Categories
News on Health & Science

High Blood Calcium Tied to Cancer

[amazon_link asins=’1455504181,0996256202,0988710501,061514022X,069200565X,0738213470,B00B73T208,B00E0LIS18,1517287820′ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’c0394b62-4cd3-11e7-8fd9-b5989bf1c6a4′]

Men with elevated levels of calcium in their blood may have a much higher risk of getting fatal prostate cancer, US researchers said .

The findings indicate that a simple blood test may identify men at high risk for the most dangerous prostate tumors, and there already are drugs available that cut calcium levels in the bloodstream, the researchers said.

They tracked 2,814 men in a US government health survey in which they gave blood samples that revealed calcium levels. The men in the top third of blood calcium levels had 2.68 times the risk of developing fatal prostate cancer later in life compared to those in the bottom third, the study found.

“If serum calcium really does increase your risk for fatal prostate cancer, that’s wonderfully exciting because serum calcium levels can be changed,” Gary Schwartz of Wake Forest University School of Medicine, who helped lead the study, said in a telephone interview.

“One way to think of it is to think of the tremendous advances in the control of cardiovascular disease that occur from understanding that things like serum cholesterol predict heart attack,” Schwartz added.

Doctors have struggled to find ways to predict if a man who gets prostate cancer will have a tumor that poses little danger, as is often the case, or one that is a killer.

Blood calcium was not very predictive of whether a man would get nonlethal prostate cancer, but was highly predictive of whether a man would get a fatal case, the researchers wrote in the American Association for Cancer Research‘s journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention. The blood samples on average were given a decade before the cancer appeared, the researchers said.

A COMMON CANCER

Prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in men worldwide, with about 780,000 men diagnosed per year, and the sixth mostly deadly form in men, with about 250,000 deaths per year, the American Cancer Society said.

Schwartz said it is unclear whether it is the actual calcium or blood levels of parathyroid hormone, which is supposed to keep calcium levels at normal levels in the bloodstream, that is raising the risk. Either way, he said there are drugs that can lower them, including Fontus Pharmaceuticals Inc’s Rocaltrol, also called calcitriol; Genzyme Corp’s Hectorol (doxercalciferol); Abbott Laboratories‘ Zemplar (paricalcitol); and Amgen Inc’s Sensipar (cinacalcet).

People treated for high blood calcium usually have chronic kidney disease, which is associated with low vitamin D levels. Low vitamin D levels elevate parathyroid hormone levels, Schwartz said.

Halcyon Skinner of the University of Wisconsin, who also worked on the study, said there is little relationship between calcium in the diet and blood calcium levels, so these men would not benefit from eating less food rich in calcium.

Previous research had suggested a role for calcium in prostate cancer. In laboratory studies, parathyroid hormone and calcium promote the growth of prostate cancer cells.

Sources: The Times Of India

Reblog this post [with Zemanta]
Categories
News on Health & Science

Broccoli Sprouts Curb Bladder Cancer

Broccoli has always been known to fight cancer. Now, a new study has found that eating concentrated extract of freeze dried broccoli sprouts may curb the development of bladder tumours.

.click to see the picture
4-5 days. These healthy sprouts contain a high percentage of sulforaphane, a compound proven to inhibit the development of cancer. Though not bitter, these sprouts do possess “a little zing” that adds flavor to salads.

.Click to see

Dr. Yuesheng Zhang, PhD, lead researcher and professor of oncology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, said the study carried out in an animal model provides strong evidence that eating vegetables is beneficial in bladder cancer prevention.

The team led by Zhang tested the ability of the concentrate to prevent bladder tumours in five groups of rats.

The first was a control group, while the second group was given only the broccoli extract to test for safety. The remaining three groups were given a chemical, N-butyl-N-(4-hydroxybutyl) nitrosamine (BBN) in drinking water, which induces bladder cancer.

Out of the three two were given the broccoli extract in diet, two weeks before the carcinogenic chemical was delivered.

The findings revealed that the control group and the group given only the extract developed no tumours, and there was no toxicity from the extract in the rats.

They found that nearly 96 per cent of animals given only BBN developed an average of almost two tumours each of varying sizes.

And about 74 per cent of animals given a low dose of the extract developed cancer, and the number of tumours per rat was 1.39. The group given the high dose of extract had even fewer tumours.

Though animals that had the most protection against development of bladder cancer were given high doses of the extract, Zhang said humans at increased risk for this cancer likely do not need to eat huge amounts of broccoli sprouts in order to derive protective benefits.

The report will appear in the March 1 issue of Cancer Research , a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

Click to leanr more aboutBROCCOLI: THE CROWN JEWEL OF NUTRITION”.

Sources: The Times Of India

Enhanced by Zemanta
Categories
Ailmemts & Remedies

Female Sterility

[amazon_link asins=’B01GZALWGO,B003PGE98K,B00PF1MRKU,B005P0GTQY,B00H96CHVI,B06XNQQYDS,B00791CQKA,B01N1NUG3B,B01N2LLSWM’ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’8bd0991d-6cea-11e7-9d0a-a70956dd790a’][amazon_link asins=’B005PB8DWQ,B00AFDPDYU,B00A85AIVI,B01GZALWGO,B00WDEAZTW,B0002BD8N8,B01HP1Y3J0,B000703APK,B01721QZO4′ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’5d271974-6cea-11e7-9635-fb26cc8d098b’][amazon_link asins=’B003Q5BTUG,B07122P1WH,B01N9Y1B8A,B0157CTDS0,B072LZXTD8,B01F4IRDPW,B015VXZN02,B00CBY9R6G’ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’e169b042-6ce5-11e7-8eab-f99dc9f02ebe’]

[amazon_link asins=’B01N1XKJA6,B06XJZ3XSY,B00EVLCCX2,B01M8KXXCG,B0199Y43PA,B06XJZ5953,B07285Y6WF,B01N7NFFVX,B000UQRDNG’ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’a0db332e-6ce5-11e7-8542-ab646450037b’]

[amazon_link asins=’0316159212,1452853754,B00MYTS6WO,B00VOFVIYW,B0011UJMBQ,0812215281,B000W964WC,0443055955,1844095088′ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’abb923a6-52a8-11e7-b8a4-81dd5f3a9f05′]

As you know, the union of sperm and ovum and the implantation of the foetus in the wall of the uterus leads to pregnancy. For its proper development, the foetus needs adequate and correct nourishment – provided through the mother’s umbilical chord. The mother therefore should be free from disease during the entire period of pregnancy – through conception and gestation. Sterility in females is thus a result of either the impairment of the ovary, uterus, fallopian tubes, or hormones controlling the functions of these organs as well as diseases suffered by the would-be mother…..CLICK & SEE

Defects in the genital organs may be structural (organic) or functional. To correct the organic defects, surgical measures have to be taken. Functional defects of the organs, termed bandbyatva in Ayurveda and caused by the simultaneous aggravation of all the three doshas, can be successfully treated by Ayurvedic medicines.

Herbal Remedies

Phala ghrita

Very effective in the treatment of this condition. Mixed with milk, it is given to the patient in a dose of two teaspoonfuls twice daily on an empty stomach. Vanga Bhasma is the medicine of choice for the treatment of this condition – given to the patient in a dose of 0.125 gm. twice daily, mixed with honey. Shilajeet is one of the most effective drugs for the cure of sterility. In a dose of one teaspoonful, twice daily.

Bala (Sida cordifolia)

Used both locally and internally. The root of this plant is boiled in oil and milk. It is used with lukewarm water as a douche. Nis brings about a change in the mucous membrane of the genital tract that aids the effective combination of ovum and sperm in the uterus. This medicated oil is also used internally in a dose of one teaspoonful in the morning with a cup of milk.

Banyan Roots :..

The tender roots of the banyan tree are one of the valuable remedies found beneficial in the treatment of female sterility where there are no organic defects or congenital deformities. The roots should be dried in the shade and finely powdered. About 20gms of powder should be mixed with milk, which should be five times the weight of the powder, and taken at night – for three consecutive nights after the monthly periods are over.

 

Jambul Leaves :

An infusion of the fresh tender leaves of the jambul tree is an excellent remedy in such cases. The infusion can be prepared by pouring 250ml of boiling water over 20gms of fresh jambul leaves and allowing it to steep for two hour. The infusion can be taken with either two-teaspoonfuls of honey or 200 ml of buttermilk.

Winter Cherry :…...CLICK & SEE

This herb is another valuable and helpful remedy. The herb should be powdered and six grams of this powder should be taken with one cup of milk for five to six nights after menstruation.

Certain nutrients, especially vitamins C & E and zinc, when supplemented into the diet have been found helpful in some cases of sterility.

Healing Options :

Ayurvedic Supplements: 1. Vita-ex Gold 2.Supari Pak 3. Shilajeet 4. Sundari Kalp Forte

Diet: Alkaline and pungent food should not be taken by person suffering from sterility. They should be given fruits and sweet things in large quantity.

Lifestyle : The bowels should be cleansed by a warm-water enema during the period of fasting and afterwards when necessary. Excessive fat often results in sterility. In such cases weight should be reduced of diet and through exercise.

Yoga : Cobra (Bhujanga Asana) 2.Vajrasana

Home Remedies

Infertility Secrets

Natural advice to cure Female Sterility

Herbal remedy

Disclaimer: This information is not meant to be a substitute for professional medical advise or help. It is always best to consult with a Physician about serious health concerns. This information is in no way intended to diagnose or prescribe remedies.

Source:Allayurveda.com

Enhanced by Zemanta
Categories
News on Health & Science

Sunshine Vitamin Repairs Your Skin

[amazon_link asins=’B00IDWP4IA,B01G6SAJO6′ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’c967d22e-1a11-11e7-9af0-1d71a3cf7a31′]

The Sunshine Vitamin Repairs Your Skin and Boosts Your Immune System
Sunshine may be able to help fight skin diseases and cancer by attracting immune cells to the skin surface……....click & see

Sunshine causes the skin to produce vitamin D3, and immune cells in the skin, known as dendritic cells, can convert vitamin D3 into its active form. The active vitamin D3 then causes T-cells to make surface changes that allow them to migrate to the uppermost layer of the skin.

T-cells destroy damaged and infected cells, and also regulate other immune cells.

The skin disorder psoriasis is sometimes treated with vitamin D3 creams; these creams may work by moving T-cells into the skin.

Add skin repair to the growing legion of benefits associated with getting your body’s optimal dose of vitamin D from the sun. According to scientists, these new findings may explain how T-cells get routed to the surface of your skin via the sun when it has been exposed to damage.

Of course, the real trick about getting the optimal amount of vitamin D is getting the appropriate and safe amount of sun exposure , a big challenge right now for people living in the Northern Hemisphere.

Ideally, you should have exposure to the sun, however, safe tanning beds are another option. You can see the list of safe U.S. tanning beds.

Just a reminder, if you choose to take a high-quality cod liver oil to increase your vitamin D levels while also getting valuable omega-3 fats, It is strongly urged that you to have your blood levels checked regularly, as it is potentially dangerous not to do so.

Source:www.mercola.com

Categories
News on Health & Science

Pancreatic cancer stem cells found

[amazon_link asins=’0996266208,B01505NKBK,148114510X,B01EVME0A8,1421400626,B008ODO97A,1462063276,B01CKN4XKW,B00DVEUOFS’ template=’ProductCarousel’ store=’finmeacur-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’1afd8008-6084-11e7-84d9-6378d815c62d’]

 

Researchers have discovered a small population of stem cells in pancreatic cancer that appear to drive tumour growth, opening the door for a potential new approach for treating this particularly deadly disease.

Writing in Cancer Research, University of Michigan scientists said finding cancer stem cells in pancreatic tumours could lead to the development of drugs intended to target and kill these cells.

Scientists have toiled with little success to find better ways to treat cancer of the pancreas, which has the lowest survival rate of any major form of cancer.

It kills 97% of people diagnosed with it within five years half within six months of diagnosis. Pancreatic cancer spreads quickly and is rarely is detected at an early stage. In the United States alone, it kills 33,000 people a year.

The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach that secretes a digestive fluid and the hormone insulin.
“The implications of this work are significant,” Diane Simeone, director of the Gastrointestinal Oncology Program at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Centre and lead author of the study, said.

“We’ve made baby steps in improving the survival in these patients over the past decade or so. But we really haven’t had a major breakthrough in coming up with something that has the potential to provide a cure,” she said.

Simeone said there is emerging evidence that within cancers, there is a small subset of cells that are responsible for the growth and propagation of tumours.

The idea is that these cells with stem-cell characteristics the ability to self-renew and differentiate into other cell types are the ones fuelling tumour formation.

Source:The Times Of India

css.php