Sluggish Thyroid Disturbs Heart Function
Tuesday, August 12, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Several studies now point out that sluggish thyroid function (subclinical hypothyroid) is associated with early adverse changes in the electrical function of the heart. Running Over Age 50 Cuts Death Rate in HalfTuesday, August 12, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A 20-year study has shown that running has profound health benefits, cutting the rate of early death by more than half. Researchers found that running slowed cardiovascular disease, cancer deaths, cognitive decline, and poor immunity. The runners experienced no more wear and tear to their joints than non-runners. Sluggish Thyroid in Women Increases Heart DiseaseMonday, August 11, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Women who have sluggish thyroid function, meaning that they are not hypothyroid by lab test but have many of the symptoms of poorly functioning thyroid and their thyroid scores are close to lower limits of “normal,” have 57% increased risk for developing heart disease. This relationship does not exist after age 65, which is also an interesting point. Thyroid Problems Double Women’s Alzheimer RiskSunday, August 10, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study finds that women in the sluggish thyroid category had more than double the risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. Sluggish Thyroid Associated with Breast Cancer RiskFriday, August 08, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research is proposing overactive thyroid is protective against breast cancer because of the extra free radicals the condition generates that induce cell death in breast cancer cells. Conversely, a sluggish thyroid would have less ability to exert such influence on cancer cells, thus the higher rate of breast cancer. Cholesterol is Not the Cause of Heart DiseaseThursday, August 07, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Several articles in recent months have called attention to the severity of the statin fraud.... Herbs and Spices Protect Against Blood Sugar DamageThursday, August 07, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers found that common herbs and spices from the grocery store had potent antioxidant activity which they showed helped protect against the damage caused by elevated blood sugar. DHA - Brain Boosting and Mercury ProtectingMonday, August 04, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Not only does your heart and circulatory system love DHA, so does your brain. A variety of new animal studies illustrate the brain power of DHA. Fish Oil Protects Japanese from Heart DiseaseSunday, August 03, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Japanese men have half the heart disease compared to any other industrialized country in the world. This is true even though they smoke more and have similar rates of cholesterol problems, blood pressure issues, and diabetes. Living in Japan, they eat fish every day and their blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids (DHA/EPA) are twice as high as Japanese men living in America and white American men. Children of Alzheimer Patients Take NoteFriday, August 01, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study identifies early adverse brain changes in the healthy children of Alzheimer patients, long before any symptoms appear. Circulating Fat Blobs Predict Cardiovascular DiseaseThursday, July 31, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) One year ago JAMA published a major breakthrough article explaining that nonfasting levels of triglycerides (fat blobs) was an independent and highly predictive indicator of true cardiovascular disease risk. In the past year these finding have been widely agreed upon... High Fructose Corn Syrup Makes You StupidWednesday, July 30, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) We now know the real reason so many of our kids can’t finish high school. They have been fed too much high fructose corn syrup and they have become dumb. Are You Eating Green?Tuesday, July 29, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The average processed food travels 1500 miles before it is consumed. On top of that, individuals in the U.S. are consuming 1000 to 1500 more calories per day of this garbage than they should, making themselves fat while raising health care costs for everyone. Soy Foods Lower Sperm CountsTuesday, July 29, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) On a paltry ½ serving of soy per day men lower their sperm count 25% -50%. This is the first human study to show the adverse affect of soy intake on men. Brain Anti-Aging with NutritionSunday, July 27, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A newly published review of the state of the science regarding brain health shows that nutrients match or exceed pharmacological drug benefits in double-blind, randomized, controlled trials, with superior safety. Nutrients Lacking in Peripheral Arterial DiseaseSaturday, July 26, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study clearly shows that a lack of key vitamins sets the stage for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Too Much Coffee Depletes B VitaminsFriday, July 25, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows that 4 or more cups of coffee per day have a significantly adverse affect on B vitamin status. The researchers found that folic acid levels were lowered by 11.7%, B6 by 14.1%, and B2 by 5.5%. At the same time the arterial plaque forming homocysteine was elevated by 6.8%. Endurance Exercise Rejuvenates Your HeartThursday, July 24, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows that sedentary older people age 60-75 who followed an endurance exercise training program of one hour of aerobics 3-5 times per week for eleven months were able to rejuvenate their heart’s ability to utilize glucose – a major improvement in heart health. Are Cargill’s Plant Sterols Dangerous?Wednesday, July 23, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) By now you have certainly seen the ads – take plant sterols and lower your cholesterol. These wild cholesterol-lowering claims, which the FDA is ignoring because Cargill is pushing them, are associated with various health risks. A new study shows they may be quite dangerous for your heart. Cranberry Blocks Invasion of Lymphoma CellsTuesday, July 22, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Cranberry is turning some heads. In an animal experiment it was shown that an extract of cranberry could protect healthy tissues from the invasion of cancerous lymphoma cells. Cranberry Repels BacteriaTuesday, July 22, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Cranberries erect an energetic force field around healthy cells of the walls of the urinary tract, directly preventing bacteria from sticking to them. The New Frontier – Brain Anti-Aging with NutritionMonday, July 21, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The molecular wonder tools of modern day science are not leading to powerful new drug discoveries, rather they are uncovering the exact details of how nutrition manages your genes to improve your health. A case in point is all of the evidence showing that nutrients are the most powerful brain boosters known to mankind – and contain no serious adverse side effects like virtually every “blockbuster” brain med on the market today. High Fructose Corn Syrup Causes Oxidative StressMonday, July 21, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Just to keep the medical profession aware that I am keeping track of their utter incompetence in terms of recently stating that there was not enough evidence to warn against consumption of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) – I would like to point out to them another recent study which was actually conducted to show the powerful antioxidant capabilities of cranberries. Blueberries for Your Memory and BonesSunday, July 20, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Blueberries continue to rack up their impressive credentials as the top superfood fruit in the world. Now is the season – eat all the fresh organic blueberries you can lay your hands on. News studies show that blueberries can rejuvenate your memory cells and protect your bones from bone loss. Zinc and Folic Acid for a Healthy BabyThursday, July 17, 2008 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Nutritional status during pregnancy has a profound affect on your child’s health – ramifications that directly relate to your child’s health as an adult.
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