dailyhealthpost--2020-04-01--Here’s How Covid-19 Infects Your Body and Why It’s Dangerous for Your Heart

We ’ ve been hearing conflicting opinions on Covid-19 for months .
Various politicians on both sides of the aisle have been comparing this new coronavirus either with the flu and the common cold or with some of the most disastrous plagues and wars in human history .
In some cases , certain politicians have done both in the span of mere days .
With the total number of registered infected cases in the U.S. approaching 190,000 out of 861,000 worldwide as of the end of March , the recovery rate in the U.S. is still between the 3 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there ’ s still a long way to go before we know just what the recovery/death statistics are going to be .
What we do know , however , is that people with underlying heart conditions are under much more risk of complications .
Conditions such as heart disease , diabetes or even just high blood pressure have all been linked with almost all of the more hard-struck Covid-19 patients .
And because heart-related diseases have always been wide-spread in the U.S. , the new coronavirus is affecting middle-aged and younger people in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ More than 18 million Americans age 20 or older have heart disease .
Dr. Clyde Yancy is Northwestern Medicine ’ s Chief of Cardiology has said that “ The risk for getting the infection might not increase but if you have the infection , and underlying heart disease , the consequence is not only more serious , they can be dire , ” Dr. Yancy also added : “ We have to be careful with the original language that suggests , ‘ but this was a trivial illness for younger people.
’ They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ older adult ; parents and friends , grandparents .
That ’ s a concern .
But particularly if they are the ones who have underlying heart disease , and that includes high blood pressure or diabetes .
Once this infection occurs , it could have grave consequences and unfortunately , we ’ re saying deaths of people in their 40s and 50s .
It ’ s very chilling.
” The way the disease spreads is also relatively misunderstood .
Most people view it as just an extra contagious flu but it turns out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ diseases infect people ’ s respiratory systems by entering their eyes , nose , or mouths .
The infected droplets of moisture can either come in contact with us from the air if we just pass near an infected person , or we can infect ourselves if we ’ ve touched an infected area like a table or a door handle and then touch our face before washing our hands .
Once the virus gets in contact with our mouths , nose or eyes , it starts to multiply .
Covid-19 can survive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a while but it can ’ t procreate there – it only starts to do that once it has entered our bodies and has come in contact with the mucus membranes of our nose and throat .
The next stage of the disease is that it slowly starts making its way toward the victim ’ s lungs .
As the virus itself isn ’ t mobile it relies on our breaths to slowly push it down our respiratory systems .
Once the virus gets in contact with our lungs and starts replicating there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kicks into high gear and becomes much more different and more dangerous than the flu .
While the flu often leads to bacterial pneumonia with an intense but single and localized infection in the victim ’ s lungs , Covid-19 quickly pervades the entire lungs of the victim and turns them grey and inflamed .
The coronavirus infection works from the outer air sacs of the lungs ( hence the change of color ) and it quickly leads to the buildup of fluid , pus , and debris .
This , in turn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Respiratory Distress Syndrome ( ARDS ) .
And ARDS , unfortunately , is incurable .
Doctors use medical ventilators to buy the victims ’ immune systems some time , which is why you may have heard so much talk about ventilators in the news recently .
The reason they are necessary is because patients start having problems breathing as ARDS progresses .
Even with the help of ventilators , however , and especially without them , the virus ’ s assault on the body tends to put a lot of strain on it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play their deadly role .
Because the ARDS caused by a Covid-19 infection is so severe , many patients start developing heart failures .
People with weak hearts are in the greatest danger but even something as simple as high blood pressure is a risky enough comorbidity .
All this is the reason why lots of medical professionals are begging people to practice social distancing and help them flatten the curve – because as the disease progresses through the victim ’ s body it becomes increasingly unmanageable .
To survive , the infected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assistance as they can get , especially if they have a heart or blood pressure condition .
Decreasing the number of people in need of medical assistance at any given time is essential for saving as many lives as possible .
“ If we can practice these important public health measures , we really can help flatten the curve , ” Dr. Yancy said .
“ People may tire of hearing this , but I am not going tire of saying it because I think the exposure here is to a very dark @ @ @

We’ve been hearing conflicting opinions on Covid-19 for months. Various politicians on both sides of the aisle have been comparing this new coronavirus either with the flu and the common cold or with some of the most disastrous plagues and wars in human history. In some cases, certain politicians have done both in the span of mere days.
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With the total number of registered infected cases in the U.S. approaching 190,000 out of 861,000 worldwide as of the end of March, the recovery rate in the U.S. is still between the 3% and 4% threshold, meaning that there’s still a long way to go before we know just what the recovery/death statistics are going to be.
What we do know, however, is that people with underlying heart conditions are under much more risk of complications. Conditions such as heart disease, diabetes or even just high blood pressure have all been linked with almost all of the more hard-struck Covid-19 patients.
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And because heart-related diseases have always been wide-spread in the U.S., the new coronavirus is affecting middle-aged and younger people in the country more disproportionally than expected. More than 18 million Americans age 20 or older have heart disease.
Dr. Clyde Yancy is Northwestern Medicine’s Chief of Cardiology has said that “The risk for getting the infection might not increase but if you have the infection, and underlying heart disease, the consequence is not only more serious, they can be dire,”
Dr. Yancy also added: “We have to be careful with the original language that suggests, ‘but this was a trivial illness for younger people.’ They can be carriers and can impact their older adult; parents and friends, grandparents. That’s a concern. But particularly if they are the ones who have underlying heart disease, and that includes high blood pressure or diabetes. Once this infection occurs, it could have grave consequences and unfortunately, we’re saying deaths of people in their 40s and 50s. It’s very chilling.”
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The way the disease spreads is also relatively misunderstood. Most people view it as just an extra contagious flu but it turns out Covid-19 is more than that.
Both diseases infect people’s respiratory systems by entering their eyes, nose, or mouths. The infected droplets of moisture can either come in contact with us from the air if we just pass near an infected person, or we can infect ourselves if we’ve touched an infected area like a table or a door handle and then touch our face before washing our hands.
Once the virus gets in contact with our mouths, nose or eyes, it starts to multiply. Covid-19 can survive in the air or on surfaces for a while but it can’t procreate there – it only starts to do that once it has entered our bodies and has come in contact with the mucus membranes of our nose and throat.
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The next stage of the disease is that it slowly starts making its way toward the victim’s lungs. As the virus itself isn’t mobile it relies on our breaths to slowly push it down our respiratory systems. Once the virus gets in contact with our lungs and starts replicating there, that’s when the infection kicks into high gear and becomes much more different and more dangerous than the flu.
While the flu often leads to bacterial pneumonia with an intense but single and localized infection in the victim’s lungs, Covid-19 quickly pervades the entire lungs of the victim and turns them grey and inflamed. The coronavirus infection works from the outer air sacs of the lungs (hence the change of color) and it quickly leads to the buildup of fluid, pus, and debris. This, in turn, leads to the development of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
And ARDS, unfortunately, is incurable. Doctors use medical ventilators to buy the victims’ immune systems some time, which is why you may have heard so much talk about ventilators in the news recently. The reason they are necessary is because patients start having problems breathing as ARDS progresses.
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Even with the help of ventilators, however, and especially without them, the virus’s assault on the body tends to put a lot of strain on it and that’s where heart complications play their deadly role. Because the ARDS caused by a Covid-19 infection is so severe, many patients start developing heart failures. People with weak hearts are in the greatest danger but even something as simple as high blood pressure is a risky enough comorbidity.
All this is the reason why lots of medical professionals are begging people to practice social distancing and help them flatten the curve – because as the disease progresses through the victim’s body it becomes increasingly unmanageable. To survive, the infected person needs as much medical care and assistance as they can get, especially if they have a heart or blood pressure condition. Decreasing the number of people in need of medical assistance at any given time is essential for saving as many lives as possible.
“If we can practice these important public health measures, we really can help flatten the curve,” Dr. Yancy said. “People may tire of hearing this, but I am not going tire of saying it because I think the exposure here is to a very dark consequence.”
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-01--How Cannabis Cleans up Nuclear Radiation and Toxic Soil

As the result of any type of consumption , there is the consequent waste .
Often the waste is benign , sometimes even productive , such as with industrial hemp .
At other times , it ’ s deadly .
Such is the case with the manufacturing run-off of the heavy metal industries .
( 1 ) The ILVA steel factory in Taranto , Italy ( on the Ionian Sea , which opens to the larger Mediterranean ) replaced fishing and tourism as its primary industry in 1965 .
It is now the region ’ s largest employer and produces @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It ’ s also responsible for the disastrous pollution of the area ’ s air , land , and water .
One of the contaminants that result from steel production is dioxin .
Dioxins are a group of toxic chemical compounds ( Chlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxin [ CDD ] , Chlorinated dibenzofuran [ CDF ] , and certain polychlorinated biphenyls [ PCB ] ) that are the by-product of combustion .
They are known to cause cancer , disrupt the endocrine system , affect reproduction and development , and damage the immune system .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , dioxins accumulate in animal ( including human ) fat and are difficult to excrete .
ILVA was found responsible for thirty percent of all of Italy ’ s dioxin emissions in 2002 .
By 2004 , the proportion had grown to eighty-three percent .
( 3 ) The amount of dioxins released by ILVA is so bad that farmers have been banned from raising livestock within a twenty-mile radius , as more than ninety percent of human ingestion of dioxins comes from contaminated meat , fish , and dairy .
( 4 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found in 2008 to have high toxin levels in their milk and meat from their feed and the air , farmers were ordered to slaughter their herds , numbering in the thousands .
( 5 ) A 2015 European Union report states that the ILVA steel plant has been an “ area at high risk of environmental crisis ” since 1997 .
Regional pollution became so bad that the Italian government shut down part of the plant in 2012 to reduce toxin emissions .
( 6 ) Dioxins and other airborne poisons released @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dust , carried over distance and covering everything in the vicinity .
The consequences to local ILVA steel workers have been devastating , with terrifyingly higher-than-average rates of illness and disease : “ In Taranto , according to experts , between 2004 and 2010 there were on average 83 deaths a year attributable to exceedances of particulate matter in the air , while hospitalizations for cardio-respiratory causes would amount to 648 per year .
[ ILVA ] workers showed excess mortality from malignant disease ( +11 % ) , in particular for stomach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ + 71 % ) , prostate ( +50 ) and bladder ( +69 % ) .
Among the non-cancerous diseases are found to be in excess neurological diseases ( +64 % ) and heart disease ( +14 % ) .
The workers with the qualification of employed presented excess mortality for cancer of the pleura ( +135 % ) and brain ( +111 % ) .
The impairment framework of the health status of the workers of the steel industry is confirmed by the analysis of hospital admissions in excess of hospitalizations for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 7 ) Vincenzo Fornaro used to raise sheep in Taranto on a farm that has been in his family for generations .
After he was compelled to slaughter his herd , Fornaro began to take steps to cleanse the soil of toxins through a process called phytoremediation .
His crop for this purpose : hemp .

As the result of any type of consumption, there is the consequent waste. Often the waste is benign, sometimes even productive, such as with industrial hemp. At other times, it’s deadly. Such is the case with the manufacturing run-off of the heavy metal industries. (1)
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The ILVA steel factory in Taranto, Italy (on the Ionian Sea, which opens to the larger Mediterranean) replaced fishing and tourism as its primary industry in 1965. It is now the region’s largest employer and produces forty percent of Italy’s steel. It’s also responsible for the disastrous pollution of the area’s air, land, and water.
One of the contaminants that result from steel production is dioxin. Dioxins are a group of toxic chemical compounds (Chlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxin [CDD], Chlorinated dibenzofuran [CDF], and certain polychlorinated biphenyls [PCB]) that are the by-product of combustion. They are known to cause cancer, disrupt the endocrine system, affect reproduction and development, and damage the immune system. (2)
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Because they are fat-soluble, dioxins accumulate in animal (including human) fat and are difficult to excrete. ILVA was found responsible for thirty percent of all of Italy’s dioxin emissions in 2002. By 2004, the proportion had grown to eighty-three percent. (3)
The amount of dioxins released by ILVA is so bad that farmers have been banned from raising livestock within a twenty-mile radius, as more than ninety percent of human ingestion of dioxins comes from contaminated meat, fish, and dairy. (4)
When local cows and sheep were found in 2008 to have high toxin levels in their milk and meat from their feed and the air, farmers were ordered to slaughter their herds, numbering in the thousands. (5) A 2015 European Union report states that the ILVA steel plant has been an “area at high risk of environmental crisis” since 1997. Regional pollution became so bad that the Italian government shut down part of the plant in 2012 to reduce toxin emissions. (6)
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The Reality of Airborne Pollution
Dioxins and other airborne poisons released during steel production rain down as toxic dust, carried over distance and covering everything in the vicinity. The consequences to local ILVA steel workers have been devastating, with terrifyingly higher-than-average rates of illness and disease:
“In Taranto, according to experts, between 2004 and 2010 there were on average 83 deaths a year attributable to exceedances of particulate matter in the air, while hospitalizations for cardio-respiratory causes would amount to 648 per year. [ILVA] workers showed excess mortality from malignant disease (+11%), in particular for stomach cancer (+107), pleura (+ 71%), prostate (+50) and bladder (+69%). Among the non-cancerous diseases are found to be in excess neurological diseases (+64%) and heart disease (+14%). The workers with the qualification of employed presented excess mortality for cancer of the pleura (+135%) and brain (+111%). The impairment framework of the health status of the workers of the steel industry is confirmed by the analysis of hospital admissions in excess of hospitalizations for causes cancer, cardiovascular and respiratory.” (7)
One Farmer Fights Back
Vincenzo Fornaro used to raise sheep in Taranto on a farm that has been in his family for generations. After he was compelled to slaughter his herd, Fornaro began to take steps to cleanse the soil of toxins through a process called phytoremediation. His crop for this purpose: hemp.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-01--5 Easy Yoga Moves For Lower Back Pain Caused By Sciatica

Most people have about a forty percent chance of experiencing sciatica pain or lower back pain at some point in their lives .
Sciatica pain which starts at the base of the spine and runs down through the legs doesn ’ t always manifest as lower back pain .
Numbness , tingling , and weakness in your legs and knees can also be signs of sciatica trouble .
The symptoms of sciatica pain can be diverse .
They include : pain anywhere from the lower back down through the calf muscles ; fatigue , numbness , and loss of feeling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tingling or “ pins and needles ” sensation in the legs or feet ; weakness in the knees ; an inability to flex your ankles ; and reduced reflex response in your Achilles tendon and knee .
Sciatic nerve pain can be caused by a number of factors .
Compressed nerves , muscle or disc herniation , osteoarthritis , and lumbar canal stenosis are frequent causes of sciatic pain ( 1 ) .
Any of the symptoms of sciatic nerve trouble can be serious , and you should see a doctor if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , or weakness in your lower back and/or legs .
However , oftentimes there ’ s little that doctors can do for patients with sciatica pain ; regular stretching and rest are the two most frequently prescribed remedies .
If you ’ re having trouble with your sciatica , there are steps you can take at home to help address the symptoms .
These stretches can be especially helpful if the pain is caused by the piriformis – they ’ re designed to help stretch your lower back , relieving tension in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been widely associated with the relief of sciatica pain ( 2 ) ; however , patients should be careful not to overdo it , as there are cases of overly enthusiastic yoga participants causing more damage to their sciatic nerves ( 3 ) .

Most people have about a forty percent chance of experiencing sciatica pain or lower back pain at some point in their lives.
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Sciatica pain which starts at the base of the spine and runs down through the legs doesn’t always manifest as lower back pain. Numbness, tingling, and weakness in your legs and knees can also be signs of sciatica trouble.
The symptoms of sciatica pain can be diverse. They include: pain anywhere from the lower back down through the calf muscles; fatigue, numbness, and loss of feeling in the legs or feet; a tingling or “pins and needles” sensation in the legs or feet; weakness in the knees; an inability to flex your ankles; and reduced reflex response in your Achilles tendon and knee.
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Causes of Sciatica Pain (Lower Back pain)
Sciatic nerve pain can be caused by a number of factors. Compressed nerves, muscle or disc herniation, osteoarthritis, and lumbar canal stenosis are frequent causes of sciatic pain(1).
Any of the symptoms of sciatic nerve trouble can be serious, and you should see a doctor if you’re experiencing sciatica pain, numbness, or weakness in your lower back and/or legs. However, oftentimes there’s little that doctors can do for patients with sciatica pain; regular stretching and rest are the two most frequently prescribed remedies.
See also: sciatica stretches
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Stretching To Relieve Sciatic Nerve or Lower Back Pain
If you’re having trouble with your sciatica, there are steps you can take at home to help address the symptoms. These stretches can be especially helpful if the pain is caused by the piriformis – they’re designed to help stretch your lower back, relieving tension in the muscles of the lower back.
Stretching has been widely associated with the relief of sciatica pain(2); however, patients should be careful not to overdo it, as there are cases of overly enthusiastic yoga participants causing more damage to their sciatic nerves(3).
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-01--These 4 Herbs Can Protect Your Brain From Alzheimer’s, Depression, Anxiety And Much More

Negative feelings , like positive ones , are all in your head .
All emotions evoke physiological reactions .
Sometimes it ’ s hard to get out of the negative loop , as bad feelings tend to feed on each other , spiralling down to places of anxiety and depression .
They can leave you feeling tired , sad , and sick .
Emotional exhaustion is very real and can occur after long periods of prolonged stress .
Natural herbs for depression and anxiety can be particularly helpful during this time .
Hormones are released when your body undergoes this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thoughts release dopamine and serotonin , anxious thoughts release adrenaline and cortisol .
By managing thoughts , you help regulate emotion and the physical consequences of your state of mind .
In addition to mental stress , we are constantly bombarded with electromagnetic radiation and toxins in the air , water , and food .
External stressors ( of which we ’ re not always aware ) coupled with a fragile mental state can make us feel lost and hopeless—often we don ’ t really know why .
We all have stress in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we deal with it that matters to our well-being .
Long-term stress and anxiety can lead to downright depression and sleep disorders , which have their own impact on general health .
Negative states of mind can lead to disease , including mental illness and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer ’ s disease .
To protect your brain ( and the rest of your body ) , you have to make a conscious choice to reverse or ameliorate the factors that are causing undue stress .
It ’ s a complex issue and there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exercise is key , for a variety of reasons .
Proper nutrition is equally important .
Finally , mindfulness brings it all together : mind , body , and spirit .
What you eat directly affects how you feel .
Anti-depressants don ’ t always solve your problems and are , in fact , more harmful than helpful to your overall well-being .
Taking care of your mind and brain ( they are distinct but inextricable ) requires a natural , sustainable , multi-faceted approach .
You ’ ll find four herbs below @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alleviate feelings of anxiety and depression .
Adding these to your diet will balance out your emotions and help support your recovery .
You can find these herbs at your local health food store and even grow some of them at home .
You got ta love the pretty fan-shaped gingko leaf .
Aside from that , gingko has been used in Asian medicine since ancient times to improve memory and cognition .
A study published in 2011 of gingko ’ s effect on the memory and cognition of a group of healthy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gingko performed better on a memory test .
Gingko seems to trigger all parts of the brain responsible for storing memories .
( 1 )

Negative feelings, like positive ones, are all in your head. All emotions evoke physiological reactions. Sometimes it’s hard to get out of the negative loop, as bad feelings tend to feed on each other, spiralling down to places of anxiety and depression.
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They can leave you feeling tired, sad, and sick. Emotional exhaustion is very real and can occur after long periods of prolonged stress. Natural herbs for depression and anxiety can be particularly helpful during this time.
Hormones are released when your body undergoes this kind of emotional stress. While happy thoughts release dopamine and serotonin, anxious thoughts release adrenaline and cortisol. By managing thoughts, you help regulate emotion and the physical consequences of your state of mind.
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External Stresses
In addition to mental stress, we are constantly bombarded with electromagnetic radiation and toxins in the air, water, and food. External stressors (of which we’re not always aware) coupled with a fragile mental state can make us feel lost and hopeless—often we don’t really know why.
We all have stress in our lives; it’s how we deal with it that matters to our well-being.
Long-term stress and anxiety can lead to downright depression and sleep disorders, which have their own impact on general health. Negative states of mind can lead to disease, including mental illness and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease.
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To protect your brain (and the rest of your body), you have to make a conscious choice to reverse or ameliorate the factors that are causing undue stress. It’s a complex issue and there’s no silver bullet. Regular exercise is key, for a variety of reasons. Proper nutrition is equally important. Finally, mindfulness brings it all together: mind, body, and spirit.
See also: preventing Alzheimer’s
What you eat directly affects how you feel.
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Anti-depressants don’t always solve your problems and are, in fact, more harmful than helpful to your overall well-being. Taking care of your mind and brain (they are distinct but inextricable) requires a natural, sustainable, multi-faceted approach. You’ll find four herbs below whose chemical compositions have been found to alleviate feelings of anxiety and depression. Adding these to your diet will balance out your emotions and help support your recovery.
4 Natural Herbs for Depression and Anxiety
You can find these herbs at your local health food store and even grow some of them at home.
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1. Gingko Biloba/Maiden Hair Tree
You gotta love the pretty fan-shaped gingko leaf. Aside from that, gingko has been used in Asian medicine since ancient times to improve memory and cognition. A study published in 2011 of gingko’s effect on the memory and cognition of a group of healthy men found that those who supplemented with gingko performed better on a memory test. Gingko seems to trigger all parts of the brain responsible for storing memories. (1)
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-01--Essential Oils and Brain Injuries: What You are Not Being Told

The use of essential oils in aromatherapy and complimentary medicine has gained plenty of traction in recent years and with good reason .
Essential oils are made from plants via extraction or distillation ( there are other ways , too but these are the modern means ) .
With distillation , plants are put into a still and steam is applied to release the oils as vapor , which then condenses into liquid form and is captured and bottled .
On the other hand , extraction ( cold press ) is often used for citrus fruit oils ( lemon , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The rind of the fruit is pressed to release its oil , which is siphoned and bottled .
( 1 ) Essential oils can be used topically , inhaled , and in some cases , ingested .
One of the most powerful oils out there is frankincense essential oil .
Essential oils contain many phytochemicals that not only produce a particular scent but are packed with antioxidants and other beneficial compounds .
When you breathe in plant oil through your nose , it bypasses the blood-brain barrier , sending signals directly into your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ various reactions in your hippocampus and limbic system ( 2 ) .
Hormones are then released throughout the body , depending on the neural messages delivered by the aroma .
This whole process is much faster that topical application because the oil doesn ’ t have to go through the skin and circulatory system before reaching the brain .
The hippocampus is responsible for the storage of long-term memory , which includes all past knowledge and experiences ( 3 ) .
These memories are heavily associated with scent because of the proximity of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is why essential oils have such a profound impact on emotional health .
The limbic system , which includes the hippocampus , is responsible for involuntary activities like regulating blood pressure , hormones , stress levels , breathing , and heart rate .
Oliver Wendell Holmes said , “ Memories , imagination , old sentiments , and associations are more readily reached through the sense of smell than any other channel.
” ( 4 )

The use of essential oils in aromatherapy and complimentary medicine has gained plenty of traction in recent years and with good reason. Essential oils are made from plants via extraction or distillation (there are other ways, too but these are the modern means). With distillation, plants are put into a still and steam is applied to release the oils as vapor, which then condenses into liquid form and is captured and bottled.
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On the other hand, extraction (cold press) is often used for citrus fruit oils (lemon, orange, bergamot, etc.). The rind of the fruit is pressed to release its oil, which is siphoned and bottled. (1)
Essential oils can be used topically, inhaled, and in some cases, ingested. One of the most powerful oils out there is frankincense essential oil.
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Inhaling Essential Oils
Essential oils contain many phytochemicals that not only produce a particular scent but are packed with antioxidants and other beneficial compounds.
When you breathe in plant oil through your nose, it bypasses the blood-brain barrier, sending signals directly into your brain via the olfactory bulb and stimulating various reactions in your hippocampus and limbic system (2). Hormones are then released throughout the body, depending on the neural messages delivered by the aroma. This whole process is much faster that topical application because the oil doesn’t have to go through the skin and circulatory system before reaching the brain.
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The hippocampus is responsible for the storage of long-term memory, which includes all past knowledge and experiences (3). These memories are heavily associated with scent because of the proximity of the olfactory bulb and hippocampus. This is why essential oils have such a profound impact on emotional health. The limbic system, which includes the hippocampus, is responsible for involuntary activities like regulating blood pressure, hormones, stress levels, breathing, and heart rate.
Oliver Wendell Holmes said, “Memories, imagination, old sentiments, and associations are more readily reached through the sense of smell than any other channel.” (4)
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--New Blood Test Detects More Than 50 Types of Cancer, Some Before Symptoms Appear

In a respite from coronavirus news , there ’ s some positive development in the battle against cancer .
A new blood test that can check over 50 types of cancer , often before any signs or symptoms , is undergoing trials .
While not a “ cure for cancer ” per se , this can be huge for diagnosing tumors sooner rather than later , thus making them much easier to deal with .
So far during its trials , the overall specificity of the test was 99.3 % , meaning that only 0.7 % of the results incorrectly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are using it in trials with patients but more studies are needed , they say in Annals of Oncology .
So far the data shows that this new blood test is better at diagnosing more advanced conditions but isn ’ t as accurate with conditions in their early stages .
How does the new blood test work ?
The test aims to diagnose the telltale chemical changes in certain bits of genetic code .
This cell-free DNA is what leaks from tumors into the bloodstream .
This is also what makes the test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ later stages – because they produce more of this cell-free DNA .
The researchers working on this project come from many prestigious institutions around the world – Harvard Medical School , the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute , the University College of London , and the Francis Crick Institute .
Over 4,000 samples from patients with and without cancer have been used in this study .
The test doesn ’ t just perform well at detecting the presence of tumor cell-free DNA but it has also shown a 96 % accuracy at identifying the exact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from .
The 50+ types of cancer that this test can check for include some of the most dangerous ones such as lung cancer , ovarian cancer , and bowel cancer .
If early detection can indeed be improved even for just these three types of cancer this can lead to hundreds of thousands of lives saved every year .
Lung cancer , for example , is the second most common type of cancer ( not counting skin cancer ) in both men ( second behind prostate cancer ) and women ( second @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( or colon ) cancer , it ’ s estimated that there will be 104,610 new cases in 2020 and 43,340 deaths .
The numbers for ovarian cancer are 21,750 cases and 13,940 deaths .
And those are just 3 out of the 50+ types of cancer this new blood test might be able to accurately detect .
What are the experts ’ predictions for the test ?
This blood test is funded by Grail , a major scientific investor that ’ s dedicated to cancer prevention , detection , and treatments .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lead researchers on the project , Prof Geoff Oxnard : “ This blood test seems to have all the features needed to be used on a population scale , as a multi-cancer screening test .
“ Everyone asks when will a test like this will be ready for use .
“ Based upon this successful clinical validation in thousands of patients , the test has actually now been launched for limited use on clinical trials .
“ But before this blood test is used routinely , we will probably need to see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more fully understand the test performance .
“ Certainly the field is moving quickly and it makes us hopeful that blood-based cancer detection will be a reality.
” Dr David Crosby from Cancer Research UK and an early detection head on the project also adds that : “ Detecting cancers at their earliest stages , when they are less aggressive and more treatable , has a huge potential to save lives and we sorely need tech innovations that can turn this potential into reality .
“ Although this test is still at an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ results are encouraging .
“ And if the test can be fine-tuned to be more efficient at catching cancers in their earliest stages , it could become a tool for early detection .
“ But more research is needed to improve the test ’ s ability to catch early cancers and we still need to explore how it might work in a real cancer-screening scenario .
”

In a respite from coronavirus news, there’s some positive development in the battle against cancer. A new blood test that can check over 50 types of cancer, often before any signs or symptoms, is undergoing trials. While not a “cure for cancer” per se, this can be huge for diagnosing tumors sooner rather than later, thus making them much easier to deal with.
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So far during its trials, the overall specificity of the test was 99.3%, meaning that only 0.7% of the results incorrectly indicated that cancer was present.
Doctors are using it in trials with patients but more studies are needed, they say in Annals of Oncology.
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So far the data shows that this new blood test is better at diagnosing more advanced conditions but isn’t as accurate with conditions in their early stages.
How does the new blood test work?
The test aims to diagnose the telltale chemical changes in certain bits of genetic code. This cell-free DNA is what leaks from tumors into the bloodstream. This is also what makes the test better at catching mostly tumors in their later stages – because they produce more of this cell-free DNA.
The researchers working on this project come from many prestigious institutions around the world – Harvard Medical School, the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the University College of London, and the Francis Crick Institute. Over 4,000 samples from patients with and without cancer have been used in this study.
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The test doesn’t just perform well at detecting the presence of tumor cell-free DNA but it has also shown a 96% accuracy at identifying the exact type of cancer the patient is suffering from. The 50+ types of cancer that this test can check for include some of the most dangerous ones such as lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and bowel cancer.
If early detection can indeed be improved even for just these three types of cancer this can lead to hundreds of thousands of lives saved every year.
Lung cancer, for example, is the second most common type of cancer (not counting skin cancer) in both men (second behind prostate cancer) and women (second to breast cancer).
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For bowel (or colon) cancer, it’s estimated that there will be 104,610 new cases in 2020 and 43,340 deaths.
The numbers for ovarian cancer are 21,750 cases and 13,940 deaths.
And those are just 3 out of the 50+ types of cancer this new blood test might be able to accurately detect.
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What are the experts’ predictions for the test?
This blood test is funded by Grail, a major scientific investor that’s dedicated to cancer prevention, detection, and treatments. According to their own and one of the lead researchers on the project, Prof Geoff Oxnard:
“This blood test seems to have all the features needed to be used on a population scale, as a multi-cancer screening test.
“Everyone asks when will a test like this will be ready for use.
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“Based upon this successful clinical validation in thousands of patients, the test has actually now been launched for limited use on clinical trials.
“But before this blood test is used routinely, we will probably need to see results from clinical studies like this to more fully understand the test performance.
“Certainly the field is moving quickly and it makes us hopeful that blood-based cancer detection will be a reality.”
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Dr David Crosby from Cancer Research UK and an early detection head on the project also adds that:
“Detecting cancers at their earliest stages, when they are less aggressive and more treatable, has a huge potential to save lives and we sorely need tech innovations that can turn this potential into reality.
“Although this test is still at an early stage of development, the initial results are encouraging.
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“And if the test can be fine-tuned to be more efficient at catching cancers in their earliest stages, it could become a tool for early detection.
“But more research is needed to improve the test’s ability to catch early cancers and we still need to explore how it might work in a real cancer-screening scenario.”
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--Germany Wants to Issue “Coronavirus Antibody Certificates” so That People can Re-enter Society

Germany , like many other countries , is looking for a way out of the COVID-19 crisis .
With both people and economies suffering , the German city of Berlin is planning an “ exit strategy ” in the form of “ Coronavirus Antibody Certificates ” that are to be issued to people who ’ ve recovered from the virus .
The goal of this certificate is for people to slowly start exiting their quarantines when they ’ ve tested positive for the presence of coronavirus antibodies .
These “ immunity certificates ” can result in a rather swift boost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recovered from the disease have antibodies in their systems .
Those are the antibodies our immune systems produce to both fight off the disease and to make us immune to getting sick with COVID-19 again .
Testing for the disease ’ s antibodies will be as tricky as testing for the disease itself but the researchers plan to start testing 100,000 people at a time and to issue certificates to those who ’ ve tested positive for the virus ’ s antibodies .
There are two main positives to this strategy : • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ state of the disease and people ’ s immunity to it , allowing politicians to better plan when and how they are going to end the lockdown .
These coronavirus antibody certificates are the research project of the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research in Braunschweig , Germany .
They ’ ve been working on blood tests to look for the presence of antibodies for weeks , as the German magazine Der Spiegel reports .
The epidemiologist leading the project , Dr. Gerard Krause said in front of the magazine that “ Those who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vaccination certificate that would , for example , allow them to be exempt from any ( lockdown-related ) restrictions on their work , ” The test developed by the Helmholtz Centre is a variation of previous blood tests that were able to detect the presence of some coronaviruses ’ antibodies but not for those of COVID-19 .
It should be mentioned that the final approval of the project is expected to happen sometime in April .
If and when it works , it will be yet another victory for Germany ’ s healthcare @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the virus better than most .
Currently , Germany has the 4th highest number of COVID-19 cases in the world ( 81,728 ) but they are boasting one of the lowest deaths percentages of 1.21 % with 997 victims as of April 2 .
For comparison , the three countries with higher number of cases at the same time are the U.S. with 216,722 cases and 5,140 fatalities ( 2.3 % ) , Italy with 110,574 cases and 13,155 fatalities ( 11.9 % ) , and Spain with 110,238 cases and 10,003 fatalities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s National Healthcare System is widely praised as one of the best in the world and these numbers support their case .
A German military plane was even sent to eastern France recently to take COVID-19 patients from there to treat them in Germany .
There are patients from northern Italy that are being treated in Germany as well .

Germany, like many other countries, is looking for a way out of the COVID-19 crisis. With both people and economies suffering, the German city of Berlin is planning an “exit strategy” in the form of “Coronavirus Antibody Certificates” that are to be issued to people who’ve recovered from the virus.
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The goal of this certificate is for people to slowly start exiting their quarantines when they’ve tested positive for the presence of coronavirus antibodies.
These “immunity certificates” can result in a rather swift boost to the economy.
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People who have recovered from the disease have antibodies in their systems. Those are the antibodies our immune systems produce to both fight off the disease and to make us immune to getting sick with COVID-19 again.
Testing for the disease’s antibodies will be as tricky as testing for the disease itself but the researchers plan to start testing 100,000 people at a time and to issue certificates to those who’ve tested positive for the virus’s antibodies.
There are two main positives to this strategy:
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A continuous increase of people rejoining the workforce. A rapid influx of information regarding the state of the disease and people’s immunity to it, allowing politicians to better plan when and how they are going to end the lockdown.
These coronavirus antibody certificates are the research project of the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research in Braunschweig, Germany. They’ve been working on blood tests to look for the presence of antibodies for weeks, as the German magazine Der Spiegel reports.
The epidemiologist leading the project, Dr. Gerard Krause said in front of the magazine that “Those who are immune can then be given a vaccination certificate that would, for example, allow them to be exempt from any (lockdown-related) restrictions on their work,”
The test developed by the Helmholtz Centre is a variation of previous blood tests that were able to detect the presence of some coronaviruses’ antibodies but not for those of COVID-19.
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It should be mentioned that the final approval of the project is expected to happen sometime in April. If and when it works, it will be yet another victory for Germany’s healthcare system that’s proving to handle the virus better than most.
Currently, Germany has the 4th highest number of COVID-19 cases in the world (81,728) but they are boasting one of the lowest deaths percentages of 1.21% with 997 victims as of April 2.
For comparison, the three countries with higher number of cases at the same time are the U.S. with 216,722 cases and 5,140 fatalities (2.3%), Italy with 110,574 cases and 13,155 fatalities (11.9%), and Spain with 110,238 cases and 10,003 fatalities (9%).
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Germany’s National Healthcare System is widely praised as one of the best in the world and these numbers support their case. A German military plane was even sent to eastern France recently to take COVID-19 patients from there to treat them in Germany. There are patients from northern Italy that are being treated in Germany as well.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--Anyone Who Wants to Avoid Having a Stroke Needs to Start Eating these 15 Foods Immediately

The importance of magnesium in the body is too often overlooked in favor of calcium or even iron .
Many people may not even know what it is or what it does .
Truth is that this mineral is responsible for over 300 metabolic reactions in the body , including protein , DNA , RNA , and antioxidant synthesis ; muscle and nerve function ; cell signaling , glucose and blood pressure regulation ; and the formation and structure of bones and soft tissue .
( 1 ) Yet most people don ’ t get enough magnesium in their daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the synthesis of antioxidants , most notably glutathione ( the “ master antioxidant ” ) , magnesium binds to heavy metals in the blood ( e.g.
, cadmium , chromium , nickel , zinc , and others ) , assisting in their elimination from the body .
( 2 , 3 ) It also has the ability to prevent stroke .
Magnesium from food is absorbed in the small intestine and is distributed throughout the body in the blood .
It is part of bones and soft tissue .
The kidneys maintain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and if there ’ s too much , it gets flushed out as waste .
( 4 ) In 2009 , the World Health Organization reported that 75 % of Americans were magnesium deficient .
A recently published meta-analysis of forty separate studies from nine countries regarding the effects of magnesium on human health involved over one million participants over a period of four to thirty years and found some interesting results .
• Many people have low serum ( blood ) magnesium levels ( 2.5-15 % of subjects in included studies ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a day didn ’ t affect the incidence of cardiovascular disease or coronary heart disease .
• Increasing daily magnesium intake by 100mg a day significantly reduced the risk of stroke , heart failure , type 2 diabetes , and all-cause mortality .
“ …many adults fail to meet the recommended daily intake of magnesium , despite the fact that epidemiology studies indicate that low levels of serum magnesium can increase the risk of a wide range of diseases , including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , metabolic syndrome , type 2 diabetes ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and cardiovascular disease ( CVD ) …However , no clear association was found between magnesium intake and the risk of coronary heart disease or total cardiovascular disease , which may have been due – at least in part – to the relatively limited number of studies included in our analysis.
” ( 5 )

The importance of magnesium in the body is too often overlooked in favor of calcium or even iron. Many people may not even know what it is or what it does.
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Truth is that this mineral is responsible for over 300 metabolic reactions in the body, including protein, DNA, RNA, and antioxidant synthesis; muscle and nerve function; cell signaling, glucose and blood pressure regulation; and the formation and structure of bones and soft tissue. (1) Yet most people don’t get enough magnesium in their daily diets.
In addition to its role in the synthesis of antioxidants, most notably glutathione (the “master antioxidant”), magnesium binds to heavy metals in the blood (e.g., cadmium, chromium, nickel, zinc, and others), assisting in their elimination from the body. (2, 3) It also has the ability to prevent stroke.
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Magnesium from food is absorbed in the small intestine and is distributed throughout the body in the blood. It is part of bones and soft tissue. The kidneys maintain a proper magnesium level in the blood and if there’s too much, it gets flushed out as waste. (4)
The Dangers of Magnesium Deficiency
In 2009, the World Health Organization reported that 75% of Americans were magnesium deficient. A recently published meta-analysis of forty separate studies from nine countries regarding the effects of magnesium on human health involved over one million participants over a period of four to thirty years and found some interesting results.
Here’s what they found:
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Many people have low serum (blood) magnesium levels (2.5-15% of subjects in included studies).
Increasing daily magnesium by 100mg a day didn’t affect the incidence of cardiovascular disease or coronary heart disease.
Increasing daily magnesium intake by 100mg a day significantly reduced the risk of stroke, heart failure, type 2 diabetes, and all-cause mortality.
Moreover:
“…many adults fail to meet the recommended daily intake of magnesium, despite the fact that epidemiology studies indicate that low levels of serum magnesium can increase the risk of a wide range of diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes (T2D), Alzheimer’s disease, and cardiovascular disease (CVD)…However, no clear association was found between magnesium intake and the risk of coronary heart disease or total cardiovascular disease, which may have been due – at least in part – to the relatively limited number of studies included in our analysis.” (5)
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--5 Reasons Why We’re Gaining More Weight Than Our Ancestors

We ’ re losing the war on weight .
Overweight and obesity rates are on the rise , even in children .
Along with the extraneous weight come the associated chronic diseases : diabetes , heart disease , cancer , and immune system dysfunction , to name the worst .
( 1 ) The rate of obesity worldwide has almost doubled since 1980 .
( 2 ) “ Despite growing recognition of the problem , the obesity epidemic continues in the U.S. , and obesity rates are increasing around the world .
The latest estimates are that approximately 34 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and adolescents in the U.S. are obese .
Obesity affects every segment of the U.S. population .
Obesity increases the risk of many chronic diseases in children and adults .
The epidemic of obesity arose gradually over time , apparently from a small , consistent degree of positive energy balance…Because of the complexity of obesity , it is likely to be one of the most difficult public health issues our society has faced…Since the 1970s , the prevalence of obesity has increased throughout the U.S. adult population–among men and women of all ethnic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ socioeconomic levels.
” ( 3 ) The problem of obesity can ’ t be distilled to one factor—it is the result of many .
One thing is for certain : people are generally more overweight than their ancestors and find it much more difficult to lose weight than they did .
Using data from a study of over 36,000 Americans that covered the years from 1971 to 2008 , a 2015 York University ( Toronto ) study attempted to determine the correlations among caloric intake , nutrient intake , and amount of physical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ somewhat surprising : compared to 1988 for a given the amount of calories , the quality of the calories , and the amount of time spent engaging in physical activities , the expected body mass index ( BMI ) increased by 2.3kg/m2 , or about 10 % heavier .
This led researchers to conclude that there are factors other than how much you eat , what you eat , and how much you exercise when it comes to how much weight you gain .
( 4 ) It ’ s Not Just About @ @ @ @ @ @ @ addressing the problem of being overweight has to take a broader view than only diet and exercise , though these are a given .
When it comes to losing weight , there ’ s more to the equation than “ energy in versus energy out ” , i.e.
, the number of calories you eat versus how many you burn .
Our bodies are affected by environmental and lifestyle factors that must be considered .
( 5 ) We are surrounded by human-made chemicals .
They ’ re in our food , water @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and personal care and household products .
As the effects of these chemicals are studied , science is finding that many of them seriously mess up human physiology .
Many chemicals ( called obesogens ) are known to cause weight gain and a resistance to weight loss by disrupting the endocrine system .
( 6 ) • Plastics and metals used in grocery packaging leach into the food ( e.g.
, BPA , aluminum ) , making it toxic .
These substances accumulate in the body—in adipose ( fat ) tissue .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ supplies to kill potentially harmful micro-organisms .
Fluoride is also added to the water in many areas , presumably to prevent tooth decay .
The truth of the matter is that there is no definitive proof that fluoridated water decreases the risk for dental cavities .
Additionally and more importantly , fluoride is a neurotoxin that disrupts thyroid function and is a contributor to obesity .
• Many personal care products contain xenoestrogens : chemicals that act like estrogen in the body .
A few of the many potentially harmful consequences of long-term @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , development of metabolic abnormalities , and weight gain .
( 7 ) • Chemicals and metals in the air we breathe contribute to many illnesses and diseases , obesity and diabetes among them .
What we take in through our lungs and skin goes directly into the bloodstream and is distributed throughout the body , nutrients and toxins alike .
Most of these substances didn ’ t exist 100 years ago ; they are a modern challenge to human health .
Emulsifiers , coloring , preservatives , flavoring , and pesticides in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , illness , and disease .
The more a food is processed , the less nutritional value it retains .
Even fresh produce is questionable : the use of chemical fertilizers and herbicides , along with genetic modification and varietal reduction , are detracting from inherent nutrition of vegetables and fruits .
One example is triflumizole ( TFZ ) , a common fungicide sprayed on food crops .
It has been shown to cause weight gain in mice and to put their fetuses at significantly higher risk for developing obesity than mice not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Organic is the way to go .

We’re losing the war on weight. Overweight and obesity rates are on the rise, even in children. Along with the extraneous weight come the associated chronic diseases: diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and immune system dysfunction, to name the worst. (1) The rate of obesity worldwide has almost doubled since 1980. (2)
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A 2012 review of the obesity epidemic states:
“Despite growing recognition of the problem, the obesity epidemic continues in the U.S., and obesity rates are increasing around the world. The latest estimates are that approximately 34% of adults and 15–20% of children and adolescents in the U.S. are obese. Obesity affects every segment of the U.S. population. Obesity increases the risk of many chronic diseases in children and adults. The epidemic of obesity arose gradually over time, apparently from a small, consistent degree of positive energy balance…Because of the complexity of obesity, it is likely to be one of the most difficult public health issues our society has faced…Since the 1970s, the prevalence of obesity has increased throughout the U.S. adult population–among men and women of all ethnic groups, ages, and educational and socioeconomic levels.” (3)
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Unexplained Weight Gain
The problem of obesity can’t be distilled to one factor—it is the result of many. One thing is for certain: people are generally more overweight than their ancestors and find it much more difficult to lose weight than they did.
Using data from a study of over 36,000 Americans that covered the years from 1971 to 2008, a 2015 York University (Toronto) study attempted to determine the correlations among caloric intake, nutrient intake, and amount of physical activity with obesity. The findings are somewhat surprising: compared to 1988 for a given the amount of calories, the quality of the calories, and the amount of time spent engaging in physical activities, the expected body mass index (BMI) increased by 2.3kg/m2, or about 10% heavier. This led researchers to conclude that there are factors other than how much you eat, what you eat, and how much you exercise when it comes to how much weight you gain. (4)
It’s Not Just About Calories
The York University study demonstrated that addressing the problem of being overweight has to take a broader view than only diet and exercise, though these are a given.
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When it comes to losing weight, there’s more to the equation than “energy in versus energy out”, i.e., the number of calories you eat versus how many you burn. Our bodies are affected by environmental and lifestyle factors that must be considered. (5)
Weight Gain Factors
1. Environment
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We are surrounded by human-made chemicals. They’re in our food, water, air, packaging, building materials, and personal care and household products. As the effects of these chemicals are studied, science is finding that many of them seriously mess up human physiology. Many chemicals (called obesogens) are known to cause weight gain and a resistance to weight loss by disrupting the endocrine system. (6)
Most of these substances didn’t exist 100 years ago; they are a modern challenge to human health.
2. Food
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Emulsifiers, coloring, preservatives, flavoring, and pesticides in and on our food are causing inflammation, illness, and disease. The more a food is processed, the less nutritional value it retains. Even fresh produce is questionable: the use of chemical fertilizers and herbicides, along with genetic modification and varietal reduction, are detracting from inherent nutrition of vegetables and fruits.
One example is triflumizole (TFZ), a common fungicide sprayed on food crops. It has been shown to cause weight gain in mice and to put their fetuses at significantly higher risk for developing obesity than mice not exposed to TFZ. (8)
Organic is the way to go.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--Big Pharma Stands To Lose $18.5 Billion If All 50 States Legalize Medical Marijuana

Pharmaceutical companies are one of the biggest influences in the US economy and , subsequently , in US law .
@ @ @ @ @ Big Pharma has lobbied against medical ( and recreational ) marijuana legalization as they stand @ @ @ @ @ of money .
States that have already legalized medical cannabis are already seeing the effects @ @ @ @ @ decreased by an average of 11 percent .
The National Academies of Science keeps track @ @ @ @ @ treated with medical marijuana , and nearly all of them have high-profit prescription counterparts .
@ @ @ @ @ , chronic pain , nerve disorders/pain , post-traumatic stress disorder , anxiety , sleep disorders @ @ @ @ @ chemotherapy .
Big Pharma is an incredibly powerful and lucrative industry .
While $ 18.5 @ @ @ @ @ three year period may seem enormous , “ medical cannabis would be a drop in @ @ @ @ @ to impacting the total pharmaceutical industry ” , according to Giadha Aguirre De Carcer , @ @ @ @ @ Frontier Data .

Pharmaceutical companies are one of the biggest influences in the US economy and, subsequently, in US law. It is no secret that Big Pharma has lobbied against medical (and recreational) marijuana legalization as they stand to lose a substantial amount of money.
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States that have already legalized medical cannabis are already seeing the effects: prescription drug usage has decreased by an average of 11 percent.
The National Academies of Science keeps track of the conditions most effectively treated with medical marijuana , and nearly all of them have high-profit prescription counterparts.
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Among the conditions are glaucoma, chronic pain, nerve disorders/pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, sleep disorders, and nausea/vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
Big Pharma is an incredibly powerful and lucrative industry. While $18.5 billion in losses over a three year period may seem enormous, “medical cannabis would be a drop in the bucket when it comes to impacting the total pharmaceutical industry”, according to Giadha Aguirre De Carcer, founder and CEO of New Frontier Data.
Where Marijuana Is Legal In The US
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--14 Ways To Make Turmeric Drinks To Reduce Pain And Inflammation

Turmeric is by far one of the most popular and celebrated health foods of the decade .
It ’ s been around for far longer than that , however .
In fact , turmeric has a 4000 thousand-year-old history as an ayurvedic medicine .
Whether you enjoy it as a flavorful curry blend , skin-balancing paste or in a variety of turmeric drinks , this yellow spice is a powerful health tool .
Turmeric contains more than 100 health-promoting compounds , including curcumin .
This compound has antioxidant , anti-inflammatory , choleretic , antimicrobial , and carminative effects .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for rheumatoid arthritis , chronic anterior uveitis , conjunctivitis , skin cancer , smallpox , chicken pox , wound healing , urinary tract infections , and liver ailments .
It is also used for digestive disorders ; to reduce flatus , jaundice , menstrual difficulties , and colic ; for abdominal pain and distension ; and for dyspeptic conditions including loss of appetite , postprandial feelings of fullness , and liver and gallbladder complaints , ” writes Herbal Medicine : Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects .
( 1 ) Additionally , turmeric fights degenerative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inflammatory conditions such as arthritis , and mental health conditions such as depression .
You can ’ t eat curry every day , so drink up this healing spice instead !
This golden milk recipe is the perfect morning treat to set your body on the right track .
• Heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam .
• Simmer for a few minutes and cool for 10 minutes .
If you ’ re a fan of smoothies , you ’ ll love this recipe !
• Put all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blend until smooth .
Add water or more coconut milk if necessary to improve texture .
Flavorful and complex , this tea is a healthy way to warm up on a cold day .
• Once boiling , reduce to medium heat and add all the spices .
If you ’ re short on time , this recipe is a great quick fix .
• Mix all the ingredients in a glass of water and drink immediately !
Replace your calorie-laden coffee latte with this healthy alternative .
• Heat the milk in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Add all the ingredient but the honey into the pan .
• Bring to a boil , lower heat , and simmer for 5-10 minutes .
• Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes .
This tea is sure to pack a punch of energy !
• Combine lemon juice , turmeric , ginger and cayenne in a mug , top with boiling water and sweeten to taste with honey .
Tasty and full of electrolytes , this tonic is perfect to hydrate after a hot day .
• Combine ingredients in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shake well , and refrigerate overnight .

Turmeric is by far one of the most popular and celebrated health foods of the decade. It’s been around for far longer than that, however. In fact, turmeric has a 4000 thousand-year-old history as an ayurvedic medicine. Whether you enjoy it as a flavorful curry blend, skin-balancing paste or in a variety of turmeric drinks, this yellow spice is a powerful health tool.
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Health Benefits Of Turmeric
Turmeric contains more than 100 health-promoting compounds, including curcumin. This compound has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, choleretic, antimicrobial, and carminative effects.
“Turmeric is used as an herbal medicine for rheumatoid arthritis, chronic anterior uveitis, conjunctivitis, skin cancer, smallpox, chicken pox, wound healing, urinary tract infections, and liver ailments. It is also used for digestive disorders; to reduce flatus, jaundice, menstrual difficulties, and colic; for abdominal pain and distension; and for dyspeptic conditions including loss of appetite, postprandial feelings of fullness, and liver and gallbladder complaints, ” writes Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. (1)
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Additionally, turmeric fights degenerative disease such as Alzheimer’s, inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, and mental health conditions such as depression.
Other benefits include:
Fights inflammation naturally better than NSAIDs
Fights free radical damage
Boosts hormone function
Reverses cognitive decline
Fights Huntington’s disease and Parkinson’s disease
Lowers risk of heart disease
Prevents cancer
14 Turmeric Drinks that Promote Health and Wellness
You can’t eat curry every day, so drink up this healing spice instead!
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1. Golden Turmeric Milk
This golden milk recipe is the perfect morning treat to set your body on the right track.
Ingredients:
2 cups of milk, preferably coconut or homemade nut milk
1 teaspoon dried ginger powder
1 teaspoon dried turmeric powder
A pinch of black pepper
Honey, to taste
Instructions :
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Heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam. Add spices. Simmer for a few minutes and cool for 10 minutes. Drink hot.
2. Turmeric Smoothie
If you’re a fan of smoothies, you’ll love this recipe!
Ingredients:
1 cup frozen mango
1 tablespoon of coconut milk
½ banana
1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
1 teaspoon of chia seeds
½ teaspoon of cinnamon
Instructions :
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Put all the ingredients in a high-power blender and blend until smooth. Add water or more coconut milk if necessary to improve texture. Drink immediately.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-02--What Aloe Vera Does To Your Body: Why The Egyptians Called It The Plant of Immortality

Aloe Vera is commonly thought of as a cute and easy to care for plant that instantly brightens any home .
And while the succulent has become more popular in American homes , many people don ’ t realize that their decorative plant actually contains amazing healing properties .
In fact , the plant , also known as Aloe Barbadensis , has been used for thousands of years throughout the world .
It was reported to have an almost sacred place in ancient Egyptian , Greek and roman society .
It also has a long history of medical use in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Caribbean .
The University of Maryland Medical Center also reports that Aloe was a popularly prescribed medicine in the United States throughout the 18th and 19th centuries .
Today , it remains one of the most commonly used medicinal herbs in the country ( 1 ) .
Ingesting Aloe Vera remains a popular home remedy for mouth , osteoarthritis , ulcerative colitis , fever , asthma and simply to be used as a general tonic .
It ’ s even considered a natural beauty product ( 2 ) .
The gel is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ treat sunburns , burns , cuts , infections and other wounds .
It acts as an analgesic and fights inflammation and itching .
This is thanks to two powerful immune-boosting compounds : lycoproteins and polysaccharides .
Glycoproteins work to block pain and reduce inflammation while polysaccharides promotes skin repair and keeps it moisturized .
In fact , some studies have found that aloe treats burns better than conventional medication in terms of shortening healing time and pain .

Aloe Vera is commonly thought of as a cute and easy to care for plant that instantly brightens any home. And while the succulent has become more popular in American homes, many people don’t realize that their decorative plant actually contains amazing healing properties.
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In fact, the plant, also known as Aloe Barbadensis, has been used for thousands of years throughout the world.
It was reported to have an almost sacred place in ancient Egyptian, Greek and roman society. It also has a long history of medical use in South Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
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The University of Maryland Medical Center also reports that Aloe was a popularly prescribed medicine in the United States throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, it remains one of the most commonly used medicinal herbs in the country (1).
Benefits Of Aloe
Ingesting Aloe Vera remains a popular home remedy for mouth, osteoarthritis, ulcerative colitis, fever, asthma and simply to be used as a general tonic. It’s even considered a natural beauty product (2).
The gel is also often applied to the skin to treat sunburns, burns, cuts, infections and other wounds. It acts as an analgesic and fights inflammation and itching.
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This is thanks to two powerful immune-boosting compounds: lycoproteins and polysaccharides. Glycoproteins work to block pain and reduce inflammation while polysaccharides promotes skin repair and keeps it moisturized.
In fact, some studies have found that aloe treats burns better than conventional medication in terms of shortening healing time and pain.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-01--Here’s How Coronavirus Infect Your Body and Why It’s Dangerous for Your Heart