Thiamine as a Metabolic Resuscitator in Septic ShockThiamine as a Metabolic Resuscitator in Septic Shock
A new study looks at the potential therapeutic role of IV thiamine administration in septic shock patients with elevated lactate levels. Critical Care Medicine (Source: Medscape Critical Care Headlines)
Source: Medscape Critical Care Headlines - March 4, 2016 Category: Intensive Care Tags: Critical Care Journal Article Source Type: news
Got PMS? You Might Have High Blood Pressure In The Future, Says Study
By: Agata Blaszczak Boxe Published: 11/25/2015 10:14 AM EST on LiveScience
The headaches, fatigue and other symptoms of premenstrual syndrome may be more than just a monthly aggravation — they may also signal greater future health problems for those women suffering from the syndrome: Women who have PMS may have an increased risk of developing high blood pressure in the future, according to a new study.
Researchers found that the women who had PMS at the beginning of the study were 40 percent more likely to develop high blood pressure over the next 20 years, compared to women who experienced few menstrual symptom...
Source: Science - The Huffington Post - November 26, 2015 Category: Science Source Type: news
6 Human Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat
His tiny whiskers and swishy tail are so sweet it can be hard to resist giving him whatever he wants, but there are certain foods you should never feed your cat. Many human foods can put your little guy at risk for gastrointestinal problems, restlessness and worse. As the devoted pet owner that you are, the safest bet is to teach your cat that the food on the dinner table is for people only, and the food in his bowl can be enjoyed to the fullest. There are certain human treats you and your cat can share -- really small servings of cooked vegetables and fish are OK for kitties, for example. But when in doubt, it's best to ...
Source: Science - The Huffington Post - June 24, 2015 Category: Science Source Type: news
ACEP Toxicology Section Antidote App (free)
This simple but very useful app, from the Toxicology Section of the American College of Emergency Physicians, provides basic information about uses and dosing of basic antidotes used in toxicology. Version 1.1 covers approximately 50 different antidotes from A (acetylcysteine) to T (thiamine).
Of course, clinical judgment is still required when considering these treatments, and most situations requiring use of the antidotes listed would justify consultation with a poison center. For example, one of the potential indications listed for hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is myocardial ischemia....
Source: The Poison Review - March 27, 2015 Category: Toxicology Authors: Leon Tags: Medical ACEP american college of emergency physicians android antidotes app iOS Source Type: news
Surely the NEJM could do a better review of delirium tremens
2.5 out of 5 stars
Recognition and Management of Withdrawal Delirium (Delirium Tremens). Schuckit MA. N Engl J Med 2014 Nov 27;371:2109-2113.
No abstract available
This is an amazingly inept paper, even by the traditionally low standards of the New England Journal‘s “Review Article” section. It was written by a psychiatrist who — on the basis of this piece — seems not to deal with severe alcohol withdrawal or delirium tremens at all.
At times, the author does not appear to appreciate the serious nature of DTs and the difficulty of treating the condition adequately. For instance, he states that ...
Source: The Poison Review - December 18, 2014 Category: Toxicology Authors: Leon Tags: Medical alcohol withdrawal delirium tremens DTs review article Source Type: news
Tox on the Web: deadly cocaine/fentanyl combination, the rising price of naloxone, and more
Cocaine/Fentanyl Kills 3 in North Carolina: WTVD-ABC Eyewitness News in Raleigh, North Carolina reports that 3 people local Chatham County died over the weekend — and another 6 were taken to hospital — after using cocaine that had been surreptitiously adulterated with fentanyl. This is somewhat unusual, although many deaths in the past have been caused by fentanyl-laced heroin. A similar death occurred recently in Upstate New York.
Naloxone Sticker Shock: The New York Times reported that with demand for intranasal naloxone increasing exponentially as take-home programs and use by police departments and oth...
Source: The Poison Review - December 8, 2014 Category: Toxicology Authors: Leon Tags: Medical cocaine fentanyl death. gastric lavage fatality robert hoffman tox on the web Source Type: news
High - Dose IV Vitamin C Does Not Speed Resolution of Septic Shock
Combination of vitamin C, hydrocortisone, thiamine not superior to usual care with hydrocortisone alone (Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology)
Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology - November 11, 2014 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Infections, Oncology, Pathology, Pharmacy, Critical Care, Journal, Source Type: news
Not enough vitamin B1 can cause brain damage
A deficiency of a single vitamin, B1 (thiamine), can cause a potentially fatal brain disorder called Wernicke encephalopathy. Symptoms can include confusion, hallucinations, loss of muscle coordination and vision problems. Untreated, the condition can lead to irreversible brain damage and death. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - September 11, 2014 Category: Science Source Type: news
Not enough vitamin B1 can cause brain damage
(Loyola University Health System) A deficiency of a single vitamin, B1 (thiamine), can cause a potentially fatal brain disorder called Wernicke encephalopathy. Symptoms can include confusion, hallucinations, coma, loss of muscle coordination and vision problems such as double vision and involuntary eye movements. Untreated, the condition can lead to irreversible brain damage and death. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - September 11, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news
Not all phytoplankton in the ocean need to take their vitamins
Some species of marine phytoplankton, such as the prolific bloomer Emiliania huxleyi, which can grow so big it can be seen from space, can grow without consuming vitamin B1 (thiamine), researchers have discovered. Until now, many marine microbes with cells that have a nucleus -- eukaryotes -- were thought to depend on other organisms to produce thiamine. If this were the case, B1 would be a major factor in controlling the growth of algae such as E. huxleyi. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - August 29, 2014 Category: Science Source Type: news
Not all phytoplankton in the ocean need to take their vitamins
(Canadian Institute for Advanced Research) Some species of marine phytoplankton, such as the prolific bloomer Emiliania huxleyi, can grow without consuming vitamin B1 (thiamine), researchers have discovered. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - August 29, 2014 Category: Biology Source Type: news
Recipe : Crunchy Flax Crusted Salmon
(Healthcastle.com) Looking for a quick and easy, family friendly fish recipe with some crunch and kick? Well you’re in luck! Try out a new salmon recipe that can be pulled together and in the oven in under 10 minutes for a weeknight meal that’s sure to please.
Healthy Perks
Salmon is rich in anti-inflammatory and heart healthy omega 3’s
Flax provides heart and gut friendly soluble fibre, extra omega 3’s and is a good source of magnesium and thiamine.
read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - February 24, 2014 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
Recipe : Crunchy Flax Crusted Salmon
(Healthcastle.com) Looking for a quick and easy, family friendly fish recipe with some crunch and kick? Well you’re in luck! Try out a new salmon recipe that can be pulled together and in the oven in under 10 minutes for a weeknight meal that’s sure to please.
Healthy PerksSalmon is rich in anti-inflammatory and heart healthy omega 3’s
Flax provides heart and gut friendly soluble fibre, extra omega 3’s and is a good source of magnesium and thiamine.read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - February 24, 2014 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
Genetics Home Reference: biotin-thiamine-responsive basal ganglia disease
http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/biotin-thiamine-responsive-basal-ganglia-disease (Source: NLM General Announcements)
Source: NLM General Announcements - January 23, 2014 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Nutrition 101: Thiamin
(HealthCastle.com) Thiamin, also spelled thiamine and known as Vitamin B1, is one of eight B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the urine.
Recommended Intakes
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for thiamin are shown below:
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Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 26, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
