NUTRITIONAL THERAPY

Right eating gives rise to good living.You live well by eating right.Limiting onself to natural food,raw fruits and vegetables with little or no meat is a healthy therapy you and I need to lead a healthy life.

RAW FRUITS & VEGETABLES

From scientific findings,food has been discovered to contain curative properties.Food is regarded as a potent medicine.People who eat right will build up healthy and strong bodies.The following are some foods and fruits that can do some good wonders in your body.They are:

*MELON:Lowers the rate of lung cancer,rich in betacarotene and also an effective blood thinner.
*ONIONS:A good blood medicine,lowers blood cholesterol,thins blood and retards clothing in the heart.
*MUSHROOM:Lowers blood cholesterol and stimulates the immune system.
*PAPAYA:Otherwise known as pawpaw is a high digestive property with tonic effect on the stomach.
*CORN:Rich in fibre and vitamins.
*COCUMBERS:Cooling effects on the body and as gigestive aid.
*LEMON:Help lowers blood cholesterol.Same with Lime.
*CABBAGE:Rich in vitamins,lowers the risk of cancer
*CARROTS:Cut down the chances of contacting cancer of the pancrease.Good for the eyes and hairs.Prevents constipation.
*GARLIC:Stimulates activity of the digestive system and prevent digestion problems.
*TOMATOE:Supplies beta carotene and tycopene which are anti cancer agents.
*WATER MELON:Rich in vitamins.
*PUMKIN:Lowers rate of lung cancer.
*PINEAPLE:Excellent blood builder.
*GRAPES:A good blood purifier and also prevents catarrh.
*WHEAT;Rich in 16 minerals and vitamin c.
*AVOCADO:Good for ulcer.
*OLIVE:Good for heart diseases.
*ORANGE:A good source of vitamin c.
*APPLE:Resistance to cold.
*Pears:A good intestinal and bowel regulator.
*HONEY:Soothes sore throats.Heals wounds and sores.Relief asthma.

Daily intake of all these fruits and vegetables will for good health.

HEART DISEASES;PREVENTION & CONTROL

Heart diseases refers to a number of complications that directly affects the heart and its blood vessels hindering its functions.It is the malfunctioning of the heart.
Heart diseases is the leading cause of death among humans.

TYPES OF HEART DISEASES

Heart Attack:Results from the blockage of the artery.By this,the heart is denied sufficient blood to function properly.

Heart Failure:Inability of the heart to pump blood normally leads to heart failure.

Irregular Heart Rhythm:Abnormal heart beat
Heart muscle disease(Cardiomyopathy)
Coronary Artery disease
Stroke
Valvular Heart disease.

CAUSES OF HEART DISEASES

Heart diseases are cause by a number of factors which are however preventable.They are as follows;

*High Blood Cholesterol
*Diabetes
*Hypertension(High Blood Pressure)
*Physical Inactivity
*Heredity
*Smoking
*Obesity
*Gender,particular men
*Age,old age
*Alcohol
*Stress

PREVENTION OF HEART DISEASES
Prevention is better than cure.The following are some of the steps that will help you prevent this disease in you life and family

*Avoid smoking,Quit smoking
*Get tested for choleterol level.
*Put your blood perssure in check.High blood pressure is detrimental,know it
*Lessen your sugar intake.
*Regularly check your blood sugar level.
*Be physically active
*Maintain a healthy eating habit.
*Watch your body weight and avoid being over weight.
*Dont over labour your heart
*Dont drink alcoholic drinks for it is not food.
*Reduce stress to the barest minimum.

Your Heart is the engine that drives the body.As a pumping machine,it supplies blood,oxygen and nutrients to your body.The average human heart is stipulated to work at a rate of 100,000 beats a day.Your heart is your life.So keep it healthy.

Best Wishes

TIPS ON BREAST CANCER & TUMORS

Breast cancer refers to abnormal growth of cells within the breast tissue or gland. Breast cancer can affect both men and women though it is common among women.It is a killer disease if not diagnose and treated on time.
Just like every other cancer infection,breast cancer has its perculiar risk factors which are going to be outlined in this section.

RISK FACTORS FOR BREAST CANCER

The following factors leads to breast cancer.They include;

*Age factor-Increase in age increases the risk of infection with cancer of the breast.
*The use of exogenous estrogens as hormone replacement treatment(HRT)
*Family history and genetic factor
*Dense breast tissue
*Race and ethnicity-White women are at a higher rate than black women.
*Non breast feeding.
*Alcohol.
*Obesity
*High fatty diet.

SYMPTOMS OF BREAST CANCER
The following symptoms are signs of infection with cancer of the breast;
*Nipple discharge
*Change in size and shape of the breast.
*Redness of skin or nipple.
*Lump in the breast.

However,the above symptoms could only be ascertained to be cancer of the breast after proper medical examination and proof by a competent medical professional.

CURE AND CONTROL OF BREAST CANCER

The primary risk factors can be controlled by changing those factors that are changeable.Let's consider the followings;-

*Early screening and detection
*Limiting alcohol consumption
*Long term hormone replacement therapy should be avoided
Regular exercise
*Maintaining an ideal weight
*Proper diet
*Avoid self medication.Strictly follow instruction from the doctor during medication. Be mindful of expiry dates of drugs.

TREATMENT OF BREAST CANCER

Surgery-There's what is called Breast conservation Therapy(BCT) in which a little portion of the breast tissue is removed with the tumor and not the entire breast.

Segmental or partial mastechomy-Here,a larger part of the breast is removed yet not the whole breast.

Chemtherapy-This involves the use of anti cancer drugs to eliminate the presence cancer cells in other part of the body.

Biologic Therapy.
Hormonal therapy-The use of estrgen blocking drugs
Radiotherapy-Using high energy x-rays to kill cancer cells in the body.