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Link: http://eutils.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&id=21104602&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks

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Members of the CURCUMA plant species (Zingiberaceae) have been used for
centuries in cooking, cosmetics, staining and in traditional medicine as
“omnipotent” remedies. Herbal preparations made with, and molecules
extracted from, CURCUMA have been shown to possess a wide variety of
pharmacological properties against malignant proliferation, hormonal
disorders, inflammation, and parasitosis among other conditions. This review
evaluates CURCUMA and its associated bioactive compounds, particularly
focusing on studies examining the parasiticidal activity of these components
against the tropical parasites PLASMODIUM, LEISHMANIA, TRYPANOSOMA,
SCHISTOSOMA and more generally against other cosmopolitan parasites
(nematodes, BABESIA, CANDIDA, GIARDIA, COCCIDIA and SARCOPTES). (c) Georg
Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart . 
New York. 

Since I like topical Progesterone, I thought this rather balanced review might be interesting to all. 

Garry F. Gordon MD,DO,MD(H) 
President, Gordon Research Institute 
www.gordonresearch.com 

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Can Progesterone Cream Work? 

By ROBERT J. DAVIS 
Special to THE WALL STREET JOURNAL 
August 30, 2005; Page D5 

Concerns about the safety of hormone-replacement therapy have prompted many women to seek alternatives. One option, “natural” progesterone cream sold over the counter, is gaining in popularity among women looking for relief from symptoms of menopause or PMS. While some doctors recommend the creams, many others question their effectiveness and worry that unsupervised use could pose long-term risks. 
Most of the creams contain progesterone derived from soybeans or Mexican yams. In contrast, the most commonly prescribed hormone-replacement medications, which are taken orally, contain synthetic progesterone, known as progestin. Because progesterone in creams comes from plants and is structurally identical to the human hormone, it is often called “natural.” But like progestin, it is synthesized in a lab. 
The creams, which are sold in health-food stores and over the Internet, are classified by the Food and Drug Administration as cosmetics, not drugs. Therefore, manufacturers aren’t permitted to claim their products can treat or prevent conditions. But some do anyway. Most, however, make vague promises to promote “healthy hormone balance” or “balance and harmony within the female body.” 

The leading proponent of natural progesterone, the late physician John Lee, argued that in premenopausal women, too much estrogen relative to progesterone can lead to weight gain, bloating, irritability, fatigue, uterine fibroids, endometriosis and lumpy and tender breasts. Correcting the imbalance with progesterone cream, he said, can alleviate such problems. Likewise, he claimed creams reduce symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flashes, mood swings, memory loss and decreased bone density. 

Full article: a new report 

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Some carcinogens you already know and fear: cigarettes, asbestos, smoked meat.

But what about the ones you’ve never even heard of? That’s the crux of a new report from theAmerican Cancer Society (ACS), which rounds up 20 “suspected carcinogens” the organization would like to see studied more extensively.

Of course, that research, if it happens, will come after the chemicals, ingredients — and even lifestyle choices — are already embedded into the bedrock of our 24/7 economy.

“The objectives of this report are to identify research gaps and needs for 20 agents prioritized for review based on evidence of widespread human exposures and potential carcinogenicity in animals or humans,” Elizabeth Ward, the co-author of the report, said. 

So just what are these potential cancer causers lurking in our everyday environs? Surge Desk runs down five (not so awesome) favorites.

1. Styrene

Styrene, and its chemical compound colleague styrene-7,-8-oxide, threaten to be a stoner’s worst nightmare. Although only weakly linked to cancer in humans, there’s enough evidence in animal studies to earn the compounds a spot in the top 20.

Where will you find it? Cigarettes, marijuana and leeching into your midnight munchies via foam food packaging. 

How can you avoid it? If you eat, this is one urine test you’re doomed to fail. Styrene was detected in the urine of 87 percent of study participants during a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention trial last year.  

Dear Lyme friend,

On September 21, 2009, President Obama outlined his innovation strategy in
a speech in Troy, N.Y., after touring the technology classrooms of Hudson
Valley Community College.

“From biotechnology to nanotechnology, from the development of new forms
of energy to research into treatments of ancient diseases, there is so
much potential to change our world and improve our lives,” Obama said.

I feel that it is very irresponsible for the President to promote
nanotechnology when there are serious concerns about its safety and there
is virtually no regulation of the industry.

Last December, a report by the National Research Council found serious
gaps in the government’s plan for determining if nanomaterials pose a risk
and called for an effective national plan for identifying and managing
potential risks.

In a March 2009 commentary, a Lloyd’s of London analyst drew parallels
between the global financial meltdown and risks from nanomaterials. The
financial collapse reflected “blithe acceptance of complex products that
many didn’t understand.” With regard to nanomaterials, he commented that
“the importance of getting to grips with and quantifying complex sources
of risk has never been more obvious.”

I understand the EPA is considering taking a more precautionary approach
to nanomaterials. In the mean time, all consumers can do is try to avoid
them, especially the many nanotech foods and cosmetics. The problem is
that they are not labeled.

That is why I am happy to hear that the United States Department of
Agriculture’s National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) is considering an
official ban on nanotechnology in organic.

I am writing to the NOSB in support of the ban on nanotechnology. If they
pass it, I hope that you will ensure that the USDA’s National Organic
Program acts quickly to enforce it.

Sincerely,

Linda Heming

Linda’s comments:  What we use on our bodies is extremely important.  As we all know it is very important to reducing our exposure to pathogens, toxic toxins and other chemicals used in our bathrooms.  We are being slammed with way to many chemical today, which doesn’t help those of us with Chronic illness.  Plus, Lyme patients don’t need to be feeding the critters, which LOVE these toxic chemicals.

Full article: http://www.organicconsumers.org/articles/article_20531.cfm

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Is it time to put your skin on an organic diet? Soap, shampoo, lotions, toothpaste, cosmetics and other personal care items are full of chemicals, some of which are toxic. Absorbed through the pores, these chemicals enter the bloodstream.

Genuinely organic products, though, are hard to find. While the federal government enforces strict standards for organic food, it has no guidelines for “organic” personal care items.

That means the word “organic” on a label is often “meaningless marketing shtick,” said David Bronner, president of Escondido-based Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps.

Linda’s comment:  Yikes….the Brits are as careless as the Americans!!??  I’m hoping that everyone will read this article closely, and I mean close….facial moisturizers, perfumes, deodorants and various other make-up products are made up of hundreds of chemicals that we are putting on our bodies daily…this must stop and each and everyone of us needs to make a pack with yourself to try and get at least one person a day to stop dosing their bodies with these toxic chemicals….Ladies need to think about their lungs, breast and ovaries, while men need to think about their lungs and prostate.  This isn’t to say that these chemicals will not attack other places in our bodies, but those seem to stand out in the news today when talking about Cancers.
 
“Moisturizer can contain over 30 different chemicals and perfume up to 400,it added.”  This is a scary statement but TRUE….then you walk out your door in the morning and proceed to get slammed with hundreds more environmental chemicals and toxins….how much can our bodies take…well sorry to say not much folks,  However, we CAN neutralize these assults as I have done by using the lifelong daily detox program called FIGHT.  You can use anything you choose, but I found after trying many many different protocols and programs the FIGHT program was the best for me.  I know the products are balanced and not full of garbage….you can find the FIGHT webinar on www.gordonresearch.com …It will open up your eyes and might scare some of you….although I don’t like scare tactics, I’m hoping that your toxic bodies are paying attention.  Give it 90 days and you will be as grateful as I am for finally finding something that worked for me…
 
Learn to READ labels and BEWARE and very CAUTIOUS when purchasing these toxic products…
 
Regards,
Linda
 
Thur Nov 19, 2009 10:46am EST
LONDON (Reuters Life!) – The average British woman “hosts” 515 chemicals on
her body every day, according to a new study.

The poll of 2,016 women by deodorant-maker Bionsen said most of the
pollutants are self-inflicted by women who sprayed on deodorant, slapped on
body moisturizer and applied lipstick each morning. Continued