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  • Lamar Odom: Did Khloe Kardashian Spend Halloween With Him or With James Harden?

    Lamar Odom has a long way to go in his recovery from last month’s accidental overdose at a Nevada brothel. Khloe Kardashian has vowed to stay by his side, and she even withdrew her divorce petition from the court system–for the time being, anyway.

    Khloe Kardashian traveled to Houston in recent days to watch boyfriend James Harden play basketball, however, indicating she hasn’t given up on that relationship.

    Does that mean the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star spend Halloween with James Harden or with Lamar Odom instead?

    It seems Lamar Odom won out this time–not that there’s said to be any kind of competition heating up over Khloe. In fact, Harden has been very understanding about the whole situation.

    Khloe Kardashian sent out Halloween greetings from Lamar Odom’s hospital room this weekend, which tells fans with whom she spent the holiday.

    It’s uncertain if Lamar Odom knows Khloe spent time with James Harden in recent days, and if so, how that makes him feel. Lamar didn’t want a divorce from Khloe Kardashian in the first place, but he couldn’t get a grip on his drug problem. She wound up filing for divorce after trying everything possible to get Lamar the help he so desperately needed.

    Certainly spending Halloween together is indicative of nothing more than kindness for Lamar Odom on Khloe Kardashian’s behalf.

    What do you suppose will happen as Lamar Odom regains his health? Will Khloe be forced to choose between him and James Harden?

    Might Lamar Odom or James Harden help make the choice easier by bowing out gracefully?

  • Kendall Jenner Channels Legendary Designer Karl Lagerfeld for Halloween, Prepares to Celebrate 20th Birthday

    Kendall Jenner stayed true to her calling this weekend, when she channeled legendary designer Karl Lagerfeld for Halloween. Donning white hair, dark shades, and careful details like his blazer and gloves–as well as dark sunglasses–Kendall Jenner called her costume “Lady Karl.

    One of Kendall Jenner’s friends stayed by her side to further enhance her persona–dressed as Karl Lagerfeld’s famous cat, Choupette.

    Kendall Jenner owes a great deal to Karl Lagerfeld. He helped land her on the cover of May’s Harper’s Bazaar, shooting the cover himself.

    It’s been quite a year for Kendall Jenner. On Tuesday she will celebrate her 20th birthday. In light of dad Bruce Jenner’s transformation into Caitlyn Jenner and Lamar Odom’s recent near-death scare, Kendall has had a lot on her mind. Add to that the split between Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, and the entire Jenner-Kardashian family is a bigger mess than usual. Hopefully Kendall can leave it all behind her for at least one day, to celebrate the big 2-0.

    Kendall Jenner has a lot to celebrate despite the issues plaguing her family. She has made a huge name for herself in the fashion world–walking runway shows with top models like Gigi Hadid and Cara Delevingne.

    Yes, Kendall Jenner has definitely made it to the top.

    Karl Lagerfeld has yet to acknowledge the nod Kendall threw his way on Halloween.

    Do you think it might win the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star a few brownie points–or is Kendall Jenner way beyond needing any of those?

    How do you suppose Kendall’s family will celebrate her 20th birthday?

  • Lamar Odom Off Kidney Dialysis, Condition Improving as Khloe Kardashian Visits James Harden

    Lamar Odom is reportedly off kidney dialysis, and doctors say his overall condition continues to improve.

    A source tells Us Weekly that the former NBA player is “walking with help” and “getting better every day.”

    Khloe Kardashian took a couple of days off from sitting vigil at Lamar Odom’s bedside. She traveled to Houston to see James Harden play basketball.

    Following Lamar Odom’s near-death experience in Nevada, Khloe put her relationship with Harden on hold and withdrew her divorce petition from the courts. That had many believing she and Lamar Odom were getting back together.

    It seems the two decided to put the divorce on hold. Khloe Kardashian’s trip to Houston certainly makes it appear as though she’s a bit confused–don’t you think?

    “Khloe and James never broke up. He’s been so understanding and he knows that Khloe’s love for Lamar is deeper than what most people can understand,” a source tells E! News. “He’s been very understanding and supportive. Lamar has a long road ahead of him and Khloe will always have the love she has for Lamar.”

    How long do you suppose James Harden will wait around for Khloe Kardashian to make up her mind? Will she choose one of these men over the other at all?

    Khloe has vowed to stay by Lamar Odom’s side throughout his recuperation period–which could be months. Once he is on his feet again, will she re-file her divorce papers?

    Oh, the crazy lives these Keeping Up With the Kardashians family members lead.

    Do you think Lamar Odom is aware that Khloe went to Houston to see James Harden?

    Might that in some way impede his will to get better?

  • Khloe Kardashian Talks Rob Kardashian, James Harden, Explains Complicated Relationship With Lamar Odom

    Khloe Kardashian has a lot on her plate right now. In addition to her responsibilities, she is busy explaining a few trying situations.

    Recently dishing about brother Rob Kardashian, Khloe gave a no-holes-barred statement about the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star.

    “My dad died when Rob was 16. Rob doesn’t have a father figure in his life,” she told People magazine. “When [our stepdad] Bruce [now Caitlyn Jenner] was around, he was great, but he was going through his own things that none of us understood at the time. Lamar was [Rob’s father figure]. Once Lamar left — and it’s not Lamar’s fault at all — I think Rob didn’t know where to go. He was like, ‘I don’t have guidance anymore.’”

    “It’s sad, because he’s only wasting his life more and more,” she added. “But he has to figure it out for himself. And he has so many people who want to help him.”

    “I’ve been working on my patience,” Khloe Kardashian admits. “I’ve been really trying. But I have my moments and I do snap. I’ve offered to get a chef, I’m like, ‘What’s your excuse?’ But it’s not just that. I can’t win life for Rob. I have to wait until [he’s] ready to do it for himself.”

    Khloe has spent nearly every waking hour for the past few weeks at Lamar Odom’s bedside. She caused much speculation about a renewed relationship between the two when she filed a petition to withdraw her divorce papers.

    “I pulled back on the divorce because there is no rush for it,” she told People. “For medical decisions and a ton of other things, it’s just smarter that it’s put on hold. But that does not mean I’m back with Lamar. It’s not even in our brains to think about us having a relationship. Only time will tell.”

    What’s the deal with Khloe Kardashian and James Harden in light of all that has transpired since Lamar Odom’s near-death experience?

    “James has been very supportive and awesome,” she says. “He’s been great with me.”

    “His season is starting,” Khloe Kardashian adds of the Houston Rockets player. “And I’m just allowing everything to unfold. If it’s ever too overwhelming [for him], then I understand that as well.”

    Would you want to be Khloe Kardashian right now? She shoulders a lot of responsibility for brother Rob Kardashian, most of the responsibility for Lamar Odom, and has put her relationship with James Harden pretty much on hold. Not only does it sound like Khloe Kardashian has a lot going on, she is likely in a state of emotional turmoil.

    How long do you suppose Khloe Kardashian can keep up this frenzied pace?

  • Lamar Odom Receives Support From Khloe Kardashian, But No Reconciliation In Sight

    Last week, reports came out about reality TV star Khloe Kardashian dumping her cager boyfriend James Harden and putting on hold her divorce with Lamar Odom, with the intention of reconciling with her estranged husband.

    However, that may not be the case for now, based on an interview.

    Talking to People magazine, Khloe, 31, shared that while she is definitely going to support Odom in every step of the way, neither of them are thinking about getting back together.

    There are too many other important things, too many medical things,” the celebrity said. “It’s not even in our brains thinking about us as a couple or having a relationship right now.” While Kardashian admitted in the cover story that she still loves Lamar, whom she married in 2009 after dating for a little over a month, she believes she can love him from afar, which indicates her current decision not to get back with him.

    The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star has been by Odom’s side ever since he was rushed to the hospital on Oct. 13 due to drug abuse.

    The former NBA star was reportedly found unconscious in a Nevada brothel, and was rushed to a Las Vegas hospital.

    Experts have mentioned that it’s a long road ahead for Odom in order to fully recover, especially since he suffered from multiple organ failure when he was in a coma a couple of weeks ago.

    The 35-year-old athlete has since been transferred to a Los Angeles hospital to undergo regular dialysis due to kidney failure.

    Meanwhile, Khloe has reportedly canceled her tour to promote her upcoming book, Strong Looks Better Naked.

    And while she has been receiving criticisms from people because of her interview, she still appreciates the love and support that other people give for her and Lamar Odom.

  • Kourtney Kardashian Does Halloween Right–Poses With Mason, Reign, Penelope Disick, and North West

    Kourtney Kardashian shared an adorable Halloween photo with her social media followers this weekend. In the shot, the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star was flanked by her children–Mason, Reign, and Penelope Disick–as well as sister Kim Kardashian West’s daughter, North West.

    “Squad,” Kourtney Kardashian captioned one of her photos.

    Kourtney Kardashian shared another photo of herself with her three children–Reign, Penelope, and Mason Disick. Do you sense a definite superhero theme?

    Kourtney Kardashian is presently serving as both mom and dad to her children, as ex-boyfriend Scott Disick is in rehab for his alcohol issues. Kourtney broke things off with her partner of 10 years this summer after she caught him cheating on her.

    Despite raising her kids solo, Kourtney Kardashian seems happier than ever. She gets lots of help from sister Kim Kardashian West and Khloe Kardashian. Khloe is always willing to take the kids–until recent weeks when she’s been at Lamar Odom’s bedside.

    Kudos to Kourtney Kardashian for making sure–despite her difficult situation–that her kids have lots of fun.

  • Khloe Kardashian Gets New ‘Lob’ Haircut, Still Looking After Hospitalized Lamar Odom

    TV reality star Khloe Kardashian decided to have her hair cut into a “lob,” as shown in a recent Instagram post.

    According to a report, celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin, who has already worked with fashion trendsetters such as Jessica Alba, Katy Perry, and Sofia Vergara, shared a photo of Khloe’s new locks on the social image-sharing site a couple of hours after Kendall Jenner posted similar photos.

    “Guess who just joined the ShortHairDontCare club! Do we like?” Atkin stated in the caption of the image where Khloe Kardashian, 31, was posing. Khloe’s recent hairdo update is her first sefie since estranged husband Lamar Odom was hospitalized on Oct. 13. She also appeared at her sister Kim’s baby shower on Sunday, in Beverly Hills.

    sister Sunday A photo posted by Kendall Jenner (@kendalljenner) on

    Unfortunately, Khloe was not present at her sister’s birthday bash, which was thrown by husband Kanye West at the Cinepolis Luxury Cinema in California. Caitlyn Jenner, 65, Kris Jenner, 59, Kourtney Kardashian, 36, Kendall Jenner, 19, and Kylie Jenner, 18, were in attendance and sported fake baby bumps at the party.

    Since Odom was rushed to the hospital a couple of weeks ago, Khloe has been by his side. While initial findings revealed that Odom suffered from multiple organ failure, he has reportedly begun the process of recovery last week.

    The former NBA star was found unconscious in a brothel in Nevada, and was transported to Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas.

    Khloe, who had already signed the papers with Odom to finalize their divorce, reportedly dropped everything to be with her husband of five years. In a separate report, he even put her relationship with Rockets guard James Harden on hold.

    In a new update, Kardashian has reportedly called off the divorce, and even dumped Harden through text.

    The new haircut could be a sign of a new beginning for Khloe, who may want to reunite with Odom once he has fully recovered.

  • Khloe and Lamar Spend A Few Hours Apart as Khloe Kardashian Attends Sister Kim Kardashian West’s Baby Shower

    Khloe and Lamar spent a few hours apart on Sunday as Khloe Kardashian left his side for the first time since he was hospitalized. Khloe left Lamar Odom to attend a baby shower for sister Kim Kardashian West.

    Kim’s baby shower was themed Camp Beverly Hills. All the Kardashian and Jenner sisters–Khloe Kardashian, Kim Kardashian West, Kourtney Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner–wore matching striped pajamas and hung out in mini tents in keeping with the theme.

    Khloe only stayed for a couple of hours, however, anxious to return to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center where Lamar remains under closely supervised medical care.

    Kim Kardashian West actually postponed her baby shower so Khloe Kardashian could take part in the festivities. It was originally scheduled for the first weekend Lamar Odom was in the hospital in Las Vegas, following an accidental overdose at a Nevada brothel.

    Khloe and Lamar were nearly divorced when he overdosed. Khloe had filed for divorced quite some time ago, but neither she nor Lamar had signed the necessary papers to move ahead with the proceedings until this summer. On Wednesday, Khloe withdrew her divorce petition. Khloe and Lamar had several conversations about their relationship in the days after he emerged from his coma. They decided to give their marriage another try.

    Kylie Jenner shared a photo taken of all the Kardashian and Jenner girls at Kim Kardashian West’s baby shower before Khloe returned to Lamar’s side.

    “Baby shower vibes,” she captioned it.

    A photo posted by King Kylie (@kyliejenner) on

    Kylie Jenner captioned this next Instagram post, “Just our usual morning routine #troopbeverlyhills.”

    A photo posted by King Kylie (@kyliejenner) on

    Khloe and Lamar no doubt did just fine during the few hours they were separated. Khloe Kardashian undoubtedly eft word with the hospital that she was leaving. It was likely good for her to get away and spend some time with her sisters.

    Kim Kardashian West likely appreciated Khloe being there at her baby shower.

  • Lamar Odom: Several Strokes Caused Serious Impairments, Long Road Ahead

    Lamar Odom is a long way from being out of the woods with his recovery from a recent accidental overdose. Doctors discovered late this week following a series of brain scans that the former NBA player suffered a series of strokes while in a coma. Those strokes have left Odom with several serious impairments. His abilities to both walk and talk have been impacted.

    Khloe Kardashian is by Lamar Odom’s side in the ICU at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Hospital, where he was transferred via helicopter on Monday. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star vows to stay with Lamar until he is well–and longer. She has essentially put her life on hold–even canceling a scheduled book tour–to stay by his side.

    On Wednesday of this week, Khloe Kardashian filed to have her divorce papers withdrawn, meaning she and Lamar Odom will stay married. During some of their conversations in the hopsital, they decided to give their marriage another try.

    In addition to the strokes Lamar Odom suffered, his kidneys are failing and he is on dialysis. While much has been made of the fact he emerged from his coma, most don’t realize he is still in very serious condition. Only time will tell if he recovers at all, and if so, if he regains the abilities to walk and talk.

    On Thursday, Lamar Odom underwent two surgeries for “chest issues.”

    “Lamar is not out of the woods,” a source tells Us Weekly. “I think it’s still really touch and go.”

    Khloe Kardashian is the only visitor Lamar Odom is allowed. She is sleeping on a cot in his hospital room.

    Hopefully Khloe Kardashian takes time out for rest and a change of scenery. While staying by Lamar Odom’s side is surely commendable, she needs to take care of herself, too.

    Lamar Odom clearly has a long road ahead of him–one that might not end the way people hope it ends. Is Khloe up to handling a less than perfect outcome?

    Does Khloe understand that Lamar is at risk for even more strokes, and that further damage could leave him unable to communicate–or worse?

  • Khloe Kardashian Cancels Press Tour for New Book So She Can Remain by Lamar Odom’s Side

    Khloe Kardashian is scheduled to go on a press tour for her new book, Strong Looks Better Naked, but has cancelled the tour so she can remain by Lamar Odom’s side. The book, due out on November 3rd, includes stories about her struggle with her weight as well as relationship issues. Khloe Kardashian appears naked on its cover.

    Lamar Odom was rushed to a Nevada hospital on October 13th after he was discovered unconscious at a brothel, as a result of an accidental overdose. He was then transferred to a Las Vegas hospital where he remained in a coma until one week ago. Khloe Kardashian, as well as other members of the Keeping Up With the Kardashians family, rushed to Vegas to be by his side.

    On Wednesday, Khloe Kardashian petitioned to withdraw her divorce filing from Lamar Odom. The two have decided to give their marriage another try.

    Lamar Odom still has a long recovery period ahead of him. Since being transferred to an L.A. hospital, he has undergone two emergency surgeries. Not much has been released about any damage he sustained while he was unconscious and before medical help arrived.

    Do you expect Khloe Kardashian might be giving up too much to support Lamar Odom in his recovery? Khloe begged Lamar to get help for his drug problem before finally filing for divorce. Now that he has had a near-death experience, she is seemingly doing everything in her power–including giving up things she has worked hard for–to help him recover.

    Would Lamar Odom be doing the same for Khloe Kardashian if those proverbial tables were turned?

  • Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian to Reconcile? “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” Star Calls Off Divorce

    Lamar Odom is now in an L.A. hospital following last week’s near death experience in Nevada. Khloe Kardashian served as medical power of attorney while he was in a coma, because their divorce was not yet final, which made her his legal next of kin.

    Now it seems that divorce will never become final. Khloe Kardashian reportedly sent her lawyer to the Los Angeles County Superior Court clerk’s office on Wednesday morning, to file a request for the dismissal of their divorce petition. That means Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom may in fact remain husband and wife.

    Attorney Laura Wasser signed on behalf of Khloe Kardashian while former NBA champion Odom signed on his own behalf, according to TMZ, which was the first source to break the news. The final divorce petition had been waiting since July 21 for a judge’s approval, which was delayed by a backup in the court system.

    Khloe Kardashian vowed to stay by Lamar Odom’s side in the coming months as he works with physical therapists and doctors to get well. The two reportedly had a conversation in the past few days, and decided it was well worth giving their marriage another shot.

    Do you think Khloe Kardashian is acting out of both lack of sleep and fear? Surely she wouldn’t have wanted Lamar Odom to die–but does that necessarily mean she still wants to be married to him?

    Hopefully as Lamar Odom’s health improves, Khloe Kardashian will insist upon some rehab for his drug issues. Without that, they’ll likely wind up back in divorce court yet again.

    How do you suppose James Harden feels about Khloe’s decision to call off her divorce to Lamar Odom? He had graciously stepped aside when Lamar was found unconscious–giving Khloe the space she needed to tend to his medical matters. Harden probably never imagined things would wind up this way.

    Do you think this is the beginning of a new and better life together for Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom, or do you think it’s simply delaying the inevitable? Will Khloe and Lamar wind up getting divorced some time down the road?

  • Herbal Viagra Reportedly Kills Thousands Every Year, Lamar Odom’s Overdose Compels U.S. Lawmakers To Take Action

    In the advent of former LA Lakers star Lamar Odom’s drug-fueled collapse, people have been talking about the “other drug” that is said to have contributed to Odom’s sudden health deterioration.

    Nicknamed “herbal Viagra,” this drug is apparently sold in legal brothels across Nevada. According to Dennis Hof, owner of the now-infamous Love Ranch in Crystal, Nevada, this sex supplement can be purchased at truck stops and gasoline stations.

    But ever since Odom’s terrifying brush with death, this “herbal Viagra” has gotten everyone’s attention. The burning questions that’s on everyone’s minds right now is: What is this drug? What does it really do besides increase one’s libido? How safe is it?

    The Mayo Clinic, among many other medical websites, say that drugs that claim to be the “herbal” form of prescription medications can actually be dangerous as they aren’t subjected to the same quality standards as their prescription counterparts.

    The real Viagra is a drug that treats erectile dysfunction works by relaxing the blood vessels of the penis in order to increase blood flow when a man is aroused. On the other hand, “herbal Viagra” and other cheaper alternatives do not have the ability to focus vasodilation to just the penis. As a result, it can cause critically low blood pressure in those who use it.

    Odom had taken at least 10 pills of “herbal Viagra” supplements called Reload and Libimax Plus, which he was reported to have consumed in the span of just three days. He was also said to have used cocaine and opiates prior to his stay at the Love Ranch.

    “Herbal Viagra” actually kills thousands of users every year, but it’s probably Odom’s case that has compelled the government to take action. According to POLITICO New York, State Senator Jose Peralta has drafted a bill that would fine anyone who sells these types of supplements to the public.

    “The state division of consumer protection will have the power to monitor this product. And additionally, the Department of Health will work with consumer protection to provide a database of dangerous supplements that are being marketed for increase sexual performance and erectile dysfunction,” Peralta said.

  • Khloe Kardashian to Stay by Lamar Odom’s Side, Lamar Transferred to L.A. for Continuing Medical Care

    Khloe Kardashian has said she plans to stay by Lamar Odom’s side and help nurse him back to health. That task will be much more convenient for the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star, as Lamar has been transferred to a hospital in L.A., much close to Khloe Kardashian’s home.

    CNN reports that Lamar Odom was transferred by helicopter on Monday evening to an L.A. hospital. He has reportedly made some progress, but the situation is far from good.

    The L.A. Times reports that Lamar Odom is on kidney dialysis. He is breathing on his own, but is unable to walk. Doctors fear he may have cognitive issues.

    Khloe Kardashian is there for the long haul, however, putting her relationship with James Harden on hold.

    “Khloe is committed to staying with [Lamar],” a source tells Us Weekly. “It’s a slow process, but Khloe is there every step of the way. It’s all been so draining and emotional.”

    It was reportedly Khloe Kardashian, along with mom Kris Jenner, who made the arrangements to have Lamar Odom transferred to L.A. Both believed he would receive better medical care there than in Las Vegas.

    Rob Kardashian–who doesn’t venture out much–was spotted driving Khloe Kardashian’s SUV on Tuesday. It’s possible he was headed to the hospital to check in on Lamar.

    Lamar Odom is a very fortunate man to have Khloe Kardashian and her family in his court. They are the only real family the former Lakers player has, and he loves them all dearly.

    Some wonder if this recovery period for Lamar will draw Khloe Kardashian and him back into a romantic relationship. He never wanted to divorce Khloe, but she lost hope because of his drug problems.

    Right now Khloe Kardashian is very grateful that Lamar pulled through, woke up from his coma, and is preparing to work hard in physical therapy to regain his strength and abilities.

  • Lamar Odom Breathing On His Own, Condition Shows Drastic Improvement

    Troubled basketballer Lamar Odom continues to fight for his life after reportedly succumbing to a drug binge that took place over the span of three days last week.

    News about his health have been nothing but bleak as his doctors told the media that his condition was highly critical and that he “might not make it.”

    However, things seem to be looking up for Odom as he finally got out of his coma on Friday and is said to be breathing on his own instead of a ventilator, which kept him alive for three days.

    A source shared that Odom is “slowly making progress” and that “there’s a lot of praying going on” among his family and friends. Since Odom’s hospitalization, numerous celebrities come to see him at the Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada. However, it’s his estranged wife, reality star Khloé Kardashian, who reportedly has not left his side.

    “She wants to be there so that whenever he opens his eyes, he sees her,” a source told PEOPLE.

    According to source from E! News, Odom was able to utter a few words ever since he regained consciousness. One of the first things he said was “Hey, baby” addressed to Khloé, and a “Good morning” and thumbs up to his doctor.

    While it is good news that Odom is now off the ventilator, he is still using a non-rebreather mask, which is aiding the flow of oxygen into his brain. However, his doctors plan to reduce the amount of oxygen from the device until he is able to breathe on his own entirely.

    Prior to his hospitalization, Odom was found unconscious at Dennis Hof’s Love Ranch brothel in Crystal, Nevada. He had spent three days at the establishment, “partying with the girls and just having fun,” according to Hof. Results of his blood test revealed that he had taken huge amounts of crack cocaine as well as an herbal sex supplement called Reload.

  • Khloe Kardashian Gets Support from James Harden During Lamar Odom Hospitalization

    Khloe Kardashian is getting support from her boyfriend James Harden during Lamar Odom’s near-death experience and subsequent hospitalization.

    So what is Harden doing to lend that support?

    He’s staying away.

    “He is so nice and being as supportive as humanly possible given the situation,” a source close to the Keeping Up With the Kardashians family tells People magazine. “Lamar essentially has zero consistent family other than the Kardashians, and James understands that. The last thing he would want to do would be to add more stress to her plate.”

    Lamar Odom came out of his coma on Friday after nearly dying. He accidentally overdosed while staying at a brothel in Nevada.

    Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom are still legally married, meaning Khloe had power-of-attorney for all of his medical decisions while he was unconscious. The two signed divorce papers this summer, but the courts are backed up. It could be three or more months until their divorce is deemed final.

    Khloe Kardashian began dating James Harden in June. The Houston Astros guard is well liked by her family members, but Lamar Odom has long been family. Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Kim kardashian West, and even Rob Kardashian–who hardly ever goes anywhere–traveled to Las Vegas with Khloe Kardashian to be by Lamar’s side.

    “He never had any intention of going to Vegas. He supports her of course, but understands she needs space and to be with Lamar,” the source says of Harden.

    It will be interesting to see what becomes of Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom following his brush with death. He has a long way to go before he’s completely out of the woods and doctors still don’t know the full extent of the damage he suffered.

    Khloe Kardashian has vowed to stay by Lamar Odom’s side until he is well.

    Will James Harden hang around that long? It could be months from now before Lamar is well again.

  • Lamar Odom to Begin Physical Therapy, Khloe Kardashian Vows to Stay by His Side

    Lamar Odom to Begin Physical Therapy, Khloe Kardashian Vows to Stay by His Side

    Lamar Odom has survived a near-death experience and will soon begin physical therapy. It’s as yet unknown how much damage his recent accidental overdose did to both his body and his brain.

    One thing that’s not unknown, however, is Khloe Kardashian’s devotion to Lamar Odom. She has vowed to stay by his side every step of the way, and that reportedly includes the months of rehabilitative therapy that lies ahead.

    Lamar Odom and Khloe Kardashian both signed their divorce papers this summer, but the divorce isn’t yet final. Khloe put off signing the papers for more than a year. She still loves Lamar and believed she could somehow save him from himself.

    Emerging from a coma on Friday, Lamar Odom spoke to Khloe Kardashian briefly. CNN reports he spoke to her again on Monday morning, saying, “Good morning,” to her before going back to sleep.

    Jim Harrick is one of Lamar Odom’s former coaches. He is far more hopeful now than when Lamar was first hospitalized.

    “We’re more hopeful now” that Lamar will recover, he said. “We’ve been on pins and needles for days.”

    Harrick thinks Khloe Kardashian might be the key to Lamar Odom’s survival.

    “I just came to fall in love with her,” he said. “She’s a sweet, loving, lovely young girl. I think she’s a rock. She’s the best thing that ever happened (to Odom).”

    Harrick said he wanted to “go over there” and “smack him” to let him know how incredible Khloe is.

    Odom needs to “get on the right path again,” Harrick added.

    Perhaps this near-death experience and the love and devotion of Khloe Kardashian, Lamar’s kids, his aunt, his former coach, and the many players who have visited him and prayed for him, will show Lamar Odom that lots of people are on his side.

    Will this be enough for him to seek rehab for his drug problems? If not, he will surely revisit last week’s scenario again–and he might not be so lucky if there’s a next time.

  • Lamar Odom: Test Will Determine What Drugs Were in His System at Time of Accidental Overdose, Khloe Kardashian Still by His Side

    Lamar Odom continues to improve in a Las Vegas hospital since regaining consciousness on Friday. The former Lakers player is now “speaking sentences” and texting from his hospital bed.

    Khloe Kardashian is still with Odom, as she has been since learning of the accidental overdose that rendered him unconscious on Tuesday. Khloe and Lamar’s divorce isn’t yet final, which means Khloe Kardashian was making health decisions for Lamar Odom while he was in a coma.

    Khloe Kardashian’s sister, Kim Kardashian West, posted to Instagram thanking God for the improvement in Lamar Odom.

    “I have faith in you. I believe in the power of prayer and positive energy! Thank you all for your prayers! Lammy- I’m so happy Kendall & I could make you smile today! God is good!” she captioned a photo of herself with Lamar Odom.

    Lamar Odom had several visitors from the basketball world while he was unconscious. Former Clippers teammates Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, and Chris Paul arrived in Las Vegas late Wednesday night after the Clippers landed at LAX from a trip to China, where they played two exhibition games.

    “He probably has no idea we were there, but just to be there and to see him–hopefully he knows there’s a lot of guys that love him and want to see him do better and want to see him get better,” Griffin said before Saturday practice.

    Kobe Bryant and Lakers General Manager Mitch Kupchak visited Lamar Odom on Tuesday night. The Lakers were playing the Sacramento Kings in an exhibition game in Las Vegas.

    Doctors may soon know what drugs were in Lamar Odom’s system when he was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel on Tuesday. Sources are calling his medical situation the result of an “accidental overdose.” He was known to have taken herbal Viagra while at the brothel.

    It’s clear from all the love that has surrounded Lamar Odom in recent days that he has lots of people in his corner. Hopefully when officials determine what he took for drugs, he will be offered help to fight what may very well be multiple addictions.

    Addiction doesn’t discriminate. Lamar Odom is proof. Perhaps the support he has received throughout this hospitalization will encourage him to fight his demons and put the pieces of his life back together again.

  • Khloe Kardashian “Best Thing to Have Ever Happened” to Lamar Odom

    Khloe Kardashian never left Lamar Odom’s bedside while he was comatose for three days in a Las Vegas hospital. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star and the former Lakers player are still technically married due to a backup in the divorce court system in California.

    Jim Harrick was Lamar Odom’s college basketball coach and a father figure, too. He maintains Khloe Kardashian is the best thing in Lamar’s life.

    “I think she is the best thing to have ever happened to him,” Harrick said in an interview with USA Today.

    Khloe Kardashian and several of her family members–mom Kris Jenner, sister Kim Kardashian West, and sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner–all flew to Las Vegas to be by Lamar Odom’s side when they got word of the accidental overdose that nearly took his life. The Jenner-Kardashian gang had returned to L.A. when Khloe Kardashian experienced an answer to her fervent prayers.

    “She reached down and said ‘you know I love you’ and he kind of nodded,” Harrick said. “Three or four days after being scared to death and fearing the worst, that is a little hope, a little progress. She texted me that (information).”

    The news got better for Odom as Friday wore on, too. Tests confirmed that his heart was starting to show evidence of improved function.

    It will certainly be interesting to see what transpires between Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom as his condition improved. One of the reasons Khloe filed for divorce was because of Lamar’s great propensity for partying. Strong connections to that lifestyle remain, as evidence in his behavior at the Nevada brothel where he was discovered unconscious on Tuesday.

    Will Khloe Kardashian continue to stay by Lamar Odom’s side? How does James Harden–the man she is supposedly now dating–feel about Khloe’s strong allegiance to Lamar?

    Lamar Odom isn’t out of the woods yet. Doctors haven’t said what–if any–damage occurred while he was deprived of oxygen.

    Do you think there’s a future for Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom now that he has had this near-death experience?

  • Khloé Kardashian Receives The Response ‘Hey Baby’ and Thumbs Up From Lamar Odom to Her ‘I Love You”

    The internet seemed to breathe a sigh of relief after news broke that Lamar Odom had awakened from a four-day coma, looked at his estranged wife, Khloé Kardashian, who has not left his side since rushed to a Las Vegas hospital, and said simply, “Hey Baby.”

    Friends and relatives have confirmed that the former NBA star regained consciousness and is responsive four days after being found near death in a Nevada brothel.

    Alvina Alston, publicist for JaNean Mercer, Odom’s maternal aunt and godmother, said that Odom spoke a greeting and gave a thumbs-up Friday morning.

    “He woke up and he spoke,” Alston said.

    Odom’s former coach Jim Harrick said Khloé Kardashian told him that Odom is now off dialysis, and that he showed a response when she reached down to say “Lamar, I love you.”

    “Khloe has promised me she’s going to stay by his bedside until she and him can walk out of the hospital together,” Harrick said.

    Authorities continue to investigate Odom’s $75,000, three-day visit to the brothel. Blood test results to determine what caused his medical episode still pending.

    Odom was found unconscious at the Love Ranch Tuesday with white and reddish substances coming from his nose and mouth. He was breathing and taken to Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center in Las Vegas.

    Khloé Kardashian rushed to his side that night, followed by Kris Jenner and the Kardashian sisters. According to reports, Khloé flew Lamar’s ex-wife and his two children to be by his side as Lamar’s condition continued to deteriorate.

    Kardashian notified her fans that the family would not be posting on social media during Odom’s health crisis.

    “As a family, we’ve decided to hold off on publishing content across our apps while we continue to support and pray for Lamar,” she posted, thanking fans for their love, support and understanding.

    Mercer issued her own statement Friday thanking the public for its support, saying they’re family was focused on Odom’s “complete healing.”

    “No words can express the overwhelming gratitude we feel for the outpouring of support from around the world,” the statement issued Friday said.

    Meanwhile, Khloé Kardashian remains by her estranged husband’s side as he makes improvements, knowing full well that he is not yet out of the woods and has a long road to complete recovery — a recovery the whole world seems to want for the beloved, former Los Angeles player.

  • Herbal Viagra – What’s Up With It?

    Herbal Viagra – What’s Up With It?

    Herbal viagra has been in the news a lot this week because of it reportedly being the reason that Lamar Odom is in a coma. So what’s up with herbal viagra? What’s it made of and does it work and is it safe?

    The Mayo Clinic claims that they can be very dangerous for several reasons, namely that they do not target the penis:

    Some of these products do contain substances that improve blood flow by relaxing the walls of blood vessels. However, none of them focuses specifically on blood vessels in the penis, as do Viagra and similar prescription drugs. As a result, these so-called “herbal viagra” supplements can cause dangerously low blood pressure in some men — particularly men who take nitrate medications for heart problems. In addition, some products marketed as “herbal viagras” have been pulled off the market because they contain undeclared prescription medications.

    The herbal viagra pills linked to Lamar Odom were the subject of an FDA warning issued in March of this year. The FDA sternly warned that…

    Laboratory analysis confirmed that Herb Viagra contains sildenafil, the active ingredient in the FDA approved prescription drug Viagra, used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). This undeclared ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Men with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates.

    The FDA included this image with their notice…

    “Public Notification: Herb Viagra contains hidden drug ingredient”

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    So what are the typical ingredients found in herbal viagra? According to Wikipedia the most popular herbs are epimedium (horny goat weed), damiana, ginseng, ginkgo, yohimbe, saw palmetto, maca, Muira puama, and Tribulus terrestris. However, there are often actual non-approved viagra type drug ingredients included.

    Bottom line, you don’t know what you are ingesting when you swallow an herbal viagra type pill. It’s not safe and you are risking a heart attack, stroke or death.

    They’re unsafe, but do they work? There is not much in the way of scientific information available as to whether or not herbal viagra actually does anything. The basic idea is to get sustained blood flowing to the penis and all of the herbal viagra drugs focus on increasing blood flow. The problem is they are not targeted to the penis like the approved drugs are. Websites that sell herbal viagra products endorse their effectiveness whole heartily. An example:

    “Herbal Viagra is an effective drug prescribed for erectile dysfunction in men. Herbal Viagra is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, which relaxes the muscles in the penis region. Once the muscles are relaxed, more blood flows into the region, which helps in the erection.”

  • Khloe Kardashian Prepares for the Worst at Lamar Odom’s Bedside

    Khloe Kardashian is sitting vigil at Lamar Odom’s bedside, and is reportedly preparing herself for the worst.

    A source tells People magazine the situation looks grim.

    “It’s hard for Khloé. He is on his last leg,” the source says.

    Lamar Odom was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel on Tuesday and has been on life support ever since arriving at a Las Vegas hospital. There have been no signs of improvement. Khloe Kardashian–as well as several members of the Keeping Up With the Kardashians family–arrived right away. Khloe Kardashian hasn’t left Lamar Odom’s side.

    “Everyone wanted to hope for the best, but nothing has changed. Now they are preparing for the worst,” the source adds.

    Khloe Kardashian has suddenly–and quite unexpectedly–found herself in charge of Lamar Odom’s medical decisions. The two signed divorce papers in July, but due to a backup in the divorce court system, the dissolution of their marriage has yet to be finalized in court. That makes Khloe the legal next-of-kin for Lamar. She may very well be forced to make life or death decisions in the very near future.

    “Khloé has always loved him,” the source says. “And that has never changed and if he didn’t have issues, they would be together. She’s devastated.”

    Lamar has a history of drug abuse. Some sources say in addition to taking herbal Viagra, he was using cocaine in the hours leading up to his hospitalization. Some reports are saying his condition is the result of an accidental overdose.

    Khloe Kardashian is the only one of her family members to remain at Lamar’s side. Mom Kris Jenner and sisters Kylie and Kendall Jenner, as well as Kim Kardashian West, recently left the hospital to return to L.A. Lamar’s children from a previous marriage and his father are there with Khloe.

    What will Khloe Kardashian ultimately decide if it comes down to choosing to leave Lamar Odom on life support or pulling that proverbial plug and letting him go?

    What a horrible decision that is for anyone to face. What might it do to Khloe if she is forced to decide?