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Stage 4 Chemotherapy Benefits Over-estimated by Patients and Doctors
submitted by: admin on 06/25/2016
Patients with advanced cancer have the mistaken belief that chemotherapy can cure their illness according to a New England Journal of Medicine article published in October of 2012. This Dana-Farber Cancer Institute study showe that 69% of advanced lung cancer and 81% of advanced colorectal cancer did not understand that chemotherapy was not at...
Stanford University's Hatchet Job on Organic Foods
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
According to a Stanford University study published in Annals of Internal Medicine in August of 2012, There isn't much difference between organic and conventional food. They "did not find strong evidence" that organic foods are more nutritious or carry fewer health risks than conventional alternatives. They found little consistent difference...
Stem Cells Help Heart Attack Victims
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Fourteen patients were randomized to see if adipose-derived adult stem cells would help limit the damage from an acute heart attack. Infarct size was decreased by 50%, the perfusion defect was 17% smaller, and the left ventriclular ejection fraction was increased about 6% better than the control group.
Stem cell vocabulary was reviewed and highlighted that...
Steroids and Sports with Phillip Miller, MD
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Are steroids unfair in sport. Hear the unusual perspectives of Dr. Miller. Both testosterone and growth hormone are illegal, but how much good do they do? He also feels that these antiaging hormones are valuable as we get older. If we are active weekend warriors, by the time we're 50, we start getting injuries...these hormones can prevent them.
Sticks and Stones Can Break My Bones, but Words...
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Emotional abuse can be as severe as physical and sexual abuse and any form can lead to severe disabilities later in life. This includes belittling, denigrating, terrorizing, exploiting, emotional unresponsiveness, or corrupting a child in a way that jeopardizes safety and often leads to making the child feel worthless, unloved, or unwanted.
This...
Stress, Coping, Illness, and Health with Martin Rossman, MD
submitted by: admin on 10/29/2017
It is important to look at the underlying causes for disease rather than treat symptoms with drugs that suppress symptoms. Most of what we see in medical practice is related to disease. Who is this person, what is their history, how do they manage their lives and how do they cope with stress are critical questions that should be part of our inquiry.
Stress, the GI Tract, and Immunity
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
The effects of stress on immunity has been studied and shows that it even affects the number and types of microbes that can survive in the human GI tract. Probiotics have a lot to do with digestion, synthesis of vitamins such as vitamin K, B5, B6 and biotin, stimulation of immunity, and regulation of immunity. Many scientists consider the stool in the gut an...
Stroke
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
The types, causes, and treatment of stroke are reviewed from both the mainstream and CAM approaches.
Stroke Recovery and Acupuncture
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Acupuncture has been touted to help stroke victims, but a study was done showing that it doesn't work. The study suffered from selection bias. Placebo effect is discussed. Getting better should be the bottom line, not whether or not the beneficial effect is placebo.
Success in Preventing and Curing Type 2 Diabetes
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
"A Return to Healing" Blog: Tue, 02/09/2010 - 16:21 — BBelitsos
America’s epidemic of Type 2 diabetes has become a national emergency. In fact, we are currently fighting a losing war against this disease, which now affects...
Sun, Vitamin D, and Cancer
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
We need sunlight to make vitamin D. The types, sources of vitamin D, and physiology of vitamin D are reviewed. The relationship between vitamin D levels and cancer are reviewed.
Sunscreens that are Safe with Marie Veronique Nadeau
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Sunburn, wrinkles, rosacea, and cancer can be prevented or minimized with sunblock. There are many chemicals that are in sunblock that are dangerous. The differences of UVA and UVB and what they do are explained.
Sunshine is Superior to Vitamin D Supplements
submitted by: admin on 06/05/2016
A study out of the University of Edinburgh and presented at the International Investigative Dermatological Conference in May of 2013 reported that sunlight on skin lowers blood pressure by increasing the release of nitric oxide. They exposed 24 people to a tanning lamp for two 20 minute sessions where in one group the UV light was blocked and in the...
Super Natural Home with Beth Greer
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
We often take good health for granted until things go wrong. We need to be proactive about our lifestyle and be sure we eat food that is toxin free and be certain we are not exposed to toxic skin care products and household cleaners. Regulation of these products is inadequate. Food is also a concern and issues such as GMO, microwaved food, pesticides, and additives...
Super Natural Home with Beth Greer Part II
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Indoor pollution is worse, according to the EPA, than outside. Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, come from paints and glues and should be avoided. They are endocrine disruptors that are not safe. Even candles and air fresheners are another source of air pollution in the home. Beeswax is best for candles. Fragrances have up to 100 chemicals that can add to...
Super Natural Home with Beth Greer Part IV
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Kitchen toxins, especially Teflon, are very toxic. Stainless steel is probably the best to avoid toxin production. Hydrogen peroxide and vinegar are a great combination to sterilize cutting boards and other kitchen surfaces. Baking soda is a great kitchen cleansing agent. Lead in dishware is a concern because it is often in the glaze, especially in products made...
Supplementing for Low Vitamin D Reverses Heart Disease
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Supplementing with vitamin D in people with low levels lowers the risk of dying from any cause by 60% according to an article in the November 7, 2011 issue of the American Journal of Cardiology looking at 10,000 people. This is a landmark study documenting that elevating low levels of vitamin D makes a profound difference in mortality.
Low levels...
Supplements For Cancer with Donald Abrams, MD
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Oncologists are unfamiliar with supplements and usually discourage their use. Supporting the strength of the body with omega 3 fats, vitamin D3, and calcium are good preventatives as are medicinal mushrooms.
Supplements for Ulcerative Colitis
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
There are many safe alternatives to mainstream drug therapies that are safe, effective, and economical. We review these approaches. They can be safely incorporated into highly effective blended treatment strategies.
Supporting People at the End of Life
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Dealing with death and dying is a very important issue. For some this is
an overwhelming problem and for others it can be a time to make peace
with what is happening. We need to come to terms with our situation and
make important decisions about how we're going to deal with many
challenging issues. Dying people need help with psychospiritual issues as...
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