Broccoli, anyone?- Broccolli may halt stomach cancer and the risk of ulcers according to John's Hopkin researchers. In a new article published by the  Journal of Cancer Prevention Research it was found that broccolli, a cruciferous vegetable,  which contains sulforaphane a phytochemical associated with protection from cancer. This research was conducted in Japan where stomach cancer levels are much higher than in the US. 25% of patients are never informed of abnormal test results-in a landmark study just published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. In a patient audit of more than 5,000 records, these abnormal findings were in a significant percentage of patients potentially life threatening. My advice: keep copies of all your test results in a file. Request copies of all tests you receive. Never assume..."no news is good news". The Next Global Pandemic? TB? The World Health Organization or WHO has issued a warning that a global pandemic of TB may be imminent! This drug resistant TB will have catastrophic consequences according to WHO officials. Incidence of TB has been growing worldwide for the past several years and is set to spiral out of control according to the co-director of WHO. Pancreatic Cancer - is now the fourth leading form of cancer in the US. This is what recently killed Patrick Swayze. The Journal of the National Cancer Institute has reported that a diet rich in red meat and dairy products significantly increases that risk. Other known risk factors are: cigarette smoking, obesity and diabetes.   Irradiated Foods may cause neuro damage! A new study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison showed that cats fed irradiated foods were at heightened risk for neurologic problems such as paralysis, cognitive less, movement problems, vision problems and death.   The study revealed problems with the irradiated foods due to destruction of the nerve's myelin sheath. This is similar to the course of Multiple Sclerosis.   Irradiation is used as a way to inhibit bacteria.    If you are are having problems or would like to use natural means to improve your health please schedule an appointment @ Apple-A-Day-Clinic.COM  or by calling us @ 847-577-4455. I offer a free consult anytime!

Aspirin Therapy may be equivocal therapy according to the Lancet Journal of Medicine. Taking aspirin to stave off deadly blood clots may be equivocal treatment with any benefits potentially outweighed by risk of gastric problems. Aspirin therapy was only found to be truly valuable in patients with a history of heart attack. PSST>>>>Common culinary herbs have anitcoagulant activity without risk of gastric irritation. Natural Oils decrease weight/bodyfat Ohio State University has found that two oils, safflower and conjugated linoleic acid are associated with weight loss and faciliating body fat loss in people, even postmenopausal diabetic women. Exercise during pregnancy raises baby's IQ! Exercise such as walking, jogging, running, stretching and using light weights by exercising the large muscle groups in the body, improve blood supply to the fetus and can account for 8-14 points in IQ! Mothers who exercised cwith cardio for 30 minutes each day had the biggest boost in their child's IQ's.   Artichokes have health benefits! Artichokes improve gastrointestinal health, lower cholesterol, enhance detoxification and protect the liver. Artichokes have gained popularity and clinical support in alleviating syptoms such as flatulence, gastropathy, and irritable bowel, they promote bile flow and assist the liver and gallbladder. They hselp with bile production and reducing LDL levels. They also help regulate cholesterol production in the liver.      Did you know?   Tuesday: Health Forums DeStress in this month's Meditation Room    Join the vitamin online discount program! Freebie Fridays: Send in a friend or family member Friday AM's for a free mini consult to see if holistic care if right for them. Free initial phone consults are available, anytime.  Thanks!  Taryn DeCicco, ND 9/15/09