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Anti-Aging (17 Articles)

Gingko

Gingko biloba is one of the most popular plant extracts in Europe and has recently received approval in Germany for the treatment of dementia. Gingko comprises several compounds that appear to act together as antioxidants. The properties of gingko make it a promising treatment candidate for Alzheimer's disease, as the disease is a result of nerve degeneration and cell damage. Gingko greatly enhances circulation, helps prevent blood clots and treats diabetic peripheral vascular disease. Also noteworthy are its uses in the treatment of impotency; a study in the Journal of Urology showed improved erections within eight weeks of ongoing gingko...

Colostrum FAQ's

What is Colostrum and where does NOW® Colostrum come from?Colostrum is the pre-milk fluid secreted by cows in the first hours after birth. It is a nutrient-rich dairy product that supplies immune system factors to young calves to stimulate their immune systems and protect them from infections.NOW® Colostrum is taken from cattle raised in America, specifically North Dakota and northern Wisconsin, during the first 12 hours after birth. The extraction process is humane and does not adversely affect the mother cow or calf. The calf still gets adequate amounts of colostrum from nursing.NOW® Colostrum is carefully screened for impurities and...

Citrimax FAQ's

What is Citrimax and when is the best time to take it?Citrimax is a dietary ingredient that contains hydroxycitric acid (HCA), a natural compound found in an exotic fruit called Garcinia cambogia. Studies conducted on this substance found that it supports weight management without affecting the nervous system. It also appears that HCA helps the body inhibit the conversion of carbohydrates into fat. Because it inhibits carbohydrate conversion, we recommend you take Citrimax and Citrimax-containing supplements 30-60 minutes before a meal. Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure...

Views Differs on FDA's Ability to Police Supplements

By DAVID SCHEPPTHE JOURNAL NEWS(Original Publication: March 18, 2007) Three studies released in 2005 that warned that taking high doses of Vitamin E could significantly harm human health were the latest such reports that have questioned the safety of nutritional supplements.The threat of serious health effects led Consumers Reports magazine to advise its readers to refrain from taking Vitamin E supplements to prevent disease, noting that people get adequate amounts from eating nuts and vegetable oils that are rich in the nutrient.As a consumer-products testing organization the Yonkers-based publication periodically tests nutritional supplements.A report in February on dollar-store multivitamins, for...

Enhanced Immunocompetence by Garlic: Role in Bladder Cancer and Other Malignancies

Of the many beneficial actions of garlic, inhibition of the growth of cancer is perhaps the most remarkable. Our previous animal studies demonstrated that aged garlic extract was highly effective, and unlike the approved immunotherapy for human bladder cancer, bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG), garlic was effective when added to the diet. To elucidate the mechanism of this antitumor effect, the literature describing antitumor and immune-enhancing effects of garlic is reviewed. Garlic can detoxify carcinogens by stimulation of cytochrome P450 enzymes, antioxidant activity or sulfur compound binding. Studies demonstrate a direct toxic effect of garlic to sarcoma and gastric, colon, bladder and...

Reduce Arthritis

Celebrity fitness guru Harley Pasternak on how to protect your body Updated: 11:01 a.m. CT May 29, 2007 Celebrity fitness and nutrition specialist Harley Pasternak, author of "5-Factor Fitness" and its highly anticipated follow-up book, "5-Factor Diet," has worked with Hollywood's biggest starts, including Halle Berry, Eva Mendes, Jessica Simpson, Kanye West, Orlando Bloom and Mandy Moore. Here's his advice to help keep joints working and pain-free: As we age, a common ailment is joint pain and inflammation, otherwise known as arthritis. About 46 million American adults (about 1 in 5) have some form of arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid...

Summer Skin Preservation

Indulge In Skin Preservation This Summer - Tips to Abide by When Going Outdoors (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Spring has certainly sprung and summertime is just around the corner. Although this is one of the most popular times of the year to start discussing ways to protect our skin from the damage summer sun can do, protecting your skin from weather and environmental elements should be a year-round effort. Dr. Jeanine Downie, MD, director of image Dermatology in Montclair, New Jersey, and co-author of the book Beautiful Skin of Color, explains the causes of skin damage and aging and what we can...

Healthful & Youthful

Eating certain foods might be as effective as a trip to the plastic surgeon. Kathy Belcher of Louisville, program director for the Southeast Dairy Association, said a well-balanced diet of dairy, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and vitamin E-rich foods is nature's key to the fountain of youth. A diet of colorful fruits and vegetables; milk, cheese and yogurt; tuna and salmon; whole grains such as wild rice, oats and barley, and vitamin E foods such as sunflower seeds, walnuts and almonds has been shown to ward off the effects of aging. The top five "fountain of youth" food groups...

Green Tea to Fight Wrinkles

(KDKA) PITTSBURGH Forget those expensive skincare creams; the newest secret weapon in the fight against wrinkles may already be in your kitchen cabinet!New studies show that green tea -- in its purest form -- can fight the signs of aging."Theoretically, green tea is a panacea. It's a wonderful thing for the skin," explains Dermatologist Dr. Miriam Cummings. "It stops inflammation," Dr. Cummings adds. "It stops DNA from being damaged. It stops the sun from burning the skin; so in a perfect world it's the perfect thing to use on your skin."But while Cummings says green tea shows great promise, she...

Eating Younger

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Alpha Lipoic Acid for Fat Loss and Anti-Aging

The importance and characteristics of Alpha-Lipoic Acid was first discovered by scientists in the 1950s. Since then it has been the subject of many research projects around the world (both human and animal). Some have claimed that its antioxidant properties can prevent or treat many age-related diseases such as heart disease, strokes and cataracts.In 1999 Berkeley Wellness took a look at this much-touted supplement and concluded that it might one day prove to be very important but that it was too early to recommend it. Since that time, though, many more studies have been completed and the benefits of ALA...

Berries Boost Brain Power

September 13, 2006 As 77 million baby boomers face retirement, many are reaching for foods high in antioxidants, hoping to slow the diminished function that often occurs with aging. New findings reported by Agricultural Research Service (ARS)-funded scientists suggest they may be on the right track. Laboratory animals that were fed berry extracts--and then treated to accelerate the aging process--were protected from damage to brain function, the researchers report. ARS is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency. Psychologist Barbara Shukitt-Hale, neuroscientist James Joseph and psychologist Amanda Carey of the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on...

Unified Theory on Aging

A.D.N.J. de Grey, B.N. Ames, J.K. Andersen, A. Bartke, J. Campisi, C.B. Heward, R.J.M. McCarter, G. StockDepartment of Genetics, University of Cambridge Cambridge, UK Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of California, Berkeley, California USA; Buck Institute for Aging Research, Novato, California USA; Department of Physiology, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Carbondale, Illinois USA; Life Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, California USA; Kronos Longevity Research Institute, Phoenix, Arizona USA; Department of Physiology, University of Texas Health Sciences Center, San Antonio, Texas USA; Department of Neuropsychiatry and Biobehavior, University of California, Los Angeles, California USA.Aging is a...

How Fast are you Aging?

Wednesday, January 31, 2007Science has made stunning discoveries in this area of human interest, it's something we all want to know -- can we slow down the process of aging, can we live longer and if so, how? It's a highly technical subject, too detailed to look at in-depth within just one article.But, we can give you some powerful pointers to help slow down the aging process and increase your chances of a healthier old age.With these facts at your fingertips, you'll be in a better position choosing the nutritional products you need for improved health.What Determines your Biological Age?Our...

Five Things That Fight Aging

24th December 2006, Author: Carol Stack No one wants their body to age, weaken and to look old and wrinkled. That's why anti-aging products are so popular. There are many factors fighting against us to keep our youthful looking skin including, sun, wind, the foods we eat, or the lack of hydration our skin so desperately needs.However, to stay young-looking doesn't require a trip to the drug store for the latest cream. There are four things that can greatly assist our bodies to fight aging: Good nutrition, drinking lots of water, adequate sleep and daily exercise.Factors that Cause AgingGenetics, gravity...

25 Anti-Aging Tips

How to take off 10 years or more-and look and feel better than ever By Andreas Von Bubnoff and Joanna LloydWe used to think our fate was in the cards--or in the stars. Now, thanks to research unlocking the secrets to living longer and better, we know different. It turns out that 70% of the factors influencing life expectancy are due to good choices and good luck--not good genes. What are the moves that will peel off the years? Prevention asked dozens of scientists studying aging, exercise, nutrition, and related fields which changes deliver the biggest payoff. Turn the page...

Drink Juice to Prevent Alzheimer's?

Healthnotes Newswire (November 2, 2006)Can drinking more juice really help prevent Alzheimer's disease? Apparently so, says a study released in the American Journal of Medicine.By Kimberly Beauchamp, NDPeople who eat more fruits and vegetables have lower rates of many diseases – cancer, heart disease, and diabetes to name just a few. In a landmark trial, researchers have found yet another reason to add some more of these foods to your diet: people who drink at least three glasses of fruit or vegetable juice each week may have a 76% lower chance of suffering from Alzheimer's disease.Alzheimer's disease is a brain...




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