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Green Tea and Cancer September 5, 2018Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in best vancouver naturopath, Cancer, cancer prevention, cancer therapy, Cancer Treatment, Chemotherapy, Healing, integrative cancer care, naturopath, naturopathic, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine, naturpathic medicine.
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Written By: Adam McLeod, former ND, BSc (Hons)
Green tea is a common beverage that can be found at any cafe yet it also has important therapeutic properties.
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is an extract from green tea that has shown great promise as an integrative cancer therapy. The mechanism of action is complicated because it interacts with multiple molecular pathways to inhibit the growth of cancerous cells. When cancer cells are exposed to EGCG, it triggers cell death by a variety of mechanisms1,2,3,4. Not only does it inhibit the growth of cancerous cells, but it also slows down the rate of metastasis.
Although there is a wide range of EGCG content in green tea, a strong tea has about 70mg per tea bag. The therapeutic doses for EGCG (particularly in the context of cancer) is a minimum of 1500mg per day. Which means you would have to have approximately 20 green teas per day to reach this dose. Obviously this is not practical as a long term treatment plan so the best way to get the appropriate doses is through pill form. If you enjoy having green tea then you can certainly continue to do so but you will not be significantly contributing to the therapeutic effect of the EGCG.
One important characteristic of EGCG is that it acts as an anti-angiogenic substance. Angiogenesis is the growth of new blood vessels into a developing tumour. This process is necessary when cancer cells are spreading because the smaller growths need a blood supply to sustain their rapid growth. Cancer cells will often secrete chemicals that trick the human body into growing blood vessels into the tumour. EGCG helps to inhibit this process by inhibiting the viability of capillary tube formation and migration. This effect seems to be greatly enhanced by a new class of drugs called ERK inhibitors2.
Tumour samples of mice treated with EGCG clearly show that the cancerous cells have reduced ERK activity while having enhanced p38 and JNK activity. In other words, the pathways that promote growth are down-regulated and the pathways that inhibit growth are up-regulated. The net effect is that the cancer does not grow or spread as quickly. Every molecular marker that was tested indicated that the cancer was less aggressive and more prone to cell death. If you perform a quick Google scholar search, you will see hundreds of well-controlled studies that consistently demonstrate this anti-cancer effect.
When EGCG is combined with curcumin at high doses, it helps to stabilize leukemias and lymphomas. There are many well-documented cases of patients with multiple myeloma who have had long-term disease stabilization by simply taking high doses of EGCG and curcumin. These natural compounds work synergistically to reduce inflammation and promote cell death in cancerous cells. The effectiveness of EGCG in multiple myeloma is undeniable, and this has resulted in a resurgence of research into its use as an adjunctive cancer therapy6.
There are a handful of chemotherapy drugs where the use of EGCG is contraindicated such as bortezomib (Velcade). There is contradictory information about the significance of this interaction, but it is still best to avoid combining EGCG with velcade15. Some doctors focus on this one interaction while ignoring the overwhelming evidence that EGCG often acts synergistically with other forms of chemotherapy. It is difficult to argue against the use of EGCG if you take the time to actually look at the evidence. When EGCG is combined with cisplatin, it not only significantly increases the effectiveness of the drug, it also dramatically reduces the side effect profile7,8,9.
Recently in the media, concerns have been raised about the connection between EGCG and liver toxicity. These liver toxicity reactions that are potentially related to EGCG are exceptionally rare considering how regularly EGCG is consumed in the general population. There have been several documented case studies of liver toxicity that have been connected to use of EGCG. It appears that there may be a genetic predisposition to these rare reactions12. At this point in the time mechanism of action for these reactions is unclear, however, it is in many cases likely due to a immune-allergic mechanism. In other words, it could be that some of these patients were just simply allergic to EGCG.
There is contradictory information regarding the impact of EGCG on liver as several animal studies indicate that it actually has a strong protective effect on the liver and kidneys10. I can tell you from experience that I have literally prescribed EGCG thousands of times and I have never seen even a hint of such reaction. EGCG is a exceptionally safe supplement when used appropriately and patients should not be fearful of using it due to a handful of exceptionally rare cases of liver toxicity.
EGCG is an example of a supplement where the quality makes a significant difference. In order to obtain the desired anti-cancer effect, you must take high doses of quality EGCG. Drinking green tea may be helpful in the context of cancer prevention, but when it comes to cancer treatment, you need much higher doses. Some physicians recommend that patients get EGCG administered by intravenous therapy to get the doses as high as possible. The doses required to enhance chemotherapy and promote cell death in cancerous cells are quite high, but they are obtainable by consuming EGCG orally. It is also important to point out that this treatment is cost effective and generally well tolerated by patients.
Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
1) Ahmad, Nihal, Sanjay Gupta, and Hasan Mukhtar. "Green tea polyphenol epigallocatechin-3-gallate differentially modulates nuclear factor κB in cancer cells versus normal cells." Archives of biochemistry and biophysics 376.2 (2000): 338-346.
2) Shankar, Sharmila, et al. "EGCG inhibits growth, invasion, angiogenesis and metastasis of pancreatic cancer." Frontiers in bioscience: a journal and virtual library 13 (2007): 440-452.
3) Hwang, Jin-Taek, et al. "Apoptotic effect of EGCG in HT-29 colon cancer cells via AMPK signal pathway." Cancer letters 247.1 (2007): 115-121.
4) Shimizu, Masahito, et al. "EGCG inhibits activation of HER3 and expression of cyclooxygenase-2 in human colon cancer cells." Journal of experimental therapeutics & oncology 5.1 (2004): 69-78.
5) Shah, Jatin J., Deborah J. Kuhn, and Robert Z. Orlowski. "Bortezomib and EGCG: no green tea for you?." Blood 113.23 (2009): 5695-5696.
6) Shammas, Masood A., et al. "Specific killing of multiple myeloma cells by (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate extracted from green tea: biologic activity and therapeutic implications." Blood 108.8 (2006): 2804-2810.
7) El-Mowafy, A. M., et al. "Novel chemotherapeutic and renal protective effects for the green tea (EGCG): role of oxidative stress and inflammatory-cytokine signaling." Phytomedicine 17.14 (2010): 1067-1075.
8) Davenport, Andrew, et al. "Celastrol and an EGCG pro-drug exhibit potent chemosensitizing activity in human leukemia cells." International journal of molecular medicine 25.3 (2010): 465-470.
9) Sarkar, Fazlul H., and Yiwei Li. "Using chemopreventive agents to enhance the efficacy of cancer therapy." Cancer Research 66.7 (2006): 3347-3350.
10) Niu, Yucun, et al. "The phytochemical, EGCG, extends lifespan by reducing liver and kidney function damage and improving age‐associated inflammation and oxidative stress in healthy rats." Aging Cell 12.6 (2013): 1041-1049.
11) Chen, Ju-Hua, et al. "Green tea polyphenols prevent toxin-induced hepatotoxicity in mice by down-regulating inducible nitric oxide–derived prooxidants." The American journal of clinical nutrition 80.3 (2004): 742-751.
12) Church, Rachel J., et al. "Sensitivity to hepatotoxicity due to epigallocatechin gallate is affected by genetic background in diversity outbred mice." Food and Chemical Toxicology 76 (2015): 19-26.
Naturopathic Medicine Should be a First Resort, Not a Last Resort July 14, 2016Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in best vancouver naturopath, Cancer, cancer therapy, Cancer Treatment, Healing, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine.
Tags: cancer care, cancer treatment, naturopathic medicine
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Written By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc (Hons)
With any treatment plan the goal is to always use the least invasive therapy first before considering more aggressive invasive therapy. This makes it more likely that the health concern can be effectively treated without harming the patient. If someone has a mild infection that can be easily treated with a well tolerated low dose oral antibiotic then it makes sense to use this prior to trying high dose intravenous antibiotics that are more likely to cause complications. This rationale is common sense.
When faced with a diagnosis of cancer, patients are often overwhelmed with information and this can scare them into immediately resorting to the most aggressive treatment plan possible and in the process natural therapies are dismissed out of fear. In many cases, only after all conventional options have been exhausted do they seek integrative care. This is not the ideal time to integrate natural therapies into the plan as the bodies immune system is often severely weakened at this point in time. Naturopathic medicine should be integrated into the plan from the first day of diagnosis.
I am not in any way suggesting that patients should be avoiding conventional care. The evidence is clear, patients do better when they have an integrative health care team. This means that conventional and natural therapies are used together in a synergistic manner. After consulting with their oncologist, some patients are left with the impression that there is no evidence to support any therapy beyond what is being recommended. This could not be further from the truth. These therapies have hundreds of peer reviewed studies and depending on where you are in the world they can be the standard of care. In many major cancer centres in the USA, naturopathic doctors are now working in hospitals along side medical oncologists and patients are doing better as a result.
Naturopathic medicine can be very effective at supporting the immune system and reducing side effects during conventional cancer therapies. You can do all the chemotherapy in the world but if you do not have a functioning immune system to clean up the metabolic mess then it will not be a successful plan. This is where naturopathic medicine excels and it should be used from day one. It is not unusual for me to have patients at my office using the strongest and most toxic chemotherapy that medicine has to offer, and they breeze through it with minimal side effects.
It is critical to recognize that you must have professional guidance when developing an integrative treatment plan. Do not take advice from friends or the internet and start taking a supplement because you heard it was good for cancer. Not all cancers are the same and there are legitimate interactions that you must be aware of. Only a naturopathic doctor who works with integrative cancer care will be able to help you develop a targeted and effective treatment plan that is indicated for your unique health circumstances. Working with a naturopathic doctor also makes it possible to have true integrative care where multiple health care practitioners are working collaboratively on your case.
You do not have to take these supplements in secret. If you desire an integrative treatment plan then your naturopathic doctor should be making an effort to reach out to your oncologist to inform them about what you are taking. When oncologists are provided with information about what you are taking and why, they are often happy to work collaboratively. Both naturopathic medicine and conventional medicine have a lot that they can offer patients. The ideal treatment plan does not have to be one extreme where the other healthcare practitioners are completely disregarded. The most effective plan is a collaborative integrative plan that is developed based on the best available scientific evidence. Integrating naturopathic medicine with conventional medicine should be every patients first resort, not their last.
Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
Breakthrough in Early Cancer Detection July 11, 2016Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in best vancouver naturopath, Cancer, cancer prevention, cancer therapy, Cancer Treatment, Healing, immune system, immunity, integrative cancer care.
Tags: Cancer, cancer screening, integrative cancer care, oncoblot, prevention
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There is no question that the future of oncology will be focused around early detection of cancer cells. If we can detect these cells at an extremely early stage then it will be possible to cure the cancer before it manifests as a clinical disease. At this point in time there is no single test that is guaranteed to detect cancer at these early stages but there are several tests that are showing great promise.
One such test is known as the Oncoblot test which has been demonstrated as a reliable detector of early stage cancer in several studies1,2. This test analyzes the blood for the presence of ENOX2 which is a protein often released into the blood stream via cancerous cells. These proteins are detectable before any scan would be able to identify an abnormal mass. A mass of several millions of cancer cells would be far too small for any scan to detect but these cells would be releasing significant levels of this protein which this test could potentially identify.
Not only does this test identify the presence of cancer in these early stages, it can often identify the tissue of origin based off of variations in the protein. In other words, the test also identifies the most likely area where these abnormal cells are growing. It is clear that in the near future oncology will rely heavily on these types of tests to proactively treat cancer.
It is important to point out that no test is 100% and tests such as the Oncoblot are not intended to be used in patients as a replacement for conventional screening. It should be used together with conventional screening. This test is often used several months post surgery to assess for the presence of residual cancer cells. For example, following the removal of a cancer and when given the all clear diagnosis, patients are often left with the constant fear of recurrence. Conventional screening will only be able to detect a mass when it has grown to a clinically significant size. This test can help to detect the presence of cancerous cells far earlier and can help to justify a more aggressive treatment plan. Another test which can be helpful in these circumstances is the circulating tumour cells test, which directly detects cancerous cells in the blood stream following a surgery3.
In patients with a family history of cancer, these tests provide an additional way to test for the early development of cancer. This can potentially identify the cancer far sooner than any CT scan or MRI. The controversy about this test is not about the reliability, it is about what to do with this information. The vast majority of clinical trials look at how chemotherapy and radiation impact masses that are detectable on scans. These protocols are generally not designed to work with cancer that is only detectable in the blood via these markers. As a consequence it is difficult to assess the effectiveness of a conventional therapy if we cannot "see" what we are fighting. This is the reason why these tests are not covered by MSP.
There is a growing interest in the mainstream oncology community to use these tests and proactively treat cancer before it has the opportunity to progress. Once the cancer is identified we can also support the immune system using natural tools so that your body is more likely to identify and engage these cells. A truly integrative plan can help to get all the necessary information and develop the most effective treatment plan possible.
These tests are regularly run at Yaletown Naturopathic Clinic in Vancouver, BC and they can provide patients with the critical information necessary to make informed decisions about their integrative cancer plan.
Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
- Morré, D. James, et al. "ENOX2-based early detection (ONCOblot) of asbestos-induced malignant mesothelioma 4–10 years in advance of clinical symptoms." Clinical Proteomics 13.1 (2016): 1.
- Morré, D. James, and David J. Taggart. "ONCOblot consistently detects State 0 and Stage 1 cancers and correctly identifies the tissue of origin." ONCOblot Reports 1.4 (2015): 1-2.
- Zhang, Liling, et al. "Meta-analysis of the prognostic value of circulating tumor cells in breast cancer." Clinical Cancer Research18.20 (2012): 5701-5710.
Weight Loss and Cancer April 28, 2016Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in Cancer, cancer therapy, Cancer Treatment, Healing, immunity, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine, Naturopathy, nutrition.
Tags: cachexia, Cancer, chemotherapy, inflammation, weight loss
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Everyone has seen a cancer patient who has lost a significant amount of weight as the disease progressed. It is a scary experience to see someone that you love waste away as the cancer deprives their body of the nutrients that they so desperately need. In the chaos of going from one appointment to the next, patients often do not realize how malnourished they have become.
The significant wasting that late stage cancer patients experience is known as cachexia. To understand why this happens it is helpful to look at the molecular pathways relevant to cachexia. The exact mechanism is not well defined but inflammatory cytokines are thought to play a major role. Cancer is a condition that creates significant systemic inflammation and this dramatically increases the concentration of inflammatory cytokines through out the body. The most prominent inflammatory cytokines during cachexia are often TNF-a and IL6 5.
The good news is that there are a number of natural tools which can help to significantly reduce these inflammatory cytokines. Of course there are cases where the disease has progressed to the point where it is not possible to reverse the effects of cachexia. However, in my clinical practice I have seen many patients reverse the effects of cachexia rather quickly when the correct natural supports are used. When we take the time to look at how these natural supports work it is immediately obvious why they can be so effective.
Omega-3's are potent natural anti-inflammatories and specifically they reduce TNF-a and IL6 levels in the body1,2,3. In order to have the desired therapeutic effect from supplementation with omega-3's it is critical that the proper dose is used. Many supplements (especially pill forms) containing omega-3's do not have the appropriate dose of eicosapentaenoic acid(EPA) and this will not have any impact on an extreme case such as cachexia. When the appropriate dosing is used sometimes patients can see significant improvements in cachexia from supplementing with omega-3's 4.
Cancer loves L-glutamine and it uses it in high amounts to support its metabolic needs. Some patients upon hearing this falsely assume that removing glutamine from the diet would then starve cancer cells. This is the wrong approach to take. Cancer cells will get glutamine whether you have it in your diet or not. If it is not in your diet then the cancer cells will cause the muscles to break down so that the glutamine can be extracted from the muscles. This will rapidly worsen the cachexia. The simplistic view that if cancer uses a substance then it should be avoided is not always correct in these complex clinical cases. When patients are supported with adequate amounts of glutamine this can help to slow down muscle breakdown and give healthy cells the glutamine that they also need to function6. The glutamine is also necessary for your immune system to function properly and this need far outweighs any concerns of "feeding" cancer cells glutamine in cases of cachexia.
In my experience the combination of L-glutamine and omega-3's can help to heal the gut and this allows cancer patients to absorb nutrients more effectively from their food. A major challenge for advanced cancer patients is that even if they eat enough food, they struggle to adequately absorb nutrients from their food. By supporting gut health with adequate amounts of these simple remedies, this can help to enhance the absorption of nutrients at a time when patients are extremely malnourished.
There are many other natural therapies which can also be applied in cachexia to help improve the patients quality of life. For example, cannabinoids can be used to help stimulate appetite while reducing the sensation of nausea that many of these patients have. In other cases, the use of a Myers IV is indicated to bypass any concerns with absorption and get nutrients directly into the blood. Patients generally feel better when the inflammation is reduced following the application of these various naturopathic supports. It is critical that patients have professional guidance from a qualified naturopathic physician when utilizing these supports. Cachexia is a unique metabolic circumstance that requires the appropriate doses if you expect to see any benefit.
Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
1) Kang, Jing X., and Karsten H. Weylandt. "Modulation of inflammatory cytokines by omega-3 fatty acids." Lipids in Health and Disease. Springer Netherlands, 2008. 133-143.
2) De Caterina, Raffaele, et al. "The omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoate reduces cytokine-induced expression of proatherogenic and proinflammatory proteins in human endothelial cells." Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology 14.11 (1994): 1829-1836.
3) Nelson, Tracy L., and Matthew S. Hickey. "Acute changes in dietary omega-3 fatty acid intake lowers soluble interleukin-6 receptor in healthy adult normal weight and overweight males." Cytokine 26.5 (2004): 195-201.
4) Radbruch, L., F. Elsner, and P. Trottenberg. "Clinical practice guidelines on cancer cachexia in advanced cancer patients. European Palliative Care Research Collaborative." (2011).
5) Yeh, Shing-Shing, Kimathi Blackwood, and Michael W. Schuster. "The cytokine basis of cachexia and its treatment: are they ready for prime time?."Journal of the American Medical Directors Association 9.4 (2008): 219-236.
6) May, Patricia Eubanks, et al. "Reversal of cancer-related wasting using oral supplementation with a combination of β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate, arginine, and glutamine." The American journal of surgery 183.4 (2002): 471-479.
Turning up the Heat on Colorectal Cancer March 17, 2016Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in Alternative medicine, best vancouver naturopath, cancer therapy, Cancer Treatment, Healing, Health, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine.
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Loco-regional hyperthermia is an advanced adjunctive cancer therapy which involves heating the tumour immediately after chemotherapy or radiation. Hyperthermia is characterized as the fourth pillar in treating cancer, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. This therapy is commonly used in hospitals and clinics across Europe and Asia but it is oddly not used regularly in North America. There are only a few advanced devices which actually have the capacity to significantly heat a tumour located deep within the body1,2. Recently there has been exciting research on a device called Celsius TCS and its use in colorectal cancer.
A recent clinical study in Greece investigated hyperthermia in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer when used in combination with chemotherapy1. In this clinical trial 32 patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer were divided into a control group who just received chemotherapy and the treatment group who received hyperthermia immediately following their chemotherapy infusion. When compared to the control group, the hyperthermia group showed a shrinkage of metastatic spots derived from colon cancer. This is in contrast to the control group which on average showed an increase of size during this time interval. The conclusion of the study was "the beneficial effects of hyperthermia are undeniable. The consolidation of the application of hyperthermia cancer treatment, is now a matter of time."
I have personally observed the positive benefits of loco-regional hyperthermia many times in my practice with colorectal cancer. In some of these cases the cancer was progressing everywhere except for the specific masses that were being targeted by the hyperthermia. Upon shifting the treatment focus to a different metastasis, these new masses then started to also respond to the therapy as well. The heat that is applied to the tumour adds additional stress to the tumour cells when they are being treated with chemotherapy or radiation.
There are several naturopathic therapies which can be used to potentially help enhance the effectiveness of hyperthermia. Quercetin is a bioflavonoid that is safe to use in conjunction with some chemotherapies. This commonly used remedy is not safe with all chemotherapies and you must have professional guidance before using it. Quercetin has been shown to be a potent inhibitor of heat shock proteins. In other words, it inhibits the proteins that cancer cells use to resist the effects of the heat and thus makes colon cancer cells more vulnerable to hyperthermia3. There is also research to suggest that the diabetes medication metformin may be helpful to enhance the effects of hyperthermia by killing cancer stem cells4. These are just a few of many natural therapies which as starting to show promise as useful adjuncts to hyperthermia.
It is important to point out that hyperthermia is very different from an infrared sauna or the application of a heat pack. A loco-regional hyperthermia device is an advanced medical device that significantly heats the tissues surrounding a tumour2. You will not heat any tumour effectively without these advanced devices, especially if it is a deeper tumour. These are state of the art devices where the patient must be medically monitored during the procedure.
When looking at the evidence there is a clear and consistent trend. Localized hyperthermia has significant potential as an adjunctive cancer therapy. The application of heat using these advanced medical devices increases the effectiveness or chemotherapy and radiation. Hyperthermia reduces the risk of the cancer developing resistance to chemotherapy or radiation5,6,7. At the end of the day the goal is to use every tool at our disposal to increase the effectiveness of conventional therapies and destroy the cancerous cells. Hyperthermia is a potent adjunctive therapy that can help to accomplish that goal.
1) Mandraveli, E., et al. "The action of hyperthermia in metastatic colorectal cancer in combination with chemotherapy." Progress in Health Sciences 5.1 (2015): 69.
2) Noh, Jae Myoung, et al. "In vivo verification of regional hyperthermia in the liver." Radiation oncology journal 32.4 (2014): 256-261.
3) Koishi, Mototsugu, et al. "Quercetin, an inhibitor of heat shock protein synthesis, inhibits the acquisition of thermotolerance in a human colon carcinoma cell line." Japanese journal of cancer research83.11 (1992): 1216-1222.
4) Lee, Hyemi, et al. "Response of breast cancer cells and cancer stem cells to metformin and hyperthermia alone or combined." PLoS One9.2 (2014): e87979.
5) Group, International Collaborative Hyperthermia, et al. "Radiotherapy with or without hyperthermia in the treatment of superficial localized breast cancer: Results from five randomized controlled trials." International Journal of Radiation Oncology* Biology* Physics35.4 (1996): 731-744.
6) Uckun, Fatih M., et al. "Radiation and heat sensitivity of human T-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloblastic leukemia (AML) clones displaying multiple drug resistance (MDR)."International Journal of Radiation Oncology* Biology* Physics23.1 (1992): 115-125.
7) Souslova, Tatiana, and Diana A. Averill-Bates. "Multidrug-resistant hela cells overexpressing MRP1 exhibit sensitivity to cell killing by hyperthermia: interactions with etoposide."International Journal of Radiation Oncology* Biology* Physics 60.5 (2004): 1538-1551.
Detoxification and Cancer February 15, 2016Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in best vancouver naturopath, Cancer, Healing, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine.
Tags: chemotherapy, detoxification, juicing
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On a regular basis I have cancer patients come to my clinic who when diagnosed immediately started a self prescribed detox protocol to rid their body of the toxins from cancer. Intuitively it makes sense to remove toxins from a body fighting cancer. The cancer is very stressful on the body and as a consequence there is cellular debris and toxins that your body must eliminate. There are also many people who believe these toxins are the root cause of the cancer in the first place. Although this make sense on an intuitive level, in the complicated clinical context of cancer this is usually not a good treatment plan to pursue.
Cancer and the conventional therapies used to treat cancer are toxic to the body, but aggressively trying to remove these toxins is not helpful during conventional treatment. One major safety concern that many self prescribed plans neglect to consider is that these detox plans can alter how your body metabolizes the drug. When a dose of chemotherapy is given to a patient, the dose is calculated based on how quickly the body breaks down and eliminates the drug. If your body breaks down the drug faster then it will be eliminated before it has the chance to have its therapeutic effect. Just because a drug is considered "toxic" doesn't mean that we have to get rid of it as soon as possible. In fact, often we want that drug to remain present for a specific amount of time so that it can have an optimal therapeutic effect.
The whole purpose of any detox plan is to mobilize toxins and eliminate them from the body. This process is inherently stressful on the body and can actually increase inflammation through out the body. This is why patients will often experience joint pain upon initiating a detox protocol. When the body is already in such a stressed and inflamed state from cancer, it is not wise to add any additional stress to the system. After chemotherapy or radiation is complete, then there could be an argument for a detox but even then it must be done at the right time, with the proper guidance.
The challenge when developing an effective integrative cancer treatment plan is that there are so many different therapies that show promise. There is a lot of misinformation on the internet and not all cancers are the same! Just because you read that a therapy was helpful for someone fighting cancer, this does not mean that it would be relevant to a different form of cancer. We have to prioritize the treatment plan and keep it targeted on the common goal of supporting the immune system while controlling inflammation. There are many natural ways to do this but in order for them to be used safely it has to be used in the right clinical context.
The bottom line is that if you are trying to support your body through any cancer therapy, you need professional guidance. Do not develop a plan on your own as not all natural therapies are safe or indicated in specific circumstances. A significant portion of my job as a Naturopathic Physician who focuses on integrative cancer treatments is just making sure patients are not taking supplements that are dangerous. On an almost daily basis I see patients who self prescribed a supplement that is contraindicated or ineffective for their cancer and they never told their oncologist because they were afraid of how they would react. After a Naturopathic Physician develops a safe and effective plan they can then communicate with the oncologist so that everyone is on the same page. This creates a better collaborative healing environment for the patient and allows for the development of a more effective treatment plan.
Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
Boost the Odds After Cancer by Reducing Stress and Focusing on Healing December 17, 2015Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in Cancer, cancer therapy, Cancer Treatment, Healing, integrative cancer care, stress.
Tags: anti-stress, Cancer, cancer treatment, stress, vancouver cancer clinic
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Reducing stress and making lifestyle changes can yield remarkable results.
Written By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc (Hons)
The diagnosis of cancer is a scary experience. Patients are often immediately thrust into aggressive conventional therapies without fully understanding how the therapy works or why it is necessary. We live in a culture where we put the responsibility of our health into someone else's hands. We are told to trust that they know what is best and patients are often discouraged from doing their own research. Patients often feel that from the first day of diagnosis they are put on a conveyor belt and shuffled from one appointment to the next with no other options available. Once the treatments are complete and the patient is declared cancer free, they are abruptly discharged from the cancer agency and it is expected that they continue on with their life as if nothing had happened.
The reality is that this experience is so stressful for patients that it often leaves them traumatized emotionally and physically. Treatment does not end the moment that someone is given the "all-clear". That is the time to focus on keeping your immune system strong and changing factors in your lifestyle to reduce the risk of recurrence. Patients need guidance to make these physical and emotional changes to reduce the chances of the cancer coming back. The good news is that there is a lot that can be done and there is substantial research to back these therapies.
You can help your body fight cancer by reducing stress and focusing your intentions on healing. One of the most comprehensive intervention studies in cancer research evaluated the effects of stress management techniques, such as relaxation on cancer recurrence following removal of malignant melanoma2. Not only did the relaxed group experience reduced psychological distress, they also had more active immune systems than the control group not practicing relaxation. A six-year follow up of these patients showed a trend toward greater recurrence and higher mortality rates in the control group, compared to the relaxed group1. The bottom line is that patients who focus on reducing stress and focus their minds on healing not only have a better prognosis, they also have lower rates of developing cancer in the first place. Given what we know about the connection between immune function and stress, this conclusion is not surprising.
The aggressive conventional therapies that patients go through often do a good job of killing cancerous cells. The problem is that these same therapies also leave the immune system severely weakened at a time when you need the immune system to be strong. You must have a functioning immune system to patrol your tissues and identify abnormal cells before they have an opportunity to manifest as a clinical disease. The first year after being given the "all-clear" diagnosis is the most important time to support your immune system. There are many natural therapies and lifestyle changes that can be done to help support your immune system at this critical time period.
Mistletoe therapy is just one example of a therapy that can be used to effectively stimulate the immune system. Mistletoe has been shown to stimulate increases in the number and the activity of several types of white blood cells3. Immune-system-enhancing cytokines, such as interleukin-1, interleukin-6, and tumour necrosis factor alpha are released by white blood cells after exposure to mistletoe extracts4,5. It is also possible to make simple dietary changes that can significantly reduce inflammation and further support immune function.
Patients want and need continued support after they are treated for cancer. They need to be supported mentally and physically in order to help further reduce the risk of recurrence. Naturopathic doctors excel at providing this much needed support to patients and help them get back on the path to wellness.
Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
This article was also published in the Georgia Straight Vancouver.
1) Bovbjerg, Dana H. "Psychoneuroimmunology. Implications for oncology?." Cancer 67.S3 (1991): 828-832.
2) Fawzy, Fawzy I., et al. "Malignant melanoma: effects of an early structured psychiatric intervention, coping, and affective state on recurrence and survival 6 years later." Archives of General Psychiatry 50.9 (1993): 681-689.
3) Büssing, A., A. Regnery, and K. Schweizer. "Effects of Viscum album L. on cyclophosphamide-treated peripheral blood mononuclear cells in vitro: sister chromatid exchanges and activation/proliferation marker expression." Cancer letters 94.2 (1995): 199-205.
4) Hajto, Tibor. "Immunomodulatory effects of Iscador: a Viscum album preparation." Oncology 43.Suppl. 1 (1986): 51-65.
5) Hajto T, Hostanska K, Frei K, et al.: Increased secretion of tumor necrosis factors alpha, interleukin 1, and interleukin 6 by human mononuclear cells exposed to beta-galactoside-specific lectin from clinically applied mistletoe extract. Cancer Res 50 (11): 3322-6, 1990.
A Naturopathic Approach for Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (ADD/ADHD) December 10, 2015Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in ADHD, Cancer, cancer therapy, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine.
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Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (ADD/ADHD) is a term that covers a wide variety of symptoms. The most common ones include decreased concentration, poor organizational skills, decreased attention, impulsivity, learning difficulties and restlessness, to name a few.
Many children diagnosed with ADD/ADHD are treated with various medications. Side effects of these types of drugs may include abdominal cramps, insomnia, depression, headache, dizziness, high blood pressure and appetite suppression. Additionally, medication such as Ritalin which is a common stimulant used to treat ADD/ADHD can make patients prone to dependence on the medication.
Naturopathic medicine approaches the treatment of behavioural challenges in children for a holistic point of view. The naturopathic approach to ADD/ADHD may involve establishing optimal nutrition, supplementing where necessary and identifying any food sensitivities/allergies or irritants that could be instigating the symptoms.
While the goal of treatment is not to change who they are as people, there are treatment options to help ease symptoms such as learning difficulties, impulsivity, digestion issues, inattention, difficulty focusing, anxiety, as well as eating habits, coordination, mood and sleep, and finally to help them function optimally.
Contact us today to book an appointment and begin your healing journey with the Yaletown Naturopathic Clinic
The Connection between Childhood Abuse and Cancer October 17, 2015Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in Alternative medicine, Cancer, Healthcare, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine, oncology, Research.
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Written By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc (Hons)
It is not unusual for patients to feel a connection between past emotional traumas and the formation of their cancer. In recent years the mainstream scientific community has started to seriously research this connection. It turns out that these patients are indeed correct and there are large studies to support this connection. Childhood abuse increases the risk of developing cancer in adulthood1,5.
A recent study in journal Cancer demonstrated that adults who reported physical abuse as children were 47% more likely to develop cancer1. There are many well documented physiological changes that occur with this type of abuse2,3. More patients need to recognize that there are clear psychological and physical changes that occur from abuse which make it more likely to develop cancer4. This is not an imaginary connection, it is a very real connection that is supported by large scale studies.
The immune system is constantly patrolling the body looking for any abnormal cells and engages them before it manifests into a clinical disease. During periods of acute stress the immune system is significantly weaker. The immune system will therefore be less likely to recognize these cancerous cells and it will be less effective at preventing the development of cancer.
The stress from childhood abuse continues well after the abuse has stopped. Many patients are permanently scarred emotionally and these emotional stressors will continue weaken the immune system. Many people develop post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following childhood abuse. Abuse victims often remain silent about their experience and as a result have no outlet to deal with the PTSD. Many of these patients feel that it is in their best interest to never bring it up and move on with their lives as if nothing happened. What they do not know is that these past traumas are effecting them in a very physical way. In some patients, one could argue that the true root cause of their cancer was the abuse that they endured as a child.
Some of the most profound healings that I have witnessed resulted from a powerful shift in the patients emotional energy. Sometimes a simple acupuncture treatment or a counselling session can bring these deeply rooted emotions to the surface. To optimize the patients immune system and promote healing it is critical that the emotional root cause of the problem is addressed. At the end of the day we want to look at every possible factor that is impacting the patient. The emotional components of healing cannot be ignored and they can make a big difference when battling something serious such as cancer.
A Naturopathic Doctor can help you to develop a safe and effective treatment plan to battle cancer on the physical and emotional levels. Adam McLeod is a former Naturopathic Doctor (ND), BSc. (Hon) Molecular biology, Motivational Speaker and International Best Selling Author. He previously practiced at his clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia where he focused on integrative cancer care http://www.yaletownnaturopathic.com
1) Fuller‐Thomson, Esme, and Sarah Brennenstuhl. "Making a link between childhood physical abuse and cancer." Cancer 115.14 (2009): 3341-3350.
2) Heim, C., et al. "Lower CSF oxytocin concentrations in women with a history of childhood abuse." Molecular psychiatry 14.10 (2009): 954-958.
3) McGowan, Patrick O., et al. "Epigenetic regulation of the glucocorticoid receptor in human brain associates with childhood abuse." Nature neuroscience 12.3 (2009): 342-348.
4) Kendall-Tackett, Kathleen. "The health effects of childhood abuse: four pathways by which abuse can influence health." Child abuse & neglect 26.6 (2002): 715-729.
5) Brown, David W., et al. "Adverse childhood experiences are associated with the risk of lung cancer: a prospective cohort study." BMC Public Health 10.1 (2010): 20.
Pre-Sale Discount Ending June 30 June 29, 2015Posted by Adam McLeod, former Naturopathic Doctor, BSc (Hons) in Cancer, integrative cancer care, Naturopathic Medicine.
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Just a reminder the presale discount for Dr. Adam McLeod's new book, Integrative Cancer Care: The Power of Being Informed, ends tomorrow on Tuesday June 30, 2015! This book describes evidence based natural therapies that are available and how they can be used in an integrative cancer setting. Become an informed patient and get involved in your own healing.
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With PMO Flashmob there are great conversations amongst different types of PMO people and this event gives us an opportunity to bring together leaders of PMOs – PMO Managers to discuss PMO topics that are relevant today.
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The two Rotary Clubs in Westport, CT (USA) will join together to celebrate International Peace. We have decided to use the Peace Crane Project as a main focus to which we will add Rotary-related peace activities. This Peace Event will be part of Westport Rotary's fundraising event – Lobster Fest.
The Peace Crane Project has people of all ages making origami peace cranes to keep, share and display.


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I used to struggle with feeling comfortable in my skin, of understanding how to be myself in relationships with others. I had a habit of fighting – a war between body and mind. Back then, I believed that if only I could do the right thing, be more acceptable, choose the right path in life I would be able to solve these feelings.
Deep down, I was convinced that I had a problem. I thought I was the only one feeling disconnected to my body – and to society – and was unsure I would be able to live a meaningful life without physical and emotional pain.
My course of life changed when I had a near death accident. I thought that my physical body had recovered quickly. I carried on; resuming life as I had been living before. But something deep inside had changed.
It wasn't until I began the path of embodiment through The Hakomi Method and Rolfing SI that I understood how deeply dissociated I'd been living from my physical body. It was almost as if during the accident I decided it wasn't safe to be in my body, and I no longer believed life was to be trusted. I didn't realize how small of a world I was placing myself in.
As I've come more fully into my physical form, it's been a long awaited homecoming, and it's been the greatest relief of my life.
Now, I'm on the path of my calling to steward others towards an embodied life; to be of service to those who are seeking to feel more at home as a human being. The reason I'm in business is to honor and respect the creative aspect underneath physical form that is available to us all; to bring light to the conscious, co-creative capacity we have in the physical universe of our body, mind and actions.
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Author: Gabriel Persechino-Forest Published: March 25th, 2018
Last Period Promo
The promo features the theme song Wiseman Theme by Wiseman. The series will debut on April 11 on Tokyo MX and ABC Asahi Broadcasting and on April 12 on BS11 and will last 12 episodes.
Source: Official Website and Article Image: Taken from the promo
HIDIVE to Start Dubcast
Essentially Sentai's answer to simuldubs, dubcasts are a new HIDIVE initiative that aims to offer dubbed version of series two weeks after their Japanese release. They plan on starting with the spring 2018 simulcast season.
Source: Anime UK News
Dagashi Kashi Manga Ends
Kotoyama's manga series will end in 3 chapters.
Source: Weekly Shonen Sunday's 17th issue of the year
Streaming is Doing Well in Japan
Japan saw a 12.2% increase in its streaming video on demand market and forecasts further increases in the coming years.
Source: Variety
Fan Bashing Continues in the West
As I elaborated in an earlier article, anime fans can now expect to be stigmatised in the West as can be seen by this latest article calling Otaku "man boys", insulting the artistic integrity of the medium and pushing the all too familiar and intellectually bankrupt contention that anime "over-sexualizes women". All the while the writer of the article trips herself over her religious adoration of celebrities in another display of America's celebrity culture.
The article goes on to trivialise how anime fans are treated by mainstream media (Regularly insulted and dismissed with lies and stereotypes) and insinuates that our culture, Otaku geek culture, is toxic and stops short of outright saying it should not exist although certainly implies that it should not in its current form (I assume its not homogenised and mainstreamed enough for her). Indeed the same people always screaming about discrimination and being marginalised are the first ones to look at other groups suffering from such stereotypes and aggression and dismiss them, all the while continuing to expect everyone to care about their problems, real or imaginary. The article also continues the false allegations that anime is unwelcoming of women, even though half the fanbase is female; something the "writer" of this piece should have probably researched before making unsubstantiated claims. In the end, another pseudo-article that demonstrates lack of journalistic ethics or professionalism that reads like it was literally lifted from a social study seminar.


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- Public Liability Insurance
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- Personal Accident Insurance
- Commercial Property Insurance
- Cafe & Hospitality Insurance
- Management Liability Insurance
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Public Liability Insurance For South Australia
If you run a business, you'll understand how difficult it is to keep track of rules and regulations in your state. This is especially true when it comes to your obligations towards other people and property.
Public liability insurance is available to protect you and your business against some claims for negligent business activities that cause injury or property damage to a customer, supplier, or member of the public, saving you from what could be a stressful and costly process.
Since the rules in each state of Australia can vary slightly, iSelect has put together this guide to help you better understand how public liability insurance in South Australia works.
What is public liability insurance?
As a business owner in SA, you have a duty of care towards your customers, suppliers, and members of the public. In short, you have a responsibility to take reasonable steps to protect the safety of anyone who interacts with your business. That's where public liability insurance come in.
Public liability insurance can provide cover in the event that a person/persons in the previously mentioned groups becomes injured, or has their property damaged, as a result of negligent business activities*.
A negligent business activity can be thought of as an avoidable risk, such as the cross-contamination of food in a restaurant, or failing to clean up spilt water in a reception venue to prevent customers slipping and injuring themselves.
What does public liability insurance cover?
The level of insurance that's suitable for you depends on the size and nature of your business. While policies vary in terms of inclusions, exclusions and policy limits, insurance can typically cover:
- Third party property damage or loss: Coverage if someone else's property was damaged or lost due to your negligence. For example, you own a dry-cleaning company and a wedding dress was damaged due to incorrect cleaning fluid being applied
- Product Liability: Coverage if your business negligently sells or supplies defective or contaminated products causing injury, death or damage
- Legal costs: In the event that it's necessary for legal help to be engaged to respond to a claim, you'll be covered for the reasonable associated costs
- Third party injury: If someone is injured (or killed) when visiting your business, either from defective products you sold, or from an avoidable risk, you can be covered for resulting compensation claims as well as any associated first aid expenses
- Injury or loss caused by someone else in your business: If someone else, such as a member of staff, in the course of their employment in your business negligently causes third party injury (or death) or property damage during an incident, cover can be available
Prior to making a decision on a level of cover, ensure you review the Product Disclosure Statement for details of policy inclusions, limitations and exclusions.
Do you need public liability insurance in SA?
While no two businesses are the same, purchasing public liability insurance could be a worthwhile consideration for almost all businesses in South Australia.
If your business has a premises and/or sells a direct-to-consumer product (eg: café, bar, restaurant, reception centre, or school), then public liability insurance can help provide protection in the event that you're sued for negligence.
In short, the more customers, suppliers, and members of the public interact with your business and its physical premises, the more you may require suitable public liability cover.
As mentioned earlier in this article, you have a duty of care to take reasonable steps to protect the safety of these people and their property, and if they're injured because of an avoidable risk arising from your business activities, they can claim against (and even sue) you for damages. In this event, public liability insurance can cover your exposure to pay damages as well as legal and defence costs*.
In some cases, public liability insurance is mandatory
Some industries may require that you hold some level of public liability insurance as a licensing requirement. Additionally, some associations and contracts specify that you hold at least a minimum level of public liability cover as a compulsory requirement to do business.
How much does public liability insurance cost in SA?
There's no one set cost for public liability insurance, as it varies depending on the nature of the risk involved. Some factors that can affect that risk can include:
- The type of business you own and its industry
- The size of your business
- The level of turnover
- How much interaction the public has with your premises
- The level of cover you seek
Think about the nature of your business, and how much interaction customers, suppliers, and the general public have with you and your premises. For example, if you run a cafe or restaurant, you may need more coverage than if you run an office-based business.
Typically, in a café there's a greater chance of someone slipping on spilt liquid or being sick from cross-contaminated food, as compared with a corporate office in Adelaide.
Some other insurance products that might be relevant?
As a business owner, there are several other types of insurance you could consider1. Remember that none of the below are compulsory under legislation in South Australia, but could be suitable depending on the nature of your business.
Management liability insurance:
If you own a business, or if you're heavily involved in the management of a company, you carry specific responsibilities that may leave you personally liable for any issues that arise. Management liability insurance can protect you against the financial risk of claims regarding the alleged or actual mismanagement of the business.
Cyber liability insurance:
This insurance covers your business against the expenses which can arise in the event of a cybercrime incident, including the costs of data recovery, fines, compensation payments and any business disruptions caused. Learn more about cyber liability insurance here.
Tax audit insurance:
Tax Audit Insurance covers your business in the instance that you're selected by the Australian Tax Office for auditing. It covers the costs of external accountants and some other fees incurred in the course of an audit.
Professional indemnity insurance:
Unlike public liability insurance which protects you in the event of damage or injury inflicted on a person or their property from your goods or service, professional indemnity can protect your business against claims for damages resulting from your negligent act, error, or omission while providing specialist advice to or consulting with a client.
Prior to making a decision on a level of cover, ensure you review the Product Disclosure Statement for details of policy inclusions, limitations and exclusions.
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*Please note that all insurance is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the policy wording or Product Disclosure Statement. The information set out above is general only and should not be relied upon as advice.
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#Skin Tip 7. Use a Natural Cleanser and Avoid Using Harsh Soap
Did you know that the pH of the skin can significantly effect the way your skin functions and looks?
In fact the pH (acidity verses alkalinity) of the skin can :
- affect the moisture levels;
- the protective barrier function;
- the scaling of the skin;
- destroy good bacteria;
- promote skin disorders such as fungal infections.
Even water can have a detrimental effect upon the skins pH!
Alkalizing Skin Products Are Bad For Your Skin's Health
There are numerous reasons why alkalinity of the skin is not beneficial for a healthy skin and one of those is the effect that it has upon growth of good skin bacteria.
In recent years it has been discovered that a healthy skin has lots of resident skin microflora (good bacteria). In fact one of the trends over the last year has been adding good bacteria such as probiotics to skin care products.
In years gone by, it was assumed that the normal skins pH was between 5.0 and 6.0. But now it is believed that a healthy microflora is promoted when the skin is mildly acidic i.e. the pH is 4 to 4.5. If the skin is alkaline however, with a pH of 8-9, the levels of good bacteria are decreased.
Alkalizing skin products such as soap therefore have the potential to destroy your skins healthy bacteria.
New research tells us that the skin is healthiest, when its pH is mildly acid, below 5.0.
Skin Disease and Alkalinity
It has well known that people who have skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis, can be affected by many different triggers. One of these triggers can be water itself and taking a shower or washing of hands can cause irritation and a flare up.
Some people have a type of hand dermatitis that is related to using water alone. Although water itself is neutral (neither acidic or alkaline), it can still cause difficulties to a person with an impaired skin barrier. From research ( Lambers, H) we know that soap and water can impair the skin barrier which is always damaged in eczema and dermatitis.
As we have discussed, the impairment of good skin bacteria can be due to alkalinity. As good bacteria is destroyed, the opportunistic bacteria and yeast have a better chance of attacking the skin. Research tells us that skin disorders such as dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis, acne and rosacea all have excessive levels of a yeast known as malassezie furfur. Similarly in cases of atopic dermatitis (eczema) we know that the bad bacterial staphylococcus aureus is present and again, this may be made worse by a lack of good bacteria on the skin.
One study of 284 children with atopic dermatitis, found that there were statistically significant higher pH values of the eczematous lesions, the perilesional skin and the apparently healthy skin. Those children affected by moderate itching had higher pH values that children with mild itching.
Water and Soap Alkalize the Skin
An interesting study (Lambers H) assessed the skin surface pH of the forearm of study participants before and after refraining from showering and cosmetic product application for 24 h.
The study found that all cosmetic products, soaps and even tap water have an affect upon the pH which can last for many hours. In fact it can take up to 6 hours for the skin to return to its natural pH below 5.0.
Prior to using soap, the natural skin pH of the research participants was 5.3. Immediately after using soap, it went to the alkaline 6.4.
How To Keep The Skin In A Healthy pH Range
Banning soap would be a good place to start however it is obviously rather hard to wash without water. What we can do, is change the products that we are using to wash our skin.
Compared to soap, body wash is better. Body wash changed the pH of the skin to around 5.9. Better still is a body wash that has an acidity level that is closer to that of human skin.
On the face, using a cleanser especially formulated with mildly acidifying ingredients is also beneficial.
Natural Skin Cleansers
Many additives in skin care products can change the pH of the product. Native Natural Cleanser contains Kakadu Plum Extract which acts like the Alpha Hydroxy Acids – it is more acidic and less alkaline than soaps.
Wattle and Honey Myrtle Scrub contains Fruit Acid Complex which also has an acidifying effect upon the skin.
Both products are beneficial in not only removing the dead skin cells, but also in maintaining a healthy pH for your skin.
Lambers H, et al. Natural skin surface pH is on average below 5.0, which is beneficial for its resident flora. Int J or Cosmet Sci, 2006. Oct. 28 (5):359-70
A, Sparavigna, M Setaro, V Gualandri. Cutaneous pH in children affected by atopic dermatitis and in healthy children: a multicenter study.


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Ruth I. Auger, 99, of Pittsboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2009. For the first ninety-two years of her life, she lived in the Manchester, New Hampshire area. She was born in Goffstown, New Hampshire on April 6, 1910, the daughter of Maurice B. Campbell and Addie Clarabelle Mudge.
Until her retirement in 1971, she had worked at H.P. Hood as a chief clerk for more than thirty-two years.
Mrs. Auger was the eldest member of the United Methodist Church congregation in Manchester. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. "Gram" will be remembered as the quintessential hostess, always focused on the needs of others. She was also an avid Duke basketball fan and attended several women's home games.
She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur F. Auger, in 1973.
She is survived by her daughter, Irma F. Wright, and son-in-law, Robert D. Wright, of Pittsboro, NC; her granddaughter, Laurie B. Meier, and her husband, Bruce E. Meier, of Chapel Hill, NC; her grandson, Shawn D. Wright and wife, Gretchen E. Wright and their children, Benjamin, Jonathan, Aaron, Nathan, and Stephen, of Louisville, KY; her grandson, David A. Wright and wife, Megan E. Wright and their children, Brian, Heather, and Kevin, of Durham, NC; and cherished family member, Sharon Ebol of Manchester, NH.
A memorial service will be held at the University Baptist Church at 100 South Columbia Street in Chapel Hill, NC at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 2. A potluck lunch will be served immediately following the service. By request of the family, those who will attend the memorial service are asked to wear something pink in celebration of "Gram's" life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bonginkosi School in South Africa, a school operated by African Enterprise. Memorial gifts should be sent to Christ Community Church, P.O. Box 2314, Chapel Hill, NC 27515, designating Bonginkosi School.


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The Don continues to host "Survivor" pitting governors against one another as death toll mounts, and he celebrates his popularity in Facebook. Amorality in plain sight!
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The Tale of Two Viruses: Part 5
The Don decides not to open the country on Easter, but will have the Easter Bunny with him to a press conference from his golf course.
Take Me Out To The Ball Game
The one-man team called "The Don" takes on the impeachment team. Stay tuned to Fox, who will be airing the game!
It's The Base, Stupid
It's the basest of the base as The Don is mum on Jeffrey Epstein.
Money Makes The Don Go Down
If you want to bring The Don down, just follow the money.
A Blameless Life
Manafort sentence: Injustice served! But don't you just love the frail man in the wheelchair routine?
A Day At The Circus
Congressman Higgins threatens to put Michael Cohen in a "box" for not telling where the boxes are.
The State of The Delusion
SOTU: You either stop the investigations, or else. "I don't think so", says Nancy Pelosi. I don't think so.
You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet!
If you think the last two years were something, you ain't seen nothing yet!
The Giver
The Don has given the gift of world instability, and many others!
President Pence or President Pelosi?
Pence knows more than you think! Here comes Pelosi.
Mueller's Dealing and Revealing
Mueller makes deals, and reveals he is holding all the cards.
Raking In Pleasure (Oops, I Mean Paradise.)
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I posted my Backcountry review over a month ago and I still haven't stopped thinking about the film. It's Adam MacDonald's feature directorial debut and it stars Missy Peregrym and Jeff Roop as Jenn and Alex, a big city couple who heads off to the woods for a camping trip. Alex insists that he knows the way to the secluded Blackfoot Trail, but after a few wrong turns, they unknowingly wind up in bear territory.
Backcountry had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in early September and, ever since, it's been hitting festivals all over the world including the Atlantic Film Festival and the Calgary International Film Festival. In honor of its latest festival screening at Sitges, I'm running my second interview on the film conducted during TIFF. My chat with MacDonald went up a few weeks ago and now it's time to find out what Peregrym and Roop thought about making a move with real black bears. Hit the jump to check it out.
Question: Can you tell me a bit about how this one came together? Did Adam bring the idea to you guys?
JEFF ROOP: For me, about four years ago, he sent me a script and just said, 'Hey, I wrote this script and I wrote the part of Alex with you in mind.' I read it and I was really taken by it and I contacted my friend, Thomas Michael, terrific producer, and I felt like he was the guy who could get this made. And Thomas really responded to it. He came on board and then came the incredibly long process of raising the funds. And then last year the final piece of the puzzle was Missy and she can speak to her involvement.
MISSY PEREGRYM: When Adam called me, we had worked together for two years now, and not a lot. Our scenes didn't really cross over very much. But he called me and asked me to read the script and I was nervous because I didn't want to not like it and disappoint him, but I actually ended up loving the movie. I had a lot of questions, obviously, because I think it's very difficult to work with animals. And it's really difficult to do something where it's suspenseful and intense, but [there's] nothing really happening and to carry that kind of film is a very huge challenge. I think Adam did an extremely good job. Everybody did, our editor, Christian [Bielz], the DP, everybody came together and really all had to just trust each other and hope for the best. And we all had different styles, different ideas and collaborations, but you have to say yes first. [Laughs] And that's the scary part. And then you get there and we all just worked very well together even though we had different ideas of things. Out of it, I'm proud of how it turned out.
Are you guys into camping and comfortable with animals and things like that or did it take some getting used to?
PEREGRYM: I won't be camping anymore. It's so funny, I grew up in Vancouver – it changed even going snowboarding. I was nervous. I was like, 'Wow, it never occurred to me that these animals are around us all the time when we're up in the mountains. We were filming in Squamish and I looked at the hotels' [guidebook] and it's like the first page is like, 'What to Do When You See a Black Bear.' I'm like, 'I've never noticed this in my life,' and now I'm seeing it all around me and it changed my perspective for sure after filming this – for better because, not that I'm actually more prepared, it's not like I carry a whistle around me all the time, but I will reconsider the adventures I go on after this because this happens all the time. People just don't talk about it. And the parks try not to talk about it because they want people camping.
ROOP: Yeah, the irony with black bears is that black bears are actually responsible for more attacks and deaths than any other kind of bear because they're so ubiquitous, because people come into contact with them so often. Generally, obviously, everything's fine, but every once in a while you get one that goes predatory as they say. And a predatory black bear is more dangerous than a grizzly, than a Kodiak bear. They're comparable to a tiger and their only goal is to eat you, when they go predatory. As rarely as it happens, it does happen and that's where the story comes from. It comes from a couple that it happened to in Northern Ontario.
How much interaction did you have with the real bear in this movie? I know there's an animal wrangler there so everything's safe, but was it as close as it seems in the movie or is that just camera tricks?
PEREGRYM: It was close.
ROOP: It was close, yeah, absolutely. It was the real deal. No CGI or anything like that. We were shooting with real bears. Obviously, for some of the close-up stuff during the attack, we had a puppet, but only to shoot behind. But the bears were there. They were fenced off with a very small, little dental floss fence.
So when you're shooting that big ending scene, is the bear really growling right in your face like that? I just can't imagine being in that position, even if it's just to make a movie.
PEREGRYM: They definitely had their tricks to get them to make noise. It was terrifying. I mean, it was kind of cute sometimes. We took pictures with it on its hind legs, standing behind us.
ROOP: Not arm in arm. [Laughs]
PEREGRYM: Not arm in arm. That was like the cutesy part of it, but it's still terrifying to be standing in front of this thing. It was stunning to work with an animal that was so large. At the end of the day, it's a wild animal. It has instincts that you can't really shut off and we were warned about this as soon as we got to set. We couldn't make a lot of noise, we couldn't startle the bear, if there were animals around or anything, we had to tell the wranglers and I'm like, 'We're in the forest. This makes me extremely uncomfortable right now that I feel like this thing could take off at any moment.' There was that nervousness already just from that, which I think was pretty easy to translate. It was wild to watch this thing.
It's a movie about a bear attack, but about 75% of it is the two of you talking and relationship-building. How was it developing that? Was everything about the characters on the page or did you guys get to come up with some elements of your own?
PEREGRYM: We had a lot of room to be creative and kind of go with the moment. All these scenes weren't scripted; they were originally there and we got to work with them. Adam was very lenient with the work and the presentation. We got the intention of the movie, we knew what we needed to go to, we knew what the arc was, we knew what was important and as long as we had the development in there, the words didn't matter as much as the sentiment.
ROOP: Yeah, one thing that was really important to Adam was that it'd feel like a couple that has been together for a long time. He really encouraged us. And they're not necessarily right for each other so that's what's so interesting about it. That's why they're a more real couple. Forget about what they go through in the film, they might not work out and it was great to explore that, how they met, the dynamics between them. She's the one who's making more money than he does and pushes him to try to impress her, and these sort of dynamics in the relationship I think make it a little more interesting. It's sort of the cliché, you know, the super happy couple going camping and everything's so great, blah, blah, blah. I don't want to do that. I want to see real people. Hopefully we captured that.
How was it working with Adam as an actor's director? He's a super accomplished actor himself, so did you see that coming through in his techniques?
PEREGRYM: I loved working with him. He's a really intelligent guy. He knows what he wants and he's passionate and he's driven. I was impressed by his ideas. Again, I didn't really know what they were going to be until I got there, but we had such a great vibe together. I would love to work with him again. It's so easy.
ROOP: Ditto. That's exactly it. He's a terrific actor, so you just end up really trusting him and his thoughts and his notes. We've obviously known each other pretty much our whole lives, so there's this shorthand between us that was really comfortable for me. I just really trust him. It's really lovely to work with someone who I trust so much as an actor. And then when I saw the finished product, the vision he had was even more overwhelming.
I know you had the real bear on set, but was there any movie magic-type things you can share? I'm picturing Adam saying, 'You're scared because something's over here,' and you're not actually looking at anything.
PEREGRYM: Yeah! There were parts of the movie where we think we hear things and he would be the one throwing stuff at our tent. You know, snapping twigs. We weren't really playing to sounds that were outside of the tent that we couldn't see anyway. When we think that there might be a bear the first time, it's at night, we cannot see it and that's Adam running through the bushes like an idiot and it was really hard not to laugh, for me anyway. We were killing ourselves laughing while shooting that, which is the complete opposite of the movie. But that's why it was so much fun. Adam is a hilarious guy and we were able to do really intense stuff, but not take ourselves too seriously and that's what made the project a lot of fun.
What were the days like there? Something like that needs to be shot at night, so are you all just out in the middle of nowhere in the woods in the cold?
PEREGRYM: Yeah. It was freezing when we were filming. That was one of the most annoying parts about it. We weren't supposed to film that late in the season, but then it ended up being colder than anticipated. But again, it added an element to the film. [Laughs] I was irritated. I was in a bad mood, a lot.
Is there anything in the final cut that surprised you when you saw it all put together?
PEREGRYM: Adam switched scenes around. There are scenes that didn't make it in the film and then he also cut things differently from the script that I think made it work. The most difficult part was obviously the intensity and suspense when there isn't so much happening and I think that it's really important to keep the audience engaged. But the whole movie can't be crazy things happening because it's not believable and that's not what you do when you're camping and hiking. I was really happy with the final product. There were a lot of cuts and then it kept getting better and better and better as he changed certain things around and swapped scenes.


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The Bros. Landreth are a Canadian alternative country and folk music group. Their debut album Let It Lie won the Juno Award for Roots & Traditional Album of the Year – Group at the Juno Awards of 2015.
The group was first formed in 2013 by brothers Joey and David Landreth, the sons of Winnipeg musician Wally Landreth. Both brothers share vocal duties, while Joey plays guitar and David plays bass. The initial band lineup also included Alex Campbell on piano and Ryan Voth on drums. Ariel Posen and Cody Iwasiuk have since joined the band as second guitarist and drums respectively.
Let It Lie was released independently in 2013. In 2014, the band signed an American distribution deal with Slate Creek Records, who rereleased the album in the United States in January 2015.
At the 10th Canadian Folk Music Awards in 2014, the band won the award for New/Emerging Artist of the Year, and Let It Lie was a nominee for Contemporary Album of the Year.
The band have toured both Canada and the United States. They attracted additional media attention when American rock icon John Oates agreed to perform as an opening act for the band at a 2015 tour stop in Nashville.
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