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Sunday, January 29, 2023
US Sports Health: Can you get blood clots from a COVID-19 vaccine?
- Author Craig Payne
Vaccine-induced Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia (VITT) is a very infrequent, but critical illness which got lots of news and social media commentary in the framework of vaccinations for COVID-19. The newly identified disease differs from other kinds of blood clot conditions as it's brought on with the immune system’s reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine, most commonly ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 (AstraZeneca) and Ad26.COV2.S (Johnson & Johnson). Both these vaccines are utilizing virus type vectors (the mRNA vaccines from Moderna, don’t employ this vector). Pathologically it is very similar to the autoimmune heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT). Vaccine-induced Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia is believed being because of the autoantibodies which are targeted against platelet factor 4 which stimulates platelets and results in thrombosis. The typical feature is these kinds of blood clots which are generally in the brain or abdominal.
VITT generally seems to happen in 4-6 people for every million vaccine doses provided. The risk is reduced after the 2nd dose. The initial fatality rate has been up to 50% in those who developed it, but the majority do today recover when it is recognized promptly, and correct treatment began. There are no clear risk factors have been recognized, but it can seem to be more prevalent in those below the age of fifty. A past history of blood clots (such as a deep vein thrombosis) or other non-immune blood disorders are not a risk factor.
Even though the risk is extremely low, nevertheless it did put a great deal of people off getting these vaccinations and deciding on the mRNA vaccinations or simply used this as a reason for not getting a vaccine. This resulted in numerous public health professionals to promote marketing promotions to attempt to counter the negativity, talking about exactly how low the danger was when compared to the potential for dying from a COVID infection. These kinds of strategies and social media commentary brought up things such as being struck by lightning is much more likely to occur as compared to getting a clot with a vaccine.
The usual symptoms are a sustained as well as severe head ache, stomach pain, low back pain, nausea and vomiting, eyesight changes, change in mental condition, neurologic symptoms, dyspnea, leg pain and also swelling, and/or bleeding signs within 4 to forty two days following the shot of the vaccination. People that have these symptoms should have their platelet levels and also D-dimer measured along with imaging for the possible clots. The criteria for diagnosis is having had a COVID vaccination in the prior 42 days before, any venous or arterial clots, a problem generally known as thrombocytopenia as well as a positive ELISA evaluation for a problem known as heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
Most are in the hospital for management as a result of the seriousness of the symptoms and also the possibly fatal risk from the condition. Initial management is with blood thinners (commonly a non-heparin one) along with IV immune globulin to interrupt the VITT antibody-induced platelets activation. Corticosteroids may be used in order to reduce the abnormal immune system response. Resistant cases could need a plasma exchange and additional immune drugs. On a daily basis platelet levels monitoring and clinical checking for almost any signs of thrombosis can be significant. Many cases continue doing well and will be released from the hospital when they're no longer prone to difficulties and the platelet count has stabilized.
For the latest research on this, see:
https://themedicaldispatch.com/mcmaster-researchers-identify-how-vitt-happens/
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Habit Building For Your Best Life
- Author Emma Viglucci
As you probably already know, I’m all about constantly optimizing everything. Am I perfect? Of course not! Do I strive for perfection? I let that go a long time ago… What I do strive for is becoming my Best Self, enhancing my wellness, vitality, performance, creativity, and connection. For Being the best human, I can be. To this end, I’m always researching, learning and experimenting with new tools, skills, concepts, and the like.
I’ve been on the improving habits kick for a while now, but I’m taking this interest to the next level. I’m obsessed with biohacking myself, enriching my routines and creating more flow… This means increased longevity, productivity, and impact… This means making a difference. This means having a meaningful and rewarding human experience…
As I’m letting go of Summer and fully turning into Autumn and all its splendor, I’m setting up for my best quarter yet. In all areas of my life. Hey, I practice what I preach! LOL
In playing with my obsessions and to assuage the hunger for more knowledge, I ended up with this current stack:
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
No Excuses! The Power of Self-Discipline
Habit Stacking: 127 Small Changes to Improve Your Health, Wealth, and Happiness
Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Break Bad Habits and Create New Ones
The 5 AM Club: Own Your Morning. Elevate Your Life.
I follow some of these authors’ work closely and I’m enthralled with the possibilities. As we continue to wake up to our potential, it is unbelievable what we are capable of… We can defy our human limitations as we know them… As we learn more about neuroplasticity, epigenetics, super-longevity, and the like we can have a truly amazing, off the charts, human experience…
I don’t know about you, but I want to make the most and the best of mine… What does this mean for us? For our daily life with ourselves, our loved ones and in all the contexts in our lives? It means we set ourselves up to do life with ease. To get the most out of every moment. That we hack the heck out of everything to go beyond the limits.
How? Make the commitment to have your best life, to collaborate with your partner, to enlist relevant and excellent support, to always be learning, healing and evolving… Make the commitment to own your energy, your time, your days, your choices, your decisions, your actions, your presence, your focus, all of you…
Assignment: Let’s drill in and into the practical… What things, activities, habits will you commit to removing for a better lifestyle? What things, activities, habits will you commit to adding for a better lifestyle? Pick one of each and go to town! Really embrace this to get the results you are seeking, to stay the course on having your best human experience…
Let me tell you something. When I focus on these things, my life is juiced up, joyful and easier… I invite you to join me being high on life!
Complete the Assignment, and share your takeaway, insights, and results with a note in the Comments box at the end! I’d love to hear how you are using this content.
Happy Upleveling!
P.S. We are here for you! If you need more support to create a shift in your life, creating your successful and meaningful life, we are here to help. Schedule a Get Acquainted Call to connect, and discuss how we can help you and how to get started. Look forward to Connecting with you!
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How to save your relationship
How to get more love from your partner
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~ Share Your Thoughts & Successes in the comment box at the end!
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Copyright (c) 2019 Emma K. Viglucci. All rights reserved.
Emma K. Viglucci, LMFT has been in the mental health field in varying capacities for the past 20+ years. She is the Founder and Director of MetroRelationship.com a psychotherapy and coaching practice specializing in working with busy professional and entrepreneurial couples who are struggling getting on the same page and feeling connected.
Monday, March 19, 2018
BPI Sports-Chicken Five Ways
Looking for an exciting new chicken recipe? Just because you are eating healthy, doesn’t mean that your daily menu needs to be boring. Plain grilled chicken and brown rice every day can have you hating your nutrition program. The truth is, you don’t have to be a chef to turn bland chicken into a meal worthy of an Instagram photo. Here are some simple chicken recipes that are healthy, flavorful and can make your nutrition program a lot more enjoyable.
PUMPED UP PINEAPPLE COCONUT CHICKEN
This sweet and savory skewered chicken recipe makes a great meal or grab-and-go snack option.WHAT YOU NEED:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup diced pineapple
- ½ cup coconut milk
- ¼ cup organic brown coconut sugar (180 calories total)
- 1/3 cup light ponzu sauce (soy sauce optional)
- 2 lbs. chicken breast tenderloins
In a saucepan over medium heat, mix pineapple juice, coconut milk, brown coconut sugar and ponzu sauce. Remove from heat just before the sauce comes to a boil. Let cool. Place chicken in a Ziploc bag with the marinade and refrigerate for one hour. Discard marinade and place chicken onto pre-soaked wooden skewers. Lightly oil the grill. Grill chicken for 5 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. Garnish with diced pineapple.
EASY, OVEN-ROASTED JERK CHICKEN
Easy and flavorful is at the core of this Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe.WHAT YOU NEED:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pink Himalayan sea salt to taste
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Pound out chicken breasts to an even thickness. Rub with sea salt and jerk seasoning. Cover the chicken breasts with garlic and lemon juice. Place in a non-stick baking dish and bake in oven for 25 minutes or until done and juices run clear.
CITRUS SESAME CHICKEN & KALE STIR FRY
Stir fry is fast, easy and allows for tons of flavor combinations including this citrusy dish that is a deliciously refreshing alternative to a bland chicken recipe.WHAT YOU NEED:
- 1 bunch kale, washed and cut into small pieces
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 2 cups snow peas
- 2 cups hot cooked rice noodles
- Sesame seeds to garnish
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- ½ tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- ½ teaspoon red pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
To make the Tangy Sesame marinade, combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Trim fat from chicken and cut into cubes. Add to marinade. Cover and marinate at room temperature for at least 20 minutes. Drain chicken and discard the marinade. Put wok on stove on medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Add chicken and stir until cooked through. Remove chicken from wok. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and a teaspoon of sesame oil to hot wok then put in onions, green pepper, snow peas and carrots; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add chicken broth to wok and stir for 5 more minutes then throw in kale. Cook for 2-5 more minutes. Return cooked chicken to wok and stir. Serve immediately over rice noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds.
SUPER QUICK MARINATED WHITE WINE CHICKEN KEBABS
This chicken recipe is simple and you can change up your vegetables to add even more variety and flavor.WHAT YOU NEED:
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 3 tablespoons chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1½ cups white wine
- Peppers, onions and zucchini chopped into chunks
- 3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
If using wood skewers, put in water to soak before grilling. Clean chicken breasts, cut into cubes and place in a freezer bag. In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, onions, parsley and white wine. Stir with a fork. Pour marinade over the chicken in the freezer bag and seal. Place the bag in the refrigerator to marinate for 1 hour. Take chicken out of bag and put on skewers with your peppers, onions and zucchini. Grill until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
SLOW COOKER ROCKIN’ MOROCCAN CHICKEN
This chicken recipe has a lot of ingredients and takes time—but it’s super easy and can help you take your spice game up to the next level.WHAT YOU NEED:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 large sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 lbs. skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 2-inch pieces
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium tomatoes diced
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- ½ cup raisins
Wash, clean and cut your vegetables. Clean and cut your chicken. Place your meat and vegetables into a slow cooker set on high. Stir in your spices. Cover and leave to cook for 4 to 5 hours.
For five additional creative and healthy ways to cook chicken, check out: 5 Healthy Ways to Prepare Chicken.