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Saturday, June 11, 2016

Food therapy - Vegetables - Collard Greens (Brassica Oleracea)

Collard Green is Aspecies of Brassica Oleracea, belongs to the family Brassicaceae with unknown origin. Today, the plant is cultivated commercially for its its thick, slightly bitter edible leaves.

Nutrients
1. Carbohydrates
2. Omega 3 Fatty Acid
3. Protein
4. Vitamin A
5. Folate (Vitamin B9)
6. Vitamin C
7. Vitamin E
8. Vitamin K
9. Calcium
10. Manganese
11. Magnesium
12. Potassium
13. Iron
14. Zinc
15. Etc.

Health Benefits
A. Health benefits according to studies
1. Phenolic components
In the investigation of the phenolic components of collard greens, kale, and Chinese broccoli, three Brassica green leafy vegetables found that kaempferol glycosides and acylgentiobiosides were the major phenolic compounds, quercetin glycosides were minor compounds, and most of the flavononol glycosides existed in their acylated forms. In addition, each of the materials contained caffeoyl-, p-coumaroyl-, and feruloylquinic acid monomers with a 3-position derivative as the dominant isomer, according to "Identification of the phenolic components ofcollard greens, kale, and Chinese broccoli" by Lin LZ, Harnly JM.(a)

2. Bile acid binding
In assessment of Steam cooking of collard greens, kale, mustard greens, broccoli, green bell pepper, and cabbage and theirs effect on bile acid binding found that Steam cooking significantly improved the in vitro bile acid binding of collard greens, kale, mustard greens, broccoli, green bell pepper, and cabbage compared with previously observed bile acid binding values for these vegetables raw (uncooked). Inclusion of steam-cooked collard greens, kale, mustard greens, broccoli, green bell pepper, and cabbage in our daily diet as health-promoting vegetables should be emphasized. These green/leafy vegetables, when consumed regularly after steam cooking, would lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer, advance human nutrition research, and improve public health, according to "Steam cooking significantly improves in vitro bile acid binding of collard greens, kale, mustard greens, broccoli, green bell pepper, and cabbage" by Kahlon TS, Chiu MC, Chapman MH.(b)

3. Antioxidant capacity
In the identification of Seeds of Brassica oleracea var. acephala (kale) by HPLC/UV-PAD/MSn-ESI and their antioxidants effect found that presence of sinapine, an analogue of acetylcholine, only in seed materials. A strong concentration-dependent antioxidant capacity against DPPH, nitric oxide, and superoxide radicals was observed for kale seeds. according to "Metabolic and bioactivity insights into Brassica oleracea var. acephala" by

Ferreres F, Fernandes F, Sousa C, Valentão P, Pereira JA, Andrade PB.(c)

4. Coronary artery disease
In the evaluation of the effect of 3-month kale (Brassica oleracea acephala) juice supplementation on coronary artery disease risk factors among hypercholesterolemic men. found that regular meals supplementation with kale juice can favorably influence serum lipid profiles and antioxidant systems, and hence contribute to reduce the risks of coronary artery disease in male subjects with hyperlipidemia, according to "Kale juice improves coronary artery disease risk factors in hypercholesterolemic men" by Kim SY, Yoon S, Kwon SM, Park KS, Lee-Kim YC.(d)

5. Etc.

B. Health Benefits according to concentration
1. Vitamin K
Vitamin K beside is best known for its function in aiding coagulation, it also assists the digestive system in absorption of calcium content from food, thus enhancing formation and maintenance of healthy bones, according to the study of "Ultrasound bone mass in patients undergoing chronic therapy with oral anticoagulants" by Rey-Sanchez P, Lavado-Garcia JM, Canal-Macias ML, Rodriguez-Dominguez MT, Bote-Mohedano JL, Pedrera-Zamorano JD., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21234621)

2. Vitamin A
As famous in improving eye sight, vitamin A also plays an important role in enhancing immune system fighting against the forming of free radicals that cause tissue, muscle and cellular damage and infection, according to the study of "Vitamin A, immunity, and infection" by Semba RD., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21775644), researchers found that vitamin Aand its metabolites are immune enhancers that have been shown to potentiate antibody responses to T cell-dependent antigens, increase lymphocyte proliferation responses to antigens and mitogens, inhibit apoptosis, and restore the integrity and function of mucosal surfaces. Vitamin A and related retinoids may have potential applications in therapy for some infectious diseases.

3. Vitamin C
In the evaluation of pulmonary dysfunction. and it effects on pulmonary dysfunction found that At present, evidence from randomised-controlled trials is insufficient to recommend a specific role for vitamin C in the treatment of asthma. Further methodologically strong and large-scale randomised controlled trials are needed in order to address the question of the effectiveness of vitamin C in children with asthma but some outcome data showed effectiveness on lung function, symptom scores, IgE levels and inhaled steroid use. One small study showed a significant difference in % drop in FEV1 post-exercise, according to the study of "Vitamin C supplementation for asthma" by Kaur B, Rowe BH, Arnold E.(I)

4. Folate
In the investigation of the prevalence and multifactorial etiology of anemia among Indian human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected children and its effect onanemia, found that Anemia, particularly iron deficiency anemia and anemia of inflammation, is highly prevalent among children with HIV infection. Micronutrient supplements (iron and, folate) combined with ART(antiretroviral therapy) improved anemia in HIV-infected children, according to "The prevalence and etiology of anemia among HIV-infected children in India" by Shet A, Arumugam K, Rajagopalan N, Dinakar C, Krishnamurthy S, Mehta S, Shet AS.(II)

5. Manganese
It is one of important trace in preventing osteoporosis, according to the study of "[Study of estrogen deficiency impact on manganese levels in teeth and mandible of rats after ovariectomy]. [Article in Polish]" by Rahnama M, Błoniarz J, Zareba S, Swiatkowski W.(1)and regulating blood sugar level, according to the study of "[An inadequate intake of manganese may favour insulin resistance in girls]. [Article in Spanish]" by Rodríguez-Rodríguez E, Bermejo LM, López-Sobaler AM, Ortega RM.(III)

6. Etc.

C. Other health benefits
1. Antioxidants
Collard greens contains high amount of antioxidant not only help to improve immune system fighting against forming of free radicals and foreign invasion, but also protect oxidation of DNA damage and irregular cell growth causes of tumor and cancer, according to the study of "Free radical scavengers can differentially modulate the genotoxicity of amsacrine in normal and cancer cells" by Blasiak J, Gloc E, Drzewoski J, Wozniak K, Zadrozny M, Skórski T, Pertynski T., posted in PubMed(1)

2. Phytonutrients
Since it is belong the group of cruciferous vegetables, its phytonutrient help to enhance the propduction of plant base estrogen that not only reduces the estrogen produced by the women body by occupying the estrogen receptor sites, according to the study of "Promoting health among perimenopausal women through diet and exercise" by Lange-Collett J., posted in PubMed(2), but also helps to fight against metabolic syndrome, according to the study of "Effect of fruit and vegetable concentrates on endothelial function in metabolic syndrome: a randomized controlled trial" by Ali A, Yazaki Y, Njike VY, Ma Y, Katz DL., posted in PubMed(3)

3. OsteroporosisCollard Greens also promote strong bone due to enhancing the absorption calcium by maintaining the ratio of calcium and magesium, according to the study of "Nutritional status among postmenopausal osteoporotic women in North West of Iran" by Hejazi J, Mohtadinia J, Kolahi S, Ebrahimi-Mamaghani M., posted in PubMed(4)

4. Emphysema
Emphysema is a disease of the lung's air sacs called alveoli. Researcher found that cigarette smoking on the lungs of mice causes the develop of emphysema if they had vitamin A deficiency according to the study of "Vitamin A depletion induced by cigarette smoke is associated with the development of emphysema in rats" by Li T, Molteni A, Latkovich P, Castellani W, Baybutt RC. , posted PubMed(5)

5. Cardiovascular healthOmega 3 fatty acid helps to balance the ratio of cholesterol that reduces the risk of cholesterol building up cause of thickening of arterial wall, leading to heart diseases according to the study of "Fish oil and omega-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular disease: do they really work?" by Kromhout D, Yasuda S, Geleijnse JM, Shimokawa H., posted in PubMed(6)

6. Etc.

Side Effects
1. Collard green may causes oxilative effect for people with kidney diseases and reduce our body in absorption of calcium
2. No other side effect is known

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(c) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19722523
(d) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18548846

(I) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19160185
(II) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22009132
(III) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22072339

(1) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12547280
(2) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12001748
(3) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21714890
(4) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19329395
(5) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12888649
(6) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21933782

Most Common Diseases of Men of 50Plus - Testosterone Deficiency - The Nutritional Supplements

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar and Master of Nutrients, all right reserved)
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Testosterone is a male hormone. Besides promoting libido it has other important functions such as maintaining muscle mass and forming bone, and regulating heart muscle and cholesterol. It also helps to improve the oxygen levels throughout the body as well as controlling blood glucose and strengthening the immune system. In this article, we will discuss how to prevent and treat low levels of testosterone with nutritional supplements.

1. DHEA
DHEA allows our body to create other hormones such as testosterone. Study shows that DHEA is a precursor to sex hormones. The deficiency of DHEA causes the deficiency of other sex hormones resulting in loss of bone density, increasing of body mass, hardening of blood vessels and low sex drive.

2. Chorella
Chlorella containing beta carotene and chlorophyll is a powerful antioxidant that helps to strengthen the immune system by blocking the formation of free radicals, improving oxygen levels for cell needs and nitric oxygen thus stimulating the enlarging of the penis through sexual desire.

3. Garlic
Garlic is one of nature's superfoods that helps lower levels of cholesterol, normalizes blood pressure and increases circulation of oxygen levels in bloodstream. Garlic is also a stimulant that helps to increase men's libido by promoting the production of sex hormone in the pituitary gland. Please consult with your doctor if you have any bleeding problems before taking garlic supplements.

4. Vitamin K
Vitamin K is needed for skin rejuvenation. The depleting of vitamin K in the skin membrane causes the skin to become inelastic and wrinkle as a result of low levels of testosterone in men due to aging. Restoring the deficiency of vitamin K indirectly promotes production of levels of testosterone.

5. Omega 3 and 6 fatty acid
Besides helping to lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, and improving circulation of the levels of oxygen in bloodstream to cells, omega 3 and 6 fatty acid also helps to promote the restoration of any damage of heart tissues and hormone imbalance in aging men.

6. Nucleic acid
Nucleic acid besides promoting cell growth, boosting energy, smooth skin and keeping hair sleek, also helps to maintain the healthy levels of male sex hormoneresulting in a normalizing desire of the sex drive.

7. Zinc and iron
Deficiency of zinc and iron causes the depletion of oxygen levels and poor circulation of the bloodstream as indirectly resulting in erectile dysfunction. Since zinc also promotes healthy prostate glands that increase the release of prostate fluids that help to stimulate the sexual desire by increasing the production of levels of free testosterone.

8. Potassium and magnesiumPotassium and magnesium help to inhibit the conversion of testosterone to estrogen resulting in more free testosterone that helps to normalize sexual desire.

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The Broccoli, Sweet potato and Avocado smoothie for Prevention and Treatment of Vaginal Dryness During Menopause

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar, Master of Nutrients), all right reserved.
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The smoothie for reduced symptoms and treatment of Amenorrhea
Yield: 2 serving (about 8 ounce each)
1/2 cups alfalfa sprout
1/2 cup sweet potato
1/2 cup avocado
1 cup of rice milk

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and puree about 1 minute
2. Blend on high speed about 1 minute or until the mixture is thick and the ice is well crushed. Add more green tea drink if needed
3. Serve immediately

The finding the natural ingredients for treatment of vasomotor symptoms is considered as a dream of many scientist to replace the long term usage adverse effect of conventional medicine.
Unfortunately, many compounds found effective in initial studying failed to confirm the potential in large sample size and multi center.

As estrogen levels decline during menopause, women who are in the stage of menopause are experience vaginal dryness as the cell layers that line out vagina become thinner more sensitive to irritate due to PH levels increases from 4.0 to 6. leading to low levels of bacteria lactcobaccili and increased risk of infection.
Isoflavone, a major phytochemical found in alfalfa sprout used as vaginal gel was effective for relief of vaginal dryness and dyspareunia symptons and an increase in the intermediate and superficial cells in menopausal women(1).

According to the study by the Università di Catania, in the review of literature data, phytoestrogen with function similar to similar to 17 β estradiol displayed a 40% reduction of the vasomotor symptoms after 6 months of treatment, including vagina dryness but not significantly(2).

Dr. Whitten PL and Dr, Naftolin F said, "Some recent trials with oral isoflavone supplements report reductions in hot flushes, vaginal dryness, and breast pain" in the reviews the reproductive actions of phytoestrogens, comparing mechanisms of action, dose-response relationships, and human exposures.(3)

Vitamin E, found abundantly in sweet potato, best known for its powerful antioxidant property is a fat soluble vitamin and used concjuction with phytoestrogens from Humulus lupulus extract,expressed a significant reduction of vaginal atrophy and related symptoms, such as vaginal dryness, burning, itching,.....(4).
According to the Centro Salute Donna, Azienda USL the investigation of suppositories for vaginal use, containing hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and vitamin A expressed an positive effectiveness on the vaginal atrophy symptoms(5)in postmenopausal women.

Hyaluronic acid found abundantly in avocado, displayed a strong effect in prevention and treatment of vagina dryness in menopausal women(4). According to the joint study lead by the Institut Alfred-Fournier, liposomal hyaluronic acid scored a significant clinical improvement of vagina dryness at 1 month(6).

Hyaluronic acid, AC collagen, isoflavones and vitamins-based cream (Perilei Pausa(®), According to Dr, Tersigni C and colleagues, significant improved vaginal dryness on on 35 women in post-menopausal period with 12 months(7).

The combination of Broccoli, Sweet potato and Avocado smoothie may hold a key in further studies in production of an effective natural ingredients for prevention and treatment of Vaginal Dryness During Menopause without inducing adverse effects.

Women with Vaginal Dryness During Menopause should drink as much as they can depending to the digestive toleration.

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References(1) Effects of Glycine max (L.) Merr. soy isoflavone vaginal gel on epithelium morphology and estrogen receptor expression in postmenopausal women: a 12-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. by Lima SM1, Bernardo BF2, Yamada SS1, Reis BF1, da Silva GM1, Galvão MA1.(PubMed)
(2) [Clinical effects of treatment with phytoestrogens in postmenopausal women].[Article in Italian]
by Ciotta L1, Stracquadanio M, Pagano I, Andò A, Valenti O, Roccasalva L.(PubMed)

(3) Reproductive actions of phytoestrogens. by Whitten PL1, Naftolin F.(PubMed)

(4) Open, non-controlled clinical studies to assess the efficacy and safety of a medical device in form of gel topically and intravaginally used in postmenopausal women with genital atrophy by Morali G1, Polatti F, Metelitsa EN, Mascarucci P, Magnani P, Marrè GB.(PubMed)

(5) Effectiveness and safety of vaginal suppositories for the treatment of the vaginal atrophy in postmenopausal women: an open, non-controlled clinical trial. by Costantino D1, Guaraldi C.(PubMed)

(6) [Efficacy of a medical device containing liposomal hyaluronic acid against vulvo-vaginaldryness].[Article in French] by Bohbot JM1, de Belilovsky C1, Brami G2, Mares P3.(PubMed)

(7) Non-hormonal treatment of vulvo-vaginal atrophy-related symptoms in post-menopausal women. by Tersigni C1, Di Simone N1, Tempestilli E1, Cianfrini F2, Russo R2, Moruzzi MC1, Amar ID1, Fiorelli A1, Scambia G1, Villa P1.(PubMed)

Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbal Therapy - Popular Herbal Chinese Herbs – Bai Xian Pi (Dictamni Radicis Cortex)

Health Benefits

1. Allergic relieve
ethanol extract from Dictamnus dasycarpus Turcz (DDT,Bai Xian Pi) has exerted the property in relief of symptoms of allergic atopic dermatitis and other allergy-related diseases, according to the study of “Effects of a Dictamnus dasycarpus T. extract on allergic models in mice” by Jiang S, Nakano Y, Rahman MA, Yatsuzuka R, Kamei C.(1).

2. Immunosuppressive activity
Two chemical compounds, 2-methoxy-4-acetylphenol 1-O-alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1″–>6′)-beta-glucopyranoside and and 2-methoxy-4-(8-hydroxyethyl)-phenol 1-O-alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1″–>6′)-beta-glucopyranoside isolated from Bai xian pei has exerted the more remarkable activity of inhibiting the proliferation of T-cells in vitro, according to the study of “Cytotoxic terpenoid and immunosuppressive phenolic glycosides from the root bark of Dictamnus dasycarpus” by Chang J, Xuan LJ, Xu YM, Zhang JS.(2).

3. Vasorelaxing effect
Extracts from Bai Xian Pi fraxinellone is a selective blocker of voltage-dependent Ca2+ channel, while dictamine relaxed the rat aorta by suppressing the Ca2+ influx through both voltage-dependent and receptor-operated Ca2+ channels, according to the study of “Vasorelaxing effect in rat thoracic aorta caused by fraxinellone and dictamine isolated from the Chinese herb Dictamnus dasycarpus Turcz: comparison with cromakalim and Ca2+ channel blockers” by Yu SM, Ko FN, Su MJ, Wu TS, Wang ML, Huang TF, Teng CM.(3).

4. Effect on smooth muscle
Bai Xian Pi (Dictamni Radicis Cortex) has shown the activity in stimulatingthe smooth muscles of the uterus of rabbits and guinea pigs, according to the study of “Bai xian pi” by Joe Hing kwok Chu(4).

5. Anti-fertility
Methanol extract of root bark of Bai xian Pi as the result of hexane fraction of the extract exhibited positive anti-fertility activity, according to the study of “Antifertility principle of Dictamnus albus root bark” by Woo WS, Lee EB, Kang SS, Shin KH, Chi HJ.(5).

6. Monoamine oxidase
Methanol extract from the aerial parts of Bai Xian Pi was active in inhibiting monoamine oxidase (MAO) from the mouse brain, according to the study of “Monoamine oxidase inhibitory coumarins from the aerial parts of Dictamnus albus” by Jeong SH, Han XH, Hong SS, Hwang JS, Hwang JH, Lee D, Lee MK, Ro JS, Hwang BY.(6).

Side effects
1. Do not use the herb, if you are pregnant or breast feeding without approval of your related field specialist
2. It may cause phototoxic contact dermatitis, according to the study of “[Dermatitis bullosa striata pratensis caused by Dictamnus albus L. (burning bush)][Article in German] by Schempp CM, Sonntag M, Schöpf E, Simon JC.(a)
3. Bai Xian Pi may also cause poison ivy dermatitis, according to the study of “Gas plant (Dictamnus albus) phytophotodermatitis simulating poison ivy” by Henderson JA, DesGroseilliers JP.(b)
4. Etc.

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Sources
(1) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18323651
(2) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12058319
(3) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1377790
(4) http://alternativehealing.org/bai_xian_pi.htm
(5) https://www.thieme-connect.com/ejournals/abstract/plantamedica/doi/10.1055/s-2006-962756
(6) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17225461
(a) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8999028
(b) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6231089

Obesity and Obesity's complication - The association of Obesity on Asthma

1. In an abstract of study of "Overweight is not a comorbidity factor during childhood asthma (GrowthOb study)?" by Mahut B, Beydon N, Delclaux C.(Source from Hôpital européen Georges-Pompidou, Service de Physiologie - Clinique de la Dyspnée, F-75015 Paris, France), posted in PubMed, researchers indicated that Compared to normal weight children, overweight plus obese children had reduced lung volume ratios (FRC/TLC and RV/TLC), no evidence of airflow limitation and similar symptoms.In conclusion, the observed functional relationships with BMI are not specific of asthma, and, being overweight is not associated with significant clinical impacts on asthma during childhood.

2. According to a study of "Urban-rural differences in asthma prevalence among young people in Canada: the roles of health behaviors and obesity" by Lawson JA, Janssen I, Bruner MW, Madani K, Pickett W. (Source from Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada, and the Department of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Although asthma prevalence among youth was lower in rural areas, this association was not mediated by health behaviors or obesity. Other exposures, likely environmental, are the logical mechanisms through which rural geographic status is related to lower asthma prevalence.

3. In a study of "The association of obesity and asthma severity and control in children" by

Quinto KB, Zuraw BL, Poon KY, Chen W, Schatz M, Christiansen SC. (Source from Department of Allergy and Immunology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, Calif), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Even after adjusting for demographics, parental education level, asthma controller use, and gastroesophageal reflux disease and diabetes mellitus diagnoses, overweight (BMI percentile for age, 85% to 94%) and obese (BMI percentile for age, ≥95%) children were more likely to have increased β-agonists dispensed (odds ratio of 1.15 [95% CI, 1.02-1.27] and odds ratio of 1.17 [95% CI, 1.06-1.29], respectively) and increased risk for oral corticosteroids dispensed (odds ratio of 1.21 [95% CI, 1.13-1.29] and odds ratio of 1.28 [95% CI, 1.21-1.36], respectively) compared with normal-weight (BMI percentile for age, 16% to 84%) children.

4. According to the study of "The relationship between obesity and asthmaseverity and control in adults" by Mosen DM, Schatz M, Magid DJ, Camargo CA Jr. (Source from Center for Health Research, Kaiser Permanente, Portland, OR 92111, USA. david.m.mosen@kpchr.org), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Even after adjusting for demographics, smoking status, oral corticosteroid use, evidence of gastroesophageal reflux disease, and inhaled corticosteroid use, obese adults were more likely than those with normal BMIs (<25 kg/m(2)) to report poor asthma-specific quality of life (odds ratio [OR], 2.8; 95% CI, 1.6-4.9), poorasthma control (OR, 2.7; 95% CI, 1.7-4.3), and a history of asthma-related hospitalizations (OR, 4.6; 95% CI, 1.4-14.4).

5. In a study of "Measures of obesity associated with asthma diagnosis in ethnic minority children" by Vangeepuram N, Teitelbaum SL, Galvez MP, Brenner B, Doucette J, Wolff MS. (Source from
Department of Preventive Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 1 Gustave L. Levy Place, Box 1512, New York, NY 10029, USA),posted in PubMed, researchers found that When comparing the highest quintile of each body fat measure to the combined lowest two quintiles, higher body mass index percentile, percent body fat, and waist circumference all were associated with a higher likelihood of physician-diagnosed asthma (PR = 1.63 (95% CI 1.12-2.39), 1.50 (95% CI 1.02-2.21), and 1.56 (95% CI 1.04-2.34), resp.). Conclusions. This study found a significant association between increased body size and asthma diagnosis, regardless of the measurement examined.

6. In an abstract of the study of "Body mass index and the risk of asthma in adults" by Luder E, Ehrlich RI, Lou WY, Melnik TA, Kattan M. (Source from Department of Pediatrics, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, One Gustave L. Levy Place, Box 1202B, New York, NY 10029, USA. elisabeth.luder@mssm.edu), posted in PubMed, researchers indicated that this cross-sectional study showed that men and women differ significantly in the association between BMI andasthma prevalence only with respect to the lowest weight category. While women had a monotonic association, men showed a U-shaped relationship, indicating that both extremes of weight are associated with a higher prevalence of asthma.

7. Etc

Treatments of Obesity and Asthma
1. According to the study of "Influence of obesity on control in asthmatic Japanese patients defined by the Japanese definition of obesity" by Youkou A, Hasegawa T, Suzuki K, Koya T, Sakagami T, Toyabe S, Arakawa M, Gejyo F, Narita I, Suzuki E. (Source from Division of Respiratory Medicine, Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Japan.), posted inPubMed, researchers found that This study investigated influences of JASSO-defined obesity on asthma severity and management in a clinical setting in Japan. It is possible that there are strong interactions between asthma and obesity, such as obesity causing decreased ICS therapy efficacy and leukotriene (LT)-related inflammation, although further investigation is necessary.

2. According to a study of "Impact of bariatric surgery on pulmonary function and nitric oxide in asthmatic and non-asthmatic obese patients" by Lombardi C, Gargioni S, Gardinazzi A, Canonica GW, Passalacqua G. (Source from Allergy Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Sant'Orsola-Poliambulanza Hospital, Brescia, Italy), posted in PubMed, researchers stated that Bariatric surgery significantly reduces the intake of inhaled corticosteroids and the levels of exhaled nitric oxide, thus bronchial inflammation, in asthmatics.

3. According to the study of "Weight loss and asthma control in severely obese asthmatic females" by Maniscalco M, Zedda A, Faraone S, Cerbone MR, Cristiano S, Giardiello C, Sofia M. (Source from Section of Respiratory Medicine, Hospital S. Maria della Pietà Casoria, Naples, Italy. mauromaniscalco@hotmail.com), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Consistent weight loss in severely obese patients with asthma is associated to improvement in respiratory symptoms and lung function. However, the mechanisms underlying the effect of large body mass changes on asthma would require further studies.

4. Etc.
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The Obesity' Research and Studies - Long-term effects of an inpatient weight-loss program

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar and Master of Nutrients, all right reserved)
Health article writer and researcher; Over 10.000 articles and research papers have been written and published on line, including world wide health, ezine articles, article base, healthblogs, selfgrowth, best before it's news, the karate GB daily, etc.,.
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Nominated for shorty award over last 4 years
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Obesity is a medical condition of excess body fat accumulated overtime, while overweight is a condition of excess body weight relatively to the height. According to the Body Mass Index(BMI), a BMI between 25 to 29.9 is considered over weight, while a BMI of over 30 is an indication of obesity. According to the statistic, 68% of American population are either overweight or obese.

You can calculate your BMI index BMI= weight (kg)/ height (m2)

In the investigation of effectiveness of dietary treatment in children with simple obesity on the basis of thorough analysis of their state of nutrition, method of nutrition and eating habits and the impact of other environmental factors, conducted by Zakład Zywienia, Instytut Matki i Dziecka, ul. Kasprzaka, researchers found that
1. Simple obesity in children aged 3-15 yrs is connected with familial and environmental factors, including incorrect eating habits.
2. Dietary treatment consisting in the lowering of energetic value of the dietthrough the reduction of fat consumption and quantity and quality changes with respect to carbohydrates consumption decreased the children's obesity, and was more effective in the older age group (7-15 yrs). Dietary treatment normalizes the lipid profile in children.
3. Significant body mass loss has been observed in children in whose diet the amount of proteins and their share in the total energy value only slightly differs from the level before the dietary treatment. The amount of proteins in the children'sdiet was within the range of physiological recommendations.

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(1) "[Simple obesity in children. A study on the role of nutritional factors].[Article in Polish]" by
Weker H.

The Holistic prevention, management and treatment of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: The macro nutrients and Glycemic index

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is defined as endocrinologic diseases among reproductive-age women caused by undeveloped follicles clumping on the ovaries that interferes with the function of the normal ovaries associated with a high risk for metabolic disorder(1) as resulting of enlarged ovaries(2), leading to hormone imbalance(excessive androgen and anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) )(1)(3)(4)(5), induced Hirsutism(6)(7), reproductive disorder(10(12)), risks of type 2 diabetes(9)(10)(11), metabolic syndrome(10)(12) and early cardiovascular disease(8)(13), acne(10)(14), endometrial cancer(18)(19),weight gain and obesity(15)(16)(17). The syndrome effects over 5% of women population or 1 in 20 women.
Unfortunately, according to studies, women with PCOs after the reproductive age, are associated to continuously increase risk of type II diabetes, with no increasingaltered glucose tolerance(20), CVD and hypertension(21).

The Treatment

In Weight Loss Perspective
Weight loss(733)(734) for obese patients is one of most vital factor to reduce PCOs symptoms(735)(737) and risk of PCOs complications(736)(737). Some researchers found that 5-10% of weight low will improve PCOs features(737) by 25%, including pregnancy(738). How can you lose weight and maintain healthybody for a healthy conception?

The macro nutrients
1. Carbohydrate
Carbohydrate is simple sugar and complex sugar found abundantly in food, such as fruits, veggies, breads, cereals, and other grains.....with major function in production of energy for nourish cells, tissues and organs, through converting to blood sugar by digestive system(739).
a) Simple sugar
It contains food with no more than 2 simple sugar connected together. It can be release quickly into your bloodstream(740)(741).
b) Complex sugar
It contains food with long chain of simple sugar connected together, because most of them contain high amount of fiber. Foods will be digested slowly and sugars are released slowly into your bloodstream(740)(741).

2. Protein
Protein is important in building our body tissues. Its function is to carry out most of the reactions involved in metabolism and DNA replication, DNA repair, and transcription(742), therefore, it is important element in preparing for the growth of the bady once you are pregnant(743). Dr. Kramer MS1 and Kakuma R. at the McGill University said "Balanced energy/protein supplementation improves fetal growth and may reduce the risk of fetal and neonatal death. High-protein or balanced protein supplementation alone is not beneficial and may be harmful to the infant. Protein/energy restriction of pregnant women who are overweight or exhibit high weight gain is unlikely to be beneficial and may be harmful to the infant"(744).

3. Fat
Fat is essential for digestive system in absorbing several types of vitamins, maintaining healthy skin, hair, body temperature and healthy cells growth(746), stored as energy through its component of glycerol and expression and activity of the lipases of adipose tissue(745). Not all fats are bad(747)(748), by choosing more good fat and limited intake of the bad one, you are ensure yourself for a healthy pregnancy. Fats include saturated fat, transfat, monosaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat(749).

The Glycemic index?

Glycemic index is a guide or table which rates all carbohydrates according to how fast they release glucose into the blood stream. The fastest release one has a high GI index. Preferences for only taking foods with low GI index, if you want to lose weight(751)(750), but following low-GI dietary prescription is difficult(750)

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(20) Polycystic ovary syndrome: metabolic consequences and long-term management by Carmina E1.(PubMed)
(21) Arterial stiffness is increased in asymptomatic nondiabetic postmenopausal women with a polycystic ovary syndrome phenotype by Armeni E1, Stamatelopoulos K, Rizos D, Georgiopoulos G, Kazani M, Kazani A, Kolyviras A, Stellos K, Panoulis K, Alexandrou A, Creatsa M, Papamichael C, Lambrinoudaki I.(PubMed)
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(734) A 12-week treatment with the long-acting glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist liraglutide leads to significant weight loss in a subset of obese women with newly diagnosed polycystic ovary syndrome by Jensterle M1, Kravos NA1, Pfeifer M1, Kocjan T1, Janez A1.(PubMed)
(735) Body mass index and gonadotropin hormones (LH & FSH) associate with clinical symptoms among women with polycystic ovary syndrome by Esmaeilzadeh S, Andarieh MG1, Ghadimi R, Delavar MA.(PubMed)
(736) Obesity and polycystic ovary syndrome by Naderpoor N1, Shorakae S, Joham A, Boyle J, De Courten B, Teede HJ.(737)
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(739) Carbohydrate(CDC)
(740) Effect of simple and complex carbohydrates on plasma non-esterified fatty acids, plasma-sugar, and plasma-insulin during oral carbohydrate tolerance tests by Swan DC, Davidson P, Albrink MJ.(PubMed)
(741) Carbohydrates and health: Not that simple...or that complex. Taking control of your blood sugar and insulin levels may pay off for your heart and overall health by [No authors listed](PubMed)
(742) Protein–DNA interaction(Wikepedia)
(743) Protein in your pregnancy diet(Babycenter)
(744) Energy and protein intake in pregnancy by Kramer MS1, Kakuma R.(PubMed)

(745) Decreased lipases and fatty acid and glycerol transporter could explain reduced fat in diabetic morbidly obese by Ferrer R1, Pardina E, Rossell J, Baena-Fustegueras JA, Lecube A, Balibrea JM, Caubet E, González O, Vilallonga R, Fort JM, Peinado-Onsurbe J.(PubMed)
(746) Fat(Wikipedia)
(747) All fats are not bad: a smart lesson to be learned by Ablin RJ, Jiang WG.(PubMed)
(748) Bad fats, good fats: new insights into diet and health.[No authors listed](PubMed)
(749) Dietary fats in your pregnancy diet(BabyCenter)
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