A New Obesity Path to Heart DiseaseTuesday, December 11, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It has been known for a while that dental bacterial infections and gum disease are linked to an increase in heart disease. Researchers have now shown that obesity suppresses the anti-bacterial defense system leading to bacterial infections in the mouth. This is the first study of this type to show this correlation. Folic Acid and DHA for Cognitive Function and Alzheimer’sTuesday, December 11, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research is explaining the importance of folic acid and DHA for improved cognitive function and prevention of neuro-degeneration. Folic acid is found to lower the brain and cardiovascular irritant, homocysteine. It directly improves brain function and helps to raise the levels of DHA in the blood. DHA is known to help generate new nerve growth, improve nerve transmission and connectivity, enhance nerve-related memory factors, and reduce brain inflammation. Fitness More Important than Obesity for Survival in ElderlyTuesday, December 11, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) An interesting new study in older Americans shows very clearly that those who are the most fit live the longest. Fit fatter people live longer than thin unfit people. Of course, those who are overweight have a tendency to become unfit – a bad combination. It is now also clear that those overweight early in life are more likely to get a variety of diseases. However, these new findings are quite encouraging to those who are consistently exercising in an effort to improve their health, yet may still be struggling with their weight. Spotlight Shines on Ineptitude of Medical Sinus TreatmentsMonday, December 10, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The Journal of the American Medical Association has just published a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study showing that the use of antibiotics and nasal steroids is ineffective at treating sinusitis. The Statin Scam Marches OnMonday, December 10, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Considering that tens of millions of Americans now take statins to lower cholesterol, the following headline was conspicuously absent from the major media this month: “Statins Found to Turn On Gene that Causes Muscle Damage.” It’s now a fact of science; a new study shows that taking statins destroys your muscle to a greater or lesser degree. And let’s not forget that the heart is a muscle. FDA Sleeps While Common Medications Poison the ElderlyThursday, December 06, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) On November 29, 2007 the FDA made a rather surprising, almost honest announcement. It said that it could not protect Americans from the dangers of drugs. A 56-page report by its Subcommittee on Science and Technology stated the FDA “suffers from serious scientific deficiencies and is not positioned to meet current or emerging regulatory responsibilities.” This blistering report on the life-threatening shortcomings of the FDA was released with the stamp of approval of the head of the FDA, Commissioner Andrew von Eschenbach. The flagrant disregard for human health by the FDA... B Vitamin Deficient Parents More Likely to Produce Overweight ChildrenTuesday, December 04, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Proper health preparation prior to and during pregnancy has a profound affect on the future health of the child. The “fetal programming” that takes place is especially involved with energy regulation, formation of metabolic “hardware,” and the likelihood of obesity during childhood or even adulthood. Grape Seed Extracts – Powerful Protection for the Heart and SkinTuesday, December 04, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Grape seed extracts contain powerful antioxidants as well as a unique ability to attach to collagen structures, including those that comprise the heart, arteries, and general circulation. A variety of new studies are showing that these extracts are a powerful cardiovascular protector. Tocotrienols and Citrus Flavonoids Lower Cholesterol by 20-30%Tuesday, December 04, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study shows the power of natural substances to help promote healthy levels of cholesterol. A combination of tocotrienols and citrus-derived polymethoxylated flavones were tested on men and women with high cholesterol (total greater than 230). Common Diabetes Drug Causes Bone Loss – Medical Profession in a FunkTuesday, December 04, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The commonly used and much maligned diabetes drug, Avandia, just took another spill down the stairs. A new mouse study shows that the drug weakens bones and is likely to cause osteoporosis in the millions of users in the United States. The drug was shown to get directly in the way of healthy bone function, causing accelerated bone loss and slowed bone growth. CT Scans: A Source of Medically Induced CancerThursday, November 29, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Does it upset anybody to know that 1000 cases of cancer per year are needlessly caused in children by the very doctors who the children are seeing for help? An additional 4000 cases of cancer are caused in children each year under the pretense that taking a picture of the child’s internal body is medically necessary. The frequency of cancer in the adult population from CT scans is 10-20 times the number for children (10,000-20,000 needless cases of cancer plus an additional 40,000-80,000 “justified” cases of cancer). DHA Protects Against Parkinson’sTuesday, November 27, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A rather amazing mouse study has just shown that DHA, an important omega-3 essential fatty acid that is known to support healthy brain function, completely protected the brains of mice exposed to a known toxin that routinely produces Parkinson’s disease. Overweight Children and Teens at Risk for Weak BonesTuesday, November 27, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) It has long been thought that extra body weight, while a risk for many health problems, was not a risk for bone health. A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition is now raising concerns of abnormal bone formation due to obesity. High Dose Vitamin E is Safe for the HeartTuesday, November 20, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study tested 1200 IU of vitamin E per day for two years in patients with coronary artery disease. The study is significant because various forces promoting drugs have fraudulently concocted anti-vitamin E studies in an effort to get older people to take more drugs and to not take vitamin E. Of course, the Big Pharma-sponsored media did not report the pro-vitamin E study. Adequate Oxygenation Vital to Healthy MetabolismTuesday, November 20, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) New research is uncovering how hemoglobin behaves within a cell to deliver oxygen to the cell engines so that calories can be burned as fuel. Oxygen must be present within cells in order for metabolism to work at an optimal rate. Thyroid hormone is short-circuited at the cellular level if oxygen is not present. Obesity Drugs are ProblematicTuesday, November 20, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Obesity drugs are big business, pulling in 1.2 billion in sales last year. The British Medical Journal just published a review of the three main weight loss drugs and found that Orlistat increased rates of gastrointestinal side effects and slightly lowered concentrations of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol), Sibutramine lowered concentrations of HDL, raised blood pressure, and increased pulse rate, and Rimonabant increased the risk of depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Quercetin Reduces the Symptoms of AsthmaMonday, November 19, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Quercetin has long been used as a potent natural anti-allergen, as it helps to stabilize the histamine-containing mast cells. New research is showing that quercetin does this by modifying inflammatory signals at the gene level. Inflammatory signals such as TNFa, IL6, and NF kappaB were all reduced by quercetin. Problems such as asthma typically have elevations of these inflammatory markers. DHA for Mental Skills – the Evidence ContinuesWednesday, November 14, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) DHA is the preferred essential fatty acid for the structure of healthy brain cells. A variety of new research clearly shows that the higher the level of omega 3 oils like DHA in the diet and in the blood, the better the brain works. Pine Nut Oil – A Potent Appetite SuppressantWednesday, November 14, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The use of pine nuts and pine nut oil dates back to Greek and Roman times. They have a long history of modulating appetite and boosting energy. The oil contains a unique fatty acid called pinolenic acid, a cousin of the essential fatty acid known as GLA. Pine nut oil is the only known food with a high amount of this unique fatty acid. Death Rate from Prostate Cancer Much Higher in Overweight MenWednesday, November 14, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study confirms that men who are overweight or obese are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer. I reported back in 2002 in my book, Mastering Leptin, that leptin problems (overweight issues) are a main risk for developing prostate or breast cancer. The science was known back then. Obesity generates highly inflammatory signals that directly induce the cancer risk problem. The Gullible Jennifer Garner Flu Shot CampaignWednesday, November 14, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Flu shots remain a subject of intense controversy. Vaccinations of all types remain the centerpiece of the public health herd-mentality paradigm. Just wait until the Avian flu comes, then you will see public health at its finest. Yes, there will be police-state forced vaccinations with experimental vaccines and no right of recourse if you are injured. Thanks to our generally brain-dead Congress the laws are already on the books. FDA Fails Women on Birth Control SafetyWednesday, November 07, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A preliminary study shows that for every 10 years of birth control pills there is a 20 – 30 percent increase in peripheral artery small plaques. The study was presented at the yearly meeting of the American Heart Association, placing it in the national news spotlight. News stations have been carrying the story and the typical medical spokespeople are trying to allay the fears of millions of birth control pill users. There are two main issues here: the FDA “ineptitude issue” and the “what to do about it issue.” High Fat Diet Disturbs Body ClockWednesday, November 07, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers conducted a simple mouse experiment that showed eating a diet too high in fat causes a disruption of the 24-hour biological clock. While their experiment is simple, and their results not unexpected, the meaning of the results is profound. Skin Integrity is Vital to Natural Immune DefenseMonday, November 05, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The healthy structure of the skin is vital to maintaining the skin’s role as part of the immune system. New research showed that ongoing stress irritated the skin, as nerves are wired directly to the skin. This resulted in a decrease of the integrity of skin itself, an increase of immune-suppressing glucocorticoids in the skin, and a decrease of front line immune soldiers that are naturally part of the skin (antimicrobial peptides). Amazingly, FDA has Bayer Pull Trasylol from the MarketMonday, November 05, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Is the FDA really changing? Its hard to believe but the FDA finally acted in the best interests of consumers, shooting down a bio-tech drug that made Bayer millions and was at one time on the verge of becoming a blockbuster. I have openly criticized the FDA for some time on Trasylol, as it dragged its feet on this issue for almost two years. Doctors Over-prescribe Reflux Meds to Infants 80% of the TimeMonday, November 05, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The IQ of doctors needs to be measured. Are they really this stupid, or are they just puppets of Big Pharma? A new study has found that doctors are handing out acid suppressing medication to children far in excess of what they should be doing, threatening the digestive health of a child for a lifetime. Sure the child has digestive symptoms. Quite frankly, this 80% over-prescription finding most likely relates to numerous medications. Doctors today have almost no clue how to fix health issues besides robotically writing a prescription for a symptom-suppressing medication. Lack of Sleep Disturbs Leptin, Makes Children and Adults Gain WeightMonday, November 05, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) A new study by researchers at the University of Michigan shows that children who get less than 9.75 hours of sleep in the third grade are 40 percent more likely to be overweight in the sixth grade (whether they were already overweight or not in the third grade). It was found that the longer the kids slept, the less the chance for obesity. It is already known that adults lacking sleep (less then 7 hours) are at increased risk for weight gain. The researchers believe this problem is caused by disruption of healthy leptin function, as well as disruption of one of leptin’s companions, ghrelin (pronounced grel-an). Body Temperature and Thyroid ProblemsSaturday, November 03, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) When your thyroid hormone is working properly inside cells you will make 65% energy and 35% heat as you burn calories for fuel. Thyroid hormone is governing your basal metabolic rate, orchestrating the idling speed at which all cells make energy and thus heat. A classic symptom of poor thyroid function is being too cold. And conversely, a classic symptom of hyperthyroidism is being too hot (making too much heat). However, many people with slow thyroid are too hot, a seeming paradox that I will explain shortly. What is Thyroid-Related Fatigue?Friday, November 02, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Energy is the backbone of life. All systems in your body need energy to function properly. How you produce and distribute energy is complex; thyroid hormone function has a major impact on all of your energy systems. However, not all fatigue or tiredness is due to thyroid malfunction. How do you tell the difference? The FDA Remains Broken, Trasylol, a Case In PointMonday, October 29, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Trasylol is a drug that promotes clotting and is given during heart by pass surgery. It is one of the new and expensive biotech drugs of Bayer. Patients generally don’t know they are getting it, and it significantly increases kidney failure and the likelihood they will die at a significantly increased rate in the next few years following surgery. You can imagine that giving a clotting drug to patients with clogged arteries may have some problems. There are other options that are inexpensive and don’t carry the risks. Down Syndrome Linked to Leptin ResistanceMonday, October 29, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Researchers have uncovered a clear correlation between Down Syndrome and leptin resistance. Earlier research has linked Autism and its spectrum of disorders with leptin resistance. While leptin problems are typically considered for their role in obesity, it is important to remember that leptin in the brain is a primary antioxidant that prevents excitotoxic nerve damage. I explain this in my book, Mastering Leptin. Obesity, Fatty Liver, and Nutrient DeficiencyMonday, October 29, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The accumulation of fat in the liver is a significant health problem that clogs liver function, setting the stage for diabetes and other issues. It is typically occurring in direct relationship to one’s expanding waistline. Researchers just showed that stimulating the metabolism of fat significantly helped mice clear up this problem. Female Athletes at Risk for Bone LossMonday, October 29, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Another study confirms that female athletes involved in significant aerobic exercise, such as running and swimming, have lower bone density. While the researchers seem puzzled by their findings, this is not hard to understand. Homocysteine Linked to Vision LossMonday, October 29, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Homocysteine is already known to damage cholesterol, plaque arteries, increase heart disease risk, and lead to cognitive decline. Add to this list loss of vision and retinal damage. Melatonin Shines – Especially in the WinterTuesday, October 23, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland of the brain, helping to synchronize the timing of body functions and is especially important for restful sleep. Melatonin is also a powerful antioxidant. It is one of the best remedies for poor mood that is associated with shorter and colder days. Melatonin levels begin to decline at age 30 and the decline in melatonin is linked by many studies to the increase in age-related deterioration. Oprah Raises Awareness on Thyroid Issue; Controversy and Confusion FollowTuesday, October 23, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Oprah has done an immense favor to millions of American women by helping them understand that a malfunctioning thyroid gland may indeed be part of their weight and health problems. After writing openly about her thyroid problem in the October 2007 Oprah Magazine, she then went into the nature of thyroid problems on her TV show. Cancer Industry Lobbies for Profits that KillTuesday, October 23, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Billions of dollars of profit are at stake. The new generation of biotech drugs is upon us. Will they help or will they kill? The answer, it appears, depends on the dose. More importantly, the answer depends on the moral integrity of oncologists that treat their patients. What should society do with doctors that put money in their pockets as a priority over the lives of their patients? The FDA is Marching; Health Freedom Leaders Adopt ResolutionsTuesday, October 16, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) The United States Health Freedom Assembly met October 12 – 14, 2007 at the William Mitchell College of Law in Saint Paul, MN, a gathering of many of the top state, federal, and international health freedom advocates, organizations, and industry. The meeting took on a tone of extreme importance as the FDA has issued policy and obtained broad new regulatory authority over health freedom in the past 12 months. The FDA is seeking to undermine the law known as DSHEA (Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994), the cornerstone of health freedom in America. Emboldened by its new powers the FDA is now poised to trample the first amendment rights of companies and Americans who seek to explain or understand how nutrition can support health. The FDA campaign has begun. Quercetin Reduces the Risk of Pancreatic CancerTuesday, October 16, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Research published in the American Journal of Epidemiology shows that quercetin intake directly lowers the risk of pancreatic cancer. Quercetin is a unique bioflavanoid that is available as a dietary supplement and is high in onions and apples. Washington Post Calls the FDA’s New Reagan-Udall Center Rife With RisksMonday, October 15, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN) Since mid summer I was the primary drum beat warning of the grave consequences to health freedom and health in general about turning the FDA into a pseudo drug company by giving it control over the licensing, patenting, and profits of the very drugs it is supposed to be regulating. Congressional birdbrains failed to even debate the most sweeping change of the FDA in a hundred years!
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