Weight Watchers is a diet that has been around for 30 years. It is more of a lifestyle than a diet and offers lots of support to anyone trying to lose weight or improve their fitness
This is about a month old study but I thought that it would be a good idea to give out this info on a study that had to conclude that fasting seems to lower the chance of heart attacks in people that fast one day a month. The anti-fasting people will not like this and I can not seem to fast for any length of time but this study was not looking for this result as some studies seem to do but instead just concluded that this was the only possible result to their study.
Mormons and heart disease
Mormons have less heart disease something doctors have long chalked up to their religion’s ban on smoking. New research suggests that another of their “clean living” habits also may be helping their hearts: fasting for one day each month.
A study in Utah, where the Mormons are is based, found that people who skipped meals once a month were about 40 percent less likely to be diagnosed with clogged arteries than those who did not regularly fast.
Fasting and improved health
People did not have to “get religion” to benefit: non-Mormons who regularly took breaks from food also were less likely to have clogged arteries, scientists found.
They concede that their study is far from proof that periodic fasting is good for anyone, but said the benefit they observed poses a theory that deserves further testing.
“It might suggest these are people who just control eating habits better,” and that this discipline extends to other areas of their lives that improves their health, said Benjamin Horne, a heart disease researcher from Intermountain Medical Center and the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.
In the 1970s, scientists recognized that Mormons in Utah are less likely to die of heart disease than other Americans.
Their prohibition against tobacco is usually credited for the health benefit, Horne says, but the new study shows fasting plays a role, too.
Or fasting itself may lower the risk of heart disease through some undiscovered biological mechanism, he says.
Fasting May Not Be Right for Everyone
AHA past president Sidney Smith, MD, a heart doctor at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, says he would be very reluctant to make sweeping recommendations about the benefits of fasting without more information about the dietary practices of the people studied.
“It’s not clear how other populations [that don’t follow the same strict practices as Mormons with regard to eating, smoking, and drinking] would handle fasting. It could even be harmful,” Smith tells WebMD.
The best prescription for reducing your risk of heart disease, he says, is to exercise, eat right, and avoid smoking.
Earlier this year there were some stories around about fears that Prilosec and Nexium may not be quite as healthy as they should be for people taking them for dealing with acid reflux disease and that they increased heart attack risk. The FDA is now saying that there are no increased risk of heart attacks with these drugs in the long term
Long-term use of Prilosec (omerprazole) and Nexium (esomeprazole) is not likely to be associated with an increased risk of heart problems.
FDA has completed a comprehensive, scientific review of known safety data for both drugs, which are used to treat the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid. While long-term studies reported to the agency on May 29, 2007, collected safety data, the study protocols did not specify how heart problems, such as heart attacks, were defined or verified. As a result, evaluating the information that was gathered about the safety of both drugs in these studies was challenging.
FDA’s assessment of the information from the data gathered was further supported by an additional analysis of 14 comparative studies of Prilosec, four of which were placebo-controlled (an inactive substance was used). Although these studies were not specifically conducted to assess the risk of heart problems, and patient follow-up was incomplete, they do not suggest an increased risk of heart problems with the use of Prilosec or its newer formulation Nexium.
Based on everything now known at the agency, the reported difference in the frequency of heart attacks and other heart-related problems seen in the earlier analyses of two small long-term studies does not indicate the presence of a true effect. This represents the agency’s current analysis of available data on these medications.
FDA recommends that health care providers continue to prescribe–and patients continue to use–Prilosec and Nexium as described in the labeling for the two drugs.
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Thyroid Storm is a severe condition which affects only a small percentage of people with hyperthyroidism but there are Natural thyroid storm treatments.
In fact, only about 1 to 2% of people with hyperthyroidism develop thyroid storm. However, for those people who do develop this condition, this is considered an emergency situation that requires immediate intervention.
One can understand the reasoning behind this by looking at the symptoms of thyroid storm.
People with this condition are likely to experience an increased heart rate which exceeds 200 beats per minute, along with palpitations, increased blood pressure, chest pain, and/or shortness of breath.
So while I’m an advocate of treating conditions through holistic methods, the first thing someone needs to do with this condition is to go to the emergency room and receive medical intervention to manage the symptoms.
Once the symptoms are under control, one can then begin a natural thyroid treatment protocol to help restore the person’s health back to normal, which I’ll discuss shortly.
How Are The Symptoms Of Thyroid Storm Managed?
Natural thyroid storm treatments
Because the symptoms of thyroid storm are severe, frequently a combination of different drugs are used. This can include anti-thyroid drugs, beta blockers, and/or a blockade iodine drug. If an infection is contributing to thyroid storm, then this will need to be addressed as well.
Once again, it is not advised to use nutritional supplements or herbal remedies to treat this condition.
While there are some effective supplements and herbs to help with hyperthyroidism, they will take some time to “kick in”.
When someone has thyroid storm, they need to have the symptoms under control quickly, as if someone has a pulse rate of 200 beats a minute, this is a life-threatening situation and needs to be addressed right away. And most herbs won’t act quick enough to manage the symptoms.
Natural Thyroid Storm Treatment Methods
Once you have successfully managed the symptoms of thyroid storm, you can then begin a Natural thyroid storm treatments protocol to help restore your health back to normal.
So for those who have been told that there is no cure for hyperthyroidism or Graves’ Disease, and have been advised to either take anti-thyroid drugs or receive radioactive iodine treatment, you might want to consult with a natural endocrine doctor.
The problem is that most endocrinologists and other types of medical doctors don’t know how to do anything other than prescribe drugs, perform surgery, etc.
Don’t get me wrong, as not everyone with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease can be cured, and sometimes drugs and other medical procedures are necessary.
I without question was skeptical when I was first diagnosed with Graves’ Disease. Even though I’m a holistic practitioner, I still was concerned as to whether Natural thyroid storm treatments would work.
All I know is that at the time I wanted to do everything I could to avoid receiving radioactive iodine therapy, and fortunately everything worked out well. However, I’d be lying if I told you if it was an easy process, as it did take some time to restore my health back to normal, and so anyone looking for a quick and easy cure will be very disappointed.
Natural Thyroid Storm Treatments
Natural thyroid storm treatments methods are effective because they try to get to the actual cause of the disorder, rather than just manage the symptoms.
On the other hand, conventional medical treatment methods for hyperthyroidism aim at controlling the symptoms. For example, when I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism by my primary care physician, I was prescribed a beta blocker to help with the increased heart rate and palpitations I was experiencing.
Then I went to see an endocrinologist, where I was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease and then was told by her to take anti-thyroid drugs and a beta blocker.
I personally didn’t take any anti-thyroid medication or beta blockers, but I’m sure if I followed her full recommendations I eventually would have been on the path to receiving radioactive iodine therapy.
What’s important to understand is that in most cases of thyroid storm, hyperthyroidism, and Graves’ Disease, the thyroid gland itself isn’t the actual cause of the problem.
Another area of the body is almost always responsible for the hyperthyroid condition. For example, in Graves’ Disease, the immune system is obviously compromised, yet no attempt is made to eliminate the autoimmune response.
But even in cases when someone isn’t afflicted with an autoimmune thyroid condition, the thyroid gland itself is rarely the cause of the problem.
Seeking The Advice For Natural Treatments for Thyroid Storm
If you are interested in using Natural thyroid storm treatments methods to help restore your health back to normal, the first thing I recommend is to speak with a competent holistic doctor who focuses on endocrine disorders.
This way you can find out if you’re a good candidate for care, and if so, the doctor will then recommend a natural thyroid treatment protocol.
Before doing this they most likely will recommend one or more additional tests in addition to the thyroid blood tests you probably have already received. For example, if they suspect a problem with your adrenal glands, they probably will recommend an Adrenal Stress Index test.
If they think you might have a hormone imbalance, then they might recommend a male or female hormone panel. Or they might test you for certain nutritional deficiencies.
Once they have determined the actual cause of your thyroid condition, they once again will recommend a Natural thyroid storm treatments protocol which potentially can restore your health back to normal.
As I mentioned earlier, such a protocol isn’t easy to follow, as it most likely will involve some extreme changes in your lifestyle, including eating well, getting sufficient sleep, doing a better job of managing stress, etc.
You most likely will also be advised to take certain nutritional supplements and/or herbs. And while it does take a good amount of time to restore someone’s health back to normal, the good news is that in most cases it doesn’t take long to see some positive changes.
When I began my natural thyroid treatment protocol I began seeing some really positive changes in my symptoms after only a few weeks of care, although it took a number of months before my lab results normalized.
Don’t use Natural thyroid storm treatments in an emergency!
In summary, if you have thyroid storm, you need to go to the emergency room and get this treated immediately. Using Natural thyroid storm treatments methods in this case is not a good idea.
On the other hand, once you have the hyperthyroid symptoms under control, following a natural thyroid treatment protocol can potentially restore your health back to normal.
At this point it’s a good idea to seek the advice of a competent natural endocrine doctor to find out if you’re a good candidate so you can begin the road to recovery.
Dr. Eric Osansky is a licensed doctor who used natural thyroid storm treatments methods to cure his condition when he was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease.
For more information on how to use Natural Graves’ Disease Treatment methods to restore your health back to normal, including a free 46-page guide on how to use natural treatment methods to restore your health back to normal, please visit his website at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com.
Do you have problems that you think that natural thyroid storm treatments could help?
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Thyroid Storm is a severe condition which affects only a small percentage of people with hyperthyroidism but there are Natural thyroid storm treatments.
In fact, only about 1 to 2% of people with hyperthyroidism develop thyroid storm. However, for those people who do develop this condition, this is considered an emergency situation that requires immediate intervention.
One can understand the reasoning behind this by looking at the symptoms of thyroid storm.
People with this condition are likely to experience an increased heart rate which exceeds 200 beats per minute, along with palpitations, increased blood pressure, chest pain, and/or shortness of breath.
So while I’m an advocate of treating conditions through holistic methods, the first thing someone needs to do with this condition is to go to the emergency room and receive medical intervention to manage the symptoms.
Once the symptoms are under control, one can then begin a natural thyroid treatment protocol to help restore the person’s health back to normal, which I’ll discuss shortly.
How Are The Symptoms Of Thyroid Storm Managed?
Natural thyroid storm treatments
Because the symptoms of thyroid storm are severe, frequently a combination of different drugs are used. This can include anti-thyroid drugs, beta blockers, and/or a blockade iodine drug. If an infection is contributing to thyroid storm, then this will need to be addressed as well.
Once again, it is not advised to use nutritional supplements or herbal remedies to treat this condition.
While there are some effective supplements and herbs to help with hyperthyroidism, they will take some time to “kick in”.
When someone has thyroid storm, they need to have the symptoms under control quickly, as if someone has a pulse rate of 200 beats a minute, this is a life-threatening situation and needs to be addressed right away. And most herbs won’t act quick enough to manage the symptoms.
Natural Thyroid Storm Treatment Methods
Once you have successfully managed the symptoms of thyroid storm, you can then begin a Natural thyroid storm treatments protocol to help restore your health back to normal.
So for those who have been told that there is no cure for hyperthyroidism or Graves’ Disease, and have been advised to either take anti-thyroid drugs or receive radioactive iodine treatment, you might want to consult with a natural endocrine doctor.
The problem is that most endocrinologists and other types of medical doctors don’t know how to do anything other than prescribe drugs, perform surgery, etc.
Don’t get me wrong, as not everyone with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease can be cured, and sometimes drugs and other medical procedures are necessary.
I without question was skeptical when I was first diagnosed with Graves’ Disease. Even though I’m a holistic practitioner, I still was concerned as to whether Natural thyroid storm treatments would work.
All I know is that at the time I wanted to do everything I could to avoid receiving radioactive iodine therapy, and fortunately everything worked out well. However, I’d be lying if I told you if it was an easy process, as it did take some time to restore my health back to normal, and so anyone looking for a quick and easy cure will be very disappointed.
Natural Thyroid Storm Treatments
Natural thyroid storm treatments methods are effective because they try to get to the actual cause of the disorder, rather than just manage the symptoms.
On the other hand, conventional medical treatment methods for hyperthyroidism aim at controlling the symptoms. For example, when I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism by my primary care physician, I was prescribed a beta blocker to help with the increased heart rate and palpitations I was experiencing.
Then I went to see an endocrinologist, where I was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease and then was told by her to take anti-thyroid drugs and a beta blocker.
I personally didn’t take any anti-thyroid medication or beta blockers, but I’m sure if I followed her full recommendations I eventually would have been on the path to receiving radioactive iodine therapy.
What’s important to understand is that in most cases of thyroid storm, hyperthyroidism, and Graves’ Disease, the thyroid gland itself isn’t the actual cause of the problem.
Another area of the body is almost always responsible for the hyperthyroid condition. For example, in Graves’ Disease, the immune system is obviously compromised, yet no attempt is made to eliminate the autoimmune response.
But even in cases when someone isn’t afflicted with an autoimmune thyroid condition, the thyroid gland itself is rarely the cause of the problem.
Seeking The Advice For Natural Treatments for Thyroid Storm
If you are interested in using Natural thyroid storm treatments methods to help restore your health back to normal, the first thing I recommend is to speak with a competent holistic doctor who focuses on endocrine disorders.
This way you can find out if you’re a good candidate for care, and if so, the doctor will then recommend a natural thyroid treatment protocol.
Before doing this they most likely will recommend one or more additional tests in addition to the thyroid blood tests you probably have already received. For example, if they suspect a problem with your adrenal glands, they probably will recommend an Adrenal Stress Index test.
If they think you might have a hormone imbalance, then they might recommend a male or female hormone panel. Or they might test you for certain nutritional deficiencies.
Once they have determined the actual cause of your thyroid condition, they once again will recommend a Natural thyroid storm treatments protocol which potentially can restore your health back to normal.
As I mentioned earlier, such a protocol isn’t easy to follow, as it most likely will involve some extreme changes in your lifestyle, including eating well, getting sufficient sleep, doing a better job of managing stress, etc.
You most likely will also be advised to take certain nutritional supplements and/or herbs. And while it does take a good amount of time to restore someone’s health back to normal, the good news is that in most cases it doesn’t take long to see some positive changes.
When I began my natural thyroid treatment protocol I began seeing some really positive changes in my symptoms after only a few weeks of care, although it took a number of months before my lab results normalized.
Don’t use Natural thyroid storm treatments in an emergency!
In summary, if you have thyroid storm, you need to go to the emergency room and get this treated immediately. Using Natural thyroid storm treatments methods in this case is not a good idea.
On the other hand, once you have the hyperthyroid symptoms under control, following a natural thyroid treatment protocol can potentially restore your health back to normal.
At this point it’s a good idea to seek the advice of a competent natural endocrine doctor to find out if you’re a good candidate so you can begin the road to recovery.
Dr. Eric Osansky is a licensed doctor who used natural thyroid storm treatments methods to cure his condition when he was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease.
For more information on how to use Natural Graves’ Disease Treatment methods to restore your health back to normal, including a free 46-page guide on how to use natural treatment methods to restore your health back to normal, please visit his website at http://ift.tt/1x4BwqE.
Do you have problems that you think that natural thyroid storm treatments could help?
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You know how awful it feels to have the flu. The shivers, the aches, the runny nose… You can minimize the symptoms and drown yourself in drugs, but you can’t really cure the flu.
With all its potency and technology, modern medicine and holistic medicine alike have yet to find a cure for the disease. All they can do is boost your immunity, diminish your symptoms and let your body take care of it.
The flu is caused by a virus named influenza. Viruses are very illusive creatures – they infect your cells and live inside them. They cannot truly be killed because they are not even alive – they can only exist as long as there are cells providing them with means for reproduction.
Instead, your white cells kill any infected cells, thus stopping the virus from reproducing. In the meanwhile, other type of cells produce antibodies that link to the virus and stop it from infecting other cells by blocking essential proteins on its surface. Current drugs do the same as these antibodies.
This defense mechanism is why young people often have worse symptoms. Their immune system is far more active and thus their white cell armies flood the respiratory tract, killing all cells in their path. This can lead to death by pneumonia and drowning, the main cause of death by flu.
How to Fight the Flu
But you don’t need to worry. If you provide your immune system with the nutrients it needs by eating healthily (orange juice, anyone?) and you rest your body you will soon have recovered. Your body has an incredible capacity for healing; you just need to give it a chance.
So don’t panic when you hear that “you can’t cure the flu”. It may be true, but you can help your body destroying it and you can take measures to minimize symptoms.
Okay, so we all want that washboard stomach. However, there is more to abdominal workouts then getting that six-pack. You should be working your abs to improve your health and well-being as well. Doing workouts will lessen the overall size of your abdomen.
It may not remove fat, but it can improve muscle, which in turn will burn fat! Increasing the muscle will speed up a better formation and look to your abs.
The Benefits of Ab Workouts
The abdomen is obviously an important part of the body. It is composed of many muscles and divided into groups. The lower abdomen is actually the hardest area on the body to try and firm up. So concentrating on the lower abdomen is key when working out. Toning your abs takes the right exercises and a lot of discipline.
Working on your abdomen can actually improve your core and back as well. It can make your back stronger and less prone to injury, while improving your posture at the same time. We all have stress in our lives and ab workouts can be beneficial in relieving some of our frustrations.
Stress causes slow digestion and can cause anxiety. Anxiety can also wreak havoc on your immune system and many people end up in the hospital because of it.
Abdominal exercises can actually help with worry and stress.
They can also help in other areas like obesity and heart disease. Okay, so it won’t be easy, but once you get into a routine of exercising your abdominals, you will feel so much better!
When you start to see and feel the changes you will be happy that you took interest in abdominal workouts. You will be drastically lowering the risk of getting diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.
Ab exercises can also improve your digestive tract and help you with any other blockages you may have. If you play on a team or just play sports once in while, ab workouts can improve your athletic abilities. Of course, going to the gym and playing sports can also help tone your abs as well as regular cardio workouts.
If you prefer to work out at home, then there are many options available. The benefits of abdominal workouts are great. If you are thinking about getting into that swimsuit this summer, then you may want to set aside the time to start shrinking your midsection. Not only will you look better, but you will feel better too.
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There have been many claims that taking acai for loss can be a very effective way to shed unwanted pounds. Others have been somewhat skeptical, seeing acai as yet another hyped-up gimmick.
What is the truth? Is it worth your while to try acai for your loss goals?
Acai Berry is a Superfood
First of all, acai is a berry that is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It is sometimes called a superfood because of its nutritional value. So you really can’t go wrong in adding a healthy fruit to your diet. Acai is available as a juice, as frozen berries, as well as in capsules.
Acai berry is also contained in certain blends of juices and nutritional supplements. Unlike many diet pills, acai is at least a natural and healthy food.
Most nutritional experts today recommend consuming more fruits and vegetables, for overall health as well as loss. Acai is one of the healthiest fruits you can take. In addition to its many nutrients, it contains healthy fatty acids and fiber that can help the body burn fat more efficiently. So it is reasonable to conclude that acai can be a healthy and beneficial part of a loss program.
Is Acai Berry Magic? No!
The truth is, acai berries, or any other food or supplement that you can safely consume, is not going to magically make you lose weight. You have to eat a healthy diet, consume fewer calories, and get regular exercise. There are, however, certain foods that can act as helpers or catalysts to help in your overall loss program. Acai is one of these.
One of the keys to using a healthy supplement like acai successfully is to think of it as a food (which it is) rather than a diet pill. This is easier to remember if you are consuming actual berries or drinking it as a juice than if you are taking capsules, but it’s the same principle either way.
The point is, you want to substitute healthy and beneficial foods for less healthy and more fattening ones. So you want to take acai in place of of other things (like junk foods and snacks), not in addition to them. This way you are not only eating healthier, you are reducing your calorie consumption as well.
Taking acai for loss can be part of an effective loss program. Just remember that it has to be combined with an overall change in diet and lifestyle.
