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Newsletter
Jan / Feb 2008 Issue:

Effort to Lower A1C
Levels with Drugs
Increases Death Rate
Tragic outcome of
canceled ACCORD
diabetes drug trial

Asthma Symptoms
Linked to Elevated
Allergen Levels
A new survey reveals
that elevated allergin
levels in home linked
to asthma symptoms
.

Avandia Shown to
Interfered with new
Bone Formation
Drug linked with
accelerated bone loss
and osteoporosis.

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Spring 2008
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Advanced Heart Formula Protects Against Myocardial Damage, Ischemia
CardioPhase is a Chinese medicinal formula based on traditional theories about restoration and improvement of heart function. Developed over a ten-year period by a team of leading medical researchers at China’s National Institute of Science, CardioPhase has been shown to alleviate myocardial damage induced by anoxia (lack of oxygen) and ischemia (lack of blood flow) to heart tissues. >> read <<

Advanced Support for Healthy Circulation and Enhanced Mirocapillary Performance
Mr. Lee walked in to Dr. Dexin Yan’s office feeling out of options. At 45 years old he was experiencing memory loss, muddled thinking, high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, dizziness, chest pains, buzzing in his ears, numbness in his arms and legs, and purple lips. Five years of prescription drugs had only made his problems worse. Dr. Yan specialized in treating blood and circulatory disorders and was gaining a reputation for his success with difficult cases like Mr. Lee’s.

While Western medicine is primarily concerned with understanding and treating diseases, the primary goal of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is to maintain good health and promote longevity. Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes that human aging is marked by a tendency towards increased blood disorders and impaired circulation, and the key to the proper functioning of bodily organs is achieved by optimizing the performance of the microcirculatory, or capillary system. >> read <<


Herbal Support for Speedy Recovery After Stroke, Heart Attack and Surgery
Herbal Boost™ Recovery Formula from noted herbal expert, Dr. Dexin Yan, was designed by to support recovery from chronic illness, protracted debility and physical trauma (i.e., stroke, heart attack). Based on its ability to recondition circulation, speed healing and support rapid recovery Herbal Boost has been approved for use in Chinese hospitals as a front-line treatment for patients recovering from stroke, heart attack and major surgery. Herbal Boost has also been shown to speed recovery from sports injuries and chronic, non-healing illnesses involving fatigue, depression, headaches and physical pain. >> read <<

Reversing Insulin Resistance to Reduce Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome

The New York Times recently reported that 800,000 New Yorkers—more than one adult in every eight—have diabetes. New York health authorities now admit that “diabetes is a bona fide epidemic” and, in fact, the only major disease that is growing, both in the number of new cases and the number of people it kills, even as other maladies like heart disease and cancers are stable or in decline.

Unfortunately, the crisis in New York City is matched by the unchecked epidemic of diabetes currently sweeping the United States. The situation is so dire that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now predict that one third of all children born in the US will become diabetic in their lifetime. For Latinos the forecast is even bleaker: one child in every two). >> read <<


ImmunoPhase: Advanced Herbal Formula for Relief from Colds and Flu
ImmunoPhase has been shown to be highly effective at preventing illness when taken at the first signs of an impending cold or flu. And if taken after one has already caught a cold or flu, ImmunoPhase has been shown to relieve symptoms and enhancing the immune system for a more rapid recovery. >> read <<

FemmePhase: Nutritional Support for Peri-and Postmenopausal Symptoms
In a study carried out at the Shanghai Center for Modern Traditional Chinese Medicine Technology, 50 women with menopausal syndrome were treated with FemmePhase. Their ages ranged from: 44 - 60 years. Their symptoms included various levels of anxiety, emotional instability, headache and dizziness, tinnitus and blockage of hearing, oppressive sensations of the chest, palpitations, restlessness, anger, hot flashes, spontaneous sweating, aching of the legs and low back, uncontrollable crying, and depression.

After taking FemmePhase (shortest administration period, 1 month; longest, 3 months), 30 patients experienced complete relief of symptoms, 13 experienced marked improvement, and three some improvement. Of the patients with complete relief of symptoms, none of the symptoms had returned six months after discontinuation of treatment. >> read <<


AllerPhase: Nutritional Relief for Seasonal and Perennial Allergies
All-natural AllerPhase™ is a highly effective herbal formula that provides safe and immediate relief from seasonal and perennial allergy miseries caused by pollens, house dust, molds, pet dander, foods and chemicals pollutants. AllerPhase also generates long-lasting support to resolve many of the imbalances that trigger allergic reactions in the first place. >> read <<

OcuPhase: Soothing, Lubricating Eye Drops with NAC (N-acetylcarnosine)
OcuPhase eyedrops are a major breakthrough in the prevention of senile cataract. OcuPhase eyedrops help the aging eye recover by improving clarity, glare sensitivity, color perception and overall vision. OcuPhase eyedrops contain N-acetyl L-carnosine, a time-release version of L-carnosine that protects the lipid tissues of the eye from light damage. >> read <<

OsteoPhase: Herbal Formula for Osteoporosis and Calcium Dysregulation
OsteoPhase is the first modern nutritional formula to safely and reliably aid in rebuilding skeletal bone and resolving calcium overload. Preliminary clinical findings indicate that OsteoPhase regulates calcium to benefit conditions such as osteoporosis, hyperglycemia and other calcium-related disorders. In safety evaluation trials OsteoPhase was found to dramatically restore bone mass density — in some cases to levels consistent with those of a healthy 30-year old female. >> read <<

PriaPlex™ (Tango®): Nutritional Support for Increased Sexual Desire and Physical Intimacy
Tango (PriaPlex™) is a unique herbal formula rapidly gaining a reputation in Europe and the US for its unrivaled ability to safely restore sexual health in men and women. In addition to increasing sexual desire, performance and intimacy, Tango aids in normalizing blood pressure and improving immune function. >> read <<

Do Your Antioxidants Suppress Enough Free Radicals?
From the cover article of the Feb. issue of Life Extension magazine, with new research on the health benefits of sesame lignans reveals their remarkable ability to "amplify" the antioxidant effects of vitamin E - particularly the important gamma tocopherol fraction. >> read <<

R-Dihydro-Lipoic Acid
New research suggests that R-dihydro-lipoic acid, the optimal form of lipoic acid, can aid in preventing mitochondrial decay, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, atherosclerosis, and numerous other disorders associated with aging. >> read <<

New Supplement Safely
Lowers Cholesterol Levels

Even after writing extensively on the cholesterol lowering benefits of Red Yeast Rice Extract, I was very impressed with Sytrinol, a new, all-natural supplement that dramatically lowers cholesterol, LDL and triglyceride levels without the dangeroud side effects of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs.
>> read <<

Galantamine: Preserving Memory
and Cognitive Function

Galantamine is a natural compound that supports cognitive function and memory. Galantamine, derived from the common snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis), first attracted attention when it was discovered it amplifies the effects of acetylcholine… >> read <<

Modified Citrus Pectin:
Inhibiting Cancer Cell Growth and Metastases
Recently a modified form of citrus pectin has been shown to attach to cancer cells to prevent them from spreading, and may be a potential approach for preventing or reducing cancer metastases… >> read <<

 

 

 

Recent Articles

Advanced Arthritis Support: Herbal formula counters inflammation and pain, reduces swelling and stiffness, and restores cartilage integrity.

Clinical Update: Immune Defense for Colds and Flu: Mitch Fleisher, MD, reveals "3 Phases" program for staying healthy and surviving the cold and flu season.

Clinical Update: Patient improvements: How Vital Cell enhances cellular metabolism and promotes longevity.

Calcium Dysregulation and Osteoporosis, Part 2: Restoring calcium (homeostasis); Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis; Avascular necrosis of the hip.

Calcium Dysregulation and Osteoporosis, Part 3: Understanding DEXA Bone Scores; T-scores and Z-scores; Health benefits of OsteoPhase; Calcium supplements.

Bone-Building Synergy: Combining bone-knitting and cellular energy herbs to support tissue healing and bone growth.

Diabetes Drug Linked to Increased Risks of Cardiovascular Death: New study especially alarming, since two-thirds of people with Type 2 diabetes die of heart problems.

Archived Articles
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5-HTP vs Prozac: Coping with Brain Serotonin Deficiency

Advanced Protection Against Myocardial Damage, Ischemia: Cardiovascular Support Formula Developed by Chinese Academy of Science

Allergies and Asthma: Nutritional Support for Relief from Seasonal and Perennial Allergies

Arrhythmia: Natural Alternatives for Healthy Heart Beat

Ascorbic Acid: How Vitamin C Fights Colds and Heart Disease

Antibiotic Resistant 'Super Bugs': Immune Enhancement with Nutritional Supplements

Autism: Saving Eli - A Family's Struggle with Autism

Autism: Carnosine May Improve Language and Behavior in Children

Beta 1-3D Glucan: Safely Enhancing Immune Function

Bitter Orange: Beyond Ephedra with Citrus Aurantium

Brain Support: Memory Enhancement and Cognitive Function

Brain Survival: Nutritional Protocols to Protect and Extend Mental Function

Butterbur: New Herb Helps Reduce Migraine Attacks

Butterbur: As Effective as Zyrtec in Controlling Allergies

Calcium AEP: Membrane Integrity Factor in MS, Asthma and Osteoporosis

Candida Yeast, Part I: Recognizing Symptoms of Yeast Overgrowth

Candida Yeast, Part II: Freeing the Body of Candida and Preventing Recurrence

CardioRhythm: Preventing Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Cataracts: Dissolving Cataracts Safely with Soothing NAC (N-acetylcarnosine) Eye Drops

Cardiovascular Disease: The Vit. C, Collagen Connection

Colds and Flu: Advanced Nutritional Support

Colds and Flu: Breakthrough Herbal Formula for Nutritional Support for Relief from Colds and Flu

Diabetic Retinopathy: Preventing Macular Degeneration and Related Disorders

Flax Seed: A Review of Benefits of Flax Seed

Food Pyramid: A Review of Proposed Improvements

Galantamine: Preserve Memory and Cognitive Function

Gastric Cancer: Research Implicates H. Pylori Infection

Heartburn: Not Always Caused by Excess Acid

Huperzine: Club Moss Extract Shows Promise for Alzheimer's, Memory

Hypertension: Benefits of Cartilage and Cordyceps

Ipriflavone: Research-Proven Bone Builder

Kreb's Cycle: Nutrients Help Maximize Body's Performance

Lactobacillus LGG: Breakthrough Probiotic for Gastrointestinal Support

Libido: Enhancing Sexual Performance with Phytonutrients

Lipoic Acid: The 'Do Everything' Antioxidant

Lipoic Acid [R]: R-Form of Mitochondrial Antioxidant Acid Fights Premature Aging

Lithium Orotate: Safe Mineral with Multiple Uses

MCTs: Beneficial Effects for Energy, Weight Loss, Atherosclerosis and Aging

Menopause: Natural Herbal Support for Peri- and Postmenopausal Symptoms

Modified Citrus Pectin: Inhibiting Cancer Cell Growth and Metastases

Negative Ions: Positive Health Benefits

Osteoporosis: Treating Osteoporosis by Restoring Calcium Imbalance

Pheromone Revolution: Beneficial Effects of Sexual Attractants on Sex, Confidence and Health

Potassium Iodate: Inexpensive Protection from Radiation and "Dirty Bombs"

Proteolytic Enzymes: Unique Enzymes Control Inflammation

Red Yeast Rice Extract: Natural Supplement Lowers Cholesterol

Resveratrol: Turning on "Longevity Genes" to Mimic Caloric Restriction

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Peony Extract Relieves Symptoms

Rosemary: Modern Remedy From Ancient Lore

SARS: (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome)

Statins - Part I: Protection Against Heart Attack, Stroke and Alzheimer's

Statins - Part II: Increasing Bone Mass and Reducing Fractures in Elderly

Skin Cancer: Growing Role for Supplements in Prevention

Stroke, Heart Attack and Surgery: Herbal formula supports recovery from chronic illness, protracted debility and physical trauma

Sytrinol: Safely lower cholesterol, LDL, and triglyceride levels

Thymic Function: Immune Support and Life Extension

Triphala: Health Benefits of Ancient Compound

Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Reversing insulin resistance to control weight and reduce risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Viagra: Performance, Side Effects and Safe Alternatives

World on Alert for H5N1: Health authorities and governments prepare for potential influenza pandemic


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