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Thursday 4 September 2014

The best recipe for Chicken Bites

Recipe contributed by Quick and easy family favorites by Vickie and JoAnn

Once your kids get a taste of these crispy bites, they'll forgo the fast-food version!

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 sleeve round butter crackers crushed
Toss chicken cubes in mayonnaise, roll in crushed crackers. Place on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Turn lined another 10 minutes or until juices run clear, when chicken is pierced with a fork. make 4 dozen appetizers

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Wednesday 3 September 2014

The Symptoms of Endometriosis

1. Severe period pain
It normally happens with over-production of prostaglandins and leukotrient causing the cervix to contract resulting in no escape for the menstrual period(1)(2).
2. Difficult to get pregnant
If the cyst is presented in the ovary, it will respond to hormone changes in the menstrual cycle causing the cysts to get large every month blocking the normal function of ovaries resulting in infertility(3)(4).
3. Affects patients physically, psychologically and sexually
If endometrosis occurs at the region that is stimulated during sex it may cause excessive pain such as uterosacral ligament and cervical region(5)(6).
4. Chronical pelvic pain and Pain elevate to ward the end of period.
Endometriosis located somewhere other than in the uterus rupturing during menstruation. Since the blood cannot escape, it retents in our body causing damage to the organs or any part of the body hosting the endometriosis resulting in severe pain toward the end of the period(7)(8). Pain on one side of the pelvic during menstrual cycle may be caused by endometrial implants or adhesion to that side of the pelvic.
5. Constipation
Constipation is caused by endometrial implants or adhesion attaching to the organ of excretion. It makes it extremely painful to urinate and defecate(9)
6. Premenstrual dysphoric syndrome
Premenstrual dysphoric syndrome, a severe type of PMS, is defined to have menstrual cramps before and during menstrual cycle. If the pain is more severe than before than it may be caused by endometrial implants or adhesion to more sensitive areas.(10).

7. Heavy period
Heavy period is either caused by menorrhagia or endometriosis. Any women who has never experience heavy period before, the sudden change of heavy period may be caused by the rupturing of the endometrial lining embedded on the inner wall of the uterus(11).
8. Irritable bowel syndrome
Women with endometriosis in the bowel region frequently have abdominal and bowel symptoms, specially during the menstrual cycle. Bowel symptoms may be attributed to irritable bowel symptoms or caused by intestinal involvement from endometriosis.(9).

References

(1) Dysmenorrhea, Absenteeism from School, and Symptoms Suspicious forEndometriosis in Adolescents.by Zannoni L1, Giorgi M2, Spagnolo E2, Montanari G2, Villa G2, Seracchioli R2(PubMed).

(2) Prevalence and impact of dysmenorrhea on Hispanic female adolescents.by Banikarim C1, Chacko MR, Kelder SH(PubMed)

(3) WITHDRAWN: Laparoscopic surgery for subfertility associated withendometriosis.by Jacobson TZ1, Duffy JM, Barlow DH, Farquhar C, Koninckx PR, Olive D.(PubMed)

(4) Endometriosis and pregnancy outcome: are pregnancies complicated byendometriosis a high-risk group? by Mekaru K1, Masamoto H2, Sugiyama H2, Asato K2, Heshiki C2, Kinjyo T2, Aoki Y2.(PubMed)

(5) Do women with endometriosis have to worry about sex? by Di Donato N1, Montanari G2, Benfenati A2, Monti G2, Bertoldo V2, Mauloni M3, Seracchioli R2.(PubMed)

(6) Women with deep infiltrating endometriosis: sexual satisfaction, desire, orgasm, and pelvic problem interference with sex by Montanari G1, Di Donato N, Benfenati A, Giovanardi G, Zannoni L, Vicenzi C, Solfrini S, Mignemi G, Villa G,Mabrouk M, Schioppa C, Venturoli S, Seracchioli R.(PubMed)

(7)Menstrual patterns, pain symptoms, body mass index and smoking habits in women with endometriosis by Montanino G1, Montanino Oliva M, Gulemí L, Boninfante M, Cosmi EV.(PubMed)

(8) Endometriosis and pelvic pain: epidemiological evidence of the relationship and implications by Fauconnier A1, Chapron C.(PubMed)

(9) Irritable bowel syndrome and chronic constipation in patients withendometriosis. by Meurs-Szojda MM1, Mijatovic V, Felt-Bersma RJ, Hompes PG.(PubMed)

(10) Potential strategies to avoid progestogen induced premenstrual disorders by Baker LJ1, O'Brien PM.(PubMed)

(11) Polypoid endometriosis of the cervix: a case report and review of the literature by Jaiman S1, Gundabattula SR, Pochiraju M, Sangireddy JR.(PubMed)

The Tasty and healthy Spinach salad

Recipe attributed to Company Coming salads by Jean Pare

Not the usual spinach salad. Different and tastier.
Dressing
1/2 cup (125 ml) salad dressing (or mayonnaise)
1/4 cup (60 ml) commercial coleslaw dressing
1/4 tsp. (1 ml) dill weed

Salad
6 cups (1.5 ml) spinach leaves, torn and lightly packed
1/4 cups (60 ml) grated Swiss cheese
1 cup (250 ml) fresh sliced mushrooms
6 bacon slice, cooked and crumbled
2. hard- boiled eggs, chopped

Dressing: Combined all 3 ingredients in a small bowl. Stir. Set aside.
salad: Place spinach in a large bowl. Add about 3/4 dressing. Toss to coat. pile onto 4 to 6sald plates
Sprinkle Swiss cheese over top. Sprinkle with mushrooms, bacon and egg. Drizzle remaining dressing over top. Serve immediately. Serve 4 to 6.

Variation: Swiss cheese may be omitted. Double amount of Cheddar for equally good results.

Romaine salad: substitute Romaine lettuce for spinach leaves. Delicious and easier to obtain at time than spinach.

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Tuesday 2 September 2014

Obesity Complication of Skin Diseases

By Kyle J. Norton
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Obesity is defined as a medical condition of excess body fat accumulated overtime, while overweight is a condition of excess body weight relatively to the height. According to the Body Mass Index(BMI), a BMI between 25 to 29.9 is considered over weight, while a BMI of over 30 is an indication of obesity. According to the statistic, 68% of American population are either overweight or obese.

Skin infection is defined as a condition caused by certain bacteria, including Impetigo (a highly contagious bacterial skin infection), Erysipelas (an acute streptococcus bacterial infection), Cellulitis (a diffuse inflammation, etc. ,fungal skin infections of the skin, hair, and/or nails, parasitic infestations and viral related infections

How do calculate your BMI index
BMI= weight (kg)/ height (m2)

How Obesity associates with Skin Diseases
1. According to the study of "Skin manifestations of obesity: a comparative study" by Boza JC, Trindade EN, Peruzzo J, Sachett L, Rech L, Cestari TF.(Source from Department of Dermatology, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre (HCPA), Porto Alegre, Brazil, © 2011 The Authors. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology © 2011 European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology), posted in PubMed, researchers concluded that Obesity is strongly related to several skin alterations that could be considered as markers of excessive weight.Skin care of obese patients deserves particular attention, not only because of the high prevalence of cutaneous alteration but mainly because many of these disorders are preventable and could be treated, improving patient's quality of life.

2. In the abstract of the study of " The impact of obesity on skin disease and epidermal permeability barrier status" by Guida B, Nino M, Perrino NR, Laccetti R, Trio R, Labella S, Balato N. (Source from Department of Neuroscience, Physiology Nutrition Unit, University Federico II, Naples, Italy. bguida@unina.it, J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2010 Feb;24(2):191-5. Epub 2009 Nov 19), posted in PubMed. researchers found that Specific dermatoses asskin tags, striae distensae and plantar hyperkeratosis, could be considered as a cutaneous stigma of severe obesity. The low permeability of the skin to evaporative water loss is observed in obese subjects compared with normal weight control. Although the physiological mechanisms are still unknown, this finding has not been previously described and we believe that this may constitute a new field in the research on obesity.

3. In a study of "The influence of body mass index on skin susceptibility to sodium lauryl sulphate" by Löffler H, Aramaki JU, Effendy I. (Source from Department of Dermatology, University of Marburg, Germany. Harald.Loeffler@mailer.uni-marburg.de, Skin Res Technol. 2002 Feb;8(1):19-22.), posted in PubMed, researchers indicated that Basal biophysical parameters of the skin are primarily correlated with the BMI. This may be caused by obesity-induced physiological changes, e.g. increased sweat gland activity, high blood pressure and physiological temperature-regulating system. The epidermal barrier function, as evaluated after SLS patch testing is, however, not correlated with a high BMI, indicating a normal skin barrier.

4. In a study of "An overview of dermatological conditions commonly associated with the obese patient" by Hahler B. (Source from St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, 2213 Cherry Street, Toledo, OH 43608, USA. hahlb@buckeye-access.com, Ostomy Wound Manage. 2006 Jun;52(6):34-6, 38, 40 passim), posted in PubMed, researchers found that with the continuing increase in the incidence of obesity, investigation into the specific care needs of this population is needed. In clinical practice, measures to reduce friction and shear and improve devices to move the obese patient would enhance care provision. Studies of the incidence of dermatological problems and the best treatments for these conditions are warranted.

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Treatments of Obesity and Skin Diseases
1. In a study of "[Skin manifestations, treatment and rehabilitation in overweight and obesity].

[Article in Hungarian] by Wenczl E. (Source from Fovárosi Onkormányzat Egyesített Szent István és Szent László Kórház és Rendelointézet Borgyógyászati és Lymphológiai Rehabilitációs Osztály Budapest Nagyvárad tér 1. 1095, Orv Hetil. 2009 Sep 13;150(37):1731-8), researchers found that Draw patients' attention to the preventive importance of skin care. In case of an obese patient the usual dosage of most local and systemic drugs should be modified. It must be kept in mind that obesity directly or indirectly starts unfavorable processes in almost all organ systems. Therefore, only a multidisciplinary care may secure treatment and rehabilitation of obese patients. Dermatological and lymphological care is often part of the rehabilitation.

2. According to the study of "Dermatological complications of obesity" by García Hidalgo L. (Source from Department of Dermatology, Salvador Zubiran National Nutrition Institute, Mexico City, Mexico. lindagh@avantel.net, Am J Clin Dermatol. 2002;3(7):497-506.), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Excess load on the feet can result in morphological changes that require careful diagnosis; insoles may offer some symptom relief while control of obesity is achieved. Obesity-related dermatoses associated with hospitalization, such as pressure ulcers, diminished wound healing, dermatoses secondary to respiratory conditions, and incontinence, must all be carefully managed with an emphasis on prevention where possible. Recognition and control of the dermatological complications of obesity play an important role in diminishing the morbidity ofobesity.

3. In an abstract of the studt of "Obesity and the skin: skin physiology andskin manifestations of obesity" by Yosipovitch G, DeVore A, Dawn A. (Source from Departments of Dermatology, Regenerative Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27157, USA. gyosipov@wfubmc.edu, J Am Acad Dermatol. 2007 Jun;56(6):901-16; quiz 917-20.) posyed in PubMed, researchers indicated that evidence for association withobesity, and management of these various dermatoses and highlight the profound impact of obesity in clinical dermatology. LEARNING OBJECTIVE: After completing this learning activity, participants should be aware of obesity-associated changes in skin physiology, skin manifestations of obesity, and dermatologic diseases aggravated by obesity, and be able to formulate a pathophysiology-based treatment strategy for obesity-associated dermatoses.

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Vegan recipe: Lentil Feta salad

Recipe attributed to The vegetarian collection by Alison Kent and Canadian living test Chicken

prep. 20 minutes, cook 25 minutes, make 6 serving
1/2 cup (125 ml) slivered almond
1 cup (250 ml) dried green lentils, rinsed and drained
2 cloves garlics
1/4 cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp. (45 ml) red wine vinegar
1 tbsp. (15 ml) finely chopped fresh oregano
1/4 tsp. (1ml) each salt and pepper
11/2 cups(375 ml) sliced seeded cucumber
1 cup (250 ml) halved cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 cup (125 ml) diced sweet or red onion, rinsed and drained
2 tbsp. (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley
3/4 cup (175 ml) crumbled feta cheese

In small dry skillet, toast almonds over medium heat, stirring often, until golden, about 5 minutes.
Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add lentils and garlic, reduced heat and simmer until tender about 20 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water, drain again. Discard garlic.
In large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Add lentils, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and parsley, toss to coast.
Stir in almonds and all but 1/4 cup (60ml) of the feta: sprinkle with remaining feta just before serving.

Monday 1 September 2014

Obesity Complication of Breast Cancer

Breast cancer (malignant breast neoplasm) is a cancer started in the tissues of the breast either from the inner lining of milk ducts (Ductal carcinoma) or the lobules (Lobular carcinoma) that supply the ducts with milk. there is also rare cases that breast cancer starts in other areas of the breast. In 2010, over 250,000 new cases of breast cancer were expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S. alone and the risk of getting invasive breast cancer during life time of a women is 1/8.

How do calculate your BMI index
BMI= weight (kg)/ height (m2)

How Obesity associates with Breast Cancer
1. In a study of "Hormonal mechanisms underlying the relationship betweenobesity and breast cancer" by Perks CM, Holly JM. (Source from School of Clinical Sciences, University of Bristol, Research & Learning Building, Southmead Hospital, Bristol BS10 5NB, UK.,Copyright © 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved), posted in PubMed, researchers indicated in abstract that This review focuses on the influence of obesity on breast cancer development and progression and describes the hormonal factors that may underlie the observations, with particular emphasis on the roles of estrogen, insulin/insulin-like growth factor axis, and adipokines.

2. According to the study of "Obesity, weight change, fasting insulin, proinsulin, C-peptide, and insulin-like growth factor-1 levels in women with and without breast cancer: the Rancho Bernardo Study" by Jernström H, Barrett-Connor E. (Source from Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, University of California at San Diego, La Jolla, USA., J Womens Health Gend Based Med. 1999 Dec;8(10):1265-72.), researchers indicated in abstract that The risk of breast cancer was significantly increased in women who had gained weight or used ERT. This increased risk was not associated with circulating levels of IGF-1, fasting insulin, proinsulin, or C-peptide.

3. According to" Breast cancer risk in the WHI study: the problem ofobesity" by Kuhl H. (Source from Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, J. W. Goethe University of Frankfurt, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, D-60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. h.kuhl@em.uni-frankfurt.de, Maturitas. 2005 May 16;51(1):83-97.), posted in PubMed, researchers stated in abstract that Obese women are at high risk to develop a metabolic syndrome including insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia. In postmenopausal women, elevated insulin levels are not only associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, but also for breast cancer. This might explain the effects observed in both arms of the WHI study: HRT with relative low doses of estrogens may improve insulin resistance and, hence, reduce the elevated breast cancer risk in obese patients.

4. According to tha study of "Polymorphisms in three obesity-related genes (LEP, LEPR, and PON1) and breast cancer risk: a meta-analysis" by Liu C, Liu L.(Source from Department of Clinical Laboratory, Taizhou Municipal Hospital, Taizhou, 318000, China, liuchibo@126.com., Tumour Biol. 2011 Sep 2. [Epub ahead of print]), posted in PubMed, researchers concluded that . The present meta-analysis suggested that LEPR Q223R polymorphism might be implicated in the development of breast cancer in East Asians; PON1 L55M might increasebreast cancer risk. However, given the limited sample size, the findings warrant further investigation.

5. In the study of "Obesity and breast cancer: progress to understanding the relationship" by Brown KA, Simpson ER. (Source from Prince Henry's Institute, Monash Medical Centre, Department of Physiology, Monash University, Clayton, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Cancer Res. 2010 Jan 1;70(1):4-7. Epub 2009 Dec 22.), posted in PubMed, researchers found that the regulation of aromatase expression in the breast by AMPK and CRTC2, in response to the altered adipokine milieu associated with obesity, provides an important link betweenobesity and breast cancer risk.

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Treatments of Obesity and Breast Cancer
1. According to the study of "Pre-operative gynecologic evaluation of bariatric surgery patients: improving cancer detection in a high-risk population" by Winfree LE, Henretta MS, Hallowell PT, Modesitt SC. (Source from Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA, USA.,J Am Coll Surg. 2010 Aug;211(2):256-62., Copyright 2010 American College of Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Given the massive increases in morbid obesity and bariatric surgery in women, surgeons could serve a vital role in educating patients about both gynecologic and nongynecologic malignancy risks. With appropriate referral for cancer screening, patient outcomes could improve.

2. In a study of " Alcohol consumption, obesity, estrogen treatment andbreast cancer" by Hong J, Holcomb VB, Dang F, Porampornpilas K, Núñez NP.(Source from The University of Texas at Austin, College of Natural Sciences, School of Human Ecology, Department of Nutritional Science, 1 University Station A2703, PAI 5.14, Austin, Texas 78712, USA., Anticancer Res. 2010 Jan;30(1):1-8), posted in PubMed, researchers found that Alcohol intake resulted in insulin sensitivity and increased tumor growth in obese mice. Exogenous estrogen alone inhibited tumor growth. The combination of estrogen and alcohol overcame the inhibitory effects of estrogen on tumor growth in obese mice. Alcohol consumption increased the circulating estrogen and leptin levels. In conclusion, alcohol and estrogen treatment can modify mammary tumor growth, possibly through the regulation of estrogen and leptin, especially in obese mice.

3. According to the "Impact of obesity on diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer" by Deglise C, Bouchardy C, Burri M, Usel M, Neyroud-Caspar I, Vlastos G, Chappuis PO, Ceschi M, Ess S, Castiglione M, Rapiti E, Verkooijen HM.(Source from Geneva Cancer Registry, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, Geneva University, 55 Boulevard de la Cluse, 1205, Geneva, Switzerland, Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2010 Feb;120(1):185-93. Epub 2009 Jul 14), researchers found that Obese women were less likely to have undergone ultrasound (OR(adj) 0.5, [0.3-0.9]) and MRI (OR(adj) 0.3, [0.1-0.6]) and were at increased risk of prolonged hospital stay (OR(adj) 4.7, [2.0-10.9]). This study finds important diagnostic and therapeutic differences between obese and lean women, which may impair survival of obese women with breast cancer. Specific strategies are needed to optimize the care of obese women with or at risk ofbreast cancer.

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The healthy Chip-recipe: Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

Recipe attributed to Quick and easy family favorites by Vickie and JoAnn
Kiwis, apple, raspberries, and strawberry make up this colorful salsa. It 'll be a treat that guests will not want to miss.....especially when served with homemade cinnamon chips.
2 kiwis, peeld and diced
2 Golden delicious apples. cored, peeled and diced
1/2 Lb. raspberries
16 Oz. pkg. strawberry, bulled and diced
1 c. plus 2 T. sugar and divided
1 T. brown sugar, packed
3 T. strawberry preserses
1 to 2 T. cinnamon
10 (10-inch) flour tortillas, sliced into wedges
butter flavoured non-stick vegetable spray