MEDICAL

Coming to the clinic even with the common cold, we sometimes hear: "To clarify the diagnosis will have to refer you to the X-ray.

And we are going to "radiate" or take a shot that the doctor was able to accurately determine the nature of pathology. But X-rays, these amazing rays, discovered by the German physicist Roentgen more than a hundred years ago, helping not only in the diagnosis of disease – they also have healing properties. With their help, we can treat both tumor and non-tumoral diseases. In the treatment of nontumorous diseases using X-rays with a shallow absorption of radiation by tissues and in low dosages.

Usually, the X-ray resort when other means proved ineffective or when she has a notorious advantages over them, to the advantage of this method include its simplicity, the possibility of using both ambulatory and in hospital, a painless procedure. On the treatment of patients sends medical specialist (surgeon, neurologist, dermatologist, etc.), and the question of the magnitude of radiation dose, the frequency of sessions and the amount of irradiated tissue is in the competence of the radiologist. Currently, radiotherapy has been successfully used in surgery, neurology, otolaryngology, dermatology, ophthalmology and other fields of medicine. Positive clinical effects observed in 85-98% of cases.

In surgery, radiotherapy is used mainly in acute and chronic suppurative-inflammatory diseases, such as boils, carbuncles, erysipelas, panaritiums, osteomyelitis, postoperative complications and consequences of diabetes – the effectiveness of this method is 90-97%. The most efficient X-ray therapy in the initial stages of the inflammatory process: sometimes only 1-2 treatments is sufficient to suspend its development. And in case of complications of diabetes, accompanied by trophic changes in the tissues of the feet, radiotherapy often avoids surgery.

The largest share in X-ray non-tumorous diseases account for the disease osteo-articular apparatus of degenerative-dystrophic nature – arthritis deformans, periarthritis humeroscapular, spondylitis osteochondrosis, heel and elbow bursitis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. By providing anti-inflammatory effect on the surrounding joints, soft tissue, X-ray rays contribute to the reduction and disappearance of pain, increase range of motion in the joints or spine. 80% of patients noted subjective improvement in health status already during the treatment. In addition, it is possible to dramatically reduce the dose of painkillers and anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals, prolonged use of which is often indifferent to the organism.

X-ray radiation is also widely used in the treatment of diseases of the peripheral nervous system – neuritis, neuralgia, radiculitis, plexitis, herpes zoster, and many others. Typically, they cause great suffering and lead to prolonged disability. For these illnesses irradiated locally affected nerve roots, plexus or peripheral nerve trunks. Analgesic effect of X-ray in this case, connected both to the suppression of inflammation in the nerve and surrounding tissues, and with the reduction of pathological impulses.

In dermatology using X-ray treat chronic eczema, neurodermatitis, itchy skin, keloid scars, hemangiomas, etc. In chronic dermatoses, it has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, reducing sensitivity to allergens, the recovery of a metabolism in the cells of the epidermis, the normalization of power in the tissues, stimulates skin regeneration. In the initial stage of irradiation of keloid scars can get rid of the pain and itching, helps stop the growth of keloid and leads to regression growths.

Experience over recent years positive experience of the leading clinics of the world confirms the feasibility and effectiveness of X-ray non-tumorous diseases. As shown radiobiological studies, small doses of X-rays had no harmful effects on human body. And the analysis of remote results of radiotherapy in our country and abroad so far revealed no complications or adverse effects of its use.

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Being overweight increases blood pressure, reduces the life and put a strain on the heart. Now scientists have found that it also reduces mental capacity.

The study, which lasted five years and which was attended by more than 2,200 French adults, shows the relationship between excess weight and reduced cognitive function. His results were published in the journal Neurology.

In the experiment, French scientists involved men and women aged from 32 to 62 years who have passed a series of tests to verify the intellectual abilities. The same tests they were offered again, exactly five years. Results of tests of each volunteer was compared with body mass index (it is, remember, is calculated as the ratio of weight in kilograms by the square of the growth, growth at the same time indicated in meters). It is believed that your weight is within normal limits, if the index value ranges from 18.5 to 25 points. Over 25 – you are overweight, 30 and above – you are obese.

In the test on the vocabulary of people with a body mass index of 20 or fewer items recalled 56% of words, and those whose BMI was 30 or more points – only 44%. Repeated tests conducted after 5 years showed a more rapid decline in cognitive function in overweight people. They were able to recall the words of 37,5%, while their rivals have remained slim at the same level.

By assumption, Dr. Maxim Cournot, who headed the study, a hormone produced by fat cells, can affect the brain cells that leads to a reduction of its functions. "Another explanation of lower mental ability may consist in the fact that obesity – is a well known risk factor influencing the likelihood of cardiovascular disease because it leads to thickening and hardening of the walls of blood vessels, and vessels of the brain is no exception – says Dr. Cournot Center of Clinical Epidemiology University Hospital in Toulouse. - Logically, when dieting cognitive function should be restored.

Dr David Haslam, director of the National Obesity Forum, founded in 2000 to draw public attention to the problems of obesity, said the results of new research alarming. "It shows that being overweight affects every organ of the human body, – he said. - Nobody wants to be fat, especially knowing that it leads to dementia and heart disease, but the news that the extra weight affects your ability to think, would cause shock and dismay. "

But Anne Uiddekomb, former Minister of the British Conservative Party, believes that the study does not matched. "One need only look around and you will see hundreds of thin fools and wise full of people," – said Mrs. Uiddekomb, which has lost nearly 14 pounds while taking part in a television show. "When I lost weight, this is reflected in my waist, not on the brain" – she said.

Chef Anthony Worrell Thompson also questioned the findings, saying that there are many energetic and capable people who simply have the misfortune to be complete. "I do not want to think how much smarter and wittier, I would, if lost, because I already consider myself an intelligent, – he said. - In addition, many full of very smart people – that they compensate for the lack of visual appeal.

TV-Lawrie Turner, who as a child you lost weight, then gained weight again, also stated that her mental capacity at the same time does not change. "It was rather in how people treated me.They believed that once I’m fat, you must be stupid. Confidence from this is not added, so where there really shine mind, – said Ms. Turner. - But I must admit that if you love bread, pasta and potatoes – food that has a calming effect – you become sleepy and lazy, and associates can take that for stupidity, but actually it is not so. "

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Now melissotherapy applied in different fields of medicine – cardiology, neurology, pediatrics and other bee products are widely used in situations where the body needs additional support, such as athletic training and space mission.

Apitherapy (from the Latin apis – bee) – a system for treating bee products. Principles of honey, bee venom and pollen are known to mankind for a long time. They exist in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, and in our country honey have long been considered an assistant in a variety of illnesses, from colds to tuberculosis, and gastritis. Until the revolution, he prescribes as an official medicine physicians zemstvo hospitals.

In the footsteps of Vinnie the Pooh

Bee Honey – this is an extremely useful product. It contains many vitamins – A, E, C, and such rare as H, PP and vitamin C. But the main advantage of honey is that it almost does not contain sucrose, instead of which is composed of glucose and fructose.Therefore, it is much less caloric than sugar – and much more useful it.

The benefits of honey can talk for hours. He and strengthens immunity, and tones the digestion and is good for the heart. Its antibacterial properties are so strong that they can even handle open wounds and insect bites. However, use honey instead of iodine will be few, but treating a cold with it – almost everything.

Which honey is the best?

In winter, honey becomes particularly relevant. However, at this time of year to find a natural product of the most difficult. What is artificial honey and how it worse? Artificial called that honey, which was created by bees, but not from the pollen and nectar and sugar syrup. This method of production is easier and cheaper, but the honey loses its main miraculous properties.

The key to the quality of honey is a certificate that may be required at a fair honey or in a specialized store. It is best if there is a name of the beekeeper, the area where the honey has been received and the results of chemical analysis. On packaged honey in stores, at least should be room includes – 19792.

In addition, natural honey can remain liquid just a couple of months (except buckwheat, acacia and padevogo), and then crystallized. That’s okay, honey, this does not spoil. However, common sense dictates that if you offer in the winter, liquid honey – it’s likely, he is not real.

Choosing honey, better focus on their health. After curative effect in various species of honey a very special:

Your lips would be so honey drink

The best way to use honey, we have been familiar since childhood: to stick a spoon in his cheek and enjoy. The main thing – to stop. The daily rate for adults – 2 tablespoons. For children – only one. It is best to have honey with dairy products because it helps to assimilate calcium.

Includes honey in your daily diet, it is important to remember one rule. It can not be heated, because while a honey stand carcinogens – and it becomes dangerous. So if you suddenly decided to hit the influenza hot tea with lemon and honey (a great combination), the honey in no case be put directly into the tea. It has to be there alone, drinking tea.

Propolis guard your health

Propolis – a resinous substance that bees are so-called senior made of bark and buds of trees … to disinfect the hive. Yes, the bees are so conscious beings that use special materials to reduce the number of bacteria in their populous housing.

Approximately the same effect propolis in the human body. He struggles with quinsy, inflammation of the gums and herpes. Propolis acts in such cases as a natural antibiotic. In addition, he is able to reduce the pressure and strengthens the cardiovascular system as a whole.

Unlike chemical drugs, propolis functioned reasonably smoothly. It can be used in the case of specific diseases, and prevention. For example, a month early in the winter – and a month in the spring, at the very cold in time. Applied Propolis usually in the form of drops of the solution, mixed with tea or milk products.

Royal jelly – the food of queens

Royal jelly – a special substance that ordinary bees produce in their salivary glands for the most important inhabitant uleya – bees. She never leaves her home and devoted exclusively to playback delay during the life of a huge number of larvae. And she eats with a royal jelly. Imagine how it must be nutritious?

Royal jelly contains large amounts of glucose, fructose, lipids, minerals, vitamins and other valuable substances. It is very well affect the endocrine and nervous system of man. It regulates the secretion of adrenalin and acts as a sedative for insomnia and increased anxiety.

In addition, royal jelly have a positive impact on the sexual system of both men and women. Not for nothing, it serves as food exclusively fertile queen bees! Milk is used to treat infertility and as a component of anti-aging cosmetics. In fresh extracted from the hive, milk spoiled already after 1,5 hours. Therefore it either cooled or dried. In any case, it is quite expensive but effective drug, before the use of which is better to consult a doctor.

Bee bread

So the people called ambrosia – pollen, which the industrious bee has collected and rolled into lumps, then to "preserve" in the comb. Perga used them to feed the larvae. This is another mine of useful elements from the beehives, which have long learned to take advantage of people.

Perga contains more protein than meat, fish or eggs. In addition, it contains selenium – a substance retards the aging of cells. Of course, we are not bees to switch completely to this kind of food. Moreover, Pergamum advised to use caution, this is one of the most allergenic bee products. For us it is primarily a drug, relieves fatigue and exhaustion, improves circulation and stimulates digestion.

Perge advised to take courses – every day for one week and then take a break of three months. This method allows you to maintain vitality in the most difficult periods of the organism – in the early winter or early spring. To enhance the effect ambrosia can be mixed with another magic bullet – royal jelly.

Here’s what treasures fraught with beehives. Regular honey, propolis, royal jelly and pollen can be not only supporting food additives, but also part of a package of drugs aimed at getting rid of a disease. The main thing – to learn how to choose quality products and use them correctly. And remember that, honey and other bee products – this is a very active biological substances and may cause allergies. So treat them to particular caution.

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