Thursday June 28, 2007: Vitamin D shows potential for controlling the spread of Microbes
Category: Health News
Cathelicidin production, an anti-microbial compound, has been shown to be affected by vitamin D intake. Cathelicidin, which resides in cells, responds to a hormone 12,5-D, the vitamins active form. Vitamin D circulates in the blood stream as a prehormone until it is needed. Vitamin D boosts the production of cathelicidin, an important enemy of bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Thursday June 28, 2007: New studies on vitamin D
Category: Health News
Several months ago we reported on studies showing the importance Vitamin D as an enemy of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Now new studies are pointing to vitamin D as an enemy of cancer. In this study a stronger version of vitamin D, D3 or cholecalciferol, was used. This form of vitamin D is similar to the one our skin produces when exposed to the sun’s ultra violet rays.
Sunday June 24, 2007: Running with your canine is good for you
Category: Health News
Tired of running alone, can’t seem to schedule with your running partners?
Too many times the logistics of pairing up for a run is more effort that the run itself.
For most of you that have a dog the best running partner is right at your feet. And as an added bonus, with more exercise not only will you be in better shape; your pet will find the long days without you more tolerable. They can also be a very effective alarm clock in the morning, the nuzzling and yipping tells you they are ready for a run and you need to get going.
Saturday June 23, 2007: Men facing up to eating disorders
Category: Health News
More and more men are showing up with eating disorders.
The goals may be different, body shape vs. body weight, but the behavior is the same. Binge eating followed by purging, and reducing the food intake to the point of starvation or anorexia is now found to be much more widespread in men than previously thought. This behavior long associated with women is now effecting more and more men.
The goals may be different, body shape vs. body weight, but the behavior is the same. Binge eating followed by purging, and reducing the food intake to the point of starvation or anorexia is now found to be much more widespread in men than previously thought. This behavior long associated with women is now effecting more and more men.
Category: Job Opportunities
Employment Opportunities here at Unravel Therapeutics
Unravel Therapeutics is always accepting resumes for future Massage, Acupuncture and Skin Care positions. Although we do not often have turn over, our business does continue to grow. We will make a special effort in our hiring schedule if you are currently an individual Regence provider looking for an employment position.
Unravel Therapeutics is always accepting resumes for future Massage, Acupuncture and Skin Care positions. Although we do not often have turn over, our business does continue to grow. We will make a special effort in our hiring schedule if you are currently an individual Regence provider looking for an employment position.
