Archive for August 2011
The Purpose of Parathyroid Glands
August 14, 2011 | 
Author The parathyroid glands are four glands located in the neck behind the thyroid gland. These glands are responsible for producing parathyroid hormone (PTH), which helps regulate calcium levels in the bloodstream. When calcium levels in the blood is low, the parathyroid glands sense this and produce PTH. Normally, levels of PTH in the blood stream is between 10-65 picograms per milliliter (pg/mL). PHT then acts on the bones to release calcium and phosphorus. PTH also acts on the kidneys to decrease the excretion of calcium, increase the production of Vitamin D and increase calcium absorption from the gut.
Posted in Medicine | 
Tags: blood calcium levels, calcium absorption, calcium metabolism, calcium storage, parathyroid gland, parathyroid glands | 
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The Heath Benefits of Turmeric Realized
The western world is beginning to take notice of the health benefits of Turmeric, which have been known to the east for centuries. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine for a wide variety of purposes. Western medicine has been studying the use of Turmeric, and its active ingredient and antioxidant, Curcumin, for its anti-inflammatory effects, arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and uses in treating cancer. Let’s look at some of the information that has been made available regarding Curcumin and cancer.
A Definition of Absurdity Based on Research
Absurdity is a characteristic reflected on the human behavior, which indicates the absence of logical connections, based on what is commonly considered as being logical. Absurdity is also reflected on our thoughts. It appears in the form of ideas without logical explanations.
Even though most people believe that there is only one reasoning system, which gives us basic information about what should be considered logical or absurd, the truth is that there are numerous reasoning systems that distort the meaning of what is balanced and the meaning of what should be considered absurd. These distortions are based on selfish criteria, or they are based on erroneous concepts and conclusions.
Aromatherapy – How Do I Use It And What Is It For?
Did you know that it only takes four minutes for Essential Oils to start taking effect on your body? Whether through inhalation, skin absorption or direct skin application, there are many ways that you can reap the therapeutic benefits of oils day or night. It is important not to underestimate the intensity of aromatherapy oils and the therapeutic benefits that they offer. There are a couple of things you need to know about pure essential oils. You should never apply them directly onto the skin, they are potent and can trigger an allergic reaction or a serious rash. It is advisable not to use direct heat, products/units that do not involve direct heat i.e Diffusers, are recommended. I say ‘diffusing’ rather than heating because of the effect heating has on aromatherapy oils. Any heat administered directly onto essential oils actually breaks down the components of the oils. This results in losing some of the important therapeutic components of the essential oils. What does this mean? You don’t get the full BENEFIT of the oils because they are not dispersed in their purest form.
Posted in Aromatherapy | Tags: body, Confidence, form, inhalation, memory difficulties, mental fatigue, oil blends, pure essential oils, skin absorption, technology, therapeutic components, water | 57 Comments »