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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...
Stainless Steel, Douching, and Vaginal Infections
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Vaginal infections are caused by bacterial imbalances. Water in stainless steel containers can cure vaginosis! How it works is not known but it is safe and is effective. Probiotics and garlic are touched upon.
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...
Statins
submitted by: admin on 04/12/2015
For primary prevention of heart attacks there's no data showing that there's an increase in survival. And there are many side effects of statins that are problematic such as liver inflammation, peripheral neuropathy, muscle inflammation, type 2 diabetes, kidney failure, global amnesia. Lifestyle is still the major way to stop and reverse heart...
Statins Cause Fatigue
submitted by: admin on 08/23/2016
A study published in Archives of Internal Medicine in June of 2012 showed that people using statins had a much higher incidence of decreased energy and fatigue upon exertion. Forty percent had worsened energy or fatigue with exertion; 20% had both, and 10% were severely effected. Other known side effects of statins include liver disease, muscle pain,...
Statins, Side Effects
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Big pharma is promoting that the use statins far more safe and our MDs have been trained to believe this. There are two types of statins, fat soluble such as Mevacor, Zocor, Lipitor and Lescol and water soluble, such as Pravachol and Crestor. The fat soluble statins must be detoxified in the liver before they become active. Using them with other drugs that need...
Staying Young Forever with Lani Simpson, DC
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Anti-aging strategies and dangers of Premarin, Provera, and Botox are discussed. Big Pharma can sell most anything to both patients and doctors. The Women's Health Initiative Study showed how dangerous HRT is.
Stereo Mammograms
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Taking a double set of mammograms allows radiologists to see the breast in 3D. However, there is twice the radiation and no clear evidence that they do better than digital mammograms. The pros and cons are discussed.
Sticks and Stones Can Break My Bones, but Words...
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
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...
Strategies for Cancer
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Cancer is a terrifying diagnosis and making decisions about what to do is not an easy task. Where can you go to get reliable mainstream and complementary and alternative information. www.cancerdecisions.com and www.peopleagainstcancer.com are good resources. There are two main approaches to deal with cancer. First, kill the cancer; this is the approach...
Stress Reduction During the Holidays with Meir Schneider, PhD
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
The difference between living and being alive is highlighted. Relaxation and being present are prerequisites for being fully alive. Muscle tension leads to rigidity and stress. Muscle relaxation exercises can help us relax and be present.
Stroke is Becoming More Common in Younger People
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
According to an article published in the October issues of the journal, Neurology, stroke is affecting people at a younger age. In 1995 13% of all strokes occurred in people between 20 and 50 years old. That number rose to 19% in 2005.
The reason for this increase in incidence in younger people is that we're seeing conditions such as type 2...
Success in Preventing and Curing Type 2 Diabetes
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
"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...
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 11/22/2024
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...
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.
Supplements: Do Athletes Need Them?
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Anabolic steroids such as testosterone, androstenedione, and growth hormone are now commonplace in professional sports. It is not only bad for health but a poor role model for our kids. The spirit of sport has changed its meaning.
Supporting People at the End of Life
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
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...
Surgery vs Rehabilitation for Back Pain
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
There are few instances when surgery is necessary. However, surgeries can lead to poor outcomes that can lead to severe and permanent disabilities. Rehabilitation should always be the first strategy and there are many modalities that can be used together for better results.
Surgical Menopause May Prime the Brain for Stroke and Alzheimer's Disease
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Women who abruptly and prematurely suffer from estrogen deficiency caused by surgical menopause have a two fold increase in cognitive decline and dementia. This conclusion comes from research published in the March issue of the journal, Brain that was done on rats with surgical menopause, of which some were given no estrogen replacement, some late...
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