Health and Wellness

John Hopkins - on Cancer???

2008-02-21T07:35:00.000-08:00

In Response to "John Hopkins-On Cancer" email being circulated: from John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

January 15, 2008

Email Hoax Regarding Freezing Water Bottles and Microwave Cooking

The Internet is flooded with messages warning against freezing water in plastic bottles or cooking with plastics in the microwave oven. These messages, frequently titled “Johns Hopkins Cancer News” or “Johns Hopkins Cancer Update,” are falsely attributed to Johns Hopkins and we do not endorse their content.

Freezing water does not cause the release of chemicals from plastic bottles.

In general, it is best to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when using any plastic products. When cooking with plastics, only use those plastic containers, wraps, bags and utensils for their intended purposes.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) has some helpful guidelines for cooking with plastics in microwave ovens.

Response from Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center regarding similar cancer-related hoax emails

Addition information about dioxins and water bottles

Here's the email I received:

AFTER YEARS OF TELLING PEOPLE CHEMOTHERAPY IS THE ONLY WAY TO TRY ("TRY, BEING THE KEY WORD) TO ELIMINATE CANCER, JOHNS HOPKINS IS FINALLY STARTING TO TELL YOU THERE IS AN ALTERNATIVE WAY.

Cancer Update from Johns Hopkins:

1. Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have multiplied to a few billion. When doctors tell cancer patients that there are no more cancer cells in their bodies after treatment, it just means the tests are unable to detect the cancer cells because they have not reached the detectable size.

2. Cancer cells occur between 6 to more than 10 times in a person's lifetime.

3. When the person's immune system is strong the cancer cells will be destroyed and prevented from multiplying and forming tumors.

4. When a person has cancer it indicates the person has multiple nutritional deficiencies. These could be due to genetic, environmental, food and lifestyle factors.

5. To overcome the multiple nutritional deficiencies, changing diet and including supplements will strengthen the immune system.

6. Chemotherapy involves poisoning the rapidly-growing cancer cells and also destroys rapidly-growing healthy cells in the bone marrow, gastrointestinal tract etc, and can cause organ damage, like liver, kidneys, heart, lungs etc.

7. Radiation while destroying cancer cells also burns, scars and damages healthy cells, tissues and organs.

8. Initial treatment with chemotherapy and radiation will often reduce tumor size. However prolonged use of chemotherapy and radiation do not result in more tumor destruction.

9. When the body has too much toxic burden from chemotherapy and radiation the immune system is either compromised or destroyed, hence the person can succumb to various kinds of infections and complications.

10. Chemotherapy and radiation can cause cancer cells to mutate and become resistant and difficult to destroy. Surgery can also cause cancer cells to spread to other sites.

11. An effective way to battle cancer is to starve the cancer cells by not feeding it with the foods it needs to multiply.

CANCER CELLS FEED ON:

a. Sugar is a cancer-feeder. By cutting off sugar it cuts off one important food supply to the cancer cells. Sugar substitutes like NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonful, etc. are made with Aspartame and it is harmful. A better natural substitute would be Manuka honey or molasses but only in very small amounts. Table salt has a chemical added to make it white in colour. Better alternative is Bragg's aminos or sea salt.

b. Milk causes the body to produce mucus, especially in the gastro-intestinal tract. Cancer feeds on mucus. By cutting off milk and substituting with unsweetened soy milk cancer cells are being starved.

c. Cancer cells thrive in an acid environment. A meat-based diet is acidic and it is best to eat fish, and a little chicken rather than beef or pork. Meat also contains livestock antibiotics, growth hormones and parasites, which are all harmful, especially to people with cancer.

d. A diet made of 80% fresh vegetables and juice, whole grains, seeds, nuts and a little fruits help put the body into an alkaline environment. About 20% can be from cooked food including beans. Fresh vegetable juices provide live enzymes that are easily absorbed and reach down to cellular levels within 15 minutes to nourish and enhance growth of healthy cells. To obtain live enzymes for building healthy
cells try and drink fresh vegetable juice (most vegetables including bean sprouts) and eat some raw vegetables 2 or 3 times a day. Enzymes are destroyed at temperatures of 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).

e. Avoid coffee, tea, and chocolate, which have high caffeine. Green tea is a better alternative and has cancer fighting properties. Water-best to drink purified water, or filtered, to avoid known toxins and heavy metals in tap water. Distilled water is acidic, avoid it.

12. Meat protein is difficult to digest and requires a lot of digestive enzymes. Undigested meat remaining in the intestines become putrified and leads to more toxic buildup.

13. Cancer cell walls have a tough protein covering. By refraining from or eating less meat it frees more enzymes to attack the protein walls of cancer cells and allows the body's killer cells to destroy the cancer cells.

14. Some supplements build up the immune system (IP6, Flor-ssence, Essiac, anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals, EFAs etc.) to enable the body's own killer cells to destroy cancer cells. Other supplements like vitamin E are known to cause apoptosis, or programmed cell death, the body's normal method of disposing of damaged, unwanted, or unneeded cells.

15. Cancer is a disease of the mind, body, and spirit. A proactive
and positive spirit will help the cancer warrior be a survivor. Anger, unforgiveness and bitterness put the body into a stressful and acidic environment. Learn to have a loving and forgiving spirit. Learn to relax and enjoy life.

16. Cancer cells cannot thrive in an oxygenated environment. Exercising daily, and deep breathing help to get more oxygen down to the cellular level. Oxygen therapy is another means employed to destroy cancer cells.

(CANCER UPDATE FROM JOHN HOPKINS HOSPITAL , U S - PLEASE READ

1. No plastic containers in microwave.

2. No water bottles in freezer.

3. No plastic wrap in microwave.

Johns Hopkins has recently sent this out in its newsletters. This information is being circulated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center as well. Dioxin chemicals causes cancer, especially breast cancer. Dioxins are highly poisonous to the cells of our bodies. Don't freeze your plastic bottles with water in them as this releases dioxins from the plastic. Recently, Dr. Edward Fujimoto, Wellness Program Manager at Castle Hospital , was on a TV program to explain this health hazard. He talked about dioxins and how bad they are for us. He said that we should not be hea
ting our food in the microwave using plastic containers. This especially applies to foods that contain fat. He said that the combination of fat, high heat, and plastics releases dioxin into the food and ultimately into the cells of the body. Instead, he recommends using glass, such as Corning Ware, Pyrex or ceramic containers for heating food. You get the same results, only without the dioxin. So such things as TV dinners, instant ramen and soups, etc., should be removed from the container and heated in something else. Paper isn't bad but you don't know what is in the paper. It's just safer to use tempered glass, Corning Ware, etc. He reminded us that a while ago some of the fast food restaurants moved away from the foam containers to paper. The dioxin problem is one of the reasons.

Also, he pointed out that plastic wrap, such as Saran, is just as dangerous when placed over foods to be cooked in the microwave. As the food is nuked, the high heat causes poisonous toxins to actually melt out of the plastic wrap and drip into the food. Cover food with a paper towel instead.

Acai Berries

2008-02-14T10:05:00.000-08:00

I recently watched a segment on Oprah about the benefits of Acai (ah-sah-ee) Berries. Acai berries originate in the Brazilian Rain forest. They are considered a SUPER FOOD and have been called by many as "the Miracle Berry". These little berries, which are about the size of blueberries, are full of antioxidants, amino acids, essential fatty acids such as Omega6 and Omega9, fibers, proteins, and Vitamins B, C & E all of which are vital to the human body. They also contain anthocyanins, this is the same compounds thought to contribute to the great benefits of red wine (Acai berries contain anywhere from 10-30 times more than red wine).

"A Brazilian berry popular in health food contains antioxidants that destroyed cultured human cancer cells in a recent University of Florida study, one of the first to investigate the fruit's purported benefits." -University of Florida News, January 2006. See Article

The Acai Berry boosts energy levels, increases immune system, detoxifies the body, rejuvenates the skin and more. Although I have yet to try these berries, I have read and heard great things about them. Acai Berry information can be found Here!

Asonor®

2008-02-14T08:29:00.000-08:00

A Solution To Snoring: Author David R. Olund

Asonor® was developed during the 1980's by some of the leading companies and scientists in the pharmaceutical industry in Europe.

The goal was to create a product, which would satisfy the need for patients to stop snoring, without side effects of drug interactions. Further, the product needed to be easy to administer and safe for every day use. (Even for pregnant women) The product development was successful and the product, Asonor® proceeded to clinical testing.

Asonor® was tested in comprehensive clinical studies carried out by leading scientists and University Hospitals in London and Copenhagen. Sound testing, blood pressure measurements and the patients own responses showed that 70% of the test subjects either experienced considerably reduced snoring or no snoring at all during the test period.

Of the remaining test group Asonor® had only little or no effect. However responses from this group showed that the product had helped persons who usually suffered from a dry throat during sleep.

Asonor® is in our opinion the best and simplest product used on the market for relief from snoring. Certainly, there are numerous anti-snoring remedies or "cures" on the market. Avery small number can claim the combination of "no known adverse drug interactions" and that they are "safe fore everyday use". Others, such as nose clips, pillows, inner nose appliances and the like, are often reported to be uncomfortable or inconvenient and actually may restrict the patients ability to get a good night's sleep. Large numbers of Asonor® users report they are satisfied with the product and very few have stopped using it. This is evidenced by the extremely high repeat business by retail purchasers and wholesale distributors around the world.

Asonor® is recommended for patients that experience ordinary to heavy snoring. These patients often suffer from tiredness during daytime and/or a dry mucous membrane and high blood pressure.

The patient is typically a male over 35 years of age with an unhealthy lifestyle (stress, smoking, alcohol and unhealthy food). In addition to this we experience that more and more women suffer from snoring.

Asonor® is the alternative to laser treatment and sleeping with devices which are used in the mouth or nose at night time. As mentioned, many of our Asonor® users have complained that these devices are uncomfortable.

In addition to this, there is a certain risk that laser treatment will cause some side effects which cannot be treated.

International research shows that snorers have a decrease in quality of life in the form of risk of cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, stress, decreased sexual function, obstructive sleep apnea, headache and premature death.

Asonor® is distributed Over-the-Counter in the United States exclusively by Asonor Marketing Corporation. Asonor Marketing Corporation is proudly partnered with WebStore by Amazon, and all purchasing, and fulfillment are handled by Amazon, so consumers can purchase the product with complete confidence.

Note: Asonor® is not intended to treat any disease or illness. Asonor® is not intended to be a treatment for Sleep Apnea, a serious medical condition. Persons who suspect the may have Sleep Apnea should immediately consult a qualified physician.

To Visit The Official Website CLICK HERE!

*This article has been submitted by David R Olund*

Panic Away Review

2008-02-11T11:32:00.000-08:00

Author: Joe Barry

Definition: as described in the Wikipedia

"Panic attacks are sudden, discrete periods of intense anxiety, mounting physiological arousal, fear and discomfort that are associated with a variety of somatic and cognitive symptoms. The onset of these episodes is typically abrupt, and may have no obvious triggers. Although these episodes may appear random, they are considered to be a subset of an evolutionary response commonly referred to as fight or flight that occur out of context, flooding the body with hormones (particularly epinephrine (adrenaline)) that aid in defending itself from harm. Experiencing a panic attack is said to be one of the most intensely frightening, upsetting and uncomfortable experiences of a person's life. (Bourne 2005)."

I have heard mainly good things about this ebook. May not work for everyone! But I have yet to find a negative review on Panic Away. Since I have never suffered a panic attack, I will list for your viewing links to reviews on this ebook.

Panic Away Review by Sylvia Dickens

Panic Away Review by Lorraine Roach

Panic Away Review by Davids on Hubpages

To Visit the official website Click Here!

Natural Cure Yeast Infection Review

2008-02-09T14:56:00.000-08:00

Author: Sarah Summer Health Researcher and the Editor of the medical publication, www.The-Web-Doctor.info.

She has discovered this natural remedy for curing yeast infections. Now if you think just because you are a man, you can't get this, YOU ARE WRONG! Anyone can get a yeast infection because it is present in the human body, male or female. 75% of the population, it has been estimated, suffer from some sort of yeast infection at some time in their life.

The best thing about this product, besides the fact that it works, is that it is all natural. You don't have to sacrifice other drug induced side effects just to get rid of a yeast infection. No need to worry about using it for thrush i your little one's mouth.

Here are some facts she discusses in her book:

* Yeast lives in two forms. ROOTS and SPORES. It can cause Chronic Yeast Infection can ruin your health.
* The human body has NO ABILITY to attack and kill the spores.
* There are no drugs YOU CAN TAKE that can KILL THE SPORES, BUT THERE IS AN ALL-NATURAL WAY, the drug companies don't want you to know about.
* Yeast Spores can remain dormant for years....then suddenly FLARE-UP and cause YEAST INFECTION
* Yeast infections will infect 75% of all people at some point.
* Olive leaf extract can kill yeast infection, but what the other web sites don't mention is its TOXICITY to the LIVER.
* Diaper rash often is a symptom of yeast infection.
* Men also get genital yeast infection, and have no symptoms, then pass it on to their sexual partner. Drug companies and other internet sites don't mention this.
* Mouth sores, or a white coating in a baby’s mouth, known as thrush, is a symptom of yeast infection.
* Skin rashes are frequently yeast infections, particularly in skin folds, such as under breasts.
* Painful urination can be a symptom of a yeast infection.

This product offers an 8 Week, Iron Clad 100%, Money-Back Guarantee

To visit the official website CLICK HERE!

Fat Loss 4 Idiots Review

2008-02-05T13:02:00.000-08:00

Author: Unknown

I found this weight loss system quite interesting. One of the things that appealed to me about this book is the amount of freedom you have. It's unlike any other fat loss program where you may have to buy pre-selected diet meals that don't allow for much variety and can easily lessen your wallet size rather than your body size. It even encourages you to eat more than 3 meals a day. So for all of you food lovers out there, this is the book for you.

It talks about how FOOD plays the most important role in your weight loss than anything else. It is even more powerful than any prescription weight loss pills. Why? Because the FOOD that you eat can either make you THIN or FAT. Is it an actual fact or a myth the you get fat because of lack of exercise? They claim that it's a MYTH. "You get FAT because you don't eat the right foods at the right intervals.

Their secret is: CALORIE SHIFTING!
Straight from their website:

The Shifting Calories Theory...

Your metabolism doesn't know how much food you'll eat tomorrow or the next day because those days have not happened yet.

Therefore, your metabolism always burns calories based on your eating habits during the past few days -- because it assumes that you'll continue to eat in the same general way.

Guess what? You're about to shock your metabolism by doing something you've never tried before -- you're going to do the OPPOSITE of what it expects you to do. You're going to NOT continue eating the same types of calories and meals for more than a couple days at a time, and you're going to lose a lot of weight by doing this.

To make this work you need to SHIFT the types of calories eaten as shown in our diet on the next page, and if you do this then your metabolism will burn all of the calories eaten. Then, when it finishes burning those calories it will find the nearest available fat tissue on your body and burn that too...

To view their official website CLICK HERE!

Top Secret Fat Loss Secret Review

2008-01-29T19:18:00.000-08:00

The Author: Dr Suzanne Gudakunst

There's a lot of hype about this product. Why? Because it's unlike most of the other fat loss products on the net. When you first visit her website it's easy to understand why one can become intrigued with this product. I mean, who wouldn't want to know why we may have these plaques and "critters" in our body? And how they affect our overall health?

This book includes some great ways to increase metabolism, a detox diet to cleanse your system of plaques and nasty critters, and other natural ways of losing weight for better health. With lots of research behind her book, Dr. Gudakunst has developed a unique way to weight loss that actually works.

With all the weight loss programs out there, this one competes with not only it's unique content but also it's cost ($37). It's a small price to pay for a product that works.

You can also sign up for her free newsletter full of health and diet tips.

To Visit the Official Website CLICK HERE!.

Health and Wellness Products

2008-01-27T20:30:00.000-08:00

When you do a search on the internet for products or services, usually you find yourself thinking "which one is really gonna work?". It's hard to tell who's giving you the honest facts and who is giving you a bunch of hype about a product that leads to nothing more than an smaller bank account. Here you'll find honest reviews on products for better health and wellness.