According to a report by NewScientis.com news service, "...In Netherlands, where meticulous hygiene and isolation procedures were consciously adopted, MRSA rates have fallen drastically and Dutch now rate among best in Europe."

* How is MRSA treated? According to CDC (Center for Disease Control), "...MRSA are susceptible to several antibiotics." However, in recent times, certain strains of MRSA are resistant to often-used Vancomycin antibiotic.

In closing, MRSA is a preventable infection if good hygiene and isolation procedures are strictly observed. Having experienced MRSA first-hand with a close, family member, I have physically seen life-threatening effects of this super-bug. On one hand, MRSA is a harmless germ, but on other, it can render severe illness and even death. Speak to your healthcare providers about MRSA and ask what preventive measures are being taken to keep MRSA contained. The best way to prevent MRSA, is to be properly informed. Knowledge is key.

MRSA: Silent Killer - Are You at Risk? © 2004 - All Rights Reserved C. Bailey-Lloyd/Lady Camelot Staff Writer and Public Relations' Director for www.holisticjunction.com www.mediapositiveradio.com

References: * CDC: [The Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta, GA - www.cdc.gov/ncidod/hip/aresist/mrsafq.htm] MRSA - Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Fact Sheet * Health Protection Agency [London - www.hpa.org.uk] : Pamphlet - MRSA: Information for Patients (referred by Dr. Mark C. Enright, Senior Research Fellow, Royal Society University Research Fellow, (Univ. Biological Safety Officer), Dept. of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Bath, United Kingdom] * New Scientist.com - Report: MRSA deaths up 15-fold in a decade, [www.newscientist.com/news/news.jsp?id=ns99994723]

Apart from uncertainty about their ability to maintain your weight loss. A high-protein diet could cause you long-term problems. Many of high-protein foods that you choose. While on this type of diet (red and processed meats, cheese, and full-fat dairy products, for example) are high in saturated fat. But low in vitamins and minerals. This may increase your risk for heart disease and colon cancer.

Diets very high in protein (especially animal protein, like red meat). May also increase risk for osteoporosis in women. Because your body takes calcium from bone. To neutralize acids that build up in your blood. From result of you digesting such large amounts of protein.

Until more is known. About true risks and benefits of high- protein/low-carbohydrate diets. You should view them with caution. Keep your protein intake at moderate amounts (about 8 grams a day for every 20 pounds of body weight). Vegetable protein is a better choice than animal protein. And don't skimp on healthful carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. These should still make up a large part of your diet.

You can minimize or avoid any diet deficiencies associated with low-carbohydrates diets. When you approach your low- carbohydrate diet as an integrated part of your *-lifestyle-*, not solely an ingredient focus.

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