Dr. Oz considers himself (surgeon) an “expert” on diet, nutrition, health and disease who never gives complete information. Instead he gives tidbits, which in essence are worthless and harmful, as it most often dissuades his audience, patients from further investigation, education on the subject of diet, nutrition and disease. You cannot cure bad habit with partial information, superfoods, drugs, surgery, promises (the cure is around the corner), etc.

Have you evr seen his show?

It is divided into ten-minute segments, and during which time he tries to cover various topics: diet, nutrition, disease, diagnosis, personal testimony, etc. often giving less than complete information. It is impossible to give complete information on diet, nutrition, etc. in 10 minutes or less but then again he’s a doctor, and every time he finishes, he asks his audience, “Do you get it.?” He doesn’t wait for a response. He moves onto another topic. He’s a typical doctor, who gives very little time to his patients until they get sick, then performs surgery, and or belittles them (he loves making women cry. He does it quite often with his truth tube).

On 2/24/10, his topic was foods that prevent and or cure cancer. guest: DR. Katz

He neglects to tell you that the number one cause of cancer is high protein, high fat diets, which means that the number one cure, prevention is low protein, low fat, vegetarian diets. Does he mention this at all, or does he leave you hanging, saying check with your doctor, take drugs, etc?

You can eat vegetables and fruits all day long but if you do not severely decrease and or eliminate animal food, especially red meat, pork, chicken, turkey, fried foods, etc. You will never stop cancer from growing.

Instead, he gives you his fighting five:

five serving’s fruits and vegetables: tomatoes (lycopene), carrots, strawberries, onions and oranges.
1. 1C leafy greens
2. 1C broccoli
3. 1C tomatoes
4. 1C oranges
5. 1C strawberries (commercial strawberries highly toxic)

in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines and my book, I advise 3-5 vegetables and 1 fruit per meal, at least two times per day.

What about all the other vegetables?

When he describes greens, does he point out the difference between kale, collards, lettuce, etc?

What about hard squashes, rutabaga, turnips, cauliflower?

Cooked or raw? There is a big difference, especially if you are suffering from loose stools, indigestion, gas, edema, cellulite, autoimmune illnesses, etc. as raw vegetables, especially salads will worsen these conditions?

What about organic versus commercially produced vegetables (high in pesticides, herbicides, nitrogen fertilizers, wax, preservatives, etc. Organically grown vegetables are far superior nutritionally and in some cases costs les, especially if you buy in bulk- 3- 5# bags. Has he ever talked about organic foods?

What about fish, which he so highly recommends? Did he talk about mercury contamination, which he did, in a previous show? No, he failed to mention it.

Did he he talk about the nutritional superiority of hormone and antibiotic free, free range chickens, turkey and beef. The answer is once again no, because he is not an expert. he is a surgeon, who ,like most doctors think the are an expert in nutrition because they have a license as an M.D.

Did he talk about coffee, caffeine, a well know breast irritant, often suspect in breast cancer? No. As a matter of, in a previous show, he said it was all right to drink 3-4 C a day unlike traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines, which tell everyone top avoid coffee, and wouldn’t even recommend 3-4 cups per month.

He and Dr. Katz, were promoting the idea that certain foods turn or turn off genes that cause cancer. This is a preposterous, because it takes a lifestyle, years of poor, cumulative diet to cause cancer. No one food causes cancer nor does any one food cure.

2. Tumors prevention: whole grains: rice, noodles, bread, etc. that have a high fiber content. This might prevent colon cancer but only if you severely reduce animal protein and only if you eat whole or cracked grains, not processed as flours (bread, cookies, pretzels, etc, paste the intestines, contributing to constipation.

3. Herbs and spices- garlic, ginger, spices- anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, etc.

Good advice. Every dog has its day.

The worst part of his show was a guest, Karen, who had ovarian cancer and was used as an example of someone who cured her cancer with dietary changes, which were made after her surgery, removal of the tumor and eight weeks of chemotherapy. Is this a joke or just another misleading advertisement?

His truth tube constantly embarrasses overweight women, makes them cry. He once brought up on stage a nine-year-old Puerto Rican girl, sat her on his lap, started putting instruments in her mouth, and had her do the same to him. But then again, Dr. Oz is Oprah’s boy. There is massive unemploymnet in the U.S. and Oprah is still running a tabloid show discussing the latest scandal, John Edwards.

Have you ever noticed that when Dr. Oz goes on Oprah, he wears his surgical fatigues, explaining that these are his work clothes, except for the fact that he is not working, performing surgery on Oprah;;s show yet he wears a tie and a suit when he is on Larry King. He is a chauvinist through, through, and a bit of a racist.

Equally two-faced is his audience who thinks that all they have to do is swallow a magic pill, pharmaceutical drug and or eat a few superfoods to become healthy instead of a massive overhall of their diet and brains, so they become complacent and just keep on doing what they have been doing their whole lives until they end up on Dr. Oz’s operating table.

The health care crisis is not caused by a lack of insurance or dictors but instead disease and ignorance, which keeps doctors, including Dr. Oz wealthy, powerful and always in business,while everyone else stays sick, poor and ignorant. Stupid is as stupid does, There is no Dr. Oz without his partners in crime, i.e i his patients and audience.

Dr. Oz constntly says stupid things on his show, in my opinion. FOr example he stated on one show that all vitamin supplements were the same. This is not true. Natural Vitamin E (source wheat germ oil, sesame seed oil, etc.) is more potent, powerful than synthethic E, just as organic produce is healthier, more nutritious than commercial. Only an self-serving idiot would say anything different or if they were a doctor would say “where’s the scientific proof” effectively tabling the discussion. Unfortunately for some, most doctors, common sense is not a science, otherwise they wouyld not rely so heavily on drugs, surgery and radiation and as their main modalities.

Is Dr. Oz just ignorant (has no real knowledge of diet and nutrition) or just a plain demon (someone who uses his title, prestige, etc. to purposely mislead, confuse and harm)?

Acupuncture Physician (FL 1992- 2002). author, Hot and Cold Health and Disease. Available Amazon:on sale: $15.25: http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Cold-Health-Richard-Heft/dp/0974791709 FREE eBook (Intro and Chapters 1 & 2) email: rgheft@netzero.com

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Proper dentist checkups are important for everyone, but they are especially important for people with diabetes. Those with diabetes seem to have many more and severe dental problems.

Mouth related diseases and problems are intimately connected to those with diabetes. This connection is so strong that some people believe that oral disease should be the ‘sixth opathy of diabetes.’

Periodontitis is one of many oral diseases that those with diabetes are especially prone to developing. Periodontal diseases cause inflammation and destruction to the tissues around the teeth such as the gums and bone.

If left to develop, Periodontitis will destroy the periodontal ligaments and the tissues and fibers that connect the tooth to the bone. This will cause the alveolar bone, or tooth socket, to dissolve.

The gums will also show signs of irritation such as swelling, reddening, changing shape, bleeding, and releasing pus. The teeth may also loosen.

As the soft tissue and bony support dissolve, pockets are left in the mouth. These pockets are ideal locations for bacteria to grow and cause infection.

In turn, these infections will cause even more serious and painful conditions. Periodontitis must be caught and treated as soon as possible, otherwise it becomes increasingly more difficult to treat.

Periodontitis begins with plaque buildup on the teeth. Plaque is made up of microorganisms such and dead skin cells and leukocytes.

Plaque buildup is fairly easy to prevent through normal, daily brushing and flossing. Periodontitis is only one of many things that brushing and flossing can prevent.

If plaque is allowed to buildup, it will become hard and turn into what is called tartar. Tartar cannot be removed through home procedures.

When tartar develops it is important that a professional dentist clean it off as soon as possible. Tartar and plaque increase the risk for gums to become infected.

When the gums become infected, a condition called gingivitis is developed. Gingivitis is the first official stage of Periodontitis.

Gingivitis causes the gums to bleed and become very sensitive. Swelling of the gums, tooth loss, and consistent bad breath are all signs of gingivitis.

One of the reasons those with diabetes are more susceptible to Periodontitis is that they have more sugar in their mouth. The sugar increases the chances of plaque buildup and tartar in the mouth.

Due to this fact, people with diabetes are twice as likely to develop Periodontitis. The infections that occur during Perodontitus make it difficult to control the Blood Glucose levels as well.

Inflammation and infection always have an impact on the BG control. However, doctors usually leave the mouth to the dentist to diagnose and often pass over inspecting it.

For people with diabetes, the battle against infection and maintaining control is very difficult. If the infections start winning, the BG control seriously suffers and can put someone in the hospital.

In addition, the infections will wreak lasting damage on the gums, teeth, and mouth. These infections will also affect the insulin requirements of a person.

As gingivitis infections are treated, the insulin requirements will lower again. Diabetes also affects collagen, which is an essential part of the tissue that connects the teeth to the bones and other tissues.

The effects that diabetes has on collagen can allow infections to cause even more damage than normal. Dry Mouth is another common condition associated with those afflicted with diabetes.

Dry mouth is a condition resulting from a low flow of saliva. There are several causes of dry mouth, but saliva is vital to the overall health of your mouth.

Saliva helps clean off bacteria and wash off teeth and gums. This process helps prevent tooth and gum disease.

This condition can be combated through drinking many fluids or through a product recommended by a dentist. Small steps of prevention can save a lot of money, time, and pain.

In addition to brushing and flossing regularly, remember to attend regular dental appointments. Dentists are trained to detect and prevent conditions early on.

While dental procedures may be painful and stressful, they are saving you a lot of time, money, and pain by treating it now. For those with diabetes, it is also vital to stay on proper insulin doses and oral medication to avoid facing problems with BG control.

Prevention is always easier and less stressful in the long run.

Ronald Pedactor is a formal dental hygienist and has authored hundreds of articles relating to dental practice and procedures. He recommends (http://ipsdentist.com) for dental consulting.

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If you experience pain throughout your entire body, and you mostly feel exhausted and have undergone many tests but without your doctor being able to diagnose what is wrong with you, then you may be suffering from a condition known as fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition which has the principal characteristic of widespread pain in your muscles, ligaments and tendons, in addition to fatigue and several tender points which are best described as places on your body where any degree of applied pressure causes pain.

Fibromyalgia is said to be prominent in about 2 percent of the population in the United States. Women are said to be at a heightened of developing the condition in comparison to men. Additionally the risk of developing fibromyalgia progresses with age. Fibromyalgia symptoms have been said to be triggered by a physical or emotional trauma. However in a number of cases there does not appear to be a noticeable trigger.

The signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia may be distinctly different in the affected individuals and may be more pronounced during seasonal weather changes, stress, physical activity or the time of day.

The pain that has been observed by suffers of fibromyalgia is often described as a persistent dull ache that typically arises from the muscles. This widespread pain usually spans above and below the waist line and is generated throughout the entire body.

Fibromyalgia may be worsened when firm pressure is applied to certain areas of your body which are called tender points. These tender point locations may include:
* Sides of hips
* Upper hips
* Upper chest
* Back of the head
* Inner knees
* Between shoulder blades
* Top of shoulders
* Front sides of neck
* Outer elbows

People with fibromyalgia are typically still tired upon waking, even though they appear to get adequate amounts of sleep. Many experts believe that these people do not actually achieve the deep restorative stage of sleep which is necessary for overall well being. Sleep disorders that appear to be correlated to fibromyalgia include restless legs syndrome and sleep apnea.

Many people who are affected by fibromyalgia may also have:
* Rheumatoid arthritis
* Chronic fatigue syndrome
* Restless legs syndrome
* Depression
* Post-traumatic stress disorder
* Osteoarthritis
* Endometriosis
* Headaches
* Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
* Lupus

Doctors do not yet know what triggers the development of fibromyalgia, but it is most likely as a result of several interdependent factors. These may include genetics, infections and physical and/or emotional trauma.

Please visit this link for more information on What Is Fibromyalgia: http://www.quemark.com/what-is-fibromyalgia.html and this link for information on What Is Lupus: http://www.quemark.com/what-is-lupus.html.

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That irritating “Type A” supervisor at work is exactly the type of person to have high blood pressure, right? Actually, not necessarily. In nearly all cases, high blood pressure has no symptoms whatsoever.

So how can you tell? Have a test:

Option #1)
Get one done for free. You can go to your supermarket or pharmacy and use one of their “Free Test” machines. Unfortunately, these machines often haven’t been serviced in years. Ask the pharmacist when the last service was. If you get a confused look with a shrugged shoulder, it’s not a good sign.

Option #2)
Visit your doctor. The one catch with this is called “white coat hypertension.” Some people are just naturally edgy at the doctor and this can temporarily drive up your blood pressure. It’s no excuse not to go though – The Mayo Clinic recommends that everybody over 20 years old get a professional blood pressure check at least every two years.

Option #3)
Do-it-yourself. One of the best ways to get a really accurate overview of your blood pressure is to get an in-home monitor. Some people have “morning hypertension,” for example, which might never be caught except if you do a test right when you roll out of bed. Prices on home-test machines have really come down in recent years. “Omron,” for example, makes some excellent models. It’s a wise investment.

Now, with all of this said, there are indeed some symptoms of high blood pressure. Calling high blood pressure, “The Silent Killer because it has no symptoms,” isn’t entirely true. Headaches, dizziness and nosebleeds are all potential warning signs. But, they typically only occur in cases of dangerously high blood pressure. Plus, because these symptoms are so common and easily ignored, they usually pass unnoticed as “It’s nothing, I just have a headache,” etc.

Another possible indicator of high blood pressure is ‘sleep apnea.’ Sleep apnea is when people stop breathing briefly while they sleep, often associated with heavy snoring. [As an interesting side note, snoring is also an indicator of type II diabetes.]

Blood pressure frequently increases gradually as we age. Especially as we get older, it’s increasingly important to stay vigilant about knowing where our blood pressure is.

Millions of people have high blood pressure and don’t know it. How long has it been since your last blood pressure check? Not to be overly melodramatic but your life depends on it. Time to get tested today.

As a parting word, if you do get diagnosed with high blood pressure, it doesn’t have to mean a lifetime of taking pills. There are many all-natural blood pressure control techniques, such as Guided Breathing, that are just as powerful as the drugs – with zero side effects.

To learn more about natural ways to control your blood pressure without drugs, visit: http://www.LowerBloodPressureDrugFree.com.

Andy Krals is the creator of the Breathtaking Nature Method and founder of Lower Blood Pressure Drug Free.

H1N1, also known as swine flu, has become a phrase that has struck fear around the world, yet many people still don’t understand how it compares to the seasonal influenza virus. The H1N1 virus is a new influenza A virus that is composed of what scientists call a quadruple reassortant, meaning it is made up of several different genetic strains of viruses including two genes from influenza viruses normally circulated in the European and Asian pig populations, one gene from avian influenza and one gene from human influenza.

Contrary to some initial fears, the H1N1 virus is not spread via the food chain, but instead is a respiratory disease spread by contact with infected individuals. It’s spread just as the seasonal influenza virus is passed via infected droplets expelled by coughing or sneezing that can be inhaled, or that can contaminate hands or surfaces.

Who Is At Risk?

When the epidemic was first discovered, panic set in, closing schools. People immediately went to the emergency room rather than the family doctor. Since then, the panic has subsided and most experts suggest only going to the doctor if certain symptoms are present including shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, or fever that continues for more than three days. Parents with young children who are ill are encouraged to seek medical care if a child has fast or labored breathing, continuing fever or seizures.

About 70 percent of people who have been hospitalized with H1N1 virus have had one or more medical conditions that placed them in the ‘high risk’ category for serious seasonal flu-related complications. These conditions include pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, asthma and kidney disease.

Yearly influenza epidemics can seriously affect all age groups, but the highest risk of complications occur among children younger than age two, adults age 65 or older and people of any age with certain medical conditions. Illness with the new H1N1 virus has ranged from mild to severe. The vast majority of people who have contracted H1N1 have recovered without medical treatment, yet hospitalizations and deaths have occurred.

The First Lines Of Defense

Vaccination is recommended by the CDC as the first line of defense to prevent the disease or severe outcomes from the H1N1 virus. Vaccinations have been proven to prevent 70 to 90 percent of influenza-specific illness. Among the elderly, the vaccine reduces severe illnesses and complications by up to 60 percent and deaths by 80 percent.

Seniors (adults 65 years and older) are prioritized for antiviral treatment to limit risk of complication if they contract the flu. While your age could mean you have a lower risk of getting the flu, certain risk conditions (COPD, diabetes, etc.) mean if you get sick, you may have higher risk of complications from any influenza.

However, some groups of people should avoid getting vaccinated for health reasons. These groups include anyone who is allergic to chicken eggs or any other component of the vaccine, anyone who has had an adverse reaction to flu vaccines in the past, and anyone who has had Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

Aside from vaccinations, the second line of defense in fighting flu is good hygiene. Since it’s is spread via hand to mouth and nose contact, hand washing is essential. Hands should be washed frequently and thoroughly for at least 20 seconds. Hand sanitizers are also effective at fighting flu viruses. People who have H1N1 are wise to sneeze into their sleeve rather than hands to prevent transmitting the germs.

Fighting Flu By Boosting Immune Health

It’s impossible to not be exposed to seasonal or H1N1 flu at some point, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that everyone who is exposed will become ill. Boosting immunity before coming in contact with the virus can help ward it off.

Fighting flu and enhancing immune health is possible by building immunity with vitamin C, zinc and elderberry extract. Vitamin C increases the production of infection-fighting white blood cells and antibodies that coat cell surfaces, preventing the entry of viruses. Zinc increases the production of white blood cells that fight infections and helps them fight more aggressively while also assisting white cells release more antibodies.

Perhaps one of the most promising immunity boosters is elderberry extract. Research conducted at the University of Oslo has demonstrated that products containing elderberry extract also aid in the prevention of the influenza virus by preventing viruses from attaching to host cells, thereby preventing infection.

Good hygiene, vaccination and immune support such as vitamin C, zinc and products containing elderberry extract provide several of the barriers required to fight the H1N1 virus.

Chris Harmen is a writer for Respiratory Guard. The elderberry lozenges are a natural dietary supplement made from elderberry extract, which maintains immune health (http://www.respiratoryguard.com) and boosts the immune system (http://www.h1n1flucures.com).

During the flu season, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends vaccinations as the best defense to catching the seasonal influenza virus. With H1N1 flu now spreading rapidly around the globe, vaccinations have become the norm, but not everyone can get the flu shot, or the H1N1 vaccine.

Several factors are involved in the issue of vaccination. People who are allergic to eggs cannot get the vaccination. There is also the problem of having a limited supply of vaccines for those who should have one and those who want one. And often, the seasonal flu shot is prepared with the latest strains of influenza, but by the time it is distributed, other strains may be spreading.

Those who aren’t vaccinated can still take measures for fighting flu viruses with other remedies and healthy life habits. Influenza remedies include vitamin C, zinc, astragalus and elderberry extract. Healthy life habits include good nutrition, exercise, plenty of sleep and good hygiene.

Choosing Alternative Flu Remedies

Boosting one’s immune health is essential in fighting flu. Products such as vitamin C, zinc and astragalus are proven to provide immunity. Vitamin C increases the production of infection-fighting white blood cells and antibodies that coat cell surfaces, preventing the entry of viruses. Zinc increases the production of white blood cells that fight infections and helps them fight more aggressively, while also assisting white blood cells to release more antibodies. Astragalus, a Chinese herb, has antiviral and immune-boosting properties much like those found in vitamin C and zinc.

Elderberry extract has recently received a lot of attention in the news as an immune booster that has anti-viral capabilities. Scientific studies have found that taking elderberry extract shortened the course of the influenza significantly with up to ninety percent of the people experiencing almost complete recovery within three days. It’s believed that elderberry extract inhibits an enzyme known as neuraminidase, a protein that promotes the spread of the virus within the body.

Elderberry extract can be found in several formulas including syrups and lozenges. Since there are many fraudulent flu products available today that make claims of curing influenza, it’s important to investigate their efficacy before taking them. Elderberry lozenges, made from elderberry extract, have been scientifically proven to help prevent influenza viruses from attaching to host cells, thereby preventing infection.

A Healthy Lifestyle

Practicing good hygiene is one of the best defenses to avoid becoming ill. That begins with avoiding sick people and staying home when you are sick. Doctors herald proper hand-washing techniques as the number one way to avoid spreading germs. Washing with soap and warm water for about 20 seconds is a great habit, especially after touching public doorknobs, phones, and other surfaces that others come in regular contact with. Liquid hand sanitizers and alcohol wipes are good alternatives when soap and water isn’t readily available. Antibacterial sanitizers do not contribute to viral resistance, but alcohol wipes have the added ability to kill both bacteria and viruses.

Staying healthy includes exercise, rest, a diet filled with fruits and vegetables, and staying well hydrated. Eating foods that are high in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, carrots and broccoli can arm cells to ward off viruses.

By maintaining good health habits such as drinking plenty of fluids, getting enough rest and exercise, following proper nutritional guidelines and taking elderberry lozenges to improve respiratory health, fighting flu viruses without the shot is easier now than ever before.

Chris Harmen is a writer for Respiratory Guard Elderberry Lozenges (http://www.respiratoryguard.com/product.php). The lozenges are made from elderberry extract, a natural dietary supplement that has been scientifically proven to block the attack of viruses (http://www.h1n1flucures.com).