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A Healthy Endocannabinoid System ECS Properly Regulates The Following:	Darrell Miller	10/9/20
Curcumin and Grapeseed	Darrell Miller	9/1/20
Kill bacteria, prevent bacteria from sticking to teeth, and promote salication	Darrell Miller	11/12/19
Can reishi mushrooms help prevent cancer and other life-threateningdiseases?	Darrell Miller	5/3/19
Powerful antioxidant helps us burn fat, lose weight and avoid premature aging	Darrell Miller	4/27/19
Zinc can protect against oxidative stress when it's taken togetherwith chocolate and tea	Darrell Miller	2/8/19
Alpha GPC: the Supplement that Can Boost Memory, Learning & More?	Darrell Miller	1/15/19
Eating foods rich in processed sugar increases your risk ofdepression	Darrell Miller	1/10/19
Black cumin oil combined with a low-calorie diet can modulatehormone secretion in obese women	Darrell Miller	12/7/18
The surprising benefits of Fulvic Acid	Darrell Miller	11/28/18
Protease: The Enzyme that Makes Protein & Amino Acids Tick	VitaNet, LLC Staff	10/17/18
Known as the "bliss molecule", anandamide is a natural way to stimulate a sense of happiness	VitaNet, LLC Staff	8/10/18
A natural sugar molecule, D-ribose, found to improve heart function and blood flow	Darrell Miller	7/4/18
How green tea could help prevent heart attacks	Darrell Miller	6/3/18
What is cannabidiol, or CBD, and is it right for me?	Darrell Miller	2/20/18
Best superfoods: Green tea is 'the best' superfood to detox	Darrell Miller	1/2/18
Better health a few drops away	Darrell Miller	12/23/17
Hemp Oil and Arthritis	Darrell Miller	11/13/17
Natural cannabinoids from omega-3 fatty acids combat inflammation	Darrell Miller	7/24/17
Olive Oil May Help Prevent and Treat Brain Cancer, Study Shows	Darrell Miller	6/11/17
ALL HEALING NUTRIENTS found in cannabis are made from carbon dioxide, the "miracle molecule" for plant life across our planet	Darrell Miller	6/10/17
The REAL SCIENCE behind carbon dioxide: Plants use CO2 to create CBD, THC, curcumin and all medicinal molecules	Darrell Miller	6/9/17
Is Ashwagandha a plant that can make you sleep well? Researchers believe so	Darrell Miller	5/2/17
Chinese medicine herb discovered to prevent tuberculosis infections	Darrell Miller	4/14/17
Put These 3 Ingredients In Your Coffee. After Just 2 Sips, YOUR METABOLISM WILL BE FASTER THAN EVER!	Darrell Miller	3/24/17
Heart tissue grown on spinach leaves	Darrell Miller	3/23/17
How antioxidants aid in healthy living: Vitamins C, E and beta carotene can help ward off a ...	Darrell Miller	3/2/17
Scientists discover potent trigger of inflammatory disease	Darrell Miller	2/25/17
This is How the Brain Regulates Your Sleep	Darrell Miller	2/10/17
The ketogenic diet: Why the HIGH FAT plan results in 'more effective weight loss'	Darrell Miller	2/9/17
A New Marijuana To Relieve Pain Without The High	Darrell Miller	1/19/17
Doctored marijuana gives relief to boy	Darrell Miller	1/17/17
New class of hydrogen sulfide donor molecules	Darrell Miller	1/16/17
The Conversation US: 13 ways to keep free radicals away, and why it's so important	Darrell Miller	1/8/17
Antioxidants- How To Fight With The Free Radicals	Darrell Miller	1/4/17
How Oxidative Stress Affects Multiple Sclerosis	Darrell Miller	12/25/16
UV Light May Lead Way to New Treatment for MS and Inflammation	Darrell Miller	12/10/16
New antibiotics discovered by sifting through the human microbiome	Darrell Miller	12/1/16
Two Common Food Additives Promote Colorectal Cancer	Darrell Miller	11/26/16
Sugar: What Kinds to Eat and When	Darrell Miller	11/8/16
Probiotics for Oral Health	Darrell Miller	1/12/16
A Simple Thing As Taking A Breath Causes Us To Age	Darrell Miller	11/22/15
Thyroid Health and Selenium	Darrell Miller	8/12/15
D-ribose:A Glance	Darrell Miller	7/24/15
What Are Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) And What Herbs Contain Them?	Darrell Miller	7/21/15
How Fiber Can Help Reduce Cholesterol	Darrell Miller	5/26/14
Educative And Informative Details About NADH Supplement And Its Benefits	Darrell Miller	5/12/14
Can Glutamine Improve Nitrogen Balance in the Body?	Darrell Miller	5/7/14
The Best Diffuser	Darrell Miller	5/3/14
Importance of Chlorophyll in human Body	Darrell Miller	3/22/14

A Healthy Endocannabinoid System ECS Properly Regulates The Following:

Date: October 09, 2020 10:57 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: A Healthy Endocannabinoid System ECS Properly Regulates The Following:

Understanding the ECS

Some Endocannabinoids tell out body how much inflammatory messenger molecules to release or with hold. Others tell how fast to move food through the gastrointestinal tract. Still others tell the brain to release or hold neurotransmitters to calm the brain.

Stress
Memory
Mood
Inflammation
Energy
Sleep
Metabolism
Appetite
Appetite
Pain response
Immune function
Nerve signaling
Muscle control

Age does Matter!

Aging is a major contributor to a unhealthy ECS function. Lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, exposure to toxins and stress impact and contribute to a declining ECS.

These factors cause us to product fewer endocannabinoids.
Contribute to fewer enzymes known to liberate endocannabinoids in the body.
Then, Endocannabinoid receptors loose sensitivity and don't respond well.

Any age can consume CBD and benefit from a balanced ECS. Take the plunge and try CBD today!

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Curcumin and Grapeseed

Date: September 01, 2020 11:03 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Curcumin and Grapeseed

Smoking, Chemical exposure, pesticides, nutrient deficiencies, to much sun exposure, and over the counter drugs and prescriptions can cause cancer. In the news, there are forever chemical roundup found in our water supply, it is no wonder we are laden with cancer as a society.

Fortunately, a healthy cancer preventing diet along with natural plant compounds can be far more effective and cost a lot less than conventional care alone.

Two top suggested natural medicines available right now are curcumin and grape seed extract. These two herbs are an amazing pair, curcumin is a fat soluble herb to fight oxidation on the fatty oil side in the body and grape seed extract is water soluble, making it a great antioxidant to fight oxidative stress on the water side of a cell. Cells in the body are made up of oil(fats) and water. The impact of both together on your health is virtually miraculous.

Curcumin neutralizes unstable free radicals that take electrons from nearby molecules, and stop them from creating a cascade of damaged cells. It also reduces inflammation reduces inflammation markers in the body to prevent prevent tissue degradation.

Curcumin has been shown to stop the changes that happen from free radical damage causing normal cells to become cancerous, and tumorous formations, and can even stop cancer from metastasizing or migrating to other parts of the body. Published studies anticancer activity have found that it can suppress breast, prostate, liver, skin, colon and lung cancer cells.

Curcumin Must Be Absorbed To Be Useful

One of the challenges or using curcumin for cancer prevention and treatment is that not all curcumin extracts are easily absorbable into the body. Blending curcumin in Turmeric essential oil enhances absorption and provides the additional benefits of ar-turmerone, a compound in the oil.

Curcumin Makes Chemo More Effective

There is big potential for curcumin when used with conventional treatment. BCM-95 curcumin, through research, has shown to sensitize human colon cancer cells to chemotherapy treatment where it would otherwise be resistant to this form of treatment. In some cases tumor recurrence rates can be as high as 60% but when treated with curcumin while under conventional treatment, curcumin boosted the effectiveness of the chemo drug 5-fluorouracil against cancer stem cells.

Curcumin has great potential in conjunction with conventional cancer treatment and recovery. It has been found that as chemo treatment progresses, cancer cells become resistant to the chemo treatment and the dosage has to be increased as the treatment continues increasing the toxic side effects. Fortunately, curcumin taken in conjunction with conventional cancer treatment can improve the effectiveness of chemo and so the dosage can be lowered reducing the toxic side effects for individuals. This is good news!

Curcumin Protects The Body During Cancer Treatment

In a clinical study with curcumin, it showed to alleviate side effects of one of the most common treatments of prostate cancer known as external beam radiotherapy (EBRT) where the doctor uses radiation to destroy tumorous cancel cells. This sort of therapy has many side effects making it a difficult therapy for most men. I often causes sexual dysfunction, digestive problems, urinary tract pain and loss of control. The higher the radiation dosage the more effective the treatment is but this causes significant discomfort, that is why most doctors lean towards lower dosages which makes the treatment less effective.

The clinical study administered 3000mg of BCM-95 curcumin that is 1000mg x 3 per day or a placebo one week before therapy started and during the treatment length. Each capsule of curcumin contained curcuminoids, curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin, and essential oil of turmeric, this is a full spectrum curcumin supplement.

At the end of the treatment which lasted 20 weeks the most dramatic difference between the two groups in the study was urinary symptoms. The curcumin group said a 50% decrease in symptoms or side effects of the radiation. Also, researchers noted that the curcumin did not reduce the efficacy of the EBRT.

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Kill bacteria, prevent bacteria from sticking to teeth, and promote salication

Date: November 12, 2019 03:08 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Kill bacteria, prevent bacteria from sticking to teeth, and promote salication

Destroys Bacterial Biofilm

Xylitol is a Sugar alcohol with a unique 5-carbon structure. Clinical studies suggest xylitol breaks up biofilm bacteria found in the teeth. Bacteria found in the teeth try and consume this unique 5-carbon sugar molecule, but soon discover it can not break down the sugar for food, so it expends all its energy trying to expel the sugar effectively starving out the bacteria and killing it.

Has anti-adherence Effect:

Xylitol also has anti-adherence effects within the mouth. When you brush of floss with xylitol, the bacteria in the mouth can not stick to anything, because of this the bacteria can not colonize and reproduce.

Can promote salivation:

Xylitol promotes salivation which is a natural defense system in the mouth. By consuming mints, gum, and other forms of foods that contain xyltiol, one can help prevent cavities and improve oral health. Have you had your xylitol today?

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Can reishi mushrooms help prevent cancer and other life-threateningdiseases?

Date: May 03, 2019 03:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Can reishi mushrooms help prevent cancer and other life-threateningdiseases?

Reishi mushrooms and reishi extract have substantial health benefits, especially for boosting your immune system. Reishi mushrooms include a diverse array of bioactive compounds that, collectively, may boost cellular metabolism and restore the efficiency that the immune system tends to lose over time. Studies also indicate that reishi mushroom compounds may help induce immune cells to target cancer cells more aggressively, and boost the cancer-fighting functions of the spleen and thymus. Reishi mushrooms extracts may also help boost your overall immune system response against viruses and other pathogens.

Key Takeaways:

Eating reishi mushrooms better prepares the immune system of the body for diseases that might attack it such as hepatitis B, cancer, and human immunodeficiency syndrome.
Reishi mushroom extracts have been shown to variously restrict the growth of timorous cells thereby decreasing one’s risk of getting cancer and extending one’s life.
Reishi mushroom’s status as a powerful and active superfood is made stabilized by the presence of various bio-active molecules which work together in the mushroom.

"Reishi mushroom extracts can block the human immunodeficiency virus, hepatitis B virus, and other infectious microbes from compromising the health of the targeted organs."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-28-can-reishi-mushrooms-help-prevent-cancer-and-other-life-threatening-diseases.html

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Powerful antioxidant helps us burn fat, lose weight and avoid premature aging

Date: April 27, 2019 11:30 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Powerful antioxidant helps us burn fat, lose weight and avoid premature aging

Milk thistle is known for being good for the liver, but researchers are finding more and more evidence that points to an antioxidant called glutathione being a key component as well. The powerful antioxidant called glutathione allows our bodies to kick up their natural fat burning abilities which helps trigger weight loss in an almost effortless manner. Studies have also shown that a deficiency in glutathione can cause weight gain through a reduction in mitochondrial fat burning.

Key Takeaways:

It is astonishing to note that two out of three Americans are overweight and obese and this makes them susceptible to diabetes and heart diseases.
Researchers are increasingly discovering that glutathione which is an antioxidant molecule that is produced by the body could be used in the fight against obesity and chronic disease.
This natural substance is not abundantly found in humans equally because the supply of glutathione can fall with aging and exposure environmental toxins make it more challenging to find.

"Glutathione is synthesized from the amino acids cysteine, glycine and glutamate. But, as we age, two of these “building blocks” – cysteine and glycine – decline, causing shortfalls in glutathione production."

Read more: https://www.naturalhealth365.com/antioxidant-lose-weight-2793.html

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Zinc can protect against oxidative stress when it's taken togetherwith chocolate and tea

Date: February 08, 2019 03:48 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Zinc can protect against oxidative stress when it's taken togetherwith chocolate and tea

As human cells burn energy in their processes, they give off "exhaust", if you will(cellular expiration), which can cause damage to components of the cell and surroundings. One of the byproducts in this respiration is superoxide, which may have a role in the aging process and other degenerative problems. However, there may be a metal that may help without hurting: zinc. And, some reseachers say, taking zinc with items such as chocolate or wine may enhance the process zinc has in breaking down the superoxide.

Key Takeaways:

Oxidative stress which is linked to aging and a low life expectancy can be prevented by taking zinc which activates an organic molecule preventing it.
Superoxide causes oxidative stress and it is a byproduct of the human respiratory process in the cells. This compound damages the body’s biomolecules.
For zinc to be effective, it has to be taken with a component which is a hydroquinone group found in polyphenols and can be obtained from chocolates.

"A study published in the journal Nature Chemistry suggests that the nutritional benefits of zinc can be bolstered when combined with a natural compound found in chocolate and tea."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-02-04-zinc-protects-against-oxidative-stress-with-chocolate-and-tea.html

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Alpha GPC: the Supplement that Can Boost Memory, Learning & More?

Date: January 15, 2019 04:38 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Alpha GPC: the Supplement that Can Boost Memory, Learning & More?

Alpha glycerylphosphoryl choline (alpha GPC) is source of choline that is considered a fatty acid. Alpha GPC has the potential to help cognitive function, as well as aid the body in necessary muscle contraction. Neurologists have found that not only does alpha GPC aid in promoting optimal cognitive function, but it can also help treat memory impairments associated with Alzheimer's and dementia. The muscle-related benefits also lead to higher athletic performance due to an increase in overall muscle strength.

Key Takeaways:

Because A-GPC or alpha GPC works to stimulate an important neurotransmitter to the brain when it releases choline, it is an important chemical for brain health.
Elderly people who have symptoms of dementia and want to improve it as well as athletes who want to improve their endurance and power can take alpha GPC.
Alpha GPC is a molecule that releases choline in the brain. It is found in soy lecithin and other plants as a fatty acid.

"Studies suggest that alpha GPC is one of the best nootropic brain supplements on the market."

Read more: https://draxe.com/alpha-gpc-the-supplement-that-can-boost-memory-learning-more/

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Eating foods rich in processed sugar increases your risk ofdepression

Date: January 10, 2019 08:47 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Eating foods rich in processed sugar increases your risk ofdepression

There's plenty of reason to consume a diet that is free of processed sugar already, bt after a new study suggests that eating processed sugar increases the risk of depression, there is even more reason to ensure this item is not included in your diet. The study was conducted in the U.K. and published in the Molecule Psychiatry Guide. More than 32,000 people took part in this study which also revealed an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes.

Key Takeaways:

It has been found that junk food increases the risk of depression. One more reason to reject junk food.
A research that was published in Molecular psychiatry journal showed that people who took the Mediterranean diet were less likely to have depression than those taking junk food.
This study involved several researchers from several countries and were 41 studies in all involving about 32,000 people.

"Research has shown that avoiding junk food and eating foods belonging to the Mediterranean diet instead could reduce the risk of depression."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-19-processed-sugar-increases-depression-risk.html

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Black cumin oil combined with a low-calorie diet can modulatehormone secretion in obese women

Date: December 07, 2018 09:35 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Black cumin oil combined with a low-calorie diet can modulatehormone secretion in obese women

Obese women do not have it easy at all. For anyone that struggles with obesity, you know how difficult it can be to combat these issues. However, there are some things that you can do to make sure that your hormones are not all out of wack while you are obese. The key is to have a low calorie diet so that your body is not overdoing it. Also, black cumin oil is said to help a lot as well.

Key Takeaways:

Adipokines are molecules secreted by human fat cells, which in turn have an effect on the physiology of other bodily cells.
One study utilized 50 female subjects, who were clinically obese that were then divided up into two groups of 25.
One group was administered black cumin seed oil, while the second group was administered a placebo.

"Black cumin oil, which is derived from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant, offers many health benefits."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-05-black-cumin-oil-can-modulate-hormone-secretion.html

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The surprising benefits of Fulvic Acid

Date: November 28, 2018 09:56 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The surprising benefits of Fulvic Acid

Fulvic acid provides many positive health benefits that help detox your body in such a suprising way. Your body is able to absorb fulvic acid which helps your body dispose of waste. This is because fulvic acid is high in moleculer oxygen. It can also help with low testosterone levels and sperm count in a more natural way. Nature's miracle molecule provides natural alternatives for many heatlth issues with minimal side effects. Fulvic acid is suprisingly beneficial.

Key Takeaways:

Fulvic acid is the direct result of plant decomposition, what is normally called Humic Szale.
The shale is a storehouse of an array of nutritional minerals, derived from the decomposing organic matter.
Since Fulvic acid is useful for detoxifying, it is good for arthritis sufferers, who have an abundance of waste matter causing inflammation in their joints.

"Not only is Fulvic Acid able to treat a number of ailments, but it is also loaded with a number of essential minerals our body needs. These minerals help sustain the bodily function that in turn keep us in a healthy shape. Normally, we are not able to receive some important chemical compounds from the food supply we follow."

Read more: https://tophealthjournal.com/3252/the-surprising-benefits-of-fulvic-acid/

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Protease: The Enzyme that Makes Protein & Amino Acids Tick

Date: October 17, 2018 07:52 AM
Author: VitaNet, LLC Staff (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Protease: The Enzyme that Makes Protein & Amino Acids Tick

Protease: The Enzyme that Makes Protein & Amino Acids Tick

Protease is an enzyme. People do not realize the importance that some of these enzymes have. If you ask some random person what an enzyme is, the chances are that they probably will not know. That is how uneducated many individuals are when it comes to science and what it consists of. Protein and amino acids actually rely on enzymes to tick and it is a matter of simply understanding how it works. Some people grasp it better than others.

Key Takeaways:

Because of the biological importance of proteolytic enzymes, they have been a focus of the pharmaceutical industry.
When proteins are digested, the proteolytic enzymes in the stomach break them down repeatedly to amino acids that are then absorbed by the body.
If the body cannot produce proteolytic enzymes, it cannot break down proteins and this leads to serious health issues.

"Proteases have been called biology’s version of Swiss army knives, able to cut long sequences of proteins into fragments. A protease is an enzyme that breaks the long, chainlike molecules of proteins so they can be digested."

Read more: https://draxe.com/protease/

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Known as the "bliss molecule", anandamide is a natural way to stimulate a sense of happiness

Date: August 10, 2018 05:53 PM
Author: VitaNet, LLC Staff (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Known as the "bliss molecule", anandamide is a natural way to stimulate a sense of happiness

Known as the "bliss molecule", anandamide is a natural way to stimulate a sense of happiness

Anandamide is a natural endocannabinoid produced in your body and found in certain foods that stimulates the same pleasure receptors as psychoactive THC. Anandamide and other endocannabinoids can help protect the brain from stress and damage, and encourage balanced moods and better consolidation of memories. The only two foods with large amounts of anandamide are (famously expensive) black truffles and chocolate, especially cacao powder and nibs, which are less processed. Several other foods, including black pepper, olive oil, grapes, broccoli, spinach and others can also raise your anandamide levels.

Key Takeaways:

Anandamide stimulates the same pleasure receptors that the main cannabinoid in marijuana does.
Endocannabinoids can shield the mind against major depression and PTSD.
A lack of sufficient endocannabinoids may play a significant role in diseases like Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis.

"The “bliss molecule” is a natural neurotransmitter and endocannabinoid that creates a sense of happiness, an article on Be Brain Fit stated."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-08-08-anandamide-is-a-natural-way-to-stimulate-a-sense-of-happiness.html

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A natural sugar molecule, D-ribose, found to improve heart function and blood flow

Date: July 04, 2018 09:54 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: A natural sugar molecule, D-ribose, found to improve heart function and blood flow

A natural sugar molecule, D-ribose, found to improve heart function and blood flow

D-Ribose is a simple sugar molecule that plays an important role in energy metabolism within your body by helping to produce cellular energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Oxidative stress can deplete ATP, which can then cause further stress, in a vicious cycle for your heart. However, D-Ribose supplements can restore levels of ATP, which can improve heart function and exercise endurance in cardiac patients. Infusion of D-Ribose after a cardiac event may even be able to prevent dangerous ischemia reperfusion injuries.

Key Takeaways:

D-Ribose is a sugar molecule that plays a key role in producing cellular energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).
Supplementary D-Ribose can replenish depleted ATP in cardiac patients, improving heart function and exercise endurance.
Injections of D-Ribose can help to limit ischemic reperfusion injuries that can occur in the wake of a heart attack or stroke.

"With one occurring every 40 seconds in America, you likely know more than a few people who have experienced one."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-07-01-natural-sugar-molecule-d-ribose-improve-heart-function-and-blood-flow.html

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How green tea could help prevent heart attacks

Date: June 03, 2018 05:16 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How green tea could help prevent heart attacks

How green tea could help prevent heart attacks

Scientists from the University of Leeds and Lancaster University have discovered that epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), a compound found in green tea, can bind to and dissolve or break up amyloid protein deposits. Amyloid is the key causative agent in Alzheimer’s, but it is also found in atherosclerotic plaques, and the impact of EGCG can therefore help reduce plaque inside the arteries. While this research is promising, the body destroys most of the EGCG it ingests, and the absorption and transport of the molecule is highly inefficient, suggesting more research on delivery of ECGC is needed.

Key Takeaways:

Green tea is noted for its ability to aid in weight loss and building up immunity.
Now, University researchers are finding that the tea has a substance that could aid in breaking up dangerous plaque in human arteries.
Already under review for its possible ability to reduce amyloid plaques in the brain, the substance appears to have an ameliorating affect on fatty deposits in the blood vessels as well.

"Green tea could be key to help prevent deaths from heart attacks and strokes caused by atherosclerosis."

Read more: https://www.deccanchronicle.com/lifestyle/health-and-wellbeing/010618/how-green-tea-could-help-prevents-heart-attacks.html

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What is cannabidiol, or CBD, and is it right for me?

Date: February 20, 2018 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: What is cannabidiol, or CBD, and is it right for me?

Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is a chemical that is naturally produced in the brain but is also found in marijuana. CBD has become very popular these days as users have said that it has a calming effect and helps with battling anxiety. Another great thing about CBD is that it is not psychoactive which means that it will not get a person high. It can be taken in various ways such as orally and smoked. It is legal to buy and purchase in the United States which is another reason that it has become very popular.

Key Takeaways:

It is often seen as a wonderdrug to many diseases and problems
The properties of CBD include anti-inflammatory responses which have links to epilepsy and cancer
It is also not psychoactive, unlike the similar compound THC

"This non-addictive molecule offers patients many of cannabis’ medicinal benefits, without the negative side effects associated with psychoactive THC. Could CBD be right for you?"

Read more: http://www.greenstate.com/explained/cannabidiol-cbd-right/

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Best superfoods: Green tea is 'the best' superfood to detox

Date: January 02, 2018 03:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Best superfoods: Green tea is 'the best' superfood to detox

Going into the New Year is a great time to make improvements to a healthy diet and one with many proven benefits is to start drinking green tea regularly. Green tea is chock full of antioxidants which will give a boost to overall health in more ways than one. Green tea has EGCG and other polyphenols that rev up metabolism, boost the immune system, fight cancer, increase alertness and help get rid of the visceral fat around the abdomen. To improve health in one simple step in the new year, give green tea a try, at pennies a cup it won't put a dent in the budget.

Key Takeaways:

Green tea, thanks to its antioxidant properties, has been shown to help against cancer and cardiovascular disease
The EGCG in green tea, is far more effective than tumeric and easier to prepare since it is part of the tea.
Drinking five cups of tea has also been shown to be a great detoxifier and good for the morning after.

"A cup is easy to prepare, costs next to nothing and provides you with a whooping seven per cent active molecules [EGCG], the most of any other drink or food."

Read more: https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/897003/detox-superfood-green-tea-health-benefits

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Better health a few drops away

Date: December 23, 2017 03:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Better health a few drops away

Cannabis has been shown to be highly helpful for many diseases. Though controversial in many communities, some of the benefits can also come from its legal cousin, hemp. Hemp oil has many of the similar properties as cannabis oil and is legal. Hemp can help with many problems with inflammatory problems, like fibromyalgia. The best part, besides its legal status, is that it is far easier to get and can be found in many products, including seeds, oil and even rope, though the rope doesn't give you the same health benefits.

Key Takeaways:

Hemp has similar properties to cannabis but none of the psychoactive properties.
The couple opened their shop to showcase the benefits of hemp to their community
They want to make sure that people can learn about this miracle plant in all its glory

"Hemp oil is a nutritional oil made out of hemp seeds. Hemp seeds are versatile and nutritious seeds offering health benefits. Cannabis oil, on the other hand, is an oil made from a specific part of the Cannabis Sativa plant which has higher concentrations of particular molecules, triggering responses in the human body."

Read more: http://www.leavenworthtimes.com/news/20171219/better-health-few-drops-away

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Hemp Oil and Arthritis

Date: November 13, 2017 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Hemp Oil and Arthritis

Inflammation is associated with a host of diseases including cancer and arthritis. There are compounds in food and natural ingredients that can limit the expression of molecules from immune cells thus reducing inflammation. These include the superfood hemp. Hemp has always been associated with marijuana and has typically been under-advertised. With the latest research, compounds in hemp oil are being tested for use in treating arthritis. Currently some DVMs use the oil in supplements to help arthritic pets. It is likely that in the future, this will hold true for people as well.

Key Takeaways:

Hemp oil is seen as a natural ingredient to help with inflammation.
One oil in hemp, dihomogamma-linolenic acid, has been shown to promote interleukin and be anti-inflammatory.
All of this can help with arthritis in taking away the inflammation and letting the body heal.

"By replacing hundreds of drugs with one simple natural ingredient, like hemp oil, plus an improved diet, arthritis could become a disease of the past and saving consumers millions of dollars in medical bills."

Read more: https://www.marijuanatimes.org/hemp-oil-and-arthritis/

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Natural cannabinoids from omega-3 fatty acids combat inflammation

Date: July 24, 2017 12:14 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Natural cannabinoids from omega-3 fatty acids combat inflammation

A medical news website reports that the body produces molecules that have the sane anti-inflammatory traits as marijuana. These molecules come from fatty acids found in meat and fish. These molecules are labeled as endocannabinoids, meaning they are naturally made within the body. An equation is included. The article explains how these molecules fight inflammation. They can also help with blood vessel issues. The article concludes with the hope that scientists can use this information to fight inflammation without using marijuana, which has mind altering qualities.

Key Takeaways:

Scientists have discovered a new group of molecules produced in the body that have anti-inflammatory properties similar to those of marijuana
Although the medicinal uses of cannabis, or marijuana, have been documented in records that go back 4,700 years, it was not until 1964 that we found out how it worked.
Since then, it has been shown that THC mimics a natural brain chemical, one of many "endocannabinoids" - that is, cannabinoids that are produced naturally in the body.

"Some cannabinoids, such as THC in marijuana or endocannabinoids can bind to these receptors and elicit anti-inflammatory and anti-pain action"

Read more: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318528.php

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Olive Oil May Help Prevent and Treat Brain Cancer, Study Shows

Date: June 11, 2017 12:14 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Olive Oil May Help Prevent and Treat Brain Cancer, Study Shows

Not all fats are bad. Olive oil is a great source of fat which also has health benefits. It is good for the brain. This study shows it can even help with cancer. Olive oil is easy to get into your diet so this is good news. You can substitute this for other oils in many recipes. You can use it in dressings, pasta, rice, baked goods and so much more. It also has a great flavor.

Key Takeaways:

Oleic acid in olive oil may increase production of tumor-suppressing molecules
Oleic acid is also found in nuts, avocados, and sesame oil, as well as olive oil
Oleic acid helps prevents tumors from forming and help break them down while tumors are still small

"Given the low survival rate of brain cancer (the five-year survival rate is only about 35 percent)"

Read more: https://www.oliveoiltimes.com/olive-oil-health-news/olive-oil-may-help-prevent-treat-brain-cancer-study-shows/57204

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ALL HEALING NUTRIENTS found in cannabis are made from carbon dioxide, the "miracle molecule" for plant life across our planet

Date: June 10, 2017 09:14 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: ALL HEALING NUTRIENTS found in cannabis are made from carbon dioxide, the "miracle molecule" for plant life across our planet

Those who espouse anti-carbon dioxide sentiment, are really missing the main point, which is that it is absolutely essential to all plant life on earth. Because of this, they refer to it as the "miracle molecule". In terms of cannabis, it too would not exist with carbon dioxide. Without carbon dioxide, the world would be deprived of THC, which is the active ingredient in cannabis and is responsible for the medical applications we hear about.

Life on earth cannot exist without carbon dioxide, so demonizing it is not the right answer. The real answer to solving the air quality problem is minimizing particulate pollution emissions and determining the optimal balance of carbon dioxide to support a lush, life sustaining earth.

Key Takeaways:

Life on earth would not be possible without carbon dioxide
Cannabis and its healing qualities are a result of carbon dioxide
A balance of carbon dioxide is what is needed for the optimum amount and quality of life on earth

"Poor air quality is absolutely killing people around the world, and particulate pollution emissions are a serious problem for many reasons."

Read more: http://www.naturalnews.com/2017-06-07-all-healing-nutrients-found-in-cannabis-are-made-from-carbon-dioxide-the-miracle-molecule-for-plant-life-across-our-planet.html

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The REAL SCIENCE behind carbon dioxide: Plants use CO2 to create CBD, THC, curcumin and all medicinal molecules

Date: June 09, 2017 07:14 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The REAL SCIENCE behind carbon dioxide: Plants use CO2 to create CBD, THC, curcumin and all medicinal molecules

Most of us learned about photosynthesis in school or at least have heard of it. It talks about plants using carbon dioxide to make oxygen. It's not as simple as that, though. Plants do this but that's not all they do. They make other things out of the carbon dioxide as well which help the environment and which also serve other purposes. Plants are even more useful than we first thought. Some of the molecules they make are medicinal.

Read more: The REAL SCIENCE behind carbon dioxide: Plants use CO2 to create CBD, THC, curcumin and all medicinal molecules

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Is Ashwagandha a plant that can make you sleep well? Researchers believe so

Date: May 02, 2017 11:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Is Ashwagandha a plant that can make you sleep well? Researchers believe so

Japanese researchers believe a component in the herb Ashwagandha, called triethylene glycole (TEG) can be effective for inducing sleep. Through their research they believe TEG can be used to treat insomnia and other sleep disorders and are currently researching the effects on stress. Ashwagandha has been used for medicinal purposes in India for centuries, most recently for it's calming properties. It can be taken in supplement form but can be found in a powdered or liquid form to be ingested.

Key Takeaways:

Ashwagandha is found in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains.
Tablet form is the most common way to take Aswagahnda, also known as Indian ginsing. Powder forms are also available.
Aswaghanda is known to treat a wide range of alliments such as tumors and male vertilate.

"Japanese researchers described an active component in Ashwagandha as “a potent sleep-inducing small molecule”"

Read more: http://www.naturalnews.com/2017-04-17-ashwagandha-researchers-pinpoint-active-molecules-that-promote-healthy-sleep.html

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Chinese medicine herb discovered to prevent tuberculosis infections

Date: April 14, 2017 03:44 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Chinese medicine herb discovered to prevent tuberculosis infections

There has been some groundbreaking research into the possible prevention of tuberculosis. A new study has found that a compound found in sweet wormwood called artemisinin might be able to help prevent the tuberculosis-causing bacteria from becoming dormant which is associated in antibiotic resistance. Preventing dormancy makes the drug treatments work better. Research has found that artemisinin inhibits a molecule in the tuberculosis bacteria's oxygen sensor. This bacteria needs oxygen to thrive and artemisinin helps to deprive the bacteria of oxygen. Read on for more details.

Key Takeaways:

-Researchers at the Michigan State University have discovered that the compound prevents Mycobacterium tuberculosis, a tuberculosis-causing bacteria, from becoming dormant
-Lead researcher Dr. Robert Abramovitch explains that dormant bacteria become highly tolerant to antibiotic therapy. Inhibiting dormancy makes the tuberculosis bacteria more susceptible to drug treatm
- Artemisinin is shown to inhibit the molecule called heme found in the bacterium’s oxygen sensor, which in turn disrupts the Mtb from sensing its deteriorating oxygen levels

"A recent study reveals that artemisinin, a compound found in sweet wormwood, shows potential in tuberculosis treatment. This Chinese herbal medicine is previously known for its efficacy in treating malaria."

Read more: http://www.naturalnews.com/2017-04-06-chinese-medicine-herb-discovered-to-prevent-tuberculosis-infections.html

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Put These 3 Ingredients In Your Coffee. After Just 2 Sips, YOUR METABOLISM WILL BE FASTER THAN EVER!

Date: March 24, 2017 04:44 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Put These 3 Ingredients In Your Coffee. After Just 2 Sips, YOUR METABOLISM WILL BE FASTER THAN EVER!

The search for faster metabolism is an ongoing quest for those that haven't been blessed with it. Well, there is good news in this area for coffee drinkers- coffee speeds up metabolism and boasts a variety of other health benefits. There is even better news for coffee lovers, and that is that there are three ingredients you can add to your coffee that will further boost your metabolism. This video discusses these ingredients and the best way to prepare them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkQvAhnj9lM&rel=0

Key Takeaways:

Coconut oil contains 'good' saturated fat. Classifed as MCT - breaks down the large fat molecules to be processed - it also helps you stave off hunger.
use honey - high in natural sugar and many minerals - use natural honey, increases your energy as well
cinnamon reduces blood sugar levels and helps in reducing high cholesterol levels

"We all love our hot cup of coffee, especially at the beginning of the new day. Yet, not all of you are aware that its consumption also brings various health benefits."

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Heart tissue grown on spinach leaves

Date: March 23, 2017 10:44 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Heart tissue grown on spinach leaves

In this sequence, a spinach leaf is stripped of its plant cells, a process called decellularization, using a detergent. The process leaves behind the leaf's vasculature. Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) were able to culture beating human heart cells on such decelluralized leaves. Plants and animals exploit fundamentally different approaches to transporting fluids, chemicals and macromolecules, yet there are surprising similarities in their vascular network structures," the authors wrote. "The development of decellularized plants for scaffolding opens up the potential for a new branch of science that investigates the mimicry between plant and animal."

Read more: Heart tissue grown on spinach leaves

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How antioxidants aid in healthy living: Vitamins C, E and beta carotene can help ward off a ...

Date: March 02, 2017 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How antioxidants aid in healthy living: Vitamins C, E and beta carotene can help ward off a ...

Antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals — molecules produced when your body breaks down food or is exposed to tobacco smoke and radiation. Free radicals may play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases. Antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E, and carotenoids, may help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Other naturally occurring antioxidants include flavonoids, tannins, phenols and lignans. Plant-based foods are the best sources. These include fruits, vegetables and their juices.

Key Takeaways:

Antioxidants are everywhere.
Energy drinks, skin treatments, vitamin supplements, and cold remedies, and all extol the virtues of their special combination of health giving ingredients.
Antioxidants are abundant in fruits and vegetables.

"Among the antioxidants that our bodies utilize to protect us are vitamin C, vitamin E, beta carotene, glutathione, selenium, lutein and various polyphenols. These are very necessary ingredients that ward off a multitude of diseases."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//news.nationalpost.com/life/how-antioxidants-aid-in-healthy-living-vitamins-c-e-and-beta-carotene-can-help-ward-off-a-multitude-of-diseases&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjVkYjY3ZDViNDdiNGM3ZTc6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNEPCon4ptnfdxLR4sYi_pRbVxNaDw

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Scientists discover potent trigger of inflammatory disease

Date: February 25, 2017 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Scientists discover potent trigger of inflammatory disease

Scientists have discovered a potent trigger of inflammatory disease. The inflammatory molecule that is released by dying cells, triggers inflammation during necroptosis. The discovery could actually lead to new and existing medicines that target the molecule being investigated as a way of treating inflammatory diseases. Psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease are two such diseases.

Key Takeaways:

Institute scientists have revealed that a potent inflammatory molecule released by dying cells triggers inflammation during necroptosis.
The discovery challenged a long-standing dogma that inflammation triggered by necroptosis was a byproduct of dead cell debris.
Research suggests that existing drugs that block IL-1 might be useful in treating these diseases.

"Necroptosis is important for protecting us against infections, by sacrificing infected or diseased cells 'for the greater good'."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.news-medical.net/news/20170222/Scientistsc2a0discover-potent-trigger-of-inflammatoryc2a0disease.aspx&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNHKtdb4DV2ys8xU5tay38yiqVa_VA

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This is How the Brain Regulates Your Sleep

Date: February 10, 2017 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: This is How the Brain Regulates Your Sleep

The brain regulates your sleep in an interesting way. Sleep is an interesting thing to learn about. It is still a mystery. There has been a lot of speculation as to how the brain induces sleep patters. It's been noted that sleep patterns and things in that arena are related to things like mental illness. Sleep is extremely important to study.

Key Takeaways:

Scientists have known for a while that an unusual sleep routine or insufficient sleep can lead to mental as well as physical illness. Sleeping disorders are found to be the root cause of many diseases including dementia.
The recent research conducted by researchers at the Harvard Medical School has discovered that sleep may be regulated in part by brain-based immune proteins.
Results of the study showed that the inflammasome recruits a sleep-inducing molecule to trigger somnolence following sleep deprivation and exposure to a bacterial toxin. Animals which lack genes for this protective immune complex showed profound sleep aberrations.

"Results of the study showed that the inflammasome recruits a sleep-inducing molecule to trigger somnolence following sleep deprivation and exposure to a bacterial toxin."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//food.ndtv.com/health/this-is-how-the-brain-regulates-your-sleep-1655795&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjFmZmViMTExOGM5Mzg5YTQ6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNEuv7Cl9KFvLF2WxE-8gLefEIxM8Q

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The ketogenic diet: Why the HIGH FAT plan results in 'more effective weight loss'

Date: February 09, 2017 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The ketogenic diet: Why the HIGH FAT plan results in 'more effective weight loss'

The ketogenic diet is high in fat and low in carbohydrates. It is believed that it can aid weight loss. When blood sugar is low in supply, the body is forced to use ketones it produces from fat for energy. By eating a high fat diet, the body is forced to switch to burning ketones for energy thus burning fat more efficiently.

Key Takeaways:

Health and performance are among its supposed benefits, but the keto diet - as it’s also known - is said to force the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates, leading to weight loss.
According to Diet Doctor, the ‘keto’ in a ketogenic diet comes from the fact that it makes the body produce small fuel molecules called ketones
Ketones are produced if you eat very few carbs (that are quickly broken down into blood sugar) and only moderate amounts of protein (excess protein can also be converted to blood sugar.

"According to Diet Doctor, the ‘keto’ in a ketogenic diet comes from the fact that it makes the body produce small fuel molecules called ketones."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.express.co.uk/life-style/diets/763155/ketogenic-diet-plan&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZjNGVlYTM1NDU3YmZmOGU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGV8cJtgJnBD8HVRVG7UC3PBFTnUg

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A New Marijuana To Relieve Pain Without The High

Date: January 19, 2017 02:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: A New Marijuana To Relieve Pain Without The High

The pure medical value of marijuana is apparently being isolated without getting the user high, LatinosHealth reports. The two main molecules in marijuana are THC (which contains the "high"), and CBD, which does not get the user high, but can relieve pain. Efforts are being made to isolate the CBD side of marijuana for pure medical use.

Key Takeaways:

The medicinal value of the intoxicating plant Marijuana has often been contested because of its side effects but a recent study claims it can be successfully used as a pain reliever and that too without getting high!
According to the Washington Post marijuana consists of two main molecules, one is an intoxicating agent called tetrahydrocannabinol or THC a mind altering substance and the other cannabidiol or CBD which does not get the user high.
Another New York University neurologist Orrin Devinsky and his colleague Daniel Friedman observed that patients receiving CBD apart from their usual medicines had 39 percent lesser convulsive seizures than others.

"Earlier researchers were of the opinion that CBD had no use in the human body while THC was used to treat pain, nausea, loss of appetite and other problems but that notion has changed as CBD has been used in the treatment of diseases like epilepsy, anxiety, schizophrenia, heart disease and cancer."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.latinoshealth.com/articles/22451/20170106/new-marijuana-relieve-pain-without-high.htm&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjViYjkzZDJlODZhNjI0ZWE6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNF3P1maud1n4GwSlTDPPTgnFqgDXQ

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Doctored marijuana gives relief to boy

Date: January 17, 2017 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Doctored marijuana gives relief to boy

Many anti-marijuana advocates state that the drug is harmful. There are thousands, if not millions, of people who claim that it can help give relief to those with chronic conditions. It’s easy to state that, but what about a real-life case to back it up? Think about Jackson Leyden, who started having several seizures a day at the age of 8. He has tried almost all seizure therapies out there and nothing worked. Within just a few days of starting THC extract therapy, he had barely any seizures. He went from having 200 a month to about two per month.

Key Takeaways:

Washington - Jackson Leyden had always been a healthy kid; he practiced taekwondo, and he played lacrosse and baseball. But in 2011, a few months after his eighth birthday, he began having seizures several times a day.
Over the next two years, he was hospitalised about 50 times, and he missed much of fourth and fifth grade. His parents took him to more than 20 doctors around the country, and he tried more than a dozen medications. Nothing worked.
They decided to see whether marijuana might help. (Medical use of the drug is legal in the District of Columbia, where they live, and the Leydens found a doctor willing to work with them.) In 2014, Jackson got his first dose of cannabis.

"The strain of marijuana that Jackson takes is unusual: It contains high levels of cannabidiol, or CBD, one of the two main molecules in marijuana; the other is tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. While THC is famously mind-altering, CBD is not."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.iol.co.za/news/doctored-marijuana-gives-relief-to-boy-7318300&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmM2M2RhZjlmZTVmZDZjMmU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGashtSA2B9bfimH0Ut7RLtZQFRJA

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New class of hydrogen sulfide donor molecules

Date: January 16, 2017 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: New class of hydrogen sulfide donor molecules

One of the most destructive forces in our bodies is oxidative stress. This causes a breakdown of molecules within the body, which then leads to problems such as heart attacks, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. The University of Oregon has just released a study showing that they were able to design organic molecules that can be used to release hydrogen sulfide when oxidative stress triggers it. This compound functions to restore molecular stability within the body. This is just the first step in producing new drugs for treating currently life-threatening conditions.

Key Takeaways:

The research -- done at a cellular level in the lab and far from medical reality -- involves the design of organic molecules that break down to release hydrogen sulfide when triggered by specific conditions such as increased oxidative stress.
Oxidative stress damages cells and is tied especially to heart disease and cancer, as well as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
Separate portions of the research were detailed in proof-of-concept papers in the Journal of the American Chemical Society in June and in November in Angewandte Chemie, an international journal.

"Oxidative stress damages cells and is tied especially to heart disease and cancer, as well as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease."

Reference:

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/12/161230103540.htm

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The Conversation US: 13 ways to keep free radicals away, and why it's so important

Date: January 08, 2017 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The Conversation US: 13 ways to keep free radicals away, and why it's so important

Free radicals are molecules that are missing one or more electrons. They can damage your cells, which has been linked to health problems from wrinkles to cancer. Eating a diet rich in anti-oxidants fights the proliferation of free radicals, but the holidays, with their rich array of fatty, starchy, and sweet dishes, can make it more difficult to get those healthy anti-oxidants -- in the form of fresh fruits and veggies -- into your diet. But with a little diligence and pre-planning, you can have a healthy and delicious holiday season.

Key Takeaways:

raditional holiday meals are laden with salt, fat and sugar, which can spike blood glucose and insulin levels when eaten in excess all in one day. They also, alas, can increase the amount of free radicals, or molecules with unattached electrons, in the body, which can do serious cellular damage.
If a substance is “oxidized,” it has lost electrons to another substance. In contrast, we say a substance is “reduced” when it has gained electrons from another substance.
Our mitochondria, which operate like little factories in our cells, are responsible for burning fuel from food and producing energy in each of our cells via a process called oxidative phosphorylation.

"The oxidizing agents that have accepted electrons become free radicals if the unpaired electrons don’t bind to other molecules. These free radicals mess with our cellular metabolism, even interfering with our DNA."

Reference:

//www.huffingtonpost.com/the-conversation-us/13-ways-to-keep-free-radi_b_13870866.html

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Antioxidants- How To Fight With The Free Radicals

Date: January 04, 2017 10:37 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: Antioxidants- How To Fight With The Free Radicals

Free radicals are of good concern to any individual who wants to stay healthy. You have possibly heard of how hazardous these substances are and how essential are antioxidants that battle them. Understanding free radicals involves mastering just a little bit about their chemical background. Your body is made up of numerous connected parts. The organs and tissues that form these parts are all made from cells. In original terms, each cell is an independent unit that processes its waste and ingests nutrients, additionally to performing several other functions.

The Chemistry That Drives Our Cells

How do cells perform? The answer varies depending on the distinct cell. Some produce the power utilized to move muscles, and others transport nervous impulses, but all are powered by chemical reactions. These reactions, or interactions among the electrons that surround every atom in the universe, also happen inside our bodies. Without the several various molecules or groups of atoms, that chemical reactions produce, we couldn't survive.

Chemical Reactions: All About Charge

Chemical reactions typically result in bonds between specific molecules, developing compounds like vitamins, minerals along with other substances utilized to construct cells. Reactions take place due to the fact some molecules have positive and negative electrical charges because of the way their electrons are arranged. In most situations, chemical reactions keep occurring until these charges have already been balanced or canceled out completely.

Free Radicals: Unbalanced Products

Occasionally, nonetheless, reactions produce free radicals. In chemical terms, radicals are unbalanced factors. These molecules retain charges for any number of causes, according to the reactions that formed them.

For a reason that charges are what attract atoms to each other, free radicals which have unbalanced charges are reactive. Free radicals are far more likely to bring about chemical changes than other balanced molecules, and these adjustments may be harmful or useful.

Even though some free radicals are necessary for biological functions or take place as intermediate stages of more complex reactions, others sit around with no use, waiting until they make contact with anything they can react with. As your body is a whole mass of atoms and chemical compounds, no cost radicals typically don't have to travel that far to locate something they can mess up.

Free Radicals All Around

An extremely common radical reaction You're possibly familiar with is rusting. Rust is built up as a result of charged oxygen atoms from water reacting with metals, generating corrosive byproducts which are often brown. Although these reactions are fairly a common occurrence in metal in vehicles or appliances, they may also be responsible for the browning you see in sliced apples left exposed to the air.

Rust reactions occur since the oxygen in moisture has a charge. Though water is a complete molecule, its unbalanced, or polarized, form means that it tends to react, coming apart easily to leave charged oxygen behind. This oxygen joins with the metal molecules inside your body just as simply as it does those in a piece of iron. When your body could not become a rusted hulk of an old ship, it undergoes internal alterations.

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How Oxidative Stress Affects Multiple Sclerosis

Date: December 25, 2016 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How Oxidative Stress Affects Multiple Sclerosis

People who suffer from multiple sclerosis has many things to deal with. This disease is a horrible crippling disease, and researchers are trying to figure out what role oxidative stress plays in the progression of this disease. Once researchers can figure this out they may have a better understanding of potential treatments.

Key Takeaways:

Antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, berries, and juices have typically been used to neutralize free radicals and prevent the damage they cause.
One molecule of antioxidants from these sources neutralizes one free radical.
However, there is a tipping point where the antioxidants are inadequate to take care of the damage, and additional help is needed.

"Antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, berries, and juices have typically been used to neutralize free radicals and prevent the damage they cause."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.healthline.com/health-news/oxidative-stress-affects-multiple-sclerosis&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNEhQQngDNPc_yn8m3kfYLr_OEbS2g

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UV Light May Lead Way to New Treatment for MS and Inflammation

Date: December 10, 2016 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: UV Light May Lead Way to New Treatment for MS and Inflammation

HDACs are molecules driving inflammation and controlling a range of other processes. To get around the problem, researchers at Cornell University designed a molecule that can activate an HDAC blocker using UV light. The team used an existing blocker and covered the part of the drug that interacts with HDAC with an additional molecule. We can control when and where we turn off the HDACs using light.

Key Takeaways:

Researchers have found a way to harness inflammation with the help of ultraviolet (UV) light.
If this approach can be developed for clinical treatment, it likely will have a large impact on the lives of people with multiple sclerosis and other inflammatory conditions.
To get around the problem, researchers at Cornell University designed a molecule that can activate a HDAC blocker using UV light.

"Drugs that block HDACs are being investigated in conditions that include neurodegeneration and cancer, but their role in inflammation is only beginning to be explored."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/2016/11/29/uv-light-use-may-lead-to-new-ms-treatment-that-controls-inflammation&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGIX8iA2OXj82A4XkA3j9lH0d76wg

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New antibiotics discovered by sifting through the human microbiome

Date: December 01, 2016 08:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: New antibiotics discovered by sifting through the human microbiome

For Computer software to help discover new antibiotics is incredible. It's fascinating how far we have come with technology. Synthesizing is such an interesting concept. The experiments that suggested that the humimycins worked by inhibiting an enzyme that bacteria use to build their cell walls - and once that cell-wall building pathway is interrupted, the bacteria died. Wow, such a wonderful discovery.

Key Takeaways:

Most antibiotics in use today are based on natural molecules produced by bacteria -- and given the rise of antibiotic resistance, there's an urgent need to find more of them.
"It's like taking a hose and pinching it in two spots," he says. Even if neither kink halts the flow altogether on its own, "eventually, no more water comes through."
They also used the software to predict the chemical structures of the molecules that the gene clusters ought to produce.

"The software initially identified 57 potentially useful gene clusters, which the researchers winnowed down to 30."

Reference:

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161116103642.htm

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Two Common Food Additives Promote Colorectal Cancer

Date: November 26, 2016 02:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Two Common Food Additives Promote Colorectal Cancer

Chances are you'll see the names of two common food additives that have been shown to promote colorectal cancer development. Previous studies have suggested that food additives known as emulsifiers may help cause inflammatory bowel disease, a condition that encourages tumor formation in the colon, scientists looked at the role of two emulsifiers in the development of colorectal cancer. Overall, the authors of the study concluded that their findings support the idea that the agitation from the emulsifiers resulted in low-grade inflammation in the gut, which can promote the development of colorectal cancer.

Key Takeaways:

Walk into a grocery store and start reading ingredient labels on some of the more popular processed foods, including ice cream.
For some food production, however, producers use synthetic emulsifiers to help water and oil mix.
Emulsifiers are molecules that have an oil-loving end and a water-loving end, and together they make certain foods such as ice cream and mayonnaise possible.

"A new study suggests that commonly used food additives in processed foods could play a significant role in the development of multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.emaxhealth.com/1275/two-common-food-additives-promote-colorectal-cancer&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNFaRjFci8w75_6o3RobxLLd2r_5Ng

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Sugar: What Kinds to Eat and When

Date: November 08, 2016 07:09 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Sugar: What Kinds to Eat and When

You’ve made the decision to cut out sugars, but what does that mean now? Once we were told to focus on simple versus complex sugars, but today the question is whether the sugar you are eating is unrefined or processed. Unrefined sugars from whole foods still hold onto many of their other benefits, while processed foods have been stripped of their natural nutrients and turned into empty calories.

Key Takeaways:

All sugars are carbohydrates, known as "simple" carbs, since they're composed of just one sugar molecule.
For instance, one gram of a cracker will contain four calories, but one gram of an orange contains about 0.2 calories, because the bulk of its weight is water and fiber.
Although sugar is lower in total calories per gram than fat, it contributes mightily to a fatty frame.

"The label on a can of Pepsi reads 41 grams of carbs and 41 grams of sugar. This means that every single carbohydrate comes from sugar. The label on a package of plain oatmeal will read 18 grams of carbs and only one gram of sugar."

Reference:

//www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/sugar-what-kinds-eat-and-when-0

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Probiotics for Oral Health

Date: January 12, 2016 06:39 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: Probiotics for Oral Health

Bacteria usually makes people think of organisms that cause disease. The truth is that there are countless types of bacteria and while some of them do cause disease, there are millions of bacteria that are beneficial to the body. For optimum health, the body should consist of about 85% healthy bacteria.

These healthy bacteria help with;

Protection against colonization of unhealthy bacteria such as Candida.
Nutrient and vitamin absorption.
Protection from allergies.

Sourcing Healthy Bacteria

The information that the human body is dependent on good bacteria for healthy functionality only recently came out and with it came a plethora of food products designed to promote the growth of healthy bacteria such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG.

Food that are good for the production of healthy bacteria in the body are called probiotics. Fermented foods such as yogurt, miso and sauerkraut are great probiotics however these food have to be unpasteurized as the pasteurization process kills all of the bacteria in food, both good and bad.

While most bacteria is present inside people's guts, there are some that occur both in the intestinal tract and the mouth. Streptococcus salivarius is a major member of the microbes that make up the healthy bacteria inside of a person's mouth.

The Colonization of S. Salivarius in the Mouth

Oral Streptococci are one of the first bacteria to colonize the mouths of newborn humans. For bacteria to colonize the mouth, it must first avoid the body's natural defenses against colonization from foreign microbes and resist the forces of saliva. To resist these forces, streptococci have developed adhesives that interact with the exposed areas of the mouth to keep them securely fastened to the area that they wish to colonize.

There are two main types of surfaces in the mouth. These are the hard and non-shedding surfaces of the teeth, and soft tissues whose surfaces have cells that are constantly being replaced such as the tongue and cheeks. S. mutans and S. Sangunins have tropisms that enable them to stick to the surfaces of the teeth while S. Salivarius has adapted tropisms that enable it to adhere onto the soft tissues.

All of these areas of the mouth are constantly coated with saliva. Saliva provides a variety of molecules that are ideal for streptococcal bacteria to interact with and adhere to. The thin films of saliva within the mouth vary in thickness and chemical composition at different points. Therefore different locations in the mouth consist of saliva that has more or less favorable receptors to the adherance properties of streptococci. For example, streptococci located on chips in teeth exhibit varied properties in their ability to bind to salivary proteins in those locations.

Streptococcus and Healthy Mouths

Streptococci's process of colonization makes it difficult for pathogenic bacteria to stick to the host. With the emergence of the knowledge that bacteria in the mouth promotes health, new strains of S. Salivarius such as K12 and K18 have been developed to help fight oral health problems that people deal with every day. These probiotics are designed as mouth washes that a person gargles for direct application. Once there, these probiotics create bacteriocin-like inhibitory substances called Salivaricin A and Salivaricin B that have the ability to fight infection.

Maladies Treated by S. Salivarius

Tonsil Stones: Tonsil stones are produced by the unchecked accumulation of bacteria that produce sulfur. The debris created by this bacteria then accumulates in the tonsils. Oral probiotics break down these unwanted globs.

Bad Breath: When the body sleeps the brain sends signals to the mouth to reduce its production of saliva. The reduction of saliva turns the mouth into an environment that is more favorable to the growth of bacteria that thrives in dry and anaerobic conditions. The proteins produced by S. Salivarius K12 inhibit the growth of this bad-breathe causing bacteria.

Ear infections: The misinformed believe that ear infections start from outside the ear. The truth is that they are caused by bacteria that originates inside the throat and then travels up to the ear canal through the Eustachian tube. Beneficial bacteria such as that found in probiotics prevent this from happening by forming a protective bio-film in the throat that prevents harmful bacteria from progressing.

Bacterial Transplants

When it was discovered that bacteria is essential for healthy gut activity, the doctor who made the discovery suggested that if a person is suffering from certain maladies of the stomach or gut or whose healthy gut bacteria has been eviscerated by steroids or antibiotics, said person can get a transplant of bacteria from a healthy donor.

This idea was also applied to a man who came into his doctor complaining of an ear infection. The doctor simply took a sample of ear wax from the person's healthy ear, transferred it into the infected ear and the infection passed.

References

//www.naturalnews.com/025520_bacteria_food_healthy.html

//www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-harold-katz/probiotics-oral-health_b_870307.html

//www.therabreath.com/what-are-probiotics.html

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A Simple Thing As Taking A Breath Causes Us To Age

Date: November 22, 2015 05:28 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: A Simple Thing As Taking A Breath Causes Us To Age

We are often told that stress level accelerates the process of aging. But, is there any kind of scientific evidence to prove this perception? Some of the results of scientific studies have already suggested that, oxidative stress has a negative impact on both physical and emotional health.

Breathing oxygen leads to the formation of ROS or reactive oxygen species within the body, which is essential for the cellular signaling process. Aerobic metabolism results in the generation of small amounts of ROS and free radicals. This is necessary for the normal functioning of the human body. But, there is a specific reason for which the ROS carry negative connotations. Whenever our body’s antioxidant defense mechanism malfunctions, the balance between oxidant and antioxidant gets spoiled. The circulative level of ROS moves out of control and causes a disturbance in the redox signaling and control and further damages the macromolecules, cells and tissues. The DNA damage response is a hierarchical procedure.

It has been widely recognized that, oxidative stress is one of the primary factors, which makes the aging process faster.

Best Anti-Aging Diet

What you eat has a great impact on how you are feeling and how you are aging. If you eat right, it will contribute to a great extent to keep your skin young and healthy. Antioxidants help stop unstable molecules from damaging healthy cells. You will get antioxidants in colorful fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, blueberries, leafy greens, dark red tomatoes, etc. So, your goal is to consume at least half plates of fruits and vegetables in each of your meals.

Vitamin C, zinc and beta carotene are three main antioxidants, which protects the eyes from macular degeneration and poor vision. Dark green leafy vegetables such as kale, mustard greens, spinach and collard are great sources of these nutrients. Foods like oranges, corns and pepper also help to keep your eye healthy. Vitamin C is also beneficial for the skin. Some studies have also suggested that, daily consumption of yellow and green vegetables helps lessen the wrinkles of the skin.

Resveratrol is another powerful antioxidant, which is highly present in grapes and red wine. It not only lowers the aging process, but, also lowers the chances of cancer and heart disease. Studies have also revealed that, nuts are rich sources of unsaturated fats. They are also great sources of vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals like antioxidants. Thus, it helps to keep the skin healthy and young.

Beans and lentils are great sources of fiber and plant-based protein. They are very beneficial for protecting you from early aging. So, you can easily consume them instead of red meat, which have saturated fat and are not great for your heart.

Dairy products like low-fat milk, yogurt, etc. are also great options for slowing down your aging process. If you do not eat dairy, you can replace them with soya milk, almond milk or cereals.

Try out these antioxidant rich foods and stay young for many years to come. Antioxidant Supplements are also available in the market.

References

//www.brunswicklabs.com/blog/default-blog/oxidative-stress-effects-on-lipids-proteins-and-dna

//www.eatingwell.com/nutrition_health/healthy_aging/7_anti_aging_superfoods

//www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/anti-aging-diet?page=2

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Thyroid Health and Selenium

Date: August 12, 2015 08:24 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: Thyroid Health and Selenium

Selenium is nature’s best secret. It is a nutrient that when used in the correct amounts in your food, can make huge and exciting changes. However, the body only needs small amounts of this mineral, but it has huge benefits on one’s health. It protects us against many health problems that are associated with the aging process such as osteoarthritis and cancer. A certain amount of this mineral is required in order to protect the body from deadly viruses and also to aid in healthy thyroid functioning.

Selenium deficiency frequently goes untreated simply because it does not show any noticeable symptoms. If the levels of selenium are low, the thyroid will have to work extra hard to manufacture its hormones and the body will have a tough job converting those hormones to a form the cells can use. This is because selenium is a chief ingredient of the molecules necessary for the body to be able to create and use seleno-proteins (thyroid hormones).

The initial stages of low selenium levels will reduce the optimal production of the thyroid hormone in the glands. If this continues the thyroid gland becomes inflamed. Eventually, this is what leads to thyroid autoimmune problems

Problems that come with low selenium levels can be more serious when the levels of mineral, iodine, is low. Iodine is well known for its key role in thyroid health. Selenium is also important in aiding your body to recycle iodine. Low selenium levels coupled with low iodine levels can lead to thyroid imbalance

An enlarged thyroid is known as goiter. This is one of the serious forms of thyroid imbalance. Most individuals diagnosed with goiter usually have low iodine levels, however research has also shown that the patient also have low levels of selenium. Therefore, it is very important to treat both deficits so as to re-establish thyroid stability

Doctors readily admit that there is no any specified dose of selenium required for better functioning of the thyroid. The one thing they agree on is that optimizing selenium intake aids in general health.

References

//www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CDYQFjAEahUKEwih0urP8KPHAhXHOBQKHfIrC3w&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nlm.nih.gov%2Fmedlineplus%2Fdruginfo%2Fnatural%2F1003.html&ei=8GjLVaGaCsfxUPLXrOAH&usg=AFQjCNHzSWE2P10XlrjScWz9oE6KOYZFdA&bvm=bv.99804247,d.d24

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D-ribose:A Glance

Date: July 24, 2015 02:39 AM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: D-ribose:A Glance

Ribose is a type of sugar which is produced in the body and is of medicinal value. This organic compound is very essential in our day-to-day lives because it boosts our energy levels. Apart from energy boost, ribose is also used to relieve manifestations of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), fibromyalgia, and coronary artery disease. It also prevents other symptoms like pain following a workout in individuals with a genetic condition known as myoadenylate deaminase deficiency (MAD). This vital body chemical can help boost exercise ability in individuals with another inherited disorder known as McArdle's disease.

D-Ribose
D-ribose is a ribose supplement designed to boost cellular energy production in the heart as well as skeletal muscle by raising the levels of ribose in the body. Statistics have proven that good ribose supplements like d-ribose might help thwart muscle fatigue in individuals with inherited disorders which hamper adequate production of energy by the body. Did you know that d-ribose can supply additional energy to the heart during physical activity in individuals with heart disease?

How Does D-ribose Work to Boost Energy in the Body?

The manner in which d-ribose works to deliver results is very simple and elaborate. It promotes the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is the primary source of energy for the body's cells. Healthy, active cells constantly top up their supply of ATP to get adequate cellular energy. Through increasing levels of adenosine triphosphate, the supplement can help speed up energy recovery, increase energy reserves and
maintain healthy energy levels in the heart and muscle tissue.

Conclusion

As you can see, your body needs to keep its production of (ATP) at its highest possible level for maximum energy production as well as physical performance. But sometimes the supply of actual ATP molecules may be reduced due to a number of factors including physical activity and health condition. This is where D-ribose, a natural ingredient for boosting ATP levels comes in.

Reference:

//www.lifeextension.com/Magazine/2008/5/D-Ribose-Energize-Your-Heart-Save-Your-Life/Page-01

//www.lifeextension.com/vitamins-supplements/item00972/d-ribose-powder

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What Are Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) And What Herbs Contain Them?

Date: July 21, 2015 08:53 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: What Are Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) And What Herbs Contain Them?

Glycosaminoglycans refers to a linear unbranched polysacharide chain molecule composed of disaccharides repeats with a high negative charge due to the presence of Uronic acid components and sulfate esters with some hydoxyl (OH) groups as part of its structural components. They have varying molecular size and sulfation depending on the tissue they are located on and their state. They function to attract cations and maintain the hydration of the extracellular membrane (E.C.M).

Glycoaminoglycans are classified into different groups based on different categories which include; glycosidic linkages in their structure, type of the sugar moiety, sulphate groups numbers and the location of the sulfate groups. Based on this various classification categories six major groups of GAGs exists, namely; heparin, hyaluronan, dermatan sulfate, heparin sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and keratan sulfate.

GAGs have a high solvation degree and and are as well highly viscous. This is beneficial to the body in that it helps to cushion and lubricate various connective tissues and body joints respectively. It therefore protects an individual from joint pains due to poor lubrication of the joints causing the bone to slide over each other. They also form the building blocks of proteoglycans which are the major building blocks of the extracellular matrix. Due to this property they are vital in determining the cellular activities such as cell division because the cell division machinery has to attach itself to the extracellular matrix before the division process is initiated. Some body tissues such as the nerve cells and the muscle cells require continuous cell division to replace worn out cells for the normal functioning. This means that structural deformities in the extracellular matrix will hinder the division process to occur and is most likely to lead to some neurodegenerative complexions.

Recent studies have linked GAGs to play a role in the cell biology of cancer.They have been established as the key macromolecules affecting cell properties and functions through interaction with key growth factors or by acting directly as receptor molecules. Through this it has been findings they play a vital role in the cell signaling process thus playing a role in the cancer disease progression.Heparin and heparin sulfate have been indicated through studies to have anti-tumor effects by preventing the process of angiogenesis which is the first step in cancer metastasis.Some have been associated with anti-coagulant properties.

Therefore GAGs are important molecules which play a vital role in protection against various forms of cancers. GAGs aremostly obtained from animal sources. The animal sources include shark fish and ray skeletons. Plants are also sources of GAGs, however their digestion by the human system is not possible. Seaweed is one herb that is rich in GAGs. However as earlier explain the digestion of the sea weed by the animal digestive system is quite a challenge. It is therefore recommended that we eat foods rich in proteins, and carbohydrates which can be used to synthesize GAGs in the body.

In summary, GAGs are heteropolymers which acts as the building blocks of the extracellular matrix in animals. The body has the ability to synthesize GAGs naturally hence nutritional supplement is required for the body to obtain key components necessary for the synthesis.
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How Fiber Can Help Reduce Cholesterol

Date: May 26, 2014 12:28 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How Fiber Can Help Reduce Cholesterol

What is fiber?

fiber foods Many medical researches have proven that fiber plays an important role within the body. Fiber is an element found in plants (such as fruits, whole grains and vegetables) that our bodies have no ability to digest. Without adequate fiber in the diet, people may have irregularity, sluggishness and constipation.

Benefits of fiber

Because fiber helps in moving stool through the digestive tract as well as colon, it helps in preventing colon cancer. It will always keep your colon healthy and clean. This makes it an important element in the body. Other benefits of fiber involve reducing incidences of heart disease, blood pressure, lowering inflammation and glucose levels, lowering cholesterol, and weight loss. Fiber also has the ability to reduce weight loss since it creates fullness within the intestines, which helps people by enabling to eat less. In addition, you need to make sure that you have sufficient amount of fiber within the body due to its numerous benefits.

How fiber works to lower cholesterol?

Research has proved that soluble fiber is effective in lowering the amount of cholesterol in the body. One way in which soluble fiber lowers blood cholesterol is by reducing the bile amount reabsorbed within the intestines. How does it works? When fiber often interferes with the absorption of bile within the intestines, more bile is always excreted in feces. To obtain cholesterol needed to make more bile salts, liver often increases the production of more LDL receptors.

These receptors are always responsible for pulling more cholesterol out of the LDL molecules within the bloodstream. The bile salts made from your liver has the ability to pull more LDL cholesterol from the blood. In addition, you need to learn the difference between the soluble fiber and dangerous cholesterol; since this will always help you to enhance your health. Research has proved that soluble fiber of about 5g to 10 g that reduce LDL cholesterol by about 5 percent.

Sources:

//cholesterol.about.com/od/choleterolnutrition101/f/howfiberworks.htm
//health.howstuffworks.com/disease-conditions/cardiovascular/cholesterol/foods-that-lower-cholesterol2.htm
//www.doctoroz.com/blog/jodi-swayer-rn/why-fiber-so-important

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Educative And Informative Details About NADH Supplement And Its Benefits

Date: May 12, 2014 03:34 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Educative And Informative Details About NADH Supplement And Its Benefits

What is a NADH

NADH foods Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NADH) is an activated form of B vitamin niacinin, which is available naturally in the body, from poultry, meat, fish and in minimal quantities from vegetables and fruits. This substance is also commonly referred to as the most important coenzyme mainly because of the import role of transforming food-based energy into energy, which can be utilized by the body cells. Due to the roles played by NADH, it has been developed into supplements, which have various benefits. NADH role in the body is important since the body cannot utilize the energy inform of whole proteins, carbohydrates and fats which are the main sources of energy.

How NADH works

Instead, when the foods that provide the body with energy are ingested, they are usually broken down into smaller parts after being absorbed and distributed into various cells. One of the things that are derived after these foods being broken down is acetyl, which is a two-carbon molecule. Enzymes are the primary components that break the foods into acetyl. However, enzymes require coenzymes to break these foods properly and extract the energy from acetyl. This makes NADH is an important coenzyme, which extracts energy from reactions between oxygen and acetyl. This coenzyme also helps in transforming tyrosine, which is an amino acid into dopamine, which is a brain chemical.

Benefits of NADH

One of the primary benefits of NADH supplement is that the brain chemical it helps to produce known as dopamine helps in improving various brain functions. Some of these functions which this chemical affects include; concentration, mood, muscle movement, sexual drive and energy. It also helps in athletic performance, slowing aging process, Parkinson's disease, depression and Alzheimer's disease.

This supplement is also helpful on people with chronic fatigue syndrome. This is achieved through helping patients reduce anxiety and reduce heart rate. Consequently, the patient is able to relax and allow the body to function normally. Therefore, NADH supplement is helpful and has many benefits if it is used properly.

Sources

1. //www.nadhsupplement.co.uk/

2. //www.raysahelian.com/nadh.html

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Can Glutamine Improve Nitrogen Balance in the Body?

Date: May 07, 2014 09:08 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Can Glutamine Improve Nitrogen Balance in the Body?

Can Glutamine Improve Nitrogen Balance in the Body?

Glutamine also abbreviated as Q is one of the 20 amino acids the genetic code encodes. Glutamine is not an essential amino acid and this means the body can produce it. It is the most abundant of all amino acids with a concentration of 500 to 900 molecules per liter.

Glutamine structure

It has an amide side chain that is formed by replacement of an hydroxy group of glutamic acid. It is coded by COG and CAA.

Glutmine and nitrogen balance

Glutamine does actually improve nitrogen balance in the body. The regulation mechanism occurs by feedback inhibition mechanism. The deamination of glutamate by glutamate dehydrogenase leads tp production of ammonia (NH3) and an alpha ketoglutarate. High concentrations of ammonia can be dangerous to the body, they are neurotoxic and cause disruption of the Urea Cycle and affect the liver. High concentrations of ketoglutarate helps activate glutamine synthetase which acts a a catalyst in the synthesis of glutamate.

This process is controlled by 9 feedback inhibitors. Of the 9 inhibitors, six are products found in glutamate pathway cycle. This helps in regulation of nitrogen at cellular level which is very sensitive. It helps control ammonia levels which can be dangerous at high levels.

Improving anabolic state of the body

Glutamine helps the body muscles recover after intense training. This occurs through energy repletion in the muscles. Boosting of the immune system has also being discovered to be associated by glutamine. It also buffers against the build up of lactic acid in muscles leading to muscle growth.

Glutamine increases the size of the cells and promotes the integrity of the intestines leading to increased absorption by the cells. It also releases a growth hormone that helps in muscle growth.

Conclusion

Essentials of glutamine have been found to be many. Nowadays there are commercially produced glutamine which are taken as strong anti-catabolic supplement.

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The Best Diffuser

Date: May 03, 2014 04:45 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The Best Diffuser

What is a diffuser

A diffuser can be defined as a flow of passage in wind tunnel that decelerates as a stream of gas or liquid from a place of high concentration to a place of low velocity. Diffuser works by breaking down essential oils into tiny molecules then directing them into the air to feel a place. As the oils are being broken down, they release natural ozone and they freshen and improve the quality of air. The particles stay in air for hours depending on how much oil is used and long the diffuser was on.

Different types of diffuser

Diffusers vary according to how they works. Different types of diffusers include ultrasonic, evaporative and nebulizer. Each has its purpose. But ultrasonic is a notch-higher than all of them. Having knowledge on differences between them can help you make a good choice. Ultrasonic diffuser is mostly preferred for those who want smaller particles and higher lung absorption.

The ultrasonic is different from the rest because it does not need heat or an air pump to disperse the essential oils into the air. It performs its function by the use of a vibration from a disc that is found underneath of the oil reservoir. This disc vibrates at a high speed that makes the essential oil to break into micro invisible particles. Others like nebulizers will force the essential oil into the air in very larger particles, which ends up in saturating the air much faster.

Ultrasonic vibrations disperse the essential oils more conservatively. This will save you much money at the end and you are only going to use as much oil as necessary. This can also be useful if you only want to add a small amount of essential oil to your room. If you use nebulizers, you can easily over saturate your room, this can over whelm you, and it can lead you to an adverse response.

If you want a good diffuser that will give you a great and quality service, then you need to go for ultrasonic. It is very much affordable and it will give you value for your hard earned money.

Sources

www. experience-essential-oils.com/ ultrasonic-diffuser.html
www.essentialoildiffuser.org

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Importance of Chlorophyll in human Body

Date: March 22, 2014 08:37 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Importance of Chlorophyll in human Body

What Does Chlorophyll Do For The Body?

Chlorophyll is a green molecule found in plants and plays major roles in human body. It is ingested in its raw form while eating vegetables.

Its role in human body

Despite of being vital molecule in plants; it also plays a vital role in human body in that; it acts as a blood cleanser, blood builder and also an oxygen booster. It does this by delivering energy transfusion in the bloodstream thereby restocking and increasing red blood cell count.

Disease prevention roles

The chlorophyll provides alkaline environment in human body in addition to being an oxygenator therefore helping our bodies fight off disease causing bacteria.

Detoxification roles

Chlorophyll helps the body to cleanse itself of toxic substances. In larger perspective it is linked with cancer prevention through its cleansing roles. By helping the body to detoxify itself; it plays a major role in removing the impurities that may lead to development of cancer in human body.

It is also known to be a source of amino acids which are important part of human health. It also plays a part in promoting quick rejuvenation of human cells. It also improves liver functions by extracting the blood impurities. It is also a high regulator of calcium. This helps in building ions in the blood. It is also known for its effects of reversing protein deficient anemia which is common in children in low developed countries.

Where can it be found?

It is usually found in green plants though in different levels. It gets to human body through consumption of these green plants especially the leafy part. The highest chlorophyll containing plant is the wheatgrass. To obtain it you have to juice the plant and for detoxification it may require regular juicing. It is the only component in a plant that has so many benefits to human body.

Source

sacredsourcenutrition.com

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