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Michigan becoming popular with Ohioans for buying medical marijuana

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Michigan becoming popular with Ohioans for buying medical marijuana

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| Ohioans are crossing the border and traveling to Michigan to buy medical marijuana. A few Detroit-based dispensaries are selling cannabis to people, who have valid recommendations to use medical marijuana, much ahead of the drug becoming available in their state.

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Bid adieu to alcohol to lower risk of breast cancer

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Bid adieu to alcohol to lower risk of breast cancer

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| One of the most common forms of cancers detected in American women is breast cancer. In 2017, more than 252,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), one in three cases of breast cancer in the U.S. can be prevented if more and more women stayed at a healthy weight, exercised and did not consume alcohol.

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One of the most common forms of cancers detected in American women is breast cancer. In 2017, more than 252,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), one in three cases of breast cancer in the U.S. can be prevented if more and more women stayed at a healthy weight, exercised and did not consume alcohol.

According to an exhaustive report published by the AICR and the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), drinking even a single glass of wine or any alcoholic drink predisposes a woman to an increased risk of developing breast cancer. The report further suggests that indulging in a vigorous exercise schedule, such as running and fast cycling can drastically reduce the risk of developing pre- and post-menopausal breast cancers.

The report also gives strong evidence to support a similar earlier claim. Jasmine A McDonald, in her study, published in September 2013, reported that alcohol intake increased the risk of developing breast cancer moderately. Anne McTierman, the principal author of the new report quoted that the conclusion has been reached on the basis of recent data.

Lifestyle and breast cancer

The team of researchers reviewed 119 studies which comprised data pertaining to 12 million females and 260,000 cases of breast cancer. The researchers tried to collate the effect of diet, physical exercise, alcohol intake, and weight with the risk of developing breast cancer. A strong evidence indicated that consuming even a single glass of wine or beer (10 grams of alcohol) increased the risk of pre-menopausal cancer by 5 percent and post-menopausal cancer by 9 percent. Ideally, a standard drink contains 14 grams of alcohol.

Other than the intake of alcohol, and the lifestyle, the other factors that can contribute to the development of breast cancer include early menstrual period, having a history of breast cancer in the family and being older. Though women cannot control all the factors that can lead to breast cancer, fortunately, she does have a control on some, says Alice Bender, head of AICR's Nutrition Programs. While choosing what women feed their bodies, they should be especially careful when around alcohol.

The bottom line

Alcohol has penetrated the social cultures of American society to the extent that people raise a toast every now and then. Women, however, are more vulnerable to the side effects of alcohol. In addition to breast cancer risk, alcohol consumption can also cause alcohol use disorder (AUD), driving accidents, violence, unsafe sexual practices, other substance abuse, and fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) in infants born to the females who drank liquor during pregnancy.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse, and Alcoholism (NIAAA), women metabolize alcohol differently than men. As women's bodies have lower water content, the concentration of alcohol in their blood is higher. Also, women are more vulnerable to alcohol-related damage to their organs. Therefore, to lead a healthy and wholesome life, it is best to avoid alcohol.

The first step to alcohol addiction treatment is detoxification, which rids the body of the accumulated toxins. Subsequently, the body is fortified with minerals and nutrients. If you or a loved one is battling alcohol addiction and is searching for reliable centers for rapid detox in California, contact Sovereign Health. Call our 24/7 helpline number 855-682-0103 for more information regarding our detox retreats in California and beyond. You can also chat online with our representative for further advice.

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Bid adieu to alcohol to lower risk of breast cancer - Sovereign Natural Detox

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One of the most common forms of cancers detected in American women is breast cancer. In 2017, more than 252,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), one in three cases of breast cancer in the U.S.

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Study links alcohol dependence to brain activity

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Study links alcohol dependence to brain activity

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Alcohol poisoning occurs due to excessive drinking in a short period of time. It has been found to be a common problem among the middle-aged adults, especially men. High amount of alcohol in the blood can blackout critical areas of the brain responsible for controlling the heart rate, body temperature and breathing, sometimes even resulting in death.

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Alcohol poisoning occurs due to excessive drinking in a short period of time. It has been found to be a common problem among the middle-aged adults, especially men. High amount of alcohol in the blood can blackout critical areas of the brain responsible for controlling the heart rate, body temperature and breathing, sometimes even resulting in death.

Satisctics released by the Centeres for Disease Control and Prevention's monthly report CDC Vital Signs has revealed that six people succumbed to alcohol intoxication every day in the U.S. between 2010 and 2012. This amounts to nearly 2,200 deaths every year.

These staggering statistics have caught everybody's attention and prompted various researches in this area. One such research, carried out at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) attempted at finding a major difference in the brain pathways of alcohol dependent and normal rats.

The study fndings could help in the potential development of personalized treatment plans for alcoholism and alcohol use disorder (AUD).

Switch in alcohol response

Senior author of the study and TSRI professor Maria Roberto had previously conducted a study through which it was determined that when alcohol was given to a rat, a region of the brain, known as the central amygdala (CeA), gets activated. In the present study, Roberto and the fellow researchers observed that alcohol-dependent and non-dependent rats exhibited this activation via different mechanisms. It was found that in naïve rats, L-type voltage-gated calcium channels (LTCC) were involved in the release of a neurotransmitter known as GABA and blocking these channels decreased voluntary consumption of alcohol.

On the other hand, in the alcohol-dependent rats, corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF) and its type 1 receptor (CRF1) were responsible for driving central CeA stimulation. Here again, the authors realized that blocking these receptors decreased the voluntary intake of alcohol.

Roberto stated that these experiments helped understand how alcohol alters the brain mechanism in excessive drinkers and in other individuals. She said, "There is a switch in the molecular mechanisms underlying the CeA's response to alcohol (from LTCC- to CRF1-driven) as the individual transitions to the alcohol-dependent state." She added that this study might lead to the development of drugs that could block CRF and CRF1 hyperactivation, possibly helping curtail the menace of AUD.

Detoxification at Sovereign Health

While such studies are expected to help improve the way the world treats addiction to various substances, professional help must be sought to help control and manage alcohol addiction, alcoholism and AUD.

Detoxification is the first step towards achieving sobriety. However, going cold turkey without indispensable health management can cause both physiological and psychological complications. A detox facility or a recovery center ensures that a person gets the right supervision and medical support to achieve sober living.

Sovereign Health offers a variety of alcohol and drug detox options. We use cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) to assist patients process negative feelings they may have about themselves and their addiction, and natural assisted detox or NAD, a non-chemical detox program that uses amino acids to help repair the damaged neurotransmitters in the brain.

If you or a loved one is battling an addiction and is looking for a trusted detox center, contact Sovereign Health can help with medically assisted detox therapies. Call our 24/7 helpline number 855-682-0103 for more information regarding alcohol detoxification in Los Angeles or other cities. You can also chat online with our representative to get further advise on alcohol detox clinics in Los Angeles.

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Study links alcohol dependence to brain activity - Sovereign Natural Detox

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Alcohol poisoning occurs due to excessive drinking in a short period of time. It has been found to be a common problem among the middle-aged adults, especially men. High amount of alcohol in the blood can blackout critical areas of the brain responsible for controlling the heart rate, body temperature and breathing, sometimes even resulting..