October 7, 2015 In research published just this week, it was found that, “There is compelling evidence that drinking too many sugar-sweetened beverages, which contain added sugars in the form of high fructose corn syrup or table sugar (sucrose), can lead to excess weight gain and a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes and…
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This article highlights a perfect example of chemicals that we are exposed to on a day to day basis adversely affecting our health. Environmental chemicals (pesticides) have the ability to interfere with with certain metabolic pathways of detoxification that then can lead to an increase of the body’s accumulation of said chemicals. This accumulation eventually leads…
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Over the years, I have discussed the use of statin drugs. Without a doubt, I believe we have “statin” mind set in this country. There is an existing notion that statins are just for everyone, young and elderly, regardless of preexisting CAD, PVD, etc. Despite a lack of clear recommendation for statin use in the elderly, for…
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In a recent study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, issues surrounding osteoporosis were targeted. Essentially the preconceived notion is that “Current prevention strategies for low-trauma fractures amongst older persons depend on the notions that fractures are mainly caused by osteoporosis (pathophysiology), that patients at high risk can be identified (screening) and that the…
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In a recent study, animal models showed a direct link to poor or no commensurate intestinal bacteria, thus exacerbating behavioral responses via dopamine brain receptors. What does this mean? Poor or no bacteria in our gut can intensify anxiety and can interfere with the stress response. In fact the study states that, “Probiotics attenuate anxiety and depressive-like…
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We have talked about the importance of vitamin D for awhile, but more and more research is coming out regarding a link to vitamin D and neurological disorders. In a recent study, a vitamin D deficiency was linked to an increase chance of Alzheimer’s and dementia. The results of the study proved that people with…
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Joe has discussed for years that a diet laden with sugar, high glycemic index foods, low fiber and a lifestyle that is sedentary, with a lack of adequate blood flow to the brain could be a contributor to the development of late-onset Alzheimer’s Disease. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9720971
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This one of many sources linking heavy metal burden to the body and their uncanny ability to damage cardiovascular beds. Unfortunately, science still considers elevated lipids to be the one and only source of plaque formation. In reality, there are many factors contributing to the damage. Heavy metals, such as aluminum and mercury, stand at…
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July 29, 2015 Probiotic Essentials: Factors of stability By nature of these cultures, the choices of strains and carriers, manufacturing procedures, handling of materials and storage are all critical to the viability of the end product. Joe DiMatteo starts by using culture strains that have the most recognized history of beneficial use – Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium.…
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