14. pathology Flashcards by Abigail z

why do we get hypochlorhydria and symptoms

over taxing our stomach, dilution, aging, stress. GERD, discomfort digesting foods, gas, bloating, constipation, undigested food in stool, deficiencies related to not having the acid ie iron

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what weakens the esophageal sphincter and creates GERD?

decrease stomach acid, coffee, alcohol, peppermint, chocolate, over eating. You can get a hiated hernia as well

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hyperchlorhydria

too much acid-not very common. Non steroidal anti inflam can contribute. Symptoms: ulcer/pain, discomfort, dark/tar stools GERD. What to do? avoid stimulants, spicy fooods, animal products, anything hard to digest, dairy, non foods, avoid GERD foods, so foods that weaken the lower esophageal sphincter

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herpes simplex causes: what to increase and decrease in your diet

cold soars and a virus. Increase lysine rich foods as it inhibits this virus; eggs, fish, soy, veg. Decrease arginine foods: antagonizes lysine: nuts, seeds, chocolate, meat

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GERD

when acid gets past the sphincter into the esophagus

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hypersensitiivity reaction. Type one

immediate IgE

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inflammation is happening to:

prevent spread and contain damage, dispose of inverter or damaged tissue, decreases movement- important so the area has a rest and sets the stage for repair

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innate immune system response vs adapted

inflammation is the first immune response to happen in response to an injury. Innate immune system will create inflammation, where as adapted will keep it going

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when cancer spreads it is called

metastasis

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hyperplasia

a cell can increase in number as a response to injury

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dysplasia

when a cell starts to take on a abnormal shape and size in response to an injury

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metaplasia

where cells will be replaced by a normal cell of different type of tissue as a response to injury

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5 cellular responses to injury

atrophy, hypertrophy, hyperplasia, dysplasia, metaplasia

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how to address eczema

food elimination, stress, B, hydration

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psoriasis is usually on

extensor surfaces

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food for stress and reasoning

leafy greens(Bs and Mag), oatmeal (nervous system support) , camomile, lemon balm teas(nervines), elimination of stimulants

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eczema is a condition of:

allergy or sensitivity

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eczema looks like

a rash, red bumps, rough skin, usually on flexor surfaces

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acne rosacea

dilation of vessels

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acne vulagaris

papules, pustules, white heads, black heads

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issues with celiac

no absorption of nutrients especially iron, Bs especailly B12, minerals in general

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colitis

confined to the colon. Just effects the mucosal layer, usually the lesions are continuous of the effected tissue. Can be a risk for cancer

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crohns

entire GI tract- from mouth to anus. Inflammation affects several layers of tissue and has patches. Less of a risk of colon cancer

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H pylori can incrase ulcers. What can cause it to grow?

low stomach acid

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how do you know if you have a gastric ulcer?

it is not relieved by eating

what food issues are often associated with ADHD

salicylates are often connected: apples, plums, prunes, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers

things to add to the diet for ADHD

good fats, DHA, irion, mag, choline, phosphatidyl saline for focus and better memory and attention

psycho spiritual connection with eating disorders

sense of belonging and very poor self esteem, feeling of unworthiness

raynauds can be brought on by:

cold or emotions; epinephrine/adrenalin can cause vasoconstriction

good diet for MS

swank diet- minimizing saturated fats and increasing unsaturated fats

what causes alzheimer's

a plaque buildup, and creates atrophy.

MS is

progressive destruction of myelin and presents as muscle weakness, blurred double vision, incontinence, paresthesia(numbing)

dopamine food sources

fave beans

general treatments for chronic progressive neurological diseases:

whole foods, clean diet, addressing heavy metal detox: cilantro, dark leafy geens , sea veg, avoid any toxic chemicals exposure, correcting ant def, B12

Parkinson's is

progressive damage to the dopamine producing centres in the brain

potential causes of rheumatoid arthritis

huge connection between food allergies and sensitivities

what does rheumatoid arthritis show up as

deformities

to support rheumatoid arthritis

take out: night shades, plus all other inflammatory foods, heal the gut

supporting gout

nourish the kidney and aid in elimination: cherry juice, celery juice, ginger, raw potato juice

osteoarthritis is

wear and tear of the joint spaces usually weight bearing joints

osteoporosis

low bone density

vitamin D foods

fish, eggs, butter, milk

what is osteomalacia and who does it target

a softening of the bones due to deficiency of vitamin D in adults

soothing nourishing herbs for the gut

aloe, slippery elm, marshmallow

signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism

excess T3 and T4. speedy metabolism, with tremor, weight loss, fatigue, weakness, restlessness, sweating, anxiety, emotional instability, rapid bounding pulse, arrhythmias, and eventually heart failure, osteoporosis and increased calcium excretion in the urine can occur

goitrogens

naturally occurring substances found in foods that block the absorption and utilization of iodine

recommendations for hyperthyroidism

avoid stimulants, drink lots of water, increase fibre, decrease refined and simple CHOs, consume abundant of goitrogens, avoid iodine

2 important minerals for the thyroid and their functions

iodine (ingredient of the thyroid), selenium( needed to convert from inactive to active form)

treatment for UTI

cranberry: the D manos can prevent bacteria from attaching to bladder wall, also makes urine more acidic, which can help prevent bacteria from entering. Diuretics, parsley, lots of water, beets, asparagus, dandelion greens,

renal lithiasis:

kidney stones

treatment for migraines

B6 is the co-enzyme for the co-enzyme needed to break down tyromine. Seretonin is involved in vasoconstrictions, and B6 inhibits the platelet secretion of seretonin. Therefore bioflavanoids, food sensistivies, 5-HTP, magnesium

how do we absorb B12

HCL separates it form the meat, we also need intrinsic factor to chaperone it into the SI to be absorbed

what can contribute to vericose veins? diet wise?

vit C for vessel integrity, antioxidants, EFAs, chronic constipation

what is cushing's disease

disease of excess cortisol

addisons disease

dificiency of cortison and aldosterone

wha do the adrenal glands secrete

cortisol, adrenalin/noradrenalin, aldosterone, sex hormone

what does the cortex of the adrenal gland secrete

cortisol and aldosterone

what does the medulla of the adrenal gland secrete

adrenalin/noradrenalin

why do women with higher body fat have an easier time with menopause?

estrogen is stored in fat

what to do for endometriosis

liver support, phytoestrogens (they compete with/displace more harmful estrogens- not harmful bc they are not as strong and are short lived. Flax, soy, alfalfa, brassica/cruciferous (source of indol. which inhinits estroen and legume,s limit bad fats and diary

diet for fertility surrounding your cycle

omega 3 from days 1-14. Omega 6 day 15-menses . | multi v, especially folic acid and iron

14. pathology Flashcards

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