Raspberries have indeed been causing a stir in the world of anti-oxidants, this time the humble fruit has been found to have gene altering capabilities. The said trait has never yet been seen in any single agent or protein therapy. The said concentrated extract has proven to be quite successful compared to single proteins designed to target a single receptor or agent. In laboratory animals, an amazing modification of around 460 of a total 2,200 affected genes, a truly miraculous development. These events have fueled the renewed interest in the humble fruit that has caused many a sour faces due to their inherent flavor. (more…)
May 12, 2012
Raspberries…… Again!
January 30, 2012
Black Raspberries the next cancer Cure
Anthocyanines or an active ingredient in black raspberry extracts have been found to have a very beneficial effect as a chemo preventive regimen for cancer prevention. This follows studies that aim to identify the so-called super-foods that have high nutrient, vitamin and cancer preventive components making them better than synthesized equivalents. People have been jumping onto the all natural diet and health cures for ages and seems they were right all along. natural foods tend to have some hidden compounds that were not found in previous studies. New test results show that the active ingredient anthrocyanines is a very effective preventive drug for cancer prevention and more studies are underway to determine the exact mechanisms induced by the wonder molecule.
The advent of such discoveries tends to bring us to the area of conservation for who knows what mother nature may be hiding in her depths in the unspoiled jungles out of the clutches of man. Conservationists have long been fighting for the preservation of some of the most remote and untouched forests in the world for they are some of the most pristine environments around that may hold the secrets to the many deadly diseases that are plaguing the human race.
December 10, 2011
Immature Brain Cells – Cause of certain Brain Tumors
Researchers at the National Cancer Institute have found a link between specific immature brain cells and an increased risk of certain types of brain tumors. Using stem cells, researchers have been able to develop brain cells that have been modified to prevent the regular development of these early brain cells fully shows that they become catalysts for certain aggressive brain tumors. Methylation, a key mechanism for the control of brain cells developing properly in early stem cell development making them brain cells. The process is also the stage by which genes tell specific cells which types they are to take say a brain cell, skin cell or the millions of other forms of cells in the human body. The brain is getting more and more understood for till now the full function and structure is not totally known even with the latest genetic studies and equipment. Stem Cells are the super cells of the body which have been under fire for its close links to cloning which many oppose as a disruption of the natural processes of life. The potential of stem cells to be programmed to manufacture say a whole ear or vital organ is proving to be too exciting but opposition is stiff and people still have mixed feelings with their studies.
October 10, 2011
Breast Cancer and Fatty diets
Studies have shown that a diet that is rich in fats can increase the risk of breast cancer recurrence. This is more the case for postmenopausal women who have had successful treatment for early stage breast cancers at a younger age. The National Cancer Institute, recommends that women who have had successful treatment of breast cancer in their early years do stick to their management regimen which can effect changes to diet, environment and other contributory factors that can have bearing in preventing recurrence of the disease. Dietary adjustments have decreased the risks of getting the disease to recur and such information should be taken seriously if one wishes to live out the remainder of their life void of the said disease.
June 10, 2011
The Value of Screening
Many afflicted with cancer could have avoided the disease altogether if only they have had proper screening procedures done. Most cancers begin above the age of 50 as with colorectal cancer but others make themselves felt even at a young age. Now considering the fact that the cancer was not traced to genetics (meaning there is no lineage or history of cancer in the family), most cancers are detectable with screening processes. Regular screening which is usually done at least once a year helps in the early detection and treatment of the said disease. Statistics show that with the much advancement in medical technology, the death rates attributed to cancer is going down but the alarming news is that there are new cases every year and the numbers are in the tens of thousands each year.
If you suspect that you have cancer, consult your nearest health center or facility for proper diagnosis. Information and resources are available online from the following sources; CDC, Prevent Cancer Foundation, The American Cancer Society and many more health oriented organizations that offer it as a service to the general Public.
April 10, 2011
Preventing Skin Cancer : A must!!!
In the United States alone, over a million cases of non-melanoma skin cancer are discovered and diagnosed each year. The most serious form of skin cancer would account for almost 60,000 cases in 2007 alone and from those, more than 8,000 will die as a result of the disease. Skin cancer is an ever-present problem for all due to ever-worsening environmental degradation which leads to more of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation getting through and causing damage to more and more unprotected people’s skin. As we all know, safety under the sun has been put on the spotlight by all governments and NGO’s in the hopes of lowering these statistics and keeping more people cancer free.
Simple steps as the proper use of sun protection if the form of sun block can greatly lower these statistics if only people adhered to the right use. Kids are some of the most active and prone to the disease and with their fragile bodies, they tend to suffer more from the disease due to their small fragile bodies. Adults feel impregnable to the sun which also leads to melanomas. So simple products like sun-protective clothing like caps and hats during hot days, sun block during leisure time and even on regular days can make all the difference in the fight against skin cancer.
February 9, 2011
Research : Leading the Fight Against Cancer
The Cancer Prevention Foundation is one of the leading authorities in the prevention of the said disease and it does this through cutting edge research in the following fields; the expansion of our knowledge between the relationship of cancer and our diet.
The discovery and synthesis of new drugs that can help us fight/prevent cancer, the in-depth study of the human gene to discover the weaknesses that makes one susceptible to cancer, research into a better understanding of the processes that turns and utterly normal cell into a cancerous one, research into a better understanding of the human immune system and how to boost it in hopes of preventing the disease and lastly the development of methodology and equipment that would allow the early detection and treatment of pre-cancerous conditions. All of the above fields of research are conducted along with private and government branches to give us a better understanding of the factors that leads to the disease thus giving us a better understanding for its prevention.
February 1, 2011
The benefits of antioxidants
Antioxidants have long been touted for their healing properties. The oxidation of the cells (think of rust in metal) is considered one of the culprits for the deterioration of our health as we grow old and also contributes to the development of various diseases in the body, including cancer.
Antioxidants are supposed to help fight this oxidation process in the body and as a result, strengthens the body. The antioxidant effect is also known to prevent certain cancers from developing. There so many different fruits and vegetables that contain a lot of antioxidants and these should become part of a healthy diet that is rich in fiber and nutrients.
November 10, 2010
Your DNA, the best diagnostic tool
Efforts are currently underway to use the human DNA as a detection tool for cancer. There are already a couple of available tests that are available and have seen some success mainly due to the huge strides the Human Genome Project has undergone in hopes of better understanding our physiology. Our DNA is the blueprint of life as we all know and that a better understanding (the Genome Project aims to map out the whole human DNA sequence) of how our genes contribute to our physical makeup may hold the key. These available tests are already available for specific high-risk individuals who wish to have the best possible early detection tools to obtain and effect proper behavioral and environmental adjustments.
July 10, 2010
Pesticides, Chemicals and Cancer
It has long been known that certain chemicals in pesticides cause cancer which has brought about research in newer and safer pest control systems. But many are unaware that certain household, yard and garden chemicals also contain chemicals that can cause cancer with prolonged use. Toilet deodorizers in the form of naphthalene based odorants are now considered to be cancerous so use is not recommended. Certain products such as those for pest control in and around the house also contain carcinogenic cancer so be sure to follow the instructions and use necessary safety gear such as breathing implements and gloves. Certain hygiene and beauty products are also under study for their possible links to cancer such as antiperspirants and hair dyes. The later having the most likely link according to laboratory results but studies are still under way.