Antioxidants are substances that may prevent potentially disease-producing cell damage that can result from natural bodily processes and from exposure to certain chemicals.
Global Medical Cures™ | ANTIOXIDANTS- Get the Facts!
DISCLAIMER-
Global Medical Cures™ does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or recommendations. Only your healthcare provider/physician can offer you information and recommendations for you to decide about your healthcare choices.
This document summarizes a presentation on providing therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) for patients. It discusses how TLCs are recommended by national health organizations for treating various conditions. It then outlines a 5 step system used at a chiropractic clinic to implement TLCs, including assessing patients, advising on lifestyle changes, setting goals, providing assistance and arranging follow up. Case studies show TLCs effectively improved patients' health risks, biomarkers and lifestyle factors within 12 weeks.
This document contains quality metrics for CommWell Health and national averages across several health measures. It includes percentages of patients who received screenings and treatments for issues like BMI, depression, colorectal cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, childhood immunizations, tobacco use, and adult BMI. CommWell Health met or exceeded national averages on most measures in January 2019.
ESPEN provides expert guidance on nutritional management for individuals with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Key recommendations include screening patients for malnutrition risk and optimizing nutritional status. Supplementation with vitamins and minerals is advised, along with encouraging regular physical activity. Oral nutrition supplements should be used if dietary intake is insufficient, and enteral nutrition is preferred over parenteral nutrition for patients who cannot meet needs orally. Nutritional support is also advised for ICU patients, whether intubated or not, to help support recovery and prevent complications like muscle loss. A comprehensive, individualized approach combining nutrition and medical care can help improve outcomes for COVID patients.
Strategies to improve adherence to antihypertensive medicationmagdy elmasry
Challenges in hypertension treatment.What is the definition of medication non-adherence?Who is at risk? How should
patients at risk be screened and identified?What are the negative impacts of non-adherence?What is the
practical approach for improving adherence? The ABC taxonomy for medication adherence
Adherence :3 quantifiable components: initiation , implementation , and discontinuationThe five dimensions
of non-adherence
.
This document introduces the concept of lifestyle medicine, which aims to manage lifestyle-related health problems through behavioral and environmental modifications rather than simply treating disease. Lifestyle medicine differs from conventional medicine in its focus on active patient participation and long-term lifestyle changes over simply treating individual risk factors. While no single discipline is fully equipped to practice lifestyle medicine alone, it typically involves teams of healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, dietitians, exercise physiologists, and psychologists. The document outlines some of the evidence and frameworks that guide lifestyle medicine and discusses how care plans can help implement lifestyle interventions in clinical practice.
The document introduces the Pharmanex Antioxidant Laser Scanner, which provides a non-invasive assessment of a patient's antioxidant levels by scanning their hand. It claims the scanner can track improvements in antioxidant levels from diet and supplements like LifePak. The scanner's results are said to be a useful health metric for patients and doctors. Adopting the scanner and LifePak is promoted as a way for healthcare practices to improve patient outcomes and generate new revenue.
Vitamin D for Disaster Response - summaryalanroth1
- A study at Grady Memorial Hospital found that giving trauma patients high doses of vitamin D3 upon admission and daily thereafter reduced mortality close to zero, reduced infections and inflammation, and lowered costs by reducing need for ventilators, pain medication, and length of hospital stay with no adverse effects.
- An Emory University study found critical care patients given high dose vitamin D3 had significantly shorter hospital stays, with the highest dose group having a length of stay half that of the placebo group.
- Reviews of studies show low vitamin D levels prior to surgery are associated with worse surgical outcomes and raising vitamin D levels could have major benefits with minimal costs.
Global Medical Cures™ | ANTIOXIDANTS- Get the Facts!
DISCLAIMER-
Global Medical Cures™ does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or recommendations. Only your healthcare provider/physician can offer you information and recommendations for you to decide about your healthcare choices.
This document summarizes a presentation on providing therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) for patients. It discusses how TLCs are recommended by national health organizations for treating various conditions. It then outlines a 5 step system used at a chiropractic clinic to implement TLCs, including assessing patients, advising on lifestyle changes, setting goals, providing assistance and arranging follow up. Case studies show TLCs effectively improved patients' health risks, biomarkers and lifestyle factors within 12 weeks.
This document contains quality metrics for CommWell Health and national averages across several health measures. It includes percentages of patients who received screenings and treatments for issues like BMI, depression, colorectal cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, childhood immunizations, tobacco use, and adult BMI. CommWell Health met or exceeded national averages on most measures in January 2019.
ESPEN provides expert guidance on nutritional management for individuals with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Key recommendations include screening patients for malnutrition risk and optimizing nutritional status. Supplementation with vitamins and minerals is advised, along with encouraging regular physical activity. Oral nutrition supplements should be used if dietary intake is insufficient, and enteral nutrition is preferred over parenteral nutrition for patients who cannot meet needs orally. Nutritional support is also advised for ICU patients, whether intubated or not, to help support recovery and prevent complications like muscle loss. A comprehensive, individualized approach combining nutrition and medical care can help improve outcomes for COVID patients.
Strategies to improve adherence to antihypertensive medicationmagdy elmasry
Challenges in hypertension treatment.What is the definition of medication non-adherence?Who is at risk? How should
patients at risk be screened and identified?What are the negative impacts of non-adherence?What is the
practical approach for improving adherence? The ABC taxonomy for medication adherence
Adherence :3 quantifiable components: initiation , implementation , and discontinuationThe five dimensions
of non-adherence
.
This document introduces the concept of lifestyle medicine, which aims to manage lifestyle-related health problems through behavioral and environmental modifications rather than simply treating disease. Lifestyle medicine differs from conventional medicine in its focus on active patient participation and long-term lifestyle changes over simply treating individual risk factors. While no single discipline is fully equipped to practice lifestyle medicine alone, it typically involves teams of healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, dietitians, exercise physiologists, and psychologists. The document outlines some of the evidence and frameworks that guide lifestyle medicine and discusses how care plans can help implement lifestyle interventions in clinical practice.
The document introduces the Pharmanex Antioxidant Laser Scanner, which provides a non-invasive assessment of a patient's antioxidant levels by scanning their hand. It claims the scanner can track improvements in antioxidant levels from diet and supplements like LifePak. The scanner's results are said to be a useful health metric for patients and doctors. Adopting the scanner and LifePak is promoted as a way for healthcare practices to improve patient outcomes and generate new revenue.
Vitamin D for Disaster Response - summaryalanroth1
- A study at Grady Memorial Hospital found that giving trauma patients high doses of vitamin D3 upon admission and daily thereafter reduced mortality close to zero, reduced infections and inflammation, and lowered costs by reducing need for ventilators, pain medication, and length of hospital stay with no adverse effects.
- An Emory University study found critical care patients given high dose vitamin D3 had significantly shorter hospital stays, with the highest dose group having a length of stay half that of the placebo group.
- Reviews of studies show low vitamin D levels prior to surgery are associated with worse surgical outcomes and raising vitamin D levels could have major benefits with minimal costs.
The document discusses the case for personalized medicine and its benefits. It argues that personalized medicine can shift the focus to prevention, enable the selection of optimal therapies, make drugs safer by avoiding adverse reactions, improve quality of life, and help control overall healthcare costs. It also notes that major drugs are ineffective for many patients, wasting billions of dollars each year. The Personalized Medicine Coalition works to promote personalized medicine concepts to benefit patients and the healthcare system.
The document discusses several topics related to lung health:
1. Geoengineering practices like solar radiation management have led to increased nanoparticles in the air, water, and food, causing inflammation and damage to lung tissue which can result in conditions like pneumonia, lung diseases, and cancer.
2. Nanoparticles from sources like cosmetics, electronics, and agriculture are inhaled and ingested, potentially damaging lungs over time.
3. Chronic conditions like asthma, COPD, and bronchitis have numerous risk factors including cured meats, acetaminophen, antibiotics, and air pollution. Strengthening immunity and lifestyle changes can help address some lung ailments.
1) The study surveyed 40 NCAA Division II swimmers about their nutrition knowledge, supplement use, and use of sodium bicarbonate.
2) It found that 85% of swimmers used supplements, with males being more likely to use supplements than females. The majority believed supplements were necessary to perform well but had little actual knowledge about supplements.
3) Regarding sodium bicarbonate specifically, 17% of swimmers reported using it, with most saying it improved performance but one reporting side effects. Knowledge of its side effects was low overall.
20+ good health reasons to drink coffee2abdunatfah
There are good reasons to drink coffee and there are a few reasons not to. This article is for those that are looking for reasons to keep drinking it.
After all, you may have a caffeine-hater in your life. You know the type – they’re always telling you what’s bad for your health.
20+ good health reasons to drink coffee2
Here’s a list of some good reasons to drink coffee. Memorize this list – so the next time you encounter your favorite coffee-hater you can pull out one of these babies
Au-delà des nombreux bienfaits de la consommation à dose faible ou modérée, les conclusions de l'étude précisent que les effets indésirables pour les adultes (anxiété, agitation, insomnie, rythme cardiaque, etc.), qui n'ont pas de complexités de santé, pourraient intervenir à partir d'une consommation de 400 mg de caféine par jour. Cette dose étant réduite à 200 mg pour les femmes enceintes ou allaitantes.
L'étude n'aborde pas le sujet de l’acrylamide, substance chimique qui a poussé en 2018 l'Etat de Californie à adopter une législation stipulant que le café devait porter une étiquette d'avertissement sur le cancer.
- This material has been developed for a symposium and may be used reactively with HCPs after review and approval at the local level.
- The document discusses immuno-oncology and its potential role in genitourinary cancers like renal cell carcinoma and bladder cancer.
- Immuno-oncology harnesses the body's immune system and works through different mechanisms than other cancer treatments.
Snoring can harm your health by disrupting sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea causes pauses in breathing during sleep and is associated with increased risks of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and accidents. Risk factors include obesity, family history and post-menopausal status. Diagnosis involves sleep tests. Treatment options include CPAP machines, oral appliances, and surgeries like UPPP. Lifestyle changes like weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help. Regular healthy sleep of 7 hours or more per night promotes optimal health and well-being.
This document discusses the links between physical activity, sports, fitness, and health. It outlines how a lack of physical activity is a major risk factor for diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of these conditions. Specifically, it discusses how physical activity can help reduce the risks of obesity, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hemorrhagic strokes. The document concludes that while diet and lifestyle factors are also important, participation in sports and regular physical activity can provide clear health benefits, especially for inactive populations.
Energy drinks bad for your heart, finds studyOther Mother
An international study published in the Journal of American Medical Association found that energy drink consumption can lead to high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and serious cardiovascular risks. The study showed that even one energy drink can cause potentially harmful spikes in both stress hormone levels and blood pressure in young, healthy adults. Doctors warn that the risks are likely related to the excess caffeine and other stimulants in energy drinks. Frequent consumption of energy drinks can increase stress on the cardiovascular system and place chronic users at risk of heart problems.
Depression bipolar disorder cause and cureJohn Bergman
Depression and bipolar disorder are linked to nutrient deficiencies, gut health issues, and toxic exposures from foods, drugs, and vaccines according to the document. Modern psychiatry focuses only on drugs to treat mental illness but has a 0% success rate of curing conditions. Nutritional therapies and addressing underlying causes offer more effective solutions.
This document summarizes an educational health seminar covering various topics:
1) Statistics on leading causes of death and health issues.
2) Causes of health problems like improper diet, chemicals, and lack of exercise.
3) Issues with traditional pharmaceutical-focused healthcare models and deception in the fitness industry. It promotes alternative health programs from doctors Mercola and Berg that focus on prevention and lifestyle changes.
This document outlines the course content for Year 11-12 PDHPE, including topics like individual health factors, public health approaches, skeletal and muscular systems, health priorities in Australia, factors affecting sports performance like energy systems and training, and alternative healthcare approaches. The course seems focused on both individual and population-level health issues, as well as anatomy and factors influencing sports performance.
Advances in Frailty-understanding and managementv3venu
1. The document discusses the concept of frailty in older adults, describing it as a medical syndrome characterized by decreased reserves and resilience leading to vulnerability. It provides several definitions and models of frailty.
2. Assessment tools for frailty are discussed, including the Fried phenotype model and the FRAIL scale. Management strategies covered include exercise, nutritional supplementation, vitamin D, and reducing polypharmacy.
3. The effects of different interventions are summarized from systematic reviews, including benefits of exercise on physical function, high protein diets on outcomes, and vitamin D on strength and balance. Comprehensive geriatric assessment is recommended for full evaluation and management of frailty.
The document discusses palliative care and end-of-life care. It notes that patients often suffer from untreated symptoms, and families are unsatisfied with the current healthcare system. Palliative care aims to improve quality of life for patients with life-threatening illnesses through pain management, psychosocial, and spiritual support. The document also discusses the stresses on family caregivers, noting that over 44 million Americans serve as caregivers and it can negatively impact their health. Palliative care focuses on treating the whole patient and coordinating care across settings.
This document summarizes the key points about coffee, caffeine, and health. It discusses how caffeine is absorbed and metabolized in the body. Moderate caffeine intake can improve mental performance and alertness, and augment pain relief when added to analgesics. However, high or late-day intake can interfere with sleep and cause anxiety in susceptible individuals. Toxic effects are rare from typical dietary sources but have been reported with very high doses (>10 grams) from supplements or energy products, especially when combined with alcohol.
1) No studies were found that measured quality of life as an outcome of interventions aimed at improving adherence in type 2 diabetes patients.
2) The interventions studied mainly included diabetes education, nurse-led interventions, and pharmacist-led interventions.
3) Nurse-led interventions were found to increase adherence to medication, diet, and glucose monitoring. Pharmacist-led interventions also increased medication adherence.
4) Patient education interventions were found to improve quality of life, though it was not directly measured as an outcome of improved adherence.
Abat wellness in elderly--pims 2020 version 2 -trimmed downMarc Evans Abat
This 58-year-old businessman is generally healthy but feels more sluggish than in the past. He has controlled hypertension and engages in occasional exercise and a healthy diet, but does not feel as physically active as 20-30 years ago. He sees aging as catching up to him and wants to improve his wellness.
This document provides an overview of several topics related to nutritional supplementation in primary care. It discusses 1) how preconceptional vitamins with folic acid for 1 year can reduce preterm labor by 70%, 2) the importance of Coenzyme Q10 supplementation, especially for those taking statins, 3) the benefits of omega-3 oils, probiotics, digestive enzymes and vitamin D, and 4) limitations of observational studies on the effects of supplements.
This study examined the effects of vitamin D treatment on thyroid autoimmunity. 82 participants diagnosed with autoimmune thyroid disease and vitamin D deficiency were randomly assigned to a treatment group that received 1000 IU of vitamin D daily for 1 month or a control group. Laboratory tests were performed at baseline and after 1 month. The results showed that vitamin D supplementation decreased antibody levels in the treatment group, but did not affect thyroid function. The study suggests vitamin D may be part of future autoimmune thyroid disease treatment, but larger and longer studies are still needed.
Epidemiological research have found that diets high in antioxidants from fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains are associated with lower risks of heart disease, cancer and other illnesses. However, taking synthetic multivitamin and antioxidant supplements has not shown these protective effects and may actually increase risks. A recent study of over 38,000 older women found that supplements like multivitamins, vitamins B6 and folic acid, and minerals iron, magnesium, zinc and copper were linked to higher mortality rates compared to non-users. Other reviews have also linked antioxidant supplements to increased risks of death and some cancers. The precise mechanisms are still unclear, but supplements may disrupt the body's natural defense mechanisms against diseases.
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The document discusses the case for personalized medicine and its benefits. It argues that personalized medicine can shift the focus to prevention, enable the selection of optimal therapies, make drugs safer by avoiding adverse reactions, improve quality of life, and help control overall healthcare costs. It also notes that major drugs are ineffective for many patients, wasting billions of dollars each year. The Personalized Medicine Coalition works to promote personalized medicine concepts to benefit patients and the healthcare system.
The document discusses several topics related to lung health:
1. Geoengineering practices like solar radiation management have led to increased nanoparticles in the air, water, and food, causing inflammation and damage to lung tissue which can result in conditions like pneumonia, lung diseases, and cancer.
2. Nanoparticles from sources like cosmetics, electronics, and agriculture are inhaled and ingested, potentially damaging lungs over time.
3. Chronic conditions like asthma, COPD, and bronchitis have numerous risk factors including cured meats, acetaminophen, antibiotics, and air pollution. Strengthening immunity and lifestyle changes can help address some lung ailments.
1) The study surveyed 40 NCAA Division II swimmers about their nutrition knowledge, supplement use, and use of sodium bicarbonate.
2) It found that 85% of swimmers used supplements, with males being more likely to use supplements than females. The majority believed supplements were necessary to perform well but had little actual knowledge about supplements.
3) Regarding sodium bicarbonate specifically, 17% of swimmers reported using it, with most saying it improved performance but one reporting side effects. Knowledge of its side effects was low overall.
20+ good health reasons to drink coffee2abdunatfah
There are good reasons to drink coffee and there are a few reasons not to. This article is for those that are looking for reasons to keep drinking it.
After all, you may have a caffeine-hater in your life. You know the type – they’re always telling you what’s bad for your health.
20+ good health reasons to drink coffee2
Here’s a list of some good reasons to drink coffee. Memorize this list – so the next time you encounter your favorite coffee-hater you can pull out one of these babies
Au-delà des nombreux bienfaits de la consommation à dose faible ou modérée, les conclusions de l'étude précisent que les effets indésirables pour les adultes (anxiété, agitation, insomnie, rythme cardiaque, etc.), qui n'ont pas de complexités de santé, pourraient intervenir à partir d'une consommation de 400 mg de caféine par jour. Cette dose étant réduite à 200 mg pour les femmes enceintes ou allaitantes.
L'étude n'aborde pas le sujet de l’acrylamide, substance chimique qui a poussé en 2018 l'Etat de Californie à adopter une législation stipulant que le café devait porter une étiquette d'avertissement sur le cancer.
- This material has been developed for a symposium and may be used reactively with HCPs after review and approval at the local level.
- The document discusses immuno-oncology and its potential role in genitourinary cancers like renal cell carcinoma and bladder cancer.
- Immuno-oncology harnesses the body's immune system and works through different mechanisms than other cancer treatments.
Snoring can harm your health by disrupting sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea causes pauses in breathing during sleep and is associated with increased risks of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and accidents. Risk factors include obesity, family history and post-menopausal status. Diagnosis involves sleep tests. Treatment options include CPAP machines, oral appliances, and surgeries like UPPP. Lifestyle changes like weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help. Regular healthy sleep of 7 hours or more per night promotes optimal health and well-being.
This document discusses the links between physical activity, sports, fitness, and health. It outlines how a lack of physical activity is a major risk factor for diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of these conditions. Specifically, it discusses how physical activity can help reduce the risks of obesity, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hemorrhagic strokes. The document concludes that while diet and lifestyle factors are also important, participation in sports and regular physical activity can provide clear health benefits, especially for inactive populations.
Energy drinks bad for your heart, finds studyOther Mother
An international study published in the Journal of American Medical Association found that energy drink consumption can lead to high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and serious cardiovascular risks. The study showed that even one energy drink can cause potentially harmful spikes in both stress hormone levels and blood pressure in young, healthy adults. Doctors warn that the risks are likely related to the excess caffeine and other stimulants in energy drinks. Frequent consumption of energy drinks can increase stress on the cardiovascular system and place chronic users at risk of heart problems.
Depression bipolar disorder cause and cureJohn Bergman
Depression and bipolar disorder are linked to nutrient deficiencies, gut health issues, and toxic exposures from foods, drugs, and vaccines according to the document. Modern psychiatry focuses only on drugs to treat mental illness but has a 0% success rate of curing conditions. Nutritional therapies and addressing underlying causes offer more effective solutions.
This document summarizes an educational health seminar covering various topics:
1) Statistics on leading causes of death and health issues.
2) Causes of health problems like improper diet, chemicals, and lack of exercise.
3) Issues with traditional pharmaceutical-focused healthcare models and deception in the fitness industry. It promotes alternative health programs from doctors Mercola and Berg that focus on prevention and lifestyle changes.
This document outlines the course content for Year 11-12 PDHPE, including topics like individual health factors, public health approaches, skeletal and muscular systems, health priorities in Australia, factors affecting sports performance like energy systems and training, and alternative healthcare approaches. The course seems focused on both individual and population-level health issues, as well as anatomy and factors influencing sports performance.
Advances in Frailty-understanding and managementv3venu
1. The document discusses the concept of frailty in older adults, describing it as a medical syndrome characterized by decreased reserves and resilience leading to vulnerability. It provides several definitions and models of frailty.
2. Assessment tools for frailty are discussed, including the Fried phenotype model and the FRAIL scale. Management strategies covered include exercise, nutritional supplementation, vitamin D, and reducing polypharmacy.
3. The effects of different interventions are summarized from systematic reviews, including benefits of exercise on physical function, high protein diets on outcomes, and vitamin D on strength and balance. Comprehensive geriatric assessment is recommended for full evaluation and management of frailty.
The document discusses palliative care and end-of-life care. It notes that patients often suffer from untreated symptoms, and families are unsatisfied with the current healthcare system. Palliative care aims to improve quality of life for patients with life-threatening illnesses through pain management, psychosocial, and spiritual support. The document also discusses the stresses on family caregivers, noting that over 44 million Americans serve as caregivers and it can negatively impact their health. Palliative care focuses on treating the whole patient and coordinating care across settings.
This document summarizes the key points about coffee, caffeine, and health. It discusses how caffeine is absorbed and metabolized in the body. Moderate caffeine intake can improve mental performance and alertness, and augment pain relief when added to analgesics. However, high or late-day intake can interfere with sleep and cause anxiety in susceptible individuals. Toxic effects are rare from typical dietary sources but have been reported with very high doses (>10 grams) from supplements or energy products, especially when combined with alcohol.
1) No studies were found that measured quality of life as an outcome of interventions aimed at improving adherence in type 2 diabetes patients.
2) The interventions studied mainly included diabetes education, nurse-led interventions, and pharmacist-led interventions.
3) Nurse-led interventions were found to increase adherence to medication, diet, and glucose monitoring. Pharmacist-led interventions also increased medication adherence.
4) Patient education interventions were found to improve quality of life, though it was not directly measured as an outcome of improved adherence.
Abat wellness in elderly--pims 2020 version 2 -trimmed downMarc Evans Abat
This 58-year-old businessman is generally healthy but feels more sluggish than in the past. He has controlled hypertension and engages in occasional exercise and a healthy diet, but does not feel as physically active as 20-30 years ago. He sees aging as catching up to him and wants to improve his wellness.
This document provides an overview of several topics related to nutritional supplementation in primary care. It discusses 1) how preconceptional vitamins with folic acid for 1 year can reduce preterm labor by 70%, 2) the importance of Coenzyme Q10 supplementation, especially for those taking statins, 3) the benefits of omega-3 oils, probiotics, digestive enzymes and vitamin D, and 4) limitations of observational studies on the effects of supplements.
This study examined the effects of vitamin D treatment on thyroid autoimmunity. 82 participants diagnosed with autoimmune thyroid disease and vitamin D deficiency were randomly assigned to a treatment group that received 1000 IU of vitamin D daily for 1 month or a control group. Laboratory tests were performed at baseline and after 1 month. The results showed that vitamin D supplementation decreased antibody levels in the treatment group, but did not affect thyroid function. The study suggests vitamin D may be part of future autoimmune thyroid disease treatment, but larger and longer studies are still needed.
Epidemiological research have found that diets high in antioxidants from fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains are associated with lower risks of heart disease, cancer and other illnesses. However, taking synthetic multivitamin and antioxidant supplements has not shown these protective effects and may actually increase risks. A recent study of over 38,000 older women found that supplements like multivitamins, vitamins B6 and folic acid, and minerals iron, magnesium, zinc and copper were linked to higher mortality rates compared to non-users. Other reviews have also linked antioxidant supplements to increased risks of death and some cancers. The precise mechanisms are still unclear, but supplements may disrupt the body's natural defense mechanisms against diseases.
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The document discusses oxidative stress and antioxidants. It provides information on:
1. Indian Dental Academy which offers online and offline dental courses and is a leader in continuing dental education.
2. How free radicals can damage cells, proteins, lipids, DNA and cause diseases. Antioxidants help prevent this damage.
3. Various antioxidants found in foods and their roles in reducing oxidative stress and preventing diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease. Clinical trials on antioxidants have had inconsistent results.
ROLE OF NUTRACEUTICAL IN ALZHEIER'S DISEASEJOSU PJ
This document discusses the role of nutraceuticals in Alzheimer's disease. It states that prolonged treatment for Alzheimer's with pharmaceuticals can cause undesirable side effects. Nutraceuticals are a safer alternative as they are naturally occurring compounds with fewer side effects. The document summarizes research on various nutraceuticals and their effects on Alzheimer's disease, including antioxidants, phosphatidylserine, alpha lipoic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, flavonoids, and vitamins. It provides details on studies that have shown these nutraceuticals can help cognitive function and slow progression of Alzheimer's disease symptoms.
Diet is not all about loosing or gaining weight, its therapeutic benefits are often taken lightly by most of us. Planning of a therapeutic diet implies the ability to adopt the principal of normal nutrition to the various regimens for adequacy, correctness, economy and palatability. It requires recognition of the need for dietary supplements such as vitamin and mineral concentrates when the nature of the diet itself imposes severe restrictions, the patient's appetite is poor or absorption and utilization are impaired so that the diet cannot meet the needs of optimum nutrition.
There are several therapeutic benefits of a well balanced diet such as:
•Fuel to perform daily activities
•Nutrients for the body's cells
•Growth and repair of tissue
•Reinforcing the immune system
•Preventing chronic diseases of lifestyle
•Maintaining good mental health
•Ensuring healthy teeth and bones
The document discusses the healing power of antioxidants found in foods and their relationship to disease prevention. It notes that Hippocrates said "let food be your medicine and medicine be your food." Research shows antioxidants may protect cells from free radical damage and prevent conditions like cancer. Common antioxidants include beta-carotene, lycopene, and vitamins A, C, and E. Many fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants like beta-carotene in carrots, lycopene in tomatoes, and vitamin C in citrus fruits.
Overview of the Health Benefits of Vitamin C by Prof Margreet VissersKiwifruit Symposium
Prof Margreet Vissers, Research Professor at University of Otago, New Zealand: http://www.kiwifruitsymposium.org/presentations/overview-of-the-many-health-benefits-of-vitamin-c/
Presented at 1st International Symposium on Kiwifruit and Health.
Vitamin C is essential for life, and humans obtain this nutrient exclusively through the diet. It functions inside the cells in our bodies, where it plays an important role in supporting many essential processes. One kiwifruit a day gives the daily requirement of vitamin C.
This document reviews the rationale for vitamin D food fortification. It finds that vitamin D deficiency is common worldwide due to low dietary intake and sun exposure. While guidelines recommend vitamin D intakes of 10-20 μg per day, most populations fail to meet this. Food fortification is an effective way to improve vitamin D status at a population level. The document outlines vitamin D metabolism, effects, guidelines on status and intake, and the gap between guidelines and actual intake. It reviews the safety of vitamin D and examples of food fortification programs. The conclusion is that food fortification could help close the gap and improve public health in a cost-effective way.
This study evaluated the relationship between self-reported 3-day diets and cardiovascular markers in 92 young adult participants. Diet characteristics were analyzed using diet logs and correlated with blood pressure and body composition measurements. Sodium intake was positively correlated with BMI. Dietary fiber and iron intake were inversely correlated with systolic blood pressure, suggesting fiber and iron may help lower blood pressure. The results provide some insight into how specific nutrients in the diets of young adults may impact cardiovascular health markers.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung condition characterized by obstruction of the airways. Mr. C, a COPD patient, was admitted to the hospital with COPD as well as other health issues including hypertension, depression, obesity, and sleep apnea. Due to his declining respiratory status in the hospital, Mr. C was intubated to deliver sufficient oxygen and support his breathing. Nutritional therapy is an important part of COPD treatment to maintain energy balance and nutrition status given that COPD patients are often malnourished.
This document summarizes research on the relationship between nutrition and the risk of Alzheimer's disease (AD). It finds that both obesity and malnutrition are associated with AD in different ways. Several nutrients like antioxidants, vitamins, fatty acids, and polyphenols have been linked to reducing AD risk when consumed, while saturated fats and excess alcohol may increase risk. Dietary patterns like the Mediterranean diet that emphasize healthy foods have also been connected to lower AD risk. The document reviews evidence for many individual nutrients and calls for more research to better understand how nutrition impacts AD.
Nutrition in Cancer Prevention and TreatmentTim Crowe
This presentation will help you to understand the influence that dietary and lifestyle factors play in the prevention and causation of cancer. It outlines the important nutritional considerations for patients undergoing treatment for cancer and reviews procedures to improve patient safety by knowing the risks and benefits of antioxidant supplementation during cancer treatment
This document discusses ethics considerations for a proposed randomized controlled trial studying the effects of a high-fiber supplement in preventing type 2 diabetes. 10,000 participants at high risk for diabetes would be randomly assigned to receive either the supplement or a placebo for several years. While preventing diabetes at a population level could provide major benefits, high-fiber supplements have also been linked to potential side effects like gastrointestinal issues and reduced nutrient absorption. The long term safety of the supplements is unknown. Therefore, the study raises ethical questions around exposing participants to risks from an unproven preventative measure and denying potential benefits to the placebo group.
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1) The document discusses strategies for managing allergies, addressing common myths and misconceptions about allergies. It notes that growing up around allergens may actually help build immunity. The protein in dried animal secretions, not the fur itself, causes pet allergies. Natural fibers are better than synthetic for staying allergy-free. New drugs that target IgE antibodies may cure allergies.
2) To diagnose allergies, consider family history and see a doctor. Treatments include nasal sprays, antihistamines, decongestants, and immunotherapy injections.
Nutraceuticals provide health benefits and can help prevent cardiovascular disease. Green tea contains antioxidants like epigallocatechin that can lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing heart disease risk. Turmeric contains curcumin which improves endothelial function and decreases heart attack risk by 65%. Ginger contains gingerol which has anti-inflammatory effects. These nutraceuticals provide cardiovascular benefits through their antioxidant and other pharmacological properties and can be considered as alternatives to pharmaceuticals.
Plant-based Eating: Enhancing Health Benefits, Minimizing Nutritional RisksRobin Allen
Learning Objectives
At the end of the session, the participants will be able to:
1. Know there is no single definition of a plant-based diet.
2. Discuss health aspects of vegetarian and vegan diets and quality of evidence supporting health claims.
3. Assess nutritional adequacy/status of vegetarians and/or vegans throughout the life cycle and provide strategies for meeting dietary recommendations for vitamin B12, DHA calcium, and zinc.
A study conducted by USANA scientists in conjunction with Boston University found that grape seed extract and vitamin C may benefit people who have coronary artery disease. The study gave participants either a placebo or 450mg of grape seed extract and 1500mg of vitamin C daily for 4 weeks. Those receiving the supplements had improved antioxidant levels and significant improvements in blood flow compared to the placebo group. The results suggest that grape seed extract and vitamin C can help improve vascular function in people with coronary artery disease.
Effectiveness of Vitamins in the treatment of Prostate Cancer v5 - CopyDr.Mohammad Alamgir
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Wellness Nutrients
Nutritional Supplementation
SWU 351 Sustainable Living and Mindful Eating
Objectives
By the end of class you should be able to:
Identify a variety of “wellness supplements”
Identify populations who may and may not benefit from taking a multivitamin
Define “functional foods”
The Problem
The vast majority of Americans do not meet minimum RDA standards of vitamins and minerals
93% of vitamins D and E miss recommendations from diet
61% not enough magnesium
50% not enough Vitamin A and Calcium
Many subpopulations have lower than recommended intake
older adults (over 65+)
African Americans
Obese individuals
Those who are ill or injured
Do We Need Supplements
to be “Well”?
Health maintenance and prevention of disease
Almost 1/2 of the adult population takes supplements of one form or another
What supplements do people take to be well?
Deficiency Issues
Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) provide:
maintenance of normal cell and tissue function, metabolism, growth and development
True Deficiency Diseases are Rare in the United States
more problems from over nutrition, not malnutrition
Supplements offer an unregulated promise of health in a bottle
It is BIG BUSINESS, with BIG PROFITS
Can a healthful diet provide adequate protection? Or, are supplements the answer?
Common Wellness Supplements
MVI’s
Fish Oil and Flax Oil
Vitamin D
Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E and beta carotene
Gene Polymorphisms
Since the mapping of the human genome, multiple single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) have been identified that can affect nutritional status and potentially, overall health
Common SNPs
MTHFR
Vitamin D receptor
Fatty Acid Desaturases (FADS)
PEMT (choline)
Lipoprotein polymorphisms…
FASEB J. 2005 Oct;19(12):1602-16
Healthy Eating Index 2005
Measures adequacy, moderation and variety
(fat, cholesterol, sodium , FGP…)
Data set is from 1999 - 2000
74% of population has a diet that “needs improvement”
10% have a “good diet”
16% of population has a “poor diet”
http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/publications/HEI/HEI99-00report.pdf
Americans Do Not Meet Federal Dietary Recommendations
2001 – 2004 NHANES (16,338 ppl aged 2 and older)
24 hr recall translated into food groups using My Pyramid Equivalents Database
The population did not meet recommendations for all of the nutrient rich food groups except for total grains, meat and beans (categories: fruits, veg, dark green veg, orange veg, legume, starchy veg, other veg, milk, total grains, meat and beans, oils)
Dark greens, orange veg, legumes and whole grains had the poorest showing and 90% of the population did not meet recommendations for total veg and milk.
80 – 90% of Americans are over-consuming fat, sugar, & ETOH
Krebs-Smith et al. J Nutr. 2010 Oct;140(10):1832-8.
Toxic World?
Textbook of Functional Medicine. Institute for Functional Medicine. Gig Harbor, WA. 2005
Do we have evidence that taking MVI’s / Supplements provide benefit?
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The droplets have a tendency to conglomerate to one big mass, but on being shaken they fall apart into countless little droplets again. It is used to ignite explosives, like mercury fulminate, the explosive character is one of its general themes.
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1. Antioxidant Supplements for Health:
An Introduction
Antioxidants are substances that may prevent potentially disease-
producing cell damage that can result from natural bodily processes
and from exposure to certain chemicals. There are a number of
different antioxidants found in foods and available as dietary
supplements. This fact sheet provides a general overview of
antioxidants—with a focus on dietary supplements—and suggests
sources for additional information.
Key Points
People take antioxidant supplements in an effort to improve
their health and to prevent various diseases. Examples of
commonly used antioxidant supplements include vitamins C
and E, selenium, and beta-carotene.
Although observational studies suggest that eating a diet high in
antioxidant-rich vegetables and fruits is associated with a lower
risk for many chronic diseases, there is limited evidence to
support the use of antioxidant supplements to prevent disease.
Additional research, including studies supported by the National
Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
and other components of the National Institutes of Health (NIH),
is under way.
Tell all of your health care providers about any complementary
and alternative practices you use, including antioxidant
supplements. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage
your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.
About Antioxidants
Oxidation—one of the body’s natural chemical processes—can
produce “free radicals,” which are highly unstable molecules that
can damage cells. For example, free radicals are produced when the
body breaks down foods for use or storage. They are also produced
when the body is exposed to tobacco smoke, radiation, and
environmental contaminants. Free radicals can cause damage,
known as “oxidative stress,” which is thought to play a role in the
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development of many diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, eye disease, heart
disease, Parkinson’s disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. In laboratory experiments, antioxidant
molecules counter oxidative stress and its associated damage.
The body can produce its own antioxidants and also obtain them from food. Antioxidants are
abundant in vegetables and fruits and are also found in grain cereals, teas, legumes, and nuts.
Examples of antioxidants include anthocyanins, beta-carotene, catechins, coenzyme Q10,
flavonoids, lipoic acid, lutein, lycopene, selenium, and vitamins C and E. Many antioxidants
are also available as dietary supplements.
Although antioxidant molecules counter oxidative stress in laboratory experiments, there is
some debate as to whether consuming antioxidants—in food or supplement form—actually
benefits health. Antioxidant supplements are often synthetic (man-made), but some of these
synthetic forms may not have the same effects on the body as antioxidants that occur
naturally in foods. In addition, some beneficial properties may be lost when antioxidants are
extracted from foods to manufacture supplements. There is also some concern that
consuming antioxidants in excessive doses may have negative effects.
Use of Antioxidant Supplements in the United States
In the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 1999-2000), over 5,000 of
the approximately 10,000 respondents (52 percent), reported taking a dietary supplement in
the previous month. Of the 1,900 dietary supplements included in the survey, more than 900
(47 percent) contained an antioxidant: vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, selenium,
flavonoids, or isoflavones. More than 3,000 of the respondents (37 percent) reported taking
dietary supplements that contained one of the antioxidants mentioned.
A 2009 study looked at data from NHANES (1999-2000 and 2001-2002) and the U.S. Department
of Agriculture Flavonoid Database to estimate the total antioxidant intake (from diet and
supplements) of adults in the United States. The researchers calculated the daily intake of
vitamin C, vitamin E, carotenes, selenium, and flavonoids. They found that supplements
accounted for 54 percent of vitamin C; 64 percent of vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol); 14 percent of
carotenes; 11 percent of selenium; and 2 percent of flavonoid intake.
Status of Research on Antioxidant Supplements
There is limited scientific evidence to support the use of antioxidant supplements to prevent
disease. Observational studies (which track a group of people without changing their activities
or providing special treatments) have shown that a higher intake of antioxidant-rich
vegetables and fruits is associated with a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases. It is not
clear, however, that the benefits are due to the antioxidants. Although observational studies,
as well as laboratory research on the biochemistry of antioxidants, suggest that antioxidant
supplements may have beneficial effects, clinical trials (controlled studies in people) have
generally found no benefit.
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Systematic reviews of the research literature have analyzed the use of antioxidant
supplements for preventing cancer, cardiovascular disease, and eye disease, and reducing
overall mortality in healthy people and people with various diseases. In general, these reviews
have concluded that there is not enough evidence to support the use of antioxidant
supplements for these purposes.
Large, long-term studies (randomized, controlled trials) funded primarily by NIH have
generally found that antioxidant supplements have no beneficial effects. For example:
The Physicians Health Study II, which included more than 14,000 healthy male physicians
aged 50 or older, found that neither vitamin E nor vitamin C supplements reduced the risk
of major cardiovascular events (e.g., heart attack, stroke, or death) or cancer.
The Selenium and Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial (SELECT)—a study of more than
35,000 healthy men aged 50 or older—found that selenium and vitamin E taken alone or
together did not prevent prostate cancer. (Two earlier reviews suggested that preliminary
evidence for selenium appeared promising).
The Women’s Health Study, which included almost 40,000 healthy women at least 45 years
of age, found that overall, vitamin E did not reduce the risk of death, major cardiovascular
events (e.g., heart attack, stroke, or death), or cancer. However, it was associated with
reduced deaths from cardiovascular causes and also reduced major cardiovascular events
in a subgroup of women aged 65 or older.
The Women’s Antioxidant Cardiovascular Study found no beneficial effects of vitamin C,
vitamin E, or beta-carotene on cardiovascular events (e.g., heart attack, stroke, or death) in
more than 8,000 female health professionals, aged 40 years or older, who were at high risk
for cardiovascular disease.
An important exception to this trend is a National Eye Institute study of age-related eye
disease, which found that the combination of antioxidants and zinc reduced the risk of
developing advanced stages of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by 25 percent in
people who had intermediate AMD or advanced AMD in only one eye. Antioxidant
supplements used alone reduced the risk by about 17 percent.
Thus, despite widespread scientific interest and clear plausibility of benefit, the body of
evidence for antioxidant supplements has not, to date, demonstrated substantial health
benefits. Additional research, some of it aimed at understanding the “disconnect” between
findings of laboratory and observational studies and results of clinical trials, is under way.
Safety
Antioxidants in foods are generally considered safe, and studies of antioxidant supplements
generally have not reported adverse effects. However, the research does point to some
potential concerns; for example, beta-carotene supplements may increase the risk of lung
cancer in smokers, and vitamin E supplements may increase the risk of bleeding in certain
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individuals. More research is needed to better understand the safety aspects of dietary
supplementation. For more information about dietary supplements, see the NCCAM fact
sheets Using Dietary Supplements Wisely and Are You Considering CAM?
If You Are Thinking About Using Antioxidant Supplements
Do not use antioxidant supplements as a replacement for a healthful diet or conventional
medical care, or as a reason to postpone seeing a doctor about a medical problem.
Consult your health care provider before deciding to use antioxidant supplements.
Look for published research studies on antioxidant supplements for the health condition
that interests you.
Tell all of your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices
you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help
ensure coordinated and safe care. For tips about talking with your health care providers
about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), see NCCAM’s Time to Talk
campaign at nccam.nih.gov/timetotalk/.
NCCAM-Funded Research
Because antioxidants are widely used, and because there is laboratory and observational
evidence of potential health benefits, antioxidants are the subject of extensive research across
NIH, including recent NCCAM-sponsored studies that have been investigating:
Three antioxidant regimens—Ginkgo biloba, alpha-lipoic acid/essential fatty acids, and
vitamin E/selenium—as potential treatments for multiple sclerosis
Lipoic acid, an antioxidant used in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, to improve blood
vessel reactivity and decrease oxidative stress in people with high cholesterol
The safety of the vitamin E supplement gamma-tocopherol in healthy people and those
with asthma and allergies
The combination of vitamins E and C to enhance airway antioxidant levels in people with
allergic asthma and reduce the incidence of preeclampsia among pregnant women with
chronic hypertension or a history of preeclampsia/eclampsia
Alpha-lipoic acid and fish oil to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease
Whether alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) supplementation affects the progression of carotid
atherosclerosis (narrowing or hardening of the carotid artery) in patients with coronary
artery disease
The safety and efficacy of vitamin E in slowing the rate of cognitive and functional decline
in older persons with Down syndrome.
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NCCAM also funds two research centers that are studying the effects of antioxidants on aging,
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease), asthma, and
cardiovascular diseases.
Other NIH studies on antioxidants have been investigating:
The effects of vitamin C on the lung development and function of babies born to women
who smoke during pregnancy
Whether an antioxidant drug (n-acetylcysteine) taken orally will improve glucose tolerance
and insulin secretion in type 2 diabetic subjects
The safety and effectiveness of coenzyme Q10 (combined with vitamin E) to slow the
progression of Parkinson’s disease
The side effects and best dose of high-selenium Brassica juncea (mustard plant) and
capecitabine (a cancer drug) given together with irinotecan (a cancer drug) as a treatment
for patients with advanced cancer
Whether antioxidants (beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E) combined with
magnesium can prevent noise-induced hearing loss.
Selected References
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Effect of the Supplemental Use of Antioxidants Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and
Coenzyme Q10 for the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer. Evidence Report/Technology Assessment no. 75. Rockville,
MD: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality; 2003. AHRQ publication no. 04-E002.
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Effect of the Supplemental Use of Antioxidants Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and
Coenzyme Q10 for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease. Evidence Report/Technology Assessment
no. 83. Rockville, MD: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality; 2003. AHRQ publication no. 03-E043.
Antioxidants. Natural Standard Database Web site. Accessed at http://www.naturalstandard.com on March 22, 2010.
Antioxidants and cancer prevention: fact sheet. National Cancer Institute Web site. Accessed at
http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/pressreleases/antioxidants/ on March 22, 2010.
Bjelakovic G, Nikolova D, Gluud LL, et al. Antioxidant supplements for prevention of mortality in healthy participants
and patients with various diseases. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2008;(2):CD007176.
Cook NR, Albert CM, Gaziano JM, et al. A randomized factorial trial of vitamins C and E and beta carotene in the
secondary prevention of cardiovascular events in women: results from the Women's Antioxidant Cardiovascular
Study. Archives of Internal Medicine. 2007;167(15):1610-1618.
Evans JR, Henshaw K. Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for preventing age-related macular degeneration.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2008;(1): CD000253.
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Gaziano JM, Glynn RJ, Christen WG, et al. Vitamins E and C in the prevention of prostate and total cancer in men: the
Physicians’ Health Study II randomized controlled trial. Journal of the American Medical Association. 2009;301(1):52-62.
Lee IM, Cook NR, Gaziano JM, et al. Vitamin E in the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer: the
Women's Health Study: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of the American Medical Association. 2005;294(1):56-65.
Lippman SM, Klein EA, Goodman PJ, et al. Effect of selenium and vitamin E on risk of prostate cancer and other
cancers. Journal of the American Medical Association. 2009;301(1):39-51.
Sesso HD, Buring JE, Christen WG, et al. Vitamins E and C in the prevention of cardiovascular disease in men: the
Physicians’ Health Study II randomized controlled trial. Journal of the American Medical Association.
2008;300(18):2123-2133.
Steinhubl SR. Why have antioxidants failed in clinical trials? American Journal of Cardiology. 2008;101[suppl]:14D-19D.
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Routine vitamin supplementation to prevent cancer and cardiovascular disease:
recommendations and rationale. Annals of Internal Medicine. 2003;139(1):51-55.
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