#Non-pharmaceutical options

[healthmonastery]

Natural Home Remedies for Migraine Relief

Migraines are more than just headaches; they can be debilitating, affecting your daily life and productivity. While medications are available to help manage the pain, many people seek natural alternatives to avoid potential side effects. In this blog post, we’ll explore some effective home remedies for migraine relief, helping you find comfort and alleviate your migraine symptoms. Home Remedies…

[writerblogs]



Breaking the Sweat Barrier: Unveiling Advances in the Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market

The Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market is experiencing a transformative phase, offering hope to millions who grapple with excessive sweating. As medical understanding and technological innovations converge, the market is evolving to provide effective solutions that enhance the quality of life for those affected by this often-overlooked condition.

Hyperhidrosis: A Profound Impact on Daily Life

Excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, extends beyond the realms of ordinary perspiration, causing profound physical discomfort and emotional distress. From dampened palms that hinder social interactions to sweat-soaked clothing that affects self-confidence, hyperhidrosis can disrupt daily routines and mental well-being. The Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market acknowledges these challenges and is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals battling this condition.

Market Dynamics and Treatment Options

The Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market has witnessed significant growth as awareness about hyperhidrosis has increased. This growth is attributed to a range of treatment options that cater to varying degrees of severity. While topical treatments and antiperspirants offer relief for some, more advanced approaches like iontophoresis, Botox injections, and surgical interventions target excessive sweating at its root causes. Iontophoresis, for instance, utilizes electrical currents to reduce sweat gland activity, while Botox injections temporarily block nerve signals responsible for sweat production.

Advancements in Technology and Research

The convergence of medical research and technological innovation is reshaping the Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market. Emerging non-invasive techniques, such as microwave thermolysis  and laser therapy, offer precise and effective options with minimal downtime. These advancements not only provide targeted solutions but also underscore the market's commitment to improving patient experiences and outcomes.

Addressing the Stigma and Mental Health Impact

Hyperhidrosis not only affects physical well-being but also takes a toll on mental health. The embarrassment and self-consciousness associated with visible sweating can lead to anxiety and isolation. The Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market recognizes the significance of addressing both the physical symptoms and the emotional impact. Treatment providers and support networks are crucial in creating a safe space for individuals to discuss their experiences and seek appropriate solutions.

Future Prospects: A Life Unburdened by Excessive Sweating

As the Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market evolves, its trajectory is marked by optimism and progress. Ongoing research efforts seek to refine existing treatments and explore innovative avenues for managing hyperhidrosis. Additionally, patient education and awareness campaigns are vital in erasing the stigma surrounding excessive sweating and encouraging those affected to seek help without hesitation.

In conclusion, the Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market is a beacon of hope for individuals whose lives are hindered by excessive sweating. By offering diverse and evolving treatment options, the market is providing solutions that empower individuals to regain control of their lives and enhance their overall well-being. As research and technology continue to advance, the market's potential to redefine the experience of living with hyperhidrosis remains promising.

[lifewithchronicpain]

New questions are being raised about the effectiveness of an experimental analgesic and whether it can be a viable alternative to opioid pain medication.

Results from Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ Phase 2 clinical trial show that suzetrigine is essentially no more effective than a placebo in relieving back and hip pain caused by lumbosacral radiculopathy (LSR).

After 12 weeks of treatment with suzetrigine, patients with LSR had a 2.02 average reduction in their pain scores on a rating scale of zero to 10. That compares to an average reduction of 1.98 for patients who received a placebo or sham treatment.

Although the difference between 2.02 and 1.98 is statistically meaningless, Vertex claimed the overall findings were “statistically significant and clinically meaningful” in a press release. The company blamed the lackluster results on the placebo effect and the difficulty of treating lumbosacral radiculopathy. (Read more at link)

I would love if there was a viable option besides opioids, but the fact that they’re pushing forward with this drug despite results like this means they just want to make something they can claim relieves pain so doctors don’t have to prescribe opioids. Studies have shown anti-depressants and gabapentin are not that great either but if you have pain then your doctor is going to prescribe those first these days. As long as new pain relievers are pressured to replace opioids rather than prioritizing pain relief, then we could be setting the stage for really shitty medications forced on patients.

[lazyyogi]

My Upcoming Research Study: The Effects of Yogic Breathing on Chronic Sinus Symptoms

This week I have been putting together a presentation that I will be giving about my new research project. It's a study of a yogic breathing technique called Bhramari Pranayama as an adjunctive treatment for people with chronic nose and sinus issues.

Essentially the premise is this:

Our sinuses produce nitric oxide, which then in turn effects our nasal airway and our lungs. The nitric oxide can improve nasal airflow, up-regulate mucociliary clearance, and enhance anti-viral immune activity. Additionally, humming actually temporarily increases the amount of nasal nitric oxide released by about 15 fold. Therefore my study is intended to examine the effects of this pranayama technique that utilizes humming on patients with chronic nose and sinus symptoms.

Typically for patients with these symptoms, we start them out on a steroid nasal spray (flonase) as well as sinus irrigations (something like a neti pot).

I always hear from people outside the medical field about how no one studies these things--non-pharmacologic interventions, the beneficial effects of non-proprietary supplements, or other alternative medical options. People often think that if big pharma (or someone expecting to profit) isn't paying for a study, it cannot happen.

This really isn't true likely 90-99% of the time. The problem isn't funding. I'm conducting a prospective randomized control study with human subjects in order to evaluate the benefits of yogic breathing for patients--something that if found to be helpful will bring in no additional monetary profit for anyone. How much will my study cost? $0.

But do you know what it did require?

Two things: interest and opportunity.

Firstly I, a resident physician, had an idea. I learned about nasal nitric oxide and thought it was cool. I read about how humming has a bolusing effect by transiently increasing nitric oxide output by 15x. And then I recalled that there are pranayama techniques that utilize humming.

With my interest piqued, I spoke with one of my bosses, an attending physician at an academic medical center. He's the head of our Rhinology and Skull Base Neurosurgery division and he is cool as hell. He's all about healthy lifestyle and benefiting patients as much as possible. He loved the idea immediately.

And lastly we roped in a medical student. Med students are very helpful with doing the grunt work of collecting the data into spreadsheets, running the statistical analyses and such. Sometimes they bring some excellent ideas of their own as well. In return for their work, med students are often given a significant portion credit upon publication of the study and this allows them the opportunity to add some scholarly publications to their CV. I don't really need more publications under my name, but they do.

My point with sharing all of this is that people often claim there are health benefits to doing or imbibing certain things but that they'll never be studied because there's no money to be made. And it may be true that private companies such as those in the pharmaceutical industry may not have such interest; their existence in a capitalistic economy relies on profitability. But this is part of why academic institutions are so important--because learning and discovery is part of the essential mission there. Profit doesn't dictate their avenues of research.

When it comes to the study and validation of alternative/complimentary medicine, the focus really needs to be on raising awareness and interest. Talk to your doctors, nurses, physician assistants, etc. The good ones listen. The younger they are, the more likely they are to be open-minded about it too (the older ones are hit or miss--some are so cool and some are very old school).

Just some errant thoughts this week as I work on my slide deck.

LY

[kemacroi]

Adaptogenic Herbs and New Perspectives on Life Stages

Plants Useful for Mitigating Perimenopausal Symptoms

I don't usually advise on medicinal plants because, as we discuss the symbolic or folkloric aspects of plants in this blog, mixing topics could lead to negligence. However, I don't want to leave a reader without a response, especially one who is having a very uncomfortable climacteric phase and, despite visiting her gynecologist, wants to consider other options besides hormone replacement therapy.

My Personal Stance on Alternative Medicine

According to the World Health Organization, "alternative medicine" is a term used exclusively in countries where there is no integration between traditional medicine—such as indigenous, Chinese, or Ayurvedic medicine—and Western allopathic medicine, as is the case in Uruguay.

In recent years, innovative forms of “alternative medicines” and “holistic therapies” have emerged, differing significantly from the WHO's definition. The common denominator of these "medicines" with "eclectic" proposals and imprecise scopes seems to be the use of medical scientific terminology—like the word "therapy"—and non-medical jargon such as "quantum healings" using the language of physical sciences. One must ask whether the use of scientific terminology is merely a ploy, implying from the outset a dishonest proposal, or if it's our culture and way of communication that equips its practitioners with scientific language that seems to legitimize them. One of the problems, then, is how to define alternative medicine; here, I use the WHO definition, excluding crystal healings, Pleiadian masters, Himalayan salts, and other New Age practices.

I have always been attracted to plants; they seem to me to be fascinating living beings—especially trees—whose intelligence we are only just beginning to discover. Along with my emotional experience, my love for botanical drawing, magical folklore, and their curative properties bordering on the potentially toxic, this interest was serendipitously encouraged by a little-known work called The Life of Trees:

"Whatever profession you practice, at some point you will wonder if you are wasting your time, even if the activity you are engaged in is not harmful. Whether you are a merchant, archbishop, fisherman, musician, or doctor; sooner or later you will feel like you are wasting your time. There is only one exception: if you plant trees, it is certain that what you are doing is right." Francis Hallé in La vie des arbres

Thus, I find myself in a position to support, within the realm of alternative medicines, what we can practically call "herbal medicine," although in reality, all expressions of traditional medicine make use of the properties—real or imagined—of plants.

It could be argued, and it would be true, that the curative potential of plants is leveraged by allopathic medicine and that the pharmaceutical industry is increasingly investing in the research of active principles for the development of clinically proven effective medications. It could also be said, and it would be equally true, that no plant, by itself, is capable of curing chronic diseases, traumas, does not serve to relieve acute pain, does not cure infections, and is totally useless in genetic diseases, fertility treatments, diseases requiring surgery, etc. It is even true that, when misused and after their initial effect, plants can generate a nocebo effect and worsen a disease due to lack of proper treatment in due time. All true.

Personally, I would add that, concerning our country, Uruguay, the oral transmission of popular knowledge has been lost, gradually being replaced by the "holistic therapies" mentioned above. I think that, precisely, this is one of the reasons why plant therapeutics should be recovered, as a form of resistance against globalization that robs us of our memory.

Moreover, half of industrial drugs come from plants, and some more synthetically imitate active substances. Chemical industries do not randomly choose which plants to investigate for the development of effective medications; it would not only be expensive but also a waste of valuable time—in capitalist ethics, time is money—in blind trial and error. What increases the chances of success for the pharmaceutical industry is listening to the ancestral use of certain plants in diverse human groups; for example, the fashionable CBD cannabidiol, which is now commercially exploited with great success and has led to the legalization of marijuana consumption for business exploitation, comes from investigating why many people claimed its efficacy.

But where plants are truly effective is in prevention, delaying the onset of chronic diseases as varied as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, bradycardia due to hypotension, conditions potentially as serious as anemia, insomnia, constipation, and hormonal imbalances, or as annoying as skin rashes, symptoms associated with natural processes like menopause, and a long etcetera, resulting in better medical prognosis of diseases and fewer accumulated side effects from prolonged use of prescription and over-the-counter medications, about which there is also much misinformation and negligent use. The complex chemical interaction of all plant compounds far exceeds that of isolated active principles, generally with fewer side effects.

With the irreplaceable loss of this knowledge, written records gain greater importance. This dialectical relationship of complementarity between popular and academic knowledge is what I personally advocate.

Plants with Positive Effects on Climacteric or Perimenopause

I'm sure "symptoms" is not the best word to describe the reality because, after all, menopause is not a disease or a decrease in health by itself; perhaps "indications" or "signals" are more appropriate words, but it is also true that most people searching for this type of information will not use these words.

I fully support that women visit the gynecologist regularly, get routine tests and all those that our particular situations require—pap smears, mammograms, colposcopies, NAT, etc.—as well as self-breast exams and paying attention to the messages our bodies send. With this introduction, I speak from my humble position as a biological woman approaching fifty:

There are still societies today where women do not go through menopause as dramatically; our Western culture—with all its benefits, such as allopathic medicine—does not favor this natural transition of women to the non-reproductive stage, due to our lifestyle with diet, stress, social valuation, etc. Hormone replacement therapy carries risks for some women, along with the relief of "symptoms," and any good gynecologist will tell you that women with direct family history of breast, cervical, or uterine cancer may not choose this treatment (combining the best of both worlds, many gynecologists support phytotherapy). This is a case-by-case situation.

Which Herbs Help Transition to Menopause Better:

The old and dear Salvia officinalis is useful for hot flashes and sweats, but since it contains thujone—which can be toxic—one cup of tea a day, maximum for one week during the luteal phase, is enough.

To regulate mood, yarrow tea before bed, and if we're feeling sad or frantic, take it when we wake up.

In moderation, horsetail is purifying and diuretic—maintaining a good fat/muscle ratio—and helps fix calcium in the bones. It doesn't help with weight loss and should be taken with care not to lose valuable potassium.

In the diet, a handful of soybean sprouts, alfalfa, and seeds like flax can make a big difference.

[just-horrible-things]

On The Amnestic Issue

The issue of strong amnestic drugs is not a highly publicized one. It is not a polarizing topic of debate like immigration, reproductive rights, or the human pet industry. Most people do not even have a strong opinion on amnestics. They are not front and center in the public view. The pharmaceutical industry and its supporters have done an excellent job of suppressing debate.

This is not an issue to take up lightly as a bit of collegiate activism to soothe the soul. Even to write about the topic is to invite lawsuit, defamation, and harassment. You probably haven’t heard much about anti-amnestic activists, not because we don’t exist but because that is how effectively we are silenced. I have friends who have been jailed for speaking out, and many more who have been publicly targeted, harassed, accused, and made into laughing stocks.

This is not an issue to take up unless you truly feel passionately about it.

But I am passionate, and I think you should be too. I think we all should be. 

Detractors will attempt to paint anti-amnestic discourse as radical left wing pet-lib propaganda. They will attempt to paint us as far right anti-vaxxer paranoids lashing out against the medical industry. But the amnestic issue ought to concern you regardless of your political alignment.#

Whatever your stance on the human pet industry, whatever your stance on pharmacological reform, the amnestic issue goes far further than either of those. This is not about criminals or contractees, although they form part of the picture. This is primarily about the effects of strong amnestic drugs in the general population, the failure of our government and regulators to protect us from unregulated use, and the complete lack of unbiased, verifiable information about amnestic safety even in a medical context.

Use of prescription amnestics has more than doubled in just the last three years, despite the complete lack of any independent studies demonstrating benefits in the vast majority of use cases. Un-monitored, un-reported “home use” is estimated at anywhere between half as many people again, and three times as many, and in many cases these unprescribed drugs are being used to “medicate” entirely non-medical issues such as domestic quarrels.

Crime involving the forced administration of strong amnestics to unconsenting victims is estimated to have increased twenty-fold since these substances were first approved for prescription. The volume of illegal amnestics circulating in the black market is completely unknown, and the lack of separation between the markets for aggressive criminal use and for unregulated “self-medication” is bringing naive would-be patients into contact with hardened drug dealers and organized crime.

In the context of our progressively failing criminal justice system, some victims are even administering the “cover up pills” to themselves rather than face the traumatic experience of trying to push a report through to court. In a recent survey, 20% of university students said that if they were victims of “date rape” they would rather take a pill and forget, than take the issue to the police. Cited reasons included shame, fear of stigmatization, fear that the police would do nothing, and, conversely, fear that the police would respond with excessive force.

Perhaps most troubling of all, the second most popular reason given was simply that taking an amnestic would be “less effort”. The same attitude is reflected in a growing media trend towards portraying drug-induced forgetting as the “easy option” : a quick, effortless, and effective solution to any and all of life’s problems. 

Needless to say there is no evidence to support the idea that amnestic abuse actually improves happiness, health, or any other measure of wellbeing. And it should be beyond obvious that choosing to forget certain problems such as unpaid bills, unsettled debts, or an angry spouse will not actually cause these problems to go away.

Even industry giants such as Santex Pharma and WRU have recently put out statements advising against unregulated, unsupervised home use. These statements describe the medical applications and the use in the pet industry (respectively) as highly controlled, carefully monitored use cases and not comparable to the growing trend of unlicensed use. Santex state, both in their recent statement and elsewhere, that every approved use of their strong amnestics has been rigorously safety tested and found both safe and effective. They cite a number of published studies, in addition to an undisclosed quantity of private, internal investigation.

Every single published study involving strong amnestics was either conducted or funded by a manufacturer of strong amnestics, a business that uses strong amnestics as a core part of their business model (i.e. the human pet industry), or a subsidiary of one of these businesses.

There are no published independent studies. All attempts at independent studies have been heavily suppressed by the above industries, or else taken over by these business interests long before completion. It has long been well known – if rarely successfully prosecuted – that pharmaceutical companies regularly misuse statistics, massage data, and even outright fabricate results to produce conclusions that are favorable to their bottom line.

Even those few independent investigators who have resisted the pressure exerted by the industry have found that no reputable publication – scientific or otherwise – will take on the risk of publishing their results if they fail to corroborate the claims of safety. When such studies are made publically available on the internet they are invariably taken down within weeks or even days, and the authors – if remotely identifiable – can expect a slew of life-ruining lawsuits. In many cases even criminal charges have been leveled against such investigators.

Consequently it is extremely difficult to form an accurate picture of the extent and form of the risks posed by the use of strong amnestics. However, certain themes come up over and over in these vanished studies. The use of strong amnestics, especially but not exclusively long term or at high doses, has been associated with any or all of the following:

cognitive decline or impairment

anterograde amnesia (loss of the ability to reliably form new long term memories)

anxiety and depression

emotional instability and dysregulation

intrusive thoughts

increased rates of suicide

increased mortality (all causes)

false recall (remembering fictive events as if they were real, or events that happened to other people as if they happened to oneself)

nightmares, night terrors, insomnia and other sleep disturbances

migraines, cluster headaches, and other forms of headache

increased impulsivity

increases vulnerability to addiction

impaired executive function (difficulty making and adhering to plans, reduced decision-making ability)

While none of the above symptoms have been conclusively linked to amnestics on account of the industry stranglehold on data, it is worth noting that the incidence of all of the above problems in the general population has increased sharply over the last few years, with no other obvious explanation for the increase.

Some of the most striking evidence has come from the study of parents who made the choice to forget a child when that child entered into the human pet industry. The fact that WRU discontinued this as an official service after only a year and a half speaks volumes. But small numbers of parents (and an unknown number of other friends and relatives of new human pets) continue to seek out this option either under the supervision of a medical professional or independently “at home” with illicitly procured amnestics.

While the desire to forget is perhaps an understandable response to the loss of a child or loved one, the outcomes of such a choice are rarely happy. Suicide rates in this group are extremely high, as are rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. 

Testimonials can be found on parenting boards across the web urging other parents not to make the same decision. They describe intense feelings of guilt, crushing anxiety, dread and/or a sense of “impending doom”, and a constant, gnawing awareness of the period of “lost time”. Feelings of hopelessness, futility and lack of purpose or fulfillment are extremely common.

One mother described the feeling as not only having lost her now-unremembered child, but also having lost herself.

The wider societal impact of amnestic abuse is also making itself felt as the prevalence rises year on year. Courts have already agreed that forgetting a crime or other offense does not absolve the perpetrator of any guilt or responsibility, but how exactly to handle such cases is far from settled. 

Detractors of pharmacological reform are quick to point out the double standard here. Amnesia can be enforced by the state in the name of correcting entrenched behavioral patterns and preventing reoffense, but those who have already self-administered this treatment are still considered just as guilty and just as likely to reoffend as if they had not forgotten.

Neither is it clear how to help or compensate victims of amnestic-related crimes. The use of amnestics to cover up crimes – most commonly date rape – is nothing new. Even prior to the invention of the modern drug class, weak amnestics such as alcohol and benzodiazepines have long been used for this purpose. However, the rise of the strong amnestic has both expanded the criminal’s toolkit for cover-ups and opened entire new spheres of crime.

Every month it seems that allegations of a new kind of crime hit the courts, from corporate espionage cases in which corporate agents are accused of using amnestics to wipe ideas, trade secrets, or experience in the field from their competitors, to domestic abuse allegations involving the long term use of amnestics to keep the victim ignorant of their own abuse. While some of these cases are clearly less plausible than others, there can be no doubt that criminal elements are hard at work finding new ways to abuse these substances.

If you follow the mainstream news cycle, you are also doubtless already aware of the rise of “perpetual amnesiacs” – a small but highly visible minority of amnestic “addicts” who take the drugs repeatedly in high doses to forget practically everything. 

(While strong amnestics are not physiologically addictive drugs like heroin or cocaine, phenomena such as gambling addiction and pornography addiction have long taught us that people can become addicted to all manner of things that are not physiologically addictive drugs.)

These “perpetual amnesiacs” usually have substantial problems before the amnestic abuse. They may be homeless, in debt, stuck in abusive relationships, or addicted to other substances. They begin taking the amnestics to forget their very real troubles. What separates the addict from other “home users” is the very high doses involved, and the taking of additional doses as soon as further difficulties arise. 

These afflicted individuals become increasingly disengaged from life, drifting from one short term pleasure (often other substances of abuse) to another, and taking additional amnestics whenever consequences threaten to disrupt their existence in the moment.

Most become homeless if they were not already, and over time almost all develop severe symptoms from the list above. Reporting has focused particularly on impulsivity, cognitive decline, and anterograde amnesia. We hear of the violent deaths of addicts killed attempting the wildly ill-conceived crimes that their impulsivity leads them into.

Eventually the “perpetual amnesiac” needs no further doses of the amnestics, because their ability to form new memories has been completely destroyed. 

Despite industry insistence that these sobering results are only a result of the extremely high doses taken by the addicts, the recent news coverage has awoken public fears regarding the safety of strong amnestics. 

However, reporting of these concerns has been notably muted and seems to have almost ceased as I write these words. All major news agencies seem to now prefer to parrot the company line that it is the quantity and the frequency that is the problem, not the drugs themselves. One can only imagine that money or favors have changed hands to facilitate this shift in focus.

One can only hope that the public will remember nonetheless, and that the plight of these most severely affected “perpetual amnesiacs” will prompt at least a few to look into the effect that amnestic drugs are having on us as individuals and as a society, and that we might start to look beyond the horizon of the company line.

-- A. Correspondent

[froody]

The medical system has used the opioid crisis as an excuse for under-medicating women, POC and disabled people for their pain. Which was something they had always done before under the guise that minorities just had a lower pain tolerance. Now when we speak up about our pain, they can weaponize the stigma around drug addiction to deny treatment. Even if we are asking for diagnostics and non-pharmaceutical treatment options. Even if we’ve just had major surgery. Even if we’re facing something life threatening.

[ettawritesnstudies]

in the tags on a recent post you said your day job is "mind numbingly simple" do you know if that's common of chemical engineering jobs?

(i am currently pursuing a chemical engineering degree and honestly don't know that much about chemical engineering jobs. but i would not mind a simple job that gives me mental capacity left to write at the end of the day)

So it strongly depends on the kind of engineering work you end up going into and any job will vary in complexity on a day to day basis but with a chemical engineering job you have a lot of different options!

Specifically I'm a R&D Applications Engineer/Technical Customer Service in a polymer science role for a big international corporation so I'm working with existing products in a company and figuring out how to make them work for customers who are having issues.

What this looks like on a project to project basis is that we get an email from the customer or the plant outlining the problem and what kind of material they're sending us to test, I design the experiments we need to do to validate all the variables and properties, and then I spend a few weeks in the lab churning out data, then plug it into an Excel spreadsheet, crunch the numbers, throw that in a PowerPoint, and send it off to the relevant personnel.

The mind numbingly simple part is the standing in lab running through tests because it's hands-on labor that requires very little thinking once you've established your parameters. I usually just put on an audiobook or a podcast to kill time. The design of experiment can get somewhat complex and you have to be very good at time management if you have multiple projects with time sensitive lab components going on at once, but the number crunching has never required anything more complicated than 10th grade algebra. I'm not doing much chemical formulation either, just following established recipes and procedures within my company, but I'm learning more specific stuff as I go.

Now I'm only a year out of college and I've never had an internship or anything that WASN'T in a non-lab setting, so I can't speak to how something like a Process Engineer spends their time. I knew I didn't like being out on the plant floor because it's often Loud and Dirty and Sensory Overload so I tried to avoid applying for those roles. You learn a lot more about the production that way though, just not my cup of tea. You also have chemical engineers who design entire chemical plants and control systems (which is very very cool and important but I was bad at those classes lmao). Some also go the biochemical angle and get into pharmaceuticals but medicine scares me.

That's just my personal take but I encourage you to talk to your professors and upperclassman and see what they have to say! Career fairs >>>>>>> linked in for getting anywhere in this hell of a job market if your school has them and I hope you have a better time of it than I did during the COVID times. ��

[thoughtportal]

All light generates electrical signals in the retina at the back of your eye and in the cortex region of your brain.

Red and blue lights generate the largest signals. Green light generates the smallest signals. This is probably why it’s less likely to bother people with photophobia. For some people, migraine symptoms may even improve.

Green light therapy is more than just a green light bulb or a green glow. Instead, it involves a specific, narrow band of green light from a special lamp. You have to spend time in this green light while filtering out all other light.

But what is really known about green light therapy? Is it a viable option for easing the intensity of migraine attacks?

What does the research say?

Many people with migraine experience photophobia, which can exacerbate pain.

A 2016 studyTrusted Source found that green light is significantly less likely to exacerbate migraine attacks than white, blue, amber, or red. Almost 80 percent of study participants reported intensified symptoms with every color except green, which only affected half as many. Twenty percent of participants reported that green light reduced migraine pain.

The researchers suggest that at low intensities and filtering out all other light, green light may lessen the intensity of photophobia and migraine pain.

A 2017 study involved three groups of rats with neuropathic pain.

One group was bathed in green light from LED strips. A second group was exposed to room light and contact lenses allowing the green spectrum wavelength to pass through. A third group had opaque contact lenses that blocked green light.

Both groups exposed to green light benefited, with effects lasting 4 days from the last exposure. The group that was deprived of green light saw no benefit. No side effects were observed.

It’s thought that green light may increase certain pain-relieving chemicals in the brain.

A small, randomized, clinical trial is currently being carried out that focuses on fibromyalgia and migraine pain. Participants will use an LED green light strip at home every day for 10 weeks. Then their level of pain, use of pain relievers, and quality of life will be assessed. {read}

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Discussing NMN, Nutraceuticals, & Merchant Payment Processing

Article by Jonathan Bomser | CEO | Accept-Credit-Cards-Now.com

In today's ever-evolving health and business landscape, the merging of NMN, nutraceuticals, and merchant payment processing is reshaping our approach to wellness and commercial transactions. Join us as we explore the interconnectedness of these elements and their influence on our lives.

Nutraceuticals: Pioneering the Path to Optimal Health Nutraceuticals are at the forefront of modern health and wellness trends. This blend of "nutrition" and "pharmaceuticals" encompasses products that go beyond basic sustenance, providing health benefits to enhance overall well-being. This category includes dietary supplements, vitamins, herbal remedies, and functional foods.

As health-conscious individuals continue to grow in number, the demand for nutraceuticals has skyrocketed. People are actively seeking solutions to improve their health, manage specific conditions, and enhance vitality. This burgeoning interest has given rise to a thriving industry, where businesses must implement robust merchant account processing systems to seamlessly accept credit cards and offer customers convenient payment options.

Merchant Payment Processing: The Engine of Modern Transactions Merchant payment processing is the powerhouse driving contemporary commerce. In an era where cash transactions are dwindling, the ability to accept credit cards has become a necessity for businesses across the board. It's no longer just a matter of convenience; it's about exceeding customer expectations and driving sales.

For the nutraceutical sector, efficient payment processing is of particular significance. When customers seek health solutions, they demand a seamless, secure, and hassle-free buying experience. The capacity to accept credit cards ensures that transactions are promptly executed, nurturing trust and customer loyalty.

Selecting the Optimal Merchant Account Processing Solution The choice of the right merchant account processing solution is a pivotal one for businesses. Factors like fees, security, customer support, and alignment with your business model must all be carefully evaluated.

Nutraceutical businesses have their unique considerations. Many of them provide subscription-based supplement plans, necessitating a payment system that adeptly manages recurring billing. Given the sensitive health information involved, security is of paramount importance. Compliance with industry standards, including the PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard), is non-negotiable.

NMN: A Nutraceutical Game-Changer Now, let's cast the spotlight on NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide), a star performer in the realm of nutraceuticals. NMN is a naturally occurring compound found in various foods like broccoli and avocados. Its claim to fame lies in its potential to boost NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) levels, a coenzyme critical for energy metabolism and DNA repair.

NMN has garnered substantial attention for its possible anti-aging properties. As we age, NAD+ levels decline, leading to a range of health issues. NMN supplements aim to reverse this decline, presenting a promising avenue to improved health and longevity. As the demand for NMN products continues to climb, nutraceutical businesses must have reliable merchant account processing systems in place to efficiently handle the growing demand for these life-enhancing products.

The Nexus of NMN, Nutraceuticals, and Payment Processing The intersection of NMN, nutraceuticals, and payment processing presents a distinctive opportunity for businesses. With the health and wellness industry on the ascent, offering top-tier health products like NMN and delivering customers a seamless payment experience are pivotal.

Efficient payment processing systems aren't just transaction facilitators; they are central to customer satisfaction. When customers can make secure payments with their preferred credit cards, they are more inclined to complete their purchases and return for future transactions.

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Understanding Dexketoprofen Trometamol - Uses and Benefits

The field of pain management has evolved significantly with the advent of various analgesics designed to alleviate acute and chronic pain.  Among the most effective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is Dexketoprofen Trometamol.  This fast-acting pain reliever has been extensively used in treating musculoskeletal pain, dental pain, and post-operative discomfort, providing relief without the high risk of dependency that accompanies some stronger painkillers.

In this blog, we will delve deep into the uses, benefits, and broader applications of Dexketoprofen Trometamol, particularly focusing on the 25 mg oral solution.  We will also explore its role in the pharmaceutical industry in India and discuss why it has become a vital product for medicine manufacturers and suppliers in India.

What is Dexketoprofen Trometamol?

Dexketoprofen Trometamol is a potent NSAID used to relieve mild to moderate pain.  It is the trometamol salt of dexketoprofen, which is the active enantiomer of ketoprofen.  This drug works by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are compounds in the body responsible for causing inflammation, pain, and fever.

One of the standout qualities of Dexketoprofen Trometamol is its quick onset of action.  Its oral formulation begins working within 30 minutes, making it a go-to option for fast pain relief.  Due to its effectiveness and minimal side effects, it has found wide acceptance in the medical community.

Primary Uses of Dexketoprofen Trometamol

1.         Pain Management in Musculoskeletal Disorders

Dexketoprofen Trometamol is particularly effective in managing pain arising from musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.  These conditions often result in chronic pain, and NSAIDs like Dexketoprofen Trometamol play a crucial role in alleviating this discomfort by reducing inflammation at the source.

2.         Post-Operative Pain Relief

After surgeries, patients often experience significant pain, which can hinder recovery if not managed well.  Dexketoprofen Trometamol’s ability to quickly reduce pain makes it an excellent choice for post-operative care, ensuring patients experience less discomfort and can recuperate more smoothly.

3.         Dental Pain

Dental pain, whether due to tooth extractions, cavities, or other dental procedures, can be extremely uncomfortable.  Dentists often prescribe Dexketoprofen Trometamol for it's fast action and effectiveness in reducing dental-related discomfort.

4.         Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Pain)

Many women suffer from severe menstrual cramps, which can severely impact their daily lives.  Dexketoprofen Trometamol provides rapid relief, helping to alleviate cramps and associated symptoms such as back pain and headaches.

5.         Migraines

Migraines are known for their debilitating impact on individuals, with symptoms ranging from intense headaches to nausea and sensitivity to light.  Dexketoprofen Trometamol has proven to be effective in managing migraine symptoms, offering quick relief from pain and associated discomforts.

Benefits of Dexketoprofen Trometamol

1.         Rapid Onset of Action

One of the standout features of Dexketoprofen Trometamol is its rapid onset of action.  When taken in its oral solution form, it can provide pain relief in as little as 30 minutes.  This makes it an ideal option for acute pain management.

2.         Effective Pain Relief

Dexketoprofen Trometamol is highly effective in managing various types of pain, including musculoskeletal pain, dental pain, and post-operative pain.  It's ability to inhibit the production of prostaglandins ensures that inflammation and pain are kept in check.

3.         Minimized Side Effects

Compared to other NSAIDs, Dexketoprofen Trometamol is known for causing fewer gastrointestinal side effects.  While no drug is entirely free from potential side effects, this medication is considered to have a safer profile when used under proper medical guidance.

4.         Versatility in Treatment

From migraines to dental pain, and from musculoskeletal pain to menstrual cramps, Dexketoprofen Trometamol has proven effective in a wide range of painful conditions.  Its versatility makes it an essential tool in pain management for both acute and chronic conditions.

5.         Oral Solution Form for Ease of Administration

The 25 mg oral solution form of Dexketoprofen Trometamol is particularly convenient for patients who may have difficulty swallowing tablets.  This form ensures rapid absorption, enhancing the quick relief that the drug provides.

Dexketoprofen Trometamol in the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry

India is known for its robust pharmaceutical industry, serving both domestic and global markets.  The country has become a major player in the manufacturing, supplying, and exporting of a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including Dexketoprofen Trometamol.

1.         Medicine Manufacturing in India

India’s pharmaceutical industry is renowned for its high-quality medicine manufacturing capabilities.  Leading manufacturers in the country adhere to stringent quality standards, ensuring that their products, including Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution, meet global benchmarks for safety and efficacy.

Being a Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution manufacturer in India, Centurion Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. takes pride in producing high-quality medications that adhere to both local and international standards.  Our manufacturing processes are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence, ensuring that our products meet the therapeutic needs of patients effectively.

2.         Suppliers of Dexketoprofen Trometamol

As demand for Dexketoprofen Trometamol continues to grow, the role of reliable suppliers is critical.  Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution suppliers in India like Centurion Healthcare are key players in ensuring that this effective pain relief medication is available to healthcare providers and pharmacies across the country.

Our vast distribution network ensures that healthcare professionals and patients have access to high-quality Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solutions without any delay, ensuring continuity of care.

3.         Exporting Dexketoprofen Trometamol to Global Markets

India is a leading exporter of pharmaceutical products, including pain management medications like Dexketoprofen Trometamol.  As a Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution exporter in India, Centurion Healthcare ensures that our products reach international markets, bringing high-quality and affordable pain management solutions to people worldwide.

4.         The Future of Pain Management in India

With the growing focus on healthcare accessibility and quality in India, the demand for fast-acting pain management solutions like Dexketoprofen Trometamol is expected to rise.  The pharmaceutical industry in India is well-positioned to meet this demand, given its established infrastructure and expertise in medicine manufacturing.

Conclusion

Dexketoprofen Trometamol stands as a vital medication in the realm of pain management, providing fast relief from various forms of pain while minimizing potential side effects.  Whether for musculoskeletal pain, dental discomfort, or post-operative care, this versatile NSAID offers significant benefits for both patients and healthcare providers.

Centurion Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. is proud to be a leading Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution manufacturer in India, ensuring that this essential medication is available to patients both in India and abroad.  As a trusted Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution supplier in India, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability.  Furthermore, as a Dexketoprofen Trometamol 25 mg oral solution exporter in India, we continue to expand our global reach, delivering effective pain management solutions to markets across the globe.

As the pharmaceutical industry in India continues to grow, Dexketoprofen Trometamol will remain an integral part of pain management therapies, bringing relief to countless patients suffering from acute and chronic pain.

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Discover the Best Eye Drops in India with Centurian Life Sciences

When it comes to eye care, finding the right solution is essential for maintaining good vision and overall eye health. From relieving dryness and irritation to addressing serious conditions, eye drops play a pivotal role in daily eye care. Centurian Life Sciences, a leading name in the pharmaceutical industry, offers a range of the best eye drops in India that cater to diverse eye care needs.

Why Eye Drops Are Essential

Our eyes are constantly exposed to environmental factors like pollution, allergens, and prolonged screen time. These factors can lead to issues such as:

Dryness and irritation

Redness and strain

Allergies and itching

Eye infections

Using high-quality eye drops can alleviate these symptoms and protect your eyes from long-term damage.

Centurian Life Sciences: The Name You Can Trust

Centurian Life Sciences is synonymous with innovation, quality, and trust. With its unwavering commitment to improving eye health, the company has developed a comprehensive range of eye drops designed to address various concerns.

What Makes Centurian's Eye Drops the Best in India?

Premium Quality Ingredients Centurian Life Sciences ensures that all its eye drops are formulated using the finest ingredients, adhering to international safety and efficacy standards.

Advanced Technology State-of-the-art technology is used to create eye drops that provide instant relief and long-lasting benefits.

Diverse Product Range Centurian offers eye drops for a wide array of needs, including:

Dry Eye Relief: Artificial tear solutions for those suffering from dryness and irritation.

Allergy Relief: Anti-allergic drops to combat itching, redness, and swelling.

Infection Control: Antibiotic eye drops to treat bacterial infections.

Redness Reduction: Soothing drops to reduce eye redness and fatigue.

Safety First The company prioritizes patient safety by offering preservative-free formulations, ideal for sensitive eyes and long-term use.

Top Products from Centurian Life Sciences

1. Centurian Hydrate Drops

Designed to combat dry eye syndrome, these drops offer instant hydration and lubrication, ensuring comfort throughout the day.

2. Centurian Clear Vision

These eye drops are perfect for individuals who experience redness and fatigue due to prolonged screen time or environmental exposure.

3. Centurian Allergy Guard

Formulated with powerful anti-allergic properties, these drops provide quick relief from itching, swelling, and redness caused by allergens.

4. Centurian Anti-Infective Drops

For bacterial infections, these antibiotic drops offer targeted action to eliminate infection and restore eye health.

Benefits of Using Centurian’s Eye Drops

Immediate and long-lasting relief

Non-irritating, preservative-free formulas

Affordable and easily accessible

Trusted by healthcare professionals across India

How to Choose the Right Eye Drops

Choosing the best eye drops depends on your specific needs. Here’s a quick guide:

For dryness: Look for artificial tears or lubricating eye drops.

For redness: Opt for soothing or anti-redness drops.

For allergies: Use anti-allergic formulations.

For infections: Antibiotic drops are the best option, but consult an eye care professional.

Trusted by Millions Across India

Centurian Life Sciences’ eye drops are widely recommended by ophthalmologists and trusted by millions for their superior quality and effectiveness.

Maintaining Good Eye Health

While using the best eye drops is crucial, following these habits can further protect your eyes:

Take regular breaks during screen time.

Stay hydrated to maintain natural tear production.

Wear sunglasses to shield your eyes from UV rays and dust.

Avoid rubbing your eyes, especially with unclean hands.

Conclusion

Centurian Life Sciences is a trusted name when it comes to the best eye drops in India. With a wide range of high-quality products designed to address diverse eye care needs, the company ensures that your vision and comfort are never compromised. Whether you’re dealing with dryness, allergies, or infections, Centurian’s innovative solutions offer the relief you need.

Choose Centurian Life Sciences for unparalleled quality and care. Protect your eyes today for a brighter tomorrow!

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Hi katie i love ur content but i do wanna tell you... some of it gets super close to anti pharmaceutical holistic medicine and anti modern medicine and it's not your fault if blogs intend their posts as such, but pls be careful that you remain critical of the things you rb because some of them have like.. new age/manipulative dogwhistles imho

Hi there! First of all, I wanted to say thank you for sending such a well written and thoughtful message to me. I’m really glad that you took the time to write this and to ask me something like this because I don’t want people to be scared or weary of bringing things up like this. I like to try to create an open blog where people can ask me questions about really anything they want and know that they will get a thoughtful and critical response back.

This is actually a topic that really interests me, and the more that I thought about this ask that you sent me the more I realize that I do actually have a lot of thoughts on modern medicine versus non-modern medicine. One of the things that I don’t really ever talk about with anyone is that I was actually born addicted to opioids and to spend a lot of time being weaned off of them I think that that plus having drug abuse in my household has changed the way that I see medical treatments for me personally? I don’t really talk about it with anyone because the very few times that I’ve actually opened up about it. It’s been almost immediately weaponized and used against me so I’ve just stopped sharing it with people, but I do think that it’s actually relevant here. I live with someone that’s actively against modern medicine, but I often don’t share her views either. A lot of that I think stems from her fear of illness.

I think that modern medicine should be accessible to everyone. I think there should be multiple options for everyone and easy ways to try out new medications without jumping through a million hoops. I think it should be easy and cheap if not free. I think if you find a medication that works well for you the government should be paying for that — it’s a right. I know governments have it in their budgets 🙄 are you kidding me?

But, I’m also someone that believes in the power of yoga, and meditation. I’m someone that uses tarot as an emotional regulator. I’m someone that says soup has healing properties and means it. Part of that is believing in the power behind those actions (saying ��soup has healing properties” is much more magical than saying “food is fuel, you should eat to feel better”). And, part of it is the loverboy in me that thinks there’s peace in the rain and that sitting outside in the quiet connects you to all the little creatures whispering in the wind. This, in itself, is healing, and I mean it.

Most importantly, I think that these need to be in balance in order for their benefits to be reaped. You can’t rely on either one alone, in my opinion. Just because they give you different things. And, that idea of everything in moderation is kind of where my values lie in most things (this doesn’t include all the slimy goblin-like homophobes or transphobes or anyone that falls under that umbrella).

I’ve learned that the majority of the blogs on tumblr I’ll be disagreeing with, because most of them hold their beliefs to such insane extremes that I can’t possibly get behind them. Even the positivity blogs I reblog from — that isn’t possible all the time. “Staying positive” isn’t possible all the time, yk? My values are much more of a shade of grey than most blogs on here represent. Most informative blogs, anyways.

So I guess the takeaway here is that I’m always critical. The things that I share on here I see with a critical eye. It’s my job as a human that lives in this world to embrace and question the world I live in, because both are forms of loving life.

I actually really like conversations like this, and really enjoy when people send this stuff in so feel free to — you or anyone else. And, usually the blogs I reblog stuff from I don’t even see. I usually filter through tags instead of cruising on blogs (although my mutuals I check in on). So, usually the blog I’m reblogging something from has a completely different take from me, and I’m interpreting a less extreme version of their take lol.

Also, thanks for sticking around! Love ya right back :) I hope this answered any concerns you have and clarified my stance.

EDIT: if you want to follow me on a platform where I express a lot more of my actual views, I’d recommend tiktok. I don’t make TikToks but honestly if enough people followed me on there I could see myself making some. I mostly repost stuff but I find there are people on there that articulate my thoughts better than the blogs run on here.

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Advice Needed: POTS & Compression Stockings/Tights...that feel pleasant?!

Hey POTS pals,

Is anyone up for sharing their experience of compression garments + how they feel against your skin? [TL; DR: any tips for brands of compression garments that use fabric that doesn't feel hellish? Currently using ~15-21mmg/Hg strength; don't have stamina for anything stronger just now]

Context: I'm bedbound with severe ME and POTS. The absence of 'enough' compression is not what's keeping me bedbound; it's the fact that I'm severely ill with multiple energy-limiting physical illnesses. And I desperately need adequate medical treatment, not just non-pharmaceutical 'management' stuff. However, I've recently found that low-grade compression helps me a bit (sometimes I feel a bit clearer-headed and it makes the process of getting up to go to the toilet a bit less hellish). So, I'm currently exploring compression garments for POTS. Part of this is exploring if I might be able to get any compression garments on prescription. I got some relatively cheap knee-high stockings and 1 pair of pregnancy compression tights (not pregnant, but have bowel disease and don't want to squish my stomach). The material used for these ones is nice. It's soft, pleasant to touch and similar to the material of regular, non-compression tights/stockings. BUT I've also ordered some compression garments from companies that specifically make compression garments for disabled people. And, so far, they feel horrible. Really, really unpleasant to touch. So far, I've only ordered from places where there's the option to return garments, but some places won't accept returns (even if you didn't try the garment on). I can't afford to do that with multiple things I won't even be able to wear. Given that I'm already bedbound in a darkened room, I'm looking to make my life more pleasant. Not filled with (more) sensory nightmare. So my question is: are there any brands that make compression stockings/tights that have fabric that feels nice against your skin? In the case of tights, I'm pretty sure that I'd need ones designed/marketed for pregnancy. [I'm based in the UK, but open to suggestions from other countries too :) ]

[meatcrimes]

so i’m gonna try and stay awake until 9pm tonight so i can go to bed then, hopefully fall asleep within a few hours and be well rested for the morning

and as we all know, the best way to stay awake when you’re tired is to play the sims with weird new mods installed. sims 4 as minimally invasive non pharmaceutical alternative treatment option for narcolepsy…

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