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Body & Spirit SUICIDE.....The Big “WHY??” DIABETES…..THE MODERN EPIDEMIC
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Diabetes……Think you’re not at risk? Read on! Just a few weeks ago, a family friend ended her own life.
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ashamed to talk about it or worry that people will judge you
How to Survive That Flight or not take you seriously and just Long tell you to “Get over it”. Let someone know
may be subtle. Suicide prevention starts with recognising
She was young, vivacious, attractive and very talented. the warning signs and taking them seriously I was shocked when I read the WHO report on current Symptoms include excessive excretion of urine (polyuria),
TOO MANY ANTIBIOTICS …
Just a few weeks ago, a family friend ended her own life. Shetrends had some health problems which were manageable global in diabetes. Diabetes is now the world’s It’s the end of the year, as well as the summer (or winter) She was young,disease. vivacious, attractive about and very talented. fastest growing Alarmingly, 50 percent and she would probably haveyou made a home, full recovery. holidays…depending on where call so long of people withhealth diabetes are not aware they have it. She hadand some which were manageable flights holidays problems are on the cards. Taking a few Recent studies have shown that some people suffer At this point in time we are popping more vitamins, WHO has warned that the over prescription of antibiotsimple measure before, during and after the flight will and she wouldfor probably made a full being recovery. from 7have years without aware herbs and other supplements than ever The icsdiabetes will lead toup a toglobal resistance to before. pathogenic make the trip a lot more comfortable. thatsupplement they have it. microbes (infection bacteria & viruses). While industrycausing is the new Big-Farma. Australians At this point in spending time we more WHO has warned that the are over prescription ofvitamins, antibiotmany developed countries have strict guidelines alone are now overpopping 8 million dollars a year on 1. moving herbs and other supplements than ever before. The icsKeep will tothat a of global resistance to pathogenic Diabetes islead the seventh leading cause of death in developed the prescription antibiotics, third world countries supplements are questionably necessary. microbes (infection causing bacteria & viruses). While supplement industry is the new Big-Farma. Australians are much on the issue, often represents considering countries andmore type relaxed II diabetes (mature onset) many developed countries have guidelines alone are now over 8 commissions million a as year on thetrue, profits, incentives and beEarly made Keeping circulation flowing during a strict long trip isto crucial so It’s if you take a vitamin as well suppleabout 85 to 90spending percent of allsupplement cases ofdollars diabetes. therather prescription of antibiotics, third world countries supplements that are questionably necessary. than the wellbeing of juice, the patient and thesoglobal make sure tomanagement stretch your thighs however you can the mented food such as orange orliving fortified milk which detection and allows people with diabetes arecommunity much moreatrelaxed on the issue, often considering large. comes with calcium anddown vitamin D. Energy bars, and meal-reenergy can move out and through your to legs, do to enjoy aif healthy life. the profits, incentives andsupplement commissions besupplemade It’s true, you take a vitamin as bars, well as placement drinks, protein shakes, cereal cereal itself some deep breathing exercises regularly. Walk up and rather than the wellbeing of give the patient the global mented food such asoforange juice, or fortified milk which example, women that in and Indonesia are all -For which claim lots vitamins andbirth minerals, up to 100% Here are some facts: down the cabin during the waking hours to avoid DVTof community at key large. comes with calcium and vitamin D. Energy bars, meal-regiven a course of Amoxicillin after birth “just in case” infection the recommended daily allowance (RDA), you could end •placement The number of people diabetes hasbars, risen from 108 (Deep Veindrinks, Thrombosis), adoctors common travel ailment. cereal cereal itself develops. With manywith in maybe Asia on low up getting up to protein 500% ofshakes, the RDA, more, inincomes, one day example, women that give in Indonesia are all million in 1980 toof422 million in birth 2014 &where has been rising -For which claim lots vitamins and minerals, up to 100% of commissions from drug sales are often they make their up to five times what your body needs. But are we toting given a rapidly course medication of after “just inyou case” infection in Amoxicillin middleand low-income countries. the recommended daily allowance (RDA), end money. is also abirth huge problem incould this society. 2.more Eat wellSelf & Stay hydrated up toxic levels of vitamins? And throwing our money away? develops. With many in Asia on low incomes, Sheglobal had apparently spoken about suicide several getting up to ofdoctors the RDA, maybe more, inmatter) one day Antibiotics (or500% any “prescription” drugs for that are •up The prevalence of diabetes among adults overtimes, fromwhat drug sales are often where make their easily purchased at most without any prescription -commissions up to five times yourpharmacies body needs. Butthey are we toting 18 years of age has risen from 4.7% in 1980 to 8.5% although no one options thought would actually do it. Go for the healthier on theshe menu (if in there is one) money. Self medication also athat huge thisbackstreet society. at2014. all. Even more isshocking is problem thatoursome up levels of vitamins? And throwing money away? intoxic She had apparently spoken about suicide several times, and when the drink cart rolls by, make sure to stay away Antibiotics (or any “prescription” drugs for that matter) are “warungs” also stock a supply of antibiotics, usually selling Suicide is more common that you mightkidney think. Most people •from Diabetes isalcohol a major cause of blindness, failure, easily purchased at most pharmacies without any prescription coffee, or even tea as these can all contribute to the “gentlemen” who have the local whorehouses. although no one thought thatvisited she would actually do it. attacks, stroke andsomeone lower amputation. that you speak to know who has lostbackstreet a friend or a atheart all.more Even more shocking islimb that some even to dehydration. •“warungs” In“Antimicrobial 2015, an estimated 1.6 million deaths were directly also stock a supply of antibiotics, usually selling Suicide is more common that you might think. Most people resistance causes an relative to suicide. Suicide is(AMR) the leading cause ofestimated death for tocaused the “gentlemen” who have worldwide, visited the local whorehouses. bydeaths diabetes. Another 2.2 million deaths were 700,000 annually and every country that you speak to know someone who has lost a friend or ais Australiansto aged 15 and 44, with around 3,000 attributable high between blood inaddressed, 2012. potentially affected. If notglucose properly the number “Antimicrobial resistance causes an ofestimated relative togrow suicide. Suicide is(AMR) the leading cause death for could to 10 million per year by 2050”. peopledeaths dying annually by suicideworldwide, every year. That’s ancountry averageisof 700,000 and every What is diabetes? Australians aged between 15 and 44, with around 3,000 potentially affected. not properly addressed, the number eight people everyIfdisease day. Diabetes is a chronic that occurs either when the could grow to 10 million per year by 2050”. people dying suicide every year. That’s of pancreas doesbynot produce enough insulin an or average when the body eightcannot people effectively every day.use the insulin it produces. Insulin In Indonesia, in particular Bali, suicide rates are relatively is a hormone that regulates blood sugar. Hyperglycaemia, high, at approximately deathseffect per year on the Island or raised blood sugar, is a150 common of uncontrolled Fat Soluble Vitamins A,D, E & Krates In The Indonesia, in particular Bali, suicide are to relatively diabetes and over time leads to serious damage many although these figures are likely drastically less than the of the body’s systems, especially the nerves and blood high, atsoluble approximately 150 deathsinper year onforthe Island Fat vitamins are stored the than true due to under reporting andbody the fact longer that suicide vessels. Thewater Fatfigures, Soluble Vitamins &K soluble ones are, A,D, whichE generally poses a greater although these figures are likely drastically less than the is a taboo subjectthat amongst local people. risk for toxicity water the soluble vitamins. The upper Fat soluble vitamins are stored in the for longer than Type 1 diabetes tolerable limit forunder adults is 10,000 IUthe forfact vitamin A. You true figures, due to reporting andbody that suicide water soluble ones are, which generally poses a greater Type (previously as dairy insulin-dependent, get1 itdiabetes from animal foods, known fish, and products. Also, is abeta-carotene taboo subject amongst the local people. risk forevery toxicity that water soluble vitamins. The (from orange andripple yellow veggies) gets juvenile or childhood-onset) is tragic characterized by deficient For suicide, there are effects forupper friends, tolerable limit for adults is 10,000 IU for vitamin A. You converted to vitamin in the body. insulin production and Arequires daily administration of arecolleagues antibiotics? families, and fish, the broader community. getWhat it from animal foods, and dairy products. Also, insulin. The cause of type 1 diabetes is notdestroy known and gets it is through various actions, beta-carotene (from orange and yellow veggies) ForIfAntibiotics, every suicide, there are tragic ripple effects for or friends, you’re taking a multivitamin that contains 5,000 IU,inhibit plus not preventable with current knowledge. the growth of bacteria. antibiotic mayeating be specific, converted to vitamin Afoods in theThe body. getting A-fortified in your diet, plus foods What are antibiotics? families, colleagues and the broader community. and targeted atkilla themselves, small ofOK, bacteria, it ending may bethe a “When peoplevitamin they think they’re that contain A, group you’re but it’sor the super-A through various actions, destroy orIU, inhibit broad-spectrum antibiotic, which means it will be effective IfAntibiotics, you’re taking a multivitamin that contains 5,000 plus we worrydoing about. It’s easy to itspecific, with they pills thesupplements growth The may be pain, buta of all bacteria. they’re isantibiotic passing it overdo oneating to those against group of organisms. Most antibiotics are getting A-fortified foods in your diet, plus foods which is of large particular concern forbacteria, pregnant women. 3. Relax and targeted at a small group of or it may be a “When people kill through themselves, they think they’re ending the absorbed well the gut, and are sold as tablets that contain vitamin A, you’re OK, but it’s the super-A leave behind.”antibiotic, which means it will be effectiveor broad-spectrum syrups, but some do have to beeasy injected. supplements we worry about. toitsome, overdo it with pills Vitamin D is tricky because we need as we get pain, buta all they’re doing is It’s passing on antibiotics toand those they against group of and organisms. Most are Use some aromatherapy download some meditation which is we of large particular concern for pregnant women. older need more. Too much can actually cause calcium absorbed well through the gut, and are sold as tablets or Doleach antibiotics cure all infections? leave behind.” or hypnosis apps on your phone when you as need to out of your bones, causing bones welltoout as If someone you know seems to for beweak struggling, reach syrups, but some do have towe be injected. No they do not. Antibiotics noway effect at all on Vitamin D is tricky because need some, and as we get relax. musicinisthe ahave great to will relax theinfections brain. highListening levels of to calcium blood which cause another caused by viruses, or fungi. Viruses cause all could types of flu and connect with them. Showing you cause care make older we need more. Too much can that actually calcium set of serious problems. 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If you are struggling yourself, D, AND a multi you could be getting close to the limit. from viral infections happen inAntibiotics the same will number of multi days treatment and start taking steps towards recovery. prevent overgrowth. aggravate the Vitamin isbacterial found inwill some calcium supplements, and loudly orDsnoring even louder. with or without In some cases antibiotics willwith be youcondition might feel better ifdairy, you reach out for infection. support, get of antibiotics. someone suffering a fungal Many vitamins. If you do drink as take calcium There is focus on vitamin Eas to well prevent Alzheimer’s, heart prescribed for someone suffering a heavy viral infection to “healthy bacteria” thatbe normally live around our bodies D, AND a multi you could getting close to etc. the limit. disease, macular degeneration, cancer The upper treatment and start taking steps towards recovery. 4. Pack layers prevent bacterial overgrowth. Antibiotics will aggravate the Common warning signs actually assist us in our wellbeing. These friendly bacteria are tolerable is 1,000 milligrams (1,500infection. IU); the RDA is condition of level someone suffering a fungal Many killed when broad-spectrum antibiotics are prescribed. This There is focus on vitamin E to prevent Alzheimer’s, heart 30 IU, and even higher doses seem to be well tolerated. In “healthy bacteria” that normally live around our bodies The air conditioning on arena board may seem like aThe lifesaver if then leaves an open for pathogens like certain fungi disease, macular degeneration, cancer etc. upper an Alzheimer’s study, people took 2,000 IU for four years Common warning signs actually assist us in1,000 our wellbeing. These friendly bacteria are (e.g. Candida), to take over. Interestingly enough, recovery you’re just leaving a tropical climate, but the change in Someone who is thinking about suicide will usually give tolerable level is milligrams (1,500 IU); the RDA is andwhen did’tbroad-spectrum have any adverse effects. In another study, killed antibiotics are prescribed. This fromand some bacterial infections happen in summer the same 30 IU, even higher doses seem to be well tolerated. In temperature is 800 tough on the body. Ifwill you’re in your people took IUarena for six years, with nothem, adverse effects. some clues or signs to people around though these then leaves an open for pathogens like certain fungi number of days with or without antibiotics. Our bodies do an Alzheimer’s study, people took 2,000 IU for four years clothes tank top, shorts and flip-flops for example make (e.g. Candida), to take over. Interestingly recovery Someone who isany thinking about suicide will usually give have thehave ability to heal themselves in most circumstances. and did’t adverse effects. Inenough, another study, sure pack bacterial a light sweater, lightwill scarf and some socks. If from to some in the same people took 800 IU fortoinfections six years,around with happen no adverse effects. someneck, clues or signs though number of shoulders days with and or people without bodies do your feet areantibiotics. warm,them, you Our should bethese OK.
may be subtle. Suicide prevention starts with recognising thirst (polydipsia), constant hunger, weight loss, vision Heat is very important to maintaining healthy immunity, the warning signs and taking them seriously changes, fatigue. These symptoms may occur suddenly. Suicideand warning signs especially when traveling.
How many is too many? Over-prescription of Antibiotics a Major Problem - WHO SUPPLEMENTS
TOO MANY ANTIBIOTICS …
Type 2 diabetes
The Water Soluble Vitamin C & B’s What isyour “Antibiotic Resistance”? 5. Keep body’s clock ticking How many is too many? Suicide warning signs Type diabetes (formerly called non-insulin-dependent, Over-prescription of Antibiotics a Major Problem - WHO • A2sense of hopelessness or no hope for the future. or
have the ability to heal themselves in most circumstances.
The Long Haul….
or not take you seriously and just tell you to “Get over it”. ashamed to talk about it or worry that people will judge you
When antibiotics are used to kill a certain group of bacteria, adult-onset) results from the body’s ineffective use ofa Most people it’s fine take asunderstands much Vit C me”. aswith they some of those bacteria may adapt, grow and multiply • Isolation or think feeling alone -to one When heading across time zones, “jetlag” isday. caused by a The Water Soluble Vitamin C“No &10,000 B’s What is “Antibiotic Resistance”? insulin. Type 2 diabetes comprises the majority of people want, I know people who take mg a However, found that isor able to resist the antibiotic that • new A sense of strength hopelessness no forshift the future. When antibiotics areand used to ahope of bacteria, disruption the body’s clock. While isThe inevitable, • Aggressiveness irritability -certain “Leave meanalone”. with diabetes around the world, and isthe largely the result the upper limit is kill 2,000 mg a group day. risk of for was oncetotolerable effective in killing it. Each time antibiotic is Most people think it’s fine to take as much Vit C as theya some of those bacteria may adapt, grow and multiply you canbody avoid mental and physical fatigue trying towith stick • kidney Isolation or feeling alone - “No one understands me”. stones canof increase withincreases. very highby doses and other excess weight and physical inactivity. used, the chance resistance The resistance to • Possessing lethalthat means - medication, weapons. want, I know people who 10,000 mgthe a day. However, new found strength istake able to resist antibiotic that people may getisdiarrhea. antibiotic not limited to one person affects the as closely as possible to your usual routine. Ifbut you’re taking • any Aggressiveness and irritability - “Leave mean alone”. the upper tolerable limit is 2,000 mg a day. The risk for was once effective in killing it. Each time antibiotic is • Negative view of self “I am worthless”. entire community in general. For example if Fred takes Symptoms may be similar to those of type 1 diabetes, but medications or supplements, try to adapt to the new time kidney stones canofincrease withincreases. very highThe doses and doses other used, the chance resistance resistance to The B’s are generally well tolerated, however very high • antibiotics Possessing lethal means -afor medication, weapons. (eg Amoxicillin) every minor infection thatbe he are less marked. As result, the may • often Drastic changes inlimited mood and behaviour. zone formay the time you’re away and take atdisease the equivalent of people any antibiotic isdiarrhea. not to one person affects the of B3 & bacteria B6get can have serious side effects.B supplements has, the will soon become resistant tobut that antibiotic. If diagnosed several years after onset, once complications • may Negative vieweach of in self - “Iifam worthless”. the same time possible. towould eat at similar entire community general. For example if Fred takes be beneficial forday pregnant women, the over 50, those • Frequently talking about death - that “If ITry died you John is then infected by a bacteria has been passed on have already arisen. Until recently, this type of diabetes was The B’s are generally well tolerated, however very high doses antibiotics (eg for every minor that he times during theAmoxicillin) day. you to lie down on suffer from anxiety orwhile depression, orwant people with certain • that Drastic changes inAnd mood and behaviour. to him Fred, will be of no use formay John toinfection take Amoxicillin. seen only in adults but itserious is now also occurring increasingly of B3 & by B6 can itwill have side effects.B supplements miss me?”. has, the bacteria soon become to that antibiotic. If medical conditions that prevent Bresistant absorption. your plush hotel bed or doze off on the beach upon arrival, The bacteria is already resistant. may be beneficial forabout pregnant thebeen overpassed 50, frequently in children. • Frequently talking deathwomen, - that “If I died would youthose John is then infected by a bacteria has on Self-harming behaviours like cutting. It •would befrom wiser to stay awake for as as possible in that suffer or no depression, orlong people certain toThe him by Fred, itanxiety will be of use for John to take with Amoxicillin. Minerals This has been proven in communities worldwide. Penicillin, miss me?”. your new time zone then going to sleep early. medical conditions thatbehaviours prevent B -absorption. • Engaging ‘risky’ “I’ll try anything, I’m not The isin already Gestational thebacteria very firstdiabetes antibiotic toresistant. be marketed, is now useless against • Like Self-harming behaviours like cutting. calcium, overloading on potassium supplements is Gestational diabetes is hyperglycaemia blood glucose most infections. antibiotic resistant afraid to die”. Certain strains of with The Minerals 6. Comfort & hygiene This has been proven in communities worldwide. Penicillin, potentially problematic for your ticker. This mineral has a values above normal but below those diagnostic of (Golden Staph.)- have colonized in I’m hospitals • Staphylococcus Engaging in ‘risky’ behaviours “I’ll try anything, not • very Making arrangements. the first antibiotic toyour bepregnancy. marketed, is and nowtaking useless against function infuneral regulating heartbeat, too much diabetes, occurring during all over the globe. Malaria is resistant to Chloroquine in almost Like overloading on potassium supplements is most infections. Certain strains of for antibiotic resistant afraid to die”. of itcalcium, can cause heart problems. iron and zinc can both A pillow isMalaria aaway staple carry-on item all long-distance all high-risk regions (although strictly speaking •small Giving things (clothes, expensive gifts) - “When potentially problematic for your ticker. This mineral has a easily accumulate in your bodyhave and cause various issues, Staphylococcus Staph.) colonized inapplies). hospitals is not a(Golden bacteria, but same principle Women with gestational diabetes are atwill an increased risk of travelers. Every airport on the the planet sell travel pillows, • Malaria Making funeral arrangements. function in regulating your taking too much issues areyou typically thethis”. first sign that something I amthe gone, I want have allDigestive over globe. Malaria istoheartbeat, resistant to and Chloroquine in almost complications during pregnancy andiron at delivery. Gestational of ithigh-risk canbut heart problems. and zinc can both however I cause would shop around and research which in-flight off, people can also experience nausea, vomiting, all Malaria regions (although strictly speaking • is Giving things away (clothes, expensive gifts) - “When Five Strains of Bacteria that are Now Resistant • Substance abuse. diabetes usually goes away once the baby is born however; easily accumulate in your body and cause various issues, pillows actually work best before the flight. An eye mask is seizures, or a rapid heartbeat. Malaria is not a bacteria, but the same principle applies). Antibiotic resistance risks us to an that age where even Digestive issues areyou typically the first sign something I am Ichildren want to returning have this”. they andgone, their are also at increased risk ofbetter type 2 especially useful if you’re flying during the day. Bring •simple Feeling like a burden to others “You would be cuts scrapes canexperience become deadly. For vomiting, a glimpse isThe off, Herbs but people can also nausea, diabetes in theand Five Strains offuture. Bacteria that Now Resistant • of Substance abuse. toiletries in carry-on andare make sure to brush your what could be commonplace in our future, here are five of seizures, or ayour rapid heartbeat. off without me”. Antibiotic resistance risks returning us to an age where even teeth, throw on some deodorant, or even change your the scariest antibiotic resistant bacteria from the last five years. • Feeling like a burden to others “You would be better Herbs cansuicide be scrapes very dangerous, particularly for your liver. Gestational diabetes iscan simple cuts and become deadly. aIprenatal glimpse • Making threats - diagnosed “Sometimes Ithrough feel For like just The Herbs clothes. Mintdietary candies or breath fresheners are a must on and supplements are now areweeks), responsible for screening (a simple glucose screening at 26 rather ofHerbal what could be commonplace in our future, here are five of off without me”. 1. want Extensively drug-resistant Salmonella typhi topercent die”. long flights, for you and the guy net to you! about 20 of liver injury. the scariest antibiotic resistant bacteria from the last five years. than through reported symptoms. Impaired glucose This highly contagious bacterium causes typhoid fever, Herbs cansuicide be very dangerous, particularly for your • Making threats - “Sometimes I feel like I just liver.a tolerance and impaired fasting glycaemia. Impaired glucose life-threatening infection that affects about 21 million people Herbal and dietary supplements are now are responsible for “all-natural” herbal product might sound typhi like it’s good for 1.An Extensively drug-resistant Salmonella 7. Avoid getting a blood clot want to die”. tolerance (IGT) and impaired fasting glycaemia (IFG) areor around the world every year. About 1% of those affected, about 20 percent of liver injury. Responding to warning signs yourhighly health,contagious but some common ones, like green teafever, extract This bacterium causes typhoid a intermediate conditions in the between normality 223,000 people, will cause die. In transition November 2016, strain of and comfrey tea, can injury to your21 liver -athe organ life-threatening infection that affects about million people Salmonella typhi emerged inmight Pakistan. Itlong was resistant An “all-natural” herbal product sound like it’s good for Blood clots are a risk for certain people on haul flights. and diabetes. People with IGT or IFG are at high risk ofto that breaks down medications. around the world every year. About 1% of those affected, or Responding to warning signs your health, but some common ones, like green tea extract five antibiotics, leaving only one oral antibiotic (azithromycin) progressing to type 2 diabetes, although this is not inevitable. Here are some simple steps that can be taken to reduce the Fortunately mostwill threats of November suicide are2016, not genuine. It ofis 223,000 people, die. In athe strain and comfrey tea, can cause injury to your liver organ able to treat it. Because of theemerged risks, to take risk of developing a potential DVT (Deep Vein it’s Thrombosis): Salmonella typhi Pakistan. Itimportant was resistant to usually acommon desperate cry forin help. However, no tuberculosis suicide threat that breaks down medications. 2. Extensively drug-resistant Mycobacterium What are consequences of diabetes? precautions if you decide to use a herbal product. Keep •five Try to keep your thighs clear of the edge of your seat byis antibiotics, leaving only one oral antibiotic (azithromycin) Fortunately most threats of suicide are not genuine. It Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the world’s leading infectious these tips intaken mind: Over time, diabetes canondamage the heart, vessels, should be lightly. Suicidal intent can be very subtle, able to treat it.the keeping your feet up the leg rests atimportant theblood highest Because of potential risks, it’sdeaths to take killer, causing more than 1.7 million every year. It’s 1. Beware of the big liver offenders. Green tea extract, eyes, kidneys, and nerves. usually a desperate cry for help. However, no suicide threat 2. Extensively drug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis elevation or your on your hand luggage. precautions if resting you decide to use a herbal product. and evensteroids, those whom may think have every reason to estimated up to 13% ofyou allfeet new tuberculosis cases areKeep mulanabolic pyrrolizidine alkaloids, and flavocoxid (a •these Adults with mind: diabetes have aistwoto three-fold increased Mycobacterium tuberculosis the world’s leading infectious tips beintaken lightly. Suicidal intent can be very subtle, tidrug-resistant, with Europe, including Russia, seeing the •should Exercise during the flight by moving around the aircraft herb sold to treat arthritis) are among the top substances live, can be very serious about taking theirevery own life. Who risk of heart attacks and strokes. killer, causing more than 1.7 million deaths It’s 1. Beware ofusing the liver offenders. Green teayear. extract, highest ofbig cases. that can cause liver injury. cabin ornumber by athese leg exerciser. and even those whom you mayalkaloids, thinkneuropathy have every reason to estimated up to 13% of all new tuberculosis cases are mul•anabolic Combined with reduced blood flow, (nerve steroids, pyrrolizidine and flavocoxid (a would have thought that a man like Robin Avoid Williams 3. Pandrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae •tidrug-resistant, Drink plenty of with waterEurope, to avoid dehydration. toowould including Russia, seeing the herb sold to treat arthritis) are among the top substances Klebsiella pneumoniae is a common bacterium found in the live, can begreen very serious taking their up own life.cups Whoa Ifeven you love rest about assured: Drinking to 10 dream ofliver it?tea, much alcohol. highest number of these cases. that can causeIt’s skin, and soil. causesofa green range of potentially deadly day isintestines safe. theinjury. highIt doses tea extract usually would have thought that aorman like Robin Williams Pandrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae •3. Wear elastic flight socks support (this iswould infections in people with compromised immune systems. As found in weight-loss supplements thatstockings cause damage. pneumoniae is assured: apassengers common bacterium found in one the IfKlebsiella you love green tea, rest Drinking up to 10 cups a particularly important for with varicose veins). this bacterium is particularly prevalent in hospitals, it’s even dream of it? Talking toIt’ssomeone about ofa suicidal can be skin, intestines and soil. It causes range ofthoughts potentially deadly day is safe. the high green of the most critical drug-resistant threats toextract public health. Make sure they are not tight around thetea knees, thisusually will Certain herbs used in doses traditional Chinese medicine have infections inthere people with compromised immune systems. As found in weight-loss supplements that of cause damage. In 2013 8,000 multidrug-resistant also been found pose Researchers have challenging butwere ifto you are unsure whether someone is actually increase the risk ofsome areports clotrisks. forming. this bacterium is particularly prevalent in hospitals, it’swith onea Klebsiella pneumoniae in the United States alone, identified 28 traditional Chinese medicine herbs and herbal Talking to someone about suicidal thoughts can be •Certain Walk briskly for at least half an hour before takeoff & ofdeath the most critical drug-resistant threats public health. suicidal, the best to find out tocause ask.toliver herbs usedway in people traditional medicine have rate of 50% for withisChinese bloodstream infections. mixtures that have been reported to toxicity. during transit stops. In 2013 there were 8,000 reports of multidrug-resistant also been found to pose some risks. Researchers have challenging but if you are unsure whether someone is 4. Pandrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Klebsiella pneumoniae in thePseudomonas United States alone, withand aa identified 28 traditional Chinese medicine herbs and herbal Meanwhile, comfrey which is sold as a tea, powder, Like Klebsiella pneumoniae, aeruginosa is suicidal, the best way to reported find out isto tocause ask. liverinfections. death rate of 50% for people with bloodstream mixtures that have been toxicity. ARE YOU SUICIDAL? 8.capsule Avoid Ear / Head Pain that - contains several pyrrolizidine alkaloids that may commonly found bacterium causes infections in people with 4.cause Pandrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa liver injury. Chaparral, and skullcap can also compromised immune systems.kava, Like Klebsiella pneumoniae, Meanwhile, comfrey - which is sold asInathe tea, powder, and Like pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a damage your it’s Klebsiella particularly prevalent in hospitals. past five years, ARE YOU SUICIDAL? “Airplane isliver. the stress exerted on your eardrum and capsule -ear” contains several pyrrolizidine alkaloids that other may commonly found bacterium that causes infections in people with Talking to someone about your suicidal feelings 29 cases of pandrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa middle ear tissues when the air pressure in your middle ear cause liver injury. Chaparral, and skullcap can compromised immune systems. Like Klebsiella pneumoniae, 2. Know what’s in it. Some kava, herbal products, such asalso milk infection have been reported in hospitals in England. damage your liver. it’s particularly prevalent in hospitals. 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