by

Heather MacGibbon

Ovarian Cancer affects one in 70 women.

It kills 14,000 women in the U.S. each year, and while considered relatively rare has a low rate of survival. It was previously called the "Silent Killer" because most women are not diagnosed until the cancer has progressed to an advanced stage that no longer responds well to treatment.

Late detection happened primarily because the ovaries are embedded deep in the body, tumors emerging in that organ are difficult to detect, either by physical examination or even by more sophisticated molecular methods.

The good news is that early detection is becoming a little easier and when the disease is caught early the 5 year survival rate raises 30% to 90%. The Key seems to be constant vigilance by women and their doctors.

Last year physicians from MD Anderson began tracing healthy women through annual blood tests for CA125 level changes in blood work. Rising levels of CA125 are known to be associated with ovarian tumor growth. Unfortunately, even this test is inconclusive on its own because levels can change due to benign conditions such as pregnancy, endometriosis and fibroids. Tracking changes annually has become one way to sort out women who should be more closely screened for OC along with family histories of cancer and previous cancers in different locations .

Northwestern Memorial announced recently that added to doctor vigilance patients can participate by tracking a specific set of symptoms associated with OC.

"The best scenario would be to prevent this cancer entirely but until that day comes women need to focus on good health behaviors, listen to their bodies and know their family history" according to Diljeet Singh, MD, gynecological oncologist and co-director of the Ovarian Cancer Early Detection and Prevention Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Early warning signs which include:
â ¬ Bloating
â ¬ Pelvic or abdominal pain
â ¬ Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly
â ¬ Urinary symptoms (urgency or frequency)
â ¬ Increased abdominal size (pants getting tighter around waist)

Singh comments that the frequency and number of symptoms is important. Women who experience a combination of these symptoms almost daily for two to three weeks should see their doctor. While these symptoms mimic other possible medical conditions.

Although it is unclear what causes ovarian cancer factors that increase the odds of developing the disease include carrying a mutation of the BRCA gene, having a personal history of breast cancer or a family history of OC, being over the age of 45 or if a woman is obese. Doctors recommend screenings for women with these factors begin at age 20 to 25, or five to 10 years earlier than the youngest age of diagnosis in the family. In addition, there are genetic tests available that can identify women who are at a substantially increased risk.

Women at higher risk categories many choose to make medical and lifestyle decisions which can improve their odds of avoiding Ovarian Cancer . Those who use birth control pills for five years or more are three-times less likely to develop ovarian cancer. Also permanent forms of birth control such as tubal ligation have been found to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer by 50 percent. In cases where women have an extensive family history of breast or ovarian cancer, or who carry altered versions of the BRCA genes, may receive a recommendation to remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes. While clearly a radical option this lowers the risk of ovarian cancer by more than 95 percent.

"Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, getting regular exercise, maintaining a normal body weight and managing stresses are all ways women can help decrease their risk of ovarian cancer," added Singh.

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The Big Three Men's Health Issues

Submitted by: Kya Grace

While men are known to be the stronger sex, quite a few things work in opposition to them. They smoke and drink more than women do. They don’t go for medical aid as regularly as women. Also there are increased levels of stress in case of men. The following are the three major health issues men face most.

Sexual Problems

‘Impotency’ is used to explain medical situations that impede procreation, in ways such as deficiency in sexual craving and the problems with erection and climax. Erectile dysfunction may be an absolute incapacity to have an erection, a fluctuating capacity to do it, or a propensity to only have short-lived erections. The variations in one’s erectile dysfunction are difficult to calculate their incidence. Any upheaval that causes damage in the tissues or reduces blood flow in the penis can cause this. The occurrence rises with age: around 5% of the men of 40 years of age and about 20% of the men of 65 years of age experience impotency. But erectile dysfunction is not necessarily an unavoidable part of the aging process.

To enjoy a healthy sexual life again, get the necessary treatment. Follow the treatment plan that your doctor suggests. Reduce your alcohol intake and quit smoking. You must deal with tension, stress and anxiety and not let these affect your health. Be cheerful and communicate more with your partner.

Prostate Problems

Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate. Acute prostatitis can be caused by diseases of sexual transmission. Often they exhibit many symptoms and even fever. Chronic prostatitis usually is based in the great prostates in people of more than 50 years with benign prostate hypertrophy. The symptoms happen generally unnoticed. They are normal changes that the prostate may undergo in men as they age. It can cause symptoms of irritation of the bladder, like urgency to tinkle, minor forces in the urine spurt, or to tinkle repeated times. Prostate cancer is also very common in men. Studies corroborate the presence of the same in elderly men by means of a biopsy of prostate. In the majority of the men it evolves gradually and affects their quality of life. In a few cases the cancer is aggressive.

Prostate problems can be treated by medical, minimally invasive, surgical as well as alternative treatments. The treatments usually are effective. A healthy lifestyle comprising of physical activity and good nutrition also guarantees prevention of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Eat whole, fresh and organic foods and avoid refined food items, junk food, alcohol and caffeine. Drink as much water as you can.

Cholesterol Problems

The Hypercholesterolemia (increased cholesterol in the blood) is the presence of elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood. It is a metabolic misalignment that can be secondary to many diseases and can contribute to many forms of disease, especially cardiovascular. It is closely tied to the terms ‘hyperlipidemia’ (elevated lipid levels) and ‘hyperlipoproteinemia’ (elevated lipoprotein levels). The high cholesterol does not lead immediately to the specific symptoms. Hypercholesterolemia, aggravated by many years, can be expressed in a number of cardiovascular diseases: disease of the coronary artery (angina of chest, attacks of the heart), movement and ischemic accident and peripheral vascular disease.

Your cholesterol problems can be solved if you can get rid of accumulated toxins from your body. Exercise and indulge in regular physical activity thereby giving up on the sedentary lifestyle. The more you sweat the more toxins you lose and the healthier you get. Also follow a proper dietary plan that should include a lot of green vegetables, whole grains and antioxidant-rich foods.

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Cancer Treatments and Side-Effects: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy

Cancer Treatments and Side-Effects: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy
By Areg Boyamyan

So you've been told your cancer will be treated with chemotherapy. What does that mean exactly? Are the side-effects as bad as you've heard? How effective is it? Why not another type of treatment? What about immunotherapy? These are important questions you should ask your doctor, but, to give you a head-start, here is some basic information on these two common types of cancer treatment: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy.

Chemotherapy

The use of drugs or medicines to treat cancer is chemotherapy. Unlike surgery or radiation therapy treatments where cancer is removed, killed, or damaged in a particular area, chemo works throughout the whole body and can be used to kill cancer cells that have metastasized to other parts of the body. Chemotherapy may be used to cure cancer, control cancer, or for palliation.

Common side-effects resulting from chemotherapy include fatigue, hair loss, easy bruising and bleeding, anemia, infection, appetite changes, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, problems of the mouth, tongue, and throat (such as pain swallowing and sores), nail and skin changes, bladder and urine changes, kidney problems, weight changes, mood changes, fertility problems, and changes in sexual function and libido. It is important to remember that the fact that all these side-effects exists does not mean that you will experience them. You may only have a few or potentially none at all. Chemotherapy treatment affects each person differently.

Immunotherapy

Using the body's immune system to fight cancer is referred to as immunotherapy. This can be done in one of two ways:

1. By stimulating your immune system to attack cancer cells or generally work harder.
2. By giving you immune system components, like man-made proteins.

Immunotherapy works better for certain types of cancer over others. It is sometimes used as the only treatment and other times in conjunction with other treatments. Immunotherapy may be given intravenously (IV), orally, topically, or intravesically (directly into the bladder). The main forms of immunotherapy being used to treat cancer right now are:

1. Monoclonal antibodies - man-made proteins that can be designed to attack specific parts of cancer cells.
2. Immune checkpoint inhibitors - drugs that help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
3. Cancer vaccines - substances introduced into the body to initiate an immune response.
4. Non-specific immunotherapies - These generally boost the immune system, which can help it attack cancer cells.

The side-effects you may experience with immunotherapy treatment depend on the type of immunotherapy you receive, but, generally, the possible side-effects include skin reactions at the needle site, flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, weakness, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, fatigue, joint or muscle aches, breathing trouble, headache, high or low blood pressure), weight gain from retaining fluid, swelling, sinus congestion, heart palpitations, and risk of infection.

Knowledge is Power

The likelihood that you will develop cancer is dependent on a variety of factors. Your lifestyle is one. The healthier you are, the stronger your cancer prevention. Another factor is genetics. Do you know if you have a genetic predisposition that increases your chances for developing certain cancers? Getting this information can help you make the right choices to optimize your cancer prevention lifestyle and reveal23 can make it happen! Request your reveal23 kit today: http://reveal23.com/.

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Anti-Aging Foods

Anti-Aging Foods
By Andy Gibson

How old are you? No, we don't mean how many birthdays have you celebrated. That's your chronological age. But how good is the pacing of your heart, the density of your bones, the agility of your mind? Their status will tell us your biological age. Some people are chronologically 40, but biologically 60, while others are chronologically 60, but biologically 40.

It's your biological age that matters. When you're biologically fit, you can throw away the calendar, for your motor is humming well and there's life in your years!

Biological age, says Dr. James Fries, professor of medicine at Stanford University, is a measure of how much "organ reserve" one possesses. Organ reserve is defined as the amount of functional ability one has available in response to a stressor in the form of an illness, accident or major life trauma. As we grow older, we generally lose organ reserve. Our immune, endocrine, and nervous systems are altered. Not only are we at greater risk of contracting infectious diseases, but we are also more susceptible to auto-immune diseases such as arthritis.

In the 1950s, Dr. Denham Harmon, from the University Of Nebraska School Of Medicine, proposed that many losses of function associated with aging are due to what he termed "free-radical damage." Free radicals are highly reactive chemical substances produced in the body, not only as a consequence of exposure to pollution, drugs, and chemicals but also as a result of natural metabolic activities. Harmon proposed that accelerated free-radical reactions may act as molecular time bombs that destroy the body's cells and result in the loss of organ reserve.

Research indicates that increased free-radical damage is associated with diseases that cause death in the elderly, including coronary heart disease and heart attack, certain forms of cancer and adult-onset diabetes.

Fortunately, our bodies are equipped with a mechanism - the antioxidant defense system - that helps protect against free-radical damage. Antioxidants are specific substances found in all cells that defuse free radicals before they have a chance to do serious damage to the body. They include vitamin E, beta carotene, vitamin C, and a variety of essential nutritional minerals, such as zinc, copper, and selenium.

Vitamin E is one of the superheroes when it comes to battling free radicals. Because it is a fat-soluble vitamin, it is attracted to cell membranes which have large amounts of fatty acids. Vitamin E prevents the oxidation of these fats by itself oxidizing and absorbing the free radicals.

Food sources of this vitamin include nuts, wheat germ, and sunflower seeds.

Vitamin C: Unlike Vitamin E, which works from the outside of cells, C does its antioxidizing job inside the cell, in its fluid (C is a water-soluble vitamin).

Food sources include: citrus fruits, amla (Indian gooseberry), strawberries, guavas and tomatoes.

Beta-carotene: Richly found in yellow-orange fruits and vegetables like mangoes, papayas, cantaloupes and carrots, beta-carotene converts to Vitamin A in the body. It is believed to be particularly effective against a highly toxic free radical called singlet oxygen.

Selenium: This trace mineral fights free radicals indirectly - by producing an enzyme which turns peroxides into harmless water. Best food sources are grains, fish, cabbage, celery and cucumber.

Zinc: another trace mineral, but this one works its effect in two ways: One, it acts as an antioxidant on its own; two, it forms part of an enzyme which protects cells against free radicals.

Good natural sources are liver, beef and nuts.

EAT RIGHT - STAY WELL!

Some of the major health-slackers and age-speeders (heart disease, osteoporosis) are often the result of faulty eating. In many cases you can reduce your disease risks as soon as you adopt good nutrition habits - even if you begin at 60.

REDUCE FATS: A high intake of fats is associated with obesity which, in turn, is connected with the onset of diseases like high blood pressure heart ailments, gall bladder problems, adult-onset diabetes and even certain forms of cancer.

You can safely reduce fats to 20 per cent of daily calories - 30 per cent is the outer limit. Of the three types of fats, saturated fats (from animal products and from vegetable sources like palm and coconut oils) are associated with the build-up of cholesterol. Monounsaturated fats (from ground nuts oil, nuts such as almond, cashews, peanuts, etc.), and polyunsaturated fats (from safflower oil sunflower oil, etc.) appear to have a cholesterol-lowering effect.

Animal fats also carry the added danger of cholesterol. One egg yolk, for instance, contains about 240 mg, which is more than most of us should consume in a whole day.

On the other hand, all fats are breeding grounds for free radicals. And the unsaturated fats are more likely to react with oxygen when cooked and form free radicals than the saturated fats. So, the bottomline is: limit all fat consumption. Try the following food swaps:

• Substitute skim milk for whole.
• Substitute egg whites for yolks, in omelets and other dishes.
• If you can't stomach the idea of being a pure vegetarian, substitute skinless chicken and fish for fat-marbled red meats, sausages and cold cuts.

Also, steam, bake or eat foods raw whenever you can. If you must fry, opt for stir-frying with minimal oil in a non-stick skillet, instead of deep frying.

BONE UP ON CALCIUM:

How well you "stand up" to aging is very largely a matter of how adequate your intake of calcium has been. If you've not been getting enough, bone loss can begin in the mid-30's, in women even as early as puberty. The result: osteoporosis, that brittle bone disease that hits elderly people.

Many people don't get enough calcium in their diet (especially hard-core vegetarians who don't even take milk/dairy products). Your daily requirement: 800-1000mg. Good calcium sources are: milk and milk products; fish like sardines (where you can chew on those tiny, edible, calcium-rich bones); green leafy vegetables. But the calcium from plant sources is not as well absorbed as that from animal sources.

Also, unfortunately, aging itself blunts calcium absorption. Certain foods like coffee, tea, colas and chocolates (all of which contain caffeine) as well as tobacco, if taken at the same time as calcium, can inhibit its absorption. So do phosphorus-rich drinks like sodas.

Remember, also, that your body requires Vitamin D for the intestinal absorption of calcium. If your diet is deficient in this vitamin, you can get some of your needs from sunlight. Food sources include: liver, egg yolk, milk, butter.

WHAT ELSE...

In the run-up to a healthy old age, there are a few other things you must do:

1. Limit salt intake to about one teaspoon a day. Excess salt consumption carries the risk of high blood pressure and its potentially fatal consequences: heart disease, stroke, kidney disease.
2. Avoid heavy alcohol consumption. It is associated with liver damage and increased cancer risk.
3. Give up smoking. It can cause a whole range of illness, from chronic respiratory ailments like emphysema to cancers of the lung, mouth and esophagus.

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Common Cancer Types: An Overview

Common Cancer Types: An Overview
By Areg Boyamyan

Cancer is the name given to a collection of related diseases where some of the body's cells begin to divide uncontrollably and spread into surrounding tissues. There are many specific types of cancers, but, generally, cancers fall under five major categories: carcinoma, sarcoma, melanoma, lymphoma, and leukemia.

Carcinoma

The most commonly diagnosed type of cancer are carcinomas. This cancer starts in cells of the skin or of the tissue lining of organs, such as the lungs, breasts, and pancreas, as well as the tissue lining of glands. Much like other types of cancer, carcinomas are abnormal cells that divide without stopping and may metastasize, or spread, to other areas of the body, but they don't always. The ability to spread is what makes cancer, in general, such a serious disease.

Sarcoma

Sarcomas also are relatively uncommon and develop in bone, cartilage, and soft tissues such as muscle, fat, fibrous tissues, nerves, deep skin tissues, or blood vessels. Most sarcomas develop in the legs or arms but may also be found in the head and neck area, torso, internal organs, and the back of the abdominal cavity. There are approximately 50 different types of soft tissue sarcomas. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 12,310 new soft tissue sarcomas will be diagnosed in 2016 (5,330 cases in females and 6,980 cases in males).

Melanoma

Melanoma is a cancer that usually starts in a certain type of skin cell called melanocytes. These cells are responsible for making the brown pigment melanin, which tans/darkens the skin to protect the deeper skin layers from some of the harmful effects of the sun. Most melanoma cells still produce melanin, so the tumors would usually be black or brown, but it is possible for melanoma cells to not make melanin. In this case, melanoma tumors may be tan, pink, or even white. While melanomas may develop anywhere, they are most likely to begin in the skin of the legs in women and in the skin of the torso (back and chest) in men. The face and neck are also common sites of melanoma. This cancer is much more likely than others to spread to other parts of the body if not detected early on. Approximately 10,130 people are expected to die of melanoma in 2016 (about 3,380 women and 6,750 men).

Lymphoma

Lymphoma is the name given to a group of blood cancers that develop in the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's circulatory system and a vital part of the immune system. There are multiple types of lymphoma, but the two main types are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and Hodgkin Lymphoma, which is actually one of the most curable forms of cancer.

Leukemia

Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. Cancerous blood cells form and crowd out the healthy blood cells in the bone marrow. How quickly leukemia progresses and how the cells replace the normal marrow and blood cells are different with each type of leukemia, as determined by the type of blood cell that has become cancerous. According to the National Cancer Institute, leukemia is more common in adults over 55 years of age and is, in fact, the most common cancer in children younger than 15 years. A patient's treatment and prognosis depends on the type of blood cell affected and whether the leukemia is chronic or acute. Leukemia is often treated with chemotherapy.

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The Amazing Flaxseed And Diabetes Natural Treatment Connection Revealed
By Terry Robbins

A simple seed, but so many benefits. If flaxseed is not part of your diet, you are missing out whether you have diabetes or not. For diabetics, there is an amazing connection between flaxseed and diabetes for those looking for a natural cure (type 2 diabetes) or a way to manage blood sugar levels naturally.

The many health benefits of flaxseed

Before cotton became affordable, flax (Linum usitatissimum) also known as linseed, has a fibrous stem which was woven into cloth and is still used in this way today despite the prevalence of cotton, but the oil which was produced from the flaxseed has been used medicinally for thousands of years. It wasn't until about a thousand years ago that people started eating flaxseed for health and well being. The health benefits of flaxseed include but are not limited to;

1. Cancer

Flaxseed contains the most amount of lignans when compared to other plants. The amount of lignans in flaxseed is about 7 times more than that in its closest competitor (sesame seeds) and as much as 3,200 more than peanuts.

Lignans contain very powerful antioxidants which are crucial for preventing the damaging effects of free radicals in the body. Free radicals are unstable oxygen molecules that in order to stabilize or "heal" themselves, "steal" particles from healthy cells but this only ends up creating more free radicals. The effects of free radicals on the body are thought to increase the risk of developing various chronic diseases and conditions including cancer.

Lignans are particularly beneficial for reducing the risk of breast cancer. Estrogen which is the female hormone can stimulate the growth of cancer but lignans in addition to antioxidant benefits also contain phyto(plant)estrogens, which mimic the action of the estrogen produced by the body but are less potent.

These chemically weaker phytoestrogens bind to estrogen receptors in the body and this helps to stop the effects on the body of the much stronger estrogen produced by the body which allows excessive amounts of this much stronger estrogen to be eliminated from the body which helps to reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Studies have shown that women who consumed lignan reduced their risk of developing breast cancer by about 62 percent when compared to women who did not consume lignan.

Lignans are also beneficial for fighting against prostate cancer as has been shown in various research studies.

Other cancer fighting properties of flaxseed emanate from the polyunsaturated fats including omega-3 fatty acids as well as fiber that it contains. These compounds in addition to lignans help to promote health and well-being and reduce the risk of developing various diseases including cancer. The anti-inflammatory properties of flaxseed also help to protect against cancer and many other chronic diseases.

2. Heart attack

Lignans not only provide antioxidant benefits but as mentioned previously are also a rich source omega-3 fatty acids of which alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is the main type and ALA is able to lower the risk of suffering a fatal heart attack.

3. Cholesterol

Flaxseed is also able to lower the levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol which is dangerous and can lead to heart disease. Flaxseed is rich in a type of soluble fiber that is beneficial for the body which is known as mucilage. This mucilage is tied to the cholesterol lowering properties of flaxseed.

4. Kidney disease

Research has shown that the lignans and omega-3 fatty acids contained in flaxseed are able to reverse the damage to the kidneys caused by lupus which is an autoimmune disease.

5. Hot flushes

The lignans or phytoestrogens contained in flaxseed can be beneficial for women dealing with the various symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes. The estrogen levels of women going through menopause usually start to decrease and instead of going through hormone therapy, phytoestrogens are a natural alternative as they can be used to replace some of this estrogen that is no longer produced by the body because estrogen can help to reduce the severity of hot flashes and phytoestrogens can help with this.

Flaxseed and diabetes

Soluble fiber galore

The connection between flaxseed and diabetes is related to the mucilage that was discussed previously which is the soluble fiber that is available in high amounts in flaxseed. This soluble fiber has been shown by various studies to be able to reduce blood sugar levels which is important to not only manage diabetes but to also cure it naturally.

Diabetes results when the body does not produce any or enough of the hormone insulin or the insulin produced becomes inefficient and/or ineffective (insulin resistance) leading to the accumulation of glucose or sugar in the blood. Insulin is supposed to remove this glucose from the blood and transfer it to the various cells in the body where it is used for fuel or energy for day to day activities.

When insulin is unable to perform its duties, this glucose accumulation in the blood can increase the risk of developing diabetes or leading to diabetes related complications (heart and kidney disease, limb amputations, diabetic coma, etc).

One aspect of managing diabetes naturally is by following a customized diabetic diet to help control the amount of glucose deposited into the blood.

This is what is so amazing about flaxseed and why it is so important for diabetes natural treatment. The soluble fiber in flaxseed helps to slow down digestion which means that the digestion of the carbs and sugars in the food that we eat and conversion of this into glucose to be deposited into the bloodstream will be slowed down which helps to prevent blood sugar spikes. This shows the importance of flaxseed for diabetes natural treatment.

If you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, one of the ways of preventing you from developing type 2 diabetes is to increase your intake of this soluble fiber.

Weight loss

Another connection between flaxseed and diabetes is weight loss. Many people with diabetes especially those with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Getting your weight under control is an important aspect of natural diabetes treatment and this is another area that flaxseed can help.

In addition to soluble fiber, flaxseed also contains insoluble fiber (roughage). Both types of fiber are important for weight loss because they help you feel fuller faster and keep hunger pangs away for longer which can help you eat less and help with your weight loss goals. Overweight diabetics who are attempting to lose weight should always increase their fiber intake for the reasons discussed and flaxseed can help with this.

It is also important to remember that many people with type 2 diabetes also deal with high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, heart disease, etc, and as discussed previously, flaxseed can also help with these various health issues.

The connection shown above between flaxseed and diabetes makes this amazing seed crucial and an important part of any diabetic diet.

Getting the most

1. Flaxseed oil and diabetes

Flaxseed oil is produced from the seeds and many people skip out on the seeds and reach for the oil but you may want to think again. You may want to consider passing by the oil firstly because you will not get the all important fiber and secondly because while the oil may contain some health properties, most of the lignans, protein and minerals are found in the actual seeds and not the oil. Since you need fiber as a diabetic, pass on the oil and reach for the seeds instead.

Flaxseed oil is also easily perishable and must be stored in the refrigerator once opened.

2. Must be processed

Flaxseed is available in two varieties i.e. brown flax and golden flax (also known as yellow flax) which generally have similar nutritional compositions.

While some people love to sprinkle whole flaxseed on salads or fresh baked bread, the body cannot process whole flaxseeds. They will simply pass through the body undigested which means that you will not get the full benefits of flaxseed including soluble fiber.

Flaxseed must be processed but the ground flaxseed goes rancid very quickly so store it in the fridge but do not use after 30 days or so. While you can easily find ground flaxseed in grocery stores, it is not as fresh as freshly ground flaxseeds so think about getting a cheap spice or coffee grinder or other seed grinding tool so that you can grind two tablespoons or more of whole flaxseed and have it fresh to use each day to add to smoothies, oatmeal, sprinkled on hot or cold cereal, sprinkled on salads, etc.

While ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal) does not last more than 30 days or so when stored in the refrigerator, whole flaxseed can last 6 to 12 months or 1 to 2 years if stored in the refrigerator.

Safety precautions

Flaxseed is generally safe but it does contain a minute amount of cyanide which is not enough to harm an adult but could possibly harm a fetus or infant so avoid flaxseed if you are pregnant or nursing and do not give it to children under the age of two.

The minute amount of cyanide in flaxseed should not be harmful to most people if you only consume the recommended daily amount which is 2 to 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed. It is also important to remember that there are usually very small amounts of cyanide that are constantly present in human tissue which are constantly being metabolized so the cyanide in flaxseed should not really be a cause for concern. Other plants such as cruciferous vegetables also contain small amounts of cyanide.

A tablespoon of flaxseed contains about 5 to 6 milligrams of cyanide but for cyanide to be dangerous to the human body, it would have to be in amounts of at least 1,000 milligrams.

Other precautions with flaxseed relate to allergic reactions. Some people may be allergic to flaxseed and if so, stop using it or reduce the dose.

Some people may also experience bloating and flatulence when they first start consuming flaxseed. If so, start with small amounts and gradually build up.

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Reduce Free Radicals: Antioxidants And The Health Benefits Of Olive Oil

Submitted by: James Zeller

Nutrition used to be something like: “eat fresh food and stay away from potato chips”… now we are told beware of ‘free radicals’ in the body. Antioxidants are supposed to be good for you, but how do we encourage one and fight the other?

“If I’d known I was going to live so long, I’d have taken better care of myself.” -- Leon Eldred

We live in an age where we are beginning to see an awareness developing between eating habits and good health. Several buzz phrases like low carb, high protein, and Hoodia are mentioned as a means to gaining a better life while honing a better physique.

Another phrase that is repeated often is ‘’antioxidants”.

What exactly is an antioxidant and why is it important?

Everyone has what is called ‘free radicals’ that roam throughout the body. These free radicals have the potential to attack the body, primarily in the form of cancer. Antioxidants fight back. A nutrition plan that includes antioxidants can assist in staving off the potential for acute illness due to free radicals.

Drinks such as coffee and tea often have a certain amount of antioxidants, but it is fresh fruit that is especially rich in antioxidants. Fruit, of course, remains high on the list of recommended foods by the U.S.D.A., but it may surprise you to know that extra virgin olive oil as part of a balanced diet can provide as much antioxidant as a piece of fruit.

The health benefits of olive oil remain a delightful discovery for many. It’s not often something that adds significant good taste to a gourmet meal and can also be an extremely healthy choice.

A diet that is lean in saturated fats (red meat) balanced with a healthy dose of fatty acids has pointed to a number of health benefits. Most of the fatty acids that your body may need can be found in extra virgin olive oil.

The health benefits of olive oil extend to the reduction of LDL (bad cholesterol) while increasing the amount of HDL (good cholesterol).

Case Study

The University of Barcelona conducted a controlled study that followed 16 individuals that were advised to refrain from certain foods that contained phenols (an antioxidant designed to attack free radicals). After abstaining for four days the test group was given extra virgin olive oil to determine if this alone could increase the levels of phenol in the body.

50ml of olive oil was provided to test subjects while they refrained from things like butter, nuts, eggs and margarine. After the first day the total intake of olive oil was cut in half. One week later, blood samples indicated elevated amounts of the antioxidants vitamin E and phenols. Oleic acid and monounsaturated fatty acids were also seen at higher levels - both acids are indicative of lower LDL (bad cholesterol) oxidation.

Some researchers believe that the health benefits of olive oil may still be untapped, and many have indicated regular ingestion of olive oil may be one of the best kept health secrets available.

Beyond its antioxidant properties, extra virgin olive oil has provided significant data to indicate it may also lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and aid in the fight against colon cancer specifically.

Isn’t it time to discover the virtues of olive oil for yourself?

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Cancer and Obesity: Do I Have Cancer?
By Dr. Naresh Parajuli

Cancer and Obesity

Does obesity increase the risk of cancer?

Obesity

Obesity is measured in terms of body mass index (BMI).

BMI determines whether weight is in healthy range or is overweight or obese.

BMI = weight/height squared; For example, for a person weighing 80 kg and 170 m tall, BMI = 27.6

One is underweight if the BMI is less than 18.5

A person is said to have a healthy BMI if it is between 18.5 and 24.9

When BMI is between 25 to 29.9, it is defined as overweight

When the BMI is 30 or higher, the person is said to be obese.

How does obesity increase the risk of cancers?

Obesity increases the risk of cancer in a few ways:

• Fat tissue in the body produces excess amounts of oestrogen. High levels of oestrogen increases the risk of breast, endometrial, bowel and some other cancers.
• Obese people have high levels of insulin and insulin-like substances in their blood. These substances may promote the development of certain tumors.

• Fat cells produce hormones called adipokines that may stimulate growth of certain cancers.
• Obese people are said to have chronic low-level inflammation which is associated with increased risk of cancer.

What are the cancers associated with obesity?

Obesity is associated with increased risk of cancer of:

• Esophagus
• Thyroid
• Colon and rectum
• Kidney
• Pancreas
• Gallbladder
• Breast (after menopause)
• Uterus

What other diseases are associated with obesity?

Besides cancer, obesity is a major risk factor for many diseases including:

• Diabetes
• Heart diseases
• High blood pressure
• Arthritis
• Sleep apnoea
• Depression
• Asthma
• Gallbladder problems

How common is obesity?

Obesity has become an epidemic globally. According to World Health Organization (WHO):

• Obesity has more than doubled since 1980 worldwide.
• In 2014, more than 1.9 billion adults, 18 years and older, were overweight. Of these over 600 million were obese.
• 39% of adults aged 18 years and over were overweight in 2014, and 13% were obese.

In the USA, about two-thirds of adults and nearly one-third of children are either overweight or obese.

Australia is today ranked as one of the fattest nations in the developed world. If weight gain continues at current levels, by 2025, close to 80% of all Australian adults and a third of all children will be overweight or obese (MODI).

If the obesity epidemic continues at the present state, despite the new advances in diagnosis and treatment of cancers, the number of cancer cases will increase significantly taking also into account the increasing life expectancy of people all over the world.

According to WHO, one-third of all cancer cases are preventable. The best way to prevent cancer is by adopting healthy lifestyle like eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy body weight, quitting smoking, and reducing/quitting alcohol.

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Have a Tattoo? You May Be At Risk of Cancer

Have a Tattoo? You May Be At Risk of Cancer
By Katie Spiess

Do you currently have a tattoo or considering getting one? Then it's a good idea to read up on the effects of obtaining one. Few people research how a tattoo can affect their health. Instead, they're more worried about hiring a quality artist that can draw the beautiful artwork they've picked out. But as with any major decision you make in life, you need to seriously consider the possible outcomes. The issue is that people aren't made aware of the dangers tattoos can pose to your health. The reality is that it can potentially lead to cancer. In the alternative cancer treatments community, patients are being warned of the possible dangers associated with tattoos.

If you already have a tattoo, you can speak with a naturopathic oncologist in your area to learn more about your options.

Tattoo Ink and Cancer

You hear all the time the carcinogenic effects of smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol excessively. But what about the people who are all inked up with tattoos? In the past, it was said that tattoo ink was nonreactive histologically. This means that it doesn't cause a reaction with your tissues and cells.

However, there's recent evidence that suggests differently. A team of researchers from the University of Bradford decided to use an atomic force microscope to examine skin that was tattooed. This allows them to see on a nano-level. The results of the preliminary study showed that the tattoo process actually remodels your collagen.

Then, the nanoparticles in the tattoo ink was found inside of the collagenous network and blood vessels of participants. This goes to show that the ink does penetrate the surface of your skin and travels to other parts of your body, possibly entering into your organs and tissues.

The issue here is that tattoo ink isn't regulated and many are known to have cancer-causing compounds. This is a health concern that needs to be addressed, especially with the rise in people getting tattoos these days. This is a grave concern at alternative cancer treatments centers across the USA.

Tattoo Ink Nanoparticles Possibly Carcinogenic

It's the nanoparticles in the ink that you should be worried about, since that's what's traveling throughout the human body. Evidence points to there being toxic effects on the brain and nervous system caused by certain nanoparticles - and some may even cause cancer. Back in 2011, there was a study published in The British Journal of Dermatology that shows that there are nanoparticles inside of tattoo ink. Black ink has the smallest particles, while white has the largest. Colored ink is somewhere in between.

Why put your life at risk when you don't have to? If you're afraid your tattoo ink is toxifc for your body, make sure to consult with a naturopathic oncologist at an alternative cancer treatments center near you. There, you can obtain a variety of services, such as ozone therapy and chelation therapy.

http://www.longevitymedical.com/ medical health center is based out of Phoenix AZ and offers wide range of holistic integrative medical care to people of all ages. Our expert physicians are well respected within our industry to guide patients toward optimal health using the best of both naturopathic and conventional medicine solutions. Longevity medical is a leading prostate cancer facility in the USA.

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by

Joseph

Cancer. The mere utterance of the word strikes fear and anxiety in the hearts of most people. It robs people of energy, health and life. Scientists have learned much about the disease. Molecular testing indicates that some diverse cancers actually originate from the same genes. This means that if medical scientists were able to put those oncogenes out of commission, the cancer would be less likely to spread. 

Medical researchers are currently investigating the use of a powerful new drug called Entrectinib which would target specific cancer genes thereby reducing tumor growth.

As a CureClick Ambassador, I want to tell everyone that an important new study nicknamed STARTRK-2, is enrolling patients diagnosed with various cancers who have the same cancer genes. The STARTRK-2 trial is recruiting patients with gene rearrangements in NTRK1, NTRK2, NTRK3, ROS1, or ALK. To find out if you would be a candidate for this study, talk to your doctor. Your doctor can order a no-cost test to see if you have fusions of the above genes. So, please share this with your family, friends and others who may benefit from the news.

To learn more about the STARTRK-2 clinical trial, please visit the sponsor's website. 

Conditions

Genetic cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer

Age Range

at least 18 years

For those of you whom are not familiar with clinical trials, here's some information that you can use:

What Are Clinical Trials?

Clinical trials are research studies to determine whether investigational drugs or treatments are safe and effective for humans.

All investigational devices and medicines must undergo several clinical trials, often times these clinical trials require thousands of people.

Why participate in a clinical trial?

People whom are eligible will have access to new investigational treatments that would be available to the general public only upon approval.

People whom are eligible for clinical trials will also receive study-related medical care and attention from clinical staff at research facilities.

Clinical trials offer hope for many people and gives researchers a chance to find better treatment for others in the future.

Disclaimer: I am not participating in this clinical trial. I am providing this information to my readers as a CureClick Ambasssador. Click on the links below to learn about my relationship with Cureclickand why I'm talking about clinical trials.

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