“Fasting is primarily the act of willingly abstaining from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time.” Fasting for health? In theory, most of us would agree that this sounds like a good idea. But when faced with the experience – the hunger – it seems more like a good idea for somebody else. Unless a …
Coffee Enema: Body Rejuvenation and Cleansing Lesson 2
The very popular coffee enema finds its usefulness by speeding up the detoxification process. Here is how this is accomplished. After having most nutrients removed, the stool material makes its way to the lower part of the large intestine, called the sigmoid colon. The stool contains many products of putrefaction at this point. There exists a special circulatory system between …
Diindolylmethane (DIM) and the Uterus
Diindolylmethane has a wide spectrum of action on various body systems and organs. Diindolylmethane is found in a variety of vegetables, but is rich in cruciferous vegetables, meaning cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Among the organs Diindolylmethane has a positive effect on, are the breast and prostate. It also has a beneficial effect on aging (slowing down the aging …
Diindolylmethane a Supplement for Breast Health
The female breast is a complex glandular structure whose primary function is the secretion of milk during lactation. During adult life the breast undergoes constant activity, especially under the influence of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. This action of the hormones causes cellular growth of breast tissues resulting in swelling. It is most pronounced during lactation (milk secretion) in adult …
Diindolylmethane and Prostate Health
Diindolylmethane or DIM has many beneficial effects on the human body. Diindolylmethane is a compound that is naturally present in certain vegetables of the cruciferous group including cabbages, cauliflower, broccoli and brussel sprouts. One of the organs on which Diindolylmethane has pronounced effects is the prostate in the male. Diindolylmethane also acts on the breast and uterus. Additionally it helps …
Diindolylmethane (DIM) and Aging
First what is aging? Aging is the process by which changes take place (with the passage of time) in the bodies of humans, resulting in wrinkles, gray hair, slackness of muscles and ultimately in death. Aging is defined as a set of processes that result over a period of time in health deterioration and ultimately death. We all undergo aging …
Psychological Aspects of Weight Loss and Life Change
If you are an information junkie you are not alone. It is way easier to read and learn than it is to take action. That is where today’s e-book can really help you. Of course the choice is yours, it can be just one more thing to read or you can decide to take it seriously and start making the …
Diindolylmethane for Cancer Prevention
Introduction DIM or Diindolylmethane is a dietary indole (a naturally occurring chemical or phytonutrient) found in a class of vegetables called cruciferous vegetables. These vegetables include brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower. Another important vegetable which contains this nutrient is broccoli. Though found in small amounts in these vegetables, this naturally occurring phytonutrient has a potent effect in preventing a number …
Testosterone Deficiency
Testosterone is a natural hormone within the human body and very essential for both growth and development. Obviously, men can suffer from deficiency of testosterone, as can women. Studies show that this deficiency is common in the older age group of men (55 years and above). The number of men affected with testosterone deficiency is rising significantly. In the younger …
Morbidity and Complications of Sleep Apnea
The incidence of sleep apnea is as high as 4% of women and 9 % of men in developed countries. Long term effects and complications associated with this condition: 1) poor sleep during the night with fatigue during daytime hours 2) effects on the cardiovascular system 3) effects on nervous system 4) effects on behavior 5) sleeping while driving and …