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With cold and flu season now
in full swing, there are a lot of stuffy noses and scratchy throats. And if you
have young, school-age children like me, you’re even more susceptible to these
common seasonal symptoms…
Congestion is no fun, and can
sometimes be painful. However, you may be able to find relief with something as
simple as essential oils. These botanical remedies are “small,” but they are
mighty.
Today, we have an essential
oil blend to share with you that can help open your respiratory passages and
have you breathing a bit more freely.
Essential oils might seem like
a modern remedy, but they’re actually quite ancient. Dating back as early as
4500 BC, ancient Egyptians were recorded as having used these oils for cosmetic
and medicinal purposes – and they were clearly on to something.
They are produced by
distilling oil from a plant, usually via steaming or pressing. The therapeutic
oils are typically found in the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, or fruits. And
they’re now being used to combat various conditions including anxiety, depression,
nausea, insomnia, and even cold and flu symptoms like that congestion we talked
about above.
There are a number of
different oils that can be used to help relieve congestion, but a recipe I like
to use consists of peppermint, oregano, tea tree, and lemon.
And here’s why…
Peppermint Oil
Seems kind of fitting to use
peppermint during the winter months, doesn’t it? (Think candy canes…) But in
all seriousness, peppermint essential oil gets an A+ when used for respiratory
conditions.
This is because of its main
component: menthol. That’s right, the same component you find in most
over-the-counter throat lozenges and chest rubs.
Peppermint oil helps to soothe
the throat by relaxing the muscles of your windpipe, and it has a cooling
effect on sore throats.
And further earning it the A+
grade, peppermint (mentha piperita) has natural anti-inflammatory, antiviral,
and antibacterial properties — all the things you look for and need when
battling colds and viruses.
Oregano Oil
Similar to peppermint oil, oregano
oil also has antimicrobial and antiviral properties that help your body fend
off those unwanted germs.
But along with fighting
infection, oregano oil, when used in aromatherapy, can aid your respiratory
tract by suppressing coughing fits and loosening up a buildup of phlegm and
mucus. That alone will do wonders when suffering from congestion.
Tea Tree Oil
One of the most widely used
essential oils, tea tree oil is nature’s antiseptic. It gets to the root of the
infection and works to inhibit the growth of bacteria that causes sinus and
respiratory issues.
What makes tea tree oil so
effective as a remedy for cough and colds is that it can kill airborne viruses
and bacteria. It becomes your body’s first line of defense, killing potential
germs before they even have a chance to enter and attack your body.
**Note – Use caution when
using tea tree oil around children and pets.
Lemon Oil
A popular essential oil
because of its fresh, clean scent, lemon oil is often added into aromatherapy
blends to act as a bronchodilator, by relaxing the air passageways and
increasing airflow to the lungs. Lemon oil is a potent anti-inflammatory that
reduces stress, eases breathing and supports overall respiratory function.
Biological Activities and
Safety of Citrus spp. Essential Oils
Citrus fruits have been a
commercially important crop for thousands of years. In addition, Citrus
essential oils...
When you blend these four
healing oils together, you get one powerful remedy to help treat respiratory
and nasal congestion.
Here’s a recipe for your own
respiratory-opening essential oil blend:
Natural Essential Oil
Decongestant
Ingredients:
15 drops of Peppermint
15 drops of Oregano
15 drops of Tea Tree
15 drops of Lemon
Instructions:
Using a diffuser is a great
way to safely enjoy the oils over a longer period of time. Simply follow the
manufacturer’s directions for water to oil ratio. The diffuser will disperse
the essential oils into the air of a room. You can also make your own air
diffuser by adding essential oils to a spray bottle with water. Spritzing into
the air will create a similar effect as a store-bought diffuser.
*The number of drops above is
just a suggestion. The important thing is to use the 4 ingredients in equal
proportion to each other.
Other ways to use essential
oils:
Essential oils can be
dispensed in a variety of ways. The easiest way to use essential oils is to put
a few drops on your palms, rub your hands together, cup your hands over your
mouth and nose, and take a few deep breaths.
You can also inhale them using
steam. Add a few drops to your steaming bath, or add them to a bowl of hot
water, cover your head with a towel and inhale the steam for several minutes.
If congested, add a couple of
drops to your pillowcase and place the essential oil-side down before going to
sleep.
If you want to use topically,
it’s best to dilute them with a carrier oil such as coconut or avocado oil
before applying to your skin. Once diluted you can apply to your wrists, neck,
or other pressure points.
*Essential oils are natural
and safe; however, it’s important to listen to your body. Everyone reacts to
them differently. Pay attention to how they are making you feel. Remember… a
little goes a long way!
It’s truly amazing what these
beautiful oils can achieve.
Stay curious,
Nick Polizzi
Host of Remedy: Ancient
Medicine for Modern Illness
and Founder, The Sacred
Science
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Elderberry Confirmed as Immunity Booster
Analysis by Dr. Joseph MercolaFact Checked
elderberries confirmed as immunity booster
STORY AT-A-GLANCE
Research found compounds in black elderberry (Sambucus
nigra) could directly inhibit viral entry into cells and subsequent
replication, in part attributed to the anthocyanidin responsible for the vivid
purple coloring of the fruit
Flu is caused by the influenza virus, triggering fever,
cough, sore throat, muscle aches and fatigue lasting five to seven days; you
may be infectious up to 24 hours before your first symptom
Flu vaccines are produced before the first seasonal
outbreak, so manufacturers can only estimate which viruses to include in the
vaccine; according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the flu
vaccine has been less than 50% effective more than half the time in the past 14
years
Elderberries are high in phytonutrients but must be cooked
thoroughly before use as they contain a poisonous cyanide-producing chemical.
In addition to elderberry, using quercetin during a viral illness may reduce
the length of your illness
Elderberries have been used for hundreds of years for their
health benefits. Many believe the high number of antioxidants in the berries
contribute to its ability to fight the flu, support the immune system and
relieve colds. Elderberries are the fruit of the Sambucus tree, the most common
of which is Sambucus nigra.1
Recipes using elderberries for medicinal purposes have been recorded dating back to ancient Egypt, where they were used as a skin and burn potion.3 Historians generally credit Hippocrates as the first physician to use it, who described the elderberry as his "medicine chest."4
Herbal products and folk medicines have been used for centuries to combat a range of ailments, sometimes to the embarrassment of modern scientists. A chemical and biomolecular engineering research team from the University of Sydney focused a new study5 on the phytochemicals and compounds found in elderberries that may positively affect health.
Elderberry Extract May Minimize Flu Symptoms
Although there are several different types of elderberry
plants, the most commonly known and studied is the Sambucus nigra. Supplements
are available as syrup, gummies, lozenges, pills and tea, and were believed to
work by supplying antioxidants and supporting the natural immune support
response.6
In the current study,7 researchers found compounds in the elderberry could directly inhibit the flu virus's entrance into cells and subsequent replication. Flu-fighting properties had been observed in previous studies, but this group examined the actual mechanism the phytochemicals used to combat the influenza infection.
The researchers used commercially cultivated elderberries, which were used for elderberry juice serum. They applied this to cells before, during and after they had infected them with the influenza virus. As expected, the juice was effective at stopping the virus from infecting the cells.8
However, they were surprised to find the juice also effectively inhibited replication after the cells had been infected with the virus. The authors found this significant since blocking the virus at several stages increases the potential it may inhibit infection. Study author Fariba Dehghani, Ph.D., commented:9
"In addition to that, we identified that the elderberry solution also stimulated the cells to release certain cytokines, which are chemical messengers that the immune system uses for communication between different cell types to coordinate a more efficient response against the invading pathogen."
The team also discovered the antiviral activity was in part attributed to the anthocyanidin compounds, phytonutrients responsible for the vivid purple coloring in the fruit. The study supported the results of a previous study10 in which adults suffering from flu-like symptoms who took elderberry syrup had their illnesses clear on average four days sooner than those who took a placebo syrup.
Another study11 tested the effectiveness of an elderberry product on 312 overseas air travelers. The researchers found there was not a statistically significant difference in the number who acquired a cold, but those taking the syrup had a shorter duration and less severe cold symptoms than the control group.
Key Facts About the Flu
Influenza, commonly called flu, is a contagious respiratory
illness that may cause mild to severe symptoms. Although some of the symptoms
are similar, flu is different from a cold caused by a separate set of viruses.
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),12 flu
symptoms may occur rapidly and include:
Fever or feeling feverish and experiencing chills
Muscle or body aches
Headaches
Sore throat
Cough
Runny or stuffy nose
Fatigue
Some may experience vomiting and diarrhea, although this is more common in children than adults. Most think of flu season occurring between October and May when millions across the U.S. contract the virus.13 However, while this is the most common time, the virus may spread at any time during the year.
Wintertime flu is more common as the virus lives longer indoors during the winter months when the air is less humid than it is outside. During the winter, we also tend to spend more time indoors and have closer contact with others, making it easier for the virus to spread.14
The virus spreads through the air after an individual who is infected sneezes, coughs or speaks. Sometimes it may be passed through an object that's been touched or coughed on. An individual may touch the contaminated item and then touch their nose or mouth, at which time the virus enters their system.
While there are more than 100 different viruses known to trigger cold symptoms, there are only four influenza viruses.16,17 Scientists have named them Types A, B, C and D.
Type A flu viruses may be found in different animals as well as humans, including ducks, chickens, horses, pigs and seals.18 Type B viruses only affect people. Type C viruses cause mild respiratory symptoms while Type A and B are responsible for seasonal outbreaks. Type D is associated with cattle and so far has not been known to infect humans.19
The Flu Vaccine Will Always Struggle To Be Effective
Each year the influenza virus changes slightly, which the
CDC describes as drift or shift.20 In some years, this means flu symptoms may
be mild as your body was exposed to a similar virus and has produced antibodies
to fight the infection. Approximately every 10 years to 40 years the virus undergoes
a major change and more people get severe symptoms and a pandemic may arise.21
Vaccines are produced before flu season begins, so scientists must resort to an educated guess as to how the virus may have changed from the year before to adjust their vaccine for the current year.
According to the CDC, three production technologies have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), including egg-based vaccines, cell-based vaccines and recombinant vaccines.22
Each is made by manufacturers in the private sector. Over the last 14 seasons, CDC data show the vaccine is less than 50% effective more than half the time.23 As just one example, the CDC estimated the overall effectiveness for the 2017 flu vaccine was a modest 38%.
Steer Clear of Drugs to Treat the Flu
Should you or your child be infected with the influenza
virus, your doctor or pediatrician may recommend Tamiflu.24 However, it's
important to note this antiviral drug shortens flu symptoms by less than 17
hours,25 does not reduce viral spread, and does not lessen your risk of
complications such as pneumonia.26
A review of the literature by the Cochrane group also warns that the health risks associated with Tamiflu could far outweigh the benefits.27 Many pharmaceutical drugs come with side effects, and Tamiflu is not exempt. Risks may include seizures, brain infections, psychosis and other neuropsychiatric problems.
A 2015 study28 reported how a 22-year-old man experienced auditory hallucinations, memory deterioration, mood swings, suicidal feelings and insomnia after taking the drug. An ABC News story29 described how a 6-year-old girl started hallucinating and attempted to jump out a second-story window after taking Tamiflu.
Another study30 found more than half of all children suffered side effects from Tamiflu. A journalist in the Atlantic noted,31 "The only people helped by the proven-to-be-ineffective drug are its manufacturers." A 2013 Forbes32 article spelled out several flaws in the science behind Tamiflu, and how the benefits were overstated.
While researchers found elderberry products could reduce
cold and flu symptoms without the side effects associated with the flu shot or
antiviral medications, the berries may also have additional benefits. If you
choose to pick your own elderberries, they may be used to make juice, wine,
extracts, syrups and jams.34
When picking, seek out blue, dark purple or black fruit as only these varieties may be eaten.35 It is crucial that they are completely ripened and you cook them thoroughly before ingesting since the raw berries are poisonous, containing a cyanide-producing chemical.36In addition to the flu fighting benefits, elderberries may also:
Promote detoxification37
Reduce cardiovascular disease38
Promote wound healing39
Soften skin and treat acne40
Soothe sunburns41
Promote the healing of sprains and bruises42
Naturally Support Your Immune System
Your immune system is your first line of defense against
infections, so the most effective method of preventing illness is support your
immune system. Your diet and other lifestyle factors are foundational to immune
function. Nutrition may be the most vital component in maintaining — or gaining
— a healthy immune system.
Successfully running the gauntlet of flu season may be simply a matter of keeping your immune system boosted by applying a few key health strategies. Aside from school and work, other points at which your immune system might be compromised include during travel, and when you are sleep deprived or stressed out.
1 Medical News Today, October 9, 2018
2 The Herb Society of America, 2013
3 Journal of Dietary Supplements January 2014
4 BMC Complement Altern Med 2011; 11: 16
5, 7 Journal of Functional Food, 2019;54:353
6 Discover. What Is Elderberry Good For? May 2, 2022
8, 9 Science Daily, April 23, 2019
10 Journal of International Medical Research,
2004;32(2):132
11 Nutrients, 2016;8(4):182
12 Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Key Facts
About Influenza
13 Kids Health, Flu Facts
14 CDC. How Flu Spreads
15 Harvard Health Publishing, How Long Does the Flu Last?
16, 19 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Types of
Influenza Viruses September 27, 2017
17 Stat Pearls, Influenza February 18, 2019
18 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Transmission
… Between Animals and People, February 10, 2015
20 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, How the Flu
Virus Changes
21 CDC Pink Book May 16, 2018
22 Center for Disease Control and Prevention, How Influenza
Vaccines are Made
23 CDC, February 15, 2018. Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
Effectiveness, 2005-2018
24 Mayo Clinic, Influenza (Flu) April 11, 2019
25, 26 BMJ 2014;348:g2545
27 Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2014, Issue 4.
Art. No.: CD008965
28 Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neuroscience, 2015; 13(2):
209–211
29 ABC News, January 16, 2018
30 Eurosurveillance July 2009; 14(30)
31 The Atlantic February 19, 2013
32 Forbes, January 8, 2013
33 Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Preventive
Steps
34 Utah State University Extension, Elderberry in the
Garden
35 The Spruce, January 9, 2019
36 Molecules. 2021 Mar; 26(5): 1384
37 The Alchemists Kitchen, Elderberry: Queen of Herbs
38 International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
2017;18(3):584
39 Cure Joy, September 21, 2017
40 American Nutrition Association, August 6, 2017
41 Lily Farm Fresh Skin Care, Elderberry, A Medicinal Plant
42 Medscape, Elderberry
43 Ther Adv Psychopharmacol. 2012 Aug; 2(4): 131–138
From comments section:
Elderberry extracts prevented GSH depletion, ROS production, and DNA fragmentation Bioactivity tests revealed that elderberry juice was an extremely potent agent in the NO free radical scavenging process (53.06 g TE per L of juice), while in reducing excessive enzyme activity, the The best result was achieved in the inhibition of the enzyme tyrosinase (54.70 mg KAE per g of juice).
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Immunodaat, a proprietary botanical extract, contains standardized elderberry extract (Sambucus Nigra L.). Elderberry is used as an immunity enhancer for the prevention and treatment of various respiratory diseases and as an antioxidant. A prospective, multicenter, randomized, comparative, open-label clinical study was conducted in 74 subjects who recovered from post-COVID-19 symptoms of mild to moderate COVID-19 in the past.
The study concludes that the use of Immunodaat for 30 days helped normalize physical and mental symptoms that occurred due to Post COVID and prolonged COVID. Immunodaat can be considered as a safe and effective natural ingredient in the management of Post COVID-19 or prolonged COVID condition. www.medrxiv.org/.../2022.10.04.22280680v2 (2022)
3 recommendations to rescue patients from COVID-19 infection 1) People who have been exposed to nicotine prior to their exposure to the virus are "set" to be at increased risk because nicotine can directly affect the virus's putative receptor (ACE2) and lead to detrimental signaling. in the epithelial cells of the lung. Furthermore, several cytokines, including IL-2, IL-6, and TNF-, which are induced by smoking, could trigger a "cytokine storm" in COVID-19. febs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/.../febs.15303 (2020) 2) Mouth spray as recommended by Dr. Mercola.
Blocking virus entry is a potential therapeutic target, direct virus clearance in the throat by betadine oral or nasal spray could be more effective than angiotensin receptor 2 (AR2) receptor downregulation 3) The use of elderberry supplements may be effective in an early course of the disease. Although not tested in coronavirus, elderberry supplements were shown to be effective in cold and influenza by a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study and meta-analysis. Currently, since elderberry supplements can be purchased by anyone without a prescription as an over-the-counter medication, if it does not cause any significant harm, there is no reason not to use it and it can be applied early in the course of the disease.
Although there have been some reports of some cytokines being increased by elderberry supplements, elderberry supplements also have various types of other effects. In addition, we should also refer to the evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration, which could be applied to the current COVID-19 pandemic.
At this point, we should be able to guide the use of these elderberry supplements to the general population or patients with COVID-19 as follows: “Elderberry supplements can be used in people with COVID-19 in an early course of the disease , if understanding the previous efficacy of these and the possible adverse effects”. alkalinediet.com/.../ElderberryAntiViral.pdf (2021)
www.researchgate.net/profile/Ethan-Basch/publication/259696401_An_Evid.. the-Natural-Standard-Research-Collaboration.pdf --- ELDERBERRIES AS A POTENTIAL SUPPLEMENT TO IMPROVE VASCULAR FUNCTION IN A SARS-COV-2 ENVIRONMENT According to the literature, anthocyanins, a major subgroup of flavonoid polyphenols found in berries, have been well-investigated for their vascular-protective properties, as well as the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD)-related deaths.
Elderberries have previously been used as a natural remedy for the treatment of colds, flu, and consequently cardiovascular health due to a high content of cyanidin-3-glucoside (C3G), one of the main anthocyanins found in the human diet. The literature reported many studies showing that EE has both antiviral and vascular protective properties that need to be further investigated as a nutritional component used against the indirect effect of SARS-CoV-2 on vascular function. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/.../jfbc.14091 (2022)
sâmbătă, 15 octombrie 2022
Stop bone loss by eating this fruit!
by Steve Kroening, ND - October 12, 2022
Did you know that you can stop
bone loss by eating a fruit every day? This fruit is more effective than eating
dairy products and dark green vegetables.
Yep, it’s true. Eating this fruit can help prevent bone
loss. And believe it or not, it can even
reverse severe bone loss! In fact, several studies prove it.
In the first study,
researchers looked at women who were all showing signs of severe bone loss. At
the start of the study, the researchers measured the participants’ bone mineral
density in the hip, lumbar spine, and forearm. They also looked for specific
bone health indicators in their blood.
Then the researchers gave the
women a serving of prunes per day. And they did the same tests again after 3
and 6 months.
The researchers found that all
of the participants who ate prunes had their bone density increase. That’s 100%
effectiveness!
What’s more, all of them also
had decreases in a blood marker for bone resorption. That means their bones
weren’t breaking down as fast.
Other Studies Confirm These
Results
Another study compared prunes
to figs, dates, strawberries, and raisins. In this study, researchers divided
women into various groups and had them eat extra servings of one fruit per day
for a year.
After one year, there was a
considerably greater increase in bone density of the women who ate the prunes.
They found that the prunes were highly effective at slowing the breakdown of
bone.
In fact, while many of the
fruits were beneficial, the researchers said prunes are by far “the most
effective fruit in both preventing and reversing bone loss.”
A third study, a review of 24
studies, found similar results across the board. In other words, the studies
were repeated over and over again – and each study confirmed the results.
It’s the Calcium, Right?
You might assume that in order
for prunes to be so effective, they must have calcium in them. After all, your
bones need calcium to be healthy.
But prunes don’t contain any
calcium! This is important. Here’s why:
If you ask any doctor what you
should eat to promote bone health, very few of them will say prunes. Most of
them will say dairy products and dark green vegetables that contain calcium.
While there are health benefits to eating these foods, bone health isn’t at the
top of the list.
In fact, the dairy and bone
health link is a pervasive myth! One large-scale Harvard study followed 72,000
women for two decades. The researchers found no evidence that drinking milk can
prevent bone fractures or osteoporosis.
Another study looked at the amount
of milk 96,000 men drank as teenagers. The researchers found that the more milk
they consumed in their teen years, the more bone fractures they experienced as
adults.
And yet another study found
that adolescent girls who consumed the most calcium, mostly in the form of
dairy products, were at greater risk for stress fractures than those consuming
less calcium.
What about vegetables? Well,
one study looked specifically at the ability of vegetables to build bones. They
“found no significant association between vegetable intake and bone mineral
density.”
So don’t depend on dairy
products and vegetables for your bone health. And don’t take too much calcium
in supplement form. Most people don’t need to take more than 500 mg daily for
healthy bones. Taking more than that can lead to excess calcium getting into
your arteries and causing calcification.
Why Are Prunes So Effective?
While prunes don’t contain
calcium, they do contain a lot of other nutrients that are great for your
bones. These include potassium, magnesium, boron, copper, and iron, as well as
vitamins A and K. These nutrients are all known for helping prevent the loss of
bone mass.
Plus, prunes contain
chlorogenic acid and other antioxidants that may help shield bones from
oxidative damage.
So how many prunes should you
eat? Based on the results of these studies, eating just 5 or 6 prunes a day
(which is one serving) is enough to get all their bone-saving benefits. But if
you have severe bone loss, you can eat up to 10 prunes a day.
Some people, like me, like to
eat prunes right out of the bag. Others soak the prunes overnight in half a cup
of water and eat them on an empty stomach the next morning. Then they drink the
remaining water to get all the nutrients.
But if the idea of eating prunes
doesn’t sound appetizing to you, you can mix them with other ripe fruits or
vegetables. And you can incorporate them into breads or cakes; their sweet
juiciness will help replace some of the sugar in your favorite recipes.
I’ve heard from several women
who have reversed their bone loss by eating prunes, taking a bone supplement,
and exercising regularly. They all tell me this formula works better than
anything their doctor gave them.
sâmbătă, 1 octombrie 2022
Vegetarian collagen
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Vegetarian collagen — is that
really a thing? It seems like a paradox when you consider that food sources
high in collagen come from animals, and collagen supplements are made from the
bones, connective tissues, and skin of animals.
That said, vegetable-sourced
collagen supplements exist and they contain nutrients that support collagen
synthesis in the body, rather than provide a direct source of collagen. In this
article, you’ll discover everything you need to know about collagen and bone
health, including how to get collagen from a vegetarian diet and a list of 44
vegetarian sources of collagen.
What Is Collagen and Why Is it
Essential for Bone Health?
Your body contains connective
tissues, which are exactly what they sound like: tissues that connect things.
Fascia tissue, dermis (the bottom layer of your skin), muscles, tendons,
cartilage, and the tissue surrounding your hair and nails are just a few
examples.
Collagen in younger skin versus older skin
There are 28 different types
of collagen, but the following four types make up 90% of the collagen in the
human body2:
Type I: found in your connective tissue
Type II: found in joints and
the disks in your spine
Type III: found in your skin
and blood vessels
Type IV: found in your kidney,
inner ear, and eye lens
Fortunately, our bodies are
well-designed, and make their own collagen when consistently given the right
nutrients.
Collagen, like all proteins, is made up of building blocks called amino acids, which are properly structured with the help of vitamin C. Think of amino acids like Lego pieces and vitamin C like your brilliant grandchild who can build the entire castle set with only one glance at the instructions. For this reason, it’s very important to get enough vitamin C. Now, before we get into the specifics of collagen and how it impacts bone health, it’s important to know that collagen is good for more than just our bones.
5 Health Benefits of Collagen
While collagen is most
frequently mentioned in the beauty industry, its benefits go much deeper than
just our skin.
Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nail Support
There is no shortage of
products and procedures claiming to be the magic elixir for glowing, youthful
skin, luxurious hair, and long, strong nails. Collagen showed promise in one
study for improving skin elasticity in elderly women3. In others, collagen may
play a role in hair growth4 and in improving the rate of skin wound healing5.
Digestive Support
Stress of all kinds paired
with unhealthy gut microflora can cause your digestive system to become
chronically inflamed. One observational study showed that people with
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) have decreased blood serum concentrations of
collagen6. Supplementation of collagen and consumption of collagen from foods
may help soothe, seal, and repair a damaged intestinal tract.
The production of collagen
requires vitamin C and the amino acids proline and lysine. However, so does the
production of arterial plaque! If the body is using vitamin C, proline, and
lysine to make collagen in the body, it decreases the amount available to
create plaque. In this way, supporting healthy collagen production helps
support cardiovascular health7.
Collagen also gives blood vessels their elasticity; a decrease in collagen could lead to hardening of the arteries.
Collagen Boosts Metabolism
Collagen is essentially the
glue that holds our tissues together. More collagen in our tissues creates a
healthier structure for the tissue itself; it may also increase muscle mass.
Muscle (especially skeletal muscle) burns more calories than any other tissue
in the body. An increase in muscle mass increases the rate of metabolism8 to
support the tissue.
Collagen Supports and Improves Joint Health
Collagen is beneficial for
joints because it concentrates where they meet and where the connective tissue
binds together. Oral supplementation of collagen has been found to be absorbed
in the intestinal tract and incorporated into cartilage tissue in the joints.
In a small study focusing on individuals with rheumatoid arthritis, collagen
supplementation was found to significantly reduce swelling and pain in joints9.
In fact, four of the 60 participants experienced remission of their condition
during the three-month study.
Collagen and Bone Health
Your bones are made of protein
and minerals, and 90% of bone matrix proteins are made of collagen. In fact,
the combination of calcium and collagen is responsible for giving our bones
strength and flexibility. Both collagen and calcium are responsible for the
strength of your bones. And besides the obvious strength of your bones, there’s
another way your bones are strong: they’re flexible. Being flexible allows the
bone to bend instead of break in many instances, and to absorb an impact rather
than fracture. That flexibility is thanks to collagen!
Eating foods high in lysine and arginine will help spur on collagen production. So getting both of these amino acids from your diet is a good start. Technically there is no official recommended dosage specifically for lysine or arginine, but research suggests older adults may need to consume around 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Read more: Learn about protein intake and how to calculate your specific needs in Everything You Need to Know About Protein and Bone Health. Lysine and arginine supplements exist, but we suggest organic whole food sources first. Your body will absorb these better, and you’ll get a whole bunch of other nutrients too So, what nutrients do our bodies need to produce proper amounts of collagen? And how can we get enough of those nutrients on a vegetarian diet?
Vegetarian Food Sources That
Increase Collagen Production
First things first: Is there
such a thing as vegetarian collagen? The answer is no. All collagen comes from
living organisms. However, even if you don’t eat meat or animal products, you
can still increase your collagen levels by eating fruits and vegetables
plentiful in collagen-boosting nutrients. These nutrients support your body’s
natural production of collagen. Collagen is abundant in the body and acts as
the vital glue holding our bodies together. With such a vital function, the
body prioritizes collagen production. Although collagen production slows as we
age, it never stops. So if you supply your body with the proper nutrition to
make healthy collagen, the age-related decline may not be as notable or severe.
9 Nutrients That Support Collagen Production
1.Proline and hydroxyproline
are amino acids that make up 23% of collagen, and have been found to be
precursors to sustaining collagen production. They play a key role in the
stability of collagen11.
Vegetarian proline sources: asparagus, beans, buckwheat, cabbage, chives, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, peanuts, soy, and watercress.
2.Vitamin C adds oxygen and hydrogen to amino acids so that they can do their part in collagen production. If you don’t get enough vitamin C, your collagen production will slow.
Vegetarian vitamin C sources: many fruits and vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, citrus fruits, kale, kiwi, mango, papaya, peppers, pineapple, and strawberries.
3.Anthocyanin These antioxidants suppress inflammation13 and stabilize collagen (in rat studies) by preventing free radical damage and inhibiting enzymes from clinging to collagen.
Vegetarian anthocyanin sources: blackberries, blueberries, cherries, and raspberries.
4..Copper increases the production or utilization of collagen and elastin; it also helps facilitate the fibril structure of these collagens.
Vegetarian copper sources: sunflower seeds, lentils, almonds, apricots, dark chocolate, mushrooms, greens, and blackstrap molasses.
5.Lysine: Used in making collagen and protecting it from enzymatic breakdown, lysine also increases intestinal calcium absorption15.
Vegetarian lysine sources: eggs, dairy products (particularly parmesan cheese), tofu, brewer’s yeast, and spirulina.
6.(L-)Arginine: Research suggests that arginine stimulates insulin-like-growth factor-l16(IGF-1) production and collagen synthesis in osteoblast-like cells. Basically, arginine makes the cells responsible for making new bone (osteoblasts) more active.
Vegetarian arginine sources: eggs, sesame seeds, spirulina, coconut meat, cultured yogurt, kefir, and raw cheeses.
7.Vitamin A: helps stimulate the production of collagen17 and is only found in animal-derived foods (in its complete, active form called retinol). Fruits and veggies are high in phytonutrients called carotenoids (precursors of vitamin A), which the body must then convert to vitamin A.
Vegetarian sources that are high in beta-carotene, which your body must then convert to vitamin A to use: apricots, broccoli, carrots, kale, squash, and sweet potatoes.
8.Manganese increases production of collagen and elastin by increasing the enzyme responsible for proline formation, especially when healing wounds.
Vegetarian sources of manganese: leafy vegetables, nuts, pineapple, seaweed and other sea vegetables, and whole grains.
9.Zinc
is a cofactor in collagen production, meaning it activates the proteins
responsible for making collagen. The richest source of zinc is oysters, but
other zinc-rich foods are meat, poultry, fish and dairy products.
Vegetarian zinc sources: seeds, nuts, and beans.
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Ziua Internationala a Semnului π (pi)
Dupa „buna ziua’, „multumesc”, „sarut”, „inima”, „ficat’, cancer la san”, toate celea, mintile motivate de bani grei si nevoia de a umple timpul la aia care nu sunt inca robii totali ai virtualului, toate cloceli ale birocratilor atator organizatii care daca dai la o parte scliviseala si vidanjoreala, sunt de fapt gauri negre care papa legal banii nostri cu care altfel ar face ceva util dar asta ar insemna bunastare la oameni nu la animalute si alte prostii profitabile etc. Dupa toate iata azi serbam pe pi. De ce: o, ce minte luminata, e pe americaneste 03.14; taman ce exprima in cifre, evident incorect ca de fapt pi-ul e cu un infinit de zecimale; era prin copilaria mea un indian parca ce le stia pe toate, asa zicea el de fapt si atunci se mintea de pe afara, e un sir infinit de cifre... Eu as pune altfel ziua asta: mai stie cineva din sarbatoritori ce inseamna. Cam mucles, da avem la noi masinaria legata de internet, bat-o vina…
Dex
on line : pi
a) exclamație cu care se cheamă puii, găinile
sau rațele (la mâncare). – Onomatopee;
b) numele celei de-a șaisprezecea litere din
alfabetul grecesc (π), corespunzătoare literei românești p; sunet notat cu
această literă;
c) simbol matematic (π) reprezentând raportul
dintre perimetrul unui cerc și diametrul aceluiași cerc, egal cu circa 3,14;
d) cu i prelung (Fam.; adesea pronunțat cu „i”
prelungit) Exclamație care exprimă: a) bucurie, mulțumire, încântare; b)
mirare, surpriză; dezaprobare; c) repulsie, dezgust.
e) în formele pi, pfii, phiu: Exclamație care
exprimă diferite stări emotive: mirare, admirație, dispreț, necaz, durere,
bucurie. Phii, domnule, nu-ți imaginezi dumneata cită părere de bine îmi faci.
C. PETRESCU, Î. II 167. Pfii! al dracului mă doare! CARAGIALE, O. I 186. Știu
într-un loc vin bun, știi colea, phiu! EMINESCU, N. 98. Pi! Bre! Ce scandal! Ce
nelegiuire! NEGRUZZI, S. I 228. – Variante: pfii, phiu, pi interj.
Pii
da ce mai conteaza, baietii de baieti au conferinte, vidanje de dat pe media si
cate cele pentru azi. Maine ce zi o mai fi ?
FB prof. Draghici: Pe 14 martie 2019, ziua Pi, Google a lansat noua înregistrare în zecimal calculată de unul dintre angajații săi folosind mașini puternice. Noul record mondial se ridică la 31.415 miliarde zecimale. A durat 111 zile de calcule neîntrerupte pentru ca Emma Haruka Iwao să intre în Cartea Recordurilor Guinness
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Pleșu - "neologisme"
Mă aşteptam să fie vorba de crize de aclimatizare şi de micile noastre snobisme de cetăţeni ai unei ţări mici, dar vioaie. Nici gând.
S-a
ajuns la un nou limbaj de lemn, neologistic, întrebuinţat pe la posturi de
radio şi de televiziune, iar cuvinte româneşti cât se poate de utile sunt
înlocuite prosteşte de persoane care stau prost şi cu vocabularul limbii
române, şi cu gramatica ei.
Tot
soiul de absolvenţi şi absolvente de Spiru Haret, cărora li se adaugă
politicieni inepţi şi comentatori care par să-şi fi luat doctoratul la un
şpriţ, înainte de a lua notă de trecere la română în liceu se dau în bărcile
neologismelor, cu dezinvoltura prostului fudul.
Potrivit lor, nu mai avem prilejuri, avem doar
oportunităţi.
Nu mai suntem hotărâţi să facem ceva, ci determinaţi.
Nu mai realizăm, ci implementăm.
Nu mai avem cazuri, ci speţe.
Nu mai consimţim, ci achiesăm.
Serviciul de întreţinere a devenit mentenanţă.
Ceva care ţi se pare obligatoriu e un must!!!
Nu mai avem speranţe, deoarece am trecut la expectaţiuni.
Nu ne mai concentrăm, pentru că ne focusăm.
Şi nu mai aşteptăm un răspuns, ci un feedback.
Nu mai avem frizeri şi croitorese, avem hair stilişti şi creatoare
de fashion.
Cu alte cuvinte, deţinem o oportunitate pe care suntem
determinaţi să o implementăm într-o locaţie pe care am anvizajat-o, achiesând
la o mentenanţă care e un must şi asupra căreia ne focusăm in expectaţiunea
unui feed-back pozitiv!
Motto:
"Ca să înțelegi că eşti prost, trebuie
totuşi să-ţi meargă mintea !!!"
(sursa internet)
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