dailyhealthpost--2020-04-05--Anti-Inflammatory Coconut and Sweet Potato Muffins with Ginger, Cinnamon and Maple Syrup

Baked goods sure ( such as sweet potato muffins ) are sweet , but have you ever taken a look at all the ingredients that go into making your favorite treats ?
Cookies and cakes may be full of inflammatory foods like sugar , wheat , and vegetable oil , even “ healthier ” options like muffins .
But they don ’ t have to be .
Here are a few ingredients to add to your next batch of muffins to turn them into inflammation-fighting snacks .
Sweet Potato has the starchy goodness of a regular potato , but with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s packed with nutrients like beta-carotene , an antioxidant that fights oxidative stress , cancer , and inflammation ( 1 ) .
It also packs a punch of choline , a mineral that helps maintain cellular membranes , enables nerve impulses , facilitates fat absorption and fights inflammation .
And that ’ s just the beginning… Coconut Milk contains healthy medium-chain fatty acids that improve metabolism and support weight loss .
Coconut milk is full of important nutrients like vitamins C , E , B1 , B3 , B5 and B6 and minerals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calcium , magnesium and phosphorous ( 2,3,4 ) On the other hand , coconut flour supplies high-quality carbs and gut-healthy fiber .
Natural sweet ( but not overwhelmingly so ) coconut flour is perfectly suitable for diabetics to use ( 5,6 ) .
It even helps lower cholesterol .
Olive Oil positively impacts blood sugar and cholesterol levels after a meal ( 7,8 ) .
Oleocanthal , a phenolic compound found in olive oil , also has anti-inflammatory properties ( 9 ) .
Ginger fights inflammatory diseases like arthritis and it fights bacteria @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phytochemical , gingerol , prevents the formation of arterial plaque ( 10 ) .
• Use a wooden skewer to make 10-20 holes in your sweet potato and cook it on a baking tray for an hour to soften it .
• Remove the potato and let it cool .
• Cut the potato in half and scoop out the good stuff into a large bowl , discarding the skin ( or eating it as a snack while your muffin cook ) .
• Add the olive oil , almond milk and syrup @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• In a separate bowl , mix the dry ingredients together .
• Pour the dry ingredients into the sweet potato and mix until well combined .
• Pour the batter evenly throughout the muffin tray until each section is 2/3 full .
• Place the tray on the middle rack of the oven and cook for 30-35 minutes .
• Let it cool and enjoy a delicious batch of sweet potato muffins !
Feel free to freeze any extras for future use .

Baked goods sure (such as sweet potato muffins) are sweet, but have you ever taken a look at all the ingredients that go into making your favorite treats? Cookies and cakes may be full of inflammatory foods like sugar, wheat, and vegetable oil, even “healthier” options like muffins. But they don’t have to be.
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Here are a few ingredients to add to your next batch of muffins to turn them into inflammation-fighting snacks.
Sweet Potato has the starchy goodness of a regular potato, but with a few added bonuses: It’s packed with nutrients like beta-carotene, an antioxidant that fights oxidative stress, cancer, and inflammation (1).
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It also packs a punch of choline, a mineral that helps maintain cellular membranes, enables nerve impulses, facilitates fat absorption and fights inflammation. And that’s just the beginning…
Coconut Milk contains healthy medium-chain fatty acids that improve metabolism and support weight loss. Coconut milk is full of important nutrients like vitamins C, E, B1, B3, B5 and B6 and minerals including iron, selenium, sodium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorous (2,3,4)
On the other hand, coconut flour supplies high-quality carbs and gut-healthy fiber. Natural sweet (but not overwhelmingly so) coconut flour is perfectly suitable for diabetics to use (5,6). It even helps lower cholesterol.
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Olive Oil positively impacts blood sugar and cholesterol levels after a meal (7,8). Oleocanthal, a phenolic compound found in olive oil, also has anti-inflammatory properties(9).
Ginger fights inflammatory diseases like arthritis and it fights bacteria and tumors. It’s main phytochemical, gingerol, prevents the formation of arterial plaque (10).
Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Muffins
Ingredients:
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1 small organic sweet potato, roasted (1 cup, packed)
3 organic free-range eggs, lightly beaten
¾ cup of organic canned coconut milk
2 tbsp of organic olive oil
½ cup of pure organic maple syrup
1 cup of organic brown rice flour
¼ cup of organic coconut flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp pink Himalayan salt
1 tbsp of ground cinnamon
1 tsp of ground ginger
⅛ tsp of ground cloves
⅛ tsp of ground nutmeg
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a wooden skewer to make 10-20 holes in your sweet potato and cook it on a baking tray for an hour to soften it. Remove the potato and let it cool. Oil your muffin tray with coconut oil. Cut the potato in half and scoop out the good stuff into a large bowl, discarding the skin (or eating it as a snack while your muffin cook). Add the olive oil, almond milk and syrup to the bowl and combine until smooth. In a separate bowl, mix the dry ingredients together. Pour the dry ingredients into the sweet potato and mix until well combined. Pour the batter evenly throughout the muffin tray until each section is 2/3 full. Place the tray on the middle rack of the oven and cook for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool and enjoy a delicious batch of sweet potato muffins! Feel free to freeze any extras for future use.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-05--7 Ways To Instantly Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve To Fight Inflammation, Depression And Migraines

The vagus nerve ( found right behind where you typically feel for your pulse ) is the longest nerve in your body .
It is one of 12 cranial nerves and it extends from your brainstem all the way to your abdomen and through various organs including your heart , esophagus , and your lungs .
It is sometimes called “ cranial nerve X , ” as it forms part of your involuntary nervous system that directs all of the unconscious body actions , like stabilizing your heart rate and making sure your digestive tract is working properly .
Interestingly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it actually “ wanders ” like a “ vagabond ” and sends out tiny fibres from your brainstem to your visceral organs ( organs in your chest and abdomen—heart , lungs , liver , pancreas and intestines . )
The vagus nerve essentially controls your entire parasympathetic nervous system ( the system responsible for stimulating what is known as your “ rest-and-digest ” or “ feed and breed ” activities when your body is resting and after eating . )
A study done at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research has shown that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they call “ the missing link ” to treating chronic inflammation that can cause a variety of other issues— like high blood pressure , migraines , digestive issues and any inflammatory related things like arthritis etc.—all without medication !
Vagal tone essentially refers to the inhibitory control of your vagus nerve over your heart rate .
What the studies now show is that vagal tone is key to activating your parasympathetic nervous system and everything it does .
We can measure your vagal tone by tracking your heart rate in combination with your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breathe in , your heart rate speeds slightly and vice versa when you breathe out .
Your vagal tone is then determined by the difference between your inhalation heart rate and your exhalation heart rate—the bigger the difference , the higher your vagal tone , which is actually good in this case because it means that you are more able than someone with a lower vagal tone , to relax your body after a stressful situation .
Apart from being able to relax faster after stress , people with a high vagal tone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : • Better digestion due to proper production of digestive enzymes • Less anxiety ( they naturally deal with stress better ) What scientists have discovered is that the vagus nerve constantly monitors your gut microbiome to determine if there are any pathogenic organisms , and if so , it initiates a response that then controls any inflammation that results from these foreign organisms , which can affect your mood , your stress levels ( and your ability to cope with the stress ) and your overall inflammation levels .
What if I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people with a low vagal tone are more prone to hearts problems and strokes , diabetes , chronic fatigue syndrome , depression , cognitive impairment , not to mention more inflammatory conditions such as any autoimmune diseases like thyroid issues , rheumatoid arthritis , inflammatory bowel disease , endometriosis , lupus etc .
So , how do I increase my vagal tone ?
So far , researchers have stimulated the vagus nerve using a device that emits an electrical current but there are other ways to do this yourself .
While the studies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to different levels of vagal tone , with consistent practice , you can alter your tone to some degree using the following methods .
You know all of those people you used to think were “ new age ” because they would sit quietly and repeat the “ OM ” sound ?
Well , it turns out they are on to something .
Because the vagus nerve is connected to your vocal cords , systematic humming can stimulate the nerve .
Likewise , people who speak more are more likely to be able @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is done through the vocal cords .
Singing and laughter in general will also do the trick .
A splash of cold water does seem to stimulate the vagus nerve .
Whenever your body is required to adjust to the cold , your fight-or-flight ( sympathetic ) system declines and your rest-and-digest ( parasympathetic ) system increases .
( 1 ) In other words , any kind of sudden cold exposure will increase vagus nerve activation .
You can achieve this by either dipping your face in cold water or take a cold @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from your diaphragm can stimulate and tone your vagus nerve .
Research shows that yoga , along with breathing practices , can significantly increase your vagal tone .
According to a 2010 study , people who meditate regularly and think more positive thoughts tend to have better vagal tone .
While there are countless benefits to increasing the healthy bacteria in your gut , surprisingly , this also helps to create a positive “ feedback loop ” through your vagus nerve and thus increase its tone .
Probiotics are a good source of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ methods are beneficial to your overall health simply for the fact that they also help reduce stress , which is a major factor in disease , but also knowing that you can help improve your vagal tone , and the specific issue of inflammation , is a powerful tool .
Add these simple tips to your daily routine and see how much better you feel in a relatively short time .

The vagus nerve (found right behind where you typically feel for your pulse) is the longest nerve in your body. It is one of 12 cranial nerves and it extends from your brainstem all the way to your abdomen and through various organs including your heart, esophagus, and your lungs.
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It is sometimes called “cranial nerve X,” as it forms part of your involuntary nervous system that directs all of the unconscious body actions, like stabilizing your heart rate and making sure your digestive tract is working properly.
Interestingly, the vagus nerve was named because it actually “wanders” like a “vagabond” and sends out tiny fibres from your brainstem to your visceral organs (organs in your chest and abdomen—heart, lungs, liver, pancreas and intestines.)
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The vagus nerve essentially controls your entire parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for stimulating what is known as your “rest-and-digest” or “feed and breed” activities when your body is resting and after eating.)
A study done at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research has shown that the vagus nerve may actually be what they call “the missing link” to treating chronic inflammation that can cause a variety of other issues— like high blood pressure, migraines, digestive issues and any inflammatory related things like arthritis etc.—all without medication!
Your Vagal Tone
Vagal tone essentially refers to the inhibitory control of your vagus nerve over your heart rate. What the studies now show is that vagal tone is key to activating your parasympathetic nervous system and everything it does. We can measure your vagal tone by tracking your heart rate in combination with your breathing rate.
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Typically, when you breathe in, your heart rate speeds slightly and vice versa when you breathe out. Your vagal tone is then determined by the difference between your inhalation heart rate and your exhalation heart rate—the bigger the difference, the higher your vagal tone, which is actually good in this case because it means that you are more able than someone with a lower vagal tone, to relax your body after a stressful situation.
Why a higher vagal tone is good
Apart from being able to relax faster after stress, people with a high vagal tone have overall better functioning internal systems including:
Better blood sugar regulation
Decreased risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease
Generally lower blood pressure
Better digestion due to proper production of digestive enzymes
Fewer migraines
Less depression
Less anxiety (they naturally deal with stress better)
What scientists have discovered is that the vagus nerve constantly monitors your gut microbiome to determine if there are any pathogenic organisms, and if so, it initiates a response that then controls any inflammation that results from these foreign organisms, which can affect your mood, your stress levels (and your ability to cope with the stress) and your overall inflammation levels.
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What if I have low vagal tone?
Unfortunately, people with a low vagal tone are more prone to hearts problems and strokes, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, cognitive impairment, not to mention more inflammatory conditions such as any autoimmune diseases like thyroid issues, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, endometriosis, lupus etc.
So, how do I increase my vagal tone?
So far, researchers have stimulated the vagus nerve using a device that emits an electrical current but there are other ways to do this yourself.
While the studies also reveal that people are genetically predisposed to different levels of vagal tone, with consistent practice, you can alter your tone to some degree using the following methods.
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1. Humming
You know all of those people you used to think were “new age” because they would sit quietly and repeat the “OM” sound? Well, it turns out they are on to something. Because the vagus nerve is connected to your vocal cords, systematic humming can stimulate the nerve.
2. Speaking
Likewise, people who speak more are more likely to be able to raise their vagal tone as talking is done through the vocal cords. Singing and laughter in general will also do the trick.
3. Wash your face with cold water
A splash of cold water does seem to stimulate the vagus nerve. Whenever your body is required to adjust to the cold, your fight-or-flight (sympathetic) system declines and your rest-and-digest (parasympathetic) system increases. (1)
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In other words, any kind of sudden cold exposure will increase vagus nerve activation. You can achieve this by either dipping your face in cold water or take a cold shower.
4. Breathing deeply using your diaphragm
Breathing long, deep breaths from your diaphragm can stimulate and tone your vagus nerve.
5. Yoga
Research shows that yoga, along with breathing practices, can significantly increase your vagal tone.
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6. Meditation
According to a 2010 study, people who meditate regularly and think more positive thoughts tend to have better vagal tone.
7. Increase Good Gut Bacteria
While there are countless benefits to increasing the healthy bacteria in your gut, surprisingly, this also helps to create a positive “feedback loop” through your vagus nerve and thus increase its tone. Probiotics are a good source of healthy bacteria.
All of the above methods are beneficial to your overall health simply for the fact that they also help reduce stress, which is a major factor in disease, but also knowing that you can help improve your vagal tone, and the specific issue of inflammation, is a powerful tool.
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Add these simple tips to your daily routine and see how much better you feel in a relatively short time.
sources https://mosaicscience.com/story/hacking-nervous-system
https://kripalu.org/blog/thrive/2012/08/30/why-yoga-works/ Forsythe P, Bienenstock J, Kunze WA.Vagal pathways for microbiome-brain-gut axis communication. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2014;817:115-33.
Kok, B, Fredrickson, B, Coffey, K, et al. How Positive Emotions Build Physical Health: Perceived Positive Social Connections Account for the Upward Spiral Between Positive Emotions and Vagal Tone. Psychological Science 2013 24: 1123 Advertisement
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-05--Coconut Oil Is Better Than Any Toothpaste According To Researchers

Recent research done at the Athlone Institute of Technology studied the effects of several natural oils on common bacteria found in the mouth .
And to no one ’ s surprise coconut oil came out as the big winner .
These new findings were a follow up study of earlier work that showed digested milk made it harder for Streptococcus mutans to stick to tooth enamel .
Enzyme-modified Coconut Oil , The Toothpaste of The Future Scientists found that when the coconut oil was treated with digestive enzymes ( just as it would when ingested ) it effectively inhibits the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found in our mouth , S. mutans included .
S. mutans is an acid-producing bacteria that plays a major role in tooth decay , affecting 60 to 90 percent of children and the majority of adults in industrialized countries .
While coconut oil ’ s bacteria fighting properties is nothing new , further studies presented at the Autumn meeting of the Society for General Microbiology at the University of Warwick , suggested that enzyme-treated coconut oil may be a potential killer to the yeast Candida albicans , which causes thrush .
“ Incorporating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would be an attractive alternative to chemical additives , particularly as it works at relatively low concentrations .
Also , with increasing antibiotic resistance , it is important that we turn our attention to new ways to combat microbial infection , ” said lead researcher Dr Damien Brady , from the Athlone Institute of Technology in the Republic of Ireland .
Not only will their research mean a lot to our oral health , they are also looking into the effects of digested products , such as coconut oil , on our overall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that products of human digestion show antimicrobial activity .
This could have implications for how bacteria colonise the cells lining the digestive tract and for overall gut health , ” said Dr Brady .
How To Use Coconut Oil For better Oral Health Have you ever thought of using a spoonful of coconut oil to clean your teeth and improve overall oral health ?
Then now may be the time .
It doesn ’ t contain fluoride and is so much more effective at doing the job than regular toothpaste or mouth wash. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oil around in your mouth for 15-20 minutes .
Make sure to not swallow the oil as it contains all the nasty mouth bugs .
Spit it out in the bin and rinse teeth with water .
Here ’ s an all-natural toothpaste you can make at home .
Melt coconut oil and blend with other ingredients .
Pour into a glass jar and let cool .
Use as you would use normal tooth paste .

Recent research done at the Athlone Institute of Technology studied the effects of several natural oils on common bacteria found in the mouth. And to no one’s surprise coconut oil came out as the big winner. These new findings were a follow up study of earlier work that showed digested milk made it harder for Streptococcus mutans to stick to tooth enamel.
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Enzyme-modified Coconut Oil, The Toothpaste of The Future
Scientists found that when the coconut oil was treated with digestive enzymes (just as it would when ingested) it effectively inhibits the growth of the majority of bad bacteria found in our mouth, S. mutans included.
S. mutans is an acid-producing bacteria that plays a major role in tooth decay, affecting 60 to 90 percent of children and the majority of adults in industrialized countries.
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While coconut oil’s bacteria fighting properties is nothing new, further studies presented at the Autumn meeting of the Society for General Microbiology at the University of Warwick, suggested that enzyme-treated coconut oil may be a potential killer to the yeast Candida albicans, which causes thrush.
“Incorporating enzyme-modified coconut oil into dental hygiene products would be an attractive alternative to chemical additives, particularly as it works at relatively low concentrations. Also, with increasing antibiotic resistance, it is important that we turn our attention to new ways to combat microbial infection,” said lead researcher Dr Damien Brady, from the Athlone Institute of Technology in the Republic of Ireland.
Not only will their research mean a lot to our oral health, they are also looking into the effects of digested products, such as coconut oil, on our overall gut health.
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“Our data suggests that products of human digestion show antimicrobial activity. This could have implications for how bacteria colonise the cells lining the digestive tract and for overall gut health,” said Dr Brady.
How To Use Coconut Oil For better Oral Health
Have you ever thought of using a spoonful of coconut oil to clean your teeth and improve overall oral health? Then now may be the time. It doesn’t contain fluoride and is so much more effective at doing the job than regular toothpaste or mouth wash.
Oil pulling
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Swish a spoonful of extra virgin coconut oil around in your mouth for 15-20 minutes. Make sure to not swallow the oil as it contains all the nasty mouth bugs. Spit it out in the bin and rinse teeth with water.
Coconut Oil Toothpaste Recipe
Here’s an all-natural toothpaste you can make at home.
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½ cup coconut oil
2-3 tablespoons baking soda
15-30 drops of peppermint essential oil
Melt coconut oil and blend with other ingredients. Pour into a glass jar and let cool. Use as you would use normal tooth paste.
sources: BBC news, NaturalNews, TheTelegraph, WellnessMama, Eurekalert
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-05--The 12 Best Spices for the Most Common Health Problems

Herbs and spices aren ’ t just something you sprinkle in the pan when preparing dinner .
They offer a vast spectrum of healthful benefits of which science is beginning to discover .
The cuisine of every culture uses these aromatic plants for the taste they afford but more than that , many have been used since ancient times for their specific therapeutic values .
By exploring phytochemicals at the molecular level , researchers have come to understand how they work the way they do .
We don ’ t have to know those kinds of details to benefit from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ below is a great place to start to get to know how they work .
It ’ s interesting to note that many pharmaceuticals are devised to mimic the mechanisms of plants .
The difference , of course , is that the human body recognizes plants as food and uses them accordingly .
Drugs are foreign to our cells and although they may mask symptoms , they don ’ t actually help our bodies to heal .
Herbs and spices , on the other hand , can help us with weight loss , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , digestion , pain , and virtually every other malady .
We ’ ve put together some spices and herbs that can help with common health concerns .
You ’ ve probably heard of all of them and may very well already have them in your cupboard or garden .
If not , it ’ s worth adding this list of spices to your pantry .
The spices below taste great and they work in a tangible , observable way !
Mustard seed – One tiny seed can produce this beautiful leafy plant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In addition , spicy foods like mustard , chili peppers , and horseradish have a thermogenic effect when you eat them : they increase your metabolism and raise your body temperature .
A 1986 study showed that mustard significantly increased the resting metabolism rate , with implications for weight loss .
( 1 , 2 ) So for a zip in your mouth and in your step , add some mustard seeds or powder to whatever you ’ re eating .
So much of our health is dependent upon our digestive system @ @ @ @ @ @ @ use its nutrients affects everything .
Coriander – expedites the digestive process and soothes indigestion ( dyspepsia ) , abdominal cramps , diarrhea , and flatulence .
It ’ s also a diuretic and regulates blood pressure .
( 3 , 4 ) The entire plant is edible ; you can use the seeds and/or leaves in cooking or steep the leaves for a digestive tea .
• Boil coriander leaves for a minimum of five minutes .
• Add honey to taste , if desired , and strain before drinking .
Fennel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Indians eats fennel seeds after a meal for this reason .
The entire fennel plant is edible and adds a licorice flavor to foods .
Fennel is an antispasmodic ( among other things ) that eases infant colic , heartburn , indigestion , and irritable bowel syndrome .
( 5 , 6 ) It also eases symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome .
( 7 ) Ginger – it ’ s hard to say enough about ginger .
This rhizome herb is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant , stimulating digestive enzymes and bile to effectively process @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You can cook it in food , drink as tea , or mix up in your next smoothie .

Herbs and spices aren’t just something you sprinkle in the pan when preparing dinner. They offer a vast spectrum of healthful benefits of which science is beginning to discover. The cuisine of every culture uses these aromatic plants for the taste they afford but more than that, many have been used since ancient times for their specific therapeutic values.
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By exploring phytochemicals at the molecular level, researchers have come to understand how they work the way they do. We don’t have to know those kinds of details to benefit from their workings. The list of spices below is a great place to start to get to know how they work.
Why Use Spices?
It’s interesting to note that many pharmaceuticals are devised to mimic the mechanisms of plants. The difference, of course, is that the human body recognizes plants as food and uses them accordingly. Drugs are foreign to our cells and although they may mask symptoms, they don’t actually help our bodies to heal.
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Herbs and spices, on the other hand, can help us with weight loss, sleep, cardiovascular health, cancer prevention, digestion, pain, and virtually every other malady.
We’ve put together some spices and herbs that can help with common health concerns. You’ve probably heard of all of them and may very well already have them in your cupboard or garden. If not, it’s worth adding this list of spices to your pantry.
List of Spices for Health
The spices below taste great and they work in a tangible, observable way!
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1. Metabolism Booster
Mustard seed – One tiny seed can produce this beautiful leafy plant and it’s full of nutrition. In addition, spicy foods like mustard, chili peppers, and horseradish have a thermogenic effect when you eat them: they increase your metabolism and raise your body temperature. A 1986 study showed that mustard significantly increased the resting metabolism rate, with implications for weight loss. (1, 2) So for a zip in your mouth and in your step, add some mustard seeds or powder to whatever you’re eating.
2. Digestive Troubles
So much of our health is dependent upon our digestive system. How we break down food and use its nutrients affects everything.
Coriander – expedites the digestive process and soothes indigestion (dyspepsia), abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and flatulence. It’s also a diuretic and regulates blood pressure. (3, 4) The entire plant is edible; you can use the seeds and/or leaves in cooking or steep the leaves for a digestive tea.
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To make a tea:
Boil coriander leaves for a minimum of five minutes. Add honey to taste, if desired, and strain before drinking.
Fennel – stimulates digestion to properly metabolize food. Indians eats fennel seeds after a meal for this reason. The entire fennel plant is edible and adds a licorice flavor to foods. Fennel is an antispasmodic (among other things) that eases infant colic, heartburn, indigestion, and irritable bowel syndrome. (5, 6) It also eases symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome. (7)
Ginger – it’s hard to say enough about ginger. This rhizome herb is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, stimulating digestive enzymes and bile to effectively process food through the stomach and liver. You can cook it in food, drink as tea, or mix up in your next smoothie.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-04--Why You Shouldn’t Go Out Without a Face Mask During the COVID-19 Pandemic

We are now 4 months into 2020 and roughly 4 months since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak .
And yet , even after all this time and with all the data we ’ ve gathered , we still have debates about things as simple as “ Should we wear face masks ?
” Previously , the CDC and the World Health Organization advised that only symptomatic people need to wear masks , partly to leave N95 and other medical-grade masks for medical staff fighting on the frontline .
Both of these organizations , as well as other health and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should wear cloth masks .
Even President Trump said in a briefing on April 2 that his administration will soon release nationwide recommendations on wearing face masks .
Still , as usual , he was flexible on the issue , saying that wearing face masks would be a recommendation , not a mandate .
“ Some people don ’ t want to do that ” and that people can “ decide for themselves.
” The president also said that “ And it doesn ’ t have to be a mask ; it can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ highly recommended by the professionals , ” which is technically true – wearing a scarf is better than not wearing anything as it will still capture at least some of the water droplets going in or out of your mouth .
Dr. Anthony Fauci , the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases also recently said in front of ABC ’ s Good Morning America that while the first most important use of face masks is to protect health workers and the second most important use is to prevent known @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is another consideration that “ When you pull back and think about it , we ’ re starting to reexamine the possibility that if there are enough masks , should everyone be wearing masks ?
Those who ’ re trying to protect themselves , and those who ’ re trying to protect others cause they might be infected … Given the situation that we might have enough masks for everyone , I think there ’ s some rationale that we should utilize them much more than we do at the present time.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ main reason he and others have been advising the general population not to wear masks is that there was the fear that if people buy and hoard masks , there won ’ t be enough masks left over for medical professionals and infected people .
And while this logic holds , there are a couple of caveats to it – 1 ) there are much more masks on the market today than there were a while ago and 2 ) N95 ( medical grade ) masks are not the only masks that work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , cheaper , and much more abundant cloth masks work as well .
COVID-19 is not an airborne virus which means that it doesn ’ t really spread through the air .
Instead , it ’ s a waterborne virus – it needs water droplets such as the saliva water droplets that are released from our mouths when we speak in order to travel .
What gives the illusion that COVID-19 is “ airborne ” is the fact that said water droplets are often partially airborne themselves – you can contract the virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s less than 6 feet away from you .
However , the fact that the virus is contained in these water droplets means that a face mask doesn ’ t need to stop the virus itself – it just needs to stop the droplets it ’ s in .
And any piece of cloth can do that .
Granted , no face mask is 100 % effective – even an N95 mask will fail to stop one out of X airborne water droplets and other masks or scarves will fail even more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offer at least some protection , reducing the risk that you get infected as well as the risk that you accidentally infect someone else , thus slowing the spread of the disease through the population .
And all this is not something new either .
We all know that we have to protect our mouth and face when we sneeze and cough – that ’ s done for the same reason – to stop the water droplets we release from reaching others .
It ’ s as much common knowledge as it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the situation be if people were wearing masks from the start ?
Here are some statistics as of April 3 , 2020 , from several Asian countries that are much closer to China and where people live in more densely populated areas than the U.S. : • Taiwan – is home to 23,78 million people that live in an area of 35,808 square kilometers So far they ’ ve had 348 recorded COVID-19 cases and 5 deaths .
• Japan – a population of 126,168 million people in an area of just 377,915 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had 2,617 cases and 63 deaths so far .
• South Korea – a population of 51,709 million people in an area of 100,363 square kilometers with 10,062 recorded cases and 174 deaths .
• Hong Kong -- a population of 7,482,500 people in an area of just 2,755 square kilometers and so far they have only 845 COVID-19 cases and 4 deaths .
What do these countries have in common ?
The majority of people living there have been wearing face masks and practicing social distancing norms even when not staying in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the outbreak .
If we compare that to the U.S. ( or other Western countries ) where the recorded cases are a whopping 257,379 with 6,558 deaths out of 327,2 million people that are spread over a vast territory , and we see how important face masks and social distancing are .
And the pandemic hasn ’ t even reached its peak yet .
The head of the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention recently told Science Magazine that “ The big mistake in the U.S. and Europe , in my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t wearing masks .
This virus is transmitted by droplets and close contact .
Droplets play a very important role—you ’ ve got to wear a mask , because when you speak , there are always droplets coming out of your mouth .
Many people have asymptomatic or presymptomatic infections .
If they are wearing face masks , it can prevent droplets that carry the virus from escaping and infecting others.
” And that sums it up pretty well .
While masks are not 100 % foolproof , and other things can and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even just a simple cloth mask whenever in public will not only offer you a considerable level of protection but it will also protect those around you and slow the spread of the disease to a more manageable pace .
How to make a cloth face mask without cutting or sewing

We are now 4 months into 2020 and roughly 4 months since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak. And yet, even after all this time and with all the data we’ve gathered, we still have debates about things as simple as “Should we wear face masks?”
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Previously, the CDC and the World Health Organization advised that only symptomatic people need to wear masks, partly to leave N95 and other medical-grade masks for medical staff fighting on the frontline.
Both of these organizations, as well as other health and governmental officials are now recommending that people should wear cloth masks.
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Even President Trump said in a briefing on April 2 that his administration will soon release nationwide recommendations on wearing face masks. Still, as usual, he was flexible on the issue, saying that wearing face masks would be a recommendation, not a mandate. “Some people don’t want to do that” and that people can “decide for themselves.”
The president also said that “And it doesn’t have to be a mask; it can be a scarf. A scarf is highly recommended by the professionals,” which is technically true – wearing a scarf is better than not wearing anything as it will still capture at least some of the water droplets going in or out of your mouth.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases also recently said in front of ABC’s Good Morning America that while the first most important use of face masks is to protect health workers and the second most important use is to prevent known infected people from spreading the virus, there is another consideration that “When you pull back and think about it, we’re starting to reexamine the possibility that if there are enough masks, should everyone be wearing masks? Those who’re trying to protect themselves, and those who’re trying to protect others cause they might be infected … Given the situation that we might have enough masks for everyone, I think there’s some rationale that we should utilize them much more than we do at the present time.”
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Dr. Fauci also admits that the main reason he and others have been advising the general population not to wear masks is that there was the fear that if people buy and hoard masks, there won’t be enough masks left over for medical professionals and infected people. And while this logic holds, there are a couple of caveats to it – 1) there are much more masks on the market today than there were a while ago and 2) N95 (medical grade) masks are not the only masks that work against the spread of COVID-19 – simpler, cheaper, and much more abundant cloth masks work as well.
Why face masks work?
COVID-19 is not an airborne virus which means that it doesn’t really spread through the air. Instead, it’s a waterborne virus – it needs water droplets such as the saliva water droplets that are released from our mouths when we speak in order to travel.
What gives the illusion that COVID-19 is “airborne” is the fact that said water droplets are often partially airborne themselves – you can contract the virus even simply by speaking with someone who’s less than 6 feet away from you. However, the fact that the virus is contained in these water droplets means that a face mask doesn’t need to stop the virus itself – it just needs to stop the droplets it’s in. And any piece of cloth can do that.
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Granted, no face mask is 100% effective – even an N95 mask will fail to stop one out of X airborne water droplets and other masks or scarves will fail even more. However, these masks will still offer at least some protection, reducing the risk that you get infected as well as the risk that you accidentally infect someone else, thus slowing the spread of the disease through the population.
And all this is not something new either. We all know that we have to protect our mouth and face when we sneeze and cough – that’s done for the same reason – to stop the water droplets we release from reaching others. It’s as much common knowledge as it is a scientific fact.
How different would the situation be if people were wearing masks from the start?
Here are some statistics as of April 3, 2020, from several Asian countries that are much closer to China and where people live in more densely populated areas than the U.S.:
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Taiwan – is home to 23,78 million people that live in an area of 35,808 square kilometers So far they’ve had 348 recorded COVID-19 cases and 5 deaths.
Japan – a population of 126,168 million people in an area of just 377,915 square kilometers. They’ve only had 2,617 cases and 63 deaths so far.
South Korea – a population of 51,709 million people in an area of 100,363 square kilometers with 10,062 recorded cases and 174 deaths.
Hong Kong – a population of 7,482,500 people in an area of just 2,755 square kilometers and so far they have only 845 COVID-19 cases and 4 deaths.
What do these countries have in common?
The majority of people living there have been wearing face masks and practicing social distancing norms even when not staying in a 100% quarantine since the beginning of the outbreak.
If we compare that to the U.S. (or other Western countries) where the recorded cases are a whopping 257,379 with 6,558 deaths out of 327,2 million people that are spread over a vast territory, and we see how important face masks and social distancing are.
And the pandemic hasn’t even reached its peak yet.
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In conclusion
The head of the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention recently told Science Magazine that “The big mistake in the U.S. and Europe, in my opinion, is that people aren’t wearing masks. This virus is transmitted by droplets and close contact. Droplets play a very important role—you’ve got to wear a mask, because when you speak, there are always droplets coming out of your mouth. Many people have asymptomatic or presymptomatic infections. If they are wearing face masks, it can prevent droplets that carry the virus from escaping and infecting others.”
And that sums it up pretty well. While masks are not 100% foolproof, and other things can and should be done as well, wearing even just a simple cloth mask whenever in public will not only offer you a considerable level of protection but it will also protect those around you and slow the spread of the disease to a more manageable pace.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-04--The Castor Oil Remedy That’s Highly Effective Against Allergies And Back Pain

Castor oil is an affordable and significantly underrated ingredient for natural remedies .
Not only does castor oil offer many benefits for your body , it also can help clear blemishes , relieve back pain and heal temporary sprains .
With strong roots in holistic medicine , it comes highly recommended to fight many diseases ( 1 ) .
Here ’ s a quick list of the many health benefits and uses of Castor Oil : • Use Castor oil to treat wounds and bruises ( 2 ) .
• By massaging your stomach with castor oil in the last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 3 ) .
• A few drops of castor oil in the ears can quickly treat hearing loss ( 5 ) .
• Used regularly for four weeks , castor oil can safely and effectively remove warts ( 6 ) .
• When combined with baking soda , castor oil has been proven effective in treating skin cancer ( 8 ) .
• Use Castor oil to relieve pain and itching from insect bites and bee stings ( 9 ) .
• Alleviate chronic diarrhea by applying castor oil to cover the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up the healing of hepatitis ( 11 ) .
• Eliminate nail fungus with daily use of the oil on effected areas .
• Applied to the lower back once a week , castor oil can help relieve pain ( 13 ) .
• Help relieve the symptoms of ocular allergies by rubbing a bit of castor oil on the eyelids before sleeping ( 14 ) .
• Get rid of pilonidal cysts by applying castor oil ( 15 ) .
• Use daily for three months on the vocal cords to relieve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Just one drop of castor oil in your eye every night before sleeping can fight cataracts ( 17 ) .
• It can be beneficial for the treatment of melanoma , when applied on a regular basis ( 18 ) .
• Has been found to improve health in terminal phase of cancer ( 19 ) .
• Massaging your head with castor oil for 20 minutes prior to shampooing will boost hair growth .
• Just 6-8 drops a day for one month can help get rid of tinnitus ( 20 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oil to the stomach ( 21 ) .
• Five drops of castor oil each morning can help treat allergies ( 22 ) .
• Combine castor oil with baking soda to help lighten dark spots ( 23 ) .
Castor oil compresses are easy to make and highly effective .
Simply gather some cold pressed oil , plastic sheet , a clean gauze or cotton flannel , hot water bottle and a towel .
Remember to clean your skin with baking soda before and after using the compress .
Soak gauze in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , cover with plastic sheet and place hot water bottle over it .
Wrap a towel over it and hold in place for at least an hour .

Castor oil is an affordable and significantly underrated ingredient for natural remedies. Not only does castor oil offer many benefits for your body, it also can help clear blemishes, relieve back pain and heal temporary sprains. With strong roots in holistic medicine, it comes highly recommended to fight many diseases (1).
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Here’s a quick list of the many health benefits and uses of Castor Oil:
Use Castor oil to treat wounds and bruises (2). By massaging your stomach with castor oil in the last 2 months of pregnancy prevents stretch marks (3). Wrists wrapped in castor oil overnight will rapidly heal injury (4). A few drops of castor oil in the ears can quickly treat hearing loss (5). Used regularly for four weeks, castor oil can safely and effectively remove warts (6). Massage feet daily with castor oil to remove calcium deposits (7). When combined with baking soda, castor oil has been proven effective in treating skin cancer (8). Relieve snoring after two-week application. Use Castor oil to relieve pain and itching from insect bites and bee stings (9). Alleviate chronic diarrhea by applying castor oil to cover the stomach (10). Speed up the healing of hepatitis (11). Eliminate nail fungus with daily use of the oil on effected areas. Can aid recovery from alcoholism (12). Applied to the lower back once a week, castor oil can help relieve pain (13). Help relieve the symptoms of ocular allergies by rubbing a bit of castor oil on the eyelids before sleeping (14). Get rid of pilonidal cysts by applying castor oil (15). Use daily for three months on the vocal cords to relieve chronic hoarseness (16). Just one drop of castor oil in your eye every night before sleeping can fight cataracts (17). It can be beneficial for the treatment of melanoma, when applied on a regular basis (18). Has been found to improve health in terminal phase of cancer (19). Massaging your head with castor oil for 20 minutes prior to shampooing will boost hair growth. Just 6-8 drops a day for one month can help get rid of tinnitus (20). Treat hyperactivity by applying castor oil to the stomach (21). Five drops of castor oil each morning can help treat allergies (22). Combine castor oil with baking soda to help lighten dark spots (23).
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Castor oil compresses are easy to make and highly effective. Simply gather some cold pressed oil, plastic sheet, a clean gauze or cotton flannel, hot water bottle and a towel.
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Remember to clean your skin with baking soda before and after using the compress. Soak gauze in castor oil and apply to affected area, cover with plastic sheet and place hot water bottle over it. Wrap a towel over it and hold in place for at least an hour.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-04--Say Goodbye to Gout Forever With This Powerful Natural Treatment!

Gout is a painful condition that can occur when your body is producing an excess amount of uric acid but luckily natural treatment may help .
These high levels lead to gout — but not right away .
In fact , uric acid levels are typically elevated for 20 to 30 years before they cause any trouble , which is why gout usually occurs in middle-aged and older people .
( source ) Generally , uric acid is filtered and expelled through your urine thanks to your kidneys .
So when your kidneys don ’ t work properly the high @ @ @ @ @ @ @ crystals and accumulate in your joint , causing the inflammation and intense pain of a gout attack .
( source ) But is there a gout natural treatment for when your kidneys don ’ t function as they should ?
If you ’ re having a hard time dealing with this chronic condition and don ’ t want to rely on aspirins or pharmaceutical pills for the rest of your life , try the following recipe .
The natural healing and anti-inflammatory properties of these foods can help relieve your symptoms the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ serve as a very good gout natural treatment .
• 2-3 teaspoons of powdered ginger , or 1 inch off of a fresh ginger root • Cut the skin off of the pineapple .
Make sure to use the stem of the pineapple that ’ s where you ’ ll find the highest concentration of bromelain .
• Slice the pineapple into chunks that are roughly the same size and toss them in your food processor or blender .
Blend until they are evenly mashed up .
• Pour in 1 cup of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the turmeric and ginger .
• Store in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 10 days .
Consume the drink every day .
• And whenever you pour yourself a glass , you can add honey to taste if you ’ d like .

Gout is a painful condition that can occur when your body is producing an excess amount of uric acid but luckily natural treatment may help. These high levels lead to gout — but not right away. In fact, uric acid levels are typically elevated for 20 to 30 years before they cause any trouble, which is why gout usually occurs in middle-aged and older people. (source)
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Generally, uric acid is filtered and expelled through your urine thanks to your kidneys. So when your kidneys don’t work properly the high levels of uric acid turn to urate crystals and accumulate in your joint, causing the inflammation and intense pain of a gout attack. (source) But is there a gout natural treatment for when your kidneys don’t function as they should?
If you’re having a hard time dealing with this chronic condition and don’t want to rely on aspirins or pharmaceutical pills for the rest of your life, try the following recipe.
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Powerful Gout Fighting Juice Recipe
The natural healing and anti-inflammatory properties of these foods can help relieve your symptoms the same way non-steroidal anti-inflammatory would. They also serve as a very good gout natural treatment.
Ingredients:
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1 pineapple
1-2 teaspoons of powdered turmeric
2-3 teaspoons of powdered ginger, or 1 inch off of a fresh ginger root
1 cup of tart cherry juice
raw honey (optional)
Instructions:
Cut the skin off of the pineapple. Make sure to use the stem of the pineapple that’s where you’ll find the highest concentration of bromelain. Slice the pineapple into chunks that are roughly the same size and toss them in your food processor or blender. Blend until they are evenly mashed up. Pour in 1 cup of tart cherry juice, and then sprinkle in the turmeric and ginger. Store in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 10 days. Consume the drink every day. And whenever you pour yourself a glass, you can add honey to taste if you’d like.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-03--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--2020-04-03--6 Back Pain Symptoms That Might Signal A More Serious Problem

Back pain is one of the most common aches and pains experienced in modern society .
Often caused by a pulled or weak muscle , back pain typically goes away with a few stretches and some rest .
But sometimes , back pain can be an indication of a much rarer and more serious condition .
The back pain symptoms below should be taken seriously and discussed with a medical professional as soon as possible .
Back pain is a generalized condition with many possible causes .
Acute pain is usually caused by a specific trigger , often injury or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ longer than 3-6 months , is much less common .
According to the Mayo Clinic , causes of back pain include ( 1 ) : • Muscle or ligament strain : Repeated heavy lifting or a sudden awkward movement may strain back muscles and spinal ligaments .
If your muscles are weak , straining them regularly can cause painful muscle spasms .
• Bulging or ruptured disks : Spinal disks act as cushions between the bones ( vertebrae ) in your spine .
The inside of these disks is soft and can bulge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in turn , may apply pressure to a spinal nerve .
Oddly enough , it ’ s possible for this to occur without you experiencing back pain .
An x-ray is all you need to diagnose the condition .
• Arthritis : Osteoarthritis can affect any bone in your body , even the spine and pelvic bone .
This causes pain in the lower back .
• Skeletal irregularities : Scoliosis , a condition causing spinal curvature , is a possible cause of chronic back pain .
Scoliosis is treated by wearing a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surgery .
Chronic back pain can also be the symptom of a dangerous or even fatal disease .
These back pain symptoms aren ’ t as straightforward as a muscle knot and should be taken seriously .
Don ’ t be afraid to call the hospital or your family clinic for an in-depth examination if experience any of the symptoms below .
1 .
Losing Control of Your Bowels and Bladder The bladder is located in the lower abdomen , so it can be affected by nerve disorders such as cauda equina syndrome @ @ @ @ @ @ @ medical condition that calls for urgent surgical intervention , often within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms .
Thankfully , this rare disorder only affects about 1 in 33 , 00 people .
“ Cauda equina syndrome ( CES ) is a rare but serious condition that describes extreme pressure and swelling of the nerves at the end of the spinal cord….The cauda equina is responsible for sensory and motor innervation to the pelvis and lower limbs , as well as bowel and bladder function .
If the cauda equina is damaged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back , symptoms may be severe and may develop quickly , ” writes Spine-Health ( 2 ) .
These are the most common causes of cauda equina syndrome include ( 3 ) : • A herniation ( bulging ) of a spinal disk in the lumbar area that presses on the nerves ( the most common cause ) .
• A complication from a severe lumbar spine injury such as a car crash , fall or another traumatic injury such as a stabbing .
• A birth defect such as an abnormal connection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Back pain is one of the most common aches and pains experienced in modern society. Often caused by a pulled or weak muscle, back pain typically goes away with a few stretches and some rest. But sometimes, back pain can be an indication of a much rarer and more serious condition. The back pain symptoms below should be taken seriously and discussed with a medical professional as soon as possible.
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Common Causes of Back Pain
Back pain is a generalized condition with many possible causes. Acute pain is usually caused by a specific trigger, often injury or strain. Chronic pain, which lasts longer than 3-6 months, is much less common.
According to the Mayo Clinic, causes of back pain include (1):
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Muscle or ligament strain : Repeated heavy lifting or a sudden awkward movement may strain back muscles and spinal ligaments. If your muscles are weak, straining them regularly can cause painful muscle spasms.
: Repeated heavy lifting or a sudden awkward movement may strain back muscles and spinal ligaments. If your muscles are weak, straining them regularly can cause painful muscle spasms. Bulging or ruptured disks : Spinal disks act as cushions between the bones (vertebrae) in your spine. The inside of these disks is soft and can bulge or rupture during injury. This, in turn, may apply pressure to a spinal nerve. Oddly enough, it’s possible for this to occur without you experiencing back pain. An x-ray is all you need to diagnose the condition.
: Spinal disks act as cushions between the bones (vertebrae) in your spine. The inside of these disks is soft and can bulge or rupture during injury. This, in turn, may apply pressure to a spinal nerve. Oddly enough, it’s possible for this to occur without you experiencing back pain. An x-ray is all you need to diagnose the condition. Arthritis : Osteoarthritis can affect any bone in your body, even the spine and pelvic bone. This causes pain in the lower back.
: Osteoarthritis can affect any bone in your body, even the spine and pelvic bone. This causes pain in the lower back. Skeletal irregularities: Scoliosis, a condition causing spinal curvature, is a possible cause of chronic back pain. Scoliosis is treated by wearing a specialized back brace and may require corrective surgery.
Chronic back pain can also be the symptom of a dangerous or even fatal disease.
6 Back Pain Symptoms that Aren’t Caused by Sore Muscles
These back pain symptoms aren’t as straightforward as a muscle knot and should be taken seriously. Don’t be afraid to call the hospital or your family clinic for an in-depth examination if experience any of the symptoms below.
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1. Losing Control of Your Bowels and Bladder
The bladder is located in the lower abdomen, so it can be affected by nerve disorders such as cauda equina syndrome.
Cauda equina syndrome is an emergency medical condition that calls for urgent surgical intervention, often within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms. Thankfully, this rare disorder only affects about 1 in 33, 00 people.
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“Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a rare but serious condition that describes extreme pressure and swelling of the nerves at the end of the spinal cord….The cauda equina is responsible for sensory and motor innervation to the pelvis and lower limbs, as well as bowel and bladder function. If the cauda equina is damaged by inflammation or compression in the low back, symptoms may be severe and may develop quickly,” writes Spine-Health (2).
These are the most common causes of cauda equina syndrome include (3):
A herniation (bulging) of a spinal disk in the lumbar area that presses on the nerves (the most common cause).
Narrowing of the spinal canal (stenosis).
A spinal lesion or tumor.
A spinal infection, inflammation, hemorrhage or fracture.
A complication from a severe lumbar spine injury such as a car crash, fall or another traumatic injury such as a stabbing.
A birth defect such as an abnormal connection between blood vessels (arteriovenous malformation)
If the condition isn’t treated promptly, patients will likely experience paralysis, complete loss of bladder and/or bowel control, sexual dysfunction, difficulty walking, and/or other neurological and physical problems.
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Other symptoms include:
Severe lower back pain.
Pain, numbness or weakness in one or both legs that causes you to stumble or have trouble getting up from a chair.
Loss of or altered sensations in your legs, buttocks, inner thighs, backs of your leg, or feet that is severe or gets worse and worse.
Constipation
Sudden sexual dysfunction
2. Nighttime Pain
Pain that hits during the night is often caused by an awkward sleeping position or muscles pulled during the day. However, if your pain hits as soon as you head to bed, and doesn’t improve by changing position, you may be suffering from a spinal issue. Probable causes include a possible tumor or spinal bone infection (4).
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Tumors may also cause other types of back pain, especially pain that grows steadily and is mostly unaffected by position and activity. Cancerous tumors are also accompanied by pain that worsens with weight bearing, extreme fatigue, and other signs of being unwell.
Visit your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any of these symptoms, as well as (5):
Fever
Unexplained weight loss
Change in bowel habits of bladder function
Unusual bleeding
Lumps in your back
3. Hard to Pinpoint Pain
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Experiencing generalized pain anywhere in your back may seem innocent, but it’s a tell-tell sign of heart problems. In fact, if your pain can’t be pinpointed to muscle knots or sore joints, you may be experiencing the first stages of a heart attack, especially the pain is spreading from your chest (6).
If you experience any of these symptoms, go to the ER immediately:
Chest discomfort (uncomfortable chest pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain, burning or heaviness)
Discomfort in other areas of the upper body (neck, jaw, shoulder, arms, back)
Sweating
Nausea
Shortness of breath
Light-headedness
Fatigue
Shortness of breath
Symptoms vary between people, so don’t take the risk if you feel like something isn’t quite right and call emergency medical services immediately. In fact, some people do not experience any chest pain while others may have only mild chest pain or discomfort or may experience only one symptom.
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After calling 911, stop all activity. Sit or lie down, in whatever position is most comfortable. If you take nitroglycerin, take your normal dosage or take an aspirin to break up the blood clot that is causing the heart attack. Rest and wait for emergency medical personnel to arrive. When they arrive, make sure to tell them the medications your regularly take or have taken throughout the day.
4. Morning Stiffness
The older you get, the harder it can be to wake up in the morning. While some aches and pains are nothing to worry about, pain lasting more than 30 minutes after waking up can be cause for alarm. This is especially true if the pain worsens when you aren’t moving. The likely reason for your discomfort is ankylosing spondylitis, a form of inflammatory arthritis that can cause your vertebrae to fuse together if left untreated.
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Ankylosing spondylitis also increases your risk of heart disease and stroke, so you really don’t want to ignore it. Talk to your doctor and change your diet to include more anti-inflammatory foods to support your recovery.
5. Height Loss
Frequent back pain in individuals who have had a recent accident, or suffer from osteopenia or osteoporosis can be an indication of a spinal fracture (7).
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Other symptoms include:
Sudden onset of back pain
Standing or walking will usually make the pain worse
Lying on one’s back makes the pain less intense
Limited spinal mobility
Deformity and disability
Left untreated, you’ll likely end up with a stooped posture, and even breathing and digestive problems. Hence, it’s important that you speak to your doctor to begin an appropriate treatment, possibly including a back brace, pain meds, physical therapy, and, in some cases, surgery.
6. Clammy or Sweaty Skin
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Sudden pain in your abdomen or back, as well as excessive sweating and pain spreading from your abdomen or back to your pelvis, legs, or buttocks can indicate an abdominal aortic aneurysm. It occurs when the aorta, the vessel that carries blood from your heart down to your abdomen, legs, and pelvis experiences a localized, blood-filled balloon-like bulge in its arterial wall. When the aneurysm ruptures, internal bleeding occurs (8).
According to Healthline, risk factors for AAA include (9):
being male
being over age 60
having a family history of heart conditions and diseases
having diabetes
being obese or overweight
having high blood pressure, especially if you’re between 35 and 60 years old
having high cholesterol or fatty buildup in the blood vessels (atherosclerosis)
living a sedentary lifestyle
having had trauma to your abdomen or other damage to your midsection
smoking tobacco products
Diagnosing AAA often requires a CT scan of the abdomen. The condition is then remedied thanks to open abdominal surgery or endovascular surgery.
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These 6 back pain symptoms are easy to spot if you carefully monitor your health every day. To avoid confusing them with muscle-related pain, exercise regularly, stretch properly, take regular Epsom baths, and massage the pain away! Also, if you experience chronic muscle pain, don’t be afraid to get professional help for a certified massage therapist, physical therapist, or chiropractor.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-03--6 Exercises For Lasting Lower Back Pain Relief

There ’ s nothing like a bit of back pain to make it hard to get up in the morning .
If you ’ ve experienced it before , you ’ re not alone : it ’ s estimated that 80 % of people experience back pain at some point in their lives .
And yet , this chronic issue is typically treated with a regime of hot pads and ibuprofen .
But these little treatments only halt the symptoms , meaning that you ’ re bound to experience more pain throughout the day .
If you experience chronic back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ put down the pills and address the true cause of your condition .
Are you overworked ?
Overstressed ?
Do you have a poor posture ?
According to Web MD , back pain can also be a sign of cancer , kidney problems , or an injured spine , so talk to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms ( 1 ) : • You feel numbness , tingling , or weakness in your groin , arms or legs ; this may signal damage to the spinal cord .
Seek immediate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your back extends downward along the back of the leg ; you may be suffering from sciatica .
• The pain increases when you cough or bend forward at the waist ; this can be the sign of a herniated disc .
• The pain is accompanied by fever , burning during urination , or frequent and/or urgent urination .
You may have an infection .
• You begin to have problems controlling your bowels or bladder ; seek immediate medical help .
Along with visiting a chiropractor and massage therapist , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stretch your lower back muscle to ease any tension that ’ s accumulated from sitting down for long periods of time or from lack of exercise .
If you ’ re out of shape , ease into the following poses and stop when you begin to feel pain .
Back pain can be caused by injured bones , ligaments , nerves or joints , so don ’ t push your body too hard if you haven ’ t spoken to a medical professional first .
After all , low back pain is the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) .
Ideally , do these stretches in the morning and at night .
You can also buckle down and do a few if you feel some pain coming your way .

There’s nothing like a bit of back pain to make it hard to get up in the morning. If you’ve experienced it before, you’re not alone: it’s estimated that 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their lives. And yet, this chronic issue is typically treated with a regime of hot pads and ibuprofen. But these little treatments only halt the symptoms, meaning that you’re bound to experience more pain throughout the day.
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Assessing Your Pain
If you experience chronic back pain, it may be time to put down the pills and address the true cause of your condition. Are you overworked? Overstressed? Do you have a poor posture?
According to Web MD, back pain can also be a sign of cancer, kidney problems, or an injured spine, so talk to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms (1):
You feel numbness, tingling, or weakness in your groin, arms or legs; this may signal damage to the spinal cord. Seek immediate medical help.
The pain in your back extends downward along the back of the leg; you may be suffering from sciatica.
The pain increases when you cough or bend forward at the waist; this can be the sign of a herniated disc.
The pain is accompanied by fever, burning during urination, or frequent and/or urgent urination. You may have an infection.
You begin to have problems controlling your bowels or bladder; seek immediate medical help.
6 Lower Back Pain Exercises
Along with visiting a chiropractor and massage therapist, it’s a good idea to regularly stretch your lower back muscle to ease any tension that’s accumulated from sitting down for long periods of time or from lack of exercise.
If you’re out of shape, ease into the following poses and stop when you begin to feel pain.
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Back pain can be caused by injured bones, ligaments, nerves or joints, so don’t push your body too hard if you haven’t spoken to a medical professional first. After all, low back pain is the current leading cause of disability (2).
Ideally, do these stretches in the morning and at night. You can also buckle down and do a few if you feel some pain coming your way.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-03--This Raw Honey Kills Every Kind of Bacteria Scientists Could Throw At It (Even the Superbugs!)

Honey is an essential healing tool to get over the cold and flu and soothe a sore throat , but it can do so much more than that .
Recent studies have even determined that one specific type of honey can kill deadly bacteria more effectively than pharmaceutical antibiotics .
Manuka honey is produced in New Zealand by bees that pollinate the native manuka bush .
The nectar of the manuka flowers contains dihydroxyacetone , which is converted into methylglyoxal , the healing compound in Manuka honey ( 1 ) .
Other honeys contain this compound too , just in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relieve pain , fight infection and speed the healing process .
It was traditionally used topically to heal burns and infected wounds ( 1 ) .
Manuka honey is equally effective against antibiotic-resistant and antibiotic susceptible bacteria ( 2 ) .
“ The unique property of honey lies in its ability to fight infection on multiple levels , making it more difficult for bacteria to develop resistance , ” says Susan M. Meschwitz , Ph.D. “ That is , it uses a combination of weapons , including hydrogen peroxide , acidity , osmotic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ — all of which actively kill bacterial cells , she explains .
The osmotic effect , which is the result of the high sugar concentration in honey , draws water from the bacterial cells , dehydrating and killing them.
” ( 3 ) .
Enlarged cells containing septa were observed in MRSA exposed to inhibitory concentrations of manuka honey , suggesting that cell division was interrupted .
These changes were not caused by either the sugars or methylglyoxal in honey and indicate the presence of additional antibacterial components in manuka honey .
When @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Manuka has even more potent antibacterial activity than pharmaceuticals ( 4 ) .
In fact , the honey doesn ’ t lead to antibacterial resistannce and even make bacteria more sensitive to antibiotic pharmaceuticals .
“ Our findings with streptococci and pseudomonads suggest that manuka honey can hamper the attachment of bacteria to tissues which is an essential step in the initiation of acute infections .
Inhibiting attachment also blocks the formation of biofilms , which can protect bacteria from antibiotics and allow them to cause persistent infections , ” explains Professor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 5 ) .
“ Other work in our lab has shown that honey can make MRSA more sensitive to antibiotics such as oxacillin — effectively reversing antibiotic resistance .
This indicates that existing antibiotics may be more effective against drug-resistant infections if used in combination with manuka honey.
” The honey is also used in the treatment of ulcers , infected wounds and burns , Escherichia coli ( E. coli ) , Enterobacter aerogenes , Salmonella typhimurium , S. aureus .
Laboratory studies have even revealed that the honey is effective against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) ( 6 ) .
In some cases , these bacteria are completely destroyed after only 24 hours of exposure to a 20 % honey solution ( 1 ) .
It ’ s so effective that hospitals have even begun to use medical-grade honey ( 7 ) .
Manuka honey is typically sold in health food stores and online .
It ’ s quite expensive , starting around 30-40 USD for 250g .
Non-gmo or organic varieties are even more expensive .
Unfortunately , the honey industry has undergone a lot of fraud @ @ @ @ @ @ @ demand worldwide .
True Manuka honey , which can only be produced in New Zealand , has become a rare commodity ( 8 ) .
It was revealed that only 1,700 tons of Manuka are produced in New Zealand each year .
As much as 10,000 tons are sold worldwide , with 1,800 tons sold in the UK alone , suggesting widespread fraud .
For Manuka honey to be pure and high-grade , it needs a minimum rating of 10 UMF ( unique manuka factor ) .
Honey at or above that level @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” or “ Active Manuka Honey ” ( 1 ) .
This term is regulated by the Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association .
Fake honey typically does not show the UMF level and is not produced in New Zealand .

Honey is an essential healing tool to get over the cold and flu and soothe a sore throat, but it can do so much more than that. Recent studies have even determined that one specific type of honey can kill deadly bacteria more effectively than pharmaceutical antibiotics.
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What Is Manuka Honey?
Manuka honey is produced in New Zealand by bees that pollinate the native manuka bush.
The nectar of the manuka flowers contains dihydroxyacetone, which is converted into methylglyoxal, the healing compound in Manuka honey (1). Other honeys contain this compound too, just in much smaller quantities.
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Manuka honey can relieve pain, fight infection and speed the healing process. It was traditionally used topically to heal burns and infected wounds (1).
How Manuka Honey Effectively Kills Bacteria
Manuka honey is equally effective against antibiotic-resistant and antibiotic susceptible bacteria (2).
“The unique property of honey lies in its ability to fight infection on multiple levels, making it more difficult for bacteria to develop resistance,” says Susan M. Meschwitz, Ph.D.
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“That is, it uses a combination of weapons, including hydrogen peroxide, acidity, osmotic effect, high sugar concentration and polyphenols — all of which actively kill bacterial cells, she explains. The osmotic effect, which is the result of the high sugar concentration in honey, draws water from the bacterial cells, dehydrating and killing them.” (3).
Honey and Antibacterial-Resistant Bacteria
Manuka honey: Is it really a super food?
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Enlarged cells containing septa were observed in MRSA exposed to inhibitory concentrations of manuka honey, suggesting that cell division was interrupted. These changes were not caused by either the sugars or methylglyoxal in honey and indicate the presence of additional antibacterial components in manuka honey.
When it comes to antibiotic superbugs like MRSA, Manuka has even more potent antibacterial activity than pharmaceuticals (4).
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In fact, the honey doesn’t lead to antibacterial resistannce and even make bacteria more sensitive to antibiotic pharmaceuticals.
“Our findings with streptococci and pseudomonads suggest that manuka honey can hamper the attachment of bacteria to tissues which is an essential step in the initiation of acute infections. Inhibiting attachment also blocks the formation of biofilms, which can protect bacteria from antibiotics and allow them to cause persistent infections,” explains Professor Cooper of University of Wales Institute Cardiff (5).
“Other work in our lab has shown that honey can make MRSA more sensitive to antibiotics such as oxacillin — effectively reversing antibiotic resistance. This indicates that existing antibiotics may be more effective against drug-resistant infections if used in combination with manuka honey.”
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The honey is also used in the treatment of ulcers, infected wounds and burns, Escherichia coli (E. coli), Enterobacter aerogenes, Salmonella typhimurium, S. aureus.
Laboratory studies have even revealed that the honey is effective against β-haemolytic streptococci and vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE) (6).
In some cases, these bacteria are completely destroyed after only 24 hours of exposure to a 20% honey solution (1). It’s so effective that hospitals have even begun to use medical-grade honey (7).
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How To Find Real Manuka Honey
Manuka honey is typically sold in health food stores and online. It’s quite expensive, starting around 30-40 USD for 250g. Non-gmo or organic varieties are even more expensive.
Unfortunately, the honey industry has undergone a lot of fraud in recent years because of the increasing demand worldwide. True Manuka honey, which can only be produced in New Zealand, has become a rare commodity (8).
It was revealed that only 1,700 tons of Manuka are produced in New Zealand each year. As much as 10,000 tons are sold worldwide, with 1,800 tons sold in the UK alone, suggesting widespread fraud.
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For Manuka honey to be pure and high-grade, it needs a minimum rating of 10 UMF (unique manuka factor). Honey at or above that level is marketed as “UMF Manuka Honey” or “Active Manuka Honey” (1). This term is regulated by the Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association.
Fake honey typically does not show the UMF level and is not produced in New Zealand.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-04-03--12 Signs of Heightened Emotional Intelligence You Can Easily Recognize

Emotional intelligence isn ’ t some “ made-up ” thing , it ’ s actually a term used by modern psychology to define the capacity to deal with your emotions in a healthy way .
More specifically , it ’ s the ability to recognize your emotions and the emotions of others , distinguish one emotion from the next , properly label your emotions , use your emotions to guide your thinking and behavior , and to manage your emotions to achieve your goals ( 1 ) .
According to Psychology Today , emotional intelligence ( EQ or EI ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 2 ) : • Emotional awareness , including the ability to identify your own emotions and those of others .
• The ability to harness emotions and apply them to tasks like thinking and problems solving .
• The ability to manage emotions , including the ability to regulate your own emotions , and the ability to cheer up or calm down another person .
It also involves two kinds of focus : an inward focus on your own feelings and an outward focus on the feelings of the people around you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ key to developing problem-solving skills and healthy relationships .
It ’ s so important that social and emotional learning ( S.E.L . )
is now taught in schools throughout North America .
That ’ s because the mental well-being of children correlates strongly with their future success .
In fact , EQ correlates with better work , stronger marriages , better mental health , and better physical health ( 4 ) .
When S.E.L .
was studied in an elementary school in California , researchers : “ …discovered was that [ the ] @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to make progress on the academics until they ’ d gotten help with their social and emotional issues.
” That ’ s partly because social-emotional training develops the prefrontal cortex .
Consequently , it can enhance academically important skills like impulse control , abstract reasoning , long-term planning and working memory .
Among other things , researchers who studied S.E.L .
in elementary schools found that children were able to move on more quickly when they addressed how they were feeling and communicated their emotions with teachers and peers .
Emotional intelligence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and depending on how you are raised , it may be a challenge to see the value in embracing your emotional side .
There are four key abilities to EI .
To understand how your emotional intelligence sizes up , ask yourself the questions below .
1 .
Understanding and expressing your own emotions • Have a good sense of why you have certain feelings most of the time ?
• Have a good understanding of your own emotions ?
• Really understand what you feel ?
• Always know whether or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Perceiving and understanding the emotions of others • Always know your friends ’ emotions from their behavior ?
• Observe the emotions of others ?
• Feel sensitive to the feelings and emotions of others ?
• Have a good understanding of the emotions of people around you ?
• Always set goals for yourself and then try your best to achieve them ?
• Always tell yourself that you are a competent person ?
• Believe you are a self-motivated person ?
• Always encourage yourself to try your best ?
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and handle difficulties rationally ?
• Believe you are capable of controlling your own emotions ?
• Always calm down quickly when you are very angry ?
• Have good control of your own emotions ?
If you answered “ yes ” to most of the questions above , consider yourself emotionally intelligent .
On the other hand , let the questions you may have answered “ no ” to highlight your challenges in terms of emotional growth .
Even emotionally intelligent people have their flaws , but here are 12 things you @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Emotional intelligence isn’t some “made-up” thing, it’s actually a term used by modern psychology to define the capacity to deal with your emotions in a healthy way. More specifically, it’s the ability to recognize your emotions and the emotions of others, distinguish one emotion from the next, properly label your emotions, use your emotions to guide your thinking and behavior , and to manage your emotions to achieve your goals (1).
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According to Psychology Today, emotional intelligence (EQ or EI) is generally said to include three skills (2):
Emotional awareness, including the ability to identify your own emotions and those of others.
The ability to harness emotions and apply them to tasks like thinking and problems solving.
The ability to manage emotions, including the ability to regulate your own emotions, and the ability to cheer up or calm down another person.
It also involves two kinds of focus: an inward focus on your own feelings and an outward focus on the feelings of the people around you (3).
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Why Emotional Intelligence Matters
Emotional intelligence is key to developing problem-solving skills and healthy relationships.
It’s so important that social and emotional learning (S.E.L.) is now taught in schools throughout North America. That’s because the mental well-being of children correlates strongly with their future success. In fact, EQ correlates with better work, stronger marriages, better mental health, and better physical health (4).
When S.E.L. was studied in an elementary school in California, researchers: “…discovered was that [the] kids weren’t going to be able to make progress on the academics until they’d gotten help with their social and emotional issues.”
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That’s partly because social-emotional training develops the prefrontal cortex. Consequently, it can enhance academically important skills like impulse control, abstract reasoning, long-term planning and working memory.
Among other things, researchers who studied S.E.L. in elementary schools found that children were able to move on more quickly when they addressed how they were feeling and communicated their emotions with teachers and peers.
Am I Emotionally Intelligent?
Emotional intelligence doesn’t come naturally for everyone, and depending on how you are raised, it may be a challenge to see the value in embracing your emotional side.
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There are four key abilities to EI. To understand how your emotional intelligence sizes up, ask yourself the questions below.
1. Understanding and expressing your own emotions
Do you:
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Have a good sense of why you have certain feelings most of the time?
Have a good understanding of your own emotions?
Really understand what you feel?
Always know whether or not you are happy?
2. Perceiving and understanding the emotions of others
Do you:
Always know your friends’ emotions from their behavior?
Observe the emotions of others?
Feel sensitive to the feelings and emotions of others?
Have a good understanding of the emotions of people around you?
3. Regulating your own emotions
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Do you:
Always set goals for yourself and then try your best to achieve them?
Always tell yourself that you are a competent person?
Believe you are a self-motivated person?
Always encourage yourself to try your best?
4. Using emotion to achieve success
Do you:
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Have the ability to control your temper and handle difficulties rationally?
Believe you are capable of controlling your own emotions?
Always calm down quickly when you are very angry?
Have good control of your own emotions?
If you answered “yes” to most of the questions above, consider yourself emotionally intelligent. On the other hand, let the questions you may have answered “no” to highlight your challenges in terms of emotional growth.
12 Signs of Heightened Emotional Intelligence
Even emotionally intelligent people have their flaws, but here are 12 things you’ll never catch them doing.
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dailyhealthpost--2020-03-14--Terminally Ill Toddler Who Loved Firefighters Meets Heroes before Passing Away

Stories of child death are always heart-breaking but it ’ s also rare that we find something to smile about in them .
One such story was the case of Trucker Dukes – a terminally ill toddler that met his FDNY firefighter heroes before he passed away .
Trucker was 3-years-old and he was from Maui , Hawaii .
At the age of 1 , he was diagnosed with a stage 4 neuroblastoma which is a type of childhood cancer .
He passed away two years after his diagnosis in his home in Hawaii as we learned from his Facebook @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
What gives this story a tiny bit of silver lining is that before he died , Trucker had the chance to meet his heroes from the Fire Department of the City of New York ( NYFD ) ( 2 ) .
What ’ s more , Trucker was also named an honorary junior firefighter by the FDNY as well .
“ Trucker ’ s passing has been the hardest experience you can imagine .
Now we get to celebrate his extraordinary life , ” Trucker ’ s mom , Shauna Dukes said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) .
Trucker had the chance to meet his heroes while he was receiving treatment in New York City after his diagnosis .
The firefighters were responding to a call at the Ronald McDonald House where the boy was staying at the time .
FDNY captain Jim Grismer shared this about the boy in front of the Huffington Post ( 4 ) : “ I see this little boy excitedly walking towards me with his eyes aglow .
I opened my arms and he basically climbed up and hugged me around the neck @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve been friends/brothers for years , ” Sadly , young Trucker couldn ’ t fight past the disease but at least his family and friends managed to make a lot of wonderful memories for him along the way – both during treatments in New York and at home in Maui .

Stories of child death are always heart-breaking but it’s also rare that we find something to smile about in them. One such story was the case of Trucker Dukes – a terminally ill toddler that met his FDNY firefighter heroes before he passed away.
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Trucker was 3-years-old and he was from Maui, Hawaii. At the age of 1, he was diagnosed with a stage 4 neuroblastoma which is a type of childhood cancer. He passed away two years after his diagnosis in his home in Hawaii as we learned from his Facebook page – Team Trucker (1).
What gives this story a tiny bit of silver lining is that before he died, Trucker had the chance to meet his heroes from the Fire Department of the City of New York (NYFD) (2). What’s more, Trucker was also named an honorary junior firefighter by the FDNY as well.
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“Trucker’s passing has been the hardest experience you can imagine. Now we get to celebrate his extraordinary life,” Trucker’s mom, Shauna Dukes said in front of ABC News (3).
Trucker had the chance to meet his heroes while he was receiving treatment in New York City after his diagnosis. The firefighters were responding to a call at the Ronald McDonald House where the boy was staying at the time.
FDNY captain Jim Grismer shared this about the boy in front of the Huffington Post (4):
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“I see this little boy excitedly walking towards me with his eyes aglow. I opened my arms and he basically climbed up and hugged me around the neck. It was as if we’ve been friends/brothers for years,”
Sadly, young Trucker couldn’t fight past the disease but at least his family and friends managed to make a lot of wonderful memories for him along the way – both during treatments in New York and at home in Maui.
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