“One must not forget that recovery is brought about not by the physician, but by the sick man himself. He heals himself, by his own power, exactly as he walks by means of his own power, or eats, or thinks, breathes or sleeps.”
~Georg Groddeck, The Book of the It, 1923
Cuba Begins Export of Medical Product Deriving from Scorpions’ Toxin
Vidatox
HAVANA, Cuba, May 7 (acn) Cuba has begun to export Vidatox, a medical product for cancer therapy derived from a toxin found in scorpions, as announced by Jose Antonio Fraga, the director of the Havana-based Pharmaceutical and Biological Laboratory (Labiofam), which produces the medicine. Fraga explained that the substance is extracted from the Rhopalurus junceus, also known as red scorpion, which is an indigenous species of Cuba. Vidatox, it is the result of work by Cuban biologist, Misael Bordier with the venom of the blue scorpion.
VidatoxSpeaking to reporters during the inauguration of a new facility for the production of Vimang, a natural antioxidant obtained from the bark of the mango tree, Fraga highlighted the existing good prospects for the commercialization of Vidatox.
The company’s director of research and development, Isbel González, explained that Vidatox is a homeopathic preparation made from five protein peptides of low molecular weight extracted from the venom of the scorpion, and which has demonstrated an “analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor effect in more than 15 different cancer cell lines.”
According to González, Vidatox has been tested on more than 10,000 cancer patients, some 3,500 of them foreigners, and has shown “positive results”, ranging from “improved quality of life” to “slowed tumor growth”.
The medication is the result of 15 years of research, and Labiofam says that its homeopathic version has now been registered and is now being commercially produced . González added that the company would continue research to produce synthetic or biotechnological versions of the compound.
The medication was produced from over 5,000 scorpions of the Rhopalurus junceus variety, native to eastern Cuba. According to the company, it has no contraindications and is compatible with any other oncological treatment.
Labiofam’s products are already present in all continents and the group has other manufacturing plants abroad: one in China and two in Viet Nam.
The director of the institution added that Labiofam is currently working to strengthen a national program for the industrial production of dietetic supplements and natural components.
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HCG Miracle Diet 
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Why does HCG diet work?Dr. Larry’s Advanced HCG Formula is a homeopathic formulation based on over 35 years of clinical experience and combines a number of ingredients to boost metabolism and burn fat without the dangerous side effects of injectable HCG hormone. It is the safest, easiest and quickest way to lose unwanted FAT! The HCG diet mobilizes fat from your fat reserves so that you target your hips, thighs, belly and buttocks fat – losing inches of fat while retaining muscle mass. Homeopathic HCG diet is called the miracle diet because it decreases your body weight and fat while maintaining your muscle mass unlike crash diet fads.Is Dr. Larry’s Advanced HCG Formula safe? Yes -it’s extremely safe as it’s all natural homeopathic ingredients that help boost your fat burning capability while keeping your blood sugar levels in the fat burning range. Remember, proper dietary intake and exercise are necessary in all weight loss programs. No injections, just a few drops under your tongue.
What is HCG?HCG stand for “Human Chorionic Gonadotropin” which is a naturally produced hormone found in pregnant woman. HCG works on the hypothalamus controlling your metabolism. We all have a supply of HCG which diminishes as we age with the exception of pregnant women. Research has shown that HCG can help the body burn more fat especially from stored fat in the hips, belly, thighs, buttocks and other areas when combined with a low calorie diet, much more than from just calorie restriction alone.
Is HCG safe for men?Yes. HCG is naturally occurring in men as well and you don’t have to worrying about any feminizing effects.What is the difference between homeopathic HCG and injectable HCG administered by doctors.
What is the difference between Homeopathic HCG and Injectable HCG?Homeopathic HCG is much safer, less expensive and more convenient. No frequent doctor visits and no injections. HCG is taken several times a day to keep a consistent amount of HCG in your system and there is no difference in weight loss using Homeopathic HCG versus Injected HCG. Homeopathic HCG is the only legal way to be on the HCG Diet without a prescription from your doctor with frequent high-priced visits and daily injections. Homeopathic HCG is shown to be just as effective as injection method but without the high costs and without the painful injections.Who can use HCG?Anyone wanting to lose weight can use the HCG diet. We of course recommend anyone starting any weight loss or exercise program or taking any health supplements consult their doctor first.
Who should NOT use HCG?Pregnant women and nursing women should NOT use HCG. Also anyone who has cancer or has previously been diagnosed with cancer, even if in remission, should NOT use HCG.
Are there any side effects from homeopathic HCG?The main side effect is weight loss. Occasionally people beginning the diet have experienced headaches, hunger, tiredness during the first few days as the body adjusts. If you have any swelling, shortness of breath, light headedness you should consult your doctor immediately.
Does one have to follow a diet while using HCG?
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Garlic and onions have been shown to be effective in the fight against hypertension, and they combine well with the healing power of lemon. Add 3 crushed garlic cloves and 1 chopped onion to 1 quart or cold skimmed or low fat milk or soy milk. Slowly bring to the boil and let it stand for 5 minutes. Pour through a sieve and chill. Add the freshly squeezed juice of 3 lemons and sip throughout the day.
And if you suffer from high cholesterol, don’t forget that the pectin power in lemons along with its other metabolism and circulation boosting nutrients can help lower cholesterol.
Read more: http://www.beliefnet.com/Health/Physical-Health/Hidden-Health-Secrets-of-Lemons.aspx?p=11#ixzz1cFpr9ndz
Avodart (Dutasteride)
Avodart® (Dutasteride 0.5mg): The first dual-acting 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), approved by the FDA. Avodart® reduces the 2 enzymes responsible for the conversion of testosterone to DHT – which is a primary concern in hair loss. Where Propecia (Finasteride) only blocks one enzyme, by blocking both Avodart’s® result could be better. We can expect to see Avodart® officially on the market as a hair loss medication in 2006, if approved.
No word yet on Avodart® being approved for hair loss by the FDA. Avodart®, manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), was approved in February, 2002 by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as a supplemental new drug application for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate. Dutasteride was originally assigned the tentative brand (trade) name of “Duogen.” The manufacturer GSK will market this drug, indicated for the treatment of BPH, under the name “Avodart™.” The drug became available in pharmacies in December, 2002. This new medicine for these patients will improve urinary symptoms, reduce risk of acute urinary retention (AUR), also reducing the risk of the need for BPH-related surgery.
Hair Loss Issues
GSK is believed to have entered Phase III trials with Dutasteride for hair loss. Their Supplemental New Drug Application for hair loss is thought to have been submitted to the FDA sometime in 2001. Avodart™ appears to have a much greater and longer inhibition of DHT than Propecia (Finasteride) in the early testing phases. Is it better than Propecia, and are its side effects greater or more serious? These are questions that are unanswered at this time – but time will tell. It’s currently approved in a 0.5 mg softgel form.
Avodart (Dutasteride), a second-generation 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, is the first and only medicine to inhibit both the type 1 and type 2 enzymes responsible for the conversion of testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone), the primary cause of prostate growth. Dutasteride’s dual inhibition has been found to decrease levels of DHT by 90 percent at two weeks and 93 percent at two years.
By reducing DHT levels, Avodart (dutasteride reduces the size of an enlarged prostate. This reduction in prostate volume was seen as early as one month with reductions continuing through treatment. Shrinking the enlarged prostate is beneficial for relieving urinary obstruction and improving urinary flow. While improving urinary symptoms Dutasteride also reduces the risk of AUR (the sudden complete inability to urinate), and BPH-related surgery, which are two potential long-term serious consequences of BPH. The pivotal phase III study data were published in this month’s edition of the journal Urology.1
“With dutasteride, we now have a medicine that reduces the production of DHT by more than 90 percent, helping to shrink the prostate,” said Claus Roehrborn, MD, a principal trial investigator and professor and chairman of the Department of Urology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas , Texas . “By taking dutasteride, patients can improve urinary symptoms and reduce their risk of suffering from acute urinary retention – where you suddenly can’t urinate at all – or needing BPH-related prostate surgery.”
AvolveÒ , Sweden ‘s trade name for Dutasteride, was approved by the Swedish regulatory authority (MPA) on July 24th 2002 . The MPA agreed to act as the Reference Member State for the Mutual Recognition procedure within Europe and GSK plans to market the drug in all major European markets once approvals are finalized during 2003. The European trade name (Avolve) is still to be confirmed.
Dutasteride Results
These Phase II study results below are required for FDA approval. The Phase III trials for hair loss were scheduled to for March of 2003 in the US . Avodart is expected to be on the market for hair loss in 2006 if approved.
Dutastaride Phase 2 Hair Counts
After six month of treatment, the hair counts measured in a 1 inch diameter circle increased by about ~96 hairs with 0.5mg Dutasteride, compared to about ~72 hairs with 5mg Finasteride. The hair counts increased significantly with an increase in dosage with the biggest gain being ~108 hairs with a dose of 2.5mg Dutasteride. So compared to 5mg Finasteride (Proscar), 2.5 mg Avodart grew about 1.5 times as many hairs. This is why there is so much excitement surround Dutasteride. However, there are still unknown questions about increased side effects compared to Finasteride. The Phase III
Debunking the Milk Myth: Why Milk is Bad for You and Your Bones
Did you know that in Medieval England parents would tie rabbits’ feet around their babies’ necks to ward off illness? Doctors would also spit on wounds because saliva was believed to have healing properties.
Indeed, history is replete with unfounded health beliefs, and to everyone’s detriment, the milk myth is among the most tenacious.
Milk is much more than just a drink; it’s a cultural phenomenon that can be traced back thousands of years ago. And still today, the milk myth resonates loud and clear: in 2001, the average American child consumed 104 quarts of cow’s milk.
Milk depletes the calcium from your bones
The milk myth has spread around the world based on the flawed belief that this protein and calcium-rich drink is essential to support good overall health and bone health in particular at any age. It is easy to understand that the confusion about milk’s imaginary benefits stems from the fact that it contains calcium – around 300 mg per cup.
But many scientific studies have shown an assortment of detrimental health effects directly linked to milk consumption. And the most surprising link is that not only do we barely absorb the calcium in cow’s milk (especially if pasteurized), but to make matters worse, it actually increases calcium loss from the bones. What an irony this is!
Here’s how it happens. Like all animal protein, milk acidifies the body pH which in turn triggers a biological correction. You see, calcium is an excellent acid neutralizer and the biggest storage of calcium in the body is – you guessed it… in the bones. So the very same calcium that our bones need to stay strong is utilized to neutralize the acidifying effect of milk. Once calcium is pulled out of the bones, it leaves the body via the urine, so that the surprising net result after this is an actual calcium deficit.
Cow’s milk is custom-designed for calves
Thanks to our creative ingenuity and perhaps related to our ancient survival needs, we adopted the dubious habit of drinking another species’ milk. Nobody can dispute that cow’s milk is an excellent food source for calves. Weighing around 100 pounds at birth, a calf typically gains approximately eight times its weight by the time it is weaned. But unlike humans, once calves are weaned, they never drink milk again. And the same applies to every mammalian species on this planet.
Also, each mammalian species has its own “designer” milk, and cow’s milk is no exception. For example, cow’s milk contains on average three times the amount of protein than human milk which creates metabolic disturbances in humans that have detrimental bone health consequences.
It’s important to bear in mind that mother’s milk is excellent nourishment for human babies, but its composition is very different from cow’s milk.
Scientific studies show that milk increases fracture risk
Many scientific studies contradict the conventional wisdom that milk and dairy consumption help reduce osteoporotic fractures. Surprisingly, studies demonstrating that milk and dairy products actually fail to protect bones from fractures outnumber studies that prove otherwise. Even drinking milk from a young age does not protect against future fracture risk but actually increases it. Shattering the “savings account” calcium theory, Cumming and Klineberg report their study findings as follows:
“Consumption of dairy products, particularly at age 20 years, was associated with an increased risk of hip fracture in old age. (“Case-Control Study of Risk Factors for Hip Fractures in the Elderly”. American Journal of Epidemiology. Vol. 139, No. 5, 1994).
And the 12 year long Harvard Nurses’ Health Study found that those who consumed the most calcium from dairy foods broke more bones than those who rarely drank milk. This is a broad study based on 77,761 women aged 34 through 59
The best milk substitutes
My favorite milk substitute is unsweetened almond milk, not only because it is alkalizing (as almonds are), but also because it’s delicious and tastes very similar to milk. I even cook with it!
If almond milk is hard to get, you can also try rice or soy milk. I strongly suggest consuming only organic soy milk to insure it’s not made with genetically modified soy. There is also some controversy about unfermented soy products, so try to use it in moderation.
Just wanted to say that I totally agree with your article! I grew up with very little dairy products because I was slightly allergic to it. Instead I was given organic soy milk, which is delicious, to be honest. But, its not all that good for you. Recently I’ve heard that the body is unable to properly use soy, and it blocks important thyroid hormones to help your body. Last year i had part of my thyroid removed, and soy was all I drank..I’ve had issues with that all my life, so I suggest it’d be better with an almond milk or even oat milk, which is a bit uncommon but has very many heart benefits. Oat milk is amazing, tastes way better than cow’s milk. I worked in a healthfood store which is how I came to find it, I highly reccomend it. Thanks for sharing the article!