Non-GMO corn offers far more nutrition without the poison, study shows
by: Ethan A. Huff
An eye-opening investigation conducted by Canada's only supplier of non-GMO corn seed has revealed that genetically modified "Frankencorn" is severely lacking in a number of vital nutrients. Compared to non-GMO corn varieties, Monsanto's Roundup Ready corn contains only a small fraction of the amount of calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper, manganese and carbon normally found in natural corn.
Shattering the myth that there's no substantial difference between GMO and non-GMO crops, the report by De Dell Seed Company of London, Ontario, shows that GMO corn is nutritionally deficient and wholly unfit for human consumption. In nearly every vitamin and mineral category tested, GMO corn was found to contain only trace amounts of many key nutrients necessary for life.
According to the report, corn ears were selected from two adjacent corn fields in Iowa -- one growing Roundup Ready corn and the other growing non-GMO corn. The corn ears were selected from multiple locations in each field two weeks prior to harvest to get a proper sampling, and they were then shelled from the cob and sent to a laboratory for testing. Read more
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Monday, April 27, 2015
Foods, herbs, and supplements that kill cancer
Foods, herbs, and supplements that kill cancer - safer and more effective than drugs
by: Kali Sinclair
A diet consisting of a variety of raw fresh vegetables is the best prevention and also a potential cure for cancer, depending on how far the cancer has progressed and how easily the body can digest and properly assimilate nutrition. Berries, grapes, broccoli, leafy greens, sprouts, avocados, red and yellow peppers, red cabbage, dandelion, beets, and many more foods have been proven in numerous scientific studies to not only prevent, but to also destroy, cancer cells. If we did research on every single piece of produce we eat, we'd probably find that most of them, if not all of them, prevent and fight cancer in some way or another. This is what the modern diet is missing, fresh raw produce. Early humans ate pounds of it a day, all day, every day. Whether you have cancer now, or are just trying to prevent it, cut out the refined and processed foods, and eat more produce. Read more
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Mindfulness treatment as effective as CBT for depression and anxiety
Mindfulness treatment as effective as CBT for depression and anxiety
Group mindfulness treatment is as effective as individual cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in patients with depression and anxiety, according to a new study from Lund University in Sweden and Region Skåne. This is the first randomised study to compare group mindfulness treatment and individual cognitive behavioural therapy in patients with depression and anxiety in primary health care.
The researchers, led by Professor Jan Sundquist, ran the study at 16 primary health care centres in Skåne, a county in southern Sweden. They trained two mindfulness instructors, from different occupational groups, at each primary health care centre during a 6-day training course. Read more
The researchers, led by Professor Jan Sundquist, ran the study at 16 primary health care centres in Skåne, a county in southern Sweden. They trained two mindfulness instructors, from different occupational groups, at each primary health care centre during a 6-day training course. Read more
When Love Hurts: How to Handle the 10 Most Common Causes of Painful Sex
When Love Hurts: How to Handle the 10 Most Common Causes of Painful Sex
By Rachel Zar, Greatist
“Burning Love” may be a good song to get you in the mood, but if your sex life is accompanied by a burning feeling of any kind, you’re probably more likely to strap on a chastity belt than opt for any kind of sexual encounter. In fact, almost 30 percent of women experience pain during sex (medically called dyspareunia), but many are too embarrassed to report it to a doctor – opting instead to either resign themselves to the hurt or to a sexless existence. The good news? There are other (better) options for coping with painful sex.
Whether it’s mild discomfort or excruciating pain, a variety of conditions can take sex from pleasurable to I’d-rather-be-doing-anything-else. Many of these conditions happen upon penetration (whether with a penis, a finger, or a toy). In some cases, the pain comes merely when the outside of the vagina is touched. Regardless of where it happens, painful sex can affect not only a person’s relationship, but also overall quality of life.
To help understand what’s happening “down there,” check out this breakdown of the ten most common reasons that sex could be uncomfortable or even excruciating – and how to handle them. Then, talk with your doctor about what’s going on. Educating yourself and reaching out for help are two of the most important steps toward getting your amazing sex life back (or having one to begin with). Read more
Whether it’s mild discomfort or excruciating pain, a variety of conditions can take sex from pleasurable to I’d-rather-be-doing-anything-else. Many of these conditions happen upon penetration (whether with a penis, a finger, or a toy). In some cases, the pain comes merely when the outside of the vagina is touched. Regardless of where it happens, painful sex can affect not only a person’s relationship, but also overall quality of life.
To help understand what’s happening “down there,” check out this breakdown of the ten most common reasons that sex could be uncomfortable or even excruciating – and how to handle them. Then, talk with your doctor about what’s going on. Educating yourself and reaching out for help are two of the most important steps toward getting your amazing sex life back (or having one to begin with). Read more
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Choosing an Alternative Medicine Practitioner
Choosing an Alternative Medicine Practitioner
By Sara Calabro | Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
Here are some important things to consider before selecting an alternative medicine practitioner.
Choosing a doctor can be a challenge. With hundreds of names to sift through, how do you know if you’re picking the right one? That challenge is taken to an even higher level when it comes to selecting an alternative medicine practitioner.
Not much has been done in the way of developing trustworthy resources for finding alternative medicine practitioners. Some alternative medicine therapies are not covered by health insurance, so it’s not as simple as going to your insurer’s Web site and searching by location or disease.
Alternative Medicine Practitioners: Finding One
If you're interested in the alternative medicine route to treat your ailment, the first step is finding someone who knows what he's doing. Here are some tips for finding an alternative medicine practitioner that will be perfect for you and your loved ones:
- Ask a doctor. A great place to start your search for an alternative medicine practitioner is with your primary care physician. With so many people taking an interest in alternative medicine, practitioners for these kinds of therapies are becoming an important part of medical doctors’ networks.
- Reach out to hospitals. If your own primary care doctor can’t make a recommendation — or if you don’t have a primary care doctor — it’s a good idea to contact hospitals or medical schools in your area. Many hospitals have integrative health departments that either have on-site practitioners or can make referrals to local practitioners.
- Check out organizations. Most forms of alternative medicine have one or several professional organizations. These can be excellent resources for locating a practitioner, in addition to learning about the educational requirements and credentials that are important in each field.
- Check with your insurer. Although it’s not the case for everyone, some patients might find that their insurance companies offer some coverage for alternative medicine. More mainstream alternative therapies, such as chiropractic, massage therapy, and acupuncture, tend to be the ones that are covered. Insurance companies may have listings of alternative medicine practitioners in these fields. Read more
By Sara Calabro | Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
Here are some important things to consider before selecting an alternative medicine practitioner.
Choosing a doctor can be a challenge. With hundreds of names to sift through, how do you know if you’re picking the right one? That challenge is taken to an even higher level when it comes to selecting an alternative medicine practitioner.
Not much has been done in the way of developing trustworthy resources for finding alternative medicine practitioners. Some alternative medicine therapies are not covered by health insurance, so it’s not as simple as going to your insurer’s Web site and searching by location or disease.
Alternative Medicine Practitioners: Finding One
If you're interested in the alternative medicine route to treat your ailment, the first step is finding someone who knows what he's doing. Here are some tips for finding an alternative medicine practitioner that will be perfect for you and your loved ones:
- Ask a doctor. A great place to start your search for an alternative medicine practitioner is with your primary care physician. With so many people taking an interest in alternative medicine, practitioners for these kinds of therapies are becoming an important part of medical doctors’ networks.
- Reach out to hospitals. If your own primary care doctor can’t make a recommendation — or if you don’t have a primary care doctor — it’s a good idea to contact hospitals or medical schools in your area. Many hospitals have integrative health departments that either have on-site practitioners or can make referrals to local practitioners.
- Check out organizations. Most forms of alternative medicine have one or several professional organizations. These can be excellent resources for locating a practitioner, in addition to learning about the educational requirements and credentials that are important in each field.
- Check with your insurer. Although it’s not the case for everyone, some patients might find that their insurance companies offer some coverage for alternative medicine. More mainstream alternative therapies, such as chiropractic, massage therapy, and acupuncture, tend to be the ones that are covered. Insurance companies may have listings of alternative medicine practitioners in these fields. Read more
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Boost Your Anti-Cancer Diet
Boost Your Anti-Cancer Diet
By Marie Suszynski | Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
A variety of different nutrients are crucial for your body to fight cancer, but the problem is that the American diet too often lacks what we need to stay in top health. “It’s the first time in history that we have calorie malnutrition,” says Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, medical director of the Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Centers in Kona, Hawaii, and a specialist in natural remedies. That means calories aren’t in short supply, but nutrients can be. You can fill in the gaps with dietary supplements. Read more
Monday, April 6, 2015
Changing Your Diet During Cancer Treatment
Changing Your Diet During Cancer Treatment
1. What are cruciferous vegetables?Cruciferous vegetables are part of the Brassica genus of plants. They include the following vegetables, among others:
- Arugula
- Bok choy
- Broccoli
- Brussels sprouts
- Cabbage
- Cauliflower
- Collard greens
- Horseradish
- Kale
- Radishes
- Rutabaga
- Turnips
- Watercress
- Wasabi
2. Why are cancer researchers studying cruciferous vegetables?
Cruciferous vegetables are rich in nutrients, including several carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin); vitamins C, E, and K; folate; and minerals. They also are a good fiber source.
In addition, cruciferous vegetables contain a group of substances known as glucosinolates, which are sulfur-containing chemicals. These chemicals are responsible for the pungent aroma and bitter flavor of cruciferous vegetables.
During food preparation, chewing, and digestion, the glucosinolates in cruciferous vegetables are broken down to form biologically active compounds such as indoles, nitriles, thiocyanates, and isothiocyanates. Indole-3-carbinol (an indole) and sulforaphane (an isothiocyanate) have been most frequently examined for their anticancer effects. Read more
Thursday, April 2, 2015
Alternative Medicine for Cancer Treatment
Alternative Medicine for Cancer Treatment
By Sara Calabro | Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
Some cancer patients are adding yoga, acupuncture, and other alternative treatments to a traditional cancer treatment regimen.
Cancer treatment is becoming more specific. Thanks to medical advances such as targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and hormonal therapy, many cancer types are being tackled with unprecedented precision, increasing remission rates, and improved quality of life. However, cancer remains a debilitating disease for many patients, some of whom are turning to complementary cancer therapies and alternative treatments in an effort to help boost their immune systems, reduce medication side effects, and lower stress levels.
Estimates vary on the use of alternative medicine for cancer because not all cancer patients report usage to their physicians, nor are surveys on complementary therapies for cancer frequently conducted. One study involving 102 cancer patients noted that 88 percent of them had used complementary cancer care.
Complementary and alternative treatments are most often used as supportive care rather than in place of conventional cancer treatment. “Treatment-oriented protocols for complementary cancer therapies have not yet produced significant results,” says dietitian Elena Ladas, MS, RD, a director within Columbia University’s integrative therapies department. “There is more interesting research that supports using integrative medicine as a supportive care modality.”
The National Cancer Institute’s Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine recognizes the following eight major categories of cancer therapies. Read more
Some cancer patients are adding yoga, acupuncture, and other alternative treatments to a traditional cancer treatment regimen.
Cancer treatment is becoming more specific. Thanks to medical advances such as targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and hormonal therapy, many cancer types are being tackled with unprecedented precision, increasing remission rates, and improved quality of life. However, cancer remains a debilitating disease for many patients, some of whom are turning to complementary cancer therapies and alternative treatments in an effort to help boost their immune systems, reduce medication side effects, and lower stress levels.
Estimates vary on the use of alternative medicine for cancer because not all cancer patients report usage to their physicians, nor are surveys on complementary therapies for cancer frequently conducted. One study involving 102 cancer patients noted that 88 percent of them had used complementary cancer care.
Complementary and alternative treatments are most often used as supportive care rather than in place of conventional cancer treatment. “Treatment-oriented protocols for complementary cancer therapies have not yet produced significant results,” says dietitian Elena Ladas, MS, RD, a director within Columbia University’s integrative therapies department. “There is more interesting research that supports using integrative medicine as a supportive care modality.”
The National Cancer Institute’s Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine recognizes the following eight major categories of cancer therapies. Read more
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Can You Really Prevent Cancer?
Can You Really Prevent Cancer?
By Diana Rodriguez | Medically reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH
You can reduce your risk of many types of cancer if you adopt a healthy lifestyle and take a few other precautions.
We all want to live long lives without the threat of disease, especially cancer. But is cancer prevention possible? Actually, many different types of cancer, particularly some with the poorest prognoses, can be prevented — or at least the risk reduced — with simple lifestyle changes and precautions to keep your body healthy and protected from cancer. And stay on top of cancer information, as studies are published on a regular basis.
Cancer Prevention: Get Healthy
Bad habits are called bad habits for a reason — they can lead to serious health problems, like cancer. Here are some healthy lifestyle changes you should make to help prevent cancer:
- Wear sunscreen every day. Skin cancer can turn into a bad prognosis quickly, but can easily be prevented with good skin care. That means protecting your skin from the sun by limiting exposure (staying in the shade, wearing long pants and long shirts) and by applying sunscreen every day, not just at the beach.
- Quit smoking. Lung cancer is the most fatal type of cancer, and many lung cancer cases are caused by smoking. Quitting smoking can also reduce your risk of developing stomach, cervical, pancreatic, larynx, throat, mouth, esophageal, and bladder cancers. If you reduce your exposure to secondhand smoke, you'll also reduce your cancer risk.
- Stick to moderate alcohol consumption. Excess alcohol consumption can increase the risk of developing cancers of the throat, mouth, and larynx, as well as breast, liver, and colon cancer. To help prevent cancer, it's best to enjoy alcohol only in small amounts on occasion; avoid drinking too much or too frequently.
- Watch your diet. To help reduce your cancer risk, load up on plenty of plant-based foods, with at least five servings each day of fruits and vegetables. Opt for whole-grain foods — breads, pastas, and cereals — and limit red meat. Processed lunch meat, hot dogs, and the like should also be restricted for cancer prevention.
- Maintain a healthy body weight. Obesity is linked to a number of different types of cancer, including breast, colorectal, endometrial, and prostate cancer. To keep your weight at a healthy level, follow the diet tips above and get plenty of regular exercise. Read more
You can reduce your risk of many types of cancer if you adopt a healthy lifestyle and take a few other precautions.
We all want to live long lives without the threat of disease, especially cancer. But is cancer prevention possible? Actually, many different types of cancer, particularly some with the poorest prognoses, can be prevented — or at least the risk reduced — with simple lifestyle changes and precautions to keep your body healthy and protected from cancer. And stay on top of cancer information, as studies are published on a regular basis.
Cancer Prevention: Get Healthy
Bad habits are called bad habits for a reason — they can lead to serious health problems, like cancer. Here are some healthy lifestyle changes you should make to help prevent cancer:
- Wear sunscreen every day. Skin cancer can turn into a bad prognosis quickly, but can easily be prevented with good skin care. That means protecting your skin from the sun by limiting exposure (staying in the shade, wearing long pants and long shirts) and by applying sunscreen every day, not just at the beach.
- Quit smoking. Lung cancer is the most fatal type of cancer, and many lung cancer cases are caused by smoking. Quitting smoking can also reduce your risk of developing stomach, cervical, pancreatic, larynx, throat, mouth, esophageal, and bladder cancers. If you reduce your exposure to secondhand smoke, you'll also reduce your cancer risk.
- Stick to moderate alcohol consumption. Excess alcohol consumption can increase the risk of developing cancers of the throat, mouth, and larynx, as well as breast, liver, and colon cancer. To help prevent cancer, it's best to enjoy alcohol only in small amounts on occasion; avoid drinking too much or too frequently.
- Watch your diet. To help reduce your cancer risk, load up on plenty of plant-based foods, with at least five servings each day of fruits and vegetables. Opt for whole-grain foods — breads, pastas, and cereals — and limit red meat. Processed lunch meat, hot dogs, and the like should also be restricted for cancer prevention.
- Maintain a healthy body weight. Obesity is linked to a number of different types of cancer, including breast, colorectal, endometrial, and prostate cancer. To keep your weight at a healthy level, follow the diet tips above and get plenty of regular exercise. Read more
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