Sunday, November 30, 2008

Not Talking About The B17 Bomber Plane

If you are trying to stay healthy, you are probably trying to eat the right foods and exercise. Plus, you are probably doing everything you can to try not to get sick. You have likely heard that you can prevent cancer through the use of apricot seeds, so you have been giving that a try.

However, if you are like a small percentage of people, you may be having a problem with the apricot seeds stomach - upset and nausea. There are some people who simply cannot tolerate eating raw apricot seeds. These people and you may have tried all of the common suggestions, such as eating only a few seeds at a time, introducing the seeds with food on the stomach (or, conversely, without food on the stomach), and mixing the ground-up apricot seeds with food before eating them.

For a lot of people, these suggestions help but, for a small percentage of people, they don't. These people have to stop eating the raw apricot seeds and instead must start taking vitamin B17 tablets. While this isn't the preferred method of getting amygdalin into the body to prevent cancer (the raw source is always best), it will work.

How many seeds = 1 tablet?

When switching from taking apricot seeds to taking vitamin B17 tablets, it can get confusing trying to figure out how many tablets to take. After all, it isn't as if one seed is equal to one tablet (that would be too easy, right?). So, you will have to do a little bit of math when you switch.

Here are the basics: Vitamin B17 tablet 100mg is roughly equal to 25 apricot seeds.

Vitamin B17 tablet 500mg is roughly equal to 125 apricot seeds.

So, what you will have to do is look at the number of apricot seeds you are currently eating per day and then do the math to figure out how many tablets of vitamin B17 that is equal to. You may need to purchase a pill-splitter so that you can cut the pills in half or in quarters as necessary. For example, if you need the equivalent of about 55 to 60 apricot seeds, you need about a half of a 500mg tablet.

If you have seen loved ones suffer through cancer, you know what a horrific ordeal it is. Even if your loved ones successfully fought the cancer and are now in remission, the battle took a great toll. After defeating cancer, it can take years for a person to get back into shape and to feel somewhere near "normal."

This is probably why you are interested in preventing cancer, you either know someone who has gone through it, or maybe you just understand how traumatizing the disease can be. So, you are looking into vitamin B17 and apricot seeds in order to try to prevent yourself (and, perhaps, other loved ones) from getting cancer.

Vitamin B17 Tablets or Apricot Seeds, Which is Better?

It is generally accepted among most researchers in the field of amygdalin research (amygdalin is the active ingredient that actually works to prevent the cancer; it is also called laetrile) that the purest form of a substance has the most potential health benefits. In other words, the actual apricot seeds are actually the richest source of amygdalin; therefore, they have the potential to benefit people in greater ways.

This is actually true for any foods. For example, getting Vitamin C straight from a citrus fruit such as a grapefruit or an orange is much better than taking a Vitamin C tablet. The human body is better at metabolizing vitamins directly from food sources.
However, this doesn't mean that you cannot take vitamin B17 tablets. After all, there are some people who are just unable to chew that apricot seeds, such as denture wearers, for example.

Additionally, some people may find apricot seeds to be too hard on their stomachs, whereas vitamin B17 tablets may be easier for them to tolerate. It is better to take the vitamin B17 tablets in these cases than to forgo taking any amygdalin at all.

You can, though, try to get creative if you seemingly cannot tolerate the raw seeds, try taking a little at a time or try adding them to a favorite breakfast cereal or smoothie recipe. Try other recipes, too!

Joni Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. http://apricotpower-info.com/

Saturday, November 29, 2008

The Lowdown On Lung Cancer

By Jenni Snook

You will hopefully feel a lot better after reading this article, most of our visitors enjoyed it and say that we should provide more of this kind of writing.

If you are suffering from shortness of breath, and identical symptoms, it is crucial to get lowdown on lung cancer. Lung cancer is a condition in which atypical cells begin to bunch up and expand in the lungs. In the early stages of this disease, it is not common to suffer a lot of symptoms. Nonetheless, as the disease progresses, the symptoms become increasingly noticeable. If you brush up on lung cancer symptoms as early as possible, it may be probable to arrest the expansion of the atypical cells in this part of the body.

Although cancer in the lungs has been deemed as one of the foremost sources of death among people, it has also been deemed as one of the most arrestable kinds of condition. This cancer has to do with the decision that several people forge and that corresponds to smoking. Although there are instances of this type of cancer taking form in non-smoking individual, these instances are relatively uncommon. Most that develop this disease not just smoke, but are genetically at risk for the condition as well. There are various instances in which a person who has never smoked develops this type of cancer. The majority of of these instances involve those individuals that have been exposed to passive smoke frequently throughout their life.

There are various symptoms of lung cancer. The following constitutes some of the most familiar symptoms that may be experienced:

1. a lot of individuals will commence to develop a cough that happens frequently.

2. For many people, this cough will evaporate, but for people that cannot stop the cough, the issue should be checked out by a doctor.

3. For many individuals, this class of cancer manifests itself by pain that is commonly felt in the chest part. This is usually a blunt pain, but pain that doesn't seem to go away without assistance.

4. Many who have found that they have this malady have realized that they have shortness of breath everyday. This is commonly caused by an expansion in and around the lung area that is considered to be abnormal.

5. Having daily infections that entail the respiratory system might also be a signal that cancer is currently in the lungs. These infections could include soft to dour bronchitis, or even pneumonia in some instances.

To summarize, recapping an earlier point, cancer of the lungs typically occurs in people who smoke very often. Nevertheless, secondhand smoke and complementary causes could mean that an adult who doesn't smoke to catch the condition. If you find that you have a high chance of developing cancer of the lungs, it is important that you learn all that you are able to about the condition. By doing it like this, you can work closely with your doctor to be sure that your risk factors are reduced and that you are treated in time if atypical cell development does occur.

Did you like this article? Try searching out other articles for another great read.

About the Author:

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

More Results That The Cancer Industry Doesn't Want You To Know

Good news, research that was done over a four year period has revealed that the supplements vitamin D along with calcium can greatly reduce your risk of many types of cancer. The bad news is the American Cancer Society came out against it stating that no one should take supplements to prevent cancer. Go figure...

This really isn't that surprising. The American Cancer Society has to many conflicts of interest with ties to big pharma, cancer equipment companies and corporations that profit from cancer. Cancer industry is big money so preventing cancer hits this wealthiest non-profit in America and others in the wallet.

The study took almost 1200 healthy women and divided them up into two groups. One was given calcium and vitamin D, the other was given placebo. Over the last three years, the first group that received the supplements, results showed an amazing over 75 percent cancer-risk reduction.

During the first year there was no significant difference in cancer incidence between the two groups, so it seems to show that taking these two supplements consistently over time can be effective in the prevention of cancer.

These results were achieved on what is considered to be a low dose of vitamin D and it is likely that high-grade calcium supplements were not used. Looking at it like this may mean and even greater number than over 75 percent by taking high-quality calcium and top-end vitamin D, such as from fish oil. Mix that in with a little sunlight exposure which helps our skin manufacture our own powerful vitamin D.

Just about everything we have been told about cancer by cancer institutions is simply not true. Billions of dollars have been poured into the cancer industry since the 1970's when so many promises were made about curing cancer, but yet cancer rates are basically the same.

I look at these "cancer walks" and obviously the intent of those walking is good, but is the money generated really a search to prevent or cure cancer, or is it really just funding for some new drugs that can be patented and profit from cancer.

I am not making light of cancer and the fear it can bring if diagnosed. There needs to be some accountability within the cancer industry. Why is it that any cancer supplements or foods or herbs are always shot down? Naturopaths banned and forbidden to set up practice in the country?

Granted, there must be guidelines that do protect us from "quacks" who may want to administer some cure-all "magic elixer." The cancer industry just seems to quick to oppose the fact that only manufactured drugs can be used, nothing natural is ever recommended. That may change if or when the only way to get vitamins is by prescription.

Here are our options according to conventional medicine... chemotherapy, radiation and other toxic methods intended to kill tumors, which are mere symptoms, not the cause. Chemo is like a poison, destroying immune function and can cause permanent damage to vital organs such as the heart, brain and to name a few.

In this case, ignorance is not bliss, but the FDA would want us to be. They will censor companies that dare mention anything to do with cancer prevention on their products. I'm going to let you in on some information, a heavy revelation. Raw apricot seeds, broccoli, garlic, onions, and sprouts all have powerful anti-cancer effects, as do many herbs around the world.

Cancer awareness means taking action in your own life to educate yourself and make changes where they need to be made. With the cancer industry as it is, it will be the same old story, don't be bamboozled.

Joni Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. http://apricotpower-info.com/

Friday, November 21, 2008

3 Possible Breast Cancer Symptoms

Breast cancer is a type of cancer that affects around 44,500 people each year. Of these around 300 are believed to be men. It develops when tissues in the breast start to multiply in a rapid and uncontrolled fashion. Like other types of cancer, the symptoms can often be difficult to spot. However, if you know what you are looking for then your chances of identifying this condition early are greatly increased. In this article I will be helping you do just that by discussing three of the possible symptoms.

1) A LUMP OR THICKNESS IN THE BREAST:- Most breast lumps are not cancerous. According to Cancer Research UK 90% of these lumps are caused by; non-cancerous changes in the appearance of the breast, cysts (pouches of fluid in the breast tissue) or Fibroadenoma (a group of fibrous glandular tissues). However, this is still the most common breast cancer symptom so it is worth getting any lumps you do identify checked out by your doctor. Even if they do turn out to be non-cancerous you can identify the cause and possibly have the lump removed simply by going to see your doctor.

2) A CHANGE IN THE BREAST SKIN'S APPEARANCE:- If your breast skin starts to look different this could be a sign of breast cancer. This type of cancer may cause your breast skin to become dimpled (like an orange peel), wrinkled, swollen or inflamed. However, like with lumps a change in the breast skin's appearance can be down to other factors. It may be caused by another less serious medical condition, some medications you have been taking or some other influence. Whatever the cause, you should have any unexplained change in the skin examined by your doctor to be on the safe side.

3) LIQUID DISCHARGE FROM THE NIPPLE:- Another possible symptom of breast cancer is nipple discharge. This discharge can be in the form of either blood or pus that is clear, green or yellow. However, like the above symptoms discharge from the nipple is generally down to other causes. Even so the only way to be sure is to go and see your doctor who will then be able to perform further tests and identify the cause.

Breast cancer is relatively difficult to spot. Even if you do identify one of the symptoms listed above, it is does not necessarily mean you have cancer. However, by knowing what to look for you can take action early and go see your doctor. If they determine that the symptoms are non-cancerous you can put your mind at rest. If the symptoms do turn out to be cancerous you are still in a good position because the cancer has been discovered early when it is much more treatable. Examine your breasts regularly and if you notice any of the symptoms listed in the article go see your doctor right away.

Whilst every intention has been made to make this article accurate and informative, it is intended for general information only. Breast cancer is a very serious, life threatening condition and you should discuss any concerns, treatments or lifestyle changes fully with your doctor.

Tom Parker owns and operates a number of useful fitness resources and websites. You can learn more about the various breast cancer symptoms by visitng http://blog.freefitnesstips.co.uk/breast-cancer-explained.html

Sunday, November 2, 2008

The Healthiest Seed You Have Never Heard Of

There are hundreds of different types of cancer. The odds of getting some type of cancer at some point during your lifetime are relatively high especially considering what scientists tell us. They tell us that our bodies are continually making cancerous cells. That's pretty scary, isn't it? Well, there is a way to prevent those cancerous cells from ever developing into cancer. a way to destroy those cells before they have a chance to do any harm. It involves the use of apricot seeds.

Normally our immune systems can deal with the cancerous cells that our bodies are producing, scientists say. However, what if yours cannot? That means you will develop some type of cancer. So, perhaps you should try taking apricot seeds as a method of cancer prevention just in case.

Now, before you head off to your local health foods store or nutrition store and grab whatever bag of apricot seeds you can find, there are a few things you need to know. Generally, when you think about any type of food supplement, vitamin, or nutritional enhancement, you probably think about heading to your local health food store. After all, these types of stores more often than not carry all types of nutritional foods, vitamin supplements, and other varieties of healthy items that are not routinely sold at regular drugstores or grocery stores.

However, not everything can be found at your local health food store. For example, if you are trying to follow a cancer preventing regimen of eating apricot seeds, you will not be able to find the correct product for your regimen at any local store. First and foremost, the apricot seeds you would find at your local store are not the type of seeds you could use for cancer prevention.

Health food stores carry either sun-dried or roasted apricot kernels. While these may have nutritive benefits, they do not have any type of cancer preventive properties. Instead, you need raw apricot seeds. The cancer prevention properties of apricot seeds have not been proven by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In fact, the FDA does not agree that apricot seeds work to prevent cancer at all. They do not allow health food stores to sell raw apricot seeds. Well, it isn't completely disallowed; however, stores may not indicate in any way that they are selling the raw apricot seeds as a method of cancer prevention. For example, stores cannot even display the seeds anywhere near books that claim that apricot seeds could be used as a method of preventing cancer. If they do so, the FDA can prosecute.

The FDA has no problems with stores selling roasted or sun-dried apricot seeds, though. These do not have any type of cancer preventative properties. Internet laws, however, are different.

This is why people are able to purchase the raw seeds over the internet and raw is the way to go. The seeds can be purchased in quantities of a pound all the way up to fifty pounds and they are not expensive. One pound should last a person for a couple of months because you only have to eat a few per day.

Raw apricot seeds have a special construction that allows them to destroy cancerous cells in the process of roasting the seeds or sun-drying the seeds, this special construction is, itself, destroyed. Roasted and sun-dried seeds do not have the component that is necessary to destroy the cancer cells.

Raw seeds are comprised of amygdalin. Amygdalin has cyanide locked away that only cancer cells can unlock. When the amygdalin comes into contact with a cancer cell, the cyanide comes and destroys the cell. It is this component that the roasted and sun-dried apricot seeds are lacking.

Amygdalin is also called B17. In its extracted, pure form it is also known as laetrile. Laetrile has been used to treat cancer sufferers in some cancer clinics.

Raw apricot seeds have are similar looking to an almond and have a unique taste unlike any other nut. They are little bitter tasting but their nutrient value outweighs the taste. The seeds can also be ground up and used on salads, soups, yogurt, as a seasoning on number of foods, in your favorite smoothie, etc. They can also be eaten along with other nuts (highly suggest all nuts be raw), I particularly like eating them with raw walnuts.

I have been eating raw apricot seeds for quite some time and wish I would have known about them sooner. There is some controversy from certain sources but have to consider the source and the motive. Would highly suggest incorporating apricot seeds in your diet.

Joni Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. Find out more by visiting http://www.apricotseedresources.com