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https://animalhype.com/pets/can-hedgehogs-eat-apples/ | 2024-04-22T05:14:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818081.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422051258-20240422081258-00562.warc.gz | 0.949224 | 1,917 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__34096503 | en | Unlike a dog or a cat, having a hedgehog as a pet can be a challenging experience, especially in the beginning. Unlike other pets, Hedgehogs are neither herbivores, omnivores, nor carnivores; these prickly little creatures are mostly insectivores. Thus, you might have to struggle with feeding them, among other things.
Earlier, most hedgehog-owners used to feed their pets cat food, which was not right for their health. However, nowadays can easily find hedgehog foods available in your local pet stores as well as online. But can your hedgehog eat fruits and vegetables? What about apples?
Can hedgehogs eat apples? Hedgehogs can certainly eat apples since they’re not toxic or harmful to them in any way. However, apples don’t contribute to their dietary needs much either. Therefore, they’re not exactly beneficial for them. You can use apples as treats for your pet hedgehog but remove the seeds carefully before doing so.
Do hedgehogs like eating apples?
Hedgehogs do not necessarily like eating apples. Unlike most of the other pet animals, hedgehogs don’t have a sweet tooth and are, therefore, not always drawn to sweet treats.
Therefore, whether or not your hedgehog likes eating apples entirely depends on its taste. Some hedgehogs like eating apples, while others would leave it untouched.
You can find out about your pet’s choice about apples by trying to place some pieces in front of them. If they gobble them all up, they certainly like it. However, if they stopped eating after the first cube, you might have to find another fruit to use for their treat.
Are apples healthy or harmful for hedgehogs?
To determine whether apples are healthy or harmful for hedgehogs, let’s first look at an apple’s nutritional composition:
Serving size: approx. 100 grams
While Apple is wealthy when it comes to nutrients, it lacks the one nutrient essential for hedgehogs in abundance: protein. Hedgehogs depend on protein for most of their nutrition, since their ideal diet consists of food rich in protein, containing low fat.
However, a whole apple contains about 0.5% of protein, which is too low in quantity to meet the dietary needs of a hedgehog. With that being said, apples are not bad for a hedgehog’s health either.
Therefore, apples are neither healthy nor harmful to hedgehogs.
How many apples should you feed your hedgehog?
Since apples do not benefit your hedgehog in any way, there’s no point in feeding them a lot of it. If your hedgehog likes apples, you can feed them a few cubes of it once in a while, as a treat for them.
Do you feed your hedgehog tablets? Hedgehogs, like most of the other animals, are not keen on medicines and avoid eating them as much as they can. In this case, you can hide their medicines into apples to trick them into eating it.
Tips on feeding your hedgehogs apples
The first step of feeding your pet any fruit is to wash them thoroughly to get rid of any chemicals added on the surface. Animals are often more sensitive to these chemicals than us and might suffer severe consequences if they consume them.
To wash the apple properly, you should let it soak in a water bowl for a few minutes. Then, throw away the water, wash the fruit with clean water, and it’s ready to cut.
While cutting apples for your hedgehog, you must take into consideration its small size. To make eating apples easier for the hedgehog, and avoid choking, cut them into little cubes so that they can gobble up easily.
Also, remove all the seeds from the apple before feeding it to your pet.
Can hedgehogs eat apple skin?
Yes, hedgehogs can eat apple skin. If you find pet owners peeling the skin off of apples before feeding them to their pets, it’s more often a wasted effort than a preventive measure.
Like the fruit itself, the skin is completely harmless for your hedgehog. Therefore, you do not need to peel the apple’s skin off before feeding it to your hedgehog.
Can hedgehog drink apple juice?
While the fruit of apple itself contains juice, squeezing the juice out, especially to feed your hedgehog might not be a good idea. As a general rule, sugar is not a part of a hedgehog’s usual diet.
Since apple juice contains concentrated sugar, feeding them to these small creatures can create trouble in their stomach. Therefore, you should not feed your hedgehog apple juice.
Are apple seeds safe for hedgehogs?
While the apple seeds are toxic to most animals, hedgehogs, being an insectivore, have a high tolerance for most toxic things. So, does that mean apple seeds are safe for them? Unfortunately, we don’t have an absolute answer to that yet.
However, most hedgehog-owners have agreed that it’s not worth the risk whether or not they’re toxic. Thus, they avoid feeding them to their pet hedgehogs, if not for the toxicity, then to avoid a choking hazard. You should remember the same while feeding your hedgehog apples.
An ideal diet for hedgehog
Here are a few things you should include in the regular diet of your hedgehog:
Hedgehog kibble is a store-bought pet food produced specifically to fulfill the nutrition needs of your pet hedgehog. The kibble should make up about 80% of your hedgehog’s daily diet. It contains more than 40% of protein, and less than 20% of fat, making it ideal for hedgehogs.
Hedgehogs need food rich in protein, and chicken offers precisely that. You can throw your hedgehog a small piece of it occasionally when you’re cooking chicken.
Crickets and mealworms
Crickets and mealworms provide hedgehogs with their much-desired chitin. They’re also good for their mental stimulation, and make them active. If you’re not too grossed out by the idea of catching worms, you can feed them to your hedgehog.
These insects are rich in fat and low in protein, which is quite the opposite of their ideal diet. However, hedgehogs find them delicious. Thus, you can occasionally feed them some as a treat.
If you’re making yourself scrambled eggs, sharing a little portion of it with your pet hedgehog might not be a bad idea.
What should you avoid feeding your hedgehog?
Although resilient, hedgehogs are small animals and have a slightly fragile internal system. Thus, you should stick to their mainstream diet instead of experimenting too much.
Given below are things you should never feed your hedgehog:
- Egg yolk
- Processed food
- Raw meat
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dog foods safe for hedgehogs to eat? No. Dog foods are developed, keeping in mind the dietary needs of dogs, which is bound to be different than that of a hedgehog. If you want to go with store-bought food, buy hedgehog food that adequately fulfills your hedgehogs’ nutrition needs.
Can I feed my hedgehog onions? No, onions can prove to be toxic to hedgehogs, and should never be fed to them.
Can’t my hedgehog eat meat? Hedgehogs can eat meat, as long as it is well-cooked. Avoid feeding them raw meat at all costs.
Let’s go back to our initial question: Can hedgehogs eat apples? Yes, hedgehogs can eat apples. However, containing protein in a moderate quantity, apples don’t do hedgehogs much good. Thus, you should only feed your hedgehog apples occasionally as a treat. Also, when you feed them apples, properly remove all the seeds first. | health |
https://protocol.almanac.io/blog/navigating-burnout | 2024-04-14T14:32:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414130604-20240414160604-00111.warc.gz | 0.964841 | 1,625 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__59924368 | en | This post was first published on The Hybrid Hacker.
Leadership and management roles can be incredibly fulfilling; however, they also present significant challenges. As a leader, you bear the responsibility of guiding and motivating your team, making tough decisions, and managing the pressures of the job. Over time, these responsibilities can take a toll on your mental and physical health, potentially leading to burnout.
Furthermore, leaders and managers are not only more susceptible to stress and burnout themselves but also hold responsibility for the well-being of their team members. It is crucial for leaders to recognize burnout symptoms and act swiftly before they escalate into larger issues.
In this essay, we will delve deeper into burnout, examining its causes, symptoms, and potential management strategies. By understanding burnout and its consequences, leaders and managers can not only better prevent its onset but also take appropriate action when it occurs.
Although burnout isn't categorized as a medical condition, it was acknowledged by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2019 as an "occupational phenomenon", which essentially signifies a syndrome.
Here is the WHO's definition:
“Burn-out is a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by three dimensions:
• feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion;
• increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism cynicism related to one's job;
• reduced professional efficacy.
Burn-out refers specifically to phenomena in the occupational context and should not be applied to describe experiences in other areas of life.”
Over the years, burnout has been the subject of extensive studies, and researchers have also developed surveys to assess its prevalence. The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), formulated by Christina Maslach and Susan Jackson in the 1980s, is perhaps the most well-known of these tools.
The MBI is a validated measure of burnout that examines three dimensions:
In today's fast-paced work environments, burnout has become an increasingly common issue. Burnout can occur when individuals are subjected to prolonged stress or frustration, often a result of various factors that make the demands of their role overwhelming. Here are some common causes:
The Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model, established by Arnold Bakker and Evangelia Demerouti, offers a more theoretical approach to better understand when burnout can start to proliferate. This model suggests that burnout arises from an imbalance between the demands of a role and the resources available to cope with these demands.
Job demands refer to the physical, psychological, social, or organizational aspects of a role that require consistent physical or mental effort, including factors such as workload, time pressure, and emotional demands. Conversely, job resources are aspects of a role that aid in achieving work goals, alleviate job demands, or stimulate personal growth and development. Examples include autonomy, social support, and constructive feedback.
The JD-R model proposes that having sufficient job resources can mitigate the negative effects of high job demands. In other words, when resources are adequate, they can help manage the stress associated with demanding work and thus help prevent burnout..
It's essential to recognize the signs and symptoms of burnout to take action before they escalate in something more difficult to solve.
Some common signs of burnout can include:
Having experienced burnout firsthand, in my opinion it can be brought back to apathy. You just feel helpless, lazy and you tend to procrastinate.
Burnout can have a significant impact on your productivity and performance. It can lead to decreased job satisfaction, reduced creativity, and poor decision-making. While as we mentioned burnout is not classified as a disease, it can potentially impact your physical health, leading to high blood pressure, weakened immune system, and other health problems. If left unaddressed, burnout can ultimately lead to depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
Years ago, when I first started my job as a manager, I was working long hours, handling a high workload, and struggling to balance my work and personal life. I began to notice that I was feeling exhausted, irritable, and unmotivated. As previously mentioned, I was also experiencing apathy and started to procrastinate.
The first thing that helped me was taking a break and conducting a deep self-assessment. This allowed me to recognize that I was experiencing burnout and decide to take action. I took some time off work, engaged in self-care activities, and connected with a mentor who helped me reevaluate my priorities and workload. Through this process, I realized that I needed to delegate more tasks to others on my team and establish clearer boundaries between work and personal life.
After implementing these changes, I noticed a significant improvement in my well-being and job performance. I became more focused, productive, and engaged in my work, and I felt more fulfilled in my personal life. This experience not only taught me to recognize burnout but also inspired me to find strategies to prevent this unpleasant situation.
Inspired by the 3/3/3 method for structuring the day by Oliver Burkeman, I developed what I call the 3-3-3 Anti-Burnout Rule. The 3-3-3 stands for:
The idea is to take at least 3 hours to rest, reflect, and self-assess every week, 3 days every month, and at least 3 weeks every year.
You don't have to follow this strictly (in fact, I would suggest resting more than what the 3-3-3 rule suggests), but it's a useful framework to assess your work-life balance and understand if you're taking enough time for yourself or not. Every week, month, and year, I conduct a personal assessment and ask myself:
"Did I take enough time for myself to rest?"
For me it works quite well.
There are several other strategies that you can use to prevent burnout, including:
Despite utilizing strategies to prevent burnout, it's not always possible to entirely evade this condition. Moreover, even if you are disciplined enough to ward off personal burnout, you may still have to address burnout among your team members. So, what steps should you take in the face of burnout?
The first and most critical step is recognition, as previously discussed. If it's happening to you, self-identification might be relatively straightforward; however, if it's occurring to one of your team members, it may not be as apparent. The primary advice here is to approach the situation with objectivity, empathy, and understanding.
Following recognition, there are several steps you can take:
In summary, burnout presents a significant challenge in today's fast-paced work environments and should be a concern for everyone, not just leaders. Its impact on both personal and professional aspects of our lives highlights the need for awareness of its causes, symptoms, and preventative and remedial measures.
Throughout this essay, we have examined various aspects of burnout, including its definition, common triggers, indicators, and the detrimental effects it can have on productivity and health. Additionally, we went through some practical tips to prevent burnout, such as implementing the 3-3-3 Anti Burnout Rule, setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, practicing mindfulness, and seeking support when necessary. Furthermore, based on my experience, we have explored actionable steps to overcome burnout, including taking necessary breaks, reassessing priorities, and finding new sources of motivation.
In conclusion, it is essential to manage burnout proactively by gaining knowledge and implementing effective coping strategies. Prioritizing your well-being, as well as that of your team, is not a luxury but a necessity that leads to greater resilience, productivity, and overall life balance.
For further reading on burnout and self-care for leaders, consider the following resources: | health |
http://pcmi.ucsf.edu/research | 2018-07-21T05:27:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676592387.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180721051500-20180721071500-00019.warc.gz | 0.886974 | 182 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__129843114 | en | Comprehensive physical and genetic interaction networks are essential data for gaining an understanding of the molecular pathophysiology underlying complex neuropsychiatric disorders. Using the ever-growing list of disorder-associated genes as a guide, we are systematically mapping large sets of molecular interactions in order to identify the key networks at the root of these disorders.
Illuminating the key molecular pathways is a fruitful avenue for refining and expanding our genetic understanding of neuropsychiatric disorders – a process essential for advancing precision medicine in the field of psychiatry. By understanding the different pathophysiologies associated with different genetic profiles, we can move toward more targeted development and application of therapeutics.
The information from multiple types of interaction networks can be combined to synthesize a molecular-pathway level understanding of various cellular processes. These pathways are the building blocks of whole cell models, and are essential to understanding the cellular biology underlying neuropsychiatric disorders. | health |
https://pannextherapeutics.com/about-us/ | 2023-09-23T15:24:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506481.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20230923130827-20230923160827-00150.warc.gz | 0.945323 | 748 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__266419778 | en | This new class of drugs is based on the discovery that Pannexin 1 channels (Panx1) play a critically important role in the pathophysiology of many types of cancer.
Pannex Therapeutics Inc. is an early-stage biopharmaceutical company founded to discover and develop novel therapies to transform cancer therapy based on blocking Pannexin1 channels (Panx1).
This new class of drugs is based on the discovery that Pannexin 1 channels play a critically important role in the pathophysiology of many types of cancer.
We are the first to translate this new pharmacological target into a new therapeutic approach for many types of cancer with high unmet medical need. We have developed a discovery platform to create unique, first-in-class Panx1 blockers. Our patent-protected, small molecule Panx1 blockers demonstrate high specificity for cancer cells and good safety profiles in preclinical models.
David Bravo PhD
Chief Executive Officer &
David is the founder of PANNEX Therapeutics and is a leader in Pannexin 1 research. He is a successful serial entrepreneur, expert in industrial development and has led his companies in the translation of scientific research into viable products. He has consistently raised public funds and private investment to enable those successes. With 10 years of experience in R&D, science and management of innovative projects in Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology, David has acquired the experience and demonstrated the drive required to build a successful company and transform his Pannexin 1 research into commercially successful products. David holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Santiago, Chile. He was awarded with the National Prize of Innovation in Chile in 2015.
Thomas Gerlach PhD
Chief Strategic Officer &
Thomas brings to PANNEX more than 30 years of experience in biopharmaceuticals and venture capital. He has worked in large multinational companies, such as Knoll and Novartis in Germany and Switzerland, successful startups, such as Actelion (Switzerland and Brazil), early startups, such as Biozeus (Brazil) and venture capital focused on biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and medical equipment. Thomas’ deep experience in drug development includes leading global teams and commercial and operational roles, including General Manager of Actelion Brazil. During his 9 years in venture capital, he identified investment opportunities and supported portfolio companies on operational and board levels. Thomas holds a PhD in Biology and BA in Chemistry from the University of Mainz (Germany); he conducted research at Michigan State University for three years.
Gerhard Gross PhD
Chief Scientific Officer &
Gerhard brings to PANNEX more than 30 years of experience in drug development, having held senior positions in global pharmaceutical companies in several countries. His specific focus is drug discovery (ADME/PK), screening and profiling lead candidates and general drug development. At Aventis, Novartis and Lundbeck he played key roles in the development and registration of many drugs, such as Leflunomide, Gliveec, Myfortic, Zoledronate, Zelmac, Everolimus, Pimecrolimus, ERL080, Exjade, Aliskirenn. He holds many patents. At Janssen, Gerhard created a new strategy for the department of drug developability, introduced the concept of receptor binding kinetics for PK/PD and established global in silico ADMET approaches for discovery. Gerhard holds a MSc in Physics and Chemistry, a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Marburg, Germany, and a postdoc at the University of Utah. | health |
http://getridofeczema.org/how-to-treat-eczema-with-apple-cider-vinegar/ | 2017-04-23T07:54:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118310.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00111-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.936913 | 483 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__23813119 | en | So I briefly touched upon the topic of apple cider vinegar in this previous post, but have gotten requests to do another article focusing on it in more detail. We know that eczema can attack the skin of babies, children and adults alike. And for all of these people, apple cider vinegar (ACV) can act as a great natural treatment. It’s widely reported to reduce the effects of eczema and decrease discomfort. Apple cider vinegar is a natural astringent made from distilled apples; the end-product has a brownish-yellow color and contains a lot of beneficial phytonutrients. Many people with eczema talk about its amazing benefits for a host of different ailments, including eczema.
ACV has a few beneficial components:
- vitamins and minerals
- amino acids
- antibacterial and anti-fungal elements.
The benefits of apple cider vinegar are many. Apple cider vinegar is rich in vitamins and minerals that balance the immune system. Vitamin B12 found in ACV is beneficial to those with eczema, and highly bioavailable. Apple cider vinegar is also rich in potassium which can help in easing allergenic effects. It’s also a natural astringent and acts to balance the PH of the skin.
How To Use It
Bragg’s organic apple cider vinegar is a popular go-to brand for eczema, and you can find it in most stores for a few bucks. ACV can be used topically in addition to taken orally.
For topical use:
Mix apple cider vinegar with an equal amount of water and apply it on the affected areas on the skin a few times per day with a clean cotton swab. Be patient; the results may take at least a week but can be very impressive! When applying the solution on a child or if you are just starting out, it is advisable to dilute the solution with more water (1:3 or 1:4 instead of 1:1).
For oral use:
Mix 1 tablespoon ACV with 1 tablespoon water, and drink several times daily, or use as a salad dressing. For children with discriminating tastes, you can mix with honey to make it more palatable.
I really recommend giving this remedy a shot! It’s cheap, and has worked for many eczema suffers. | health |
https://joyceeyenakwaibom.com/2019/06/13/china-woman-who-doesnt-like-drinking-water-found-with-7750-gallbladder-stones/ | 2019-11-13T23:05:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496667442.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20191113215021-20191114003021-00486.warc.gz | 0.987805 | 230 | CC-MAIN-2019-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__40108208 | en | The woman who ‘doesn’t like drinking water’ and found to have 7,750 gallbladder stones, was known as Ms He, recently went to the hospital after suffering from ‘unbearable’ pain in her abdomen. She had been found to have ‘several’ gallstones seven years ago, but could not undergo surgery due to high blood pressure. However she got quite shocked after she discovered that the number of her gallstones, had increased rapidly to thousands. ‘I didn’t know I should have had so many stones,’ the woman told a reporter from Hubei TV Station.
Shen Zhangyi, the director of the hospital who conducted the surgery, said he had never seen so many stones in one patient. He said the stones could have led to life-threatening complications in Ms He. The surgeon explained that if the smaller stones had gone into Ms He’s bile duct, she might develop serious conditions such as jaundice and acute pancreatitis. Gallstones, formed in the gallbladder, are tiny crystals usually made of cholesterol. | health |
https://www.kimberly-acquaviva.com/speaking-consulting | 2023-10-04T16:04:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511386.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004152134-20231004182134-00143.warc.gz | 0.95322 | 846 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__245194900 | en | SPEAKING & CONSULTING
Looking for a keynote speaker for your conference/event or a consultant to help your organization chart a course toward LGBTQIA+ inclusion? Let's talk! You can reach me at [email protected]
Kimberly D. Acquaviva, PhD, MSW, CSE is the Betty Norman Norris Endowed Professor at the University of Virginia School of Nursing. Prior to joining the faculty of UVA, she served on the faculty of the George Washington University for 15 years, most recently as a tenured professor in the George Washington University School of Nursing. As a social worker teaching within a school of nursing, her scholarship is interdisciplinary and collaborative. Her scholarly work focuses on LGBTQIA+ aging and end-of-life issues, and her clinical work has been with patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses in both hospital and hospice settings. Her book, LGBTQ-Inclusive Hospice & Palliative Care: A Practical Guide to Transforming Professional Practice, was published by Harrington Park Press and distributed by Columbia University Press. The book was awarded first place in the AJN Book of the Year Awards in the Palliative Care and Hospice Category. She's the host of em dash podcast, a show that explores the lived experiences of patients and healthcare professionals in the healthcare arena.
In addition to her work in the field of LGBTQIA+ aging, Dr. Acquaviva is a leader and innovator in the development of technology-facilitated educational innovations for health care providers, serving as both lead author and co-investigator of The National Emergency Medical Services Preparedness Initiative, a $4.7 million federally-funded training and policy initiative, as well as project manager for The National Nurse Emergency Preparedness Initiative (NNEPI), a $2 million federally funded web-based training initiative designed to increase nurses’ awareness of strategies for preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters. More than 50,000 nurses have completed the NNEPI online course to date.
Dr. Acquaviva's policy and advocacy work at the Federal level had made tangible advances in funding for aging research. Dr. Acquaviva completed a term as Special Government Employee (SGE) on the National Advisory Council on Aging (NACA), advising the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Director of the National Institutes of Health, and the Director of the National Institute on Aging on its mission. Prior to her appointment to the NACA, Dr. Acquaviva completed a two-year term as Chair of the Friends of the National Institute on Aging, a broad-based coalition of almost 50 aging, disease, research, and patient groups supporting the mission of the National Institute on Aging. In her capacity as Chair, Dr. Acquaviva led the coalition in efforts to advocate on behalf of the NIA through the annual congressional budget and appropriations process and promote NIA research activities by sponsoring briefings for congressional staff. Regarding this work, President and CEO of the Alliance for Aging Research Sue Peschin writes that Dr. Acquaviva "is a politically astute advocate for aging research, and led the way to an increase in funding in the President's budget for Alzheimer's research at the NIH by $130 million, by systematically enlisting support from the White House, NIH, and Congress." The founder of the Alliance for Aging Research, Dan Perry, writes that Dr. Acquaviva "performed superbly... advocating for the science-based agency before Members of Congress and staff, media, and other key stakeholders" and "is recognized by her peers as a leader in the science and public policy realms of medical and social gerontology."
Dr. Acquaviva has a Ph.D. in Human Sexuality Education from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, an M.S.W. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice, and a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania College of Arts and Sciences. She is an AASECT-Certified Sexuality Educator. | health |
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http://ihp.msu.edu/index.php/cshcs | 2018-08-15T19:26:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221210249.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20180815181003-20180815201003-00063.warc.gz | 0.902397 | 721 | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__210997143 | en | CSHCS 2018 ANNUAL MEETING
June 7, 2018
Gaylord or Marquette (choose one location)
8:30am - 3:30pmUniversity Club at Gaylord
80 Livingston Blvd
Gaylord, MI 49735
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Marquette, MI 49855
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June 12, 2018
8:30am - 3:30pmGreater Lansing Association of Realtors (GLAR)
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Lansing, MI 48911
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Children's Special Healthcare Services is pleased to announce open registration for the 2018 CSHCS Annual Meeting:
Learners at this one-day training will:
- Define palliative care for children;
- identify the difference between hospice and palliative care for children;
- describe palliative care efforts and initiatives in MI for children;
- articulate a family and patient centered overview of palliative care;
- describe meaningful family experiences utilizing palliative care;
- identify the ideal role of primary care in the care team/coordinating care;
- identify community resources for children with special health care needs
Desired Outcome: Attendees will identify meaningful, family and patient-centered palliative care services for children coordinated through primary care, using community resources and family experiences.
There is a $15 meeting registration fee which covers breakfast, lunch, Continuing Education and all training materials.
Telephone and e-mail registration will not be accepted.
Continuing Education: Contact hours for nursing and social work will be available for eligible participants who attend the entire meeting.
Continuing Nursing Education (CNE): 5.42 CNE contact hours will be provided to eligible nurses who participate in the entire event and submit a completed evaluation. No partial credit will be awarded. Michigan State University College of Nursing is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (OBN-001-91), (OH-294, 08/01/18).
Social Work Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH): 5 CECHs for social work. Michigan State University School of Social Work, provider #1136, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) Program. Michigan State University School of Social Work maintains responsibility for the program. ASWB Approval Period: 6/14/2016 – 6/14/2019. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits. Social workers participating in these courses will receive 5 continuing education clock hours for this event. We are also an approved Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative Provider (provider #0001) for all programs through August 2018. ADA requests or grievances can be made by contacting our office at [email protected] or (517) 353–3060. Social workers in other jurisdictions should contact their regulatory board to determine workshop eligibility. Policies, procedures, presenter bios, and additional information will be available at socialwork.msu.edu/ceu under “Co-Sponsored Programs.” This program is recommended for LBSW and LMSW beginning and intermediate skill levels. | health |
http://northlanders.co.nz/wellness/eco-store-opens-in-whangarei/?fbclid=IwAR27t33HzLL5DyLmE97fQH9E3zyDIBiHhvM-BwFGLtRq2TkEklRqhZevH54 | 2019-01-22T12:19:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583850393.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20190122120040-20190122142040-00635.warc.gz | 0.964005 | 504 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__33522159 | en | Eco store opens in Whangarei
It all started with a bad case of ‘trigger finger’ and the healing properties of squid – and now, an enterprising mother and daughter duo have opened a new ecologically conscious store in Whangarei.
Eko Hub opened on 31 Finlayson St at the start of March and is owned and managed by mother and daughter team Susanne Cates-Otto and Jane Cotterill.
The business idea all started when Susanne developed a bad case of ‘trigger finger’ while working at her partner’s fish bait factory in Waipu.
“She noticed that while working with squid her finger began to improve. She started researching the benefits of calamari oil and decided to formulate an oil made with calamari oil and other natural ingredients,” says Jane.
She regained full movement, without the need for surgery.
“Calamari has around four times the omega three than fish oil. Many people know the benefits of fish and calamari oil tablets, but we decided to go that bit further and turn it into an effective topical treatment to help minimise the inflammation and discomfort for joints and muscles,” she says.
The duo created the oil under their new range of Wicked Sensation NZ products which they developed as an alternative to chemically laden cosmetics and household items. They also started creating magnesium creams.
She says the feedback on the topical calamari oil has been astounding.
“We have literally watched people regain movement in front of our eyes. We have people say that they have gravely reduced pain medication, some are able to garden and knit again, and the most common feedback has been that their quality of life has improved.”
The store also stocks and supports other Northland, natural cosmetics suppliers, such as Dirty Hippy, Bee Kind, Helmsdale Hives’ Honey, Blants NZ and Honey Wax Wraps.
They also encourage the use of alternatives to single-use plastics and sell a range of products from organic cosmetics, loose organic teas, natural laundry powders, stainless steel products, bamboo toothbrushes and ingredients to make your own products.
“We even have a mini library where people can donate and borrow books of their choice.”
Jane and Susanne are hoping to one day open more stores and hope to collaborate with other eco-minded stores and services.
By Christine Allen | health |
http://graf-moiblog.blogspot.com/2017/03/more-than-two-thirds-of-cancer.html | 2018-12-18T12:46:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376829399.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20181218123521-20181218145521-00455.warc.gz | 0.957807 | 630 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__8556734 | en | A new study found that more than two-thirds of cancer-causing mutations are the result of random DNA-copying mistakes when normal cells divide. (Cancer cell illustration by iStock)
More than two-thirds of cancer-causing mutations are the result of random mistakes in DNA replication that occur when normal cells divide, according to a paper published Thursday. The study is sure to renew a vigorous debate over how much people can do to prevent cancer and how much is unavoidable.
The researchers, mathematician Cristian Tomasetti and cancer geneticist Bert Vogelstein, both of Johns Hopkins University, set out to determine what proportion of cancer mutations are due to unpredictable DNA-copying errors — as opposed to the two other main contributors to cancer, inherited genes and environmental factors, such as smoking and obesity.
For their study, published in Science, the scientists used a mathematical model that analyzed genome sequencing and epidemiological data for 32 types of cancer. Overall, they concluded, 66 percent of mutations that contribute to cancer are due to unavoidable DNA-replication mistakes, while 29 percent are attributable to environmental factors and 5 percent to heredity. That doesn't mean that two-thirds of cancer cases are caused by random copying errors, they said; it can take three, four or more mutations to make a cell turn malignant.
Moreover, the proportion of mutations due to random copying errors varies depending on the cancer, the researchers said. Random DNA-replication mistakes account for about 77 percent of critical mutations in pancreatic cancer, and virtually all childhood cancer, they said. By contrast, they concluded that more than two-thirds of the mutations in lung cancer were due to environmental factors, mostly smoking.
Humans have trillions of cells, which are constantly regenerating by dividing and making new cells. But each time DNA is copied, the scientists said, an average of three random mistakes will occur. While most are harmless, a small number affect genes that will promote cancer.
The new research builds on a 2015 study that highlighted the role of “bad luck” — random DNA errors — in developing cancer. That study drew vehement protests from some cancer physicians and researchers who worried it would encourage people to take a fatalistic approach to cancer rather than trying to reduce their cancer risk by maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, eating a good diet and avoiding cigarettes.
The Hopkins researchers have said their earlier work was widely misinterpreted. Nevertheless, in a news briefing earlier this week, they took pains to stress that their study was consistent with estimates that 40 percent of cancers can be prevented, and urged the public to pursue healthy lifestyles.
But they also said it is important for scientists and the public to recognize that a large percentage of cancer mutations occur no matter how pristine the environment or how laudable someone's lifestyle choices.
“Most of the enemies are inside us — they are already here,” Vogelstein said, referring to the random cancer-causing mutations. He said that science needs to find better ways to detect cancer early, when there is a greater chance of curing it. | health |
https://ae.naroomask.com/ultimate-guide-to-sun-protection-for-cyclists-and-runners/ | 2022-12-01T10:51:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710808.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20221201085558-20221201115558-00416.warc.gz | 0.943086 | 1,607 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__229683891 | en | Serious athletes are a different breed. There isn’t much that deters them from training, and training hard. They don’t shy away from training simply because the weather is too hot or because the sun is too bright. Dedication keeps them going, no matter the cost. Training at high temperatures under the blazing sun is common for athletes in many parts of the world. However, without the right protective gear, they stand the risk of developing multiple health issues due to the heat and UV rays. What risks are associated with sun exposure? Sun exposure can cause more than a sunburn. It can result in a number of skin-related diseases and issues that are very easily prevented. According to research: • The sun’s UV radiation carries potentially harmful UV-A (longer wave) and UV-B (shorter wave) radiation. If overexposed to these rays, athletes may suffer accelerated aging, irreversible skin damage and multiple skin cancers. • UV-B rays, usually most intense in spring and summer, cause tanning and skin burns, both of which can cause damaged skin cells and a higher cancer risk. According to the Mayo Clinic, exercising in hot weather stresses the body and can cause: • Heat cramps: Painful muscle contractions that often show up during exercise, accompanied by spasms and unnatural muscle firmness. • Heat syncope and exercise-associated collapse: Nausea, lightheadedness and fainting occurring in high temperatures. Heat exhaustion: When body temperature becomes unnaturally high, it can lead to vomiting, nausea, fainting, weakness, and more. • Heatstroke: A life threatening condition in which body temperature is higher than 40 degrees celsius. How can athletes protect themselves from the sun? Simply put, cover up. Athletes need to wear a face mask or face cover that guards their faces and necks from extreme exposure to UV rays They also need to wear sunscreen consistently, hydrate at regular intervals, and be mindful of how their bodies arey is responding or reacting to the immediate environment. How to do that during hot weather training? Start Early It is best to workout and train as early in the day as possible, as it helps avoid the strongest and most harmful temperatures during the day. Carrie McCusker, a level 2 TrainingPeaks coach and a lifelong athlete, advises athletes to avoid the sun during its peak hours. She writes in her blog – “It is never too early or too late to start protecting your skin. Don’t be lulled into complacency by youth or less-sunny climes.” Hence, as far as possible, train early in the morning or after the sun goes down. A brisk morning workout sets the perfect tone for an active day. On the other hand, evening workouts are excellent for unwinding after a sedentary day. To be on the safe side, check the UV index before stepping out for exercise. Sun protection is required when UV levels are 3 or higher. Liberally Apply Sunscreen Few things are as painful and annoying as sunburns. They will disrupt workout schedules and can leave you inactive for days. To prevent this, apply SPF 50+ broad spectrum, water resistant sunscreen to clean, dry skin 15 minutes (or more) before stepping out. Carry the sunscreen without you and reapply every couple of hours if you aren’t back inside yet. Replenish Electrolytes If you’re venturing on moderate exercise for about 60 minutes, make sure to keep drinking water throughout. Don’t leave home without drinking at least 16 ounces of water. As per Kate Lemere, a fitness trainer and writer in the city of Chicago, one should “plan to spend 20% of your work day in the bathroom. If you have a large water bottle with you you’ll be more inclined to drink it, so buy a water bottle that is 40+ ounces so you don’t have to refill as often and make a goal to drink 3-4 of them throughout the day.” In case your workout is high-intensity and/or lasting more than an hour, switch to sports drinks with electrolytes (sodium, chloride and potassium). The human body needs these minerals to make up for fluids lost through sweating, and keep itself going without collapsing or being harmed. Gear Up with Protective Clothing “How can I protect my face from the sun naturally?” Pick out and wear workout clothes that have UV protection and material designed for easy movement. Rebecca Louise, a global fitness NASM Certified Trainer, correctly says, “As the temperature changes, our clothing needs to change too. In this case, we want them to be light and breathable. The more clothing that you put on, the more energy you drain!” We agree – lighter clothing is better for sun protection. Consider wearing clothes made up of sweat wicking material like – dry fit, nylon or polyester nylon blend – material that keeps the body cool. Wear a hat and sunglasses. The sun’s rays often reflect off surfaces like roads, sidewalks, sand and snow and hit the face, blasting it with harmful UV radiation. What Can You Do About Sun Exposure? Let’s be honest. Professional athletes can’t be running around with inconvenient hats and sunglasses that may fall off at the slightest provocation (what if you ran too fast or jumped too high?) They need something designed to give them guaranteed protection, no matter how hot it gets. Enter the expert: EX-SHADER: Designed for Sports People who Train in the Sun In an effort to provide athletes with the best protective gear, NAROO has created EX-SHADER fabric found in the N0 neck gaiter and N0U mask Equipped with sun protection mesh technology that provides 92% UV protection, this easy breathing fabric provides fans of the outdoors with great ventilation and quick-drying properties facilitating easy-breathing and comfort in the heat. It also addresses a major concern that athletes have: finding a breathable face cover that will let them undertake strenuous physical activity in the heat of the blazing sun. The best masks for hot weather are those which let the wearer breathe effortlessly even in the middle of intense physical activity and get all the oxygen they need – without excessive sweating on the face and neck. NAROO created these masks fit with breathable, UV protective EX-SHADER fabric. EX-SHADER is an interlocking mesh fabric structure comprising tightly-knit, net-like holes that offers 3 layers of UV protection whether you need a neck gaiter for fishing in the summer or a face mask for cycling in sunny mountain altitudes. Common mesh fabric, while very breathable and lightweight, is not effective against UV rays. That’s where the EX-SHADER shines – the interlocking fabric provides dependable UV protection where regular mesh cannot. Specific benefits of the EX-SHADER: • Structured in a way that provides ventilation and comfort in high heat. • Built so that the wearer can breathe easily even when performing strenuous physical activity. • Manufactured from proprietary NAROO Mesh Fabric that provides 92% sun protection • Dries quickly, even in hot, humid environments. • Reduces chances of skin ailments and associated illnesses caused by heat and sun exposure. • Easy to wash, clean, and maintain between uses. NAROO’s breathable sports masks have been inspected and certified by a number of prestigious verification bodies. Each line offers a unique solution to environmental problems that athletes often encounter. They are an important part of the active individual lifestyle, designed to protect them from environmental factors responsible for damaged health. Through consistent research and real-world upgrades, NAROO masks offer high levels of protection for individuals with active lifestyles, be it in the sun, rain, snow or wind. | health |
http://whatisatelomere.org/telomeres-and-alzheimers-disease/ | 2016-04-29T06:00:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-18/segments/1461860110764.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20160428161510-00093-ip-10-239-7-51.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.941819 | 547 | CC-MAIN-2016-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-18__0__63060781 | en | Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia.
Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—and behavioral abilities, to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities.
Dementia ranges in severity from the mildest stage, when it is just beginning to affect a person’s functioning, to the most severe stage, when the person must depend completely on others for basic activities of daily living.
There is no cure for the disease, which worsens as it progresses, and eventually leads to death
Most often, AD is diagnosed in people over 65 years of age, although the less-prevalent early-onset Alzheimer’s can occur much earlier.
In 2006, there were 26.6 million sufferers worldwide. Alzheimer’s is predicted to affect 1 in 85 people globally by 2050.
As the disease advances, symptoms can include confusion, irritability and aggression, mood swings, trouble with language, and long-term memory loss. As the sufferer declines they often withdraw from family and society.Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death.
Alzheimer’s disease is characterised by loss of neurons and synapses in the cerebral cortex and certain subcortical regions. This loss results in gross atrophy of the affected regions, including degeneration in the temporal lobe and parietal lobe, and parts of the frontal cortex and cingulate gyrus.
Studies using MRI and PET have documented reductions in the size of specific brain regions in people with AD as they progressed from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s disease, and in comparison with similar images from healthy older adults
Currently there are about 280,000 Australians living with dementia. Experts suggest that as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s disease.
Scientific papers have been published which state that :
Telomere shortening correlates with Alzheimer’s disease status. ( Click Here for original article )
Alzheimer’s is one of the conditions that are associated with short Telomeres.
Remember what happened in Dr DePinho’s mice when the Telomeres were lengthened, the brains of the old mice increased from 75% of normal size back to normal size. View the video here
The fact that Dr De Pinho has shown that ‘Aged Tissues Have a Point of Return’ and the development of Telomerase Activators will prove to be one of the GREATEST MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGHS of all time ! | health |
https://www.statetrustlife.com/en/risk-management/risk-due-to-illness-and-accident/ | 2022-12-01T07:19:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710801.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20221201053355-20221201083355-00800.warc.gz | 0.886926 | 170 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__24425682 | en | The Potential Life Years Lost (PLYL) indicator has been widely used to quantify the causes of premature deaths and design public health policies, both domestically and internationally. This index measures deaths caused by:
Non-contagious diseases: Cancer; diabetes; mental disorders; neurological conditions; cardiovascular and respiratory diseases; sensory organ conditions, such as cataracts and glaucoma; digestive and genitourinary diseases; skin and musculoskeletal conditions; congenital deformities, and other conditions.
Contagious diseases: Infectious and parasitic diseases, respiratory infections, maternal and neonatal conditions, and nutritional deficiencies.
Accidents: Traffic, poisoning, falls, fires, drowning, natural disasters, self-mutilation, interpersonal violence, collective violence and legal interventions.
Life Years Lost due to Illness or Accidents | health |
https://bicyclebroker.ca/partnerprograms/ | 2022-12-07T21:11:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711218.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20221207185519-20221207215519-00611.warc.gz | 0.946138 | 116 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__128838190 | en | Not everyone is involved in a business that has their own health insurance policy, or group benefits plan. Extended health coverage offers individuals similar coverage to that of a benefits package, but on a single person basis. This product comes in handy when dealing with owner-operator entrepreneurs, contract workers and professionals who aren’t connected to a benefit plan. Coverage items inside of an extended health policy can include: vision, prescription drugs, dental visits, chiropractic and wellness appointments, etc. Speak with Bicycle Broker today and find out if this is the right fit for your situation. | health |
https://www.tankrec.com/media-hub/were-hiking-for-man-down-300794/ | 2024-04-24T00:26:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818835.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423223805-20240424013805-00145.warc.gz | 0.965469 | 117 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__89649593 | en | We are proud to support Man Down, a men's mental health charity close to our hearts that supports men struggling with mental health who may not feel comfortable seeking traditional help. On June 9th, our team will hike 50 miles up and down the Cornish coastline through the night to raise funds and awareness for this vital cause. We are committed to promoting mental health awareness and wellbeing in our workplace and beyond. We recognize the importance of supporting our team members and the wider community in times of need. Together, we can make a difference and support those who are struggling with their mental health. | health |
https://pramodmohanan.net/uncategorised/anavar-10-manufactured-by-sis-labs-is-a-widely/ | 2024-02-28T22:35:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474746.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228211701-20240229001701-00428.warc.gz | 0.92479 | 825 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__31625461 | en | Anavar 10, manufactured by SIS Labs, is a widely used oral steroid that is known for its powerful anabolic effects. It contains the
Anavar 10 by SIS Labs is a popular anabolic steroid known for its potential to promote muscle growth and enhance athletic performance. When it comes to dosage, it is important to follow the recommended guidelines to avoid any potential side effects and maximize the benefits.
Anavar 10 SIS LABS Dosage: Unveiling the Optimal Way to Use It
Are you ready to take your bodybuilding journey to the next level? Look no further than Anavar 10 from SIS LABS. Known for its impressive muscle-building and fat-burning properties, this powerful anabolic steroid has gained immense popularity among fitness enthusiasts. However, it is crucial to understand the correct dosage and usage guidelines to maximize its benefits while minimizing potential side effects.
The Basics of Anavar 10
Anavar 10 is the brand name for Oxandrolone, a synthetic derivative of dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This oral steroid is renowned for its mild nature, making it a Anavar 10 SIS LABS legal popular choice among both male and female users. It promotes lean muscle mass development, enhances strength, and aids in cutting cycles by reducing body fat.
Understanding Dosage Recommendations
When it comes to Anavar 10, dosage recommendations can vary depending on several factors such as gender, experience level, and desired outcomes. Here is a general guideline:
- Beginner Male Users: Start with a daily dosage of 30-50mg, gradually increasing to 50-80mg over time.
- Advanced Male Users: 80-100mg per day is considered an optimal range. However, it is crucial to monitor your body’s response and consult a healthcare professional.
- Female Users: Due to Anavar’s mildness, women can tolerate higher dosages than most other steroids. A daily dose of 5-20mg is generally well-tolerated, but caution should always be exercised.
Anavar 10 cycles typically last 6-8 weeks. However, it is important to note that prolonged usage or exceeding recommended dosages can increase the risk of adverse effects. It is advisable to consult a medical professional before starting any steroid cycle to ensure safety and optimal results.
Combining Anavar 10 with Other Compounds
Anavar 10 is often combined with other compounds to amplify its effects or achieve specific goals. For example:
- For Cutting: Anavar 10 can be stacked with compounds like Winstrol or Clenbuterol to enhance fat loss while preserving muscle mass.
- For Bulking: Combining Anavar 10 with testosterone-based compounds like Testosterone Enanthate can lead to increased muscle mass and strength gains.
However, always remember that combining different substances may require additional caution and monitoring. Consulting an expert is highly recommended to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Potential Side Effects
Anavar 10 is generally well-tolerated when used responsibly. However, as with any steroid, there are potential side effects to be aware of, including:
- Liver Toxicity: Anavar is a C17-alpha alkylated compound, which means it can strain the liver. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid excessive dosage and limit cycles to recommended durations.
- Hormonal Imbalance: Anavar can suppress natural testosterone production. A post-cycle therapy (PCT) plan is essential to restore hormone balance after discontinuing its use.
- Virilization in Females: Women may experience masculinizing effects if using high doses or extending the cycle duration. Pay attention to signs such as voice deepening, facial hair growth, or clitoral enlargement.
It is crucial to prioritize your health and well-being when using Anavar 10 or any other anabolic steroid. Always follow the recommended dosage, monitor your body’s response, and consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance. | health |
https://lovelyvita.com/benefits-of-getting-a-professional-scalp-massage/ | 2024-02-27T22:53:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474688.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227220707-20240228010707-00563.warc.gz | 0.921114 | 498 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__100828585 | en | Getting a professional scalp massage can offer a range of benefits for your overall well-being. Here are some of the advantages:
- Stress reduction: Scalp massages are incredibly relaxing and can help alleviate stress and tension. The gentle kneading and circular motions performed by a professional masseuse can help relax the muscles in your scalp, neck, and shoulders, releasing built-up tension and promoting a sense of calm and relaxation.
- Improved blood circulation: Scalp massages stimulate blood flow to the scalp, which can enhance the delivery of oxygen and essential nutrients to the hair follicles. Improved circulation can promote healthier hair growth and contribute to overall scalp health.
- Enhanced hair condition: By increasing blood circulation to the scalp, a scalp massage can help nourish the hair follicles and promote healthier hair growth. It can also help distribute the natural oils produced by your scalp, leading to improved hair texture, shine, and manageability.
- Stress relief and headache reduction: Tension headaches and migraines can be triggered by stress and muscle tension in the scalp and neck area. A professional scalp massage can help alleviate headaches by reducing muscle tension and promoting relaxation.
- Increased relaxation and improved sleep quality: The relaxing nature of a scalp massage can help you unwind and reduce anxiety. It can also promote better sleep by easing tension and inducing a state of relaxation, leading to improved sleep quality.
- Scalp health promotion: Regular scalp massages can help maintain a healthy scalp by removing dead skin cells, excess oil, and product buildup. This can prevent issues like dandruff, dryness, and itching, leading to a cleaner and healthier scalp environment.
- Improved mental clarity and focus: Scalp massages have been shown to stimulate the release of endorphins and promote relaxation. This can result in improved mental clarity, focus, and productivity, making it beneficial for those who need to concentrate or have demanding mental tasks.
- Sense of well-being: Overall, a scalp massage can provide a soothing and pleasurable experience. It can contribute to a sense of well-being and offer a break from daily stresses, helping you feel rejuvenated and revitalized.
While a professional scalp massage offers numerous benefits, it’s important to consider any potential contraindications or medical conditions you may have. If you have any concerns or specific health conditions, it’s advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before receiving a scalp massage. | health |
https://globalwell-being.org/well-being/ | 2019-12-12T23:59:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540547536.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20191212232450-20191213020450-00393.warc.gz | 0.959497 | 567 | CC-MAIN-2019-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__67210348 | en | We all have a deep Emotional Need to be part of a community or a “tribe” and to feel connected to others in a meaningful way. However, living in a community that does not love and accept us can leave us feeling lonely in a crowd. In fact, UCLA states that 3 out of 4 people in the U.S. show signs of serious loneliness. They found a
connection between loneliness and a premature death. Approximately 42.6 million adults over age 45 in the United States are estimated to be suffering from chronic loneliness. The Harvard Study of Adult Development discovered that loneliness seems to be a better predictor of people's physical health at age 80 than their cholesterol levels.
According to the responses from Gallop polls gathered over several decades in over 150 countries, the number of people who report a sense of well-being on all seven levels are less than 7%. And based upon the growing number of people on anti-depressants, that number is on the decline for all types of people, regardless of race, religion, or
nationality. This workbook intends to explore this subject and pinpoint the gaps in our support system that might be responsible in part for the wide-spread lack of well-being around the world. What is missing in today’s society that
produces such loneliness and despair? Once identified, we can focus our think tanks filling in those gaps. We hope that every participant will join us for this important next step on their pathway to greater well-being.
This workshop starts by teaching how to create an environment of well-being. You will learn the 7 Elements of Well-Being and become familiar with the emotional needs that are common to all people no matter what their unique circumstances may be. Knowing this, we can formulate a plan that will assist any group in their goal of creating an environment of well-being.
Over the course of 10 30-minute sessions, this workshop you will learn how to gain well-being as well as how to offer well-being to others. You will be taught how to create an environment of well-being in your home, your school, or your workplace.
Learning the difference between “basic needs” and “emotional needs” you will learn the art of self-care that will improve their own well-being significantly. About half-way through the 10 sessions the program takes a fundamental shift in perspective from gaining well-being to offering well-being. This shift causes immediate improvements in your overall sense of well-being, elevating yourself from the "needy recipient" to the "compassionate hero." You will be
empowered to change the world around you through projects that we accomplish as a group. Every project starts as a Well-Being Think Tank. | health |
http://www.teethtoday.com/doctor-locator/ | 2017-09-21T15:53:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818687833.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20170921153438-20170921173438-00044.warc.gz | 0.958025 | 164 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__71440576 | en | The TeethToday Doctor Locator is a list of doctors who voluntarily agreed to have their names and information included in this directory and is compiled based on the information provided by the individual doctors. The doctors listed are not affiliated with any of the companies within the Straumann Group. The listing of a doctor on the doctor finder is not an endorsement or recommendation of the doctor or their services by the Straumann Group and the Straumann Group assumes no liability for the services performed by the doctors. The doctor finder does not contain sufficient information with which to verify the doctor’s credentials or good standing with local state dental licensing boards. You are responsible for conducting your own research regarding the doctor’s capabilities to fit your needs and you are making an independent personal decision regarding which doctor to contact and contract for services. | health |
http://mauisuprental.com/quick-fit-three-workouts-you-need/ | 2023-09-25T08:47:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233508959.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20230925083430-20230925113430-00478.warc.gz | 0.887467 | 1,109 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__268116174 | en | If you’re looking to stay in shape or gearing up for a race, fitness guru and SUP racer Chase Kosterlitz recently launched an online training program, Paddle Society, for paddlers of all different skill levels. If you are training to be a SUP racer, she recommends three different focused SUP workouts to build strength and stamina necessary to be a successful paddle racer. Remember to listen to your body, take rest days, alternate the intensity level of your workouts and always remember to pace yourself.
Sprint Interval Workout
Interval training is built on alternating short, high-intensity bursts of speed with slower recovery phases in a single session. By performing high-intensity intervals that produce lactic acid during practice, the body adapts and burns lactic acid more efficiently during other exercises. This results in exercise at a higher intensity for a longer period of time before fatigue or pain slows you down. This will result in a more intense exercise that lasts for a longer period of time before any pain or fatigue slows you down.
Try the interval workout below for a great way to improve your anaerobic system and sprint form. Be sure that you maintain sound technique when you’re sprinting, don’t simply slap the water while increasing stroke rate. Focus on making a solid catch before initiating your power phase. Lastly, always take an easier day of training before and after this workout. It’s a tough one!
- 15-minute warm-up at 70-80 percent max heart rate (see sidebar).
- 10 x 1-minute maximum effort sprints with a 1-minute rest between sprints.
- 10-minute cool-down at 60 to 70 percent max heart rate.
While sprint training will develop your anaerobic system, longer distance workouts at a lower intensity will help develop the aerobic system. Start doing these longer workouts earlier in your season to establish an aerobic base before heavy loads of anaerobic sprint workouts.
Distance workouts do not need to be completed in a monotonous stretch at a single intensity. You can get more bang for your buck by alternating intensities during distance workouts. This will keep the workout engaging and realistically simulate race conditions, where paddlers frequently change pace.
- 10-minute warm-up at 60-70 percent max heart rate.
- 15 minutes at 80 to 90 percent max heart rate.
- After 15 minutes, 1-minute sprint at max effort.
- Repeat three times for a total of one hour at 80-90 percent max heart rate and 4 x 1-minute max sprint efforts.
- 10-minute cool-down, 60-70 percent.
Cross Training Workout
The best way to train for paddling is through functional, sport-specific movements on your board. Training on the water is important, but training off the water helps you to become a complete athlete, prevents injury and maximizes your paddling potential.
You don’t need to go to the gym and lift weights to make performance gains through cross-training. Use this workout as a great way to improve your strength and prevent injury from overtraining on your board.
Complete the exercises below as a circuit with 1-minute rests between each exercise. Complete four circuits.
1) Push Ups
Beginner: 20 reps
Advanced: 30 reps
Place your hands shoulder-width apart and at chest level. Draw shoulder blades back and down, keeping elbows tucked close to your body as you lower your chest to the ground. Keeping your core engaged, exhale as you push back to the starting position and repeat.
2) Kneeling Opposites
Beginner: 24 reps
Advanced: 24 reps
Engage your core. From a kneeling position on all fours, extend your right arm and left leg. Return your limbs to center and extend your left arm and right leg. Repeat.
3) Body Weight Squat
Beginner: 10 reps (each leg)
Advanced: 12 reps (each leg)
Standing on one leg, lower all the way down. Stabilize with your center of gravity over your grounded foot. Keep your core engaged and chest up. Keep your non-working leg extended straight out and arms extended. Do both legs if one leg is too difficult.
4) Fire Hydrants
Beginner: 12 reps (each leg)
Advanced: 12 reps (each leg)
Start on all fours, knees directly under your hips and hands directly below your shoulders. Keep your back and neck straight and look forward. Keeping your knee bent, raise your right leg out to the side until your thigh is parallel to the floor like a dog peeing on a fire hydrant.
5) Pull Ups
Beginner: 6 reps
Advanced: 12 reps
Grip the bar with your palms down and arms about shoulder-width apart. Pull yourself up by pulling your elbows down to the floor. Keep your elbows close. Pull yourself all the way up until your chin passes the bar. Lower yourself all the way down until your arms are nearly straight. Breathe. Repeat.
Bonus tip: Heart rate
While heart rate benchmarks vary based on the individual, subtracting your age from 220 is a commonly recommended method for calculating what your max heart rate should be. When training, wear a heart rate monitor so you get immediate feedback about your training effort and minimize any guesswork. | health |
http://dreamdentalsf.blogspot.com/2011/09/ | 2019-07-22T09:36:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195527907.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20190722092824-20190722114824-00310.warc.gz | 0.93679 | 531 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__135892718 | en | In addition to dental school training at UCSF, Dr. Biana Roykh has received advanced training at the University of Nevada School of Medicine Dental General Practice where she treated pediatric patients both in the office and hospital settings. Dream Dental welcomes families to bring their children for routine check ups. The American Dental Association recommends your baby’s first visit to take place as early as 6 months. It is important for your children to start building a positive relationship with your dentist, so that the check ups are fun and free of discomfort. Dr. Roykh enjoys treating children in her office and she works closely with many pediatricians in the San Francisco community.
What to expect on your child’s first visit?
1. You will be welcomed by our friendly staff and be asked to fill out a medical history form for your child and a couple of office forms. Please note, a parent or a legal guardian must be present for the first visit.
2. Our team member will escort you and your child into a treatment room.
3. Dr. Roykh will come in and ask you about your child’s medical and dental history.
4. Your child will receive a check up exam, which will include evaluation of the temperomandibular joint, oral soft tissues (tongue, cheeks, lips, gums), and the teeth.
5. If your child has molar teeth (either primary or permanent), a couple of check up x-rays may be recommended at that time. Also, if there are areas of suspicious decay or self-reported problem areas, Dr. Roykh will recommend x-rays there.
6. You are welcome to be present in the treatment room during your child’s examination.
7. At the end of the exam, Dr. Roykh will review all the findings and make any necessary recommendations. You will have ample opportunity to ask the doctor any questions you may have. No dental treatment will be performed until all your questions are answered.
8. Your child will then receive a dental cleaning, which will include thorough removal of plaque, calculus or tartar stains and a polish of all the teeth with delicious kid-friendly paste (bubble gum, cherry, strawberry shortcake).
9. To congratulate your child on a job well-done, our friendly staff will offer him/her to pick a fun toy from the treasure chest.
Thank you for your interest in our office. Don’t wait and please call now to schedule your child’s check up exam – (415) 513-5433. | health |
https://archive.zoella.co.uk/2013/01/review-emma-hardie-amazing-face.html | 2024-02-28T10:19:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474700.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228080245-20240228110245-00013.warc.gz | 0.967798 | 856 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__155843432 | en | This might not come as much of a surprise to you, that after so many fellow beauty fanatics raved on and on about this cleanser, I had to try it out for myself to see what all the hype was about. I ordered the ‘Emma Hardie Amazing Face Natural Lift and Sculpt Professional Cleansing and Exfoliating System’ (that’s quite the mouthful). It contains the Moringa cleansing balm, aromatherapy infused rosehip exfoliating seeds and the buff and polish cleansing cloth. Being a complete lover and addict of the Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish, I considered myself quite brave for stepping out of my comfort zone and steady skincare regime to give this a whirl. Totalling at £33.60 for the whole kit, this cleanser isn’t cheap, but I also don’t consider that sky high for good quality skincare. After all, we have to spend a decent amount of money on our skin to enable us to have the perfect canvas for makeup.
The cleansing balm itself is contains moringa seed extract, wild sea fennel and vitamin E to minimize the appearance of pores. Orange, Neroli and Mandarin extracts to rejuvenate and revitalise and Jasmine, Cedarwood and Rose to help re-hydrate and re-condition dry or dull skin. It also claims to be very calming on sensitive skin too. I really like the smell of the cleanser, it smells really fresh and natural (none of that strong artificial stuff). I actually prefer the scent of this to my trusty cleanse and polish as it is a lot more subtle. I wasn’t sure that I would get to grips with smoothing an oily balm over my face as opposed to a cream but it’s pleasantly nice. The balm breaks down all traces of makeup and is safe to use on eyes too (nothing worse than getting cleanser in your eye and hopping around your bathroom in pain splashing water at your face).
When I first looked at the size of the tub, I was a bit apprehensive about how long it would last me, but a little goes a really long way. I find that a £2 coin sized dollop is enough to do a whole face (bearing in mind I have a pea head) and then a little extra swipe afterwards if my makeup is a bit on the heavy side. I can see this lasting a lot longer than I initially thought. I also really love the cloth that is provided with this. I thought I’d forever be a muslin cloth girl, but the soft, gentle flannel is so much nicer to use on my skin. Saying that, it’s not as exfoliating, which is where the rosehip exfoliating seeds come in. You can incorporate these into the balm, and gently scrub your skin with the cleanser to give yourself a pampering treat. I have also enjoyed using these, however I don’t use them very regularly as I prefer to just use the cleansing balm on it’s own. You can also use the balm as a face treatment when left on for 10 minutes and wiped away.
Since using the Emma Hardie cleanser, I have noticed a difference in the overall appearance of my skin. As someone with combination skin (oily and dry in places), it has definitely balanced it out, and the dry patches aren’t as dry and the oily patches aren’t as oily. I also feel as though my skin is a lot more hydrated and looks a lot more healthy. I also just really enjoy using this on my skin, it’s a real treat when it’s the end of the day and I can use this to remove my makeup, I almost look forward to it. As this cleanser is so gentle and natural, I would say that it is suitable for most, if not all skin types. If you haven’t ever tried a balm, or the thought scares you a little, I really advise that you give it a go, like me you might be pleasantly surprised. | health |
https://www.lucindaharttherapy.co.uk/lucindaharttherapprice-availability | 2022-05-26T13:24:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662606992.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20220526131456-20220526161456-00058.warc.gz | 0.935687 | 237 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__151715283 | en | I currently have spaces available for online or phone therapy Tuesday-Friday.
For face to face therapy, I work from Banbury on a Tuesday and Wednesday
When you feel ready, the next step is to get in touch, you may feel more comfortable emailing me initially with some brief details about your situation and to check availability. We can also organise a free 15 minute phone call if that would be more comfortable for you to ask any questions you may have before arranging a first session.
Each session lasts 50 minutes. and I charge on £55 for individuals and £75 for couples. We can talk about affordability in our first session or our initial telephone conversation.
In our initial session we will get to know each other and look at your goals for our time together. Some people, when they choose to work with me, are looking for short term therapy of between 6-12 weeks and some people prefer something longer.
I have a 48hr cancellation policy. If you miss a session and do not cancel before this time, the usual price will be charged.
To see a copy of my contract and privacy statement click on this document | health |
https://vape.works/product-category/vape-brands/juul/ | 2020-07-03T17:01:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655882634.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20200703153451-20200703183451-00151.warc.gz | 0.918194 | 1,014 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__12110775 | en | JUUL vape knows that smoking alternatives can be complicated and intimidating, but believes that vaping can cause a positive impact on those who are looking to quit smoking. JUUL vape was created with those exact people in mind. JUUL wants you to break your traditional routine from your smoking days and begin a new journey with JUUL vape.
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Through years of research, JUUL has created a proprietary nicotine-containing e-liquid formulation, mixed and created under a quality-controlled process that abides by industry standards. Their nicotine comes from pharmaceutical grade tobacco plants, containing benzoic acid as part of their nicotine salts formulation and propylene glycol and glycerine to create a visible vapour.
JUUL Starter Kit with 4 Pods is a great option for those who have recently quit smoking and are looking to join the vape revolution. With a JUUL Starter Kit you will receive 1 rechargeable device, 1 magnetic USB charger, 4 JUUL pod cartridges (0.7ml) at 50 mg nicotine. Flavours include , Cool Mint, Fruit Medley, Creme Brulee and Virginia Tobacco. This easy-to-use starter kit is a perfect option for the recently quit smoker or for those who enjoy a light smoke throughout the day.
JUUL Canada offers a variety of amazing JUUL flavours that are guaranteed to tickle your taste buds and making the process of quitting smoking that much easier. Every JUUL pod flavour is a unique experience that everyone should be part of. Let’s have a look at the variety of flavours JUUL pods have to offer.
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When buying your JUUL products online there is no better place to buy vape juice online then Vape.Works. We offer hundreds of the best vape brands in Canada and provide the best vape deal online. Start your vape journey with Vape.Works today!
It’s always important to remember that things like refillable JUUL pods and THC JUUL pods are not manufactured by JUUL Canada and are in no way associated with JUUL. We do not recommend you buy these products. Refillable JUUL pods and THC JUUL pods are off-brand pods and may be unsafe to your health. | health |
https://visualeffectsoptometry.com/about-us-1 | 2023-06-05T20:39:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652161.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20230605185809-20230605215809-00329.warc.gz | 0.972593 | 447 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__70155607 | en | Dr. Vinh Dang received his Doctor of Optometry with honors from the Southern California College of Optometry in 2000, and his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California at Irvine. He is board certified in therapeutic ocular medications and Laser Refractive Surgery co-management. Dr. Dang enjoys playing tennis, rock climbing, and snow boarding.
Drs. Nguyen and Dang met in Optometry school and have been married since April 2002. They currently reside in Brea with with their two daughters, Phoebe and Presley.
Dr. Liz Nguyen completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California at San Diego and earned her Doctor of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry in 2000. She is board certified to diagnose, manage, and treat various conditions and diseases of the eye. She is also certified in Laser Refractive Surgery co-management. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and specializes in difficult to fit contact lenses.
Diana has been with us since 2003. She is the known secret to our success. She knows everything there is to know about insurance, billing, and tracking down your contact lens rebates. She is also an awesome frame stylist. She has an “eye” for picking out the perfect color/style of frames for you every time. She loves all things Disney and Pokemon.
Daisy also joined our Visual Effects Optometry family in 2003. Daisy keeps our office running smoothly. She has a knack for finding the right frame for you. She knows how to pick out a minimal or funky style or anything in-between for your lifestyle. In her spare time, she loves to go dancing, seeing the latest movies, and hanging out at Disneyland.
Joining us in 2021, Michael is the newest member of our team. From helping you learn how to use contacts to finding the perfect frame, he is ready to help you with all of your vision needs. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, rock climbing, or spending the day at Disneyland. | health |
https://bakersfieldspca.org/services/spayneuter-program/ | 2022-12-06T04:48:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711069.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20221206024911-20221206054911-00589.warc.gz | 0.921146 | 304 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__18680288 | en | Spay and Neuter Programs
Critters without Litters
An affordable spay and neuter solution
The Bakersfield SPCA is thrilled to be able to refer Kern County residents to the new Critters without Litters Low Cost Spay and Neuter program. The mission of the nonprofit organization is to seek to end the preventable euthanasia of healthy, adoptable pets in Kern County through strong alliances with the community, local businesses and nonprofit organizations, to increase the number of cats and dogs that are spayed and neutered, while promoting animal health and safety within our community.
Pricing for cats is $40 for males and $50 for females. Pricing for dogs begins at $65 for males and $70 for females 60 pounds and under. For dogs 61 pounds or more, it’s $75 for males and $80 for females. Additional fees will be charged for in-heat or pregnant females, cryptorchidism (retained testicle) in males, or umbilical hernia repair.
The office is located at 4300 Stine Road, Suite 720 in Bakersfield and is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Appointments are necessary for spay/neuter surgery. Call Critters Without Litters at (661) 831-6000 to schedule an appointment. All pets must be secured in a carrier or on a leash when coming to the clinic for their appointment. | health |
https://thomasandgeorge.com/products/blitz-push-up-bars | 2019-04-20T16:16:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578529898.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20190420160858-20190420182858-00232.warc.gz | 0.906898 | 145 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__1308715 | en | Blitz Push Up Bars are ideal for fitness routines, physio exercises and daily workouts. Designed to strengthen the muscles in your back and shoulders, tone the muscles in your chest and biceps, and sculpt your upper arms and triceps depending on the position of the bars. The S-shaped frame is incredibly sturdy compared to other frames and is compact and lightweight whether used at home, in the gym or at the club. Made from a steel tube frame and high-density foam handles, the push up bars are stable, durable and slip-resistant, offering the perfect grip for the most intense workouts. Dimensions: 16cm x 22cm x 14cm height. Handles: 13cm long. 615g each. | health |
https://recoveryresiliency.com/recovery-services/case-management/ | 2024-04-14T00:40:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816863.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414002233-20240414032233-00066.warc.gz | 0.937382 | 292 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__59013253 | en | A case manager coordinates and manages the client’s aftercare plan and any other expectations. The case manager works with the entire clinical team to ensure all wellness recommendations are being met, such as psychiatric appointments, therapy appointments, medication compliance, drug testing, and any other recovery expectations. If so desired, the case manager can create a contract outlying the expectations of the loved one returning home or for financial support.
If you struggle with saying no, with implementing consequences or perhaps live out of state, a case manager can take the anxiety out of the process for you and more importantly, keep the person in recovery on track with their wellness plan. Having a case manager between you and your loved one lets you relax and focus on rebuilding trust and reconnection.
Case management services at RM Services of NC, LLC allow the family members to get on with the healing process and focus on being a family again, without having to enforce the expectations of the loved one who is returning home or requires financial support.
- Plan for success- This contract describes what’s expected of your loved one and the consequence if they don’t meet those expectations.
- The case manager gets the aftercare plan from the treatment center and supports the client in achieving their treatment goals.
- The case manager meets with the client to verify compliance.
What the family member(s) is willing to do to support recovery and not support addiction. | health |
https://irjps.in/ | 2023-12-03T17:38:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100508.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203161435-20231203191435-00544.warc.gz | 0.687831 | 121 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__245085819 | en | The Indian Research Journal of Pharmacy and Science is a multidisciplinary International research journal on Science and Technology. It is published by Phytotherapy Research Group ,Azara ,Guwahati. The journal is concerned with original research papers and review articles related to all disciplines in Pharmaceutical Science, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Medical Science, Nursing Science, Paramedical Science, Library Science, Computer Science and Technology.
ICV Value: 86.9
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https://www.cyrilramaphosafoundation.org/thari-programme-school-health-week-awareness-campaign-in-collaboration-with-botshabelo-moral-regeneration-forum/ | 2024-04-20T16:26:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817670.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20240420153103-20240420183103-00289.warc.gz | 0.942071 | 223 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__86424351 | en | On 12 May 2021 and 13 May 2021, the Botshabelo Moral Regeneration Forum held a School Health Week awareness campaign at four high schools. The campaign was held for Grade 8 learners to address risk behaviours like early sexual relations, smoking substances, drinking alcohol and gang activities that lead to health challenges.
The campaign promoted a healthier and safer school environment conducive to teaching and learning. Over 1 208 learners participated in the dialogue sessions. The speakers included :
• Ms Ntswaki Lekekela from LoveLife, who spoke on youth programmes within the community;
• Mr. Letlafuoa Matseba from Setshabelo Family and Child Services who highlighted various child protection services and interventions in the community;
• Mr. Pearce Mokoena from the Department of Health who spoke of mental health awareness and prevention during COVID-19; and
• Ms. Tebogo Maponya, a prosecutor from the National Prosecuting Authority who discussed sexual offences and gangsterism amongst children and youth.
The sessions left learners empowered and enthusiastic about preventing and tackling these issues. | health |
https://ambradford.com/about-2/?share=google-plus-1 | 2019-06-20T13:15:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999218.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20190620125520-20190620151520-00356.warc.gz | 0.965345 | 245 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__214488602 | en | Thank you for visiting my site! I received my Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Texas at Austin in 2009 and became a licensed psychologist shortly thereafter. I completed additional training at Baylor College of Medicine prior to joining the faculty at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in 2010. I returned to Baylor College of Medicine in 2016 as a full-time faculty member in the Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
My research and clinical practice focus on behavioral health in adults with chronic and serious medical conditions and the delivery of psychological services in medical settings. I have long believed that health care has the greatest potential to enhance patients’ and well being and quality of life when medical and behavioral health professionals work together.
In addition to my research and clinical practice, I participate in several national professional societies and have served on the editorial boards of three peer-reviewed journals. I enjoy speaking to the public, patients, and health professionals about behavioral health.
On a personal note, I am a native Texan and live in Houston with my husband, our two beautiful children, and two dogs. In my spare time I enjoy traveling, cooking, walking/hiking, and playing the piano. | health |
https://michaelhowardstudios.com/our-instructors/allison-waguespack/ | 2023-09-29T06:53:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510498.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20230929054611-20230929084611-00442.warc.gz | 0.972635 | 451 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__48748283 | en | Allison Waguespack is a Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher and Writer. Her yoga classes offer nourishment for the Physical Body and the Spirit with challenging and creative vinyasa sequences, dynamic music and real-life inspiration with a bit of humor thrown in. She has been studying Yoga and Mindfulness since 2000 when she fell in love with it while living in San Francisco and in 2005 she completed her first teacher training in San Francisco with renowned Ashtanga Teacher (and personal instructor for the Grateful Dead), Larry Shultz.
Those next few years took her to South Florida and then to New York, where she began teaching at the Yoga Works Westchester Studio in 2007. In a quest to delve deeper into the anatomy and kinesiology of the body, Allison completed a one-year ASFYT (Anatomy Studies for Yoga Teachers) training program with Jason Ray Brown in June 2015. Along her journey she has studied with many master teachers including David Swenson, Shiva Rea, Rodney Yee, Seane Corn, Sarah Powers and Jason Crandell.
Allison leads her Prana & Power Yoga Retreats in exotic locations around the world as well as teaching her public classes, private clients, small groups classes and conducting workshops in the New York area. In addition to teaching her weekly classes at Yoga Works, Irvington NY and Hastings Yoga, Hastings NY, she developed and currently teaches a Yoga for Actors course in the Conservatory program at Michael Howard Studios, The Professional Acting Studio for Theatre, Film and Television in Manhattan. She also writes for her blog and has had several articles featured in the Elephant Journal online magazine.
While her journey began with the enjoyment of all the physical benefits that Yoga had to offer as she more intimately explored Buddhist principles and Yogic philosophy, the benefits of living Yoga off the mat have given her an even deeper connection to the practice. Through her teaching, leading retreats and her writing she works to inspire others to live their Yoga practice both on and off the mat. Allison continues to study, practice and teach daily and she is grateful for all of her wonderful teachers, especially her biggest teachers, her two children. She resides with them, her husband and their two dogs in New York. | health |
http://www.mei-america.com/?page_id=192 | 2018-03-24T17:21:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257650764.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20180324171404-20180324191404-00651.warc.gz | 0.947533 | 506 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__27473030 | en | “The MEI SwiftBladeTM-R surgical device has features which may facilitate the performance of liver resections in substantially less time than with currently available tools and with substantially less blood loss. Just as important, it may facilitate the performance of lower complexity hepatectomies in lower volume centers and thus expand this important procedure to patients who do not have the capacity to seek care at the few centers of excellence that exist.”
Bryan C, MD, FACS
Duke University Medical Center
“If a device were available that was able to achieve a complete tissue and vessel coagulation, and do so within a relatively short application, such a device would have large potential of becoming rapidly accepted and widely used by liver surgeons. It is my opinion that the [SwiftBladeTM-R] device overcomes the limitations of prior devices and is able to achieve impressively rapid and complete tissue coagulation that prior devices were not able to produce. I believe that this device has the potential to improve patient outcomes by reducing intraprocedural blood loss, and reducing procedural time.”
Eric K, MD
Medical University of South Carolina
“Liver resection in primary liver cancer patients is a difficult, high-risk procedure that is underserved by available technology. Many tools are available, but the MEI SwiftBladeTM-R stand out as a fully optimized, procedure-specific tool that improves ease-of-use for the surgeon.
Features that make the MEI SwiftBladeTM-R effective are:
- blade-shaped electrodes that allow much higher and faster energy deposition rates without charring of the tissue,
- a broad array of bipolar electrodes which allow most liver resections to be done with a single placement of the tool,
- a 5-channel RF generator with real-time tissue impedance measurement that modulates the RF energy,
- a surgeon-defined handle shape that allows enough force to penetrate the liver capsule while providing fingertip precision for accurate placement, and
- a proprietary switching algorithm that results in fast, uniform tissue coagulation independent of difference in tissue thickness.
Having one tool that can coagulate multiple 5mm blood vessels simultaneously, while creating a sterile wall of tissue for most liver resections with a single placement will reduce the surgical procedure complexity, time and cost. I look forward to this product becoming commercially available.”
Kenneth M, MD, FACS
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics | health |
http://greek-philosophy.blogspot.com/2018/07/how-bruxism-can-damage-your-teeth-while.html | 2018-12-14T13:41:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376825728.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20181214114739-20181214140239-00183.warc.gz | 0.96958 | 610 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__96358836 | en | You may care for your teeth in the day but there are chances that you may be harming your teeth while you sleep. Now, you may wonder how is it possible for a person to damage his/her teeth while sleeping. Ever heard of bruxism? Well this condition can do the damage without you being in a conscious state.
Bruxism is mainly associated with the teeth grinding and jaw clenching. If you are going through stressful situations during day time, there are chances that you will grind your teeth during night. In the start, there is no immediate effect you may suffer due to teeth grinding unless you are applying too much pressure. However, the changes in teeth structure occur with the passage of time. Moreover, it can also cause developmental issues in jaws. The most talked about effect of bruxism is that it results in wearing out of tooth enamel. This wearing out leads to the exposure of dentin, which is a softer layer of teeth. This layer has numerous pores which give easy passage to the bacteria that can be dangerous to the inner layer called pulp. This entire procedure can lead to the infection and death of a tooth.
Causes and symptoms
Teeth grinding or bruxism is commonly referred to as a physical manifestation of stress and anxiety. You don’t need to be fully conscious for this condition to persist. As a matter of fact, you may be able to keep yourself from grinding your teeth when you are awake.
Besides stress, there are other issues which can result in bruxism. Some of those issues include alcohol consumption, substance abuse, sleep apnea, and bite and alignment issues.
There has been a lot of discussion about the signs of bruxism. Since it is the issue which mainly persists while sleeping, it could be hard for anyone to tell if he/she suffers from this issue. Most of the experts suggest that immediate way to know about this issue is to see if there is mouth soreness or jaw tightness in the morning.
Your partner may be able to tell if you suffer from this issue. Teeth grinding produces a sound which might not be enough to wake you up. But your partner will surely be able to notice the sound.
Grinding teeth for a bit longer can result in pain in head and ears. This pain can also serve as a sign to be noticed.
Diagnosis and treatment
If you suspect that you suffer from bruxism, you need to visit your dentist. The dentist will check the level of stress being exerted on your teeth by noting the amount of wear on the chewing surface of teeth.
The most likely solution, your dentist is going to suggest you, is the use of mouth guard which would be designed for night use. The major advantage of this night guard is that it prevents upper and lower teeth from touching each other. As a result, you may be able to get rid of this condition permanently. You may be referred to a sleep specialist if your problem is complicated one. | health |
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https://www.bensenacacao.us/5-major-health-benefits-of-cocoa-powder/ | 2022-05-17T02:03:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662515466.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20220516235937-20220517025937-00725.warc.gz | 0.934207 | 339 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__46459321 | en | Cocoa powder is one of the most popular flavors on this planet. We use cocoa on a range of food products, from coffee to meat. It’s rich and intense flavor can also become addictive to the taste buds. But apart from being just a taste bud pleaser, cocoa also possesses certain health benefits.
- Natural Anti-Depressant- Cocoa has proved beneficial in regulating mood. It is a natural anti-depressant that can reduce your stress levels and give a boost to your happiness levels as it contains the mood-boosting chemical, Anandamide.
- Helps Fight Fatigue- Cocoa contains a crucial dose of caffeine, which helps in fighting tiredness and fatigue. It boosts energy in our body and helps us stay awake.
- Rich in Antioxidants- Cocoa contains a good number of antioxidants, which helps keep our heart and the cardiovascular system healthy. Antioxidants such as flavanols and polyphenols present in cocoa improve blood circulation and lower bad cholesterols.
- Protects Your Digestive Health- Antioxidants such as flavanols found in cocoa becomes prebiotic upon digestion. Prebiotics help improve digestive health by balancing the bacteria in the gut.
- Protects Your Dental Health- Cocoa powder has proved to be beneficial in preventing tooth decay. Certain antibacterial properties present in cocoa beans have been, to some extent, found fighting Plaque. Also, a compound called CBH is found in the cocoa powder, which helps harden the enamel.
Make sure to increase the intake of cocoa powder in your diet as it can significantly impact your overall health. | health |
https://www.librel.be/ebook/9781780721934-a-short-book-on-child-sexual-abuse-and-how-men-can-overcome-the-effec-conway-dr-ashley/ | 2020-01-23T00:33:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250607596.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20200122221541-20200123010541-00153.warc.gz | 0.971952 | 195 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__81635103 | en | Millions of people in the UK are directly affected by Child Sexual Abuse (CSA), and probably at least the same number again will have their lives adversely impacted by the indirect effects of CSA - as partners, children and other family members of the abused person. In this short book for male sufferers, clinical psychologist Dr Ashley Conway describes the incidence and effects of CSA and outlines pathways to help victims - and those close to them - deal with their feelings and promote healing. Conway writes in simple, easy language and after each section offers a bullet point summary of the key issues. He frames the discussion with case studies based on his years of experience in dealing with men who have worked through their problems and thrived after suffering abuse in childhood. Introducing the Therapy Toolkits, a new series of short, user-friendly, 15,000-word books designed to help you confront the issues that are holding you back, and to enable you to effect lasting change. | health |
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Our sprawling campus, with more than 1,200,000 sq. ft. of built-up area spreads on 48 lush acres of land in Southern Kolkata. The emphasis is on the environment and the ambience. Our facilities are functional and are built with the objective of providing our students with an open and interactive learning environment. In addition to our specialized libraries, modern laboratories and world-class equipments, we have created an Internet-enabled communication infrastructure that will allow the academic community to stay in constant touch with the peers worldwide.
As India marches on to enhance its footprint in the global economy, the nation’s Healthcare and Medical Education infrastructure continue to lag behind. The issue is particularly significant in Eastern India. At the KPC Medical College & Hospital, we believe a healthy community is a fundamental need for the success of any nation. We seek to contribute to the region’s growth by building an institution that will produce world-class Medical/Healthcare professionals.
Kolkata and West Bengal have produced some of the nation’s leading medical professionals and visionaries – the likes of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy and Dr. Nalini Ranjan Sarkar. Our goal is built on their vision and create a Medical Education Complex – that will continue to redefine the standard of modern Medical Education – fulfilling a long awaited need of the region"
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http://justburrgrinder.com/how-to-deal-with-stress/ | 2018-03-22T23:13:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257648103.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20180322225408-20180323005408-00651.warc.gz | 0.957615 | 322 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__222893682 | en | Do you find yourself getting stressed easily?
If you’re constantly feeling frazzled it’s only a matter of time before it begins to take its toll on your health.
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Reacting negatively to situations will only make you feel worse in the end.
#2 Write about it
If you tend to worry continually, restrict yourself to half an hour each day. This should be the only time you allow yourself to think about the things that are worrying you.
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#3 Do something you enjoy
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Think of it as recharging your batteries for the day ahead.
How will you banish stress from your daily life? | health |
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The 80/10/10 Diet by Douglas Graham - Book Review, Quotes & Highlights
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The 80/10/10 Diet: Balancing Your Health, Your Weight, and Your Life, One Luscious Bite at a Time
by Douglas N. Graham
First published November 1st 2006 by Food N Sport Press
I’d heard about The 80/10/10 Diet for roughly a year before I finally decided to read it, and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect.
I was lucky enough to be able to read Douglas Graham's raw-food classic while living on a southern Thailand island with easy access to some of the most delicious and affordable raw vegan food on earth.
Doug Graham's website, FoodNSport.com, says The 80/10/10 diet can help you achieve:
peak performance for any athlete
perfect weight, no matter what your body type
success with a low-fat vegan diet
simplicity in your lifestyle
a healthy relationship with your food
It becomes obvious early on that 80/10/10 (pronounced "eighty ten ten") is not supposed to be a diet in the usual temporary, get-in-get-out sense of the word, but instead a long-term healthy lifestyle change. He makes it clear that he knows diets don't work in the long term and is not shy about letting the reader know either.
Quite simply, it refers to the recommended ratio of macronutrients by percentage of calories. Macronutrients being carbohydrates, fats, and protein. (Micronutrients being everything else.)
What he recommends here is to get at least 80% of your calories from carbohydrates, and a maximum of 10% of your calories from fat and the remaining maximum 10% from protein.
He advocates getting this primarily from whole, fresh, ripe, raw, organic, seasonal, sweet fruits, plus a large raw green salad every night. This is to be supplemented with small amounts of raw nuts and seeds.
And I must say, he makes a very convincing case for eating this way.
The fact is, nature has seen fit to provide food for every creature on Earth, and all creatures of similar type eat similarly—those for which their biological systems were designed. Do not let anyone tell you that humans are the one exception to this rule in all of the animal kingdom, for there are no exceptions: Animals that are anatomically and physiologically similar thrive on similar foods.
- Douglas Graham in The 80/10/10 Diet
The main premise of this paradigm-shifting book - which Graham takes and then builds upon using a combination of referenced scientific evidence and results from his work advising world-class athletes - is encapsulated in the following paragraph (you can read more quotes like this below this review).
All of the creatures that are anatomically and physiologically like us (known as the anthropoid primates: gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, and bonobos) thrive on a low-fat diet that is predominated by fruits and vegetables. Their caloronutrient ratios closely approximate 80/10/10. With the exception of the gorilla, whose great weight makes it almost impossible to climb the skinny branches of trees to procure fruit, they get more than 80% of their calories from the carbohydrates in fruit. The combined caloronutrient average for chimpanzees, bonobos, and orangutans is about 88/7/5. Add in the gorilla’s numbers, which come closer to 70% carbohydrate, and the average decreases, making the ratio almost exactly 80/10/10 for all of our anthropoid relatives.
Doug Graham says that most other nutrition advice espoused by popular plant-based doctors are mostly in line with what he teaches, but because these doctors eat cooked food themselves, eating a completely raw diet is "outside of their reality", and so naturally, advocating for it is as well.
Even though legitimately well-established scientists like T. Colin Campbell recommend eating 80/10/10 (video above), Campbell recommends a mixture of cooked and raw foods, most probably because that's what the science suggests is best, judging by, among other studies, the worlds longest living populations.
To be fair though, there are no large populations of humans that eat exclusively raw, so a direct comparison can not really be made. While this fact can be used as an argument both for and against going completely raw, what can't really be argued against is that to achieve the optimal health / minimal disease that everyone is looking for, people in general, including a lot of vegans, need to eat more whole fruits and vegetables. And a diet compromised of fresh fruits and vegetables, whether cooked or raw, almost effortlessly achieves the 80/10/10 macronutrient ratio.
As Dr Michael Greger points out, the soils where our store bought fruits grown these days are quite depleted compared to what they were tens of thousands of years ago, so in turn the nutrient composition of fruits these days are, to quote Greger himself, "pale comparisons to what our ape ancestors ate."
Greger does not provide any evidence as to why this means cooking other vegetables in place of them (which have a wildly different nutrient composition anyway) is a better alternative, though.
"No essential nutrient exists in meat, grains, legumes, or dairy that is not also available in fruits, vegetables, nuts and in a form that is easier to digest."
- Douglas Graham
Among other things, Graham warns against the pitfalls of fragmented nutrition thinking and advice. This is expounded quite clearly when, along with an eating plan, Graham includes a Fundamental Elements of Health bullet point list, asking the reader to honestly rate themselves, from zero to ten, in everything on the following exhaustive list.
Grahams says, "though there is no official order or ranking, I would venture to say that the first ten are actually indispensable - essential - for even a moderate level of true health."
Clean, fresh air
Foods for which we are biologically designed
Rest and relaxation
Emotional poise and stability
Sunshine and natural light
Peace, harmony, serenity, and tranquility
Thought, cogitation, and meditation
Friendships and companionship
Gregariousness (social relationships, community)
Love and appreciation
Play and recreation
Amusement and entertainment
Sense of humour, mirth, and merriment
Security of life and its means
Inspiration, motivation, purpose, and commitment
Creative, useful work (pursuit of interests)
Self-control and self-mastery
Expression of reproductive instincts
Satisfaction of the aesthetic senses
Positive self-image and sense of self-worth
Internal and external cleanliness
Music and all other arts
Biophilia (love of nature)
Included after the main body of work is a meal plan, which is made up of a week's worth of recipes for each of the four yearly seasons, including breakfast, lunch and 3-course dinners. If you’ve never had your mouth water while reading raw food recipes before, I suggest you read these.
Being a single man in his twenties, my personal favourite thing about these recipes is how simple they all are to prepare. Which is not too surprising when you remember that one of the concepts Graham introduces in this book is “mono-meals” - eating only one food, say, bananas or mangos, per meal. Which might sound unfeasible… until you try it yourself and live the experience. Naturally, though, only the smallest fraction of the recipes are mono-meals.
There are lots of testimonials in the back of the book praising the low fat, high carb, 100% raw vegan diet Graham proposes here. I mean tons of these things. Page after page of heartfelt letters from people whose lives have been enriched by this diet either in terms of athletically performance or helping them recover from mental and physical diseases. The athletes abound in this section, which is not surprising because, as Graham says himself, "the 80/10/10 Diet is a high energy diet."
As reassuring as these testimonials clearly are, this doesn't help me to forget that the rest of the book is lacking in references to clinical studies, trials and other scientific experiments compared to all the other vegan nutrition books I've reviewed. And in my mind at least, this does The 80/10/10 Diet a disservice.
While I have been eating 80/10/10 for about a year now, reading this book (twice) hasn't made me go 100% raw for any meaningful period of time. It is very easy to eat in these ratio's while still cooking whole plant foods, and in my experience, semi-cooked 80/10/10 is a very effortlessly energetic, light, "clean" and delicious way to live, and not outside of what The 80/10/10 Diet is about, either. To quote from Graham himself in chapter 8, “If high-fat raw or low-fat cooked seem your only options, choose the low-fat option, every time.”
As fascinating as this book is, as concise and easy to digest as it's messages are, I think the reason I'm still eating some cooked food is that I'm always left wondering something... do the repeatedly scientifically proven health benefits of a cooked, whole foods 80/10/10 vegan diet out-weigh the mostly anecdotal claims of the raw vegan alternative presented here?
4 / 5 stars.
Would I recommend this book to someone interested in a raw vegan diet?
Without question. I can not imagine a more suitable text to kick-start anyone's raw vegan journey with confidence.
Would I recommend this book to someone interested in just a regular vegan diet?
Absolutely. Even if the high fruit, 100% raw vegan lifestyle advocated for here is not followed exactly, there are always noticeable benefits to be had just from intelligently increasing your intake of raw fruits and leafy green vegetables. And that is science that no one can argue with.
Dr. Douglas Graham, a lifetime athlete and twenty-seven year raw fooder, is an advisor to world-class athletes and trainers from around the globe. He has worked professionally with top performers from almost every sport and every field of entertainment, including such notables as tennis legend Martina Navratilova, NBA pro basketball player Ronnie Grandison, track Olympic sprinter Doug Dickinson, pro women's soccer player Callie Withers, championship bodybuilder Kenneth G. Williams, Chicken Soup for the Soul co-author Mark Victor Hansen, and actress Demi Moore. As owner of a fasting retreat in the Florida Keys for ten years, Dr. Graham personally supervised thousands of fasts. He was in private practice as a chiropractor for twenty years, before retiring to focus more fully on his writing and speaking. Dr. Graham is the author of many books on raw food and health including The High Energy Diet Recipe Guide, Nutrition and Athletic Performance, Grain Damage, Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries and The 80/10/10 Diet. He has shared his strategies for success with audiences at more than 4,000 presentations worldwide and is recognized as one of the fathers of the modern raw food movement.
Friends, if you stop connecting with your loved ones over the food you eat, you have missed the point! Healthful living includes healthy relationships and compassion for your fellow humans. If you wish to contribute to your loved ones, accept them where they are, and then lead by example, with an open heart … you will have far greater success if you do. [page 15]
The Natural Hygiene approach to diet and nutrition is markedly different than the fragmented perspective that is common among health seekers and diet promoters. The fragmented view does not so much look at foods as it does their component parts. It also fails to distinguish true well-being from merely looking good, feeling good, or removing symptoms of dis-ease—a grave error, indeed. The fragmented approach extols the virtues of certain nutrients in a “pick-and-choose” fashion—the kind used in infomercial sales pitches. Excellently geared toward selling a specific product, this viewpoint never considers the full story, always omitting material that would give a more balanced view of the situation. Like a person who makes a decision after listening to only one side in a debate, the fragmented thinker relies on skewed information, and the resulting incomplete picture provides a misunderstanding of nutrition that can only spiral out of control. [page 26]
I have heard estimates that scientists today may have discovered only 10% of the nutrients in existence, particularly the so-called phytonutrients (plant nutrients). In light of this, we might stop for a moment to wonder: How can any of us claim to have zeroed in on some specific nutrient deficiency and take informed action toward correcting it? It cannot be done intelligently, in my opinion. [page 29]
[After talking of the possible dangers of vitamin/mineral supplements] People tell me that hearing this discussion confuses them, for they often experience welcome increases in energy and apparent reversal of health challenges through supplementation. I find that these results come, however, at great cost. If these individuals distance themselves from the supplement-vendor hype and slow their quest for quick relief, they usually notice that their life has become an endless shell game, in which they shift symptoms but never reach true health, homeostasis, and peace. page 30
When we use remedies and therapies to eliminate symptoms, we do nothing to address their original cause, hence nothing to create health. We must educate ourselves about the causes of health (not disease) and include these in our daily routine. [page 32]
The big-picture approach that I espouse is based on this simple concept: “It is always better to correct a problem—to remove its cause—than it is to supplement or suppress it.” Nutrition is a very complex field of endeavor, and it is easily misunderstood and misinterpreted, just as the forest can become invisible when looking at individual trees. [page 33]
People say, “Everything in moderation.” I suggest that foods that are good for us are good only in moderation, but that the foods that are harmful to us should be avoided, regardless of the dose. [page 35]
So, the answer is yes—humans are biologically equipped to supplement their diets with a wide variety of plant-based “vegetarian” substances. [page 45]
Do you know anybody whose candida was caused by eating fruit? Do you know anybody whose diabetes was caused by eating fruit? Do you know anybody whose cancer was caused by eating fruit? If eating fruit didn’t cause these maladies, why would you believe that avoiding fruit would correct them? [page 55]
When your diet is predominated by nut pâtés, seed cheeses, and flax crackers, it’s no wonder you’re told not to eat fruit. Whether or not we eat fruit in the presence of such tremendously high levels of fat, we set ourselves up for health problems and inability to remain raw. [page 63]
As a society, we have very much become adrenaline junkies. We are addicted to stimulation, and rely upon our next “fix” constantly. From the shock of the alarm clock and our morning coffee, to the newspaper headlines and the extreme behavior on daytime talk shows, to movies, spectator sports, and “reality” television shows designed to evoke intense emotions, to restaurant meals that are promoted more for their excitement value than for their nutrition, straight through the day till the eleven o’clock news that is filled with stories of death and destruction, we just keep calling for more adrenaline. Should there be a gap in the “action” we feel sleepy, a sure sign of exhaustion. We are literally living in a state of constant adrenal fatigue. This excessive adrenal demand, coupled with the high stress of our American lifestyle, result in such extreme overuse of the adrenals that they eventually begin to fail. [page 65]
When medical professionals have their blinders on, seeking only to eradicate disease with no mind toward creating overall health in their patients, they produce bizarre and deadly short-sighted solutions. [page 76]
The fact is, nature has seen fit to provide food for every creature on Earth, and all creatures of similar type eat similarly. For example, horses—and all creatures that look like horses (zebras, donkeys, mules)—eat from essentially the same category of foods—those for which their biological systems were designed. Do not let anyone tell you that humans are the one exception to this rule (called the Law of Similars) in all of the animal kingdom, for there are no exceptions: Animals that are anatomically and physiologically similar thrive on similar foods. Cows eat grass, leopards eat meat, and hummingbirds eat nectar. There is simply no need to complicate this simple program, presented in perfection by nature in thousands of examples. All of the creatures that are anatomically and physiologically like us (known as the anthropoid primates: gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, and bonobos) thrive on a low-fat diet that is predominated by fruits and vegetables. Their caloronutrient ratios closely approximate 80/10/10. With the exception of the gorilla, whose great weight makes it almost impossible to climb the skinny branches of trees to procure fruit, they get more than 80% of their calories from the carbohydrates in fruit. The combined caloronutrient average for chimpanzees, bonobos, and orangutans is about 88/7/5. Add in the gorilla’s numbers, which come closer to 70% carbohydrate, and the average decreases, making the ratio almost exactly 80/10/10 for all of our anthropoid relatives. [page 109]
Before our cells can utilize any food for fuel, whether it contains primarily carbohydrate, protein, or fat, it must first be converted into simple sugars. Carbohydrates are by far the easiest to convert to useful sugars. Glucose (a simple sugar) is the primary, preferred source of fuel for every tissue and cell of our bodies. In fact, some of our cells (the brain, red blood cells, and some nervous tissue, for example) depend almost exclusively on glucose as their fuel source. [page 120]
The balance of our daily calories, at least 80%, must come from some combination of carbohydrates and fat. Essentially, any decrease in carbohydrates must be accompanied by an increase in fat, assuming we continue to consume the same number of calories. [page 124]
So how do people lose weight on low-carbohydrate diets? In brief, research shows that these people invariably consume fewer total calories. Dr. Michael Greger’s superbly comprehensive and condemning eBook, Atkins Facts, sums it up well: In 2001, the medical journal Obesity Research published “Popular Diets: A Scientific Review.” Claiming to have reviewed every study ever done on low carb diets, they concluded, “In all cases, individuals on high-fat, low carbohydrate diets lose weight because they consume fewer calories.” (Obesity Research 9(2001):1S.) [page 124]
Although we were designed with survival/backup mechanisms that allow us to transform noncarbohydrate foods into sugar in case of starvation or other extreme conditions, this capability was intended to be invoked only on rare occasion. We pay a huge price in terms of health and optimum functioning whenever we force our bodies to resort to fat (or worse, to protein) to fuel our cells, as these conversions are chemically inefficient compared with using carbohydrate for fuel. The body can only do so by expending substantial amounts of vital energy and producing toxic waste products along the way. [page 126]
Proper body weight is an effortless, natural outcome of optimum health, but optimum health is unlikely to result from a diet designed solely for weight loss. The followers of low-carbohydrate diets may achieve their weight-loss goals, but they imperil their long-term health in doing so. [page 126]
Yet due to the nutrient losses incurred during the cooking process, no cooked food can be viewed as a true whole food. In fact, the cooking process itself actually removes the water from food (with the exception of certain dehydrated foods that are actually rehydrated as they are cooked in water). No food whose water has been removed can realistically be viewed as a whole food. [page 127]
And so, in spite of the fact that fruit is universally promoted as the ultimate health food, and in spite of their own conclusions that carbohydrates must predominate the diet in order for health to be possible, the majority of the world’s health professionals fail to see the obvious: A fruit-based diet is the finest possibility we have for developing optimum health. [page 128]
The meat and dairy industries like to point fingers at sugars, declaring them synonymous with empty calories. They have done such a good job of marketing that to this day most people do not understand the differences between refined simple sugars (empty-calorie junk foods) and the simple sugars in fruit (health food), thinking that “sugar is sugar.” [page 138]
Think about this: If you have a goldfish, cat, or dog, do you change the very nature of their diet every time you move? Do zoo animals get entirely different classes of food, depending on the latitude of the zoo that houses them? Viewed in this way, it becomes obvious that we must honor the unique dietary requirements of each species, based on its particular digestive physiology. [page 142]
Humans are anatomically and physiologically adapted to the food of the tropics, predominantly fruit, as are almost all of the tropical creatures. In Central America, for example, all mammals with the exception of the river otter and the jaguar are known to eat fruit, as are most of the birds, many of the amphibians, and quite a few of the reptiles. No logical or scientific reason exists to conclude that simply because we have moved away from the tropics, we should therefore change what has been our natural food for the great majority of our time on Earth. Regardless of where we go on this planet (or even whether we ever venture off of the planet to other worlds), tropical fruits remain our natural foods, the only cuisine for which we are perfectly designed.
People who live in temperate areas still require the foods for which they were designed, just as zoo animals that are geographically relocated still retain their physical requirements. [page 144]
In his book The China Study, renowned Cornell University professor emeritus of nutritional biochemistry T. Colin Campbell states that we require only 5–6% of our total calories to come from protein in order to replace the protein we routinely lose, and that “About 9–10% protein has been recommended for the past fifty years to be assured that most people at least get their 5–6% ‘requirement.’”
Excessive fat consumption may be commonplace, but it is nothing short of nutritional disaster. [page 178]
If high-fat raw or low-fat cooked seem your only options, choose the low-fat option, every time. [page 188]
While perfect health is our natural state, it occurs only when we take perfect care of ourselves. [page 202]
We should not fool ourselves into believing that anything resembling true health is possible without regular, vigorous exercise. [page 203]
Dehydration is considered a contributor to more diseases of lifestyle than any other single factor except fat. [page 207]
If we are to (correctly) assume that the necessary amount of water is in our fresh plant foods before we cook them, we can be certain that an insufficient quantity is left after we cook them. [page 209]
So cooking food results in a double whammy—not only does it remove water, but a great many toxins are created in the process, increasing our need for water. [page 209]
As our levels of physical activity or stress rise, so does the quantity of endogenous toxins we produce, as cellular output increases. This is one of the reasons that we are told to drink water before, during, and after exercise and other physical pursuits—to dilute the toxins we produce. [page 210]
Our perspective of “normal” volume has been skewed by the low-water, low-fiber, high-fat meals we have been eating all our lives. [page 215]
Supplement vendors publish convincing literature to convince you that their green powders or “whole-food-based” supplements supply concentrated nutrition in amounts you could not get from fresh fruits and vegetables. But taking them can serve only to imbalance you, as even in deficiency conditions, we do not need more of any nutrient than we can get in a variety of whole, fresh, ripe, raw plants eaten in sufficient quantity to maintain our body weight. [page 217]
Because hunger is the general desire for food, when one is truly hungry, any food will be acceptable. Appetite, on the other hand, is specific—we desire a specific food or foods. Appetite is also the socially acceptable word for craving, which in turn is the socially acceptable word for addiction. [page 219] | health |
http://thakurdds.com/services/preventive-services/ | 2019-06-20T19:21:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999273.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20190620190041-20190620212041-00256.warc.gz | 0.925537 | 340 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__21016865 | en | Preventive services in Campbell
Dental exams and cleanings are essential to maintaining good oral health. Our knowledgeable dentist, Bhavana Thakur, DDS recommends that you visit our dental office every six months for a regular dental exam and cleaning. Dental exams include:
Oral cancer screening
Thorough evaluation of your current and future dental needs.
Digital X-rays to further examine your teeth and dental health (digital X-rays require less than 1/10ththe energy of traditional film-based X-rays) If needed, we may also take digital photographs of teeth, groups of teeth, or tissue for our records.. Thanks to the computer screens in our treatment rooms, you will be able to comfortably view X-rays and photographs from the dental chair to better understand your oral health and dental treatments.
A regular cleaning is recommended for patients who do not have bone loss, periodontal disease, or infection around the teeth. There should be no bleeding, mobility of the teeth, receded areas, or gaps where the spaces around the roots of the teeth are exposed. In other words, the mouth should be healthy with no bone or gum problems. A regular cleaning, or prophylaxis, removes soft plaque, tartar, and stains from the teeth above the gum line, and only slightly below.
A regular cleaning is usually done 2 to 3 times a year, depending on how quickly stain, plaque, and tartar accumulate. It is considered a preventive procedure by your
insurance carrier, since regular cleanings will help prevent periodontal disease.Flouride application and sealants done at these regular visits also prevent new cavities | health |
https://www.lastminutechef.com/ | 2018-03-18T22:43:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257646178.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20180318224057-20180319004057-00165.warc.gz | 0.969699 | 464 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__57612710 | en | Whether you are on the hunt for pre-prepared healthy meals for yourself or an elderly loved-one, or you are catering for your next event on a budget, we have you covered! Our in-house chef’s prepare our ranges with gluten free, vegetarian, vegan and reduced calorie light options.
"Your vegan meals are amazing! Thank you so much."
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"Tried your gluten free Chocolate and Raspberry cake recently. Yum!!! It was so nice to have delicious gluten free food that everyone loved."
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Their gluten free cheesecakes are the best and are always my go to dessert for my gluten intolerant family. Highly recommend.
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I havent enjoyed pastry since ive been gluten free but this looked great and tasted amazing. My husband who eats gluten also enjoyed the gf pastry. Wish we lived in Melbourne so we could have more often! | health |
https://skin.cochrane.org/news/cebd-covid-19-resource-dermatology | 2023-12-08T10:07:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100739.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208081124-20231208111124-00129.warc.gz | 0.888959 | 298 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__85811080 | en | Covid-19 Dermatology Resource (note this resource is being archived at the end of March 2021)
The Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology (CEBD) at the University of Nottingham are pleased to announce the new launch of a new Coronavirus Dermatology Resource.
This new online resource on the CEBD website has journal articles relevant for coronavirus and dermatology, along with links to guidelines, evidence-based resources and relevant patient information.
As you will be aware, there are many implications of the coronavirus epidemic for dermatology—in particular the impact of gloves and hand washing, issues around patients on biologics and other immune-modulating drugs, and how dermatology services can continue to be delivered in the current environment.
The journal articles in the Resource are found by a comprehensive PubMed search strategy with several hundred search terms, and will be updated regularly. There is a “what’s new” page linked to from the contents page that enables you to keep up to date with relevant new articles as they appear.
We are grateful to Dr Douglas Grindlay of the CEBD for compiling this resource.
COVID-19 hand washing advice
Professor Hywel Williams gives advice on handwashing here.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Cochrane resources and news
Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Cochrane resources and news can be found here. | health |
http://psychometrics-blog.rightpeople.com.au/tag/medibank-private/ | 2018-04-20T01:10:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125937090.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20180420003432-20180420023432-00637.warc.gz | 0.969573 | 98 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__226009342 | en | Thursday 13 September is National R U OK? Day.
One in five people experience depression at some point in their lives. That means that approximately 4 million Australians will suffer from depression. More than 2,000 Australians suicide each year. Depression is the most common mental illness, followed closely by anxiety. Approximately 7 percent of Australian employees in any organisation suffer from depression each year.
So chances are that at least one person at each workplace may be suffering from a mental health problem right now. | health |
https://thesantafetherapist.com/eating-in-the-light-of-the-moon-07-13-2020-living-from-happiness/ | 2024-02-28T18:22:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474744.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228175828-20240228205828-00568.warc.gz | 0.944372 | 196 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__131448330 | en | Dr. Anita Johnston is an eating psychology pioneer, storyteller, the co-founder of the Anorexia & Bulimia Center of Hawaii, developer of Hawaii’s first in-patient eating disorders treatment program at Kahi Mohala Hospital, supervisor for the International Association of Eating Professionals …
… and the author of Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationship With Food Through Myths, Metaphors, and Storytelling.
She’s a powerful champion of women struggling with disordered eating. The conversation ranges from imbalances in our psyches, to what disordered eating is trying to say to us.
What it means to live in a “fat-phobic culture” is part of this episode, as well as how recovery is really a process of transformation.
This was such a rich conversation that Anita and Melanie ended up recording another show … look for it to drop next week. | health |
https://psapharmacy.com/pricing/ | 2023-09-21T12:21:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506027.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921105806-20230921135806-00364.warc.gz | 0.915464 | 164 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__172914892 | en | You deserve affordable prescriptions!
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Please have your personal doctor send us a prescription. We are setup to receive electronic prescriptions from your physicians software. Alternatively, they can call or fax it in. If you have an existing prescription at another pharmacy please call us. We can easily transfer it for you.
Conveniently pick up your prescription same day at PSA located in Swannanoa just off I-40. You can alternatively select our FREE shipping option. We can mail your prescription anywhere within North Carolina at no additional charge.
For nearly 50 years we have been a full service licensed pharmacy in North Carolina. At this time we have not obtained any out of state permitting to ship to other states. | health |
http://theodorewatkins.md.com/ | 2015-03-01T00:30:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-11/segments/1424936462141.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20150226074102-00283-ip-10-28-5-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.676057 | 199 | CC-MAIN-2015-11 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-11__0__7045639 | en | As a general practitioner in Washington, Dr. Theodore Watkins offers primary care for patients of all ages, and can refer patients to specialists when necessary.
323 15th St NE Bsmt LVL, Washington, Washington DC 20002-6501
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Please contact the doctor’s office to inquire about insurance. | health |
http://www.growtobestrong.com/about-me/ | 2019-05-25T04:52:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232257889.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20190525044705-20190525070705-00187.warc.gz | 0.883191 | 330 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__49695301 | en | Bonnie Cochran, LCSW has extensive experience and background working with individuals, families and groups to overcome life’s transitions. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Colorado State University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Bonnie is a Board Certified Diplomat who specializes in grief, loss and bereavement. She has a Hospice background and is trained in Reproductive and Infertility Counseling, EMDR II, Mind/Body Therapy and Crisis Debriefing. Bonnie is a founding member of 3Hopeful Hearts, a nonprofit organization that supports bereaved parents and their families. She has over fifteen years experience in the mental health care field and is available for presentations and educational seminars.
Professional Training and Affiliations:
- Harvard Medical School’s Mind-Body Institute – Dr. Herbert Benson, The Relaxation Response
- The Tuning Effect – Mel Bucholtz, MA
- Sharon Covington, LCSW – Director of Psychological Services (Shady Grove Reproduction and Science Counseling Center)
- ASRM – American Society of Reproductive Medicine
- MHPG – Mental Health Professional Group of ASRM
- NASW – National Association of Social Workers
- RESOLVE – The National Infertility/Pregnancy loss Association, Professional Member
- EMDR II – Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing International Association
- ADEC – Association of Death Education Center
- 3Hopeful Hearts – Bereaved Parents Support and Education Organization
- Connections – National Teleconference Founder and Facilitator, Professional Mental Health Group | health |
http://www.mylontech.ca/2016/02/ | 2017-12-18T03:17:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948604248.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20171218025050-20171218051050-00241.warc.gz | 0.929242 | 485 | CC-MAIN-2017-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-51__0__69535950 | en | The name stands for Neuro-Muscular Electrical Stimulation and it is the same technology as is used in T.E.N.S. devices.
In the case of muscle stimulation, where you want to cause a muscle “twitch” or contraction on purpose, the output current is usually stronger and the “pulse width” is generally made wider or increased above where you would normally set it for T.E.N.S. (pain control).
Where the usual settings for conventional or high-frequency T.E.N.S. involve pulse rates in the 100-150 Hz (pulses per second) range, a rate of 30-50 Hz would be used for N.M.E.S. applications so as to not prematurely fatigue the target muscles. As most rehabilitation protocols call for lots of “reps” (repetitions) it is important to be able to do a muscle stim treatment for 15 – 30 minutes. The higher the frequency the more rapid the tiring of the muscle tissues, so this time period may not be possible unless the parameters are adjusted properly.
Another factor to be considered in any N.M.E.S. treatment regimen is the “duty cycle” of the stimulation. This would be the length of time the muscle is actually contracted compared to the time it “rests” between contractions. Usual treatments are in the range of 5-15 seconds “ON” with an “OFF” time of 10-30 seconds.
If the approach is to gain endurance in the muscle then it is more important to have increased “OFF” times (ie. less fatigue) in order to be able to do the maximum number of repetitions in the time allotted.
If, however, the goal is to achieve a major increase in bulk or strength, then a more aggressive approach using longer “ON” times and shorter “OFF” times is required. The fatiguing of muscles will be more evident and may require less frequent sessions.
Another thing to note is that some N.M.E.S. units also have T.E.N.S. capability. In other words you would be able to use the same device to rehabilitate your atrophied muscle and also use it for pain control as required. | health |
https://www.jobboardsecrets.com/2021/11/01/health-ecareers-makes-acquisition/ | 2023-11-28T19:44:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679099942.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20231128183116-20231128213116-00474.warc.gz | 0.95122 | 386 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__66842725 | en | Health eCareers has acquired Arthur L. Davis Publishing (ALD). Founded in 1983, ALD is a digital nursing publication with the largest nursing circulation in the United States. ALD partners with nursing associations in 39 states to engage their members, reaching over 2.6 million nurses.
The acquisition of ALD will further Health eCareers’ mission of connecting healthcare professionals with the best career opportunities and resources-from physicians and surgeons to advanced practice providers to nurses.
“By 2024 there will be a nursing shortage of over 1 million nurses due to low enrollment in nursing school, an aging workforce, increased demand due to an aging population, and COVID-19 demands on the profession causing more turnover. Health eCareers recognizes the strain on hospitals and practices throughout the United States and is proud to acquire ALD to connect employers, schools, continuing education programs, and other organizations to nurses and help address this critical shortage,” said Greg Chang, Managing Director of Health eCareers.Greg Chang
Chang said the deal will better serve both ALD and Health eCareers’ customers through a more comprehensive suite of marketing products and services to attract and retain a broader audience of healthcare professionals.
“Because of Health eCareers’ deep understanding of association partnerships and reputation for amazing customer service, we couldn’t be more excited about this next step,” said Stephen and Elizabeth Miller, Founders of ALD. “With the new resources and opportunities unlocked by this union, we can accelerate our growth among new states, offer a wider array of products and services to help nurses advance in their careers, and provide new channels for reaching nurses.”
This deal makes a ton of sense to me given that HEC gets a news outlet and their adjoining job board to boost their traffic numbers. In this hot job market, traffic is the name of the game. | health |
http://biologictx.com/resource-center-overview/useful-links/ | 2019-04-24T00:37:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578616424.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423234808-20190424020808-00417.warc.gz | 0.880037 | 520 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__153403349 | en | Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) – The SRTR supports the ongoing evaluation of the scientific and clinical status of solid organ transplantation in the United States. It is administered by the Arbor Research Collaborative for Health with the University of Michigan.
United Network for Organ Sharing – UNOS brings together medicine, science, public policy and technology to facilitate every organ transplant performed in the United States. Everyday, UNOS assists transplant doctors, patients, and members of the public by helping to ensure that organs are procured and distributed in a fair and timely manner.
WebMD Transplant Overview – The Transplant page, part of the WebMD site, provides valuable information on why an organ transplant may be required, typical success rate, and recommended preparations.
The Gift of a Lifetime – This site allows visitors to learn about organ and tissue transplantation.
The Gift of Life Donor Program – This non-profit organ and tissue donor program serves hospitals and patients in the eastern half of Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Delaware.
Paired Donation Network (PDN) – This website is designed for individuals who have little or no medical knowledge and also for individuals who work in kidney transplant programs who want to offer Paired Donation to their patients.
The International Transplant Nurses Society (ITNS) – ITNS is a worldwide professional nursing organization representing all areas of transplantation. ITNS supports clinicians in meeting the ongoing clinical changes and challenges that transplant nurses face daily.
The Organization for Transplant Professionals (NATCO) is committed to the advancement of organ and tissue donation and transplantation.
American Society of Transplantation – The American Society of Transplantation is an International organization of transplant professionals dedicated to advancing the field of transplantation through the promotion of research, education, advocacy, and organ donation to improve patient care.
American Society of Transplant Surgeons – This organization fosters and advances the practice and science of transplantation for the benefit of patients and society.
American Transplant Congress – The American Transplant Congress (ATC) is designed for physicians, surgeons, scientists, nurses, organ procurement personnel, and pharmacists who are interested in the clinical and research aspects of solid organ and tissue transplantation.
XXII International Congress of the Transplantation Society – Australian and New Zealand clinicians and scientists working in all fields of Transplantation attend this Congress. The Transplantation Society plans scientific and educational programs to present and discuss current issues, and looks at innovative ways to use electronic media to make the science more accessible. | health |
https://140pl.us/designing-a-functional-and-beautiful-home-gym/ | 2024-04-18T22:27:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817249.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418222029-20240419012029-00103.warc.gz | 0.909675 | 1,631 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__27666858 | en | With the increasing focus on health and wellness, home gyms have gained immense popularity. Having a well-designed home gym not only provides convenience but also offers numerous benefits, such as saving time and money on gym memberships, exercising in the comfort and privacy of your home, and creating a personalized workout space that aligns with your fitness goals. In this article, we will explore how to create a functional and beautiful home gym, from assessing your space and budget to incorporating safety measures, green practices, and more.
Assessing Your Space and Budget
Before embarking on your home gym project, it’s crucial to assess the available space and location. Consider whether you have a spare room, a garage, a basement, or even a designated corner in your living area that can be converted into a workout space. Once you determine the space, it’s essential to set a realistic budget for your home gym. Factor in the cost of equipment, flooring, lighting, and any other necessary modifications.
Selecting the Right Equipment
To design a functional home gym, start by identifying your fitness goals and needs. Whether you’re into strength training, cardio, or a mix of both, your equipment selection should align with your workout preferences. Essential gym equipment may include a quality treadmill or elliptical machine, a versatile set of dumbbells, resistance bands, a stability ball, and a yoga mat.
For those with limited space, consider space-efficient and multi-functional equipment options. Foldable or stackable machines can help maximize space when not in use. Additionally, investing in equipment that can target multiple muscle groups can be a smart choice.
When purchasing equipment, prioritize quality and safety considerations. Look for reputable brands, read reviews, and ensure that the equipment is durable and safe for use. Your home gym should be a place where you can exercise with confidence.
Creating an Inviting Atmosphere
Designing a beautiful home gym goes beyond functionality; it should also be an inspiring and inviting space. Start by choosing a color scheme that energizes and motivates you. Bright and bold colors can instill enthusiasm, while calming tones can create a serene ambiance for yoga or meditation sessions.
Maximize natural light and ventilation whenever possible. Sunlight can boost your mood and energy levels during workouts. If natural light is limited, opt for artificial lighting that mimics natural sunlight, such as full-spectrum or daylight LED bulbs.
Incorporating motivational artwork and quotes can be a powerful way to stay motivated during workouts. Decorate the walls with posters or canvases that showcase your favorite fitness quotes or images of athletes you admire.
Mirrors and Space Illusion
Mirrors are an essential element in a home gym, serving both functional and aesthetic purposes. They allow you to check your form and technique during exercises, reducing the risk of injury. Moreover, strategically placed mirrors can create an illusion of more space, making the gym feel more open and expansive.
Consider placing mirrors on walls facing each other or on opposite sides of the room to create a visually larger space. However, be cautious not to overdo it, as an excessive number of mirrors can be distracting.
Flooring and Soundproofing
Choosing the right flooring is crucial for a functional and safe home gym. Opt for materials that provide adequate cushioning to reduce the impact on joints during high-impact exercises. Rubber flooring or interlocking foam tiles are excellent choices for shock absorption and durability.
Soundproofing is another critical aspect, especially if you share your living space with others. Loud noises from workouts can be disruptive, so invest in soundproofing solutions like acoustic panels or foam to absorb excess noise and keep your home gym peaceful.
Organized Storage Solutions
Keeping your home gym organized is essential for a seamless workout experience. Design storage solutions that accommodate your equipment and accessories. Wall-mounted racks or shelves can hold dumbbells, kettlebells, and resistance bands, saving valuable floor space.
Consider using vertical storage to make the most of your wall space. Pegboards or wall hooks can keep smaller items like jump ropes and exercise bands easily accessible while maximizing floor space for movement.
Additionally, incorporating hidden storage options, such as cabinets with doors, can help maintain a clean and clutter-free environment in your home gym.
Entertainment and Technology
Motivate yourself during workouts by incorporating entertainment options and technology. Install an audio system or Bluetooth speakers to play your favorite workout playlists or motivational podcasts. A television or tablet can be an excellent addition to stream workout videos, follow fitness apps, or even participate in virtual training sessions.
Take advantage of smart fitness technology and apps to track your progress, set fitness goals, and stay accountable. Many fitness apps offer workout routines, nutrition guides, and real-time data on your performance, making them valuable tools in achieving your fitness objectives.
Comfort and Climate Control
Creating a comfortable environment in your home gym is vital for enjoyable and productive workouts. Proper climate control is essential to regulate temperature and humidity levels. Invest in heating and cooling systems to maintain a comfortable temperature year-round, ensuring your workouts are not affected by extreme weather conditions.
Adequate ventilation is crucial for circulating fresh air and preventing stuffiness. Ceiling fans or air purifiers can improve air circulation and provide a refreshing breeze during intense workouts.
Incorporate comfortable seating or relaxation areas where you can rest and recover between sets or after workouts. Having a dedicated space to cool down and stretch can enhance your overall gym experience.
Safety should be a top priority when designing your home gym. Follow these essential safety measures to create a safe workout environment:
1. Ensure proper spacing between equipment to prevent collisions during exercises.
2. Secure heavy equipment to walls or the floor to prevent tipping.
3. Install safety mats or pads around high-impact areas, such as weightlifting stations.
4. Keep a first-aid kit readily available in case of minor injuries or accidents.
By implementing these safety precautions, you can exercise with confidence and minimize the risk of injuries.
Green and Sustainable Home Gym Practices
Embrace eco-friendly practices when designing your home gym to minimize your environmental impact. Consider the following green options:
1. Opt for energy-efficient lighting, such as LED bulbs, to reduce electricity consumption.
2. Choose equipment made from sustainable materials or those that can be recycled.
3. Incorporate indoor plants to improve air quality and add a touch of natural beauty to your gym.
Small changes can make a significant difference in creating an eco-friendly workout space that aligns with your commitment to sustainability.
Maintenance and Cleaning Tips
Maintaining a clean and well-organized home gym is essential for a safe and hygienic workout environment. Establish a regular cleaning routine to keep dust and dirt at bay, preventing the accumulation of allergens.
Wipe down equipment after each use to remove sweat and bacteria. Additionally, check and tighten any loose bolts or screws regularly to ensure the safety and longevity of your equipment.
Designing a functional and beautiful home gym is a rewarding project that allows you to create a personalized workout space that meets your fitness needs and aesthetic preferences. Assess your space and budget, select the right equipment, and create an inviting atmosphere that motivates you to stay active and healthy.
Incorporate practical solutions for storage, mirrors, flooring, and soundproofing to optimize your gym space. Add entertainment and technology to keep your workouts engaging and fun. Prioritize safety, comfort, and climate control to ensure a safe and enjoyable workout experience.
Embrace green and sustainable practices to reduce your environmental impact and create an eco-friendly gym. Lastly, maintain cleanliness and organization to preserve the functionality and beauty of your home gym for years to come. With these tips, you can design a home gym that enhances your fitness journey and empowers you to achieve your health and wellness goals. | health |
https://www.ditchleygroup.ie/ | 2020-07-11T20:04:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655937797.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20200711192914-20200711222914-00185.warc.gz | 0.947282 | 310 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__76437961 | en | Ditchley Care Nursing Homes
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You’re welcome to drop into our nursing homes at any time for a visit, so you can see for yourself what a warm, caring environment we create for our residents. Feel free to make an appointment at any time – we’re just a phone call away.
As we enter Phase 2+ of the roadmap for reopening society and business, we are delighted that visitor restrictions in our nursing homes are also being relaxed. Notably, from Monday, June 15, the phased resumption of indoor visiting can commence in accordance with guidance issued by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC).
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We are extremely proud of our Nursing Homes and the care we deliver. If you are considering residential care for yourself or a loved one, we would be delighted to welcome you to visit one of nursing homes and see for yourself, why so many people choose to live in a Ditchley Care Nursing Home. | health |
https://vse-gdz.info/10-mistakes-that-most-people-make-7/ | 2023-12-10T14:41:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102469.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210123756-20231210153756-00386.warc.gz | 0.960863 | 508 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__256614176 | en | Operating is an amazing type of exercise that offers many health benefits. It can aid you shed calories, increase your cardiovascular health and fitness, and also even improve your mental health. Nonetheless, just like any type of exercise, running lugs the danger of injury. One typical concern numerous runners deal with is ankle discomfort. Ankle joint pain when running can be discouraging and incapacitating, avoiding you from reaching your fitness goals. In this write-up, we will explore the causes, prevention, and also therapy of ankle joint pain when running.
There are several potential sources of ankle discomfort when running. One of one of the most common is overuse. Running places a lot of stress and anxiety on the ankle joints, and also if you boost your training volume or intensity as well quickly, you may experience irritability or swelling in the ankle joint. Additionally, ankle joint discomfort can be caused by incorrect running form or using inadequate shoes. Working on irregular surfaces or in damaged shoes can likewise add to ankle discomfort.
Prevention is essential when it concerns preventing ankle joint pain while running. Firstly, it is vital to listen to your body and not press yourself as well hard. Progressively enhance your mileage and also intensity, enabling your muscle mass as well as ligaments to adjust. Incorporating strength as well as security exercises right into your training routine can likewise assist sustain your ankle joint joints. Furthermore, putting on appropriate running shoes that provide sufficient padding as well as support is essential in avoiding ankle pain. On a regular basis replacing your operating shoes can likewise minimize the danger of injury.
If you are experiencing ankle pain when running, it is vital to take suitable steps for therapy. Resting and also minimizing your running volume can provide your ankles time to heal. Applying ice to the afflicted location can help reduce inflammation and alleviate discomfort. You might additionally think about utilizing compression wraps or braces to provide added support and stability. If the pain persists, it is important to speak with a healthcare specialist who can accurately detect the issue as well as provide ideal treatment choices, such as physical treatment or orthotics.
In conclusion, ankle joint discomfort when running is an usual problem that can considerably affect your running routine. By recognizing the causes, taking preventive measures, and also seeking correct therapy, you can conquer ankle discomfort and remain to delight in the numerous benefits of running. Bear in mind, paying attention to your body, wearing appropriate footwear, and also slowly increasing your training are vital for keeping healthy and balanced and pain-free ankle joints. | health |
https://www.graceskincarestudio.com/rkmri-medical-reiki | 2019-01-21T23:48:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583822341.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20190121233709-20190122015709-00239.warc.gz | 0.94855 | 575 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__107688569 | en | What Is RKMRI Medical Reiki?
RKMRI Medical Reiki is a protocol in the practice of Integrative Medicine governed by Raven Keyes Medical Reiki International, LLC. RKMRI Medical Reiki is based on the Gold Standards and Best Practices developed by Raven Keyes for bringing the loving and healing power of Reiki to patients during surgeries or during other medical treatments, such as chemotherapy. The Gold Standards and Best Practices are the foundation of Raven Keyes Medical Reiki International, LLC.
Raven Keyes is the internationally recognized Reiki Master Teacher who based the Gold Standards and Best Practices of RKMRI Medical Reiki Training on her many years of working with top surgeons, including but not limited to Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Sheldon M. Feldman, Chief, Division of Breast Surgery & Breast Surgical Oncology Director, Breast Cancer Services Professor, Department of surgery, at Montefiore Einstein Center for Cancer Care.
RKMRI Medical Reiki is the practice of bringing healing power into an operating room by a Certified Medical Reiki Master attuned to the power of Reiki and trained to transmit that healing power during surgery while working safely and unobtrusively with the surgical team.
Every patient deserves a Certified Medical Reiki Master (RKMRI CMRM) during surgery, or during any medical procedure. Clinical results have shown that stress is relieved, pain is reduced, less pain medication is needed, and amount of time needed to heal is dramatically reduced. Raven Keyes Medical Reiki International, LLC is the only company with a Registry of Certified Medical Reiki practitioners trained in how to work safely and unobtrusively with surgical teams, or in any other medical environment.
Raven Keyes Medical Reiki International, LLC is the only teaching body that trains Reiki Masters in the Gold Standards and Best Practices of working in medicine, resulting in certification to practice Integrative Medicine, Energy Medicine and Complementary & Alternative Medicine as RKMRI Certified Medical Reiki Masters. This is all made possible because Raven Keyes is the first, and only Reiki Master to have been invited to work as a Reiki Master for many years in the operating rooms of the most prestigious surgeons in the United States, including Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Sheldon Marc Feldman. She has taken her years of experience and turned them into a training program based on the Gold Standards and Best Practices she developed for Reiki Masters who wish to work in medicine. Once trained, the Certified Medical Reiki Masters are entered into the Raven Keyes Medical Reiki Registry, can Intern in the OR, and may be sent out to assist patients as requests are received.
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http://www.achievingexcellence.com/Pelvic-Health-and-Awareness-for-Women-and-Men.html | 2017-08-18T12:31:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-34/segments/1502886104636.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20170818121545-20170818141545-00333.warc.gz | 0.921475 | 659 | CC-MAIN-2017-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-34__0__237185055 | en | This program is an innovative approach that combines the latest in medical research about pelvic floor function with the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education. Pelvic Health and Awareness for Women and Men is a step-by-step program to improve your awareness and function of the pelvic floor. The gentle exercises in this program go beyond any existing pelvic floor training program. The exercises are effective for improving bladder control, reducing back or pelvic pain, and recovering from childbirth, abdominal or prostate surgery or trauma. They are also useful for sexual functioning, digestive troubles and hip problems. Equestrians, dancers and movement teachers will find immediate application in their own field.
The exercises in the Pelvic Health and Awareness program, supported by the research, emphasize the use of the pelvic floor muscles with other muscles in the hips, legs and torso, as part of a coordinated system. The lessons use larger functional movements, breathing, imagery and directed attention to improve awareness and control of the pelvic floor.
The audio program includes everything you need to know in order to benefit. When you have completed the program, you will have more awareness and control of the pelvic floor. The lessons have easy-to-follow instructions for what to do, how to do it, and where to direct your attention.
There are six educational talks and six easy-to-do Awareness Through Movement® lessons. Lessons 1-4 are done lying on a firmly padded surface, like a carpet, exercise mat or folded blanket, and lessons 5-6 explore using the pelvic floor as you sit and move on a firm chair. These novel and gentle exercises are easy to do and appropriate for all adults. You don't need any special equipment, just your audio player and 30 minutes a day to see steady improvement.
Read Deborah's article: Pelvic Health and Awareness
- Introduction - 3:32
- How to do the lessons - 2:27
- How to benefit from the program - 1:35
- Locating parts of the pelvis - 5:47
- The pelvic floor as a dynamic system - 3:59
- Habits and the pelvic floor - 2:07
- Breathing to relax and balance the nervous system - 23:51
- Activating the right and left sides of the pelvic floor - 34:37
- Engaging the abdominals - 35:22
- Activating the front and back of the pelvic floor - 38:29
- Dynamic sitting with the right and left sides of the pelvic floor - 30:58
- Dynamic sitting with the front and back of the pelvic floor - 38:19
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This is a wonderful series of lessons, targeted specifically to the pelvic floor with very effective movements. Each lesson is explained slowly and precisely, and Deborah Bowes has a wonderful, gentle voice. The recordings are not recorded classes, as some of the audio sets offered here are. I have bought many MP3 and CD sets from this site, and this is one of my favorites. I will use it again and again. I wish Ms. Bowes would offer more I would buy them all.
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https://trickyocean.com/what-are-diazepam-side-effects/ | 2023-09-23T10:15:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506480.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20230923094750-20230923124750-00261.warc.gz | 0.946848 | 1,280 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__128772136 | en | A side effect is an effect which occurs when a medication(Diazepam) does more than target the specific area of the body to bring about its therapeutic benefits. For pharmaceuticals to gain approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the U.S, or any similar organisation in another country, they are required to undergo extensive testing and clinical trials.
This research has to be directed toward the efficacy, safety and reliability of the medication. But, furthermore, the adverse effects of the medicine have to be evaluated as well. These adverse events must be listed in the medication guide or patient information leaflet (PIL).
The FDA urges patients to be forthcoming about the side effects of different pharmaceuticals as it provides useful information pertaining to the safety of the medicament.
In most cases, the severity of side effects is known to worsen in situations where there is non-compliance to the recommended guidelines of usage. This can be done by not taking the medication as instructed or using dosages greater than those prescribed.
According to many patients, diazepam side effects are typically mild in severity, but this can be more severe in circumstances where the medication is used more frequently than it should.
How to Classify the Side Effects of Valium
Some adverse events are more likely to occur than others, and so side effects are classified based on their probability of occurring in a patient administering the therapeutic. No two patients are alike and so the way in which a medicine can affect a person is likewise, different.
The probability of side effects can be classified as:
- Very common: greater than (or equal to) one in ten people
- Common: between one in ten and one in 100 people
- Uncommon: between one in 100 and one in 1000 people
- Rare: between one in 1000 and one in 10 000 people
- Very rare: less than one in 10 000 people
The information contained in the PIL is merely a guideline of the possible side effects that can occur, and is not a definitive indication that a particular adverse event will occur. The PIL is, furthermore, a list of the known side effects that occur with the administration of the medication. It is not an exhaustive list and further side effects, unbeknown to the manufacturer, can occur.
Not every side effect is undesired or negative, some side effects can be beneficial, albeit unintentional, consequences of a using a particular medicine.
Valium Side Effects and Reactions
An adverse event is one which occurs during therapy, but does not necessarily have a direct relationship with the medicament. An adverse reaction, on the other hand, has a direct relation to the medicine during treatment.
Adverse Reactions can be classified as:
- Dose-dose reactions: these are interactions which occur with the medication at either the normal dosage or an elevated amount of therapeutic administered.
- Non-dose-related reactions: an adverse reaction which occurs at any administered dosage
- Time related reactions: these are reactions which occur when a medication is used for a prolonged period of time, but which does not necessarily accumulate under normal conditions.
- Dose and time-related reactions: these interactions occur based on dose accumulation and prolonged administration.
- Withdrawal reactions: the undesired effects resulting from the discontinuation of treatment
- Unexpected failure of therapy: when a medication is known to increase or decrease in an unexpectedly undesired way.
A possible adverse reaction to this anti-anxiety medication is an allergic reaction. These can be mild in severity or more complicated for those who are severely allergic to the ingredients in the therapeutic.
Mild cases of hypersensitivity to a medicine can be seen as hives, rashes and itchy skin or eyes. More severe allergies involve restrictions to the respiratory system, and it is in these cases that one discontinues treatment immediately and seeks emergency medical services.
Common Side Effects of Valium
- ‘Spinning’ sensations: this is also referred to as vertigo, and feels as though you, or the world around you, is spinning. This sensation is a feeling of being off balance and can be eased by sitting in an upright position and tilting your head in a 45 degree angle, in the direction opposite to where you may be experiencing the vertigo. You should remain in this position for at least 30 seconds and then repeat this exercise in the opposite direction.
- Constipation: constipation can set in when there are infrequent bowel movements and the passing of stools becomes difficult. In general, bowel movements less than 3 per week in frequency can be regarded as constipation. Increasing the intake of fibre-rich foods can help relieve the discomfort of this side effect. Adequate hydration is also important for managing constipation.
- Fatigue: this is a term used to describe the intense feeling of tiredness. Fatigue is not the same as feeling sleepy but can be regarded as a complete lack of motivation to do anything. Eating small, frequent, energy-boosting meals can help effectively relieve these intense feelings of tiredness.
Do the Side Effects of Diazepam Affect Everyone the Same?
It is not known exactly how a side effect will affect person, but Diazepam is thought that adverse events tend to be more severe for older persons than younger individuals. This is due to the increased sensitivity of the elderly to the ingredients of a medication, and this hypersensitivity can be related to the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of a therapeutic.
- Pharmacodynamics: these are the physiological and biochemical effects of the medication. Seniors are prone to heightened side effects as the aging process brings about physiological changes in the elderly, resulting in different pharmacodynamic actions of the medicine.
- Pharmacokinetics: this refers to the activity of the medication in the body, over a certain period of time. Seniors normally have decreased hepatic and renal functioning as compared to younger people, and this can affect the elimination of the therapeutic from the body. If the medication accumulates in the body of an elderly person, enhanced adverse events are likely which can thereby affect the daily functioning of the patient.
Senior citizens are advised to use medicaments with caution, and specifically at lower dosages to minimise the risk of heightened Valium side effects. | health |
http://pacifica.edu/Psy.D._Clinical_Psychology_home.aspx | 2013-05-21T12:53:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368700014987/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516102654-00096-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.925525 | 365 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__111320378 | en | The Psy.D. program represents Pacifica's commitment to grounding the principles of depth psychology in clinical practice. It is designed to produce exquisitely trained clinical psychologists who are skilled in a broad range of clinical work, including psychotherapy, assessment, supervision, and consultation, informed and enriched by psychodynamic perspectives. Pacifica trains students to achieve the powerful combination which results from combining core clinical skill sets and knowledge with primary, personal experience of the unconscious factors which motivate behavior.
The Psy.D. program includes four years of coursework designed to teach increasingly complex, sequential, competency-based and integrative content which makes up the building blocks of professional competence in clinical psychology. The first two years include emphasis on knowledge and practice skills in such core topics as psychopathology, diagnosis, psychological testing and assessment, ethics, and research, including depth psychology approaches in all these areas. The third and fourth years include increasing focus on advanced psychotherapy skills, with particular focus on Jungian, archetypal, psychoanalytic, and other psychodynamic perspectives.
Pacifica's Psy.D. program offers a uniquely integrative and depthful education which carefully preserves the importance of the role of unconscious life in clinical practice, while ensuring a solid education in the universally recognized attitudes, competencies, skill sets, and knowledge bases critical to a successful career as a clinical psychologist.
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—JAMES L. BRODERICK, PROGRAM CHAIR | health |
https://cors.se/en/news/new-study-about-prevalence-and-trends-of-overweight-and-obesity-amongst-the-older-population-in-ten-european-countries/ | 2024-04-19T07:12:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817289.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419043820-20240419073820-00295.warc.gz | 0.960239 | 599 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__18549008 | en | Concerns for overweight and obesity are present throughout the world, and the part of the older population that is affected is considered to be high. Obesity and overweight increase the risk of several diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and coronary heart disease, and are also associated with osteoarthritis, asthma and depression.
Since overweigh and obesity are common in many economically developed countries, it is important to monitor the development of these conditions over time in order to assess interventions aimed at preventing and lessening the burden for those who are affected.
A recently published study set out to provide current information about the prevalence and development over time, of overweight and obesity among adults, aged 50 years and older, in ten European countries. To do so, the researchers behind the study analyzed data from the first, second, fourth and fifth waves of the Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE). Body mass index (BMI) measures were calculated from self-reported height and weight in accordance with the World Health Organization’s guidelines.
The results from the study showed that the general prevalence of overweight has remained at a rather stable level around 60% between the years 2005 and 2013, while the prevalence of obesity has increased from 17.5% to 19.2% during the same time period. The highest prevalence of overweight and obesity were found in Spain, Germany and Austria. Spain was also the only country in which the prevalence of both overweight and obesity decreased between 2005 and 2013, and Italy was the only country in which the prevalence of overweight deceased. The study also showed that the prevalence of overweight increased between the years 2005 and 2013 for respondents in the age group 80 years and older while it decreased for respondents in the age group 60 to 69 years. The prevalence of obesity increased for respondents in the age groups 60 to 69 years and 70 to 79 years. The prevalence of overweight decreased slightly among women during the studied time period while it remained at a stable level among men. The prevalence of obesity on the other hand, increased among men during the time period while it remained unchanged among women.
To sum up, the findings show that the prevalence of overweight and obesity is high among the older population in the ten European countries studied. The researchers behind the study emphasize that overweight and obesity are major public health concerns to which attention needs to be paid. They stress the need for developing medical management approaches and public-health policies, effective healthy lifestyle programs, as well as enhancing health literacy concerning the importance of maintaining a healthy weight.
The text above is based on the publication:
Peralta, M., Ramos, M., Lipert, A., Martins, J. and A. Marques. 2018. Prevalence and trends of overweight and obesity in older adults from 10 European countries from 2005 to 2013. Scandinavian Journal of Public Health 46: 522–529. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1403494818764810. | health |
https://shop615.com/shop/big-bend-beard-balm/ | 2022-05-21T02:21:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662534773.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220521014358-20220521044358-00412.warc.gz | 0.898359 | 170 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__81860854 | en | Smells like worn leather and a campfire
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https://apriltwentytwo.com/the-why/tights-that-nourish-your-skin/ | 2024-04-24T23:19:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819971.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424205851-20240424235851-00337.warc.gz | 0.904164 | 653 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__168373339 | en | In the quest for healthier skin, we often overlook the impact of our clothing choices. From harsh synthetic fabrics to chemical-laden textiles, our wardrobe decisions can either support or detract from our skin’s well-being. However, there’s a new player in town, the brand APRIL22, that’s revolutionizing the way we think about skincare and fashion: biodegradable tights infused with aloe vera.
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https://tranquilityofshelby.com/about/ | 2021-10-20T18:42:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585348.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20211020183354-20211020213354-00472.warc.gz | 0.980362 | 255 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__228520656 | en | Sandra was in private practice for 26 years in Brielle, NJ after graduating from the Ocean Massage Institute. Sandra later became a Licensed Skin Care Professional in the State of New Jersey. She received certification in Breakthrough Shadow Coaching with the Debbie Ford Institute. She moved to Cleveland County NC in 2018.
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http://facialrejuvenation.cliniccompare.co.uk/cost-thermage-treatment | 2015-03-02T00:53:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-11/segments/1424936462577.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20150226074102-00100-ip-10-28-5-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.953806 | 404 | CC-MAIN-2015-11 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-11__0__46840821 | en | Thermage treatment is a no surgical treatment designed to smooth, tighten and contour the skin to give a younger fresher appearance. It works by stimulating collagen, a natural substance within our skin. Thermage is a radiofrequency treatment that can be used on all skin types and colours. It can be used anywhere on the body with the facial area being the most popular choice for treatment.
The treatment works by a hand piece that has a smooth flat tip being moved over the skin. The radiofrequency treatment gently heats the collagen rich deeper layers of our skin. The heat used will help to tighten collagen already present and stimulate production of new collagen over a period of time. This will reduce sagging, renew contours and make an improvement to the smoothness and overall texture of the skins surface. Thermage treatment for the eyes is particularly effective and can smooth and tighten the skin to reduce wrinkles. Unlike other types of radiofrequency treatments that generally work after three or four sessions Thermage delivers results with just one treatment. Some difference can be noticed straight away with continued improvement over a few months. The entire process can take as little as forty five minutes to treat the facial area and up to an hour and a half to treat body areas.
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https://www.rootandbranchbodywork.com/post/first-bodywork-session-here-s-what-to-expect | 2024-04-18T06:32:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817200.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418061950-20240418091950-00895.warc.gz | 0.949931 | 1,756 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__41362985 | en | This post is intended to serve as a guide for anyone who will be receiving hands-on bodywork for the first time. I am honored that you have started your treatment journey at Root & Branch, and look forward to working with you!
Selecting a Treatment
Root & Branch has 3 types of sessions to choose from, all of which are described in detail on the Services page. In short, the Recover treatment is structured like a passive traditional massage therapy session; the Mend treatment blends massage therapy with a wider variety of therapeutic modalities and frequently includes active movement work in addition to massage; the Thrive session is primarily a guided movement session with manual and tactile cuing. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about the treatment menu!
Prior to your session, you will be asked to fill out some paperwork to help your therapist better understand what brings you in for a massage, and how they can best meet your treatment goals and expectations. Performing a thorough intake prior to a massage is particularly important to ensure your safety, which is why it’s important to answer all questions in full (even if they seem unrelated to what you’re coming in for). In addition to detailing any injury history or physical symptoms, be sure to disclose any allergies and medications.
Please don’t hesitate to disclose any accessibility needs in your intake (e.g. assistance required on the stairs). This includes any sensory needs as well (scents, sounds, textures, quality of touch).
At Root & Branch, your initial intake is performed online upon scheduling your first session, and your therapist will perform any additional screening and interviewing prior to your session.
Preparing for a Session
I recommend making sure that you’re nice and hydrated before receiving any bodywork (and be sure to use the restroom before your session so you can fully relax on the table for 60 to 90 minutes!).
Wearing loose clothes that are easy to get in and out of will make it easy for you to transition to/from the treatment table. For Mend sessions that may include some movement and clothed treatment techniques, I recommend wearing loose athletic clothing, and bringing a pair of shorts if we’ll be working on your lower body. People with long hair may want to tie their hair back – but don’t worry, if you forget your hair tie, Root & Branch has a bowl of them in the treatment room!
Many clients find that pre-paying for a treatment helps them better relax mentally during the session. Root & Branch provides the option to pre-pay for appointments scheduled online; additionally, you can always contact your therapist ahead of time to pay via Paypal or Venmo.
I always recommend planning on arriving to your first session at least 10 minutes before your scheduled treatment time – this gives you a time cushion to find the studio, park, use the restroom, and review your intake with your therapist, and ask the therapist any questions.
Start of the Session
For a traditional massage treatment (such as the Recover), your therapist will orient you to the treatment table, face cradle (that U-shaped pillow at the head of the table) and draping (sheets and blanket).
Here is what a typical massage table set-up looks like:
Your therapist will step out of the treatment room to give you space to undress to your comfort level and lie down on the treatment table between the sheets. Depending on the focus of your treatment, you may be asked to lie face down (with your face in the U-shaped face cradle), or face up (with the back of your head on the table). If your positioning on the table feels uncomfortable at all, let your therapist know so they can add/adjust any pillows or bolsters to offer better support during your treatment.
There is no right or wrong way to undress for a massage, but it can be helpful to have any areas of focus for your treatment clear of any straps (such as a bra) or thick layers of clothing (such as denim). Some clients prefer to keep their underwear on, and some will choose to keep their pants on if they want to focus on the upper body only. Per state law, the client’s body must remain covered throughout the treatment session; the therapist individually undrapes each region of the body being worked on, then redrapes afterward.
During Mend treatment sessions, your therapist may recommend focusing on some mat-based movement and assessment, as well as clothed treatments on the table before or after receiving massage. If this is the case, your therapist will continuously check in and guide you through the process.
During the Session
Especially for massage first-timers, I typically start a session with some gentle grounding work to help the client relax and acclimate to therapeutic touch. This can include some compression (pressing into the body with a broad hand), rocking, and deep breathing. This also gives me the opportunity to observe how the body lays at rest and notice any patterns of tension, which will help guide the treatment session.
Treatment techniques used during a session are always tailored to the individual, with safety and efficacy prioritized. Sometimes it is not safe or advisable to use very deep pressure (and this often creates further long-term issues despite the short-term relief); however, other techniques may be used to address an area of increased tension or irritability. Many massage-experienced clients are surprised to find that they actually have a better long-term response to a gentler treatment than the “hurts-so-good” deep-tissue treatments they have received in the past (and there is a reason for that, but that’s a topic for a whole other post!).
It's completely normal to fall asleep or for your belly to start rumbling during a session – actually, it’s a good thing! Both are indications that your autonomic nervous system has shifted out of the “fight or flight” sympathetic state to the “rest and digest” parasympathetic state, which is where recovery and rebuilding happens.
After the Session
At the conclusion of a massage session, the therapist will leave the room to allow you to slowly transition back to the outside world and get dressed. At Root & Branch, I ask you to just crack the door of the treatment room open when you’re all set, allowing you the time and space you need.
I always recommend staying extra hydrated following a session and taking it easy with any exercise or vigorous work following the session that day. It’s okay to train after a massage, but I do recommend keeping your training volume at a lower intensity and taking extra time to warm up and map out your body at the start of your training session, since bodywork, stretching, and deep relaxation work can temporarily alter your proprioception and general reaction speed following. That said, it CAN be beneficial to actively move your body through its full range of motion when you’re integrating new movement patterning or postural habits!
Many clients note that their sleep and digestion feel better after receiving bodywork, in addition to feeling lighter and less restricted with movement.
“That was amazing! How often should I be doing this?”
The answer to this completely depends on what your goals are for seeking treatment, as well as what your body and self-care routine looks like outside of the studio. The needs of a musician seeking relief for repetitive overuse issues will look different from those of a triathlete with the same stated goal.
For managing anything that is chronic in nature (such as fibromyalgia or posture-related pain), regular treatment sessions every 2 weeks or so can be beneficial. I often work with elite athletes weekly or biweekly to assist with recovery and injury prevention. For a general tune-up and stress management, once a month is sufficient for many.
The effects of regular bodywork are cumulative, and I do find that my clients who are able to book a few sessions every 1-2 weeks initially (then transition to 1-2 times a month or as needed) tend to have better long-term treatment outcomes. It is also important to regularly do any stretches or mobility activities recommended during a session to see any benefit from them – even with regularly scheduled sessions, performing a doorway pec stretch once every 2 weeks is not enough to meaningfully alter your posture!
Hopefully this post leaves you feeling prepared and ready for your session. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate t | health |
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Clinical and Crisis Services offers a range of behavioral health services for youth and families. By providing access to crucial support services in schools and at our Youth Center, Alternatives reaches more than 800 youth and their families annually with services that range from prevention to skill-building to crisis response.
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Alex is one recent Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention client who was able to make positive changes as a result of the support he received at Alternatives. Alex was referred to counseling to deal with marijuana use, drinking alcohol and shoplifting. At the time he entered Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention, the outlook for his future was grim; he was failing in school and at risk of losing his foster care placement. He was referred to Alternatives’ Career and Employment Services program to help him with his school issues and assist him in finding a part-time job. The therapist helped Alex to realize that he was using substances as an escape. During therapy, Alex and his foster family worked on communication, anger management, impulsivity and positive skill-building. This work helped him to make positive changes and improve his relationship with his new family. Alex and his foster parents became closer and learned more about one another as they built a trusting and supportive relationship. The support Alex received helped him choose a more positive path. He stopped using substances, completed school and is currently enrolled in an auto-mechanic training program at Truman College. | health |
http://withtrauma.com/cervical-and-lumbar-facet-arthropathy/ | 2015-10-04T04:56:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-40/segments/1443736672441.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20151001215752-00032-ip-10-137-6-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.821823 | 1,408 | CC-MAIN-2015-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-40__0__15850700 | en | Cervical and Lumbar Facet Arthropathy3
David M. Sibell
Description: Zygapophyseal (facet) joints are synovial diarthroses from C1 to S1. These diarthroses are innervated by the medial branch of the primary posterior ramus of two surrounding segmental spinal nerves. Facet syndrome (Facet Arthropathy) is a condition in which the zygapophysial joint in the back of the spine degenerate and subsequently cause pain.
Geriatric Considerations: Geriatric populations are more prone to cumulative stress injuries and osteoarthritis.
Pediatric Considerations: Facet arthropathy is uncommon in children.
Prevalence: True prevalence unknown. Facet arthropathy estimates: cervical: 55% lumbar: 31%.
Risk Factors: There're multiple markers for osteoarthritis. HLA-B27 gene is associated with most inflammatory spondyloarthropathies.
Pathophysiology: facet joints in dynamic areas, such as C2-C4, C6-C8, and L4-S1, are subject to macrotrauma (fracture), microtrauma (endplate injuries, hemarthroses), and osteoarthritis. Joint degeneration occurs in inflammatory arthritides.
Etiology: Pain from facet arthropathy comes from injury to the articular cartilage, synovium, and/or surrounding bony structures.
✓ Minimization of ballistic spinal motion and extreme axial loading
✓ Treatment of underlying inflammatory arthritides
✓ Maintenance of posture and myofascial conditioning
- Traumatic and degenerative changes
- Internal disc degeneration
- Inflammatory arthritides
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Signs and Symptoms: Considerable controversy surrounds the value of clinical examination. Although examination does not result in specific diagnosis, it is necessary to assess related disorders and to decide which patients go on for confirmatory testing.
History: Mechanical chronic axial spinal pain; if extremity symptoms are present, they do not predominate. Cervical facet arthropathy radiates to the occiput, posterior neck, shoulders, and scapulae. Cervicogenic headache is quite common for Cervical Facet Arthropathy, whilst lumbar one radiates to the low back, buttocks, hips, and rarely, to the popliteal fossae.
Physical Exam: Axial cranial, cervical, or upper thoracic pain with extension and/or rotation of the neck is present. Axial lumbar and/or buttock and/or hip pain with extension and rotation of the trunk at the hips is also typical for facet arthropathy. Besides facet arthropathy may also present with pain on flexion. Tenderness over spinous processes and facet joints at involved levels. Concomitant myofascial tenderness are not so far.
Interventional Diagnosis: Radiologically guided anesthetic blockade of the medial branches of the primary posterior rami of the involved joints. Intra-articular injections have low sensitivity and specificity.
Lab-Tests: if indicated, rheumatological laboratory evaluation
Imaging: Radiographs, CT, and MRI: osteoarthritic change (these findings are insensitive and nonspecific). Facet joint fracture in posttraumatic pain
Diagnostic Procedures/Surgery: Degenerative findings may present during open surgical procedures.
Pathological Findings: Decreased joint space, subchondral sclerosis, joint hypertrophy, and osteophytosis
- Internal disc degeneration
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Inflammatory and/or autoimmune arthritides
First Line: No medications are demonstrated to be effective.
Second Line: Consider acetaminophen, NSAIDs and opioid analgesics
Interventional: After diagnosis with comparative local anesthetic medial branch blocks, radiofrequency medial branch denervation produces lasting reduction in arthralgic pain and associated symptoms. Typical duration of effect is 12 to 18 months, after which nerve regeneration may result in recurrent symptoms. No cumulative risk occurs with repeating the procedure, should symptoms recur at 12 to 18 months; radiofrequency facet denervation has a low initial risk of morbidity. Pulsed radiofrequency has yet to duplicate the results of traditional radiofrequency, and it is not a first-line therapy. Intra-articular steroid injections have not demonstrated benefit past approximately 2 weeks' duration.
- Range of motion exercises
- Independent home exercise program training
- Passive modalities have no proven role in the treatment of this entity.
- Enhance self-management skills
- Cognitive behavioral approach to spinal health
- Biofeedback/relaxation therapy
- Spinal fusion with facetectomy
- Possible role for disc replacement
Complementary and Alternative Medicine: No recommendations are specific for this disorder, but acupuncture and massage may be useful.
Prognosis: The natural history of facet arthropathy is continued pain and possibly eventual spontaneous fusion.
Issues for Referral: For patients with continued pain despite active treatment, referral to a pain management specialist capable of performing medial branch denervation is recommended.
Complications: Reduced range of motion, secondary myofascial pain, spontaneous fusion
- Aigner T, Dudhia J. Genomics of osteoarthritis. Curr Opin Rheumatol. 2003;15(5):634-640.
- Dreyfuss P, Baker R, Leclaire R, et al. Radiofrequency facet joint denervation in the treatment of low back pain: a placebo-controlled clinical trial to assess efficacy. Spine. 2002;1;27(5):556-557.
- Dreyfuss P, et al. Efficacy and validity of radiofrequency neurotomy for chronic lumbar zygapophysial joint pain. Spine. 2000;15;25(10):1270-1277.
- Kornick C, et al. Complications of lumbar facet radiofrequency denervation. Spine. 2004;29(12):1352-1354.
- Lord SM, et al. The utility of comparative local anesthetic blocks versus placebo-controlled blocks for the diagnosis of cervical zygapophysial joint pain. Clin J Pain. 1995;11(3):208-213.
- Lord SM, et al. Percutaneous radio-frequency neurotomy for chronic cervical zygapophyseal-joint pain. N Engl J Med. 1996;335:1721-1726. | health |
https://beta.edinburgh.gov.uk/benefits-grants/help-benefits-people-affected-cancer?documentId=12264&categoryId=20127 | 2019-07-20T20:46:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195526670.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20190720194009-20190720220009-00115.warc.gz | 0.871317 | 219 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__75418911 | en | Living with cancer can cost a great deal of money. We offer free and confidential benefit advice to increase your income. We can help with
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Protein forms the building blocks of all muscles. Adequate protein is crucial not only for maintaining muscle but also for building many immune complexes and chemical messengers in the body.
There are many high-protein foods available today. And you may be consuming plenty of high-protein foods. But, are you actually assimilating the protein you need?
After the age of 35 your digestive enzyme secretions start diminishing. Without adequate enzymes, your body simply cannot digest a big chunk of protein very well (particularly A Blood Types). That partially digested protein begins to putrefy in the intestines, causing discomfort and leaching toxins into the system. Therefore, little of its valuable proteins can be assimilated by your body!
This means that even if you're eating a protein-rich diet, you may actually be protein starved!
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Among those few family-operated cheesemaking plants still in existence, stories occasionally circulate on how grandma drank a glass of whey a day to stay strong and healthy. Her energy level and physical well-being provided testimonial to the benefits of whey.
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Whey proteins are complete proteins, supplying the body with essential amino acids required for good health. This is why whey proteins provide excellent nutrition for active teens, healthy adults and the elderly.
Whey protein, once thought to be a useless by-product of cheese production, has recently become one of the most popular protein supplements. This is due, in part, to the development of several methods for distilling whey into a high-quality powder that is pratically fat- and lactose-free. Although it's the most expensive of the three protein powders (whey, casein and soy), whey has a number of advantages over other protein supplements.
It is reported that whey Proteins are digested much faster than less advanced proteins. Increased rate of digestion has been shown to result in increased plasma amino acid and protein synthesis attributes, which makes it particularly attractive in the fields of clinical nutrition.
Whey proteins are comprised of high-biological-value proteins and proteins that have different functions. A wealth of scientific research has proven that whey protein has the highest biological value (BV) of any protein. Biological value measures protein power and efficiency with which your body uses protein. The Whey Protein Institute's website gives a biological value of 100 to whey protein, 80 to casein and 74 to soy protein concentrate.
The main whey proteins are beta-lactoglobulin and alpha-lactoglobulin, two small globular proteins that account for about 70 to 80% of total whey protein. Proteins present in lesser amounts include the immunoglobulins IgG, IgA and IgM, but especially IgG, glycomacropeptides, bovine serum albumin, lactoferrin, lactoperoxidase and lysozyme. Whey proteins also contain smaller peptides derived from various proteins which are called biopeptides.
Whey Proteins have been studied by various nutritionists and it is of great interest that whey proteins have been shown to be useful in post operative care of patients as most digestible proteins. It is highly recommended in body cell repairing & growth as well as provides all essential Amino Acids in sufficient amount to provide the best possible solution for formulation of clinical foods. Whey Proteins consist of various minor proteins like L-lactoalbumin, Lactoferrin, immunoglobulins, serum albumin, Lactoperxidase etc. Having high therapeutic values. These constituents have special medical application in products to treat & prevent a large number of clinical problems such as :
- Special formulation for diabetic patients
- For cardiac ailments
- For high cholesterol patients
- For liver, arthritis patients
- For burn patients
- To deal with situations like renal failure, gout, trauma etc.
Processing method (i.e., filtration, hydrolysis, ion-exchange, microfiltration, etc.) influences the availability and concentration of the variety of biologically active amino acids, peptides and fractions (i.e., alpha-lactalbumin, beta-lactoglobulin, glycomacropeptides, immunoglobulins and lactoferrin) within whey proteins. These differences may influence the physiological function of whey proteins.
Antimicrobial, Passive Immunity and Other Actions of Whey Proteins
The mechanism of the possible antimicrobial actions of whey proteins may be accounted for by examining the activities of some of the whey proteins. Lactoferrin binds iron very tightly. Iron is a nutrient essential to support microbial growth, especially the growth of pathogenic bacteria. Lactoferrin may also inhibit the adsorption and/or penetration of bacteria and viruses in the intestinal wall. Lactoperoxidase may inactivate or kill microorganisms via an enzymatic activity producing reactive oxygen species. The immunoglobulins may also play a passive immunity role.
The possible immunomodulatory activity of whey proteins may also be due, in part, to the immunoglobulins playing a role in passive immunity. Whey proteins are rich in L-cysteine and L-glutamate, two amino acids that are precursors to the tripeptide glutathione. Some are also abundant in the dipeptide sequence of glutamylcysteine. This dipeptide is also a precursor to glutathione. There is some indication that intake of whey proteins enhance monocyte glutathione levels. Enhanced glutathione levels may also contribute to a possible immunomodulatory role of whey proteins, as well as to the possible antioxidant activity of these proteins. In addition, lactoferrin may modulate immune function.
The pharmacokinetics of whey proteins should be similar to those for dietary proteins. There is indication that lactoferrin and some of the immunoglobulins in whey proteins may be more resistant to proteolytic degradation than are other types of proteins. Some proteins may be digested to peptides that may be absorbed and may have various activities (bioactive peptides). Some (e.g., bovine serum albumin, beta-lactoglobulin) may yield glutamylcysteine during their digestion, which may be absorbed and serve as a precursor to glutathione in some tissues.
Indications and Usage
Whey proteins may be useful in the nutrition of some infants and others, and there is some very preliminary evidence that they may have some immune-modulating and anticancer effects. There is no credible evidence that they build muscle faster than other protein sources.
Summary of Research on Usages of Whey
Whey proteins have been used as the sole proteins in some infant formulas, and this has reportedly resulted in fewer allergies in these infants. In one study, the use of a whey protein formula in the first six months of life significantly reduced atopic disease up to one year of age. In another study, infants receiving a whey protein-hydrolysate formula during the first six months of life had a lower incidence of cow's milk protein sensitivity at age six months, less eczema during the first year of life and less diarrhea of non-infectitious origin during the first half-year of life.
There are several animal studies in which whey and whey factors are said to exert some positive effects on immunity and cancer. Observed immuno-enhancing properties are believed by some researchers to be related only partially to whey's nutritional effects. Enhancement of host humoral immune response has been associated, in some of these studies, with whey's role in increasing glutathione levels in the body.
In animal studies, whey proteins were found to be protective against colon cancer, relative to red meat and some other protein sources. A whey protein diet significantly decreased tumor burden and extended life in mice with colon cancer, compared to mice with colon cancer fed-standard diet.
Whey protein concentrate was administered to five patients with metastatic cancers (30 grams daily for six months). Two of these patients exhibited some evidence of tumor regression, normalization of hemoglobin and peripheral lymphocyte counts. In two other patients, there was stabilization of tumor growth and increased hemoglobin levels. More research is needed.
What then is needed is digestible protein. Protein that your body can assimilate - protein that does not become toxic waste. Whey is one of the most complete proteins -- and the most easily digested. But the type of whey makes all the difference in it usefulness to your body.
A few years ago, ion-exchange, cross-flow whey production became popular. Unfortunately, ion-exchange, cross-flow membrane whey proved to contain excess sodium often up to o 89 percent sodium!
This happens because the process of ion-exchange strips out calcium and magnesium ions, and replaces them with sodium ions. The result is an extremely high-sodium product that is virtually devoid of necessary and beneficial magnesium and calcium.
What happens when you eat a protein high in sodium? Most people know that sodium draws water to it. The excess sodium in ion-exchange whey draws water into the muscle. So although the muscles appears to be growing, they are really only full of fluid! And, even worse, the excess sodium throws the potassium levels out of balance. When that happens, the electrolytes go out of balance and the entire metabolism suffers. And the whole purpose has just been defeated.
Microfiltered Whey- The Whey of Choice (HealthSmart Nutrition's Hi-Pro93)
Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate (via microfiltration) is about the purest type of "whey" protein available. The isolation of whey, using a process called "cross-flow microfiltration," is the next manufacturing step after whey is concentrated. Manufacturers making Ultrafiltered or cross flow microfiltered whey use a high-tech cold manufacturing process that utilizes ceramic filters to remove the fat and lactose and isolate the protein without damaging it. Like the ion-exchange isolate, this type of isolate has a significantly higher protein per serving ratio than whey concentrates. This type of isolate typically yields over 94 grams of protein per 100 grams of whey, and often comes close to 98 or 99 grams of protein per 100 grams of whey. Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate is virtually free of fats and carbohydrates, which may appeal to people utilizing ketogenic diets like the Atkins diet. Cross-flow microfiltration gives a whey protein isolate which is greater than 90% in protein that is undenatured and that retains all important sub-fractions ( in natural ratios, with no fat or lactose).
The microfiltration isolate used to make Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate yields a higher amount of branched-chain amino acids than whey protein concentrate. Is the microfiltration version better than the ion-exchange version? Unlike the ion-exchange isolate, microfiltration isolate is not exposed to chemical degradation. Thus, the protein is left unharmed and in its original state. This leads to added benefits over ion exchange isolate. Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate is rich in important minerals (magnesium and potassium) and contains all three of the antibacterial and antiviral whey proteins not found in ion-exchange whey. In addition, Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate is very low in fat and undergoes far less processing than ion-exchange whey.
And that's not all, Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate may contain small amounts of beneficial lactoferrin, a milk protein not found in ion-exchange whey. Lactoferrin has been shown to be antibacterial and antioxidant. It inhibits the implantation of harmful E-coli bacteria in the stomach and intestines. It has even been found to have antifungal and antiviral properties against hepatitis C, cytomegalovirus, and herpes viruses. Hi-Pro 93 whey protein isolate also may contain small amounts of yet another protein: Lactoperoxidase. This whey protein has been found to be highly immune stimulating.
The microfiltration process not only filters the whey so that the sodium levels are reduced, but the lactose levels are also reduced. This allows most of those with a lactose intolerance to digest it without any trouble.
Whey proteins are contraindicated in those who are hypersensitive to milk proteins. | health |
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https://aiin.healthcare/topics/diagnostics | 2021-12-05T10:10:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964363157.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20211205100135-20211205130135-00274.warc.gz | 0.935998 | 153 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__135026996 | en | More than one-quarter of the U.S. adult population has Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, and the condition saddles as many as 20% of its sufferers with Barrett’s esophagus. The latter is a serious risk factor for esophageal cancer.
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Our team is comprised of wonderful volunteers, community members, and partners. To learn more about our team click the link below!
Admissions & Eligibility
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The hand piece is placed on the skin and an intense pulse of light is emitted.
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Laser Hair Removal Frequently Asked Questions
+ Will laser hair removal work for me?
+ Why do I need more than one treatment?
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https://www.hippocraticsolutions.com/2024/01/18/optimizing-podiatry-billing-and-coding-for-new-medications/ | 2024-03-02T04:36:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475727.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302020802-20240302050802-00803.warc.gz | 0.931881 | 772 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__73714746 | en | In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, medical practitioners, including those specializing in podiatry, are constantly seeking effective ways to manage their practices efficiently. With the introduction of new medications like Zepbound for weight loss, healthcare providers are reminded of the importance of appropriately managing patient treatments and billing processes. For podiatry businesses, this underscores the value of reliable podiatry billing services, which help ensure patient treatments are accounted for and billed accurately to insurance providers.
Podiatrists deal with a vast array of patient health concerns, from common foot ailments to complex diabetic foot care. With this diverse patient care comes a multitude of billing and coding challenges. A specialized podiatry billing service can be a critical asset to a practice, allowing practitioners to focus on patient care rather than the nuances of medical billing, coding, and insurance claims. Here’s a look at how such services can benefit your practice, and how these components factor into handling prescribed treatments like Zepbound.
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Another key aspect is dealing with insurance processing. When new drugs like Zepbound hit the market, insurance companies may have specific documenting requirements for coverage. This can be challenging for a practice to keep track of, but a podiatry billing company, well-versed in insurance trends and policies, can stay ahead of these changes to facilitate timely and accurate reimbursements for the treatments provided.
The financial health of your podiatry practice also depends on effective practice management consulting. Consultants provide strategic advice on various aspects of running a practice, including the efficient use of billing software and the implementation of best practices in financial management. With their expertise, practices can enhance their revenue cycle management, which could involve navigating the billing for new weight loss drugs and other specialized treatments.
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http://threecheersforbabies.blogspot.com/2009/06/25-weeks.html | 2018-07-19T11:52:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590866.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20180719105750-20180719125750-00143.warc.gz | 0.9828 | 237 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__258269811 | en | Today was the start of week 25. I'm happy to be into a new week, but of course still praying that the babies stay put for many weeks to come. Still, Joe and I celebrated the new week with afternoon sundaes from Carvel.
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Dinnertime was fun because Jamie and Dave came to visit us. They brought Chinese food and we hung out and chatted for a few hours. Jamie also brought me a great bag of treats - yummy smelling soap and foot cream, lip balm, Newman-Os and a few awesome looking microwave desserts. I know officially have the most stocked room in the hospital. If anyone needs a snack, come on by.
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http://www.fro.com/orthopaedic-services/pediatric-orthopedics/ | 2017-11-24T18:41:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934808742.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20171124180349-20171124200349-00032.warc.gz | 0.901752 | 196 | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__222839377 | en | Finding a specialist in Colorado Springs with the ability to keep a child’s future and best interest in mind while diagnosing and treating children suffering from childhood ailments is a skill second to none.
When confronted with scoliosis, sports injuries, fractures, dislocations, congenital conditions, infections, or disease Front Range Orthopaedics’ pediatric specialists know how to proceed with discerning skill and sensibility.
They understand and appreciate the delicacies of dealing with children experiencing all types of pediatric orthopaedic difficulties. They are also well-versed in expertly correcting a myriad of conditions, disorders, and defects.
Our doctor’s collective experience, comprehensive knowledge, and compassionate sensitivity can redirect much of the worry and concern surrounding childhood injury or illness and turn an oftentimes scary situation into a pediatric orthopaedics success.
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https://www.pdbus.org/news/657a2adcd78e004e766a96cc | 2024-04-25T14:24:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712297295329.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20240425130216-20240425160216-00479.warc.gz | 0.934064 | 303 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__96827570 | en | PDB-101 Focus: Peak Performance
Since 2014, PDB-101 has focused on different topics to help build a collection molecular stories around a particular theme, Past topics have included cancer and diabetes.
In 2024, PDB-101 will highlight the structural stories of Peak Performance: the structural biology of athletics and well-being.
Athletes require bodies that are the best that is possible, all the way from molecules to muscles. By understanding the structure and function of our molecules, athletes can ensure that they are performing at their peak. This knowledge also informs the ways that we all can live our best lives, at all stages of our lives.
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Anabolic steroids like testosterone (blue) are among the most common performance-enhancing drugs. They have two major functions: controlling development and maintenance of “male” characteristics and regulating anabolic processes such as synthesis of proteins in muscle cells and formation of oxygen-carrying red blood cells. In the early 1960s, weightlifters and bodybuilders discovered that anabolic steroids improved performance in aerobic and endurance sports. Since then, these compounds have been used (and misused) by amateur and professional athletes. In 1975, the International Olympic Committee placed steroids on their list of banned substances, and most professional sports organizations currently ban their use. The sex hormone-binding globulin, shown here, transports testosterone in the blood from the testes to other tissues. | health |
https://thrivehm.co.uk/about/our-philosophy/ | 2022-08-07T16:54:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570651.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20220807150925-20220807180925-00709.warc.gz | 0.944709 | 880 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__65938602 | en | Find the health and wellness you need to enjoy your life to the full.
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At Thrive HM we value physical health as one of the most important and impactful factors in the human experience. Although it by no means stands alone among the qualities of a long, vibrant and happy life, it is our particular obsession. The body is the vehicle through which you experience every facet of your life. Whether it be work, rest, pleasure, you inhabit the same body throughout. As such, improving and maintaining the health and function of your body positively impacts everything you do and everything you are.
Science has illuminated the myriad ways in which your way of life today affects the trajectory of your health in the future. We know so much about how the way you choose to live today, as a 30 or 40 or 50-year-old, determines to a great extent the quality of physical health you will enjoy at 60 or 70 or 80 years old. We cannot see for certain what lies ahead, and we certainly cannot wave a magic wand to eradicate all future woes, but we can nudge our genes, cells, organs and minds towards slightly more favourable, or slightly less desirable outcomes with every choice we make. In recent years the evidence has piled up to show us just how much agency we have over this journey with our everyday choices. Good or bad decisions add up enormously over the course of time, moving a person to significantly different destinations.
The truth is, regardless of your genetic strengths and weaknesses, your way of life is having a profound impact on your future quality of life. We believe that it is well worth curating your way of life deliberately, particularly in some critical areas that are known to have huge significance. Those areas include your quality of sleep, your perspective, your connectedness to real people, your nutrition, your physical fitness and the way you manage stress. We aim to teach a powerful, impactful, yet simple and sustainable way of life that helps all of our clients and the Thrive HM community, to live better every day. We don’t follow trends or fads, we don’t have a near-religious adherence to a particular diet or way of training. We use scientifically supported methods that we have tested and seen work for hundreds of clients to date.
By collecting an extensive resource of practices, principles and tools, we have developed a way of life which is founded upon the intentional movement, towards a state of great health and optimal performance. We are here to get you into the best shape of your life, to help you thrive.
For the best possible result in any individual, individualisation is THE key. When you become a client, we go to great lengths to assess the particulars of you, your goals and your context. To tailor your program as closely as possible to what will work for you. We aim to remove all the guesswork from your recommendations through thorough assessment. We offer you a truly individualised program based on your own goals and priorities and the universal principles of a healthy life.
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Over the course of a year, Nick dropped more than half the total fat on his body with no counting calories and no eating every meal from tupperware.
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In youth, health chases wealth, yet in old age, wealth chases lost health - Dhali Lama
To keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise, we shall not be able to keep our minds strong and clear - Buddha
It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop - Confucius
The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential… these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence - Confucius
The key is to keep company with those who uplift you, whose presence calls forth your best - Epictetus
When something is important enough, you do it - Elon Musk
Do you want to know who you are? Don’t ask, ACT. Action will delineate you an define you - Thomas Jefferson | health |
https://www.pakanlab.com/research | 2020-10-21T18:46:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107877420.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20201021180646-20201021210646-00602.warc.gz | 0.88189 | 219 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__133095143 | en | The complexity of our behavior depends not only on the staggering number of neurons in the brain, but also on the precise identity of these neurons and the specific connections that they form. A simple reflex response, a complex mental process, and the cognitive decline accompanying dementia are all associated with the generation (or dysfunction) of elaborate spatial and temporal patterns of electrical activity.
A vital step in understanding the functional principles of neural circuits is to directly observe the activity of local circuit elements with high temporal and spatial resolution. Two-photon microscopy is increasingly recognized as a crucial tool for these functional investigations; providing insight into how neural circuits encode information and transfer signals throughout various brain regions. My research group utilizes advanced in vivo two-photon microscopy in behaving animals navigating in a sensory-rich virtual reality environment in combination with neuroanatomical techniques to investigate the cell-type specific microcircuitry of the cerebral cortex and subcortical projecting pathways. Using these techniques, we aim to determine underlying processes of sensory perception and sensorimotor integration in both health and neurodegenerative disease states. | health |
https://compassionart.org.uk/ | 2021-02-27T14:58:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178358976.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20210227144626-20210227174626-00510.warc.gz | 0.954706 | 146 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__197690280 | en | New CompassionART Sessions Available Now!
CompassionArt is a project launched in 2018, working with people in and around the rural area of Hexham, Northumberland who are living with long-term chronic illness which prevents them from working, and has a major impact on their daily lives. The current set of sessions are the third run of workshops in the project.
We are offering a series of beneficial creative stimulating and engaging activities to bring people together in a calm and supportive environment. During the COVID-19 epidemic, this will be an online environment. The sessions will include paper art, singing, up–cycled art and yoga. There are 24 sessions all led by artists, experts and fully qualified practitioners. | health |
https://littlepav.com/2020/05/19/living-with-someone-with-a-chronic-illness-a-world-ibd-day-tribute/comment-page-1/ | 2023-06-09T12:05:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224656675.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20230609100535-20230609130535-00030.warc.gz | 0.985006 | 2,582 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__239845747 | en | This summer will mark four years since my fiancé Daniel and I started living together. I absolutely wouldn’t have it any other way; I love waking up to him every morning and going to sleep beside him every night, especially after a long, hard-working day. Nonetheless, it’s safe to say we haven’t always had it easy. Our first couple of years of cohabiting in particular were extremely difficult; not due to “typical” living-with-your-partner inconveniences like fighting over leaving the toilet seat up, putting dirty clothes on top of as opposed to in the washing basket (which, I must say, is incredibly frustrating) and feeling on top of one another, but something very different: Crohn’s disease. Daniel was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in September 2016 – which, at the time, was one of the worst cases in the UK – and, boy, have we been on one hell of a rollercoaster ever since. Needless to say, his diagnosis has not only continued to strengthen our relationship, but drastically change our outlooks on life. As today is World IBD Day, I wanted to share my story on what it’s like to witness first-hand the impact of a chronic illness on someone’s life and the impact it can have on their partner (like me) too, but not before I give a brief overview of Crohn’s disease and its symptoms.
For those of you who aren’t completely aware, Crohn’s disease is a long-term condition that causes inflammation of the digestive system and is one of the two main forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), the other being Ulcerative Colitis (source: Crohn’s and Colitis UK). It is said to be hereditary and, while there are different forms of treatment such as drugs and surgery, there is currently no cure. As Daniel’s case is severe, he takes a multitude of medications daily as well as an injection weekly. The symptoms that Daniel experienced before his diagnosis, and still experiences regularly, include abdominal pain and (if you’re squeamish, brace yourself) diarrhoea, tiredness and fatigue and feeling generally unwell. A full list of the symptoms can also be found on the link referenced earlier.
Now, for the story. As I said, Daniel was diagnosed in September 2016. He suffered from the aforementioned symptoms and more for about nine months prior and underwent innumerable tests and scans before he was finally diagnosed via a colonoscopy, following which they explained to us that it looked like Daniel had – shockingly – had the disease for around five-to-seven years already. These months leading up to his diagnosis were some of the hardest for the both of us; it was horrible for Daniel to continue to experience pain and suffering for reasons the GP couldn’t even decipher, and equally horrible for me to watch him suffer and continuously wonder why. Daniel even turned to private care for a little while in hope that they could more accurately discover what was wrong; alas, even they couldn’t and misdiagnosed it as whooping cough. Unfortunately, it took Daniel to collapse at his desk at work based near Wimbledon and have his colleagues call an ambulance for him which took him to St. George’s Hospital in Tooting to finally figure it out. Ever since, Daniel has been under the supervision of some of the best doctors and surgeons at this hospital who have been an incredible help in making the experience smoother and easier to cope with for the both of us.
Following his diagnosis, Daniel had to stay in hospital for a little while so that his blood and sugar levels could be monitored and he could be rehydrated after losing so much water in his body due to the diarrhoea. However, the following month – October 2016 – saw an even more unfortunate event for Daniel; whilst resting in his hospital bed surrounded by his parents, my parents and me, his bowel perforated and thus required immediate surgery. Just before which, I vividly remember a lovely stoma nurse coming to talk to Daniel and me all about having and caring for a stoma bag. Essentially, in order to give Daniel’s bowel a rest and allow him to recover from the symptoms he had been suffering, his doctors and surgeons decided that some of his large intestine would need to be removed and he would need a temporary stoma bag through an operation called a colectomy with ileostomy. This is – again, squeamish readers, prepare yourselves – a procedure whereby the intestine is brought to the surface of the stomach, and an opening is made so that digestive waste is passed through the stomach and into a bag rather than through the bottom; the opening on the stomach is called a stoma (source: Crohn’s and Colitis UK). The period of time for which Daniel would have a stoma bag was uncertain as his doctors and surgeons would assess his progress and evaluate a time when they deemed it necessary.
The information about stoma bags was fed to us so suddenly that neither Daniel nor I were able to fully absorb it all at once. We were provided with a kit with all stoma care needs including a large source of stoma bags when a replacement was necessary, some curved scissors to help cut the hole in the bag for the stoma to the correct size (as stoma sizes vary) and various other supplies; a handful of leaflets and handouts all about life with a stoma bag; and a number of websites to navigate and phone numbers to call whenever we needed help. Nonetheless, almost everything we learned about stoma bags was acquired through practice. Living with each other meant that I could help Daniel whenever he required it at home, be it to clean the stoma, change the bag or look after him when he continued to experience the usual Crohn’s disease symptoms. In fact, although the stoma was intended to help Daniel in the long run, his experience with it was still awful; he vomited every morning and night, struggled to digest a number of foods and was completely bed-bound, all whilst also experiencing the pain from the surgery on his stomach and the mental burden of it all (I can feel the waterworks coming on for me right about now). What’s more, when I met Daniel, he couldn’t even swallow a tablet; now, he had to start taking a surplus of drugs (the most he has been on at one time is thirty-three; now, he takes at least eight a day).
As the one not living with the condition nor the stoma, but living alongside the person with them, all I wanted to do for Daniel was stay positive, encourage him to keep fighting and continue to remind him that he wasn’t alone in this battle because – as cliché as it may sound – he had me by his side. Notwithstanding, this experience inevitably came with its downfalls on my part, too. The same month Daniel was diagnosed, I had just begun my second year of university. Fortunately, as I briefly mentioned in my blog about living at home for university, I had transferred to a university closer to home to continue my studies from my second year not with the intention to live with Daniel (we managed the long-distance relationship quite well, actually), but because I didn’t enjoy my time at my first-choice university like I’d anticipated. And, even more fortunately, my new university (Roehampton) just so happened to not be far from the hospital in which Daniel would stay for months on end. So, every day after my lectures during the beginning of my second year, I would head straight to the bus stop outside of campus, jump on the 493 to St. George’s Hospital and sit beside Daniel in his hospital bed to keep him company. A lot of the time, whilst Daniel kept himself occupied by watching movies on Netflix on his phone, I had my laptop open to complete some uni work; being in each other’s presence was enough. Other times, we would merely have a chat, watch something together or, if he had family or friends visiting, we would be occupied by their company. Again, this time was certainly not easy for us, but we got through it together.
Almost exactly one year from his diagnosis, and eleven months from his major surgery (as Daniel continued to have minor surgeries with his stoma; I gave up on keeping count of the number of endoscopies he’s had a long time ago), the time finally came for Daniel’s stoma to be reversed. Despite the horrible side effects, his doctors and nurses internally saw a huge improvement in his bowel and intestines from the culmination of his drugs and the stoma. As it was September 2017, I had at this time just begun my final year of university and would, again, try my best to look after Daniel post-surgery alongside my studies. Not only was he bed-bound again, but he also had two large scars to recover from as well as the mental struggle to adapt to some sort of normality again; in layman’s terms, he got his bottom ~ back ~.
Now, Daniel is much better than he was. Of course, he still experiences flare-ups in his intestines every now and then which is normal for somebody with Crohn’s disease or Ulcerative Colitis and has had to take trips to the hospital aplenty, but together we have learnt how to manage everyday life with Crohn’s. As I mentioned earlier, his daily drug intake has reduced from a whopping thirty-three to around eight, and the continuation of taking these drugs alongside his weekly injection has greatly assisted in the management of the condition. That’s not to say that we don’t get a scare every so often, like the possibility that he will have to stay in hospital for a long period of time again or – especially in times like now with the coronavirus pandemic – he’ll fall really ill again, but if this whole experience has taught us anything, it’s to stay positive. We count ourselves so lucky every day that we live together and have each other by our sides during hard times and, whatever our future holds, I think it’s fair to say that we are both well-prepared.
Please be reminded that this is Daniel’s Crohn’s story; everybody’s IBD experience is different. Currently, it is estimated that Crohn’s disease affects about one in every 650 people in the UK and Ulcerative Colitis about one in every 420 people in the UK. When Daniel was diagnosed and I would tell people that he has Crohn’s disease, a common response was “what’s that?”. Four years on, I am pleased to report that people seem much more aware of it when I tell them as they either know or know of someone with the condition. Nevertheless, there still seems to be a lack of general awareness around IBD, and that is what today – World IBD Day – is all about. Given the above figures, it is likely that someone you know has Crohn’s or Colitis, so why not do some more research into them by heading to the Crohn’s and Colitis UK website or by following them on social media? Likewise, if you or someone you know is suffering from similar symptoms and is yet to discover what you or they might have, please ensure that you or they get checked out.
To those like Daniel with an IBD, happy World IBD Day! To my readers, thank you for reading and I hope this has assisted in the growth of awareness around IBD. Also, to the NHS, as we hear daily at present, thank you so much for the support and care you provide people like Daniel. And, of course, to my Daniel, I am so proud of you for all that you’ve achieved and all that you’ve been through. Despite all this, you have continued to work incredibly hard in your full-time role at an amazing and supportive firm called Z group, have passed a number of AAT exams and continue to conduct voluntary work for the Royal Air Force Air Cadets (RAFAC) – all while being the best fiancé anyone could ask for. You are an inspiration. ♡
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This delicate cream is a highly-effective provider of energy for more demanding skin. It strengthens the connective tissue, firms and intensively regenerates. Thanks to its light texture, it leaves skin feeling cared for and fortified for the day ahead.
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Apply in the morning to cleansed skin and gently massage in.
Our tip: We recommend also using Regeneration Revital Serum under the day cream to give your
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http://freethefunkfefa.tumblr.com/ | 2014-09-18T03:37:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-41/segments/1410657125488.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20140914011205-00181-ip-10-196-40-205.us-west-1.compute.internal.warc.gz | 0.932037 | 722 | CC-MAIN-2014-41 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-41__0__129920065 | en | “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”
Hippocrates was definitely on to something. Have you ever wondered why some people are always full of energy, always on the go, don’t need a lot of sleep and are rarely if ever sick?
Most people don’t realize how much the pH level of the food you eat and your body affects your organs and immune system. The typical western diet of processed and fried foods, refined grains, meat, dairy, and sugar are extremely acidic and result in acidic residues after digestion. As our body is approximately 20 percent acidic and 80 percent alkaline it’s recommended that we eat approximately 20 percent acidic foods and 80 percent alkaline foods too. Nearly all of our physiological functions, including immune system, cardiovascular and digestive functions including most of our enzyme and metabolic processes require that our bodily pH is slightly alkaline. This prevents diseases since most bacteria and viruses can not survive in an alkaline state. Also, organs within our digestive system, such as the pancreas, have functions to balance the pH of the digesting food. The pancreas releases sodium bicarbonate into the small intestine to neutralize the stomach acids. Eating acidic foods puts futher stress on the pancreas and can actually cause diabetes. Eating alkaline foods removes this stress from the pancreas and allows it to function properly. An overly acidic system could lead to symptoms like lack of energy, fatigue, digestive disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, allergies, respiratory ailments, depression, colds, flu and other chronic illness. Another affect of having an acidic body is that calcium is pulled from your bones to balance the pH which can cause bone loss.
It’s worth remembering that the pH of the food item itself may not be accurately reflective of its affect on the body. For example, citris fruits are naturally very acidic, however, when they are digested, they have an alkalizing affect on the body. Therefore, oranges, graprefruits, and lemons are considered alkaline foods because of the affect they have on your body’s pH level, not by their natural pH level.
Here are some of my favourite alkaline recipies:
Tamari Pumpkin Seeds
I love adding pumpkin seeds to jazz up salads and pasta dishes and I recently found out that they have the added bonus of also being the only seeds that are alkaline forming. If you want to give them an extra kick try dry roasting them in a frying pan and then adding 1-2 tsp of tamari or soy sauce.
Lemons are veritable wonders. Not only do they top the list of the most alkaline forming foods but lemon juice is high in vitamin C, B6, calcium, potassium, copper, thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, iron and magnesium. If that wasn’t enough it also has great digestive qualities and can help cleanse the body of toxins.
Greens are the highest alkaline-forming foods and they are full of vitamins A, K, and D so adding a spinach salad (spinach, walnuts, lemon juice and avocado) to your meal is an excellent way to alkalize your diet.
Millet is punchy powerfood, the only alkalizing grain and is a great source of protein. It has a sweet nutty flavor and is considered to be one of the most digestible and non-allergenic grains available. | health |
http://www.reiskirkland.com/ | 2017-04-27T16:36:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917122619.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031202-00381-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.94613 | 481 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__66982188 | en | Welcome to Reis & Kirkland
At Reis & Kirkland we believe in teamwork. We work together, along with our clients, for successful case results. Our staff includes two lawyers, one nurse paralegal and two litigation paralegals. We respect one another and enjoy working together for the benefit of our clients. We are motivated by the opportunity to help those harmed by the negligence of others.
We work for our clients. We are sensitive to our clients’ priorities and concerns. We keep our clients informed, so that they are aware of how their case is proceeding and so they can meaningfully participate in important case decisions. Our goal is not to punish wrongdoers, but rather to hold them accountable for the damage they have caused.
Litigation can be an extremely difficult process, especially after catastrophic injuries and losses that have profoundly harmed a client. We appreciate our clients’ need for guidance and understanding under those circumstances, and we try to make their experience with litigation as easy and understandable as possible.
At the conclusion of a case, we hope to have achieved a result that permits our clients to move on with their lives and look back at their litigation experience with a sense of justice and satisfaction about both the process and outcome.
We Specialize in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
At Reis & Kirkland we specialize in medical malpractice and personal injury including:
- Birth injuries including cerebral palsy and brachial plexus
- Surgical malpractice, including laparoscopic, arthroscopic, and open procedures
- Emergency medicine negligence
- Sepsis diagnosis errors
- Cancer: diagnosis errors, including cervical, breast, lung, colon, melanoma, and other cancers
- Cardiac disease misdiagnosis
- Spinal cord injury diagnosis errors
- Delayed diagnosis of hip dysplasia
- Nursing and hospital malpractice
- Other personal injuries including work site injuries and automobile injuries
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Medical negligence claims are complex and expensive to pursue. Our clients typically choose to pursue their claims on a contingent fee basis.
If you would like us to evaluate your potential claim, please contact us. We will be happy to review the circumstances of your injury and give you our best judgment about next steps at no charge to you. | health |
http://alsniru.com/research/ | 2022-08-13T02:24:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571869.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813021048-20220813051048-00749.warc.gz | 0.955618 | 453 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__41196509 | en | Currently there is no test for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Whereas, many other disorders are diagnosed with by a simple blood test, x-ray or CT, the diagnosis of ALS is made in large part by ruling out other diseases that can mimic it. It is not uncommon that a patient has waited over a year for the diagnosis to be secured. Without a test that can objectively measure how much a patient with ALS is affected also delays the testing and discovery of new drugs.
The objective of our research program is to improve our understanding of changes in the brain in ALS. We have previously characterized degeneration of motor and non-motor cerebral regions in ALS using advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques, including magnetic resonance spectroscopy, diffusion tensor imaging, functional MRI, and texture analysis. These methods show promise in providing a biomarker, namely a test that can quantify cerebral degeneration to detect disease earlier, monitor progression, and evaluate new therapies. Such a tool would accelerate drug testing and lead to the realization of effective treatment faster, as currently there is no such test in ALS.
The Canadian ALS Neuroimaging Consortium (CALSNIC) was formed to create and evaluate new tests for ALS that use advanced MRI. CALSNIC has 7 participating sites in Canada, and has recently branched internationally to include 2 sites in the US.
There have been a number of publications and presentations arising from CALSNIC. Most recently, Dr. Kalra and his team updated the international community at the ALSMND Symposium in Glasgow last December, at the ALS Canada Research Forum in Toronto in April, and at the American Academy of Neurology in May.
CALSNIC receives the bulk of its funding from a Hudson Team Grant from ALS Canada (in partnership with Brain Canada). This was the largest grant awarded by ALS Canada, with funds raised by the ice bucket challenge across the country. The study continues for another 2 years. The CALSNIC team thanks patients, their caregivers, and friends and family who have given so generously of their time to be participants in the study.
For more information about our study, please visit calsnic.org. | health |
https://hcaf.wordpress.com/2013/08/22/miami-home-health-patient-recruiter-and-therapy-staffing-company-owner-plead-guilty-in-7-million-health-care-fraud-scheme-2/ | 2017-04-25T06:45:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917120187.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031200-00218-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.961756 | 590 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__301964351 | en | A patient recruiter and a therapy staffing company owner pleaded guilty today in connection with a $7 million health care fraud scheme involving the now defunct home health care company Anna Nursing Services Corp.
Ivan Alejo, 48, and Hugo Morales, 36, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Jose E. Martinez in the Southern District of Florida to one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud. At sentencing, scheduled for Nov. 5, 2013, Alejo and Morales each face a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
Alejo worked as a patient recruiter at Anna Nursing, a home health care agency in Miami Springs, Fla., that purported to provide home health and therapy services to Medicare beneficiaries but in reality billed Medicare for expensive physical therapy and home health care services that were not medically necessary and/or were not provided. Morales owned Professionals Therapy Staffing Services Inc., which provided therapists to Anna Nursing.
Alejo and his co-conspirators negotiated and paid kickbacks and bribes to patient recruiters in return for the recruiters providing patients to Anna Nursing for home health and therapy services that were medically unnecessary and/or not provided. He and others also paid kickbacks and bribes to co-conspirators in doctors’ offices and clinics in exchange for home health and therapy prescriptions, medical certifications, and other documentation. Alejo and his co-conspirators would use the prescriptions, medical certifications and other documentation to fraudulently bill the Medicare program for home health care services.
Morales and others created fictitious progress notes and other patient files indicating that therapists from Professionals Therapy had provided physical or occupational therapy services to particular Medicare beneficiaries, when in many instances those services had not been provided and/or were not medically necessary. Morales knew the falsified documents were used to support false claims for home health care services billed to Medicare by his co-conspirators at Anna Nursing.
From approximately October 2010 through approximately April 2013, Anna Nursing was paid by Medicare approximately $7 million for fraudulent claims for home health care services that were not medically necessary and/or not provided.
Since its inception in March 2007, the Medicare Fraud Strike Force, now operating in nine cities across the country, has charged more than 1,500 defendants who have collectively billed the Medicare program for more than $5 billion. In addition, HHS’s Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, working in conjunction with HHS-OIG, is taking steps to increase accountability and decrease the presence of fraudulent providers.
HCAF supports the Office of Inspector General and the Department of Justice in eliminating fraud in the home health industry. Removing these bad actors is paramount to protecting home health’s status as an upstanding player in the healthcare arena.
To learn more about the Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Action Team (HEAT), go to:www.stopmedicarefraud.gov. | health |
http://rediscoveringmyself.zohosites.com/blogs/post/What-Are-LGBT-Meth-Addiction-Treatment-Centers/ | 2021-10-17T20:09:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585181.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20211017175237-20211017205237-00547.warc.gz | 0.958903 | 564 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__202297069 | en | Finding a meth addiction treatment for third sex is at times challenging. It is because members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community sometimes feel that they are being discriminated or judged by other people.
LGBT drug rehab centers explained:
LGBT drug rehab centers are facilities that provide drug treatment such as meth abuse treatment specifically to the LGBT community. There are lesbian and gay rehab centers that serve to help people with the same sexual orientations.
These meth addiction treatment centers that specialized in treating the LGBT community provide help, support and care to the recovering individuals without prejudice. Moreover, these facilities are experts in providing therapies and treatment methods that are specialized in offering solutions to the issues that are often encountered by the LGBT people.
Some therapies in the treatment for meth abuse include, teaching patients how to deal with rejection at work or in the family without turning to meth use. Transgenders may learn how to manage their problems without being dependent on meth and other drugs.
These meth addiction treatment centers also teach the LGBT people of ways on how to accept themselves as some of them still lack self-acceptance, bringing them to abuse more meth.
Things to consider when choosing a rehab center that caters to the LGBT:
• The cost of the rehab program: Know the exact computation of your stay at the rehab. Some of these centers for treatment for meth addiction require you to pay your own room and board. If you have a dual diagnosis, ask for the total cost that you have to pay for the medical treatment and therapies.
• Check the success rates of the rehab in terms of cure for meth addiction among the LGBT: You should be wary that the rehab center that you’re planning to enroll has a high success rate. If their programs are effective for the past patients, the more likely the program will work for you.
• Check for aftercare treatment for meth abuse: The right rehab center should allow you to have therapy outside the rehab center to help you continue your abstinence. A good meth addiction treatment center provides this on hand before you wrap up your treatment at the facility.
• Check the treatment protocols. Don’t be satisfied that they specialized for the LGBT community. Exactly know the details of their treatment methods. The programs that they have should be comfortable with you so make this as a consideration.
• Find out if the rehab center hires professionally trained staff: You should consider a methamphetamine addiction treatment center that hires medical staff who don’t only accept the sexual orientation of the LGBT, but also are trained in handling their issues. Some rehab facilities also hire staff with the same sexual orientation so it would be easier for them to tackle and give support. If this is important for you, you should find a meth addict treatment facility that has this quality. | health |
https://cadas.co.uk/sleep-and-recovery-9-top-tips/ | 2022-05-22T10:32:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662545326.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20220522094818-20220522124818-00028.warc.gz | 0.943536 | 662 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__222382228 | en | Need help? Call 0800 2 54 56 58 (11am-6pm, Mon to Fri) or email [email protected]
Sleep is one of the most important factors in physical and emotional health, wellbeing and healing. Due to the importance of healing and recovery, as well as REM sleep requirements, we may need to sleep more if we are recovering from substance misuse. The ultimate aim should be to sleep for as long as possible, preferably without an alarm clock waking us up. However we know that this is not always possible. What you can do, is take steps to ensure that we get the best night’s sleep you can.
Aim for between 8 and 10 hours’ sleep, or as much as your body seems to need. Sleep will be most beneficial if we can minimize interruptions and sleep right through. It will also be more beneficial the closer our sleep cycle is to our circadian rhythm. Ideally, aim to be going to bed for 9pm or 11pm at the latest. Adapt the time you go to bed based on the time you need to be up by. So if you need to be up by 5am try to get to bed by 9pm the night before.
Here are some tips for a good, uninterrupted night’s sleep:
1. Finish eating all meals and snacks by 7pm.
2. Drink sufficient amounts of water and liquid throughout the day, but aim not to drink anything after 8pm (or, even better, 7pm).
3. Don’t drink caffeinated drinks after 4pm.
4. Ensure a regular intake of whole foods, rather than refined foods, to ensure balanced blood sugar levels. Eat a sufficient amount at each meal to satisfy your needs.
5. Make sure your evening meal contains plenty of carbohydrates, such as brown rice, pasta, millet, barley, oats or potatoes. Carbohydrates help us produce lots of melatonin in the evening, which makes us sleepy and promotes deeper sleep.
6. Exercise every day. This could be walking, running, swimming, yoga, tai chi, cycling or going to the gym, for example. Regular exercise helps reduce stress hormones which can keep us awake, and it also boosts serotonin and melatonin production, which helps to improve sleep.
7. Develop a bedtime routine. For example, an hour before bedtime, turn off all television, stressful or loud music or music with a beat, electronic screens and telephones. Change your clothing, lower the lighting and perhaps have a warm bath. Use relaxation techniques like meditation to help you unwind if necessary.
8. Write a journal before bed. An overactive or restless mind will mean we need to spend more time in REM sleep. If we can write down our concerns before bed, it will help us get a more refreshing and relaxing sleep.
9. Once you are in bed, use deep breathing techniques such as the 7/11 breathing technique if you are struggling to sleep. (Breathe in for a count of 7, then breathe out for a count of 11, breathing as deeply into your diaphragm/stomach as you can.) This will promote your body’s natural relaxation response. | health |
https://donnasouthwell.yoga/blog/ashtanga-yoga | 2023-09-25T04:01:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506676.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20230925015430-20230925045430-00393.warc.gz | 0.906162 | 552 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__18735309 | en | Yoga is a philosophy of life, which has the potential to create a vibrantly healthy body and mind.
“Ashtanga” literally means eight limbs. These limbs (aspects) are described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras as: Yama (moral, ethical and social conduct), Niyama (personal behaviour ), Asana (postures), Pranayama (breath control), Pratyahara (sense withdrawal), Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation), and Samadhi (contemplation). All of these branches support each other. Asana is a key to the development of the yamas and niyamas and must be established for the proper practice of Pranayama. Once these four externally oriented limbs are firmly rooted, the last four internally oriented limbs will spontaneously evolve over time.
Ashtanga yoga is traditionally practised in a strict sequential order. Each posture is a preparation for the next, developing the strength and balance required to move further. Through the practice of correct breathing, asana (posture) and dristi (gaze point) we start to gain control of the senses and a deep awareness of ourselves.
Deep, even slow breathing through the nose is at the heart of this discipline, creating focus and a quiet mind. By synchronising the movement with the breath and practising mula (root) and uddiyana (upward lifting) bandhas (internal locks that serve to direct the flow of energy in the body) the practice becomes a moving meditation. A deep internal heat is produced, which can help to purify the muscles and organs, expelling unwanted toxins. This allows prana (energy) to move freely around the body.
Strength, stamina and sweat are unique aspects of Ashtanga Yoga, seemingly contrary to Western perceptions of Yoga. This demanding practise requires considerable effort and taps into and circulates a vital energy throughout the body, strengthening and purifying the nervous system.
There are three groups of sequences in the Ashtanga system.
The Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa) detoxifies and aligns the body.
The Intermediate Series (Nadi Shodhana) purifies the nervous system by opening and clearing the energy channels.
The Advanced Series A, B, C and D (Sthira Bhaga) integrate the strength and grace of the practice, requiring higher levels of flexibility and humility.
Each level is to be fully developed before proceeding to the next, and the sequential order of asanas is to be meticulously followed. | health |
http://gregoryeseoy.xzblogs.com/6904169/lodon-tantric-fundamentals-explained | 2018-12-11T16:37:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376823657.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20181211151237-20181211172737-00364.warc.gz | 0.937503 | 2,477 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__252182767 | en | What Is Tantric Massage?
Tantra massage is offered from the heart. In a tantric massage, the entire body takes part and erogenous zones can likewise be touched. A tantra massage takes place on the basis of equality and develops an intimate connection between massage provider and receiver.
Tantric Massage is all about Loving touch
A tantric massage is a loving touch complete of attention and existence. Tantra massage is provided from the heart. Although many touch will occur through the hands (or body to body) it is really enjoy that touches. The hands of the giver are gotten in touch with his/her heart. The touch is caring, constantly concentrated on the wellness of the receiver. The recipient is also present, and gets active as well as feels (ultimately) from the heart. Be caring!
Complete of attention and existence throughout tantric massage
A tantra massage is a loving touch filled with attention and existence. Both the giver and the receiver are completely present. Do not think of the other day or tomorrow. Don't look around or being hectic with something else, no, your complete attention is on providing or getting the massage. An extremely conscious touch from the heart. Get also very consciously, feeling it in your heart. Tantra massage is not about regular, fixed patterns are really out of the question. Everything takes place in the moment, completely awareness, lovingly attuned to each other and the situation. Dreaming away or going to sleep is likewise not intended (still, when that's exactly what you need, it's okay).
A tantric massage isn't about a fixed result
A tantric massage will constantly be different. You never ever know how it will end up. It is not the technique or the wanted sequence of rubbing that is important, it has to do with what is appropriate/necessary. What/where does the recipient most require at the minute? Exactly what is great for her/him? Love understands what to do, enjoy constantly has an appropriate reaction. Therefore the massage will be exactly that what is required. Sufficient is that the giver exists and keeps tuning in to his/her heart, to the frequencies of love. The divine likewise has its own strategy, you can't "do" it.
Tantric massages therefore often take an extremely unexpected course. Everything fits into a larger whole. For instance, a tantric massage does not constantly need to be "fine", ending in bliss. A "failed" massage can be the first step in an excellent development.
The best ways to get the very best from your tantric massage
Always with respect to limitations
We understood it for a long period of time, of course, but because the #MeToo revelations, some things have turned up on the planet of tantra massage. Masseurs (you do not hear that much about masseuses) who require their own sexual pleasure/lust on "customers". Obviously, this has little to do with tantric massage. The security of both giver and receiver always should be guaranteed. Caring attunement constantly comes.
Set clear boundaries ahead of time
It is a misunderstanding that a tantric massage should always be naked, rubbish. With clothes on is also totally ok (however hard to work with oil then). Personally, we have given/received numerous tantric massages only on the head.
Tantric massage is an energetic massage
Activate and let flow freely
Triggering and freeing the circulation of life energy (prana) is the main part of tantra massage. Tantra massage is an energetic massage in which sexual energy also gets attention. In a tantric massage, the entire body participates and erotic zones can also be touched. Naturally, constantly with respect for (shared) limits. When triggering life energy, sexual energy plays a crucial role again. In tantra massage we play with the activation of basic/ sexual/ emotional/ enthusiastic/ love/ production/ user-friendly energy.
Concentrated on the natural happy state of being
There is a conversation going on whether tantra massage becomes part of "genuine" tantra. Well ... Tantra is a very useful, body-oriented movement, a vision of life targeted at growing in love and awareness. In a split 2nd you can end up being informed (by 1000% surrender), but usually, that is a process in time. Tantra knows various methods to utilize on the journey to enlightenment. As far as we are worried, tantra massage is one of them. Tantra has no purpose other than self-realization: restoring the natural (overjoyed) state of being.
Generally leading to a fantastic physical, psychological wellness
Tantra helps you to become more relaxed, more vibrant, more energetic, more caring therefore a lot more. this response Really, you "discover" to enjoy yourself, your body, your (sexual) energy and life itself. This is also the case with a tantra massage. Because this is precisely what happens often: the recipient is enjoying it! Enjoying is fully permitted! A tantra massage is generally great, in some cases scrumptious. We, for that reason, invite you to fully enjoy getting ánd providing a tantric massage. Feel, use your senses. Hear, odor, taste, feel and reveal that you like it. Let your body speak!
What Tantric massage isn't really?
There are numerous kinds of massage. Obviously, all massages have particular practices and methods in common. Yet there is a huge difference with e.g.:
* Relaxation massage (aimed at relaxation).
* Sports massage (concentrated on the muscles).
* Sensual massage (targeted at enjoyment complete satisfaction).
* (Body) therapy (targeted at healing).
Relaxation is an essential part of tantric massage, however of a totally various order than relaxation massage Why? Well since you are actually very energetic during/after the massage. You do not fall asleep (unless you are really tired), you are really alert and conscious! A tantra massage is NOT a sensual massage either. If it gets stuck in sexual research study or sexual complete satisfaction, we would call it various. Tantra massage is certainly not a treatment! It's a sort of fashion nowadays to see tantra massage as a treatment, but therapy is an occupation apart. Tantra massage certainly has recovery impacts, but that is not an end in itself.
The fundamentals of tantric massage.
For an in-depth explanation, see the short article on the fundamentals of tantric massage. In summary, the following essentials stand out:
Tantra massage suggestions-- prior to you begin
* Develop a warm, confutable tantric massage area (this can be done easily on both an infall massage or an outcall massage).
* Provide great conditions (physically, however likewise psychologically).
* Explain agreements!
* start by getting naked together.
Tantric massage suggestions-- during the massage.
* Start, stay, end linked to each other.
* Constantly keep your attention on the massage.
* Make sure your massage is demand free, don't press or force anything.
* Open your own heart, and open the heart of the receiver.
* Activate (sexual) energy and distribute it throughout the entire body.
* Don't only utilize your hands. Discover the body to body massage.
* Every so often ... not do anything at all! Be 1000% present. Delight in!
* Utilize your senses.
* Offer feedback (satisfaction noises?).
* Integrate in combination (rest) moments.
A tantra massage is not a work task, so as a provider you can likewise enjoy yourself, still the core is that you are there for the recipient. Once again, do not try to impose anything (your own goal/body/needs/ sexuality) on the receiver! You might not be waiting for a psychological cry, however a tantric massage has no objective.
Tantra massage tips-- after the massage.
* Take enough time to process, to let the massage settle.
* Require time to exchange your experiences.
* Understand that a tantric massage can have an impact for days. Be careful/alert.
* Do not immediately go "full-on". Take your time and rest after the massage.
10 important tantra massage pointers (insights/rules).
* Don't work to a goal. We get asked all the time, it this a happy ending massage? Yes it can be, it normally is but there is no pressure for you to carry out, this is about letting that energy flow.
* Respect boundaries, set clear limits in advance. Our masseuses are primarily really open minded - they are naturally due to the fact that of the nature of their work but they are masseuses - not escorts.
* Keep the desires of the recipient in mind, of course. Understand that it can turn out in a different way.
* It is constantly an energetic massage. Start with the heart.
* Activate sexual energy. Stimulate the whole body. Being aroused is typical and preferable.
* Self-love and awareness (at the recipient) are essential! A lot can come up.
* Be alert to renewed freezing moments. Prevent limits from being crossed again.
* Action by step becoming freer ... Growing trust ... fine. Beware: no sex! Practice makes perfect. Delighting in the restored balance and connection in between sex and heart.
* Give feedback (e.g. enjoyment sounds) and offer integration moments (just not doing anything).
* Tantra massage is more than sexual satisfaction, still: can Yoni or Lingam massage happen?
Do not release, however recharge.
This is how you experience heart orgasm and body orgasm.
By this we mean don't rush towards the climatic ending, hold it, be in the moment, let that sexual energy develop and flood your entire body.
Possible results of tantric massage.
Provides peace and relaxation.
Tantric massage is a massage that gets you out of your head. During/after the massage it becomes quiet in your head (in some cases totally empty).
Brings your life energy into motion.
Tantrix massage brings you the experience of splendidly streaming life energy. Your body armor ends up being softer, thinner and even disappears. The tantric touch is healthy, massage has a prospective healing result. It is possible that obstructions, psychological injuries concern the surface. There may be an emotional release, consisting of physical responses such as shaking, weeping, shocks. Despite the fact that tantra massage is not the like recovery, this release may heal some blockades.
Makes you soft and loving.
Tantra massage opens your body and your heart. You end up being more caring, you discover what it is like to like yourself. You experience that whatever, including your sexuality, can be there, without judgment. Which provides an incredibly liberating and deeply pleased sensation.
Is taking pleasure in.
You will feel comfy in your body. The combination of relaxation and a great deal of energy implies that you can enjoy yourself, your body, your energies. With the love transformation, you may end up being not only happy but even euphoric. A happy state of being is possible. The more you surrender, the much better you will feel.
In short, tantric massage is ...
* A caring touch.
* Filled with attention and existence.
* The entire body participates.
* Energetic massage, including sexual energy.
* Without basic type, without predefined outcome.
* With respect to (shared) boundaries.
* Develops a (heart) connection in between the giver and receiver.
* Focused on the natural, ecstatic state of being of the recipient.
* Normally resulting in a fantastic physical, psychological well-being (of both). | health |
https://www.vicdds.ca/scientific-program-may/ | 2019-01-17T16:10:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583658988.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20190117143601-20190117165601-00394.warc.gz | 0.939808 | 847 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__137688545 | en | - Speaker: Dr. David Clark
- Program: “Psychiatric Illness and Dentistry: Challenges to Oral Care”
- Date: Friday, May 24, 2019
- Time: 8:30am – 1:30pm (5 hrs.)
- Venue: Oak Bay Beach Hotel
- Registration: opens at 7:45am
- Snack Break: 10:30-11:00am
“Psychiatric Illness and Dentistry: Challenges to Oral Care” Description:
Psychiatric illnesses and their medical management carry significant risks for oral disease. Although common, diseases such as schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder and eating disorders remain in many cases unrecognized, misunderstood, or often undertreated. Mental illness and the resulting disabilities create difficulties not only for the patient but also for one’s family and friends, not the least of which remains highly stigmatized nature of the disease itself. Understanding the type, severity, stage of these diseases, along with a patient’s own mood, motivation and personal perceptions of oral disease and lifestyle can enhance the knowledge of dental professionals concerning this critical aspect of a patient’s medical history and further illustrates how closely mental health and oral health are intertwined.
Mental illness must be viewed from a similar perspective as are other major diseases. Dental professionals should be aware of factors such as the reduced rates of compliance with dental treatment, the reduced ability to access oral health care, the effects of various psychotropic medications on oral health including xerostomia, caries and periodontal disease and the potential interactions with drugs used in dental practice.
Patients with psychiatric illness often bring unique needs and differing priorities to a dental practice, and the dental health practitioner must in turn demonstrate patience, flexibility, empathy, and a non-stigmatizing attitude in caring for these individuals. Enhancing self-esteem and feelings of self-worth for those coping with a psychiatric illness can be a very fulfilling experience that will only serve to continue to break down the stigma surrounding this group of diseases.
At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Demonstrate how mental health and oral health are closely intertwined and how one can directly impact the other.
- Comprehend how medications used to treat various forms of mental illness can interact with other drugs used in dentistry.
- Understand how oral health problems can arise for example, as direct manifestations of schizophrenia, eating disorders and bipolar disorder, in addition to being side effects of numerous psychiatric medications.
- Understand the disabilities and stigma associated with mental illness as well as enhancing one’s knowledge of the various psychiatric disorders so as to be better prepared to provide dental treatment on a highly individualized basis.
Dr. David B. Clark Bsc., DDS, MSc(Oral Pathology), FAAOP, FRCDC, is the former Clinic Director of Dental Services at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby, Ontario. He is also an Instructor in Dentistry, Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto.
He obtained his DDS at the University of Toronto in 1976 and his MSc. in Oral Pathology (Western University) in 1986. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, the Pierre Fauchard Academy and Academy of Dentistry International. He received the Award of Distinction from the Academy of Dentistry International in 2015 for his dedication and contributions to the field of Continuing Dental Education. He received the Award of Merit from the Ontario Dental Association in 2016.
His hospital-based practice was devoted to the general dental care of individuals undergoing primary care for various forms of psychiatric illness often co-existing with other medically compromising conditions.
He currently participates in the teaching of the undergraduate dental curriculum relating to the topics of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. He is also a part-time clinical instructor (Dental Hygiene, Year 2) at Durham College, Oshawa, Ontario and (Denturism Program Year 3) at George Brown College, Toronto, Ontario. | health |
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