Take the right vitamins, minerals and foods in treating heart disease by Dr James Liddell and Sue Visser
Medicinal effects of supplements and foods Antioxidants – Vitamin C is most important A ten-year study found that a daily dose of 300mg of vitamin C (10 oranges) could help to reduce heart attack rates by 50%. Vitamin E and Vitamin D are essential Vitamin E can dissolve clots, help the heart to pump more efficiently, widen the arteries and increase oxygen levels in blood. Take vitamin E as mixed tocopherols or d-alpha tocopherol. Do not use the synthetic forms of Vitamin D (dl-alpha tocopherol). B Vitamins to lower homocysteine B vitamins alone can dramatically reduce heart disease. Folic …
Does the heart store the memory of its previous owner?
Does the heart store the memory of its previous owner? Strange tales about heart transplants There are many well documented cases of the transformations that have taken place after the heart of one person is hosted by another. These examples add to the evidence that a heart interacts with the new body based on its previous memory. It even has its own Wi-Fi and Blue tooth functions. Is this data is relayed from the physical heart or is the heart’s computer logging onto some form of cosmic “internet”? Perhaps science will provide the answer one day. We have to accept it …
Mycotoxin exposure is bad news to your heart – by Sue Visser
Mycotoxin exposure is bad news to your heart Mycotoxins as a result of exposure to environmental or food-based sources of mould and fungi can be detrimental to your cardiovascular health, your mental state and your endocrine system. These unseen pathogens can cause inflammation, free radical stress, acidity and toxicity in the body that mimic the effects of bad eating habits, too much stress and a lack of exercise. Yet even for people who do have a perfect diet – who take a lot of extra supplements and exercise daily, exposure to mould can make you feel seriously ill and miserable …
Preparing for retirement, what to consider
Where Are the Red Flags in Retirement Planning? Most of us cannot afford to stop work at 65 and we are increasingly likely to live another 20 to 30 years. The term ‘retirement’ was first introduced in 1889 when people were expected to live another 1-2 years after stopping work. Baby Boomers are turning the concept on its head. There is however, a noticeable shift that takes place in our lives during our 60’s. If you are lucky enough to be able to continue in your present job after you turn 65 you may not feel this shift as acutely …
Heart surgery
Heart surgery is very invasive and can be a very traumatic experience for most. You can prevent heart disease by changing lifestyle habits but if you are having heart surgery its important to know the risks so that you can prepare and manage the process and prevent a catastrophe from occurring. The risks of heart surgery you need to be aware of: Bleeding, infection, fever, swelling, pain and increased inflammation requiring more drugs A reaction to the anaesthetic used during the surgery Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) Damage to tissues in the heart, kidneys, liver, and lungs A strokes after the procedure …
Gout can be managed, treated or prevented with lifestyle adjustment – part 3
Gout treatment starts with your diet High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a dietary culprit that wrecks your uric acid levels, putting you at high risk of gout. Elevated blood sugar levels is the REAL underlying problem that causes the inflammation associated with gout, as well as the subsequent damage it inflicts on your body, specifically your joints. If you reduce your consumption of high-purine foods, you can still experience gout symptoms if you continue to ingest HFCS, which is mostly found in processed foods. If you consume more than two colas per day, you have an 85 percent higher risk …
How to treat, manage and prevent Gout with lifestyle adjustments – part 2
Making important lifestyle changes can help you to treat, manage and prevent Gout, here’s what you can do, 4 Things you can do about hyperuricemia (high uric acid): Tell your doctor, as well as all healthcare providers, about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter, vitamins, or herbal remedies). Always remind your doctor or healthcare provider if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, and / or heart disease. It is very important to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding lowering your blood uric acid level and treating your hyperuricemia. If your uric acid blood levels are very …
How to treat, manage and prevent Gout with lifestyle adjustments – part 1
What is hyperuricemia? Hyperuricemia is an excess of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid passes through the liver, and enters your bloodstream and most of it is removed in your urine, or passes through your intestines to regulate “normal” levels. The purine in food breaks down into uric acid and increased levels of uric acid from excess purines may accumulate in your tissues, and form crystals. Gout and kidney stones can occur when the blood uric acid level rises above 0.43 mmol/L. Causes of high uric acid levels Primary hyperuricemia Increased production of uric acid from purine and your …
How stress can sabotage thyroid function and make you gain weight
1. Adrenal stress can disrupt the HPA axis The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is a complex network of interactions between the hypothalamus, the pituitary and the adrenal glands that regulates things such as temperature, digestion, immune system, mood, sexuality and energy usage – in addition to controlling the body’s reaction to stress and trauma. Chronic adrenal stress depresses hypothalamic and pituitary function. Since these two organs direct thyroid hormone production, anything that disrupts the HPA axis will also suppress thyroid function. Studies have shown that the inflammatory cytokines IL-1 beta, IL-6 and TNF-alpha, which are released during the stress response, down-regulate …
How to stop hair loss in its tracks
Hair loss is a big concern amongst men and women. Thirty percent of women report hair loss by age thirty. By age fifty, that statistic climbs to about 50 percent. This is a major problem and it is demoralizing, and conventional medicine often pats you on the back and say, “You’re getting older; you need to get used to it.” Causes of Hair Loss 1. Low Vitamin Vitamin D is very important in hair growth and maintenance. A lack of vitamin D can lead to hair loss. Vitamin D stimulates hair follicles and a lack there of can stunt …
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