Women Health: Fibroadenomas Preventions - The Diet

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                           Fibroadenomas


Fibroadenomas are benign breast tumors composed of fibrous and glandular tissue which occur mostly in women 30 years old or younger. According to statistic, approximately 500,000-700,000 fibroadenomas are removed each year in US alone. The benign breast tumors are also called breast mice or a breast mouse due to their high mobility in the breast. They are general painless and may become tenderness or swelling just before the menstrual cycle. women with multiple fibroadenomas may indicate a slightly increased risk of breast cancer.

                   The Prevention - Diet

1. Cruciferous vegetables
Cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, etc. beside contain high amount of antioxidants, but also phytonutrients that have been shown to help prevent the onset and halt the progression of certain invasive tumors.

2. Wolfberry
Wolfberry beside contains a measure amount of beta-carotene which is proven in vitro to inhibit the spreading of cancer cells, it also contains high amount of phytonutrient which can occupy the estrogen receptors, leading to less estrogen produced by the body. Because of controversy of the subject, I would like to direct the question to this site, click here

3. Deep sea fish
Deep sea fish, because of living in the very cold environment and feeding onto omega 3 rich seaweed, contains high amount of Omega 3 essential fatty acid which is necessary to balance the levels of Omega 6 fatty acids to prevent the over production of prostaglandins hormone, causing premenstrual mastalgia, leading to fibroadenomas.

4. Green tea
In some clinical studies researchers suggested that the polyphenols in green tea, may play an important role in the prevention of cancer by killing cancerous cells and stopping their progression. It should helpful to prevent breast cancer due to fibroadenomas.

5. Fruits and vegatable
In a study of Fruit and vegetable intakes are associated with lower risk of breast fibroadenomas in Chinese women. Nelson ZC, Ray RM, Wu C, Stalsberg H, Porter P, Lampe JW, Shannon J, Horner N, Li W, Wang W, Hu Y, Gao D, Thomas DB, researchers found that In conclusion, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and the use of oral contraceptives may reduce risk of fibroadenoma.

6. Etc.

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General Health: Depression - The General Approach for Prevention

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar, Master of Nutrients), all right reserved.
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                    Depression

Depression is a normal response as part of our daily lives, such as the loss of a job, the death of a loved one, or illness. Over 30 million Americans suffer from depression and the amount is increasing in an alarming rate. Depression may be a mental health disorder that can affect the way you eat and sleep, and the way you feel about yourself. In this article, we will discuss how to treat depression with common sense approach.

          Prevention - The General Approach 

1. Reduce intake of saturated and trans fats
Saturates and trans fats cause the increase of levels of bad cholesterol in the blood stream, blocking the circulation of blood and reducing the levels of oxygen that are essential for brain cells resulting in mood change and low interest for daily function.

2. Reduce intake of fat food, simple carbohydrates, and artificial sweetener
The above food causes chemical and nutritional imbalances and contribute to depression.

3. Be careful with conventional prescription side effects
Conventional medication while common can produce negative side effects and tends to treat the symptoms rather than the cause of depression. Some prescription medication may cause side effects to only some patients but not others. Be sure to talk to your doctor if you have some depression side effect.

4. Moderate exercise
Exercise helps to increase the circulation and oxygen level in the bloodstream, gives body energy and produces feelings of revitalization and accomplishmenttriggering the release of certain hormones that help to boost your mood.

5. Join a social group or club
Joining a social group or club is the best way to climb out and learn something new. It is the proven way to keep your brain active and increase your confidence and self esteem.

6. Get enough sleep
Over half of people with sleep disorders are found to have some mental disorder such as depression. In fact, study shows that insomnia may be the cause of depression.

7. Light therapy
If you have season affective disorder, the body chemistry is thrown off by a decrease in the amount of day light. Light therapy will help to increase energy levels and overcome difficulty in getting out of bed.
                

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The Obesity' Research and Studies of Intermittent versus daily calorie restriction

Kyle J. Norton(Scholar, Master of Nutrients), all right reserved.
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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)

The Studies of Intermittent versus daily calorie restriction

Dietary restriction is an effective strategy for weight loss in obese individuals.The most common form of dietary restriction implemented is daily calorie restriction (CR), which involves reducing energy by 15-60% of usual caloric intake every day. Another form of dietary restriction employed is intermittent CR, which involves 24 h of ad libitum food consumption alternated with 24 h of complete or partial food restriction. The study reveal that similar weight loss and fat mass loss with 3 to 12 weeks' intermittent CR (4-8%, 11-16%, respectively) and daily CR (5-8%, 10-20%, respectively). In contrast, less fat free mass was lost in response to intermittent CR versus daily CR.(1)

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(1) "Intermittent versus daily calorie restriction: which diet regimen is more effective for weight loss?"

The Obesity's Weight Loss Recipes - Hummus

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The Best Weight Loss and Healthy Recipe - Hummus


Recipe contributed by 30 minutes vegetarian recipes by Marie-laude Morin, Publisher Robert Rose at www,robertrose.ca

Using canned chickpeas means you can prepare this hummus in just a few Minutes with no cooking required. Serve with toasted pita chips.
Tips: this recipe can be lighter by replacing 1 tbsp. (15mL) olive oil with the same amount of water. It's just as tasty. For presentation, drizzle a little olive oil on top and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Food processor
11/2 cup drained rinsed canned chickpeas (375mL)
1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped 1
3 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice (45mL)
1 tbsp. olive oil (15mL)
1 tbsp. tahini (15mL)
1/2 tsp. salt (2mL)
Freshly ground pepper
In a food processor, puree chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, 3 tbsp. (45mL) water, tahini and pepper to taste, until smooth and creamy.
Variation: Fresh herb hummus: Add 2 tbsp. (30mL) fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley leaves, 6 fresh basil leaves and 2 tsp. (10mL) thyme leaves with chickpeas. Make 12.


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The Holistic prevention, management and treatment of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: TCM Herbal Medicine for Kidney Yang deficiency -Wolfberry

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                Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

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).


Management and Treatment according to Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective

While conventional medicine focus of using synthetic medication to induce ovulation and assisted artificial insemination for infertility couple, if the medicine fail, traditional Chinese medicine views polycystic ovarian syndrome in different approaches.

Polycystic ovary syndrome, according to traditional Chinese medicine is a medical condition characterized by accumulative of fluid over a prolonged period of time causes of dampness and phlegms(1247a)(1247b) build up on the ovaries due to the effects of vary differentiations, affecting not only the women’s menstrual cycle, but also ovulation and fertility(1247a)(1247b).

Depending to differentiation, most common diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome can be classified into              

                           Kidney yang deficiency

Along with common symptoms mentioned above, women with PCOs diagnosed with kidney yang deficiency may also experience yang vacuity induced cold expressive syndrome, including
lumbago, cold limbs, fatigue, cold aversion, feverish sensation in chest, palms and soles(1573),
difficulty in urination, enuresis, incontinence, declining libido and edema(1574) as a result of kidneys no longer perform their function in store fluid to moister and warm the body for healthy function in the body's organs and tissues, inducing adrenal insufficient chronic lower back pain(1575)(1580), depression(1575), hypothyroidism(1579)(1575), nephritis(1578)(1575), ...(1575), leading to failure in transform damp heat expression, promoted accentuation of inflammatory development of phlegm(1583).
Kidney yang deficiency has shown to alter carbohydrate and lipid metabolisms (free fatty acids, 1-monolinoleoylglycerol, and cholesterol), gut microbiota metabolism (indole-3-propionic acid), indued anovulatory infertility( 1581) and hypertension(1582) of which related to symptoms of PCOs(1576)(1577).

Herbal medicine for kidney yang deficiency

4. Lycium chinense(Qi Zi)(1759)
Gou Qi Zi or Qi Zi is also known as wolfberry fruit. The sweet and neutral herb has been used in TCM as anti cancer(1748)(1749)(1750), antiviral(1751), and antiinflammatory(1751) agent and to treat weakness(1768) mental acuity(1768), shortness of breath(1768), memory and neurogenesis impairments(1752), relieve pain(1753) improve vision(1754)(1755), anemia(1754), diabetes(1756), promote antiaging(1757), enhance immune system(1751), heart function(1751), lower blood lipids(1751), modulate estrogen receptors(1750) etc., as it nourishes and tonifies liver and kidneys by enhancing the functions of liver, lung and kidney channels(1758).

Chemical constituents(1758)
1. Betaine
2. β-sitosterol
3. Linoleic acid
4. Physalien
5. Cryptoxanthin
6. Atropine
7. Hyoscyamine
8. Scopoletin
9. Amino acids
10. Physalein
11. Zeaxanthin
12. Dipalmitate
13. Carotene
14. Etc.


Epidemiologically, wolfberry also processed anti oxidant(1763)(1762) and anti inflammatory(1765)(1764), anti insulin resistance(1760)(1761), anti depression(1767), sleep disorder(1768), anti stress(1768), anti mental deficits(1768) and anti metabolic syndrome(1766), through its enhanced carbohydrate(1770), lipid(1766) and other metabolic(1766) mechanisms, including fasting glucose(1770), hypertensive(1771)(1772), anti hyperglycaemic(1769)(1770)(1774), anti hyperlipidemic(1773)(1774), weight gain(1770), obesity, ,,, of which induced protective effects against the development of diabetes(1775)(1776) and cardiovascular disease(1777)(1751)(1778).


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Food therapy - Vegetables - Winter Squash (Cucurbita)

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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                            Squash (Cucurbita)

Squash is the genus Cucurbita, belongs to family Cucurbitaceae and native to Mexico and Central America. In North America, squash is divided into summer squash or winter squash, depending on the maturity of squash when harvested, immature fruit called summer squash and mature fruit called winter squash.

Winter Squash 
Difference from summer squash, it is harvested and eaten when the fruit is completely mature, the seeds within have matured fully and the skin has hardened into a tough rind. Winter squash can be stored for a long time and generally is cooked before eating.

Nutrients
1. Carbohydrate
2. Protein
3. Fat (Omega 3 fatty acid)
4. Dietary fiber
5. Calcium
6. Copper
7. Manganese
8. Magnesium
9. Potassium
10. Vitamin A
11. Vitamin B1
12. Vitamin B3
13. Vitamin B5
14. Vitamin B6
15. Folate
16. Vitamin C
17. Etc.

Health benefits
A. Health Benefits according to studies
1. Cell wall polysaccharides
In the investigation of Cell wall polysaccharides of 'Scarlet Warren' winter squash (Cucurbita maxima ) before and after thermal processing found that no difference was seen between raw and cooked samples. Likewise, the mobility of semimobile pectic polysaccharides was apparently unaltered by cooking. No change was detected in the rigid cellulose microfibrils on cooking, according to "Effects of cooking on the cell walls (dietary fiber) of 'Scarlet Warren' winter squash (Cucurbita maxima ) studied by polysaccharide linkage analysis and solid-state (13)C NMR" by Ratnayake RM, Sims IM, Newman RH, Melton LD.(a)

2. See above Summer squash studies
B. Health benefits according to concentration
1. 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)

2. Vitamin C
a. Asthma
Vitamin C is one of the key antioxidant vitamins which is abundant in the extracellular fluid lining the lung and low vitamin C intake has been associated with pulmonary dysfunction, such as asthma, according to the study of "Vitamin Csupplementation for asthma" by Kaur B, Rowe BH, Arnold E.(3)

b. DNA Damage
Ascorbic acid (AA), known as vitamin C, has important antioxidant vitamin has exerted the activity in preventing (imazalil)IMA-induced cause of DNA damage, according to the stuyd of "The protective role of ascorbic acid on imazalil-induced genetic damage assessed by the cytogenetic tests' by Türkez H, Aydin E.(4)

3. Dietary fiber
Daily intake of right amount of fibers can prvent and treata. Diabetes, as Increased consumption of vegetables, whole grains, and soluble and insoluble fiber is associated with improved glucose metabolism in both diabetic and nondiabetic individuals. Improvements in insulin sensitivity and glucose homeostasis were more evident in participants following a plant-based diet compared with other commonly used diets, according to the study of "Efficacy of high-fiber diets in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus" by Wolfram T, Ismail-Beigi F.(5)

4. 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.(6) 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.(7)

5. Etc.

C. Other health benefits
1. Vitamin B1
Vitamin B1 beside is important in functioning as a co-enzyme for production of energy, it also helps to prevent nervous tension and muscle abnormalities by decreasing the effect of Beriberi that cause confusion, muscle wasting, nerve problems and a rapid heartbeat, according to the article "Beriberi " posted in Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beriberi)

2. Vitamin B2
Riboflavin or vitamin B2 beside plays a significant role in the production of energy in carbohydrate metabolism, it also aid iron in the formation of fresh red blood cells and immune system in producing of antibodies in the body, accorsing to the study of "Immunoglobulins can utilize riboflavin (Vitamin B2) to activate the antibody-catalyzed water oxidation pathway" by


Nieva J, Kerwin L, Wentworth AD, Lerner RA, Wentworth P Jr., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16386801)


3. Omega 3 fatty acid
Omega 3 fatty acid beside plays an vital role in lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) that reduces the risk of plague building up in the arterial wall, causing Coronary Artery Disease, (according to the study of "Omacor and Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Treatment of Coronary Artery Disease and the Pleiotropic Effects" by Kar S., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21975796), it also balances the ratio of Omega 3 and 6 fatty acid that lessens the risk of the production of prostaglandin hormone, leading to menstrual abnormal cramps and pain, according to the study of "Herbal and dietary therapies for primary and secondary dysmenorrhoea" by Proctor ML, Murphy PA., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=Omega%203%20fatty%20acid%20and%20Cramps%20and%20pain)One small trial showed fish oil (omega-3 fatty acids), researchers wrote that to be more effective than placebo for pain relief. JAPANESE HERBAL COMBINATION: One small trial showed the herbal combination to be more effective for pain relief than placebo, and less additional pain medication was taken by the treatment group.

4. Folate
Folic acid beside is important for the production of red blood cells, and for the proper development of the brain and spine, according to the study of "Go folic!" by Bland J., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21853697) it also enhances the replication and maintenance of DNA and RNA., according to the study of "A folate- and methyl-deficient diet alters the expression of DNAmethyltransferases and methyl CpG binding proteins involved in epigenetic gene silencing in livers of F344 rats" by Ghoshal K, Li X, Datta J, Bai S, Pogribny I, Pogribny M, Huang Y, Young D, Jacob ST., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16702315)

5. Tryptophan
Tryptophan beside is an amino acid required by the human body to process proteins by producing serotonin which helps to enhance the brain in regulating appetite and mood. Some of the serotonin are converted to melatonin, which aids sleep patterns, according to the study of "Tryptophan increases nocturnal rest and affects melatonin and serotonin serum levels in old ringdove" by Paredes SD, Terrón MP, Cubero J, Valero V, Barriga C, Reiter RJ, Rodríguez AB., posted in PubMed (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17222434)
6. Etc.

Side effect
1, Oxalates
Winter squash contains a measure amount of oxalates that can cause problem for some people who have untreated kidney and gallbladder diseases.
2. Etc.

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbal Therapy - Popular Chinese Herbs - E Jiao ( Colla Corrii Asini)

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              E Jiao ( Colla Corrii Asini)


E Jiao is also known as Donkey hide glue. The sweet and neutral herb has been used in TCM to treat chronic diarrhea, purpura, phobias, obsessions, compulsions, excessive anxiety, insomnia, bleeding of uterus, promote growth of children, etc. as it tonifies Blood, stops bleeding, nourishes Yin, moistens the Lungs, etc., by enhancing the functions of kidney, liver and lung channels.


Ingredients
1. Collagen
2. Lysine
3. Arginine
4. Histamine
5. Cysteine
6. Tryptophan
7. Hydroxyproline
8. Serine
9. Aspartic acid
10. Threonine
11. Glutamic acid
12. Proline,
13. Glycine
14. Alanine
15. Valine
16. Methionine
17. Isoleucine
18. Etc.

Health Benefits
1. Anemia caused by malignancy or chemotherapy
In the investigation of the effects of fractions A and B from enzyme-digested traditional Chinese medicine colla corii asini on mice with 5-fluorouracil-induced anemia, found that
This treatment significantly increased serum GM-CSF and EPO level and lowered serum transforming growth factor (TGF-beta) level. These results suggested that fractions A and B promoted hematopoiesis by activating immature granulocyte and erythroid cells, partly by stimulating GM-CSF and EPO secretion and suppressing TGF-beta release. Identification of a specific peptide or protein is still required for the development of a novel medicine for anemia caused by malignancy or chemotherapy, according to “Hematopoietic effect of fractions from the enzyme-digested colla corii asini on mice with 5-fluorouracil induced anemia” by Wu H, Yang F, Cui S, Qin Y, Liu J, Zhang Y.(1).

 2. Endotoxin shocks
In the assessment of the effects of Ejiao (Colla Corii Asini) on endotoxin shocks in dogs, found that Ejiao obviously suppresses the increase of blood viscosity during shocks, improves microcirculation, and recovers and stabilizes blood pressure rather quickly, according to “[Effects of Ejiao (colla corii asini) on the hemodynamics, hemorheology and microcirculation during endotoxin shock in dogs].[Article in Chinese]” by Yao DF, Zhang YF, Zhou YF.(2).

3. Etc.


Side Effects
1. Do not use the herb in case of blood stasis and spleen deficiency
2. Do not use E Jiao in newborn, children or if you are pregnant or breast feeding without consulting first with the related field specialist
3. Do not use the herb if you have diarrhea
4. Etc.


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Sources
(1) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17963324
(2) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2504192