Monday 20 May 2013

Extra Ordinary News - Game-Changers

There have been a number of news items, published lately, which may alter things to come in a major way. 

Could back pain come from a Bacteria?


This sounds nuts, doesn't it?. There is a Danish sturdy of those who suffered back pain which found 40 per cent of their back pain sufferers had a bacterial infection similar to acne.  There are implications here.  What if the cure for your backpain is to take an antibiotic.  Let's remember that not very long ago everyone "knew" that a stomach ulcers was caused by stress.

A DNA Test for that Tumour


Scientists can study the dna of a cancer tumour and determine precisely what treatment to give it based  on its composition.  This may mean an exact dose as well as a more accurate chemotherapy can be delivered which targets the cancer and leave your other cells alone.

"Teaming" with microbes  - The best way to clean the baby's dummie?


Turns out, everyone knows, 'cept me, that the best way to clean a baby's dummy that has been spat out on the floor is in the mother's mouth.  The bacteria from the mother is much better for the baby, than the dirt on the floor.   Each of us has a unique array of bacteria, on our skin, in our mouth, in our gut.  This bacteria is essential for good health. When we take antibioticis, we are knocking out the good bacteria, as well as the bad, so it is a good idea to restore it with some probiotics.  It was recommended that my dad take it for six weeks. 
Other studies have indicated that the health of your gut depends on the health of your gut flora. The implications could be that we are given a dose of our own "biotics" to restore our health.  Wow.





Sunday 19 May 2013

NAC PFI Into the digital age



"There was movement at the station for the word had passed around......." or rather, let me paraphase Banjo, there was recording at the homestead...

I have compiled a class for the 2.00pm session on Wednesday 22nd May at 2.00pm. The room will be set up for action. i.e. chairs, but no tables. The class will be broadcast on the screen and hopefully you will be able to have an exercise class together by following the action. Good Luck. Feel free to pause the action if you need a pit stop or a drink.

As well if you would like to repeat a section, just rewind. When the class is finished stay behind and have a chat if you like. The class itself will only last for about 30 minutes. so you should be able to wrap it up about 2.45pm.




Meanwhile work on those smart goals.

Think about whatever you would like to discuss with the nutritionist.

Keep moving - not just one, but all four types of exercise.

Endurance,

Strength,

Stretch and

Balance.




Saturday 4 May 2013

New way to comment on the blog anonymously

I have changed the set up of the blog and now it is easier to comment.  You no longer need a google account to make a comment.  However, you will have to type the two words that appear.  This is a safeguard to prevent "robot" programs flooding the blog.

So have a go.  If you can't read the two words, just press the renew and it will generate two new words that may be easier.  Leave a space between the words.