Showing posts with label HEALTH. Show all posts
Showing posts with label HEALTH. Show all posts

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Health Benefits of CELERY


Celery is a low-calorie vegetable that offers a wide range of health benefits due to its rich nutrient profile.

Here are some of the Key Health Benefits of including Celery in your Diet:

01. Rich in Nutrients: Celery is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, K, C, and folate, as well as potassium and calcium. These nutrients are vital for maintaining overall health.

02. Hydration: With its high water content (around 95%), celery helps keep you hydrated, which is crucial for all bodily functions.

03. Low in Calories: Celery is extremely low in calories, making it an ideal snack for those looking to manage their weight. It's often used in weight loss diets due to its low calorie density.

04. High in Fiber: The fiber content in celery aids in digestion and helps maintain a healthy digestive system. It can help prevent constipation and promote regular bowel movements.

05. Anti-inflammatory Properties: Celery contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, such as flavonoids and polyphenols, which can help reduce inflammation in the body and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

06. Supports Heart Health: The antioxidants in celery, along with its potassium content, help regulate blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health. Potassium helps counteract the effects of sodium, thus lowering blood pressure.

07. Aids in Digestion: Celery’s high fiber content not only aids in digestion but also helps promote a healthy gut by feeding beneficial gut bacteria.

08. Antioxidant Properties: Celery is rich in antioxidants like vitamin C, beta carotene, and flavonoids. These compounds help protect the body's cells from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals.

09. Potential Cancer Prevention: Some studies suggest that the antioxidants in celery may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer by preventing the damage to cells that can lead to cancerous changes.

10. Supports Immune Function: The vitamin C content in celery boosts the immune system, helping the body to ward off infections and illnesses.

11. Bone Health: Celery is a good source of vitamin K, which is essential for bone health. Vitamin K helps in the formation of proteins required for bone mineralization and blood clotting.

12. Promotes Healthy Skin: The vitamins and water content in celery help keep the skin hydrated and may improve skin health. Antioxidants also protect the skin from damage caused by environmental stressors.

13. Detoxification: Celery has diuretic properties that help in flushing out toxins from the body. This can promote kidney health and reduce the risk of urinary tract infections.

14. May Help Lower Cholesterol: Some studies indicate that celery can help reduce levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the body, potentially lowering the risk of heart disease.

To enjoy these benefits, celery can be consumed in various forms, such as raw in salads, cooked in soups, or as a juice. Including celery as part of a balanced diet can contribute significantly to overall health and well-being.

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Latest Cancer Information


AFTER YEARS OF TELLING PEOPLE CHEMOTHERAPY IS THE ONLY WAY TO TRY AND ELIMINATED CANCER, Johns Hopkins IS FINALLY STARTING TO TELL YOU THERE IS AN ALTERNATIVE WAY...

1. Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have multiplied to a few billion. When doctors tell cancer patients that there are no more cancer cells in their bodies after treatment, it just means the tests are unable to detect the cancer cells because they have not reached the detectable size.

2. Cancer cells occur between 6 to more than 10 times in a person´s lifetime.

3. When the person´s immune system is strong the cancer cell will be destroyed and prevented from multiplying and forming tumors.

4. When a person has cancer it indicates the person has multiple nutritional deficiencies. These cound be due to genetic, environmental, food and lifestyle factors.

5. To overcome the multiple nutritional deficiencies, changing diet and including supplements will strengthen the immune system.

6. Chemotherapy involves poisoning the rapidly-growing cancer cells and also destroys rapidly-growing healthy cells in the bone marrow, gastro-intestinal tract etc, and can cause organ damage, like liver, kidneys, heart, lungs etc.

7. Radiation while destroying cancer cells also burns, scars and damages healthy cells, tissues and organs.

8. Initial treatment with chemotherapy and radiation will often reduce tumor size. However prolonged use of chemotherapy and radiation do not result in more tumor destruction.

9. When the body has too much toxic burden from chemotherapy and radiation the immune system is either compromised or destroyed, hence the person can succumb to various kinds of infections and complications.

10. Chemotherapy and radiation can cause cancer cells to mutate and become resistant and difficult to destroy. Surgery can also cause cancer cells to spread to other sites.

11. An effective way to battle cancer is to STARVE the cancer cells by not feeding it with foods it needs to multiple.

What cancer cells feed on:

A. Sugar is a cancer-feeder. By cutting off sugar it cuts off one important food supply to the cancer cells. Note: Sugar substitutes like NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonful, etc are made with Aspartame and it is harmful. A better natural substitute would be Manuka honey or molasses but only in very small amounts. Table salt has a chemical added to make it white in colour. Better alternative is Bragg's aminos or sea salt.

B. Milk causes the body to produce mucus, especially in the gastro-intestinal tract. Cancer feeds on mucus. By cutting off milk and substituting with unsweetened soy milk, cancer cells will starved.

C. Cancer cells thrive in an acid environment. A meat-based diet is acidic and it is best to eat fish, and a little chicken rather than beef or pork. Meat also contains livestock antibiotics, growth hormones and parasites, which are all harmful, especially to people with cancer.

D. A diet made of 80% fresh vegetables and juice, whole grains, seeds, nuts and a little fruits help put the body into an alkaline environment. About 20% can be from cooked food including beans. Fresh vegetable juices provide live enzymes that are easily absorbed and reach down to cellular levels within 15 minutes t o nourish and enhance growth of healthy cells.
To obtain live enzymes for building healthy cells try and drink fresh vegetable juice (most vegetables including bean sprouts) and eat some raw vegetables 2 or 3 times a day. Enzymes are destroyed at temperatures of 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).

E. Avoid coffee, tea, and chocolate, which have high caffeine. Green tea is a better alternative and has cancer-fighting properties. Water--best to drink purified water, or filtered, to avoid known toxins and heavy metals in tap water. Distilled water is acidic, avoid it.

12. Meat protein is difficult to digest and requires a lot of digestive enzymes. Undigested meat remaining in the intestines will become putrified and leads to more toxic buildup.

13. Cancer cell walls have a tough protein covering. By refraining from or eating less meat it frees more enzymes to attack the protein walls of cancer cells and allows the body's killer cells to destroy the cancer cells.

14. Some supplements build up the immune system (IP6, Flor-ssence, Essiac, anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals, EFAs etc.) to enable the body's own killer cells to destroy cancer cells. Other supplements like vitamin E are known to cause apoptosis, or programmed cell death, the body's normal method of disposing of damaged, unwanted, or unneeded cells.

15. Cancer is a disease of the mind, body, and spirit. A proactive and positive spirit will help the cancer warrior be a survivor.

Anger, unforgiving and bitterness put the body into a stressful and acidic environment. Learn to have a loving and forgiving spirit. Learn to relax and enjoy life.

16. Cancer cells cannot thrive in an oxygenated environment. Exercising daily, and deep breathing help to get more oxygen down to the cellular level. Oxygen therapy is another means employed to destroy cancer cells.

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

18 Senyales Ng Problema sa Atay


Ang atay ang pangalawa sa pinakamalaking organ sa katawan at ito ay responsable sa ilang mahahalaga at komplikadong paggana sa katawan kabilang na ang pag-aalis ng mga lason sa katawan (gaya ng alak), pagkokontrol sa lebel ng kolesterol sa katawan, paglalabas ng mga likido na makatutulong sa pagtunaw ng pagkain, at paglaban sa mga impeksyon at sakit. Kung wala ang atay, tiyak na manghihina ang katawan.

Sa kasamaang palad, ang atay ay isa rin sa mga pinaka naaabusong organ sa katawan. Ang sobrang pag-inom ng alak ay isang paraan ng pag-aabuso sa atay na sa kalaunan, ay maaaring humantong sa pagkakaroon ng mga problema sa atay mula sa mga simpleng karamdaman dito hanggang sa pagkasira mismo ng atay o liver cirrhosis.

May mga senyales at sintomas na maaaring nagpapahiwatig ng posibleng problema sa atay.

📌 Narito ang ilan sa mga pangunahing senyales na dapat bantayan:

1. Pagbabago sa Kulay ng Balat: Ang pagiging dilaw ng balat, lalo na sa mga palad ng kamay at talampakan ng paa, ay maaaring senyales ng jaundice o icterus. Ito ay dulot ng pagtaas ng bilirubin sa dugo dahil sa hindi normal na function ng atay.

2. Pamamaga ng Tiyan: Ang pamamaga ng tiyan o abdominal distention ay maaaring nagreresulta mula sa pagtaas ng presyon sa portal vein dahil sa pamamaga ng atay (portal hypertension), na maaaring sanhi ng iba't ibang mga kondisyon tulad ng cirrhosis.

3. Paninilaw ng Mata: Ang pagkakaroon ng dilaw na mga mata, lalo na ang puting bahagi ng mata na nagiging dilaw, ay isa pang senyales ng jaundice at maaaring magpapahiwatig ng problema sa atay.

4. Pagsusuka o Pagtatae: Ang pagsusuka, pagtatae, o panghihina sa tiyan ay maaaring maging senyales ng hepatitis o pamamaga ng atay, lalo na kapag ito ay nagpapatuloy nang ilang araw.

5. Paninikip o Pananakit ng Tiyan: Ang pananakit o paninikip ng tiyan, lalo na sa kanang bahagi, ay maaaring magpapahiwatig ng problema sa atay. Maaaring ito ay sanhi ng pamamaga ng atay (hepatomegaly), pamamaga ng apdo (cholecystitis), o iba pang mga isyu sa tiyan.

6. Pagduduwal ng Dugo: Ang pagduduwal ng dugo o pagkakaroon ng dugo sa dumi ng tao (melena) ay maaaring maging senyales ng pamamaga sa loob ng atay (cirrhosis) o iba pang mga problema sa atay.

7. Pagbabago sa Timbang: Ang biglang pagbaba ng timbang na walang dahilan o hindi maipaliwanag na pagtaas ng timbang ay maaaring maging senyales ng problema sa atay, lalo na kung may kasamang ibang mga sintomas.

8. Pagtaas ng Lagnat: Ang patuloy na pagtaas ng lagnat na hindi nauugnay sa iba pang mga sakit ay maaaring maging senyales ng impeksyon sa atay o iba pang mga kondisyon.

9. Paninilaw ng Balat at Mata (jaundice): Isa sa mga pangunahing sintomas ng pagkakaroon ng problema sa atay ay ang jaundice o ang paninilaw ng kutis at puti ng mata. Ang paninilaw na ito ay dulot ng pagtaas ng lebel ng bilirubin sa dugo na kadalasang nagmumula sa atay na dumadanas ng sakit.

10. Pananakit ng Tiyan: Makararamdam din ng pananakit sa tiyan kung sakaling magkaroong ng karamdaman sa atay. Ang mga posibleng dahilan nito ay ang pagkakaroon ng pamamaga sa atay, pagtubo ng mga cyst o bukol, o kaya pagkasira mismo ng laman ng atay.

11. Paglaki ng Tiyan: Ang paglaki ng tiyan ay dulot ng namamagang atay dahil sa karamdaman. Ang paglaki sa tiyan ay matigas at nakaumbok na parang bukol.

12. Pamamanas ng mga Paa at Binti: Ang pamamanas sa mga binti at paa ay dulot ng naiipong likido sa labas ng mga cell dahil sa kondisyon ng fibrosis sa atay. Ito ay karaniwang kaganapan sa pagkakaroon ng kondisyon atay.

13. Pag-ihi na Kulay Tsaa: Isa rin sa mga pangunahing senyales ng pagkakaroon ng problema sa atay ay ang pagkakaroon ng ihi na kulay tsaa. Ang ganitong sitwasyon ay nangangailangan ng agarang etensyong medikal.

14. Maputlang Pagdumi o may Kasamang Dugo: Bukod sa pagkukulay tsaa ng ihi, ang dumi ng taong may karamdaman sa atay ay maaring magkaroon ng maputlang kulay at minsan pa, may kasamang dugo. Nangangailangan din ng agarang atensyong medikal ang ganitong kondisyon

15. Pagkahilo at Pagsusuka: Dahil sa pagkasira ng atay, maaapektohan din ang kakayanan nito na maglabas ng mga likido na tumutulong sa pagtunaw ng pagkain partikular ang mga taba. At kaugnay ng hindi pagtunaw sa mga taba, maaring mapadalas ang pakiramdam ng pagsusuka at pagliliyo.

16. Kawalan ng Gana sa Pagkain: Dahil pa rin sa pagpalya ng atay na makatulong sa pagtunaw ng mga kinakain, maaaring mawalan ng gana sa pagkain ang taong mayroong dinaramdam na sakit sa atay.

17. Madaling Pagpapasa sa Balat: Ang pagkakaroon ng mga pasa sa balat ay dulot din ng fibrosis sa atay na karaniwang nararanasan sa pagkakaroon ng karamdaman dito.

18. Madaling Pagkapagod: Ang mabilis na pagkapagod ay maaaring senyales din ng pagkakaroon ng kondisyon sa atay. Ang maaaring dahilan nito ay ang paghina ng atay at pagpalya nito sa pagaalis ng mga nakalalasong substansya sa dugo. Ang presensya ng mga ‘di kanais-nais na substansya ang siyang nagdudulot ng mabilis na pagkapagod.

🌿 Panatilihin malinis at malusog ang ating katawan. 
Umiwas sa sobrang paginom ng alak, at sa mga pagkain mamantika. 

🌿 Kumain ng gulay at prutas na makakatulong sa pagpapalusog ng ating atay. Samahan na din ng pag inom na regular ng DXN Food Supplements para sa kabuuang kalusugan. Meron itong 400+ Active Nutrients with Vitamins and Minerals na mainam para sa Atay.


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Problema sa Atay


May ilang senyales na maaaring nagpapahiwatig ng posibleng problema sa atay. 

Narito ang ilan sa mga ito:

1. Pagbabago sa Kulay ng Balat: Ang pagiging dilaw ng balat, partikular sa mga palad at talampakan, ay maaaring senyales ng jaundice o sakit sa atay. Ito ay dulot ng labis na bilirubin sa katawan na hindi naaalis nang maayos dahil sa problema sa atay.

2. Pagtaas ng Timbang: Ang labis na pagtaas ng timbang, lalo na sa tiyan, ay maaaring kaugnay ng nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) o sakit sa atay na nauugnay sa labis na taba sa katawan.

3. Pagsusuka o Pagduduwal: Ang paulit-ulit na pagsusuka o pagduduwal ay maaaring maging senyales ng hepatitis o pamamaga ng atay.

4. Pagbabago sa Kulay ng Ihi: Ang ihi na nagiging kulay dilaw o kulay itim ay maaaring magpahiwatig ng problema sa atay, lalo na kung may kasamang ibang sintomas tulad ng pangangati ng balat.

5. Pagtaas ng Bilirubin: Ang labis na bilirubin sa dugo, na maaaring mabatid sa pamamagitan ng pagsusuri ng dugo, ay nagpapahiwatig ng posibleng problema sa atay tulad ng hepatitis, cirrhosis, o iba pang kondisyon.

6. Pag-ubo o Pagdaramdam sa Tiyan: Ang paninigas o pananakit ng tiyan, o ubo na hindi nauugnay sa iba pang mga sakit sa baga, ay maaaring maging senyales ng problema sa atay.

7. Pagkakaroon ng Edema: Ang pamamaga ng mga paa, binti, o tiyan dahil sa pag-ipon ng likido sa katawan (edema) ay maaaring kaugnay ng hindi normal na function ng atay.

Kung ikaw ay nag-aalala tungkol sa kalusugan ng iyong atay o kung ikaw ay nakakaranas ng anumang mga sintomas na nauugnay sa atay, mahalaga na kumonsulta sa isang doktor o espesyalista sa gastroenterology upang magkaroon ng tamang pagsusuri at paggamot. Ang mabilisang pagkilala at pagtugon sa mga problema sa atay ay mahalaga upang maiwasan ang paglala ng kalagayan at magkaroon ng mas mabuting pangmatagalang kalusugan.

Pananakit Ng Mga Binti


Dahilan ng Pananakit at Pangangalay ng Mga Binti?

Ang tusok, manhid, at ngalay ay kadalasang dulot ng mga nerve problems sa mga bahagi ng katawan tulad ng balikat, braso, kamay, binti, at paa. 

Nakakadulot ang mga ito ng sakit at nakakadagdag sa pagod. 

Kaya bago maapektuhan ng mga ito, unahan mo na sa pamamagitan ng pag-adopt ng healthy lifestyle changes.

Ang mga pangunahing dahilan ng pananakit at pangangalay ng binti ay maaaring kasama ang:

1. Pinsala sa Kalamnan o Ugat: Tulad ng pagkakaroon ng pinched nerve o sciatica.

2. Problema sa Sirkulasyon: Tulad ng mga kondisyon na nagdudulot ng masamang sirkulasyon tulad ng peripheral artery disease.

3. Nerbiyos na Pinipisil: Tulad ng piriformis syndrome.

4. Pinsala o Stress sa mga Kalamnan: Tulad ng pagka-bago sa pag-eehersisyo o pagtanggap ng bigat.

5. Mga Sakit sa Paa: Tulad ng plantar fasciitis o tendinitis.

6. Mga Medikal na Kondisyon: Tulad ng diabetes, arthritis, o neuropathy.

Mahalaga na kumonsulta sa isang propesyonal sa kalusugan upang ma-diagnose at mabigyan ng tamang paggamot ang pinagmumulan ng pananakit at pangangalay ng binti.


MGA IBA PANG DAHILAN NG PANANAKIT AT PANGANGALAY NG BINTI

Natural lamang na sumasakit o nangangalay ang ating mga binti lalo na kung tayo ay pagod, ngunit kung ito'y madalas na nararamdaman lalo na sa panahon na nagpapahinga o matutulog na, mas maigi na mag pacheck-up dahil maaaring ito ay sintomas ng mga sumusunod:

▪︎ Kidney failure
▪︎ Diabetes
▪︎ Hypothyroidism
▪︎ Hyperthyroidism
▪︎ Spinal cord conditions
▪︎ PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
▪︎ Peripheral Neuropathy (resulta ng pinsala sa mga nerye na matatagpuan sa labas ng utak at spinal cord)

Maaari ring dahilan ang:

▪︎ Pagbubuntis
▪︎ Breastfeeding
▪︎ Irregular na regla
▪︎ Menopause
▪︎ Iron & Vitamin B deficiency
▪︎ Heredity

Magpasuri at uminom ng mga gamot na naaayon sa kondisyon ng kalusugan at gawin ang mga sumusunod:

▪︎ Iwasan ang sobrang pag-inum ng alak
▪︎ lwasan ang pagkain ng sobrang maaalat at matatamis na pagkain at inumin
▪︎ Ibilad sa araw ang binti 15-30 minuto habang nag-eehersisyo araw-araw o limang beses sa isang lingo.
▪︎ Hot Floot Bath - ibabad sa mainit-init na tubig na may asin o sambong ang mga binti, 20 minuto bago matulog.
▪︎ Haplasan o hilutin bago matulog ang mga binti
▪︎ Kumain ng mga pagkaing matataas sa vitamin B
Itlog at manok (mas maigi kung native)
▪︎ Shellfish
▪︎ Green leafy vegetables (malunggay, spinach, dahon ng sili, saluyot, etc.)
▪︎ Uminom ng Food Supplement [DXN] na naaayon sa iyong kondisyon.

Mga Ilang Posibleng Sanhi ng Pananakit ng Buto.

Ang osteoporosis ay isa sa mga medikal na kalagayang resulta ng kakulangan sa calcium at Vitamin D. Isa itong medical condition kung saan numinipis ang mga buto at nawawalan ng lakas. Nauuwi ito sa broken bones na nagdudulot ng sakit at disability. (Basahin dito ang osteoporosis risk factors.)

Pinakakaraniwang sanhi rin ng pananakit ng buto sa binti ang pakabali nito (fractures o broken bones). 

Narito ang listahan ng iba pang mga sanhi:

Injury
Mineral deficiency (lalo na sa calcium at vitamin D)
Hormone disorders
Tumors
Osteoarthritis
Hyperthyroidism
Menopause
Cancer, tulad ng blood cancer o leukemia
Cancer of the bone marrow ang leukemia. Ang bone marrow ang nagpo-produce ng bone cells. Isa sa pangunahing sintomas ng leukemia ang pananakit ng buto sa binti. 
Samantala, dulot ng cancer cells mula sa ibang bahagi ng katawan na kumakalat hanggang sa mga buto ang metastatic bone cancer.

Hindi pangkaraniwang nangyayari ang cancer of the bone marrow kumpara sa metastatic bone cancer.

Iba pang uri ng kanser ang sumusunod:

Osteosarcoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Multiple myeloma
Chondrosarcoma
Giant cell tumor of the bone
Tandaang mayroon ding mga sakit na pumipigil sa pagdaloy ng dugo papunta sa mga buto. Kapag kulang ang dugong dumadaloy, namamatay ang bone tissue. Nakapagdudulot ito ng pananakit ng buto sa binti at nakapagpapahina rin sa mga buto saanmang bahagi ng katawan.

Iba pang sanhi ng pananakit ng buto ang sumusunod:

Impeksyon (osteomyelitis)
Fibromyalgia
Sickle cell anemia
Cancer treatment — Matindi ang epekto ng treatment para sa kanser dahil sa strong medications na madalas ay may side effects o mga komplikasyon.
Post-chemotherapy treatment
Tailbone pain (coccydynia)
Kailan dapat komunsulta sa doktor

Kung ang pananakit ay tatagal nang mahigit sa 48 oras, mainam kung agad nang magpapatingin sa doktor. Kahit mild bone pain, i-monitor pa rin ito dahil posible pa ring isa na itong emergency condition.

Diagnosis at treatment

Narito ang ilan sa mga paraan upang matukoy ang bone pain at posibleng sanhi nito:

Physical exam at medical history
Blood tests
Bone X-rays
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI))
Computed Tomography (CT) scan
Urine studies

Ilan din sa imaging tests na ginagamit ang:

Ultrasonography
Arthrography
Bone scanning

Mahalagang ma-rule out ang iba pang medical conditions bago masabing may pananakit ng buto. Malaking tulong ang orthopedica surgeons o mga orthopedist, mga doktor na ang specialization ay musculoskeletal system.

Sa oras na mabigyan ka ng diagnosis, bumubuo na ng treatment plan ang iyong doktor. Pahinga ang pangunahing rekomendasyon ng mga doktor. 

Kasama rin sa mga gamot ang sumusunod:

Pain relievers (ibuprofen o Advil, acetaminophen o Tylenol)
Antibiotics
Corticosteroids (upang mabawasan ang inflammation o pamamaga)
Analgesic tulad ng opioids
Blood transfusion (para sa mga kulang ang supply ng dugo)
Maaari ding uminom ng paracetamol o morphine para sa mga may katamtaman o malubhang pagsakit ng buto.

Bukod sa antibiotics, maaari ding magrekomenda ng nutritional supplements ang iyong doktor. Maaaring nasa pill, liquid, o chewable form ang mga ito.

Kung cancer ang diagnosis, narito ang ilan din sa karaniwang cancer treatments:

Surgery—Kailangan ng surgery kapag tatanggalin ang mga bahagi ng butong tuluyang nasira dahil sa impeksyon.

Radiation Therapy

Chemotherapy
—posibleng makapagdulot ng mas matinding sakit sa mga buto
Bisphosphonates—nakatutulong na maiwasan ang bone damage at bone pain sa mga may metastatic bone cancer

Opiate pain reliever

Kung ang pananakit ng buto sa binti ay dulot ng injury kagaya ng fracture, kakailanganin ng cast o splint. Makatutulong din dito ang Rest, ice, at elevation (RICE) method.

Kombinasyon ng bone-building at pain medications ang rekomendasyon ng mga doktor ngunit kailangan ding tandaan na mahalaga ang ibayong pag-iingat at ang pagbabago sa lifestyle upang makaiwas sa ganitong mga karamdaman.

Anomang irekomenda ng iyong doktor ay nakabatay sa uri ng sakit na mayroon ka at kung ano ang sanhi ng pananakit ng buto sa binti.

Paano maiiwasan ang bone pain Payo ng mga ekspeto ang gawin ang mga sumusunod:

1. Mag-ehersisyo araw-araw, o di kaya tatlong beses kada linggo, ng weight-bearing exercises
2. Dagdagan ng calcium ang iyong diet
3. Iwasan ang pag-inom ng alak at paninigarilyo
4. Iwasang maging masyadong mabigat ang timbang
5. Magpaaraw upang magkaroon ng sapat na Vitamin D
6. Iwasan ang injuries

Upang makaiwas sa mga aksidente, siguraduhing clutter-free ang paligid lalo na ang sahig o dinaraanan upang makaiwas sa injury. Magsuot din ng maayos at angkop na protective gear kapag naglalaro ng contact sports. Maging maingat palagi, nasa loob o labas man ng sariling bahay. Ang mga paalalang ito at ang payo ng inyong doktor ay maaaring makapaglayo sa inyo sa pananakit ng buto at iba pang karamdaman.


Monday, April 1, 2024

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)


A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection that occurs anywhere in the urinary tract, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. UTIs are one of the most common types of infections, particularly in women, but they can affect people of any age or gender.

UTIs are typically caused by bacteria, most commonly Escherichia coli (E. coli), which is naturally present in the gastrointestinal tract and can enter the urinary tract through the urethra. Other bacteria, such as Klebsiella, Proteus, and Staphylococcus saprophyticus, can also cause UTIs, but they are less common.

There are several types of UTIs, depending on which part of the urinary tract is affected:

1. Lower UTI (Cystitis): This type of UTI affects the bladder and is characterized by symptoms such as:
   - Frequent urge to urinate
   - Pain or burning sensation during urination (dysuria)
   - Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
   - Blood in the urine (hematuria)
   - Pelvic discomfort or pressure
   - Low-grade fever or chills

2. Upper UTI (Pyelonephritis): This type of UTI affects the kidneys and is usually more severe than lower UTIs. In addition to symptoms similar to lower UTIs, pyelonephritis may cause:
   - High fever
   - Flank pain or tenderness (pain in the side or back)
   - Nausea and vomiting
   - Fatigue or malaise

UTIs are typically diagnosed based on symptoms, a physical examination, and laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and urine culture. Treatment for UTIs usually involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the infection. The choice of antibiotic and duration of treatment depend on the type and severity of the UTI, as well as any underlying medical conditions.

In addition to antibiotics, supportive measures such as drinking plenty of fluids, urinating frequently, and maintaining good hygiene practices can help relieve symptoms and prevent complications associated with UTIs. Recurrent UTIs or complicated cases may require further evaluation and management by a healthcare professional.

Appendicitis


Appendicitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the appendix, a small, tube-like structure attached to the large intestine. The appendix is located in the lower right abdomen. Appendicitis is a relatively common condition that typically requires prompt medical attention and, in many cases, surgery to remove the inflamed appendix.

The exact cause of appendicitis is not always clear, but it is often associated with obstruction of the appendix by fecal matter, enlarged lymphoid tissue, or a foreign body. When the appendix becomes blocked, bacteria can multiply inside it, leading to infection and inflammation.

The Symptoms of Appendicitis Can Vary but Often Include:

1. Abdominal Pain: The most common symptom of appendicitis is sudden and severe pain in the lower right abdomen. The pain may initially start around the belly button and then migrate to the lower right side. The pain tends to worsen with movement, coughing, or deep breathing.

2. Loss of Appetite: Many people with appendicitis experience a loss of appetite.

3. Nausea and Vomiting: Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of appendicitis, often occurring in conjunction with abdominal pain.

4. Fever: A low-grade fever may develop in some cases of appendicitis, particularly if the infection spreads beyond the appendix.

5. Abdominal Tenderness: The abdomen may be tender to the touch, especially in the lower right quadrant where the appendix is located.

6. Change in Bowel Habits: Some people with appendicitis may experience changes in bowel habits, such as diarrhea or constipation.

Appendicitis can progress rapidly and, if left untreated, may lead to serious complications, such as a ruptured appendix and peritonitis (infection and inflammation of the abdominal cavity lining). Therefore, it's essential to seek prompt medical attention if you or someone you know experiences symptoms suggestive of appendicitis. Diagnosis typically involves a physical examination, blood tests, imaging studies (such as ultrasound or CT scan), and sometimes, exploratory surgery (appendectomy) to confirm the diagnosis and remove the inflamed appendix.

Common Treatments for Keloids


Keloids present clinically as firm, rubbery nodules in an area of prior injury to the skin. In contrast to normal or hypertrophic scars, keloidal tissue extends beyond the initial site of trauma. Patients may complain of pain, itching, or burning.

Keloids are raised overgrowths of scar tissue that can develop at the site of a wound or injury. While keloids can occur after giving birth, they are relatively uncommon in the perineal area (the area between the vagina and anus) after childbirth. However, if a keloid does develop in this area or anywhere else on the body after giving birth, there are several treatment options available. It's important to note that treatment effectiveness can vary from person to person, and consulting with a dermatologist or healthcare professional is recommended to determine the best approach. 

Here are Some Common Treatments for Keloids:

1. Steroid Injections: Intralesional steroid injections involve injecting corticosteroid medication directly into the keloid. This treatment can help reduce inflammation, flatten the keloid, and relieve symptoms such as itching or pain. Multiple injections may be needed over several weeks or months to achieve optimal results.

2. Pressure Dressings or Silicone Gel Sheets: Applying pressure dressings or silicone gel sheets to the keloid site can help flatten and soften the scar tissue over time. These treatments are typically used in conjunction with other therapies and may require consistent and long-term application for effectiveness.

3. Surgical Excision: Surgical removal of the keloid may be an option for some individuals, especially if the keloid is large, uncomfortable, or affecting mobility. However, surgical excision alone carries a risk of keloid recurrence and may be combined with other treatments, such as steroid injections or radiation therapy, to minimize the risk.

4. Laser Therapy: Laser therapy, such as pulsed dye laser or fractional laser treatment, can help reduce the size and redness of keloids by targeting blood vessels and scar tissue. Multiple sessions may be required for optimal results, and laser therapy is often used in combination with other treatments.

5. Cryotherapy: Cryotherapy involves freezing the keloid with liquid nitrogen to destroy the excess scar tissue. This treatment may be effective for smaller keloids but is less commonly used for larger or more extensive keloids due to the risk of pigment changes or recurrence.

6. Radiation Therapy: Radiation therapy may be recommended following surgical excision of a keloid to reduce the risk of recurrence. However, radiation therapy is typically reserved for severe or recurrent cases due to potential side effects and long-term risks.

It's important to discuss the benefits, risks, and potential side effects of each treatment option with a healthcare professional before making a decision. Additionally, keloid management may require a combination of treatments tailored to the individual's specific needs and preferences.

How To Lose Weight And Belly Fat With Ginger


Ginger
is a root with a spicy flavor that has many health benefits. One of these benefits is maintaining a healthy withe and burning belly fat efficiently.

The ancient healing technique of Ayurveda suggest eating and drinking ginger regularyly as a way of keeping your weight in control, and scientific studies have confirmed this as well.

According to one animal study, ginger reduced weight in rats after only 1 month, and the rat's blood sugar and leptin levels were much improved as well.

Leptin is an important compound that plays a role in feeling full after meals, and is vital for proper weight loss.

The scientist concluded that the root can prevent obesity caused by a diet rich in  fat, and are now considering the root as a powerful natural remedy against the disease.

Another study showed that consuming ginger regularly can reduce weight just as well as Spirulina & Ganoderma, a popular weight loos supplements.

Furthermore, ginger also improved the HDL (good) cholesterol levels in the blood of the patients.
This is not surprising knowing that ginger can boost digestion, which effectively results in weight loss.

How Ginger Reduces Belly Fat.

Besides keeping your weight in check, ginger can also reduce the excess belly fat. It does this by preventing over eating and regulating your hormone and energy levels.

Ginger is highly satiating and prevent cravings, while the effect it has on your hormonal levels and sress prevent cortisol spikes in the blood, which can do a lot of damage to the immune system and metabolism. According to a 2004 study, ginger significantly suppresses cortisol production.

Increased cortisol levels have been known to lead to weight gain and can make it a lot harder to lose weight. This is why it's important to reset and maintain your hormonal levels if you want to lose belly fat.

Consuming ginger will help you do this, and accelerate your metabolism as well. Gigner sharp flavor can also boost your energy levels and help stay in shape.

How To Use Ginger For Weight Loss.

To promote weight loss, nib on a piece of ginger before eating your meals. This will regulate your metabolism and stimulate digestion, while boosting your energy levels and reducing your cortisol production.

You can also grate some ginger and add some lemon juice and salt to it, then eat the mixture before your meals to control your appetite. Besides this, you can prepare a cup of ginger tea which will accelerate your metabolism and prevent numerous diseases and conditions.

Use ginger as a spice in your meals and don't limit its amount - according to studies, cooking it for 6 minutes can boost its health benefits. The root has a pleasant flavor which doesn't need to be masked.

Ginger Tea for Weight Loss.

Drinking 2-3 cups of ginger tea every day is very healthy and will boost your metabolism. To prepare the tea, grate an inch of ginger and put it in a cup, then pour boiling water over it.

Leave the mixture to steep for 10 minutes, then strain it and leave it to cool down before adding some honey. Ginger tea is a powerful remedy for many diseases and conditions and will also help you lose weight.

Other Ginger Health Benefits.

Besides helping you lose weight, ginger can boost your metabolism, reduce inflammation, nausea and prevent vomiting, while also eliminating cancer cells. You can prepare a healthy ginger detox drink that can fight numerous diseases as well.

Powdered ginger can be kept in the fridge for a longer period, while a fresh ginger root can be kept for 2-3 weeks. You can freeze the root to boost its longevity for up to 6 months.

Source: pinoy home remedies

Friday, March 29, 2024

What is Diabetes?


Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. This occurs either because the body cannot produce enough insulin or because the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, or both. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels and facilitates the uptake of glucose into cells for energy production.

There are several Types of Diabetes, including:

1. Type 1 Diabetes: This type of diabetes occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells (beta cells) in the pancreas. As a result, the body cannot produce insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels. Type 1 diabetes typically develops in childhood or adolescence, although it can occur at any age. Individuals with type 1 diabetes require lifelong insulin therapy to manage their blood sugar levels.

2. Type 2 Diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and occurs when the body becomes resistant to the effects of insulin or does not produce enough insulin to meet its needs. This can result in elevated blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes is often associated with lifestyle factors such as obesity, physical inactivity, and poor diet. It typically develops in adults, but it is increasingly being diagnosed in children and adolescents, especially those who are overweight or obese. Type 2 diabetes may be managed through lifestyle changes (such as diet and exercise), oral medications, injectable medications, and insulin therapy.

3. Gestational Diabetes: Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy and is characterized by high blood sugar levels that occur for the first time during pregnancy. It usually resolves after childbirth, but women who have had gestational diabetes have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.

Other less common types of diabetes include:

- Monogenic Diabetes: Caused by mutations in a single gene and often diagnosed in infancy or early adulthood.
- Secondary Diabetes: Resulting from certain medical conditions, medications, or hormonal disorders.

Untreated or poorly managed diabetes can lead to serious complications, including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, nerve damage, eye problems, and foot complications. Therefore, it is essential for individuals with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels regularly, follow a healthy lifestyle, and adhere to their treatment plan as prescribed by healthcare professionals.

HOW TO MANAGE & TREAT DIABETES by Dr. Jose Carlos Magsino, M.D.

Thursday, March 28, 2024

What is Pertussis?


Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It primarily affects the respiratory system, particularly the airways (trachea and bronchi), leading to severe and prolonged coughing fits. Pertussis can affect people of all ages, but it is most severe in infants and young children, especially those who are not yet fully vaccinated.

The symptoms of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, typically progress through several stages. The initial symptoms may resemble those of a common cold, but they can worsen over time. 

Here are the typical stages and symptoms associated with pertussis:

1. Catarrhal Stage (1-2 weeks):
   - Mild cough
   - Runny or stuffy nose
   - Sneezing
   - Low-grade fever
   - Symptoms may resemble those of a common cold

2. Paroxysmal Stage (1-6 weeks, or longer):
   - Intense bouts of coughing, often in rapid succession, known as paroxysms
   - "Whooping" sound when inhaling after a coughing fit, particularly in children and infants (though this characteristic may not always be present)
   - Vomiting or exhaustion after coughing fits
   - Coughing spells may be more frequent at night

3. Convalescent Stage (weeks to months):
   - Gradual improvement in symptoms
   - Coughing episodes become less frequent and less severe
   - Recovery may take several weeks to months, even with treatment

It's important to note that symptoms can vary in severity from person to person, and not everyone with pertussis will experience all of these symptoms. Additionally, infants and young children may not produce the characteristic "whooping" sound, but they may have difficulty breathing or turn blue during coughing fits.

Pertussis can be particularly severe in infants, young children, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Complications can include pneumonia, seizures, dehydration, and in rare cases, death.

If you or your child experience symptoms suggestive of pertussis, especially if you have been in contact with someone known to have the infection, it's essential to seek medical attention promptly. Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the severity of symptoms and prevent the spread of the disease to others.

The infection spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes, and it is highly contagious during the first few weeks of illness. Pertussis typically starts with symptoms similar to those of a common cold, such as a runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, and low-grade fever. After about one to two weeks, the coughing becomes more severe and may occur in sudden, uncontrollable bursts, often followed by a characteristic "whooping" sound as the person tries to inhale air after a coughing fit.

In infants and young children, pertussis can lead to complications such as pneumonia, seizures, encephalopathy (brain inflammation), dehydration, and even death. Older children and adults may experience less severe symptoms but can still transmit the infection to vulnerable populations.

Pertussis is preventable through vaccination. The DTaP vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) is routinely given to infants and young children in several doses, starting at two months of age. A booster vaccine, called Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis), is recommended for adolescents and adults every ten years. Vaccination not only protects individuals from contracting pertussis but also helps prevent the spread of the disease within communities, especially to vulnerable populations such as infants who are too young to be fully vaccinated.

Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics can help reduce the severity and duration of symptoms and prevent the spread of pertussis to others. If you suspect you or your child has pertussis, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional promptly for evaluation and appropriate management.

Flu Types

Depending on the system where the virus attacks, flus have been divided into 5 Types – FEVER IS COMMON IN ALL.

How To Treat Pertussis?

Treatment for pertussis, or whooping cough, typically involves a combination of supportive care and antibiotic therapy. 

Here are the Primary Components of Treatment:

1. Antibiotics: Antibiotics, such as azithromycin, clarithromycin, or erythromycin, are commonly prescribed to treat pertussis. These medications can help reduce the severity and duration of symptoms and decrease the period of contagiousness. Antibiotics are most effective when started early in the course of the illness, preferably during the catarrhal stage or early in the paroxysmal stage.

2. Supportive Care: In addition to antibiotics, supportive care measures can help alleviate symptoms and promote recovery:
  • Rest: Getting plenty of rest is essential to support the body's immune response and conserve energy.
  • Hydration: Drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, electrolyte solutions, or clear broths, can help prevent dehydration, especially if vomiting occurs during coughing fits.
  • Humidification: Using a cool-mist humidifier or taking a steamy shower can help soothe the respiratory tract and alleviate coughing.
  • Nutrition: Eating nutritious foods can support overall health and help the body fight off the infection. DXN Products is one of the best choice!
  • Avoiding Irritants: Avoid exposure to smoke, pollutants, and other respiratory irritants that can exacerbate coughing.
3. Isolation and Prevention: People with pertussis should stay home from school, work, or other activities until they are no longer considered contagious. This typically involves completing at least five days of appropriate antibiotic treatment. Close contacts, especially household members and caregivers, may also be advised to take preventive antibiotics to reduce the risk of transmission.

4. Vaccination: Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent pertussis. Infants and young children receive multiple doses of the DTaP vaccine, which provides protection against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. Adolescents and adults are recommended to receive the Tdap booster vaccine every ten years to maintain immunity.

It's essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment of pertussis, especially if you or your child experience symptoms suggestive of the infection. Early intervention can help reduce the severity of symptoms and prevent complications.



Paano Maiwasan Ang Diabetes?


Ang Diabetes ay nangyayari kapag ang iyong blood glucose o blood sugar levels ay masyadong mataas. Ang glucose ay energy na nagbibigay lakas sa iyong katawan, nagbubuo at nagkukumpuni ng mga cells at mga body tissues. Kinu-convert sa glucose ng iyong katawan ang iyong mga kinain upang iimbak o magsilbing enerhiya para magamit sa susunod na pangangailangan.

Subalit ang glucose ay ‘di kaagad napapakinabangan ng iyong katawan ng walang tulong ng insulin, isang hormone  na nabubuo ng iyong pancreas, na tumutulong umayos o mag-control ng iyong blood sugar. Ang insulin ay tumutulong para maiwasan ang sobrang pagtaas ng iyong blood sugar (hyperglycemia) o sobrang pagbaba nito (hypoglycemia).

May diabetes ka kapag ang levels ng glucose or sugar sa iyong dugo ay mas mataas kaysa sa normal. Sa diabetes, ang iyong katawan ay maaaring ‘di nakakapag-produce ng sapat na insulin (type 1 diabetes) o kaya ay ‘di epektibong nagagamit ng iyong katawan ang na-produced nitong insulin (type 2 diabetes).

Kapag walang sapat na insulin, ang glucose ay manatili sa iyong system. Sa katagalan, ito’y mag resulta sa seryusong kumplikasyon. Nakakapinsala ito ng organs at tissues ng iyong buong katawan, katulad ng iyong kidneys, mata, puso, at mga nerves.

Ang diabetes ay maaaring magresulta sa stroke, heart disease, pagkabulag, matinding dehydration, paulit-ulit na infections (dahil ang sobrang mataas na glucose levels ay maaaring mag resulta sa mabagal ng pag galing o pag recover ng iyong katawan), posibleng pagputol ng bahagi ng iyong katawan (katulad ng paa at kamay) o kaya ay humantong sa coma o kamatayan.

Kung minsan ay sadyang nararanasan ang pagbaba o pagtaas ng blood sugar levels ng kahit mismong taong walang diabetes. Subalit kapag ang iyong blood sugar levels ay sumobrang taas na ay mag resulta ito sa hyperglycemia. Nangyayari ito kapag ang iyong diabetes ay ‘di nagagamot ng mabuti. Ang iba pang mga kadahilanan ay maaaring bunga ng isang karamdaman, physical activity choices, prescription medications, o kaya ay ang hindi maayos na pag-inom ng diabetes medication.

Kumplikasyon na maaring maidulot ng Hyperglycemia

Ang paulit-ulit na pagkakaroon ng hyperglycemia ay maaring humantong sa stroke, heart attack, or circulation disorders na maaring maging sanhi ng pagkaputol ng paa o kamay, kidney disease (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), pagkabulag o diabetic eye disease (retinopathy).

Ang Hypoglycemia, sa kabilang dako, ay nangyayari kapag ang iyong blood sugar levels ay sobrang baba. Ito ay maaring sanhi ng maling pag gamit ng insulin o hindi tamang pag inom ng gamot na pangpababa ng sugar levels, higit lalo kapag nalaktawan mo ang iyong diabetes medication. Ang iba pang mga kadahilanan na maaring mag resulta sa sobrang pagbagsak ng iyong blood sugar ay ang sobrang pag-inom ng alak, hindi maayos na pag ehersisyo, o kaya ay ang pagkain ng wala sa tamang oras.

Kumplikasyon na maaring maidulot ng Hypoglycemia

Kapag ‘di naagapan, ang hypoglycemia ay maaring mag resulta sa severe confusion o pagkawala sa sarile, mawalan ng malay, seizures, coma, or death.

Sanhi ng Diabetes

Hanggang ngayon ay ‘di pa rin batid ang tunay na sanhi ng diabetes. Ang katawan ng mga taong may type 1 diabetes ay walang kakayahang lumikha ng sapat na insulin dahil may problema sa kanilang pancreas, kung kaya’t kinakailangan nilang mag-inject ng insulin upang makabuo ng glucose.

Hinala ng scientists ay mismong sariling immune system ng mga taong may diabetes ang sumisira sa kanilang pancreas. Maaring sanhi ito ng virus infection. Ang karamdaman ng iba ay maaring sanhi ng genes or environmental factors. Samantala, ang type 2 diabetes naman ay maaring sanhi ng insulin resistance (ang iyong katawan ay ‘di kayang i-absorb o gamitin ng maayos ang insulin). 

Ang type 2 diabetes ay maaari ring sanhi ng combination of genetics, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Maari kang tamaan ng diabetes kapag ‘di ka gaanong gumagalaw o ikaw ay sobrang mataba. Ang labis na katabaan ay maaring mag resulta sa cells resistant to insulin. Kung minsan, may mga gamot na maaring makapanghina o makagambala sa insulin function.

Mga Tips na Makakatulong para Maiwasan ang Diabetes:


Andrographis paniculata | DXN Andro-G

Nagtataglay ng kakayahang magpalakas ng immune system, ang Andrographis paniculata ay pinaniniwalaang nakakapigil sa maraming karamdaman.

Ayon sa mga pag-aaral, ang mabisang halamang ito ay nagtataglay ng anti-inflammatory (nagbabawas ng pamamaga); antibiotic (kumukuntra sa bacterial infections); hepatoprotective (proteksyon sa atay at gall bladder); antipyretic (pangpahupa ng lagnat); antimalarial (panguntra sa malaria), anti-thrombotic (pamigil sa blood clot); hypoglycemic (pampababa ng blood sugar level); anti-microbial (panlaban sa sipon, flu, at respiratory infections); expectorant (pangtanggal ng plema, sipon at iba pang mikrobyo sa respiratory tract); vermicidal (kuntra bulate ); antifungal (panguntra sa mga fungal infections).

Lion’s Mane

DXN LION’S MANE TABLET
Nature’s nutrients for your nerve cells.

Ang Lion’s Mane mushroom ay pinaniniwalaang napaka masustansya at napaka mahalagang pagkain sa China at sa Japan.

Nagtataglay ng halos lahat ng amino acids na kailangan ng katawan, ang natatanging kabute na ito ay sagana sa nutrients, minerals, polysaccharides, adenosine, and vitamin B12, at marami pang iba. 

Ginagamit itong medicinal mushroom na maaring makatulong sa pag-regulate ng blood lipid levels (pag-iimbak ng enerhiya) at maari ring makatulong sa pagpapababa ng blood glucose levels.

DXN Poria S

Hango sa mycelium ng Poria cocos

ng DXN Poria Mushroom S ay hango sa Poria cocos, 100% mycelium of Poria cocos. 

Malawakang ginagamit sa
Chinese herbalism, ang Poria Mushroom ay nakagawiang gamiting pampalakas at pampalusog ng katawan.






DXN RG/GL!

May taglay na Ganoderma extract, ang tambalan ng dalawang produktong ito ay maaring magdulot ng NUTRITIVE and HEALTH benefits sa iyong katawan.

The Magic Effect Of Ganoderma:

Ganoderma has always been shrouded with a mysterious curtain for more than a thousand years. People only know ‘‘Ganodermas can keep one young and give one a long life if taken continuously”, but no one had ever scientifically investigated why it is so effective.

Important components of Ganoderma:
  • Organic Germanium (Ge): Can increase the oxygen absorbed by the blood up to 1.5 times: can promote metabolism: prevent tissue degeneration. According to the research of Dr Kazuhiko Asai, Ganoderma contains 800 – 2000 p.p.m. of germanium. This is 4-6 times more than ginseng.
  • Polysaccharides: These can improve the body’s immune system, eliminate viruses. Japanese pharmaceutical companies have refined it to medical quality and it has been approved by the Koseisho Health Department in Japan for insurance medicine.
Its bitter taste. It is under constant study by the Japanese medical and pharmaceutical fields. The efficacy is a result of the interrelation of germanium and polysaccharides. Some plants may contain one or the other, but Ganoderma is much more effective. The combination of components is different from other plants and all of the components must be preserved to insure efficiency.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Roselle - The Blossom of Antioxidants

Roselle, a member of Hibiscus family, is a very well-known medicinal plant and the plant can be found in almost all tropical and subtropical countries such as India, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Sudan, Egypt and Mexico. 

In Malaysia, Roselle is commonly known as asam kumbang, asam susur and asam paya. Other names for Roselle in different languages are Luo shen hua 洛神花 (Chinese), Pulichai kerai (Tamil) and Red sorrel (English). Scientifically, Roselle is known as Hibiscus sabdariffa L. or also synonym with Abelmoschus cruentus and Furcaria sabdariffa.

For centuries, Roselle has been used in number of dishes, beverages and conventional remedy of diseases. It is popular for its edible fleshy calyces and leaves that are used for making salads, tea, juices, jams, jellies, ice-cream, and many other products.

Nutrients & Bioactive Compounds in Roselle

Roselle is mainly cultivated for its calyx, which is of three types: green, red and dark red. The red calyxes are the most used as they are characterized by their high nutrient concentration. 

Roselle is an excellent source of:
  • Organic acids including citric, malic, tartaric and allo-hydroxycitric acids
  • Minerals: Calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron
  • Vitamins: Vitamin C, beta carotene, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine
  • Phytochemicals & antioxidants including Anthocyanins (e.g. delphinidin-3-O-sambubioside) and flavonoids (e.g., quercetin-3-glucoside)

Benefits of DXN Roselle

1) Regulates blood pressure

Roselle is rich in antioxidants as it contains bioactive compounds such as anthocyanins and flavonoids which can lower blood pressure in hypertensive adults by reducing the viscosity (thickness) of blood. A study from Tufts showed that three daily cups of roselle drink or tea significantly lowered blood pressure in prehypertensive adults better than placebo, with a drop in the subjects’ systolic blood pressure by six points over the control group. To put that into perspective, on a population scale, a five-point drop may lead to 14 percent fewer stroke deaths, 9 percent fewer fatal heart attacks, and 7 percent fewer deaths overall each year.

2) Lowers blood cholesterol

As Roselle contains high levels of flavonoids, polyphenols and anthocyanin, it is shown in research to prevent oxidation of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) or 'bad cholesterol', hence able to suppress blood lipid levels including triglycerides and total cholesterol significantly. According to a study conducted among high blood cholesterol patients, a total of 3g Roselle extract per day, given three times a day, significantly lowered serum cholesterol. This data strongly suggests that Roselle is potentially applicable to prevent atherosclerosis and a number of cardiovascular diseases.  

3) Regulates blood sugar

Studies revealed that polyphenolic components of roselle can improve insulin sensitivity, hence reduce insulin resistance and regulates blood sugar level. Hibiscus acid in roselle has been reported as a potent inhibitor of intestinal α-glucosidase and pancreatic α-amylase activity, therefore can serve as effective mechanism for the control of postprandial hyperglycemia (rise of blood sugar after a meal).

4) Helps with weight loss and fatty liver

Roselle has been shown to help boost body metabolism and maintain healthy weight. Studies presented that consuming roselle can help to reduce fat percentage, body weight and BMI. Roselle is also found to help inhibit fat accumulation, prevent non-alcoholic fatty liver, hence it has liver-protecting potential.

5) Anti-inflammation

Chronic inflammation is one of the common root causes of most diseases including cancer. Roselle is naturally high in the phytonutrient anthocyanin, a family of bioactive pigments responsible for the red colour of roselle and its potent antioxidant actions. Many studies suggested that anthocyanins may be involved in the improvement of many different types of diseases including Alzheimer's disease, obesity, rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular diseases and many more. 

6) Improve iron status

Iron deficiency is one of the most common form of nutritional deficiencies, particularly in young children and women at child-bearing age. Iron deficiency can lead to stunting and impaired cognitive development in children, as well as adverse maternal health and birth outcomes. Many studies found that consuming Roselle regularly could improve iron status of child bearing women and protect stunting among toddlers. As Roselle is an excellent source of Vitamin C, it's especially an effective way to enhance iron absorption.

In summary, Roselle provides various purported health benefits, which include:
Potent antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory effects
  • Supports immune system
  • Regulates blood pressure
  • Lowers blood cholesterol level
  • Regulates blood sugar level
  • Liver protecting effect
  • Improves iron status
  • Helps with weight loss.