Super Foods for Your Bones Bok Choy  Calcium is plentiful in many vegetables. When shopping go for the dark leafy greens such as bok choy (seen below), Chinese cabbage, and kale. The traditional soul food favorites, turnip greens and collard, these also provide a lot of calcium. Studies show that one cup of chopped, cooked turnip greens has about 200 milligrams of calcium. Bok Choy Salmon Salmon and other types of fatty fish offer a variety of bone-boosting nutrients. They contain calcium as well as vitamin D, which assists in calcium absorption. They’re also high in omega-3 fatty acids. Fish oil supplements have been shown to reduce bone loss in elderly women and may prevent osteoporosis. Nuts and Seeds, Soy Foods, Calcium Supplements, Sunshine, Weight-Bearing Exercise, are also great source that help to strengthen the bones  Sunshine Sunshine  Sunlight is not a food but its a great source of vitamin D. The body produces vitamin D in response to sunlight. Without vitamin D, our bodies cannot properly absorb the calcium in foods. Cloudy weather, a northern latitude, and darker skin can interfere. Because of this, some people may choose a vitamin D supplement. The recommended dietary intake is 600 IU a day for most adults, jumping to 800 IU above age 70. Check with your Doctors before you take any Vitamin D supplements. Weight-Bearing Exercise In order to  get the most out of your bone-boosting diet, you’ll want to do regular weight-bearing exercise. This includes any activity that uses the weight of your body or outside weights to stress the bones and muscles. The result is that your body lays down more bone material, and your bones become denser. Brisk walking, dancing, tennis, and yoga have all been shown to benefit your bones. [/box]  Disclaimer More Information Vitamin D, Dark Greek Leafy...

Cabbage is very low in saturated fat and cholesterol. Its an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, folate and manganese. It is also a good source of thiamin, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium....

 Description : What is Multiple Sclerosis -MS An autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system that affects the brain and spinal cord. Nerve cells normally are surrounded by an insulating sheath made of a fatty substance called myelin that helps to transmit nerve impulses. In MS, this myelin sheath is inflamed or damaged. This disrupts or slows nerve impulses and causes nerves to malfunction. Scarring (sclerosis) occurs in the white matter of the brain and spinal cord. These areas of myelin damage and scarring are called MS plaques. The disease periodically flares up with episodes of increased symptoms. The disease can be mild, and non-progressive disease can slowly get worse, or get worse rapidly. It is slightly more common in women between the ages of 20 to 40. Symptoms of MS Symptoms vary widely. They may come and go or remain permanently. Symptoms include  Impaired vision (complete or partial vision loss and double vision)—optic neuritis, nystagmus or diplopia.  Numbness ( Changes in sensation (in arms, legs or face such as prickling, or “pins and needles” Muscle weakness  Decreased coordination  Poor balance (ataxia).  Halting speech  Muscle spasms (especially in the legs)  Muscle spasticity Depression Cognitive impairment. (thinking and memory disturbances. Severe fatigue Overheating, and pain. Bladder and bowel difficulties. Impaired mobility and disability in more severe cases. Tests and  Workup: A history and physical exam will be performed. Diagnosis is made by ruling out other conditions. Tests that are used to confirm multiple sclerosis include: Head MRI scan, spine MRI, lumbar puncture (spinal tap), cerebrospinal fluid tests including CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) oligoclonal banding. Type of Tests:  CT Scan ,MRI, Other Specific Tests: Lumbar puncture (spinal tap), cerebrospinal fluid tests including CSF oligoclonal banding  Treatment of MS There is no definitive cure, but new treatments can help slow the progression of the disease. Medications that alter the immune response include: immune modulators such as interferon (Avonex, Betaseron, or Rebif), monoclonal antibodies (Tysabri), and glatiramer acetate (Copaxone). Short courses of a corticosteroid (prednisone) can decrease the severity of attacks. Medicines to reduce muscle spasms include baclofen (Lioresal), tizanidine (Zanaflex), or a benzodiazepine such as diazepam (Valium). For more information contact: Multiple Sclerosis Association of America: (800)532-7667 Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (888)673-6287 Duration : How long will this condition last? MS is a lifelong illness that can follow one of several different patterns. The three most common patterns are: Relapsing remitting MS, Primary progressive MS, Secondary progressive MS. Progressive-relapsing MS is a rare form. Relapsing remitting MS: In this form of MS, there are relapses (episodes when symptoms suddenly get worse), followed by remissions (periods of recovery). Between relapses, the patient’s condition usually is stable, without deterioration. While this type accounts for up to 90% of cases at disease onset, many people with relapsing remitting...

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)  also known as “disseminated sclerosis” or “encephalomyelitis disseminata”, is an inflammatory disease in which the fatty myelin sheaths around the axons of the brain and spinal cord are damaged, leading to demyelination and scarring as well as a broad spectrum of signs and symptoms. Disease onset usually occurs in young adults, and it is more common in women. It has a prevalence that ranges between 2 and 150 per 100,000. MS was first described in 1868 by Jean-Martin Charcot. MS affects the ability of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord to communicate with each other effectively. Nerve cells communicate by sending electrical signals called action potentials down long fibers called axons, which are contained within an insulating substance called myelin. In MS, the body’s own immune system attacks and damages the myelin. When myelin is lost, the axons can no longer effectively conduct signals. The name multiple sclerosis refers to scars (scleroses—better known as plaques or lesions) particularly in the white matter of the brain and spinal cord, which is mainly composed of myelin. Although much is known about the mechanisms involved in the disease process, the cause remains unknown. Theories include genetics or infections. Different environmental risk factors have also been found. Almost any neurological symptom can appear with the disease, and often progresses to physical and cognitive disability. MS takes several forms, with new symptoms occurring either in discrete attacks (relapsing forms) or slowly accumulating over time (progressive forms). Between attacks, symptoms may go away completely, but permanent neurological problems often occur, especially as the disease advances. There is no known cure for multiple sclerosis. Treatments attempt to return function after an attack, prevent new attacks, and prevent disability. MS medications can have adverse effects or be poorly tolerated, and many people pursue alternative treatments, despite the lack of supporting scientific study. The prognosis is difficult to predict; it depends on the sub-type of the disease, the individual’s disease characteristics, the initial symptoms and the degree of disability the person experiences as time advances. Life expectancy of people with MS is 5 to 10 years lower than that of the unaffected population. Signs and Symptoms Main symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis   See more here A person with MS can suffer almost any neurological symptom or sign, including changes in sensation such as loss of sensitivity or tingling pricking or numbness (hypoesthesia and paresthesia) muscle weakness, clonus, muscle spasms, or difficulty in moving difficulties with coordination and balance (ataxia) problems in speech (dysarthria) or swallowing (dysphagia) visual problems (nystagmus, optic neuritis including phosphenes, or diplopia) fatigue acute or chronic pain  bladder and bowel difficulties. Cognitive impairment of varying degrees and emotional symptoms of depression or unstable mood are also common. Uhthoff’s phenomenon, an exacerbation...

 Pineapple Nutrition: Tips Pineapple  Nutrition: Pineapples contain bromelain, an enzyme that may help arthritis pain by reducing inflammation. They are also a good source of vitamin C, which helps strengthen your immune system. It also contains small amount Vitamin A. Read Here Health Benefits of Pineapple See the table below for in depth analysis of nutrients:Pineapple (Ananas comosus), Fresh, Nutritive Value per 100 g (Source: USDA National Nutrient data base) Principle Nutrient Value Percentage of RDA Energy 50 Kcal 2.5% Carbohydrates 13.52 g 10% Protein 0.54 g 1% Total Fat 0.12 g <1% Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Dietary Fiber 1.40 g 4% Vitamins Folates 18 µg 4.5% Niacin 0.500 mg 4% Pyridoxine 0.112 mg 9% Riboflavin 0.018 mg 1.5% Thiamin 0.079 mg 6.5% Vitamin A 58 IU 2% Vitamin C 47.8 mg 80% Vitamin E 0.02 mg <1% Vitamin K 0.07 µg 0.5% Electrolytes Sodium 1 mg 0% Potassium 109 mg 2.5% Minerals Calcium 13 mg 1.3% Copper 0.110 mg 12% Iron 0.29 mg 3.5% Magnesium 12 mg 3% Manganese 0.927 mg 40% Phosphorus 8 mg 1% Selenium 0.1 µg <1% Zinc 0.12 mg 1% Phyto-nutrients Carotene-ß 35 µg — Crypto-xanthin-ß 0 mcg...

Dressing Your Newborn When dressing your baby, supporting her on your lap, stretch the garment neckline and pull it over your baby’s head. Use your fingers to keep it from catching on her face or ears. Don’t try to push your baby’s arm through the sleeve. Instead, put your hand into the sleeve from the outside, grasp your baby’s hand, and pull it through. When undressing, take off the sleeves one at a time while you support your baby’s back and head. Then stretch the neckline, lifting it free of your baby’s chin and face as you gently slip it off. Clothing Unless the temperature is hot (over 75 degrees Fahrenheit [23.88 degrees Celsius]), your newborn will need several layers of clothing to keep her/him warm. It’s generally best to dress baby in an undershirt and diapers, covered by pajamas or a dressing gown, and then wrap baby in a receiving blanket. If your baby is premature, she may need still another layer of clothing until her weight reaches that of a full-term baby and her body is better able to adjust to changes in temperature. In hot weather you can reduce her/his clothing to a single layer. A good rule of thumb is to dress the baby in one more layer of clothing than you are wearing to be comfortable in the same environment. If you’ve never taken care of a newborn baby before, the first few times you change her/his clothes can be quite frustrating. Not only is it a struggle to get that tiny little arm through the sleeve, but your infant may shriek in protest through the whole process. She/ He doesn’t like the rush of air against her skin, nor does she enjoy being pushed and pulled through garments. It may make things easier for both of you if you hold her/him on your lap while changing the upper half of her/his body, then lay her/him on a bed or changing table while doing the lower half. When you’re dressing her/him in one-piece pajamas, pull them over her/his legs before putting on the sleeves. Pull T-shirts over her/his head first, then put one arm at a time through the sleeves. Use this opportunity to ask “Where’s the baby’s hand?” As she/he gets older this will turn into a game, with her/him pushing her/his arm through just to hear you say, “There’s the baby’s hand!” Certain clothing features can make dressing much easier. Look for garments that: Snap or zip all the way down the front, instead of the back Snap or zip down both legs to make diaper changes easier Have loose-fitting sleeves so your hand fits underneath to push the baby’s arm through...