"Herbal remedies for trichomonas are among the least impressive home remedies. None are more than 50 percent effective." (1)

Trich is short for trichomonas: a single-celled, four-tailed, protozoan parasite. About five million new cases of trich are diagnosed yearly in the USA.

Trich is normally present in a woman's vagina, intestines, and rectum without causing problems. Trich is pH sensitive. When the vagina becomes alkaline, trich overwhelms the healthy flora and causes symptoms. A trich infection, or overgrowth, is difficult to diagnose (without a microscope) and harder still to kill (without poisons).

Trich is an STD and can be spread by intimate contact. But sex is not required; hardy trich can live in wet, warm places like toilet seats, towels, underwear, and swimsuits.

In women, symptoms of trich infection include a thin, foamy, itchy vaginal discharge that is yellowish green or gray in color and foul/fishy in odor. Infected men are often symptom-free.

Trich can move from the vagina into the urethra and up into the bladder, leading to a urinary tract infection. Conversely, if you have a UTI that won't respond to treatment, it might be trich; check it out.

The homeopathic remedy for women with vaginal discharges that are green and itchy is Sepia.

In my experience, herbs that can coat and dessicate the trichomonas kill them about as well as poisons, either herbal or pharmaceutical.

Powdered charcoal, the kind used against poisoning, is so fine that it drowns the parasite; it also makes a black mess on everything, from your underwear to your sheets and towels.

Oak bark is a first class antimicrobial and drying agent; sitz baths are a classic way to use oak.

Milled medicinal clay, such a kaolin, can be used to dry out and coat the vagina and the trich, likewise, slippery elm bark powder.

The easiest way to use any one of these herbs is buy them already powdered and in capsules. If 4-6 capsules are put well up into the vagina, against and behind the cervix, body heat and vaginal moisture will dissolve them, freeing the agent within. For best results, repeat at least once a day for two or three weeks.

The alkaloid berberine sulfate - found in tinctures of the roots of barberry (Berberine vulgaris), gold thread (Coptis groenlandica), golden seal (Hydrastis canadensis), Oregon grape (Berberis repens), and yellowroot (Xanthorrhiza simplicissima) - is an antimicrobial agent shown to inhibit the growth of - and to induce morphological changes in - Trichonomas in the lab and in the field. A study in India found a Trichomonas-free rate of 90% in berberine sulfate group and 95% of the drug group; at the one month follow up, 83% of the berberine group and 90% of the drug group were still free of trich. The authors of the study commented on the lack of side effects in those receiving berberine.(2) The anti-trich dose of any berberine-rich tincture is 10-20 drops several times daily for 3-4 weeks.

Several weeks of hysterical hygiene are called for when dealing with a trich infection. Strip your bed and your bathroom and wash everything, using bleach or vinegar. Wash your hands after toileting. Swab off the toilet seat with dilute bleach. Remember, trich is hard to kill and persistent.

The standard treatment for trich infection is Metronidazole (Flagyl), a "highly toxic drug that is often ineffective due to resistance, particularly by trichomonas …"(3) Flagyl is a very strong antibiotic; it is not safe for pregnant or nursing women, or anyone with a blood disease, a peptic ulcer, or a central nervous system disorder. Side effects - lowering of white blood cells (which fight infection), nausea/vomiting, headache, diarrhea, joint pain, flushing, a metallic taste in the mouth, and numbness in the extremities - are common and are worsened by consumption of alcohol, vinegar, and mayonnaise. Coltrimazole is a milder drug with fewer side effects; it has a 60% cure rate against trich infections.

Herbalist and healer Joy Gardner says regular use of spermicidal jelly can help prevent trich infections.

European herbalists, including my friend Rina Nissim, swear by essential oils to kill all manner of vaginal infections. Valerie Ann Worwood suggests a blend of 5 drops tea tree EO, 4 drops cypress EO, 8 drops lavender EO, and 3 drops red thyme EO to get rid of trich. Of this mixture, she uses four drops diluted in two cups water, or a cup of yogurt, or a teaspoon of olive oil and applied inside the vagina.

Footnotes:

1. Rina Nissim, Natural Healing in Gynecology, Pandora, 1986

2. S. Gupre, Am J Des Child, 129(866), 1975 (quoted in "Antimicrobial Actions of Berberine Sulfate," D. Hoffman, Townsend Letter

3. M Torii, et al "In vitro effects of berberine sulfate on the growth of Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Trichomonas vaginalis," Annals Tropical Med Parasitol, 85(417 25), 1991

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Colon Cleanse? Why you ask? It's pretty simple, statistics are now showing that up to 60,000 people within the United States could die from colon cancer this year alone. Many deaths as a result of colorectal cancer could be prevented by a colon cleanse which would lead to a dip in those statistics regarding colorectal cancer. Many colon cleansing products have now come to the main front to try to aid in reducing this staggering number. MSNBC, CBS News and many other news outlets have done reports on the increasing number of individuals being diagnosed with Colorectal cancer, which can be deadly. The focus has also shifted quite a bit towards colon cleanse and the resulting colon cleansing products that offer solutions.

In this colon cleanse report I'm going to outline to you a few colon cleanse products that drastically reduce your risk of contracting Colorectal cancer and aid in overall better colon health. First and foremost I should say that an improved diet is of utmost importance, as it's not just the colon cleansing products that aid to cleanse your colon but your diet as well. Most forms of colorectal cancer can be prevented by a proper diet and regular checkups with your doctor for early detection. Colon cleanse is something you need to look into now and not later, and the two colon cleansing products I detail can provide significant help.

Whatever foods we consume is eventually processed through the colon as waste matter, better known as feces. It is important that this waste matter is excreted from the body daily. Unfortunately some of us with irregular bowel movements can have a "blockage" or be "backed up" which can lead to toxins remaining in your colon. These toxins can form polyps which can lead to colon cancer. Increasing the fiber in your diet, eating more fruits and vegetables can aid in regular bowel movements, but in cases where you want faster relief with proven results, you can use the colon cleansing products that I'm about to outline.

The first colon cleanse product is ColonMate, which you can read more about in detail at my blog by clicking here. This particular colon cleansing product can aid in flushing excess waste and toxins out of your colon. It will aid in reducing constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. Another key aspect of this product is the ability to help destroy bacteria and parasites that feed on your body. A nice added benefit is that you'll actually lose weight after using this colon cleanse product due to toxins and waste matter that were "clogged" now being excreted.

The second product that I recommend for a colon cleanse is called ColoPure. This colon cleansing product focuses on purifying and to detox your body. It's actually been awarded "Best New detox product" by the American Readers Magazine and is said to be the purest way to detox your entire body. It aids in reducing toxic waste, increasing your energy, and eliminating gas, constipation along with harmful bacteria.

These are the two colon cleansing products that I go into deep detail about in my Colon Cleanse blog, so you can read more about it at my blog. The fact is, that colon cleanse is a necessity. Colon cleanse is not anything that should be placed on the "back burner". By taking the time to read this article, you've already taken the first step to better colon health by educating yourself with the issues affecting many Americans today, which is having an unhealthy colon.

Even if you do not take the time to get more details on these colon cleansing products, then be sure at least follow this colon cleanse regimen:

1) Change of diet (increase fiber, fruits and vegetables)

2) Regular daily exercise

3) Regular doctor visits to check for colon cancer risk

Be sure to also check for potential warning signs regarding your colon.

See these warning signs:

1) Bloody stools

2) Irritable bowel syndrome

3) Constipation (Cramps, bloating)

4) Constant fatigue

5) Narrow stools & change in bowel regularity

The stats for colorectal cancer only stand to increase, now is the time to use colon cleanse in tune with these colon cleansing products. You now have a solution for better colon health. I've detailed some colon cleanse prevention tips, listed warning signs, and recommended two colon cleansing products that you can read more about at my blog. It's now time for you to take action.

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What is Mesothelioma?Most of people known that mesothelioma is an acronym of mesothelium which is thin membranes lining the chest, lungs, abdomen and sometimes the heart. Mesothelieum protects these organs with a dual layered membrane called visceral and parietal membranes which surround organs and body cavities, such as the lungs or abdomen. The visceral membrane surrounds the organ, and the parietal membrane is a sac covering the visceral membrane. There is a lubricating fluid between it that allows the organs to move. This fluid helps organs move easily between surrounding structure and reduce friction between the lung and chest wall during normal breathing.So What Is Mesothelioma Cancer?Mesothelioma Cancer is a form of cancer which occurs in mesothelium. This cancer cells become abnormal and replicate without control. They will invade and damage tissues and organs and spread throughout the body causing death. It metastasizes and at an advanced stage the disease reach to the other parts of the body like the lymph nodes, lungs, chest wall, or abdominal organs. Mesothelioma cancer will cause fluid to accumulate between the lung lining and the chest cavity.The Cause of Mesothelioma CancerThere are a lot of cases that indicate the cause of mesothelioma cancer but most of them are caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos can be found in insulation in many buildings. Asbestos can also be found in floor tiles, roofing, dust, rocks, cement, brake linings, roof shingles, flooring products, and textiles. Asbestos consists of fibers that can enter the body through the skin, the mouth, and, subsequently, enter the lungs, or blood stream. When a person breathes in, the fibers then travel to the ends of the narrow air passages reaching the lining of the lungs and destructing the mesothelial cells (the lining of the lung cells). If swallowed, these fibers can get in to the lining of the abdominal cavity where they play a part in causing a mesothelioma cancer.The Patients of Mesothelioma CancerPeople in the construction jobs such as in shipyards, insulation, boilermaking, milling plants, fireproofing and heating, automotive repair, and pipefitting are at the risk of contracting mesothelioma cancer. Common cases are found from workers such as Factory workers, miners, railroad laborers, gas mask makers, insulation workers and ship builders. People who have received asbestos exposure of as little as one or two months to very low doses are at risk of mesothelioma cancer. People who wash clothes of asbestos exposed people are at risk.The Chance of RecoveryIt depends on size and location of the cancer, age of the patient and their response to the treatment. According to the American Cancer Society, the five year survival rate is about 10 percent. Most patients only survive for a year after diagnosis or 4 to 24 months from the observance of the symptoms. Some physicians find it hard to detect mesothelioma cancer because its symptoms are akin to other diseases like lung cancer and pneumonia. The average age of patients is between 50 and 70 years, three-fourths of patients diagnosed are over 65.Three Types of Mesothelioma CancerPrimarily, mesothelioma cancer occurs in three areas, and categorized into:1. Pleural mesothelioma (lung cancer), mesothelioma of the membrane covers the lungs and chest cavity as well as the lungs2. Peritoneal mesothelioma (abdomen organs), mesothelioma of the peritoneum. Peritoneum is the mesothelial tissue that enfolds the organs in the abdominal cavity.3. Pericardial mesothelioma, mesothelioma of the pericardium. Pericardium is the sac enclosing the heart.Symptoms of Mesothelioma CancerThe symptoms of mesothelioma cancer occur owing to the deposition of fluid in the pleura. The patient would generally feel a pain in the chest region, accompanied by shallow breathing. The other symptoms are include : respiratory problem, continual cough and pneumonia, weight loss due to accumulation of fluid, abdominal problems and swelling of the neck or face, fever, anemia, difficulties in bowel movements, abnormalities observed during blood clots, fibrosis, pleural effusion, calcified plaques, bronchial cancer, and difficulty sleeping.

For many years, Heart disease has been the number one killer in our modern society. It now is battling for first place with cancers.

In order for our arteries and blood vessels to be healthy, our body needs a good supply of Vitamin C (Documented by Dr Linus Pauling (Nobel prize) and Dr Matthias Rath). This supply is essential for the production of collagen (Collagen gives strength to the wall of the arteries and blood vessels) and elastin (Elastin is the elastic fibrous material that keeps blood vessels and arteries together).

If our body suffers from a long-term deficiency of Vitamin C, then tiny holes will appear in the arteries. This will prompt the body to patch these little holes by sticking lipoprotein fats on top of the holes. This is produced in the liver. The body produces cholesterol and triglycerides in its attempt to plug in the tiny breaches. These fatty deposits on our arteries are known in modern medicine as "atherosclerosis". It is however a perfectly natural process of repair the body undertakes when damage occurs on the arteries through lack of vitamins.

These deposits can in turn be responsible for high blood pressure and arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat ). Varicose veins have also been linked to the same cause. Dr Matthias Rath wrote a book "Why animals don't get Heart attacks - but people do?" explaining that animals produce vitamin C in their body and we don't and claims that this is why animals do not get heart attack.

A complete lack of vitamin C over a short period of time will result in Scurvy. A long-term deficiency will result in coronary problems.

Rath and Pauling went on to advise a daily intake of 600mg to 3g of vitamin C together with vitamin B complex (especially B3 (nicotinic acid) and B5 (pantothenate)), proper minerals, trace minerals, coenzyme Q10 and amino acids (carnitine) will be the foundation for healthy arteries and the reversal of cardiovascular problems.

Other researchers have also advised on supplementation with Magnesium, amino acid arginine to lower blood pressure. Magnesium, calcium, carnitine, coenzyme Q10 have also been advised to regulate heartbeat (Dr Ralph Matthias).

A study over 10 years of 10,000 people by Dr James Enstrom (University of California Los Angeles) confirmed that American taking a minimum of 300mg of vitamin C each day were 50% less likely (male) and 40% less likely (female) to develop heart disease.

A further study of 87,000 people has also demonstrated that a proper vitamin E intake lowers the risk of cardiovascular problems by one third and vitamin A intake by 30% (Matthias Raph). A result that has never been matched by any modern drug. Why is it then that we keep being pumped with cholesterol lowering drugs when natural vitamins and nutrients found in everyday food do the trick?

A report published in JAMA by Dr Newman and Dr Hulley (Carcinogenicity of lipid-lowering drugs published on 6 January 1996 ) of the San Francisco Medical School state that Cholesterol lowering drugs cause cancer in laboratory animals.

Why are we so depleted of Vitamin C?

The answer is found in our dietary habits. Cardiovascular problems are very much a disease that increased over the last 100 years. Our eating habits have completely changed in that period of time as well. Our ancestors used to eat a lot of vegetables and fruits. Meat was expensive and few could afford it.

Our fields were rich in minerals and the food grown on them contained these important nutrients. Nowadays, through over farming and extensive use of chemicals, our fields are depleted from these essential minerals. Our diets are now rich in animal food (meat and dairy) that further compounds the problem with its high content of fat.

The stress factor

Our body reacts to stress by producing the hormone adrenaline. For every molecule of adrenaline produced, one molecule of vitamin C is needed. A depletion of vitamin C in the body will lead to cardiovascular problems.

Other factors

Smoking, lack of exercise, alcohol abuse, use of drugs.

The sad thing is..

As you may be aware from the EEC has now passed laws to restrict the sales of Vitamins, minerals and other natural products. This means that soon, you will not be able to purchase vitamins in concentration high enough (if at all) to help yourself with various health problems.

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The birth of a child is sweet. For Amy and Warren Taylor, the birth of a healthy baby boy was especially joyous because the fragile infant developed and survived his mother's treatment for stage-three breast cancer-including chemotherapy, blood transfusions and a mastectomy. His healthy birth ended months of uncertainty as to how the cancer treatments might affect him.

When Amy was diagnosed, the Taylors were overwhelmed with information, decisions and life. "When Amy was diagnosed, I told four people that first night and I was exhausted," Warren said.

When someone you know is facing a serious health diagnosis or a condition like breast cancer, there are many ways you can help ease the strain:

1. Help out at home: Mow the lawn, take the trash to the curb, water the plants or collect the mail or newspaper. Offer to fold laundry or clean the house.

2. Help with meals: Provide ready-to-cook meals, frozen and portioned according to the family's size. Make-and-bake meal preparation stores are convenient if you don't like to cook. Restaurant gift cards always come in handy. Go grocery shopping for those family members who remain at home-or invite them for dinner.

3. Take care of the rest of the family: Help the kids at home get to school in the morning or to their after-school activities. Provide rides for the kids or dinner for them before their evening activities. Offer to take them shopping for a special birthday, holiday or get-well gift. Walk the dog or change the cat's litter box.

4. Create a caring community: That's what Warren's brother did when he set up a free, personalized Web site where the couple could post regular updates to keep people apprised of her treatments. The site created through CaringBridge became the conduit for engaging the Taylors' friends and family to provide the encouragement Amy needed to persevere. Approximately 1/3 of the nonprofit's private, personalized sites are for individuals battling some form of cancer.

"When you're fighting cancer, you can feel like you're in a bubble and alone," Amy said. "The responses, the love from people reading my site, their prayers kept me going and helped me realize that I wasn't isolated in this bubble."

5. Don't do it alone: Coordinating daily dog duty or the kid pool to extracurricular activities among a group will help spread out the responsibility and time commitment. A group may even be able to tackle larger projects such as painting or landscaping that will really touch the family.

Doctor's Advice

"When facing a serious health condition, people live in a slow-motion world filled with fear, uncertainty and important medical decisions. They simply can't focus on-or may even forget about-day-to-day activities," said Dr. Jesse Gruman, president of the Center for the Advancement of Health. "Those burdens cause action paralysis. Friends and family can best help by just doing whatever they see that needs doing."

Supporting family, friends and neighbors who are facing a serious health condition, treatment or a prolonged illness can be incredibly fulfilling, and your efforts will be a welcome relief during long days.

Amy Taylor cuddles her healthy son, who she carried through her treatment for breast cancer. Her husband Warren plays with their older daughter. Taylor says she found much support through a special Web site set up by Warren's brother.

Learn More

You can find out more about free, personalized Web sites for people with a serious health condition and set up a site at www.CaringB

Note to Editors: While this story can be useful at any time, readers may be particularly interested during October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Every day we see there is some or the other case of Asbestos Cancer. Asbestos Cancer is basically a form of cancer, which happens because of breathing in of Asbestos gas. So many people work in Asbestos mines and most of them after certain period of time suffer from the dreadful Asbestos Cancer. The chance of getting cured is only 2-3% in case of Asbestos Cancer.

Asbestos gas can cause several forms of Asbestos Cancer like Gastrointestinal Cancer Lung Cancer, etc. Asbestos Cancer is caused when the Asbestos gas affects the parenchyma and causes change in cells thereby leading to Asbestos Cancer. The recovery in case of Asbestos Cancer depends on quite a few factors like the size if the Asbestos Cancer, where has the Asbestos Cancer has taken place in the body, Age of the patients etc.

If a person is suffering from Asbestos Cancer then he should get immediate medical treatment and one should just sit around! The sooner you get the Asbestos Cancer diagnosed the better can be the results. One should always consult a good specialist as he can help the Asbestos Cancer in the best way.

The Asbestos Cancer can be treated by several methods. Some doctors use Surgery for treating Asbestos Cancer, while some use Radiation therapy. One can also use Chemotherapy drugs for treating the Asbestos Cancer. One should not go in for the treatment with consulting a doctor as he knows which method would be suitable for a Asbestos Cancer patient.

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1) Wearing Sunscreen at the Beach is Enough Protection

Even 85% of UV rays can make it through on cloudy days.

That means you are equally at risk in the car, out for a jog or

letting your children outside at any time of year. This happens even when

you are not at the beach. However, you are usually less dressed

at the beach, and covering up is still recommended even when wearing

sunscreen. The sunscreen itself also wears off with water and

should always be applied every two hours or after getting wet.

2) Taking Care Of Your Skin Now Will Protect You Later

Skin cancer can take up to 20 or more years to develop. The Skin

Cancer Foundation states that most people receive about 80% of their lifetime sun exposure before the age of 18. Just one red hot sunburn in childhood is estimated to double

the risk of melanoma later on in life. Taking better care now will indeed

reduce your risk, but it will not fully eliminate the damage already done.

3) A Tan Means You Are Already Protected

People with a darker skin tone are less likely to develop cancer. However

tanned skin is actually damaged skin. Repeated tanning injures

the skin and increases the risk of skin cancer by 20%.

4) It is Impossible to get Burned on Overcast Days

Just because the sun is hidden by clouds does not mean

you do not need protection. As previously mentioned the powerful UV rays from the sun will still penetrate your skin even on cloudy days.

Look over these common myths and understand that the rays of the sun will always be able to find you. Unless you are indoors, you will never be fully protected.

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