Candida is normally inoffensive yeast, an organism that lives naturally inside our bodies in small populations within the intestines. Sometimes, however, under certain conditions is can mutate into a fungal infection. The aggressive fungal form invades the body's systems and causes a great deal of damage.How does this happen and how is it treated? Well, there are a number of causes, and not too many possible treatments. Before evaluating...more
One of the most frequently asked questions is whether cleaning products kill germs, or in what extent micro-organisms can be aniquilated by these products. The misconception comes from the amount of disinformation arriving to us by a variety of media.Even some cleaning products advertising claim that the products kill bacteria, or germs, or whatever. By doing a quick research on the Internet I have found sentences like:"Most soap will adequately...more
Perhaps it is because I am getting older that I think cartoons are not what they used to be. I have five young children, all boys. Like any concerned parent I govern what they watch. I have found that some of the most detrimental shows on television are actually the cartoons because of the values, or lack of them, that they teach.Fortunately some of the classics are still around. My favorite has always been that wascally wabbit Bugs Bunny and his trademark expression, "What's up, Doc?" Unfortunately, for many of us the answer to the question, "What's up, Doc?" is, "Your triglycerides." Triglycerides are becoming increasingly important in heart health matters. In fact in the 'Third Report of the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP)', triglyceride testing is recommended as part of a complete cholesterol profile. In other words, it is recommended that doctors evaluate high cholesterol treatments in respect to a patient's triglyceride levels. So what's up with triglycerides? Or perhaps we should phrase the question this way, "Why are my triglycerides so high?" If high triglycerides are really a serious health concern (and they are) then we are wise to be concerned if ours are...more
What does it mean to provide your body with the right structural materials? Are you aware that your body requires sufficient amounts of these 'right materials' to repair and maintain existing tissues and grow new tissues? Do you understand the power of nutrition and how it can transform your body? If you want to lose weight and do it the right way...more
And all other Winter Diseases.President Bush just announced plans to prepare America for a possible Bird (Avian) Flu pandemic (world wide infection).Few people still alive in America remember the flu pandemic that occurred after World War I. 675,000 people in America died when our returning troops brought the illness back from Europe. Between 20-40...more
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women and the leading cause of cancer deaths.Every woman's breasts are different so it is important for each individual woman to be familiar with her breasts in order to recognize any peculiarities.Unfortunately, the early stages of breast cancer may not have any symptoms. This is why it is important to follow screening recommendations. As a tumor grows in size, it can produce a variety of symptoms including:* lump or thickening in the breast or underarm * change in size or shape of the breast * nipple discharge or nipple turning inward * redness or scaling of the skin or nipple * ridges or pitting of the breast skinIf you experience these symptoms, it doesn't necessarily mean you have breast cancer, but you need to be examined by a doctor.Breast cancer is very rare before age 20 and is rarely diagnosed in women younger than age 25. Past that age, the incidence rises steadily to reach a peak around the age of menopause. The rate of increase is lessened after menopause, but older women are still at increasing risk over time.Although a specific cause for breast cancer has not been identified, there are risk factors that increase the...more
Be warned! Your daily beauty regime could be taking years off of your life. Most (99%) personal care products have not been safety tested. Your health may even be damaged due to the daily mixing of many different types of toxins in and on the body....more
Growing up Italian, I marveled at the women and men, in my family, who cooked. Not only were they wonderful chefs but had a natural talent for balancing food groups. There was an emphasis on fresh produce and meat, that I am partial to today. One...more
Confronting the possibility of a potentially devastating human bird flu pandemic, the United Nations system - from Secretary-General Kofi Annan to the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) to the UN health and agricultural agencies - today laid out a...more
The issue of cancer and diet is paramount to your health. Without feeding the body the ingredients it needs, it simply cannot produce the processes that combat the cancer. Firstly, when looking at nutrition for cancer, we need to understand the role...more
Have you ever had this happen - You decide to do something different and exciting for your lover, like completely shaving your pubic area, but end up with red blotches and so sore you don't even want your lover to see or touch you? What a drag. The...more
A good number of women who are attacked are chosen because of the way they presented themselves. Something about their posture told the assailant, "here is a weak woman, I can take her". If you are scared out of your gourd, it will show.Low self...more