Posts Tagged ‘osteoporosis’

• How Water Can Affect Cholesterol And Heart?

  Date: 2007.11.14 | Category: Heart Tips | Response: 0

  Water Secrets Exposed

  You will learn the best kept secrets in America… “The drinking water worries…”

  So… what kind water is best for your heart? Animal studies have suggested that Chlorine and Fluoride ingestion alters the bodies handling of Cholesterol and Fats. Fluoride is classified at once as a DRUG and as a POISON.

  In our polluted environment, water is not the answer for our mineral supply so, I sincerely hope you’ll take this opportunity to allow me to introduce you to this astonishing special report about water safety, life-preserving and life-enhancing facts.

  This is an invaluable source of information that will help you ensure that your future will be as healthy and plaque free as possible.

  What I propose to do for you involves no risk whatsoever on your part. So, please read carefully and remember… There is a serious lag between when people consume toxic chemicals in their drinking water and when they might ultimately develop symptoms.

  City DRINKING WATER IS NOT SAFE

  You can induce Longevity and good health by drinking quality distilled water…

  SELF-MADE PURE WATER VERSUS BOTTLED WATER AND VERSUS FILTERED WATER

  According to the bottled water report by the U.S. Environmental Agency… “plastic bottles arrive at the plant in cardboard cartons and are shipped without caps… thus the interiors are exposed to airborne contamination and the presence of foreign matter. Glass bottles are usually washed with a hot caustic solution but… the temperature and strength of the solution is below the safety level.”

  Are you drinking bottled water?
  Are you drinking filtered water?

  We are over 70% Pure Distilled Water!

  I will give you the opportunity to explode your knowledge about drinking water so you will make wise choices when shopping, cooking and dinning out. I provide you with a tool and it is up to you what to do with it.

  Sceptical? I don’t blame you. Right now we ALL are exposed to petrifying chemicals in drinking water. The only difference is the amount depending on the area where you live.

  How Water can affect Cholesterol and Heart?

  LEAD

  Alarming, 20% the nation’s lead exposure is due to drinking water.

  3-4 million children nationwide have unacceptable lead level in their blood. “One in 6 people drink water with an excessive amount of lead, a heavy metal that impairs children IQ and attention span.” What if your house was build prior to 1988?

  FLUORIDE

  Fluoride is an industrial waste product! Due to fluoride exposure, fluoride concentrations are noticeable in:

  Brain
  Kidney
  Liver
  Lung
  Spleen
  Pancreas
  Thyroid
  Fluoride doesn’t reduce tooth decay!

  It is a well-known fact for decades! Anyone who drinks fluoridated water can be exposed to develop osteoporosis and bone fragility.

  FACT

  Fluoride is classified at once as a DRUG and as a POISON!

  According to Dean Burk, Chief Chemist Emeritus, U.S. National Cancer Institute: “In point of fact, fluoride causes more human cancer death, and causes it faster, than any other chemical.”

  “This means that 30,000 to 50,000 deaths each year from various cause may now be attributable to fluoridation. This total includes the 10,000 to 20,000 deaths attributable to fluoride induced cancer each year.”

  Fluoride ATTACKS ALL VITAL ORGANS!

  The DEVASTATING conclusion by Dr. J. Yiamouyiannis

  “Everyone being exposed to the level of fluoride found in the drinking water, or who, in any other way increase their fluoride intake, is being chronically poisoned.

  Recurrent ‘upset stomachs, arthritis, skin problems, weakness, etc. are diseases which people begin to accept as normal. As these diseases become more severe, they are attributed to old age.”

  The good news is… most of fluoride you ingest can be removed from your diet.

  CHLORINATION IN DRINKING WATER IS DEADLY

  Immune system is damaged as a result of fluoridation and chlorinating. According to a June Report by the General Accounting Office, and… according to Food Science, from August 15, 1992 water utilities often fail to notify customers when temporary problems arise in the quality of drinking water.

  CHEMICALS in drinking water are menacing your health.
  It is never too late to start drink quality pure water. I guarantee you will feel the difference. There are shocking illnesses resulting from the nitrates, heavy metals and pesticides that became the pollutant of your drinking water.

  Know this: Food and Drug Administration regulations apply only to bottled water, which is transported across state lines. Today, legally accepted source of bottled water is wells, springs and public tap water.

  Are you sure the water you are drinking is safe?

  Water is the biggest carrier of diseases. There is no need for you to go on and cripple your health any longer…
  Bo Jeune-Fille

  About the Author

  Freelance writer from Europe: Bo Jeune-Fille. Background: Alternative Medicine and Biochemistry. For more tips on Self-Healing visit: http://www.best-lowering-cholesterol-links.com Ask@best-lowering-cholesterol-links.com

  Written By: Bo Jeune-Fille

• Exercise and Heart Health a Life Giving Marriage

  Date: 2007.10.20 | Category: Heart Tips | Response: 0

  Most people get their health out of a bottle these days, be it a bottle of vitamins or pharmaceuticals. However, with a little effort and dedication you really can get a hold on your life, turn it round and live it to the full!

  If you’ve been diagnosed with heart disease or are at risk of developing heart disease regular exercise is essential for the health of your heart, body and mind. In fact, aerobic exercise and heart health really do go hand in hand.

  With busy lifestyles and lack of time, regular use of home equipment, such as a treadmill, an elliptical trainer, a stationary cycle, a stair-climber, etc. is becoming increasingly popular. These items are now precision health giving apparatus that really can help get you in shape. Gyms are also getting more and more members, but often people slack off because of time restraints. If this is you, working out at home may be the answer for you

  However, before jumping into your gym shoes talk to your doctor about your desires and objectives. Your doctor may be able to give you some useful insights you didnt consider as well as coaching from a medical point of view. If your doctor gives you the OK, try to work some exercise into your daily routine. The American Heart Association (AHA) suggests, for example, that patients start by walking five minutes a day, then increasing gradually to 30 minutes over several weeks. Walking is a wonderful way to start, as it is low impact, you need no special equipment, and it costs nothing. Swimming may be another good choice. This type of exercise is called aerobic training that involves large muscle groups, such as the legs, and keeps your heart rate pumping for a set amount of time. Unless there are deformities of the heart muscle, aerobics and heart health are often found together and not only does the heart benefit, there are other advantages too.

  Aerobic Exercising and Heart Health

  As you can see, take it slow initially; its really not necessary to sign up at the local gym or aerobic class. Although, after some time you might want to do just that.

  Depending on where you live walking or swimming may not be an option. In such cases, you may like to consider a piece of home aerobic equipment such as a treadmill, stationary cycle or elliptical trainer. However, before purchasing a home trainer consider whether you will really use it. If the answer is yes, best get the best home aerobic equipment you can afford. Your heart will thank you.

  Lack of exercise and heart disease

  The American Heart Association has now added “lack of exercise” to the list of major risk factors for heart disease. The other risk factors are smoking, high blood pressure, and high blood cholesterol.

  Exercise not only helps fight heart disease and gets you in shape, but if you live a sedentary lifestyle, a regular exercise routine can also:

  help control high blood pressure,

  reduce the risks of type II diabetes,

  help prevent osteoporosis,

  improve your general wellbeing and help fight depression, anxiety and stress,

  greatly help to lose weight

  Those are just some of the benefits of doing regular exercise. I wanted to make a list of some of the disadvantages, but I cant think of any!

  In an ideal world, in order to get the best results possible you should exercise three to five times a week for 30-60 minutes within your target heart rate. But even normal day to day events, such as taking the stairs instead of the lift, walking to work, walking the dog, or gardening can help. You can do many things to increase physical activity during the day; just try thinking about what you can do. The benefits are well worth the effort.

  Another thing that has proven to be effective is cross training. In cross training you participate in 2 or more different types of exercise during the week, for instance: Monday walking, Tuesday treadmill, Wednesday swimming, Thursday elliptical training, etc. You may also like to insert some strengthening exercises too, such as weight lifting.

  Not only will cross training help to tone your whole body, it will help stop boredom setting in. Many people stop training not because they dont have the time (thats the reason they dont start), but because they get bored. If you can arrange a routine where you do something different each day, it is going to be difficult to get bored.

  So, talk with your doctor and start now! Once you notice the result, nothing will stop you. Youll loose weight, be more toned and fit, will have a sharper outlook on life and, oh yes I almost forgot, youll live longer!

  About The Author

  Nicholas Webb, of AllAbout Heart Disease, speaks and writes with a passion telling it is as it is; helping others to live life to the full. This article is extracted from his newsletter The Webs Heart.

  To subscribe, or read other articles visit The Webs Heart To learn more about how to beat heart disease and get into shape visit: www.AllAbout-Heart-Disease.com.

  Written By: Nicholas Webb

• Acai Berry Making for a Healthy Heart

  Date: 2007.09.10 | Category: Heart Tips | Response: 0

  Acai is a new fruit from Brazil that offers vital nutritional benefits for people over 40 years of age. The Acai contains 33 times the cholesterol fighting anthocyanin than a glass of red wine, a Daily Value (DVS) of calcium, twice the DVS at the antioxidant ‘Vitamin E and a substantial amount of dietary fiber (2)

  Cardiovascular Maintenance, Anthocyanins are cholesterol regulating compounds with well researched data (indicating their value in Cardiovascular support Elevated blood cholesterol is one of the major modifiable risk factors for coronary heart disease (5) and the leading cause of death in the US The fact is that 490,000 Americans die of Coronary Heart Diseases each year (3) with cost of over $60 billion annually in medical expenses and lost productivity ( 4) Therefore, regulating and reducing cholesterol through dietary means can contribute to prolonging life and reducing medical expenses.

  Low cholesterol foods and exercise are only a part of the natural program to prevent and mitigate cardiovascular diseases. The consumption of foods rich in compounds that reduce cholesterol, reduce blood pressure and carry antioxidant protection completes the program. Acai is an excellent example of such a functional food that is now accessible to food, beverage and supplement markets in an economical and convenient form.

  Calcium rich Acai also provides several cardiovascular health benefits. According to a research summary by the Just-Food.com editorial team. More than maintaining skeletal strength and reducing the impact of osteoporosis, studies have shown that people who suffer from high blood pressure often also have diets low in calcium, When calcium is added to their diet, blood pressure drops. Some research also suggest that calcium may help reduce LDL cholesterol levels. Also the lower risk of stroke, found in a study of 86,000 women, was attributed to calcium. Diets rich in calcium have also been linked to reduced occurrences of colon and breast cancer in various laboratory studies.

  The generous amount of Vitamin E in Acai, twice the D.V., (Daily Value), is essential for regeneration of damaged tissue and as a protective antioxidant. Cancer prevention and Intestinal function: “Acai” high fiber content is very favorable to the consumers proper intestinal function, ” reports Dr. Herve Rogez , “Fiber accelerates the intestinal processes and has a very important role in avoiding colon cancer, The D.V. is 35g of fibers/adult a day, Acai consumers reach this dose very easily,” (2)

  References (1)Claire Madden, VP Marketing at MarketResearch.com, (2) “Biochemical and Technical Studies on Acai” by Dr. Herve Rogez 2, Sofia Pascal 2, Jesus N.S. de Souza, Arlete R. Aquino & Raphaele Buxant Dept.. de Engenharia Quimica – Centro Tecnologico, Diaouiweir ria I niinnin, Beligica) (3) National Contor for Health Statictice. Annual summary of births, marriages, divorces, and deaths United States, 1993, Monthly vital statistics report-, vol 42 no 13. Hyattsville, MD: Public Health Service, 1594. (4) American Heart Association. Heart and stroke facts 1995 statistical supplement. Dallas, TX: American Heart Association, 1994, (5) National Cholesterol Education Program. Second report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults Adult Treatment Panel II). BeM6sda National Heart, Lung

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• Women and heart disease

  Date: 2007.09.05 | Category: Heart Tips | Response: 0

  How do you start to transform the long ingrained opinions that heart disease affects primarily men? Most people are surprised when told that not only is heart disease the #1 killer of women, but that more women die from heart disease than breast cancer. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 500,000 women die each year from heart disease.1 And although today’s advances in cardiology are many, 38% of women will die within one year of a first heart attack. Clearly, we can and should do a better job at treating women with heart disease. These facts haven’t gone unrecognized by the healthcare community, who produces a wealth of educational literature, websites, and symposiums focusing on women’s heart care. Additionally, new and established heart centers are beginning to concentrate on cardiac issues specific to the care of women. These efforts do demonstrate favorable steps for progress, but more is needed to reduce the alarmingly high mortality rate. Recent research reveals a disparity between the cardiac treatments given to females vs. males. The dramatic improvements in pharmaceuticals, time to treatment, interventional cardiac catheterization, and cardiovascular surgery aren’t consistently applied to both genders. Resolving inequities The following organizational steps can be useful in resolving cardiac care inequities: ? Begin at the organizational level by providing educational programs to your nursing staff and physicians with topics such as: –the prevalence of heart disease among women –identification of cardiac symptoms in women –primary prevention methods This fundamental intervention that is a vital foundation to affect a change in medical practice that can save women’s lives. ? Formulate a community awareness program to address issues on the following: –risk factor identification specific to women –risk factor reduction methods specific to women –identification of cardiac signs and symptoms specific to women –discussion topics with your physician –cardiac screenings. Hospitals offering these programs report capacity attendances and waiting lists for sessions, supporting evidence that there’s need and interest. The programs serve two objectives: providing a needed educational opportunity for the women in your community and showcasing your cardiac services. Developing a program Since cardiac disease is a chronic condition, a disease management model proves suitable. Develop organizational strategic initiatives to provide continuous services that will significantly impact this condition. (See “Sample outline.”) Trendsetter programs are paving the path for others to follow by providing proof of the clinical and financial benefits to offering a cardiac program specific to women. Research on the profitability of women’s cardiac programs demonstrates a favorable bottom-line impact. Additional non-cardiac diagnostic testing is reported to increase as a result of these programs. This research provides the evidence of the value of directing organizational efforts toward provision of women’s cardiac services.3 For many years it has been known that women are the primary decision makers in healthcare. Hospitals have responded to this by developing women’s health centers that address OB/Gyn needs, screening for osteoporosis, and breast care. These programs were developed to meet what was considered to be the most pressing health issues for women, but by continuing to offer only these services they fail to address heart disease. Seize the opportunity to become a “full service” women’s health program by providing women’s cardiac services. REFERENCES 1. American Heart Association: Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics-2003 Update. Dallas, Tex.: American Heart Association, 2002. 2. Heartwire: Women with heart disease are “substantially undertreated,” Theheart.org; Jan. 20, 2003. 3. The Advisory Board Company: Cardiovascular Roundtable. Enterprise in Transition, National Membership Meeting, Washington, D.C., 2002.

  About the Author

  Cynthia Havrilak has frontline experience in the initiation and management of medical cardiac programs. Her health care background includes clinical experience in medical intensive care, cardiovascular surgical care, and peripheral vascular angioplasty.

  Cynthia Havrilak is a senior consultant for Health Care Visions, Ltd., Pittsburgh, PA. (412) 364-3770 orwww.hcvconsult.com

  Written By: CYNTHIA J. HAVRILAK, RN, MSN