Squalene Articles:

Skin Integrity is Vital to Natural Immune Defense

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).

Read More:  DHA, glutocorticoids, healthy structure, Hyaluronic Acid, Immune Plus, Repair Plus, skin integrity, Skin Rejuvenator™, Squalene, Super Immune Booster™

Is Itching a Risk Factor for Cancer?

There are many reasons for itching. Something is irritating your skin. It could be something you came in contact with or some waste product or toxin trying to work its way out of your body. There could be an infection in the skin. Many people itch when they get too stressed out or worn down. In response to such skin stressors your mast cells may release histamine (an irritant chemical), that magnifies the itching response. Maybe your immune system has gotten riled up, and IgE antibodies are locking in some sort of inflammatory skin problem that itches. Researchers have now identified an itch-specific gene signal in your spinal cord, and without it you don’t feel itching regardless of the irritant. Interestingly, too much of this gene signal is involved with cancer.

Read More:  itching, Leptin Control Pack®, Leptinal®, LeptiSlim®, pancreas, Quercetin, Squalene

Top 10 Health Stories of 2009

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.

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Cold Weather Mood Shock: Avoid the Winter Blues

The combination of a lack of sun and cold weather invariably strains your mood as well as your metabolism. It is an energy-depleting form of stress, similar to having a daily argument with someone. If your energy systems are already low or your plate is full with things to do, the addition of this weather stress can be significant.

Read More:  Daily Bone Xcel™, DHA, Leptinal®, Melatonin, metabolism, mood, Squalene, Vitamin D

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Reduces Inflammation in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and has long been associated with the reduce risk for heart disease in cultures consuming it. A new study analyzes detailed gene responses in patients with the metabolic syndrome (overweight, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, high blood pressure, low HDL). They demonstrated that extra virgin olive oil significantly reduces the expression of inflammatory genes, whereas refined olive oil has no benefit.

Read More:  Daily Energy Multiple Vitamin™, extra virgin olive oil, metabolic syndrome, NF-kappaB, phenol, Squalene

Olive Leaf Extract Offsets Stress of High Calorie Intake

It is ironic that food, which is so vital to survival, when consumed in excess is literally poison to your metabolism. Excess consumption of fat and carbohydrates rapidly leads to cardiovascular malfunction, liver malfunction, and numerous metabolic changes associated with easy weight gain and disease risk. A new animal study shows that the powerful antioxidant in olive leaf extract known as oleuropein is protective against the onset of many of these health issues.

Read More:  high calorie intake, metabolic fitness, olive leaf extract, Oregano Oil, Saw Palmetto, Squalene, Super Immune Booster™