tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63455708629499943522024-03-13T00:50:51.871-07:00Proactive Health Solutions, LLCThe Benefits of Thermal Imaging in Monitoring HealthProactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-27767134901318839182016-11-14T12:53:00.000-08:002016-11-14T12:53:54.135-08:00<h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b> A New Paradigm in Healthcare</b></span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Brenda
and I are breaking with our usual format and bring information to you via this
newsletter about a <strong>medical
cost-sharing program</strong>. We have come across several of our
clients who use this type of plan and so Brenda and I have looked into learning
a bit more.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">As a
member of a recognized medical cost-sharing program that is registered as a
religious-based non-profit (501(c)3), you will be exempt from the requirements
of the Affordable Care Act to purchase health insurance and there are no taxes
or penalties. </span></strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">You can
compare medical cost-sharing and health insurance like you would compare a bank
and a credit union. A bank has share-holders and works for profit, while a
credit union is a non-profit organization and works like a
co-op.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Here is
a list of the medical cost-sharing companies we have
found:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Liberty
HealthShare</span><span> </span></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Medi-Share</span><span> </span></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Christian Healthcare
Ministries</span><span> </span></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Samaritan</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">
</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Here is
a great link that compares each of the above programs: </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4541&m=6466&nl=40&s=67f214b99c4b61aecb09db4d6e421a0e&lid=72809&l=-http--www.medicalcostshare.com/comparison-of-major-healthcare-sharing-ministries.html" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4541&m=6466&nl=40&s=67f214b99c4b61aecb09db4d6e421a0e&lid=72809&l=-http--www.medicalcostshare.com/comparison-of-major-healthcare-sharing-ministries.html"><strong title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4541&m=6466&nl=40&s=67f214b99c4b61aecb09db4d6e421a0e&lid=72809&l=-http--www.medicalcostshare.com/comparison-of-major-healthcare-sharing-ministries.html"><span style="color: #804534;" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4541&m=6466&nl=40&s=67f214b99c4b61aecb09db4d6e421a0e&lid=72809&l=-http--www.medicalcostshare.com/comparison-of-major-healthcare-sharing-ministries.html">Comparative
Review of MCSP</span></strong></a><strong> </strong></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">These
companies are Christian-based organizations and each have their own core values
and shared beliefs. Some of the basic tenants of this type of cost-sharing are
excerpted from Liberty HealthShare website:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We believe that our
personal rights and liberties originate from God and are bestowed on us by God,
and are not concessions granted to us by governments or men. </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We believe it is our
biblical and ethical obligation to assist our fellow man when they are in need
according to our available resources and opportunity. </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We believe it is our
spiritual duty to God and our ethical duty to others to maintain a healthy
lifestyle and avoid foods, behaviors or habits that produce sickness or disease.
</span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We believe it is our
fundamental right of conscience to direct our own healthcare, in consultation
with physicians, family or other valued advisors, free from government dictates,
restraints and oversight. </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333;">Also
from Liberty HealthShare website: </span></span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Obviously
medical cost sharing is not for everyone. You qualify to join our community if
you: </span></em><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Don't use tobacco in
any form </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Don't abuse alcohol,
illegal drugs or prescription drugs </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Are healthy and lead a
healthy lifestyle </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">And agree with our
shared beliefs (above) </span></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><span style="color: #333333;">So
what’s the catch??</span></strong><span style="color: #333333;"></span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #3a3166;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>"The Catch"</b></span>
</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">The
catch is that health care cost sharing <strong>IS NOT</strong> insurance. We do
not make an insurance guarantee or insure that you will receive benefits.
However, medical cost sharing members do actually pay for their memberships
medical costs. For example, since its inception in 1988, Liberty HealthShare's
membership has not failed to pay for any shared expenses that were eligible for
sharing under its guidelines. The members commit to pay for each other’s medical
costs by paying a <strong>fixed</strong> monthly "share
amount" to pay for each other’s expenses.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #3a3166;"> </span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #3a3166;">Please
remember this:</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Medical
cost sharing is not insurance. Many people are concerned that our membership
group is not going to be there for them in a crisis. We want you to remember
that if you're preparing for crisis then you're exactly the type of person we
want involved in our membership. We're committed to helping each other. We are
morally and ethically linked and that is an incredibly strong
commitment.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Again, this information is specific to Liberty HealthShare, so
please do your research to learn more about each company that offers this type
of medical cost-sharing.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #3a3166;"> </span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #3a3166;">And on a
personal note:</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Brenda,
an insulin-dependent Type 1 diabetic compared the costs related to LibertyHealth
Share and the current premiums in the Obamacare plan. In her analysis, the
monthly cost for LibertyHealth Share (including monthly prescriptions and use of
current Durable Medical Equipment) compared to the monthly cost of Obamacare
came out to a $27 difference. Some of the advantages of LibertyHealth Share
that led to Brenda leaving the Obamacare Exchange are:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Keeps her current
health practitioner and endocrinologist </span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">All doctor visits are
covered 100% once the annual unshared amount is met </span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">She would be covered up
to $1,000,000 for any catastrophic event (hospitalization, surgery, etc.)
</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Discounted rate for
ongoing prescriptions through SavNet (one-time prescriptions are fully covered)
</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Nutritional supplements
are covered when prescribed by an in-network physician who has undergone
Functional Medicine Certification and Training </span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">She is among other
like-minded individuals who value health and wellness
</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">From
the inception of Proactive Health Solutions in 2003, we both looked forward to
the day when thermal imaging, along with a new understanding of health, would be
"standard of care.” Perhaps we are closer to that belief than we’ve ever been.
</span></span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-56106350576111550232016-10-10T14:28:00.000-07:002016-10-10T15:17:48.176-07:00<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Where Does All the Garbage Go?</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lately,
my sister and I have been seeing a lot of lymphatic congestion in the images we
take and often the client will have questions pertaining to this topic.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lymphatic
congestion, is a condition in which the lymphatic system fails to drain
properly, allowing toxins and cellular waste products (garbage) to accumulate in
the body. It is the job of the lymph system to remove the garbage. This is a
particular problem for cancer patients who’ve had lymph nodes removed or
otherwise damaged in treatment, but you don’t have to have a chronic disease to
experience stagnant lymph. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Initial breast scan</span></b><span style="font-size: 9pt;"> results stated client was at <i><b>some risk for breast
disease</b></i>. This baseline thermal scan motivated client to make
significant changes in her diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management habits.
<br />Notice the yellow/orange colors in both breast with more on left breast, as
well as large amounts of red beneath breasts. These findings of lymph congestion
put her at risk for disease development in the future.
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: 9pt;">3 Month Follow Up</span></b><span style="font-size: 9pt;"> study showed significant improvement after improving her
diet by eliminating sugar, wheat, dairy and drinking more water. This led to
better sleep and more desire to exercise. Client was listed now at <i><b>low
risk for breast disease</b></i>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Annual</span></b><span style="font-size: 9pt;">
thermogram shows client is maintaining her healthier lifestyle and her risk was
lowered <i><b>to within normal limits and at low risk for breast
disease</b></i>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lymphatic
congestion can lead to swollen tonsils; recurrent sore throats; chronically
enlarged lymph nodes, swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, and/or breasts; slow
healing; and itchy rashes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Note
the intense hyperthermia in the right axilla. <br />This client is determined to
reduce the inflammation and lymph congestion in her 2017 annual breast
thermogram </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">How the
Lymphatic System Works</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The
lymphatic system plays an important role in both removing wastes and toxins from
the body and in maintaining its immunity against pathogens. It does this by
circulating lymph—a transparent fluid containing white blood cells and
proteins—around the body and draining interstitial fluid from between the cells.
That extracellular space is where the cells dump their wastes and where other
toxins and debris can accumulate. If this gunk builds up, we begin to feel
stiff, swollen, heavy, and lifeless.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lymph
channels draw this fluid up from the limbs and down from the head toward the
chest, where it dumps into the circulatory system via the veins under the
collarbones. Lymph channels run throughout the entire body—both close to the
surface and also deep within the torso around every organ. The lymph from the
legs and pelvis, for example, drains into the thoracic duct, which originates in
the abdomen and travels up the chest to the left
collarbone.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As the
lymph wends its way up the body, it passes through filtering stations in the
channels called lymph nodes. These contain collections of white blood cells
(lymphocytes) that can destroy potentially harmful impurities or bacteria and
viruses in the lymph.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">When
the lymphocytes are active, we experience what we call “swollen glands”—painful,
enlarged nodes most commonly noticed in the throat, on the sides of the neck,
under the arm, or in the groin. This is a good sign that your immune system is
working to defend you. However, if after trying the suggestions below, your
lymph nodes remain swollen for more than a few weeks, be sure to tell your
doctor. Chronically swollen lymph nodes, especially ones that are hard, fixed to
the tissues or skin nearby, or growing rapidly need prompt
attention.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Lymph congestion reduces the ability of toxins and
metabolic wastes to be removed from the breast tissue. This can lead to breast
pains and/or breast lumps that raise a concern for further testing.
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lymph
Massage</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Most of
the lymph channels lie just under the skin, so a very light massage is all it
takes to stimulate the flow of lymph. Just the weight of your hand will suffice
as you stroke toward the chest, starting at the feet and working up each limb
and the body. Uncomfortable or unsure about doing this yourself? A massage
therapist trained in lymphatic massage will know what to do for congested
lymph.</span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">If you
are interested in performing lymphatic massage on yourself, here is a great
YouTube video by Heather Wibbels, LMT for <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69870&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-QA-wi0d7-Ro" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69870&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-QA-wi0d7-Ro">head congestion</a>.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">And
here’s one for <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69871&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-3PmHuanqbAQ" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69871&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-3PmHuanqbAQ">draining lymph from the axilla</a>.</span><br />
<br />
<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Skin
Brushing</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Also
called “dry brushing,” this do-it-yourself technique promotes lymph flow by
gently brushing the skin in the same direction as the lymph is traveling—from
the feet and hands up toward the collarbones. This is usually done upon rising
(before a shower) using a natural, soft-bristled brush on dry
skin.</span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Here’s
a good YouTube video of <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69872&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-fxshIwrRu0g" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69872&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-fxshIwrRu0g">how to dry brush</a>.</span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Another
good option is to <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69873&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-khCtpHj5hjw" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4483&m=6395&nl=40&s=f7e4e1ad0177f4f668370f96704ddc0b&lid=69873&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-khCtpHj5hjw">use a rebounder to move lymph</a>. </span><br />
<br />
<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Go with
the Flow</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">While
yoga (and bodywork) can dramatically improve the flow of lymph, it will be even
more effective if you modify your diet to keep all of your body’s systems
flowing smoothly. For example, lymph becomes thicker and less mobile when we are
dehydrated, but flows well when we drink plenty of fluids. To stay well
hydrated, you should drink 64 or more ounces of water a
day.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Similarly,
a sluggish digestive tract can create a situation where toxins in the colon get
reabsorbed into nearby lymph channels, increasing the general toxic load in the
body. To stay regular, drink more water, eat more fiber, exercise moderately,
and practice relaxation daily. And consider taking a soluble fiber like psyllium
to help get things moving again.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">And
because systemic inflammation can create congestion and swelling that can
inhibit the flow of lymph and other bodily fluids, do your best to avoid
inflammation-causing foods like sugar, refined flour, soda, and processed foods.
In their stead, eat foods that counter inflammation, such as most vegetables,
lemons and limes, avocados, beans, sprouts, figs, some whole grains (spelt,
buckwheat, millet), and some oils (sesame, olive, coconut, fish, and
flax).</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-30589361906058520982016-08-02T14:51:00.000-07:002016-08-02T14:51:03.618-07:00<h2>
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 8pt;"><span style="color: #0c343d;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">MTHFR and Homocysteine </span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">In our
May, 2016 newsletter we introduced the problem in detoxification if you have a
MTHFR genetic mutation. Prior to reading this month’s newsletter, <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4417&m=6316&nl=40&s=dc2428755aaecb870b40b0b0adc29174&lid=65275&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/2016/05/mthfr-what-heck-does-that-mean.html" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4417&m=6316&nl=40&s=dc2428755aaecb870b40b0b0adc29174&lid=65275&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/2016/05/mthfr-what-heck-does-that-mean.html"><span style="color: #804534;" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4417&m=6316&nl=40&s=dc2428755aaecb870b40b0b0adc29174&lid=65275&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/2016/05/mthfr-what-heck-does-that-mean.html">you
might consider reviewing the information</span></a>. </span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Thermal
imaging is a means to monitor for inflammation. Inflammation is the precursor
to a host of chronic diseases. Thus, if you can limit inflammation, you can
either help yourself avoid a disease, or limit the effects of an existing
diagnosis. For example, if you are a type 1 diabetic, managing blood sugar
control is MUCH easier when the chaos of inflammation is reduced.
“Inflammation” is just another term for “whole-body chaos” that causes a
disruption in your body’s ability to achieve homeostasis. </span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The
MTHFR pathway is one way you detoxify and then support your glutathione
(antioxidant) system. But to optimize your glutathione production, you need to
know about homocysteine. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Homocysteine
is a naturally occurring amino acid produced during
methylation:</span></span><br />
<h2>
<span style="color: #804534; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Figure
1</span></h2>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 8pt;"> <img alt="Figure 1" border="0" height="249" id="_x0000_i1027" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2016/image001.jpg" style="height: 2.593in; width: 4.739in;" width="455" /> </span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Increased
levels of homocysteine is associated with:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">A
strong correlation of predicting and preceding the development of cardiovascular
disease <em><b><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">(a more accurate
predictor of death than cholesterol, blood pressure, or
smoking)</span></b></em></span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Alzheimer’s, dementia,
declining memory, and poor concentration and judgment</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Difficulty in conception
and repeated early miscarriage</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Migraines</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Diabetes</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Osteoporosis</span></span></li>
</ul>
<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong><span style="color: #804534; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The
Fate of Homocysteine</span></strong></span><span style="color: #804534; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"></span></h2>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Homocysteine
can be rendered harmless when cofactors, vitamins, and enzymatic reactions are
present to quickly convert it back to methionine or cysteine, both of which are
harmless and necessary amino acids. Methionine and cysteine are precursors to
glutathione, your innate antioxidant system.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">So, if
there is a lack of cofactors that converts homocysteine into harmless amino
acids, it accumulates in your body and leads to disease. A reduction in the
activity of the MTHFR gene plays a role in producing necessary cofactors for
optimal conversion. Without addressing this defect properly, detoxification is
impaired and health is compromised.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Other
contributing factors to high homocysteine include poor diet, poor lifestyle
(smoking, high coffee and alcohol intake), some prescription drugs, diabetes,
rheumatoid arthritis, and poor thyroid function.</span></span><br />
<br />
<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong><span style="color: #804534; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The
Good News</span></strong></span><span style="color: #804534; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"></span></h2>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">High
homocysteine levels can be normalized through diet and vitamin supplementation
(vitamin B12, B6, B2, zinc, and others).</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 8pt;"><img alt="Methionine - Homocysteine Cycle" border="0" height="269" id="_x0000_i1028" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2016/methionine.jpg" style="height: 2.802in; width: 3.76in;" width="361" /></span><br />
<h2>
<span style="color: #804534; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Summary of the
Importance of Glutathione (GSH)</span> </span></h2>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">GSH is involved in many
cell processes, including cell differentiation, proliferation, and programmed
cell death</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Daily living activities
create free radicals. Adequate GSH helps in cellular repair from free radical
damage</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The liver is dependent
on GSH to carry-out its role of chemical detoxification</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The liver needs GSH to
make bile, an essential component of fat metabolism</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">GSH is essential for
optimal immune function, homeostasis, oxygen transport, protection of DNA, and
the removal of heavy metals</span></span></li>
</ul>
<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong><span style="color: #804534; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Interesting
Coincidence?</span></strong></span><span style="color: #804534; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">An
established client came in for her full body scan and had been diagnosed with
the MTHFR A1298C mutation and started on the supplements specific to her
condition. She was concerned that she would have lots of inflammation due to
this new diagnosis. <br />This client noted the following since starting on her
new supplement regime she has been on for about 2 years:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Decrease in bilateral
breast tenderness</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Able to eat most
anything without experiencing flu-like symptoms for several days afterwards /
improved digestion</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Significantly decreased
sinus congestion and allergies</span></span>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Overall feeling of
well-being</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Below
are her images of breast and abdomen. (Due to significant allergy symptoms,
client was unable to have her 2015 imaging, so there is a break in the
continuity of imaging.)</span></span><br />
<br />
<h3>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="color: #073763;">Breast Images</span> </span></span></h3>
<span style="font-size: small;">
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</td>
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<img border="0" height="113" id="_x0000_i1029" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2016/breast-scan-1.jpg" style="height: 1.177in; width: 1.583in;" width="152" /><br /><strong>2014</strong></div>
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<img border="0" height="113" id="_x0000_i1030" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2016/breast-scan-2.jpg" style="height: 1.177in; width: 1.583in;" width="152" /><br /><strong>2016</strong></div>
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<h3>
<span style="color: #0c343d;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Abdominal images</strong></span></span><span style="color: #3a3166;"></span></h3>
</td>
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<img border="0" height="113" id="_x0000_i1031" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2016/abdominal-1.jpg" style="height: 1.177in; width: 1.583in;" width="152" /><br /><strong>2014</strong></div>
</td>
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<img border="0" height="112" id="_x0000_i1032" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2016/abdominal-2.jpg" style="height: 1.166in; width: 1.572in;" width="151" /><br /><strong>2016</strong></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Realize,
thermography cannot diagnose any condition, but often improvement in the ability
to detoxify the body can be seen in comparative scans with reduction in
inflammation.</span></span><br />
<br />
<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong><span style="color: #804534; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Summary</span></strong></span><span style="color: #804534; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">We spend
lots of money and time working to optimize health. With thermal imaging, we
watch for changes over time as an early indication of changes in health. Both of
us have noticed an increase in the number of our clients, both established and
new, that come into our clinics with a diagnosis of MTHFR mutation. Many of
these clients are finally finding answers to their struggles and we encourage
all of our clients to explore this avenue for themselves.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The
methylation cycle is complex and this newsletter is not meant to give a complete
understanding of its importance. MTHFR mutations effect your detoxification
system as well as neurotransmitter production. Please speak with your healthcare
provider about any questions or concerns you may have regarding your
risks.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Yours in
health,</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><br />Brenda and Lynda Witt</span></span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-26670544284948403142016-07-11T12:10:00.002-07:002016-07-11T12:10:18.501-07:00Not All Breast Lumps are Breast Cancer<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lately, Brenda and I have been receiving many phone calls from women who have
found a lump (or lumps) in their breasts. They ask for our help and guidance for
what to do next. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Before we give any suggestions though, we go through this information to help
women come to a place of reassurance and grounding. We all understand just how
frightening it can be to discover a lump in our breast, so we feel it is
important that more information is shared.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Please note that we always suggest that women follow their intuition on their
breast health and never deny what it is they truly know. Follow up and
evaluation is so very important for all discreet breast findings.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Note: 90% of Breast Conditions are <em>Not</em> Cancer</strong></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong> </strong></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>90%</strong> of Breast Health problems are benign.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Abnormalities may include:</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><u>CYSTS</u></strong></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They are <strong>NOT</strong> related to breast cancer.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">About 60% of women will have at least one cyst during their lifetime.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Cysts are collections of fluids in breast tissue.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They are usually small and do not cause problems, but may increase in size,
form a lump, or cause pain or tenderness.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Cysts occur most commonly between the ages of 35 and 50 years and especially
between 42 and 48 years.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They are uncommon after menopause except in women on Hormone Replacement
Therapy. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><u>HORMONAL THICKENING</u></strong></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Hormonal thickening is NOT related to the development of breast cancer.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This can occur at any age during the reproductive years and may come and go.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It is a response to hormone changes and is often related to pre-menopausal
breast tenderness. It usually disappears naturally after menopause.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Further diagnosis can be made with a combination of breast examination,
mammography, ultrasound and needle biopsy.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">No treatment is necessary unless there is pain. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><u>FIBROADENOMA</u></strong></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They are not related to breast cancer but do need to be accurately
diagnosed. This can usually be done by needle biopsy.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These are very common nodules in the breast and are commonly benign.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They are common in young women (under 25) but can occur at any age.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They appear as oval, tender masses and may not be able to be felt as lumps.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Many women have more than one.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Diagnosis is usually made by ultrasound, needle biopsy and mammography (in
older women).
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">They may be removed by surgery but this is not essential. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><u>NIPPLE DISCHARGE</u></strong></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Most nipple discharges are harmless - particularly if the discharge comes
from more than one duct and from both nipples.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If the discharge is bloodstained or watery it is important to see your
doctor.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These discharges are due to the production of fluid by normal breast cells
in response to hormones. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This is simply information and should not to take the place of your own
knowing and inner wisdom, or replace what your healthcare practitioner suggests
for you to do.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Please feel free to call us if you have any findings that you are concerned
about. As always, thermography can be part of your breast health evaluation, but
other testing measures may also be necessary for complete evaluation and
diagnosis.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in health,<br />Brenda and Lynda Witt</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-75199434764968695682016-05-31T13:41:00.001-07:002016-05-31T13:49:15.003-07:00MTHFR - What the heck does that mean?<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">What priority do you place on your health? Many of our clients,
perhaps all, are aware of the things that help us achieve optimal
health. Handfuls of supplements, organic diet, meditation, acupuncture,
chiropractic care are all utilized to aid in health. Other tools may
include chelation therapy, whole-body cleanses, vitamin drips, or
glutathione infusions. Ultimately, all of these choices come down to
aid in detoxification and limiting the effects of inflammation. Our own
innate anti-oxidant system is our glutathione system.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Despite your best efforts (and your hard-earned money), you may not
be able to achieve optimal detoxification. All the money you spend on
your health and all your best efforts might not be benefitting you as
much as you think. Why? You might have a genetic mutation on your <b><span style="color: #804534;">M</span>ethylene<span style="color: #804534;">T</span>etra<span style="color: #804534;">H</span>ydro<span style="color: #804534;">F</span>olate <span style="color: #804534;">R</span>eductase</b> enzyme. <b><span style="color: #804534;">MTHFR.</span></b></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span>
<div style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>MTHFR Genetic mutations are common</i></b></span></div>
<div style="color: black;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There are two key mutations (variants) that are tested for in the MTHFR gene:<br /><b><span style="color: #804534;">MTHFR C677T</span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #804534;"></span></b></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #804534;">MTHFR A1298C</span></b></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Key definitions:</b><br /><b>Heterozygous</b> = 1 copy of the gene from <b><i>either</i></b> parent<br /><b>Homozygous</b> = 1 copy of the gene from <b><i>each parent</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Below is a summary of the <b><i>frequency</i></b> of a MTHFR mutation in a mixed population and the effect of the mutation on methylation capacity:</span><br />
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><u>MTHFR C677T</u></b></span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><u>MTHFR A1298C</u></b></span></span></td>
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Normal (no mutation) C677T</span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Normal (no mutation) A1298C</span></span></td>
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Frequency: 44%</span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Frequency: 46%</span></span></td>
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<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation Capacity: Not Impaired</span></span></td>
<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation Capacity: Not Impaired</span></span></td>
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Heterozygous C677T</span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Heterozygous A1298C</span></span></td>
</tr>
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Frequency: 41%</span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Frequency: 41%</span></span></td>
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<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation Capacity:40% loss of function </span></span></td>
<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation Capacity: 20% loss of function</span></span></td>
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Homozygous C677T</span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Homozygous A1298C</span></span></td>
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<td style="padding-bottom: 10px; padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Frequency: 15%</span></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Frequency: 13%</span></span></td>
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<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation Capacity:70% loss of function </span></span></td>
<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); padding-top: 10px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation Capacity: 40% loss of function</span></span></td>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Incidentally, if you are heterozygous for both mutations,
methylation capacity is reduced by 50% (frequency of mutation is
unknown)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<div style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Cellular biology</i></b></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Every cell of our body (all 50 trillion of them!) works to
optimize health by changing toxins into less toxic particles. As an
example, one of the ways it does this is by adding <b>methyl</b>
groups (CH3) to heavy metals, making them water soluble and we then
excrete them through urination. Adding methyl groups to detoxify and
protect us is called <b><i>methylation</i></b> and this is the goal of our body in how it wants to protect us and keep us healthy. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<ul><div style="margin-left: -20px;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation is so critical to overall health. Here are just a few things that the CH3 groups do for us:</span></div>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Repairs and regenerates your cells, tissues and DNA</span></li>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Regulates gene expression and protein function</span></li>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Synthesizes neurotransmitters that influence mood, sleep, behavior, cognition, and memory</span></li>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Controls homocysteine; keeps inflammation in check</span></li>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Aids liver in processing fats</span></li>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Activates and modulates the immune system</span></li>
<li style="padding: 10px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Modifies toxins and heavy metals</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">When we eat foods that contain folic acid (vitamin B9), MTHR
converts it to methyl-folate. Methyl folate is the key player in the
methylation pathway. A defective MTHFR enzyme may cause you to produce
20-70% less methyl folate than others. Lower methylation puts you at
risk for developing certain diseases.</span><br />
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<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Abnormal methylation in…</b></span></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Is associated with…</b></span></td>
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<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">DNA</span></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cancer</span></td>
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<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Endothelium (cells that line blood vessels)</span></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis</span></td>
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<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">White Blood Cells</span></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 10px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Excessive blood clotting, stroke</span></td>
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<div style="color: black;">
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<div style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>First things first</i></b></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Methylation can be optimized but first, find out if you have a
MTHFR mutation. Below is a list of resources and tests you can use to
determine methylation defects that you may have:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<ul>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.dramyyasko.com/about-us/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.dramyyasko.com/about-us/</span></a></span></li>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.23andme.com/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.23andme.com/</span></a></span></li>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://doccarnahan.blogspot.com/2013/05/mthfr-gene-mutation-whats-big-deal.html" style="color: blue;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">http://doccarnahan.blogspot.com/2013/05/mthfr-gene-mutation-whats-big-deal.html</span></a></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">However, before you spend money on any test, make sure you know what it will cost to <b><i>understand</i></b> the results and know what to do about it. Your physician is your best resource and consulting her/him is important. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<div style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>If you have a mutation, what happens next?</i></b></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Again, your practitioner will be your best and most-trusted
resource. But you can supplement with methyl folate and methylated B12
to help your detoxification pathway. It’s important to know what <b><i>type</i></b> of mutation you have and then what to do about it.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<div style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Interesting Coincidence?</i></b></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">An established client came in for her full body scan and had been
diagnosed with the MTHFR A1298C mutation and started on the supplements
specific to her condition. She was concerned that she would have lots
of inflammation due to this new diagnosis. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This client noted the following since starting on her new supplement regime she has been on for about 2 years:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<ul>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Decrease in bilateral breast tenderness</span></li>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Able to eat most anything without experiencing flu-like symptoms for several days afterwards / improved digestion</span></li>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Significantly decreased sinus congestion and allergies</span></li>
<li style="padding: 5px 0;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Overall feeling of well-being</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Below are her images of breast and abdomen. (Due to significant
allergy symptoms, client was unable to have her 2015 imaging, so there
is a break in the continuity of imaging.)</span><br />
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<br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="border: solid 1px #000; display: inline-block; margin-top: 3px; padding: 4px 8px;"><b>2016</b></span></span></td>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><span style="border: solid 1px #000; display: inline-block; margin-top: 3px; padding: 4px 8px;"><b>2016</b></span></span></td>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Realize, thermography cannot diagnose any condition, but often
improvement in the ability to detoxify the body can be seen in
comparative scans with reduction in inflammation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
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<div style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Summary</i></b></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We spend lots of money and time working to optimize health. With
thermal imaging, we watch for changes over time as an early indication
of changes in health. Both Lynda and I have noticed an increase in the
number of our clients, both established and new, that come into our
clinics with a diagnosis of MTHFR mutation. Many of these clients are
finally finding answers to their struggles and we encourage all of our
clients to explore this avenue for themselves.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The methylation cycle is complex and this newsletter is not meant
to give a complete understanding of its importance. MTHFR mutations
effect your detoxification system as well as neurotransmitter
production. We may discuss this further in a future newsletter and
share our experience with our own familial MTHFR mutation in one of our family member.
Please let us know what you think and as always, share this information
with your loved ones.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Yours in health,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br />Brenda and Lynda Witt</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">P.S. For those interested, Brenda is heterozygous for C677T mutation; no A1298C mutation.</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-7779384194461459642016-04-29T10:29:00.002-07:002016-04-29T10:29:53.511-07:00Understanding Breast DITI - Part 2<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Today’s newsletter is Part 2 of a two-part series clarifying the question of
why DITI may sometimes “miss” a tumor. We began this discussion in our February
2016 newsletter. To read this newsletter entitled: <strong><em>Understanding
Breast DITI – Part 1</em></strong>, you may click here (<a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4323&m=6206&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=60949&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4323&m=6206&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=60949&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/">http://phs-thermography.blogspot.com</a>). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Again, we strive to convey <em>accurate and reliable information regarding
what thermography can detect and how it is best utilized as a tool for
monitoring breast health.</em></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In this edition, we address some of the Frequently Asked Questions.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em>If a tumor is not active, dormant, or not exhibiting any
temperature differentials does that mean it's not significant and I won't need
to do anything?</em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Cancer is unpredictable and it wouldn't be prudent to make such a
far-reaching assumption. The truth is we don't know that it isn't significant.
We encourage you to talk to a medical practitioner about what options there are
regarding this finding.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em> If a tumor is established, would this been seen in a
mammogram?</em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Older, more established tumors can be radiographically dense and therefore
have a higher chance of being seen by a mammogram. However, there is no test
that has 100% detection rate. On average, mammography will miss 1 in every 6
tumors.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em> If I've had annual mammograms and they were all negative, would
it be okay if I don't have any more? (Then I could just use thermography
annually)</em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Understand that <u>mammography's</u> biggest limitation as an effective
screening tool is <strong>breast density</strong>. As we age, breast density
diminishes and the effectiveness of mammography would possibly increase.
Although you may have had a negative mammogram several years ago, your breast
density may have changed in such a way that what was difficult to see previously
is now easier to visualize. This would likely increase the effectiveness of
detection of tumors possibly not seen thermographically. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em>There has been a lot in the news about Stage 0 (DCIS) breast
cancer not actually being a malignancy, can DITI see this type of breast
cancer?</em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We actually have written about this research finding in another edition of
our newsletter titled: <strong><em>The Dilemma of Stage 0 - DCIS.</em></strong>
(<a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4323&m=6206&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=60949&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4323&m=6206&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=60949&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/">http://phs-thermography.blogspot.com</a>) and we understand the
concern about this type of finding. DCIS, ductal carcinoma in situ is a small
pileup of abnormal cells in the lining of the milk duct. You cannot feel it
because there is nothing to be felt; there is no lump. But the cells can be seen
in a mammogram, and when a pathologist examines them, they can look like cancer
cells. The cells have not broken free of the milk duct or invaded the breast.
And they may never break free. The lesion might go away on its own or it might
invade the breast or spread throughout the body. That raises questions about
what, if anything, to do about it.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It is often called Stage 0 cancer, but researchers say their view of cancer
is changing. They used to think cancers began as clusters of abnormal cells, and
unless destroyed, the cells would inevitably grow and spread and kill. Clusters
of abnormal cells like DCIS can sometimes disappear, stop growing or simply
remain in place and never cause a problem. The suspicion is that the abnormal
cells may be harmless and may not require treatment. But no one has done a
rigorous study comparing outcomes for women who get treatment to those who get
no treatment. <em>From a thermography perspective: Again, because all cancers
behave differently, we may not see <strong>any</strong> changes on your
thermogram, especially if the cells stop growing or remain in the milk duct and
not develop further.</em> For more information specific to Stage 0 – DCIS, visit
our blog and scroll down to our post October 2015. (<a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4323&m=6206&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=60949&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4323&m=6206&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=60949&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/">http://phs-thermography.blogspot.com</a>) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em>Can I have a thermogram every other year?</em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Preventive screenings are best utilized annually for comparative studies to
help determine your “trend” over time. Are you trending toward inflammation and
away from health? Our interpreting thermologists make this statement with
respects to thermograms: <strong>Annual screening is the optimal time frame in
ascertaining personal variants and reducing the chance of false-negative thermal
findings. False-negative thermal findings may occur when the study interval is
more than one year as the human body may have accommodated or encapsulated
cancer cells and in that case, the developed cancer has become thermographically
'silent.’</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Ultimately, it's your responsibility to look at all the data, talk to your
doctor and decide what the best plan is for you. See chart below.</span><br />
<img alt="" height="444" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/april2016/active-cancer-cells-chart.png" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;" width="481" /><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Screening thermography has the opportunity to <strong>detect changes</strong>
at any stage in the development from the first year through to when a tumor is
dense enough to be seen with mammography. Ideally, if change is detected it’s
best to work with your doctor to evaluate this and make clinical recommendations
and possibly prescribe other diagnostic testing.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Earlier detection may lead to earlier diagnosis and possibly more treatment
options. Ideally, it would be best to optimize breast health and
<strong>prevent</strong> the advancement of disease.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In prevention,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Brenda and Lynda Witt</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-14986421733841349942016-03-16T10:54:00.001-07:002016-03-16T10:54:46.146-07:00Understanding Breast DITI - Part 1<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">My sister, Lynda, and I are Level III Certified Clinical Thermographers,
certified and trained by the ACCT, American College of Clinical Thermology. We
are grateful to be part of this wellness industry and strive to grow our
individual businesses with integrity. We have several people working with us as
employees or advocates of thermography and we work to ensure that they are
properly trained when sharing the benefits of DITI.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>We challenge ourselves, our employees and advocates to convey accurate
and reliable information regarding what thermography can detect and how it is
best utilized as a tool for <strong>monitoring breast health</strong>. Our
clients understand its effectiveness as a screening tool for determining RISK
FACTORS for future disease and its use as an early detection of developing
disease, both within the breast region and throughout the body.</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although we feel we’ve covered this topic repeatedly, we’d like to review
again the appropriate use of thermography in <strong>breast health</strong>.
<strong style="color: #804534;">We have broken this particular topic into
Part 1 and Part 2 to keep this brief, yet concise.</strong></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Understand thermography cannot (and is NOT designed) to "see" structures but
rather, blood flow/temperatures related to the health of the breasts. It is in
this fashion that thermography can detect the development of later biopsy-proven
breast cancer potentially at a very early stage.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">At your appointment, we also discuss the requirement to establish a stable
baseline to which all annual studies are compared against. Any changes in that
stable baseline indicates the early development of disease and for those with a
mindset of prevention, it's best to reverse this back to the
previously-established, stable baseline. This is how thermography is
best-utilized as a tool for PREVENTING future disease. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 22px;">So why does thermography
sometimes not identify all breast tumors?</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em>What is the physiological basis for a thermographically "missed"
tumor?" </em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol type="1">
<li style="padding-bottom: 5px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Lack of activity.</strong><br />In order
to understand how a tumor could "hide" thermographically, understand that our
cameras can only measure skin surface temperatures related to blood flow. If a
tumor is no longer active and there is no blood flow feeding the tumor, we
cannot tell the difference between the temperature of the tumor and the
surrounding tissue. Thermographically, this would be (generally) one
temperature and therefore, "missed" during thermographic interpretation.
</span></li>
<li style="padding-bottom: 5px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Dormancy.</strong><br />Another possible
reason for a "missed" finding is that a tumor may become dormant. Perhaps the
immune system has encapsulated the tumor; walled off the tumor from the rest of
the body and has contained it. When you think about it, this is one major role
of the immune system. In this scenario, the immune system is protecting the
body from the invading tumor but thermographically it is not seen due to the
lack of activity (blood flow) of the tumor.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Non-vascular.</strong><br />In some cases, some rare cancers may not
be vascularized or may be non-inflammatory in nature. That would mean that
there is not a sympathetic component (vasodilatation and vasoconstriction)
connected to the activity of the tumor and this would be "missed" as well.
</span></li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While some may think thermography “failed” they may want to consider whether
they truly understand the proper use of this technology. We utilize DITI
(Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging) to watch for changes over time and it is not
to be used to find cancer. Certainly we come across changes that eventually
lead to a diagnosis of cancer, but ultimately, DITI is not a cancer detection
tool. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">DITI is used by women (and men) who have shifted their paradigm from one of
“detection of disease” to one of “prevention of disease.” Annual breast
thermograms monitor for a change allowing early interventions to help shift you
back to your stable baseline. This is the best use of Digital Infrared Thermal
Imaging.</span><br />
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<img alt="Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging" height="175" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2016/dti-image.jpg" width="445" /></center>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Earlier detection may lead to earlier diagnosis and possibly more treatment
options, but ideally, it would be best to optimize breast health and prevent the
advancement of disease.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In prevention,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />Brenda and Lynda Witt</span><br />
Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-86597748119877059062016-02-01T13:35:00.000-08:002016-02-01T13:35:33.257-08:00<h2>
<b> </b><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Two Case Studies</b></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">As we begin another year we look forward to seeing our returning annual
clients as well as grow our business with new referrals.<br />Here are two
interesting case studies that we want to share with you:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span>
<center>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><img alt="Thermography Image 1" height="131" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/january2016/image2.jpg" width="348" /></span></center>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What can be said about the images above?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Nothing seems significant or abnormal in these images
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The hands are very cool and this is a unique finding
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The images can possibly indicate autonomic dysfunction </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In arms and legs there should be a temperature gradient from proximal to
distal of 4˚C. That means that the upper part of the arm or leg should be
warmer (by 4˚C) than the hands and feet. When there is a loss of this
temperature gradient, this is an indication of autonomic dysfunction. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />Autonomic dysfunction is an umbrella term for various conditions in which
the autonomic nervous system (ANS) does not work correctly.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />The images above
show an obvious reversal of the expected proximal to distal change in
temperature of warmer to cooler. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />Sometimes, this could indicate auto-immune
dysfunction and a diagnosis of an autoimmune-issue. Understand that this is not
a diagnostic test but rather gives us an indication of possible future problem
that needs to be addressed. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Which image below is an indication of fibrocystic breasts? Why?</span><br />
<br />
<center>
<img alt="Thermography Image 2" height="138" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/january2016/image1.jpg" width="350" /></center>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Image B is a typical example of fibrocystic breasts. Fibrocystic breasts
are, in general, an inflammatory state of chaos. Both breast images above show
evidence of inflammation so why is image B the correct answer?</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Under healthy, ideal situations, thermal patterns are symmetrical in
appearance. Our brain and spinal cord push heat to the surface in an equal
distribution under an optimal state-of-health. Notice the unequal patterns of
heat in the left breast compared to the right in image B as opposed to the more
equal distribution of heat in <strong><em>both</em></strong> breasts in image
A. Thermal <b><em>asymmetry</em> </b>is an indication for concern and reversing
unhealthy thermal patterns is definitely the desirable goal. We encourage you
to work with your practitioner in achieving optimal health.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">So why is there heat in both breasts in image A? Can you figure this
out?</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Hint: In what time of a woman’s life might there be increased blood flow to
<strong><em>both</em></strong> breasts? </span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Pregnancy! This woman was pregnant at the time of her thermogram. Although
we can image breasts during pregnancy without concern for harm to mother or
developing baby, it would be impossible to determine if there were any changes
in her previously established thermal patterns during this phase of her life. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />DITI is not a cancer screening tool, either, as some would believe.
Thermography is used in the following four basic areas: </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Risk Assessment
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Detection (but not as a stand – alone technology)
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Prevention / Early Intervention
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Monitoring Effects of Treatment </span></li>
</ul>
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><strong style="color: #804534;">The best possible use of thermal imaging
is first to determine stable physiology and then watch for changes
over</strong></em> time that could alert us to early formation of disease or to
let us know of high levels of inflammation, hormonal imbalances, dental
pathologies, etc. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Therefore, annual screening is the optimal time frame in
ascertaining personal variants and reducing the chance of false-negative thermal
findings. False-negative thermal findings may occur when the study interval is
more than one year as the human body may have accommodated or encapsulated
cancer cells and in that case, the developed cancer has become thermographically
'silent.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As you know, October is known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM).
People walk for the cure, race for the cure, jump for the cure,
shop for the cure, and hike for the cure and yet nothing changes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Current estimates suggest that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in
their lifetime. With all the focus on “Breast Cancer Awareness,” we’d have to
ask, is anything really changing? Has raising awareness caused a drop in breast
cancer rates? Sadly, no.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Thank you. We are aware. Now what? </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b> </b><br />We believe that
the conversation needs to <span style="font-size: small;">switch </span>to one of
<b><i>prevention</i></b><i>.</i> What are the risk factors for
developing breast cancer and what modalities can you employ to reduce your
risk?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">1. Estrogen</span></h3>
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The biggest risk factor for breast cancer is estrogen dominance. A woman can
become estrogen dominant through different mechanisms. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Absolute dominance: Too much estrogen in the body or an inability to
eliminate/metabolize estrogen
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Relative dominance: Inadequate progesterone to offset (counterbalance) the
existing estrogen </span></li>
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Question: Can a woman of ANY age who is NOT on any hormone
replacement therapy become estrogen dominant?</i></b></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Answer: Yes. Absolutely. </i></b><br />The truth is, our
environment is laden with foreign chemicals that mimic the action of estrogens,
contributing to an estrogen dominant scenario. Many endocrine disruptors exist
in our world and many of them lead to hormonal imbalances which can cause
estrogen dominance.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">2. Poor estrogen metabolism and/or poor
elimination</span></h3>
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">All estrogens are metabolized through the liver. The end-products of
estrogen metabolism can be protective (2-hydroxy estrogens) or detrimental
(16α-hydroxy estrogens). Your ratio of healthy to unhealthy estrogens can be
measured through a urine test as directed by your physician. You can modify the
ratio through diet, supplementation, and optimizing Vitamin D levels.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">List of Endocrine Disruptors</span></span></h4>
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<td width="25%"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Hormone Altering Chemicals</b></span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Sources</b></span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Bisphenol A (BPA)</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Canned foods, thermal receipts, plastics marked with PC or #7</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Dioxin</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Current food supply – meat, fish, butter, eggs, milk.</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Atrazine</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pervasive contaminant in drinking water<br />Pthalates</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pthalates</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Plastic food containers, children's toys, plastic wrap made from PVC / #3,
some cosmetics, some fragrances.</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Perchlorate (Rocket fuel) </span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Produce and milk, drinking water</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Mercury</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Seafood, dental amalgams</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs) </span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Non-stick cookware, stain and water resistant coatings on carpets,
clothing, furniture.</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Organophosphate Pesticides</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pesticides used on fruits and vegetables.</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Glycol Ethers </span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Paints, cleaning products, brake fluid, cosmetics.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;">For more information about this test, talk to your doctor or go to <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4164&m=5529&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=54431&l=-http--www.Estronex.com" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4164&m=5529&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=54431&l=-http--www.Estronex.com">Estronex.com</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Question: How do I optimize estrogen metabolism and improve
elimination?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i> </i></b><br /><b><i>Answer: A liver cleanse can help
optimize estrogen metabolism. A colon cleanse will help reduce the
re-absorption of estrogens that are sitting in the colon, thereby reducing your
risk</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i> </i></b>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Cleanse your liver</b>. One type of liver cleanse that is
beneficial for healthy estrogen metabolism are coffee enemas. Coffee enemas are
an integral part of the Gerson therapy. Here’s an excerpt from the Gerson web
site: </span><br />
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<td><span style="font-size: small;">The purpose of the coffee enema is not to clear out the intestines but to
stimulate peristalsis. A portion of the water also dilutes the bile and
increases the bile flow, thereby flushing toxic bile out of the intestines. A
patient coping with a chronic degenerative disease or an acute illness can
achieve the following benefits from lowering of blood serum toxin levels
achieved by regular administration of coffee enemas:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Increased cell energy production</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Enhanced tissue health</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Improved blood circulation</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Better immunity and tissue repair</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Cellular regeneration</b></span> </li>
</ul>
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</span><span style="font-size: small;">Coffee enemas also increase our Glutathione antioxidant system, helping
reduce pain and limit autoimmune attacks on other organs such as the thyroid in
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;">References: A Cancer Therapy: Results of Fifty Cases by Dr. Gerson, Healing
the Gerson Way by Charlotte Gerson , and Liver Detoxification with Coffee Enemas
by Morton Walker, DPM excerpted from July 2001 edition of Townsend
Newsletter.</span></td></tr>
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more about the benefits of coffee enemas.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Cleanse your colon</b>. To reduce the risk of re-absorbing
estrogens that sit in the colon it is recommended that we have two to three
bowel movements <i>per day</i>. Consuming a high fiber diet can help aid in
elimination as well as undergoing regular colon hydrotherapy.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Your best defense is a good offense!</b><br />It is no longer
adequate to simply “eat a good diet and take good supplements.” Knowing what
you need to avoid and how to optimize health is important. In addition, here
are more proactive habits for you to consider as part of your journey towards
vibrant health <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4164&m=5529&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=54433&l=-http--www.mercola.com" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4164&m=5529&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=54433&l=-http--www.mercola.com">as
suggested by Joseph Mercola, DO</a>.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Eat real food; avoid processed foods and sugars, especially
fructose</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Stop eating AT LEAST three hours BEFORE going to bed</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Optimize your vitamin D</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Avoid unfermented soy products</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Improve your insulin and leptin receptor sensitivity</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Exercise regularly</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Maintain a healthy body weight</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Get plenty of high quality animal-based omega-3 fats, such as krill
oil</b></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Avoid electromagnetic fields as much as possible</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Avoid synthetic hormone replacement therapy</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Avoid BPA, phthalates, and other xenoestrogens (See chart)</b></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Make sure you're not iodine deficient</b></span> </li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: small;">As we all know, good health is a journey that requires attention and focus,
awareness and education. Good health is no longer something we are born with.
But with the right measures, good health can be a reality for many.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The Dilemma of Stage 0 - DCIS</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In the news lately, there has been significant questioning of the treatment
of a particular type of breast cancer known as ductal carcinoma in situ or Stage
0 breast cancer. This is a commonly found cancer that unfortunately affects
approximately 60,000 women each year. </span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This brief Q & A below touches on the situation that many women face each
year. We hope that these questions and answers help educate the reader about
the significance of this new information. </span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Q.</strong> <em>What is DCIS?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> DCIS stands
for ductal carcinoma in situ. It is a small pileup of abnormal cells in the
lining of the milk duct. You cannot feel it because there is nothing to be felt;
there is no lump. But the cells can be seen in a mammogram, and when a
pathologist examines them, they can look like cancer cells. The cells have not
broken free of the milk duct or invaded the breast. And they may never break
free. The lesion might go away on its own or it might invade the breast or
spread throughout the body. That raises questions about what, if anything, to do
about it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>From a thermography perspective: Thermal imaging does NOT see structure,
only heat. In this specific situation, we likely wouldn’t “see” the abnormal
pileup of cells on your thermogram. Thermal imaging is not meant to
<strong>replace</strong> other imaging that can detect structural pathology. </em></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Q.</strong> <em>Is DCIS cancer?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> It is
often called Stage 0 cancer, but researchers say their view of cancer is
changing. They used to think cancers began as clusters of abnormal cells, and
unless destroyed, the cells would inevitably grow and spread and kill. Clusters
of abnormal cells like DCIS can sometimes disappear, stop growing or simply
remain in place and never cause a problem. The suspicion is that the abnormal
cells may be harmless and may not require treatment. But no one has done a
rigorous study comparing outcomes for women who get treatment to those who get
no treatment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>From a thermography perspective: Again, because all cancers behave
differently, we may not see <strong>any</strong> changes on your thermogram,
especially if the cells stop growing or remain in the milk duct and not develop
further.</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The development of DCIS treatments and its handling
over the past 40 years is an example of something we in medicine could have done
better.</span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13px;">~ Otis Brawley, MD <br />Chief Medical
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Q.</strong> <em>How many women get a DCIS diagnosis each
year?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> Approximately 60,000 women in the United
States are diagnosed annually with DCIS. Alarmingly, before 1983 (before
widespread use of annual screening mammography) only <strong>several
<em>hundred</em></strong> women were diagnosed. Although some blame the rapid
rise of DCIS on mammography (and the results of radiation exposure on breast
tissue), others believe the increase in DCIS is due to the higher effectiveness
of computer-assisted detection offered in some mammography clinics. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>From a thermography perspective: The highest rates of detection are
found only when thermography AND mammography are combined at a reasonable
interval of time. When performed together, detection rates are reported at
90-93%.</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em> </em> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Q.</strong> <em>What are the treatment options for women with
DCIS?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> The majority of women get a lumpectomy,
sometimes followed by radiation therapy. Other women may choose to have a
mastectomy or even a double mastectomy, removing the healthy breast as a
preventive measure. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><div align="center">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>From a thermography perspective: Being followed thermographically after
a diagnosis of DCIS is extremely valuable. However, due to the current
understanding of DCIS, using other modalities (MRI, mammography, and ultrasound)
conjunctively is imperative.</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em> </em> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Q.</strong> <em>What did the new study on DCIS outcomes
show?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> The study analyzed data from 100,000 patients
followed over a 20-year timeframe. Here are the findings: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>It found that there was essentially no difference in the death rate from
breast cancer between the group of women who had lumpectomies with or without
radiation and the group of women who had mastectomies. </em></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>In both groups the risk of dying from breast cancer after 20 years was
very low, about 3.3 percent.</em></span> </li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em>Understand, a 3.3% risk of dying from breast cancer is very close
to the same odds that an average woman will die from breast cancer. </em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em> </em></strong><br /><strong>Q.</strong> <em>Are some women at higher risk than
others if they have DCIS?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> Yes. Not all women with
DCIS will have a 3.3% risk of dying. Women who fall into this profile have a
higher death rate of 7.8% over 20 years:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>Black women</em></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>Women who are under 40 years of age</em></span>
</li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>Women whose DCIS cells have molecular markers similar to those found in
more aggressive, invasive cancers</em></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em> </em></span> </li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Q.</strong> <em>What should a woman do if she is told she has
DCIS?</em><br /><strong>A.</strong> Because pathology is subjective and the stakes
with cancer so high, she might want to get a second opinion. If the diagnosis is
DCIS, most doctors would urge treatment until a study shows it is not necessary.
But some women are choosing not to be treated while getting frequent monitoring. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4150&m=5515&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=53726&l=-http--www.nytimes.com/2015/08/21/health/breast-cancer-ductal-carcinoma-in-situ-study.html" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4150&m=5515&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=53726&l=-http--www.nytimes.com/2015/08/21/health/breast-cancer-ductal-carcinoma-in-situ-study.html">You
can read more here about this topic</a>. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These recent reports about the true effectiveness of mammographic screening
have caused some breast cancer organizations to take a step back and re-evaluate
their routine screening programs. Switzerland leads the way and recently
decided to abolish mammographic screenings all together. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4150&m=5515&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=53727&l=-http--edgytruth.com/2015/03/08/mammography-screening/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4150&m=5515&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=53727&l=-http--edgytruth.com/2015/03/08/mammography-screening/">This
article</a> sums it up nicely when it comes to breast cancer stating, </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>“</em><em>Remember that in order to truly avoid breast cancer, you need
to focus your attention on actual prevention and not just early
detection.”</em></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><div align="center">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></div>
<div align="center">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Remember, thermography is NOT a stand-alone breast cancer detection device,
but instead a technology to monitor for changes that could indicate the
development of disease. Prevention requires you to know the risks for
developing breast cancer and then take intentional measures to reduce your
risk. Our October newsletter will be focusing on several modalities you can
employ to help you reduce your risk. <em>Prevention is key to changing the
course of this disease and unfortunately, this message is NOT being shared.
Please consider helping us spread this message of prevention by sharing our
newsletters with others. </em></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in health…and prevention,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lynda and Brenda</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-10644377304190988762015-08-11T14:27:00.000-07:002015-08-11T14:28:20.334-07:00<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Happy summer!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We hope all our readers and clients are enjoying the lazy days of summer!</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While we can’t say things are too much slower for us during this time of
year, we are very grateful for the growth we’ve experienced in both California
and Arizona.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We send out our deepest, heart-felt THANK YOU to all our clients, referring
practitioners and those who support us via word of mouth, forwarding of
newsletters, etc. We are so very blessed and incredibly grateful!</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Brenda had a wonderful response to the last newsletter where she shared her
story about her health challenges and ultimate diagnosis of juvenile diabetes.
Her story is not all that rare and unfortunately we have people who see us that
explain a very similar account of how they were diagnosed after a long bout of
chronic stress. We both thank you for your compassionate and caring replies and
our sincere gratitude for those who donated to her cause. If you’d like to read
Brenda’s personal story or make a donation please scroll down to the previous post.<a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4112&m=5477&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52639&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4112&m=5477&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52639&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/"><br /></a></span><br />
<br />
<h2>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><u>Radial Scar</u></b></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Several years ago, a young client with no breast symptoms presented for her
initial baseline breast scan and this unusual pattern was seen in her right
breast:</span><br />
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<td width="50%"><img alt="Radial Scar" height="112" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/august2015/image1.jpg" width="150" /></td>
<td width="50%"><img alt="Radial Scar" height="112" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/august2015/image2.jpg" width="150" /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This pattern fit no typical thermal findings with respect to malignancy and
this client was urged to have immediate clinical assessment by the interpreting
thermologist.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It was determined that this pattern was due to a breast abnormality known as
a <b>radial scar</b>. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Pam Stephan, <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4112&m=5477&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52650&l=-http--breastcancer.about.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4112&m=5477&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52650&l=-http--breastcancer.about.com/">a
breast cancer expert</a>, says the following about radial scars:</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span>
<div align="center">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><i>It is also known as a complex sclerosing lesion of the
breast, black star, sclerosing papillary proliferation, infiltrating
epitheliosis and indurative mastopathy.</i></span></div>
<div align="center">
<br /></div>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Radial scars a very rare and not much is known about them. What is known is
this: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span>
<ul type="disc">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">An estimated 0.04%, or six out of every 15,000 patients are diagnosed
annually with a radial scar of the breast.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Women between the ages of 41 and 60 are at the highest risk for a radial
scar.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These breast lesions are even less common in women under 40 or over 60 years
old.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It is difficult to properly diagnose a radial scar, even with a biopsy,
because under a microscope, the cell geometry closely resembles tubular
carcinoma.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This typically benign breast mass <i>sometimes</i> has malignant tissue
hiding behind it.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Those diagnosed with a radial scar have a lifetime risk of developing breast
cancer of <i>150 to 200% greater than average</i>.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A radial scar is not always made of scar tissue, but it takes its name from
its scar-like appearance on an x-ray.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A radial scar may be caused by breast surgery, or
<b><i>breast</i></b> <b><i>inflammation</i></b> or
hormonal changes. It may also be the byproduct of fibrocystic changes in the
breast that normally occur as you age. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A radial scar is a star-shaped breast mass that may be completely benign, or
it may be precancerous or contain a mixture of tissue, including hyperplasia,
atypia, or cancer. If a radial scar is <i>rather large</i>, it <i>may</i>
appear on a regular screening mammogram. It can look like an irregularly shaped
star, having spiked arms radiating away from the center. A radial scar in breast
tissue usually <i>won't</i> cause a lump that you can feel, nor will it make
breast skin dimple or discolor.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Often, a breast surgeon will recommend this lesion be surgically removed.
Keep in mind, these are typically benign, but due to an increased risk of
developing breast cancer in the future, close thermal and clinical monitoring is
strongly advised.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Again, we hope you enjoyed a wonderful summer filled with fun in the sun,
cool mountain retreats, spending time with friends, and enjoyed loving family
gatherings.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in prevention,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lynda and Brenda</span><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-30815259972667995002015-07-31T13:50:00.000-07:002015-07-31T13:50:47.874-07:00<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Brenda's Personal Story</span></span></h2>
<img align="left" alt="Dog 1 picture" height="132" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2015/brenda-witt.jpg" width="120" /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Take a trip in time with me…</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">You’re in your early forties and looking at taking some responsible measures
for your future. So, you contact an insurance company and request that you be
evaluated for a life insurance policy. Of course, they are happy to accommodate
this request and you meet with the clinical evaluator to determine your level of
health. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span>You are informed that depending on where you score in this evaluation
determines the rate for which you qualify. Of course, the better your health,
the greater rate of return you receive on your policy.
“<strong><em>Rarely</em></strong> does anyone receive an outstanding score,” is
what you’re told. “A <em>good</em> health score is more common and this is what
you should expect in this evaluation.”</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">But your health score is <em>OUTSTANDING</em>. You hear the excitement in
the voice of the sales rep as he tells you <strong><em>this</em></strong> type
of health score <strong><em>rarely</em></strong> is seen. (In your mind you are
thinking that you are likely his first client with this score). You sense his
excitement as he begins to write the policy for you.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Nine months later, age 43, you are admitted into the hospital in diabetic
ketoacidosis. You are told that you are a type 1 (juvenile) diabetic. Due to
the suddenness of the onset of symptoms, your doctor also tells you that
pancreatic cancer is suspected and they want to rule this out with an immediate
CT scan.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What happened? How can <strong><em>outstanding health</em></strong> turn to
a significant diagnosis in such a short time? </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The answer? The explanation? <strong><em>Stress</em></strong>.
<strong>Overwhelming stress that was not managed in a healthy, positive,
empowering fashion.</strong></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This is Brenda’s story. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I was working over 60 hours per week as I was trying to balance one demanding
career (perfusion) while growing my thermal imaging business. To “fill-in” the
monetary gaps, on occasion, I was also driving to UCLA on weekends and holidays
to pick-up extra 12-hour shifts. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although I was devastated to learn that I was a Type 1 diabetic, I was
suddenly grateful that I was ONLY a diabetic. The CT for pancreatic cancer was
negative.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The stress I was under and the way I chose to handle the stress certainly
played a role in my diagnosis. Of this I am convinced. I can only move forward
and live with this diagnosis as best I can, staying active, eating healthy and
managing stress in a healthy and empowering way. I feel compelled to share my
story with others with the hopes of helping them look for better solutions for
dealing with life’s stressors and </span><strong><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">more importantly, avoiding a
diagnosis. </span></strong><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">On Saturday, August 15<sup>th</sup> <strong>Mo-mentum Fitness</strong> will
be hosting an interactive clinic where you can learn some practical ways to
manage the stressors life throws at us. <strong>Alicia Murphy</strong>, owner
of <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52241&l=-http--www.stressmonkee.com" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52241&l=-http--www.stressmonkee.com">Stress
Monkee</a> has developed a fun and interactive program that helps you turn
stress into a “super power!” </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">At this event you will hear Alicia share her story of why she feels compelled
to help people manage stress productively. You will be an active participant in
learning positive ways and techniques to manage stress such as:</span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">How to change your views about stress
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Understand how stress affects your life
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">How to physically train your body to handle stress positively </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The name of the game is <strong><em>fun, fun, fun</em></strong> (and lots of
laughing!!!)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This workshop is fun for all people including teens and adults. Casual dress
or workout attire is appropriate.</span><br />
<br />
<h2 style="color: #638f7f;">
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Details</strong></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><table border="0" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px; width: 100%px;">
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Date: </span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">HAPPYness Hour on Saturday, August 15<sup>th</sup></span></td></tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Time: </span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">4 – 5 pm</span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Location:</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Mo-mentum Fitness</strong> (Bolsa Chica/Heil)<br />16470 Bolsa
Chica<br />Huntington Beach, CA 92649</span></td></tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">RSVP: </span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">714.756.1501 (RSVP is appreciated) </span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Web:</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52242&l=-http--www.mo-mentumfitness.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52242&l=-http--www.mo-mentumfitness.com/">mo-mentumfitness.com</a></span></span></td></tr>
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<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Cost:</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Suggested donation of $25 (*to benefit Brenda’s efforts in raising money for
a diabetic alert service dog)</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<img align="left" alt="Dog 1 picture" height="180" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2015/dog1.jpg" width="173" /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">As some of you may know, I am working to raise money to purchase a
<strong>Diabetic Alert Dog</strong> (DAD). I have had some “lows” that I don’t
always recognize. My dog will also alert me if my blood sugar spikes, thereby,
allowing me to treat it appropriately and quickly. To read more about my
efforts and reasons for getting a service dog, <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52243&l=-http--www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/brenda-is-seeking-help-raising-money-for-a-service-dog/352918" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52243&l=-http--www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/brenda-is-seeking-help-raising-money-for-a-service-dog/352918">click
here</a>.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The event at Mo-mentum Fitness is in part, a fundraiser to benefit my efforts
in purchasing my service dog. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></span></h3>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Here is how you can participate if you live in
CA</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Attend the event! (Of course, this one is obvious!!!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong> </strong></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Here is how to benefit if you do not live in
the area</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Go to: <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52244&l=-http--www.stressmonkee.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52244&l=-http--www.stressmonkee.com/">stressmonkee.com</a>
and register for the free video series</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong> </strong></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Donate</strong></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52245&l=-https--www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/brenda-is-seeking-help-raising-money-for-a-service-dog/352918/donate--PND-wp" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4100&m=5465&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=52245&l=-https--www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/brenda-is-seeking-help-raising-money-for-a-service-dog/352918/donate--PND-wp">Credit
card donations</a></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Personal checks made payable to Brenda Witt and mailed to her at:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>Brenda Witt<br />1901 Newport Blvd., STE 350<br />Costa Mesa, CA
92627</em></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Cash donations can be handed directly to Brenda. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> <em>Before you donate, understand that this is NOT a tax deductible donation
and donations cannot be returned (refunded)</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em> </em></span> <br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><img align="right" alt="Dog 2 picture" height="167" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/july2015/dog2.jpg" width="216" />I hope you will join us on Saturday, August 15<sup>th</sup> in
Huntington Beach. If you cannot attend, consider registering for the free video
series. Learn to turn stress into your super power. My hope by sharing my
story, it inspires you to take positive steps now. It may save you from a
diagnosis in the future. Trust me. I know.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">With sincere gratitude and appreciation for all of our readers, clients and
friends,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Brenda Witt</span><br />
Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-70988287452784358752015-06-30T12:17:00.000-07:002015-06-30T12:22:28.524-07:00<h2>
<span style="color: #0b5394;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Exciting Changes for PHS </span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We had a great time reading the responses we received from some of our
readers regarding our last newsletter. Thank you for sharing your “scores” on
our Pop Quiz and for sending in your comments. We do try our best to educate
our clients about the benefits of DITI as well as the limitations of this
technology.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The question that received the most comments and seemed to trip up most of
our readers was about family history versus estrogen dominance and which played
the most significant role as a risk factor for developing breast cancer.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Many believed that family history is more significant as a risk factor for
developing disease. However, the truth is that <b><i>the greatest risk
factor women face today with respects to developing breast cancer is hormonal
status; specifically estrogen levels</i></b>. A future newsletter will go
into more depth with respects to this aspect of illness and disease. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This month’s newsletter we will dedicate to sharing some exciting changes
Proactive Health Solutions is going through including the introduction of two
new team members!</span><br />
<br />
<img align="left" alt="Juanita Garcia" height="266" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/june2015/june2015-1.jpg" width="200" /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Many of you know that Juanita Garcia has been working
towards receiving her Level 1 thermographer certification and I am happy to
announce she has been successful in her endeavor!!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Juanita has been working for more than one year to learn all she could to
prepare for her testing. She had to learn health history intake, brush up on
her anatomy and physiology (she is a licensed massage therapist, so some of this
information was just a review), and learn the proper patient protocols, clinic
protocols, images and labels and correct and factual information about
thermography. . . .all while having to deal with Lynda!!!!</span><img alt="" height="20" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/img/smiley.jpg" style="margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: bottom;" width="20" /><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">All joking aside, Juanita worked diligently and professionally watching all
videos, reading all literature she could get her hands on and going online to
find more. She continues to grow and learn more about thermography, breast and
overall health and strives to “practice what she preaches” while reaching out to
women and men to help them, too.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Juanita is bilingual and is a HUGE benefit to Lynda as she looks to expand
into the market south of Tucson as well as to reach those in Tucson who are
mono-lingual Spanish speakers. Proactive Health Solutions has already benefited from Juanita’s linguistic skills as she works with several women
using DITI who speak limited English. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Welcome Juanita and THANK YOU for your dedication, commitment and
service!</span><br />
<img align="right" alt="Juanita Garcia" height="225" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/june2015/june2015-2.jpg" width="198" /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Our other new member is our sister, Jacki. Jacki lives in
Peoria, AZ with her husband and two children. . . .our beloved niece and nephew,
Kate and Matthew! Jacki has her BS in physical therapy and a penchant for
health and wellness. She is a seeker of knowledge and digs deep to find out as
much information as possible before making health decisions for her and her
family.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Jacki is the office manager for Brenda in California and will assume
responsibility as the main appointment scheduler for all returning clients in
<b><u>California</u></b>. Jacki will be <b>contacting the
California clients</b> in the coming months to schedule their annual
appointment(s). Jacki is going to be a great asset to Brenda and is sure to be
kept busy with the many growing back office responsibilities.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">To schedule your <u><i>CALIFORNIA</i></u>
appointment, please contact:</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Jacki</b>: <b>949-236-6104</b> (on Google voice)
<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Appointment@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org" title="mailto:Appointment@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org">Appointment@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org</a>
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span>
<br />
<hr />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Brenda and Lynda can still be reached at:</span></b></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Brenda</b>: <b>714-600-6285</b> <br />Email: <a href="mailto:Brenda@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org" title="mailto:Brenda@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org">Brenda@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org</a>
</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Lynda</b>: <b>520-235-7036</b> (cell)<br />
<b>520-209-1755</b> (office)<br />Email: <a href="mailto:Lynda@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org" title="mailto:Lynda@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org">Lynda@ProactiveHealthSolutions.org</a></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">One final exciting update includes a new web site. Proactive Health
Solutions is in the process of updating our current web site. Naturally, our
web address will be the same, but there will be a different look and feel to the
site with more graphics showing all the many regions we image and the findings
determined for each region. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We are so very grateful for the expansion of our business in Arizona and
California! We simply love our clients and we appreciate your business!</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in health,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />Brenda and Lynda</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-80083756593141859992015-05-05T13:43:00.000-07:002015-05-05T13:43:18.799-07:00<h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Pop Quiz</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We hope to “spring” on our readers a short, but informative, newsletter
QUIZ!!! We believe our clients are very well educated about thermography and
this quiz will prove us RIGHT. . .or wrong. But either way, you may learn
something new and/or confirm something you thought you knew.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">So, take just a moment to answer these few questions and then check your
answers with ours within the body of the newsletter. . .No peeking!!!</span> <img alt="" height="20" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/img/smiley.jpg" style="margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: bottom;" width="20" /> <br />
<br />
<ol type="1">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>The greatest risk factor for developing breast cancer is</strong></span>
</li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol type="A">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">still unknown at this time
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">previous history of mastitis or other breast diseases
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">estrogen dominance
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">a family history of this disease </span></li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol start="2" type="1">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Which statement best describes thermography?</strong></span> </li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol type="A">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermal imaging can show abnormal <u>structure</u> not seen on other tests
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermal imaging is used to determine stable physiology and then watch for
changes over time
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermal imaging replaces other imaging technologies
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermal imaging is the best screening for determining if you have cancer
anywhere in your body </span></li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol start="3" type="1">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>On average, an active breast cancer tumor doubles in cell number
every</strong></span> </li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol type="A">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">3 months
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">6 months
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">9 months
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">12 months </span></li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol start="4" type="1">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>True or false?</strong> <br />All women, starting at age 18, have
stable breast physiology, can establish a baseline, and then have comparative
studies annually </span></li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol start="5" type="1">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Prior to your thermogram appointment, which of the following things
should you avoid?</strong></span> </li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ol type="A">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lotion, oil, powder, and deodorants over the areas being scanned
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Excessive sun exposure to the area of the body being scanned
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Tobacco use and consumption of caffeine <strong>two hours</strong> before
your thermogram
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Body work of any type (massage, acupuncture, chiropractic, etc.) or
<em>strenuous</em> workouts
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">All of the above are things to avoid prior to a thermogram </span> <br /><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">So, here we go! We start by answering <strong style="color: #804534;">Question #1</strong> with <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4034&m=5400&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=50494&l=-http--health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2015/04/20/us-breast-cancer-cases-could-rise-50-percent-by-2030" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4034&m=5400&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=50494&l=-http--health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2015/04/20/us-breast-cancer-cases-could-rise-50-percent-by-2030">this
most sobering news article</a> about the increase in breast cancer
diagnoses. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sadly, the breast cancer projection is bleak as “the number of U.S. women
diagnosed with breast cancer could rise by as much as 50 percent within the next
15 years, according to new government predictions.” </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">According to researchers, the rise in breast cancer tumors will be the ER
positive type – those whose growth is fueled by estrogen. <strong style="color: #804534;"><em>Estrogen dominance is the single greatest risk factor
for developing breast cancer in the future.</em></strong> </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">My sister and I have written newsletters in the past about this exact issue.
However, estrogen that our bodies create may not be the concern nearly as much
as the xenoestrogens found in our world today.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Xenoestrogens are “foreign” estrogens that are consumed through environmental
means and best defined as “hormone disruptors.” They act at the same site as
natural hormones and exert the same effects of estrogen: cell growth and
increased cell division.<br /> <br />Xenoestrogens can create an estrogen dominant
scenario. Estrogen dominance is also the greatest risk factor for the
development of ovarian and endometrial cancers. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Estrogen Dominance, a
term coined by John Lee, MD and is <strong>defined as any amount of estrogen NOT
off-set by an adequate amount of progesterone.</strong> As a woman transitions
into menopause, progesterone production declines nearly twice as fast as
estrogen. Xenoestrogens are found in foods treated with pesticides and
insecticides as well as any products that are petroleum-based. This list may
include: lotions, soaps, shampoos, hair spray, cosmetics, room deodorizers,
solvents, cleaning products and plastics (water bottles, food storage
containers, etc). </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Question #2</strong> deals with common requests my sister and I get.
. .all too often. People will call and ask about using thermography as a
replacement for a colonoscopy, mammogram, MRI, CT, etc. and if thermography will
let them know if they have cancer anywhere in their body. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In a word, NO, thermography <u>cannot</u> replace any other test of
<strong>structure</strong> and is used as an adjunctive tool to aide in
diagnosing disease and dysfunction, but does not replace other types of imaging. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We hear your cries. . .we understand your concerns about several of these
other tests that involve radiation and / or compression and we feel your pain!
However, DITI, a test of physiology does not replace a test of structure. . .and
vice versa! <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4034&m=5400&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=50495&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-0LAvvK2VSbc" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4034&m=5400&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=50495&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-0LAvvK2VSbc">Here
is a great link to watch a very short clip</a> explaining DITI, mammograms,
ultrasounds, and MRIs.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What my sister and I can also offer <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4034&m=5400&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=50496&l=-http--bcaction.org/resources/breast-cancer-action-toolkits/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=4034&m=5400&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=50496&l=-http--bcaction.org/resources/breast-cancer-action-toolkits/">is
this link</a> to help you decide if routine screening with mammography is right
for you. This pamphlet explains the harms and benefits and is the most
straight-forward accounting of the truth about routine screening for women at
average risk. Please take a moment to read it, download it and share with
others.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">DITI is not a cancer screening tool, either, as some would believe. We have
also written about this in the past. Thermography is phenomenal in the
following four areas:</span><br />
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</span><ul type="disc">
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Risk Assessment
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Detection (but not as a stand – alone technology)
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Prevention / Early Intervention
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Monitoring Effects of Treatment </span></li>
</ul>
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</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong style="color: #804534;"><em>The best possible use of thermal imaging
is first to determine stable physiology and then watch for changes
over</em></strong> time that could alert us to early formation of disease or to
let us know of high levels of inflammation, hormonal imbalances, dental
pathologies, etc.</span><br />
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</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The answer to <strong style="color: #804534;">Question #3</strong> is best
shown with the help of this chart:</span><br />
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<img height="342" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/may2015/may2015.jpg" width="383" /><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong style="color: #804534;"><em>As you can see, on average, breast cancer
cells double in number every 90 days (3
months).</em></strong><strong></strong>The follow up study that is performed at
the 3 month mark helps determine if breast physiology is stable and allows for
each woman to establish their unique breast baseline. All annual studies are
then compared to this stable baseline to alert women to changes that may warrant
further testing. This time frame is <strong><em>average</em></strong>, but for
younger women, the cell doubling rate can be faster. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">As we learn more about women’s physiology, we have come to understand that
breast development is not complete until a woman is in her mid to late 20’s. So
the answer to <strong style="color: #804534;">Question #4</strong>:
<strong><em>It is not until around <u>age 25+</u> that a woman can establish a
stable breast thermogram</em>.</strong> In 2013, several news outlets (ABC, Fox
News, etc) stated that women aged 25-39 was the fastest rising demographic to
receive an <strong><em>advanced stage</em></strong> breast cancer diagnosis.
This is most troubling because breast cancer in younger women tends to be faster
growing with lower survival rates than older women. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermography only sees heat and watches for changes over time. Chances of
seeing a developing pathology at an early stage through emitted heat can only be
seen with DITI. So there would be value in beginning screening at this early
age. As a tumor begins to develop, heat patterns may be detected that can alert
us to a serious pathology at an earlier stage of development. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">However, not all tumors have a heat signature associated with them and if
that is the case, we won’t see its development thermographically at any stage of
growth. All women, <strong><em>of any age</em></strong>, have an increased risk
of developing breast cancer if she is <strong>estrogen</strong>
<strong>dominant</strong>. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We believe that the prudent, protective, and preventative approach would be
to begin screening thermographically at this young age BUT to also be evaluated
annually for estrogen dominance. Young women who are found to be estrogen
dominant, with naturally high(er) estrogen levels and higher metabolic rates
make it likely that tumors in these women will double at a much faster rate than
the average. And if breast cancer develops, it tends to grow rapidly as the
estrogen fuels an ER positive tumor. It is because women of this age are NOT
screened (nor are they warned and monitored for estrogen dominance), that if
breast cancer is found, it is usually in an advanced stage.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>
</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lastly, we come to <strong style="color: #804534;">Question #5</strong>
regarding what to avoid prior to your thermogram. Basically, <strong>option
E</strong> is the correct answer and <strong style="color: #804534;"><em>all
items listed as possible answers are what need to be avoided</em></strong>.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">So, how did you do? How many did you get right out of the 5 questions?
Please reply with your score! We promise <strong><em>NOT</em></strong> to post
it in our next newsletter! <img alt="" height="20" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/img/smiley.jpg" style="margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: bottom;" width="20" /><strong></strong><strong> </strong></span><br />
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</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in health,<br />Brenda and Lynda</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></li>
</ol>
Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-67015622359678284412015-02-04T12:19:00.000-08:002015-02-04T12:19:43.107-08:00<h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: purple;">Is Your Diet <i>Pro </i>- Inflammatory?</span> </b></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Happy 2015! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A new year offers us an opportunity to examine parts of our life that we wish
to be different. For most of us, we look for ways to bring healthy habits into
our life while eliminating (or reducing) the “less-than-healthy” choices. We
encourage the adoption of vibrant lifestyle choices that bring balance and
energy to our lives. We also believe that the best way to do this is to focus
carefully on food. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The following recommendations are made to help reduce inflammation. As we’ve
said many times before, <em>inflammation is the root cause of disease.</em>
Consistently reducing the inflammation in your body is truly one of the most
protective habits you can take on that will help improve overall health.</span><br />
<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>1. Sugar consumption</strong></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Of all the dietary culprits, refined sugars, especially <em>high fructose
corn syrup</em> is likely the pinnacle molecule that destroys health. <em>Sugar
is pro-inflammatory.</em> The average American eating the <strong>Standard
American Diet</strong> (SAD) consumes approximately <strong><em>22 teaspoons of
sugar each day in the form of added sugar</em></strong>. </span><br />
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<td align="center" style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Common sources of added sugar include: beverages/soda, grain-based
desserts, fruit drinks, dairy desserts, and candy </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Do you drink soda? Diet soda? Do you consume fruit juices and fruit
smoothies? Multiple studies show that these types of beverages will dramatically
increase your risk for developing metabolic syndrome, diabetes mellitus type 2,
and heart disease simply due to the continual exposure of inflammation from
these beverages. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The case report below is a classic example of the inflammatory effects of
excessive sugar consumption: </span>
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<td width="30%"><img alt="Annual breast thermogram (2004)" height="129" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/clip_image005.jpg" width="159" /></td>
<td width="30%"><img alt="Annual breast thermogram (Dec 2007)" height="129" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/clip_image007.jpg" width="165" /></td>
<td width="30%"><img alt="Breast thermogram (March 2008)" height="129" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/clip_image003.jpg" width="165" /></td></tr>
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<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" valign="top"><strong>Annual breast thermogram (2004)</strong>No thermal
changes seen; annual imaging is advised</td>
<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" valign="top"><strong>Annual breast thermogram (Dec 2007)</strong>Thermal
changes in both breasts; client is <em>At Risk</em> for developing pathology.
Clinical correlation is advised and repeat thermogram in three
months.<strong></strong></td>
<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" valign="top"><strong>Breast thermogram (March 2008) </strong>Thermal patterns were
reported again as stable; client is <em>At Low Risk</em> for developing
pathology. Annual imaging is advised.<strong></strong></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In the case study above, the only reported lifestyle changes she had made was
increased sugar consumption during the holiday season (December 2007). After
returning to her usual healthy diet, the thermal patterns did resolve.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>2. Processed vegetable oils</strong></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you have not yet viewed the <em>outstanding </em>YouTube video,
<strong><em><a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3958&m=5324&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=48224&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-cVaFDGk_m1o" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3958&m=5324&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=48224&l=-https--www.youtube.com/watch--Q-v--E-cVaFDGk_m1o">The
Oiling of America</a></em></strong>, we <u>strongly</u> encourage you to carve out time
to do this. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In this two-hour video, Sally Fallon-Morell (president of the Weston A. Price
Foundation) uncovers the truth about the damaging effects of using processed
vegetable oils in lieu of “real” fats. Truly, you will be outraged at the
“cover-up” of the scientific evidence related to processed fats, saturated fats,
and health. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Saturated fats (mainly, animal fats) were once deemed deadly and portrayed as
“a heart attack waiting to happen.” Avoiding coconut meat and coconut oil, also
a saturated fat, was also recommended as these too, would surely send you to the
hospital with the classic symptoms of a heart attack. As it turns out, the
consumption of <strong><em>trans fats</em></strong>(created through a chemical
process called <u>partial hydrogenation</u>) has shown to be far-more dangerous
and unhealthy than consuming saturated fat. In fact, in 2013 the FDA stated that
partially hydrogenated oils (which contain <em>trans</em> fats) are
<strong><u>not</u></strong> "generally recognized as safe.” This statement is
expected to lead to a ban on industrially produced <em>trans</em> fats from the
American diet. (<em>Finally! A good idea from the FDA</em>)</span><br />
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<td align="center" style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These foods likely contain partially hydrogenated oils/trans fats:
some nut butters, crackers, cookies and other baked goods, snack items like
potato chips, and salad dressings. </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Vegetable oil consumption also leads to a lopsided ratio of omega-3 to
omega-6 fatty acids. Consuming the typical Standard American Diet (SAD) creates
a 1:20 or even up to 1:50 omega-3 to omega-6 fat ratio. <strong>The ideal ratio
of omega 3’s to omega 6’s is anywhere between 1:1 (ideal) and not more than 1:5.
</strong>Look to add more omega-3’s to your diet through supplementation, such
as <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3958&m=5324&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=48225&l=-http--corporate.moxxor.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3958&m=5324&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=48225&l=-http--corporate.moxxor.com/">Moxxor</a>
or through eating more wild-caught fish. Although some nuts are high in omega-3
fats, others are a rich source of omega-6 fatty acids. Use your discretion. </span><br />
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<td align="center" style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Foods rich in Omega 3 fats: Chia seeds, walnuts, ground flax meal,
legumes (navy, pinto, kidney beans), and some seafood.
</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><u>Soybean oil.</u> Soybeans grown in the US are genetically engineered. Be
cautious of <em>partially hydrogenated (genetically engineered) soybean
oil.</em> Any foods with soybean oils, like all <em>trans fats,</em> needs to be
completely eliminated from your pantry and cupboards.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong> </strong></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>3. Wheat and grains</strong></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Wheat lectin, also known as wheat germ agglutinin (WGA) is the portion of the
wheat plant that is responsible for ill-effects related to inflammation in the
GI system. All seeds of the grass-family (rice, spelt, rye, corn, oats, millet,
teff, etc) contain these gut-damaging lectins leading to chronic inflammation.
As we discussed in our <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3958&m=5324&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=48212&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3958&m=5324&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=48212&l=-http--phs-thermography.blogspot.com/">December
2014 newsletter</a>, wheat is exposed to <strong>glyphosate</strong>, the active
ingredient in the herbicide <strong><em>Roundup</em></strong>. In essence,
<em>Roundup</em> significantly disrupts the functioning of beneficial bacteria
in the gut and contributes to permeability of the intestinal wall, leading to
chronic disease. </span><br />
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<td align="center"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><img alt="Gluten free" border="0" height="157" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/clip_image014.jpg" width="217" /><img alt="Post Gluten Free" border="0" height="157" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/clip_image016.jpg" width="217" /></span></td></tr>
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<td align="center" style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermogram prior to strictly adhering to a gluten-free diet (left)
and after. Client also has diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and her
antibodies were VERY high. After 3 months with no gluten, her blood work showed
her antibodies had decreased by 300 points and her abdominal image has greatly
improved along with embedded temperatures showing a positive response to her
dietary choices. </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>4. Eggs and nutrient content</strong></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Eggs, like saturated fats, were regarded as unhealthy specifically due to
their high cholesterol content and potentially leading to heart disease.
According to a 2007 comparative study of nutrient content of eggs from caged
chickens vs. free-range chickens and published in <em>Mother Earth News,
</em>free-range chickens produced eggs that were higher in vitamin A, contained
more omega-3 fatty acids, had three times more vitamin E and up to seven times
more beta carotene. The egg yolk of free-range chickens that eat greens is
usually bright yellow and sometimes orange in color. Cage-fed chickens fed
grains will only produce pale-yellow yolks. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><img alt="f" border="0" height="123" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/clip_image018.jpg" width="251" /></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">You are in control of your health. A diet that promotes health is...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Low in sugar
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">High in <strong><em>healthy</em></strong> fats, rich in Omega 3’s
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Low in grains
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">All meat and protein sources (such as eggs) need to come from free-range,
grass fed animals <strong><u>not</u></strong> exposed to harmful antibiotics.
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">To bring balance to your fatty acid ratio, consider consuming either a rich
omega-3 supplement or adding wild-caught fish to your diet. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you already are aware of these good health practices, consider sending
this email to a friend who has made a “resolution” to get healthy. She or he may
not be aware of the inflammation they may be adding to their diet by following
the typical Standard American Diet. . . <em>and that would be sad</em>! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><img alt="" height="20" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/february2015/sad.jpg" style="margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: bottom;" width="20" /></span> <br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Reducing inflammation is truly the best way to “get healthy” in 2015 and
beyond. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In health,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />Brenda and Lynda</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span> <br />
Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-13645862167771950502014-12-29T10:55:00.001-08:002014-12-29T10:55:57.672-08:00<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: purple;">Inflammation and Gut Health </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sub clinical. If a finding is “sub clinical,” what does that mean?
Essentially, <em>sub clinical</em> means that “you’re not complaining about it
right now.” Something was seen either through imaging (x-ray, CT, etc) or
through blood work (elevated cholesterol, low thyroid function, etc) but you
don’t “feel” like it’s a problem. It didn’t alert you that you needed to see
your physician. It’s sub clinical. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Inflammation is ALWAYS the initiating factor to an eventual diagnosis.
Thermal imaging is a way to monitor for areas of inflammation in the body.
Inflammation indicates an unhealthy situation and
<strong><em>potentially,</em></strong> a future diagnosis. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What about <strong>autoimmune diseases</strong> like Rheumatoid Arthritis,
Crohn’s Disease, or Dermatomyositis, to name a few? Did inflammation contribute
to this type of diagnosis?</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We know for certain that an autoimmune diagnosis has one commonality:
<strong>increased intestinal permeability</strong> also known as <strong>leaky
gut</strong>. A leaky gut leads to inflammation and plays a role in the
diagnosis of an autoimmune disease*. Optimizing gut health is
<strong>crucial</strong> to optimizing health. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In this month’s newsletter we elucidate the role thermography plays in
identifying “sub clinical” inflammation, specifically in the GI system.
Inflammation seen in the gut would allow the client to take immediate steps
towards reducing inflammatory patterns in an attempt to not only avoid a
diagnosis, but to optimize overall health.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">*
Sarah Ballantyne, PhD. <u>The Paleo Approach: Reverse Autoimmune Disease and
Heal Your Body contains multiple references</u></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Below we enumerate five components for a healthy and happy gut followed by
some thermographic before/after images of clients’ GI systems.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Five (5) components for gut health:</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1. Remove gluten (wheat) from your diet </span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The standard wheat harvest protocol in the US is to drench the fields with
the herbicide, <em>Roundup.</em> The active ingredient of <em>Roundup</em>,
<strong>glyphosate</strong>, is added to a wheat field several days before
harvest causing desiccation of the wheat stalk. This practice then allows the
entire wheat field to be harvested at the same time, thereby, increasing the
yields. This practice is banned in several countries but has been an acceptable
practice in the United States for the past 15 years. </span><br />
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<td align="center" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Note: The Food Standards Agency in the United Kingdom reports that
the use of Roundup as a wheat desiccant “result in Glyphosate residues regularly
showing up in bread samples.”</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Glyphosate</strong> disrupts beneficial gut microbes which are
responsible for the synthesis of critical amino acids. These amino acids help
maintain a healthy gut lining. A disruption of the friendly gut bacteria can
lead to increased permeability known as “leaky gut.” </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In essence, <em>Roundup</em> significantly disrupts the functioning of
beneficial bacteria in the gut and contributes to permeability of the intestinal
wall and consequent expression of autoimmune diseases.
<strong>Glyphosate</strong> is the active ingredient in the herbicide and is
suggested to be the key contributor to: obesity, autism, Alzheimer’s,
Parkinson’s, infertility, depression, and cancer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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increased incidence of certain autoimmune diseases.</span><br />
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<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><strong>Thermologist
Interpretation:</strong><br /><em>Thermal activity throughout the upper abdomen
has intensified compared to 9-19-2011 and is more extensive towards the right.
Hepatic dysfunction is a consideration and laboratory assessment is recommended.
Hyperthermia involving the lower pelvis R > L has increased and appears to be
lymph related. No finding is evident with regards to the pelvic viscera</em>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Diet prior to June 2010 consisted of fast foods and soft drinks; highly
processed foods. This client was not restricting wheat/gluten intake.
Thermologist interpretation “inspired” this client to make critical dietary
changes. Changes were made, but the gut was slow to respond until client began
adhering to a more rigid diet removing all gluten and grains from September 2013
– September 2014.</span><br />
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<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" width="160"><img alt="" height="112" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/december2014/therm2.jpg" width="153" /><strong>September 2014</strong></td>
<td style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Thermologist
Interpretation:</strong><br /><em>Upper quadrant thermal activity has
<strong>decreased</strong> compared to 9-27-2013. Residual thermal activity is
evident towards the left and may correspond to the spleen or to the splenic
flexure region of the large bowel. No current finding is evident with regards to
the liver. Pelvic level thermal activity has largely resolved as well. There is
no indication as to current visceral dysfunction. Abdominal region thermal
activity has likewise decreased and the recent change in diet may have
relevance.</em></span> </td></tr>
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Diet since September 2013 - current: Gluten-free and grain-free diet. Client
is now following the Auto-Immune Protocol as suggested by Sarah Ballantyne,
PhD.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>2. Take digestive enzymes</strong></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Low stomach acid is a common problem due to increasing age, adrenal
fatigue/chronic adrenal stimulation, alcohol consumption, bacterial infection,
chronic stress, and certain medications. Ideally, when food enters the stomach
and small intestine, the acidic contents signals the pancreas to release
digestive enzymes. Low stomach acid would cause inadequate release of digestive
enzymes resulting in the inadequate breakdown and subsequent malabsorption of
micronutrients. Undigested food in your intestines can then slow the movement
of food through your gut leading to inflammation and gut dysbiosis.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>3. Add L-Glutamine
</strong><strong></strong></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">L-Glutamine is an amino acid that's helpful in healing a damaged gut, and is
a key component to helping repair a leaky gut. Glutamine reduces intestinal
permeability and aids in healing the mucosal lining. In her book, <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3929&m=5293&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=47277&l=-http--www.ThePaleoMom.com" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3929&m=5293&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=47277&l=-http--www.ThePaleoMom.com">The
Paleo Approach: Reverse Autoimmune Disease and Heal Your Body,</a> author Sarah
Ballantyne, PhD suggests the use of a non immune-stimulating (non-inflammatory)
glutamine supplement called deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) in <strong>capsule
form.</strong> </span><br />
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<td align="center" style="color: #333333; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Caution: <strong>Chewable</strong> DGL may contain sugar alcohols
or other undesirable ingredients. Capsule form may be a better
option.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Search the internet for a good source of DGL or eat glutamine-rich foods such
as:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Gelatin, unsweetened
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Grass-fed Bison
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sardines and Salmon
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Spinach, scallions, coconuts and dates </span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>4. Probiotics, probiotics,
probiotics</strong></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Critical to gut restoration and bringing balance to your GI system requires
adequate intake of high-quality probiotics. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Adding probiotics to your diet can be achieved through supplementation or by
adding lacto-fermented vegetables and lacto-fermented drinks to your diet.
Fermenting vegetables was once how food was preserved before refrigeration was
available. The fermentation process allows the growth of favorable
<em>Lactobacilli</em> bacteria to flourish and grow. The process of
lacto-fermentation happens when the starches and sugars within the vegetables
are converted to lactic acid by the friendly bacteria lactobacilli. The lactic
acid acts not only as a preservative for foods, but also promotes the growth of
healthy bacteria in the GI tract.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you are interested in making your own lacto fermented vegetables or want
to learn how to make other probiotic-rich recipes, <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3929&m=5293&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=47278&l=-http--www.culturesforhealth.com/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3929&m=5293&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=47278&l=-http--www.culturesforhealth.com/">click
this link</a> to learn more and sign-up for free e-books about fermentation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>5. Relax</strong></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Stress is damaging to the GI system, and anyone suffering from a poorly
functioning GI tract would benefit from learning various stress-management
techniques. This will help get the gut back into better balance. Meditation,
yoga, prayer are a few suggestions but relaxation can also include a walk
outdoors, talking to a psychotherapist or developing an appropriate hobby
(knitting, reading, etc). </span><br />
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<td><img alt="" height="103" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/december2014/therm3.jpg" width="116" /></td>
<td><img alt="" height="103" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/december2014/therm4.jpg" width="116" /></td>
<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><strong>Thermologist
Interpretation (March 2011)</strong><br /><em>There are irregular areas of
hyperthermia over the ascending, transverse and descending colons, which suggest
inflammation and raise the question of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).These
findings may relate to the reported intestinal issues. The thermal findings over
the abdomen suggest colon dysfunction. </em></td></tr>
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<td><img alt="" height="103" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/december2014/therm5.jpg" width="116" /></td>
<td><img alt="" height="103" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/december2014/therm6.jpg" width="116" /></td>
<td style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><strong>Thermologist
Interpretation (June 2011)</strong><br /><em>The previously-noted irregular areas
of hyperthermia over the ascending, transverse and descending colons, which
suggest inflammation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), have <u>decreased</u>
in intensity. </em></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although the differences in the images above don’t seem significantly
different, this represents only a <strong>three-month interval of time</strong>
after making dietary changes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It has been said that 80% of your immunity begins in your GI tract. Being
willing to make dietary changes to optimize gut health is critical to achieving
and maintaining overall optimal health. Eliminating gluten is only the first
step. Restoring your GI system with nutrient-dense foods rich in active
enzymes, L-glutamine, and healthy probiotics is also required. And finally,
managing life stressors effectively and healthily is certainly a key component
to better overall health, too.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermal imaging is a tool that can visualize current GI health and monitor
for improved thermal patterns after dietary modifications. Unmanaged (or sub
clinical) inflammation is a precursor to a problem in the future.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In health,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Brenda and Lynda Witt</span><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-85824429461418870892014-10-13T09:11:00.000-07:002014-10-13T09:11:11.329-07:00<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #351c75;"><u>10 Tips for Preventing Breast Cancer </u></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We are right in the middle of October, you know, Breast Cancer Awareness
Month, and we thought we would offer our readers tips on how to prevent breast
cancer rather than focusing on finding or detecting cancer.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These tips come from the organization called <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46208&l=-http--preventionstartshere.org/top-10-tips-to-prevent-breast-cancer/" style="color: #6b230d;" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46208&l=-http--preventionstartshere.org/top-10-tips-to-prevent-breast-cancer/">Breast
Cancer Fund</a>. This organization works to move the conversation from awareness
of breast cancer to the prevention of the disease. These tips can help shift an
individual from a position of awareness to one of personal action and
empowerment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">1. Lower
your exposure to <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46209&l=-http--www.breastcancerfund.org/clear-science/radiation-chemicals-and-breast-cancer/ionizing-radiation.html" style="color: #6b230d;" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46209&l=-http--www.breastcancerfund.org/clear-science/radiation-chemicals-and-breast-cancer/ionizing-radiation.html">medical
radiation</a></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although X-rays and CT scans can give critical information for diagnosing
medical problems, exposure to this kind of radiation is the longest and most
firmly established environmental cause of breast cancer. Keep a record of your
medical radiation exposure and discuss with your medical care team whether or
not the tests are necessary and whether there may be alternative tests that
don’t use radiation, such as an MRI or ultrasound. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">2. If you
eat meat, choose hormone-free</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The synthetic growth hormone Zeranol is one of the most widely used chemicals
in the U.S. beef industry, even though it’s been banned in the European Union
since 1989. It mimics estrogen and studies have shown cancer cells exposed to
Zeranol-treated beef show significant increases in cancer growth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">3. Choose
organic fruits and veggies—avoid pesticides</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Pesticides are formulated with the intent of destroying pests—it’s no wonder
that they’re harmful to our health as well. Studies have shown that some
herbicides and pesticides stimulate growth of breast cancer cells or cause
mammary cancer in rats. Therefore, you should go for certified organic produce,
which is grown without toxic pesticides and herbicides.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">4. Choose
cleaning products that tell you what’s in them…or <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46210&l=-http--www.breastcancerfund.org/reduce-your-risk/tips/healthy-home/" style="color: #6b230d;" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46210&l=-http--www.breastcancerfund.org/reduce-your-risk/tips/healthy-home/">make
your own</a></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Ever notice that those strong-smelling window cleaners and scouring powders
you use don’t list ingredients on their labels? That’s because no law requires
manufacturers to do so, even though these products often contain chemicals
linked to breast cancer and other serious health problems. Look for products
made by companies that voluntarily disclose ingredients, or learn how to make
your own. A little bit of baking soda and vinegar will go a long way.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">5. Ditch
your Teflon pots and pans</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although there’s no denying they make our life easier, nonstick pans and
stain-resistant materials can contain toxic perfluorinated chemicals. These
endocrine disruptors have been associated with delayed menstruation, later
breast development and increased incidence of breast cancer. Alternatives
include anodized aluminum, stainless steel or cast iron.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">6. Avoid
toxic kids PJs</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Even though some flame retardants have been phased out of kids pajamas, these
harmful ingredients have been replaced with other dangerous chemicals. Stay away
from PJs labeled “flame resistant,” and pick snug-fitting alternatives that
provide fire safety without toxic chemicals.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">7. Don’t
be fooled by “natural” claims on beauty products</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The beauty industry is virtually unregulated in the U.S., and many toxic
chemicals can be found in the most common of makeup, shampoos, lotions and other
personal care products. A claim of “organic” or “natural ingredients” still
leaves plenty of room for harmful ingredients.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">8. Avoid
canned foods</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While the endocrine-disrupting chemical bisphenol-A (BPA) has been banned
from baby bottles, sippy cups, and infant formula packaging, it is still widely
used to line food cans. More than 300 laboratory and human studies have linked
low levels of BPA exposure to a staggering number of health problems, including
breast cancer, prostate cancer, infertility, early puberty, and diabetes. Even
minuscule amounts have been shown to disrupt normal prenatal development. Avoid
canned foods and <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46211&l=-http--www.breastcancerfund.org/big-picture-solutions/make-our-products-safe/cans-not-cancer/" style="color: #6b230d;" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3873&m=5237&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=46211&l=-http--www.breastcancerfund.org/big-picture-solutions/make-our-products-safe/cans-not-cancer/">learn
more</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">9. Find
safe ways to fight germs</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Triclosan was initially developed as a surgical scrub for medical
professionals, but in recent years it has been added to a host of consumer
products, from kitchen cutting boards to shoes. Triclosan in cosmetics,
antibacterial soaps and body washes may contribute to making bacteria resistant
to antibiotics. Endocrine disruption, allergies, organ system toxicity are among
the additional health concerns associated with this prevalent chemical.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">10. Know
your plastics</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Plastic is everywhere—it’s used in consumer products and packaging of all
kinds, but there are serious risks to human health and the environment from its
widespread use. Vinyl Chloride was one of the first chemicals designated a known
human carcinogen. Yet it’s still used in food packaging, medical products,
appliances, cars and more. Avoid plastics that contain phthalates, especially
polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which often has the recycling code 3. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Wishing you a happy autumn!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in prevention,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lynda and Brenda</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-79897939730510511492014-08-21T13:06:00.004-07:002014-08-21T13:06:53.582-07:00<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Dental Health and DITI </span></span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Standard dental practices have come under fire recently as more and more
research reveals how these practices may have an unhealthy impact on the rest of
your body.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Since the inception of dentistry, teeth have been looked at as being separate
from your body rather than a living part of your physiology. As our awareness
grows, more people are seeking less invasive dental procedures, as well as
improving dental health to help heal other health challenges.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Listed below are 3 of the more common ways that dental procedures could be
harming your health.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: purple;">1. Root
Canals</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">According to Michael Ziff, DDS, 100 percent of root canals result in residual
infections. This may be due to the deficient seal that allows bacteria to
infiltrate. This causes toxins to build up and leach in to the body because the
bacteria undergo changes in this anaerobic (living without air) environment. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It was the research of the late Weston Price, DDS, MS, FACD, which determined
that toxins leaching out of root canals may cause systemic diseases of the
heart, kidney, uterus and nervous and endocrine systems. </span><br />
<br />
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<span style="color: black;">Active infection (white area represents the “hottest” region) demonstrating
dental pathology. The autonomic pattern over the heart (cool blue region)
correlates with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). </span></td></tr>
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<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Hal A. Huggins, a leading dentist and educator on the dangers of root canals
backs this up by stating that when a tooth with a root canal is removed, the
periodontal ligament that attaches to the tooth should also be removed,
otherwise a pocket of infection may remain. Full removal of the tooth and
ligament stimulates the old bone to produce new bone for healing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">New dental practices are now on becoming part of integrative dentistry.
Oxygen/ozone therapy is used to help enhance the outcome in all aspects of
dentistry. For example, periodontal disease is a chronic gum and bone
infection. By utilizing the different application forms of oxygen/ozone such as
ozonated water, ozonated oils and placing oxygen/ozone directly into the
infected gum pockets, periodontal disease can be arrested without the use of
pharmaceutical drugs and associated side effects. Oxygen/ozone treatments can
also help with root canals as this substance sterilizes all aspects of the
tooth, even into the smallest canals and tubules. This allows for a truly
biologic root canal and thus retention of your natural teeth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: purple;">2.
Infections Under the Teeth</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Pockets of infection can persist under the teeth and often not seen by
X-rays. This can be particularly true for teeth that have undergone root
canals. It is very difficult to remove all bacteria and toxins from the root
during this procedure. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These infections can remain in your mouth, undetected by you or your dentist,
for years while toxins can leak out and depress your immune system. A depressed
immune system can allow for chronic degenerative diseases to develop in other
regions of your body. Often, once these infections are detected and treated,
symptoms of other diseases will resolve. </span><br />
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Low level infection can persist for years never seen by routine dental exams.
DITI can help identify these acute infections so that further intervention can
take place.</td></tr>
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<span style="color: purple;"> </span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: purple;">3.
Amalgam Fillings</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While all metals used in dentistry are toxic, the most harmful are mercury
fillings or silver fillings. Unfortunately, this material contains 50% mercury
and only 25% silver. Mercury has been a known poison since the 1500s, but it
has been used in dentistry since the 1820s. Mercury cannot be put down a sink
or thrown in a landfill, yet it has been put in people’s mouths for
centuries.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: purple;"> </span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: purple;">Safe
Amalgam Removal</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Safe removal of this dental material takes the knowledge of a biological
dentist. To find one in your area, <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3825&m=5185&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=45169&l=-http--www.iaomt.org/" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3825&m=5185&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=45169&l=-http--www.iaomt.org/">click
on this link</a>.</span><br />
<br />
<img align="left" alt="" height="166" hspace="10" src="http://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/august2014/image3.jpg" width="222" /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Proper and safe removal is not only for the patient, but
for the dentist and his/her staff. This is a lengthy process that should
include: proper procedure (cut and chunk), keeping the amalgam cool with water,
suction, dental dam usage, covering of the skin and hair, supplemental air,
etc. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Seek more information at the above website. The site is for the
International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. There you can locate a
biological dentist in your area.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thermography can help correlate dental findings and illuminate problems that
may be missed on routine x-rays. Utilizing both radiographs and DITI can help
improve dental health! </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in prevention,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lynda and Brenda Witt</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-65554140501729753482014-06-26T11:32:00.002-07:002014-06-26T11:32:50.911-07:00<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Breast Health and Your Lymphatic System</span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Listed in the table below are statistics related
<strong><em>specifically</em></strong> to women’s health:</span><br />
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<strong>Disease or diagnosis</strong></td>
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<strong>Incidence </strong></td>
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<strong>Deaths</strong></td></tr>
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Heart disease</td>
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1:3</td>
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1:4</td></tr>
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Heart disease or stroke </td>
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1:2</td>
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1:2</td></tr>
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Breast cancer</td>
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1:8</td>
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1:30</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Furthermore, many people are not aware that heart disease can be more deadly
for women than men as <strong>39% of women who have heart attacks die within a
year, compared to 31% of men. </strong>During the first four years after a heart
attack, the rate for a second heart attack is 20% for women and 15% for men.
<strong>Heart disease actually kills more women than men.</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><em>Yet, breast cancer is the <u>most</u> feared disease of
women</em></strong>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Breast cancer is the most common form of malignancy in women with
approximately 200,000 cases diagnosed annually and approximately 40,000 women
dying from this disease.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">With more and more information about breast disease, many women are turning
to therapies they can utilize to address breast health, focus on prevention and
adopt a proactive approach for overall optimum breast heath.</span><br />
<br />
<br />
<em><img align="left" alt="Initial Image" height="123" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/june2014/1.jpg" vspace="5" width="164" />Client’s <u>initial</u> baseline breast scan was at
<strong>Some</strong> <strong>Risk</strong> (C grade) and she was dissatisfied
with her results. The thermologist’s report commented on her lymph congestion
and client left determined to make lifestyle changes that would decrease her
congestion / reduce her risk factors and improve her T BI RADS score on her 3
month follow up scan.</em><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The breast is composed of different layers: connective, adipose, and
glandular tissue all overlying the pectoralis muscles of the chest wall. These
different layers of tissue along with fat give the breasts their size and
shape.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lymph nodes and lymph vessels combine to form the breast’s lymphatic system
and work with a chain of lymph nodes that run up the center of the breast bone
called the mammary chain and all drain into the lymph nodes in the armpit
(axillary) region.</span><br />
<br />
<em><img align="left" alt="3 month" height="130" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/june2014/2.jpg" vspace="5" width="173" />Client’s 3 month follow up scan showed decrease in inflammation as
well as decreased lymphatic congestion. Client chose to eat a anti-inflammatory
diet (Mediterranean diet), gave up coffee, tea and other drinks and opted to
drink more water. Client also experienced improvements in her sleeping patterns
and felt much more alert throughout her day. T BI RADS score improved to a B
grade (<strong>Low</strong> <strong>Risk</strong>).</em><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A well functioning lymphatic system is vital to good health as it is the
“garbage disposal” for cellular waste, clearing the area of infection, bacteria,
metabolic waste and any other stagnation. Many women will ask about the
inflammation in their armpits seen on their breast scans and a short discussion
about the lymphatic system will ensue.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The protective nature of our lymphatic system works to halt the formation of
unhealthy tissue build up, which can steadily progress to tissue damage (caused
by inflammation) and disease. With close to 500 lymph nodes in the neck, chest,
breast and axillary areas, it is imperative that we work to maintain a
free-flowing and well functioning lymphatic system in order to maintain or
improve our breast health and reduce our risks for breast diseases. </span><br />
<br />
<em><img align="left" alt="Annual" height="130" hspace="5" src="https://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/june2014/3.jpg" vspace="5" width="181" />Client’s annual imaging showed marked improvements throughout both
breasts and axillary regions. Client continues to utilize healthy lifestyle
choices to maintain her now <strong>Low Risk</strong> / <strong>Within Normal
Limits</strong> T BI RADS score (A/B grade).</em><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Keep in mind the other factors besides lymphatic congestion that can cause
breast and axillary region inflammation: stress, poor diet, hormonal imbalance,
lack of proper breathing (shallow breathing), lack of movement/exercise, etc. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While current research is inconclusive, there are plenty of reports linking
aluminum-based antiperspirants and parabens (ethyl-, methyl-, propyl-) with the
growth of breast cancer cells.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">As more women move towards prevention, utilizing thermography to monitor
stability and watch for worrisome changes, other modalities are incorporated to
remove lymph congestion including essential oils in the breast and axillary
regions, lymphatic massage, rebounding (mini-trampoline), dry skin brushing,
yoga and proper breathing techniques (diaphragmatic breathing – belly
breathing). Of course, healthy eating and regular body work should be utilized,
as well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A focus on breast health in the written reports is important and many clients
quickly scroll down to the T BI RADS score to see if there is anything to “worry
about.” <strong><em>But, please keep in mind that cardiac health is also
evaluated thermographically with each breast scan. </em></strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This 48 y/o client was in for her routine annual breast scan and the
interpreting MD states: <em>“<strong>Hypothermia </strong>(cool blue left side)
at the posterior torso on the left (best seen on the lateral image) is
<strong>consistent with cardiac dysfunction</strong>. <strong>This is a new
finding</strong>. In the context of the history of hypertension, provocative
testing such as exercise stress should be considered.”</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We encourage women to make choices for their health based on their
understanding of the assessment tool used. It is imperative that everyone
understands that thermography is not the definitive tool in assessing ALL
aspects of health. It is simply another technology that we can use to help pick
up a “blip on the radar screen” that can then be followed closely to either have
further testing or employ a strategy of “watchful waiting.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What is nice to know is that during your breast health assessment scan
(thermal imaging), your cardiac health is also evaluated and reported on.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">All thermal reports with suspicious findings will state that further testing
should be considered if clinical symptoms are present. Please be sure to share
these findings with your healthcare practitioners.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Both Brenda and I are well connected to practitioners in our areas that can
offer their services to address your breast thermogram findings. Please ask us
if you have questions or would like us to connect you to a particular
practitioner.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in prevention,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lynda and Brenda Witt</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">NOTE: The client in the first 3 images was age 72 when she first started
with thermography and is now age 77. She maintains her healthy lifestyle
choices as well as her optimum T BI RADS score!</span><br />
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Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-67837302764495481472014-05-27T16:14:00.002-07:002014-05-27T16:14:27.988-07:00<h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #783f04;">Understanding the role of DITI in Breast Imaging </span></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">My sister, Lynda, and I are Level III Certified Clinical Thermographers,
certified and trained by the ACCT, American College of Clinical Thermology. We
are grateful to be part of this wellness industry and strive to grow our
individual businesses with integrity.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em>We challenge ourselves to convey accurate and reliable information
regarding what thermography can detect and how it is best utilized as a tool for
monitoring breast health. Most clients understand its effectiveness as a tool
for early detection of developing disease and preventive screening.</em></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although we feel we’ve covered this topic repeatedly, we’d like to review
again the appropriate use of thermography in breast health. Thermography cannot
(and is NOT designed) to "see" structures but rather, blood flow/temperatures
related to the health of the breasts. It is in this fashion that thermography
can detect the development of later biopsy-proven breast cancer potentially at a
very early stage. At the appointment, we also discuss the requirement to
establish a stable baseline to which all annual studies are compared against.
Any changes in that stable baseline indicates the early development of disease
and for those with a mindset of prevention, it's best to reverse this back to
the previously-established, stable baseline. This is how thermography is
best-utilized as a tool for PREVENTING future disease. </span><br />
<br />
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So why
does thermography sometimes not identify all breast tumors?</h2>
<h3 style="color: #638f7f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
<strong>What
is the physiological basis for a thermographically "missed" tumor?" </strong></h3>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>1. Lack of activity.</strong><br />In order to understand how a tumor
could "hide" thermographically, understand that our cameras can only measure
skin surface temperatures <em>related to blood flow</em>. If a tumor is no
longer active and there is no blood flow feeding the tumor, we cannot tell the
difference between the temperature of the tumor and the surrounding tissue.
Thermographically, this would be (generally) one temperature and therefore,
"missed" during thermographic interpretation. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>2. Dormancy.</strong> <br />Another possible reason for a "missed"
finding is that a tumor may become dormant. Perhaps the immune system has
encapsulated the tumor; walled off the tumor from the rest of the body and has
contained it. When you think about it, this is one major role of the immune
system. In this scenario, the immune system is protecting the body from the
invading tumor but thermographically it is not seen due to the lack of activity
(blood flow) of the tumor. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>3. Non-vascular.</strong><br />In some cases, some rare cancers may
not be vascularized or may be non-inflammatory in nature. That would mean that
there is not a sympathetic component (vasodilatation and vasoconstriction)
connected to the activity of the tumor and this would be "missed" as
well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />While some may think thermography “failed” they may want to consider
whether they truly understand the proper use of this technology. We utilize
DITI (Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging) to watch for changes over time and it is
not to be used to find cancer. Certainly we come across changes that eventually
lead to a diagnosis of cancer, but ultimately, DITI is not a cancer detection
tool.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">DITI is used by women (and men) who have shifted their paradigm from one of
“detection of disease” to one of “prevention of disease.” Annual breast
thermograms monitor for a change allowing early interventions to help shift you
back to your stable baseline. This is the best use of Digital Infrared Thermal
Imaging.</span><br />
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<td><img alt="Client, age 32 stable baseline" height="160" src="http://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/may2014/may1.png" style="display: block;" width="200" /></td>
<td><img alt="Client, age 32 stable baseline" height="149" src="http://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/may2014/may2.png" style="display: block;" width="200" /></td>
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<td><em>Client, age 32 stable baseline</em></td>
<td><strong>Annual:</strong><br /><em>Unhealthy lifestyle changes: poor diet,
increased alcohol intake, decreased exercise & disturbed sleep.</em> </td>
<td><strong>Follow-up Scan: </strong><em>Improvements to diet, sleep,
reduced alcohol intake, stress management & nutritional supplementation.
Back to stable baseline.</em> </td></tr>
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<strong>Below is a list of questions that frequently arise in regards to the
above information: </strong></h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><strong>If a tumor is not active (dormant) does that mean it's not
significant and I won't need to do anything?</strong></em> <br />Cancer is
unpredictable and it wouldn't be practical to make such a far-reaching
assumption. The truth is we don't know that it isn't significant. We encourage
you to talk to a medical practitioner about what options there are regarding
this finding.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br /><em><strong>If a tumor is established, would this been seen in a
mammogram?</strong></em> <br />Older, more established tumors can be
radiographically dense and therefore have a higher chance of being seen by a
mammogram. However, there is no test that has 100% detection rate. On average,
mammography will miss 1 in every 6 tumors. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><strong>If I've had annual mammograms and they were all negative, would
it be okay if I don't have any more?</strong></em><strong>
(</strong><em><strong>Then I could just use thermography
annually)</strong></em> <br />Understand that mammography's biggest limitation as
an effective screening tool is <strong>breast density.</strong> As we age,
breast density diminishes and the effectiveness of mammography would possibly
increase. Although you may have had a negative mammogram several years ago,
your breast density may have changed in such a way that what was difficult to
see previously is now easier to visualize. This would likely increase the
effectiveness of detection of tumors possibly not seen thermographically. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><em><strong>How often should I have a mammogram?</strong></em> <br />Some
prevention-minded doctors request that their patients have annual thermograms
and to not allow more than 3-5 years between mammograms. Other medical doctors
may still want to see a mammogram annually. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Ultimately, it's your responsibility to look at all the data, talk to your
doctor and decide what the best plan is for you. Breast thermography is NOT
limited by breast density and while it does not replace any
<strong><em>structural test</em></strong>, it offers the opportunity to detect
changes at <em>any stage of development</em> (from the first year to when it is
dense enough to be seen mammographically). See chart below. </span><br />
<br />
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<img alt="" height="383" src="http://static.workhorsewebit.com/phs/images/may2014/average-growth-image.jpg" width="433" /></div>
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<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Earlier detection may lead to earlier diagnosis and possibly more treatment
options. Ideally, it would be best to optimize breast health and
<strong>prevent</strong> the advancement of disease.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In health,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />Brenda and Lynda Witt</span>Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-21415031133443614782014-04-02T13:54:00.002-07:002014-04-02T13:54:19.051-07:00<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #e69138;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Imaging Inflammation with Thermography</span></span></span></h2>
Today we describe other ways to consider utilizing DITI as a preventative
screening tool. Thermal imaging alerts you to inflammation in an area of the
body so early interventions can be taken. Ultimately, decreasing inflammation
is better for achieving optimal health and potentially preventing illness. <br />
It is one way to determine if the chronic inflammation you have been ignoring
may be contributing to deleterious effects in your body.<br />
<h2 style="color: #638f7f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Inflammation:
Good or Bad?</span></h2>
Inflammation is a necessary and protective response to injury, an allergen,
or infection that poses a threat to immune health. The inflammatory response is
driven by the release of chemicals that signals the body to launch an attack on
the threat. And then, in perfect synchronicity, the tissues and organs signal
the immune system to shut down the assault; the threat is managed and the body
is no longer in harm’s way.<br />
While we need “short-term” inflammation, if the immune system does not shut
off and the system stays “primed” for attack this leads to chronic
inflammation. Chronic inflammation is the culprit behind all disease, including
heart disease, hypertension, stroke, arthritis, gout and cancer, to name a few.
In a reactive medical system, or “downstream” medicine, the doctors are taught
to treat the symptoms of the disease, usually with drugs. But many of these
diseases can be reversed WITHOUT drugs when you find the root cause for the
inflammation and eliminate it. Let’s explore different sources of chronic
inflammation.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hidden
or Chronic Infections</span></h2>
Chronic bacterial, viral, or yeast infections or parasites contribute to
inflammation. Foreign bodies activate the immune system to fight the invader. <br />
<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Inflammation
and Heart Disease</i></span></h3>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
Note the
inflammation in the head and neck area with a focal (white) area in the upper
left tooth. Client was found to have an abscessed (infected) tooth.</div>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
Also note
the asymmetry in the lower chest. This male subject also has heart
disease.</div>
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<h2 style="color: #638f7f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Root
Causes of Inflammation: You Are What You Eat</span></h2>
Food is probably the most common type of nefarious agent that contributes to
inflammation. Perhaps the one food that has received the most attention lately
and contributes to inflammation is, of course, gluten. Gluten is a protein found
in wheat-related grains and is now a clear contributor to systemic inflammation.<br />
<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Inflammation
over the right kidney</i></span></h3>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
This
patient presented with low back pain, there were no thermal findings in the back
but the abdomen showed a well defined area of inflammation over the right kidney
which could refer pain to the back. Subsequent tests confirmed that she had a
kidney infection. </div>
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</tbody></table>
Some clients have even removed ALL grains and sugars from their diet and bake
using almond flour, coconut flour, coconut nectar and other
grain-free/sugar-free options. Below is one client who was having trouble with
recurrent sinus infections, diminished kidney function, was heading toward
diabetes and had no energy. After making significant changes to her diet, her
kidney function is now normal, her A1C is within a healthy range and she has
more energy. Clearly, her sinus infection had resolved.<br />
<br />
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<strong>Before:</strong>
August 2010 – Client had been struggling with recurrent sinus infections and
poor dental health.</div>
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<strong>After:</strong>
November 2011 – Client had been grain-free for about 4 months and had a
comparison scan done to monitor for improvements. Significant improvements are
evident from this dietary shift away from ALL grains and sugar, including fruit
sugar. Client has lost about 35 pounds and enjoys increased energy and better
health by eating an anti-inflammatory diet.</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Any food that launches an inflammatory attack is considered an allergenic
food. Some common allergenic foods include wheat, soy, dairy, corn and peanuts.
You may notice gut distension or a bloated feeling after eating a certain food
and this is a sign that you are sensitive, if not allergic, to that food. Coffee
is considered pro-inflammatory because it triggers the release of excess stress
hormone, increasing inflammation. If decreasing inflammation is a personal goal
for you, you may want to consider eliminating coffee from your diet and adding
non-caffeinated teas.<br />
In addition, the quality of the food we buy can contribute to inflammation.
Animals traditionally raised feed in open, grassy meadows that then provide us
with meats high in omega-3 fats. Cattle that are fed a grain-rich diet (corn)
provide us with meat that is laden with omega-6 fatty acids which increases
inflammation. Omega-3 fats are protective and anti-inflammatory in nature.<br />
<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Immunity
begins in having a healthy gut</span></i></h3>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
Note the
local area of hyperthermia over the hepatic flexure of the colon. Diverticulitis
was diagnosed after clinical correlation with thermographic findings.</div>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
Probiotics
enrich your gut microflora . Ingest plenty of omega-3 fats and completely
eliminate Trans-fats found in hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated
oils.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Other
Contributors to Inflammation: Stress</span></h2>
Overwhelming life stressors or a combination of multiple major stressors and
how you manage these certainly can contribute to inflammation. Pressure from
your boss, difficult times with your spouse and children, illness/death of a
loved one, financial struggles or facing a life-threatening health challenge
will certainly tax the “Zen” in any of us. All these stressors, left unchecked,
can contribute to inflammation, leading to disease.<br />
<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">A
window into your immune health</span></i></h3>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
Occasionally
found is this type of hypothermic (cool) pattern near the T1-T2 vertebral level.
This pattern is associated with autonomic or immune system dysfunction and needs
to be correlated with clinical evaluation from your healthcare
provider.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Continued
leg pain after left hip replacement</i></span></h3>
<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;">
This
elderly lady had undergone a left hip replacement surgery 3 months previously
and her continued leg pain raised a suspicion for Deep Vein Thrombosis, DVT. The
thermographic findings were not consistent with DVT, but showed a focal area of
inflammation that guided a sonographer to a deep abscess near the bone. This was
lanced and successfully treated with antibiotics.</div>
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</tbody></table>
<br />
Again, inflammation is always the beginning of disease and thermal imaging
gives you an opportunity to assess where you may experience high levels of
inflammation. You can then work to address those areas, decrease inflammation
and potentially experience better health. Remember, health is a journey that
requires constant attention.<br />
<br />
Yours in prevention,<br />
<br />
Lynda and Brenda WittProactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-77163099417194286342013-12-20T11:16:00.003-08:002013-12-20T11:16:56.656-08:00<h3>
Early Rates of Puberty: Obesity or Estrogen Dominance?</h3>
Heavier girls are hitting puberty at younger ages in the US. Rising rates of
obesity seems to be a contributing factor. A small, long-term study of 1,200
girls ages six to eight years old have been followed annually or semi-annually
and assessed for signs of breast development. A summary of findings is noted
below:<br />
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<td valign="top" width="239">
<strong>Breast development* (average age)</strong></td></tr>
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<td valign="top" width="239">
African American</td>
<td valign="top" width="239">
8 years, 10 months</td></tr>
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<td valign="top" width="239">
Hispanic</td>
<td valign="top" width="239">
9 years, 4 months</td></tr>
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<td valign="top" width="239">
Caucasian</td>
<td valign="top" width="239">
9 years, 6 months</td></tr>
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<td valign="top" width="239">
Asian</td>
<td valign="top" width="239">
9 years, 8 months</td></tr>
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* As measured by Tanner stages of breast development<br />
<br />
We all are aware of the rising rate of childhood obesity and the correlative
increased rate of type 2 diabetes. But is this the primary cause?<br />
<br />
Dr. Anders Juul, MD head of the Department of Growth and Reproduction,
located at <a href="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3628&m=4983&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=40927&l=-http--www.rigshospitalet.dk" title="http://roiemailprogram.com/12all/lt.php?c=3628&m=4983&nl=40&s=5ab267bc8a6fecb64792f792d6b29247&lid=40927&l=-http--www.rigshospitalet.dk">Rigshospitalet</a>
in Copenhagen, Denmark doesn’t necessarily agree that obesity is the primary
factor in early breast development. His research indicates that obesity among
Danish girls is <strong>not a contributing factor</strong> to early breast
development and suggests an environmental component known as
<strong>xenoestrogens</strong>. <br />
<br />
Xenoestrogens are “foreign” estrogens that are consumed through environmental
means and best defined as “hormone disruptors.” They act at the same site as
natural hormones and exert the same effects of estrogen: cell growth and
increased cell division.<br />
<br />
Xenoestrogens can create an estrogen dominant scenario. Estrogen dominance
is the greatest risk factor for the development of breast, ovarian, and
endometrial cancers. <br />
<br />
Estrogen Dominance, a term coined by John Lee, MD and is <strong>defined as
any amount of estrogen NOT off-set by an adequate amount of
progesterone.</strong> As a woman transitions into menopause, progesterone
production declines nearly twice as fast as estrogen. Xenoestrogens are found
in foods treated with pesticides and insecticides as well as any products that
are petroleum-based. This list may include: lotions, soaps, shampoos, hair
spray, cosmetics, room deodorizers, solvents, cleaning products and plastics
(water bottles, food storage containers, etc). <br />
<br />
<br />
Other causes that can lead to estrogen dominance include: <br />
<ul>
<li>Excess body fat (greater than 28%)
</li>
<li>Excessive stress, leading to increased cortisol, insulin and norepinephrine
(leading to adrenal exhaustion)
</li>
<li>Excessive refined carbohydrates, devoid of fiber and beneficial nutrients
</li>
<li>Excessive chemical exposure (xenoestrogens) </li>
</ul>
So, with decreasing progesterone production plus foreign estrogen
consumption, we can therefore see how easily it can be to create an estrogen
dominant picture. <br />
<br />The good news is that estrogen dominance is modifiable.
Here are a few steps you can take to decrease estrogen dominance:<br />
<ul>
<li>Increase nutrients in the diet through high-quality, food-based supplements
</li>
<li>Consume fresh (organic) vegetables, adequate protein, and moderate amounts
of healthy fat.
</li>
<li>Talk to your health practitioner about adding bio-identical progesterone
cream to your regimen
</li>
<li>Lose excess body fat and get regular exercise—especially strength training
</li>
<li>Detoxify your liver. Healthy estrogen metabolism is dependent on healthy
liver function
</li>
<li>Decrease stress. Learn your limits; take care of yourself by allowing time
for what is important and necessary for your mental, physical, and spiritual
health </li>
</ul>
As 2013 comes to a close, we want to thank you for allowing us to be part of
this empowering journey to health and wellness. We watch you make necessary
lifestyle changes that dramatically (and positively) impact your health. We
hold you in gratitude and look forward to serving you in 2014. <br />
<br />
In appreciation,<br />Brenda and Lynda Witt<br />
Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-63087717224309894912013-11-04T09:59:00.002-08:002013-11-04T09:59:54.719-08:00<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><u><b> Whole Body Health with DITI</b></u></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In this newsletter, we’d like to focus on the value of <em>adopting the
mindset of <strong>whole body</strong> health and wellness.</em> Optimal breast
health begins (and ends) with optimal <strong>overall</strong> health. Today,
we will show you one example of <span style="font-size: small;">how </span>one client, Sara, utilized thermography in a
whole body scan to address overall wellness. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Although Sara stated she was concerned about her health, she didn’t carry a
sense of urgency regarding making long-term modifications <em>until</em> she saw
the results of her <strong>full body and breast scan</strong>. It was at that
time that she realized she needed to make health a priority. Here is a list of
the changes she made to her health:</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Diet:</strong> Gluten-free diet; dramatically decreased
carbohydrates; and increase in protein throughout the day.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medications and supplements:</strong> Stopped Synthroid (synthetic
medication) and started using Iodizyme (natural replacement); increased
B-vitamin supplements.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Spiritual and physical health:</strong> Chiropractic treatments;
energy practitioner to address emotional issues; a structural
integration/myofascial release therapist; and a deep tissue massage
therapist.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Below are the before and after pictures showing the dramatic reduction in
inflammation after starting her journey to health: (medical interpretation is
abbreviated for brevity)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">March 2011</span></td>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">June 2011</span></td></tr>
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<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-1.jpg" width="190" /> </td>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medical interpretation Mar. 2011:</strong> <em>The circumoral
hyperthermia, along with the hyperthermia over the sinuses, may represent a
neurogenic flare, which can be seen in fibromyalgia-like syndromes.
<br /> </em><br /><em>These patterns indicate a possible autonomic dysfunction,
suggesting that this individual’s immune system is chronically activated.
Contributing factors could include <strong>food allergies, pro-inflammatory
diet, dental pathology, hormonal imbalances/deficiencies, hypoadrenia/chronic
stress, heavy metal toxicity, low-grade chronic infection and systemic
illness.</strong></em><strong></strong></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medical interpretation June 2011:</strong> Thyroid gland
inflammation “<em>is diminishing.”</em></span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">March 2011</span></td>
<td>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">June 2011</span></td></tr>
<tr>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-3.jpg" width="190" /> </td>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-4.jpg" width="190" /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medical interpretation June 2011:</strong> <em>“There is decreased
hyperthermia over the posterolateral cervical neck regions bilaterally, which
suggests improvement in the myofascial</em><em>
dysfunction.”</em></span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br /><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">March 2011</span></td>
<td>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">June 2011</span></td></tr>
<tr>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-5.jpg" width="190" /> </td>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-6.jpg" width="190" /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medical interpretation June 2011:</strong> <em>“Hyperthermia
present in both axillary regions has decreased, indicating possible improvement
in the lymphatic congestion.”</em></span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">March 2011</span></td>
<td>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">June 2011</span></td></tr>
<tr>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-7.jpg" width="190" /> </td>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-8.jpg" width="190" /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medical interpretation June 2011:</strong> <em>“The previously-noted
irregular areas of hyperthermia over the ascending, transverse and descending
colons, which suggest inflammation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), have
decreased in intensity.”</em></span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br /><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">March 2011</span></td>
<td>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">June 2011</span></td></tr>
<tr>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-9.jpg" width="190" /> </td>
<td><img alt="" height="146" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/oct13-10.jpg" width="190" /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Medical interpretation Mar. 2011: </strong>These patterns of
inflammation demonstrate myofascial dysfunction and joint
inflammation.<em><br /> </em><br /><strong>Medical interpretation June 2011:
</strong><em>“There is decreased hyperthermia over the trapezius and rhomboid
musculature bilaterally, which suggest an improvement in the myofascial
dysfunction. There is decreased hyperthermia involving the thoracic and lumbar
spines, and particularly over the paraspinal musculature. These findings suggest
an improvement in the myofascial dysfunction.”</em></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><em><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The patient is to be commended on making significant health changes and
in getting a good response, particularly related to sleep. As you know, sleep is
essential to the body restoring itself, particularly the adrenal
gland.</span></span></em></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Inflammation is ALWAYS the beginning of disease and can lead to future organ
dysfunction, chronic disease or incessant pain. Thermography sees inflammation
and affords you the opportunity to make changes to reduce or eliminate
inflammation. Like Sara, it can be used to monitor success of modifications
that ultimately improve health.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">After only three months on her new lifestyle regime, she reported the
following:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><ul type="disc">
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Restful sleep
</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Weight loss
</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Increased energy
</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Improved digestion
</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Reduced neck and back pain
</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Detoxification as a response to her new diet </span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sara understood that wellness can be attained on many levels; physical,
mental, emotional, energetic, spiritual, etc. and she was not willing to choose
only one path. She chose many, all leading her toward wellness.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thank you all for being a part of our lives. Each and every one of you has
enriched our personal tapestry of life. We will forever be grateful for your
presence in our world.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Yours in prevention,</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lynda and Brenda</span></span></td>
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Proactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-1952778746386800702013-09-19T11:48:00.004-07:002013-09-19T11:52:30.479-07:00Four Benefits of Breast DITIAs we move towards fall, we would like to review for all our new, and maybe
some of our established clients, the four benefits of thermal imaging.<br />
<br />
<b>There are four main benefits to utilizing digital infrared thermal
imaging (DITI) for breast imaging:</b><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li>Risk Assessment / Risk Reduction
</li>
<li>Detection (not as a stand-alone technology)
</li>
<li>Prevention / Early Intervention
</li>
<li>Monitoring the Effects of Therapy </li>
</ul>
<h2 style="color: #3a3166;">
<u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Risk Assessment</span></u></h2>
<h3 style="color: #6b230d;">
<b>How healthy are your breasts?</b></h3>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" style="width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="190"><img alt="2" height="151" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image003.gif" width="190" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top"><b>Case Study #1</b><br />
This client maintains good symmetry with no
significant thermal findings. <br />
<b>Embedded</b> <b>temperatures</b> allow reading MDs to
determine <b>stable physiology and low risk for developing
disease</b>.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" style="width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="190"><img alt="3" height="147" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image005.gif" width="186" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top"><b>Case Study #2</b><br />
This client had significant vascular
activity in the left breast, not seen in the right breast which clinically
correlates with <b>fibrocystic</b> changes. <br />
Thermal <b>asymmetry</b> is a <b>risk factor</b> for
<b>future</b> <b>disease</b>. This client is a good
candidate for early intervention.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<h2 style="color: #3a3166;">
<u><span style="font-size: x-large;">
Risk Reduction</span></u></h2>
<b>Case study #3: A woman positively influences her breast health by
making lifestyle choices to aid in decreasing risk factors. </b><br />
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="190"><img alt="4" height="149" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image007.gif" width="199" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top"><b>Initial scan</b>: Medical interpretation indicated client to be
at <b><i>“some risk for breast disease.”</i></b> <br />
This T BI-RADS score would correlate with a letter grade of a “C” in the
educational grading system. <br />
This client began lifestyle modifications. </td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" style="width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="190"><img alt="5" height="149" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image009.gif" width="199" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top"><b>Follow up scan</b>: Client initiated an anti-inflammatory diet,
increased exercise and hydration and met with a professional to help manage
stress and improve sleep cycle. <br />
Medical interpretation <b><i>“at low risk for breast
disease”</i></b>which would correlate with a letter grade of a
“B.”</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" style="width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="190"><img alt="6" height="142" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image011.gif" width="199" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top"><b>Annual scan: </b>Maintaining lifestyle changes reflected
improvement and a lowered risk of breast disease. <br />
Medical interpretation of <b><i>“within normal limits and at low risk
for breast disease.”</i></b><br />
Letter grade would correlate to an “A/B”
rating.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Traditional <b>allopathic medicine</b> reminds women to have their
annual mammogram and hope that nothing is found. This mindset is a
<b>reactive </b>approach to disease.<br />
<br />
However, <b><i>every woman</i></b> can utilize breast
thermography to determine risk factors and make changes to diminish them. This
is a <b>proactive</b> approach to managing health. Too many women
aren’t aware that this technology is available and affordable or they are told
by their doctor that “thermography doesn’t work.” Unfortunately, many women
stop their research when they hear those words. <br />
<h2 style="color: #3a3166;">
<u><span style="font-size: x-large;">
Disease Detection (but not as a stand-alone
technology)</span></u></h2>
<b>In the case of certain types of breast disease not seen with
mainstream screening, DITI provides a <i>valuable</i> asset to
women.</b><br />
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="190"><img alt="7" height="151" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image013.gif" width="190" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top"><b>Case Study #4</b><br />
Client, age 38 presented with no family
history and no clinical symptoms. Thermal findings were highly suspicious and
follow up testing revealed <b>Inflammatory Breast Cancer</b> ~ a
highly aggressive form of breast cancer not detected by
mammography.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) is rare, but has a poor prognosis. The
clinical symptoms are:<br />
<ul type="disc">
<li>Rash or “bug bite” that won’t heal
</li>
<li>Inflamed or reddened area on the breast
</li>
<li>Feels “hot” to the touch
</li>
<li>Found in younger women
</li>
<li>No tumor or lump accompanies this type of breast cancer </li>
</ul>
This subject presented with NO clinical symptoms (listed above) and was
having a routine breast thermogram when this pattern was seen. Immediate
clinical correlation revealed IBC and warranted aggressive actions be taken. If
you or anyone you know has any of these symptoms, please take action to have a
thermal scan (or encourage someone to have a scan) as soon as possible to help
rule in/out this very aggressive breast disease.<br />
<h2 style="color: #3a3166;">
<u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Prevention</span></u></h2>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" style="width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="180"><img alt="9" height="143" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image016.gif" width="180" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top" width="270"><b>Case Study #5</b><br />
Client, age 32 established
<b>stable</b> baseline breast thermogram. <br />
This pattern and all temperatures were deemed stable after her initial scan
and the required 3 month follow up scan.</td></tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top"><img alt="10" height="135" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image018.gif" width="180" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top">Annual visit: A new vascular pattern in right breast was noted. <br />
Reported lifestyle: <i>poor diet, increased alcohol intake, decreased
exercise and disturbed sleep all due to extreme stress associated with her
career</i>. <br />
Consult with her health practitioner was arranged.</td></tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top"><img alt="11" height="135" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image020.gif" width="180" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top">Follow up thermogram: Negative for developing pathology. <br />
Client was motivated to make<b> <i>lasting </i></b>lifestyle
changes. After leaving her profession and making other significant changes,
follow up scans showed thermal patterns had <b>returned</b> to the
previously established <b>stable
state</b>.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Awareness of how the body is reacting to how you manage your stress, what
food you choose to put in your body, what quality and amount of sleep you get
and many other lifestyle choices is priceless. Using breast DITI helps with
“seeing” how your choices are affecting your physiology. <br />
<b><br clear="all" style="page-break-before: always;" /></b>
<br />
<h2 style="color: #3a3166;">
<u><span style="font-size: x-large;">
Treatment Plan ~ How Well is My Treatment
Working?</span></u></h2>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" style="width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="173"><img alt="12" height="139" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image022.gif" width="173" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top" width="277"><b>Case Study #6</b><br />
A palpable mass in the upper left breast
was accompanied by a faint bruise. Mammogram and sonogram of the mass were
performed with negative results. Client continued to seek answers using DITI.
Thermal asymmetry of ~ 2.2ºC (ΔT = 2.2ºC) showing a significant thermal
asymmetry and more testing was encouraged by the reading
thermologist.</td></tr>
<tr>
<td style="font-size: 14px;" valign="top"><img alt="13" height="138" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image024.gif" width="173" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top">Diagnostic mammogram with ultrasound and
then biopsy confirmed a large carcinoma involving the upper half of the left
breast. Client started on chemotherapy to reduce size and consolidate tumor
prior to surgery. Two months post-chemotherapy showed decrease in thermal
asymmetry now at ~1.2ºC (ΔT = 1.2ºC).</td></tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top"><img alt="14" height="136" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/august2013/image026.gif" width="172" /></td>
<td style="font-size: 12px;" valign="top">Surgeon was encouraged by the response to
chemotherapy based on thermographic findings as thermal asymmetry had now fallen
to ~ 0.4ºC (ΔT = 0.4ºC) and determined a lumpectomy would be the next
step.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
As you can see in this series of images, DITI can and does cross the
boundaries of allopathic and naturopathic medical procedures. While most of our
clients utilize the benefits of naturopathic medical procedures, at times,
clients will need to act quickly and more conventional measures are needed.
Using DITI to “visualize” how well you are responding to treatments can be of
benefit to you and your medical doctors.<br />
<br />
Again, we offer imaging of all different regions, but breast DITI is
especially fulfilling and you can see why with these case reports. It feeds our
souls and helps us to realize our life purposes to help the many women we have
throughout these past 9 years.<br />
<br />
We want to thank those of you who have shared your experiences with those you
know and love to help them see the benefits of this preventative technology.
Please continue to pass along to others these newsletters. Several of the
clients in these images were encouraged to use DITI for no particular reason,
but turned out to be of such significance to the lives’ of each individual shown
here.<br />
<br />
Also, if you have a desire to share your images with others via our
newsletters, please let us know. We disclose no names or other identifying
information and a consent form is on file before any use of images is done. If
your story or situation was especially unique, please reply to this email
letting us know of your interest in sharing your journey.<br />
<br />
Yours in prevention / early detection / early intervention and risk
reduction,<br />
<br />
Lynda and Brenda WittProactive Health Solutions, LLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00946004881365964959noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345570862949994352.post-661100931274926432013-08-22T13:01:00.000-07:002013-08-22T13:01:45.845-07:00DITI Uses in Atypical ImagingWe are often asked what inspired us to start a thermal imaging business.
Truthfully, it has been our own personal desire for prevention and wellness that
piqued our interest in providing this technology to our clients.<br />
Although we have been doing thermal imaging for many years, we sometimes
receive a phone call from either an existing client or a potential new client
asking if thermal imaging would be indicated for an unusual or unfamiliar
specific condition.<br />
<br />In an effort to represent thermography accurately, we
rely on our doctors to guide us when we are unsure.<br />
Below are several examples (some with images) of some unfamiliar situations
that required us to contact our interpreting physicians to ask if thermal
imaging would offer additional information for these situations:<br />
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husband doesn't want to have a prostate exam and would like to know if
thermography would be a good tool for evaluating prostate health? Would a
thermographic scan help us evaluate prostate health?</span></span></i></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #7a2900;"></span></i></b>
<br />
<br />
Sorry gentlemen, thermography would NOT be indicated to evaluate prostate
health. By the time we would be able to detect a significant finding
thermographically, it would have been picked up years prior in an annual PSA
test and/or by rectal digit exam. Our medical thermologists will not evaluate
any requests for evaluation of prostate health.<br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">My 32 year-old son was recently diagnosed
with testicular cancer. We are devastated regarding this diagnosis as he is
facing an impending orchiectomy. We are wondering if this diagnosis is accurate
and perhaps this is just an infection. Would a testicular scan help us determine
if this is an infection versus a developing cancer?</em></strong><br />
<br />
We cannot evaluate testicular health. Although the testicles lie outside the
body, they are surrounded and protected by the scrotum and thus any scans of the
testicles would really be an evaluation of scrotal health, not testicular
health. Talk to your health practitioner to try to alleviate your concerns. If
you are uncomfortable with his current diagnosis, request a second opinion if
this won't delay his surgery or potentially compromise his prognosis. Ask about
any blood tests that could help distinguish between an infection versus a more
serious pathology.<br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">I had a root canal two weeks ago and still
am having lots of pain. If we did a thermogram, could we look to see if there's
an infection? Will it be able to tell the difference between an infection and
the normal healing process after a root canal?</em></strong><br />
<br />
Thermal studies are useful to monitor the healing process or identify ongoing
infection. Thermography will correlate symptoms of pain with the thermal
findings and give an opinion that can help with clinical decision-making.<br />
<br />
<img alt="" height="147" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_2.jpg" width="395" /><br />
<strong>Above: Client wanted to use DITI to monitor healing from dental
procedures and images provided her with visual representations of her healing
progress.</strong><br />
<br />
<br />
<img alt="" height="136" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_3.jpg" width="390" /><br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">I had cancer several years ago and I want
to do a full-body scan to see if there is evidence of cancer anywhere in my
body. Can we do a full-body scan to look for recurrence of
cancer?</em></strong><br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;"></em></strong>Thermography has a high sensitivity and low specificity. Using thermal
imaging as a tool for looking for cancer throughout the body is not indicated.
Diagnostic tools that can help you determine reoccurrence of cancer may be a PET
scan, MRI and cancer markers seen in the blood (CA 125, CA 19-9, etc).<br />
Remember, DITI is used to watch for changes over time and not so much as a
detection device. Once a full body scan is on file, annual imaging to monitor
for new findings, increase/decrease in inflammation and determine trends is how
to use this technology. Attempting to use DITI as a detection tool puts this
technology in a different category and that leads to misuse and misunderstanding
of this preventive screening technology.<br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">In 2010 I was diagnosed with HPV. I want
to do a thermogram to look for activity of the virus and/or progression of the
infection. Can we look to see if this is leading to other urogenital (cervical,
vaginal, etc) cancers?</em></strong><br />
<br />
Thermography can help provide objective findings relating to the activity and
inflammation relating to an outbreak but would not be specific enough to
contribute useful information about other associated or developing
pathologies.<br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">Can we do an abdominal scan to look at
cervical, uterine and ovarian health?</em></strong><br />
<br />
Regional studies that include the lower abdomen can be helpful in identifying
inflammation and infection and other causes of dysfunction relating to the
cervix, uterus and ovaries. In most cases clinical correlation will be necessary
to reach a diagnosis and again, watching for changes over time offers the best
chance of early warning signs allowing for early intervention.<br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">I hurt my shoulder about two months ago.
It's not painful when I perform my daily living activities (dressing, showering,
etc) but do find it painful to reach upward. I can tolerate this but now I'm
wondering if I am causing more damage. Can a thermal scan tell me if there's a
tear (rotator cuff, tendon, ligament, etc) in my shoulder?</em></strong><br />
<br />
Yes, thermography can tell if there are any positive findings to indicate
joint related, ligament, muscular or other types of dysfunction which require
clinical evaluation, diagnosis or treatment.<br />
<img alt="" height="167" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_1.jpg" width="392" /><br />
<img alt="" height="157" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_5.jpg" width="390" /> <br />
<br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">I have a nodule on my thyroid. Can this
test tell me if I have thyroid cancer?</em></strong><br />
<br />
Thermography is not diagnostic, however it can show useful thermal findings
that correlate with a nodule and provide information relating to the activity of
the nodule which is useful in the decision-making of diagnosis and
treatment.<br />
<img alt="" height="140" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_6.jpg" width="390" /> <br />
<strong><em style="color: #6b230d;"> </em></strong><strong><em style="color: #6b230d;">My daughter has a brain tumor and had
surgery and has undergone radiation therapy. Can a thermal scan tell us if
there is a recurrence of the tumor before she is symptomatic?</em></strong><strong><em style="color: #6b230d;"></em></strong><br />
<br />
No, thermal imaging does not provide any useful information in the case of
brain tumors or the monitoring for recurrence.<br />
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<![endif]--><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><i><span style="color: #7a2900;">Heart disease and
peripheral vascular disease seems to be prevalent in my family. I am a 35
year-old male and I have high blood pressure. My twin sister and I would like
to come for thermographic evaluation of cardiopulmonary health or evidence of
early heart disease. Would this be beneficial? Would it be helpful to do
whole-body imaging? Would it be most-beneficial to do this every year or could
we come every other year?</span></i></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;"><img border="0" height="149" id="_x0000_i1033" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_7.jpg" width="370" /><br /><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Above: Client with elevated Cardiac
Reactive Protein (CRP), an early risk indication
</span></strong><b><br /><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">for heart
disease.</span></strong></b></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;"><img border="0" height="147" id="_x0000_i1034" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_8.jpg" width="368" /><b><br /><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Above: Patient with asymmetrical
finding in carotid artery detected with
DITI.</span></strong></b></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">There
are useful thermal findings that can indicate developing cardiovascular
disease.<br />Regular screening provides the best opportunity of detecting changes
at an early stage. The region's best suited to evaluate cardiovascular disease
include the chest, upper back and head and neck images. A full body study is
always helpful in assessing peripheral circulatory conditions and other
associated problems. The decision regarding ongoing annual screening or waiting
longer periods would be made after the first study and results combined with
individual history and symptoms.</span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;"><img border="0" height="181" id="_x0000_i1035" src="https://0808project.com/phs/images/july2013_9.jpg" width="390" /></span><br />
<br />
<strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">"Infrared
thermography is a promising technique for the detection of Coronary Artery
Disease (CAD) before and after revascularization."</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">
(Am J Cardiol 1993; 72: 894-896) Summary: Detection of thermal asymmetry showed
94% sensitivity for the presence of significant CAD. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">We
will always do our best to represent thermography accurately, and never hesitate
to admit to what we do not know or understand and ask for help and guidance from
our reading thermologists (MDs) when needed. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">Thermography
does not take the place of any other technology, but it is the ONLY imaging that
monitors the following: trends relating to inflammation, new findings in areas
that should be stable, increase/decrease of inflammation which helps monitor
healing/treatment response and allows for early interventions in an attempt to
stop disease progression. All other technologies offer detection AFTER disease
has been present for many years. At Proactive Health Solutions, we encourage
intervention BEFORE symptoms are present, thereby offering the patient the
opportunity to optimize health. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">Yours
in prevention,</span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 11.5pt;">Lynda
and Brenda</span><br />
<br />
<br />
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