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Breast Cancer Alcohol addiction relationship and causes

November 13, 2013

At an age when most young women are concerned with fitting in, being popular, or their future career paths, alcohol and the temptations associated with drinking, rarely cross their minds. While the perceived glamor of drinking alcohol is seen in popular culture, seldom are the risks considered by most young women. The result of that is breast cancer alcohol addiction gain ground in the life of users.

Breast Cancer Alcohol addiction

Early age alcohol consumption and the correlation to future breast cancer alcohol addiction are increasingly becoming serious points of concern.

 

A new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute may give young women something more to consider. From 1989 to 2009 approximately 91,000 mothers were enrolled in the study which came to the disturbing conclusions about the correlation between early age alcohol consumption and breast cancer.

The more alcoholic beverages women consume prior to first full-term pregnancy increases the risk of breast cancer according to a vital new study from Washington University of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, one of the leaders in medical research, ranked sixth in the nation by U.S. News & World Report . Their research reveals there is a distinct correlation between alcohol behaviors of young women and the threat of future breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Alcohol addiction relationship and causes: The correlation between drinking and breast cancer

This research is the first time which the danger for breast cancer is connected to drinking behaviors in early adolescence, college age women, and first time pregnancies.

The research at Washington University of Medicine concludes that if a young woman averages one alcoholic beverage per day (beer, wine or liquor) between the onset of her initial menstrual period and her first full term pregnancy, her threat of breast cancer cells boosts by 11% and the risk of benign breast disease by 15%. Although many of the breast diseases may be benign and curable, the threats triggered may enhance a woman’s threat of breast cancer by approximately 500%.

The trend of heavy drinking by college aged women and younger has not been considered as a risk factor for future breast disease until now.

Breast Cancer Alcohol addiction relationship and causes: Solutions for women at risk for breast cancer

Solutions are placed on parents of young girls to educate them about the risks involved in consumption of alcohol, talking to them about all the inherent risks, and including the latest study on the risk of future breast cancer.

Teens and young women oftentimes don’t consider their future risks, but if given the proper information it’s hoped that they will make better choices.

AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center can provide information for parents and young women. If there’s a problem with addiction to alcohol parents must seek reliable intervention at the earliest point.

The addiction recovery treatment offered at AWAREmed is not only successful, but totally discreet.

Studies have shown there are several factors involved in addiction, whether to drugs or alcohol, and as many treatment options. What most treatments don’t offer is restoring the neuro-endocrine system.

AWAREmed and Dr. Dalal Akoury offer discreet and effective treatment plans for alcohol addiction and breast cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness

Dr. Dalal Akoury

Dr. Dalal Akoury, Founder of AWAREmed, offers quick and effective recovery from addictions of all kinds, including alcohol. Dr. Akoury’s belief that we must restore the spirit, mind and body to benefit from a comprehensive treatment program is something that is coming to the forefront of thinking within the medical community.

Once thought of as alternative treatment, restoring the spirit, mind and body is becoming more prevalent within traditional and alternative practices, including alcohol and drug treatment centers, as well as developed protocols for breast cancer.

If young women can learn at an early age the correct and proper information about alcohol consumption, their chances of becoming healthy adults, free from breast cancer or other breast diseases increases dramatically.

To learn more about breast cancer risk based on age and lifestyle factors, visit www.yourdiseaserisk.wustl.edu. A related free iPad app, called Zuum, is available on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id521273376. (Washington Universtiy in St. Louis)

 

Breast Cancer Alcohol addiction relationship and causes: Breast Cancer and the Relation to Early Age Alcohol Consumption

 

 

 

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Mercury poisoning and your foods

October 23, 2013

Mercury poisoning

Mercury poisoning

Dr. Dalal Akoury

Mercury poisoning: Is it so common? Yes, we are constantly exposed to mercury in whatever small amounts. This is because it is there in soft drinks and snacks that we often enjoy. So, let us know more about this element and save our health. Mercury is naturally found everywhere which includes air, water and soil. It is released into the atmosphere due to coal burning. This mercury then settles on land and water sources like rivers. Its toxic form called methyl mercury accumulates in fish and shell-fish. These are the main sources of mercury poisoning in human beings though it does not mean that all fishes have high mercury levels. Their mercury level depends on what they eat. What are the health effects of mercury poisoning? Exposure to mercury affects multiple organs including brain, heart, lungs, immune system and kidneys. Methyl mercury is rapidly absorbed from the intestine into the blood circulation. The health effects depend on whether it is inorganic mercury salts or organic methyl mercury. Methyl mercury mainly affects the nervous system and brain. Inorganic mercury affects not only brain but also causes pneumonia, kidney damage and bleeding disorder. Some of the health effects of Mercury poisoning include:

  • Ataxia: Inability to maintain body balance while standing or walking due to lack of coordination of muscles.
  • Loss of vision and hearing
  • Memory loss
  • Emotional dysfunction occurs due to involvement of frontal lobes of brain.
  • Dysarthria: difficulty in articulation.
  • Neuropathy: Loss of function of nerves like sensory, motor and autonomic functions. They develop tingling sensation and numbness of limbs. Sensory loss involving hands and feet may occur. Tremors or uncontrolled vibratory movements of limbs may occur.
  • Psychiatric disturbance resulting in abnormal behaviour
  • Kidney damage: Reduced kidney function occurs due to death of renal tubules which form urine.
  • Contact dermatitis, hyperpigmentation, stomatitis or inflammation in oral cavity. Rash may also appear over palms.
  • Respiratory difficulty occurs in acute mercury exposure.

What are the common sources of exposure to mercury poisoning?

mercury poisoning.

English: Element mercury (Hg), liquid form. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Seafood: Consumption of a lot of seafood from contaminated water is the most important cause of mercury poisoning. High-fructose corn syrup: Detectable levels of mercury have been reported in high fructose corn syrup. In a scientific study published in the Journal of Environmental Health, they reported that high fructose corn syrup may contain about 0.570 micrograms of mercury. The WHO has recommended that consumption of less than 0.2 micrograms of mercury per kilogram of body weight is within safe limits. Since the average American consumption of soft drinks and other snacks containing high fructose corn syrup is very high, it poses a risk of mercury poisoning. Soft drinks and snacks: High fructose corn syrup is used as a sweetening agent in soft drinks and other food products. Some of these favourite snacks which contain high fructose corn syrup include oatmeal, barbecue sauce, chocolate syrup, cereal bars, jellies, dressings, yogurt and other milk drinks. This probably comes from caustic soda which is used for manufacturing high fructose corn syrup. Soft drinks in which high fructose corn syrup is added as a sweetening agent are also a potential source of mercury poisoning.

What to do at home to avoid or reduce mercury poisoning? You should be careful in your selection of food that is consumed at home. Sharks and tuna are especially rich in mercury and are better avoided. Pregnant and lactating mothers should avoid consumption of large fishes. Avoid taking processed foods containing high fructose corn syrup. Read labels carefully at the time of shopping. It adds value to life. Being extra careful will go a long way to reduce and prevent further accumulation of mercury in your body. This also helps in weight loss as high fructose corn syrup consumption is associated with obesity and its complications like atherosclerosis, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, stroke and obstructive sleep apnoea.

 

mercury poisoning.

Soft drinks on shelves in a Woolworths supermarket (Australia). Taken by myself. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

How to get rid of mercury which is already there? In people with serious disease with symptoms described above, chelating agents are used. These are chemicals with bind with mercury or convert it into non-toxic substance which is then easily excreted. These chelating agents include dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) and Penicillamine. DMSA is the agent of choice in people with mild or chronic poisoning. For people with acute poisoning, Dimercaprol is used. If there is recent ingestion, the decontamination of the gastrointestinal tract is done. For this, activated charcoal is consumed and is known to neutralize both organic and inorganic forms of mercury. The other agent of use here is Polyethylene glycol. This is a laxative with strong osmotic effects.

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Can be cured naturally

October 23, 2013
Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

How to cure Irritable Bowel syndrome naturally?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder of the bowel without any organic pathology or disease. It presents with abdominal pain and abdominal distension associated with passage of stools or an alteration in the bowel habit. It may be diarrhea predominant or constipation predominant or changing from one to another. It is one of the commonest causes of hospital visits in young adults. Young women are affected 2 to 3 times more commonly than men. It is commonly associated with other disorders like chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and painful menstruation. Many of these patients have a history of sexual or physical abuse.

What are the causes of  Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS?

The exact cause of IBS is not well defined but multiple factors are associated with its occurrence. The important factors include psychological stress, altered motility of bowel, sensations of abdominal viscera and luminal factors.

Psychological stress: About 50% of these patients have psychological factors which include conditions like anxiety, depression, panic attacks. Psychological stress is known to alter the intestinal motility and function. These factors contribute to the symptoms seen in patients with IBS

Gastrointestinal motility changes in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: People with diarrhea predominant symptoms have rapid movements in the jejunum or upper small intestine.  There is a rapid transit of intestinal contents associated with contractions of large intestine resulting in diarrhea. On the other end, in people with constipation, the transit time of intestinal contents is increased allowing more time for water absorption.

Abnormal perception of gastrointestinal organs: The bowel has an increased sensitivity to distension as shown by experimental inflation of ileum, colon and rectum with balloons. This is associated with alteration in the control of autonomic nervous system and is seen in diarrhea predominant IBS. There is an enhanced perception of intestinal and pain.

Infection: About 10 to 30% people develop IBS after an episode of gastroenteritis. Giardiasis may be associated. Changes in normal bacterial population of gut may result in minimal inflammation and increased fermentation and gas production.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

 

Allergy: Allergy to certain components of diet like lactose or gluten has been proposed as a cause of IBS.

 

What are the common symptoms of this condition?

Gut-Dysbiosis-and-Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Gut-Dysbiosis-and Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The commonest symptom is abdominal pain which is relieved after defecation. The commonest site of pain is lower abdomen over the left side. The onset is associated with a change in frequency or form of stool. The other symptoms include mucus in stools, diarrhea or constipation, bloating and abdominal distension. There is upper abdominal discomfort after meals which may be associated with nausea. An urgency of defecation may occur which may be followed by a sensation of incomplete evacuation. Straining at normal consistency of stools may be noticed.

Is there a natural cure for IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome ?

Yes, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBS can be treated with natural methods. It is important to reassure the person that there is no organic disease. A normal life span is expected and with psychological support this can be achieved. Other supportive measures include:

Detoxification: This is an important component of treatment. It helps in flushing out intestinal toxins to restore normal intestinal flora of micro-organisms. Colonic irrigation or cleansing removes all the waste, improves motility and relieves symptoms.

Restoration of normal gut flora: This can be achieved by taking probiotics. These are good bacteria which help in restoration of normal population of healthy flora in the colon.

Diet: Take a healthy diet consisting of 4 to 6 small meals. Avoid food which results in gas production. Dietary fibre supplements improve the symptoms of diarrhea or constipation. Certain types of fibre supplements result in more bloating, so they may be prescribed by the physician appropriately. People with constipation should consume more fluids. These people should also avoid caffeine and fatty foods. Those with lactose or fructose intolerance should avoid these products as it aggravates bloating. In such cases, care should be taken to supplement calcium adequately. Scientific studies have shown that consumption of gluten free diet results in significant improvement of symptoms.

Exercise: A regular exercise boosts the immune system as well as healthy gut function. It improves blood flow which washes away all the accumulated toxins in the intestines. Digestion of nutrients also improves.

Stress relief: Maintaining emotional well-being is essential for relief from IBS. A psychiatric consult should be obtained. Any psychiatric disorder should be assessed and treated. Many of these patients require a long term follow-up. Research has shown that an improvement is seen with the use of antidepressants. Other modalities of therapy with positive results include behaviour therapy, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy.

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Women Addiction on the Rise

October 21, 2013
Women Addiction

Dr. Dalal Akoury

Women Addiction on the Rise

According to the report released by National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, addiction is on the rise among women abusers in the United States. The report shows that about six million women are dependent on alcohol and about 2.6 million women drug abuse issues. The report shows also shows that the number of women abusing drugs has increased sharply over the last decade. This is because women have always felt stigmatized in the society. Some of them keep their drinking or drug habits a secret; a factor that can hinder the true statistics of women who abuse alcohol and other related substances.
Why Are Women Engaging More Than Ever In Addiction
Violence
The rate of sexual abuse and physical abuse, among women, continue to rise. Rape cases continue to be reported in various parts of the country. A part from sex abuse, others continue to be physically abused by their male counterparts. As a result of the above factors, many women result into taking drugs and other substances to help them forget what they underwent or what they continue to face in the society. In an attempt to maintain family or relations Most of the women who continue to stay in violent domestic relationships or those who grew up in violent homes continue to turn into substance abuse to cope with their life’s dysfunctional circumstances. They do so in an attempt to

Women Addiction on the Rise how does it affect the family?

maintain family or relations.
Emotional abuse or marginalization
In most relationships there is unequal distribution of household responsibilities and lack of empathy. In this kind of relationships, women are the one who are affected most. They therefore feel trapped in this relationship, unable to quite because of the reason to maintain family or relationship. These women seek ways to cover the pain of feeling under-appreciated thus resulting into abuse of drugs. They turn to substance abuse to help them achieve their own happiness. They think that by taking drugs, it gives them a sense of comfort, power and relief from to give them a sense of power, comfort and relief from depression over their dwindled relationship. Also, other women continue to grow up feeling stigmatized because of their gender. They feel disrespected for being female and as a result they lead into drug abuse.
Isolation

Women Addiction on the Rise

Pregnant Woman-Alcohol-Cigarette addiction

Factors like divorce, separation or where husband die leaving a woman to take care of children are o the raise in our society. The most affected party is women who feel lonely or isolated. You find that it is mothers who are left with a burden of caring children and when they feel that they are stressed up with the situation, they seek solace in drugs and other substances. They use drugs to help them feel forget about their partners, feel energized, make connections and feel loved. For example, a mother might initially begin drinking alcohol with friends, only leading to her addicted at the end. What begins as a social activity can quickly result into a social problem among women who feel that their sense of companionship or belonging is connected to their drug use.

Women Addiction...

White House Visits Christiana Care’s Substance Abuse Intervention Program (Photo credit: Christiana Care)

Women Addiction on the Rise; What is the role of lifestyle changes

Change in lifestyle
With an effort to feel part of certain social class or lifestyle, many women try hard to feel part of the ‘wine society’. They feel that by taking wine, they are not actually abusing drugs. In modern society women don’t want to feel like they’ve had their freedom and fun taken out of their lives by having children. They admire their past lives without children and attempt to feel young ones more. Their initial purpose is not to take drugs but wine which they recognize as being accepted as woman’s drink. But eventually they result into full abuse of alcohol and other substances.

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Breast Cancer Awareness, YOU Can Survive it!

October 19, 2013

 

Breast Cancer Awareness

Dr. Dalal Akoury

 

 Breast Cancer Awareness; YOU Can Survive Breast Cancer

More women are surviving breast cancer because of Breast Cancer Awareness today, than ever before. With the knowledge we have today we are able to make decisions to prevent breast cancer through awareness, early detection, nutrition and exercise. Breast Cancer Awareness; Breast cancer begins in the ducts of the breast and can spread to the surrounding tissue. If it the cancer is left undetected, it will spread to other areas of the body and will be more difficult to treat.

– There has been over 11,000 cases of breast cancer that has begun to spread in women under the age of 40 and over 1,000 deaths for the same age group in 2011.

– Breast Cancer Awareness; Breast cancer increases with age with most of the new cases and deaths occurring in women forty years old and older.

Are You at Risk for Breast Cancer? Dr. Dalal Akoury answers

  Breast Cancer Awareness is the answer

Risk factors for; Breast Cancer Awareness; breast cancer are listed by Dr. Dalal Akoury:

 

  Breast Cancer Awareness is the primary goal of AWAREmed

–       Gender: Woman are more at risk for breast cancer, but men can also get it. However, women are 100 times more at risk than men because of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone that causes the abnormal cell growth.

–       Race: African American women are more susceptible to getting breast cancer than those who are not.

–       Age: Women approaching 40 years of age are at risk for breast cancer. 1 out of 8 breast cancers that have already

Begun to spread are found in women under 45 years in age.

–       Genetic:  Breast Cancer Awareness; Breast cancer can be hereditary. 5 to 10 breast cancer cases are found to be related to genetics.

–       Using oral contraceptives increase breast cancer for women slightly over those who have never used them.

–       The use of combined post menopausal hormone therapy can increase the risk of getting breast cancer.

–       Smoking, drinking alcohol, undue stress, poor diet and obesity all contribute to the increased risk of getting breast cancer.

Signs or symptoms: of Breast cancer are listed by Dr. Dalal Akoury

The most common sign or symptom is finding a lump or mass in the breasts. They are usually painless, hard and have irregular edges, but they can be soft as well. Other signs are swelling on part or all of the breast, skin thickening or irritation, nipple pain, redness or unusual nipple discharge. Breast cancer can spread to the lymph nodes under the arm and cause a lump or swelling there. It is always important to have any new mass or lump checked out by your health care professional.

 

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness?

 

  Breast Cancer Awareness; How Do I Check Myself for Breast Cancer? Dr. Dalal Akoury teaches

Women beginning in their 20s should begin regularly doing breast self exam. Be sure to do this even if you have breast implants, as there is still breast tissue. However, breast augmentation does not increase the risk of breast cancer.

– To do a breast self exam, lie down on your back and use the three middle fingers to feel for any lumps on your opposite breast. Press firmly and use a small circular motion to feel the breast tissue. Notify your doctor if you feel anything out of the ordinary.

Prevention measures to reduce breast cancer awareness and Survive Breast Cancer :

–       Regular screening is the most important thing you can do for prevention because you can catch the cancer at an early stage and can Survive Breast Cancer

–       Be sure to get your annual mammogram once you reach the age of 40.

–       Reduce your body weight if you are obese. You can reduce your weight by taking in less calories than you burn. Less calories in and more calories burned will mean more weight lost.

–       Increase your physical activity to at least 30 minutes a day for 5 days a week, even if it is just walking.

–       Eat a healthy, well- balanced diet.

A diet that contains vegetables, whole grains, fish, poultry, fruits and low fat dairy will help you Breast Cancer Awareness help you Survive Breast Cancer and reduce risk of breast cancer. Reduce high fat diets that include hydrogenated oils that are usually found in most processed foods, like cakes and cookies. Avoid high carb diets that are mostly simple carbs that include candy and sodas.

What are the Best Food and Supplements to help you Survive Breast Cancer? is part of Dr. Dalal Akoury breast cancer treatment protocol.

–       Organic vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, turnip greens, tomato, carrots

–       Eat dark colored fruits such as blueberries, raspberries and cherries.

–       Get enough foods with vitamin D. That includes skim milk, fat free yogurts with live cultures, cottage cheese and

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness

eggs. Don’t forget the sunlight, but in moderation, which is a great source of vitamin D.

–       Be sure to eat foods that are rich in Omega 3. They are cold water fish such as; salmon, tuna, swordfish, crab and sardines.

–       Nuts also are a great source of Omega 3 as well as an antioxidant. They include walnuts, pecans, and almonds.

Some vital supplements that help prevent breast cancer are:

– Black Cohosh

 

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Breast Cancer Awareness

– Curcumin

– DIM

– Sulforaphane

– Fish Oil

– Melatonin

– Vitamin D

– Resveratrol

– Mangosteen

  Breast Cancer Awareness; Get Moving Prevent  and Survive Breast Cancer! this is Dr. Dalal Akoury’s philosophy

Many studies have shown females who work out moderate to vigorously for a few hours a week have reduced their risk of breast cancer 30 to 40 percent.

It reduces hormone levels of estrogen and progesterone which causes breast cancer at a faster rate. Physically fit women have a better chance of surviving breast cancer than overweight or obese women.

Some basic exercises that would help would be:

–      Walking, jogging or hiking at a moderate pace for 30 minutes a day.

–       Moderate swimming on a regular basis.

–       Cycling outdoors or doing spinning sessions at a gym.

–       Experiment with yoga classes.

–       Try zumba or kickboxing classes.

  Breast Cancer Awareness; One Last Word on how to Survive Breast Cancer explains Dr. Dalal Akoury

Women who are reaching menopause are estrogen dominant are more likely to get breast cancer. This hormonal imbalance increases risk of breast cancer. The omega 3’s and soy based foods help reduce the risk of hormonal imbalance.

– Also remove xenoestrogens:

They are chemicals that mimic estrogen in the body and are in pesticides and plastics. Cut back on processed foods because some common food preservations are xenoestrogen. Switch to organic meats because some of the hormones that are used to make most store bought chicken and cattle grow larger are xenoestrogens.

  Breast Cancer Awareness; YOU Can Survive Breast Cancer with Dr. Dalal  Akoury  Wellness Live Chat!

 

Beginning on Wednesday, October 3, at our AWAREMed location, from 6-7:30 pm ET, our series will focus on various topics of health, wellness, prevention and disease treatment options covering aspects of the complete body, mind, and spiritual health.

 

Dr. Akoury’s presentations are geared towards the medical profession and anyone who is interested in learning how to find complete wellness for themselves. The presentations are easy to understand, given in a relaxed and serene atmosphere, and in terms the general public can comprehend and embrace. So join in and learn how to heal your whole body the natural way!

 

YOU Can Survive Breast Cancer

 

 

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