The Price Of Statin Drug - Losing Your Sight

Despite mounting evidence of the serious side effects pertaining to prolong intake of Statin drug to lower cholesterol, many doctors are still prescribing it to patients without warning them of the impact it may have to their eye sight.

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This should not come as a surprise because the eye  membrane make use of cholesterol to maintain the transparency of the lens. Our brain is also made up mostly of cholesterol.

Lowering of cholesterol with this drug might lead to cataract as the eye membrane becomes deprived of the one thing that it need to keep the lens in good condition.

Moreover, if you are a diabetic and on statin then you are in for the double whammy. Reason being that a diabetics is already in higher risk of contracting eye complications and add to the increase probability of cataract due to the  intake of Statin put you in very bad situation. You might lose your sight completely.

Always make it a point to learn more about the drugs which your doctor prescribed for your illness. With the Internet, you can practically find information on the side effects of most drugs.

Of course it is important for you to be aware of the misinformation that many website carries in regards to medication. When in doubt, talk to your doctor on what you know and if necessary look for second opinion.

One Way Ticket To The Hospital

In my younger days, probably when I was six or seven years old, I used to hear my old neighbor grandparents, in their late 70 or early 80 said regardless of whatever illnesses, they will never go to hospital for treatment.

The old adage and notion held by many elderly folks during those days were that the chances of them getting well and discharge  from hospital treatment is very slim. Some old folks even view the hospital as a death sentence, a one way ticket to the grave so to speak.

I was rather amused and thought that old people are rather superstitious or  misinformed about not being able to get well from hospital treatment. I guess I was wrong after all these years. Well you see, the old folks are smarter than we think.

Checkout this article on the health risk associated with hospital errors and mismanagement. Medical treatment facilities are among the most gem filled places. You strongly advice to wash your hands with thoroughly when you leave hospital.

Besides, some drugs administered by doctors are not without side effect all together. I recalled my dad lose a lot of weight when he was warded to the hospital for diabetic related conditions.

What transpire in the new few weeks in the hospital was really upsetting to say the least. A junior doctor (probably a houseman) said my dad had some eye complications (which is absurd because he had excellent eyesight! ).

Instead of focusing on more pertinent conditions such as bloating and indigestion of food, swollen legs and increase heart palpitations, some of the junior doctors choose to put their diagnose focus on his eye instead. Later I discovered it is because some of them were working on project relating to ophthalmology!.

Anyway, the point I am would like to make is that don't discount old folks concerns regarding medical centers.  My dad was lucky that he was discharge after spending a month being poke with  various needles for blood sampling.

All said and done, he continue to live for another year and finally suffered a heart attack in the early hours of dawn and passed way .

It's been eighteen years and I reckon how time sure pass quickly. Despite the advancement of medical science, some hospitals around the world continue to pose high infection and medical error risks to patients and visitors.

The Sickest Nation In The World Today

China was called the sick man of Asia during the late 19th century and the leading up to the early twentieth century. It was a time whereby the middle kingdom was perplexed and rife with internal government conflicts, division and foreign interventions.

The derogatory term somewhat befits the Chinese during those dark days, at least to certain extent as the majority of the population indulge in drugs such as opium, thanks to the British traders who exported it to the mainland.

Times and tide has changed in today's world. I bet you may not know that China is no longer the the sickest nation in the world so to speak (even though in terms of population, it might still stand as the highest in the world for those admitted to the hospital or needing treatment of somesorts.

On the contrary the United States by virtue of the size of the healthcare budget, the number of citizens receiving healthcare easily outrank others to be as the number one in the world. So is the USA the new sick man of the West?

Healthcare spending in the US constitutes over 16% of the country GDP,  the highest percentage amongst developed nations. Medical spending in the year 2010 alone exceeds 2.3 million US dollars, a staggering amount.

The rate of increase for health cost surpassed wage increment by a factor of at least 3 times and over sixteen percent of the population do not have any health insurance. Government spending for hospitals and related activities expected to surpassed 60 billion dollars each year!.

If President Obama gets reelected then the Obamacare policy which is popular known will surely takes effect and this implies the entire cost of the health expenditures will likely to quadruple as the government sought to provide free insurance coverage for every single of the citizen.

It is indeed mind boggling and hard to figure out why a developed nation like the US need to spend trillions of dollars on the population medical care. Obviously, there are more sick people in the country relative to other developed nations.

It is not surprising that the FDA is working in cahoot with big pharma to fleece on the population by providing expensive and ineffective treatments for even mild and common diseases.

Despite all the advances in medical and biological technology and science, the US food chain is making its population more sick than ever.  Reports by the US CDC indicates one third of the adults are obese and overweight!.


Is US the sickest nation in the world? Well, you be the judge!

Is This The Ultimate Anti Aging Secret?

Of recent I was introduced to a product by the name of ageLOC R2.  I have never heard of this anti aging supplement before. It is not a cheap product by all means, something like close to two thousand dollars for supply of up to four months prescription.

ageLOC R2 is touted to be a scientific breakthrough youth preserving and even age reversal product. It works by targeting the molecular and cellular DNA cells of the body. 

The exact detail mechanism of what it does and how it works remains top secret however suffice to say, there are many customers who are very satisfied with its efficacy and results. Besides slowing down the process of growing old, it is promoted as a weight loss solution.

Like most other wellness supplements in the market, the efficacy and effectiveness of this health supplement is neither endorse, validated nor regulated by the FDA.  It is best to check with the doctor if you on prescribed medication. You wouldn't want to take any chances when it comes to oral medication.

One of the cell structure targeted by this supplement is the cell powerhouse, namely the mitochondria. It is not surprising that keeping the cell powerhouse in good condition would help to slow down aging process.

CQ10 is one important for the heart and it also helps to combat premature cell degeneration by charging the Mitochondria. Check out this article on more information regarding the cell powerhouse.

Here are some past articles on tips to longevity and youth which might be of interest to you.

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Is Anti Aging Cream Safe?

Anti Aging Topical Skin Care Products

There are all sorts of anti aging products in the market. It's hard to determine nor underpin if they are effective or not given all the over hypes and promotions put up by the big cosmetic and youth preserving industries.

Anti aging and wellness products are categorized as 'cosmetic' in nature and are therefore not regulated by the FDA nor required any approval for sales by the health authority of most countries.

Some of the so-called 'proprietary' core ingredients are not labelled clearly on many of such products. You never know what accumulates into your body and the potential side effects as a result of prolong treatment.

Topical Treatment Not As Safe As You Think

Most people assume that cream applied to skin is quite safe but is that truly the case? On the contrary, the advent in nano technology has made it possible to develop microscopic nano particles that can easily penetrate and enter the blood stream.

Please check out the following site on the possible health dangers associated with nano particles.  You may wonder why more and more companies are utilizing such technology in wellness and health care products. 

Final Thoughts

As of  today, health authority of most countries do not have any unified establish standard body to adhere to so as to regulate and monitor the risk associated with nano particles used in wellness topical products.

As the saying goes, you should not apply stuffs on your skin which you will not put into your mouth. Is anti aging cream safe?  I am not so sure, you be the judge.

How To Slow Down Premature Aging - Balance Body Chemistry

Anti Aging Products Are Big Business

Anti-aging cosmetic products span billion dollar industries. There are all sorts of wellness and so called growing old reversal products targeted both men and women of all ages, sold worldwide with no sign of slowing down. Can these products really preserve youth  ?

Can topical solution, serum or cream applied to the face or the rest of body rejuvenate and slow down premature aging?  Likewise can those hundreds and thousands of brands of vitamin and mineral pills sold worldwide keeps you young?

My wife always make it a point to replenish her stockpiles of Lancome products, specifically those targeting wrinkle, crow feet, sunburn, black spots and etc. One fine day I told her I just use normal soap to for shower and washing my face and I seems to have much better skin complexion than her.

I am not an anti aging experts nor am I qualified to judge and make any claims as to whether all those wellness and cosmetics effective or not. To certain extent I believe some of these products do help; the question though is how effective and whether if there are any side effects.

As the saying goes, beauty is only skin dip; most of the treatment or wellness treatment done on the outside such as the skin as well as supplement intake has limited effect in maintaining youth.

Your body is make up of billions of cells interacting in complex chemistry.  Medical research and studies has shown that accelerated premature aging occurs when the body chemistry becomes unbalance (becomes more acidic in nature).

It All Starts From The Inside

The pH level has tremendous impact on the state of health. Ideally the blood of a healthy person should be in slightly alkaline state, somewhere around 7.5pH.

The human body will do its best to maintain equilibrium, failing of which triggers inflammation; this happens  when the blood becomes too acidic and cause your body chemistry to go haywire . Studies indicates such imbalance condition accelerate the process of growing old.

Some virus and bacteria are known to thrive in acidic environment. Your immune system is affected and your risk of contracting cancer increase multiple fold. Tumor growth is harder to control and managed under acidic pH environment.

Furthermore your body will pull minerals from the bones in attempt to neutralize acidic condition. This has the adverse effect of triggering osteoporosis as your body lose ability to generate bone matrix to replace those that wears off. As a result your bones gets thinner and thinner.

Tips On How To Keep Your Body Chemistry In Balance

Pay attention to the food you eat daily.  Reduce or avoid completely beverages, soft drinks and other processed food laced with additives and pesticides. Most of these processed food are acidic and will overload your body, disrupting ability to maintain balance chemistry.

Did you know that your body generates acid all the time?  The air that you exhale (carbon dioxide) contains carbonic acid.  Your kidney excrete uric acid. You don't need to further overload your internal system by taking more of such food. 

Avoid taking too much fruits that are acidic in nature. Some fruits are high in sugar and acidic content so it is advisable not to consume too much of it. You check out which fruits are alkaline over here.  Take fruits with high anti-oxidant content for instance pomegranate, grapefruit, berries and vegetables that are rich in fiber.

Regular exercise are known to improve blood circulation, regulates and improve growth hormone and overall well being. Make it a point to do some workout to keep your hormone in balance. Get enough quality sleep so that your body can repair and rejuvenate.

Summary

You don't need to resort spending huge amount of money on anti-aging and youth preserving products,  Beauty and health comes from the inside, thus make it a point to live a healthy life style and so long as your body chemistry is maintain properly, you shouldn't worry about getting old too fast.

Facts Or Fallacy - GMO Nightmare

The Genetic Engineering Nightmare

Here is an interesting video on the danger of GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) that finds its way into the crops and food chain for human and animal consumption.  

Baby boomers like me and the rest of the aging folks may be 'lucky' enough in the sense that we may not be able to live our life time to witness nor experience the devastating effect of this man made catastrophe. 

Sounds like doomsday prophecy but nevertheless one can't help but imagine what if the long term side effects turns out to be much worst than what is anticipated today. 

Food Today, Cancer And Hunger Tomorrow

Genetically modified food using laboratory engineered organism, known as GMO is making its way into the human food chain. GMO biotechnology has been hailed by some scientists as the answer to the famines and hunger of the world. Is it truly the case or have we open a Pandora box that will lead us to the brink of major catastrophic nightmare and destruction?

A Man Made Disaster Waiting To Happen

Those who advocate GM (genetically modified) crops says it will help to solve global food shortage and  alleviate hunger as well as starvation in the third world.  Some of these genetically modified crops can withstand harsh weather such as drought. 

On the contrary, GM has not help to solve yield problems (due to insects, soil erosion, weather and climate change, drought, pollution  ), in some cases, the yield is drastically reduce for instance GM soy.

Did you know that it takes twice the amount of acres of land to grow genetically engineered soy versus its natural counterpart?

Some of these genetically engineered crops and plants can tolerate prolong exposure to highly toxic and dangerous herbicides and pesticides without impacting its growth. Farmers are encouraged to use more and more of cheaper and dangerous chemicals to control weeds and insects since it will not affect these modified crops.

It all seems good for the consumer but wait till you realize what side effects and known risk those companies responsible for GMO are intentionally hiding from you. First thing first, these crops and plants contains highly toxic ingredients in its genetic structures. Studies has indicated that animals exposed to these herbicide and pesticide resistant crops develops cancer!

Not much is disclosed by major corporations involved in this industry  (one of the more well known company that research and supply GMO crop is Monsanto.)

China is one of the proponent of this biotechnology and it has practically go all out to support GMO industries. It is a disaster waiting to happen given the fact that not much is known about the long term side effects of consuming these man made crops.  The side effects on animals were brush off as insignificant and ax well as for the fact that this is big industry with lots of money to make.

Before Meal Oral Medication - Avoid This Mistake

One common mistake that many people made in regards to oral medication (for any prescription drug that you need to take before meal as advice ) is eating too soon after the intake of medicine.

You should wait for at least fifteen to twenty minutes before you eat. It does not make sense to eat immediately after you take medication isn't it? It takes some time for the drug compound to enter the blood stream so be patience and wait for a couple of minutes.

Sleeping Pills Can Cause Cancer!

It's really perplexing that sleep aid drugs or sleeping pills can cause cancer!. The exact mechanism that leads to the big 'C' disease is not known but apparently most big Pharma that conducted their drug trials and experiments on animals yield terrible outcomes. The animals given sleep aid drugs contracts cancer!.

Another shocking news is that some of these dangerous pills only help to increase rest by mere eleven minutes!. With all the potential side effects, it is really worth the risk? I am not sure what to make out of it, the worst part of the whole damn thing is that side effects associated with these medications are never made known to the patient.

For further information, please check out Dr Mercola's article on the link between sleeping pills and cancer.

Do You Really Need 8-Hour Sleep Every Day?

Are you going to be in deep trouble, is your health going to be impacted if you sleep less than eight hours everyday? Doctors and health practitioners believed so but the fact of the matter is that in today's fast paced stressful environment, more than often it is not possible to do so.

Nowadays and I am sure not just me but the majority of adults go to bed no earlier than 11pm evening and then wake up 6am or even earlier the next day. If everyone needs at least 8 hours of sleep everyday then I bet majority of the adults are in deep trouble.

My dad lived up to a ripe good old age of 84 before he passed on. He sleep for just slightly over 5 hours everyday, for almost thirty years as far as i recalled. Apart from diabetes which only sets in when he was into his 70s, he was in overall good health so to speak.

I am not sure how on the 8-hour sleep came about, just like no one knows based on what findings and data doctor says we must drink at least six glass of water everyday. As a matter of fact there is now mounting evidence indicating that over consumption of water can be damaging and risk to your health!.

There is no doubt that sleep deprivation and constant sleep disruption can be really damaging to health. Sleep disorder and lack of proper rest is the one the biggest contributor to cancer and other serious diseases. It is a known fact that lack of rest can lower immune system and cause hormones to become unbalance.

The key contention though is in regards to the number of hours a person need to sleep everyday. The way I think about it, I believed the 8-hour is a figure that comes out from no where and there is no data to substantiate it. It is probably a myth much like the six glass of water.

You won't die ahead of your time if you sleep less than eight hours everyday and your health will not deteriorate because of it. Some may require more rest, some require less, the exact amount of time one needs to recharge so to speak depends on individual.

It Is About Quality Sleep And Not The Number Of Hours
As the saying goes, too much good thing is a bad thing and that applies to sleep as well. Did you know that some health experts warns that sleeping more than 8 hours a day can endanger your health!

On one side they advice that everyone needs at least 8-hour of rest and on the other hand they also warned that sleeping over 8 hours a day can pose serious health problems!

The crux of the matter is not insomuch about how many hours you need but rather how well you sleep. Quality of sleep matters more because if are able to rest say just five or six hours everyday, you are still doing fine if you sleep well.

So what can you make up about the eight hour sleep mantra? Forget about it, it is a myth just like any other expounded by some health 'experts' with no data to substantiate such claim. Whatever the case, make sure you sleep well, that's the bottom line.

Eat Fat To Lose Fat

One of the common false assumption that many people has in regards to weight loss is that they think reduction of fat intake will hep to lose weight. This is far from the truth.

As a matter of fact, you probably need to take fat to reduce fat. Sounds illogical but there are mounting scientific evidences to substantiate this theory in addition to testimony from people all over the world.

There are various types of fats but not all them are beneficial. Here are some of the benefits associated with oil found in some fatty diet that helps to boost your health.

- Safflower,flaxseed and fish oil can help to reduce blood sugar and increase good cholesterol.
- Helps to combat premature aging and reduce inflammation.
- The oil in some fatty diet is rich in polyunsaturated or monounsaturated fat,both which are known to help in protecting heart.
- Our bodies need healthy fats for instance our brain is made of fats and cholesterol
- Fat soluble vitamins (A,D,E & K) can't be absorved unless fat is present in our body.
- Oleic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid helps in weight loss. The exact mechanism is not known , there are indications that it helps to keep little fat cells from growing big and at the same time maintain muscle which helps to burn fat.

My wife enjoys fatty food diet but not me because I find it a bit difficult to digest. When we go to KFC for a quick bite (as much as I know that KFC fast food is pretty much unhealthy, junk food to be precise) she will will consume the skin and leave the tender moisture meat for me.

She also enjoy taking all sorts of nuts for snacks, for instance, Macadamia, Hazelnuts, Almonds and etc. She don't like tooth sweetening stuffs such as chocolates, ice cream and pretty much prefer to take anything that is fatty so to speak.

Despite her high fat diet, her weight still seems to hover around normal range (between 49kg to 50kg is considered normal and ideal for a woman of her height of 160cm). She is not the sporty type and her routine exercise involved taking a short stroll after dinner.

In summary, reduce fat intake is not the answer to weight loss. You need to reduce sugar and carbohydrate consumption, exercise more and live a healthy life style.

The Link Between Cancer & Dental Treatment

It's been years since I last visited the dentist. Some say I am stupid because as an employee of a multinational corporation, every employee are entitled to free dental treatment of up to two hundred dollars a year and one can't exchange it for cash even it he or she did not spend it.

Most employees will take the opportunity to go for their annual dental checkout which includes cleaning and polishing so long as it don't exceed the allocated amount. The reason why I don't make it a point to visit the dentist is not because I am afraid of the pain or being lazy but rather I am not comfortable with the sterile procedure.

I recalled a less than pleasant dental visit incident four years ago. After the regular dental treatment session which involve polishing and regular cleaning, I succumbed to high fever for almost four days.

The doctor said I had minor blood infection, I was more inclined to believe that it got to do with the dental procedure because there were some bleeding in my gum during the treatment. Well, I am not in a position to be one hundred percent sure that it was cause by the oral cleaning though.

Check out this article on the possibility of the link between cancer and root canal dental procedure. I won't be surprised about this because blood contamination is one of the most dangerous and surest way to contract diseases.

Treat Chicken Pox and Shingles Effectively

Both chicken pox and shingles are highly contagious viral conditions that are characterized by painful skin rash. Caused by the herpes virus, the earliest symptoms of both conditions include headache, fever, a general feeling of malaise, sore throat and swelling of the face.

Treatment for both conditions is available in the form of Acyclovir tablets.

What is Acyclovir?

Acyclovir belongs to a family of drugs known as guanosine analogue antiviral drugs. Its one of the most commonly used treatment options for treating shingles and chickenpox. The development of this medication heralded a new era in antiviral therapy. Its selective action and its low levels of toxicity with respect to cells, has made it the recommended treatment option for shingles and chicken pox.

How Does Acyclovir Work?

To understand the working of Acyclovir, it's a good idea to understand how the herpes viruses work in the body. The virus acts in the body by multiplying through replication. As the virus cells begin multiplying, it spreads through the body. The intake of Acyclovir helps arrest the reproduction of the virus, limiting its spread to a particular part of your body. Basically, it stops the virus from spreading all over your body.

When you take in Acyclovir, it inhibits the functioning of those enzymes that the herpes virus uses for replication. This means that the virus can no longer multiply. As the spread of virus stops, so does the spread of its symptoms. This also helps reduce the severity of the symptoms.

Treatment with Acyclovir

Aciclovir is a prescription medication available in dosages of 200mg, 400mg and 800mg. The doctor will take cognizance of your current intake of medications and existing health condition(s) before prescribing the appropriate dosage. Typically, the medication is prescribed at the first sign of an infection. This medication needs to be taken orally with a glass of water and can be taken with or without food. Some people, prescribed Acyclovir have noticed that there is a reduction in the side effects if it's taken with food; especially side effects like stomach upset, diarrhoea and nausea. Chicken pox and shingles can be effectively treated with Valtrex also.

Side Effects of Acyclovir

The use of Acyclovir tablets may cause certain side effects. The nature of the side effects and their severity might be different in different people. Patients taking this medication sometimes suffer from digestive side effects like vomiting, nausea and diarrhoea. Other side effects also include headache, memory loss, fatigue, pain in the legs, sore throat, and swelling of the hands and feet. If you suffer from a side effect that becomes bothersome, it's important that you seek immediate medical help.

The effect of Acyclovir on unborn babies has not yet been understood clearly. So, pregnant women are advised not to take this medication. Also, you might experience a significant improvement in your condition before you complete the recommended dosage. But, it's important that you complete the prescribed dosage and not leave it midway. If you do, it might lead to some complications later on.

Hayden Eck writes articles on various health topics like Sexual Health Treatment and its supplements, which can be treated effectively with like: Valtrex Valaciclovir and Aciclovir Tablets also known as Acyclovir.

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