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Friday, April 4th, 2008
Possible Causes of Constipation in Cancer Patients
In some people, constipation is a manifestation of cancer. Constipation can appear in the earlier stages or later stages of cancer diagnosis. It can be caused by an emergent tumors or while the tumors are being treated.
Constipation in cancer patients can also be caused by the usual culprits mentioned above PLUS an array of other contributing factors which include: diseases associated with the cancer, medications used to combat the cancer, possible organ failure, insufficient mobility and depression.
To be more specific, these are the most frequently observed causes of constipation in cancer patients:
The usual culprits:
low fiber in the diet and low fluid intake.
Decreased mobility or insufficient exercise.
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Thursday, March 27th, 2008
Constipation and Ayurveda – A Review of Evidence
A study conducted in Kerala, India by the researchers of The Pain and Palliative Care Clinic proved that Ayurveda therapy with the aid of traditional Ayurvedic medicine can improve constipation.
The study specifications are as follows: the researchers compared the effects of two different remedies used for constipation to find out the level of laxative effect it has on people with constipation. One of the most common laxative tablets, Sofsena was pitted against Misrakasneham, a traditional Ayurvedic herbal remedy. The focus group: patients with opioid induced constipation and advanced cancer.
The verdict: Misrakasneham, the traditional Ayurvedic herbal remedy was to found be at the same level as Sofsena, the laxative tablet, in terms of laxative effect on the patients. So which do you prefer a very effective artificial drug notorious on having side effects or a natural remedy which helps you take on constipation without the side effects?
The most convincing part of the study though is that the focus group they used were people with constipation PLUS advanced cancer. Just imagine how complicated their condition is, what with all the medications they are taking and the cancer in their body, yet Ayurveda therapy worked on them.
Again, which remedy do you prefer?
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Wednesday, March 12th, 2008
Understanding How Aloe Vera Works Against Constipation
The anthraquinone glycosides in aloe vera stimulate the bowel and colon by heightening bowel movement and contraction. It also has been found to have a softening or bulking effect on stools. Different parts of the aloe vera plant combats constipation in different ways.
If a person is afflicted with hypotonic constipation, licensed herbalists may prescribe the outer leaf of the aloe vera plant; the one containing the anthraquinone glycosides. When made into a “whole leaf” aloe vera juice or gel, it will ease constipation because of its laxative effect and by stimulating the colon and bowels to do their job.
If however, a person is afflicted with hypertonic constipation, a concoction of aloe vera juice or gel made from the inner leaf will do the trick. This part of the aloe vera plant eases constipation by providing more bulk to your stools.
For maximum constipation relief, licensed herbalists suggest that you take the aloe vera concoction on an empty stomach or before any meal.
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Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
One benefit of Omega 3 is that it protects the body against cardiovascular diseases. This is due to the fact that they help reduce the levels of LDL cholesterol, or bad cholesterol, along with lowering triglyceride levels and blood pressure. They also help raise the good cholesterol level (HDL), prevent thickening of the arterial walls, and inhibit platelet segregation (and hence prevent blood clots).
Sometimes known as a brain food, it can help give the brain a boost - improving intelligence, memory and concentration. It has been observed that they are useful in dealing with mental illnesses like depression, psychosis, ADHD, dyslexia, Alzheimer’s disease, etc.
Omega 3 reduces your risk to commonly occurring cancers like prostate cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer, thereby promoting healthy cell walls and providing protection against undesired mutations in the DNA that may trigger the growth of cancerous cells. If you strive to get enough Omega 3, your resistance to cold and other allergic reactions will increase because they also boost the immune system
With all these Omega 3 benefits, you’ll want to be sure you get enough every day. Although the prospect of raw fish may be daunting for many first-time sushi eaters, consider that rolls and sashimi made from tuna or salmon contain a wealth of omega-3 fatty acids; if you can’t stand the idea of uncooked fish, shrimp is usually offered cooked and has the same benefit. If you are on blood thinners, it is wise to discuss taking supplements of omega-3 fatty acids with your doctor.
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Friday, March 7th, 2008
The best natural cures for anxiety are different exercises. Anything that gets your heart rate going and boosts your metabolism will work wonders for reducing anxiety. Our brain chemistry is ‘designed’ with the assumption that we are going to be very active in our lives, as that is how we have evolved.
It is only recently that we have become largely inactive and sedentary, and our brain chemistry hasn’t caught up to this. Essentially, our bodies are still in ‘hunter and gatherer’ mode, and sitting all day at a desk can alone cause some imbalances.
If you have attempted all of these natural cures for anxiety and still suffer from it frequently, it’s a good idea to talk to a doctor about it because you may have an anxiety disorder. While not in itself serious, anxiety disorders can make life very difficult, and also increase your risk of developing stress related health conditions, such as cancer and heart disease. Additionally, many people develop harmful habits while trying to self-medicate for their anxiety.
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Wednesday, March 5th, 2008
Always remember there is more to getting rid of body fat than just abdominal exercises. Your diet also plays a major role in this process.
More about … Abdominal Exercises and Your Diet
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Wednesday, March 5th, 2008
Rarely discussed, rarely talked about openly, there always were female healers who used their intimate knowledge of plants and herbal recipes to not just cure, but also heighten the sexual experience of men and women.
While many of these tinctures and concoctions geared for men have made their way through the ages, even the restrictive ones, few of those for women have done so. For long centuries public morals considered the female sexual experience not worthy of consideration. Women were meant to be mothers and that was that.
Times have changed and female sexuality and fulfilment once again is considered important. Today, however, many approaches are chemical and quite many women refrain from perusing them for this simple reason. But the old lore still exists and there are supplements containing such ingredients as raspberry leaf, damiana leaf, ginger root and black cohosh root, which have extremely positive results. One such supplement is Provestra.
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Tuesday, March 4th, 2008
There are phases in a woman’s life, when sexual enjoyment is less sure to happen than usually.
There is a solution though, Vigorelle, a herbal cream which works through its nutritional and stimulating effects on the female body, taking care of such problems like thinner and drier vaginal skin along the way. Organic wild yam and Gingko Biloba, suma root and motherwort are some of the purely natural and botanical ingredients.
Yet Vigorelle is not just for those women feeling in need of a satisfied sex life, it is beneficial even for those who answer the above question with a ‘yes’, as it makes what is good even better.
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Thursday, February 21st, 2008
When is the last time you see yourself in the mirror and feel good about the way you look? Have you ever hope to restore your once smooth and unspotted skin that is not spared with breakouts? Everybody want to avoid acne scars as much as possible.
So, how do you prevent permanent acne scars and what are some acne scar natural treatment available today? The standard solutions for acne scars and cysts usually involve surgical procedures and laser therapy. They include punch excision, punch excision with skin graft replacement, punch elevation, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing, blue light therapy, and subcutaneous incision. You may be terribly disappointed when your zits turn work bad with these established acne scar treatments.
Since the invasive therapies are not encouraging, many now prefer natural treatments such as zinc and sulfur and home remedies. For thousands of years, ancient inhabitants have been practicing natural remedies to cure skin diseases such as rosacea. They also resorted to herbs and plants as the natural acne control. These herbal remedies can enhance the complexion and keep the skin young.
Acnezine contains aloe vera and other natural ingredients. Don’t be ashamed of your complexion. You can get rid of acne scars. Check out the Acnezine review and discover how these potent ingredients can prevent acne scars.
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Thursday, February 21st, 2008
Her mother’s family has a history of this disease. The ironic thing is that my cousin has been involved in cancer research for twelve years. She has a degree in pharmaceutical research. She did a fellowship working on different ways of manufacturing synthetic insulin.
Once she was done with her fellowship she was hired by a drug company to help with breast cancer research. This company manufactures on of the drugs that is used in the chemotherapy process for victims of this cancer.
My cousin is trying to find similarities between the people that are diagnosed with breast cancer. She is also working on the profiles of the people that seem to respond well to the treatments and for those that do not.
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Thursday, February 21st, 2008
You can make the decision as to how much you want to spend on purchasing a pregnancy test . Some women will spend massive amounts of money purchasing a variety of pregnancy tests, hoping that different brands will provide different answers.
The facts will still remain the same – if you’re pregnant, that’s not going to change depending on a simple brand.
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Wednesday, February 20th, 2008
Your health care provider will probably prescribe a pill or vaginal cream to cure yeast infection. You should follow the directions on the package carefully once you get home.
It’s mandatory that you take the medicine for the whole course without any break as your physician prescribes. If you stop the medication once you have noticed no symptoms of yeast infection, there is possibility of recurrence.
Some of the physicians prescribe suppositories along with an applicator. By means of this applicator you place the medicine inside your vagina, where it will start to work.
These suppositories will cure the yeast infection within couple of weeks. Usually the symptoms of yeast infection will get cleared up within couple of days.
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Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
In a progesterone deficiency, we produce too much cortisone which causes osteoporosis, aging of the skin, damage to the brain cells, and the accumulation of fat, especially on the back and abdomen.
Experiments have shown natural progesterone oil to help relieve anxiety, improve memory, protect brain cells, and even prevent epileptic seizures. It promotes respiration, and has been used to improve emphysema. In the circulatory system, it prevents bulging veins by increasing the tone of blood vessels, and improves the efficiency of the heart.
It reverses many of the signs of aging in the skin, and promotes strong bone growth. It can relieve many types of arthritis, too, and helps a variety of immunological problems.
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Tuesday, February 12th, 2008
The Different Types of Constipation according to TCM
Cold constipation has the following signs and symptoms: normal to dry stools that are hard to pass out, pale complexion, cold pain in the abdomen, knees and lumbar region discomfort, frequent urination and a feeling of unusual coldness. Acupuncture will only work on this type of constipation to an extent, it is best to partner acupuncture with herbal medications.
Signs and symptoms of deficiency constipation include: normal stool consistency but hard to pass out, pale complexion, nausea and dizziness, sweats and restlessness. Acupuncture also works with this type of constipation but only to a certain extent, it is recommended that you take extra herbal medications for best results.
When you are considering taking extra herbal medicines with your acupuncture treatment, it is strongly suggested that you seek the advice of a licensed herbalist
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Friday, February 8th, 2008
I am sure that the words hospital list conjures up all sorts of images in your mind. As I started looking for information about hospital lists just so that I could see what they were, I came across some bewildering information. It seems that the word hospital list seems to mean something else for lots of different people. This made me wonder what a hospital list really was like and why so many people had different versions of this list.
Well why dont we start our journey into the crazy world of the hospital list and you can decide which one you like. The first hospital list that we will visit is the ones that I came across when I was reading medical stories. In these stories the nurses always had a hospital list that they were looking at or getting ready for doctors to see and adjust.
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Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
One way to achieve this is through weight lifting exercise. And don’t assume this is a practice exclusively for men. It’s totally not. Both genders can enjoy the benefits of weight lifting, as well as cardio regimes. Read Full Article: weight-lifting-exercise
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Monday, February 4th, 2008
IBS is a disease or functional disorder that is often characterized by constipation among other symptoms like abdominal pain, cramping, bloating and discomfort. People suffering from IBS often find themselves straining or cramping when trying to move bowels and eliminating little, if any, stool in the process.
The stool that you move when you’re suffering from IBS can at times be accompanied by mucus, which is actually the liquid that protects the tracts of your digestive system.
Some people with IBS suffer diarrhea instead of constipation and may feel the urge to move bowels, while some alternate between constipation and diarrhea.
In a nut shell, any case of IBS is almost always characterized by abnormalities in a person’s bowel movement either by constipation, diarrhea, or both. The symptoms may come and go over a period of few months although there are cases when patients experience constantly worsening symptoms.
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Thursday, January 31st, 2008
Cream for stretch marks is one of the most thrifty solutions to thin out the visual aspect of these unattractive. Many of you don’t ever wish to have stretch marks that’s why you are confident enough to buy some creams that claim that it can prevent stretch marks. There is no way of telling which stretch marks cream will work on you based on word of mouth.
Turn to your family members on how to get rid of stretch marks. Some of them praise about a particular brand of their favorite cream for stretch marks while others curse it. The truth is not all stretch mark creams can remove stretch marks entirely. The marks are not so conspicuous after a few weeks of application.
The effectiveness of the stretch marks removal cream depends on the degree of damage on your skin. Some are so severe that the essential substances of the cream fail to enter deeply into the skin. When you arrive at this stage, tummy tuck is the only way to remove stretch marks.
Though these unsightly marks can’t threaten your life as compared to other fatal diseases, but they do affect your outlook. They can tear down your self-worth and belief in yourself. That is why skin care manufacturers are trying to promote their creams to the extend that they can offer a miraculous cure for stretch marks.
Do you think that you can get rid of stretch marks for good? The cream for stretch marks can only thin out the visual aspect of the stretch marks. They are still there but they are not so obvious to look at.
If you wish to use the cream for stretch marks, then as long as it can restore the lost natural oils of the skin, it will have a favorable effect on stretch marks. Other vital substances that should be added in the stretch marks cream are vitamin A and vitamin E. Some creams are capable to pass far into the skin because they have an effective delivery mechanism such as emu oil.
Among the frequently used creams for pregnant women are cocoa butter and shea butter. However, some people can’t stand the smell of cocoa butter. Don’t worry because there are some other natural cream that you can try. For example, you can check out the Revitol Stretch Mark Cream review for more tips. It can be considered the best cream for stretch marks.
To sum up, if a cream for stretch marks can enhance the health of the skin, then it can prevent and reduce stretch marks. The creams should help to stimulate the production of collagen which can replace scarred tissue with new cells. Yet, you should never use any cream that uses steroids such as hydrocortisone.
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Thursday, January 24th, 2008
Are you suffering from adult asthma symptoms? Wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing and other lesser-known symptoms can certainly take their toll and have significant effects on daily life.
Do you think you have asthma? It’s important to learn the signs and symptoms of an asthma attack, and to get it evaluated and under control as quickly as possible with minimal medical intervention.
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Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
Anti-Aging - What is it? A simple process you perform occasionally and you’re done? When you hear about anti-aging what do you think about? Is it a lifestyle? Each person chooses how to progress down a certain path to health and well being. This article includes a list of factors to consider for establishing your own personal anti-aging program. . .read the full article about your Anti-Aging Program.
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Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
Welcome to a world of nutritional possibilities. Although this great nation tends to thrive on a smorgasbord or fast food, soft drinks and sweets, there is a silver lining to the food cloud. Currently anyone can indulge in a vast array of nutritional supplements. One awesome aspect of these supplements is the tremendous anti-oxidant properties. As a meal replacement many are losing weight while plying themselves with vitamins and minerals that are providing energy, better sleeping and an overall of good health. Therefore it’s a cinch to grab a nutritional shake or protein bar on the go. Oodles of individuals are now choosing these so-called quasi nutritional supplements for breakfast, lunch or merely a snack. They are far from what is needed and often contain loads of sugar.
What healthy food and vitamin supplements are gracing the shelves of your pantry?
While you probably assume that General Nutrition Stores are the best places to pinpoint new-age nutritional supplements, I encourage you to consider the Internet as well. Online there are literally hundreds of choices. Furthermore, there are an assortment of deals and specials to be taken full advantage of on the web. High-rated nutritional supplements can be purchased in bulk for a lower cost.
Just so you have a few tips regarding today’s massive world of nutritional supplements, here’s where to begin with the most powerful and highest rated.
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Monday, January 21st, 2008
There are many home microdermabrasion products available in the market today. Many companies are offering home microdermabrasion systems such as Nutrogena, Mary Kay and DermaNew they will provide many of the same benefits as an in-office microdermabrasion treatment. The home microdermabrasion systems usually consist of an exfoliating cream containing abrasive micro-crystals which is applied to the skin by a oscillatory machine. Please visit Microdermabrasion Resources for more information.
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Saturday, January 19th, 2008
GenF20 is a long established anti aging product that holds the promise of curbing or slowing down the aging process for the seniors and middle aged. It works on the principle of encouraging the pituitary gland to release HGH or human growth hormone on an increased basis. HGH is responsible for helping the cells maintain their integrity, health, and function. Thus, increasing HGH levels will result in a slowdown of aging overall.
The reason why we would need a product like GenF20 is because as we advance in years, our pituitary slows down on HGH production, leaving us ever increasingly vulnerable to stress, poor nutrition, pollution, and disease, all of which hasten our physical aging, one way or the other. There are literally tons of HGH products in the market, but suffice to say, GenF20 HGH is one of the most popular and best selling products due to its good track record of efficacy and affordability.
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Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Many women will experience yeast infections at some point of their lives. The reason for yeast infections occurring in women is due to an imbalance that is caused by their bodies. This imbalance will lead to an overgrowth of the Candida albicans and other forms of yeast. For the yeast infected affected woman the main thing that she will desire is a way to prevent or cure this infection. What can you get in the way of a proper yeast infection cure?
There are different yeast infection cures that you ca use but the effectiveness is mainly dependent on you. The first type of cure is the many over-the-counter creams or suppository that you can buy such as GyneLotrimin or Monistat. These yeast infection cures are a single-dose treatment to even a week-long series of treatments.
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Monday, January 14th, 2008
You may want to snore less. Without using oral appliances, there are some effective home remedies for snoring you can use. One of the reasons why people snore is because their tongue rolls to the back of their throats. This will block the air passing into the lungs. A simple remedy can fix this problem. You can stop snoring simply by rolling over onto your side. As you are in this new position, your tongue will no longer fall back towards the throat but will drop towards the side of the mouth closest to the pillow due to the gravity. If you need help, then ask your spouse to nudge each time you snore. Then just roll to your side and your snoring should stop.
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