Month: September 2020

The Sinking Ship: Death, Dying, and Chinese Medicine

It was Friday night, and Dan Jones was on his deathbed. In his 70’s, riddled with pancreatic cancer, the five of us paid our respects with a 15 minute silent meditation.

Dan had been a skillful guide to my men’s group one Saturday in a straw bail house out past the Y in Oak Hill. Seared in my mind is the memory of his haunting clear eyes and my hands gripping his outstretched index and middle fingers. Intuitively, he asked, “Who betrayed you?” He held space, allowed me to squeeze as hard as I could while a deeply buried volcano of rage erupted from within me into the still Hill Country air. I am grateful for that day and his steady presence.

Now, here I was in a vigil with this long-time Austin psychotherapist and pioneer of men’s groups. I decided to keep my eyes open, resting them on him as I sat on the floor. He was on his side in this hospice bed, breathing through his mouth, laboring to take in air.

All of a sudden, we switched places in my mind. I was him and he was me. I …

The healthy vagina is a complex balance of different body chemistry. A yeast infection can occur when there is an imbalance. Millions of women suffer with these annoying infections every year, and they aren’t easy to eliminate. Read on to learn some advice and tips to prevent or mitigate the symptoms of a yeast infection.

Try to avoid stress at all costs to improve your immune system’s response. Stress can affect you in a lot of ways and can make you more prone to a yeast infection.

If you get a lot of yeast infections, it might be time to switch your bath products. Stay away from cleaners that have dyes and fragrances. These products change the pH of your vagina, making it conducive for growing yeast. You should use items that are mild and hypoallergenic.

Cotton panties are always recommended. Silk can prevent your skin from breathing, which can make you uncomfortable. Stick to wearing cotton panties, which will provide the needed air in your vaginal area. This will help to keep moisture at bay and prevent an infection.

Do not use any scented soaps around your vagina. Sprays and soaps with scent can irritate your skin and make …

Among the most prevalent illnesses across the globe is diabetes. Every day many people find out they have this disease. Once you have been diagnosed, or already have diabetes, you can use this article to make some serious alterations to the way you live your life, this will help you manage diabetes and ensure it doesn’t go further.

Almonds are a great snack to eat between meals that will help to maintain normal levels of blood sugar. Almonds, and a lot of other nuts for that matter, are very high in protein and fiber, and they contain zero sugars. Keep some to snack on while watching TV.

Experiment with alternative sources of protein such as eggs and tofu instead of just eating meat. Don’t get into a rut and keep trying new things!

Nowadays people with diabetes are everywhere. This helps to reduce any shame or stress that accompanies the diagnosis, but it really just makes your life much easier.

When you have diabetes, you need to learn to indulge your body in a healthier manner. You will not necessarily have to give up everything sweet. If your blood glucose is properly regulated, you can safely eat desserts occasionally. You …

Approved Osteoarthritis Medicine – What You Don’t Know About Prescription Drugs Will Shock You!

Although approved osteoarthritis medicines might provide relief from pain and other symptoms, but they also pose significant health hazards by way of adverse side effects. In many cases, they also can cause a lot of life threatening diseases. Find out the expert facts and natural treatments for osteoarthritis in this article.

To cite an example, Vioxx is a Cox-2 inhibitor drug and an approved osteoarthritis medicine manufactured by Merck. It had to be recalled from the market because it caused a lot of adverse side effects such as strokes, heart attacks and blood clots in the patient’s suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. In fact, till today there are thousands of pending cases and law suits against it.

Similarly, Bextra is a drug similar to Vioxx. It was also taken off the market due to similar reasons. It had been found to cause Stevens Johnson syndrome, which is a type of skin disorder.

Similarly, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) which are approved osteoarthritis medicines also carry warning label stating that “users may face an increased risk of cardiovascular side effects and gastrointestinal bleeding”.

Corticosteroids also come under “approved osteoarthritis …