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What are Probiotics? 2008-04-05 04:22:00 Probiotics are live microbial organisms that are naturally present in the digestive tract and vagina.Probiotics are considered beneficial and are sometimes referred to as "friendly" bacteria. Some of the ways they are thought to promote health include suppressing the growth of potentially harmful bacteria, improving immune function, enhancing the protective barrier of the digestive tract, and helping to produce vitamin K.There are over 400 species of microorganisms in the human digestive tract, including Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium.A number of medical, diet, and lifestyle factors are believed to disturb the balance in the colon. This imbalance is called dysbiosis. Factors include:Inadequate dietary fiber Oral antibiotic therapy Infant formula feeding Ingestion of environmental toxinsNo longer kept in check, less healthy bacteria and yeast may flourish, which is thought to increase the likelihood of conditions such as infectious diarrhea and vaginal yeast infections. ...

Live Blood Cell Analysis 2008-04-02 06:27:00 Live Blood Analysis (LBA), sometimes called Live Blood Cell Analysis, is the high resolution microscopic observation of live blood cells in a dark field, a common technique in microbiology called dark field microscopy.This is a good start for any Detox Program and watch your Detoxduring and after the program.Two drops of blood under a specialized high powered ultra-dark field microscope, reveals anomalies in the blood, that relate to deficiencies in nutrients, dysfunctional bodily systems, toxins and dysbiosis of the human body. discussion in the Forum about darkfield microscopes, darkfield, darkfield microscopy, Live Cell Blood Analysis.Next course: 14th to 20th April 2008more information: http://dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=6 ...

What is a Yeast Infection ? 2008-03-31 11:52:00 This video animation illustrates how bacteria coexists with a yeast fungus in the vagina and when conditions change it will increase or decrease the acidity causing the yeast fungi to multiply and cause irritation. ...

Dr Whiting on Systemic Candida and Yeast Infections 2008-03-26 04:42:00 There is probably more misinformation about yeast infections and candida albicans than almost any health topic. Yeast diets, candida diets, along with special herbal formulas for combating yeast and candida infections abound. Yet after 30 years in the nutrition field, we have found very few of these to be effective.Research shows that women, following yeast diets and candida diets, obtain some relief from their symptoms, yet as soon as they go off the restricted diet, their yeast infection and candida symptoms return almost immediately. The only substance ever shown to actually destroy the candida and yeast organism on contact is oxygen. Oral oxygen has proven to be very effective in eliminating yeast infections and candida. Candida diets do not eliminate candida or yeast.Candida diets help reduce the symptoms of candida or yeast, but will not cure the problem. When oral oxygen is used candida diets become unnecessary. Buffered oral oxygen is the only safe way to raise the oxygen level ...

Fungi Can Tell Us About The Origin Of Sex Chromosomes 2008-03-23 06:38:00 Fungi do not have sexes, just so-called mating types. A new study shows that there are great similarities between the parts of DNA that determine the sex of plants and animals and the parts of DNA ... > full story ...

Nail fungal infection (onychomycosis) 2008-03-19 23:56:00 A fungal infection of the nail (onychomycosis) occurs when fungi infect oneor more of your nails. Onychomycosis usually begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the fungal infection spreads deeper into your nail, it may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and develop crumbling edges - an unsightly and potentially painful problem.Nail fungal infections account for about half of all nail disorders. They usually develop on nails continually exposed to warm, moist environments, such as sweaty shoes or shower floors. The infection isn't the same as athlete's foot, which primarily affects the skin of the feet.Nail fungal infections may be difficult to treat, and they may recur. But medications are available to help clear up a nail fungal infection permanently.more information: Nail fungal infection ...

Athlete's foot - (tinea pedis) 2008-03-18 02:12:00 Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common persistent infection of the foot caused by a microscopic fungus that lives on dead tissue of the hair, toenails, and outer skin layers (dermatophyte). These fungi thrive in warm, moist environments such as shoes, stockings, and the floors of public showers, locker rooms, and swimming pools.Athlete's foot is transmitted through contact with a cut or abrasion on the bottom (plantar surface) of the foot. In rare cases, the fungus is transmitted from infected animals to humans.Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection in developed countries, affecting many people at some time in their lives. The condition easily spreads in public places such as communal showers, locker rooms and fitness centers.more information: Athlete's foot ...

What are yeasts? 2008-03-15 00:40:00 Yeast are unicellular fungi. The precise classification is a field that uses the characteristics of the cell, ascospore and colony. Physiological characteristics are also used to identify species. One of the more well known characteristics is the ability to ferment sugars for the production of ethanol. Budding yeasts are true fungi of the phylum Ascomycetes, class Saccharomycetes (also called Hemiascomycetes). The true yeasts are separated into one main order Saccharomycetales.Yeasts are characterized by a wide dispersion of natural habitats. Common on plant leaves and flowers, soil and salt water. Yeasts are also found on the skin surfaces and in the intestinal tracts of warm-blooded animals, where they may live symbiotically or as parasites. The common "yeast infection" is typically Candidiasis is caused by the yeast-like fungus Candida albicans. In addition to being the causative agent in vaginal yeast infections Candida is also a cause of diaper rash and thrush of the mouth and thr ...

Oral thrush - infection of yeast fungus, Candida albicans 2008-03-11 07:23:00 Oral thrush is an infection of yeast fungus, Candida albicans, in the mucous membranes of the mouth. Like most healthy people, you probably have small amounts of the fungus Candida albicans in your mouth and digestive tract and on your skin.You can't see the fungus and normally won't know it's there - Candida usually doesn't cause problems because normal bacteria (flora) in your body keep its growth in check. But when this balance is disturbed - by medications, stress or illness - Candida can grow out of control, leading to problems such as diaper rash, vaginal yeast infections and a mouth infection called oral thrush. Oral thrush causes creamy white lesions, usually on your tongue or inner cheeks. The lesions can be painful and may bleed slightly when you scrape them or brush your teeth. Sometimes the infection may spread to the roof of your mouth, your gums, tonsils or the back of your throat.Although oral thrush can affect anyone, it occurs most often in babies and toddlers, old ...

Soaking Potatoes Before Frying Cuts Suspected Carcinogen 2008-03-06 21:56:00 (HealthDay News) -- Soaking potatoes in water before frying cuts down on the formation of the suspected carcinogen acrylamide, says a a new, British study.Acrylamide is created when starch-rich foods are cooked at high temperatures, such as frying, baking, grilling or roasting, according to background information in the study. Some research has suggested that acrylamide, which is found in a wide range of foods, may be harmful to health and may cause cancer in animals.In this study, researchers found that simply soaking potatoes before frying can significantly reduce the formation of acrylamide and any health risks it may pose.The researchers tried three different approaches. They washed raw French fries, soaked them for 30 minutes, and soaked them for two hours. This reduced acrylamide levels by up to 23 percent, 38 percent and 48 percent, respectively, but only if the fries were cooked to a light color.It's not clear whether the same reductions could be achieved if French fries are c ...

Animated Video about Yeast Infection 2008-03-02 23:23:00 ...

Vaccine Protects Monkeys from Ebola, Marburg Viruses 2008-02-28 04:08:00 (HealthDay News) -- An experimental combination vaccine that uses so-called virus-like particles (VLPs) fully protected monkeys against the deadly Ebola and Marburg viruses, U.S. researchers say.Ebola and Marburg are viral hemorrhagic fevers, the only two known members of the filovirus family of viruses, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These often fatal infections have triggered highly publicized outbreaks in Africa over the past few decades."VLPs are one of the most promising candidates for protecting humans against Ebola and Marburg virus infections," and could be safer than other vaccine candidates, researcher Dr. Kelly Warfield, of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, said in a prepared statement.Traditional vaccines against viral diseases contain whole viruses -- either dead or weakened versions of the virus that causes the disease or a virus that's genetically similar to the one that causes the disease. But these vacc ...

How to Be Heart Smart at the Supermarket 2008-02-24 08:59:00 (HealthDay News) -- Taking the time to investigate food labels not only can improve your heart health, but also your overall wellness."Reading the labels is a great way to be guided toward healthier choices for your heart, and for general reduction of all chronic diseases today," Cathy Fitzgerald, registered dietitian with MFit, the University of Michigan Health System's health promotion division, said in a prepared statement. "So think about using the front of the package as well as the nutrition facts on the back when you are out shopping."Start by educating yourself on what food label language truly means. Fitzgerald offered these tips:The claim, "May reduce the risk of heart disease." A company can only put this statement on a food if scientific evidence exists that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has decided is strong enough to support it. Nutrient content claims. The government regulates how a company can use terms such as "high," "low" or "reduced." For example, a food mu ...

Candida Yeast Protection Program 2008-02-20 01:21:00 In Part I of the Candida Yeast Protection Program we covered the symptoms of yeast overgrowth that afflict close to 80 million Americans each year.This month we outline a five-phase treatment program designed to free the body of Candida and prevent future recurrences. Phase I deals with starving Candida through dietary modification.Foods to avoid and foods to eat freely will be discussed in detail. Phase II deals with killing Candida with fatty acids, herbal concentrates and antifungal drugs. Phase III involves counteracting the toxic reactions to dying yeast cells with fluids, fiber, activated charcoal, digestive aids and nutritional supplements. Phase IV involves reinoculating the bioculture of the bowel, and Phase V is a list of recommendations for lifestyle changes to prevent future recurrences.More information: Candida Yeast Protection Program ...

Obesity Raises Cancer Risk 2008-02-15 22:21:00 (HealthDay News) -- The more weight you carry on your body, the greater your odds of developing cancer, British researchers report.This is true not only of fairly common cancers such as colon and breast, but also of lesser known varieties, including gallbladder. Moreover, the degree of risk differs between men and women and among different ethnic groups, report the authors of a comprehensive new paper appearing in this week's issue of The Lancet."This is a profoundly important issue. Obviously, the obesity epidemic is a huge problem itself, and the relationship to cancer is only one of the many adverse health effects of being overweight and obese," said Dr. Michael Thun, head of epidemiological research at the American Cancer Society. "The evidence has been accumulating now for over 10 years. . . This study tries to provide a quantitative measure of how much the relative risk goes up with each increment, basically jumping from one BMI [body-mass index] category to another."Although ex ...