Loss of weight indicates, almost guarantees, that detoxification and healing is occurring. I can"t stress this too much. Of all the things I find my patients seem to misunderstand or forget after being told, it is that they can"t heal in a rapid manner without getting smaller. This reality is especially hard for the family and friends of someone who is fasting, who will say, "you"re looking terrible dear, so thin. Your skin is hanging on your bones. You"re not eating enough protein or nutrient food to be healthy and you must eat more or you"re going to develop serious deficiencies. You don"t have any energy, you must be getting sicker. You"re doing the wrong thing, obviously. You have less energy and look worse every day. Go and see a doctor before it is too late." To succeed with friends like this, a faster has to be a mighty self-determined person with a powerful ability to disagree with others. Medical personnel claim that rapid weight loss often causes dangerous deficiencies; these deficiencies force the person to overeat and regain even more weight afterward. This is largely untrue, though there is one true aspect to it: a fasted, detoxified body becomes a much more efficient digester and assimilator, extracting a lot more nutrition from the same amount food is used to eat. If, after extended fasting a person returns to eating the same number of calories as they did before; they will gain weight even more rapidly than before they stated fasting. When fasting for weight loss, the only way to keep the weight off is to greatly reform the diet; to go on, and stay on, a diet made up largely of nonstarchy, watery fruits and vegetables, limited quantities of cooked food, and very limited amounts of highly concentrated food sources like cereals and cooked legumes. Unless, of course, after fasting, one"s lifestyle involves much very hard physical labor or exercise. I’ve had a few obese fasters become quite angry with me for this reason; they hoped to get thin through fasting and after the fast, to resume overeating with complete irresponsibility as before, without weight gain. People also fear weight loss during fasting because they fear becoming anorexic or bulimic. They won’t! A person who abstains from eating for the purpose of improving their health, in order to prevent or treat illness, or
even one who fasts for weight loss will not develop an eating disorder. Eating disorders mean eating compulsively because of a distorted body image. Anorexics and bulimics have obsessions with the thinner-is-better school of thought. The anorexic looks at their emaciated frame in the mirror and thinks they are fat! This is the distorted perception of a very insecure person badly in need of therapy. A bulimic, on the other hand stuffs themselves, usually with bad food, and then purges it by vomiting, or with laxatives. Anorexics and bulimics are not accelerating the healing potential of their bodies; these are life threatening conditions. Fasters are genuinely trying to enhance their survival potential. Occasionally a neurotic individual with a pre-existing eating disorder will become obsessed with fasting and colon cleansing as a justification to legitimize their compulsion. During my career while monitoring hundreds of fasters, I"ve known two of these. I discourage them from fasting or colon cleansing, and refuse to assist them, because they carry the practices to absurd extremes, and contribute to bad press about natural medicine by ending up in the emergency ward of a hospital with an intravenous feeding tube in their arm.
A FUN and EASY way to get more vitamins & minerals into your diet is by
drinking freshly made fruit juices, vegetable juices, and by blending thick
and frothy smoothies and shakes from frozen fruit.
A friend of mine describes drinking freshly made fruit juices like this:
"If you have never taken a mouthful of cantaloupe juice or strawberry
juice mixed with apple, you simply have not lived. Blueberry juice is a
taste of liquid heaven."
Freshly made juices are a tremendous source of bio-available vitamins and
minerals which are the partners of enzymes and co-enzymes. Vitamins
activate enzymes and without vitamins, enzymes could not carry out their
work, and we could not live.
Enzymes act as catalysts in hundreds of thousands of chemical reactions
that take place throughout your body, and are essential for digesting,
absorbing and converting food into body tissue. Enzymes produce energy
at the cellular level and are critical for most of the metabolic activities taking
place in your body every second of every day.
Another benefit of drinking fresh juices and smoothies is that your body can
absorb MORE of the vitamins and minerals than if you were to eat the fruits
and vegetables whole! Many of the nutrients are TRAPPED in the fiber and
by blending fruits and vegetables, you break down the fiber and release the
vital nutrients.
Example:
When you eat a raw carrot, you are only able to assimilate a small
percentage of the available beta carotene. When a carrot is juiced,
removing the fiber, a LARGE percentage of the beta carotene can be
assimilated by your body.
Of course, you still need to eat whole produce because fiber is also an
important part of your daily diet.
Meeting you or your children's need for energy and nutrients is essential for
good health. Children who do not meet their needs for energy may stop
growing and gaining weight. In severe situations, they can develop a
condition which is life threatening called protein energy malnutrition.
Vitamins and minerals are only required in very small amounts, but a diet
insufficient in these can cause SEVERE deficiency diseases.
You may be showing signs of malnutrition if you ...
• feel tired and weak.
• feel like you never have the energy to clean your home,
make meals or even do the dishes.
• have difficulty losing or gaining weight.
• can't easily get to sleep.
• feel stressed and/or nervous.
• feel drowsy during the day.
• sometimes can't concentrate, you're mind feels numb, or you get
confused easily.
• have problems with your digestion.
• have constipation and/or hard dry stools.
• have mood swings, or get easily upset.
• don't have patience for anything.
• sometimes feel depressed.
• have overly dry or oily skin.
• sometimes have nausea and/or abdominal pain.
• have annoying eye twitches.
• bruise easily.
• have muscle cramps and/or low back pain.
• sometimes get cracks and sores in the corners of your mouth.
• notice that your nails have become thin and/or brittle.
• are losing your hair.
• have water retention.
• have uncontrollable temper outbursts.
• don't eat a well-balanced nutritious diet EVERY DAY
Natural vitamins are found only in living things, that is, plants and animals.
Your body, with a few exceptions, can't manufacture vitamins. They must
be supplied in your food or in dietary supplements but supplements can't
replace food, especially fruits and vegetables which provide thousands of
substances, some of which have well-known functions, and some whose
roles in the human body are not yet understood or recognized.
Vitamins and minerals … ...
◊ reduce your risk of getting a stroke or heart attack!
◊ strengthen your nails!
◊ improve your hair condition, strength and growth by providing certain
essential nutrients to the hair follicle!
◊ beautify your skin by keeping it smooth, soft and disease-free!
◊ provide essential compounds that are necessary for growth, health,
normal metabolism and physical well-being! Without them, you would
die!
◊ promote normal growth and development!
◊ maintain bone density and strength!
◊ regulate blood clotting!
◊ help in the function of nerves and muscles, including regulating a
normal heart beat!
When it comes to choosing a healthy diet for their children, many parents
don't realize the important role that beverages play. For example, fruit
flavored drinks and soft drinks are not a substitute for real fruit. Many of
these drinks only contain 10% real fruit juice. The very best drinks are
made from whole fruit and you can make great fruity healthy drinks at
home.
There are a few home remedies that you can try to get rid of your tooth
ache. One of them (or the best of them that works good for me) is to place a piece of onion in the area of the tooth
ache. Just cut a small piece of onion and put it in your mouth near
where the sore tooth is. Just bite down on the onion and keep it in your
mouth for a while. You should start to notice the pain go away. Again
this is just a temporary solution and it does come with the unpleasant
necessity of having to walk around with an onion in your mouth.
Some other tips maybe more useful
Here are some of the most effective tips on how to get rid of a toothache fast:
Use Tea Tree Oil Drops
Find a bottle of tea tree oil and a clean medicine dropper. With care,
put 3-4 drops of the oil onto the affected tooth/teeth and leave it for
at least 30 minutes. Tea tree oil has very good healing and
antibacterial properties which would help alleviate the pain and kill
the bacteria. This substance is safe to use and ingesting a very small
amount of it will pose any danger to your health and well being at all.
Garlic or Onion Filling
If you have a cavity that you suspect has become infected, one of the
things you can do is to prepare a filling using garlic or onion. You
only need a very small amount of either one which needs to be squashed
or finely chopped. Make sure that the entire cavity is filled and leave
it on for about an hour or so. Repeat the process until the pain
subsides or until you get the chance to see a dentist. Onion and garlic
have antibacterial properties and they also pack a lot of antioxidants
that help flush out harmful free radicals.
Saltwater Gargle
This one is very simple as you only need about 6-8 tablespoons of salt
and about a cup of water. Just wait for the salt to completely dissolve
before you gargle the solution for about 1-2 minutes. Repeating the
process a few times may be necessary to make the pain subside
significantly. Kosher salt is best to use but any type of salt will do
if you do not have it at home. Be careful not to ingest the solution as
it can cause some discomfort particularly if you have a less than
stellar kidney and/or liver function.
Keep in mind that while these home remedies are very effective, there is
no substitute for a real toothache treatment provided by a dentist.
Should none of these work, make sure to see a dentist the soonest
possible time.
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Few days ago, one of my family discovered that he has a cancer (Degree 2) , it is very hard times from the moment you know something like that , starting the hard journey with doctors.
so, i am publishing this article to everyone to be care of Signs and Symptoms of Cancer
What are signs and symptoms?
Signs and symptoms are both signals of injury, illness, disease, or that something is not right in the body.
A sign is a signal that can be seen by someone else—maybe a
loved one, or a doctor, nurse, or other health care professional. For
example, fever, fast breathing, and abnormal lung sounds heard through a
stethoscope may be signs of pneumonia.
A symptom is a signal that is felt or noticed by the person
who has it, but may not be easily seen by anyone else. For example,
weakness, aching, and feeling short of breath may be symptoms of
pneumonia.
Having one sign or symptom may not be enough to figure out what’s
causing it. For example, a rash in a child could be a sign of a number
of things, such as poison ivy, measles, a skin infection, or a food
allergy. But if the child has the rash along with other signs and
symptoms like a high fever, chills, achiness, and a sore throat, then a
doctor can get a better picture of the illness. Sometimes, a patient’s
signs and symptoms still don’t give the doctor enough clues to be sure
what is causing the illness. Then medical tests, such as x-rays, blood
tests, or a biopsy may be needed.
How does cancer cause signs and symptoms?
Cancer is a group of diseases that can cause almost any sign or
symptom. The signs and symptoms will depend on where the cancer is, how
big it is, and how much it affects the organs or tissues. If a cancer
has spread (metastasized), signs or symptoms may appear in different parts of the body.
As a cancer grows, it can begin to push on nearby organs, blood
vessels, and nerves. This pressure causes some of the signs and symptoms
of cancer. If the cancer is in a critical area, such as certain parts
of the brain, even the smallest tumor can cause symptoms.
But sometimes cancer starts in places where it will not cause any
signs or symptoms until it has grown quite large. Cancers of the
pancreas, for example, usually do not cause symptoms until they grow
large enough to press on nearby nerves or organs (this causes back or
belly pain). Others may grow around the bile duct and block the flow of
bile. This causes the eyes and skin to look yellow (jaundice). By
the time a pancreatic cancer causes signs or symptoms like these, it’s
usually in an advanced stage. This means it has grown and spread beyond
the place it started—the pancreas.
A cancer may also cause symptoms like fever, extreme tiredness (fatigue),
or weight loss. This may be because cancer cells use up much of the
body’s energy supply, or they may release substances that change the way
the body makes energy from food. Or the cancer may cause the immune
system to react in ways that produce these signs and symptoms.
Sometimes, cancer cells release substances into the bloodstream that
cause symptoms which are not usually linked to cancer. For example, some
cancers of the pancreas can release substances that cause blood clots
in veins of the legs. Some lung cancers make hormone-like substances
that raise blood calcium levels. This affects nerves and muscles, making
the person feel weak and dizzy.
How are signs and symptoms helpful?
Treatment works best when cancer is found early—while it’s still
small and is less likely to have spread to other parts of the body. This
often means a better chance for a cure, especially if the cancer can be
removed with surgery.
A good example of the importance of finding cancer early is melanoma
skin cancer. It can be easy to remove if it has not grown deep into the
skin. The 5-year survival rate (percentage of people who live at
least 5 years after diagnosis) at this stage is around 97%. Once
melanoma has spread to other parts of the body, the 5-year survival rate
drops below 20%.
Sometimes people ignore symptoms. Maybe they don’t know that the
symptoms could mean something is wrong. Or they might be frightened by
what the symptoms could mean and don’t want to get or can’t afford to
get medical help. Some symptoms, such as tiredness or coughing, are more
likely caused by something other than cancer. Symptoms can seem
unimportant, especially if there’s an obvious cause or the problem only
lasts a short time. In the same way, a person may reason that a symptom
like a breast lump is probably a cyst that will go away by itself. But
no symptom should be ignored or overlooked, especially if it has lasted a
long time or is getting worse.
Most likely, any symptoms you may have will not be caused by cancer,
but it’s important to have them checked out, just in case. If cancer is
not the cause, a doctor can help figure out what is and treat it, if
needed.
Sometimes, it’s possible to find cancer before you have symptoms. The
American Cancer Society and other health groups recommend
cancer-related check-ups and certain tests for people even though they
have no symptoms. This helps find certain cancers early, before symptoms
start. For more information on early detection tests, see our document American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer. But keep in mind, even if you have these recommended tests, it’s still important to see a doctor if you have any symptoms.
What are some general signs and symptoms of cancer?
You should know some of the general signs and symptoms of cancer. But
remember, having any of these does not mean that you have cancer—many
other things cause these signs and symptoms, too. If you have any of
these symptoms and they last for a long time or get worse, please see a
doctor to find out what’s going on.
Unexplained weight loss
Most people with cancer will lose weight at some point. When you lose weight for no known reason, it’s called an unexplained weight
loss. An unexplained weight loss of 10 pounds or more may be the first
sign of cancer. This happens most often with cancers of the pancreas,
stomach, esophagus (swallowing tube), or lung.
Fever
Fever is very common with cancer, but it more often happens after
cancer has spread from where it started. Almost all patients with cancer
will have fever at some time, especially if the cancer or its treatment
affects the immune system. (This can make it harder for the body to
fight infection.) Less often, fever may be an early sign of cancer, such
as blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma.
Fatigue
Fatigue is extreme tiredness that does not get better with rest. It
may be an important symptom as cancer grows. It may happen early,
though, in some cancers, like leukemia. Some colon or stomach cancers
can cause blood loss that’s not obvious. This is another way cancer can
cause fatigue.
Pain
Pain may be an early symptom with some cancers like bone cancers or
testicular cancer. A headache that does not go away or get better with
treatment may be a symptom of a brain tumor. Back pain can be a symptom
of cancer of the colon, rectum, or ovary. Most often, pain due to cancer
means it has already spread (metastasized) from where it started.
Skin changes
Along with cancers of the skin, some other cancers can cause skin changes that can be seen. These signs and symptoms include:
Darker looking skin (hyperpigmentation)
Yellowish skin and eyes (jaundice)
Reddened skin (erythema)
Itching (pruritis)
Excessive hair growth
Signs and symptoms of certain cancers
Along with the general symptoms, you should watch for certain other
common signs and symptoms that could suggest cancer. Again, there may be
other causes for each of these, but it’s important to see a doctor
about them as soon as possible.
Change in bowel habits or bladder function
Long-term constipation, diarrhea, or a change in the size of the
stool may be a sign of colon cancer. Pain when passing urine, blood in
the urine, or a change in bladder function (such as needing to pass
urine more or less often than usual) could be related to bladder or
prostate cancer. Report any changes in bladder or bowel function to a
doctor.
Sores that do not heal
Skin cancers may bleed and look like sores that don’t heal. A
long-lasting sore in the mouth could be an oral cancer. This should be
dealt with right away, especially in people who smoke, chew tobacco, or
often drink alcohol. Sores on the penis or vagina may either be signs of
infection or an early cancer, and should be seen by a health
professional.
White patches inside the mouth or white spots on the tongue
White patches inside the mouth and white spots on the tongue may be leukoplakia.
Leukoplakia is a pre-cancerous area that’s caused by frequent
irritation. It’s often caused by smoking or other tobacco use. People
who smoke pipes or use oral or spit tobacco are at high risk for
leukoplakia. If it’s not treated, leukoplakia can become mouth cancer.
Any long-lasting mouth changes should be checked by a doctor or dentist
right away.
Unusual bleeding or discharge
Unusual bleeding can happen in early or advanced cancer. Coughing up
blood in the sputum (phlegm) may be a sign of lung cancer. Blood in the
stool (which can look like very dark or black stool) could be a sign of
colon or rectal cancer. Cancer of the cervix or the endometrium
(lining of the uterus) can cause abnormal vaginal bleeding. Blood in the
urine may be a sign of bladder or kidney cancer. A bloody discharge
from the nipple may be a sign of breast cancer.
Thickening or lump in the breast or other parts of the body
Many cancers can be felt through the skin. These cancers occur mostly
in the breast, testicle, lymph nodes (glands), and the soft tissues of
the body. A lump or thickening may be an early or late sign of cancer
and should be reported to a doctor, especially if you’ve just found it
or notice it has grown in size. Keep in mind that some breast cancers
show up as red or thickened skin rather than the expected lump.
Indigestion or trouble swallowing
Indigestion or swallowing problems that don’t go away may be signs of cancer of the esophagus (the swallowing tube that goes to the stomach), stomach, or pharynx (throat). But like most symptoms on this list, they are most often caused by something other than cancer.
Recent change in a wart or mole or any new skin change
Any wart, mole, or freckle that changes color, size, or shape, or
that loses its sharp border should be seen by a doctor right away. Any
other skin changes should be reported, too. A skin change may be a
melanoma which, if found early, can be treated successfully.
Nagging cough or hoarseness
A cough that does not go away may be a sign of lung cancer. Hoarseness can be a sign of cancer of the voice box (larynx) or thyroid gland.
Other symptoms
The signs and symptoms listed above are the more common ones seen
with cancer, but there are many others that are not listed here. If you
notice any major changes in the way your body works or the way you feel –
especially if it lasts for a long time or gets worse – let a doctor
know. If it has nothing to do with cancer, the doctor can find out more
about what’s going on and, if needed, treat it. If it is cancer, you’ll
give yourself the chance to have it treated early, when treatment works
best.
