High fruit and vegetable intake positively correlated with antioxidant status, cognitive performance
Study of healthy subjects
Amsterdam, September 8, 2009 - Researchers at the Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology I of the Heinrich-Heine University, Düsseldorf, Germany, investigated the relationship between fruit and vegetable intake, plasma antioxidant micronutrient status and cognitive performance in healthy subjects aged 45 to 102 years. Their results, published in the August issue of the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, indicated higher cognitive performance in individuals with high daily intake of fruits and vegetables.
Subjects with a high daily intake (about 400 g) of fruits and vegetables had higher antioxidant levels, lower indicators of free radical-induced damage against lipids as well as better cognitive performance compared to healthy subjects of any age consuming low amounts (< 100 g/day) of fruits and vegetables. Modification of nutritional habits aimed at increasing intake of fruits and vegetables, therefore, should be encouraged to lower the prevalence of cognitive impairment.
The work was performed in collaboration with the Department of Pharmacology at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Department of Geriatrics at Perugia University, Italy, and the Department of Neurology of the St. Elisabeth Hospital in Cologne, Germany.
Dr. M. Cristina Polidori, currently at the Department of Geriatrics, Marienhospital Herne, Ruhr-University of Bochum, Germany, explains: "It is known that there is a strong association between fruit and vegetable intake and the natural antioxidant defenses of the body against free radicals. It is also known that bad nutritional habits increase the risk of developing cognitive impairment with and without dementia. With this work we show a multiple link between fruit and vegetable intake, antioxidant defenses and cognitive performance, in the absence of disease and independent of age. Among other lifestyle habits, it is recommended to improve nutrition in general and fruit and vegetable intake in particular at any age, beginning as early as possible. This may increase our chances to remain free of dementia in advanced age."
These findings are independentof age, gender, body mass index, level of education, lipid profile and albumin levels, all factors able to influence cognitive and antioxidant status. The relevance of the findings is also strengthened by the large sample that included 193 healthy subjects.
Further studies are planned that will include larger subject cohorts, patients with Alzheimer's disease at different stages and patients with mild cognitive impairment without dementia.
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Reference: Polidori MC, Pratico D, Mangialasche F, Mariani E, Aust O, Anlasik T, Mang N, Pientka L, Stahl W, Sies H, Nelles G. High fruit and vegetable intake is positively correlated with antioxidant status and cognitive performance in healthy subjects. J Alzheimers Dis 17:4 (August 2009).
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Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, Volume 17, Number 4, August 2009 (abstract)
Pages 921-927
M. Cristina Polidori, Domenico Praticó, Francesca Mangialasche, Elena Mariani, Olivier Aust, Timur Anlasik, Ni Mang, Ludger Pientka, Wilhelm Stahl, Helmut Sies, Patrizia Mecocci, Gereon Nelles
High Fruit and Vegetable Intake is Positively Correlated with Antioxidant Status and Cognitive Performance in Healthy Subjects
Abstract: A higher daily intake of fruits and vegetables in healthy elderly is associated with an improved antioxidant status in comparison to subjects consuming diets poor in fruits and vegetables, but the impact on cognitive performance is unclear. Healthy community dwellers (45 to 102 years old, n=193) underwent cognitive testing and blood withdrawal for the measurement of antioxidant micronutrients and biomarkers of oxidative stress as well as administration of a food frequency questionnaire to assess the daily intake of fruits and vegetables (high intake HI, low intake LI). Ninety-four subjects of the HI group had significantly higher cognitive test scores, higher levels of carotenoids, a- and ?-tocopherol as well as lower levels of F2a isoprostanes than the 99 subjects of the LI group. Cognitive scores were directly correlated with blood levels of a-tocopherol and lycopene and negatively correlated with F2a isoprostanes and protein carbonyls. The results were independent of age, gender, body mass index, education, total cholesterol, LDL- and HDL-cholesterol, triglycerides, and albumin. Healthy subjects of any age with a high daily intake of fruits and vegetables have higher antioxidant levels, lower levels of biomarkers of oxidative stress, and better cognitive performance than healthy subjects of any age consuming low amounts of fruits and vegetables. Modification of nutritional habits aimed at increasing intake of fruits and vegetables should be encouraged to lower prevalence of cognitive impairment in later life.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Detox
Detoxification for Physical and Spiritual Health
The foundation of HEALTH begins with what we put into our bodies...
Over the past several decades our environment has become increasingly more toxic. We are exposed to thousands of toxic chemicals from our air, water and food supply. We also consume an ever-growing list of toxins including caffeine, over-the-counter medication, alcohol, nicotine and damaged fats. The accumulation of these toxins can create a Total Toxin Overload. This can threaten our health by damaging DNA. Patients may be burdened by any of the common symptoms of toxicity or a combination of them including headaches, fatigue, joint pains, insomnia, mood changes, weakened immune system, or chronic GI issues. It is crucial that we build up our bodies by increasing the reserves of the superstar nutrients that allow the liver to take on any challenge that comes along. The best detoxifying methods incorporate a combination of therapies, including: basic detox diet, exercise, and high quality supplements.
Please click here to view a list of testimonials from patients like you who have taken part in a DFH group detox program.
Patient Detox Program Materials (all materials in pdf format):
* Complete Patient Guide
* Optimal Food Choices/Shopping List
* Sample Menus
* Titration Schedule
* Exercise Tips
* Additional Shake Recipes
* Diet Activity Chart
* General Suggestions for Decreasing Toxicity
Professional Products
Research & Education
Practice Development
Metabolic Profile Testing
Premiere PlatformSM
eHealthPro™
Nutrition Placement Program
Group Detoxification
Affiliate Programs
Contact Us | Site Map
©2008 Designs for Health, Inc.
The foundation of HEALTH begins with what we put into our bodies...
Over the past several decades our environment has become increasingly more toxic. We are exposed to thousands of toxic chemicals from our air, water and food supply. We also consume an ever-growing list of toxins including caffeine, over-the-counter medication, alcohol, nicotine and damaged fats. The accumulation of these toxins can create a Total Toxin Overload. This can threaten our health by damaging DNA. Patients may be burdened by any of the common symptoms of toxicity or a combination of them including headaches, fatigue, joint pains, insomnia, mood changes, weakened immune system, or chronic GI issues. It is crucial that we build up our bodies by increasing the reserves of the superstar nutrients that allow the liver to take on any challenge that comes along. The best detoxifying methods incorporate a combination of therapies, including: basic detox diet, exercise, and high quality supplements.
Please click here to view a list of testimonials from patients like you who have taken part in a DFH group detox program.
Patient Detox Program Materials (all materials in pdf format):
* Complete Patient Guide
* Optimal Food Choices/Shopping List
* Sample Menus
* Titration Schedule
* Exercise Tips
* Additional Shake Recipes
* Diet Activity Chart
* General Suggestions for Decreasing Toxicity
Professional Products
Research & Education
Practice Development
Metabolic Profile Testing
Premiere PlatformSM
eHealthPro™
Nutrition Placement Program
Group Detoxification
Affiliate Programs
Contact Us | Site Map
©2008 Designs for Health, Inc.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Mighty Powerful Berries
Below is some writing and a link to some audio by Carol Watson RN, ND about "The Power of the Purple Pill: Vineyard Blend”
A wake-up call:
The far-reaching effects of cardiovascular disease and provide hope that there IS something we can do about it. "I share my own experience as a Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse and overview the published research that includes the orchard, garden and vineyard blends." As I shared at the conclusion of the call, “I am on a mission to help you prevent what I witnessed first-hand, day in and day out at the bedside in nursing….the emotional, physical and financial burden and turmoil of having a loved one suffer from PREVENTABLE disease! What I know is that heart disease (or any other chronic illness) is a condition that begins slowly and silently and progresses over the years. Diseases don’t just happen; we ‘earn’ them! By age 40 most people are declining in health whether they ‘feel’ it or not. They may have as many as 10 chronic illnesses beginning in their body….these CAN BE REVERSED with diet, lifestyle and Juice Plus+ ®.”
I hope you put this recording to good use as we flood the world with health education about disease prevention and in turn flood NSA with new Vineyard blend orders for those we love and care about!
Thank you for your interest in sharing our message of Improving Health Naturally,
Carol Watson RN, ND, NMD
Here is the link for Dr. Carol Watson’s call on the Vineyard Blend: http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WxLC8DBs
A wake-up call:
The far-reaching effects of cardiovascular disease and provide hope that there IS something we can do about it. "I share my own experience as a Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse and overview the published research that includes the orchard, garden and vineyard blends." As I shared at the conclusion of the call, “I am on a mission to help you prevent what I witnessed first-hand, day in and day out at the bedside in nursing….the emotional, physical and financial burden and turmoil of having a loved one suffer from PREVENTABLE disease! What I know is that heart disease (or any other chronic illness) is a condition that begins slowly and silently and progresses over the years. Diseases don’t just happen; we ‘earn’ them! By age 40 most people are declining in health whether they ‘feel’ it or not. They may have as many as 10 chronic illnesses beginning in their body….these CAN BE REVERSED with diet, lifestyle and Juice Plus+ ®.”
I hope you put this recording to good use as we flood the world with health education about disease prevention and in turn flood NSA with new Vineyard blend orders for those we love and care about!
Thank you for your interest in sharing our message of Improving Health Naturally,
Carol Watson RN, ND, NMD
Here is the link for Dr. Carol Watson’s call on the Vineyard Blend: http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WxLC8DBs
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Soft Drinks
I apologize for not posting in a short while. I have been trying very hard to get a business off the ground. I was laid off last November and finding work in my position is next to impossible. Enough of that. Anyway I used to consume a lot of soda. Thanks to my wife, that ended a long long time ago. The article below should help to open your eyes more. Good Luck
> (07-23) 13:23 PDT SAN FRANCISCO --
Adults who consume at least one soft drink a day are more likely to develop risk factors for heart disease than
> those who don't, even if the beverage is diet, according to a study
> published today in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association.
> Researchers studying about 3,500 middle-aged men and women as part of a
> larger, long-term heart study found an association between daily soft
> drink consumption and an increased risk of developing metabolic syndrome.
> People with metabolic syndrome -- a combination of factors like high blood
> pressure and elevated triglycerides -- are more likely to suffer diabetes
> and heart disease.
> "In this group of middle-aged adults, consumption of just one or more soft
> drinks per day seemed to increase the risk of developing metabolic
> syndrome by about 50 percent" whether the drink was artificially sweetened
> or not, said Dr. Ramachandran Vasan, senior author of the Framingham Heart
> Study and an associate professor at Boston University School of Medicine.
> The study adds to an array of scientific evidence showing that consumption
> of sugar-sweetened drinks increase the risk of heart disease. Past studies
> have linked the consumption of both diet and regular sodas with childhood
> and adolescent obesity and increased risk of high blood pressure in
> adults.
> Compared to those who drank fewer than one soft drink daily, participants
> who drank one or more a day had about a 30 percent greater risk of
> developing new-onset diabetes, adding inches to their waistlines or having
> low levels of good cholesterol.
> Although the researchers' analysis adjusted the data for lifestyle-related
> factors like high calorie intake and less physical activity -- factors
> that could help to explain the link between soda consumption and metabolic
> risks -- the report falls short of proving exactly who or what should take
> the blame, Vasan said.
> "One of the important questions is, 'Is it the soda drinker or the soda?"
> he said.
> Researchers theorize that consumption of sweet drinks might condition a
> desire for sweeter foods, or that drinking more during one meal can lead
> to more solid food consumption during the next meal.
> Another theory posits that fructose corn syrup in regular soft drinks can
> contribute to weight gain, insulin resistance and diabetes. But the
> study's finding that diet and regular soda drinkers face similar risks
> presents a curveball for the corn syrup argument because diet drinks are
> flavored with artificial sweeteners, Vasan said, adding that the burden
> will fall to nutritional scientists to research the topic more.
>
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> (07-23) 13:23 PDT SAN FRANCISCO --
Adults who consume at least one soft drink a day are more likely to develop risk factors for heart disease than
> those who don't, even if the beverage is diet, according to a study
> published today in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association.
> Researchers studying about 3,500 middle-aged men and women as part of a
> larger, long-term heart study found an association between daily soft
> drink consumption and an increased risk of developing metabolic syndrome.
> People with metabolic syndrome -- a combination of factors like high blood
> pressure and elevated triglycerides -- are more likely to suffer diabetes
> and heart disease.
> "In this group of middle-aged adults, consumption of just one or more soft
> drinks per day seemed to increase the risk of developing metabolic
> syndrome by about 50 percent" whether the drink was artificially sweetened
> or not, said Dr. Ramachandran Vasan, senior author of the Framingham Heart
> Study and an associate professor at Boston University School of Medicine.
> The study adds to an array of scientific evidence showing that consumption
> of sugar-sweetened drinks increase the risk of heart disease. Past studies
> have linked the consumption of both diet and regular sodas with childhood
> and adolescent obesity and increased risk of high blood pressure in
> adults.
> Compared to those who drank fewer than one soft drink daily, participants
> who drank one or more a day had about a 30 percent greater risk of
> developing new-onset diabetes, adding inches to their waistlines or having
> low levels of good cholesterol.
> Although the researchers' analysis adjusted the data for lifestyle-related
> factors like high calorie intake and less physical activity -- factors
> that could help to explain the link between soda consumption and metabolic
> risks -- the report falls short of proving exactly who or what should take
> the blame, Vasan said.
> "One of the important questions is, 'Is it the soda drinker or the soda?"
> he said.
> Researchers theorize that consumption of sweet drinks might condition a
> desire for sweeter foods, or that drinking more during one meal can lead
> to more solid food consumption during the next meal.
> Another theory posits that fructose corn syrup in regular soft drinks can
> contribute to weight gain, insulin resistance and diabetes. But the
> study's finding that diet and regular soda drinkers face similar risks
> presents a curveball for the corn syrup argument because diet drinks are
> flavored with artificial sweeteners, Vasan said, adding that the burden
> will fall to nutritional scientists to research the topic more.
>
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Monday, June 29, 2009
Broccoli to the Defense
Broccoli to the defense
JUST a few more portions of broccoli each week may
protect men from prostate cancer, British researchers
reported.
The researchers believe a chemical in the
food sparks hundreds of genetic
changes, activating some genes that
fight cancer and switching off others
that fuel tumors, said Richard Mithen,
a biologist at Britain’s Institute of Food
Research.
There is plenty of evidence linking a
healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables to
reduce cancer risk. But the study published in
the Public Library of Science journal, PLoS One, is the first human trial investigating the potential
biological mechanism at work, Mithen added in a telephone interview.
"Everybody says eat your vegetables but nobody can tell us why," said Mithen, who led the study.
"Our study shows why vegetables are good."
Prostate is the second leading cancer killer of men after lung cancer. Each year, some 680,000 men
worldwide are diagnosed with the disease and about 220,000 will die from it.
Mithen and colleagues split into two groups 24 men with pre-cancerous lesions that increase prostate
cancer risk and had them eat four extra servings of either broccoli or peas each week for a year.
The researchers also took tissue samples over the course of the study and found that men who ate
broccoli showed hundreds of changes in genes known to play a role in fighting cancer.
The benefit would likely be the same in other cruciferous vegetables that contain a compound called
isothiocyanate, including brussel sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, rocket or arugula, watercress and
horse radish, they added.
Broccoli, however, has a particularly powerful type of the compound called sulforaphane, which the
researchers think gives the green vegetable an extra cancer-fighting kick, Mithen said.
"When people get cancer, some genes are switched off and some are switched on," he said. "What
broccoli seems to be doing is switching on genes which prevent cancer developing and switching off
other ones that help it spread."
The broccoli eaters showed about 400 to 500 of the positive genetic changes with men carrying a
gene called GSTM1 enjoying the most benefit. About half the population have the gene, Mithen said.
The researchers did not track the men long enough to see who got cancer but said the findings
bolster the idea that just a few more vegetable portions each week can make a big difference.
It is also likely that these vegetables work the same way in other parts of the body and probably
protect people against a whole range of cancers, Mithen added.
"You don’t need a huge change in your diet," he said. "Just a few more portions makes a big
difference."
JUST a few more portions of broccoli each week may
protect men from prostate cancer, British researchers
reported.
The researchers believe a chemical in the
food sparks hundreds of genetic
changes, activating some genes that
fight cancer and switching off others
that fuel tumors, said Richard Mithen,
a biologist at Britain’s Institute of Food
Research.
There is plenty of evidence linking a
healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables to
reduce cancer risk. But the study published in
the Public Library of Science journal, PLoS One, is the first human trial investigating the potential
biological mechanism at work, Mithen added in a telephone interview.
"Everybody says eat your vegetables but nobody can tell us why," said Mithen, who led the study.
"Our study shows why vegetables are good."
Prostate is the second leading cancer killer of men after lung cancer. Each year, some 680,000 men
worldwide are diagnosed with the disease and about 220,000 will die from it.
Mithen and colleagues split into two groups 24 men with pre-cancerous lesions that increase prostate
cancer risk and had them eat four extra servings of either broccoli or peas each week for a year.
The researchers also took tissue samples over the course of the study and found that men who ate
broccoli showed hundreds of changes in genes known to play a role in fighting cancer.
The benefit would likely be the same in other cruciferous vegetables that contain a compound called
isothiocyanate, including brussel sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, rocket or arugula, watercress and
horse radish, they added.
Broccoli, however, has a particularly powerful type of the compound called sulforaphane, which the
researchers think gives the green vegetable an extra cancer-fighting kick, Mithen said.
"When people get cancer, some genes are switched off and some are switched on," he said. "What
broccoli seems to be doing is switching on genes which prevent cancer developing and switching off
other ones that help it spread."
The broccoli eaters showed about 400 to 500 of the positive genetic changes with men carrying a
gene called GSTM1 enjoying the most benefit. About half the population have the gene, Mithen said.
The researchers did not track the men long enough to see who got cancer but said the findings
bolster the idea that just a few more vegetable portions each week can make a big difference.
It is also likely that these vegetables work the same way in other parts of the body and probably
protect people against a whole range of cancers, Mithen added.
"You don’t need a huge change in your diet," he said. "Just a few more portions makes a big
difference."
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Baby Carrots -- MUST READ
I came across this article earlier today and thought that everyone should take a look at it.
The small cocktail (baby) carrots you buy in small plastic
bags are made using the larger crooked or deformed carrots
which are put through a machine which cuts and shapes them
into cocktail carrots - most people probably know this
already.
What you may not know and should know is the
following:
Once the carrots are cut and shaped into cocktail carrots
they are dipped in a solution of water and chlorine in order
to preserve them. (this is the same chlorine used in your
pool).
Since they do not have their skin or natural
protective covering, they give them a higher dose of
chlorine.
You will notice that once you keep these carrots in
your refrigerator for a few days, a white covering will form
on the carrots. This is the chlorine which resurfaces. At
what cost do we put our health at risk to have esthetically
pleasing vegetables?
Chlorine is a very well-known carcinogen, which
causes Cancer.. I thought this was worth passing on. Pass it
on to as many people as possible in hopes of informing them
where these carrots come from and how they are
processed.
I used to buy those baby carrots for vegetable dips. Not
any more...
The small cocktail (baby) carrots you buy in small plastic
bags are made using the larger crooked or deformed carrots
which are put through a machine which cuts and shapes them
into cocktail carrots - most people probably know this
already.
What you may not know and should know is the
following:
Once the carrots are cut and shaped into cocktail carrots
they are dipped in a solution of water and chlorine in order
to preserve them. (this is the same chlorine used in your
pool).
Since they do not have their skin or natural
protective covering, they give them a higher dose of
chlorine.
You will notice that once you keep these carrots in
your refrigerator for a few days, a white covering will form
on the carrots. This is the chlorine which resurfaces. At
what cost do we put our health at risk to have esthetically
pleasing vegetables?
Chlorine is a very well-known carcinogen, which
causes Cancer.. I thought this was worth passing on. Pass it
on to as many people as possible in hopes of informing them
where these carrots come from and how they are
processed.
I used to buy those baby carrots for vegetable dips. Not
any more...
Friday, June 19, 2009
My Wellness and My Nutrition
I Post a lot about nutrition. I strongly believe, and I think the articles that I have posted back up the fact that multivitamins are great, but do not perform the entire job. Plant Chemicals, also known as Phytochemicals have a major job that multivitamins simply can not perform. It’s like asking a car to blast off like a rocket ship. Maybe it can, but the tools are just not there. Plant chemicals provide the synergy needed for the Nutrition to actually get to your Muscles and Organs instead of your toilet. I guess you can say that Fruits and Vegetables are more economical items for nutrition than multivitamins. What you pay for, your body uses.
I would also like to admit that I distribute JuicePlus. That is why you see a link on this blog. I will admit that I believe JuicePlus is the reason why my body is strong. I used to get the flu every year, but have not gotten it for 10 years. I am not a doctor or a research scientist so, what I just said are my words alone. I cannot say that JuicePlus has kept me well, I can just say that I have had no issues for 10 years. Coincidence?
That is dramatic, but you should know that I have MS and I am totally paralyzed. I can not move and this article is being written with my voice. When you can not move, your body does not move around its fluids very readily. That alone can lead to health issues. I am healthier at this point in my life than I ever have been. I will shut up now because I do not want to repeat myself. I would really like to hear about other people and any issues they are forced to deal with. Please post on this blog, send me an e-mail message or a link to your website so that others can hear about your success.
I would also like to admit that I distribute JuicePlus. That is why you see a link on this blog. I will admit that I believe JuicePlus is the reason why my body is strong. I used to get the flu every year, but have not gotten it for 10 years. I am not a doctor or a research scientist so, what I just said are my words alone. I cannot say that JuicePlus has kept me well, I can just say that I have had no issues for 10 years. Coincidence?
That is dramatic, but you should know that I have MS and I am totally paralyzed. I can not move and this article is being written with my voice. When you can not move, your body does not move around its fluids very readily. That alone can lead to health issues. I am healthier at this point in my life than I ever have been. I will shut up now because I do not want to repeat myself. I would really like to hear about other people and any issues they are forced to deal with. Please post on this blog, send me an e-mail message or a link to your website so that others can hear about your success.
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