Diagnostic Test for Cardio Vascular Disease
Why is LDL-cholesterol subfractions important as a risk indicator for coronary arterial disease and other lifestyle diseases – Cardio Vascular Disease? Every day in South Africa, approximately 80 people die of myocardial infraction or heart failure, while another 60 die due to stroke. The statistics reflect a lack of prevention, early detection and effective management of cardiovascular risk factors. Determining the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and CAD has to date included the measurement of a patient’s triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. More than 75% of patients with an acute coronary syndrome or myocardial infraction have normal blood values …
LifePak®Nano – What makes this product unique & frequently asked questions
What makes this product unique? New Pharmanex nanotechnology CR-6 LipoNutrients™ have a patent-pending process that allows nutrients to be formulated for optimal absorption. New concentrated omega-3s help maintain normal inflammatory responses and provide other anti-aging benefits.* New resveratrol for brain, heart, and anti-aging health.* New more advanced and balanced vitamin E blend for better anti-aging protection.* New improved sources of magnesium and calcium for better tolerance and absorption. New Lifepak® Nano provides more than 60 different antioxidants. New Lifepak® Nano supplies the body with liponutrients and nano carotenoids in two CR-6 LipoNutrient™ softgels—astaxanthin, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, lutein, and lycopene. L …
Do You Want to Improve Your Antioxidant Score
L i f e p a k®Nano was the first comprehensive dietary supplement to show antioxidant benefits in double-blind, placebo-controlled studies. What Makes This Product Unique? New Pharmanex nanotechnology CR-6 LipoNutrients™ have a patent-pending process that allows nutrients to be formulated for optimal absorption. New concentrated omega-3s help maintain normal inflammatory responses and provide other anti-aging benefits.* New resveratrol for brain, heart, and anti-aging health.* New more advanced and balanced vitamin E blend for better anti-aging protection.* New improved sources of magnesium and calcium for better tolerance and absorption. New Lifepak®Nano provides more than 60 different antioxidants. New Lifepak®Nano supplies …
Which fruits and vegetables are best to maximise your antioxidant intake
Best fruit and vegetables regarding Glycaemic load, antioxidants, polyphenols, salvestrols and sirtuin activators Olives Blueberries Kale Blackcurrants Broccoli Artichokes Cabbage (red) Asparagus Onions (red) Avocado Apples Beetroot Cherries Lifestyle changes maximise your antioxidant intake Eliminate sugar and grains from your diet Less sugar and grains in the diet will reduce your need for antioxidants. Exercise Moderate exercise can boost your body`s capacity to produce antioxidants. Stress management Stress can enhance free radical formation. 85% of diseases have an emotional component. Stop and / or avoid smoking Smoking causes free radicals in your body. Adequate sleep at night Lots of repair …
Protect yourself with antioxidants
What is a free radical? A free radical is an oxygen molecule that become unstable and cause oxidation of other molecules. This can lead to cellular damage that triggers inflammation, cancer, arterial damage and ageing. Free radicals are link with 60 diseases. These oxidants must be neutralized and removed. Oxidants are produced by: Smoking Exhaust fumes Radiation Frying Barbecues Normal body processes What are Antioxidants? Antioxidants inhibit oxidation (free radicals) and prevent cellular damage. What do antioxidants do? Anti-oxidants are a group of molecules that disarm harmful toxins. Some antioxidants are produced by the body and others come from other …
The Truth About Fats & Oils
Better with butter and crazy about coconuts One cannot say that saturated fats are bad and that unsaturated fats are good. It is a question of balance. When chemicals derived from the one group are classified as pro-inflammatory and exceed their limits we set off inflammation. As a result, we need more of the anti-inflammatory chemicals (DHA & EPA) from the Omega3 group to reverse the process. Dietary fat sources only affect 20% of our total cholesterol profile whereas the other 80% is synthesized by the liver. We need cholesterol but not in excessive amounts that accumulate in reaction to …
Omega 3 is Essential to Your Health
The Omega 3 EPA and DHA variants Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) Omega 3 supplements come from essential fatty acids that convert to EPA and DHA. Animal-based sources are found mainly in cold-water fish that feed off algae. These unicellular organisms contain anti-freeze chemicals that prevent the icy water and their inhabitants from freezing solid. They are highly unsaturated (polyunsaturated) fats with five and six double bonds on long structural chains that are very important for our heart health. DHA is more active as an anti-inflammatory chemical. It raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol to a protective level, while …
Holiday Survival Kit
It is holiday time again and it is very important to be prepared for your holiday so that small incidents don’t ruin your holiday. I have put together a holiday survival kit to ensure that you are prepared for all events. 1. Travel Tips Probiotics Take Probiotics everyday – they will fight any new bug that invades your digestive system. When you have diarrhoea remember to double the dosage. Doppelherz A-Z for multi vitamins, multi minerals and antioxidants Your organs don’t go on holiday – they still work 24/7 and sometimes they work harder during the holiday because of overindulgence. …
Festive season tips
How to feel like a daisy and prevent that mother of a hangover Drink lots of water – it prevents dehydration Supplements: take probiotics & liver meds (before & after) Don’t drink on an empty stomach Don’t go out on an empty stomach – eat protein Healthy snacks – low GI/GL Responsible drinking and no drinking and driving No sugary alcoholic beverages Symptoms of a hangover Headaches Nausea Fatigue Dehydration Weakness Dry Mouth Mild Depression Cause of hangovers Overindulgence Dehydration Toxins: sulphur, histamines, congeners and acetaldehyde is not the culprit – Dehydration Blood sugar drops – alcohol also causes glycogen …
How to cope with low blood pressure
How to cope with low blood pressure? Low blood pressure may be due to many factors The stress may weaken the adrenals, causing chronic fatigue that may also cause lower than normal blood pressure. With Addison’s disease there is extreme sodium depletion. Adrenal exhaustion and chronic fatigue are connected to low blood pressure • You feel tired, confused and are easily upset • You, feel dizzy, particularly when rising from a sitting position • Muscles are weak, especially on exertion and exercise is stressful • The stomach is distressed, food is poorly absorbed – constipation • Headaches, a bad mood …
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