Suffering from constipation? Try this salt water cleanse!

Constipation troubling you?

Constipation is a chronic problem and it is estimated that 20% of people worldwide suffer through this. Accompanied by an aching, bloated stomach and an uneasy feeling, it can also happen when you eat something that doesn’t suit your body or you eat something too quick. When the pressure builds up in the stomach, you can also suffer from trapped wind in different parts of your digestive system, causing a range of symptoms including burping and flatulence. An upset stomach can even swell up. So, naturally, when you are feeling uneasy and "full", having another meal would be the last thing on your mind. However, instead of clutching the pillbox, what we instead suggest you do is drink something very simple.

Do a salt water flush to clean your system!

Do you think salt water remedies are just limited to the days you suffer from a bad throat infection? Is it only useful to gargle and swish away the germs from your mouth? Think again. Having a big glass of saltwater when you are feeling constipated might be the much-needed cure to cleanse your digestive system and relieve symptoms of constipation. We tell you how.

Here's why

The active ingredients in the drink-salt and water are two of the most powerful and helpful ingredients you can find in the kitchen and carry so many benefits. In a chronic condition like this, salt water may hold the key to cleaning out your digestive system and carry a reaction, which can clean out of bowels, solving the problem from the root.

An intense salt water gargle like this works by starting a biochemical process in your body. Salt helps by detoxifying the body naturally and supplying good electrolytes in the system, which facilitate digestion and help eliminate waste. On the other hand, water in itself works by hydrating the body and pushing away the toxins. According to doctors, simply increasing your water intake or taking in more soothing drinks can also lessen down the symptoms of a bloated stomach.

Preparation

The salt water flush is most effective if you perform it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. If you do it later in the day, just make sure you haven’t eaten anything in the past one to two hours. Here is an easy preparation which can help.
In a big jar or bottle, add in about 1 litre of filtered water (it shouldn't be boiling, but heated up suitably). To this, start by adding 2-3 tablespoons of salt. Mix it vigorously and swirl it around, making sure that all granules get dissolved.

How to do a salt water flush

Once ready, take big sips of this solution and try to drink this mixture quickly. Ideally, aim at finishing this in the 10-minute window post making the drink so that it doesn't lose out on its taste.

Following this, you can also choose to massage your belly and abdomen in a gentle motion, which would further facilitate the relaxation inside the digestive and ease out the flow. This remedy can start working out in under 30 minutes and empty out the toxins and the waste from your body. You will feel cleansed in no time.

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Gastric Obstruction – Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Your bowels are tasked with removing waste and toxins from your body, as well as absorbing salts, liquids, nutrients, indigestible vitamins. They do it to extract all possible nutrients that weren’t digested in the stomach and maintain the balance of electrolytes in your system.
When your bowels are not functioning well, they collect the waste and toxins they’re supposed to get rid of, resulting in various diseases and health issues. If left undiagnosed and untreated, obstructed bowels lead to kidney and liver-related health problems. In this article, you’ll learn all you need to know about bowel obstruction, symptoms that should serve as warning signals, and the natural home remedies needed to fix and prevent it.

What causes gastric obstructions?
The reasons for obstructed bowels are plentiful, such as hernias, cysts, tumors, etc. Another reason is overeating foods that are harmful to our bodies, such as food rich in preservatives and other chemicals. These chemicals lead to a buildup of mucus in the guts, which releases toxins that can damage the body. Another cause is a buildup of fecal matter or foreign bodies in the lower intestine.
Bezoars can also cause gastric obstructions. Bezoars are a fibrous lump that forms in the stomach, and the most common type is formed of undigested pieces of food. They are mainly composed out of plant cellulose, most common in unripe fruit and persimmons.
Men are in a higher risk group for contracting phytobezoars in their stomachs, with symptoms that include upper gastric pains, feeling full soon after beginning to eat, nausea, vomiting, lack of appetite and loss of weight. Symptoms only appear in 10-25% of the cases, making phytobezoars hard to diagnose, and can lead to gastric obstructions.
What happens when your gastrointestinal system is obstructed?
When the small intestine is blocked, it will begin contracting in order to move its content beyond the obstruction, which can lead to frequent diarrhea. In later stages, it will become less effective, causing a buildup of water and electrolytes that can lead to dehydration.
The obstruction will also create pressure on the intestinal walls, and if left untreated – will only get worse. This can lead to venous drainage obstruction, a rising of the diaphragm, and a suppression of the lungs’ function. The obstruction itself will aid in the bacterial buildup, in particular, E-Coli, Klebsiella, and Enterococcus Faecalis. The bacteria colonies will grow very quickly, increasing the chances of gangrene and intestinal punctures.

Patients lose their ability to pass feces and gasses along the intestine, causing swelling and increasing stomach pains. The large intestine will expand due to the buildup of bacterium, liquids, feces and gasses.

Which symptoms can indicate an obstruction?
Symptoms can be evidence of obstruction caused be stomach cramping or phytobezoars. Once you notice these symptoms, it is recommended that you pay a visit to your family doctor, to evaluate the nature of the obstruction. Not all symptoms may appear, but they will appear in these general groups:

• Constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, lethargy and swelling.
• Headaches, memory loss, blurred vision.
• Burning sensation in the upper digestive system.
• Weight gain, lack of energy and indigestion.
• Ulcers in the stomach and Duodenum, ulcerative colitis and stomach inflammation.
• Urinary tract infections and inflammation of the kidneys.
• Constant colds, allergies, joint pains and chronic diseases                                       Treatments:
  The most basic treatment is hooking the patient up to an IV, which can only be performed by a doctor. In some cases, the obstructions can be relieved by using a nasogastric tube, and in severe cases, an operation will be required. An enema may help in some cases, but if performed incorrectly – can lead to internal bleeding.
  The simplest, natural treatment for intestinal obstruction is eating 1-3 tablespoons of flax seeds, combined with 100-15ml of Kefir (a type of fermented milk drink) for three days. Flax seeds help the body dispose of fecal matter, mucus and parasites. Additionally, flax seeds can help prevent several forms of cancer, heart diseases, diabetes, and even help lower cholesterol levels. Kefir contains many probiotic bacteria, enzymes, vitamin B12 and proteins, all of which are good for your body. Kefir also helps in restoring the gastric biome and is lactose-free.
  To clear your intestines from obstructions, add kefir and flax seeds to your breakfast in this manner:
  
  • 1st week: 100ml of kefir and one tablespoon of flax seeds
  • 2nd week: 100ml of kefir and two tablespoons of flax seeds
  • 3rd week: 150ml of kefir and three tablespoons of flax seeds
  Additionally, drink at least two liters of water every day.
  
  
  Prevention:
  The best way to unblock a phytobezoar obstruction is by eating food that is high in protein and low in fiber. Once the blockage is gone, follow these dietary tips to heal and prevent reoccurrences.
  
• Beverages: It is advised that you keep your body well hydrated. Drink fruit-shakes, water, and sports drinks that are rich in electrolytes. Avoid high-fat dairy.
• Dairy: Stick to low-fat or fat-free products.
• Grains and bread: Fiber from whole grain tends to slow down the digestive process. Focus on plain white bread, pasta, and regular grain.
• Fruits and vegetables: Boiled or canned fruits and vegetables are the way to go. Avoid eating the skin. Watermelon, melons, and bananas can be consumed fresh. Avoid high-fiber fruits and vegetables.
• Meat and meat substitutes: Protein is essential to the healing process. Stick to skinless chicken or turkey meat. Other kinds of lean meat, such as fish, eggs and tofu are also good.
• Other: Avoid fried foods and use as little butter as possible. Boiled or steamed foods are the most recommended. Minimize the use of seasoning and fatty sauces and dressings.
   
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This natural sugar supplement could help fight cancer

Mannose-- a nutritional supplement -- found naturally in fruits such as cranberries can aid in slowing the growth of tumours and improve cancer treatment, a study has shown.

The findings showed that mannose enhanced the effects of chemotherapy in mice with multiple types of cancer including leukaemia, osteosarcoma, ovarian and bowel cancer. It slowed tumor growth, reduced the size of tumours and even helped increase the lifespan of some mice.

Tumours use more glucose than normal, healthy tissues. However, it is very hard to control the amount of glucose in your body through diet alone. Researchers found that mannose can interfere with glucose to reduce how much sugar cancer cells can use.

"Tumours need a lot of glucose to grow, so limiting the amount they can use should slow cancer progression. The problem is that normal tissues need glucose as well, so we can't completely remove it from the body. 

"In our study, we found a dosage of mannose that could block enough glucose to slow tumour growth in mice, but not so much that normal tissues were affected," said the lead author of the study.
 
"This is early research, but it is hoped that finding this perfect balance means that, in the future, mannose could be given to cancer patients to enhance chemotherapy without damaging their overall health," he added.

For the study, the team first examined how mice with pancreatic, lung or skin cancer responded when mannose was added to their drinking water and given as an oral treatment. They found that adding the supplement significantly slowed the growth of tumours and did not cause any obvious side effects.

To test how mannose could also affect cancer treatment, mice were treated with cisplatin and doxorubicin -- two of the most widely used chemotherapy drugs. 

Some cells responded well to the treatment while others did not. It was also found that the presence of an enzyme that breaks down mannose in cells was a good indicator of how effective treatment was.



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Exercising regularly reduces complications post-lung cancer surgery by 48%

Exercising regularly before undergoing surgery for lung cancer may reduce the complication rate by half afterwards, a study has found.

Pooled analysis of the data showed that an exercise programme before surgery reduces the complication rate afterwards by 48 per cent.
 
It also reduced length of hospital stay by nearly three days for patients with lung cancer, according to the study.

"Postoperative complication is a major concern for patients undergoing [cancer] surgery," said a Dr.

"The findings may also impact on healthcare costs and on patients' quality of life, and consequently have important implications for patients, healthcare professionals and policy makers," he said.

The researchers trawled databases for relevant studies and found 17 suitable articles which reported on 13 clinical trials, involving 806 participants and six different types of cancer: bowel, liver, gullet (esophageal), lung, mouth and prostate.

The exercise programmes, which were compared with standard care or advice, lasted from one to four weeks, with the average length a fortnight.

Trials that reported more numerous sessions of exercise had better results, suggesting that there may be a dose response effect, the researchers said.

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Foot Reflexology Guide for Babies

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From tummy pains to constipation, congestion and the flu, cranky babies can suffer from a variety of ailments, and the only way they know how to express their pain is through crying. Of course, treatments and medications recommended by pediatricians are crucial to follow. However, soothing home remedies, such as the foot reflexology tips we've shared below, make a good addition to your baby's or grandchild's routine.

Your Guide to Baby Foot Reflexology Using the tips below will help calm fussy babies. Each area corresponds to specific organs, muscles and body parts. Foot reflexology is known to have soothing, therapeutic effects, even among adults. All it entails is gently applying pressure to specific areas of the foot to help relieve discomfort brought on by congestion and blockage. In comparison to adults, babies are believed to be far more receptive to the different types of reflexology rubs, primarily because the ligaments and muscles in their feet have yet to fully develop. Let's take a look: Disclaimer: The advice below should not replace a pediatrician's expert medical opinion.

Benefits: The tips of the toes correspond to the head and the teeth. Massaging this area can be especially helpful when babies are teething. Gently apply pressure to your baby's toes to soothe the pain.

Benefits: The center of the toes corresponds to the baby's sinuses. Applying pressure to these points will help soothe a runny nose or congestion.

Benefits: Just below the toes, on the balls of the feet, is the pressure area for the lungs, which can help soothe congestion in babies most likely caused by an infection or a cold. This pressure point makes for a perfect remedy alongside your pediatrician's advice, because if left untreated, it can lead to difficulties with breathing, eating and sleeping.

Benefits: Just below the ball of the foot is the solar plexus point - a complex network of nerves located in the abdomen and behind the stomach. Gently applying pressure to this area can help soothe an upset tummy, spasms, tightness and breathing problems.

Benefits: Located at the center of the foot soles, massaging this area can help provide relief to obstructed bowels. Accompany it with a gentle tummy rub to get the bowels moving smoothly.

Benefits: The area located above the heel is associated with the lower abdomen. Pressure can also be applied here to relieve your baby's discomfort from constipation, stimulating the large intestine. This pressure point is especially great for babies who are a little gassy.

Benefits: The heel corresponds to the pelvic region. Pressure may be applied here if you suspect that your baby's tummy and hips are bothering them. Be sure to rub lightly.