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- ***Body Connections - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Bette DowdellQuite a few of you responded to the 2014 “What Should Bette Write About” Contest saying you wanted me to continue to write about how the endocrine system works. Well, murder mysteries never go out of style, and neither do the mysteries of the endocrine system. According to studies, 50% of ...
Views: 1199 - ***Cortisol, Telomere Length, and Stress - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoIn the 1920s, American physiologist Walter Cannon was the first to describe the “fight or flight” response wherein stress hormones prepare our bodies for battle, or give sufficient energy and speed for us to flee from danger (Cannon 1915). Hans Selye (1907-1982), however, ...
Views: 2118 - ***Death by Caffeine? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2014 from Bette DowdellPerhaps you read about the death of John Jackson, of West Midands, England. The 40-year-old Mr. Jackson, unable to work because of advanced liver cirrhosis, the result of years of heavy drinking, is said to have died from eating mints. How could mints, specifically Hero Instant Energy ...
Views: 1403 - ***Death Hormone and Cancer - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoStudies are revealing more and more interesting facts about cortisol – “Death Hormone”. In a separate article, we briefly cited various studies that link the death hormone to aging, immune deficiencies, telomere shortening, stress, and a number of debilitating chronic ...
Views: 1586 - ***Facing Down Ebola - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2014 from Bette DowdellI tell you true, this Ebola thing is a mess, and the reactions to it are not promising. Medicine has nothing to offer, so they’re in a panic. Which means the media is beating a very loud drum about death and mayhem marching in shortly. Meanwhile, the President has sent soldiers, trained ...
Views: 1369 - ***HGH Boosts Immunity - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Speedwinds Nutrition Inc.Alongside many of the better known reasons that people have started taking HGH like weight loss and a youthful appearance, some have started looking at how HGH boosts immunity. These people have noticed that those with a large supply of HGH get sick less often and stay sick for a shorter period ...
Views: 3468 - ***Hypoglycemia: First The Truck Hits You, Then You Pass Out - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2015 from Bette DowdellMost of us know that our bodies create insulin to handle the sugary treats we eat. And most of us know we get diabetes if our insulin can’t get the job done. What few of us know is what happens when insulin does its job too well. It’s hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, and it’s the pits. I’ve ...
Views: 1542 - ***Increasing Telomere Length - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoIncreasing Telomere Length Boaz Nyona Matende B.S and Steven Petrosino Ph.D A telomere is described as a region of repetitive nucleotide sequences that is found at both ends of a chromatid (Rufer, Dragowska, Thornbury, Roosneck, & Lansdorp, 1998) . Nucleotides are organic molecules such as ...
Views: 2018 - ***Introducing Your Immune System - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2014 from Bette DowdellAs your body’s official Defense Department, the immune system protects against all enemies. Toxins in the air. Viruses and bacteria that get into the body. Everything. And immune system headquarters is smack-dab in the middle of the most interactive, butt-into-everybody-else’s-business system ...
Views: 1142 - ***Laminine, a freeze dried extract of raw organic eggs - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoLaminine is an extract derived from fertilized organic hen eggs at a critical stage of incubation (on the 9th day). The use of fertilized egg extracts in medicine and nutrition dates back to 1929, and scientific studies on this unique supplement have been published in numerous peer-review ...
Views: 3312 - ***Medicine’s View of the Immune System - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2014 from Bette DowdellOur thymus gland, located behind our breast bone, leads the immune system into battle against evildoers intending to snatch our health away. So we know where it is and what it does. And that about sums it up for most of us. It seems like we should know more about such a big-time player, but ...
Views: 1046 - ***Mold Allergies And The Immune System - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2014 from Bette DowdellMold allergies are as common as dirt. Perhaps because the mold spores that cause the allergy are in dirt–from sea to shining sea and around the world, and dirt is out to play dirty tricks on you. Of course, any body of water, such as a lake, produces clouds of mold spores to play havoc with ...
Views: 2069 - ***Mrs. Obama's Salad Bar Caper - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Bette DowdellMichelle Obama is taking a star turn about putting salad bars into schools. One look at the cast of characters supporting this idea makes it obvious the salad bar hype isn’t about health or children or anything else one can praise. This misbegotten idea is about control Let’s look at ...
Views: 1802 - ***PNT200: NATURAL ALTERNATIVE TO ANXIETY AND INSOMNIA MEDICATIONS - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoBenzodiazepines are prescription medications that fall into the classification of Anti-Anxiety Agents. A few that you will be familiar with include Valium, Xanax, and Ativan. These prescription medications are typically used for anxiety and as a sleep aid. The major drawback with ...
Views: 4674 - ***The Blank Slate of Seeing What Isn’t There - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2014 from Bette DowdellIn my articles, The Blank Slate Myth and The Dietitian’s Blank Slate, I wrote about the blind spot of seeing only what you want to see so you can do what you want to do. Today, let’s talk about the blank slate of doctors. With so many examples and so little time, where do I ...
Views: 1072 - ***The Misery of Nerve Pain - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2014 from Bette DowdellJane asks: "Will you please write about neuropathic pain and ways to alleviate it?" Neuropathic pain, a form of neuropathy, comes from nerve damage that causes pain, tingling, and burning–alternately or all at the same time. Some liken it to electrical shocks. It's estimated that more than ...
Views: 1603 - ***The Potency of Parsley - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Bette DowdellParsley is the Rodney Dangerfield of herbs; it gets no respect. Probably not even from Rodney Dangerfield. We’re talking NO respect. Once upon a time, most restaurants used parsley as a perky, colorful accompaniment on your plate, whatever you ordered. Most eaters ignored it, though, pretty ...
Views: 3479 - ***The Power of Garlic - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2014 from Bette DowdellWell, now, you probably think I’m talking about the odor, but no. Powerful as it is, the smell of garlic can’t hold a candle to all the wonders this homely herb can do. And garlic’s no newcomer on the block. Back in 3748 B.C., Egyptian slaves went on strike when they didn’t get their ration ...
Views: 1224 - ***The Problem With Medicine - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Bette DowdellSenator Patrick Lehman and Representative Henry Waxman rush about, day after day, year after year, to do Big Pharma’s bidding. Let’s talk about where this takes us. Big Pharma, the major pharmaceutical companies, is about money. They advertise their wares as wonders created especially to ...
Views: 1471 - ***The Reach-Out-And-Touch-Everything Immune System - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Bette DowdellDid you ever wonder how your body protects itself from disease? More important, did you ever wonder how you could help get the job done? Well, you probably know that your immune system leads the battle against diseases. And you may even know this defense system is the most complicated system ...
Views: 1433 - ***The Unknown Glands of the Immune System - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2014 from Bette DowdellOur thymus gland, leader of the immune system’s world, starts out strong, but as the years go by, sayeth the poobahs, it becomes a shadow of its former self, ending as just a few, lonely fat cells with no power, no glory. And that’s when cancer and other bad guys take us down. This is just ...
Views: 1436 - ***The Wonder of Parsley - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2014 from Bette DowdellParsley is the Rodney Dangerfield of herbs; it gets no respect. Probably not even from Rodney Dangerfield. We’re talking NO respect. Once upon a time, most restaurants used parsley as a perky, colorful accompaniment on your plate, whatever you ordered. Most eaters ignored it, though, pretty ...
Views: 1427 - ***THIS SOUNDS WEIRD, BUT . . . - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2014 from Bette DowdellThe immune system is kind of a mystery. We don’t hear much about where any of our immune system parts are, what they do, how they do whatever it is they do, etc. Well, maybe you’ve heard of lymph glands. Perhaps a huge lump showed up on the side of your neck–which, you decide, ...
Views: 1380 - ***Three Easy-Peasey Health Tips - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2014 from Bette DowdellYou deserve a break today, so let’s talk about some things you can do for your health that don’t require heavy lifting, grunting, panting or any other sort of exhaustion. Some people like extreme exercise, but most don’t. Either way, healthy living shouldn’t feel like punishment. And here are ...
Views: 1173 - ***Three More Health-Improving Tips - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Bette Dowdell1. Today’s first tip is you should breathe. Well, that sounds pretty obvious, but there’s breathing and then there’s breathing. Most people, especially those in less than tip-top health, take shallow breaths. And that’s part of why they’re dragging their ...
Views: 1208 - ***Thyroid, Metabolism and All That Jazz - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2014 from Bette DowdellThyroid, Metabolism and All That Jazz Kelly asks, “How can my husband jumpstart his metabolism to lose weight? His TSH is ‘in normal limits’ at 1.1 and his Free T3 is low at 2.3, but his doctor won’t treat him since his TSH is normal.” Well, Kelly, before I launch, let me explain your ...
Views: 1198 - ***We Are Seriously Doomed - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from Bette DowdellA while back, Dr. Steve Nissen, president of the American College of Cardiology, along with ten other prominent physicians, offered an outstanding proposal that would immeasurably improve medical care in this country. And what is this great idea? Take control of medicine back from Big Pharma, ...
Views: 1308 - ***Your Connected Body - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Bette DowdellWhen it comes to our bodies, everything affects everything because everything’s connected. And our endocrine system sits smack dab in the middle of all this connecting that’s going on. Here’s a quick look at the parts of the endocrine system and what they do (24/7, I might ...
Views: 1233 - 10 Benefits of Fasting - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamFasting is most common now a days as we all know that it has got plenty of health benefits. Fasting was traditionally practiced in various religious cultures and practices. Fasting really changes our mind and body and enhances and activates our entire life.Below we are presenting some important ...
Views: 1112 - 10 Ways Morning Walk can Keep you Fit - by Submitted on May 24, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamBrisk walking is the easiest and simple exercise that you can do to remain fit. However, it should not be underestimated by its simplicity as it can provide a large number of advantages. There are a variety of benefits that walking brings you such as Makes you lose weight: Good news for ...
Views: 840 - 12 Best Hacks for How to Fall Asleep; Buy Sleeping Tablets UK Over the Counter - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2021 from xanax247buy UKIn the first place, do not ignore the importance of sound sleep at night. Likewise, science says sleep is a natural healing process that helps the body and brain to function properly. Further, the body repairs the damaged muscles and tissues to boost the performance. At the same time, the brain ...
Views: 969 - 2 Immune System Boosters You May Not Know About - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumHumans are pretty inventive. Our creativity has changed our quality of life infinitesimally over the centuries. But nature still outdoes us in many areas. We have yet to best the sophistication, flexibility, and precise responsiveness of our immune system when it comes to warding off illness ...
Views: 1649 - 2 Surprising Ways People Are Overcoming Autoimmunity Disorders - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumDo you think parasites and bacteria are bad for you? Well, you may be surprised. Because after years of doing everything we can to get rid of these “bugs”, medical researchers are now doing a major reversal. As scientists are learning, there’s a complex ecosystem of non-human life forms ...
Views: 1298 - 5 Powerful Ways to Treat Your "Forgotten Systems" Right - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Roberta MittmanYou've heard about many of your body's systems--immune, nervous, digestive, excretory, skeletal, circulatory--before. But I wonder whether you're aware that there are other powerful systems working to keep you in healthy function every day. At least two hardworking vital systems, lymph and ...
Views: 1547 - 5 Steps How to Boost Your Immune Systems - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2021 from Apnkarma SpiritualThere are plenty of dietary supplements and products within the grocery store that declare to assist enhance your immune system. But whereas it might sound like a no brainer, boosting your immune system is definitely a lot more durable to perform than you may assume — and for good cause. Your ...
Views: 810 - 6 Ways to Find the Best Pediatrician for Your Kids- JPCKIDS - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2020 from Nathen WhiteIt is a challenging task to find the best pediatrician for your kid. Pediatricians should be good enough to take care of the child’s health until adolescence. There are some quality factors that parents look for the children’s clinic when they have to choose one. Find out the factors that ...
Views: 984 - 7 Healthy Drinks to Boost Your Health - by Submitted on May 12, 2020 from Isabella WhitmoreIncluding healthy drinks in your diet is as important as eating healthy foods especially in the morning. Our body continues to use water to digest, absorb, excrete, and respire when we are sleeping. This is the reason why we feel thirsty when we wake up in the morning even if we had a glass of ...
Views: 1038 - 7 tips to strengthen your immune system - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2020 from Hasan RootAutumn and winter are seasons when the circulation of viruses is strong. To strengthen your immune system and avoid getting sick, follow the advice of our experts. Colds, coughs, flu ... To get through the illnesses of fall or winter and avoid a red nose, watery eyes or a sore throat, you ...
Views: 1106 - 8 Important health benefits of kratom that everyone should know - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2020 from Ikhraaf QaiserAre you trying to learn more about the health benefits of kratom and whether they can help you? Read this article to learn more about the benefits of kratom. Are you wondering about the health benefits of kratom? Not sure what it can do for you? If you are looking for ...
Views: 1211 - 8 million childhood deaths caused by preventable illnesses - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWorldwide nearly eight million childhood and teen deaths occur by preventable illnesses. Analysis revealed that six million deaths occurred for preventable and treatable conditions such as diarrhea, malaria, and respiratory tract infections. Authors of the Global Burden of Disease Pediatrics ...
Views: 1247 - 8 Naturally Healthy Tips to Help Prevent a Cold or Flu - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Julie DohertyAs we are more than likely aware, there are no known cures as such for colds and flu: however there are some steps that we can put into place to help prevent them or at least have them less debilitating should we get one. By including these tips you will not only help prevent colds and flu but ...
Views: 1508 - 9 Crazy Things Pesticides Are Doing to Your Body - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Therese PattersonPesticides are designed to kill. Whether it's nerve gas–like neurological disruption, the unbalancing of key hormones, or the stunting of a plant's ability to absorb life-sustaining trace minerals from the soil, none of the chemical interventions seems all that appetizing, especially considering ...
Views: 1487 - A Beauty Killer: Inflammation - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2020 from Kelley Curl 7If inflammation is known as the root of so many diseases, causing premature aging, as well as affecting one’s health, inner and outer beauty. Now, did you know that drinking bone broth regularly can aid in reducing the levels of inflammation in the whole body? The following hot drink is ...
Views: 1175 - A Disciplined Immunisation Program --to Reduce Infectious Diseases in Infants and Children - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2019 from Devika SImmunisation is the primary tool of defense against dreadful diseases. About a million children die even before their fifth birthday. One of every four of these deaths is caused by Pneumonia and Diarrhoea. These two leading infections cause infant mortality worldwide, though many of them can ...
Views: 843 - A Happy Health Food - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Bette DowdellI’m not much on the idea of eating bugs and twigs. And a lot of so-called healthy diets sound pretty twiggy to me. Seems like efforts to make the right health moves should lead to a reward, as in delicious. So today I’m writing about butter. Not just any butter, but KerryGold Irish Butter. ...
Views: 1770 - A Healthy Immune System Equals Healthy People - by Submitted on May 23, 2015 from Ron SaucironYoung people rarely become afflicted with some of the serious life-threatening diseases like Cancer, Alzheimer's Disease and Parkinson's Disease. Why? Because their immune systems are operating at peak efficiency, activating and deactivating precisely when needed to eradicate whatever threat ...
Views: 1510 - A new use for type 2 diabetes drug: treating human autoimmune diseases - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2023 from Jerry CarterRecently, a paper titled "Canagliflozin impairs T cell effector function via metabolic suppression in autoimmunity" was published online in the international journal Cell Metabolism by scientists from Swansea University and other institutions. They found that canagliflozin may potentially be ...
Views: 417 - A novel mechanism of natural immune regulation of gamma herpesvirus replication - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2023 from Jerry CarterGamma herpes viruses, including KSHV and EBV, are clinically associated with the development of various malignancies such as Kaposi's sarcoma, primary exudative lymphoma, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Gamma herpes viruses have a biphasic life cycle, namely the latent infection phase and the ...
Views: 462 - A smart guide to improving your endurance - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2019 from Leland LebrunFor endurance, people often rely on natural solutions such as Ashwagandha. Ashwagandha benefits for men are noted significantly, and it shouldn’t be a problem for you to try it if you haven’t tried it till now. Remember that endurance is important, irrespective of the fact whether you are a ...
Views: 862 - A Universal Vaccine to Treat Cancer Strikes - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2023 from Jerry CarterCancer is a significant global public health concern. Due to variables such as nutrition, the environment, and the aging of the population, the global prevalence of cancer has increased in recent years, and cancer is gaining prominence as the main cause of death. Chemotherapy, radiation ...
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