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Breast Cancer Drug Boost
Raloxifene and breast cancer. There has been a great deal of press interest recently on whether the osteoporosis drug Raloxifene can have an impact on the outcome for breast cancer patients. But what’s the evidence? Does this drug reduce the risk of invasive breast cancer? The Italian study switched women taking the tamoxifen therapy to the aromatase inhibitor 2 to 3 years into the normal 5 year regiment. According to the results, there was improved performance of the aromatase inhibitors. This means that not only is it more efficient at fighting cancer, it will also allow users to avoid the adverse side affects such as endometrial cancer and strokes created by the other medication Dr. Gary M. Freedman, a radiation oncologist at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia said,”There’s still a … Read entire article »
Filed under: Cancer
Eating These Foods Can Lower The Frequency of Your Herpes Virus Outbreaks
Herpes simplex virus is not a medical condition usually associated with diet; however, outbreaks of this painful herpes virus have been linked to 2 amino acids. While this research is not conclusive, those who suffer from this virus are usually willing to try any remedy that may reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks of the painful herpes blisters. The herpes virus has two forms. Herpes simplex virus 1 is more common and manifests in cold sores or fever blisters that form around the mouth. Herpes simplex virus 2 outbreaks are generally found around the genitals. However, both forms of the herpes simplex virus can result in painful blisters around the mouth or genitals. It is important to be informed that this herpes virus is very contagious. Once you have the herpes … Read entire article »
Filed under: General Health
Physiotherapy For Ankylosing Spondylitis
The inflammatory arthritis diseases or spondyloarthropathies include various diseases such as Ankylosing spondylitis, the arthritis of bowel disease, reactive arthritis and the arthritis associated with psoriasis. The typical linking features of these diseases are enthesitis (an inflammation at the bone/ligament junction) and the presence of HLA B27, a gene on white blood cells. The inflammation at the entheses can develop into fibrosis and eventually to fusion of the joints from bone formation. The frequency of the HLA B27 gene in the population determines the number of people with Ankylosing spondylitis, the most common disease in the spondyloarthropathy group. AS occurs in about 0.1 to 1.0% of people, being much more common in northern Europe and much less common in equatorial regions and with white people more frequently affected. 100 people may … Read entire article »
Filed under: Back Pain
Best Green Tea For Weight Loss
If you’re like many people trying to lose weight, you’re always on the lookout for something new. You should consider trying green tea for weight loss and the pounds might melt away faster than you’d expect. The best green tea for weight loss comes in several different varieties and many favors. Green tea also has additional health benefits besides aiding in weight loss. Prior to drying, the leaves of green tea are not fermented. That means that the active antioxidant, antiviral, and anticancer properties are more concentrated than they are in other types of tea. With its rich flavor and easy preparation, the best green tea for weight loss offers a host of other health benefits that can’t be beat. As shown in several studies, people who drink one bottle of green … Read entire article »
Filed under: Weight Loss
Basic Vegetarian Food Pyramid Facts
The vegetarian food pyramid is very similar to the food pyramid that we have all seen. In place of meat it will list the legumes and nuts that are an alternative protein to animal products. It also replaces the fiber category with a vegetable and fruit category at the bottom of the pyramid. This is possible because of the high fiber content of most fruits and vegetables. It is not necessary to add fiber as a separate tier on the pyramid. It should be noted that the basic version of the vegetarian food pyramid is not appropriate for vegans. It includes a section for dairy products that strict vegans will not consume. It can be replaced with something else for a vegan, such as soy products that substitute for dairy. Or … Read entire article »
Filed under: Healthy Eating
Treat Yeast In Your Intestines Naturally For Better Health
Curing Candidiasis in your intestines is not as easy as curing a vaginal candida infection. When you’re treating a vaginal yeast infection you can purchase an OTC anti fungal cream or suppository, and then in most cases the infection is gone for good. When you suffer with Candida in your intestines anti fungal oral medicines are not the answer. Most sufferers of intestinal yeast infections head directly for an oral anti fungal drug to cure themselves. The trouble with oral anti fungal medicines is they wipe out all of the bacteria living in and on your body, and they can also weaken your immune system. When an oral anti bacterial medicine wipes out all of the bacteria in your intestines it leaves the environment in a perfect condition for fungus to start … Read entire article »
Filed under: Yeast Infection
Upper Endoscopy: How to Endure It
Some of the methods that doctors use to diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease can be confusing or difficult to understand. When it comes time for you to decide which diagnosis procedure you would like your doctor to use for you, it would be in your best interests to inform yourself about upper endoscopy, one common technique for acid reflux diagnosing. You will want to know how to prepare yourself for this procedure and what information you will get from going through with it. You can find out by reading on. What is this procedure exactly? An upper endoscopy will permit your doctor to see what is happening on your insides without ever having to make an incision. For this reason it is truly a marvel of modern medicine. In order to accomplish this, … Read entire article »
Filed under: Acid Reflux
What to do About Neck Pain
The Importance of The Neck The neck region has the vast responsibility of fully supporting the head. In order to do this it must remain strong and flexible withstanding a life time of abuse. Whether one sits at a computer or stands for hours at a time; all of these routine positions can eventually strain or damage the neck. As stress on the neck is increased sublimation can begin to work its way down to the shoulders and back. The repetitive motions that we make on a day to day basis are often the root causes of our neck pain. Other people suffer with neck pain due to straining, age, accidents, falls or even an injury to the head. Complaints of neck pain are often labeled with more than one diagnosis. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Pain
Is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Safe?
By Dr. Holly Lucille As a Naturopathic Doctor I have been taught to think about health and healing in a very comprehensive, holistic manner. In fact, the science that drives my thought process is that of Vitalism. Vitalism states that our bodies have an inherent self healing mechanism and are brilliant and built to stay in balance through the harmonious efforts of many interrelated systems and are constantly working on our behalf to take care of us. As a practitioner of this style of medicine, I am challenged to listen and ask deeper questions when I am involved with a patient who has become entirely out of balance and therefore symptomatic. Symptoms are the body’s way of telling us that something needs attention. I have to understand where there might be “obstacles to … Read entire article »
Filed under: Menopause
Quit Snoring Immediately
Do you have a snoring problem? If so, no doubt you, like most people who do, would love to be able to quit. Not only would you save yourself a lot of trouble, you would also help those who live with you once again get a good night’s sleep. You will be happy to know that there are many little things you can adjust in your everyday life that just may make your snoring problem vanish. Tips To Help You Quit snoring Since the reasons behind snoring are many, it is important to first of all determine what is the cause in your case. You can do so by seeing a medical professional or doing your own research. For instance, if you are overweight, you will most likely have a snoring problem. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Sleep Disorders
Venapro or Zenmed Ziro – Which Hemorrhoid Treatment Works Best?
Two popular but very different natural hemorrhoids treatments that people are using today are Venapro and Zenmed Ziro. Thousands of people search each day for information about the effectiveness of these products. Zenmed Ziro and Venapro are both proven hemorrhoid treatments but they work differently. How Venapro Works to Treat Hemorrhoids Venapro is a natural hemorrhoid treatment that works internally to eliminate both internal and external hemorrhoids. The Venapro hemorrhoid treatment system has two components, the Colon Health Formula and the Homeopathic Oral Spray. The Venapro Colon Health Formula works to help you produce smoother bowel movements and alleviate constipation (which is usually the root cause of hemorrhoids). The formula contains herbs known to combat hemorrhoids such as: Witch Hazel, an anti-inflammatory used to relax the veins and relieve pressure and Horse Chestnut, … Read entire article »
Filed under: General Health
The Top 6 Natural Appetite Suppressants
Natural appetite suppressants can help you overcome one of the biggest challenges when trying to lose weight: controlling your appetite. If you can control your appetite, you can prevent overeating and you can lose weight easier. When it comes to natural appetite suppressants, you have two primary options to choose from. You can take supplements or eat whole foods. Supplements can be more convenient but they can also be very expensive. Whole foods are excellent because they’re inexpensive and provide additional nutritional benefits you can’t get from a supplement. You need to decide which works best for you. Following is a list of some of the most effective natural appetite suppressants you’ll find today. Supplements as Natural Appetite Suppressants hoodia Gordonii The hoodia gordonii plant has been used by the Bushmen of South Africa … Read entire article »
Filed under: Weight Loss
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