Dec 27

FIGHTING INFECTIOUS DISEASES: BIOTERRORISM – NEW GLOBAL THREAT

As our understanding of the increasing threat from infectious disease grows, so does the potential for misuse and abuse of these germs as agents of warfare. The idea of using infectious microorganisms in war is not new. In fact, in the English wars with Native Americans, blankets impregnated with scabs from patients with smallpox were traded to Native Americans in hopes of causing disease among recipients. In the 1980s, a large community outbreak of salmonellosis in Oregon was believed to originate in intentional contamination of salad bars in multiple restaurants, carried out by followers of an extremist religious group.
The threat of delivering a lethal load of anthrax and other highly virulent, deadly strains of microorganisms in the warheads of missiles is a topic of much discussion among today’s world leaders. Fortunately, most experts believe that the number of biological agents that could be used as weapons is small, and thus the threat of such an invasion may not be great. Others worry that the threat is real; national anti-bio terrorism programs are ready for implementation. The chilling specter of whole populations wiped out by exposure to quick-acting deadly pathogens is something that disease experts find difficult to contemplate.
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FIGHTING INFECTIOUS DISEASES: BIOTERRORISM – NEW GLOBAL THREATAs our understanding of the increasing threat from infectious disease grows, so does the potential for misuse and abuse of these germs as agents of warfare. The idea of using infectious microorganisms in war is not new. In fact, in the English wars with Native Americans, blankets impregnated with scabs from patients with smallpox were traded to Native Americans in hopes of causing disease among recipients. In the 1980s, a large community outbreak of salmonellosis in Oregon was believed to originate in intentional contamination of salad bars in multiple restaurants, carried out by followers of an extremist religious group.The threat of delivering a lethal load of anthrax and other highly virulent, deadly strains of microorganisms in the warheads of missiles is a topic of much discussion among today’s world leaders. Fortunately, most experts believe that the number of biological agents that could be used as weapons is small, and thus the threat of such an invasion may not be great. Others worry that the threat is real; national anti-bio terrorism programs are ready for implementation. The chilling specter of whole populations wiped out by exposure to quick-acting deadly pathogens is something that disease experts find difficult to contemplate.*24/277/5*

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Dec 19

DRUGS FOR INSOMNIA: THE BENZODIAZEPINES – TRIAZOLAM CHEMICAL NAME

Triazolam
Brand Name
Halcion
Be Aware That:
* Long-term use of triazolam at unusually high dosages, or even at recommended-dosage levels, can cause physical addiction. Anyone who has a history of drug addiction or alcoholism may be at a greater risk of becoming physically addicted to triazolam.
* Taking triazolam with alcohol or other sedatives can cause extreme, even fatal, side effects. Because triazolam by itself may cause drowsiness, you should be careful when driving, operating machinery, or doing tasks that require concentration.
*You should not suddenly stop taking triazolam, since this may cause withdrawal symptoms, such as convulsions, vomiting, muscle cramps, and sweating. Withdrawal from this drug should occur only under your doctor’s supervision.
Tell The Doctor If:
*You have any reason to suspect you are allergic to triazolam.
*You have a history of drug or alcohol addiction.
*You are taking any prescription or over-the-counter drugs.
*You have kidney or liver disease.
*You have acute narrow-angle glaucoma.
*You are pregnant (or think you possibly might be). Pregnant women should not use triazolam, because of the potential risks to the unborn baby. Triazolam is not recommended for nursing mothers.
Watch Out For:
Drowsiness, fatigue, memory loss, and loss of coordination. Make sure you notify your physician if any of these side effects occurs. In addition, there have been reports of vivid dreams associated with the benzodiazepine class of drugs.
The Drug May Interact With:
* Alcohol, monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, narcotics, barbiturates and other antidepressants, causing potentially dangerous side effects.
The Drug’s Usual Dosage:
Initially, for ADULTS: 0.25 to 0.5 mg before bedtime. For the ELDERLY, initially: 0.125 mg at bedtime; later this dosage may be increased if necessary to 0.25 mg. All dosages to be established by your doctor.
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DRUGS FOR INSOMNIA: THE BENZODIAZEPINES – TRIAZOLAMCHEMICAL NAMETriazolamBrand NameHalcionBe Aware That:* Long-term use of triazolam at unusually high dosages, or even at recommended-dosage levels, can cause physical addiction. Anyone who has a history of drug addiction or alcoholism may be at a greater risk of becoming physically addicted to triazolam.* Taking triazolam with alcohol or other sedatives can cause extreme, even fatal, side effects. Because triazolam by itself may cause drowsiness, you should be careful when driving, operating machinery, or doing tasks that require concentration.*You should not suddenly stop taking triazolam, since this may cause withdrawal symptoms, such as convulsions, vomiting, muscle cramps, and sweating. Withdrawal from this drug should occur only under your doctor’s supervision.Tell The Doctor If:*You have any reason to suspect you are allergic to triazolam.*You have a history of drug or alcohol addiction.*You are taking any prescription or over-the-counter drugs.*You have kidney or liver disease.*You have acute narrow-angle glaucoma.*You are pregnant (or think you possibly might be). Pregnant women should not use triazolam, because of the potential risks to the unborn baby. Triazolam is not recommended for nursing mothers.Watch Out For:Drowsiness, fatigue, memory loss, and loss of coordination. Make sure you notify your physician if any of these side effects occurs. In addition, there have been reports of vivid dreams associated with the benzodiazepine class of drugs.The Drug May Interact With:* Alcohol, monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, narcotics, barbiturates and other antidepressants, causing potentially dangerous side effects.The Drug’s Usual Dosage:Initially, for ADULTS: 0.25 to 0.5 mg before bedtime. For the ELDERLY, initially: 0.125 mg at bedtime; later this dosage may be increased if necessary to 0.25 mg. All dosages to be established by your doctor.*316\226\8*

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Dec 11

THE CANDIDA-ASTHMA CONNECTION: TREATMENT OF CANDIDA ALLERGY

Symptoms of allergy to Candida albicans are similar to those of allergies to moulds and fungi with one exception: the so called ‘die-off reaction which can occur when first starting anti-fungal therapy with nystatin can last a lot longer and be so severe as to impede treatment if a Candida infection is present at the same time. This is because, when anti-fungal treatment begins, dying Candida organisms are sometimes re-absorbed and, because they change and release toxins, they cause a worsening of the symptoms.
If the patient is allergic to moulds, the reaction will be more severe and last longer. In addition, treatment to desensitise or neutralise any allergy to moulds, fungi or Candida may actually cause a reaction instead of alleviating the symptoms. It is therefore important to know whether someone is allergic or not. Often we then choose to separate any desensitising or neutralising drops so the moulds are kept out of them. Then, after the anti-fungals have done their job, the vaccine for moulds is either added to the existing one, or a new one is made up and administered. Another way to circumvent this problem is to use homeopathic preparations for the allergies as well as Candida. Yet another way to minimise the die-off reaction is to use a nystatin retention enema.
The ‘die-off’ reaction, also known as ‘Herxheimer’s', can make you feel unwell for a few days or, in some cases, a couple of weeks, because Candida organisms open up and release toxins as they die. Another reason for experiencing a reaction is that you may be allergic to Candida fungi. In fact, the die-off reaction is helpful in alerting your doctor to this possibility so that he or she will take the appropriate steps to test and treat the allergies. In some cases the side effects are caused by an allergic response to the dying organisms. Decreasing the dose of medication may be the answer during this period. In other cases anti-allergic measures need to be taken. A nystatin retention enema is usually the best treatment, although your doctor may intervene with other measures in some special cases. Drinking lots of fluids also helps. During the first few days you are also suffering withdrawal from foods to which you are addicted and symptoms, especially the emotional ones, flare up.
Nystatin Retention Enemas
The following recommendations are for otherwise healthy adults. They would need to vary considerably if applied to children or individuals with severe illnesses. As always, the procedure should be under some professional supervision. If one is severely constipated a normal laxative enema, available in most pharmacies, should be used first. In other cases simple laxatives may be used.
Mix a quarter teaspoon of natural sea salt with a quarter teaspoon of pure nystatin powder in a cup of tepid pure or filtered water. Add one drop of tea tree oil and one small teaspoon of a suitable probiotic (lactobacillus acidophilus).
Allow the liquid to cool to body temperature.
Insert the nozzle while lying on your back and gently squeeze the enema bag to ensure the fluid enters your body.
Remove the enema nozzle, roll on to your left side and remain like that for roughly five minutes. This will allow the fluid to pass to the left side of your colon.
Change position and lie on your back again but prop your buttocks up on a couple of pillows so that the liquid travels to the mid-colon.
Get up and walk around and sit for a few minutes. The solution will now get down to the right side of the colon.
Retain the liquid for as long as is comfortable and evacuate when you feel you have to.
This procedure is also useful in killing any Candida organism in the areas of contact, and it can make a lot of difference in some cases.
If the urge to expel the enema solution occurs too soon, try breathing very fast through your nose, using your abdominal muscles to exert the pressure. This is sometimes helpful in breaking up gas bubbles and allows the temporary spasm to pass.
Of course, the knowledge of an existing allergy or intolerance to Candida or moulds is also useful in monitoring the usefulness or otherwise of treatment. Sometimes people are treated just with a diet and supplements. This may or may not be enough. If it is not, then the patient will react when starting the mould desensitising procedures, a clear sign that the infection has not been successfully treated yet. You can then persevere with the original treatment for a longer period, changing the remedy (often to a homeopathic one), or use an anti-fungal such as nystatin.
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THE CANDIDA-ASTHMA CONNECTION: TREATMENT OF CANDIDA ALLERGYSymptoms of allergy to Candida albicans are similar to those of allergies to moulds and fungi with one exception: the so called ‘die-off reaction which can occur when first starting anti-fungal therapy with nystatin can last a lot longer and be so severe as to impede treatment if a Candida infection is present at the same time. This is because, when anti-fungal treatment begins, dying Candida organisms are sometimes re-absorbed and, because they change and release toxins, they cause a worsening of the symptoms.If the patient is allergic to moulds, the reaction will be more severe and last longer. In addition, treatment to desensitise or neutralise any allergy to moulds, fungi or Candida may actually cause a reaction instead of alleviating the symptoms. It is therefore important to know whether someone is allergic or not. Often we then choose to separate any desensitising or neutralising drops so the moulds are kept out of them. Then, after the anti-fungals have done their job, the vaccine for moulds is either added to the existing one, or a new one is made up and administered. Another way to circumvent this problem is to use homeopathic preparations for the allergies as well as Candida. Yet another way to minimise the die-off reaction is to use a nystatin retention enema.The ‘die-off’ reaction, also known as ‘Herxheimer’s', can make you feel unwell for a few days or, in some cases, a couple of weeks, because Candida organisms open up and release toxins as they die. Another reason for experiencing a reaction is that you may be allergic to Candida fungi. In fact, the die-off reaction is helpful in alerting your doctor to this possibility so that he or she will take the appropriate steps to test and treat the allergies. In some cases the side effects are caused by an allergic response to the dying organisms. Decreasing the dose of medication may be the answer during this period. In other cases anti-allergic measures need to be taken. A nystatin retention enema is usually the best treatment, although your doctor may intervene with other measures in some special cases. Drinking lots of fluids also helps. During the first few days you are also suffering withdrawal from foods to which you are addicted and symptoms, especially the emotional ones, flare up.Nystatin Retention EnemasThe following recommendations are for otherwise healthy adults. They would need to vary considerably if applied to children or individuals with severe illnesses. As always, the procedure should be under some professional supervision. If one is severely constipated a normal laxative enema, available in most pharmacies, should be used first. In other cases simple laxatives may be used.Mix a quarter teaspoon of natural sea salt with a quarter teaspoon of pure nystatin powder in a cup of tepid pure or filtered water. Add one drop of tea tree oil and one small teaspoon of a suitable probiotic (lactobacillus acidophilus).Allow the liquid to cool to body temperature.Insert the nozzle while lying on your back and gently squeeze the enema bag to ensure the fluid enters your body.Remove the enema nozzle, roll on to your left side and remain like that for roughly five minutes. This will allow the fluid to pass to the left side of your colon.Change position and lie on your back again but prop your buttocks up on a couple of pillows so that the liquid travels to the mid-colon.Get up and walk around and sit for a few minutes. The solution will now get down to the right side of the colon.Retain the liquid for as long as is comfortable and evacuate when you feel you have to.This procedure is also useful in killing any Candida organism in the areas of contact, and it can make a lot of difference in some cases.If the urge to expel the enema solution occurs too soon, try breathing very fast through your nose, using your abdominal muscles to exert the pressure. This is sometimes helpful in breaking up gas bubbles and allows the temporary spasm to pass.Of course, the knowledge of an existing allergy or intolerance to Candida or moulds is also useful in monitoring the usefulness or otherwise of treatment. Sometimes people are treated just with a diet and supplements. This may or may not be enough. If it is not, then the patient will react when starting the mould desensitising procedures, a clear sign that the infection has not been successfully treated yet. You can then persevere with the original treatment for a longer period, changing the remedy (often to a homeopathic one), or use an anti-fungal such as nystatin.*59\145\2*

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Oct 6

THE BRAIN

The brain is a marvellous organ and a great gift from the Creator. We would be lost without it; we could not plan, carry out or complete anything. So we have every reason to be grateful for it every day of our life. If a person voluntarily abstains from food or is made to go hungry, and as a result loses a great deal of weight, the weight loss in the spinal cord and in the brain is hardly notice­able. The fact that everything else is affected first shows the import­ance of the brain as the control centre of most other processes in the body.

A good illustration of the human brain is that of the walnut. The hard shell can be compared to the cranium. The two-lobed seed resembles the cerebrum, and the skin, which peels off easily in freshly picked nuts, may be likened to the meninges. At the back of the head, between the spinal cord and the brain, lies the cerebellum, which is approximately the size of an orange.
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Oct 6

CHECKLIST FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFLUENZA – 4

After the illness has passed, we must direct our attention to the follow-up treatment, being mindful that the period of conva­lescence should not be short. Even though the acute symptoms have subsided, we should still apply physiotherapy. Also, continue taking diuretic or excretory medicines even if the fever has sub­sided. This will eliminate all of the accumulated toxins so that no damage elsewhere in the body is possible.

Every bout of flu should receive follow-up treatment. In fact, with any infectious disease it is advisable to continue the treatment conscientiously until the patient has fully recovered. This is the only way to prevent after effects, which can be much more unpleasant than you think. If you become impatient, just remember that you remain prone to contracting a new infection until all vestiges of the last one have been eliminated during convalescence.
*94/28/1*
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Jun 4

JUICE FASTING: HOW SAFE IS IT?

This actually happened in England. A broken-hearted 50 year-old man, whose wife left him for a younger lover, decided to end it all by starving himself to death. He ran away into high mountains, abstained from all eating, contemplating his broken marriage and occasionally sipping fresh water from the mountain springs. He expected to expire in a few days. But to his surprise, the desired death would just not come. In fact, he noticed with dismay, that as the days went by, he felt better and stronger.
The end of the story is that in due time – after 74 days in the wilderness without food – the man finally changed his mind (fasting does improve mental capacity and contributes to a logical and clear thinking!), feeling that she wasn’t worth killing himself for, after all, that certainly there must be other women in this world. He returned to civilization and lived happily for another 30 years – with a new wife!
I know personally of a young man of 27 in Sweden who fasted 143 days. No, it wasn’t an anti-Vietnam demonstration, but to “cleanse, regenerate and rejuvenate his body and mind” (as many great philosophers, including Plato and Socrates, did in the past). And he lived to tell about his experience in a book called “Man Who Ate His Muscles.”
One 54-year old Scottish woman fasted 249 days on juices and not only did she not harm herself, but she lost 74 pounds and got rid of her Painful arthritis, as a pleasant side effect!
I have supervised hundreds of fasts in Europe, the U.S., Canada and Mexico and have seen most remarkable results in recovery from a great variety of ills. Many of my patients fasted up to 40 days and, almost without exception, all have told me that they felt stronger and had more vitality after the fast than before it – in addition to the fact that most of their symptoms of ill health had completely vanished during the fast.
Miss B.B. fasted for her heart condition and many vague but persistent symptoms of aging – she was well over 70. She amazed the whole Spa by increasing her daily walking distance, until at the end of her 40-day fast (she called it “40 days and 40 nights”) she walked 5 miles a day. Although she did experience a few so-called fasting crises during her long fast (caused by accelerated elimination of accumulated wastes from her body) she felt healthier and stronger on the 40th day than she did on the 1st day of fasting. And you should have heard the ovation she received from the Spa guests when she finally broke her fast.
So, to answer the question “Is fasting safe,” I can truthfully say – after studying fasting for 30 years with some of the greatest fasting specialists in the world (Dr. Are Waerland, Dr. Ragnar Berg, Dr. Otto Buchinger, Jr., etc.) and evaluating their results as well as my own experience with hundreds of patients – that fasting is not only the most effective healing method known to man, but also the safest.
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Jun 4

WHAT IS SEXUAL STYLE?

It consists of your thoughts and feelings about sex, what arouses you and what doesn’t, and your actual sex activity. Although each person’s sex life is uniquely shaped by family, social, religious, and other influences, much of what we think, feel, and do sexually is not unique – other men and women share the same pattern. Each sexual style is the sum of those common attitudes and behaviors.
We discovered, for example, one sexual style we call The Pansexual. The men and women in this group are generally happy and take sex in many forms. One American in five is pansexual.
At the other end of the sexual spectrum, there’s The Nonsexual. This is the style of one person in seven. They are unhappy in most aspects of their lives, and they dislike their bodies. No sort of sexual stimulation arouses them; they have a low sex drive.
Parade’s survey revealed other surprising findings:
•   Men and women are more alike sexually than they are different. Up to now, most sex researchers treated men and women almost as two distinct species.
•   Age does not dictate sexual style. In fact, once you adopt a certain sexual behavior, you may respond to sex that way for the rest of your life.
•   Neither religious devotion, nor marital status, nor political leaning powerfully influences how you take your sex, although each factor may exert some influence.
•   Homosexuals may not be as aroused by traditional foreplay (such as kissing, hugging, and touching) as heterosexuals are. Homosexuals are more likely to be aroused by extremely erotic behavior. Eleven percent of the men and women in our sample had had some homosexual experience.
*114/266/5*
GENERAL HEALTH
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May 21

CHILD’S HEALTH/SKIN DISORDERS: NAPPY RASH CAUSE AND CLINICAL FEATURES

Nappy rash is common and may occur despite the most careful attention to your baby. Almost all children get nappy rash at some stage if they wear nappies. In cultures where nappies are not worn, nappy rash is unheard of. Cloth nappies tend to cause fewer problems than disposables, which do not let air circulate. Plastic pants should not be used if possible, for the same reason.

Cause

Various factors combine to cause nappy rash. The main cause is prolonged contact of a wet or dirty nappy with the baby’s skin. Ammonia may be released from the urine and this further irritates the skin. The use of plastic pants may make the rash worse because air cannot reach the skin, and as a result of this moisture is retained. Associated conditions such as eczema or thrush (Candida albicans) may make the rash worse.

Clinical features

The skin in the nappy region looks red and sore. Some areas of skin may be raised or swollen and there may even be ulcers present. Skin folds are usually not involved because they are protected from exposure to urine. The rash may cause discomfort or pain, which may make the baby irritable and he may cry more.

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May 19

FEEDING: DECIDING NOT TO BREASTFEED

In recent years there has been a trend back to breastfeeding. Sometimes the pressure placed upon new mothers to breastfeed can be very strong. Although the advantages of breastfeeding seem clear, if you choose to bottle-feed, you can rest assured that your baby will not suffer. The most important thing is that you and your partner feel comfortable with whichever method you choose for feeding your baby. Attempting to breastfeed when you have real difficulties or clearly do not enjoy it will only make you edgy and irritable, and you will communicate these feelings to your baby. Feeding is a time for closeness, where a special relationship develops between parent and baby. It is an opportunity for both to relax and enjoy each other’s company. If you decide not to breastfeed, whatever the reason, you can still achieve this closeness if you make the effort to regard feeding as a ‘special’ time together rather than just a chore. Bottle-feeding is discussed in more detail later in this chapter.

PREPARATION FOR BREASTFEEDING

If you decide that you would like to breastfeed, no preparation is necessary during pregnancy. In particular, there is no need to use special creams to make your nipples tougher, nor should you try to express colostrum before the birth of your baby. If your breasts become bigger during pregnancy, you may need to buy a comfortable maternity bra to give you added support.

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May 18

YOUR MARITAL HEALTH/GETTING FIXED UP SEXUALLY: BUILDING THE SEXUAL VOCABULARY

Many of the couples lacked effective verbal communication skills regarding sex. “I want to tell her to suck me down there, but it sounds dirty,” said the husband. “I hate the sound of that,” answered his wife. “It just sounds crude.” To help with this problem, couples are asked to play the sexual-synonym game. They write down all the words for the genitals, breasts, and intercourse that they can think of and talk about them. This exercise helps in the building of a marital sexual vocabulary, not to mention the fun of the marriage. “She said her synonym for penis was ‘Richard’ because the word ‘dick’ was too dirty,” said the husband, laughing. “Right,” said his wife. “But I really broke up when you called cunnilingus ‘eating at the Y.’ ”

“Okay,” responded the husband. “You want to reveal your creative name for the penis and the testicles? It is really quite artistic. She called them the light tower on the rocks.”

This banter came from the same couple who weeks earlier could not discuss sex in other than the most cryptic of terms.

Sometimes spouses became trapped in projected roles, seeing themselves in ways they feel they must behave rather than allowing themselves to change and develop sexually. “She would never in a million years say the F word,” said the husband. “I would, too,” answered his wife. “The trouble is, you use it too much and always in anger.” By talking about such differences and perhaps false expectations and assigned roles, years of barriers to sexual expression can begin to fall.

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