Rats given varying doses of aspartame -- the second most widely used artificial sweetener in the world -- experienced a statistically significant increase in the incidence of malignant tumors, lymphomas and leukemias in a study slated for publication in Environmental Health Perspectives.The study's authors are calling for an "urgent re-evaluation" of the current guidelines for consumption of this compound."Our study has shown that aspartame is a...more
Medical technology has reached a point where human cloning is beginning to look like a real possibility. But is it really? And if it is, should we do it? Why or why not?How is cloning accomplished?Cloning is a form of asexual reproduction, which does not occur in nature among higher organisms. The method used is called nuclear transfer. It begins with an egg provided by a female donor, unfertilized and with the nucleus removed. The next step is...more
And even if we could Cloning would not resurrect a deceased family member. Humans, alone created in the image of God, are not merely the sum of our DNA. We are unique products of a complicated interplay of environment, experience, birth order, age and health habits of the mother, and other factors peculiar to humans. Even identical twins, who have most of those characteristics in common, are individual persons with distinct personalities.Psalm 139:13-16 says, in part, "You formed my inward parts; You wove me in my mother's womb I am fearfully and wonderfully made . My frame was not hidden from You, When I was made in secret . Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, The days fashioned for me, When as yet there were none of them." I think this says all that needs to be said about humans being unique and special creations.I believe it was Abraham Lincoln who said that all that he is, he owes to his mother. That's not merely a nice sentiment; it's probably an accurate commentary on a lot of lives. Let's clone Lincolnas good a place as any to start. But his mom isn't here, so he wouldn't turn out the same as the Abraham Lincoln of...more
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also referred to as GERD or acid reflux disease, is an illness where the liquefied contents of the sufferers stomach backs up into their esophagus. The stomach contents that is regurgitated contains acids and pepsin that may cause quite severe damage to the esophagus although this only happens in very few cases....more
General Anxiety Disorder is a problem that effects a much larger number of people than many people expect. In it's simplest form anxiety disorder is stress, depression or anxiety brought about by a patient's fear of being rejected by their community. This rejection can be because of the way they look, the way they perform or the way they act and is...more
Bad breath is a common problem that many people suffer. Though it is usually attributed to poor dental hygiene there are other problems that may cause it. Even brushing your teeth two or three times a day will not necessarily alleviate the odor that ruminates from your mouth. The food we eat and the habits we partake in can play a very big part in bad breath. For instance onion, garlic, tobacco and alcohol all have a negative effect on the smell of our breath. As food is digested certain substances from the food stuff are released into our bloodstream which in turn travels to the lungs. This means that by eating onions or garlic we are breathing them in and out all day.1- Don't just brush your teeth. Use dental floss to get rid of the bacteria that collects between your teeth and use a tongue scraper to get right to the back of the tongue. A special tongue scraper is better than the back of a special toothbrush because of the ease of use. A toothbrush is cumbersome in comparison to these items and unless you give your teeth and mouth the whole works you are unlikely to get rid of bad breath.2- Consider changing your diet. If you regularly eat garlic or onions then your breath is...more
Bariatric is based on the Greek word that means weight. Bariatric surgery is a major operation that seal most of the stomach reducing the amount of food a person can eat and also rearranges the intestines in such a way that reduces calories that the...more
Bipolar disorder is the medical name for manic-depressive illness and doesn't just effect sufferers but can have a serious effect on family members and friends. Early diagnosis can be a big factor in the effective combating or this serious mental...more
There are three types of cerebral palsy. Spastic cerebral palsy means a person can not relax their muscles or their muscles are permanently stiff. Athetoid cerebral palsy means that the patient can not control the movement of their muscles and may...more
When you mention acne most people instantly think of hormonal teenagers standing in front of the bathroom mirror refusing to go to school because of a pimple on the end of his or her nose. Acne isn't necessarily like that, though. It's true that Acne...more
Skin tags are a very common skin lesion and is basically a small section of skin that hangs from the surrounding area. They are benign lesions, so are non cancerous and rarely cause any damage, problems or discomfort. However, the most common places...more
Aromatherapy candles are in constant use to help set the atmosphere and improve the ambience in many situations. They can be used in any room of your home and provide a wonderful enhancement.Our sense of smell has been documented to directly affect...more