Principal organ system

The human organism is made up of 11 main organ systems that work together to maintain life.

• The integumentary system consists of skin,hair,nails,sweat glands.It provides a protective covering for the body,helps to regulate body temperature and receives information about touch,pressure,temperature and pain.
• The skeletal system consists of bones,cartilage and ligaments.This provides support ,protects the body,stores calcium,produces blood cells and works with the muscular system to carry out movement.
• The muscular system consists of skeletal muscle,cardiac muscle,smooth muscle.It moves parts of skeleton like locomotion,pumps blood and moves internal materials.
• The nervous system consists of nerves and sense organs;brain and spinal cord.It is the principal regulatory system.It receives stimuli from the external and the internal environment and transmits impulses to muscles and glands.
• The endocrine system consists of pituitary,adrenal,thyroid and other ductless glands.This system works with the nervous system to regulate metabolic activities and body chemistry.It also secretes chemical messengers called hormones.
• The digestive system consists of mouth,esophagus,stomach,intestine,liver,pancreas and salivary glands.This system ingests and digests food,breaks down food and absorbs nutrients into the blood.
• The respiratory system consists of lungs,trachea and other air passageways.This system delivers oxygen to the blood and removes carbon dioxide from the body,maintains appropriate oxygen content and helps to regulate acid-base balance of blood.
• The cardiovascular system consists of heart,blood vessels and blood.It transports nutrients,oxygen,hormones and other substances to the body cells and carries wastes from the cells to the excretory organs,helps in maintaining fluid balance.
• The lymphatic(immune) system consists of lymph,lymphatic vessels,lymph nodes and other lymph structures.This systems collects excess tissue fluid and returns it to the blood,absorbs lipids from digestive tract and transports them to cardiovascular system and defends the body against organisms that cause disease.
• The urinary system consists of kidneys,bladder and associated ducts.This functions to excrete metabolic wastes and helps to regulate fluid balance and acid-base balance.
• The reproductive system consists of testes,ovaries and associated structures,The male reproductive system produces and delivers sperms ans the female reproductive system produces ova and incubates the developing offspring.Both systems release hormones that establish and maintain sexuality.

Levels of organization within the human body

The body is highly organized.The simplest level of organization is the chemical level,consisting of atoms and molecules.All matter is composed of chemical elements -pure chemical substances like iron,calcium or oxygen.About 98% of the human body is composed of 6 elements-oxygen,carbon,hydrogen,nitrogen,calcium and phosphorus.An atom is the smallest amount of a chemical element that has the characteristic properties of that element.Atoms can combine chemically to form molecules.For example,two atoms of hydrogen chemically combine to form one molecule of water.

Atoms and molecules associate to form the organelles and cells(building block of the body)of the cellular level.The human body is composed of about 100 trillion cells of many types,such as bone cells,muscle cells and blood cells.Cells vary in size and shape according to their function,most of them are so small that they can be seen only with a microscope.Each cell consists of specialized cell parts called organelles.One organelle,nucleus,serves as the information and control centre of the cell.Several other kinds of organelles scattered throughout the cell perform specific functions like breaking down fuel molecules to provide energy and manufacturing needed substances.

Cells associate to form tissues such as muscle or bone tissue.A tissue is a group of closely associated cells specialized to perform particular functions.The four main types of tissues are muscle tissue,nervous tissue,epithelial tissue and connective tissue.

Tissues may be organized to form organs such as the brain or heart.The heart consists mainly of muscle tissue but it is covered by epithelial tissue and also contains connective and nervous tissue.

Certain tissues and organs function together to make up an organ system or a body system.For example,the circulatory system consists of the heart,blood vessels,blood,lymph structures and several other organs.

The body systems work together to make up the human organism.

Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy:Anatomy is the science of body structure.

Physiology:It is the study of function,or how the body works.

The anatomy and physiology of the body are closely related.Each body part is precisely adapted for carrying out its specific job.For example,the stomach has muscular walls that help into churning and breaking down food.Its lining produces substances that break down food chemically.

Anatomy and physiology are broad fields with many sub disciplines.For example

Gross anatomy focuses on structures that can be studied by dissection.

Microscopic anatomy focuses on structures that can be studied with microscopes.

Cell biology is the study of the structure,function,and interaction of cells.

Appendix

Location:Appendix is a vestigial hollow tube which is closed at one end and is attached 

at the other end to the caecum,a blind pouch at the beginning of the large intestine 

into which the ileum opens from one side and which is continuous with the colon.

Structure:Appendix is usually 3 to 4 inches(8 to 10 cm)long and less than 0.5 inches(1.3cm)wide.The cavity of the appendix where it joins the caecum is much narrower than at its closed end.It has muscular walls that expel the mucous secretions of the appendiceal walls or any of the intestinal contents that have worked their way into the structure into the caecum.When the appendix is prevented from emptying itself or anything blocks its opening,appendicitis may occur.Swelling of the lining appendiceal walls can also block the opening and the most common obstruction in the opening is a faecalith.

Function:The appendix has no function in modern humans, however it is believed to have been part of the digestive system.New studies prove that the appendix may produce and protect bacteria that are beneficial in the function of the human colon.

Diseases:The most common diseases of the appendix (in humans) are appendicitis and carcinoid tumors.Appendicitis is a painful swelling and infection of the appendix.It is a medical emergency.

Abdominal pain is the main symptom of appendicitis.The second symptom is loss of appetite which may lead to nausea and vomiting.Nausea and vomiting occur due to the obstruction of intestine.

Appendectomy is the surgery to remove the appendix which is the standard treatment for appendicitis.

How To Make Your Own Baby Cosmetics

Conventionally produced cosmetics and personal care products often contain poisonous substances, many of which were synthetically derived from petrochemicals. These ingredients have the potential for causing cancer, birth defects, central nervous system disorders, allergic respiratory reactions, and skin and eye irritations. Many chemicals found in cosmetics don't cause immediate visible signs of toxicity, but affect our health negatively over time through repeated use.

That's the bad news. The good news is that we can do something about it. As parents, making our own baby products on the basis of all natural ingredients not only saves us money, but also ensures that our babies' delicate immune systems and developing bodies are not unduly taxed by toxic and allergenic ingredients.

Even better, baby products using simple, natural ingredients are easy to make. You can pick up most of the ingredients you will need on your next trip to the local shops. Supermarkets and natural food stores carry almost everything you will need, and specialist ingredients should be available in your pharmacy.

Baby massage oil is one of the most versatile baby products. It can be used on baby's skin, in the bath, or massaged into the scalp to treat cradle cap. Baby massage is one of the most fulfilling forms of nurturing you can give your child. It aids digestion, relieves colic, eases tension, regulates breathing, and spurs growth. Massage offers your infant not only the comfort and stimulus of touch, but a full range of enriching sensual experiences: eye contact, a soothing voice, and a familiar scent.

You can make your own baby oil using pure almond oil, which is hypoallergenic and has a slightly warming effect on the body, aiding relaxation. If your baby is allergic to seed and nut oils, you can use olive oil as a base instead. For babies older than 6 months, you may wish to experiment by adding a few drops of essential oil to the base oil. Excellent choices for babies include lavender (to achieve a relaxing, sedative effect), geranium (to ease nervous tension and to counteract negative moods), myrrh (to ease coughs, colds, and bronchitis - also beneficial for digestive problems such as colic in infants), and ylang ylang (use sparingly for a highly relaxing and uplifting effect).

Baby wipes are another product which you are sure to use every day. Why not make them yourself? You will save money, and your baby's delicate skin will thank you.

To make your own wipes, mix one fourth cup of almond or olive oil with two cups of distilled water and one fourth cup of baby shampoo (choose a natural brand). To this, add 8 drops of lavender essential oil and 5 drops of tea tree oil (optional). Now, prepare a roll of paper towels to become baby wipes. First, cut it in half. You now have two short rolls. Remove the cardboard center. Place a short roll in an airtight, waterproof container (you can use an old baby wipe box or a tupperware container) and pour the solution over the towels. Put the lid back on the box and turn it upside down so the solution is absorbed. Alternatively, if you use cloth or flannel wipes, keep the solution in a jar or spray bottle and apply as needed.

Even the most well cared for baby bottoms occasionally suffer a bout of diaper rash. Most diaper rash creams on the market today are formulated on the basis of bee's wax, and many do-it-yourself recipes contain the same ingredient. If you wish to avoid animal products, you can use jojoba oil instead. Jojoba oil is perfect for baby skin due to its great nutritional properties. Its structure is very close to human sebum so it is easily absorbed.

Jojoba oil allows the skin to breathe, unlike other oils. It nourishes the skin and moisturizes it at the same time. To further enhance these beneficial properties add 5 drops of tea tree or lavender essential oil (both act as anti-bacterial agents) for every 2 ounces of oil. Wheat germ oil with its naturally high Vitamin E content complements this jojoba oil mixture. Adding a few drops will also help preserve this product. Pure Vitamin E Oil is a good alternative if you cannot find wheat germ oil.

by: Katharina Bishop

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Warning! Flu Shots Can Be Dangerous To Your Health

Every year about this time doctors around the world are recommending that people go in and get their annual flu shot. What most people don’t know or understand is just how dangerous this could be, especially for children under the age of 12. When people call and say “My doctor is telling the family to go in and get a flu shot. Should I do it?”…I tell them they should learn about the side effects and decide for themselves…as a chiropractor and naturopathic physician I don’t’ have the time or energy to argue with family practitioners or family doctors who are obviously uneducated on the possible side effects or detrimental effects flu shots or vaccinations in general can have on the body.

I personally have never received a flu shot and have never been ill during the flu season. In my personal opinion I don’t think toxic chemicals and strains of different viruses growing on living tissue belong inside the body. Because of the demand, I want to share with you some of the research that we have found in the latest flu shot trend and the by-products of these supposedly sterile and non-harmful solutions.

I don’t know about you, but I sure would not want any of the following compounds in my bloodstream or deposited in my body. Let’s look at what we have found in the common vaccinations:

Ethylene Glycol: Ethylene Glycol is nothing more than the technical name for anti-freeze, the same stuff that you put inside your car engine. I don’t think I have to tell you what would happen if you ingest antifreeze.

Thimerosal: This is a mercury derived disinfectant and preservative which is used in a majority of the vaccinations and can result in brain injury over a long period of time leading into Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s Disease, lack of memory, sluggish brain performance and also is known to induce auto-immune diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, ALS as well as altering and depleting the immune system from working efficiently.

Phenol: Phenol is most commonly used as a disinfectant, also used as a dye, is listened as a carcinogenic agent (cancer-causing) agent and is also known as carbolic acid.

Neomycin and Streptomycin: These compounds are used as antibiotics which have side effects to include severe allergic reactions in some people. It always puzzled me why they are putting two different forms of antibiotics in a viral vaccine.

Aluminum: Aluminum accumulates in the skin, bones, brain and kidneys and can cause Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Aluminum has also caused cancer in laboratory mice. It is commonly used as an additive in most vaccinations.

Formaldehyde: Formaldehyde is used as a preservative. It is also classified as a carcinogenic (cancer-causing agent) and causes the body fluids to become acidic in nature. Formaldehyde will start to preserve your tissues within the body.

I hope that when your doctor starts telling you that it is time for your annual flu vaccine you will present this material to him and ask him how all of these ingredients are going to prevent you from getting the flu. I’ll be very interested in knowing what his answer is to that question. As a side note just to let you know what is being injected to your body, these vaccines are strained through animal or human tissues like chicken embryos, monkey kidney tissue and embryonic guinea pig cells, to name a few.

So what am I supposed to do if I don’t listen to my doctor and I decide not to get an annual flu shot? Well, you have probably made the smartest decision you have ever made in your entire life. So let me give you 5 Simple Secrets and Bonuses to Sailing Through The Flu Season:

Secret #1: Reduce your intake of caffeine, alcohol and carbonated beverages and replace with purified water with addition of organic apple cider vinegar added. Two tablespoons per gallon or a capful per glass. Ideally, you should drink at least ½ gallon of water each day.

Secret #2: Reduce intake of refined white sugar, white flour, sweets, refined grains and hydrogenated oils. Try not to over-eat, especially during the holidays. Try to get adequate exercise—at least 3 times per week. The more you move, the better your lymph system is able to move toxic materials out of the body.

Secret #3: Zinc. In a majority of the studies that have been done during the flu season many people have prevented the flu by taking supplements of zinc. Zinc is one of the most powerful immune stimulants and is powerful anti-viral. There are a lot of different forms of zinc and you have to be careful on which one you choose. Therefore I recommend the best and most absorbable form of zinc which is zinc orotate. If you cannot find this form of zinc at your local health food store or natural health care practitioner contact Global Healing Center at 713.476.0016 orstaff@globalhealingcenter.com. Do not take zinc at the same time you eat or drink citrus fruits or juices. It will diminish the effectiveness of the zinc.

Secret #4: Eat as close to nature as possible. This means to eat food that is considered “live.” Include raw fruits (seasonal), vegetables and nuts and seeds as much as possible in your diet. If possible, buy organic or from a local farmer’s market. Make sure that you thoroughly wash your fruits and vegetables before consuming. Vegetables may be steamed lightly or used in nourishing soups and stews. Adding fresh garlic to your diet is also recommended.

Secret #5: Eliminate stress and negative emotions. Being negative and allowing stress to affect you can quickly bring down the immune system. Learn to say no to activities that will over-tax your schedule. Spend time alone each day and read positive books, listen to good music or practice meditation. Train your mind to find the positive or good in every situation and treat all of these situations as a learning experience. Don’t go around playing the “victim” in life.

BONUS! Secret #6: Colloidal Silver, Oxygenator and Oregano Oil: Colloidal silver has been around for hundreds of years and has been used as a natural antibiotic which promotes healing. It can also be used as a nasal spray and as eardrops. Oxygenator is a safe, stable, inorganic compound of oxygen and chlorine-containing products, in a colorless and odorless aqueous medium. Oxygenator is known to release chlorine dioxide (CL02), and the product has demonstrated efficacy as an anti-inflammatory, broad spectrum, bactericidal, fungicidal, as well as a virucidal agent. The Chemistry Literature verifies this triple-threat ability of CL02. Oregano Oil is a powerful germ and painkiller. An article published in Phytotherapy Research describes how oregano oil superceded anti-inflammatory drugs in reversing pain and inflammation and is nearly as powerful as morphine as a painkiller. The oil also possesses significant antioxidant powers. Furthermore, it stimulates the flow of bile, which greatly aids digestion. Keep these three products in your medicine cabinet at all times. All three are available fromwww.globalhealingcenter.com or call 713.476.0016.

SUPER BONUS!! Extra Tips and Suggestions

• Get adequate sleep and rest. The body does the most healing between the hours of sundown and midnight. It is impossible to “catch-up” on sleep.
• Wash your hands frequently. Rinse and dry your hands thoroughly and keep them away from your eyes, nose, and mouth. If you sneeze use a tissue and throw it away as soon as possible.
• Buy a new toothbrush frequently. Toothbrushes can harbor viruses and prolong an illness.
• Eucalyptus Oil is good for relieving congestion. Put 6 drops in a hot bath or in boiling water, put a towel over your head and inhale the vapors. You can also diffuse it through an essential oil diffuser.
• Dairy Products. Dairy can be very mucous causing not to mention the fact that many people have an allergy to cow’s milk and don’t even know it.
• 3 Drops of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide in each ear 3x daily for 5 days helps relieve flu symptoms.

With many flu seasons ahead I felt it was finally time to break the silence and reveal these secrets to as many people as possible. I have come to the conclusion that your Dr. doesn’t want you to know about the detrimental effects of flu shots and vaccinations. Please feel free to share this article with your friends, family and loved ones. I wish you a happy and healthy holiday season. Don’t forget to check all the information and research articles on our continually up-dated website: www.globalhealingcenter.com

 by: DR. Edward F. Group III

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Thyroid Dysfunction, its Symtoms & Treatment

Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland situated under the pituitary gland does not produce the required amount of thyroid hormone. This hormone is necessary for proper functioning of the cells of our body and assist in metabolism. Any deficiency in this hormone would result in a host of problems in the human body.

There many people around the world with some form of hypothyroidism or thyroid dysfunction without even knowing that they have that disorder.Surgery, medications, iodine deficiency, dysfunction of the pituitary gland, and thyroid gland inflammation are some of the causes of hypothyroidism. The other causes of hypothyroidism could be chronic fatigue and weakness, weight gain or difficulty in losing weight, dry and rough skin, and abnormal menstrual cycles.

The symptoms of hypothyroidism is often associated with the symptoms of candida over growth and other fungal diseases. Diagnoses are the important one in the treatment of hypothyroidism. Diagnoses are always related with the symptoms of hypothyroidism. The other symptoms of hypothyroidism are mild swelling of the feet and legs, heavy lower eyelids, pain in the wrist due to compression of nerves.

The symptoms of hypothyroidism can be the list given above and also decreased sex drive, memory loss, depression and irritability, constipation, muscle cramps, hair loss or dry hair, and intolerance to cold. These symptoms should be watched for and treatment should be taken accordingly with the help of a medical practitioner or a health care provider.Hypothyroidism is diagnosed by a blood test. The TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland) level and T4 levels in the blood are tested.

The T4 level is the main thyroid hormone. The doctor who is checking these levels should be well aware to compare the TSH and T4 levels with the symptoms to identify whether the person is suffering from hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is the over production of the thyroid hormone. Levothyroxine is administered for persons suffering from hypothyroidism. This is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is administered to compensate for the lower production of the hormone in our body.

Natural remedies for hypothyroidism are effective method. The herbs used in the natural remedies for hypothyroidism help to maintain healthy thyroid functioning. The herbs used in the natural treatment for hypothyroidism are fucus vesiculosis, it is a sea vegetable it contain iodine. Avena sativa is used for nerve disorder it is known as nerve tonic.

by: Balaji .B

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