NOVEMBER 9, 2018 BLOOD PRESSURE

I am always interested in supplements and herbs that lower blood pressure. I utilize citrulline, magnesium, hawthorn and globe artichoke to lower blood pressure.

A study from Thomas Jefferson University found out that melatonin supplements lowered blood pressure in both young and older patients. It was a small study group and more studies needs to be done. The dose used was 9 mg for those in the melatonin group . There was a significant lower BP of 7.3 mm Hg in the melatonin group versus non melatonin group

Until tomorrow…

NOVEMBER 8, 2018 DAIRY AND PK

There are more than 6.2 million Americans who suffer from Parkinson’s Disease.( PD) The aim of treatment in the United States is to slow the progression. Unfortunately many conventional doctors do not investigate heavy metal intoxication. There is no cure for PD, I always want to identify the underlying factors. My focus is prevention and detoxification protocols. A new study has linked the association of PD and dairy intake.

The conclusion of the study revealed that consumption of more than three servings per day of low fat dairy foods ( which could include skim or low fat milk, sherbet and frozen yogurt) were associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s Disease ( PD).

There was NO difference in men and women with PD

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NOVEMBER 7, 2018 BROCCOLI LOVERS

Do you consume broccoli? Do you consume enough broccoli ?

After you read this you will want to consume more broccoli. A study at Washington School of Medicine in St Louis found that broccoli contains a natural compound that plays a key role in energy metabolism and reduces the aging process. It is all about the aging process. None of us want to grow old, despite that it is a normal phenomenon

Studies revealed that broccoli users experienced a boost in metabolism, lower age associated weight gain and improved eyesight and blood sugar levels.

Consume more broccoli

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NOVEMBER 6, 2018 STOP NSAIDS

Several studies have been published linking the over the counter pain medications to risk of a heart attack ( myocardial infarction) A study published in 2017 in the British Medical Journal confirmed the risk which we knew probably existed. What we didn’t know that was published was that the risk can begin as soon as one week after beginning to take these medications

The medications that we are discussing are the following

1. Ibroprofen ( Advi, Motrin ); 2. Diclofenac ( Voltarenm) ; 3. Celecoxib ( Celebrex); 4. Naproxen ( Midol. Aleve)

The higher the dose, the higher the risk

Do not take these medications. Consult your health care practitioner

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NOVEMBER 5, 2018 SPARKLING WATER

Do you like sparkling water? After you read this you will think twice about having sparkling water over the flat water. I have never been a fan of sparkling water. I just didn’t like the fizzy.

A study done at Bizreit University in Palestine West Bank revealed that the carbon dioxide from sparkling water makes you fat. It was found that the carbon dioxide stimulates the body to produce higher levels of the hunger hormone, ghrelin.

The increase in ghrelin makes you eat more thus making you fat.

More needs to be studied, but think twice before ordering sparkling water over the flat water. Stay with the flat water

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NOVEMBER 3-4, 2018 AGING AND DEATH

None of us want to grow old. Why do we age? Can we do anything about the aging process. I believe with a healthy dietary and exercise lifestyle we can age gracefully and age better than I see most aging today. I also must say that I do believe whole heartedly that the seven ( 7) lifestyles changes are key: diet, exercise, addictions, meditation, self esteem, anger/resentment and self love are key to aging

The aging process is a result of complex interactions as the environment, hereditary and lifestyle ( as above ) are key factors.

We always read about the “ new “ anti aging supplement. But what does this mean. There are good studies on some supplements and the aging process. Aging is due in fact to the cumulative oxidative damage caused by free radicals. These unstable molecules cause aging by interrupting the aging process of cellular respiration and cellular metabolism.

Two supplements have shown to slow the aging process, acetyl L carnitine and alpha lipoic acid. New studies have shown that acetyl L carnitine can slow or reverse the aging process involved in the mitochondria ( powerhouse of the cell ) in manby different tissues.

More to be revealed

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NOVEMBER 2, 2018 NIGHT TIME EATING

Do you do some night time eating? I think we all at one time or another have done this. It is not uncommon. Night time eating also called Night eating syndrome ( NES) has been studied and is more common among bipolar disorder than the general population. There is a classic definition for NES. It is when the consumption of at least 25% of the days caloric intake is done after the evening meal and at least two nocturnal awakenings per night.

We need to study this in depth. We do know that bipolar disorder patients have an increased risk of metabolic syndrome ( also called Insulin resistance or pre diabetes) already due to their psychiatric medications. These individuals have poor sleep and more severe anxiety issues

More studies need to be done

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NOVEMBER 1, 2018 TROPONIN LEVELS

A blood test called troponin levels is used to see if a patient has a myocardial infarction ( heart attack) when the patient is experiencing chest pain. A study in Austria published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology revealed a serious fact.

Cardiac troponin levels that are high but still within the “ normal range” appear to be a marker for increased cardiovascular risk, especially fatal CVD events. This is too early to see if this will effect clinical cardiology practices.

Does this mean we do not discharge from the ER when patients have high normal troponin levels ?

Until tomorrow…