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Co-Enzyme Q10, Statins, Muscle Pain, and the Heart
submitted by: admin on 09/19/2013
Statins block both cholesterol and co-enzyme Q10 production. We need co-Q10 to make energy and when levels are low it can lead to congestive heart failure. It can also lead to muscle pains, the release of myoglobin and renal insufficiency.
Cholesterol Fractions: What Do They Mean?
submitted by: admin on 09/19/2013
Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and their interrelationships and differences are discussed so that a fundamental understanding of what cholesterol is and what the ratios of the various subcategories means. High total cholesterol is not necessarily a dangerous thing...it is the ratio of total cholesterol to HDL that is the most predictive factor. The value and dangers...
Cholesterol and Statins
submitted by: admin on 09/19/2013
Dr. Len and Nurse Vicki review cholesterol metabolism and point out why it is critical to have in our bodies. Statins interfere with the synthesis of both cholesterol and co-enzyme Q10 and have a wide range of serious side effects that are reviewed.
Cholesterol and Inflammation
submitted by: admin on 09/19/2013
Understanding what cholesterol and its fractions mean is reviewed. How cholesterol is related to plaque formation is reviewed. The importance of cholesterol in making vitamin D, hormones, and health cell membranes is highlighted. When cholesterol crystalizes it expands in volume by 50% and helps explain why plaques rupture and lead to clotted blood vessels. Further,...
Blood Pressure Pills
submitted by: admin on 09/19/2013
The goal of Big Pharma is to sell drugs, whether safe or not. It is always advertising new on-patent drugs because they have the greatest potential for profit. The most effective drug for blood pressure control has been around for 50 years, is off-patent, is about $10 per month; it is called hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). Even HCTZ causes problems that include elevated...
Benefits of Cholesterol
submitted by: admin on 09/19/2013
Without cholesterol we could not survive. Low levels are dangerous and too often we overdo statin usage. What we need to know about cholesterol to make intelligent decisions about how to manage it are discussed. Inflammation is considered.
Assessing Arteriosclerosis
submitted by: admin on 09/18/2013
Risk factors for heart disease should be assessed depending on each person's family history and lifestyle. The tests used also vary with each individual's particular situation. This disease is generally preventable.
Cholesterol (Audio)
submitted by: admin on 09/13/2013
You cannot live without cholesterol because it is important for healthy cell membranes, making vitamin D, and many hormones we need. The ratio of total cholesterol to HDL must be considered. Statins are blatantly overused today and the power and value of lifestyle is underappreciated.
The Cholesterol Myth with Lani Simpson, DC
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
When should cholesterol be treated? Cholesterol is essential for life. We must have it to make vitamin D, most hormones, cell membranes and coenzyme Q10. The fractions of cholesterol are important in predicting arteriosclerosis.
Prescriptions for Health Radio Show: June 8, 2011
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Len and Vicki discuss the following topics:
Breast Thermography
The FDA and Breast Cancer Screening
Aspirin: Does it prevent a Heart Attack and Stoke in a healthy person with no history of cardiovascular problems?
Are there safer alternatives to aspirin?
Health Medicine
Scientists have discovered a new sticky ULTRA BAD Cholesterol
Who...
Fat: How Much Do We Need?
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
We need fats in our diet that include both saturated and unsaturated fats, especially essential fatty acids. We need cholesterol but don't need any trans fats. The reasoning behind the fat phobia in the US is reviewed.
Designs For Health: GLA 240 mg 60 softgels
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
GLA is the active ingredient found in the oil of Borage Seeds. It is an Essential Fatty Acid in the Omega-6 category, but unlike the unhealthy Omega-6 oils such as vegetable oil, Borage Oil has tremendous health promoting effects. It is essential for smooth, healthy skin and female hormonal balance with conditions such as PMS and menopause. GLA has...
Diagnosing Hypothyroidism
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Do you feel tired, or are you a little overweight, maybe constipated or maybe your skin is a little too dry? Perhaps your hair is getting a little thin and brittle. Is your cholesterol up? You may not have thought of it, but you might possibly have low thyroid. One of the most common complaints patients have is that they are fatigued. For years doctors...
Introduction for Managing Heart Disease
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Arteriosclerotic heart disease is defined by reduced blood flow caused by cholesterol plaques, with or without blood clots, in one or more blood vessels of the heart. This situation can lead to insufficient nutrient delivery to the downstream tissues that can cause these very important complications.
Congestive heart failure...
What is Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease?
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Arteriosclerotic heart disease is defined by reduced blood flow caused by cholesterol plaques, with or without blood clots, in one or more blood vessels of the heart. This situation can lead to insufficient nutrient delivery to the downstream tissues that can cause three very important complications.
Congestive heart failure develops if there is...
Designs For Health: Annatto Tocotrienolsâ„¢ 60 vegetarian capsules
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Most tocotrienol products are derived from palm oil or rice bran oil. Tocotrienol and tocopherol concentrates, referred to as tocotrienol-rich fractions or TRFs, from rice or palm typically contain 25% to 50% tocopherols.
The most effective concentrates shown to lower plasma cholesterol and oxidative indicators in numerous human studies...
Stroke is Becoming More Common in Younger People
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
According to an article published in the October issues of the journal, Neurology, stroke is affecting people at a younger age. In 1995 13% of all strokes occurred in people between 20 and 50 years old. That number rose to 19% in 2005.
The reason for this increase in incidence in younger people is that we're seeing conditions such as type 2...
Designs For Health: Carnitine Synergy 120 vegetarian capsules
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Without Carnitine fats cannot be burned for energy. Without energy, cells become weak or die. Because of this optimizing Carnitine levels has been found to have dramatic benefits for low energy, obesity, and fatigue. Controlled trials have demonstrated that Carnitine increases weight loss by promoting optimal fat burning by the mitochondria. Carnitine...
MDs Fail to Order Screening Tests
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
In an article published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine in 2012 it was determined that MDs are not ordering preventive screening tests very often. Perhaps they don't have sufficient incentive, but they certainly don't have much time in today's HMO medicine. Even though they receive automated reminders, only a few tests, such as colonoscopy,...
Designs For Health: Vitamin D Synergy 120 vegetarian capsules
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Research is pointing to more and more people suffering the consequences of vitamin D deficiency including susceptibility to serious illnesses like MS (Multiple Sclerosis).
Vitamin D Synergy contains 2,000 IU of vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol and 200 mcg of vitamin K as Phytonadione (included to prevent calcification of the arteries).
Why...
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