Cinnamon for Diabetes: New Survey Shows CAM Used with Diabetes Mellitus

Incidence of diabetes is on the rise. Though at this time there is no known cure, the World Health Organization recommends several lifestyle modifications that may help prevent onset of Type II Diabetes, including healthy diet, regular exercise, maintaining normal body weight, and avoiding tobacco use.For those managing Type I and Type II Diabetes, a 2011 survey by the Diabetes Center of the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism shows patients with Diabetes Mellitus are using Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM) as a support with conventional health care.Of the almost 200 diabetes patients surveyed, 34% of Type I Diabetics and 31% of Type...

Meet Jean Wilson, ACHS's New Admissions Advisor

Meet Jean Wilson, American College of Healthcare Sciences' (ACHS) new Admissions Advisor. Welcome to the ACHS family, Jean!Jean, a Portland native, has an Associate Degree in Human Services Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. As a previous online student, Jean has in-depth knowledge of, and experience with online learning environments.“As a recent distance learner I come to ACHS well-versed in the processes of distance learning and how to maximize the online learning experience,” Jean says. “This experience will prove helpful with assisting students to become acclimated in a distance learning environment. I look forward to providing...

ACHS Aromatherapy Bar at the Beaverton Farmer's Market June 25

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our community wellness booth at the Beaverton Farmer's Market last Saturday, June 25! We've posted a few photos from the event for those who were not able to attend in person: Pictured left, ACHS Acting Director of Operations Tracey Miller (right) and volunteer Erin Pech and pictured right, ACHS Director of Marketing Kate Harmon (left) and ACHS Chief Institutional Officer Erika Yigzaw (right).Did you enjoy our aromatherapy bar and demonstrations? We've posted a link to our demonstration of How to Use an Essential Oil Travel Kit to our YouTube channel, ACHStv, here: http://www.youtube.com/ACHStv#p/u/0/lOGYkuuTZds...

Propolis Exhibits Strong Free Radical Scavenging Activity

No matter where the bees live, they know to collect the good stuff, just as they do with nectar & pollen."Chemical Characterization of Iraqi Propolis Samples and Assessing their Antioxidant Potentials"Food and Chemical Toxicology, 20-June, 2011 authors: Ghassan M. Sulaiman, Khulood W. Al Sammarrae, Ali H. Ad’hiah, Massimo Zucchetti, Roberta Frapolli, Ezia Bello, Eugenio Erba, Maurizio D’Incalci, Renzo BagnatiPropolis samples, collected from different geographical locations in Iraq (Baghdad, Dahuk, Mosul and Salah ad-Din), were analyzed and assessed for their anti-oxidant activity.Concentrations of phenolic...

Propolis Essential Oil Helps Decrease Anxiety

Propolis is a very rich resource of bioflavonoids, deserving much more research...Therapeutic Effects of Propolis Essential Oil on Anxiety of Restraint Stress MiceHum Exp Toxicol, 2011 Jun 14Propolis has a broad spectrum of biological activities; however, whether its essential oils have neuroprotective effects is unknown. In this study, we found that propolis essential oil (PEO) could significantly reverse the anxiety-like behavior of restraint-stressed mice, and has no effect on locomotor activity. Furthermore, PEO significantly decreased the plasma levels of cortisol (CORT), adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and malondialdehyde (MDA),...

how to Maintain Fitness For The Busy

A health expert in the United States declared that the exercise is not as dangerous as smoking. So, if for health reasons you have stopped smoking, for the same reasons of physical activity what have you done?Many people who live and work in a big city feel that sports programming is a mammoth burden of a very difficult place. Starting from time, cost, up to a big city environment that is not sports-friendly. Meanwhile, ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) since 1998 has established that physical activity per week are recommended for healthy adults in order to maintain health and fitness including aerobic exercise 3-5 days, 2-3 strength...

Significant Role of Merchant Banking Services in Our Economy

Merchant banks found its origin in the early periods in the country of Italy by the Italian merchants. The main function of the merchant banking services include providing financial advice and services to corporate as well as individuals. These banks act as a sort of intermediary between capital issuers and the buyers of the securities. These securities are issued by different companies in the stock markets to raise funds.The Necessity of Merchant Banking ServicesThe economy of the country is often afflicted with different unpredictable conditions like inflation, unemployment, stagnation and so forth. The need to sustain a steady growth is necessary...

Milk Products: An Essential Part of Our Diet

Milk is considered a wholesome food. It is a rich source of calcium, minerals, vitamins and proteins. The products derived from milk are known as milk products. For better health and strong immune system, consumption of milk is quite essential. However, there are many people who are allergic to milk and milk products.Some of the Common Dairy ProductsMost of the people include milk and its products in their daily diet. Some of the most commonly used products of milk are as follows:Cheese: Cheese is one of the most delicious by product of milk. It is nutritious and is considered rich in protein and minerals. It is a healthy food and is a rich source...

Bee Venom May Help Treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

As it's frequently misdiagnosed for MS, it's really no surprise this research resembles results found for Multiple Schlerosis...  Melittin Restores Proteasome Function in an Animal Model of ALSJ Neuroinflammation, 2011 Jun 20;8(1):69Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a paralyzing disorder characterized by the progressive degeneration and death of motor neurons and occurs both as a sporadic and familial disease.Mutant SOD1 (mtSOD1) in motor neurons induces vulnerability to the disease through protein misfolding, mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative damage, cytoskeletal abnormalities, defective axonal transport- and...

The Coffee for Health Benefits

 Benefits of CoffeeAccording to Harvard Women's Health, the consumption of several cups of coffee a day may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, the formation of kidney stones, colon cancer, Parkinson's disease, liver damage (cirrhosis), heart disease and prevent cognitive decline in brain power.    * Diabetes. Twenty studies conducted worldwide indicate that coffee reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by 50%. The researchers suspect the cause is chlorogenic acid in coffee act to slow the absorption of sugar in digestion. Chlorogenic acid also stimulates the formation of GLP-1, a chemical that increases insulin (a hormone...

3 Essential Oils for Summer

Summer is here and you know what that means … fun and sun, bumps and bugs. To help stay in tip-top shape all summer long, here are three essential oils to keep on hand.Lavender, Lavandula angustifolia, has a characteristic aroma frequently used in room sprays and cosmetic products to help relive stress and support relaxation. The essential oil also has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, which can be very handy with minor bumps and scrapes. To make your own lavender ointment, warm 2-oz sweet almond oil over a double boiler and add 1/4-oz grated beeswax. Stir until the wax is dissolved then add 25 drops lavender Lavandula angustifolia...

The Importance of Training Institutes for Better Careers

Due to the ever increasing demand for a better career and secure job, the need for training institutes is on the rise. The steady increase in population has led to shortages in job opportunities and better career options. Unemployment and underemployment have become quite common these days. This in turn aggravates the necessity for excellent institutes that can provide adequate training to students in various fields.Choosing Training InstitutesThere are several training institutes in the country which provide excellent professional courses to students. Career training is essential these days as the competition is very high in the job market....

Significance of Import Export Trade Leads In India

India was basically considered an agro based economy where imports exceeded exports. Indian imports consisted of heavy machineries, gold and silver, electrical products and so forth. There has been an imbalance in the export and import business in the country. The growth of globalisation paved way for better trade relations between countries. The advent and use of online business directories have further accentuated the prospects of trade in the country.The Growth of Business Directories and Trade LeadsThe b2b directories in India have proved to be excellent platforms for obtaining import export trade leads for various business entrepreneurs....

Air Pollution

Air is an important factor in life, but with increasing physical development and urban industrial centers, air quality has changed. That were once fresh air is now dry and dirty. This if not immediately addressed, the change could endanger human health, animal and plant life Air pollution is defined as the presence of substances or foreign substances in the air that causes changes in the composition (composition) of air from the normal state. The presence of foreign materials or substances in the air in a certain amount and in the air in a long time, will be able to interfere with human life. If such circumstances occur, the air is said to have...

The Serving food principle

Serving food is one of the principles of food hygiene and sanitation. Serving food that is not good and ethical, not only can reduce one's appetite but can also be a cause of bacterial contamination. Some things must be considered in preparing the food in accordance with the principles of food hygiene and sanitation are as follows: presentation of the food- 1. The principle means that every type of food container is placed in a separate container and cultivated closed. The goal is a. Not cross-contaminated food b. When a tainted the other can be secured c. Prolong-eat foods according to the level of food insecurity. 2. The principle means that...

Honey Found to Help Relieve Anxiety

Honey soothes throats, anxiety and coughing spells!! (the list is actually much longer)....Honey Helps Relieve Anxiety: "Modifications of neurobehavioral activities related to single episodes of consumption of different doses of bee honey were examined in rats under conditions of the hole-board (HB) test (to evaluate the level of anxiety) and open-field (OF) test (where the intensities of locomotion, rearing, and grooming were measured).Animals of all subgroups had free access to normal saline, while rats of the three experimental subgroups consumed bee honey in the doses of 0.5, 1.0, and 2.0 g per 1 kg body mass (in the form of 10, 20,...

What Are the Different Uses of Vending Machines

A vending machine is a machine without any human vendor. The automated operations performed by these machines make them convenient and time-saving at public and commercial places. A consumer needs to deposit the required money and the product he or she wants is provided by the machine. There are different versions of vending machines that have been launched since the first historical reference of these machines. The vending machine manufacturers have always tried to improve the usefulness and safety of these machines so that people can make best out of them. Here is a discussion about various uses that these machines offer.Foods and DrinksA...

Accelerate Hair Growth

 It seemed eager to have long hair thick and strong in a relatively short time. However, in reality, our hair will only grow about 3 cm per month. Therefore, it is not uncommon for people to take a shortcut by doing hair extensions (hair connection). Is there another way?Actually whether or not the growth of our hair depends on several factors, such as genetic, health conditions, and how well we take care of us the crown. We may not get long hair in just one night, but at least there are several ways to speed up the process of growth:1. Use essential oils like lavender, basil, nettle and lemon. Apply a few drops of essential oils only one...

The Caring For Always Looks Beautiful Nails

There are many simple ways that we can do yourself to make your nails always look beautiful without having to go to the salon for a manicure. Consider the following tips that may be useful in the treatment of your nails are beautiful. - Use a cuticle creamYou can use a special cream for nail cuticle which can be found at the cosmetics store. Cream contains vitamin E which is very good for your nails. Massage your nails using the cream every night before bed. Guaranteed, your nails more beautiful and shiny.- Put the body or hand cream on the skin near the kitchen, and put on after washing hands or dishes- Better to wear gloves when you do housework...