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Thursday, June 23, 2016

Food therapy - Vegetables - Mustard Greens (Brassica)

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.,.
Named TOP 50 MEDICAL ESSAYS FOR ARTISTS & AUTHORS TO READ by Disilgold.com Named 50 of the best health Tweeters Canada - Huffington Post
Nominated for shorty award over last 4 years
Some articles have been used as references in medical research, such as international journal Pharma and Bio science, ISSN 0975-6299.

Mustard Greens (Brassica)

Mustard Green is a species of mustard plant, genus Brassica and belong to the family Brassicaceae, native to Himalayan region of India. It has seen used in some forms in African, Italian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, and soul food cuisine because of its popularity.

Nutrients
1. Vitamin A
2. Thiamine
3. Riboflavin
4. Niacin
5. Vitamin C
6. Iron
7. Phosphorus
8. Potassium
9. Fat
10.Carbohydrates
11.Protein
12. Etc.

Health benefits
A. health benefits according to studies
1. Lutein + zeaxanthin
In the investigation of carotenoid database for fruits, vegetables, and selected multicomponent foods, including mustard green found that contributors of lutein + zeaxanthin included collard, mustard, or turnip greens; spinach; and broccoli, according to "The development and application of a carotenoid database for fruits, vegetables, and selected multicomponent foods" by Chug-Ahuja JK, Holden JM, Forman MR, Mangels AR, Beecher GR, Lanza E.(a)

2. Phenolic components
In the observation of the phenolic components of 17 leafy vegetables from Brassica species other than Brassica oleracea, including mustard green identified 71 phenolic compounds consisting of kaempferol 3-O-diglucoside-7-O-glucoside derivatives, isorhamnetin 3-O-glucoside-7-O-glucoside hydroxycinnamoyl gentiobioses, hydroxycinnamoylmalic acids, and hydroxycinnamoylquinic acids. Ten of the compounds, 3-O-diacyltriglucoside-7-O-glucosides of kaempferol and quercetin, had not been previously reported, according to "Phenolic component profiles of mustard greens, yu choy, and 15 other brassica vegetables" by Lin LZ, Harnly JM.(b)

3. Prostate cancerIn the evaluation of Brassica vegetables, including broccoli, cabbage, mustard and collard greens, and bok choy and their anti prostate cancer effects found that three reported statistically significant reduced risks (P < 0.05) and one reported a borderline significant reduced risk (P = 0.06) with high Brassica vegetable consumption. The epidemiological literature provides modest support for the hypothesis that high intakes of Brassica vegetables reduce prostate cancer risk, according to "Brassica vegetables and prostate cancer risk: a review of the epidemiological evidence" by Kristal AR, Lampe JW.(c)

4. Chronic diseases
In the examination of Collard greens, mustard greens, kale, okra, green onion, butter beans, butter peas, purple hull peas, rutabagas, and eggplant are frequently consumed by African Americans in the southeast United States and theirs effect in chronic diseases found that these indigenous vegetables consumed by African Americans in the southeastern United States are good sources of the phenolic compounds, which might provide anti-oxidative protection against free radicals in the human body. Consumption of these vegetables might reduce the risk of chronic diseases, according to "Total phenolics and antioxidant capacity of indigenous vegetables in the southeast United States: Alabama Collaboration for Cardiovascular Equality Project" by Huang Z, Wang B, Eaves DH, Shikany JM, Pace RD.(d)

5. Etc.

B. Health benefits according to concentration1. Vitamin K
Vitamin K not only plays an important role in protecting our skin from aging, it is also needed for the proper clotting of blood, thus decreasing the risk of excessive bleeding, in a study of "Delayed vitamin K deficiency as a cause of bleeding: still a concern in the 21st century!" by Kasatkar P, Shetty S, Ghosh K., posted inPubMed, researchers found that Laboratory tests confirmed acquired bleeding diathesis due to vitamin K deficiency, which was corrected after adequate vitamin K supplementation. VKDB is not an uncommon phenomenon and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a child with bleeding diathesis.

2. Vitamin A
Vitamin A is not only important in preventing types I diabetes, according to "A close relationship between type 1 diabetes and vitamin A-deficiency and matrix metalloproteinase and hyaluronidase activities in skin tissues" byTakahashi N, Takasu S.(1) but also may be associated with compromised bone health, according to "Vitamins and bone health: beyond calcium and vitamin D" by Ahmadieh H, Arabi A.(2)

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 withasthma 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.(3)

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.(4)
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.(2)

6. Etc.
C. Other health benefits

1. Pellagra
Mustard green contains high amount of niacin, it is one of the natural vitamin used to cure Pellagra, a vitamin deficiency disease as a result of excessive intake of leucine or the alterations in protein metabolism disorders such as carcinoid syndrome., according to the study of "Low and deficient niacin status and pellagra are endemic in postwar Angola" by Seal AJ, Creeke PI, Dibari F, Cheung E, Kyroussis E, Semedo P, van den Briel T., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17209199)

2. Toxins
Vitamin C in master green is one of powerful antioxidant and chelator. Beside minimizing the effect of toxin lead, it helps to get mercury out as quickly as possible that reduce the impact of mercury entering the bloodstream, according to the study of "Mercury elimination with oral DMPS, DMSA, vitamin C, and glutathione: an observational clinical review" by Muran PJ., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16708769)

3. Epithelial tissue
Epithelial tissues covers all body surfaces, including all organs, forms the inner lining of body cavities, and lines hollow organs. Since mustard green contains a measurable amount of vitamin A, it not only protects the epithelial cells against the invasion of bacteria, but heals would faster by inhibiting cell migration and proliferation, according to the study of '[Effect of vitamin A on the adhesive interaction of cells in epithelial tissue].[Article in Russian]' by Chernova TA, Kon' IIa, Bekmuratova II, Melikiants AG, Stepanova LV., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3433351), researchers found that The data obtained show that vitamin A may serve as a factor modulating intercellular adhesive interactions with tissue specificity.

4. Bronchitis
Mustard green reduces the risk of bronchitis by enhancing the immune system in fighting against inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes and the risk of broncho constriction (vitamin C), according to the subsection "Vitamin C May Ease Wheezing" of article of "Asthma" posted in library.mothernature.com

5. Iron deficiency Anemia
Iron in master green promotes the formation of hemoglobin that helps to carry oxygen and to the body blood cells, thus reducing the risk of anemia cause of symptoms of a feeling of weakness, or fatigue, general malaise and sometimes poor concentration.

6. Etc..

Side effect
1. Phytates
Phytates can interfere the absorption of several nutrients.
2. Anticoagulation
Since it contain a measurable amount of vitamin, it cause problem for people taking blood thinner medicine.
3. Oxalates
Oxalation can cause problem for people with untreated kidney and gallbladder diseases if it is eaten in excessive amount.
4. Etc.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbal Therapy - Popular Chinese Herbs - Chuan Wu (Radix Aconiti Carmichaeli)

Ingredients
1. Hypaconitine
2. Aconitine
3. Mesaconitine
4. Chuan-wu-base A
5. Chuan-wu base B
6. Carmichaeline
7. Atisines
8. Aminophenols
9. Demethylcoclaurine
10. Higenamine
11. Etc.

Health Benefits
1. De-toxicity
In the investigation of the influence of paeoniflorin (major bioactive component of Paeonia lactiflora Pall.) on the pharmacokinetic behavior of aconitine (major toxic and bioactive component of Aconitum carmichaeli Debx.) and its potential detoxifying effect of paeoniflorin on the acute toxicity of aconitine, found that the acute oral toxicity of aconitine in rats was significantly reduced by paeoniflorin; this might result from the alterations of pharmacokinetic behavior of aconitine in the animals by coadministration of paeoniflorin, according to “Paeoniflorin reduced acute toxicity of aconitine in rats is associated with the pharmacokinetic alteration of aconitine” by Fan YF, Xie Y, Liu L, Ho HM, Wong YF, Liu ZQ, Zhou H.(1) .

2. Neuroprotective effect
In the investigation of Chukmesundan (CMSD), composed of the following 8 medicinal herbs including Panex ginseng C.A. MEYER, Atractylodes macrocephala KOID, Poria cocos WOLF, Pinellia ternata BREIT, Brassica alba BOISS, Aconitum carmichaeli DEBX, Cynanchum atratum BGE and Cuscuta chinensis LAM for its effect on hypertension and cerebrovascular disorders used in traditional medicine, found that oral administration of CMSD into mice prevented ischemia-induced learning disability and rescued hippocampal CA1 neurons from lethal ischemic damage. The neuroprotective action of exogenous CMSD was also confirmed by counting synapses in the hippocampal CA1 region. The presence of CMSD in neuron cultures rescued the neurons from nitrogen oxide (NO)-induced death. From these, it was suggested that CMSD may exert its neuroprotective effect by reducing the NO-mediated formation of free radicals or antagonizing their toxicity, according to “Neuroprotective effect of a chuk-me-sun-dan on neurons from ischemic damage and neuronal cell toxicity” by Chung TW, Koo BS, Choi EG, Kim MG, Lee IS, Kim CH.(2).

3. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects
In the evaluation of JCICM-6, the extract of an anti-arthritic herbal formula composed of medicinal herbs of Sinomenium acutum, Aconitum carmichaeli DEBX., Curcuma Longa L., Paeonia lactiflora PALL., and Paeonia suffruticosa ANDR., for the effectiveness and mechanism in reducing experimentally-induced inflammation and nociception using nine animal models.
found that JCICM-6 possesses significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, which implies that it would be a potential candidate for further investigation as a new anti-arthritic botanical drug for humans, according to “Suppressive effects of JCICM-6, the extract of an anti-arthritic herbal formula, on the experimental inflammatory and nociceptive models in rodents” by Zhou H, Wong YF, Cai X, Liu ZQ, Jiang ZH, Bian ZX, Xu HX, Liu L.(3).

4. Blood Vessels
In the investigation of The effect of decoctum of Fu-Tze on the blood vessels, found that blood pressure of anaesthetized animal had a rapid, short-durationed drop without significant change of heart function. This depression could be eliminated or blocked by atropine and benadryl.With modified Khayutin’s apparatus it has been shown that decoctum has a significant, direct vasodilatation on the blood vessel of muscle of hind limb, probably owing to the muscaline-like or histamine-like substences it contains, according to “The Effect of Fu-Tze (Aconitum Carmichaeli Debx.) on Blood Vessel of Animals” by Department of pharmacology,Nanking Medical College,Nanking(4).

5. Etc.

Side Effects
1. Raw Chuan Wu is very toxic.
2. Do not use the herb, if you are pregnant
3. Do not use the herb in new born, children or if you are breast feeding with consulting with the related field specialist
4. Only use the herb in cold case related diseases

5. Etc.

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Sources
(1) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21930193
(2) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16474991
(3) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16462027
(4) http://en.cnki.com.cn/Article_en/CJFDTOTAL-YXXB196604003.htm

Most Common Diseases of 50 Plus - Upper gastrointestinal disorders: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) - The Diagnosis

Upper gastrointestinal (GI) diseases

The prevalence of upper gastrointestinal (GI) diseases is increasing in subjects aged 65 years and over. Pathophysiological changes in esophageal functions that occur with aging may, at least in part, be responsible for the high prevalence of
1. Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) in old age.

2. The incidence of gastric and duodenal ulcers and their bleeding complications is increasing in old-aged populations worldwide.

3. H. pylori infection in elderly patients with H. pylori-associated peptic ulcer disease and severe chronic gastritis.

4. Almost 40% of GU and 25% of DU in the elderly patients are associated with the use of NSAID(1) and/or aspirin(2).(a)

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), gastric reflux disease, or acid reflux disease, is defined as a chronic condition of liquid stomach acid refluxing back up from the stomach into the esophagus, causing heartburn. According to the study of “Updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease.” by DeVault KR, Castell DO; American College of Gastroenterology, GERD is defined as symptoms or mucosal damage produced by the abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus.

The Diagnosis

If you are experience some of the above symptoms, after recording your family history and physical exam, the following test may be recommended by your doctor
1. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) also known as upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is a diagnosis procedure allowing your doctor to check for any abnormality in the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum after a flexible endoscope inserted down the throat.
If any abnormality is found, your doctor order further examinations.

2. Barium swallow
Barium swallow is a medical imaging procedure which allows your doctor to examine the upper GI (gastrointestinal) tract, to exam the lining of the esophagus and the stomach, after you have drunk a suspension of barium sulfate.

3. Chest X-rays
A chest x-ray is an x-ray of the chest that allows your doctor to examine the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum.

4. Biopsy
A biopsy is a test of removal sample of cells or tissues for examination and determination of the grade and type of the tumors by examining them under a microscope by a pathologist or chemically, if the location of the tumor allows the test to be done without major risk to the patient.

4. Esophageal manometry
Esophageal manometry is a test with the use of a pressure-sensitive tube-like thin instrument passed through your mouth or nose and into your stomach to allow your doctor to examine the motor function of the Upper Esophageal Sphincter (UES), Esophageal body and Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES).
5. Etc.

General Health: Detoxification - The Detoxified Diet

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar, 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.,.
Named TOP 50 MEDICAL ESSAYS FOR ARTISTS & AUTHORS TO READ by Disilgold.com Named 50 of the best health Tweeters Canada - Huffington Post
Nominated for shorty award over last 4 years
Some articles have been used as references in medical research, such as international journal Pharma and Bio science, ISSN 0975-6299.

The Detoxified Diet

American diet contains high saturated fat, trans fat, and other harmful substances such as sugar, caffeine, pesticides, additive substances, and less in fruits and vegetables. These types of harmful substances is toxic. Our body's detoxifying functions try to get rid of them everyday, when they fail causing disruption of hormone production, damaging our body's detoxification organs and weakens our immune system resulting in hormone imbalance and many chronic illnesses consequently. In this article, we will discuss how to detoxify your body with foods.

1. Spinach
Besides being rich in vitamin A, E, C , minerals such as iron, potassium, magnesium, zinc and calcium that are vital for a healthy heart it also contain antioxidants, lutein and beta carotene that helps to strengthen our immune system and against the forming of free radicals. People with kidney disease should not eat spinach, because it is oxalate-rich without drinking a lot of water or juice it will increase the risk of forming kidney stones.

2. Broccoli
Broccoli is high in vitamin C, an antioxidant that has a property in helping reduce the chance of inflammation and prevent forming of free radicals caused by toxins in our body. Study shows that some of the chemicals such as indole 3, selenium and diindolymethane have anti cancer properties and help to prevent and repair DNA damaging cells.

3. Garlic
Garlic is a super natural food. Besides having proven record in preventing heart diseases, lower cholesterol level, elevate blood pressure as well as increasing the transportation of oxygen and simulate the production of insulin if needed, it also contains high amounts of allicin, an antibody that helps to reduce inflammation and fight off degeneration caused by virus, bacteria, strengthening our immune system and forming of free radicals. The sulfur element helps to rejuvenate our body by increasing the function of liver in removing toxins.

4. Black berry
Besides vitamins C and E blackberry contains anthocyanins and ellagic acid that work together in preventing inflammation, improving mental performance as well as strengthening the immune system. It's antioxidant function also helps to remove accumulation of heavy metal toxins in our body.

5. Mellon
Mellon contains high amounts of enzyme, minerals and the powerful antioxidant chlorophyll. Chlorophyll helps to remove heavy metals accumulated in the brain and toxins in our kidney. It also helps to prevent calcium accumulated in the arterial wall.

6. Green tea
Green tea besides helping to balance the PH level in the blood, it also contains polyphenolic catechins, a powerful antioxidant that helps to strengthen the immune system and fight against free radicals building up and detoxify our body urinary extraction.

7. Tomato
Tomatoes contain high amounts of alpha and beta carotene that help to strengthen the body's immune system fight off inflammation from bacteria and virus causing many types of chronic diseases. It also contains lycopene that helps to prevent the forming of free radicals caused by accumulation of toxic substances in the body when work together with lutein. Be sure to take tomato together with vitamin C for better absorption.

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The Obesity' Research and Studies of Additional protein intake limits weight regain after weight loss

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar, 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.,.
Named TOP 50 MEDICAL ESSAYS FOR ARTISTS & AUTHORS TO READ by Disilgold.com Named 50 of the best health Tweeters Canada - Huffington Post
Nominated for shorty award over last 4 years
Some articles have been used as references in medical research, such as international journal Pharma and Bio science, ISSN 0975-6299.

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)

The Studies of Additional protein intake limits weight regain after weight loss

In the study to to investigate whether the addition of protein to the diet might limitweight regain after a weight loss of 5-10 % in overweight subjects, During WM, the protein group showed a higher protein intake (18 % v. 15 %; P<0.05), a lowerweight regain (0.8 v. 3.0 kg; P<0.05), a decreased waist circumference (-1.2 (SD 0.7) v. 0.5 (SD 0.5 ) cm; P<0.05) and a smaller increase in respiratory quotient (0.03 (SD 0.01) v. 0.07 0.01; (SD/)P <0.05) compared with the control group.Weight regain in the protein group consisted of only fat-free mass, whereas the control group gained fat mass as well. Satiety in the fasted state before breakfast increased significantly more in the protein group than in the control group. After 6 months follow-up, body weight showed a significant group x time interaction. A protein intake of 18 % compared with 15 % resulted in improved WM in overweight subjects after a weight loss of 7.5 %. This improved WM implied several factors, i.e. improved body composition, fat distribution, substrate oxidation and satiety.(1)

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(1) "Additional protein intake limits weight regain after weight loss in humans" by Lejeune MP, Kovacs EM, Westerterp-Plantenga MS.

Most Common Most Common Disease of 50+: The Clinical trials and Studies of Musculo-Skeletal disorders(MSDs) - Gout: The Causes

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are medical condition mostly caused by work related occupations and working environment, affecting patients’ muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments and nerves and developing over time. A community sample of 73 females and 32 males aged 85 and over underwent a standardised examination at home. Musculoskeletal pain was reported by 57% of those interviewed(1).

Types of Musculo-Skeletal disorders in elder(2)
1. Osteoarthritis
2. Gout
3. Rheumatoid Arthritis
4. Polymalagia Arthritis
5. Cervical myleopathy and spinal canal stenosis
6. Osteoporosis
7. Low back pain
8. Fibromyalgia

Gout

Gout mostly effected one joint is an acute and recurrent condition of arthritis as a result of uric acid building up in blood, inducing joint inflammation.

The Causes

The causes of gout is as the result of high levels of uric acid in the body that can lead to forming of crystals causes of inflammation due to your body can not get rid of uric acid or have made too much uric acid(4). Reduced intake of meats and seafood and foods containing higher levels of uric acid, such as alcoholic beverages, especially beer, and drinks sweetened with fruit sugar (fructose) may be necessary(7)(8).
According to the New York University School of Medicine/Langone Medical Center, the prevalence of gout and hyperuricemia has increased dramatically during the last several decades, to the point that gout is the most common inflammatory arthritis in the United States, affecting approximately 8 million Americans(9) and contributing to great numbers of hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease(9).

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References
(*) Musculoskeletal disorders and disability in persons aged 85 and over: a community survey. by van Schaardenburg D1, Van den Brande KJ, Ligthart GJ, Breedveld FC, Hazes JM.(PubMed)
(7) [Hyperuricemia and gout; the role of diet].[Article in Spanish]by Álvarez-Lario B1, Alonso-Valdivielso JL2.(PubMed)
(8) A perspective on diet and gout by Kedar E1, Simkin PA.(PubMed)
(9) Hyperuricemia, gout, and related comorbidities: cause and effect on a two-way street by Karis E1, Crittenden DB1, Pillinger MH1.(PubMed)