Monday, August 16, 2010
Calorie Restriction & the Immune System
Our immune system ages as we do. Caloric restriction(1/3 fewer calories) has a huge impact on immune system of monkeys. To see a short video from Live Science go to: http://www.livescience.com/common/media/video/player.php?videoRef=pur1330_caloriesandimmpod_sc
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Skin Deep: Cosmetic Safety Website
Another great link to bookmark: www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/ Skin Deep is a safety guide to cosmetics and personal care products brought to you by researchers at the Environmental Working Group. Enter the names of all your hair, face, body products (as well as baby products) and immediately you will get a rating from 0 (low hazard) to 10 (high hazard) and an ingredient listing. You can also enter your e-mail address for free newsletters.
Quickies
According to the American Heart Association after quitting smoking one can experience these benefits in just one to nine months: shortness of breath decreases, cilia in lungs regrow, circulation improves, energy levels increase, and infection decreases.
The smallest bones in the body are in the ear.
Middle ear infections should decrease as a child ages because the eustachian tube changes from a horizontal to a slanting position; thus, fluid cannot pool and become infectious as easily.
Ligaments attach bone to bone and tendons attach bone to muscle.
Hand washing is considered the single most important method of infection prevention.
Foods that are labeled "organically grown" might still have pesticides if they cross a state border or country border due to agriculture laws. Foods that are from other countries are nutritionally deplete-buy local within 100 miles of where you live.
"Life is defined by movement and death-and the lack thereof" (unknown)
(sources: Outline Review for the Medical Assistant-2nd edition and Macrotherapy Nutrition notes)
The smallest bones in the body are in the ear.
Middle ear infections should decrease as a child ages because the eustachian tube changes from a horizontal to a slanting position; thus, fluid cannot pool and become infectious as easily.
Ligaments attach bone to bone and tendons attach bone to muscle.
Hand washing is considered the single most important method of infection prevention.
Foods that are labeled "organically grown" might still have pesticides if they cross a state border or country border due to agriculture laws. Foods that are from other countries are nutritionally deplete-buy local within 100 miles of where you live.
"Life is defined by movement and death-and the lack thereof" (unknown)
(sources: Outline Review for the Medical Assistant-2nd edition and Macrotherapy Nutrition notes)
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Top Foodie Picks For Movie Night At Home
These 2 documentaries are on my 'must watch' list and should be on yours if you are concerned about the food you and your family eats.
Here is a synopsis: "In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that's been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government's regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. We have bigger-breasted chickens, the perfect pork chop, insecticide-resistant soybean seeds, even tomatoes that won't go bad, but we also have new strains of e coli--the harmful bacteria that causes illness for an estimated 73,000 Americans annually." (www.foodincmovie.com/about-the-film.php)
The second one is King Corn (www.pbs.org/independentlens/kingcorn/film.html)
“For the first time in American history, our generation was at risk of having a shorter lifespan than our parents. And it was because of what we ate.”
—Curt Ellis, KING CORN filmmaker
Here is a synopsis: "In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that's been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government's regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. We have bigger-breasted chickens, the perfect pork chop, insecticide-resistant soybean seeds, even tomatoes that won't go bad, but we also have new strains of e coli--the harmful bacteria that causes illness for an estimated 73,000 Americans annually." (www.foodincmovie.com/about-the-film.php)
The second one is King Corn (www.pbs.org/independentlens/kingcorn/film.html)
“For the first time in American history, our generation was at risk of having a shorter lifespan than our parents. And it was because of what we ate.”
—Curt Ellis, KING CORN filmmaker
6 Surprising Exercise Facts
From cardio and cravings to weight training and energy drinks. For the full article click here: www.mainstreet.com/article/family/family-health/6-surprising-exercise-facts
Friday, April 16, 2010
Genes and Breast Cancer
Experts say that women in Western countries can reduce their breast cancer risk by up to one third by changing their diet and physical activity. Some experts believe 90 percent of cases are preventable.
If you have a family history of breast cancer your risk rises significantly. However, according to research only 20-30 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer are actually genetically predisposed to it.
(According to Dr. Mercola): "And the truth is, you are NOT a captive to your genes. The KEY to remember here is that it is NOT your genes that dictate your health but rather the expression of your genes. You have the ability to easily turn genes on and off with your lifestyle and emotional state." To read on: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/04/13/at-least-onethird-of-breast-cancer-cases-are-avoidable.aspx
If you have a family history of breast cancer your risk rises significantly. However, according to research only 20-30 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer are actually genetically predisposed to it.
(According to Dr. Mercola): "And the truth is, you are NOT a captive to your genes. The KEY to remember here is that it is NOT your genes that dictate your health but rather the expression of your genes. You have the ability to easily turn genes on and off with your lifestyle and emotional state." To read on: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/04/13/at-least-onethird-of-breast-cancer-cases-are-avoidable.aspx
Lack of Border Inspection of U.S. Food Supply
It is estimated that about 0.6 percent of our food supply entering the U.S.A is inspected by the FDA. This poses serious health risks especially when the food is contaminated with toxins, banned chemicals, carcinogens, and high levels of antibiotics. According to Economy in Crisis 80% of the fish sold in America is from third world countries not known for their food safety standards.
For the full article go to: www.economyincrisis.org/content/toxic-fish-expose-greater-concern-imported-foods-us
For the full article go to: www.economyincrisis.org/content/toxic-fish-expose-greater-concern-imported-foods-us
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