9 Ways to Protect Yourself From Superbug Bacteria

 
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'The CDC is flooding airwaves and media outlets with this message: superbugs are once again becoming a threat, this time in hospital environments.

Hospital employees and medical workers are being urged by the CDC to take precautions to prevent spreading these bacteria to others in the hospital environment as well as those on the outside.

This bacteria is being referred to by CDC officials as a “nightmare” bacteria that will kill half of all those who are infected.'

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The Unknown Dangers of Antibiotics

'Most of us have taken antibiotics at some point in our lives. We take these powerful drugs because we are told by our healthcare professionals that we must. After all, who would want to risk a serious bacterial infection when it could be easily avoided?

Antibiotics are designed to kill disease-causing bacteria, however, they cannot distinguish between good bacteria and bad bacteria. In addition, they contribute to our largest source of toxins - those generated within our own digestive system.' 

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Dr. Arpad Pusztai – The Gut Attacks GMOs as Foreign Invaders

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Gut Bacteria: Allowing You To Extract More Calories From The Same Amount of Food

'The presence of certain gut microbes is linked with better digestion and absorption of dietary fats, according to new research that suggests modifying gut bacteria could help to battle malnutrition and obesity.'

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Gut Microbes Linked to Weight and Metabolic Syndrome

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The Microscopic Zoo within Us

By Dr. Mercola

'Believe it or not, there's a microbial zoo living inside you, literally trillions of microscopic organisms―more than 10,000 different kinds of them―all co-existing with each other and you.

In fact they outnumber you ten to one and ninety percent of the genetic material, (DNA and RNA) in your body is not yours, it belongs to the bacteria that is located mostly in your gut, but some also live on your skin and even in your nose.

Exactly what those different life forms do has been the subject of some exciting research in recent years, and while a few of these organisms can sometimes wreak havoc with your system, the majority of these little "bugs" are good, helping you digest your food, stay protected from infections, and even keeping your immune system properly regulated to fend off autoimmune diseases like asthma, allergies, and diabetes.'

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Make Your Own Kombucha

'There are many tutorials out there on how to make kombucha, but I have had enough people ask me for instructions that I decided it would be helpful to post how I do it. If you regularly buy kombucha, making it yourself will save you a fortune.

When I started growing the kombucha culture (often called the "mother" or "scoby") for the first time, I was very careful to have everything sterilized by immersion in boiling water. This may be a good idea until your kombucha is established, but I can say for sure that by the second week I was much more relaxed about 'sterility, and the kombucha has done just fine ever since. 


I also used to keep two gallon jars of kombucha going, not because I needed that much kombucha, but because if something were to happen to one jar, I would still have the other one. Well, my confidence in the ability of kombucha to thrive, or my ability to take good care of it, has grown.'




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Thriving Gut Bacteria Linked To Good Health

'There's no magic elixir for healthy aging, but here's one more thing to add to the list: good gut health.


A study published in the latest issue of Nature finds diet may be key to promoting diverse communities of beneficial bacteria in the guts of older people.


To evaluate this, researchers analyzed the microbiota, or gut bacteria, of 178 older folks, mostly in their 70s and 80s.


Some of the people were living in their own homes, and their diets were rich in fiber, fruits, vegetables, grains, poultry and fish.'




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Change Your Gut Flora and Lose Weight

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'Obese and lean individuals have different gut flora composition. The gut microbiota of mice and humans are similar, with Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes dominating. At this point it's not clear exactly which species are important in weight management. Some studies show reduced numbers of Bacteroidetes in obese subjects, while others point to lower levels of beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus.' 




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The Importance Of Probiotics!

The Ideal Way to Optimize Your Gut Health

by Dr. Mercola

'You can ferment virtually any food, and every traditional culture has traditionally fermented their foods to prevent spoilage. There are also many fermented beverages and yoghurts. Quite a large percent of all the foods that people consumed on a daily basis were fermented, and each mouthful provides trillions of beneficial bacteria—far more than you can get from a probiotics supplement.


Here's a case in point: It's unusual to find a probiotic supplement containing more than 10 billion colony-forming units. But when my team actually tested fermented vegetables produced by probiotic starter cultures, they had 10 trillion colony-forming units of bacteria. Literally, one serving of vegetables was equal to an entire bottle of a high potency probiotic! Fermented foods also give you a wider variety of beneficial bacteria, so all in all, it's your most cost effective alternative.'




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Make Your Own Sauerkraut

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More Research Shows that Bacteria are Beneficial, Not Harmful

'Over many, many years, bacteria has been scrutinized and persecuted for causing the development of thousands of diseases and ailments in people, but what do we actually know about these microbes that seem to cover everything at all times? 


Recent research shows that we actually don’t know a whole lot about when we look at the leaps and bounds we took to disinfect and cleanse nearly everything we own. In a research project entitled the Human Microbiome Project (much akin to the Human Genome Project of great relevance), researchers show that bacteria and microbial bodies are actually much more beneficial than they will ever be detrimental. '




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How Do Probiotics Support Immunity?

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Probiotics Destroy Toxic Chemicals In Our Gut For Us

'It is an awesome fact of nature that we have trillions of organisms within our body – containing completely foreign DNA – some of which break down toxic chemicals that we humans have created to kill other things, but are now killing us, e.g. pesticides. Who are these strange helpers?


Bacteria!


Wait. Aren’t bacteria supposed to harm us? Aren’t they the enemy in the endless war against infection?' 


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Probiotics – Recipes to Make Sure the Bugs Inside Your Body Are Good For You

'Stomach aches, pain, gas, bloating, discomfort, or worse?  Is there a way to settle things down and avoid the problems associated with the digestive system?

With more than 25 years’ experience as a Board Certified Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shekhar Challa has written a new book, Probiotics for Dummies, which takes the mystery out of the way bacteria behaves in the body and describes exactly what you need to do to exert a positive control over your digestive system and everything else that depends on it.

Probiotics are beneficial, live microorganisms (in most cases, bacteria) that are similar to those found naturally in the human intestine. Also known as “friendly” or “good” bacteria, probiotics are the cornerstone of any successful health program because they restore a healthy balance between friendly and bad bacteria in the intestinal tract, a balance that is critical for the health of the entire body. Probiotics are associated with treating everything from IBS to certain forms of cancer, allergies, eczema, and even the effects of aging.

Here are some of the recipes he recommends for people who want to restore the levels of probiotic bacteria in their systems naturally.'

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How to Make Sauerkraut (My Simple No-Fail Method!)

'How to Make Homemade Fermented Sauerkraut (Pink Ginger Sauerkraut)

1 Head Green Cabbage

1 Head Purple Cabbage

2-3 tbsp Sea Salt

2-4 tbsp Fresh Ginger

1 Lemon Squeezed

1-2 cups Water

1) Gather the ingredients needed for the sauerkraut recipe you are planning make…

2)  Chop off the base of the cabbage and put aside for later…

3) Shred the heads of cabbage (using a hand-shredder or food processor)…

4) Combine shredded cabbage and all other ingredients in a large bowl…'

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The Hidden Cause of Psychiatric Disorders Almost No One Considers

'The Gut-Brain Connection From a proactive perspective, it's important to realize that you have the potential to take control over your health, including your mental or psychiatric health. Psychiatric conditions such as OCD are primarily believed to be the result of chemical dysfunction in your brain, or in some cases hereditary and therefore out of your control. 

Many fail to realize that a) your lifestyle can override genetic predispositions, and b) your lifestyle can be a major underlying cause of that chemical imbalance or dysfunction. So, there's plenty of reason to take a closer look at lifestyle factors such as diet and toxic exposures—whether you want to prevent a health condition, or treat it. 

 Some may object and say that a child hasn't had enough time to develop bad lifestyle habits, but when it comes to health problems related to the brain, the GUT is typically involved, and children are now increasingly BORN with damaged gut flora—courtesy of less than ideal lifestyle choices by the child's mother... In a very real sense, you have two brains: one inside your skull and one in your gut.' 


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They Outnumber Your Cells Ten to One but Researchers Show they Play a Crucial Role in Your Health

By Dr. Mercola

 'Probiotics, along with a host of other microorganisms, are so crucial to your health that researchers have compared them to "a newly recognized organ." In fact, your microflora – a term used to describe the bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes that make up your microbial inner ecosystem – impact far more than your digestive tract. 

 Researchers have found they may play key roles in the development of cancer, asthma, allergies, obesity, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and even brain, behavioral and emotional problems like ADHD, autism and depression. 

Rob Knight, a biologist at the University of Colorado, told theWashington Posti: "In terms of potential for human health, I would place it with stem cells as one of the two most promising areas of research at the moment… We're seeing an unprecedented rate of discovery.

 Everywhere we look, microbes seem to be involved." To put this into perspective, your body contains about 100 trillion cells, but only one in 10 is "human." The others? They're made up of bacteria and other microorganisms.'

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Your Appendix Could Save Your Life

 

'You may have heard that the appendix is a relic of our past, like the hind leg bones of a whale. Bill Parker, a professor of surgery at the Duke University School of Medicine, heard that, too; he just disagrees. 

 Parker thinks the appendix serves as a "nature reserve" for beneficial bacteria in our gut. When we get a severe gut infection such as cholera (which happened often during much of our history and is common in many regions even today), the bene­ficial bacteria in our gut are depleted. The appendix allows them to be re­stored. In essence, Parker sees the appendix as a sanctuary for our tiny mutualist friends, a place where there is always room at the inn.'

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Health Benefits of Kefir

'The health benefits of kefir are astounding. By adding this kefir probiotic drink to your diet on a daily basis you improve your health and build up a strong immune system, saving you hundreds of dollars in doctor's bills. Here are some reasons why you and your family should be having this healthy drink every day.'

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Kefir Recipe

'This kefir recipe is an easy way to make the healthiest drink possible. Learn how to make kefir, and you have self sufficient healing for you and your family, including healing of ulcers, gastrointestinal problems and sleep disorders. Plus kefir builds your immune system. The health benefits of kefir are so great that it's an essential for anyone seeking self sufficient healing.' 

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