DIET AND CANCER

Cancer and cancer treatments may cause nutrition-related side effects.
The diet is an important part of cancer treatment. To ensure proper nutrition, foods that contain key nutrients (vitamins minerals, protein, carbohydrates, fat, and water)should be consumed in desirable amount. Symptoms that interfere with eating include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, mouth sores, trouble with swallowing, pain, depression , and anxiety.Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help the patient feel better and stay stronger .

Causes of Malnutrition In Cancer Patients

1.Anorexia is a common symptom in people with cancer. Anorexia may occur early in the disease or later, when the tumor grows and spreads.
2.Cachexia is a wasting syndrome that causes weakness and a loss of weight, fat, and muscle
Due to Malnutrition the patient may become weak, tired, and unable to resist infections or withstand cancer therapies. Protein and calories are important for healing, fighting infection,
Diets higher in protein and calories can help correct this and prevent the onset of cachexia .
Good eating habits during cancer care help the patient cope with the effects of the cancer and its treatment. Nutrition therapy can help cancer patients get the nutrients needed to maintain body weight and strength, prevent body tissue from breaking down, rebuild tissue, and fight infection. Some cancer treatments are more effective if the patient is well nourished and getting enough calories and protein in the diet.
USEFUL FOOD & NUTRIENTS
1. Lycopene in Tomatoes and Prostate Cancer

Lycopene, a powerful antioxidant, is found abundant in tomatoes and tomato products. Studies found that lycopene may help reduce some cancer and heart disease. The most compelling evidence so far is the role of lycopene in prostate cancer prevention.
2.VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENTS
A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in June 2007 found that taking Vitamin D supplements (1100 IU) and calcium substantially reduces risk of all cancers in post-menopausal women.
It is wise to start including more Vitamin D-rich foods in your diet. One glass of milk contains 100 IU of Vitamin D. Other food source includes fatty fish and egg yolks. Also look for Vitamin D fortified products such as yogurt and breakfast cereals .
3.ANTIOXIDANTS
Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. Health problems such as heart disease , macular degeneration, diabetes, cancer etc are all contributed by oxidative damage. Antioxidants may also enhance immune defense and therefore lower the risk of cancer and infection.



Most Commonly Known Antioxidants

A)Vitamin A and Carotenoids
Carrots, squash, broccoli, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, kale, collards, cantaloupe, peaches and apricots (bright-colored fruits and vegetables!)

B)Vitamin C

Citrus fruits like oranges and lime etc, green peppers, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, strawberries and tomatoes.

C) VITAMIN E
Nuts & seeds, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, vegetable oil and liver oil
D)Some common phytochemicals

Flavonoids / polyphenols
Soy
Red wine
Purple grapes or Concord grapes
Pomegranate
Cranberries,
Grape seed extract ,
Tea
Lycopene
Tomato and tomato products
pink grapefruit
watermelon
Lutein
dark green vegetables such as kale, broccoli, kiwi, brussels sprout and spinach
Lignan
flax seed
oatmeal
barley
rye
Vitamin-like Antioxidants:

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
Glutathione.
A Balanced PH needs is also very important the more Acid Ph levels, the more the patient manifests illness/pain/inflamation-etc.
By avoiding Foods/drinks that cause a acidic ph such as
NO red meats
selective dairy products (cheese/milk/creme)
less sugars
restricted salts
No coffee
No alcohol.

Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help the patient feel better and stay stronger. To ensure proper nutrition, a person has to eat and drink enough of the foods that contain key nutrients as described above,To fight cancer and side effects os its treatment.

WHAT IS ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER?
We often hear children described as hyperactive, but what exactly does this mean? Most happy, normal children have a lot of energy, so how do you distinguish between an excited child and someone suffering from ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder)? The answer is that it can be difficult. This disorder can vary in intensity and most children will express some of the symptoms some of the time.Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Symptoms include difficulty staying focused and paying attention, difficulty controlling behavior, and hyperactivity (over-activity).
ADHD HAS FOLLOWING TYPES
1.Hyperactive-
2.Impulsive
3.Inattentive
4.Combined hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ADHD IN CHILDREN?
Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsive are the key behaviors of ADHD. It is normal for all children to be inattentive, hyperactive, or impulsive sometimes, but for children with ADHD, these behaviors are more severe and occur more often. To be diagnosed with the disorder, a child must have symptoms for 6 or more months and to a degree that is greater than other children of the same age.
CHILDREN OF INATTENTION SYMPTOM GROUP MAY:
1.Be easily distracted, miss details, forget things, and frequently switch from one activity to another
2.Have difficulty focusing on one thing,Struggle to follow instructions.
3.Become bored with a task after only a few minutes,
4.Have difficulty focusing attention on organizing and completing a task or learning something new
5.Not seem to listen when spoken to
6.Daydream, become easily confused, and move slowly
CHILDREN WHO HAVE SYMPTOMS OF HYPERACTIVITY MAY:
1.Fidget and squirm in their seats,Talk nonstop,Dash around, touching or playing with anything and everything in sight
2.Have trouble sitting still during dinner, school, and story time,Be constantly in motion
3.Have difficulty doing quiet tasks or activities.
4.Attention-seeking: All of the above symptoms are examples of attention-seeking. Hyperactive children are extremely demanding and their behaviour forces the parent or teacher to spend more time with them than anyone else
5.Unusually aggressive: One of the best ways to tell if a child is hyperactive is to watch how he or she behaves with contemporaries. For example, if they come up against one of the normal frustrations in playing a game, they can become unduly irritable or aggressive with their playmates. So fighting often, for little apparent reason, would be a possible indication of ADHD
6.Unaware of physical danger: Although most children appear frighteningly unaware of potential hazards, this trait can be more extreme in children with ADHD. They may wander off, to be found later at the top of a high tree or setting fire to the house
CHILDREN WHO HAVE SYMPTOMS OF IMPULSIVE MAY:
1.Be very impatient
2.Blurt out inappropriate comments, show their emotions without restraint, and act without regard for consequences
3.Have difficulty waiting for things they want or waiting their turns in games
Often interrupt conversations or others' activities.
CAUSES OF ADHD
Scientists are not sure what causes ADHD, although many studies suggest that genes play a large role. Like many other illnesses, ADHD probably results from a combination of factors. In addition to genetics, researchers are looking at possible environmental factors, and are studying how brain injuries, nutrition, and the social environment might contribute to ADHD. if you have a kid who is hyperactive and snores, think about the possibility that the two may be connected
GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS
Behavioral therapy aims to help a child change his or her behavior.
1. It might involve practical assistance, such as help organizing tasks or completing schoolwork, or working through emotionally difficult events.
2. Behavioral therapy also teaches a child how to monitor his or her own behavior. Learning to give oneself praise or rewards for acting in a desired way, such as controlling anger or thinking before acting, is another goal of behavioral therapy. 3.Parents and teachers also can give positive or negative feedback for certain behaviors.
4.Therapists may teach children social skills, such as how to wait their turn, share toys, ask for help, or respond to teasing. Learning to read facial expressions and the tone of voice in others, and how to respond appropriately .
5.Children with ADHD need guidance and understanding from their parents and teachers to reach their full potential and to succeed in school.
6. Parenting skills training helps parents learn how to use a system of rewards and consequences to change a child's behavior. Parents are taught to give immediate and positive feedback for behaviors they want to encourage, and ignore or redirect behaviors they want to discourage.
7. Remember if the child is getting violent or unable to adjust in a particular condition,or with particular person always teach him to come out of that scene.
8.Parents are also encouraged to share a pleasant or relaxing activity with the child, to notice and point out what the child does well, and to praise the child's strengths and abilities.
9.Parents or the teachers should never discuss the negative point of the child ,give them such a atmosphere so that they can develop the confidence They may also learn to structure situations in more positive ways.
10. They may restrict the number of playmates to one or two, so that their child does not become overstimulated. Or, if the child has trouble completing tasks, parents can help their child divide large tasks into smaller, more manageable steps.
11. Parents may benefit from learning stress-management techniques to increase their own ability to deal with frustration, so that they can respond calmly to their child's behavior.
12. Keep the same routine every day, from wake-up time to bedtime. Include time for homework, outdoor play, and indoor activities.
13.Organize everyday items. Have a place for everything, and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and toys.
14.Be clear and consistent. Children with ADHD need consistent rules they can understand and follow.
15.Give praise or rewards when rules are followed. Children with ADHD often receive and expect criticism. Look for good behavior, and praise it.
16.Avoid giving excessive sugar ,artificial colors to the child.
17.Fig ,Flax seeds,walnut are often found to be useful in these cases.
HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT: Although while treating patients like this we have to keep many things in mind,
1.Take complete history of the patient.
2.Complete family history is necessary to find the medicine.
3. Treatment history of either of the parent and the patient.
4.Individualise the case in whole extent.
5.Try to find the correct constitutional medicine on miasmatic background.
Although the above said factors are to be kept in mind to find a correct homoeopathic medicine,still these medicines if taken under medical supervision can help the patient .Arnica montana,Belladonna,Agaricus,Lachesis,Sulphur,Stramonium ,Iodum Etc.

DRY EYES (ARE YOU AWARE)

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WHAT IS DRY EYES
The eye depends on the flow of tears to provide constant moisture and lubrication to maintain vision and comfort. Tears are a combination of water for moisture; oils for lubrication; mucus for even spreading; and antibodies and special proteins, for resistance to infection. These components are secreted by special glands located around the eye. When there is an imbalance in this tear system, a person may experience dry eyes.

A stable tear film prevents dry eyes and allows your eyes to maintain clear, comfortable vision.

Decreased production of fluids from your tear glands can destabilize the tear film, allowing it to break down rapidly and create dry spots on the surface of your eyes. An imbalance in the substances that make up the tear film also causes dry eye
Treatment of dry eyes aims to restore a more normal tear film to minimize your dryness, blurred vision and discomfort.
SYMPTOMS Signs and symptoms of dry eyes, which usually affect both eyes, may include:
1.Sensitivity to light
2.A stinging, burning or scratchy sensation in your eyes
3.Stringy mucus in or around your eyes
4.Increased eye irritation from smoke or wind
5.Eye fatigue after short periods of reading
6.Difficulty wearing contact lenses
7.Blurred vision& light sensitivity ,
8.A feeling of a foreign body or sand in the eye
9.Itching,Redness&Blurring of vision.
CAUSES Tears are complex mixture of water, fatty oils, proteins, electrolytes, bacteria-fighting substances and growth factors that regulate various cell processes. This mixture helps make the surface of your eyes smooth and clear. Without tears, good vision is impossible.
1.Poor tear quality
2.The tear film has three basic layers: oil, water and mucus. Problems with any of these layers can cause dry eye symptoms.
3.Decreased tear production

4.The condition is more common among women, especially after menopause. This may be due in part to hormonal changes.
5.Damage to the tear glands from inflammation or radiation can hamper tear production.
6.Dry eyes are also associated with some medical conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, scleroderma, Sjogren's syndrome and vitamin A deficiency

7.Poor lid function
8.Through blinking — normally at a rate of about once every 12 seconds — your eyelids spread a continuous thin film of tears across the surface of your eyes.
9.Blepharitis, an inflammation along the edge of the eyelids, also may cause your eyes to feel dry and scratchy.

10.Some Allopathic Medications that can be the causes of dry eyes include:
Diuretics, drugs commonly used to treat high blood pressure
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors used to treat high blood pressure
Antihistamines and decongestants
Sleeping pills
Birth control pills
Certain antidepressants
Isotretinoin-type drugs for treatment of acne
Opiate-based pain relievers, such as morphine
Side effects of using certain medications such as antihistamines
11.Dry eyes can be worsened by exposure to many environmental conditions that have a drying effect, such as sun, wind, high altitude, a dry climate, hot blowing air and the dry air that commonly occurs in the cabins of commercial airplanes.

12.Most Important tasks that require intense visual concentration — such as working at a computer, driving or reading — tend to decrease your blink rate, thereby increasing tear evaporation.

CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS
If your eyes feel dry and irritated, your eye doctor can test both the quantity and the quality of your tears.
COMPLICATIONS Most people with dry eyes don't experience any long-term complications. However, if left untreated, severe dry eyes may lead to eye inflammation, infection and scarring on the surface of your cornea.
LIFESTYLE AND DIET


1.Avoid air blowing in your eyes. Don't direct hair dryers, car heaters, air conditioners or fans toward your eyes.
2.Wear glasses on windy days and goggles while swimming. The wraparound style of glasses may help reduce the effects of the wind.
3.Some people use specially designed glasses that form a moisture chamber around the eye, creating additional humidity. These glasses can be worn at night, and may be especially helpful for people that sleep with their eyes partially open. They can also be worn during the day to relieve dry eye symptoms.
4.Avoid rubbing your eyes. You can irritate your eyes further by rubbing them.

5.Remember to blink. Consciously blinking repeatedly helps spread your own tears more evenly.
6.Diet rich in nuts , seeds,fruits specially Almonds,Seeds of muskmelon,flaxseeds,honey,strawberries,raspberry,grapes,oranges etc(always check your senstivity)
7.When performing tasks that require intense visual concentration, take occasional breaks — adding up to about five minutes each hour — and rest your eyes by closing your lids for several seconds. Follow this by consciously increasing your blink rate. .
HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT
Since Homoeopathy is a medical science in which medicine selection depends on various factors,therefore before taking any homoeopathic medicine medical supervision is necessary,Still there are few medicines which can be of help if taken under medical supervision of a Doctor. these are Natrum mur,Arnica,Euphrasia,Kali bichromicum,Apis mel,Belladonna Manganum acetate etc.

FLAX SEEDS THE TREASURE OF ANCIENT TIMES

FLAX SEEDS AND HEALTH
The seeds and oil of the flax plant(In hindi called as ALSI) contain substances which promote good health. Flaxseed and flaxseed oil are rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an essential fatty acid that appears to be beneficial for heart disease. ALA belongs to a group of substances called omega-3 fatty acids.
Good health requires the right ratio of Omega 3 fatty acids to Omega 6 fatty acids in the diet. The ideal ratio is around 1:2. The average american diet is more around 1:20 to 1:50, with way too much Omega 6 and not enough Omega 3. The ratio present in Flaxseed oil is about 4:1. So flaxseed oil is a good source of Omega 3. You should consume every day small portions of flaxseed or flaxseed oil. However if flaxseed oil is used in the diet for long time, without other oils, it may cause Omega 6 LA deficiency symptoms. So the best bet is to blend flaxseed oil with other oils that contain more Omega 6, in order to get the right balance, such as sesame oil, sunflower oil, evening primrose oil.

Flaxseed oil is good for the heart because it is the richest source of alpha-linolenic acid. Flaxseed itself (ground or whole) also contains lignans, which may have antioxidant actions and may help protect against certain cancers, though not everyone agrees on this issue.

HOW TO USE
Liquid flaxseed oil is the easiest form to use, although it must be kept refrigerated. It is available either in liquid form, or in capsules.

Flaxseeds have a pleasant, nutty flavor and taste good sprinkled on salads, cooked vegetables, or cereals.

I recommend you grind the seeds (or buy ground flaxseed) because whole seeds simply pass through the body. Grinding the seeds just before using them best preserves flavor and nutrition, but pre-ground seeds are more convenient. Keep them refrigerated. There are no nutritional differences between brown and yellow seeds.

For best absorption, take flaxseed oil with food. It is easily mixed into juices and other drinks, and its nutty, buttery flavor complements cottage cheese, yogurt and many other foods. You can also use it instead of olive oil in a salad dressing. Don't cook with it, however, as this will deplete the oil's nutrient .
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT
Food-grade flaxseed oil is cold-pressed, obtained without solvent extraction, and marketed as edible flaxseed oil. Fresh, refrigerated and unprocessed, linseed oil is used as a nutritional supplement.The absolute best source of omega-3 are flaxseeds. One tablespoon of ground flaxseed will supply the daily requirement of omega-3. Flaxseeds need to be ground for your body to be able to absorb the omega-3 from them. You can grind flaxseeds in a spice grinder. Once flaxseeds are ground, the shells don't protect them from oxidation anymore and you will need to store them in the refrigerator or freezer, just like the oils It contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, especially alpha-linolenic acid, which may be beneficial for reducing inflammation leading to atherosclerosis,
1.By preventing heart disease and arrhythmia,
2. It is required for normal infant development.
3. Regular flaxseed oil contains between 52 and 63% alpha linolenic acid . Plant breeders have developed flaxseed with higher alpha linoleic acid content (70%) and very low alpha linolenic acid content.
4.The USFDA granted GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for high alpha linolenic flaxseed oil.
5.Although flax seeds themselves contain lignans, a class of phytoestrogens considered to have antioxidant and cancer-preventing properties,the extracted linseed oil does not contain the lignans found in flax seed, and therefore does not have the same antioxidant properties.
6.flax seed oil is easily oxidized, and rapidly becomes rancid with an unpleasant odor unless refrigerated. Even when kept under cool conditions it has a shelf life of only a few weeks. Oil with an unpleasant or rancid odour should be discarded. Rancid oils contribute to the formation of free radicals and may be carcinogenic.Oxidation of flax seed oil is major commercial concern, and antioxidants may be added to prevent rancidification.

GOOD FOOD FOR PERFECT HEALTH

what is a healthy food group:
Since no single food group can nourish the body with all the vital ingredients it requires, it is important that we consume a variety of healthy foods to derive the nutrition our body needs. There are five main food groups, they are:

• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Cereals and Pulses
• Dairy products, Nuts & Seeds
• Poultry, Fish and Meat products

A healthy balanced diet of these five food groups ensures essential vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. The food group serving size will depend upon various factors like age, activity level, body size and gender. It is also important that one eat a variety of foods from within and across the food groups. As some foods from within a food group provide more nutrients than others
This will ensure that one gets the maximum recommended nutrition from the food group; besides the food variety will make for an interesting meal.

In conclusion, it must be noted that allopathic medicine treats the sign & symptoms rather than the root cause of the disease, which is usually caused by wrong eating habits,stress ,lifestyle,genes,and various causes, leading to an accumulation of toxins within the system.
Whereas Homoeopathic treatment if given with a nutritious diet and healthy life style can rectify underlying causes of diseases and restore one to wholeness of mind and body.
Once we realize the connection between a wholesome balanced diet and good health, our food will be our medicine and maintaining good health will be a matter of making the right food choices and leading a healthy lifestyle
However, a lack of consumption of these nutrients or feeding upon the wrong kinds of food leads to an accumulation of toxins within the body, resulting in chronic diseases in the long run.
A nutritious diet while ensuring overall well being, helps to maintain a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI), reduces the risk of several debilitating diseases like cancer, cardiovascular ailments, diabetes, osteoporosis and stroke.
For disease and treatment go for Homoeopathic treatment as the first choice except in cases of accidents and in cases where hospitalization is necessary.Always get your health status checked by different laboratory tests available.
Thus a nutritious diet and Homoeopathy is important in the prevention and cure of various diseases.

Before going to a Homoeopathic Doctor

There are few very important things which one should do before consulting a Homoeopathic physician .These are
1.Always make a list of symptoms which you want to discuss with your doctor.
2.Note down your past medical history,treatment taken, and summary of reports instead of taking pile of reports to the doctor.This will save your doctors time and he will be able to give much time to you.
3.Always note down your family history of disease.
4.Do tell your doctor about your sensitivity and allergies.
5.The patient should be accompany by only one attendant.
6.Be sure that you note down your likes,dislikes ,temperament,dreams.
7.Always mention what type of food you want to have.
8. Any particular set of sensations or symptoms which you are facing from along time.
If you have done this much home work before your visit to the doctor, the chances of getting appropriate medicines are very high.

ABOUT HOMOEOPATHY

DR.SAMUEL HAHNEMANN M.D OF GERMANY IS SAID TO BE THE FATHER OF HOMOEOPATHY,HE WAS VERY UPSET WITH THE PREVAILING SYSTEM OF MEDICINE AT THAT TIME,HE FOUND THAT PATIENTS WERE DYING MORE OF SIDE EFFECTS THAN OF DISEASES , HIS ANALYTICAL & REVOLUTIONARY MIND REACHED TO A CONCLUSION WHILE HE WAS TRANSLATING CULL ENS MATERIA MEDICA,DURING TRANSLATING HE FOUND THAT SYMPTOMS OF CINCHONA BARK WERE TOO SIMILAR TO MALARIA,THIS WAS THE TURNING POINT IN HIS LIFE, AND HE FORMULATED HOMOEOPATHY THAT IS LIKES ARE CURED BY LIKES MEANS IF A SUBSTANCE IF TAKEN CAN PRODUCE A GROUP OF SYMPTOMS IN HEALTHY HUMAN BEING,AND IF THE SAME SYMPTOMS IF ARE FIND IN A DISEASED INDIVIDUAL THAN THEY CAN REMOVE THE SYMPTOMS IN THEIR WHOLE EXTENT RESULTING IN CURE THAT IS ANNIHILATION OF ALL PERCEPTIBLE SIGN AND SYMPTOMS IN ITS WHOLE EXTENT.BY THE VIRTUE OF "LAW OF NATURE".IF A CASE IS WELL TAKEN WITH ALL THE TOTALITY OF SYMPTOMS AND WELL SELECTED REMEDY IF GIVEN IN SUITABLE POTENCY THAN WITH THE HELP OF INDIVIDUALISING THE CASE HOLISTIC CURE CAN BE ESTABLISHED.