocate the right blood volume for your brain. Furthermore, a portion of the unfavorable materials get assimilated into the body, which often results in unwanted gain of weight.
Cancer happens to be one of the largest killers in the planet. Together with pneumonia, cardiac difficulties, blood pressure and sugar, cancer is regarded as one of the diseases that people cannot resist too much. And bowel malignancy unfortunately is one of the dominant forms of malignancy. A person suffering from bowel cancer will go through an unbearable phase of agony and helplessness till dying sees them. Demise attributable to cancer are between the most agonizing ones. Unless diagnosed in an early stage, bowel malignancy can be rarely cured.
So it is essential that you protect your bowel with your level best abilities to save it from being infected with malignancy. Colon detoxification can help enhance the health of the intestinal tract by a significant amount. The majority of the solid waste gathering within the intestines will get eliminated. Since the bowel can run with lesser interruption, its health will enhance. Many individuals believe that storing poisonous waste within the colon for long term periods makes men and women vulnerable to cancer. Colon detoxification may help in such circumstances.
Colon detoxification is not a current practice at all. It has remained a long practice between a lot of areas in the society. One might be blown away to master that records and facts recommend the practice of cleaning the colon to have existed during the time of the old Greek society. This had carried over to the Roman age. And then it had also been distributed across around the earth in a period of time. In the current age, colon cleansing became a practice around a hundred years back, and penetrated the entire nation over the next 10 years.
This was followed by a flat time when the method of cleansing the colon was again pretty much dumped of technique. Also, in recent times, natural colon cleanse in addition to appropriate diets started winning back grip. A wide variety of natural components which includes herbs, enzyme and tea have come about as proven colon cleanse tactics. Thus, the background of colon detoxification is really useful and deep.
As a result, you will start getting fatigued effortlessly. The toxic agents stored in the intestines could make you feel susceptible to exhaustion indicators. Lack of cleaning the colon will likely cause probable headache if you suffer from from bowel obstruction. This occurs because the entire body no longer gets to allocate the right blood volume for your brain. Furthermore, a portion of the unfavorable materials get assimilated into the body, which often results in unwanted gain of weight.
Cancer happens to be one of the largest killers in the planet. Together with pneumonia, cardiac difficulties, blood pressure and sugar, cancer is regarded as one of the diseases that people cannot resist too much. And bowel malignancy unfortunately is one of the dominant forms of malignancy. A person suffering from bowel cancer will go through an unbearable phase of agony and helplessness till dying sees them. Demise attributable to cancer are between the most agonizing ones. Unless diagnosed in an early stage, bowel malignancy can be rarely cured.
So it is essential that you protect your bowel with your level best abilities to save it from being infected with malignancy. Colon detoxification can help enhance the health of the intestinal tract by a significant amount. The majority of the solid waste gathering within the intestines will get eliminated. Since the bowel can run with lesser interruption, its health will enhance. Many individuals believe that storing poisonous waste within the colon for long term periods makes men and women vulnerable to cancer. Colon detoxification may help in such circumstances.
Colon detoxification is not a current practice at all. It has remained a long practice between a lot of areas in the society. One might be blown away to master that records and facts recommend the practice of cleaning the colon to have existed during the time of the old Greek society. This had carried over to the Roman age. And then it had also been distributed across around the earth in a period of time. In the current age, colon cleansing became a practice around a hundred years back, and penetrated the entire nation over the next 10 years.
This was followed by a flat time when the method of cleansing the colon was again pretty much dumped of technique. Also, in recent times, natural colon cleanse in addition to appropriate diets started winning back grip. A wide variety of natural components which includes herbs, enzyme and tea have come about as proven colon cleanse tactics. Thus, the background of colon detoxification is really useful and deep.
Information about Hypoallergenic makeup
By Jody North
Should you suffer from allergy symptoms you should stay clear of any stimulus that causes your allergy symptoms. Those who are allergic to different foods need to make sure that they identify the foods and eliminate it from their eating habits. A similar thing goes with make-up allergies. It is crucial to look for hypo-allergenic makeup brands that do not have the substance that you are allergic too.
Anybody that is thinking about getting allergy relief has to be aware of chemical that they're allergic too. You could be aware that you are allergic to a specific product, however, you have no idea what chemical within the product you're allergic too. Actually talking to your physician in regards to the certain item can frequently give you information about ways to get testing to find out just what allergy you have.
Knowing the chemical that you've allergies to, you will need to make certain you steer clear of products that contain these kinds of substances. This is where knowing the best way to read labels is important. Once you know the chemical you are allergic to, you then can steer clear of products that contain those ingrediants.
There are numerous hypoallergenic makeup manufacturers that offer a variety of different things that are supposed to be allergy free. The key part regarding choosing the right cosmetics is always to avoid purchasing items that will cause your reactions to occur. There are a variety of different goods that can be purchased.
Because there is not regulation among different hypo-allergenic makeup brands, it is important for you to find something that can work for you. Look at different manufacturers who have a strong reputation when you are searching for something to purchase. This can make sure you get the allergy relief you need.
Anybody that is thinking about getting allergy relief has to be aware of chemical that they're allergic too. You could be aware that you are allergic to a specific product, however, you have no idea what chemical within the product you're allergic too. Actually talking to your physician in regards to the certain item can frequently give you information about ways to get testing to find out just what allergy you have.
Knowing the chemical that you've allergies to, you will need to make certain you steer clear of products that contain these kinds of substances. This is where knowing the best way to read labels is important. Once you know the chemical you are allergic to, you then can steer clear of products that contain those ingrediants.
There are numerous hypoallergenic makeup manufacturers that offer a variety of different things that are supposed to be allergy free. The key part regarding choosing the right cosmetics is always to avoid purchasing items that will cause your reactions to occur. There are a variety of different goods that can be purchased.
Because there is not regulation among different hypo-allergenic makeup brands, it is important for you to find something that can work for you. Look at different manufacturers who have a strong reputation when you are searching for something to purchase. This can make sure you get the allergy relief you need.
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Myths on Depression
By Kevin Doherty
Depression has for a while been a condition plaguing folks. Just like how stress is a standard part of life, feeling forsaken or doleful is a natural occurrence in an individual's life. At one time or another, everyone's bound to feel annoyed with the things occuring around them. However , depression on a normal scale should go and shouldn't cause other symptoms.
When depression leads to other sorts of issues, then it's already categorized as a disorder. Nevertheless, in spite of it being a problematical condition (to a few extents), it's also necessary to debunk 1 or 2 myths here and there about it. After all , the key to addressing any type of condition is through correct data.
One primary misconception about depression is it is a type of weakness than a health complication or illness. Depression is a clinical type of condition which also has genetic basis. This indicates that it is something that somebody can be subject to without selecting to. It is already in a person's genetic makeup whether or not they are at the mercy of depression. And there are life stresses here and there. Depression comes naturally and biologically.
Another parable about depression, especially clinical depression, is that when a person attempts to will it away hard enough it will go away just like that. No, almost all of the time the person wants expert help and other individuals to help him or her get thru the condition. Coping with depression is a collective effort. It's not possible to go thru it alone. Folk are the best type of treatment to those with depression.
Ultimately, as stressed, ignoring depression will not take you anywhere. It is something that should be professionally addressed. Everybody can get influenced with depression and addressing it professionally is the basic tenet of Fort Lauderdale depression. Asking or looking for for help is not such a terrible thing to do.
When depression leads to other sorts of issues, then it's already categorized as a disorder. Nevertheless, in spite of it being a problematical condition (to a few extents), it's also necessary to debunk 1 or 2 myths here and there about it. After all , the key to addressing any type of condition is through correct data.
One primary misconception about depression is it is a type of weakness than a health complication or illness. Depression is a clinical type of condition which also has genetic basis. This indicates that it is something that somebody can be subject to without selecting to. It is already in a person's genetic makeup whether or not they are at the mercy of depression. And there are life stresses here and there. Depression comes naturally and biologically.
Another parable about depression, especially clinical depression, is that when a person attempts to will it away hard enough it will go away just like that. No, almost all of the time the person wants expert help and other individuals to help him or her get thru the condition. Coping with depression is a collective effort. It's not possible to go thru it alone. Folk are the best type of treatment to those with depression.
Ultimately, as stressed, ignoring depression will not take you anywhere. It is something that should be professionally addressed. Everybody can get influenced with depression and addressing it professionally is the basic tenet of Fort Lauderdale depression. Asking or looking for for help is not such a terrible thing to do.
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Type 2 Diabetes Statistics: - Defintely a Cause For Alarm
By Claire Smyth
According to the result of type 2 diabetes statistics from different health organizations not only in the country but in the entire world too , like the National Diabetes Association, CDC, and even the WHO; has proved that this lifestyle related condition has replaced contagious diseases in being the leading cause of mortality and morbidity.
Apart from that, diabetes mellitus especially, DM Type 2, ranked at number 7 in the top factors behind death in the U. S. directly. But in terms of indirect effects to the body, type 2 diabetes statistics have shown this condition is the commonest reason for heart health issues like coronaries and blood vessel damages.
Additionally neurological deficits like strokes, and even known as the main cause of permanent incapacity among folks because of kidney failure, amputations of the lower limbs due to non-traumatic causes, blindness and even those with gestational diabetes experience issues upon delivery.
The most recent type 2 diabetes statistics also show that currently in the US alone, there 25.8 million people including kids and grownups who are suffering from this condition. This accounts for approximately 8.3% of the American population who are and should be suffering from the long term consequences mentioned above, and this will definitely impact the productivity and economic development of the nation.
The type 2 diabetes statistics further show that only 73% or 18.8 million Northern Americans are diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2, about 3% of pregnant women are also diagnosed as having gestational diabetes, while the remainder of the 7 million remain not diagnosed by physicians.
This is worrying since the 7 million wouldn't receive appropriate health information and treatment until they are suffering the harsh complications of diabetes. Furthermore, there are 79 million other American citizens who are inclined to developing diabetes, and worse, it is determined that about 1,000,000 Americans will shortly become new cases of this condition.
The reported stats doesn't only show individual inclusion of having the disorder, but it also shows how much the country is spending on folks afflicted with such condition. In 2007 alone, the government has used $ 174 billion on people diagnosed as having diabetes, and $ 116 billion of this is from direct medical bills.
The type 2 diabetes statistics does not only show the size of diabetes, but also calls for a requirement to help each other and change our lifestyles to fight this condition.
Apart from that, diabetes mellitus especially, DM Type 2, ranked at number 7 in the top factors behind death in the U. S. directly. But in terms of indirect effects to the body, type 2 diabetes statistics have shown this condition is the commonest reason for heart health issues like coronaries and blood vessel damages.
Additionally neurological deficits like strokes, and even known as the main cause of permanent incapacity among folks because of kidney failure, amputations of the lower limbs due to non-traumatic causes, blindness and even those with gestational diabetes experience issues upon delivery.
The most recent type 2 diabetes statistics also show that currently in the US alone, there 25.8 million people including kids and grownups who are suffering from this condition. This accounts for approximately 8.3% of the American population who are and should be suffering from the long term consequences mentioned above, and this will definitely impact the productivity and economic development of the nation.
The type 2 diabetes statistics further show that only 73% or 18.8 million Northern Americans are diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2, about 3% of pregnant women are also diagnosed as having gestational diabetes, while the remainder of the 7 million remain not diagnosed by physicians.
This is worrying since the 7 million wouldn't receive appropriate health information and treatment until they are suffering the harsh complications of diabetes. Furthermore, there are 79 million other American citizens who are inclined to developing diabetes, and worse, it is determined that about 1,000,000 Americans will shortly become new cases of this condition.
The reported stats doesn't only show individual inclusion of having the disorder, but it also shows how much the country is spending on folks afflicted with such condition. In 2007 alone, the government has used $ 174 billion on people diagnosed as having diabetes, and $ 116 billion of this is from direct medical bills.
The type 2 diabetes statistics does not only show the size of diabetes, but also calls for a requirement to help each other and change our lifestyles to fight this condition.
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Claire Smyth is a writer in the health field. Go Now and and check out her gestational diabetes health site. Discover the symptomsof gestational diabetes and the complications you should be aware of.
These Benefits of Physical Activity and Exercise Make for a Healthy Life
By Dr Graeme Teague
Everyone knows there is a lot of information regarding the benefits of regular activity and exercise. Where has the motivation to exercise gone, are you all so busy that we can't take time to exercise and live properly? The choice is yours and you have to live with it.This article is about the discovery of three great benefits available with physical exercise.
When you experience anything that causes stress, your body releases stress hormones that prepares your body to react. You must find a way to manage that stress before it has the opportunity to exact a painful toll on your health. Many people have discovered that getting an adequate amount of exercise is a great way to handle stress. If you have a regular fitness program, then your activities will work to decrease the amount of stress hormones released throughout your day. Once you do this, you'll experience real relief as your body isn't constantly working to get rid of stress. You can improve your self esteem with regular workouts. There are no words to describe the feeling of pride and accomplishment you'll feel as the weight that has been holding you back comes off. This will make you feel much better about yourself and your self esteem will improve as a result. You might also discover that this new confidence and sense of self worth will have a positive impact on other areas of your life as well.
If you have any problems with anxiety or depression, this can be a natural way to treat these problems. It's not uncommon for people who start an exercise program to start feeling progressively better, emotionally as well as physically as they work out regularly. Walking can also help you experience such feelings of well being.
With all the research currently available and more coming out all the time saying that exercising and fitness programs will help to prevent age related health problems and diseases.Diseases can be prevented or in many cases significantly delayed. Obviously, the repercussions on one's quality of life well into later years is massive. Just a few examples of what we're talking about are diseases and problems related to memory, senility, loss of bone mass, as well as joint problems. We know, without a doubt, that it is possible for men and women to enjoy many benefits from exercise for their health and well being, no matter how old or young they may be. Even if you have a few extra birthdays under your belt there's no reason you can't make small steps for improvement. Before you begin, have a long and open talk with your doctor. The only thing that matters once you get started is that you keep going. Start slow and increase the challenge of your program over time. Once you begin to see positive results and feel them, then you will like it and be able to motivate yourself to keep going.Are you ready for this kind of quality of life?
So you see, although you just read about three or so excellent benefits to regular physical activity and exercise, there are tons more. The benefits you gain from this can be considered holistic, as they extend to all areas of your health. It also produces noticeable changes for the better in your moods and emotional states. When you feel better and are in a better mood, consistently, then people will naturally react toward you in a more positive manner.
When you experience anything that causes stress, your body releases stress hormones that prepares your body to react. You must find a way to manage that stress before it has the opportunity to exact a painful toll on your health. Many people have discovered that getting an adequate amount of exercise is a great way to handle stress. If you have a regular fitness program, then your activities will work to decrease the amount of stress hormones released throughout your day. Once you do this, you'll experience real relief as your body isn't constantly working to get rid of stress. You can improve your self esteem with regular workouts. There are no words to describe the feeling of pride and accomplishment you'll feel as the weight that has been holding you back comes off. This will make you feel much better about yourself and your self esteem will improve as a result. You might also discover that this new confidence and sense of self worth will have a positive impact on other areas of your life as well.
If you have any problems with anxiety or depression, this can be a natural way to treat these problems. It's not uncommon for people who start an exercise program to start feeling progressively better, emotionally as well as physically as they work out regularly. Walking can also help you experience such feelings of well being.
With all the research currently available and more coming out all the time saying that exercising and fitness programs will help to prevent age related health problems and diseases.Diseases can be prevented or in many cases significantly delayed. Obviously, the repercussions on one's quality of life well into later years is massive. Just a few examples of what we're talking about are diseases and problems related to memory, senility, loss of bone mass, as well as joint problems. We know, without a doubt, that it is possible for men and women to enjoy many benefits from exercise for their health and well being, no matter how old or young they may be. Even if you have a few extra birthdays under your belt there's no reason you can't make small steps for improvement. Before you begin, have a long and open talk with your doctor. The only thing that matters once you get started is that you keep going. Start slow and increase the challenge of your program over time. Once you begin to see positive results and feel them, then you will like it and be able to motivate yourself to keep going.Are you ready for this kind of quality of life?
So you see, although you just read about three or so excellent benefits to regular physical activity and exercise, there are tons more. The benefits you gain from this can be considered holistic, as they extend to all areas of your health. It also produces noticeable changes for the better in your moods and emotional states. When you feel better and are in a better mood, consistently, then people will naturally react toward you in a more positive manner.
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Special Characteristics of 3m Littman Stethoscope
By Anthony Grand
If a healthcare practitioner is picking out 3m Littman stethoscope that he'll be working with in his clinic, there are lots of functions that he ought to make sure which the stethoscope possesses. These options will help in generating his perform a lot easier by getting the correct benefits. When a professional medical practitioner will get the exact final results, he'll manage to give proper diagnosis and be capable of save a lifestyle.
Among the special characteristics that 3m Littman stethoscope has is its power to choose up difficult to listen to seems. Whenever a medical practitioner is applying this sort of stethoscope, he's assured that he'll have the capacity to listen to even the faintest audio that will assistance him in offering accurate analysis.
Another unique feature that this stethoscope has is a noise reduction gadget. For a medical practitioner whose clinic is located in a noisy environment, it can be difficult for him to listen to the sound of internal organ of his patient. When using 3m Littman stethoscope, one does not have to worry about the outside noise as it will be reduced.
This sounds decrease gadget can cut down the outdoors sounds up to 85% rendering it doable to get a health-related practitioner to be able to listen to the sound of his affected person even though he is in a noisy setting. One more function that 3m Littman stethoscope has is its capability to manage to record the sound from the physique on the recording unit. This document gadget can be hooked up just like a laptop computer or an mp3 participant that may allow the healthcare practitioner to hear the audio afterwards and have the capacity to give correct analysis.
Other one of a kind function about this variety of stethoscope is usually that it's a large side of diaphragm which can be employed on older people along with a tiny aspect of diaphragm which can be used in youngsters and skinny patients making it an ideal device to be used by every single professional medical practitioner. When seeking 3m Littman stethoscope, constantly ensure that you are utilizing the top good quality of a stethoscope because it is the one particular that will offer wonderful benefits.
Among the special characteristics that 3m Littman stethoscope has is its power to choose up difficult to listen to seems. Whenever a medical practitioner is applying this sort of stethoscope, he's assured that he'll have the capacity to listen to even the faintest audio that will assistance him in offering accurate analysis.
Another unique feature that this stethoscope has is a noise reduction gadget. For a medical practitioner whose clinic is located in a noisy environment, it can be difficult for him to listen to the sound of internal organ of his patient. When using 3m Littman stethoscope, one does not have to worry about the outside noise as it will be reduced.
This sounds decrease gadget can cut down the outdoors sounds up to 85% rendering it doable to get a health-related practitioner to be able to listen to the sound of his affected person even though he is in a noisy setting. One more function that 3m Littman stethoscope has is its capability to manage to record the sound from the physique on the recording unit. This document gadget can be hooked up just like a laptop computer or an mp3 participant that may allow the healthcare practitioner to hear the audio afterwards and have the capacity to give correct analysis.
Other one of a kind function about this variety of stethoscope is usually that it's a large side of diaphragm which can be employed on older people along with a tiny aspect of diaphragm which can be used in youngsters and skinny patients making it an ideal device to be used by every single professional medical practitioner. When seeking 3m Littman stethoscope, constantly ensure that you are utilizing the top good quality of a stethoscope because it is the one particular that will offer wonderful benefits.
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Grape seed extract kills head and neck cancer cells, leaves healthy cells unharmed
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Nearly 12,000 people will die of head and neck cancer in the United States this year and worldwide cases will exceed half a million.
A study published this week in the journal Carcinogenesis shows that in both cell lines and mouse models, grape seed extract (GSE) kills head and neck squamous cell carcinoma cells, while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
“It’s a rather dramatic effect,” says Rajesh Agarwal, PhD, investigator at the University of Colorado Cancer Center and professor at the Skaggs School of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Note: Here's more from Wkipedia:
and from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Specifically, the paper shows that grape seed extract both damages cancer cells’ DNA (via increased reactive oxygen species) and stops the pathways that allow repair (as seen by decreased levels of the DNA repair molecules Brca1 and Rad51 and DNA repair foci).
“Yet we saw absolutely no toxicity to the mice, themselves,” Agarwal says.
Again, the grape seed extract killed the cancer cells but not the healthy cells.
“I think the whole point is that cancer cells have a lot of defective pathways and they are very vulnerable if you target those pathways. The same is not true of healthy cells,” Agarwal says.
The Agarwal Lab hopes to move in the direction of clinical trials of grape seed extract, potentially as an addition to second-line therapies that target head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that has failed a first treatment.
Nearly 12,000 people will die of head and neck cancer in the United States this year and worldwide cases will exceed half a million.
A study published this week in the journal Carcinogenesis shows that in both cell lines and mouse models, grape seed extract (GSE) kills head and neck squamous cell carcinoma cells, while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
“It’s a rather dramatic effect,” says Rajesh Agarwal, PhD, investigator at the University of Colorado Cancer Center and professor at the Skaggs School of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Note: Here's more from Wkipedia:
Human case reports and results from laboratory and animal studies provide preliminary evidence that grape seed extract may affect heart diseases such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.[1] By limiting lipid oxidation, phenolics in grape seeds may reduce risk of heart disease, such as by inhibiting platelet aggregation and reducing inflammation.[2] While such studies are promising, more research including long-term studies in humans is needed to confirm initial findings.
A polyphenol contained in grape seeds is resveratrol, which may interfere with cancer cell growth and proliferation, as well as induce apoptosis, among other potential chemopreventive effects.[3][4]
Preliminary research shows that grape seed extract may have other possible anti-disease properties, such as in laboratory models of
• wound healing —- grape seed proanthocyanidins induced vascular endothelial growth factor and accelerated healing of injured skin in mice[5]
• tooth decay -- seed phenolics may inhibit oral sugar metabolism and retard growth of certain bacteria that cause dental caries[6]
• osteoporosis -- grape seed extracts enhanced bone density and strength in experimental animals[7]
• skin cancer -- grape seed proanthocyanidins decreased tumor numbers and reduced the malignancy of papillomas[8]
• ultraviolet damage to skin -— dietary proanthocyanidins may protect against carcinogenesis and provide supplementation for sunscreen protection[9]
• anti-viral[10][11]
and from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
• Studies have found that some compounds of grape seed extract may be effective in relieving symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (when veins have problems sending blood from the legs back to the heart) and reducing edema (swelling) after an injury or surgery.
• Small randomized trials have found beneficial effects of grape seed extract for diabetic retinopathy (an eye problem caused by diabetes) and for vascular fragility (weakness in small blood vessels). Larger trials are needed to confirm these findings.
• Grape seed extract contains antioxidants, which help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals (highly reactive molecules that can damage cell function). Preliminary studies have shown some beneficial antioxidant effects; however, more research is needed.
• A study funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) found that grape seed extract did not reduce the hardening of breast tissue that can occur after radiation therapy for breast cancer.
• NCI is also funding studies to evaluate whether grape seed extract is effective in preventing breast cancer in postmenopausal women and prostate cancer.
• NCCAM is studying whether the action of grape seed extract and its components may benefit the heart or help prevent cognitive decline, Alzheimer's disease, and other brain disorders. Another study is investigating the effects of grape seed extract on colon cancer.
Specifically, the paper shows that grape seed extract both damages cancer cells’ DNA (via increased reactive oxygen species) and stops the pathways that allow repair (as seen by decreased levels of the DNA repair molecules Brca1 and Rad51 and DNA repair foci).
“Yet we saw absolutely no toxicity to the mice, themselves,” Agarwal says.
Again, the grape seed extract killed the cancer cells but not the healthy cells.
“I think the whole point is that cancer cells have a lot of defective pathways and they are very vulnerable if you target those pathways. The same is not true of healthy cells,” Agarwal says.
The Agarwal Lab hopes to move in the direction of clinical trials of grape seed extract, potentially as an addition to second-line therapies that target head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that has failed a first treatment.
Jon's Health Tips - Latest Health Research
I will certainly stop eating protein before major surgery in the future - but just not into total diet restriction:
Protein-free diet good for you?
I really, really don't know what to do about Vitamin D
Vitamin D could help combat the effects of aging in eyes
Vitamin D statement- European Menopause and Andropause Society
Low vitamin D levels linked to depression,
But:
When It Comes to Heart Health, How Much Is Too Much Vitamin D?
Well this is good news: (McDonalds fish sandwich is fried in a combination of sunflower and canola oil. Read more:) Wendy's fired items, on the other hand are cooked in soy, corn, cottonseed, and hydrogenated soy oil. Read more
No cardiac risk with food fried in olive, sunflower oil
I've been good about eating a bit of dark chocolate every day (2 squares):
Cocoa could prevent intestinal pathologies such as colon cancer
I've been pretty good on fruits and vegetables, including olive oil and a limited amount of orange juice every day:
Plant Flavonoid Luteolin Blocks Cell Signaling Pathways in Colon Cancer Cells
I do get a lot of fiber in my diet - that's good, right?
Increase Dietary Fiber, Decrease Disease
But:
Diets high in fiber MAY CAUSE, not protect against, diverticulosis
I don't think I'm ready for virtual reality exercise yet, but if I did it I'd be more likely to be open to it:
Virtual reality-enhanced exercise = +cognitive benefit for older adults
Enhancing cognition in older adults also changes personality
Other things I do, or eat that are good:
Grapes may help prevent age-related blindness
Alcohol & polyphenols in red wine both fight cardiovascular disease
Moderate red wine drinking may help cut women's breast cancer risk
Benefits of statin therapy may extend beyond lowering lipids
Chlorophyll in green vegetables can prevent cancer
Omega-3 fatty acids could prevent and treat nerve damage
I still eat too much of these:
Red & processed meat consumption = increased pancreatic cancer risk.
This is interesting:
Dispelling the low-fat-is-healthy myth
Protein-free diet good for you?
Limiting certain essential nutrients for several days before surgery—either protein or amino acids—may reduce the risk of serious surgical complications such as heart attack or stroke, according to a new Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) study.
The results are significant because they pinpoint protein as an important substance to eliminate from the diet before surgery to avoid complications. Stroke risk related to cardiovascular surgery ranges from 0.8% to 9.7%, depending on the procedure. Heart attack risk is 3% to 4%.
In numerous animal studies over the past few decades, scientists have found that long-term dietary restriction can improve health and lengthen life. Benefits include increased stress resistance, reduced inflammation, improved blood sugar regulation, and better cardiovascular health—and many of these benefits extend to humans.
I really, really don't know what to do about Vitamin D
Vitamin D could help combat the effects of aging in eyes
Vitamin D statement- European Menopause and Andropause Society
Osteoporosis is a common condition in postmenopausal women leading to bone fractures. However, there is now evidence that vitamin D deficiency is also associated with other medical conditions important in older women. These include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, infections and neurodegenerative disease. Regular sunlight exposure (without sunscreens) for 15 minutes, 3-4 times a week, in the middle of the day in summer can generate healthy levels. Supplements of vitamin D are recommended for those women who cannot obtain the required quantity through sun exposure and diet. The recommended daily allowance is 600 IU/day increasing to 800IU/day for those aged 71 years and older.
Low vitamin D levels linked to depression,
But:
When It Comes to Heart Health, How Much Is Too Much Vitamin D?
New research by Johns Hopkins scientists suggests that vitamin D, long known to be important for bone health and in recent years also for heart protection, may stop conferring cardiovascular benefits and could actually cause harm as levels in the blood rise above the low end of what is considered normal.
Study leader Muhammad Amer, M.D., an assistant professor in the division of general internal medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, says his findings show that increasing levels of vitamin D in the blood are linked with lower levels of a popular marker for cardiovascular inflammation — c-reactive protein (also known as CRP).
Amer and his colleague Rehan Qayyum, M.D., M.H.S., examined data from more than 15,000 adult participants in the continuous National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, a nationally representative sample, from 2001 and 2006. They found an inverse relationship between vitamin D and CRP in adults without cardiovascular symptoms but with relatively low vitamin D levels. Healthier, lower levels of inflammation were found in people with normal or close to normal vitamin D levels. But beyond blood levels of 21 nanograms per milliliter of 25-Hydroxyvitamin D — considered the low end of the normal range for vitamin D — any additional increase in vitamin D was associated with an increase in CRP, a factor linked to stiffening of the blood vessels and an increased risk of cardiovascular problems.
“The inflammation that was curtailed by vitamin D does not appear to be curtailed at higher levels of vitamin D,” says Amer, whose newest finding appears in the Jan. 15 issue of the American Journal of Cardiology. “Clearly vitamin D is important for your heart health, especially if you have low blood levels of vitamin D. It reduces cardiovascular inflammation and atherosclerosis, and may reduce mortality, but it appears that at some point it can be too much of a good thing.”
Amer says consumers should exercise caution before taking supplements and physicians should know the potential risks. Each 100 international unit of vitamin D ingested daily produces about a one nanogram per milliliter increase 25-Hydroxyvitamin D levels in the blood. “People taking vitamin D supplements need to be sure the supplements are necessary,” Amer says. “Those pills could have unforeseen consequences to health even if they are not technically toxic.”
Amer and Qayyum, also an assistant professor in the division of general internal medicine at Hopkins, say the biological and molecular mechanisms that account for the loss of cardiovascular benefits are unclear.
Vitamin D is often called the “sunshine vitamin” because its primary source is the sun. It is found in very few foods, though commercially sold milk is usually fortified with it. As people spend more and more time indoors and slather their bodies with sunscreen, concern is rising that many are vitamin D-deficient, Amer notes.
As a result, Amer says, many doctors prescribe vitamin D supplements, and many consumers, after reading news stories about the vitamin’s benefits, dose themselves. Older women often take large doses to fight and prevent osteoporosis.
Well this is good news: (McDonalds fish sandwich is fried in a combination of sunflower and canola oil. Read more:) Wendy's fired items, on the other hand are cooked in soy, corn, cottonseed, and hydrogenated soy oil. Read more
No cardiac risk with food fried in olive, sunflower oil
In a Mediterranean country where olive and sunflower oils are the most commonly used fats for frying, and where large amounts of fried foods are consumed both at and away from home, no association was observed between fried food consumption and the risk of coronary heart disease or death.
I've been good about eating a bit of dark chocolate every day (2 squares):
Cocoa could prevent intestinal pathologies such as colon cancer
The growing interest amongst the scientific community to identify those foods capable of preventing diseases has now categorized cocoa as a 'superfood'. It has been recognised as an excellent source of phytochemical compounds, which offer potential health benefits.
Headed by scientists from the Institute of Food Science and Technology and Nutrition (ICTAN) and recently published in the Molecular Nutrition & Food Research journal, the new study supports this idea and upholds that cacao consumption helps to prevent intestinal complaints linked to oxidative stress, such as the onset of chemically induced colon carcinogenesis.
Although more research is required to determine what bioactive compounds in cocoa are responsible for such effects, the authors conclude that a cocoa-rich diet seems capable of reducing induced oxidative stress. It could also have protection properties in the initial stages of colon cancer as it reduces premalignant neoplastic lesion formation.
I've been pretty good on fruits and vegetables, including olive oil and a limited amount of orange juice every day:
Plant Flavonoid Luteolin Blocks Cell Signaling Pathways in Colon Cancer Cells
Luteolin is a flavonoid commonly found in fruit and vegetables. Dietary sources include celery, green pepper, thyme, perilla, chamomile tea, carrots, olive oil, peppermint, rosemary, navel oranges, and oregano. This compound has been shown in laboratory conditions to have anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer properties but results from epidemiological studies have been less certain. New research published in BioMed Central's open access journal BMC Gastroenterology shows that luteolin is able to inhibit the activity of cell signaling pathways (IGF and PI3K) important for the growth of cancer in colon cancer cells. Colon cancer is the second most frequent cause of cancer-related death in the Western World.
I do get a lot of fiber in my diet - that's good, right?
Increase Dietary Fiber, Decrease Disease
We should all be eating more dietary fiber to improve our health -- that's the message from a health review by scientists in India. The team has looked at research conducted into dietary fiber during the last few decades across the globe and now suggests that to avoid initial problems, such as intestinal gas and loose stool, it is best to increase intake gradually and to spread high-fiber foods out throughout the day, at meals and snacks. Writing in the International Journal of Food Safety, Nutrition and Public Health, the team offers fruit, vegetables, whole-grain foods, such as muesli and porridge, beans and pulses, as readily available foods rich in dietary fiber.
Dietary fiber, also known as roughage, is the general term of the non-digestible parts of the fruit and vegetable products we eat. There are two forms soluble and insoluble. Soluble (prebiotic, viscous) fiber that is readily broken down or fermented in the colon into physiologically active byproducts and gases. The second form is insoluble fiber, which is metabolically inert, but absorbs water as it passes through the digestive system, providing bulk for the intestinal muscles to work against and easing defecation.
Given that dietary fiber has physiological actions such as reducing cholesterol and attenuating blood glucose, maintaining gastrointestinal health, and positively affecting calcium bioavailability and immune function, it is important for the current generation and future generations that this component of our diets be reasserted through education and information.
"Consuming adequate quantities of DF can lead to improvements in gastrointestinal health, and reduction in susceptibility to diseases such as diverticular disease, heart disease, colon cancer, and diabetes. Increased consumption has also been associated with increased satiety and weight loss," the team concludes. Given the ready availability particularly in the West and in the relatively richer parts of the developing world of vegetables, fruit and other foods high in dietary fiber it is a matter of recommending that people eat more dietary fiber rather than consistently taking the unhealthy low-fiber option throughout their lives.
But:
Diets high in fiber MAY CAUSE, not protect against, diverticulosis
For more than 40 years, scientists and physicians have thought eating a high-fiber diet lowered a person's risk of diverticulosis, a disease of the large intestine in which pouches develop in the colon wall. A new study of more than 2,000 people reveals the opposite may be true.
"We were surprised to find that a low-fiber diet was not associated with a higher prevalence of asymptomatic diverticulosis," said Peery. In fact, the study found those with the lowest fiber intake were 30 percent less likely to develop diverticula than those with the highest fiber intake.
Diverticulosis affects about one-third of adults over age 60 in the United States. Although most cases are asymptomatic, when complications develop they can be severe, resulting in infections, bleeding, intestinal perforations and even death. Health care associated with such complications costs an estimated $2.5 billion per year.
Since the late 1960s, doctors have recommended a high-fiber diet to regulate bowel movements and reduce the risk of diverticulosis. This recommendation is based on the idea that a low fiber diet will cause constipation and in turn generate diverticula as a result of increased pressure in the colon. However, few studies have been conducted to back up that assumption. "Our findings dispute commonly-held beliefs because asymptomatic diverticulosis has never been rigorously studied," said Peery.
The study also found constipation was not a risk factor and that having more frequent bowel movements actually increased a person's risk. Compared to those with fewer than seven bowel movements per week, individuals with more than 15 bowel movements per week were 70 percent more likely to develop diverticulosis.
The study found no association between diverticulosis and physical inactivity, intake of fat, or intake of red meat. The disease's causes remain unknown, but the researchers believe gut flora may play a role.
I don't think I'm ready for virtual reality exercise yet, but if I did it I'd be more likely to be open to it:
Virtual reality-enhanced exercise = +cognitive benefit for older adults
Enhancing cognition in older adults also changes personality
A program designed to boost cognition in older adults also increased their openness to new experiences, researchers report, demonstrating for the first time that a non-drug intervention in older adults can change a personality trait once thought to be fixed throughout the lifespan.
Other things I do, or eat that are good:
Grapes may help prevent age-related blindness
Alcohol & polyphenols in red wine both fight cardiovascular disease
Moderate red wine drinking may help cut women's breast cancer risk
Benefits of statin therapy may extend beyond lowering lipids
Chlorophyll in green vegetables can prevent cancer
Omega-3 fatty acids could prevent and treat nerve damage
I still eat too much of these:
Red & processed meat consumption = increased pancreatic cancer risk.
This is interesting:
Dispelling the low-fat-is-healthy myth
Dozens of studies, many from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers, have shown that low-fat diets are no better for health than moderate- or high-fat diets—and for many people, may be worse. A regular blueberry muffin from a national coffee shop chain has 450 calories on average and most of those calories come from carbohydrates, primarily white flour and sugar. However, now that national chains have eliminated trans fats, a regular muffin does have heart-healthy fat, usually from soybean or canola oil. A low-fat muffin has about the same amount of calories, but contains more carbohydrates and sugar—and about 60% more sodium (700 milligrams)—than a regular muffin.