Saturday, April 9, 2016

Medical Malpractice

This article in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) is the best article I have ever seen written in the published literature documenting the tragedy of the traditional medical paradigm.
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This information is a followup of the Institute of Medicine report which hit the papers in December of last year, but the data was hard to reference as it was not in peer-reviewed journal. Now it is published in JAMA which is the most widely circulated medical periodical in the world.
The author is Dr. Barbara Starfield of the Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health and she desribes how the US health care system may contribute to poor health.
ALL THESE ARE DEATHS PER YEAR:

12,000 -- unnecessary surgery
7,000 -- medication errors in hospitals
20,000 -- other errors in hospitals
80,000 -- infections in hospitals
106,000 -- non-error, negative effects of drugs

These total to 225,000 deaths per year from iatrogenic causes!!

What does the word iatrogenic mean? This term is defined as induced in a patient by a physician's activity, manner, or therapy. Used especially of a complication of treatment.
Dr. Starfield offers several warnings in interpreting these numbers:

First, most of the data are derived from studies in hospitalized patients.
Second, these estimates are for deaths only and do not include negative effects that are associated with disability or discomfort.
Third, the estimates of death due to error are lower than those in the IOM report.

If the higher estimates are used, the deaths due to iatrogenic causes would range from 230,000 to 284,000. In any case, 225,000 deaths per year constitutes the third leading cause of death in the United States, after deaths from heart disease and cancer. Even if these figures are overestimated, there is a wide margin between these numbers of deaths and the next leading cause of death (cerebrovascular disease).
Another analysis concluded that between 4% and 18% of consecutive patients experience negative effects in outpatient settings,with:

116 million extra physician visits
77 million extra prescriptions
17 million emergency department visits
8 million hospitalizations
3 million long-term admissions
199,000 additional deaths
$77 billion in extra costs

The high cost of the health care system is considered to be a deficit, but seems to be tolerated under the assumption that better health results from more expensive care.
However, evidence from a few studies indicates that as many as 20% to 30% of patients receive inappropriate care.
An estimated 44,000 to 98,000 among them die each year as a result of medical errors.
This might be tolerated if it resulted in better health, but does it? Of 13 countries in a recent comparison, the United States ranks an average of 12th (second from the bottom) for 16 available health indicators. More specifically, the ranking of the US on several indicators was:

13th (last) for low-birth-weight percentages
13th for neonatal mortality and infant mortality overall
11th for postneonatal mortality
13th for years of potential life lost (excluding external causes)
11th for life expectancy at 1 year for females, 12th for males
10th for life expectancy at 15 years for females, 12th for males
10th for life expectancy at 40 years for females, 9th for males
7th for life expectancy at 65 years for females, 7th for males
3rd for life expectancy at 80 years for females, 3rd for males
10th for age-adjusted mortality

The poor performance of the US was recently confirmed by a World Health Organization study, which used different data and ranked the United States as 15th among 25 industrialized countries.
There is a perception that the American public "behaves badly" by smoking, drinking, and perpetrating violence." However the data does not support this assertion.

The proportion of females who smoke ranges from 14% in Japan to 41% in Denmark; in the United States, it is 24% (fifth best). For males, the range is from 26% in Sweden to 61% in Japan; it is 28% in the United States (third best).
The US ranks fifth best for alcoholic beverage consumption.
The US has relatively low consumption of animal fats (fifth lowest in men aged 55-64 years in 20 industrialized countries) and the third lowest mean cholesterol concentrations among men aged 50 to 70 years among 13 industrialized countries.

These estimates of death due to error are lower than those in a recent Institutes of Medicine report, and if the higher estimates are used, the deaths due to iatrogenic causes would range from 230,000 to 284,000.
Even at the lower estimate of 225,000 deaths per year, this constitutes the third leading cause of death in the US, following heart disease and cancer.
Lack of technology is certainly not a contributing factor to the US's low ranking.

Among 29 countries, the United States is second only to Japan in the availability of magnetic resonance imaging units and computed tomography scanners per million population. 17
Japan, however, ranks highest on health, whereas the US ranks among the lowest.
It is possible that the high use of technology in Japan is limited to diagnostic technology not matched by high rates of treatment, whereas in the US, high use of diagnostic technology may be linked to more treatment.
Supporting this possibility are data showing that the number of employees per bed (full-time equivalents) in the United States is highest among the countries ranked, whereas they are very low in Japan, far lower than can be accounted for by the common practice of having family members rather than hospital staff provide the amenities of hospital care.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Whole Food Supplements

Believe it or not, your multivitamin could be causing more harm than good.

All multivitamins are not created equal!

If you shop for your supplements at the supermarket or supplement discount stores, chances are you are buying cheap synthetic isolates.
Millions of Americans faithfully take their vitamins day in and day out for years, only to suffer and sometimes die from degenerative diseases.

You see, isolated vitamins are partial vitamins, combined with chemicals and dyes. They're a cheap alternative to real, whole, complete food.

There are four major problems with synthetic vitamins:

LACK SYNERGY - God intended for you to consume food in WHOLE form because all the vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and enzymes work synergistically to give your body the nutrition it requires for optimal health.
INFERIOR ABSORPTION - Your body only absorbs a small percentage of synthetic vitamins and minerals, and it uses even less.
INCONSISTENCY - Synthetic vitamins often give you massive quantities of some nutrients (usually the most inexpensive ones) and insufficient quantities of others, not the natural balance found in food.
SIDE EFFECTS - You can experience side effects of synthetic isolates from the additives and the unnatural state of the synthetic supplement.

"Many companies selling vitamins are only doing so to make money. There are many grades of individual vitamins. Most companies use the cheapest grades available. These inexpensive "vitamins" in many cases are chemically produced and are not natural. Most vitamin pills have vitamins and minerals in a proportion never found in nature. . . Whole food supplements simply take organically produced vegetables and fruits and concentrate them into a convenient tablet that you can take. When you take a whole food supplement you are getting all the vitamins and minerals in the proportion that nature intended."

-Kevin Trudeau
Natural Cures They Don't Want You To Know About

So, why not just eat all-natural whole foods?

That's an excellent question, and one you deserve an answer to.
Ideally it is best to receive all your nutrition from high quality unprocessed foods. Unfortunately, if you're like most people, you may find it impossible to eat right 100% of the time.
So, in recommending a high-quality whole-food supplement, please remember that these nutritional supplements complement the food you eat. They do not take the place of a healthy diet of organic foods.
But even if you do well with your diet choices, another factor involves the actual food supply itself. A number of carefully controlled studies have provided startling evidence that by the time the food reaches your table, serious nutrient content could already be lost. Some estimates report the nutrient value lost at over 50%!
This is largely the result of conventional farming methods that rely heavily on chemical fertilizers and pesticides which deplete the soil of nutrients that must be absorbed by plants in order to be passed on to you.
To make matters worse, it's likely you further deplete the nutrients in your food by the way you prepare it. For most food, cooking it will seriously impair its nutritional value.

"There is no way that you can get all the nutrients you need by eating food. You would have to eat ten to twenty times the amount of food as you are now, and it would all have to be organic for you to meet your minimum nutritional needs."

-Kevin Trudeau
Natural Cures They Don't Want You To Know About

So what should I look for in a whole-food supplement?

Another good question.

A good whole-food supplement should contain concentrated plants (fruits and vegetables), sea plants, herbs, enzymes, probiotics and trace minerals.

These components will naturally address each person's nutritional deficiencies, which are the underlying cause of most all health problems. By correcting your personal vitamin and mineral deficiencies, you will radically improve your overall health. Not only will you find health problems reduced, but your body strengthened to prevent new problems from appearing.

"Simply taking a whole-food supplement can reduce or eliminate your nutritional deficiencies. When this happens you can virtually cure yourself of every disease. It is my contention that all diseases are caused by the same things, one of which is nutritional deficiencies. If you solve the nutritional deficiencies your body has the ability to heal itself. . . However, it can't heal itself or has a harder time healing itself if it is nutritionally deficient. When your body is nutritionally deficient you succumb to viruses and bacteria you pick up and your body begins to break down in the genetically weak areas. Therefore, it is vital to eliminate or reduce your nutritional deficiencies. Whole-food supplements are a good solution."

-Kevin Trudeau
Natural Cures They Don't Want You To Know About

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Sunday, April 3, 2016

Coral Calcium Health benefits

Coral Calcium

The island of Okinawa has Japan's highest proportion of people over the age of 100.

Why do they live so long?

Scientists have suggested that a major factor responsible for their good health may be due to the fact that they drink water that has flowed through the island's fossilized coral, which is a rich source of calcium and trace minerals.
By now, we all know the basic benefits of calcium. We've had it drummed into our heads by the Dairy Council of America! Calcium helps give us strong teeth, bones, hair and nails.

Calcium is needed by every cell in our bodies! Next to water and air, the most common substance in your body is calcium.

Calcium is one of the most important minerals for maintaining overall health. Unfortunately almost every person is deficient in this vital nutrient.
To make matters worse, many of the items we consume regularly, like soft drinks and coffee, block calcium absorption.
When your body is low in calcium, it affects everything else. Bringing your calcium up to healthy levels, dramatically improves health, including:

Stronger bones & teeth
Healthier hair and nails
Helps prevent osteoporosis
Keeps your muscles, nerves and blood working properly
Dramatically speeds healing
Increases weight loss
Relieves PMS symptoms
Helps prevent the 200 other diseases linked to calcium deficiencies

In addition to the benefits of calcium, in general, I want to discuss 4 benefits of coral calcium, specifically.

1) Coral Calcium Contains 70+ Trace Minerals

Calcium needs to work with at least eight trace minerals in order to help your body. We believe it makes much more sense to take coral calcium, which already contains these trace minerals, than to try to get those trace minerals separately from diet or another supplement.

2) Increased Absorption of Coral Calcium

Unfortunately most synthetic calcium supplements do not manage to reach the cells in your body where they can be efficiently utilized. When minerals are digested and absorbed, one mineral can be antagonistic to the action of another, making it difficult to achieve the correct mineral balance. Fortunately, the coral has already successfully completed this job for you. Therefore coral calcium delivers the calcium and other minerals to your body in the optimum ratio for absorbability.
A Japanese study published in 1999 compared the levels of calcium in two groups of people, one taking coral calcium and the other a standard calcium supplement. Blood tests taken four hours after consumption showed that the calcium levels in the coral calcium group were up to twice the level of those taking ordinary calcium.

3) Coral Calcium Helps Weight Loss

We would love to give you the news that one of the benefits of coral calcium is that you will slim down automatically, without any effort. However, there is no such thing as a 'magic bullet' for weight loss. But, recent studies by the U.S. National Institutes of Health showed that those who were overweight tended to eat smaller amounts of calcium. Whereas those who lost a lot of weight, ate the most calcium. So if you're trying to lose weight, consuming more calcium may help with your weight loss. The NIH still has more studies to conduct, but the initial results are promising.

4) Coral Calcium Improves Your Internal Acid/Alkaline Balance

When you're a child, your body naturally maintains a perfect pH balance. But age coupled with a poor diet, a reliance on highly processed foods that are low in trace minerals, inadequate water intake, medication, stress and exposure to pollutants can cause severe pH imbalances. A highly acidic environment is the breeding ground for every kind of disease. Many scientists believe that acidic body fluids lead to less oxygen in your cells, and that less oxygen can cause disease and accelerated aging.

"Dr. Morter discovered one of the greatest breakthroughs for health assessment in the last 100 years. . . Dr. Morter's discovery should have won him a Nobel Prize. Dr. Morter discovered the powerful truth that when your body pH is acidic, disease such as cancer, diabetes, and MS thrive. He also discovered that when a body's pH is alkaline, diseases such as cancer CANNOT exist! Therefore, one of the most powerful and simplest ways to test your condition of health and/or propensity for disease is to check your body's pH."

-Kevin Trudeau
Natural Cures They Don't Want You To Know About

Coral calcium contains high levels of alkaline minerals which help to promote a more alkaline state. This means your body has more oxygen in its body fluids to help prevent certain diseases and the ravages of accelerated aging.

Protect yourself from disease and live longer, add CoralCal-D to your daily health regimen!

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Jaundice

Jaundice is a symptom that can develop as part of various diseases. It refers to the yellowish discoloration of the skin and whites of the eyes. This happens when levels of the chemical bilirubin increase in the bloodstream. Mild elevation in bilirubin levels causes the skin to become yellow. When bilirubin levels are very high, the skin takes on a brown or yellow hue. Jaundice can be categorized into three main types, hepatocellular, hemolytic and obstructive jaundice. Hepatocellular jaundice occurs when injury or disease affects the liver. Hemolytic jaundice develops when the breakdown of red blood cells takes place at an accelerated pace. Obstructive jaundice is the result of a blockage in the tubes that transport bile between the liver, gallbladder and small intestines. Such an obstruction does not allow the bilirubin to leave the liver and this leads to jaundice.

Symptoms of Jaundice

The most prominent of all jaundice symptoms is the yellowish staining of the skin and whites of the eyes. This discoloration first becomes discernible in the facial region and then spreads across the body. Some of the other common symptoms of jaundice include:

Tiredness
Itching
Appetite loss
Weight loss
Abdominal discomfort, in case there is obstruction of the bile duct
Nausea
Vomiting
Lethargy
Pale colored stools
Fever
Dark yellow urine
Bitter taste in the mouth

Jaundice commonly develops in babies, usually soon after birth. Infants affected with jaundice may have yellowing of the skin, but this may be difficult to identify since the skin tone of babies is different from adults. Jaundice tests are usually done 36 hours after birth. One can also tell if a baby has jaundice by gently pressing the infant's forehead. If the skin appears yellow in the area that was pressed, it is possible that the baby has jaundice. In case other symptoms such as persistent crying, listlessness and poor feeding are present, it is important for the child to receive medical care.

Causes of Jaundice

Jaundice mainly occurs when an underlying condition affects the bilirubin levels in the blood. In some cases, the liver is unable to remove bilirubin while in other cases; bilirubin may accumulate in the tissues. Some of the underlying disorders that may result in jaundice include:

Liver Inflammation: When the liver becomes inflamed, it may be unable to dispose of bilirubin.
Bile duct Inflammation: The bile duct is the tube through which bile passes. Acute inflammation of the bile duct can impede the manner in which bilirubin is secreted and removed.
Bile Duct Obstruction: The liver is unable to remove bilirubin properly when there are blockages in the bile duct.
Hemolytic Anemia: Accelerated breakdown of the red blood cells leads to increased bilirubin production
Gilbert's Syndrome: This is a condition that affects the functioning of enzymes, resulting in improper excretion of bile. Gilbert's syndrome is an inherited disorder.
Cholestasis: In this condition, the passage of bile is affected, causing it to accumulate in the liver.

Crigler-Najjar Syndrome: This is a genetic condition that affects certain enzymes that are involved in the processing of bilirubin
Dubin-Johnson Syndrome: Another inherited disorder that disrupts the removal of bilirubin from the liver cells
Pseudojaundice:This condition occurs due to an increase in beta-carotene levels. It mostly occurs due to increased consumption of foods that contain the nutrient, beta-carotene. It is a harmless condition and is not associated with high bilirubin levels.

Remedies for Jaundice

The treatment of jaundice usually begins after diagnosing the underlying cause. The treatment will then be aimed at resolving the specific cause. Jaundice that occurs due to anemia may be treated by elevating the iron levels in the blood through iron supplements or with the intake of foods rich in iron. Jaundice induced by hepatitis may be treated with anti-viral medications. Surgery may be required in cases where the condition develops as a result of blockages. In some cases, jaundice may even develop as a result of, as a side effect from certain medications. In such cases, the jaundice may be treated by altering the dosage or changing the medication.
Medical treatment however is absolutely essential, not just for the treatment, but more importantly for an accurate diagnosis of the underlying cause, so as to facilitate appropriate treatment. Home care and lifestyle modifications are however an important aspect of treatment and the recuperation process. You can also try using other natural methods that are believed to help in the treatment of jaundice, but not all of these methods have been scientifically proven, so exercise caution. Some of the most common jaundice natural remedies include:

Radish Leaves: You can extract the juice from green radish leaves and drink daily. It helps to regulate abdominal discomfort and also improves appetite. This treatment may be continued for 8 to 10 days.
Tomatoes: Add some pepper and salt to fresh tomato juice and drink every morning. Lycopene from tomatoes can help to reduce damage to the liver and even facilitate recovery.
Snake Gourd Leaves: Add some dry snake gourd leaves to boiling water. Then boil coriander seeds in water until it reduces to one third the amount. Combine both decoctions and drink thrice every day.
Almonds: Soak 7 to 8 almond kernels in water and keep overnight. Peel the almonds, grind into a paste and consume. You can also consume almonds along with dried dates and cardamoms. The dates and cardamoms should also be soaked in water for the night.
Pigeon Pea Leaves: The juice obtained from pigeon pea leaves are known to be helpful in treating jaundice. Extract the juice and drink in small doses daily.
Sugarcane Juice: Squeeze half a lime into a glass of sugarcane juice and drink twice or thrice daily. This is a popular remedy for jaundice which is known to quicken recovery. Make sure that the juice is not contaminated in any way. It is better to prepare the juice at home after cleaning the sugarcane thoroughly.
Lemon Juice: Dilute lemon juice with water and drink frequently during the day. This will help in protecting the liver cells.
Barley Water: Another hugely popular natural jaundice cure is barley water. Add a cup of barley to about three liters of water and simmer for a couple of hours. Drink this frequently during the day for relief from jaundice.
Berberis Vultaris: This herb is also known as jaundice berry and is often recommended to those suffering from jaundice. The juice or extract of the herb may be consumed daily.
Turmeric: Add a quarter teaspoon of turmeric powder to warm water and drink twice daily.
Papaya Leaves: Grind some tender papaya leaves into a paste. Combine the paste with half a teaspoon of honey and consume.
Ginger: Extract the juice from a piece of ginger, combine with lime juice and mint juice and consume several times a day.
Buttermilk: Add a pinch of roasted cumin seeds powder and some salt to buttermilk and consume. This aids in proper digestion and is beneficial for the liver.
Indian Gooseberry: A useful natural treatment for jaundice, Indian gooseberry may be consumed along with water daily.
Oregano: Add a couple of teaspoons of oregano to a cup of water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about ten minutes and then strain. Consume this regularly for relieving jaundice symptoms.

Diet for Jaundice

Proper diet and adequate rest is essential for recovery from jaundice. Here are some helpful dietary tips for those affected by jaundice:

A good intake of fluids helps to remove excess bilirubin from the body through the urine and stool. Make sure that you drink clean, uncontaminated water. Vegetable and fruit juices are also beneficial as they help to regulate the balance of electrolytes in the body. Avoid canned juices. Usually a liquid diet is recommended for the first 4 to 5 days. Alcohol should be avoided completely as it can seriously affect the liver.
Once the bilirubin levels start decreasing, light foods such as fruits, porridge and yogurt may be added to the diet. You can also consume vegetables such as spinach and carrots. Some amount of lean protein will help in recovery and hence you can also consume egg. It is advisable to divide your meals into smaller portions and eat them frequently during the day. Refrain from eating foods that are oily or spicy. Sugary foods, artificial sweeteners and caffeine should also be avoided.
As the bilirubin levels reduce to almost normal, you can add foods such as rice, lentil or fish to your diet. Ensure that no oil is used to cook foods. You can eat your fish either boiled or steamed. Avoid eating meat or poultry as it may be difficult to digest.
Once the symptoms have subsided and you have your doctor's approval, you can eat foods cooked in olive oil. But try to avoid eating foods rich in cholesterol and those which are hard to digest. The body needs time to regain its normal functioning.

Suggestion for Jaundice

The best way to prevent jaundice in babies it to ensure that they are fed sufficiently. Babies that are breast-fed should get 8 to 12 feedings daily for the initial few days after birth. In case of babies that are formula-fed, one to two ounces given every couple of hours is recommended during the first week after birth.

References

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Sharma J, Gairola S, Gaur RD, Painuli RM. The treatment of jaundice with medicinal plants in indigenous communities of the Sub-Himalayan region of Uttarakhand, India. J Ethnopharmacol. 2012 Aug 30;143(1):262-91. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2012.06.034. Epub 2012 Jul 1. PubMed PMID: 22759701.

Sunday, March 13, 2016

www.pharmadeathclock.com

Total Deaths in the united states Since January 1, 2000...

Big Pharma's chemical warfare on humanity dwarfs the number of victims killed by all world wars and acts of terrorism combined...

While drug companies profit billions, people are dying by the millions.

Chemotherapy

16,210,319

Iatrogenic Deaths

12,707,852

Hospital Errors

7,132,540

Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR)

3,404,166

Bedsores

1,864,186

Hospital Malnutrition

1,763,682

Adverse Drug Reactions

1,718,293

Medical Error

1,588,611

Hospital Infections

1,215,773

SSRIs

648,412

Surgery-Related

518,730

SuperBugs

372,837

Prescription Drugs

369,060

Drug-Resistant Streptococcus Pneumoniae

356,627

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

267,470

Opioids (pain relievers)

263,174

Clostridium Difficile (C.diff)

226,944

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)

182,933

Benzodiazepines

113,034

Anti-Depressant Overdoses

63,041

Anti-Epileptic and Anti-Parkinsonism Drugs

27,833

Extended Spectrum - Lactamase (ESBL) Producing Enterbacteriaceae

27,557

Systemic and Hematological Drugs

25,790

Anti-Psychotic and Neuroleptic Drugs

21,900

Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus

21,073

Acetaminophen-Related Deaths

15,886

Drug-Resistant Salmonella Enterica Serovar Typhi

12,319

Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE)

9,726

Multi-Drug Resistant Acinetobacter

8,105

Respiratory Drugs

7,894

Drug-Resistant Non-Typhoidal Salmonella

7,294

Clindamycin-Resistant Group B Streptococcus

7,132

Multidrug-Resistant Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

7,132

Cardiovascular Drugs

5,738

Barbiturates

4,798

Autonomic Nervous System Drugs

4,263

Anesthetics and Therapeutic Gases

3,161

Erythromycin-Resistant Group A Streptococcus (GAS)

2,593

Hormones, Insulins and Glucocorticoids

2,382

Anti-Infectives

1,847

Diuretics and Other Drugs, Medicaments, and Biological Substances

907

Drug-Resistant Shigella

648

Topical Drugs

551

Legal Abortions

162

Unintended Retention of Foreign Objects

Worldwide Deaths Since 1/1/2000...

SuperBugs

11,347,223

Opioids (includes prescription drugs & heroin)

1,799,345

Abortion Deaths

761,884

Deaths in Western Countries Since 1/1/2000...

Psychiatric Drugs (including suicides)

8,105,159

Deaths in the United Kingdom Since 1/1/2000...

Chemotherapy

243,154

References

Cause

Deaths / Year

Location

Source

Chemotherapy

1000000

USA

Saturday, April 9, 2016

These total to 225,000 deaths per year from iatrogenic causes!!

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Whole Food Supplements

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Coral Calcium

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Symptoms of Jaundice

Causes of Jaundice

Remedies for Jaundice

Diet for Jaundice

Suggestion for Jaundice

References

Sunday, March 13, 2016

Total Deaths in the united states Since January 1, 2000...

Big Pharma's chemical warfare on humanity dwarfs the number of victims killed by all world wars and acts of terrorism combined...

Worldwide Deaths Since 1/1/2000...

Deaths in Western Countries Since 1/1/2000...

Deaths in the United Kingdom Since 1/1/2000...

References

Wednesday, March 2, 2016