The Vital Role of Cholesterol in Health
Wednesday, October 08, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A significant new discovery about the importance of cholesterol to nerve and muscle health has just been made. The researchers discovered that cholesterol is vital to the structure of key proteins involved with nerve transmission. The finding is groundbreaking, its implications in the context of widespread high doses of statin drugs in the general population is alarming. Plastic Outrage – Children in DangerTuesday, October 07, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Americans once again get to watch, as industry-friendly managers at the FDA drag their feet while the health of tens of millions of American infants and children is in high danger. Damage from Cell Phones Not DebatableMonday, October 06, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A variety of new studies show beyond the shadow of a doubt that cell phone exposure alters nerve function in an adverse way, a problem that certainly increases based on exposure time and frequency of use. Data indicates that this problem will be worse in the presence of other nerve related stress, and risks can be reduced by having adequate antioxidants (like vitamin E and C). The data paints an alarming picture of risk for a young generation that has grown up attached to cell phones. Lactic Acid, Your Brain, and FibromyalgiaFriday, October 03, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research indicates that during intense exercise the lactic acid produced by your muscles can be used by your brain for energy production. This discovery may be of extreme significance for individuals suffering from fibromyalgia. Pot Smoking, BDNF, and AddictionThursday, October 02, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Smoking pot may feel good for a while, but new science shows that it lays waste to your nervous system. Researchers found that pot smokers are depleting their levels of BDNF, one of the single most important substances for brain health. Overcoming Bad Memories and Improving RelationshipsWednesday, October 01, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) How many of us struggle with bad experiences or memories, the “old tapes” that come back to haunt us at the most inopportune times? A new study has unlocked the key to this mechanism, offering hope for improvement to everyone. Exercise Can Help Preserve Your MindTuesday, September 30, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) There is an epidemic of early onset cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease in the American public, a public health catastrophe that will only be getting worse as the wave of baby boomers enters their 60s. A new study indicates there is a simple way for you to prevent this problem – exercise. Lack of Sleep, Stress, Adrenals, and ObesityMonday, September 29, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Click this link to view article Lack of Sleep, Stress, Adrenals, and Obesity. Statins Drastically Impair Healthy MuscleMonday, September 29, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Science about the extreme adverse side effects of the widely used statin drugs for lowering cholesterol continues to leak out. The latest findings show that statins, at commonly prescribed doses, significantly interfere with the healthy rejuvenation of muscles. Bone Drugs and Jaw Decay – A New WarningMonday, September 29, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Those conned into taking bone-damaging bone drugs face the reality that their jaw bone may rot, teeth will loosen, gums will stay inflamed, pain will not go away, and their will be ongoing drainage from the deteriorated jaw bone. This is the new warning issued to 50 million elderly ... Friendly Flora Help Train Your Immune SystemSunday, September 28, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The balance of friendly flora (acidophilus) residing in your digestive tract has a profound effect on your health. A new study points out that one of the key roles of these friendly flora is to train your immune system to be competent, and not hyper-react. Curcumin Reduces the Size of Blood ClotsWednesday, September 24, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Curcumin is a potent anti-inflammatory nutrient with many health benefits. New research indicates that curcumin can reduce the size of blood clots. Friendly Flora Protect Against Type I DiabetesTuesday, September 23, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows that a lack of friendly flora in the digestive tract can set the stage for developing incorrect immune system training that in turn causes the immune system to attack the pancreas, leading to Type I Diabetes. This problem can be prevented by having adequate friendly flora in your digestive tract. Statins Increase Delirium Rate After SurgeryTuesday, September 23, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) If you are 65 or older, taking a statin, and go in for an elective surgery of any type, you are 28% more likely to have delirium following the surgery. Carnosine Helps Parkinson’s PatientsMonday, September 22, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Combining the nutrient carnosine with traditional Parkinson’s treatment resulted in significant improvement in neurologic symptoms and antioxidant function, with no side effects. Acetyl-L-Carnitine Reduces Nerve PainSunday, September 21, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study with the nutrient acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) shows that it has a protective affect on nerves, helping to reduce significant pain while keeping nerves cells alive. Zinc and DepressionSaturday, September 20, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new human study shows that zinc can activate the production of BDNF (brain derived neurotrophic factor), a key substance needed to ward off depression and keep nerve cells alive. Pantethine to the RescueFriday, September 19, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Following a heart attack or a stroke, a low oxygen situation follows (tissue hypoxia) wherein massive free radical damage ensues, driving the severity of the problem. If free radicals could be stopped then damage would be reduced. Researchers looking into this issue came upon a new finding. Activation of the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase reduced heart attack damage in an experimental model by 60%. Phosphatidylserine Offsets Heavy StressThursday, September 18, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Phosphatidylserine has been shown to offset the stress of intense exercise, a finding that transfers directly to any person under intense stress. New Data on Dental Health & Heart DiseaseTuesday, September 16, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The clear links between dental health and heart disease just got a lot stronger, which may now be a motivational factor for many people to improve oral hygiene. People with bleeding gums allow entry of up to 700 different types of bacteria directly into their circulation, increasing the risk for a heart attack. Acidophilus, H. Pyloria, and Your StomachMonday, September 15, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new understanding of Helicobacter pylori and its mode of operation may save numerous Americans from stomach ulcer and general heartburn and indigestion. Please Pass the PistachiosSunday, September 14, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) In a study that rocks the wobbly foundation of the low fat diet for heart health paradigm (which is of course a major fraud), LDL cholesterol was lowered by 8% when participants ate 20% of their calories per day from pistachios (34% fat diet). Major Immunity BreakthroughFriday, September 12, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It is one thing to kill the microbe, and it is another to clean up the battle field. New research says that if the battle field is not cleaned up properly, with remnants of the previous intruder still hanging around even though it is not infectious anymore, then your immune system may not recognize what is going on and you will be much more likely to get sick again. Nutrition and a Thriving InfantThursday, September 11, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Mothers who consume the most fish during pregnancy and lactation as well as nurse their child for longer than 10 months significantly improve the healthy development of their child. Breast Cancer and Stress, Younger Women Take NoteWednesday, September 10, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) In women ages 25 – 45 a clear link has been established between stress and breast cancer risk. Women with two or more traumatic events had a 62% greater risk, whereas women who were able to maintain a positive and optimistic outlook had 25% less risk.
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