October Issue
Some women choose not to take even bioidentical estrogen drugs. An extract from Siberian rhubarb has been shown in human studies to relieve menopausal symptoms up to 83%. These benefits include improvements in mood such as anxiety and depression.
Reports
How Aged Garlic Extract Can Slash Heart Disease Risk
Aged garlic extract delivers broad vascular benefits including decreased inflammation and improved endothelial function. A controlled study shows regression of low-attenuation arterial plaque in people supplemented with aged garlic extract.
Using Off-Label Drugs for Cancer Prevention and Adjuvant Treatment
Cancer cells adapt to toxic environments (such as chemotherapy) and rapidly mutate to escape eradication. Prudent use of adjuvant “off-label” drugs can improve odds of a complete response.
Melatonin: A Promising Protector Against Breast Cancer
Researchers have found that melatonin can protect against breast cancer risk factors, impede the growth/spread of tumor cells, and boost the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments.
Lutein and Zeaxanthin Protect Vision While Boosting Brain Blood Flow
The plant pigments lutein and zeaxanthin have been shown to protect against macular degeneration. New research shows they also support cognitive function by enhancing brain blood flow in older people.
Reduce Risk of Stomach Ulcers and Gastritis
Japanese scientists have developed a unique combination of zinc and carnosine that helps remove H. pylori, an underlying cause of ulcers, gastritis and stomach cancer. Zinc-carnosine has been shown to reduce heartburn, belching, and stomach tenderness.
Departments
Stop the Breast Cancer Epidemic
Each year, more than 300,000 American women are diagnosed with breast cancer and approximately 40,000 die from metastatic diseases. Lifestyle factors can greatly decrease cancer risk. Synthetic hormone drugs that long ago showed serious side effects continue to be widely prescribed. For women suffering menopausal issues who don’t want to apply estrogen drugs, or can’t find a doctor to prescribe bioidentical estrogen, a new plant extract has shown remarkable benefits in human studies.
In The News
Olive oil reduces mortality, curcumin improves memory, folate lowers stroke risk, and the latest protocol in the Disease Prevention and Treatment book.
Pecans
The abundant monounsaturated fatty acids and tocopherols in pecans can help improve lipid profiles and lower the risk of gallstones, heart disease, insulin resistance, and diabetes.
The Longevity Code
In his new book, The Longevity Code: Secrets to Living Well for Longer from the Front Lines of Science, medical doctor and researcher Kris Verburgh explains why we age and how we can delay the process through new and imminent scientific breakthroughs.
Japan the Cookbook
From Japan the Cookbook, a comprehensive and collective effort from various Japanese artisans and cooks, we present three healthy recipes from this ancient cuisine.