Aural+ Natural Hearing Recovery Review

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Aural+ Natural Hearing Recovery Review

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Aural+ Review

Aural plus Review | Is it a scam?

 @healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | health blog

Aural + is a health product with a very strong claim to astonishingly cure deafness, but does this thing really works? Let's find out on this review.

First of all, before anyone gets tempted to purchase Aural+, wouldn't it be wise to first check out what's on this thing? Anyone who thinks that this natural hearing loss aid is made up of anything extraordinary will definitely get disappointed to find out that it's composed of mere maltodestrin (a sugar with high glycemic index), unspecified herbal extracts, B vitamins, and good ol' vitamin C.

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The formulation of Aural+ resembles a typical food supplement, yet it claims that in just 19 to 21 days of use you will have "Complete recovery of 100% hearing. You abandon your hearing aid forever, and receive maximum quality of life."

While there are positive testimonies online hailing the effectiveness of this product, there are many who finds this supposedly hearing miracle as a scam. What can you expect from a combination of sugar, vitamins, and unstated herbs?

The fact that this product is marketed as having the ability to restore 100% hearing without the need of surgery is a big take away. It's very suspicious.

What's so special about this product such that it can cure hearing impairment? Any special ingredient? They don't mention any specifics about what makes it effective.

One of Aural plus' constituent, maltodestrin is portrayed in their website in a positive light yet is is a highly processed sugar additive that is more potent in shooting up blood sugar level than your typical table sugar.

Another distressing stuff about Aural+ is that you need to purchase not one, not two, but 3 boxes of it in order to complete using this Aural plus for 21 days.

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There's even this countdown timer on their website that alerts customers to purchase the product right away within 10 minutes, otherwise their 50% sale will close. Here's a spoiler--it won't. Once the timer hits zero second, it will revert back to the 10 minute period. I have to say their marketing strategy awfully looks like that of OptiVisum.

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Of course, everything in their website is meant to lure people into buying this product, with their overrated claims and promises. They even mentioned that you get a "100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE If you’re not satisfied with the product, return it and we will give your money back – no questions asked." However, according to the reviews and feedback I've seen, they don't respond to messages nor issue a refund.

Aural+ even have a disclaimer that "This disclaimer states there is no guarantee of specific results and each person results may vary. The information contained in this website is not intended to be interpreted as a promise or guarantee." So, in the end, they are their own contradictory statement to their supposedly 100% claim.

You see, there's no such thing as 100%!

If you want to buy Aural plus out of sheer hope of finding a cure, then bewarned. That hope can cost you more. If you have a hearing problem, then why hesistate to spend the money instead to seek professional help from a doctor or a physician. Consulting with an otolaryngologists or an ENT doctor will cost you money but so is Aural plus. By the way, why don't you ask your own doctor about Aural+ and see if they actually recognize this thing.

Why do non-smokers have lung cancer?

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Why do non-smokers have lung cancer?

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Why do non-smokers have lung cancer? Healthbiztips
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Why do non-smokers have lung cancer? Healthbiztips

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | health blog

Tobacco smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer so the emergence of this dreaded disease among non-smokers baffles and surprises many. Try turning the table around and ask why not all smokers develop lung cancer.

First and foremost, although smoking tobacco is the major risk factor for the development of lung cancer, it is not the sole culprit. Circumstances like gene mutation, exposure to second hand smoke, air pollution, radon gas, asbestos, and radiation can also be the reason for the development of lung cancer.

The presence of a family history of lung cancer puts a person at an increased risk of developing this disease. Likewise, environmental factors like inhalation of chemical irritants can have serious implications.

Another culprit shown by research that can greatly contribute to lung cancer formation is the presence of major stressful life events such as divorce. Moreover, particularly startling is the discovery that when these stressful events does show to significantly contribute to lung cancer, their effect manifest in just several months to a few years whilst those attributed to smoking takes decades to develop.

Particularly alarming about lung cancer is it isn't usually apparent during it's early stage as it doesn't manifest signs and symtoms. By the time that symptoms like persistenct cough, breathing difficulty and chest pain does manifest, lung cancer has already advanced to end stage Stage IV in which cancer cells have metastazised to nearby organs such as the liver and brain. Thus, the survival rate for this type of cancer is low.

The possibility that a non-smoker will be diagnosed with lung cancer is by no means a way to put smoking at a better light. Take note that about 80% of individuals who have lung cancer have a history of smoking tobacco.

Overall, the development of lung cancer can involve various factors, not just cigarette smoking.


Resouces:

Jafri, S. H., Ali, F., Mollaeian, A., Mojiz Hasan, S., Hussain, R., Akkanti, B., … El-Osta, H. (2019). Major Stressful Life Events and Risk of Developing Lung Cancer: A Case-Control Study. Clinical Medicine Insights. Oncology, 13, 1179554919835798. doi:10.1177/1179554919835798

Why Saffron is the Most Expensive Spice & What does it Taste?

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Why Saffron is the Most Expensive Spice & What does it Taste?

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Crocus sativus flower from which Saffron is obtained

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A gram of saffron can cost roughly more than $6 but why is it so ridiculously high-priced? What many people don't know is the painstaking process involved in the making of this spice.

Saffron can only be harvested for one to three weeks each year since the violet flower Crocus sativus from which saffron is obtained blooms only during autumn. Not only that, the flowers have to be carefully handpicked and each of it's three stigma meticulous plucked and extracted by hand as well.

Each Crocus sativus flower contains only 3 redish stigma or stamen which are the saffron itself. Considering that each of these have to plucked out by hands, it is indeed a hard labor. A cultivator has to go through about 150 flowers to come by with a single gram of saffron. Meanwhile, an ounce of saffron will require roughly 75,000 flowers.

Did you know that this Crocus flower is sterile so they can not propagate by pollination and instead depends on human intervention to reproduce? So, it's bulb-like corms have to be unearthed manually, divided, and replanted in order to perpetuate their species.

Turning to it's taste. Powdered saffron looks quite like paprika but it definitely isn't on the spicy spectrum. In fact, this spice has a sweet hay-like and distinct taste with a signature fragrant aroma.

Although saffron has a unique taste, it's quite hard to define it in words. In addition, people have varying perception of it's taste. Despite this, it is undeniable that the infusion of this spice takes foods and drinks into a whole new level.

Many will argue that there is no replacement spice for the extraordinary taste of saffron. In fact, the absence of saffron can break the palatability of certain traditional dishes like Spanish paella.

The best quality saffrons are red in color, without a yellowish tint. Intact saffron stigma is preferred than powdered form as this ensure there is no filler like tumeric and paprika that have been added.

Saffron is widely used, especially in the Middle East Asia and India to color and season dishes, beverages, desserts, and is treasured for it's medicinal property.

Saffron is an irreplaceable spice with thousands of years of culinary traditions across the globe, but requires extensive labor to cultivate.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review (Part 2)

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Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review (Part 2)

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Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review Part 2

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Miniso's Adventure Time Wet Wipes packaging design is so adorable and extremely cute! 

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Each package contains five individually wrapped wet wipes with imprinted character from the beloved cartoon series. There's Finn the human, Jake the dog, Beemo, Princess Bubblegum, and Lumpy Space Princess.

Miniso Adventure Time 
Baby Wet Wipes Review 
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Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Each packet of Adventure Time baby wet wipes by Miniso contains 10 sheets which are soft and moist, yet sturdy. It's sheets doesn't break apart when you rub it on your skin or pull on it gently.

Jake the dog | Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Each packet has a resealable sticker to ensure that all it's moisture is contained inside. It's small enough to be a convenient backpack essential.

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

It contains moisturizing components aloe and glycerin to prevent drying, although it is worth noting that this product is not all-natural nor organic. It actually contains preservative like benzalkonium chloride.

Ingredients of Miniso Adventure TimebBaby Wet Wipes:

Aqua, Glycerin, Aloe Yohjyu, Matsu Ekisu, Benzalkonium chloride, Chlorphenesin, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid.

BMO | Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Buyers may be confused of the logo "Miniso Japan" at the back of this product so to clear this out, let me say that although it is claimed that Miniso is a Japanese inspired brand, this company is actually based on Guangzhou, China. Incredibly this brand has expanded in multiple countries across the globe.

Princess Bubblegum | Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

When I used this wet wipe on my skin, it felt clean and gentle. It doen't have any distinct aroma.

Lumpy Space Princess | Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

According to the package inscription, you're not supposed to let this product get in contact with your eyes, althought if that happens, you have to rinse it off.

Jake, Finn, and BMO | Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Princess Bubblegum and Fin | Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Miniso Adventure Time Baby Wet Wipes Review | Healthbiztips

Any feedback or reviews you'd like to share about this personal care product? Leave me a comment below.

Related blog post:

Miniso Adventure Time - Baby Wet Wipes Review Part 1

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7 Health Benefits of Mango

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7 Health Benefits of Mango

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Mango Health Benefits - Healthbiztips

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Mango (Mangifera indica) is one of the most desired tropical fruits because of it's delectable taste. It is packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals which offers a range of health advantages.

Ripe mangoes have a soft yellow juicy sweet or sour flesh surrounding a large tough seed at it's core. This fruit comes in various varieties with different sizes and skin color ranging from green, orange, and yellow, although it's skin is inedible.

Unripe mangoes are usually green in color with a extremely sour greenish fresh. Still, even unripe mangoes have an appeal as it can be eaten with fish paste (bagoong) or table salt to balance out it's taste.


1. Promotes good digestion

A good source of fiber, incorporating mango in the diet helps prevent and counteracts gastrointestinal problems like constipation, and encourages  regular bowel movement.


2. Good for the eyes

Every 100 grams of mango contains about 21% of one's daily Vitamin A needs. Vitamin A is essential for sharp eyesight and prevention of macular degeneration.


3. Boosts immune system

Mango is an excellent source of Vitamin C, an antioxidant  that plays a role in immunity and body repair. 100 gram mango meets about 60% of one's daily Vitamin C requirement.


4. Healthy skin, hair, and teeth

Vitamin C is also a paramount component in the production of collagen which serves as structural support of the skin, hair, teeth, muscle, organs, and other integral parts of the body. It gives strength and flexibility and prevents wrinkling and sagging.


5. Low in calories

Mangoes are low in calories, and do not contain cholesterol. Every 100 gram of this fruit only contains roughly 60 calories.


6. Antioxidant rich

Mango is rich in antioxidant polyphenols which serves to shield the body from harmful environmental free radicals that are responsible for premature aging. It also ensures the health of the cells in the human body. Studies in animals shows that intake of mango has positive outcome in the prevention of heart disease and cancer.


7. Vitamins and minerals

Mango is a good source of Vitamin E, folate, potassium, copper, vitamin B, vitamin K, and manganese, with traces of iron, calcium, and phosphorus.

Humidifier soothes Dry eyes

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Humidifier soothes Dry eyes

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Humidifier soothes dry eyes

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Excessive screen time, dry climate, hot and cold temperature are notorious environmental culprits that can cause or exacerbate dry eyes as they hasten the rate at which tears evaporate from the surface of the eyes. This is why restoring moisture in the air proves beneficial to control the symptoms of dry eyes.

Humidifier is a device that intoduces moisture into the air. It comes in various sizes that can cater a small area or an entire household. Not to be confused with diffuser which is use on essential oil, although certain types can also serve as humidifier.

In todays modern society, the incorporation of humidifier in households and offices is a practical solution to ease the eye strain brought about by spending too much time checking one's phone or working on a computer. A humidifier sitting on a desk while you fixate on your laptop is soothing.

Generally, an individual involuntarily blinks about 15 to 20 times every minute as a protective mechanism to continually spread a thin film of tears on the surface of the cornea to keep it moist and lubricated, however, substantial amount of screen time significantly lessens this crucial reflex.

Living in arid areas, the onset of summer or winter, or staying in an airconditionsd room can leave the eye dried-up.   Cases such as these can gain relief through the utilization of a humidifier indoors.

Another wonderful health benefit of humidifier is the prevention of common cold and flu, as well as improvement of breathing difficulty in asthma. Furthermore, since humidifier boosts humidity, it can be use to manage dry skin, dry hair, chapped lips, dry cough, and sore throat.

Indeed, eye drop is usually what comes into mind as a first line of dry eye treatment, but it is equally worthwhile to consider the positive effect of humidifier to abate the impact created by the lack of moisture in the air we breath.

Ketogenic diet for Drug-resistant Epilepsy

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Ketogenic diet for Drug-resistant Epilepsy

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Keto diet, an Alternative Option for Drug-resistant Seizure

@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan | health blog

Ketogenic diet has become an alternative treatment for epileptic people when conventional antiseizure medicine fail to prevent an episode, but how can such a dietary regimen alleviate a serious medical condition?

The utilization of ketogenic diet for drug-resistant epilepsy is predominantly utilized in children, although it is not recommended for adults.

The Epilepsy Foundation claimed that:

• Over half of children who go on the diet have at least a 50% reduction in the number of their seizures.
• Some children, usually 10-15%, even become seizure-free.

According to this agency, keto diet proves helpful in medical conditions such as:

• infantile spasms
• Rett syndrome
• tuberous sclerosis complex
• Dravet syndrome
• Doose syndrome
• GLUT-1 deficiency

Studies by Rogawski and colleagues sheds some light into this topic:

Although the exact mechanism of ketogenic diet's success in averting seizure episode is hard to point out, it is known that keto diet's fundamental principle of mimicking the state of starvation induced by fasting is a key factor. However, do note that this diet does not withhold food intake, Instead, it drastically cuts down the portion of carbohydrate a person eats and replaces this main energy source with fat.

Without enough glucose to break down from the scanty carbohydrate, the body switches to fat as it's fuel. Fat is broken down and the liver produces ketone to serve as energy source. At this state, the person is said to be under the state of ketosis in which these ketone bodies floods the bloodstream.

The presence of ketone bodies have several metabolic effects that greatly benefit epileptic people:

• increase in the production of GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter
• decrease in the production of glutamate, an excitatory neurotransmitter
• Increase production of adenosine, an inhibitory neurotransmitter
• Increase in the mitochondrial biogenesis in the hippocampus
• Increase in reduced gutathione (GSH)

Since each patient has varying medical case and history, it is worth knowing that keto diet is not effective for all people so make it a point to consult your health care provider before starting it.


Resources:

Rogawski, M. A., Löscher, W., & Rho, J. M. (2016). Mechanisms of Action of Antiseizure Drugs and the Ketogenic Diet. Cold Spring Harbor perspectives in medicine, 6(5), a022780. doi:10.1101/cshperspect.a022780

Epilepsy Foundation. Ketogenic Diet. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/treating-seizures-and-epilepsy/dietary-therapies/ketogenic-diet