Tuesday, 28 February 2012

Controversies behind Alzheimer's


I will continue from where I left talking about the bad websites on Alzheimer's, to controversial therapies for Alzheimer's. Of course this is a very hot topic for the 21st generation as we are so well advanced technology-wise that we should have already found reliable cause of this disorder. Its more perplexing when a definite cause is not discovered so as to find the accurate cure, only through trial and error researchers have be able to find things that work most to decelerate the symptoms. 
The good news is that EXERCISE and HEALTHY EATING is the best prevention for almost any kind of non-hereditary disorder, be it Diabetes type 2 to Anemia, because it makes the body stronger to fight against these. 


The video below by a Dr. Raab shows that exercise works.



Diet:
Studies have found that Diet has an effect and the reason is as we all know that alzheimer's effect the brains physiology and due to this memory and personality loss occurs. We also know that it's a neuro-degenrative disease effecting never cells which leads to oxygen intake by energy production for which sugars are necessary. Thus, Diet is important.

The controversy I found is the vaccine produced for reducing the plagues in brain near the neurones (beta-amyloid peptide). And so another physician discovered eating coconut oil helps, because of the ketone bodies that facilitate travel in to the brain's nerves.

Here is her video by CBN TV


Thus, it's very unsure method of prevention, however the good side is that it could lead to one of the brainstorming ideas for further research as to why that worked for this man and if it could work for others. Another major advantage is that it will be a natural and cheap medication. However some of the anecdotes say that it doesn't work well with people with Diabetes.

Exercise:
Strangely there has been another study regarding exercise says "Although the benefits of anaerobic exercise for physical health are well-documented, exercise effects on cognition have not been examined for older adults with poor glucose regulation association with pre diabetes and early Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus"

Therefore I lean to having natural medication and exercise as opposed to their side effects and uncertainty. But, I would rather get diagnosed by a doctor before experimenting on myself, personally  speaking.

Due to varying reasons and causes there has been many controversies to find a better medication.


Citation: *Hyperlinked*
Journal of Alzheimer's Disease




Coconut Oil Touted as Alzheimers Remedy

Coconut Oil Touted as Alzheimers Remedy

Thursday, 16 February 2012



ALZHEIMER'S CURED?
CREDITABILITY AT STAKE!


Internet- the fastest means of communication in the 21st generation while Health- a major concern among individuals. Solution? “Google” all your problems and find cheap and easy cure/treatment for any health related problems!

Almost every disease has an unreliable miracle, cheap or fast treatment/cure available online these days due to technology. This is why and how innocent people are targets in scams that are not legitimate; FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved or even have guaranteed sensible results. 


Writing my blog about Alzheimer’s which falls under the category of Dementia, I did the following research on finding an instant remedy for cure- “VIBE” a drink that “apparently” cures not only dementia but also prevents weight loss, cholesterol control and many others.



This is the link, which has leaded me to Eniva’s Vibe drink. After reading this I knew something was fishy, so I had to dig deep






Amazingly, I found various sites selling the same product. And to my surprise, I discovered that it’s a networking business which means, they are not sold over the counter or in a pharmacy but by “home based model –more than 25000 people are selling their products from their homes”. Says 5news 


Here are some of the sites, all promoting Eniva. Another catch! Because there are more websites for the same company there are more chances of grabbing wider, naïve individuals. A well established, credible website like W.H.O wouldn't need to replicate information.
The Flaws:
1. Anecdotal


 Usually recognized sites don't need to nor do they, put people's feedback about the product and use as a promotion to convince the innocent suffering patient or the patients loved one. Below is an example from a genuine product that's FDA approved and safe.


If you explore the site above, shall find that it has no quotes from individuals. This site also has a proactive disclosure.

2. Goal is to make money out of selling products by becoming members.






They ask to be members in bright bold letters, while also they clearly in tiny fonts, at the end of page say they are not evaluated by FDA. If they are not, then they shouldn’t be selling this to the public to make money out of it. But still they are doing so, regardless of not being approved by FDA, this tells us their motive is driven by money.
Enviva

 3. Unrealistic.
One drink cannot cure all sorts and kinds of diseases that they mention in their website, such as weight lost, skin glow, cardiac problem, lower cholesterol…etc.


FDA of U.S has also disapproved one of Eniva’s products. Click on the link please.



The last critique: Advertisement
I found their advertising video which is the biggest flaw and funny that completely shows it's not serious about its products. Here is their youtube advertisement.

  • The background music is by Coldplay - shows they are not original
  • Low quality -doesn't seem like it's a well-recognized company
  • Unprofessional young girl's voice - immature production

But there are some drugs that aid memory although, not effective enough. Researchers still haven't found a cure for Dementia related disorders. Therefore, don't look for shortcuts!



My message: Anything which is not approved to be sold by FDA to the pharmacies or prescribed by a Physician, should not be taken or taken at your own risk. This is a simple rule of thumb. 
Don't take stances with online products, esp. medical/health related. It will cost you your life! Alzheimer's doesn't have too many bad websites like obesity and other diet related problems but as you can see there is a possible loop hole.


When such disease's cure will be found, the world would be rejoicing, and for your readers I shall put it up on this blog :) It would be on world news, just like when one research institute found the vaccine for malaria, which is still under test; my point is, it was publicly announced!


Hope I shaded some light.




Reference:  *Hyperlinked*
Natural treatment by R. Webster Kehr [http://natural-treatment.info/]