Guest guest Posted August 28, 2002 Report Share Posted August 28, 2002 > > why on earth would there be any greater chance of these cells being > > cancerous than those cells being replaced throughout the rest of the body?? Poncho replies: Most likely they are not more likely, but there is a thought that as the body ages, the cell replacement process gets a little sloppy, telluride's unwinding, Also there is the 'free radical " theory in that as the body ages there are more " free radical ions " present from environmental sources (including the cumulative sun exposure) and that the presence of these ions can cause mutated cells within new cell growth. All theories are cryptic and in the first stages of exploration and understanding. Flush out Free Radicals - Drink Water !! - Just kidding And Heidi furnishes this quote: A number of studies have explored the role of oxidative stress in pancreatitis. Oxidative stress results from the production of free radicals, which are by-products of metabolism that are harmful to cells in the body. Several ways to neutralize these deleterious effects have evolved over time. Antioxidants, for example, help rid the body of free radicals. Insufficient antioxidant levels in the blood (including reduced amounts of vitamin A, vitamin E, selenium, and carotenoids), though, may lead to chronic pancreatitis due to the destructive effects of increased free radical activity. Antioxidant deficiency and the risk of developing pancreatitis may be particularly relevant in areas of the world with low soil concentrations or low dietary intake of antioxidants. In addition, the cooking and processing of foods may destroy antioxidants. Alcohol-induced pancreatitis is linked to low levels of antioxidants as well. There is also some evidence that antioxidant supplements may eliminate or minimize oxidative stress and help alleviate pain from chronic pancreatitis. Drink water AND take your antioxidants! Not kidding! With hope and prayers, Heidi Heidi H. Griffeth South Carolina hhessgriffeth@... Southeastern Representative Pancreatitis Association, Intl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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