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Health Tutorials. they are invaluable.. PLEASE KEEP IT SAVED.



 

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Interactive Health Tutorials

The tutorials listed below are interactive health education resources from the
Patient Education Institute. Using animated graphics each tutorial explains a procedure or condition in easy-to-read language. You can also listen to the tutorial.

NOTE: These tutorials require a special Flash plug-in, version 6 or above... If you do not have Flash, you will be prompted to obtain a free download of the software before you start the tutorial.

• Diseases and Conditions
• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
• Acne
• AIDS
• Allergies to Dust Mites
• Alopecia
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• Angina
• Anthrax
• Arrhythmias
• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Atrial Fibrillation
• Avian Influenza
• Back Pain - How to Prevent
• Bell's Palsy
• Brain Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• Burns
• Cataracts
• Cerebral Palsy
• Cold Sores (Herpes)
• Colon Cancer
• Congestive Heart Failure
• COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
• Crohn's Disease
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Depression
• Diabetes - Eye Complications
• Diabetes - Foot Care
• Diabetes - Introduction
• Diabetes - Meal Planning
• Diverticulosis
• Endometriosis
• Epstein Barr (Mononucleosis)
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Fibromyalgia
• Flashes and Floaters
• Fractures and Sprains
• Ganglion Cysts
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Glaucoma
• Gout
• Hearing Loss
• Heart Attack
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
• Hypoglycemia
• Incisional Hernia
• Influenza
• Inguinal Hernia
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Kidney Failure
• Kidney Stones
• Leishmaniasis
• Leukemia
• Low Testosterone
• Lung Cancer
• Lupus
• Lyme Disease
• Macular Degeneration
• Malaria
• Melanoma
• Meningitis
• Menopause
• Migraine Headache
• Mitral Valve Prolapse
• Multiple Myeloma
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Myasthenia Gravis
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Otitis Media
• Ovarian Cancer
• Ovarian Cysts
• Pancreatitis
• Parkinson's Disease
• Pneumonia
• Prostate Cancer - What is it?
• Psoriasis
• Retinal Tear and Detachment
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Rotator Cuff Injuries
• Sarcoidosis
• Scabies
• Seizures and Epilepsy
• Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Shingles
• Skin Cancer
• Sleep Disorders
• Smallpox
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
• Tennis Elbow
• Tinnitus
• Trigeminal Neuralgia
• Tuberculosis
• Ulcerative Colitis
• Umbilical Hernia
• Uterine Fibroids
• Varicose Veins
• Vasculitis
• Warts
• Tests and Diagnostic Procedures
• Amniocentesis
• Barium Enema
• Bone Densitometry
• Breast Lumps - Biopsy
• Bronchoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Colposcopy
• Coronary Angiogram and Angioplasty
• CT Scan (CAT Scan)
• Cystoscopy - Female
• Cystoscopy - Male
• Echocardiogram
• Echocardiography Stress Test
• IVP (Intra Venous Pyelogram)
• Knee Arthroscopy
• Laparoscopy
• Mammogram
• MRI
• Myelogram
• Newborn Screening
• Pap Smear
• Shoulder Arthroscopy
• Sigmoidoscopy
• Ultrasound
• Upper GI Endoscopy
• Surgery and Treatment Procedures
• Aorto-Bifemoral Bypass
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Carotid Endarterectomy
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Chemotherapy
• Cholecystectomy - Open Laparoscopic (Gallbladder Removal Surgery)
• Clinical Trials
• Colon Cancer Surgery
• Colostomy
• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
• C-Section
• Dilation and Curettage (D & C)
• General Anesthesia
• Heart Valve Replacement
• Hemorrhoid Surgery
• Hip Replacement
• Hip Replacement - Physical Therapy
• Hysterectomy
• Knee Replacement
• LASIK
• Massage Therapy
• Neurosurgery - What is it?
• Open Heart Surgery - What to Expect?
• Pacemakers
• Preparing for Surgery
• Prostate Cancer - Radiation Therapy
• Shoulder Replacement
• Sinus Surgery
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Thyroid Surgery
• Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
• TURP (Prostate Surgery)
• Vaginal Birth
• Vasectomy
• Prevention and Wellness
• Back Exercises
• Coumadin - Introduction
• Exercising for a Healthy Heart
• Managing Cholesterol
• Muscles
• Preventing Strokes
• Smoking - The Facts  

 Dharam Patel  

Difference Between 1G, 2G, 2.5G, 3G, Pre-4G and 4G

Difference Between Image and Picture IMAGE - An image of your self or anyone (Usually taken through Camera) PICTURE - A Picture is to draw something in the computer/real life. Difference Between 1G, 2G, 2.5G, 3G, Pre-4G and 4G 1G is the first generation celullar network that existed in 1980s. It transfer data (only voice) in analog wave, it has limitation because there are no encryption, the sound quality is poor and the speed of transfer is only at 9.6kbps. 2G is the second one, improved by introducing the concept of digital modulation, which means converting the voice(only) into digital code(in your phone) and then into analog signals(imagine that it flys in the air). Being digital, they overcame some of the limitations of 1G, such as it omits the radio power from handsets making life more healthier, and it has enhanced privacy. 2.5G is a transition of 2G and 3G. In 2.5G, the most popular services like SMS (short messaging service), GPRS, EDGE, High Speed Circuit switched data, and more had been introduced. 3G is the current generation of mobile telecommunication standards. It allows simultaneous use of speech and data services and offers data rates of up to 2 Mbps, which provide servcies like video calls, mobile TV, mobile Internet and downloading. There are a bunch of technologies that fall under 3G, like WCDMA, EV-DO, and HSPA and others. In telecommunications, 4G is the fourth generation of cellular wireless standards. It is a successor to the 3G and 2G families of standards. In 2008, the ITU-R organization specified the IMT-Advanced (International Mobile Telecommunications Advanced) requirements for 4G standards, setting peak speed requirements for 4G service at 100 Mbit/s for high mobility communication (such as from trains and cars) and 1 Gbit/s for low mobility communication (such as pedestrians and stationary users) A 4G system is expected to provide a comprehensive and secure all-IP based mobile broadband solution to laptop computer wireless modems, smartphones, and other mobile devices. Facilities such as ultra-broadband Internet access, IP telephony, gaming services, and streamed multimedia may be provided to users. PRE-4G technologies such as mobile WiMAX and Long term evolution (LTE) have been on the market since 2006 and 2009 respectively, and are often branded as 4G. The current versions of these technologies did not fulfill the original ITU-R requirements of data rates approximately up to 1 Gbit/s for 4G systems. Marketing materials use 4G as a description for LTE and Mobile-WiMAX in their current forms. Definition of above mentioned terms/words are taken from different professionals and web sources. It is possible that you may found some differences in the above definitions as it depend on professional to professional. In this case, you may share your views with us or you can search through Internet for more clarification Dharam Patel With Love

Non-Vegetarian Food Additives

VeggieGlobal's Nutrition Guide Non-Vegetarian Food Additives (Listed by E Numbers)

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Identifying food additives
It can be difficult to determine if some types of additives are derived from animals or not. This is because it all depends on how the additive has been manufactured in the first place. In Europe and Australia food additives are listed by a labelling system called "E Numbers". However, the use of E Numbers on ingredients lists has become unfashionable, particularly in the UK. This is because the representation of E Numbers tend to be associated with the negative health affects on the consumer. Psycologically, it seems that printing out the full name of the additive (even though the additve names themselves seem completly "foreign" and unpronouncable!), gives the consumer more confidence about their purchase.
Below is a list of additives arranged by their E Numbers, which either always contain animals or those which sometimes may - depending on how the additive was sourced to begin with. All other E Numbers not listed here are to the best of our knowledge always vegetarian.
NOTE for US and non E Number countries: If you would prefer to read a table with just the additive names in alphabetical order (no E Numbers) then click here
Key to the colour-coded table below:

Definitely of animal origin

Possibly of animal origin

Red background indicates additives which are always derived from animals. Those in grey boxes are additives, which could be made from either animal or vegetable origins; in which case the grey area additives should be treated with caution. Some of the grey area additives also give an indicator that they may be unsuitable for vegans.
If a food or beauty product is not clearly labelled get in touch with them and ask questions - make a fuss!
In the meantime, don't forget to vote on the Ethical Labelling Campaign.
You may also want to take this list with you when you go shopping so click here for a printer-friendly version

E Number		Additive Name
120		Cochineal, Carminic acid, Carmines Natural Red 4 - colouring A colouring that makes many foods red. Found in alcoholic drinks, fruit pie fillings, jams, many sweets and even cheeses. Cochineal is made from the female insect found on cacti called Dactylopius Coccus. She is boiled alive or left to "cook" alive through sun exposure. Cochineal is the result of crushing scales of the insect into a red powder.
153		Carbon Black, Vegetable Carbons - colouring If the description on product packaging says "Vegetable Carbons", then it is most likely free of animal derivatives. (but could be derived from GM crops!) But if the additive is described as "Carbon Black", it 's more likely to be derived from various parts of animals.
161g		Canthaxanthin (Natural Orange Colour Xanthophylls) - colouring. Be aware that although Canthaxanthin is usually derived from plant material, it can sometimes be made from fish and invertebrates with hard shells.
252		Potassium Nitrate (Saltpetre) - Preservative Saltpetre is usually assumed to be of natural origins but it can be artificially manufactured from waste animal matter. Potassium nitrate is often found in smoked type cheeses - so even if the cheese contains vegetable rennet and not animal rennet, it may contain potassium nitrate made from animal waste, so check with the cheese manufacturer to determine the source of the potassium nitrate.
270		Lactic Acid - Antioxidant Can be obtained from whey so Vegan's should determine the source of the ingredient by contacting manufacturers. Lactic Acid can be found in carbonated drinks, beer, dressings and various tinned products.
322		Lecithins - Emulsifier and Stabilizer Some Lecithin contains egg yolks so not suitable for Vegans. Other main sources of Lecithin are from soya bean oil and is likely to be genetically modified (if sourced from countries such as the US) Lecithin can also be directly obtained from animal fat.
325		Sodium Lactate - Antioxidant Sodium Lactate is the salt of Lactic Acid. (see E270 above)
326		Potassium Lactate - Antioxidant / Acidity Regulator Another type of salt derived from Lactic Acid. (see E270 above)
327		Calcium Lactate - Antioxidant Another type of salt derived from Lactic Acid. (see E270 above)
422		Glycerol (Humectant, Solvent, Sweet Glycerin) - Sweetener There is contention surrounding the origins of Glycerol. Through various industrial reselling practices, a majority of glycerine originates as a by-product of soap manufacturing. Many soaps are manufactured using animal fats. This indicates that even though glycerine occurs naturally in plants, what ends up in food and soap products mostly originates from animals.
430 - 436		Polyoxyethylene - Emulsifiers and Stabilisers E numbers 430 to 436 are various types of polyoxyethlene: E430 Polyoxyethylene (8) stearate (Emulsifier / Stabiliser) E431 Polyoxyethylene (40) stearate (Emulsifier) E432 Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monolaurate (polysorbate 20 Emulsifier) E433 Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monooleate (polysorbate 80 Emulsifier) E434 Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monopalmitate (polysorbate 40 Emulsifier) E435 Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monostearate (polysorbate 60 Emulsifier) E436 Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan tristearate (polysorbate 65 Emulsifier) These additives are very unlikely to originate from animals as they are normally derived from various types of fruit. It may still be worth checking with manufactures as to the exact origins of the ingredients which make up these Emulsifiers and stabilisers.
441		Gelatine - Emulsifier / Gelling Agent You may not find this E number 441 on food ingredients listings anymore because instead of an additive, Gelatine has now been classed as food (made of animal skin and hoofs) in it's own right. Remember, all types of gelatine are animal based and can be found in dairy products like yoghurts, plus many kinds of confectionery, jellies and other sweets.
442		Ammonium phosphatides - Emulsifier Amonium phosphatides can sometimes be made using Glycerol (see 422 above) Therefore the finished additive may contain animal fat.
470a		Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids - Emulsifier / Anti-caking Agent As 470 is derived from fatty acids, these may originate from animal sources.
470b		Magnesium Stearate - Emulsifier / Anti-caking Agent This is another magnesium salt from fatty acids and like 470a, may originate from animal sources.
471		Mono- and Diglycerides of fatty acids (glyceryl monostearate, glyceryl distearate) - Emulsifier Because E471 is derived from Glycerine (Glycerol) (see E422 above), there may be a slim chance that E471 might contain animal fats.
472 a - f		E472 A to F are emulsifiers related to the mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids family: E472a Acetic acid esters E472b Lactic acid esters E472c Citric acid esters E472d Tartaric acid esters E472e Mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters E472f Mixed acetic and tartaric acid esters Because the E472 family is derived from Glycerine (Glycerol) (see E422 above), there may be a slim chance that any of these might contain animal fats.
473		Sucrose esters of fatty acids - Emulsifier E473 is a sucrose ester of E471, being fatty acids, which may be derived from animals.
474		Sucroglyceride - Emulsifier E474 is a glyceride of sucrose ester of E471, being fatty acids, which may be derived from animals.
475		Polyglycerol esters of fatty acids - Emulsifier Being an ester of fatty acids which may be derived from animals.
476		Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate - Emulsifier As this is produced from glycol esters the glycerol can be sourced from a by-product of animal fats in the manufacturing of soap.
477		Propane-1, 2-diol esters of fatty acids, propylene glycol esters of fatty acids - Emulsifier The glycol esters of fatty acids can be sourced from a by-product of animal fats in the manufacturing of soap.
478		Lactylated fatty acid esters of glycerol and propane-1 - Emulsifier See 477 above
479b		Thermally oxidized soya bean oil interacted with mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids - Emulsifier See 471 above
481		Sodium Stearoyl-2-lactylate - Emulsifier See 471 above and 270 (contains Lactic Acid and Stearic Acid)
482		Calcium Stearoyl-2-lactylate - Emulsifier See 471 above and 270 (contains Lactic Acid and Stearic Acid)
483		Stearyl tartrate - Emulsifier See 471 above
491		Sorbitan monostearate - Emulsifier and Stabilizer From stearic acid and is used in dried yeast. Stearic acid is found in vegetable and animal fats, but commercial production is usually synthetic. See also 570
492		Sorbitan Tristearate - Emulsifier See 491
493		Sorbitan Monolaurate - Emulsifier See 491
494		Sorbitan Monooleate - Emulsifier See 491
495		Sorbitan Monopalmitate - Emulsifier See 491
542		Bone phosphate - Anti-caking agent
570		Stearic Acid Fatty Acid - Anti-caking agent Stearic acid is found in vegetable and animal fats, but commercial production is usually synthetic. Often used in dried yeast.
572		Magnesium stearate, calcium stearate - Emulsifier and Anti-caking agent See Stearic Acid 570
585		Ferrous lactate - Colouring A lactate is a compound formed when a mineral is bound to lactic acid. This is why additives named as a lactate may have been derived from an animal source such as whey. (see 270)
631		Disodium inosinate - Flavour enhancer Almost always made from animals and fish
635		Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides - Flavour enhancer Often made from animals
640		Glycine and its sodium salt - Flavour enhancer Can sometimes be prepared from gelatine.
901		Beeswax - white and yellow - Glazing Agent Not suitable for Vegans.
904		Shellac - Glazing Agent Shellac is a resin secreted by an insect called the lac bug Laccifer lacca Kerr (Coccidae) . It is often unclear as to whether the insect is killed in the process of commercially obtaining shellac as the resin is left by the insect on various plants. Whether this resin is harvested as a residue or extracted by directly killing the insects needs further investigation.
910		L-cysteine - Improving agent Produced commercially from animal and human hair (and feathers). When produced from animal hair it is almost certain that all L-cysteine is taken from slaughtered animals. When human hair is used it is often sourced from women in third-world countries. L-cysteine is used as an additive in around 5% of bread and other bakery products. It is not used in wholemeal bread or other wholemeal bakery products.
920		L-cysteine hydrochloride - Improving agent Produced from L-cystine (see 910 above)
921		L-cysteine hydrochloride monohydrate - Improving agent Produced from L-cystine (see 910 above)
966		Lactitol - Sweetener Derived from Lactose, commercially prepared using whey, so unsuitable for vegans.

Eating Fruits - opened my eyes.

Dharam With Love Eating Fruits - opened my eyes.  EATING FRUIT... It's long but very informative � We all think eating fruits means just buying fruits, cutting it and just popping it into our mouths. It's not as easy as you think. It's important to know how and when to eat. � What is the correct way of eating fruits? � IT MEANS NOT EATING FRUITS AFTER YOUR MEALS! * FRUITS SHOULD BE EATEN ON AN EMPTY STOMACH. � If you eat fruit like that, it will play a major role to detoxify your system, supplying you with a great deal of energy for weight loss and other life activities. � FRUIT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT FOOD. Let's say you eat two slices of bread and then a slice of fruit. The slice of fruit is ready to go straight through the stomach into the intestines, but it is prevented from doing so. � In the meantime the whole meal rots and ferments and turns to acid. The minute the fruit comes into contact with the food in the stomach and digestive juices, the entire mass of food begins to spoil..... � So please eat your fruits on an empty stomach or before your meals! You have heard people complaining — every time I eat watermelon I burp, when I eat durian my stomach bloats up, when I eat a banana I feel like running to the toilet, etc — actually all this will not arise if you eat the fruit on an empty stomach. The fruit mixes with the putrefying other food and produces gas and hence you will bloat! � Graying hair, balding, nervous outburst, and dark circles under the eyes all these will NOT happen if you take fruits on an empty stomach. � There is no such thing as some fruits, like orange and lemon are acidic, because all fruits become alkaline in our body, according to Dr. Herbert Shelton who did research on this matter. If you have mastered the correct way of eating fruits, you have the Secret of beauty, longevity, health, energy, happiness and normal weight. � When you need to drink fruit juice - drink only fresh fruit juice, NOT from the cans. Don't even drink juice that has been heated up. Don't eat cooked fruits because you don't get the nutrients at all. You only get to taste. Cooking destroys all the vitamins. � But eating a whole fruit is better than drinking the juice. If you should drink the juice, drink it mouthful by mouthful slowly, because you must let it mix with your saliva before swallowing it. You can go on a 3-day fruit fast to cleanse your body. Just eat fruits and drink fruit juice throughout the 3 days and you will be surprised when your friends tell you how radiant you look! � KIWI: Tiny but mighty. This is a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E & fiber. Its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange. � APPLE: An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Although an apple has a low vitamin C content, it has antioxidants & flavonoids which enhances the activity of vitamin C thereby helping to lower the risks of colon cancer, heart attack & stroke. � STRAWBERRY: Protective Fruit. Strawberries have the highest total antioxidant power among major fruits & protect the body from cancer-causing, blood vessel-clogging free radicals. � ORANGE : Sweetest medicine. Taking 2-4 oranges a day may help keep colds away, lower cholesterol, prevent & dissolve kidney stones as well as lessens the risk of colon cancer. � WATERMELON: Coolest thirst quencher. Composed of 92% water, it is also packed with a giant dose of glutathione, which helps boost our immune system. They are also a key source of lycopene — the cancer fighting oxidant. Other nutrients found in watermelon are vitamin C & Potassium. � GUAVA & PAPAYA: Top awards for vitamin C. They are the clear winners for their high vitamin C content.. Guava is also rich in fiber, which helps prevent constipation.. Papaya is rich in carotene; this is good for your eyes. � Drinking Cold water after a meal = Cancer! Can u believe this?? For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you. It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion. Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine.. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal. � A serious note about heart attacks HEART ATTACK PROCEDURE': (THIS IS NOT A JOKE!) Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting. Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line. You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. Sixty percent of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware. The more we know the better chance we could survive. � A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this mail sends it to 10 people, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life. Read this....It could save your life!   ......

Olympic Tower 2016 - Rio de Janeiro

DHARAM With Love........

Olympic Tower 2016 - Rio de Janeiro  This vertical structure will be placed in Cotonduba Island . It will be both a observation Tower , and a welcome sign for the visitors arriving by air and by Sea at Rio de Janeiro , where the Olympic Games 2016 will take place. The project is from Zurique, and utilizes solar energy during the day with its solo Power panels, to pump the sea water as seen in the model. The movement of the water will be also utilized to turn the turbines And produce the power to work the system at night time.      In the Solo City Tower is the Cafe anfiteatre, auditórium, shops etc. E lifts will take the visitors to the top,           Where the view will be fantastic, and bungee jumping will have a special platform.

Honeymoon Island - Maldives

Honeymoon Island - Maldives Maldives are known for their breathtaking beauty and crystal clear turquoise waters surrounding white beaches. An example of such beauty is a luxury hotel Diva Resort. Quiet location away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life - a true paradise for a relaxing swimming and snorkeling. Just one hour boat ride separates guests Diva Resort of the best places in the world ocean with the most rich underwater world. By the way, 6-foot whale sharks here is quite common. Hotel guests stay in villas, floating on the water in a beautiful lagoon, with its own access to the sea. The floors in the villa are covered with Maldivian wood in traditional style, Egyptian linens and blankets from Paris, adding a sense of comfort and luxury. Interior finish repeats the colors of the lagoon and executed in turquoise, white and beige. Restaurant at Diva Resort will delight guests a wide variety of high quality dishes ranging from local delicacies and ending delights from around the world. 24-hour room service allows you to enjoy all this without leaving their favorite number. For those wishing to tie the knot at the Hotel Diva Resort offer special services for the wedding ceremony. Also here welcome the newlyweds and just love. Romantic getaway in this luxurious hotel is provided to you.