Too Much Anger and Hostility Increase Heart Disease
Monday, March 30, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Stress takes multiple tolls on your body. New evidence shows that too much anger or hostility increases the risk of a first cardiovascular adverse event in a healthy person by 19% and increases the risk for a new cardiovascular event in someone with heart disease by 24%. Men were more adversely affected by anger than women. Stress May Shrink Your BrainSunday, March 29, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Following up on human studies relating to post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a new animal study lends proof to the theory that too much stress actually shrinks nerve cells and disconnects them, a cellular finding that goes along with the feeling of learned helplessness (depression). Alcohol-Related Acetaldehyde Increases Cancer RiskSaturday, March 28, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Acetaldehyde is a fat-soluble toxin that can damage your liver and brain, and is the prime reason for a hangover. A new study proves that too much acetaldehyde exposure increases cancer risk. Can Vitamin D Help Fibromyalgia Pain?Friday, March 27, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) If you happen to be an individual who struggles with chronic pain, then some recent research findings by the Mayo Clinic will certainly interest you. Individuals low in vitamin D need twice as much narcotic pain medication to get the same level of relief compared to someone with adequate vitamin D status. Zinc Deficiency Sets the Stage for Toxic Shock and Organ DamageThursday, March 26, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Zinc is required for healthy immune function. A new study shows that a small lack of zinc handicaps the ability to respond to a septic infection, resulting in significant inflammation, organ damage, and increased mortality. Over 750,000 Americans suffer serious and often fatal sepsis-related problems every year that could drastically be reduced by taking zinc. Fish Oil Lowers Aggressive Prostate Cancer Risk by 63%Wednesday, March 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers from the University of California San Francisco have demonstrated that fish oil can reduce the most serious form of prostate cancer by 63%. The researchers also found that in men with a weakness in the inflammatory COX2 gene, 500 mg of omega 3 fatty acids per day could compensate for the genetic weakness and reduce the risk of aggressive prostate cancer in this group of at risk men by 500%. Are Your Red Blood Cells Getting Punched in the Nose?Wednesday, March 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A common blood test flags a significant increase in all cause mortality risk (23%), cardiovascular disease (22%), cancer (28%), and respiratory tract disease (32%). The problem is that doctors ignore this lab test as a matter of routine. The test score is RDW (red blood cell distribution risk), which is part of the standard complete blood count (CBC) that is routinely performed. Vitamin D is Lacking in Americans, Elderly at Risk for FracturesTuesday, March 24, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Two new vitamin D studies add to the now overwhelming body of vitamin D data that says Americans need more vitamin D to prevent fractures and live healthier and longer. The first study found that taking greater than 400 IU of vitamin D per day significantly reduced fractures in the elderly. The second study showed that during the past decade vitamin D levels had fallen by 6 points in American population. Breakthrough on Circadian Rhythms, Aging, & MetabolismMonday, March 23, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Our human systems are timed to a 24 hour clock. New research has shown that this clock regulates your energy levels and thus your metabolism. The researchers found that various proteins that regulate your clock and metabolism are linked and dependent on each other. This is a profound discovery. Lack of Sleep Increases Blood SugarSaturday, March 21, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows that individuals who sleep on average less than 6 hours per night have a five fold increased risk for developing abnormally high blood sugar, knocking on the type II diabetes door. Diesel Fume Exposure Increases Acute Cardiovascular RiskFriday, March 20, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The particulate pollution coming from the diesel engines of buses and trucks can stiffen your arteries based on a single exposure. This poses a significant problem if you are already struggling with cardiovascular health – but it even causes problems in healthy people. Traffic Pollution Increases Heart Attack RiskWednesday, March 18, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new German study presented at the American Heart Association’s 49th Annual Conference on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention found that in patients who had just had a heart attack they were more then three times as likely to have been in traffic within an hour of the onset of their heart attack. The Potential for Intelligence is InheritedWednesday, March 18, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A unique brain-imaging study of identical twins and fraternal twins has shown that genes have a profound influence on the integrity of nerve cell connections, resulting in faster processing speed and potential for intelligence. The study identified that the health of the myelin sheathing of nerves was a key sign of brain health. Mom’s Health Has Lifelong Consequences for ChildrenTuesday, March 17, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The British Medical Association has published an extensive report explaining the extreme need and urgency for women of reproductive age to be healthy. Childbearing is a huge responsibility, and the future health of a child is significantly influenced by the health of the mother (and to some degree the father) prior to, during, and following pregnancy. Calcium Reduces Cancer Rate in WomenSunday, March 15, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A total intake of 1300 mg calcium (food and supplements total) offers women statistically significant protection from all forms of cancer. In both men and women higher calcium intake was associated with less digestive and colon cancer. Vitamin D Intake and Teen Weight ProblemsSaturday, March 14, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Just about everyone knows that vitamin D is vital for your bones. A new study lends more support to the idea that a lack of vitamin D may also help set the stage for weight gain and obesity in teenagers. Cranberry Prevents Bacterial AdhesionSaturday, March 14, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The power of cranberry as a natural tool to combat urinary tract infections continues to grow. In a new study it was shown that the greater the concentration of cranberry, the less the adherence capability of the infection. Quality Fish OilFriday, March 13, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Over 1 billion people rely on fish as their primary source of protein. Additionally, certain types of fish are rich in the essential omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. These essential fatty acids are woefully lacking in the American diet. Health authorities around the world are recommending higher intake of fish oil for the prevention of heart disease. The question arises – what is quality fish oil? DHA Rejuvenates Aging Brain CellsThursday, March 12, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new cell study sheds light on the importance of DHA for brain cell growth and rejuvenation. The study shows that DHA helps to turn on gene transcription factors for neural stem cells to grow. This data indicates how good nutrition can help to promote healthier brain function and offset the wear and tear of aging. Teenage Stress Primes Inflammatory PumpWednesday, March 11, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows that teenagers in high stress situations (family, peers, school) can elevate the inflammatory marker CRP (C reactive protein) for several years following the stress. Inflammation deactivates nerve function resulting in poor mood and more risk for depression. And the CRP can lead to cardiovascular distress and set the stage for plaque accumulation especially if the teen is eating poorly and gaining weight during the stressful time. How Stress Can Turn Germs HostileTuesday, March 10, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It has long been known that stress has a direct immuno-suppressive effect. New research is demonstrating another angle on this issue – stress can turn on gene switches in bacteria that turns them from harmless to hostile. Are Your Stress Brakes Working?Tuesday, March 10, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Your stress response enables you to survive threats. The problem in today’s world is that many factors are interpreted as stressful and can build up in a person leading to poor mood, depression, and trouble sleeping. Your brain has natural “brakes” that slow down stress, based on GABA and glycine. New Canadian research shows that repetitive stress causes GABA systems to not work – causing an excess of stress-related feelings and symptoms that can be hard on your health. Type II Diabetes Linked to Poor Cognitive FunctionSaturday, March 07, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Elevated blood sugar has a sugar-coating effect on healthy body structures, stiffening them and aging them faster. New research with humans shows a 150% increased risk for cognitive decline and 160% increased risk for dementia in patients with type II diabetes. Statins Interfere with Normal Brain FunctionWednesday, March 04, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) In the process of statins taking a sledgehammer to the core survival system in your liver, a building body of research is proving that statins directly lower important brain levels of cholesterol that are needed for normal nerve transmission. Talk about robbing Peter to pay Paul. The longer you take a statin the less you will have to think about this problem, because you won’t be able to think very well. Lutein and Zeaxanthin Protect Against Macular DegenerationTuesday, March 03, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The consumption of the carotenes lutein and zeaxanthin, from food and dietary supplements, raises your blood levels of these nutrients which then accumulate in tissues around your body, including your eyes.
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