Glial Cell Function Vital for Learning
Friday, September 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A major breakthrough in our understanding of nerve cell function opens the door for strategies to improve learning. Central to the issue is the function of the glial cells within your brain (also called astrocytes). For the very first time bi-directional communication between glial cells and nerve transmitting cells has been identified, showing how glial cells regulate learning. This discovery is of extreme importance to everyone. Vitamin B6 Lowers Heart Attack Risk in WomenWednesday, September 23, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Levels of the active coenzyme form of vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5’ phosphate) were found to be inversely associated with the risk for a heart attack in women. DHA Improves Infant IntelligenceWednesday, September 23, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A controlled trial with DHA-fortified infant formula shows that DHA intake is likely to result in a more intelligent child. Scientists Use Grape Seed Extract in the War on CancerTuesday, September 22, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A review of the current science on grape seed extract and grapes by University of Colorado Cancer Center states, “Overall, completed studies from various scientific groups conclude that both grapes and grape-based products are excellent sources of various anticancer agents and their regular consumption should thus be beneficial to the general population.” Powerful Anti-Bacterial Properties of Oregano OilMonday, September 21, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers at the United States Department of Agriculture have demonstrated that oregano oil has potent bacterial killing properties. They demonstrated that oregano consistently inhibited the growth of infectious E. Coli, Listeria monocytogenes, and Salmonella. Fatal Cases of Swine FluSunday, September 20, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The emerging picture of the new swine flu is one that is quite capable of infecting any person of any age, and may be especially problematic for pregnant women, women who have recently given birth, and overweight people. This data comes from the first collection of epidemiological data regarding who has died from severe H1N1 swine flu. Understanding the War in Your GutFriday, September 18, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study that documents how Salmonella food poisoning causes intense diarrhea illustrates the rather unbelievable nature of the war that can take place on the front lines of your digestive tract. Old and now rather stuffy explanations of immunity pit immune troops against foreign invaders, wherein bacteria were simply operating as individual entities and their infectious potential was in their numbers alone. We now know such bacteria talk to each other and form gangs. In the latest study it was shown that pathogenic bacteria directly signal human cells and try to confuse them so as to mount a more aggressive attack. Monolaurin Inhibits Food Pathogens, Blocks Viral ReplicationThursday, September 17, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Two new studies lend further support to decades of research showing that monolaurin is a potent immune support nutrient. One shows that monolaurin has a potent ability to knock out common and serious food pathogens. The other shows that monolaurin has unique and useful properties in helping to regulate viral replication. Elderly Muscle Rejuvenation is Possible, Likely to Help Flu ImmunityWednesday, September 16, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research shows that elderly strength training at the rate of 20 minutes, three times per week can go along way to prevent muscle breakdown and restore circulation to muscles. This is especially important in the current flu season, as muscles are your primary reserves of protein that your immune system needs to build antibodies if you have to fight an infection. Vitamin C Corrects Lesions in Skin, Boosts RepairWednesday, September 16, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Vitamin C’s antioxidant properties are legendary, which is why the nutrient is often fraudulently attacked by researchers whose agenda is the dislike of natural health. New scientific tools are proving the absolute value of nutrition to assist health. It is often the case the nutrients do multiple things in addition to the well-recognized understanding of their basic function. The fact that vitamin C can repair DNA damage in skin is not a trivial new finding. Swine Flu Could Cause More Serious Lung InfectionsTuesday, September 15, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research demonstrates that the swine flu (H1N1) has the ability to bind deeper into the lungs than regular seasonal flu, identifying a keep mechanism that may make this flu a significant problem for many people. The New Flu Vaccine Hype is Over-RatedMonday, September 14, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The news media and our federal government are trumpeting the early release of data from H1N1 swine flu vaccine trials. The headlines would have you believe that the new vaccine is a major success. In some ways it is and in other ways it isn’t. Using Nutrition to Help Perceive and Combat Swine FluSunday, September 13, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) There is valid concern that the H1N1 swine flu will readily infect Americans this flu season, resulting in high numbers of swine flu cases around the country. Already the CDC is reporting significant swine flu symptoms and swine flu cases in all states. This is because this new version of the flu hasn’t been around any time recently, meaning that our immune systems don’t have a memory of it and prior training in dealing with it. This does not automatically mean this is a major problem. Your immune system is perfectly capable of mounting a highly effective response against any never-before-seen virus. This article explains how your immune system does this, what nutrients can help, what forms of stress handicap this functionality, and how to help prevent the cytokine storm that would be associated with a severe swine flu episode. Consistent Intake of Grape Seed Extract is Best for Your BrainSaturday, September 12, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study has demonstrated that consistent intake of grape seed extract is the best way to get it into your brain. The reason you want it in your brain is because it is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrient (modulating the gene signal NF-kappaB). It is being widely studied for the prevention and treatment of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. Low HDL & Elevated Triglycerides are a Major Cardio Risk FactorFriday, September 11, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) I have pointed out for a number of years that low HDL cholesterol and elevated triglycerides are a major risk factor for predicting cardiovascular disease and more important than total cholesterol. Now there is a group of European scientists and doctors trying to alert the world to this very message, as they say in a recent press release “Low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and raised triglycerides, affecting millions of patients worldwide, are strongly linked to significantly increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) even in patients who achieve or surpass current low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) targets.” The Narrow Scope of Flu Vaccine UsefulnessTuesday, September 08, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Let’s assume for the moment that a textbook H1N1 swine flu vaccine is actually produced. Let’s put aside our concerns about its potential toxicity, adverse side effects, or the difficulty in getting a vaccine that actually looks like the current flu problem. And let’s focus on a more fundamental question: Would such a vaccine work for you? Fiber Reduces the Risk for Aggressive Breast CancerMonday, September 07, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A study involving 185,000 women (average age 62) has shown that higher fiber intake confers direct protection against breast cancer. This is especially the case for the most aggressive forms of hormone-negative breast cancer. Low Vitamin C Impairs Early Brain DevelopmentFriday, September 04, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers have found that low vitamin C in early life results in 30 per cent less hippocampal neurons and markedly worse spatial memory (animal study). The researchers demonstrated the vital importance of proper vitamin C levels, showing that even a slight lack can cause significant brain development problems. Alcohol May Disturb Your Sleep and Biological ClockWednesday, September 02, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Many people have a drink or two to relax and calm down from the stressors of the day, which even may assist sleep (at least in the short term). A new study shows that an increased level of alcohol can disrupt your biological clock. Not only does this induce potential serious sleep problems, it can throw your entire body out of rhythm (including your immune system). Another Study Linking Obesity to Aggressive Prostate CancerTuesday, September 01, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It is really important that this message sink in to the male population. Being overweight when you are older or gaining weight as an adult are clearly linked to risk for developing the most aggressive and deadly form of prostate cancer. Vitamin D Stops Plaque Build Up In ArteriesThursday, August 27, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Scientists have now proven that a lack of vitamin D helps damaged cholesterol (oxidized cholesterol) form plaque and that adequate vitamin D stops damaged cholesterol from forming plaque. This should make it painfully clear that the “public health” advice of the American Cancer Society to use sun block and stay out of the sun has directly contributed to heart disease in a major way in America. Coumadin Alert - Is Sticky Blood Protective?Thursday, August 27, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The “wisdom” of Western medicine assumes that sticky blood is a problem that must be solved at all costs so as to reduce the risk for a stroke. This assumption has led to wide scale over-prescribing of blood thinners like Coumadin. Coumadin is responsible for more drug injuries than any other drug and even causes bone loss, facts I review in an earlier article (FDA Sleeps While Common Medications Poison the Elderly). A new study shows that such medical treatment is likely to cause an increase in unstable plaque and actually increase the risk for stroke! Teen Abuse of ADHD Drugs – A Life-Threatening ProblemTuesday, August 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Question: When is a street drug of choice not a street drug? Answer: When it can also be sold by Big Pharma. ADHD drugs bind to cocaine- and amphetamine-regulated transcript (CART) receptors in the brain, the same receptors that crystal meth and cocaine binds to – receptors that have also gone awry in the case of regular excess alcohol consumption. A new study reported by the Associated Press shows a 76 percent increase in emergency calls to poison control centers across the nation due to ADHD drugs. Is Itching a Risk Factor for Cancer?Monday, August 24, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) There are many reasons for itching. Something is irritating your skin. It could be something you came in contact with or some waste product or toxin trying to work its way out of your body. There could be an infection in the skin. Many people itch when they get too stressed out or worn down. In response to such skin stressors your mast cells may release histamine (an irritant chemical), that magnifies the itching response. Maybe your immune system has gotten riled up, and IgE antibodies are locking in some sort of inflammatory skin problem that itches. Researchers have now identified an itch-specific gene signal in your spinal cord, and without it you don’t feel itching regardless of the irritant. Interestingly, too much of this gene signal is involved with cancer. Supplemental Carnitine Corrects Glucose IntoleranceSunday, August 23, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows that supplemental carnitine can correct defects in fatty acid metabolism and glucose utilization that are due to the stress or obesity on metabolism or the affects of aging. This finding is of significant value in helping to correct and prevent diabetes and other problems associated with metabolic syndrome.
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