Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Science Confirms Turmeric As Effective As 14 Drugs

Science Confirms Turmeric As Effective As 14 Drugs

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Turmeric is one the most thoroughly researched plants in existence today.  Its medicinal properties and components (primarily curcumin) have been the subject of over 5600 peer-reviewed and published biomedical studies.  In fact, our five-year long research project on this sacred plant has revealed over 600 potential preventive and therapeutic applications, as well as 175 distinct beneficial physiological effects. This entire database of 1,585 ncbi-hyperlinked turmeric abstracts can be downloaded as a PDF at our Downloadable Turmeric Document page, and acquired either as a retail item or with 200 GMI-tokens, for those of you who are already are members and receive them automatically each month.
Given the sheer density of research performed on this remarkable spice, it is no wonder that a growing number of studies have concluded that it compares favorably to a variety of conventional medications, including:
  • Lipitor/Atorvastatin(cholesterol medication): A 2008 study published in the journal Drugs in R & D found that a standardized preparation of curcuminoids from Turmeric compared favorably to the drug atorvastatin (trade name Lipitor) on endothelial dysfunction, the underlying pathology of the blood vessels that drives atherosclerosis, in association with reductions in inflammation and oxidative stress in type 2 diabetic patients. [i]  [For addition curcumin and 'high cholesterol' research – 8 abstracts]
  • Corticosteroids (steroid medications): A 1999 study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research found that the primary polyphenol in turmeric, the saffron colored pigment known as curcumin, compared favorably to steroids in the management of chronic anterior uveitis, an inflammatory eye disease.[ii]  A 2008 study published in Critical Care Medicine found that curcumin compared favorably to the corticosteroid drug dexamethasone in the animal model as an alternative therapy for protecting lung transplantation-associated injury by down-regulating inflammatory genes.[iii] An earlier 2003 study published in Cancer Letters found the same drug also compared favorably to dexamethasone in a lung ischaemia-repurfusion injury model.[iv]  [for additional curcumin and inflammation research – 52 abstracts]
  • Prozac/Fluoxetine & Imipramine  (antidepressants): A 2011 study published in the journalActa Poloniae Pharmaceutica found that curcumin compared favorably to both drugs in reducing depressive behavior in an animal model.[v] [for additional curcumin and depression research – 5 abstracts]
  • Aspirin (blood thinner): A 1986 in vitro and ex vivo study published in the journalArzneimittelforschung found that curcumin has anti-platelet and prostacyclin modulating effects compared to aspirin, indicating it may have value in patients prone to vascular thrombosis and requiring anti-arthritis therapy.[vi]  [for additional curcumin and anti-platelet research]
  • Anti-inflammatory Drugs: A 2004 study published in the journal Oncogene found that curcumin (as well as resveratrol) were effective alternatives to the drugs aspirin, ibuprofen, sulindac, phenylbutazone, naproxen, indomethacin, diclofenac, dexamethasone, celecoxib, and tamoxifen in exerting anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activity against tumor cells.[vii] [for additional curcumin and anti-proliferative research – 15 abstracts]
  • Oxaliplatin (chemotherapy drug): A 2007 study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that curcumin compares favorably with oxaliplatin as an antiproliferative agenet in colorectal cell lines.[viii] [for additional curcumin and colorectal cancer research – 52 abstracts]
  • Metformin (diabetes drug): A 2009 study published in the journal Biochemitry and Biophysical Research Community explored how curcumin might be valuable in treating diabetes, finding that it activates AMPK (which increases glucose uptake) and suppresses gluconeogenic gene expression  (which suppresses glucose production in the liver) in hepatoma cells. Interestingly, they found curcumin to be 500 times to 100,000 times (in the form known as tetrahydrocurcuminoids(THC)) more potent than metformin in activating AMPK and its downstream target acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC). [ix]
Another way in which turmeric and its components reveal their remarkable therapeutic properties is in research on drug resistant- and multi-drug resistant cancers.  We have two sections on our site dedicated to researching natural and integrative therapies on these topics, and while there are dozens of substances with demonstrable efficacy against these chemotherapy- and radiation-resistant cancers, curcumin tops both lists:
We have found no less than 54 studies indicating that curcumin can induce cell death or sensitize drug-resistant cancer cell lines to conventional treatment.[x]
We have identified 27 studies on curcumin’s ability to either induce cell death or sensitize multi-drug resistant cancer cell lines to conventional treatment.[xi]
Considering how strong a track record turmeric (curcumin) has, having been used as both food and medicine in a wide range of cultures, for thousands of years, a strong argument can be made for using curcumin as a drug alternative or adjuvant in cancer treatment.
Or, better yet, use certified organic (non-irradiated) turmeric in lower culinary doses on a daily basis so that heroic doses won’t be necessary later in life after a serious disease sets in.  Nourishing yourself, rather than self-medicating with ‘nutraceuticals,’ should be the goal of a healthy diet.  [learn more at Sayer Ji's new collaborative project EATomology]

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Credits: Written by Sayer Ji of www.greenmedinfo.com, where this article was originally featured. 
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Chinese Study Finds a Stunning Carcinogen Neutralizer

Chinese Study Finds a Stunning Carcinogen Neutralizer

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A diet of mostly whole, organically-grown foods is undoubtedly among the most effective ways to prevent disease and achieve optimal health, and sprouts may offer some of the highest levels of nutrition.
From my perspective, broccoli, watercress, and sunflower sprouts are foods that virtually everyone can and would benefit from growing. Adding these to your diet can go a long way toward improving your nutritional status—and it won’t cost you much to grow them.
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Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Top 10 mostDangerous Actsto avoid after Every Meal

Top 10 mostDangerous Actsto avoid after Every Meal

It is never possible for any of us to remain alive without meal. At the same time some people have sorts of habits which they love to enjoy with immediately after the lunch or dinner has been finished, such as some people love to drink wines or a lot of water, while others sit front of televisions for long hours. 
Every person has his own habits, but now all of them are beneficial. So we need to keep a control over our activities done after the meal. If you are the person who wants to live healthy and active life, then keep in mind the following top 10 most dangerous acts to avoid after every meal.

10. Avoid the Wines:

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Drinking wines and champagne after can harm your stomach and digestive system. According to a research, it has now been proven that champions’ excessive intake after every meal disturbs our blood circulations and can lead the person face serious health issues.

9. No Smoking:

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Smoking, in any case, is harmful. But it is especially forbid by the healthcare professionals after the breakfast, lunch or dinners. If you don’t avoid it, then be ready to get developed with lungs cancer and mouth cancer.

8. Avoid Fruits:

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Fruits like apple, mango and bananas are themselves very healthy and calories rich, so how your stomach will manage them if you intake after a meal. Be friendly with your stomach and don’t eat too much that can disturb its functioning.

7. No Juices or Liquids please:

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Juices, shakes and other liquids except water are also dangerous if you wait for not even a second to have them after your meal. But of course if you are feeling cold or tired due to the external environment then you can take a small cup of coffee or tea.

6. Avoid taking Shower:

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When we eat our meal, the digestive and circulatory systems work together and our bodies get warmth. In such a condition, taking shower can be threatened for your health.

5. Don’t sit Calm:

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Sitting calm and quiet is what you have not to do after the meal. Start some conversation with your brother, friend or anyone around when the meal is finished. Sitting calm means you will give enough time to your body calories to act like fatty materials to make you obese, while conversations can strengthen your blood circulation and burn the calories consistently with your body movements.

4. Avoid loosing your Belly belt:

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Once you have taken enough meal and now feeling pressure onto your belly, then don’t loose it anyhow. Let it remain in the position it was in, otherwise the fats and calories will have enough space within your stomach to expand your belly size. Ultimately this can make you obese.

3. Avoid meal after meal:

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Have you ever heard of the concept of taking meal after meal? No? Then let me tell you that taking meal after meal means you are taking double at a time. Let me clarify with a small example, if you have taken your regular dinner and someone is offering you with a pizza or burger, then say a big NO to him. This is what we call meal after meal which you need to avoid as it can be dangerous for your stomach.

2. Don’t Sleep immediately:

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Laying down in the bed and thinking to go to sleep immediately after a meal can harm your digestive system. It will be like a burden over your stomach when you go to sleep after a meal, so take some time and sit on the chair or sofa even when you are doing nothing.

1. Avoid Jogging or Exercising:

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When the meal is finished and you have nothing special to do, then you can do a light walk in the lawn. Just make sure you start running faster or don’t do exercises when have eaten something. It will be seriously bad for your health otherwise.

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Monday, June 30, 2014

The 9 Foods You Should Never Eat

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The 9 Foods You Should Never Eat

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There are a number of unhealthy foods on the market today. It would take forever to list them all so here are my top nine to avoid at all costs…
1) Canned tomatoes
BPA is a toxic chemical linked to reproductive abnormalities, neurological effects, heightened risk of breast and prostate cancers, diabetes, heart disease and more. To avoid this hazardous chemical, avoid canned foods entirely and stick to fresh fruits and vegetables, or switch over to brands that use glass containers instead—especially for acidic foods like tomatoes.
2) Processed meats
Deli meats are typically made with meats from animals given growth hormones, antibiotics and other veterinary drugs. These meats also typically contain sodium nitrite and other chemical flavorings and dyes. Processed should be avoided entirely as processed meats increase your risk of cancer, and NO amount of processed meat is “safe.” Fresh organically-raised grass-fed or pastured meats, or wild caught salmon are healthier options.
3) Margarine
There are a myriad of unhealthy components to margarine and other butter impostors, including trans fats, free radicals, emulsifiers and preservatives, hexane and other toxic solvents. Raw milk butter, when made from grass-fed cows, is rich in beneficial conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which is known to help fight cancer and diabetes.
4) Vegetable oils
Vegetable oils are highly processed, and when consumed in large amounts, they distort the important omega-6 to omega-3 ratio. Vegetable oils can oxidize good cholesterol, turning it into bad cholesterol. Coconut oil is best for cooking as it is not very susceptible to heat damage. It’s also one of the most unique and beneficial fats for your body. Olive oil is easily damaged by heat and is best reserved for drizzling cold over salad.
5) Microwave popcorn
Microwave popcorn bags are lined with PFOA, and when they are heated the compound leaches onto the popcorn. These chemicals are part of an expanding group of chemicals known to disrupt your endocrine system and affect your sex hormones. The EPA has ruled PFCs as “likely carcinogens,” and has stated that PFOA “poses developmental and reproductive risks to humans.”
6) Non-organic potatoes and produce
Your best bet is to buy only organic fruits and vegetables, as synthetic agricultural chemicals are not permissible under the USDA organic rules. That said, not all conventionally grown fruits and vegetables are subjected to the same amount of pesticide load. Fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide load, making them the most important to buy or grow organically, include apples, cucumbers, spinach, kale and potatoes.
7) Table salt
Regular ‘table salt’ and the salt found in processed foods are NOT identical to the salt your body really needs. Table salt contains chemicals like ferrocyanide and aluminosilicate, and added iodine, while natural salt contains many naturally occurring minerals, including trace minerals like silicon, phosphorous and vanadium. My favorite is Himalayan salt, which contains about 84 trace minerals your body needs.
8) Soy protein isolate and other unfermented soy products
Most soybeans grown in the US are genetically engineered (GE) to be “Roundup Ready.” The active ingredient in Roundup is glyphosate, which disrupts cellular function and can induce many of our modern diseases, including autism. Unfermented soy has also been linked to malnutrition, digestive distress, immune-system breakdown, thyroid dysfunction, cognitive decline, reproductive disorders and infertility—even cancer and heart disease. The only soy with health benefits is organic soy that has been properly fermented, at which point their beneficial properties become available to your digestive system.
9) Artificial sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners such as aspartame can stimulate your appetite, increase carbohydrate cravings, and stimulate fat storage and weight gain. The methanol formed in aspartame can wreak havoc with sensitive proteins and DNA in your body, as humans do not have the protective mechanism that allows methanol to be broken down into harmless formic acid. Toxicology testing on animals is a flawed model, as animals have this protective mechanism while humans do not, so the results do not fully apply to people.
Thanks to Dr. Mercola for the original post.
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Thursday, June 26, 2014

Advantages of Chocolate and water

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Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Water: IT'S AMAZING SECRETS FOR HEALTH and WELLNESS

Water:
IT'S AMAZING SECRETS 
FOR 
HEALTH and WELLNESS

Cure # 1: Water prevents and cures heartburn

Heartburn is a signal of water shortage in the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract. 
It is a major thirst signal of the human body. The use of antacids or tablet medications 
in the treatment of this pain does not correct dehydration, and the body continues 
to suffer as a result of its water shortage.

Tragedy: Not recognizing heartburn as a sign of dehydration and treating it with 
antacids and pill medications will, in time, produce inflammation of the stomach 
and duodenum, hiatal hernia, ulceration, and eventually cancers in the
gastrointestinal tract, including the liver and pancreas. 

 
Cure # 2: Water prevents and cures arthritis  

Rheumatoid joint pain - arthritis - is a signal of water  shortage in the painful joint. 
It can affect the young as well as the old. The use of painkillers does not cure the 
problem, but exposes the person to further damage from pain medications. 
Intake of water and small amounts of salt will cure this problem. 


Cure # 3: Water prevents and cures back pain

Low back pain and ankylosing arthritis of the spine are signs of water shortage in 
the spinal column and discs - the water cushions that support the weight of the body. 
These conditions should be treated with increased water intake - not a commercial 
treatment, but a very effective one.

Tragedy: Not recognizing arthritis and low back pain as signs of dehydration in the 
joint cavities. Treating them with pain-killers, manipulation, acupuncture, and 
eventually surgery will, in time, produce osteoarthritis when the cartilage cells in 
the joints have eventually all died. It will produce deformity of the spine. 
It will produce crippling deformities of the limbs. Pain medications have their 
own life-threatening complications.


Cure # 4: Water prevents and cures angina

Heart pain - angina - is a sign of water shortage in the heart/lung axis. 
It should be treated with increased water intake until the patient is free of 
pain and independent of medications. Medical supervision is prudent. 
However, increased water intake is angina's cure.


Cure # 5: Water prevents and cures migraines

Migraine headache is a sign of water need by the brain and the eyes. It will totally 
clear up if dehydration is prevented from establishing in the body. The type of 
dehydration that causes migraine might eventually cause inflammation of the back 
of the eye and possibly loss of eyesight. 


Cure # 6: Water prevents and cures colitis

Colitis pain is a signal of water shortage in the large gut. It is associated with 
constipation because the large intestine constricts to squeeze the last drop of 
water from the excrement - thus the lack of water lubrication.

Tragedy: Not recognizing colitis pain as a sign of dehydration will cause persistent 
constipation. Later in life, it will cause fecal impacting: it can cause diverticulitis, 
hemorrhoids and polyps, and appreciably increases the possibility of developing 
cancer of the colon and rectum. 


Cure # 7: Water and salt prevent and cure asthma

Asthma, which also affects 14 million children and kills several thousand of them every 
year, is a complication of dehydration in the body. It is caused by the drought management 
programs of the body. In asthma free passage of air is obstructed so that water does not 
leave the body in the form of vapor - the winter steam. Increased water intake will prevent 
asthma attacks. Asthmatics need also to take more salt to break the mucus plugs in the lungs 
that obstruct the free flow of air in and out of the air sacs.

Tragedy: Not recognizing asthma as the indicator of dehydration in the body of a growing 
child not only will sentence many thousands of children to die every year, but also will permit irreversible genetic damage to establish in the remaining 14 million asthmatic children.


Cure # 8: Water prevents and cures high blood pressure

Hypertension is a state of adaptation of the body to a generalized drought, when there 
is not enough water to fill all the blood vessels that diffuse water into vital cells. As part of 
the mechanism of reverse osmosis, when water from the blood serum is filtered and 
injected into important cells through minute holes in their membranes, extra pressure is 
needed for the "injection process." Just as we inject I.V. "water" in hospitals, so the 
body injects water into tens of trillions of cells all at the same time. Water and some 
salt intake will bring blood pressure back to normal!

Tragedy: Not recognizing hypertension, as one of the major indicators of dehydration in 
the human body, and treating it with diuretics that further dehydrate the body will, in time, 
cause blockage by cholesterol of the heart arteries and the arteries that go to the brain. It will cause heart attacks and small or massive strokes that paralyze. It will eventually cause kidney disease. It will cause brain damage and neurological disorders,
such as Alzheimer's disease. 


Cure # 9: Water prevents and cures early adult-onset

Adult-onset diabetes is another adaptive state to severe dehydration of the human 
body. To have adequate water in circulation and for the brain's priority water needs, 
the release of insulin is inhibited to prevent insulin from pushing water into all body cells.
 In diabetes, only some cells get survival rations of water. Water and some salt will 
reverse adult-onset diabetes in its early stages.

Tragedy: Not recognizing adult-onset diabetes as a complication of dehydration will, 
in time, cause massive damage to the blood vessels all over the body. It will cause eventual 
loss of the toes, feet and legs from gangrene. It will cause eye damage, even blindness.  


Cure # 10: Water lowers blood cholesterol
 
High cholesterol levels are an indicator of early drought management by the body. 
Cholesterol is a clay-like material that is poured in the gaps of some cell membranes 
to safeguard them against losing their vital water content to the osmetically more 
powerful blood circulating in their vicinity. Cholesterol, apart from being used to 
manufacture nerve cell membranes and hormones, is also used as a "shield" against 
water taxation of other vital cells that would normally exchange water 
through their cell membranes. 


Cure # 11: Water cures depression, loss of libido, chronic

Fatigue syndrome, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and muscular dystrophy. These 
conditions are caused by  prolonged chronic dehydration. They will clear up once 
the body becomes well and regularly hydrated. In these conditions, exercising 
one's muscles should be part of the treatment program.
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