Vitamin C vs Cancer Growth!!!
New Zealand scientists claim, Vitamin C can help curb the growth of cancer cells!!! They found that ”Tumors with low vitamin C levels had more of a protein called HIF-1 which allows them to thrive in conditions of stress.”
These findings may prove extremely beneficial in limiting the rate of tumor growth and preventing the formation of solid tumors. Very promising, not just in the form of prevention but also as a cure…
More reasons to eat Blueberries!!!
A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition describes the outcome of a trial of obese men and women with metabolic syndrome which found a protective effect for blueberries against several cardiovascular disease risk factors. Metabolic syndrome is a group of factors that include reduced high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, high triglyceride levels, hypertension, impaired glucose tolerance, abdominal obesity, and greater oxidative stress and inflammation. Having several of these risk factors increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Go San Francisco!!!
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, has ordered sodas such as Coke, Pepsi and Fanta Orange no longer be allowed in vending machines on city property. The ban includes non-diet sodas, sports drinks and artificially sweetened water. Juice must be 100 percent fruit or vegetable juice with no added sweeteners, and diet sodas can be no more than 25 percent of the items offered.
Excellent work San Francisco!!!
Camu Camu!!!
Camu Camu is a delicious superfruit grown organically in the Amazon Rainforest of Brazil boasting high antioxidant levels. Camu Camu is extremely high in Vitamin C complex and boasts an abundance of Calcium, Protein, Beta-Carotene, Iron, Riboflavin, Niacin, Thiamin, Phosphorus, Valine, Leucine and Serine. This makes Camu Camu invaluable for optimal functioning of all metabolic processes, including the formation of white blood cells, maintaining a strong and healthy immune system, and supporting the brain, lungs, heart, and lymph glands…
Liver damage linked to Obesity!!!
Obesity and Liver disease are at epidemic proportions worldwide. Turns out they’re linked!!! One of the contributors of liver disease is obesity. Persistent obesity often leads to fat deposits and inflammation in the liver, and unchecked inflammation ultimately produces scarring and even cirrhosis.
The solution is simple…lose weight and among all other commonly known health benefits you’ll also be taking preventative measures against liver disease!!!
More on Vitamin D benefits!!!
Another study reveals the far-reaching benefits of vitamin D, researchers at the NIHW in Finland report in the AMA journal Archives of Neurology the finding of a correlation between reduced blood levels of vitamin D and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.
The investigation is the first longitudinal study to demonstrate an association between insufficient vitamin D levels and the subsequent development of Parkinson’s disease. The vitamin has shown neuroprotective effects via antioxidative mechanisms, immunomodulation, enhanced nerve conduction and other means.” LEF
Antioxidants!!!
If you’re still wondering if supplementing with antioxidants is worth it… A recent article published in Nutrition and Metabolism reports the outcome of a clinical trial which found that supplementing with four important antioxidants (CoQ10, selenium, and vitamin C & E) improved arterial elasticity and high density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels. This among many other proven health benefits…
I always prefer proactive to reactive!!!
Lack of Sleep, a factor in Obesity!!!
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition recently suggested that “sleep restriction may be one of the environmental factors that contributes to the obesity epidemic.” Their study showed that normal-weight individuals consumed several hundred extra calories a day when they had gotten just 4 hours of sleep compared to a full eight hours.
In addition, cortisol (stress hormone) rises with lack of sleep and growth hormone (youth hormone) declines!!!
Yes! Sleep is an important factor in overall wellness!!!
Acetaminophen linked to Acute Liver Failure!!!
Studies have shown when Acetaminophen is ingested, a rapid depletion of glutathione (the body’s master antioxidant) in the liver occurs. This results in free radical destruction of liver cells!!!
Are you on pain medication? Even OTC (over the counter) pain relievers can be dangerous and at most minimally effective. Instead of over medicating as most people often do, the efforts should be in treating the root cause of the pain not in finding temporary relief in drugs albeit prescription or OTC!!!
Dark Chocolate lowers blood pressure!!!
Studies have shown that compounds in chocolate known as flavanols may decrease blood pressure. “Flavanols have been shown to increase the formation of endothelial nitric oxide, which promotes vasodilation and consequently may lower blood pressure!!!
Try 22 Days Nut Butter Buddha bars which are made with organic vegan dark chocolate in perfect harmony with other heart healthy ingredients!!!
