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Generation S for Sick

2011-10-29T05:51:00.000-07:00

According to the news on the 700 Club; people between the ages of 30 and 45 fall into category generation S for Sick. This generation of people are dying younger, developing Rheumatoid Arthritis and auto immune disease. These people spend too much time on the computer and they eat out more and exercise less. Their bodies are aging at a rapid rate.

From a physicians, (Dr. Arthur Agatston cardiologist)- point of view on the 700 club; he stated that if he sees a person walk in to his office with a belly, he knows that they are either diabetic or pre-diabetics. He also indicated that a round belly is part of a natural mechanism that was intended for people in the times of winter to survive. Their bodies would burn the fat during the winter months and they would survive. This is called Anabolic Syndrome. Due to the fact that we don't exercise as much. The belly is turning into one big toxic chemical; which in turn cause us to die younger and age faster.

Today we are becoming a nation of people with less and less social skills and more about sitting in front of a television, computer or video game,or online chatting. We need to become more active with our families. Have vollyball games at a park. Maybe a family reunion with baseball. Perhaps take the family swimming at a pool or beach.

We eat fast food more often; when we should eat healthy meals at home. Some of the healthier food choices are things like: Nuts, walnuts, avocados, sweet potatoes vs white, whole grain oats is ok for gluten free diet. You can have oats no cream of wheat.

The breads that are processed today have a protein called gluten. It makes the grain stronger, but it has an adverse effect on your belly. The protein sticks to the belly and does not get digested. Physicians are seeing more and more patients with this ailment called Celiac Disease. The disease causes bloating, belching, diarrhea and all kinds of intestinal problems. Most physicians suggest going without oats and whole grains for about one month. You can choose gluten free items such as: Chex cereal, Rice bread which is in the freezer isle and waffles in the freezer isle. You can have corn tortilla instead of white. Eat Rice bread instead of wheat bread.

Best to stock up on carrots cheekapeas, lental, sweet potatoes, blue berries, raspberries, beans, oats and lastly white rice or brown rice.Choose Olive oil instead of saturated fats or transfats. If the Olive oil is to bitter for you, try the lighter olive oil. It's not as strong or bitter.

You can make peanut butter cookies out of : (1) cup of peanut butter, (1/2) cup of sugar, (1) egg. Mold together. Make small balls about the size of a large gum ball. Use non stick spray. Flatten with a fork in a criss cross pattern. Then bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Just until light brown. Let them stand on a cool surface for about 10 minutes. If you try to eat one to quickly, it will come apart.

Lastly, check out the South Beach Diet. It's based on a Mediterranean diet. It's a healthier choice and good for you. You will lose weight. You will feel better and have more energy. There is a book called: South Beach Diet Wakeup call on Amazon.com written by Dr. Arthur Agatston a cardiologist.

Thank you for reading my blog. I hope it helps you live a longer happier life.

Written by Donna C. Ledesma

Writer/Author

Ref: 700 Club News w/ Dr. Arthur Agatston cardiologist

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Suicide

2010-10-14T23:10:00.000-07:00

Christian Comments

I know there are many people that at some point either thought about suicide or actually tried to commit suicide. For those people that are hanging on by a thread I have a special message:

Sometimes it seems that wicked people seem to get their way. They live in nice homes, drive nice cars and don't seem to have a care in the world. 'While good people suffer, illness, pain and poverty.

I am offering you a ray of hope and a promise from God. He will not forget the wicked. No one leaves this earth without paying for their sins. They will be remembered.

So hold on to that Shield and Buckler that God has provided. It will not let you down and you will rise above all these things and the people that seem to torment you.

In the end you will get all the Glory..... Believe me. Don't give up and don't left them win. God has a promise. When people leave you, its because he is opening doors so the right person can come in. When people betray and hurt you. Bless them and go your way. Place them in God hands. He says vengeance is mine! He says if anyone dare hurt my little ones (righteous ones) it would be better then them to take a stone and wrap it around their neck, because they will not be forgiven. God will bless you.. Just ask.

Ecclesiastes15-18

15: All things have I seen in the days of my vanity; there is a just man that perisheth in his righteousness, and and there is a wicked man that prolongeth his life in his wickedness.

(There is a good man that suffers because he is good; and there is a bad man that extends his life in evil.

16: Be not righteous over much neither make thyself over wise; Why shouldest thou destroy thyself?

( Don't be to good nor try to be too smart. Why should you kill yourself?)

17: Be not over much wicked, neither be thou foolish: Why shouldest thou die before thy time?

( Don't do too many things that are bad and foolish; Why should you die before your time?

18: It is good that thou shouldest take hold of this: Yeah, also from this withdraw not thine hand: he that feareth God shall come forth of them all.

(It is good that you pay attention to this:stay strong in your convictions; He that fears God shall overcome- He will rise above them all)

Written by Donna C. Ledesma

Writer/Author

Reference: King James Version

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Race Track On My Body - Laughter is good for the Soul!

2010-08-18T07:51:00.000-07:00

One of the most amazing events in my life and quite funny in fact are the chasing that Hazel and Sadie do from time to time. Sometime in the early morning hours if my cat Hazel and my Shitzu/Bishon wake up before me they are off to the races!

It always starts with a little squeaky bark and a small meow. Then they try to slap each other back and forth. I know this because I am desperately trying to ignore them. Then the chase begins. They literally run circles around my stomach and feet. Over and over again.

In the meantime I'm calming stating, "Sadie! Hazel! Stop it!" Next thing you know Hazel decides she is going to run over my face. Thankfully she is de-clawed. Whew! Sadie however; is not. Aye yi yi,,,,,,,,,

Thats when, "OK! Thats it! Stop it!" They'll stop look at me like What!? Me? What am I doing? They quickly jump to the floor and its on like Donkey Kong. Have you ever heard that music with a bunch of violins that sound like bees? That is the music I hear in my head as I watch them chase each other from the bedroom and to the living room. This goes on for about 10 minutes.

The run to the table. Hazel will jump on a chair and try to slap Sadie as she goes by or tries to jump on the dining chair. All you see is little swipes from underneath the tablecloth. Sadie is standing on her hinds legs and nipping at the cloth and swipes.

But they love each other. They even share the window seal if you can believe that. As you can see they have the same personality. I hope to post my pictures at a later date for you to enjoy. I hope you liked my story.

With puppy love and Kitty love

Donna C. Ledesma
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Take The Dagger Out And Live!

2010-07-23T18:57:00.000-07:00

Sometimes we condemn ourselves by allowing the hurtful words, blame, and the choice that others make as if we should carry the weight of guilt in our hearts. But the truth of the matter is that people make choices every day. Whether right or wrong, each is accountable to himself. And each should not cast blame on others, parents, friends or co-workers for the choices that were made.

To some degree, metaphorically speaking we condemn ourselves everyday, by stabbing our own hearts over and over again from the pain of it all. We even make decisions based on the perception of others. For example: How they want you to live, where you should live, and with whom you should live.

Eventually, we come to the ultimate conclusion. We can keep living our lives for others in order to please others and keep others happy. Or we simply take that dagger out and live... We must live for ourselves. I don't mean in a self serving way. But you have to fight for your own happiness and well being.

Making tough choices is part of the painful process. But what is best for you or I is up to us as individuals to decide. Sometimes it means getting away from the abuser, job, person, or family member that is causing so much pain.

Sometimes, that means washing your hands of situations and people that can literally make you ill. Slowly we succumb to the verbal abuse, physical abuse, a sense of loss of self, your identity as an individual and over all well being. Living everyday to please others except yourself.

There are people who sincerely believe that no one can make you ill. I beg to differ. Thats' why people suffer conditions such as: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, and Suicide.

I feel that the reason abusive individuals believe they are not accountable for how others feel by the words they choose to use against us as individuals; whether it be physical, mental, social, verbal abuse is also very simple. It absolves them of any responsibility and accountability for their actions. They feel nothing for you and your suffering.

So don't allow anyone to victimize you. Take the dagger of condemnation out of your heart and LIVE! Fight for your happiness! Bring your ideas to life. Start your business. Find true love. Someone who is kind and kindhearted. Work on fulfilling your dreams - whatever that may be for you.

For me, it was writing my E-Book "My Story A Mothers Journey," fighting depression, beating cruelty, vindication in a new found strength. Realizing that I have the power to changed things.

I learned to allow my sons grow to be great men. Allow them to make mistakes or be successful in their own right. Of course, as a mother I will always worry about my sons well being. I feel that just because they have grown to be young men, does not by any means define that they should no longer receive words of comfort and wisdom from me or my ex-husband. We will be their parents forever... No matter how old they get.

I also realized that I must take accountability for my own choices and live with them. Good or bad.

I'm not going to keep saying, I'm sorry. I'm not going to allow people to blame me for the decisions of others. I am not going to allow anyone to disrespect me in any form ever again. I choose to wash my hands of such people and take the dagger out. I choose to heal the inner wounds of my heart. I choose to live! Live on my own terms...

Written by Donna C. Ledesma
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Thank you!

2010-06-25T06:11:00.001-07:00

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I would like to thank the wonderful readers of my page in Largo US, Robstown TX, Temple US, Corona Us and my mystery reader somewhere in the US.

God bless you all for being such loyal readers. God bless you abundantly. May your prayers be answered as soon as they are spoken.

With faith and love.
Donna C. Ledesma
Writer/Author

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Fecal Impaction - Family member

2010-06-24T01:33:00.000-07:00

Recently, a family member was feeling quite ill. They were complaining of stomach pain mainly on the lower right side. There was vomiting and cold sweats. Ultimately, the pain would range on scale from 1 to 10 between 7 and 8. My family member began sweating and vomiting throughout the day; as well as severe back pain. By the time my family member arrived from work it was clear they were ill. The pain was described as cramping and a sense of feeling dizzy.

I drove my family member to the hospital. I was afraid it was a gall bladder problem or a appendix problem. We went in and the doctor administered IV fluids for dehydration and Reglan for the nausea. He also gave a small does of Ativan for the anxiety.

The doctor palpated her body and ask how bad was the pain. The pain was coming and going. My family member appeared distended. And x-ray was ordered and blood work was done too verify if her white blood cell count (Leukocyte) was high. Usually indicating an infection of some sort.White blood cells are made in the bone marrow and protect the body against infection. If an infection develops, white blood cells attack and destroy the bacteria, virus, or other organism causing it.

White blood cells are bigger than red blood cells and normally are fewer in number. When a person has a bacterial infection, the number of white cells can increase dramatically.

To continue, when the x-ray was reviewed. It was noted that the entire intestine was full of fecal matter. He stated that the fecal matter had no where else to go except up; if not out from the rectum. Just like backed up plumbing.

So he instructed medication for frequent bowel movements and ordered his patient to stay home a day. He instructed plenty of water, fruit and fiber. Here is a Definition of five major factors that precipitate impaction from WebMd.

Opioid analgesics. (pain relievers) slow the system down
Prolonged inactivity. (sitting too long)
Dietary alterations. (not enough fiber)
Psychiatril illness. (some anti-depressants can slow down the system)
Chronic use of drugs for constipation (laxitives)

Fecal Impaction can be very serious. People can die from fecal impaction. If you experience any of the symtoms go the emergency room right away.

Take care of your body by drinking plenty fluids, eating salads, anything green and fruits and vegetables, less meat, eat plenty cereal and oatmeal. (plenty of Fiber cereal) and exercise. Just walking will get your bowels moving. Drink fruit juice. Like the Dole cans of peaches or pineapple juice.

Another remedy that works well and is alternative is: Cascara Sagrada and Senna. These are just a few. Make sure you don't have food allergies before trying these remedies. Eating something very hot or eating something very cold will also help you go. A spoonful of Olive Oil, mineral oil, or drink warm prune juice.

To conclude. These are just a few ideas to help you maintain a healthy bowel. See your doctor if you notice changes. Go to this link for more information http://www.webmd.com/cancer/tc/ncicdr0000062736-impaction

Written by Donna C. Ledesma

References from:

WebMd : http://www.webmd.com/cancer/tc/ncicdr0000062736-impaction, http://www.webmd.com/hw-popup/white-blood-cell-leukocyte

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Save A Life! -The Death of Andrew Burd

2010-06-16T17:37:00.000-07:00

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Andrew Burd was a small four year old infant who was living with fostering parents Hanna and Larry Overton. This child was placed in their home to be cared for and nurtured. Unfortunately he lived his short little life at the hands of two very abusive people. He died on October 3, 2007 at Driscoll Childrens Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas of sodium poisoning. otherwise known as Hypernatremia. His foster parents were charged with capital murder.

Hannah Overtons' attorneys alleged that Andrew was not abused, but died of Diabetes Insipidus. This disease can cause a person to have nausea, vomiting, intense thirst, lethargy, excessive irritability, muscle twitching, coma and finally death. Which remarkably were some of the symptoms Andrew exhibited before his his death.

In the days before Andrews' death, his foster mother Hanna Overton, told a neighbor that Andrew was intentionally misbehaving. She stated that Andrew made himself throw up and poop. She alleged that he defecated at least eight times and smeared the feces everywhere. Most people know that extremely spicy foods can cause diarrhea. Hannah was quoted, "He's doing it to get to me." No human being on earth can force himself to defecate eight times.

There are many indications that prove that Andrew was suffering from Hypernatremia otherwise known as sodium poisoning. Hanna poured Zazarans spice into Andrews' sipi cup as a form of punishment. The spice brought on the diarrhea and vomiting. Hanna admitted that she often used chili or Zazaran Canjun spice as a form of punishment.

On the the day Andrew fell ill, Hannah was quoted as stating, she fixed two sippy cups with chili and water. Then forced little Andrew to drink it. The first cup was to teach him a lesson. The second cup a form of punishment. The he fell over, hit his head and threw up. She picked him up the stated, "Beat the s*** out of him," in an affidavit.

This illness was not brought on by Diabetes insipidus. According to the Merk McNeal fiffteenth edition, Diabetes insipidus can be caused by severe head injury after a patient has already been in a state of coma or death. It was also alleged that a previous car accident in which Andrew hit his head in the weeks prior brought on the disease. Andrew was not in a coma at the time of the accident nor was he near death.

This is a clear case of abuse. Andrew endured the worse kind of neglect and abuse imaginable by the people who were supposed to care for him. He was under constant video surveillance by his foster mother, Hannah Overton. She often sent him to bed without eating for two days in a row. She used the camera to assure that he did not get up to go to the restroom.

Then little Andrew defecated on himself and all over the bed. Afterwards the sheets were removed and burned. And the mattress was found under the swing set. Andrew was forced to sleep on a piece of plywood. Even the Overtons' own children, who are ages seven and five were not immune to the abuse. They were also punished in the same manner with pepper or soap which was placed their mouths if they were every untruthful or misbehaved.

Andrews little body was observed by the physicians at Driscoll Childrens Hosptial. it was discovered that he had a cigarette burn on his right arm and bruising to his arms and legs. He also had scratches along his stomach, neck and head trauma. There was also bleeding on Andrews brain. The facts indicate he was clearly an abused child.

Further, The Annals of Internal Medicine state that Hypernatremia is usually found in elderly patients who may have been inadvertently prescribed an overdose of fluids via IV in a hospital or nursing home. The American Journal of Forensic Medicine, states that infants who dies from Hypernatremia have an underlying condition or disease that predisposes them to an increased water loss. If no underlying cause such as a disease is indicated, then the only other cause is parental or caretaker neglect as the underlying cause of death.

The news reported that Attorneys speaking on behalf of the Overtons are trying to seek a new hearing. The attorneys submit that there were other witnesses that were not allowed to testify. And also want to submit more important information that could aid their client, Mrs. Hanna Overton. This case, in my opinion was tried fairly and justice prevailed.

On March 25th, 2010 an article posted in the Corpus Christi Caller Times indicated that the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals refused to hear an appeal from Mrs. Overton. It appears Mrs. Overton will continue to serve a life sentence. And her husband Larry Overton, plead guilty to a lesser charge of Criminally neglect homicide. He was sentenced to five years deferred adjudication probation and a $5000.00 fine.

Little Andrew Burd is the real victim. he will never see another birthday, go to high school, marry and have children or life at all. Someone decided his fate for him. Perhaps there is some form of mental illness in Mrs. Overton. There are psychologist and psychiatrist at the state penitentiary who can assess this. In any case, the state penitentiary is a good place for Hannah Overton. It's far enough away from her natural born children. Her own children will be safe with someone who will protect them. Hopefully they will be placed in the care of someone who is more compassionate; for away from their mothers twisted idea of punishment.

If you are a victim of child abuse or a victimizer. Or you want to help someone get out of a difficult situation. Here are a few places to check out. Preventing Child Abuse Creative a Safe Place. http://www.faithaliveresources.org/Preventing-Child-Abuse

http://mnnonline.org/article/11077

http://www.gospel.com/bookmarks/Children/1243

Written by

Donna C. Ledesma

References:

Corpus Christi Caller Times, http://www.caller.com/news/2010/mar/25/hannah-overton-loses-another-appeals-battle/

The Annuals of Internal Medicine, http://www.annals.org/

The American Journal of Forsensic Medicine and Pathology, http://journals.lww.com/amjforensicmedicine/pages/default.aspx

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Colon Cancer and my father

2010-06-09T21:24:00.000-07:00

Pascual V. Ledesma - My father- Colon cancer survivor for six years after diagnosis.

I know the importance of regular colonoscopies. My father was a victim of colon cancer. My father loved meat and lots of it with plenty of gravy. He was a lite smoke and lite drinker. When it was discovered he had colon cancer in 2002, he had a colonectomy . He was never the same after the surgery. He would often appear pale, yellow, and weak. My father used to pace back and forth at night because he was in so much pain. He was given plenty of pain medication that didn't seem to help. My father was fighter though.

He was a prideful man, so he refused to walk with a cane. He tried to be as normal as possible. He fought for his life and won. My father had chemotherapy and survived six more years. I love to watch my parents hold hands as they walked down the bay front in Corpus Christi Texas. In the end, it was a heart attack that claimed his life. He died in his sleep at the age of 69 on October 26th 2008.

My family, especially on my fathers side, has a genetic predisposition to cancer. There are many things that we can do to help us fight cancer and our chances of getting colon cancer. The following is from WEBMD.COM: http://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/default.htm

"Colon cancer and cancer of the rectum usually begin as a small polyp. While most colon polyps are benign, some do become cancerous. Colon cancer symptoms may include a change in bowel habits or bleeding, but usually colon cancer strikes without symptoms. That’s why it’s important to get a colon cancer screening test, such as a colonoscopy. If the cancer is found early, the doctor can use surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy for effective treatment."

One of the earliest signs of colorectal cancer is bloody stool. Rectal bleeding; sometimes can be mistaken for hemorrhoids. Narrow stools for a long period of time. Bloating and cramping are other signs to look for. Constipation, black tarry stools, nausea, vomiting, fatigue and weight loss for no apparent reason. Go to World Village.com for more information: http://worldvillage.com/what-are-colon-cancer-early-symptoms

The earlier you catch the polyps the better your survival rate. Especially if you have a family history of cancer and are above the age of 50. I had mine done after my father was diagnosed. His detection saved my life. My physician found polyps on two separate occasions. This was in my early thirties and again in my forties.

Colon cancer is curable, if it's caught early. Today there are many avenues to take. There is the removal of polps and prevention, such as:

Report any unsual changes in bowel habits to your physician.
Schedule a colonoscopy. (Especially if you have a family history of cancer)
Don't eat to much red meat.
Drink a glass of wine with dinner
Drink green tea
Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables for fiber.

Watch your diet and try to maintain a healthy weight. Go for walks. You don't need to run to lose weight. If walking is difficult try swimming. Stay active and eat plenty of fiber, drink water with your meals. Cut back on fat. Remove the skin from the chicken and cut the fat off of meat.

To conclude. You're the best person to detect the early signs of cancer if you know what to look for. The earlier you seek treatment the better your survival rate. Know the signs and seek help immediately.

Written by Donna C. Ledesma

Copyright (c) 2010
All rights reserved.

References:
WEBMD.com http://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/default.htm
World Village.com http://worldvillage.com/what-are-colon-cancer-early-symptoms

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Losing Weight

2010-06-03T05:02:00.000-07:00

There are many of us who are at least 30lbs or more over weight. Especially where climates are very very warm. My best advise is to start slow. Walk once a week, then try twice a week and slowly you will see that your energy will return. You will eventually reach a point where you can't seem to pass that plateau. Example you have been at 150lbs and have done everything. This is when you buy a video and work out.

Also get a physical checkup before any diet or exercise program. If you can't speak while walking, your working too hard. If you feel short of breath or dizzy, slow down or stop. If the shortness of breath doesn't subside and you develop chest pain, stop. Seek immediate medical attention. That extra 30lbs can add many health problems. Your chances are higher of having a heart attack, developing diabetes, developing cancer, high blood pressure and short life span.

We know that small portions or portion control is the key. We also know that we can eat on a smaller plate of food instead of filling a large plate of food. We learned to eat backwards, such as eating your vegetables first, drink plenty of water with meals, and eating your heaviest meal at noon.

Other weight loss techniques are:

Work on your garden.
Mow the lawn.
Clean your house or vehicle.
Take walks in the evening.
Play with your kids.
Try parking further then usual
Takes stairs instead of the elevator

Studies show if you exercise before bed, you're still metabolizing while you sleep for at least one hour more. You can also try to watch the foods you eat such as:

Eat less carbohydrates such as potatoes, anything white.
Try brown rice instead of white.
Stay away from foods high in fat
Cook with olive oil or cooking spray
Try Wheat bread instead of White bread.
Try Wheat Tortillas instead of regular tortillas.

Remember portion control. A small handful of raisins or an apple should fill you up enough before bed. Trying eating peanuts or nuts before a meal to fill you up before meals. This is a neat trick when your on the go and don't have time to stop for a meal.

Also you increase your chances of gaining more weight with products that contain fructose: such as sodas. Try carbonated drinks or sugar free drinks such as Crystal Lite. When your at a restaurant try these tips.

Take the fat off of your chicken and beef.
Eat less red meat.
Try water with lemon at restaurants
Order a childs' plates for a meal instead of an adult size.
Eat salads. Salads will keep your bowls running efficiently.

And lastly, try these tips while your at home.

Try Yogurt whips in the freezer instead of ice cream. Add bananas, pears or apples.
Eat a small bowl of cereal.
Eat more greens like broccoli, green beans and brussel sprouts.

Pick one day out of the week that you will eat what you like in moderation. Such as ice cream or pizza. Stay healthy. Good Luck! I'm sure you'll do great! And please pass the site to others. You could be saving a life!

Written by
Donna C. Ledesma.
Copyright © 2010
All rights reserved.

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2010-05-23T14:07:00.000-07:00

I am not a Doctor or Nurse, but I have worked in the Health Care most of my life. Always ask questions and get help when necessary. See your Doctor and have your exams. Early detection is everything.

The best advise I can give anyone about health matters is:

1. Always get a second opinion. 2. Be your own Advocate. Push your doctor to order test. Even if he feels that nothing has been found. And yet you still feel ill and know something is not right. 3. If he/she does not listen. Find another one who will.

Case in point. One of my eldest sisters was feeling very ill for a long time. She was weak, nauseated, and was having a heavy menus. She talk to her doctor who I feel is a great doctor. But even doctors can make mistakes. My sister is a social person. She smoked from the time she was 12 years old.

Her Doctor advised that she have a procedure in which the lining of the uterus was to be burned off with a net. She agreed and they proceeded with the procedure. In the following weeks she was a little better. But I knew something was wrong, when I visited her at her home in Pecos New Mexico.

She was lying on the couch. She looked very pale and she couldn't even lift her head from the pillow. She said that she was still having problems and that she was still having heavy bleeding. I told her that I felt that she might have cancer. Because all of her symptoms were not normal and the procedure didn't work. I didn't want to scare her but I wanted her to get more help.

By all accounts my sister is a very active person. She is constantly doing something. Whether is was hanging out with friends, playing tennis or playing pool. She is a active strong woman who rarely complains at least to this degree. When I saw her just laying there with no strength. I will admit, it scared me.

And we have a family history of cancer. My father, cousins, and uncle on my fathers side of the family.

Thankfully, she returned to the doctor and told him she wanted a hysterectomy. I am not a doctor, nor a nurse. However, I have worked in hospitals most of my life. I was a Nurse Aid have experienced many things. I do not promote hysterectomy for everyone who has a heavy mensus. You must try every avenue first. What ever your doctor may feel is best for you.

My sister had the hysterectomy. Upon examining the deep tissue of the uterus; the test indicated she had cancer deep in the lining of the uterus. She had pap smears and they always came out good. But because of her persistence she saved her own life.

The doctor was very kind and apologized for not listening to her. And my sister who can be gracious told him it was OK. At least they caught it. Like I said before. This Doctor is a great doctor. He was my personal doctor as well. And he listened to me when I spoke. And helped me a great deal.

My sister was very lucky. He found the cancer in its first stage. It hadn't penetrated the uterine wall. But was somewhere in between. The earlier you catch cancer; the higher your survival rate.

But in all fairness, some illnesses cannot always be detected right away. Ask for blood work, CT. ect.... Especially if you feel that something is not right. And every recourse you have tried doesn't seem to work.

Remember god gave us Doctors who are wise; but they are also human. Some cancers are not easily detected. Such as in the case of my sister. I still trust my Gynecologist and would continue to use his services if I lived in New Mexico.

Things to look for in Cancer of the uterus. From: Cancer Society

Important fact: Uterine Sarcoma must be found early.

The following is from the American Cancer Societies Web Site:

"The Pap test, which screens for cervical cancer, can occasionally find some early uterine sarcomas, but it is not a good test for this type of cancer.
The Pap test is very effective, however, in finding early carcinomas of the cervix (the lower part of the uterus). For information on screening tests for cervical cancer, see our document, Cervical Cancer."Last Medical Review: 11/18/2009 Last Revised: 11/18/2009

Written by Donna C. Ledesma

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Thank you!

2010-05-16T20:55:00.000-07:00

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I would like to thank the readers of Save a Life. If you would like to summit your personal story, I will be happy to post it. I am trying to help people become their own Medical Advocates. I will write a story about that soon. Most importantly lets save lives.

Thank you to Corona US, Robstown TX, West Monroe, Largo, and somewhere in the US.

May the light of God always shine upon you. May you always be bless with love and happiness. May his Angels carry you and yours in safety always.

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Author Donna C. Ledesma

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2010-05-15T10:58:00.001-07:00

Eating fruit can save your life and give you a youthful life

2010-05-12T15:49:00.000-07:00

Subject: From Dr. Oz about eating fruit

Remember to take your Vitamins!

This is informative!

We all think eating fruit means just buying fruit, cutting it up and popping it into our mouths. It's not that easy. It's important to know how and when to eat fruit.

What's the correct way to eat fruit?

IT MEANS NOT EATING FRUIT AFTER A MEAL! FRUIT SHOULD BE EATEN ON AN EMPTY STOMACH.

Eating fruit like that plays a major role in detoxifying your system, supplying you with a great deal of energy for weight loss and other life activities.

FRUIT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT FOOD.

Let's say you eat two slices of bread, then a slice of fruit. The slice of fruit is ready to go straight through the stomach into the intestines, but it's prevented from doing so.

In the meantime, the whole meal rots and ferments, and turns to acid. The minute the fruit comes into contact with the food in the stomach, and digestive juices, the entire mass of food begins to spoil.

Eat your fruit on an empty stomach, or before your meal! You've heard people complain: Every time I eat watermelon I burp, when I eat durian my stomach bloats, when I eat a banana I feel like running to the toilet, etc. This will not happen if you eat the fruit on an empty stomach. Fruit mixes with the putrefying other food and produces gas. Hence, you bloat!

There's no such thing as some fruits, like orange and lemon are acidic, because all fruit becomes alkaline in our body, according to Dr. Herbert Shelton who did research on this matter. If you have mastered the correct way of eating fruit, you have the Secret of Beauty, Longevity, Health, Energy, Happiness and normal weight.
When you need to drink fruit juice drink only fresh fruit juice, NOT the concentrated juice from the cans. Don't drink juice that has been heated. Don't eat cooked fruit; you don't get the nutrients at all. You get only the taste. Cooking destroys all of the vitamins.

Eating a whole fruit is better than drinking the juice. If you should drink the juice, drink it mouthful by mouthful slowly, because you must let it mix with your saliva before swallowing it. You can go on a 3-day fruit-fast to cleanse your body. Eat fruit and drink fruit juice for just 3 days, and you will be surprised when your friends say how radiant you look!

KIWI: Tiny but mighty, and a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E and fibre. Its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange!

AN APPLE a day keeps the doctor away? Although an apple has a low vitamin C content, it has antioxidants and flavonoids which enhances the activity of vitamin C, thereby helping to lower the risk of colon cancer, heart attack and stroke.

STRAWBERRY: Protective Fruit. Strawberries have the highest total antioxidant power among major fruits and protect the body from cancer-causing, blood vessel-clogging free radicals.

EATING 2 - 4 ORANGES a day may help keep colds away, lower cholesterol, prevent and dissolve kidney stones, and reduce the risk of colon cancer.

WATERMELON: Coolest thirst quencher. Composed of 92% water, it is also packed with a giant dose of glutathione, which helps boost our immune system. Also a key source of lycopene, the cancer-fighting oxidant. Also found in watermelon: Vitamin C and Potassium.

GUAVA & PAPAYA: Top awards for vitamin C. They are the clear winners for their high vitamin C content. Guava is also rich in fiber, which helps prevent constipation. Papaya is rich in carotene, good for your eyes.

Drinking Cold water after a meal = Cancer!

Can you believe this? For those who like to drink cold water, this applies to you. It's nice to have a cold drink after a meal, however, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you've just consumed, which slows digestion. Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal.

Remember to still take your Vitamins!A serious note about heart attacks.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF A PENDING HEART ATTACK

Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting. Be aware of intense pain in the jaw. You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. Sixty percent of people who have a heart attack while they're asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Be careful, and be aware. The more we know, the better our chance to survive.

A cardiologist said if everyone who gets this mail sends it to 10 people, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life.

It can even be your life!

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Breast Cancer Awareness - My personal story

2010-05-07T20:49:00.000-07:00

This month we are acknowledging Breast Cancer Awareness. This is a very important subject for me. There have been at least three family members that were suspected of having breast cancer. Unfortunately one was a long distance cousin. She passed from breast cancer at a very young age. Her family was unable to afford a funeral. The Ledesma/Garcia Family has a family plot in Orange Grove Texas called, "La Parita". The grave site is intended for family members who can not afford to be buried in town. It's free for any family member in need.

I was also diagnosed with a lump in my left breast when I was only 18 years old. I was very frightened. I cried every day. And I felt angry and was wondering why me? Thankfully I had my father to help me through that difficult period in my life.

I remember that I was diagnosed with the lump at a free clinic in Corpus Christi Texas. They told me that the lump felt like the size of a quarter. Unfortunately, they referred me to a doctor six months later. There were many young women who were their for many reasons. Some for birth control others for Gynecological reasons.

When I went to see my doctor who was also a surgeon. I remember that he was very angry. He was angry because I was so young and I wasn't referred to him sooner. I remember that they asked me to lay back with a flap of thin tissue paper around me. It looked like a vest. He was very careful in keeping my dignity. He palpitated around in a circular motion and pressed down a bit. That's when he felt the lump.

He told me that he was going to need to do a biopsy. He and a nurse prepared me and explained what that meant. They told me that they were going to use a long needle that if they drew fluid then it was possible that it was a sac full of water/fluid. Which would be a good sign. However, If they felt tissue then a small piece would be extracted for examination via the needle.

He used a local anesthetic and I prepared myself, by closing my eyes. I didn't want to see the long needle go into my breast. There was a small problem. Upon entering the tissue he found the lump, but did not extract water/fluid. Instead he extracted tissue.

Next, I was scheduled for surgery. Dr. Rolong was very re-assuring. He told me that he was going to make sure that the incision would not cause me to have an inverted nipple. He explained that he would make an incision like a half "C". Then he would extract the lump. He told me that he would sew it from the inside so that I wouldn't have a terrible scar. He did a great job.

After that I went home and I waited for the news. I cried a lot and my father was there with plenty of hugs and re-assurance. He prayed for me and asked god to intercede on my behalf. I was so worried and frightened. I went through so many emotions. I was scared, angry, confused, hopeful and anxious.

They were going to examine the tissue to see if it was benign or cancerous. I don't remember exactly but a few days later they call came. It was a cyst. Thankfully benign. (non-cancerous)

This why I feel that breast examinations are very important.

1. Your breast should not be odd in size. Such as one very much larger then the other.
2. There should not be any kind of discoloration. Such as Orange, yellow, or blue.
3. If you press the nipple there should not be any fluid excreted from the nipple.
4. If you do have lumps. Check to see if they move around.
5. If they do, chances are they are just cyst. But you should seek a Medical Doctor for any lump.
6. If the lumps don't move. Seek help right away.

Early signs (from the Radiology Associates Breast Imaging Center)

1. A lump is usually single, firm, and often painless
2. A portion of the skin on the breast or underarm swells and has an unusual appearance.
3. Veins on the surface of the skin become prominent on one breast. ( stand out)
4. The nipple becomes inverted, develops a rash, changes in skin texture, or has a discharge.
5. A depression (indentation) is found in an area of the breast surface.

Preventive information: from the Radiology Associates Breast Imaging Center)

1. Low-fat diet. regular exercise. (there are studies that show overweight people have a higher risk of developing breast cancer. Men or Woman.
2. Monthly self examination starting at age 20. (or as in my case 18)
3. Have clinical breast exams every 3 years from 20-39 years of age.
4. Woman age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year and should continue to so for as long as they are in good health.

The earlier that you can catch the lump the better for you. I was fortunate.

Take care and god bless. Go to the link that I posted for more information. http://www.breastcancer.org/

Donna C. Ledesma

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Save a Life!

2010-05-04T22:12:00.000-07:00

I can tell you a personal story, one of which you may or may not have heard about. You see, my father was a light smoker and a light drinker. He was a loving father and a hard working man. He took us on so many trips growing up. We went camping, to Kings Island in Ohio, Six flags, Sea world and traveled a great deal.

On the day that my father first complained about chest pain. I will tell you that I was very nervous. I was nervous because I have extensive training in CPR and worked on a Medical Surgical Floor at Saint Vincents Hospital in Santa Fe New Mexico for about 4 years and 10 months just shy of five years.

I knew that heart attack symptoms can manifest in many ways. I often studied the chart on our floor. The diagram indicated that an individual can have pain either on the left arm, right arm and center chest. And the pain may radiate to the back below the clavicle. In women it can manifest as indigestion. Some of the signs of impending heart are dropping things involuntarily. Leg cramps and waking up with a severe headache. Most often people who suffer heart attacks are likely to suffer the heart attack in the early morning hours. Such as my father did.

He complained of pain for about four days. I took him to his doctor and his doctor whom we trust was a family physician; told him that he pulled a muscle. I wished now that he had ordered an EKG. I offered to take my father to the emergency room. He declined, because he couldn't afford the bill and felt it would be cheaper to go see his personal doctor.

My father passed away from heart attack sometime between 3 and 4 am sitting on the couch watching television. In some ways I feel cheated. My father was only 69 years young. His mother and father lived to their eighties. So naturally I thought my father would too.

But there was another problem that shortened his life. My father was diagnosed with colon cancer. He had a colonectomy in 2003. He survived colon cancer, endured tremendous pain in his lower gut. He also endured chemotherapy and was never the same man again. He would often look very tired and yellow. He was very weak and slept a great deal. He went through bouts of depression. And he tried to hang on as long as possible. He did have some good days. And on those days he worked on his little projects, such as: fixing bikes or vacuum cleaners. He survived six more years. He died at the age of sixty-nine.

Now that I know that my family has a genetic predisposition to cancer; I want to save as many family members as possible. My sons, my uncles, my aunts, my sisters and my brother.

My eldest son Sebastian bought the smokeless greensmoke cigarette for my middle son. He wanted to help him quit. It was the greatest idea! My son tried the product. Liked the way it tasted and didn't feel agitated. He really enjoyed the product. So when a friend of mine sent me the link I decided to promote this product.

How many of us have family members who smoke? And how of us, have family that has passed away from the carcinogens in cigaretts. I have an uncle who passed from stomach cancer he was a smoker and a drinker. My father passed from a heart attack he was a mild smoker, but a smoker non the less.

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