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December 16th 2010

Urinary Tract & Bladder Infections 

The Urinary Tract Infection is second only to Respiratory infection as the most common type of infection. These kind of infections are much more common in girls and women than in boys and men younger than 50 years of age. For this reason  is not well understood, but the anatomy differences between the genders (a shorter urethra in women) might be partially responsible. Since these infection are more common than we want to believe, understanding their symptoms and some preventive steps might be helpful.

A Urinary Tract Infection

Commonly termed a UTI is a bacterial infection that affects any part of the urinary tract. These symptoms may include frequent feeling and/or need to urinate, pain during urination, and cloudy urine. The main causal agent is Escherichia coli. Although urine contains a variety of fluids, salts, and waste products, it does not usually have bacteria in it. When bacteria get into the bladder or kidney and multiply in the urine, they may cause a UTI.

The most common type of UTI

This  acute Cystitis is often referred to as a bladder infection. An infection found in the upper urinary tract or kidney is known as pyelonephritis, and is potentially more serious. Although  urinary tract infections can be uncomfortable, they usually can be easily treated with a short course of antibiotics. with all no significant difference between the classes of antibiotics.

Prevention  and Remedies

- http://cranberryinstitute.org/health/urinarytract.htm – Due to a natural anti-adhesion substance in cranberries, they can help ward off urinary tract and bladder infections. Emerging research is that drinking cranberry juice may also have an antiviral effect on intestinal viruses. http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/news/printNewsBis.asp?id=60496

About 40% of women and 12% of men have a urinary tract infection at some time in their life.

Todays Health Comments

Taking preventive health measures, drinking cranberry juice or eating the berries may be very beneficial for those whoe are prone to UTI. Although men are less suseptable to these infections, it can happen. I use to spend endless hours on the road traveling and became a victim to this occasionally. I come to recognize the value of this little remedy. It’s important recognize the symptoms and address them before they become serious. Good health come from taking preventive measures.

Todays Health Article
Oct.2nd, 2010

 This may be just what our lives are all about.  This article, carries a WARNING, it may be too Philosophical, out  in left field, or it could be the ANSWER, the one that changes your thinking for ever. Now fear that some of my readers may feel I am off my rocker, gone philosophical that is,or just plain lost it, I ask  to give this one some thought to read.

Prophecy

Prophecy, an associated Biblical term,  for those who are unaware, and for those who do, Prophecy was a Divine word handed down from God. Prophecy, meaning “Predictions”, providing directions in our life. Such directions, believe it not, as to how to lead a healthy life by what we ate and drank.

Now days, Prophecy is used much more loosely, or not at all. Today, it seems everyone, associated with a religious belief or not, Prophecy, related to  its definition, is making ongoing predictions blatantly. For example, the Diet World, proclamations and predictions are made how you can loose weight overnight, monstrous amounts, and continue to eat or drink the same foods that made you the way you are now.  However, that Prophecy was no Divine word, because 64% of this world is over weight, and some of us still believe his Word is never wrong.

Revelations

Well if you are still with me, the END result of that example was a revelation, Revelation definition, the act of revealing or disclosing. Something revealed, especially a dramatic disclosure of something not previously known or realized. WE DO  DO NOT OFTEN reveal or disclose  parts of our lives that very well may have a dramatic disclosure in our lives. It is our very nature not to for fear and consequences of what being revealed. I have become a fan of the TV show “The Biggest Losers”, and if you need to find examples, the contestants are pouring out to the public what they have been afraid to reveal for years.These revelations have allowed them to New Beginnings.

New Beginnings

If you believe that Prophecy is a Divine, than our lives have a purpose, if not, you may be sorting  all this out, what your life on this earth is all about. Meanwhile, you still have to eat and drink healthy, while you are soul searching within yourself. This leads back to Prophecy that we all are entitled to a new beginning. Yes, all mankind, we just have to take that first step. Like children who reach out to that parent for a supportive hand, knowing you are not going to let me fall. Today, we need each other more than ever to support one another, for these new beginnings are hard work, and are worth the effort. Again comming back to the TV Show ” The Biggest Loser” are all those people, not crying out for a New Beginning in their life?

To put this all into perspective, I have seen people on both sides of this Article,  the soul searching within themselves, listening to those prophesies, and revealing their own revelations, Through thisaction, they gained purpose within themselves, which led to a new beginning. This new beginning allowed them to be healthier in mind and body, ultimately what we all desire, but afraid to take that first step. Perhaps now is the time for yourself.

Today’s  Health Article

This article may be combining Mother Nature and Science. Perhaps,  giving little notice to the fact, that this flower has been targeted with  todays health benefits. A few studies have been given towards its medical benefits, yet most of us just know it for its beauty and landscaping qualities.

I had known this flower to be called the purple coneflower in my flower garden. It’s a beautiful perennial that almost all people enjoy, yet  I was unaware that it held other benefits.  The Echinacea, the name  almost every one would have trouble pronouncing,  has been proclaimed by some articles, that the American Indians used the Echinacea during the winter to enhance their overall health  and general well being.

THE FLOWER

 The Echinacea flower is a Perennial flower that can be planted in the spring or fall and may reach heights 3 to 4 ft. tall. It does best in well drained soil with full sunlight or light shade. It starts to bloom around mid summer and  continues to fall. Once they are growing they thrive well on the available rainfall, except in the extreme dry areas.

THE BENEFITS

The Europeans became true believers, Americans  have preferred antibiotics, but the Germans occupied the leading position in the research studies. These studies resulted in the isolation of the main herb’s constituents, which are:

  Flavonoids, oils, polysaccharides, phenols (cichoric, caffeic, and caftaric acids and echinacoside), and alkylamides. It also contains copper, iron, iodine, potassium, and vitamins A, C, and E.

 Their proclamation, a combination of these ingredients, works as a natural antibiotic, which can suppress viruses  activity and promote immune stimulating effect through the activation of T-cells (immune system natural bacteria killers).

 The scientists have determined, after their conducted trials, that  Echinacea itself, does not cure diseases,  it helps the body resist and fight the illnesses, making it stronger.

Respiratory problems, bronchitis, sore throat, enlarged prostate glands, urinary tract infections, vaginal yeast (candida) infections, ear infections (otitits), sinusitis, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) are  the diseases,  which Echinacea gives  a strong helping hand.

May also be applied topically, it can help heal eczema, psoriasis, and slow-healing wounds. Echinacea is added to anti-hemorrhoids medications.

Echinacea is also a mighty skin protector from the sun damage.

THE TEA

Echinacea Tea is prepared by simply infusing the leaves, stems, flowers and roots of the Echinacea plant in hot water. The natural healthy properties of the herb, principally the polysaccharides and echinaceoside, are transferred to the Echinacea tea during the infusion process.

 ECHINACEA SIDE AFFECTS

Although  some people are claiming that Echinacea has no side effects, studies  have shown that some people may experience allergic reactions, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, muscle aches, nausea, sore throat, temporary numbness of the tongue and upset stomach.

The trials have no official results on the use of Echinacea by pregnant and breastfeeding women and children under 12.

IMPORTANT WARNING

People who are Immunocompromized  are advised to avoid the use of this plant, since it is likely that it may accelerate the development of the conditions. like cancer, tuberculosis, multiple sclerosis, and HIV AIDS.

 In the United States its use is said to be safe if followed to the doctor’s or manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure to talk with your health care provider before taking any natural supplement.

 Todays Health Article

`Yes, those health benefits acclaimed from some  beverages, if  you do drink too much,  their health benefits vanish!

Now, summer is coming, and some of you feel that these  beverages  are just part of your life. You  have  this  need to  satisfying  your ongoing thirst.

Can these drinks be actually healthy?

Oooops… I forgot to mentioned, the drinks we are discussing, because if you have had more than 1 or 2. by the time you finish reading this article. you will either not  be able to finish or the health benefits will no longer be of any benefit.Yes they will have vanished, and now become a health risk.

 OK, here it is… some will argue that these  beverages, drinks such as beer, wine, or your favorite margarita are  healthy if drank in moderation. This means, just because you may benefit from 1 or 2 drinks, DON’T  Get CONFUSED,  that more is better, because that is far from the truth, actually creating health risks if you do.

 With some research, a bottle of beer, glass of wine, or even a margarita all have about the same amount of alcohol. The kicker here is…despite wine’s popular image, experts say  they’re all probably equally good for your health when consumed in moderation.

“If you drink alcohol, beer, or wine in moderation, it probably does have a reasonably healthy effect,”

says Gerald Fuller, PhD, a biochemist at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.

Fuller says it’s the ethanol, a pure form of alcohol found in all types of alcoholic beverages, that makes the various libations good for you, but only in moderation. That means an average of no more than one drink a day for women or two drinks a day for men. More than that, and the benefits evaporate quicker than the frothy head of a freshly poured beer. ( Vanished)

Studies have shown that ethanol can have a variety of positive effects on heart health such as raising HDL (the “good” cholesterol) levels, preventing dangerous blood clots, and allowing the blood to flow more smoothly throughout the body, which reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Alcohol may also boost your health in several other ways as well. Studies have suggested that moderate alcohol consumption can increase insulin sensitivity, which can reduce the risk of diabetes, ward off some types of cancer, and prevent bone loss.

“We do know that ethanol itself has an effect, but there are lots of products in beer and wine such as hops and grape skins that may also have benefits,” Fuller tells WebMD. But he says researchers still haven’t exactly defined what those effects — both positive and negative — may be.

Alcohol Tips

* There is No Need To Start for its health benefits and some people such as pregnant women.people with liver disease, people on medications, and those recovering from alcohol addiction,the risks of drinking way outweigh the health benefits gained. There are other alternatives to receiving the same benefits without the use of alcohol/

*Drinking in moderation is the KEY Word if you do drink .(no more than one drink per day for women, and no more than two drinks per day for men).

*Asking for Help, if you think you have a problem. Talk to your Doctor or a health professional.

*People who drink may benefit from getting  multivitamin with folic acid, since alcohol  has a depletion effect on our body’s nutrients, and those nutrients need to be replaced by either a healthy diet or vitamins.

Todays Health Site is taking an open minded position with this article…

 The Key to drinking Alcohol, is Moderation, or simply all of the health benefits from drinking,  vanish. If you have drank more than the 1 or2 drinks, just like the magician who vanished from the crowd, the ill effects takes on another side which can lead to several illnesses. These drinks can wear many faces, good or bad, depending on the person drinking them and the amount drank. Drinking is a personal responsibility to our health as well to others well being. If others are not, reach out, you may save someones life. To a healthier Life. Do Not Drink and Drive!

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Trehalose, virtually unknown to the public, is a sugar you should consider for a healthier life!

Todays Health Site,  introduced this product in a past article…

                        Trehalose,You Ask for it.

We made this comment, “If you knew about it, you would use it.”  We had enclosed on site, the banner ( Sweet T) used, that actually is a  explaining the product, yet few have click on it. Not to be redundant, but feel this so important to your health. Here is the the link to click for more information.

http://www.endowmentmed.org/pdf/TrehaloseBigLabelForEndowment.pdf

Study Shows Trehalose More Stable Than Other Sugar  

 Study at UT Southwestern Medical Center Shows Trehalose More Stable than Other Sugars with Enduring Source of Energy

Today’s Health article …

Chocolate milk is being rediscovered, after perhaps being sat back on the shelf,  with just fond memories, of that rich, thick chocolate drink, once stirred up from the can sitting up in the cupboard or from the local supermarket.

It has had its Glory Years, one might say. Then  came the NEW age of sugar craze drinks, diet drinks,  sports drinks, but now we have come full circle again, HEALTHY DRINKS!

Now CHOCOLATE MILK  has been taunted by the rumors, that tainted milk has been used, and other such nonsense, that non resable milk was being used. The Food and Drug administration would love to hear about that one. Since they set stringent rules to provide the safety of the foods we eat and drink. So if the milk does not meet their criteria, it not sold.

Now according to Keith Ayoob EdD.,registered dietition and Associate of Pediatrics at the Albert Einstien College of Medicine, “Milk is a Sports drink,Plus”.  He goes on to further say to WebMd. ” It will supply you with things you need wether or not you’re working out”.

Studies have shown, that your intense exercise, reduces the muscle’s supply of glucose, glycogen, a important source of fuel for any exercise. This needing to be replenished by taking in a serving of carbohydrates approximately 30 minutes after the long workout.

SO Now… Chocolate milk  is being rediscovered as the next Sports Drink!

The additional benefits, drinking more  chocolate milk,  provides the much needed Calcium, Potassium, and Vitamin D.

This drink should be a no brainer for teenagers and adults who are looking for a healthier choice.

Upcoming articles on Health Drinks…

Why they are becoming popular, and why we should consider choosing them part of our daily diet.

What are the health benefits and the facts.

How much should we drink?

Can there be too much of a good thing and what are the side affects if any.

These questions and facts  will be answered shortly by 

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