tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-357322172025-04-17T13:34:07.295-07:00Your source for useful health information. From exercise and diet tips, information on various medical conditions, to delicious and healthy meal recipes , this blog guides you to keeping a healthy and positive well-being.Fadila & Alanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10626322579166317075noreply@blogger.comBlogger191125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35732217.post-39290328741478520052008-09-18T02:26:00.001-07:002008-09-18T02:54:52.490-07:00

Grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, lemons and limes are all excellent sources of ascorbic acid, the form of vitamin C found in plants. As a component of food, this nutritional superstar has myriad immune functions, including enhancing the movement of phago¬cytes, boosting NK-cell activity and building and maintaining mucous membranes and collagen, a tissue that plays a vital role in wound

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Garlic fans adore the bulb's pungent flavour and so should health seekers. Several of the same chemicals that contribute to garlic's intense flavour also appear to help block cancer by preventing the formation of some carcinogens that damage DNA. Garlic may also stimulate an increase in the production of the immune-system chemicals interleukin-2, tumour necrosis factor and interferon gamma — the

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--A rapidly progressive, degenerative disease of the upper and lower motor neurons characterized by atrophy of the hands, arms, legs, and, eventually, the entire body. Seventy percent of individuals die within 5 years of diagnosis.  Causes and Incidence The etiology of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is unknown, but proposed explanations include genetics, metabolic disturbances, and

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--A chronic, progressive, neurologic disorder characterized by degeneration of the neurons in the cerebral cortex and subcortical structures, resulting in irreversible impairment of intellect and memory.  Causes and Incidence The cause is unknown, although theories involving genetic links, neurotransmitter deficiencies, viruses, aluminum poisoning, autoimmune disease, and viruses have been

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A hypertensive disorder resulting from excess production of aldosterone by the adrenal gland. Causes and Incidence Most cases are caused by an adenoma of the adrenal gland. Other causes are adrenal nodular hyperplasia and adrenal carcinoma. Only 0.5% to 2% of those with hypertension are affected. The condition is three times more likely to affect women; the typical age ranges from 30 to 50

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Acute respiratory failure associated with pulmonary injury and characterized by noncardiogenic pulmonary edema, hypoxemia, and severe respiratory distress. Causes and Incidence Adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is precipitated by a variety of acute processes that injure the lung. Trauma is the most common cause; others are anaphylaxis, aspiration of gastric reflux, pneumonia,

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Addison's disease is a progressive, chronic disease process resulting from a decline in the production of adrenocortical steroids as the adrenal cortex is destroyed. Causes and Incidence Most cases are the result of idiopathic atrophy of the adrenal cortex; the rest are due to destruction of the entire gland. Clinical signs often are manifested during periods of metabolic stress. About 4

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Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or better known as AIDS, is a terminal, secondary immunodeficiency syndrome characterized by dysfunction of cell-mediated immunity and manifested by opportunistic infections and malignancies. Causes and Incidence The cause is thought to be one of several related retroviruses (human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV) that convert viral RNA into a proviral DNA

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A premature separation of a normally implanted placenta from the uterine wall, usually occurring in the third trimester of pregnancy. Causes and Incidence The etiology is unknown but is believed to be related to hypertensive and cardiovascular disease processes or use of cocaine. Abruptio placentae occurs in 0.5% to 3.5% of all deliveries. Disease Process The placenta releases from the wall

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Cancer institutes around the world value broccoli as the number-one anticancer food, and with good reasons. As well as being rich in disease-fighting vitamin C, it also contains sulforaphane, a phyto-chemical that occurs naturally in broccoli and other vegetables of the cruciferous family — kale, cabbage, cauliflower, bok choy, brussels sprouts and many salad greens. Sulforaphane stimulates the

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Anthocyanins, the pigments that give blueberries their stunning deep colour, have potent immune-stimulating properties. Because they are antioxidants, anthocyanins protect capillaries (tiny blood vessels) from oxidative damage. In doing so, they promote brisk blood flow through the circulatory channels through which many immune cells travel to reach parts of the body that need their help.

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Need more proof of the healing power of food? Look no further than the humble tomato, which has earned more high scores than any other menu item in studies of cancer-fighting foods. Along with a rich supply of vitamin C, tomatoes are loaded with lycopene. This powerful antioxidant gives them their luscious red colour and it has been convincingly shown to defend the body against cancer. Tomatoes

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One of the first things you need to know about your immune system is that these forces, which defend you against infection and other illnesses, cannot wage their best battle unless they are being well nourished.Because eating too few of the right nutrients can weaken your body and allow germs and disease to gain a foothold, a good diet is the first and most important way to stay well. That's

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In many cases, this digestive problem can be prevented with some simple lifestyle changes. But when heartburn hits - as it does daily for millions of people, including one in five Australians -natural remedies can provide quick relief from those unwelcome fiery sensations.What It IsTo help digest food, the stomach produces about a liter of hydrochloric acid a day. Usually, the acid isn't a

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Used for thousands of years to treat fevers and headaches, white willow bark contains a chemical forerunner of today's most popular painkiller - aspirin. The herb is sometimes called 'herbal aspirin', but has few of that drug's side effects.What It IsWhite willow bark comes from the stately white willow-tree, which can grow up to 23 meters tall. In China, its medicinal properties have been

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The ruddy complexion of many fair-skinned people may not always be a healthy glow, but a sign of rosacea, a common skin problem. Even though there is no cure, symptoms of this chronic condition can often be controlled and skin damage prevented.What It IsThe first signs of rosacea (pronounced rose-AY-shah) are recurrent patches of redness on the cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin, and the appearance

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Although baby boomers may regard black cohosh as the new 'in' herb, its healing abilities were recognised more than a century ago. Native American and American pioneer women alike found the root of this plant to be one of the most useful natural medicines for women.What It Is"Black" describes the dark color of the root, and cohosh is derived from an Algonquian word for 'rough'. Long used to treat

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Sometimes called the world's most soothing plant, chamomile has traditionally been enjoyed as a tea to relax the nerves and ease digestive complaints. In concentrated form, this herb is increasingly found in pills and tinctures, and in skin formulas to treat sores and rashes.What It IsThere are two different herbs called chamomile: German chamomile and Roman chamomile. The more popular one (and

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Native Americans regularly consumed this herb as a food, so they were probably not plagued by prostate problems. Now one of the ten best-selling supplements in the US, saw palmetto is becoming popular in many other countries as well.What It IsThe saw palmetto, a small palm tree that grows wild from Texas to South Carolina, gets its name from the spiny, saw-toothed stems that lie at the base of

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Rumored to have been prescribed by the Incas to treat serious ailments, the herb pau d'arco has recently been investigated as a remedy for infectious diseases and cancer. Though its anticancer properties are debatable, it may indeed combat a variety of infections.What It IsPau d'arco is obtained from the inner bark of a tree -Tabebuia impetiginosa - indigenous to the rainforests of South America.

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Although Western researchers have studied cat's claw since the 1970s and European doctors have used it since the 1980s, popular interest in this herb has surged only recently. Studies suggest it may boost the immune system, which may benefit people with cancer.What It IsIn the Amazon basin of South America, one of the woody tropical vines that twines up trees in the rainforest features at the

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If you can't explain why every muscle in your body seems to hurt lately, you may have fibromyalgia, an elusive disorder that affects millions of people. This condition is most common among women between the ages of 20 and 50, although it can strike anyone at any age.What It IsDefined as a rheumatic disorder, fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread muscle pain and fatigue. In the morning, a

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This ancient Chinese tonic, rediscovered by the Russians after World War II, helps people to withstand stress. It appears to benefit the whole body, sharpening physical and mental performance and restoring vitality during times of overwork or illness.What It IsAlso called eleuthero, Siberian ginseng is a distant botanical cousin of Panax ginseng, which is better known. Although not as revered (or

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A hugely popular herb all around the world, ginseng is added to everything from fruit juices to vitamin supplements. Even though most of these in fact contain little ginseng, quality ginseng does have a variety of protective effects on the body.What It IsPanax ginseng (also called Asian, Chinese or Korean ginseng) has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years to enhance both longevity

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Once considered just a potent source of vitamin A, beta-carotene has gained prominence as a disease-fighting substance. Today, experts think that beta-carotene - along with the related nutrients called carotenoids - may protect against heart disease and cancer.What It IsBeta-carotene is part of a larger group of nutrients known as carotenoids, which are the yellow-orange pigments found in fruits

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