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The first isolation of Bromelain was recorded by the Venezuelan chemist Vicente Marcano (BU1 1.Phar. 5,77) in 1891 from the fruit of pineapple. In 1892, Chittenden, assisted by Joslin and Meara, investigated the matter fully (Trans. Conn. Acad. Arts Sci. 8, 281-308), and called it ‘bromelin’. Later the term Bromelain extract was introduced and originally applied to any protease from any plant member of that plant family Bromeliaceae.

Bromelain fruit extract was first introduced as a therapeutic supplement in 1957. Research on bromelain apparently was first conducted in Hawaii but more recently has been conducted in countries in Asia, Europe and Latin America. Germany has recently taken a great interest in bromelain research; bromelain is currently the 13th most widely used herbal medicine in Germany and abroad.

When taken with meals, bromelain is believed to assist in the digestion of proteins. When taken on an empty stomach, it is believed to act medicinally as an anti-inflammatory agent in the body.

Could a pineapple a day keep the doctor away is the questions? Maybe not, but a dose of bromelain, also known as bromelain, might be helpful. Bromelain is a protein-digesting enzyme found in the pineapple plant (Ananas comosus). Pineapple has a long tradition as a medicinal plant among the native peoples of South America and Central America. Extracts from the flesh and stem of the pineapple plant were made into dressings and were applied to wounds and skin injuries to reduce inflammation. Drinking the juice of the plant was known to ease stomachaches and indigestion in all those who consumed it.

The people of Guadeloupe introduced pineapple as a dessert and a medicinal plant to Christopher Columbus when he came ashore there in 1493. Today, bromelain is used by arthritis patients to help reduce the swelling that causes joint pain. Bromelain has also shown promise in the treatment of pain, numbness, tingling, aching, and loss of motor and sensory function in the fingers resulting from carpal tunnel syndrome. Bromelain contains a protease enzyme that may be beneficial to the heart. Studies have shown that bromelain can reduce the clumping of platelets (small plate like bodies in the blood), the formation of plaques in the arteries, and the formation of blood clots as well as act as an antioxidant to fight free radical damage. All these effects help to prevent and treat cardiovascular disease. Bromelain has also been discovered to have anti-tumor action, as well as helping the body absorb medications.

Bromelain is considered a proteolytic enzyme (an enzyme that digests proteins) found in fresh pineapple. It is often used to treat muscle injuries and as a digestive aid to some.

Bromelain is a natural anticoagulant that works by breaking down the blood-clotting protein fibrin. It is also used as a blood thinner; bromelain also thins mucus, and thus maybe of benefit to asthmatics and people suffering from chronic bronchitis. There is also evidence that bromelain can trigger beneficial changes in white blood cells, and thus may improve immune function.

However, whether or not the enzyme would be beneficial to immunocompromised people like those with HIV has not been established clinically. Bromelain has potent anti-inflammatory properties and therefore may be useful in promoting the healing of minor muscle injuries such as sprains and strains.

Results of one study also found evidence to suggest that it can help to improve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. When applied topically it may help to speed wound healing. There has also been some suggestion that bromelain has anti-cancer properties. Several recent studies have linked chronic inflammation to cancer, thus any anti-cancer action of bromelain could be due to it anti-inflammatory properties. The enzyme may also enhance the effect of the antibiotics amoxicillin, erythromycin, penicillamine, and penicillin. In a study of people with urinary tract infections, 100% of participants given antibiotics in combination with bromelain and another enzyme called trypsin were cured of their infection, compared with just 46% who received antibiotics alone.

Bromelain has many beneficial effects on the body and is suggested for all those who need digestive help and those looking for improved absorption of the supplements and prescriptions they consume on a daily basis. Bromelain is available at your local or internet health food store in capsule or tablet forms. Always look for name brands to ensure quality and purity of the product you purchase.

*Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Bromelain is not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication or adding Vitamins to medications.

Like most other types of migraine headaches, the vestibular migraine has a component of debilitating pain along with light sensitivity and sound sensitivity that make the sufferer feel very ill during the migraine attack. Vestibular migraines also have some symptoms all their own and are triggered by different things than other migraines.

One symptom of a vestibular migraine is a visual aura effect that causes the illusion of movement or spinning. A sense of vertigo, or extreme dizziness and loss of balance, often accompanies this aura. Many people who suffer this particular type of migraine also report seeing other visual effects, flickering lights and spots in their field of vision being common. These are similar to the aura effect experiences prior to the onset of other types of migraine.

As with most migraines, extreme sensitivity to light and sound often drives the person suffering this severe form of headache to seek rest in a darkened, quiet room. Nausea and vomiting are often experienced along with the severe migraine pain.

Vertigo and other extreme dizziness may be experienced at other times without the pain of the migraine. These are still migraine related and may be an indication that one is about to strike. Most people who suffer from migraine related vertigo have been shown to be sensitive to motion, often having a history of becoming car sick while traveling.

These feelings of vertigo are caused by the way the migraine affects the balance maintaining structures in the inner ear. Most bouts of vertigo are short lived, usually only lasting a few moments. There are, however times when the vertigo may last for days at a time. Meclizine is a common prescription medication used to treat such long term bouts of vertigo.

It is commonly believed, though unproven, that genetic predisposition is the major contributor to whether or not a person will suffer from vestibular migraines. Many other causes and triggers are known to be the same or related to the causes and triggers of other types of migraine headache . Nobody has been able to quantitatively identify any specific known causes of vestibular migraine.

There is a theory that vertigo may be caused by abnormalities in the brain stem instead of the inner ear. Whether these changes are physical or chemical has not been adequately explored to make a positive statement. It has, however been proven that many cases of vertigo are suffered by people with absolutely nothing wrong with their inner ears and occurs in various types of migraines.

It is believed that these abnormalities in the brain stem may be the reason some people suffer from vestibular migraines. The vertigo effect caused by this type of migraine may occur at the same time as the migraine pain, but most often does not. Normally vertigo is experienced between the full blown severe migraine attacks.

Vestibular migraines have many symptoms in common with other types of migraine headaches. They can be triggered by some of the same things, though the exact causes are unknown. Vertigo is the most common defining symptom of vestibular migraines.

*This is not medical advise, if your having problems with migraine headaches or any medical concern you should always contact your doctor.*

Wouldn’t it be a pleasant change if you could sit outside all evening as you might when it’s a warm sunny day? Propane patio heaters are inexpensive and they can warm large areas in very little time at all.

These heaters also have tremendous commercial benefit, even more so than for residences. If you have a restaurant that servers into the evening hours and you’re indoor seating is full, it would be great to have a warm and comfortable place for patrons to eat outside even if the weather is a bit chilly. It’s common for these eating establishments to have patio heaters set up in strategic locations to provide a warm circle of eat for all those who eat there.

It’s important to take care of it with a patio heater cover. Protect it from dust, dirt, mildew and spider webs by covering it in the summer and putting it away in the winter.

Some heaters do double duty and have the ability to be used indoors as a vent free appliance. Not ever unit is like this so be sure to get it confirmed if that’s what you want. These can even benefit construction companies by providing heat to dry plaster faster on those rainy days.

If you have a really large space to warm you will need energy efficient commercial outdoor patio heaters with propane, natural gas or electric type fuel sources. Natural gas heaters are ideal if your natural gas is reasonably priced and you already have a natural gas line in your home. The heaters have two installation types from which to choose. The first is to have the unit mounted in a fixed location on the deck or patio using a steel gas line.

If you have a gas unit check the hose connections regularly and replace and retest when needed to ensure no leakage of gas.

When you are a lover of art work then you are always on the look out for hip young artists as well as established legends. However, sometimes you have artists that you not only relate to on an art level but there is something that goes a lot deeper than this. Sometimes it is down to the personality of the artist for example, as artists like Doug Hyde have had frequent public praise whilst being panned by critics.

Rolf Harris is an artist that is loved by most British families. Mainly this can be put down to our love for his hit songs and TV shows like Animal Hospital. Rolf Harris is also a legendary painter and has even been given the honour of painting the Queen. Rolf’s personality comes over in everything he does, that is why he is such a successful artist. As a result Rolf Harris prints have sold very well in the UK.

British artist David Shepherd paints landscapes, steam trains and wildlife. He is a big steam train enthusiast but is also known for his conservation work. He has even set up the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation and has been awarded an OBE for services to the conservation of wildlife. Many of artist David Shepherd prints raise awareness of conservation problems.

Sylvia Ji is a unique young artist from San Francisco. Sylvia Ji prints and paintings can be provocative and frequently use a range of themes and styles that would not be out of place in a tattoo convention. Unlike other artists Sylvia Ji has embraced the use of social networking sites like Facebook to market herself and her prints. This has made her seem increasingly popular, as fans can talk to her and relate to her on a more personal level.

Bringing The Net Together

Given the current state of the economy in the United States, the ability for someone to have access to funds needed to cover living expenses is essential. It can be difficult enough for someone with a full-time job to pay their bills, and even harder for someone who is not working.

This leaves people who are retired or close to retiring in a precarious situation. How will they pay their bills without working a full-time job? A possible solution to their problem could be a reverse mortgage.

Retirement is supposed to be a time of relaxation and reflection, and a reverse mortgage can help to ensure these basic rights. Gaining access to equity in your home can be extremely difficult at this point in time. Lenders are trying to minimize their risk, and in doing so, they are clamping down on their credit requirements.

Someone who could have received an equity loan with no documentation one year ago, could find themselves denied by the very same bank. Reverse mortgages bypass the hassle of credit checks and income documentation. They are also backed by the US Government.

Don’t spend your time trying to get approved for equity loans and refinances that the banks are making difficult to acquire. Most importantly, keep your home and at the same time receive the money you need. Inquire about a reverse mortgage today, and start living your life again!

To find out if a reverse mortgage is right for you, visit http://www.seniorreversemortgageservices.com There you can find all the information needed to make an informed decision on a reverse mortgage. Don’t let the current state of the economy hold you back!

Cutting down on your personal insurance cover appears easy when trying to cut costs, however many types of cover are designed to protect you in times of need.

A review, undertaken for AEIS, shows that many of us will cancel insurance to reduce costs. 27 per cent of the consumers surveyed, planned to reduce their health cover and 17% were considering a reduction in pet cover.

The chairman of Morethan, says that it is a bad sign when consumers reduce the cover of the very policies that offer protection.
Tony Solomon, concurs with this view, saying people should think twice before cancelling, because loss of cover may have a damaging affect on their family and themselves in the years to come. term assurance and critical illness cover are both too important to sacrifice. If the worst happened and you died, or fall critically ill, then cancelling your cover could leave your family with without hope, he says.

Your insurer maybe able to help if you cannot afford your premiums so give them a call

The British Insurance Brokers Association, says that people do not appreciate what is involved in replacing possessions, if they are stolen. He advises everyone to take out buildings and contents insurance cover, but to look at reducing your cover level, as they may not need all your possessions covered. For example, contents insurance costs about 149 pounds a year on average, you can reduce this by 25% by canceling the extra options.

Pet insurance may appear to be unnecessary, but without cover you may struggle to be able to afford the vet bills. So which policies are you safe to cancel? Referring to medical insurance, Solomon says that many people get free health insurance from their employers. However, you must protect your families finances. Therefore, it would be advisable to choose critical illness cover, which pays out a lump sum, rather than mortgage life insurance or medical insurance.

Sacramento, located in the great Central Valley almost in the middle, between San Francisco and Lake Tahoe, is fast growing and a great place to live in California.

Sacramento is just two hours drive from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe and benefits largely from the proximity to the Bay Area. In spite of being so closely located, the Sacramento real estate market is much more affordable than the San Francisco Bay Area market, and is much less congested.

Sacramento offers a variety of housing options to choose from.

Sacramento homes range from low priced condos from the $150s to multi-million dollar homes. Homes are available in a broad variety of styles ranging from the modern to historical landmark homes. One can find houses in many neighborhoods that range from low 200’s and up, in various bed and bath combinations.

If you are thinking of buying real estate in Sacramento, now is the time. Prices are still very affordable, and have even come down a bit.

As the inventory of Sacramento homes for sale increases, the average days on the market increases as well, giving the Sacramento home buyer more homes to choose from when shopping.

The entry level and lower priced homes are selling more frequently, leading to a decrease in the median home price in Sacramento County. In general, sellers of higher priced homes that have been sitting on the market for long, especially those that have been priced above $450,000, have been forced to lower their prices.

The Sacramento real estate market is bustling now with the rise in the number of homes on the market. The Sacramento county MLS active listings are at an all-time high; make sure to check out the online California Realty Directory listings. All this is good news for the buyers as it gives them more real estate to choose from.

Currently, the real estate market is neutral but is fast heading towards becoming a buyer’s market. So, if you are looking forward to buying a Sacramento home, then it’s a good idea to take advantage of these market conditions today. Sacramento homebuyers now have the advantage of more negotiating power as sellers vie to catch the attention of discerning buyers.

When toothpaste no longer gives you that bright and shiny smile, teeth whitening is a viable alternative. Perfect white teeth are frequently advertised by various teeth whitening products.

It’s no wonder many people are looking for ways to whiten their teeth, what with the aggressive marketing used in television advertising.

The obvious candidates for teeth whitening are people whose teeth have discolored because of age, possibly due to smoking or other factors.

When teeth whitening was proven to be effective, more people were curious and wanted to try it. There are now various ways for people to have their teeth whitened.

Teeth whitening systems are methods you can do yourself at home. These are made up of a whitening gel that is placed in a mouthpiece for a specific number of times. Before buying a teeth whitening system, it is a good idea to read the labels first to make certain that they are approved by the American Dental Association. It is very important that you only do as instructed and don’t overdo it.

Professional teeth whitening is the most effective method for teeth whitening. Before being treated for teeth whitening, your dental professional will make sure you have healthy teeth and decide which whitening method is best for you. Any issues such as cavities or gum issues need to be dealth with first. A good teeth cleaning should also be done by your dental hygenist. Your dentist will let you know what to expect from the procedure.

Teeth whitening does not last forever. The process will need to be repeated from time to time to maintain your whitened teeth.

In this internet enabled world – for business to function as best as they otherwise would work it has now become conditional to have a prominent|observable|outstanding|pointed} space on the internet. We see this in many economies around the world and the Bristol internet marketing area is no different from any other. We see that people are turning more and more to making use of the new technologies as their means of seeking the products and services that they wish to purchase – with that said, all organizations should be looking into the Bristol internet marketing scene to see what it can do for their business revenues.

When looking to drive your organization forward in any region of the world at large you will sure need to make sure that you are at the top of the game when it comes to what is happening in the niche marketing strategies part of your business. There are so many things that one person would need to learn when it comes to driving your business and making a mark and generating revenues by making use of the internet as a way to reach the end user client. As with anything else it makes sense to make use of an expert such as Stephen C Campbell who will be able to take your business and website and make it work as equity for your business and drive revenues.

If course we know that at times we need more than just the core business competencies and making use of self determination will help us to really take our business forward to the next level as we desire. In summary we know that concepts of management consultants Bristol and public speaking are key to business success but note that self determination also has a part to play.

Simple steps to powerfull golf swing

The first step to a powerfull golf swing, is the downswing that will provide all the power necessary for you to hit accurate golf shots, that land in the fairway and on the green.The golf swing motion, is not as simple as it looks. The backswing is important for you, as it will get your body in the proper position to deliver the club face to the back of the golf ball.

The downswing is of equal importantance for you to know about because it is the downswing motion, that will deliver power to your golf shots. Beginning golfers, with practice, do manage to get their backswing correct, yet when it comes to the downswing, fail dismally. One of the reasons for that, during the downswing, golfers are expected to release the power and energy built up in the backswing motion, which beginner golfers have difficulty making the transition from backswing to downswing..

The first steps in starting your downswing,is the rotation of the hips. Though, in the process of releasing all the built-up energy, the arms and shoulders need to be uncoiled later.When you want to make a full, controlled golf swing, you have to understand how your body should move. There is of course a right way and a wrong way, getting your body to move in the correct motion is one of the most important parts of the golf swing. To learn more about your body motion, and other aspects of the golf swing check out, online golf lessons

The proper golf swing motion will have you shifting the weight from right foot to left foot. This is a crucial part of the downswing, which many novice golfers try to force at first, but with practice and the proper golf swing drills,you can make this movement unconsciously.To uncoil the body for a release of energy,your wrists should be in a slightly bent position. Remember, how you uncock your wrists will go on to signal how much power you are able to transmit to your golf shots. The later you are able to release the wrists, the better are your chances of achieving a golf swing release for maximum power in a golf swing