Progesterone Helps Brain TraumaSaturday, January 02, 2010 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study suggests that progesterone should be used as a for brain trauma for men and women. While the research is talking about severe brain trauma, especially in returning injured soldiers, the study has far-reaching implications. New Rejuvenation Property of Vitamin CFriday, January 01, 2010 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research shows that vitamin C may be a vital tool for scientists to reprogram your older cells into new stem cells, opening the door for stem cell therapy based on your own cells. The research also highlights a new role for vitamin C in the anti-aging process. Top 10 Health Scandals of 2009Tuesday, December 29, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) 2009 is another bumper crop year for health scandals, an unfortunate trend that shows no signs of improvement. To the contrary, consumers should do everything in their power to stay healthy as the Big Pharma-sponsored medical profession continues to induce millions of serious injuries and hundreds of thousands of deaths per year. Top 10 Health Stories of 2009Friday, December 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) 2009 was a busy year as gene-related exploration tools opened up a treasure trove of new discoveries. We’ve learned why some of the obvious good health habits, like getting enough sleep and exercise are more important than ever, and we’ve learned new things about health that were barely imagined even a year ago. Many of the following stories are feature length articles that are sure to broaden your understanding of natural health and as well as illustrating the extreme importance of taking really good care of yourself. 30% of Human Genome is Activated by GingivitisMonday, December 21, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) In another blow to the reductionist logic of Western Medicine it appears that an ongoing problem in your mouth may cause multiple health problems all over your body. Researchers have found that almost 1/3 of the genes in your body are expressed differently when you have the rather common problem of swollen, easily-bleeding gums and plaque accumulation known as gingivitis. Top 10 Nutrients of 2009Monday, December 21, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) This year saw an exciting expansion of scientific knowledge in support of the field of nutrition and dietary supplements to benefit human health. The more scientists learn about genes the more they realize that it is nutrients that make all the difference in terms of being healthy. This should not come as a surprise to anyone, since our bodies evolved in the context of using nutrients to aid survival. In the following sections I rank the top 10 nutrients of the year (don’t leave home without them). Childhood Germ Exposure Improves Future HealthSunday, December 20, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) We are entering one of those phases in scientific history when old beliefs and paradigms crumble. The evidence of a cataclysmic shift is everywhere. One case in point is a new study showing that exposure to infectious germs as a child conditions the immune system to be more fit, resulting in less later life inflammation (much lower CRP) and therefore a significantly less risk for cardiovascular disease (not to mention a host of other inflammation-driven aging-related health issues). Of course, such a finding drives the germ-paranoid public health system wacky – as the fading paradigm of Western medicine is based on stamping out germs at all costs. Dramatic Increase in Nearsighted AmericansSaturday, December 19, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It is typically thought that nearsightedness is primarily genetic. However, that can’t be the case based on data coming from the National Eye Institute at the National Institutes of Health. Their research shows that over the last 30 years the number of nearsighted Americans has increased from 25% to 41% of the population. Coffee Reduces the Risk for Diabetes and Prostate CancerFriday, December 18, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Several new studies support the idea that coffee may be quite good for your health – even in higher amounts. In one study it was shown that those consuming 3-4 cups of coffee per day had a 25% risk reduction for type two diabetes. In another study it was shown that the highest coffee drinkers had a 60% less chance of developing aggressive prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer Treatment Causes Heart Disease and DiabetesThursday, December 17, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) One common treatment for prostate cancer is to use hormone-disrupting drugs to the point of chemical castration (depressing testosterone production to nothing). Another approach is actual castration. According to a new study, either procedure causes significant risk for heart disease, and chemical castration with a GnRH agonist also causes diabetes. Antidepressants Linked to a 67% Increased Risk of DeathWednesday, December 16, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers followed 136,000 postmenopausal women taking part in the Women’s Health Initiative and found that those who started taking antidepressants during the study had a 67% increased risk of death from any cause during the 6 year follow-up period of the study. They also had double the risk for a hemorrhagic stroke or a fatal stroke. Sally Field – The Boniva Drug PimpTuesday, December 15, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It is particularly nauseating to turn on the TV and watch Sally Field engage in blatant fraud while gullible consumers across the U.S. drive up the sales of Boniva (up 25% last year to 625 million dollars). Of course, the FDA and FTC are nowhere to be found when real fraud is going on; they only like attacking little dietary supplement companies that don’t have the resources to fight back. Surprisingly High Cancer Risk from CT ScansTuesday, December 15, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Isn’t it nice to know that the medical profession caused 29,000 future cases of cancer in 2007 from the CT scans it performed on patients (a great tool for future business). Think twice before falling for a heart scan ad you hear on the radio; the risk for a woman getting cancer from it is 1 in 270. These are some of the remarkable numbers coming from two new studies published Monday in the Archives of Internal Medicine. New Insights on Overcoming Fear and AnxietyMonday, December 14, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The fear center in your subconscious brain is called the amygdala. New science shows that during fear/anxiety the number of GABA receptors on cells of the amygdale decline, thereby enabling fear to dominate in response to a stimuli. Conversely, when there is no fear there are more GABA receptors. A Lack of B-vitamins May Lead to Memory DeclineSunday, December 13, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) We have known for decades that the B vitamins, especially B12, folic acid, and B6, are absolutely essential for normal nerve transmission and combating stress. A new study shows that a lack of B vitamins causes an imbalanced malfunction of a key regulatory enzyme that induces your brain to make excessive amounts of plaque brain tangles – the hallmark of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s. Antioxidants Preserve MemorySaturday, December 12, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Your body uses antioxidants as a primary system of defense, including defending your nerves from wear and tear and consequent decline. Many antioxidants work synergistically to support the function of the primary cellular antioxidant, glutathione. A new study in adults age 50-74, without existing dementia, showed that a comprehensive blend of antioxidants taken for four months improved memory function. Another study showed that a key antioxidant, NAC, directly inhinited the formation of beta-amyloid plaque that is known to cause Alzheimer’s disease. Aerobic Fitness Makes Teens SmarterFriday, December 11, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A Swedish study evaluating the fitness and IQ of 1.2 million 18 year olds found that those who had better aerobic fitness between the ages of 15-18 had significantly higher IQ at age 18 – and were more likely to go on to be successful in terms of education and income. The study also evaluated twins and showed that IQ was far more associated with fitness than genes. Dietary Basics Help Build New Brain CellsThursday, December 10, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A diet high in polyphenols and polyunsaturated fatty acids is shown to help stimulate the production of new brain cells (brain stem cells) and reduce the deterioration of existing brain cells. The forty-day experimental diet with mice (equivalent of 5 years human time) enabled the researchers to analyze specific regions in the brain associated with stem cell formation. Build Your Brain – Learn Something NewWednesday, December 09, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz were quite surprised to see just how fast your brain can build new connections when stimulated to learn a new physical activity. Their research places considerable emphasis on the notion that you can help preserve your nervous system by learning new things. ADHD Linked to Early Life Instability & Sleep ProblemsTuesday, December 08, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new Canadian study analyzes the sleep habits from children age 1.5 to 5 years looking for an association between sleep problems and the development of ADHD. The study confirms something I have been pointing out for a number of years – that an unstable family sets the “stress thermostat” into a hyper-vigilant mode resulting in a lack of sleep, wired nerves, and future ADHD. Boys with early sleep problems were more likely to be ADHD by age 5. Common Phthalate Exposure Linked to ADHDTuesday, December 08, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Phthalates are commonly added to plastics to increase their flexibility and transparency. The are common in the average household and can readily leach into food. Virtually all Americans are exposed to phthalates as demonstrated by their presence in urine samples. A new human study shows that ADHD in school-age children is associated with the highest concentration or urinary metabolites of phthalates Are Low-Grade Infections a Major Cause of Heart Disease?Monday, December 07, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) British researchers have demonstrated a key gene signal involved with the formation of plaque in arteries as well as that plaque rupturing and causing a stroke. When the gene is turned on then inflammation, arterial damage, and plaque formation follow. When the gene is blocked, none of these problems happen. Unfortunately, the gene is part of your natural defense against infection. Men Need Moderate-to-Heavy Exercise for Stroke PreventionSunday, December 06, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study of 3,298 people showed that men who regularly participated in moderate-to-heavy exercise (jogging, tennis, swimming) had a 63 percent less chance of having a stroke. Lighter exercise such as walking or golfing did not confer such benefits. History of Constipation is a Risk for Parkinson’s DiseaseSaturday, December 05, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A history of constipation dating back 20 or more years, long before the onset of any symptoms, increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease by 248%. The research was carried out at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. It analyzed the detailed medical records of residents of Olmsted County. Depression Causes Accelerated Bone LossFriday, December 04, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A meta-analysis of individuals with depression shows that the greater the depression the more at risk the individual is for bone loss, especially in premenopausal women. Ironically, another study shows that taking SSRI antidepressants makes bone loss even worse. Furthermore, doctors have reported nervous system toxicity from the common bisphosphonate bone drugs, including hallucinations. This is an example of common health problems faced by many women wherein the medical approach to help them actually makes their health worse over time. Meal Timing Activates Fat-Burning GenesWednesday, December 02, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) I read with a smile a Nov 26 press release titled “When You Eat May Be Just as Vital to Your Health as What You Eat.” This is a primary message of the Leptin Diet and a point I have been making since writing Mastering Leptin in 2002. It is nice to see a never-ending stream of science supporting the principles I outlined 7 years ago. Linking Appetite and Parkinson’sWednesday, December 02, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Your stomach may be more powerful than you think. Its appetite hormone, ghrelin, has now been found to protect the dopamine nerves in your brain, a finding that is relevant to any person at risk for Parkinson’s. Common Herbicide Found Toxic to Human MetabolismWednesday, December 02, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) After 60 years of worldwide use we now come to learn that the most widely used herbicide in the world is toxic to human metabolism. The herbicide, 2,4-D (2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid) is used for broadleaf weed control on crops such as cereal grains, corn, and lawn products. Over 1500 herbicide products use 2,4-D as an active ingredient. It is now implicated as a contributing factor for obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Thyroid Has Company; Insulin Now Found to Impact TemperatureTuesday, December 01, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new discovery shows that insulin may be an important regulator of body temperature, something to consider for any person that is too cold or struggling with thyroid issues. Fish Oil Cuts Risk for Age-related Macular DegenerationSunday, November 29, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The essential fatty acids of fish oil (such as DHA) have been shown to reduce the incidence of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by 30% over a 12-year study period involving 1837 people. The authors suggest that their study supports “the development of low-cost and easily implemented preventive interventions for progression to advanced AMD.” DIM Prevents Breast Cancer from Spreading to LungsSunday, November 29, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) DIM (diindolylmethane) is a derivative of I3C (indole-3-carbinol) which naturally come from cruciferous vegetables and are available in concentrated forms in dietary supplements. A new animal study shows that DIM can profoundly inhibit the spreading of breast cancer cells to the lungs. The researchers concluded “These results indicate that DIM has potential as an antimetastatic agent for the treatment of breast cancer.” Low-Fat Diets Do Not Facilitate Weight LossSaturday, November 28, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A European study analyzed dietary fat intake and weight gain in 89,432 men and women. It found that the percentage of dietary fat had no statistical impact on body weight, leading the researchers to conclude “These findings do not support the use of low-fat diets to prevent weight gain.” Children Taking Multi-Vitamins Have Less AllergyFriday, November 27, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Swedish researchers were trying to prove that taking multivitamins as a child would cause more allergy. Instead, they showed that children taking multivitamins regularly from age 4 or earlier have significantly less allergy by age 8. Magnesium Deficiency Sets the Stage for Plaque in the ArteriesThursday, November 26, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new animal study shows that low levels of magnesium promotes plaque formation in the arteries. During the study period magnesium deficient animals developed significantly more plaque in their aortas. Low Magnesium Impairs Fetal Growth & Promotes Insulin ResistanceWednesday, November 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Mothers low in magnesium are more likely to have a smaller baby, along with low levels of adiponectin that set the stage for future insulin resistance and risk for eventually developing type II diabetes. Magnesium & Fiber Reduce Diabetes RiskWednesday, November 25, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A Hawaiian study followed 75,512 men and women for 8 years tracking their fiber intake, magnesium intake, and the glycemic load of their diets to see who developed diabetes. Magnesium – The Anti-Inflammatory MineralTuesday, November 24, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study of 3,713 postmenopausal women shows that magnesium is a powerful anti-inflammatory nutrient. Each 100 mg of magnesium per day was associated with a significant reduction in various inflammatory markers. Selenium and Iodine are Needed to Protect Your Thyroid GlandSunday, November 22, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A lack of selenium or iodine exposes your thyroid to unnecessary damage from chemicals, according to a new study testing the adverse effects of a common mosquito insecticide. Guggulsterones for Weight ManagementSunday, November 22, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Guggulsterones are the active component of the Aryuvedic herb Commiphora mukul, also known as gugulipids. Several new studies suggest that guggulsterones are helpful for weight loss. Ashwaganda Lowers Anxiety & Protects NervesSaturday, November 21, 2009 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Ashwaganda is a popular Aryuvedic herb with traditional uses for anxiety, nervousness, depression and insomnia, Several new studies help to prove the effectiveness of the traditional use of ashwaganda in support of your nervous system’s health.
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