Integrating Writing and Technology ... Sep 17, 2008
Selection of specific science concepts; such as simple machines, noble gases, earthquakes, and the digestive system are needed to keep the newsletter focused ... Example: A review of an article in the November 2001 National Geographic on the human digestive system. (Suite101.com)
Diabetics Less Likely to Lose Weight After Gastric Bypass Sep 17, 2008
In this procedure, surgeons restrict food intake by creating a smaller stomach pouch that bypasses large sections of the digestive system. "When performed in high-volume centers and with a low rate of complications, gastric bypass provides sustained and meaningful weight loss, significant improvements in quality of life, improvement or resolution of obesity-associated co-morbidities, and extended life span. However, 5 percent to 15 percent of patients do not lose weight successfully, despite... (MEDLINEplus)
FOXSexpert: How to Overcome the 7 Most Embarrassing Sex Moments Sep 16, 2008
When barriers are down, they tend to feel super sexy, so they'll often take a chance in getting all over a love interest, even when their digestive system begs to differ. Unless your lover is into emetophlia (a sexual attraction to vomit), it s best to abstain from any kind of sexual rendezvous when you ve had a few too many. (Fox News)
From melatonin to exercise: How to beat jet lag Sep 16, 2008
As for your diet, Colwell recommends eating light meals at regular times in the new time zone so as not to stress your digestive system. Recognize that your whole digestive system is tightly coupled to this biological clock and takes many days to readjust, he says. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Natural Remedies for Gallbladder Pr... Sep 15, 2008
Over-eating leads to obesity and taxes the digestive system. Obesity is linked to gall-bladder problems. (Suite101.com)
Freedom From Disease Through Improv... Sep 15, 2008
According to Dr. John Matsen s book, Eating Alive, these conditions likely all have their origins in a poorly functioning digestive system ... In clear language that s easy to understand, Dr. Matsen explains the roles of each of the organs involved in the digestive system ... This book is good news for anyone frustrated with frequent visits to doctors without finding solutions to their health problems, anyone interested in healing themselves, or anyone who wants to have a better understanding of... (Suite101.com)
Natural Treatment for Allergies Sep 15, 2008
The introduction of solid foods before a baby s digestive system is prepared to handle them can also lead to the development of allergies. Recent recommendations specify no solid foods, but breast milk or infant formula only for baby s first six months. (Suite101.com)
Acid Reflux & Your Children Sep 12, 2008
While most infants will outgrow frequent episodes of acid reflux as their digestive system matures, a small percentage will not outgrow the condition, and these children are more likely to develop the chronic condition, gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD, during childhood. In most older kids who have symptomatic reflux, they probably had it as an infant and it just never resolved completely, Schwarz told FOXNews. (Fox News)
Battling Autism: Could Stomach Woes Be Part of the Problem? Sep 11, 2008
GI issues may be the result of an immature or problematic digestive system that is unable to break down complex protein chains like those in dairy and wheat. Families have found that following a gluten-free, casein free (GFCF) diet or another type of restricted diet resolves these symptoms and improves the child's overall well-being. (Pekin Times, IL)
Losing Weight Still Possible After 50 Sep 11, 2008
Prunes, raisins, apples, sweet potatoes and salads made with leafy green vegetables will help you maintain a healthy digestive system and stay regular. Rest For Rejuvenation, Hunger Control. (Click2Houston, TX)
Bonnies walk to cure cystic fibrosis Sep 11, 2008
Cystic fibrosis is a life-threatening genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system. More than 10 million Americans are symptom less carriers of the defective CF gene. (Gobonnies.com)
Invisible Illness Week Sep 8, 2008
They can be divided into groups such as neurological illnesses, psychiatric illnesses, chronic pain conditions, digestive system diseases and autoimmune diseases, but many illnesses fall under several labels. For example, many neurological illnesses are autoimmune and painful. (Suite101.com)
Pigweed a concern for Ariz. cattle, goats Sep 8, 2008
"Unlike ruminants, the horse has a simple stomach and digestive system, much like a human's," Blair said. "Because of the digestive tract in a horse, pigweed doesn't bother them.". (AZCentral -- News)
Never out of style Sep 6, 2008
To help ease your digestive system back on track, there is Sup Tulang, a hearty broth of beef bones, chopped onion, star anise and other spices. Plain white rice serves as the perfect canvas to capture the piquancy of specialities such as Ikan Keli Berlado and Daging Dendeng. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Harold & Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay Sep 5, 2008
Too soon, in fact, since their climactic binge on those sought-after hamburgers is still taking its toll on Kumar's digestive system ... Naturally things go awry, the bong is mistaken for a bomb, and Harold and Kumar are dispatched to Guantanamo Bay, where they are subjected to indignities which increase the yuk factor in ways I'm not going to detail for fear of upsetting my digestive system. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Think You Are Lead-Free? Check Your Soil Sep 5, 2008
According to Filippelli and other experts, a child's developing digestive system is especially susceptible to lead poisoning. At the atomic level, lead looks similar to calcium, he said, since the two substances are similar in size and ionic charge. (Health-Finder)
Middleburg woman helps families cope with cystic fibrosis Sep 5, 2008
"I know about the disease first hand, I lost my only child to cystic fibrosis." The inheritable chronic disease affects the lungs and digestive system. Samantha was born with the disease. (Florida Times-Union)
Prebiotics Help with Health Sep 3, 2008
Prebiotics have the same goal as probiotics to build a healthy digestive system and boost immunity. But, the difference is they are not bacteria, but a type of non-digestible carbohydrate found in many common foods, such as cereal, bananas, onions, garlic, artichokes, and leeks. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Jessica Simpson's rosy gas Sep 1, 2008
The singer - who will be releasing her debut country album 'Do You Know' later this year - told stunned fans at her concert in Ontario, Canada, that she has a unique digestive system. She said: "I do pass gas a lot. But I guarantee you it smells like roses." Jessica's country single 'Come On Over' and bid to be accepted in the specialist industry is already attracting negative reviews from critics. (Xinhuanet, China)
County Lines for August 28, 2008 Aug 28, 2008
Parvo, a virus that attacks the lining of the digestive system and prevents the dog from being able to properly absorb nutrients, is more common in puppies than in adult dogs. However, officials say any dog can be at risk. (Santa Maria Times)
Move Over Acai - Aronia Surges to the Top of the Superfood List Aug 26, 2008
Studies done in the US and around the world indicate that the aronia berry can benefit cardiovascular health, the digestive system, liver health, and muscle recovery after workouts. With this laundry list of benefits, you might expect that people would be eating aronia by the bowlful. (PR Newswire)
Newsweek: Is there a surgical cure for diabetes? Aug 26, 2008
So Rubino wondered whether some part of the digestive system might be malfunctioning and causing diabetes, and whether he could cure the disease simply by removing that part. First, he tried out his theory in hundreds of rats. (MSNBC -- Health)
Worm diet 'treats bowel disorder' Aug 26, 2008
Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and other forms of inflammatory bowel disease appear to be caused by an overactive immune system, which causes inflammation in the digestive system. The condition is incurable, and normal treatments include steroids, which can reduce the inflammation, although these have been known to produce side effects. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
A spoonful of honey can work wonders Aug 26, 2008
And with about 80 percent of it easily assimilated glucose and fructose, honey is suitable for almost everyone, especially for elderly people with a weak digestive system. Apart from its widely recognized nutritional value, honey is also Chinese people's favorite as a "neutral" food with medicinal properties. (Xinhuanet, China)
1 pound of tough: Born the size of a dollar bill and 122 days early, tiny Sasha hangs in there Aug 24, 2008
With her premature digestive system, they start slowly with less than 1 cc of milk about a fifth of a teaspoon. For the first time that day, Jacqueline holds her daughter, nearly a month after she was born. (Missoulian, MT)
Experimental Drug Shows Early Promise against Cystic Fibrosis Aug 22, 2008
It affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States and 70,000 people worldwide. Intensive treatment can prolong the lives of patients into their 30s, 40s and beyond, according to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. (MEDLINEplus)
Stable team lets Chambers thrive Aug 20, 2008
Interesting that Turner uses similar words now that Chambers has a Chargers camp in his digestive system. It's night and day, Turner says. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
John Hamer, left, has chosen a candle with lighting material for an explanation of how such a device would be used by an 18th century Methodist circuit rider. The Rev. Dennis Mardis portrayed such a minister Monday night to those attending a meeting of the Richmond County Historical Society. Photo by Tom MacCallum/Daily Journal Aug 20, 2008
It was also thought tobacco juices improved the digestive system, especially for killing worms. Pioneer basic survival skills were illustrated with a candle kit containing the materials needed to start a fire to light the candle. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Chewing gum aids bowel recovery Aug 19, 2008
Chewing stimulates the nerves of the digestive system ... Chewing gum appears to speed up the return of normal bowel function by stimulating nerves in the digestive system, say the UK report's authors. (BBC News -- UK)
Why the Body Needs Water-Soluble Vi... Aug 19, 2008
In addition, niacin helps maintain healthy skin, nerves, and digestive system ... A folic acid deficiency may result in anemia and abnormalities in the digestive system. (Suite101.com)
Chewing gum to promote healing? Aug 19, 2008
Gum chewing is thought to act as a kind of "sham feeding," stimulating nerves in the digestive system, triggering the release of gastrointestinal hormones and increasing the production of saliva and secretions from the pancreas. The researchers said further large-scale studies were needed to assess the true benefits of gum chewing on reducing ileus, a problem that is estimated to cost $1-billion a year in health-care expenditures in the United States alone. (Globe and Mail)
Surgery Patients Get Well Faster With Gum Aug 19, 2008
They said that it is thought that chewing gum helps stimulate nerves in the digestive system. Distributed by Internet Broadcasting. (Click2Houston, TX)
Our bacteria, ourselves: appreciating E. coli Aug 18, 2008
At birth, a baby's digestive system is a sterile, undiscovered continent. Then the world gets hold of it. (Boston Globe)
Toxic Foods for Dogs Aug 18, 2008
Cherry pits, cherry leaves, peach pits, avocado pits, apple cores can also be toxic or potentially dangerous to the digestive system. And fat trimmings from meat can cause a bout of potentially-deadly pancreatitis. (Suite101.com)
Ideology, childbirth and child rearing Aug 18, 2008
Lung development, advantageous bacteria from vaginal deliveries, which help the baby's digestive system -- you name it. It seems similar to the stance for breast milk over formula. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
* The Michael Phelps Diet: dont try this at home Aug 17, 2008
Hes lucky as it is that he doesnt have a sensitive digestive system. Thats one of the myriad factors that contribute to make him the exceptional performer he is. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lunar Eclipse Strategies for Health... Aug 16, 2008
Full moons are excellent days to give your digestive system a rest by fasting on fluids. Devote at least twenty minutes to prayer, meditation and/or mantra to harness positive energies, and offset any negative effects. (Suite101.com)
Probiotic Drink Yakult(R) Boosts Las Vegas Market Aug 15, 2008
Drinking one small bottle daily may have health benefits, such as balancing the body's digestive system and boosting natural defenses. Yakult can be found in the refrigerated dairy aisle of all Smith's Las Vegas stores. (PR Newswire)
Stepping it up a notch Aug 14, 2008
It has given him a taste of professional baseball that has proved no problem for his digestive system. "To have this opportunity to play with guys who have so much more experience, absolutely it's special," Strasburg said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Yoga synchronization: Uniting the mind, body and spirit Aug 13, 2008
"It takes longer, mainly because (bad breath) comes from a bad digestive system. A lot of twisting, bending and inversion can help this kind of problem," Eric said. While yoga originated in India thousands of years ago, it is now popular around the world, including Indonesia. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Hedge-cutters, healers and UK's tallest yew Aug 13, 2008
"Yew staves as early encyclopaediasThe Celts used yew staves and tablets to record aspects of their history, such as names of rulers, phases of the Moon and traditional law. The Druids used Yew wands as memory devices or for divination or magical practices.Killer arrowheadsAll over Europe warriors smeared yew toxins on to arrowheads, causing immediate death. The poison was made with an extract of the seeded arlis, which was then distilled. Poisonous effectsThe effects are extremely rapid because... (Scotsman)
New mouth bacteria species found Aug 12, 2008
"Many of these bacteria have not been described because they are quite hard to grow in the lab, and when you go further down into the digestive system, it gets even harder to do this. "These bacteria are thought to have an involvement in dental caries and other mouth problems, so describing them gives you a broader picture of the causation of these. " He said that the constant evolution of bacteria meant a potentially never-ending supply of new strains and species. The finding was reported in... (BBC News -- Health)
'Dr. House Call' bypasses insurance companies Aug 12, 2008
Much of that time was spent in Beverly Hills, where he focused on gastroenterology, or matters related to the digestive system. Rubin said he decided around 2000 to stop dealing with insurers. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Business in Brief (Aug. 11) Aug 12, 2008
D., in treating patients with disorders of the digestive system. Bell has been working in gastroenterology since he received his physician assistant degree from Idaho State University in Pocatello in 2001. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Busy beaver buddy Aug 9, 2008
Beaver have a specialized digestive system that allows them to digest tree bark. The presence of beavers in a pond poses no threat to fish as they eat only plant material. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
More Topical than Ever: Alternatives to Oral Pain Relievers Aug 9, 2008
Topical pain relievers bypass the digestive system so there is little or no risk of side effects that can potentially damage internal organs like the stomach, liver or even heart. Topicals do not carry the risk of addiction associated with some prescription oral pain relievers. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
New cravings, but still the same person Aug 8, 2008
Bratwursts and escargots and paella all sit in your digestive system at the same time, and that's only the stuff I could recognize and/or pronounce. Languages, social norms and local customs blur past as fast as you can get your passport stamped -- thank goodness it's okay somewhere to have a mullet with dreadlocks in the back -- but through all this vicissitude, there was always one constant. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Mainly, it's a good time to enjoy the yard Aug 8, 2008
Leaf rollers, be they on cotoneasters or lilacs, are caterpillars, and the longtime reader knows these are easily controlled using anything that contains Bacillus thuringiensis, which when ingested by the caterpillar stops the digestive system, ultimately resulting in death. The problem is that the "Bt," as it is known, has to be ingested. (Anchorage Daily News)
An Overview of Animal Germ Layers Aug 8, 2008
Though the digestive system of an adult includes the mouth, pharynx, and terminal part of the rectum, the endoderm does not line these particular regions due to certain alignments of tissue during embryogenesis. Here is a list of the specific structures the endoderm produces lining for. (Suite101.com)
America's Health Care, In Numbers Aug 7, 2008
Sex that undergoes the most operations on the digestive system: female. By Daniel DeNoon Reviewed by Louise Chang2005-2008 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved. (CBS News)
Neumar's ashes show no poison Aug 7, 2008
But the results from the Pennsylvania lab where the ashes underwent tests showed only traces of the heavy element barium -- a compound often used as a radiocontrast agent in X-ray tests of the digestive system. Mr. Neumar died at the Augusta VA in October of a condition called sepsis, which often afflicts the elderly and is caused by bacterial, fungal, viral or parasitic infections of the bloodstream or tissues. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pandas: Evolution's big fat (adorable) mistake? Aug 6, 2008
Like other bears, and like omnivores and carnivores, pandas have short digestive systems, making them ill suited for their preferred diet of fibrous, nutrient-poor bamboo ... The panda accommodated its vegetarianism with a few physical adaptations enlarged chewing muscles (those adorable jowls), their famous "thumbs," and a slightly modified digestive system (though still far more similar to a carnivore's than to an herbivore's). (MSNBC -- Politics)
Vitamin C 'slows cancer growth' Aug 6, 2008
The dose they employed - up to four grams per kilo of bodyweight - was far greater than any that could be achieved using diet or vitamin pills, as the digestive system does not absorb more than a fixed amount taken orally. The mice were bred to have malfunctioning immune systems, then injected with human cancer cells, which as a result, grew quickly into large tumours. (BBC News -- Health)
Does docile disposition correlate to more tender beef? (48) Aug 5, 2008
Research is currently focused on adding yeasts and natural enzymes to the rations in an effort to enhance the micro-organism content of the digestive system and thereby improve feedlot efficiency. Research also continues on using field peas in various rations. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Vitamin C Shots Can Beat Cancer Aug 5, 2008
But scientists found the mechanism can be bypassed if the vitamin is injected straight into the bloodstream instead of passing through the digestive system. It then releases hydrogen peroxide, which is lethal to tumours. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Vitamin C Shows Promise as Cancer Treatment Aug 5, 2008
Researchers have found that they can disrupt the body's "tight control" over vitamin C levels by giving the nutrient intravenously and bypassing the digestive system, Levine said. The intravenous approach involves "short-circuiting the body's normal control mechanisms and finding there's an unexpected surprise that may be beneficial," he said. (Health-Finder)
ANSWERS: Anthrax and the investigation decoded Aug 4, 2008
A: Anthrax, or bacillus anthracis, is a bacteria that can infect the skin, the digestive system or the lungs. The bacteria contain two deadly toxins. (USA Today)
The prescription that’s always right: Be careful with your medications Aug 3, 2008
Hard tablets have an enteric coating, which prevents the medication from being released until it passes a certain point in the digestive system. Others may have a wax matrix coating and a small opening to release the medication over time, rather than all at once. (Santa Maria Times)
A cool customer Aug 2, 2008
It is due to intybin, which stimulates the appetite and digestive system, and acts as a tonic for the blood and liver, hence the common chicory's name, Cichorium intybus. But it's the radicchio varieties we're concerned with here and, as is often the case, there are more types available as seeds to grow in your own garden than there are to buy as fully formed vegetables in fruit shops. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Compounds From Soy Affect Brain And Reproductive Development Aug 2, 2008
Equol is a hormone-like compound that is formed when bacteria found in the digestive system metabolize another phytoestrogen. However, only approximately a third of humans have the necessary bacteria to produce equol. (Science Daily)
Turned-off cannabinoid receptor turns on colorectal tumor growth Aug 1, 2008
Endocannabinoid signaling is important to the normal functioning of the digestive system and has been shown to protect the colon against inflammation. Since chronic inflammation is a known risk factor for colorectal cancer, the researchers decided to look into the role of cannabinoid receptors in a mouse model of colon cancer. (EurekAlert!)
Nano-food fears: Doessize matter? Jul 31, 2008
According to company information posted on PEN's Web site, the canola oil, by Shemen Industries of Israel, contains an additive called "nanodrops" designed to carry vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals through the digestive system. The shake, according to U.S. manufacturer RBC Life Sciences Inc., uses cocoa infused "NanoClusters" to enhance the taste and health benefits of cocoa without the need for extra sugar. (MSNBC -- Health)
Young lung transplant candidate marks time in Seattle Jul 31, 2008
Troy was 6 months old and fighting pneumonia when the Chapmans learned he was one of 30,000 people in the U.S. with cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease affecting the lungs and digestive system. The body produces thick mucus that clogs the lungs, leading to infections. (Anchorage Daily News)
What germs lurk inside your keyboard? Jul 31, 2008
When we touch our faces, we bring all the collected gunk of our keyboard, desktop or BlackBerry right to their respiratory and digestive system every three and a half minutes bacteria and viruses couldn't ask for a better transportation system. Scott recommends washing hands regularly and, yes, using hand sanitizer, especially after shaking hands with a colleague suspected of having a cold or another illness. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Our hot summer temperatures are the main culprit in blossom drop Jul 31, 2008
Bt is not toxic to humans and pets, but is very effective at eradicating all types of hungry caterpillars by stopping up their digestive system. It's the fluctuations in temperature and in soil moisture levels that cause tomato skins to crack and then heal, leaving a brown scar. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
