living long

Even as I am interested in longevity our patients are also interested whether they know it or not and as health care providers the onus is on us to inject this aspect of care so as to enhance the quality of life of people every where, if not only in our practice.

Even as when a task is proving difficult its likely that something is being done wrong so too often disease is in the majority is linked to life styles that merit restructuring ..the grief , pain and expenses can be enormously lessened ; though it will cost something its cheeper than the alternative even as a can of tomato juice is less than a pack of cigarettes. The arena of preventive health care has much much more to offer man and society than the heroics of surgery and the challenges of intensive care or cancer treatments. Citing each and every disease as from the very pit of hell its with Christian fervor that violent roll back of these maladies is the focus of this page in the spiritual as well as natural .

....Serious pearls of current understanding are presented here- --not fads or whims as many embark on, but measures that stand up to light and study.

Firstly lets present Gods desires as from His word its clear that as surely as good health and prosperity is His wish, even as our soul prospers --so is long life and

length of days ( and not just three scores and ten)!!

Genesis 6 :3 ¶ And the LORD said, My spirit shall not always strive with man, for that he also is flesh: yet his days shall be an hundred and twenty years.

Psalms 91: 15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. 16 With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.

Proverbs 3-1 ¶ My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: 2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: 4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. 5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
7 ¶ Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. 9 Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: 10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. 11 My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction: 12 For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.----------focus on Gods word is likely to translate in temple care ie. mind body and soul.

Medicine and Science -suggest major cause of death in decreasing order include

1. Tobacco

2. diet / activity pattern

3. alcohol .

4. microbial agents

5.toxic agents

6. firearms

7. sexual behavior

8. motor vehicles

9. illicit use of drugs

---- likely not a surprising list but already suggesting morally conscious persons could alter significantly these statistics

Actual DISEASE cause of death in decreasing order has been cited as

1. diseases of the heart (31.4%)

2. malignant neoplasm, including neoplasms of lymphatic and hematopoietic tissues (23%)

3. cerebrovascular diseases. (6.9%)

4. COPD and allied conditions (4.9%)

5. accidents ( with motor vehicle related ~50% ) (8%)

6. Pneumonia and influenza (3.7%)

8. Suicide

9. nephritis, nephrotic syndrome

10. Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis

11. alzheimers disease

12. Septicemia .

13. Homicide and legal intervention

14 HIV infection . (0.7%)

15. Atherosclerosis (0.7%)

16. all other causes(~15%)

 

 

Confronting the major factors -its been recently determined that HEALTH can be viewed as determined by 5 factors; genetic , behavioral choice , medical care , physical environment and social circumstances . Obviously some of these factors are more amenable to change than others.

tobacco; aside from promoting lung cancer cigarette smoking is a culprit in cancers of bladder, cervix , esophagus, kidneys , larynx, mouth and pancreas. Death resulting from coronary heart disease (CHD), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) , and cerbrovascular disease are attributable to smoking We need to continue to confront and encourage cessation in our patients with utilization of nicotine replacements , and support therapy with agents like bupropion.. That significant harm is gendered by passive smoking need to be relayed to smokers.

Improper diet and Inactivity; Obesity and lack of exercise is quite a scrounge for this generation . excess weight is a factor in CHD, type 2 diabetes mellitus , cancers of breast , colon , endometrium and prostate. Other factors as dyslipidemia and hypertension are risk factors for stroke as is diabetes. advise to people especially in limiting fat and calorie intake is important .Fruits and vegetables need be ~ 5 servings per day and wheat and grain type foods 6 servings per day .The benefit of canola or olive oil verses other oils will lead to other advise in this area. More fresh water fish and chicken with sparing red meat in diet is again areas of solid advise. Supplement of folic acid , Calcium , Vit E are good areas to track .

Exercise even 15 minutes daily will help control weight and is associated with 45% reduction in the risk of dying from coronary heart disease.

Drugs & Alcohol -some lethal consequences associated with illicit drugs include accidental injuries, overdose ,suicide ,drug related violence. Cocaine can trigger cardiac arrhythmias and myocardial infarction as well as cerebrovascular accidents.Intravenous drug uses are susceptible to bacterial endocardditis , chronic glomerulonephritis , hepatitis, hiv infection and increased infant mortality .....Similarly alcohol plays its death role in increased intentional and accidental injuries, assorted cancers, cirrhosis, and hemorrhagic strokes. Generally temperate drinking has cardiovascular benefits ; temperate meaning < 15 points alcohol per week where

1 measure of hard alcohol is 1=point , 1 beer=2 points . bottle wine =6 points

Red wine is a good choice as low in calories and felt to contain antioxidants that help prevent CHD.

Infectious disease -HIV , hepatitis mainly contracted via illicit sex or needle sharing activities. Hepatitis immunization is available and strongly encouraged for above groups as well as medical personnel, Its heartening to see this being implemented in childhood immunizations. Influenza , and pneumonia also have immunization options and certainly in aged population , diabetic, or immune compromised that have relative high potential for succumbing to these infections , then immunization is strongly encouraged.

Trauma & suicide -Motor vehicles are a source of calamity for pedestrians and passengers alike . Obeying traffic rules especially in regards to speeding and dangerously driving need to be more stringently enforced-not only in 30mph zones where only peoples pride is hurt and total hatred for law enforcement is often fostered if not nurtured. ---and not after the fact of tragic and serious accidents , but more on the playing field ( road )- as the foul occurs .

Lap and shoulder strap use is estimated to lower the risks of fatality by 45-65%. Young toddlers are best strapped in back seat . Bike and bicyclist need protective helmets and encouraged to avoid vehicular traffic as much as feasible.

Around the home smoke detectors , carbon monoxide detectors , fences around swimming pool , child proof locks for cabinets with toxic substances . Fall avoidance measures for the elderly can include , night lights , bathroom support rails , less loose rugs, cords or carpets . Pharmoctheraphy need evaluation constantly for potentials to affect balance and maneuverability .

Adults should learn cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and action to deal with choking victims.

Fire arms as a source of death and tragedy occurs far too often -a gun in the home has more potentials of self injury than for protection- in any event store gun unloaded with bullets in separate lock up with only adult access. Many suicides are via home armory.

Cancer Prevention Strategies-:Early detection to limit morbidity and mortality is still important , but now you can offer more than screening . Evidence is accumulating that behavioral choices and the use of chemopreventive agents can lower cancer risks. Avoidance of carcinogens in air , water and food are good ideas though not always practical .

Many cancers go through early stages that may take years to develop into full blown cancers --dysplasia or adenomatous polyps in colon cancer , microscopic tumours in prostate cancer , and possibly ductal cancer in breast .Other premalignant lesions includes cervical dysplasia, leukoplakia, and atrophic gastritis. -- detection at this stage with more definitive treatment management is another God send option .

Diet has been estimated to account for up to 80% of cancers of the breast , prostate and bowels . Vegetables, Vegetables Vegetables is a good song to keep humming . Changing the diet by increasing the servings of fruit and vegetables, decreasing fat , adding fibre , including foods such as soy , fish, olive oil and green tea.

---a list of recommendations that may help your patients prevent cancers and live healthier includes

Safe dietary supplements includes

other supplement being evaluated include folate , selenium , saw palmetto

Cancer screening in Breast and cervix has proved effective in reducing mortality.

Thus in promoting wellness above are solid directive areas. Many other options are being evaluated that solid scientific has not yet merited.

May a long prosperous and purposeful life grace you and yours.!

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