Monday, March 12, 2012
Vitamin C
Dec 29th, 2010 by Barta Lászlóné,Marika
C-vitaminC-vitamin. It is a universal vitamin.Unfortunately, for many people unclear, that when and how much C-vitamin the organization needs. Right, not easy to find one's way in the topic, since the officially X-rated daily one 60 mg and Nobel laureate by way of our scholar, Szentgyörgyi Albert accepted 1000 mg, there is an enormous difference because of that.
C-vitamin. It is a universal vitamin.
Unfortunately, for many people unclear, that when and how much C-vitamin the organization needs. Right, not easy to find one's way in the topic, since the officially X-rated daily one 60 mg and Nobel laureate by way of our scholar, Szentgyörgyi Albert accepted 1000 mg, there is an enormous difference because of that.
Fair enough so the question:
When and how much C-vitamin advisable to serve?
Onto the first half of the question the answer it, that: ALWAYS. His second party though it, that: A LOT.
C-vitamin has two capital tasks in our organization. One it immunvédelem, the other one though stabilizing the psyche. C-vitamin starts the production of the happiness hormones and the beta endorphin. We need C-vitamin since he drains of the organization very quickly steadily. It is not necessary to be afraid of the bigger quantities though. We may levy it calmly, nothing will be our trouble from him. Chiefly in stressful situations, with anxiety, a panic illness, depression for fighters, infections, in case of a fever, after operations, at the time of the usage of medicines, under the time of a pregnancy and breastfeeding, and for sportsmen, smokers and ones eating alcohol recommended.
What is apparent from this? It, that advisable quasi for everybody C-vitamin to collect, since one fall into a category certainly. We cannot satisfy it with the food unfortunately this direction our needs, since the content of the vitamin decreased for all fruit and a vegetable already nowadays. So the replacement inescapable. Under the time of the pregnancy and the breastfeeding 50%-kal, for diabetic ones though 30%-kal a bigger amount c- they need a vitamin naponta...és the smokers have to take more C-vitamin, than their not smoking fellowmen, with what smoking a piece of cigarette 25-100 mg C-vitamin subtracts from the organization. The medicines, the aspirin, the tetraciklinek are there next (antibiotics) and the contraceptives, that it is emptied likewise from the organization C-vitamin.
How large is the recommended quantity?
Additional quantity recommended universally 200 mg of circle yes. But the illnesses, changed does not do harm in case of health conditions if we charge our depositories. Facilitating our organisation's function so.
In this case the recommended quantity there are 500 and 1000 mg of circle. If you are somebody tired patient, may serve continuously 1000 mg C-vitamin, mainly if he smokes. You would eat a bigger quantity then worthy to serve, if the man is having a cold, feverish, there is inflammation in his organization you are caught some kind infection, he went through operation concerned.
What worthy to know about him yet?
C-vitamin in a bigger quantity can be found in the undermentioned ones: rose-hip, citrus, paprika, feketeribiszke, strawberry, broccoli. The rose-hip C-vitamin content a multiple implies so much compared to the lemon, approximately ten times. It important to can, that the C- vitamin exceptionally sensitive one, which means that the moistness breaks up,, due to light, air and a temperature. The food is deteriorating during cooking for example so C-vitamin content. C-vitamin the input of his continuous picking and a constant because of that proposed, dissolves in water because the organization does not store it and the excess, of what the organization does not make use inside a couple of clocks empties. To buy C-vitamin with a worthy natural origin with an effect provided because of this.
What is C-vitamin absorption hampered by?
C-vitamin absorption is hampered by the plain sugars (pl. the honey), they compete with C-vitamin quasi in the system carrying a load
The carbohydrate input even through 6 clocks 50%-al C-vitamin may reduce it absorption
The alcohol ties it C-vitamin big part
When is there need for the input of more C-vitamin?
The smoking binds the big part of C-vitamin taken in, C-vitamin raised for smokers because of this input necessary
The aspirin 3-szorosára accelerates the purging of the vitamin from the organization (so C-vitamin empties under 1 clock), we have to replace C-vitamin often at the time of the picking of aspirin because of this.
There is need for more C-vitamin in case of tumourous diseases
Decreases in a winter-vernal period the foods C-vitamin content, the resistance capacity decreases because of this. In the form of a dietary supplement recommended for the prevention of this to substitute
The carbon monoxide ruins C-vitamin, let living persons increase the input in the city because of this
The physical load increases C-vitamin purging. For sportsmen especially important C-vitamin replacement, mainly before competitions
When decreases our foods C-vitamin content?
Strong light, and C-vitamin is decaying quickly as a result of a tall heat effect and humidity
At the time of cooking and due to lyes C-vitamin quasi in full whole one's decays
With peeling C-vitamin content cca. 60%-a gets lost
In the course of freezing C-vitamin 25%-a gets lost
A fresh vegetable loses it storing the content of all C-vitamin on room temperature through some days quasi
The apple after 2-3 months of storage 60% loses C-vitamin
100 g of fresh potato in autumn, after a harvest yet 30 mg C-vitamin contains, in spring already only 8, in summer already quasi nothing.
Recommendation:
It is necessary to keep an eye on the storage! Fresh fruit, vegetable, after the harvest at what soon consume and we store it cooled only!
In as much we replace C-vitamin with a some kind of food accessory, let us take it in during a dining so. Disappears at this time from him most.
The consumption of recommended artefacts being absorbed continuously, which ones they disappear through 6-8 clocks even following the income.
Let us look at the facts.
As a multipurpose vitamin:
the connective tissue holding the organization together (the collagen) plays a role in his healthy function
one of the important components of the enzymes
the red one repairs it vértestek vasbinding his ability
the adrenalin increases his function, which supports the organization, the stress in the treatment of states
it protects the vitamins loosening in the single fat from oxidation, than pl: Vitamin A, E-vitamin and single Vitamin B'S
encourages the production of the leucocytes (immune system)
the proteins set up with the development of the allergies, the histamines reduce his production
helps in the iron absorption
Beside all these several of his other positive effects known:
Has salutary effect on the brain, just like the vitamin B'S
He plays a role in preceding the Alzheimer disease
The allergen (pollen, animal hairs) catching fire took it out wake up prevents the effects of substances from a big quantity serving
Moderates the allergic symptoms
The asthma precedes his symptoms and can heal it
B12 motivates the ripening of the red blood cells together with a vitamin and the folic acid
The thymus (thymus) increases his function
Takes a part in osteogenesis
Works with a vitamin E together
Increases the recovery of the burning lesions
Activates enzyme
To the function of the leucocytes indispensable
Increases the physical efficiency
Alleviates the gums bleeding
The carcinogenic nitrozaminok prevents his formation in the stomach (stomach cancer)
HDL cholesterol level (one with a good type) raises it
His liberation is hampered by the histamine, provides protection for aged ones in the respiratory diseases hereby
Enhances the effect of the urine road medicines
Strengthens the immune system
It raises the level of interferon in the blood, which plays a role in overcoming the virus infections and the cancer,
Alleviates a pain in case of arthritises
Reduces the cholesterol level in the blood
Collagen in formation has bought part
It LDL in the prevention of the oxidation of cholesterol especially efficient
The adrenal gland takes a part in the synthesis of hormones
Increases the wound recovery after the operations
The cold relieves his symptoms and hurries the recovery, but cannot prevent the illness
Slows down the ageing processes
Takes a part in cartilage formation
Extends protection by the carcinogens in an eye
Increases the wound recovery
He plays an important role in the cell breathing
The scurvy prevents his development
Provides protection against a stress
Provides protection against the free radicals
The cataract lodges a protest because of his development
The iron helps in his absorption
Reduces the frequency of the blood clots, the heart attack and the development of the embolism decrease so
A virus and bacterium infections helps to overtake a car
Interest:
Dr. Tinus Smits Dutch homoeopath a doctor cures autistic children with homoeopathy and diet with a supplement, and with the alteration of their nourishment. C-vitamin, the zinc and the fish oil prescribe his picking among other things.
C-vitamin plays an important role in the stopping of the cerebral oxidative stress state fundamentally, but the copper furthers it beside this, the mercury, the lead, the cadmium and nickel selection, the enzyme functions and the folic acid metabolism. The human organization is not capable of C-vitamin production, on the other hand – in particularly stress states – uses very much. '
Dr. Smits all suggests C-vitamin dosage with a tall dose therapeutic, all because of prevention viewpoints. His opinion at the autistic ones C-vitamin zsír-it is necessary to get it into the organization in a form which can be relieved, because the brain blood gets to the brain cells getting through a dam so.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/426853_c-vitamin#ixzz1ot7iSUx5
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The Cholesterol Story
Jun 22nd, 2010 by Dr.JacquelineCampbel
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance made by the body. It is found among the fats in the bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. Cholesterol is not a “bad guy”. It is beneficial to the body.
Many persons become frightened when told that their cholesterol levels are elevated. They immediately think that just the elevation of cholesterol places them at “heart attack door”. The truth is that there is more to cholesterol than that! High cholesterol does not reliably identify all people with hidden heart disease, nor does just lowering it cure anyone of heart disease.
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance made by the body. It is found among the fats in the bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. Cholesterol is not a “bad guy”. It is beneficial to the body. Our bodies need it to form cell membranes, to produce bile acids for digestion and to make hormones and vitamin D. Cholesterol and other fats cannot dissolve in the blood. They have to be transported to and from the cells by special carriers called lipoproteins. There are several kinds, but the ones I will be focusing on are low-density lipoprotein (LDL, the so called “bad cholesterol”) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL, the “good cholesterol”). LDL transports cholesterol to the cells, whereas HDL transports cholesterol away from the cells. Think of LDL as a dump truck that drops garbage on the street (blocking your arteries) and HDL as the street sweeper that cleans it up. If there are more dump trucks than street sweepers, the street will be congested.
When one has excess LDL, too much cholesterol can be deposited into the walls of the arteries. On the other hand, insufficient HDL impairs cholesterol transport away from the walls of the arteries for disposal in the liver. Therefore too much LDL and or not enough HDL can set the stage for atherosclerosis. This is the process in which deposits of fats, cholesterol, cellular waste products, calcium and other substances build up in the inner lining of an artery forming plaque. Plaques can grow large enough to significantly reduce the flow of blood through an artery. They can rupture and cause blood clots to form. These clots can block blood flow or break off and travel to another part of the body. If either happens and blocks a blood vessel that feeds the heart, it causes a heart attack. If this occurs in the brain, it causes a stroke. And if blood supply to the arms or legs is reduced, it can lead to poor circulation.
Research has shown that it is the oxidation of LDL that causes the most damage to the arteries. Oxidation or free radical development is the process that changes the composition of this essential nutrient, turning it into a destructive compound. This oxidized LDL injuries the innermost lining of the arterial wall called the endothelium and causes inflammation. So it is the absolute LDL level and LDL oxidation that are involved in atherosclerosis and increasing heart attack risk.
Apart from LDL-cholesterol, there are other risk factors for developing a heart attack or stroke. They include high levels of homocysteine, fibrinogen, triglycerides (another blood fat) and C-reactive protein. The presence of high levels of these other risk factors can result in a person suffering a heart attack or stroke, even though their cholesterol level is low.
Low Cholesterol
Studies have shown that low total cholesterol levels are associated with depression and anxiety, perhaps because low cholesterol may reduce levels of the brain chemical serotonin. Other research suggests that low LDL levels may be associated with an increased risk of certain types of cancer. Pregnant women who have low total cholesterol may be more likely to give birth prematurely and have babies low birth weight babies.
A low HDL level increases the risk of heart disease. For menopausal women, a low HDL level coupled with excess weight may increase the risk of breast cancer.
What about Cholesterol and Diet?
Typically the body makes all the cholesterol it needs. The liver manufacturers about 800-1500 mg of cholesterol per day and this contributes much more to total body cholesterol than does diet. The liver can also make cholesterol from carbohydrates, proteins or fat.
Only animal foods -egg yolks, meat (that includes mutton and oxtail!), poultry, shellfish, milk and cheese- contain cholesterol. Foods from plants do not contain cholesterol. (So ackee and pear do not contain cholesterol). The intake of saturated fats (found in animals and some plants) and trans fats in the diet is the main culprit in raising blood cholesterol. Trans fat is made when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oil–a process called hydrogenation; this increases the shelf life and flavor stability of foods containing these fats. They can be found in vegetable shortenings, some margarines, cookies, snack foods, and foods made with or fried in partially hydrogenated oils.
The Good News
Simple changes can reduce your bad cholesterol and increase the good.
• Maintain a level of physical activity that keeps you fit. Walk or do other activities for at least 30 minutes on most days. If you need to lose weight, do enough activity to burn more calories than you eat every day.
• Limit your intake of foods that are high in calories and low in nutrition; especially limit foods like soft drinks and candy. Add foods that are high in soluble fibre – whole grains, oats, legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Research suggests that the Mediterranean diet—low in saturated and trans fat, high in healthy unsaturated fats, and low in calories—reduces LDL cholesterol significantly better than other diets. This diet is rich in vegetables, lean fish, and chicken and low in red meat. A really low- or no-fat diet does a good job of lowering LDL , but may also reduce HDL. Eating foods and drinks with added phytosterols (plant stanols and sterols) is another way to drop your LDL. The American Heart Association recommends 2 to 3 grams a day of plant sterols .
In addition I recommend the following supplements
• B vitamins in particular B 6, B12, folic acid and Niacin. Niacin, is particularly effective at promoting a healthy balance between LDL and HDL cholesterol. Take a minimum of 100 to 200 mg a day. It can cause the skin to turn red and tingly. To counter this effect, I tell my patients to take a baby aspirin and/or 500 mg of Vitamin C with their Niacin.
• Fish oil 1,000 to 3,000 mg daily
• Anti-oxidants. These include garlic, Vitamins A, C, E , the mineral selenium.
• Red yeast rice extract 600 to 1,200 mg a day. Do not use this supplement if you are taking a statin (prescription medication for lowering cholesterol)
• Artichoke leaf extract. Take 1800 mg daily
• Policosanol Take 10 mg daily
• Coenzyme Q 10 This antioxidant is essential for the production of energy in little cellular engines called mitochondria. Statins deplete the body’s natural supply of this antioxidant. Take 100 to 200 mg daily
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/306446_the-cholesterol-story#ixzz1ot6CIZww
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Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance made by the body. It is found among the fats in the bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. Cholesterol is not a “bad guy”. It is beneficial to the body.
Many persons become frightened when told that their cholesterol levels are elevated. They immediately think that just the elevation of cholesterol places them at “heart attack door”. The truth is that there is more to cholesterol than that! High cholesterol does not reliably identify all people with hidden heart disease, nor does just lowering it cure anyone of heart disease.
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance made by the body. It is found among the fats in the bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. Cholesterol is not a “bad guy”. It is beneficial to the body. Our bodies need it to form cell membranes, to produce bile acids for digestion and to make hormones and vitamin D. Cholesterol and other fats cannot dissolve in the blood. They have to be transported to and from the cells by special carriers called lipoproteins. There are several kinds, but the ones I will be focusing on are low-density lipoprotein (LDL, the so called “bad cholesterol”) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL, the “good cholesterol”). LDL transports cholesterol to the cells, whereas HDL transports cholesterol away from the cells. Think of LDL as a dump truck that drops garbage on the street (blocking your arteries) and HDL as the street sweeper that cleans it up. If there are more dump trucks than street sweepers, the street will be congested.
When one has excess LDL, too much cholesterol can be deposited into the walls of the arteries. On the other hand, insufficient HDL impairs cholesterol transport away from the walls of the arteries for disposal in the liver. Therefore too much LDL and or not enough HDL can set the stage for atherosclerosis. This is the process in which deposits of fats, cholesterol, cellular waste products, calcium and other substances build up in the inner lining of an artery forming plaque. Plaques can grow large enough to significantly reduce the flow of blood through an artery. They can rupture and cause blood clots to form. These clots can block blood flow or break off and travel to another part of the body. If either happens and blocks a blood vessel that feeds the heart, it causes a heart attack. If this occurs in the brain, it causes a stroke. And if blood supply to the arms or legs is reduced, it can lead to poor circulation.
Research has shown that it is the oxidation of LDL that causes the most damage to the arteries. Oxidation or free radical development is the process that changes the composition of this essential nutrient, turning it into a destructive compound. This oxidized LDL injuries the innermost lining of the arterial wall called the endothelium and causes inflammation. So it is the absolute LDL level and LDL oxidation that are involved in atherosclerosis and increasing heart attack risk.
Apart from LDL-cholesterol, there are other risk factors for developing a heart attack or stroke. They include high levels of homocysteine, fibrinogen, triglycerides (another blood fat) and C-reactive protein. The presence of high levels of these other risk factors can result in a person suffering a heart attack or stroke, even though their cholesterol level is low.
Low Cholesterol
Studies have shown that low total cholesterol levels are associated with depression and anxiety, perhaps because low cholesterol may reduce levels of the brain chemical serotonin. Other research suggests that low LDL levels may be associated with an increased risk of certain types of cancer. Pregnant women who have low total cholesterol may be more likely to give birth prematurely and have babies low birth weight babies.
A low HDL level increases the risk of heart disease. For menopausal women, a low HDL level coupled with excess weight may increase the risk of breast cancer.
What about Cholesterol and Diet?
Typically the body makes all the cholesterol it needs. The liver manufacturers about 800-1500 mg of cholesterol per day and this contributes much more to total body cholesterol than does diet. The liver can also make cholesterol from carbohydrates, proteins or fat.
Only animal foods -egg yolks, meat (that includes mutton and oxtail!), poultry, shellfish, milk and cheese- contain cholesterol. Foods from plants do not contain cholesterol. (So ackee and pear do not contain cholesterol). The intake of saturated fats (found in animals and some plants) and trans fats in the diet is the main culprit in raising blood cholesterol. Trans fat is made when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oil–a process called hydrogenation; this increases the shelf life and flavor stability of foods containing these fats. They can be found in vegetable shortenings, some margarines, cookies, snack foods, and foods made with or fried in partially hydrogenated oils.
The Good News
Simple changes can reduce your bad cholesterol and increase the good.
• Maintain a level of physical activity that keeps you fit. Walk or do other activities for at least 30 minutes on most days. If you need to lose weight, do enough activity to burn more calories than you eat every day.
• Limit your intake of foods that are high in calories and low in nutrition; especially limit foods like soft drinks and candy. Add foods that are high in soluble fibre – whole grains, oats, legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Research suggests that the Mediterranean diet—low in saturated and trans fat, high in healthy unsaturated fats, and low in calories—reduces LDL cholesterol significantly better than other diets. This diet is rich in vegetables, lean fish, and chicken and low in red meat. A really low- or no-fat diet does a good job of lowering LDL , but may also reduce HDL. Eating foods and drinks with added phytosterols (plant stanols and sterols) is another way to drop your LDL. The American Heart Association recommends 2 to 3 grams a day of plant sterols .
In addition I recommend the following supplements
• B vitamins in particular B 6, B12, folic acid and Niacin. Niacin, is particularly effective at promoting a healthy balance between LDL and HDL cholesterol. Take a minimum of 100 to 200 mg a day. It can cause the skin to turn red and tingly. To counter this effect, I tell my patients to take a baby aspirin and/or 500 mg of Vitamin C with their Niacin.
• Fish oil 1,000 to 3,000 mg daily
• Anti-oxidants. These include garlic, Vitamins A, C, E , the mineral selenium.
• Red yeast rice extract 600 to 1,200 mg a day. Do not use this supplement if you are taking a statin (prescription medication for lowering cholesterol)
• Artichoke leaf extract. Take 1800 mg daily
• Policosanol Take 10 mg daily
• Coenzyme Q 10 This antioxidant is essential for the production of energy in little cellular engines called mitochondria. Statins deplete the body’s natural supply of this antioxidant. Take 100 to 200 mg daily
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/306446_the-cholesterol-story#ixzz1ot6CIZww
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Saturday, March 10, 2012
Dyslexia ....Notes
Understanding Dyslexia..
What Is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia (pronounced: dis-lek-see-ah) is a type of learning disability. A person with a learning disability has trouble processing words or numbers. There are several kinds of learning disabilities; dyslexia is the term used when people have difficulty learning to read, even though they are smart enough and are motivated to learn. The word dyslexia comes from two Greek words: dys, which means abnormal or impaired, and lexis, which refers to language or words.
Dyslexia is not a disease. It's a condition that you are born with, and it often runs in families. People with dyslexia are not stupid or lazy. Most have average or above-average intelligence, and they work very hard to overcome their learning problems.
What Causes Dyslexia?
Research has shown that dyslexia happens because of the way the brain processes information. Pictures of the brain, taken with modern imaging tools, have shown that when people with dyslexia read, they use different parts of the brain than people without dyslexia. These pictures also show that the brains of people with dyslexia don't work efficiently during reading. So that's why reading seems like such slow, hard work.
Most people think that dyslexia causes people to reverse letters and numbers and see words backwards. But reversals occur as a normal part of development, and are seen in many kids until first or second grade. The main problem in dyslexia is trouble recognizing phonemes (pronounced: fo-neems), which are the basic sounds of speech (the "b" sound in "bat" is a phoneme, for example). Therefore, it's a struggle to make the connection between the sound and the letter symbol for that sound, and to blend sounds into words.
This makes it hard to recognize short, familiar words or to sound out longer words. It takes a lot of time for a person with dyslexia to sound out a word. The meaning of the word is often lost, and reading comprehension is poor. It is not surprising that people with dyslexia have trouble spelling. They may also have trouble expressing themselves in writing and even speaking. Dyslexia is a language processing disorder, so it can affect all forms of language, either spoken or written.
Some people have milder forms of dyslexia, so they may have less trouble in these other areas of spoken and written language. Some people work around their dyslexia, but it takes a lot of effort and extra work. Dyslexia isn't something that goes away on its own or that a person outgrows. Fortunately, with proper help, most people with dyslexia learn to read. They often find different ways to learn and use those strategies all their lives.
What's It Like to Have Dyslexia?
If you have dyslexia, you might have trouble reading even simple words you've seen many times. You probably will read slowly and feel that you have to work extra-hard when reading. You might mix up the letters in a word, for example, reading the word "now" as "won" or "left" as "felt." Words may blend together and spaces are lost. Phrases might appear like this:
You might have trouble remembering what you've read. You may remember more easily when the same information is read to you or heard on tape. Word problems in math may be especially hard, even if you've mastered the basics of arithmetic. If you're doing a presentation in front of the class, you might have trouble finding the right words or names for various objects. Spelling and writing usually are very hard for people with dyslexia.
How Is Dyslexia Diagnosed?
People with dyslexia frequently find ways to work around their disability, so no one will know they're having trouble. This may save some embarrassment, but getting help could make school and reading easier. Most people are diagnosed as kids, but it's not unusual for teens or even adults to be diagnosed.
A teen's parents or teachers might suspect dyslexia if they notice these problems:
If someone has one of these problems it doesn't mean he or she has dyslexia, but someone who shows several of these signs should be tested for the condition.
A physical exam should be done to rule out any medical problems, including hearing and vision tests. Then a school psychologist or learning specialist should give several standardized tests to measure language, reading, spelling, and writing abilities. Sometimes a test of thinking ability (IQ test) is given. Some people with dyslexia have trouble in other school skills, like handwriting and math, or they may have trouble paying attention or remembering things. If this is the case, more testing will be done.
Dealing With Dyslexia
Although dealing with dyslexia can be tough, help is available. Under federal law, someone diagnosed with a learning disability like dyslexia is entitled to extra help from the public school system. A child or teen with dyslexia usually needs to work with a specially trained teacher, tutor, or reading specialist to learn how to read and spell better. The best type of help teaches awareness of speech sounds in words and letter-sound correspondences (called phonics). The teacher or tutor should use special learning and practice activities for dyslexia.
A student with dyslexia may get more time to complete assignments or tests, permission to tape class lectures, or copies of lecture notes. Using a computer with spelling checkers can be helpful for written assignments. For older students in challenging classes, services are available that provide any book on tape, even textbooks. Computer software is also available that "reads" printed material aloud. Ask your parent, teacher, or learning disability services coordinator how to get these services if you need them.
Treatment with eye exercises or glasses with tinted lenses will not help a person with dyslexia. It's not an eye problem, it's a language processing problem, so teaching language processing skills is the most important part of treatment.
Emotional support for people with dyslexia is very important. They often get frustrated because no matter how hard they try, they can't seem to keep up with other students. They often feel that they are stupid or worthless, and may cover up their difficulties by acting up in class or by becoming the class clown. They may try to get other students to do their work for them. They may pretend that they don't care about their grades or that they think school is dumb.
Family and friends can help people with dyslexia by understanding that they aren't stupid or lazy, and that they are trying as hard as they can. It's important to recognize and appreciate each person's strengths, whether they're in sports, drama, art, creative problem solving, or something else.
People with dyslexia shouldn't feel limited in their academic or career choices. Most colleges make special accommodations for students with dyslexia, offering them trained tutors, learning aids, computer software, reading assignments on tape, and special arrangements for exams. People with dyslexia can become doctors, politicians, corporate executives, actors, artists, teachers, or whatever else they choose.
Reviewed by: Laura L. Bailet, PhD
Date reviewed: May 2009
ref..
http://kidshealth.org/teen/school_jobs/school/dyslexia.html#
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21 tell tale signs
1..Difficulty with fastening coat, shoelace and tie.
2..Shoes often on wrong feet, seeming unaware that they are uncomfortable
3..Clumsy / Accident prone behavior.
4..Difficulty hopping or skipping.
5..Difficulty throwing, catching, or kicking a ball.
6..Difficulty understanding propositions connected to direction ( e.g : in/out, up/down, under/over, forward/backwards )
7..Difficulty in carrying out more than one instruction at a time.
8..Possible history of speech development.
9..Excessive spoonerism (e.g : ‘par car’ for ‘carpark’, ‘bag and acorn’ for ‘egg and bacon’ )
10.Difficulty in pronouncing multi-syllable words (e.g : ‘hopsital’ for ‘hospital’ )
11.Difficulty in finding the name for an object.
12.Confusion between left and right.
13.Undermined hand preference.
14.Poor handwriting with many reversals and badly formed letters.
15.Inability to copy accurately, particularly from blackboard.
16.Difficulty remembering what day it is, own birthday, address and phone number.
17.Difficulty learning to tell time.
18.Unsure about "yesterday" or "tomorrow".
19.Difficulty remembering anything in sequential order (e.g. : day of the week, month of the year and multiplication tables).
20.Poor reading progression on both look and say and phonic method.
21.Excessive tiredness due to the amount of concentration and effort required often for very little result.
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What Is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia (pronounced: dis-lek-see-ah) is a type of learning disability. A person with a learning disability has trouble processing words or numbers. There are several kinds of learning disabilities; dyslexia is the term used when people have difficulty learning to read, even though they are smart enough and are motivated to learn. The word dyslexia comes from two Greek words: dys, which means abnormal or impaired, and lexis, which refers to language or words.
Dyslexia is not a disease. It's a condition that you are born with, and it often runs in families. People with dyslexia are not stupid or lazy. Most have average or above-average intelligence, and they work very hard to overcome their learning problems.
What Causes Dyslexia?
Research has shown that dyslexia happens because of the way the brain processes information. Pictures of the brain, taken with modern imaging tools, have shown that when people with dyslexia read, they use different parts of the brain than people without dyslexia. These pictures also show that the brains of people with dyslexia don't work efficiently during reading. So that's why reading seems like such slow, hard work.
Most people think that dyslexia causes people to reverse letters and numbers and see words backwards. But reversals occur as a normal part of development, and are seen in many kids until first or second grade. The main problem in dyslexia is trouble recognizing phonemes (pronounced: fo-neems), which are the basic sounds of speech (the "b" sound in "bat" is a phoneme, for example). Therefore, it's a struggle to make the connection between the sound and the letter symbol for that sound, and to blend sounds into words.
This makes it hard to recognize short, familiar words or to sound out longer words. It takes a lot of time for a person with dyslexia to sound out a word. The meaning of the word is often lost, and reading comprehension is poor. It is not surprising that people with dyslexia have trouble spelling. They may also have trouble expressing themselves in writing and even speaking. Dyslexia is a language processing disorder, so it can affect all forms of language, either spoken or written.
Some people have milder forms of dyslexia, so they may have less trouble in these other areas of spoken and written language. Some people work around their dyslexia, but it takes a lot of effort and extra work. Dyslexia isn't something that goes away on its own or that a person outgrows. Fortunately, with proper help, most people with dyslexia learn to read. They often find different ways to learn and use those strategies all their lives.
What's It Like to Have Dyslexia?
If you have dyslexia, you might have trouble reading even simple words you've seen many times. You probably will read slowly and feel that you have to work extra-hard when reading. You might mix up the letters in a word, for example, reading the word "now" as "won" or "left" as "felt." Words may blend together and spaces are lost. Phrases might appear like this:
You might have trouble remembering what you've read. You may remember more easily when the same information is read to you or heard on tape. Word problems in math may be especially hard, even if you've mastered the basics of arithmetic. If you're doing a presentation in front of the class, you might have trouble finding the right words or names for various objects. Spelling and writing usually are very hard for people with dyslexia.
How Is Dyslexia Diagnosed?
People with dyslexia frequently find ways to work around their disability, so no one will know they're having trouble. This may save some embarrassment, but getting help could make school and reading easier. Most people are diagnosed as kids, but it's not unusual for teens or even adults to be diagnosed.
A teen's parents or teachers might suspect dyslexia if they notice these problems:
- poor reading skills, despite having normal intelligence
- poor spelling and writing skills
- difficulty finishing assignments and tests within time limits
- difficulty remembering the right names for things
- difficulty memorizing written lists and phone numbers
- difficulty with directions (telling right from left or up from down) or reading maps
If someone has one of these problems it doesn't mean he or she has dyslexia, but someone who shows several of these signs should be tested for the condition.
A physical exam should be done to rule out any medical problems, including hearing and vision tests. Then a school psychologist or learning specialist should give several standardized tests to measure language, reading, spelling, and writing abilities. Sometimes a test of thinking ability (IQ test) is given. Some people with dyslexia have trouble in other school skills, like handwriting and math, or they may have trouble paying attention or remembering things. If this is the case, more testing will be done.
Dealing With Dyslexia
Although dealing with dyslexia can be tough, help is available. Under federal law, someone diagnosed with a learning disability like dyslexia is entitled to extra help from the public school system. A child or teen with dyslexia usually needs to work with a specially trained teacher, tutor, or reading specialist to learn how to read and spell better. The best type of help teaches awareness of speech sounds in words and letter-sound correspondences (called phonics). The teacher or tutor should use special learning and practice activities for dyslexia.
A student with dyslexia may get more time to complete assignments or tests, permission to tape class lectures, or copies of lecture notes. Using a computer with spelling checkers can be helpful for written assignments. For older students in challenging classes, services are available that provide any book on tape, even textbooks. Computer software is also available that "reads" printed material aloud. Ask your parent, teacher, or learning disability services coordinator how to get these services if you need them.
Treatment with eye exercises or glasses with tinted lenses will not help a person with dyslexia. It's not an eye problem, it's a language processing problem, so teaching language processing skills is the most important part of treatment.
Emotional support for people with dyslexia is very important. They often get frustrated because no matter how hard they try, they can't seem to keep up with other students. They often feel that they are stupid or worthless, and may cover up their difficulties by acting up in class or by becoming the class clown. They may try to get other students to do their work for them. They may pretend that they don't care about their grades or that they think school is dumb.
Family and friends can help people with dyslexia by understanding that they aren't stupid or lazy, and that they are trying as hard as they can. It's important to recognize and appreciate each person's strengths, whether they're in sports, drama, art, creative problem solving, or something else.
People with dyslexia shouldn't feel limited in their academic or career choices. Most colleges make special accommodations for students with dyslexia, offering them trained tutors, learning aids, computer software, reading assignments on tape, and special arrangements for exams. People with dyslexia can become doctors, politicians, corporate executives, actors, artists, teachers, or whatever else they choose.
Reviewed by: Laura L. Bailet, PhD
Date reviewed: May 2009
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http://kidshealth.org/teen/school_jobs/school/dyslexia.html#
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21 tell tale signs
1..Difficulty with fastening coat, shoelace and tie.
2..Shoes often on wrong feet, seeming unaware that they are uncomfortable
3..Clumsy / Accident prone behavior.
4..Difficulty hopping or skipping.
5..Difficulty throwing, catching, or kicking a ball.
6..Difficulty understanding propositions connected to direction ( e.g : in/out, up/down, under/over, forward/backwards )
7..Difficulty in carrying out more than one instruction at a time.
8..Possible history of speech development.
9..Excessive spoonerism (e.g : ‘par car’ for ‘carpark’, ‘bag and acorn’ for ‘egg and bacon’ )
10.Difficulty in pronouncing multi-syllable words (e.g : ‘hopsital’ for ‘hospital’ )
11.Difficulty in finding the name for an object.
12.Confusion between left and right.
13.Undermined hand preference.
14.Poor handwriting with many reversals and badly formed letters.
15.Inability to copy accurately, particularly from blackboard.
16.Difficulty remembering what day it is, own birthday, address and phone number.
17.Difficulty learning to tell time.
18.Unsure about "yesterday" or "tomorrow".
19.Difficulty remembering anything in sequential order (e.g. : day of the week, month of the year and multiplication tables).
20.Poor reading progression on both look and say and phonic method.
21.Excessive tiredness due to the amount of concentration and effort required often for very little result.
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Gout..what is it.?
Gout is a kind of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in blood and causes joint inflammation.
- Acute gout is a painful condition that typically affects one joint.
- Chronic gout is repeated episodes of pain and inflammation, which may involve more than one joint.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Gout is caused by having higher-than-normal levels of uric acid in your body. This may occur if:
- Your body makes too much uric acid
- Your body has a hard time getting rid of uric acid
If too much uric acid builds up in the fluid around the joints (synovial fluid), uric acid crystals form. These crystals cause the joint to swell up and become inflamed.
The exact cause is unknown. Gout may run in families. It is more common in men, in women after menopause, and those who drink alcohol. People who take certain medicines, such as hydrochlorothiazide and other water pills, may have higher levels of uric acid in the blood.
The condition may also develop in people with:
- Kidney disease
- Sickle cell anemia and other anemias
- Leukemia and other blood cancers
The condition may occur after taking medicines that interfere with the removal of uric acid from the body.
Symptoms
Symptoms of acute gout:
- Symptoms usually involve only one or a few joints. The big toe, knee, or ankle joints are most often affected.
- The pain starts suddenly, often during the night and is often described as throbbing, crushing, or excruciating.
- The joint appears warm and red. It is usually very tender (it hurts to lay a sheet or blanket over it).
- There may be a fever.
- The attack may go away in a few days, but may return from time to time. Additional attacks often last longer.
After a first gouty attack, people will have no symptoms. Half of patients have another attack.
Some people may develop chronic gout. Those with chronic arthritis develop joint damage and loss of motion in the joints. They will have joint pain and other symptoms most of the time.
Tophi are lumps below the skin around joints or in other places. They may drain chalky material. Tophi usually develop only after a patient has had the disease for many years.
Signs and tests
Tests that may be done include:
- Synovial fluid analysis (shows uric acid crystals)
- Joint x-rays (may be normal)
Not everyone with high uric acid levels in the blood has gout.
Treatment
Medicines should be taken as soon as possible if you have a sudden gout attack.
- Take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or indomethacin as soon as your symptoms begin. Talk to your health care provider about the correct dose. You will need stronger doses for a few days.
- Your health care provider may prescribe strong painkillers such as codeine, hydrocodone, and oxycodone.
- A prescription medicine called colchicine helps reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation.
- Corticosteroids can also be very effective. Your doctor may inject the inflamed joint with steroids to relieve the pain.
- The pain often goes away within 12 hours of starting treatment, and is completely relieved in 48 hours.
Daily use of allopurinol or probenecid decrease uric acid levels in your blood. Your doctor may prescribe these medicines if:
- You have several attacks during the same year or your attacks are quite severe
- You have damage to joints
- You have tophi
- You have uric acid kidney stones
Some diet and lifestyle changes may help prevent gouty attacks:
- Avoid alcohol
- Reduce how many purine-rich foods you eat, especially anchovies, sardines, oils, herring, organ meat (liver, kidney, and sweetbreads), legumes (dried beans and peas), gravies, mushrooms, spinach, asparagus, cauliflower, consommé, and baking or brewer's yeast.
- Limit how much meat you eat at each meal.
- Avoid fatty foods such as salad dressings, ice cream, and fried foods.
- Eat enough carbohydrates.
- If you are losing weight, lose it slowly. Quick weight loss may cause uric acid kidney stones to form.
See also: Kidney stones
Expectations (prognosis)
Proper treatment of acute attacks allows people to live a normal life. However, the acute form of the disease may progress to chronic gout.
Complications
- Chronic gouty arthritis
- Kidney stones
- Deposits in the kidneys, leading to chronic kidney failurereference..http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/..............
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