What has the media and the scientific community so excited about Green Coffee Bean Extract is that people don’t have to do anything different when taking this food supplement, they don’t need to exercise, they don’t need to diet, they just appear to drop pounds! The [...]]]> Green Coffee Bean Extract Studied for Weight Loss

What has the media and the scientific community so excited about Green Coffee Bean Extract is that people don’t have to do anything different when taking this food supplement, they don’t need to exercise, they don’t need to diet, they just appear to drop pounds! The most recent study on Green Coffee Bean Extract published in the Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity journal followed a group of 16 adults who supplemented with Green Coffee Extract for 12 weeks. Over the course of the study, the subjects lost an average of 17 pounds each – this was 10 percent of their overall body weight and 16 percent of their overall body fat!

How Does Green Coffee Bean Extract Work for Weight Loss?

So, let’s dig into Green Coffee Bean Extract, starting with the question, “how does Green Coffee Bean Extract work against weight gain?” Believe it or not, the key is not the caffeine! Green Coffee Bean Extract contains only about 23 mgs of caffeine per serving whereas a daily cup of coffee has over 100 mg. Instead it is a very important natural active compound called Chlorogenic Acid. The Chlorogenic Acid in Green Coffee Bean Extract works by inhibiting the release of glucose in the body while at the same time boosting the metabolism or the “burning” of fat in the liver. These two mechanisms combined work together to inhibit the absorption of fat and eliminate weight gain.

Can You Just Drink Coffee to Get the Same Effects as Green Coffee Bean Extract?

You might wonder if you can get the same effects from the coffee you drink with breakfast in the morning – and the answer is no. When you roast coffee beans to give them that distinct color, aroma and flavor, you are also removing the Chlorogenic Acid, which is the key to healthy weight loss. Green Coffee Bean Extract, in contrast, is unroasted, has little aroma, is bitter, and contains over 50% Chlorogenic Acid. It would take 14 cups of coffee to equal the same amount of Chlorogenic Acid in just 350mg of Green Coffee Bean Extract.  Roasting coffee beans destroys the Cholorgenic Acid, which is the key component to supporting weight management.

What Other Benefits Does Green Coffee Bean Provide? 

The Chlorogenic Acid in Green Coffee Bean Extract has been touted as supporting healthy blood sugar levels. Research has suggested the reason for this as being the effects of the Chlorogenic Acid in Green Coffee Bean Extract on glucose metabolism

A team of Japanese researchers recorded a 43% drop in blood sugar levels after administering Green Coffee Bean Extract to mice after a heavy meal. In a clinical trial presented in 2011, researchers gave different dosages of standardized Green Coffee Bean Extract, each containing 50% chlorogenic acid, to 56 people. Next, they gave the participants 100 grams of glucose in an oral glucose challenge test. The oral glucose tolerance test is a standard method of gauging an individual’s response to after-meal sugar exposure.

Blood sugar levels dropped by an increasingly greater amount as the test dosage of Green Coffee Bean Extract was raised, from 100 mg up to 400 mg. At the 400 mg dosage, there was a full 32% decrease in blood sugar—two hours after glucose ingestion.

Glucose is stored in the liver in a polysaccharide called glycogen, which is a long, branched chain of insoluble glucose molecules. In a process known as glycogenolysis, the enzyme glucose-6-phosphatase releases free glucose into the bloodstream, where it circulates to various organs. If glycogenolysis is inhibited, the body gets its energy from fat cells. This reduces blood glucose levels, helping to reduce the symptoms. Also, reducing the number of fat stores leads to weight loss.

How Much Green Coffee Bean Extract Should I Take?

Green Coffee Bean Extract is available in dietary supplements that provide either 200 or of Chlorogenic Acid per serving. The typical dose for most people is 200 mg of Chlorogenic Acid before most meals. Those with higher glucose levels should take 400 mg before most or all meals.

Green Coffee Bean Extract Available at Willner Chemists Atlanta

We have a number of high quality green coffee bean extracts here at Willner Chemists Atlanta. Green coffee bean extract is available in tablet and capsule from reputable companies that we here at Willner Chemists Atlanta trust. Come by today and check out our selection of green coffee bean extracts or give us a call to learn more 404-266-9115.

In the last month, there’s been a lot of good news for those who want to prevent heart disease, the #1 killer of Americans. Three recent studies show that simple, natural treatments can lower your risk of a heart attack. Two additional new studies show that a pair of medications [...]]]> By Jacob Teitelbaum, MD

In the last month, there’s been a lot of good news for those who want to prevent heart disease, the #1 killer of Americans. Three recent studies show that simple, natural treatments can lower your risk of a heart attack. Two additional new studies show that a pair of medications typically prescribed to prevent heart disease – statins and aspirin – are riskier than was previously thought. Let’s look at the medication studies first.

In a study on cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, researchers from the University of Massachusetts analyzed health data from more than 150,000 postmenopausal women, aged 50 to 79. They found that taking statins was linked to an increased the risk of developing diabetes by 48%.[1] And no one type of statin was at fault. All types of statins were linked to higher risk.

Disturbingly, statins were linked to an even higher risk of diabetes in Hispanic and Asian women, at 57% and 78% higher, respectively. And women who weren’t overweight – a group that is normally not at risk for developing diabetes – were at just as much risk as women who were overweight.

What does the research show? Statins are wonderful for people with known heart disease, but not a good idea for those without known heart disease who are simply trying to lower their cholesterol.[2]

In the new study on aspirin, UK researchers analyzed data from nine other studies involving more than 100,000 people. They found that taking a daily aspirin to prevent heart disease increased the risk of serious stomach bleeds by 30% – but only decreased the risk of “cardiovascular events” (nonfatal heart attacks and cardiovascular death) by 10%.[3] “On a routine basis, I would not recommend aspirin use in primary prevention,” said the study leader in an interview. I agree with that recommendation.

But there’s plenty of good news, too — about natural ways to prevent heart disease.

Researchers at the University of Scranton tested nine different kinds of raw and roasted nuts and two types of peanuts for the ability of their polyphenols (powerful antioxidants) to stop the oxidation of LDL, the process that triggers artery-clogging plaque. The #1 nut in both the roasted and raw categories: the walnut.[4] Brazil nuts took second in both categories. Pecans, raw pistachios and roasted hazelnuts were powerful, too. Try to eat a handful or two of nuts a day. And don’t worry about weight gain; studies consistently show nuts are so satisfying a snack that those who eat them regularly don’t tend to put on weight.

There’s also heartening news for women who enjoy the heart-protecting power of alcohol, but worry about its possible role in breast cancer. In a study on premenopausal women, researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles found that red wine is a nutritional aromatase inhibitor. It stops the conversion of free testosterone into estrogen, a risk factor for breast cancer. In other words, drinking red wine in moderation (one drink a day for women) may not pose a cancer risk.[5] “For those who consume wine, I would suggest red wine,” said the study leader in an interview. “For those who drink other alcoholic drinks, I would suggest switching to red wine.”

Finally, a new study of more than 29,000 people from 52 countries shows what many studies have already shown: exercise has the power to reduce the risk of heart attacks – in this study, by up to 24%. [6]

Non-drug approaches can also powerfully help treat heart disease, including problems such as angina, abnormal heart rhythms and congestive heart failure. Here are the key nutritional treatments for heart problems that I use in my practice:

Ribose (5 grams, 3 times a day). This nutrient is key to energy production in the body, including the heart.[7,8]
Coenzyme Q10 (200 to 400 mg a day). [9,10] This nutrient is also critical for energy production and is especially important for anyone on cholesterol-lowering medications, since they cause Coenzyme Q10 deficiency.[11]
Acetyl-L-carnitine (500 mg, 3 times a day, for six weeks, then 500 mg a day). This compound also boosts energy in heart cells.[12]
Magnesium orotate (6,000 mg a day for one month, followed by 3,000 mg a day for 11 months). The benefit is both from the magnesium and from the orotate, a compound that is manufactured in the body by good bacteria and was once considered a B vitamin (B13).[13]
Hawthorne extract (200 mg 3 times a day). This nutrient improves heart failure symptoms.[14]
It is also a good idea to include a good multivitamin as well, as many nutrients (including magnesium and B vitamins) play a key role in energy production in the heart and throughout the body.

References:

[1] Culver AL, Ockene IS, Balasubramanian R, et al. Statin use and risk of diabetes mellitus in postmenopausal women in the Women’s Health Initiative. Archives of Internal Medicine 2012; DOI: 10.1001/archinternmed.2011.625

[2] Taylor F, Ward K, Moore THM, Burke M, Davey Smith G, Casas JP, Ebrahim S. Statins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2011, Issue 1. Art. No.: CD004816. DOI:10.1002/14651858.CD004816. pub4.

[3] Seshasai SRK, Wijesuriya S, Sivakumaran R, et al. Effect of aspirin on vascular and nonvascular outcomes: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Archives of Internal Medicine 2012; DOI:10.1001/archinternmed.2011.628.

[4] Vinson Ja, Cai, Y, Food & Function, 2011 Dec 21. [Epub ahead of print]

[5] Shufelt C, Merz CN, Red Versus White Wine as a Nutritional Aromatase Inhibitor in Premenopausal Women. Journal of Womens Health. 2011 Dec 7. [Epub ahead of print]

[6] Held C, Iqbal R, Lear SA, et al. Physical activity levels, ownership of goods promoting sedentary behavior and risk of myocardial infarction: results of the INTERHEART study. European Heart Journal 2012; DOI:10.1093/eurheartj/ehr432.

[7] Hegewald MG, Palac RT, Angello DA, Perlmutter NS, Wilson RA. Ribose infusion accelerates thallium redistribution with early imaging compared with late 24-hour imaging without ribose. J Am Coll Cardiol. 1991 Dec;18(7):1671-81.

[8] Perlmutter NS, Wilson RA, Angello DA, et al. Ribose facilitates thallium-201 redistribution in patients with coronary artery disease. J Nucl Med. 1991 Feb;32(2):193-200.

[9] Sander S, Coleman SI, et al, “The impact of coenzyme Q10 on systolic function in patients with chronic heart failure,” Journal of Cardiac Failure, 2006; 12(6): 464-72.

[10] Weant KA, Smith KM, “The role of coenzyme Q10 in heart failure,” Ann Pharmacother, 2005; 39(9): 1522-6.

[11] Berthold HK, Naini A, et al, “Effect of ezetimibe and/or simvastatin on coenzyme Q10 levels in plasma: a randomised trial,” Drug Saf, 2006; 29(8): 703-12.

[12] Ghidini O, Azzurro M, Vita A, Sartori G. (1988) Evaluation of the therapeutic efficacy of L-carnitine in congestive heart failure. International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, Therapy and Toxicology 26: 217-220.

[13] “Magnesium orotate in severe congestive heart failure (MACH),” Sepura OB, Martynow AI, Int J Cardiol, 2009; 134(1): 145-7.

[14] Guo R, Pittler MH, Ernst E. Hawthorn extract for treating chronic heart failure. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2008, Issue 1. Art. No.: CD005312. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD005312.pub2

What happens inside the body that actually generates an allergic reaction?

Histamines trigger local inflammatory immune reactions in response to foreign pathogens. They are produced by basophils and by mast cells found in nearby connective tissues. Histamines increase the permeability of the capillaries to white blood cells and some proteins, which shows up [...]]]> HISTAMINE

What happens inside the body that actually generates an allergic reaction?

Histamines trigger local inflammatory immune reactions in response to foreign pathogens. They are produced by basophils and by mast cells found in nearby connective tissues. Histamines increase the permeability of the capillaries to white blood cells and some proteins, which shows up as mucus sometimes a lot of it to allow them to engage pathogens in the infected tissues. Because they are found in virtually all animal body cells, an inflammatory allergic immune reaction can occur pretty much anywhere on or throughout the body, which means we can have allergic reactions to almost anything, including dust, cat hair, mold, and poison oak or ivy.

Unfortunately, although it is a well-intentioned attempt at defense, histamine response in the form of allergies, asthma attacks, bronchitis, coughs, and inflamed tissues, often winds up doing even greater damage to the body than the irritant against which it attempted to protect.

The ultimate anti-reaction drugs cortisone or prednisone are designed to suppress and arrest severe allergic reactions. The body produces its own indigenous counterpart to cortisone in the form of cortisol, mostly in the cortical part of the adrenals, which Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) classifies as Kidney Yin. Licorice is described as being “cortisone-sparing.”* In other words, it allows the body’s own cortisol to remain in circulation longer, thus creating a deeper, longer lasting, protective cortisol effect.* If you are not prone to high blood pressure, drinking licorice tea can provide temporary relief from allergies.*

CHINESE HERBS

The Chinese herb bai zhi (radix Angelica dahurica) has an acrid flavor, warm energy and enters the Lung, Stomach and Spleen organ meridians is used for Wind-Cold nasal congestion, headaches, muscle aches and symptoms of Dampness and itching. Bai zhi has been found to have antihistamine properties.*

The traditional formula Pe Min Kan Wan, also known as Bi Min Gan Wan or Nasal Allergy Pills, is used to provide relief from common nasal discomfort and hay fever. It can be tried as an alternative to harsher antihistamines and decongestants to relieve stressed out nasal passages.*

Pe Min Kan Wan’s efficacy rests on the inclusion of one of the most powerful antiviral botanicals, ban lan gen (isatis root). Isatis happens to be one of the oldest and most common Western herbs so common in fact that its once-popular name, woad, in medieval times simply meant, weed.Unfortunately, most of isatis’s medicinal uses were ignored in favor of its use as a blue dye plant for which it was cultivated. This bitter and a cold (meaning anti-inflammatory) herb treats all those kinds of conditions associated with viral infection. Even though this blog focuses on treating allergies, it is not uncommon that such conditions are complicated with a cold or flu. Pe Min Kan Wan clears Heat and toxic materials, cools Blood and subdues swelling.*

People who are taking blood-thinning drugs or who have known sulfur sensitivities (isatis is a member of the Cruciferae family which contains sulfur-like compounds) should avoid isatis. Otherwise, it is regarded as safe enough that traditional Chinese people used to take this herb in the Spring as a blood cleanser to relieve the internal burden of toxins in the body to make it better able to contend with the external ones that it is likely to encounter in this season.

Another commonly used formula for springtime allergies is Bi Yan Pian (Sinus Infection and Headache Pill), which is used as a gentler herbal alternative to pharmaceutical antihistamines. However, it combines antibacterial properties making it useful for allergies and colds complicated with bacterial infections. The difference between Pe Min Kan Wan and Bi Yan Pian is that the latter is indicated for acute conditions with thick yellow mucus, while the former is for more chronic conditions associated with clear or whitish mucus.*

AYURVEDIC HERBS

Ayurvedic herbal formulas for allergies are less specifically antihistamine but work on digestion. Traditional herbal medicine views digestion as the underlying cause of most diseases. A lack of enzymes leads to poor breakdown of food, which in turn causes an accumulation of mucus.

One possible physiological connection between the generation of histamine, mucus and the stomach are Enterochromaffin-like cells or ECL cells, which are found in the stomach’s mucosa and synthesize and secrete histamine. These may explain why some people seem to be relatively clear of allergic symptoms so long as they carefully monitor their diet to prevent histaminic reactions, characterized by extreme acute paroxysmal coughing reaction caused by long sticky, stringy, mucus. This is where the Ayurvedic formula Trikatu is most effective. Consisting of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger mixed with honey, it stimulates digestive enzymes which, if taken early in the season, may help with springtime allergies.*

WESTERN HERBS

Stinging nettle leaf has anti-inflammatory properties and seems to reduce prostaglandin production in the body. A study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research in 2009 demonstrated in the laboratory that the Nettle leaf blocks histamine receptors, and acts to block prostaglandin production by the COX-1 and COX-2 pathways. It also blocks the release of enzymes from mast cells. All those effects together make this a potentially potent anti-allergy herb.* Confirming the lab data are some studies showing that it reduces sneezing and runny nose for people with allergies.

There are no reported adverse herb drug reactions between these milder herbal treatments for springtime allergies and common over-the-counter allergy drugs. However, all herbal and pharmaceutical approaches to treating allergies involve resolving and drying mucus in one form or another, so individuals with serious Yin Deficiency (preexistent constitutional dryness) or what Ayurveda calls a vata condition might experience an aggravation from either the drug or to a far lesser extent the herbal allergy treatments. If there are any signs of an exacerbation of dryness and Yin Deficiency symptoms (night sweats, extreme thirst, irritability, etc.),  it might be wise to back off your dose of anti-allergy formula or drug (or at least, don’t use them together).

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

This information is not intended to be medical advice nor is it intended to take the place of care provided by your healthcare practitioner. The information is provided for educational and information purposes only, to educate about the traditional use herbs.

Given the link between healthy inflammation response and whole-body health, an area of extensive ongoing research, a supplement strategy geared toward promoting a healthy [...]]]> HOW ARE YOU RESPONDING TO INFLAMMATION?

Many people think that only joints are affected by inflammation. The truth is the body’s natural inflammation response affects everyone and every major organ system.

Given the link between healthy inflammation response and whole-body health, an area of extensive ongoing research, a supplement strategy geared toward promoting a healthy inflammation response is a fundamental part of maximizing health and well-being.*

MULTIPLE SYNERGISTIC COMPONENTS FOR INFLAMMATION

Extensive research conducted within the last two decades has indicated that phytochemicals present in herbs and spices cab safely and effectively promote a healthy inflammation response.*

Research at leading medical institutions, including human clinical trials, has demonstrated a unique herbal formulation’s ability to promote a safe, natural, and healthy response to inflammation.*

Zyflamend contains combinations of herbs traditionally used to promote a healthy inflammation response.* These herbs, most of which have been part of the human diet for thousands of years, are uniquely extracted to deliver the full spectrum of naturally occurring constituents.

Zyflamend is the #1 selling herbal in the U.S. for healthy inflammation response. It contains hundreds of bioactive ingredients from ten of th most researched botanicals that promote a healthy inflammation and provide multiple health benefits such as healthy aging, joint health, heart health, and bone health.*

ZYFLAMEND’S PATENTED HERBAL FORMULA FOR INFLAMMATION

New Chapter has extensively researched the herbal pharmacopeia and international medical databases and discovered that the following time tested herbs, properly extracted and blended in the correct proportions, contain a significant number of phytonutrients that may safely and significantly promote a healthy inflammation response.*

Holy Basil- Contains ursolic acid, that significantly enhances detoxification and promotes a healthy inflammation response.*

Turmeric- Unique curcumin phytonutrient complex, synergistic with green tea, significantly multiplying each heab’s ability to promote healthy eicosanoid balance.*

Ginger- Supercritical extract modulates both eicosaniod cascades and offers numerous anti-aging constituents.*

Green Tea- Proceedings of the National Academy of Science report green tea polyphenols exert a beneficial effect on healthy eicosaniod balance. A major university’s database notes that green tea contains 51 phytonutrients that promote a healthy inflammation response.*

Rosemary- Dual extracts offer highly concentrated, full spectrum eicosaniod balance and support detoxification.*

Hu Zhang- Richest known source of resveratrol, with each daily serving of Zyflamend delivering the approximate equivalent of six glasses of reveratrol-rich wine.

Chinese Golden thread and Barberry- Unique berberine phytonutrient complex, naturally promotes a healthy inflammation response.

Oregano- Source of a large number of phytonutrient modulators according to the USDA database.*

Baikal Skullcap- Unique baicalin phytonutrient complex, naturally promotes healthy inflammation response.*

ZYFLAMEND: EXTENSIVELY RESEARCHED FOR INFLAMMATION

Zyflamend, the unique patented herbal formula from new Chapter, represents a scientific breakthrough in the maintenance of a healthy inflammation response.* Recent research studies suggest daily Zyflamend supplementation may be an effective strategy to modulate inflammation and promote healthy joint function, normally cell growth, and healthy heart function.* Zyflamend is the subject of ongoing research at preeminent research centers in the Unites States.

Come into Willner Chemists today and check out this amazing herbal formula to promote a healthy inflammation response and support your joint health, bone health, skin health, normal cell growth, and healthy heart function.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
As with any dietary or herbal supplement, you should advise your healthcare practitioner of the use of this product. If you are nursing, pregnant, or considering pregnancy, you should consult your healthcare practitioner prior to using this product or other supplements for inflammation.

Until recently many anti-aging enthusiasts were familiar with the hormone DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), far fewer were likely to be aware of its metabolite, 7-Keto DHEA, which is responsible for many of DHEA’s beneficial actions.

Scientists have documented DHEA’s wide-ranging benefits in numerous clinical studies. DHEA helps to retard the effects of aging and promotes enhanced [...]]]>

Until recently many anti-aging enthusiasts were familiar with the hormone DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), far fewer were likely to be aware of its metabolite, 7-Keto DHEA, which is responsible for many of DHEA’s beneficial actions.

Scientists have documented DHEA’s wide-ranging benefits in numerous clinical studies. DHEA helps to retard the effects of aging and promotes enhanced longevity, exerting a multitude of effects through its conversion to some 150 metabolites, each with unique actions within the body.

One of the most important of these is 7-Keto DHEA (commonly referred to as 7-Keto), a hormone metabolite that can safely boost immune function and help reduce body fat. Unlike DHEA, however, 7-Keto does not convert to estrogen and testosterone. Because DHEA and 7-Keto have separate and unique functions and properties, it is important to understand the differences between these two popular dietary supplements.

Fast-Acting and Safe

The term 7-Keto is in fact a brand name for the chemical compound 3-acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandros-terone, a naturally occurring metabolite primarily produced in the adrenal glands and skin (though some production occurs in the brain as well). Human blood levels of 7-Keto tend to follow the same course over time as those of DHEA, rising until about the age of 20 and then slowly descending beginning around the age of 30. Urinary excretion studies show that average blood concentrations of 7-Keto decline nearly 50% by age 50 (see chart below).

“This reduction in 7-Keto levels is partially responsible for the increases in body fat and total body weight often seen in older people,” notes Dr. Sergey Dzugan, president of Life Extension Scientific Information, Inc. “This decline also plays a role in the compromised immune function that is a hallmark of the aging process. Moreover, since DHEA and 7-Keto decline at a more rapid rate than cortisol, this creates a period of cortisol dominance that can wreak havoc on the immune system. For these reasons, supplementation with 7-Keto is often appropriate.” Another benefit to 7-Keto is that it does not convert to estrogen or testosterone. This may make 7-Keto a safer alternative for persons with hormone-sensitive cancers, for whom regular DHEA may be too risky.

Studies have demonstrated that 7-Keto does not accumulate in the body over time and is free of unhealthy side effects. An analysis of the metabolite at the Chicago Center for Clinical Research found that 7-Keto is rapidly absorbed and sulfated, much like DHEA. The sulfated form of 7-Keto DHEA is more stable in plasma, and blood levels can therefore be more accurately measured with laboratory equipment. In the Chicago analysis, peak plasma levels were achieved 2.2 hours after supplementation, and a steady-state level in plasma was reached with twice-daily dosing. Despite 7-Keto DHEA’s rapid elimination by the body, measured as a half-life of 2.17 hours, relatively high blood levels are quickly achieved. For example, after one week of dosing at 200 mg per day, a mean 7-Keto level of 15.8 nanograms per milliliter (ng/ml) was attained; after four weeks of supplementation, the mean level was only modestly higher at 16.3 ng/ml. Supplementation with 7-Keto can therefore have relatively rapid benefits. Lower dosing resulted in proportionally lower blood levels of 7-Keto.

Thermogenic Properties

7-Keto produces fat loss through the process of thermogenesis. This term refers to the creation of heat, which is one of the forms of energy produced when the body’s cells metabolize the food we eat. Greater amounts of thermogenesis boost the body’s metabolic rate which increases the conversion of stored fat into energy.

7-Keto enhances the activity of three thermogenic enzymes that stimulate fatty acid oxidation in the liver. These thermogenic-en-hancing enzymes are fatty acyl CoA oxidase, malic enzyme, and glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase. These enzymes drive the liver cells to burn fatty acids for energy, which causes a lowering of triglycerides in the liver.

Supplementation with 7-Keto has a dramatic effect on boosting levels of these thermogenic-enhancing enzymes. Studies found that fatty acyl CoA oxidase increased by 128%, while malic enzyme jumped 860%. The concentration of glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase increased by 138% as well.

A study published in Current Therapeutic Research revealed just how effective 7-Keto is in inducing fat loss. In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, 30 overweight adults (28 women and 2 men) were divided into two groups. Group 1 received 100 mg of 7-Keto twice daily for eight weeks, while group 2 took a matching pla-cebo capsule. All subjects participated in an exercise program three times a week that consisted of 50 minutes of aerobic and non-aerobic cross training under the supervision of an exercise physiologist. In addition, each subject was instructed by a registered dietitian to follow an 1800-calorie-a-day diet. The subjects underwent testing for blood chemistry, body composition, blood pressure, and dietary analysis at baseline and at weeks four and eight.

The researchers found that the 7-Keto group lost a significant amount of body weight compared to the placebo group—6.3 versus 2.1 pounds. The 7-Keto group also lost a greater percentage of body fat compared to the placebo group—1.8% versus 0.57%. Compared to the placebo group, the 7-Keto group saw a significant increase in thyroid hormone activity that targets fat- burning genes in the mitochondria and adipose tissue. No adverse effects were reported. The results show that 7-Keto can significantly and safely reduce body weight and body fat when combined with exercise and a reduced-calorie diet. This is due to the greatly increased levels of fat-burning enzymes in the liver as well as the elevation of thyroid hormone. These beneficial changes are known to boost basal metabolic rate, making it easier to shed excess pounds. Supplementation with 7-Keto can therefore help reverse the decline in metabolic rate that makes it so easy to put on weight as we age. Unlike caffeine and ephedrine, 7-Keto does not have a central nervous system stimulating effect caused by nor-adrenalin release, nor does 7-Keto increase heart rate or blood pressure.

Supplement to Boost Your Metabolism

In short if your expanding belly is the result of a slowing metabolism, then 7-Keto may be the supplement you need. 7-Keto is a natural byproduct of the DHEA hormone in our own bodies that helps to keep us young. But as we age, the levels of DHEA and its byproduct 7-Keto drop – this begins to happen after you turn 30 – slowing your metabolism and resulting in weight gain. 7-Keto works to counter this by stimulating the thyroid to permanently raise your metabolism’s set point, or your resting metabolic rate, which is based on your body’s amount of fat and muscle. A lower metabolism means more fat, and a higher metabolism means more muscle. Once 7-Keto raises your metabolic set point, your body’s engines can begin burning faster, resulting in less weight gain and a trimmer belly, especially when combined with diet and exercise.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information is not intended to be medical advice nor is it intended to take the place of care provided by your healthcare practitioner. The information is provided for educational and informational purposes only, to help educate on diet and lifestyle improvement and nutritional supplementation.

THE IMPORTANCE OF FASTING FOR CLEANSING YOUR BODY

Over time, toxins build up in our bodies as a result of exposure to excess pollutants in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Our bodies are designed to eliminate toxins under normal conditions but in today’s world, toxins [...]]]>  

THE IMPORTANCE OF FASTING FOR CLEANSING YOUR BODY

Over time, toxins build up in our bodies as a result of exposure to excess pollutants in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Our bodies are designed to eliminate toxins under normal conditions but in today’s world, toxins may build up in our system faster than our bodies can expel them. For many people, this ability to “self-purify” is even more difficult because they are exposed to toxins such as heavy metals, smoke, pollution, pesticides, herbicides, and preservatives in food. Internal cleansing or detoxification can help to remove these toxins from our bodies in a gentle, safe, and natural manner.*

WHAT ARE THE SEVEN CHANNELS OF ELIMINATION?

The seven channels of elimination are the colon, liver, kidneys, lungs, lymphatic system, skin, and blood. Many fasting programs focus on cleansing just one organ or system but they are all connected and you cannot target just one. The entire body must be cleansed. Without a through whole body cleanse, toxins will be redistributed throughout the body. A Survival Juice Fast effectively addresses all seven channels of elimination.*

WHAT IS A SURVIVAL PLANT?

Adapted for continues existence over thousands of years, certain hjardy and proven plants have taken on characteristics that have enabled them to withstand exceptionally harsh and volatile environments including periods of extreme drought, flood, temperature shifts, lava flows, intense sunlight and more over thousands of years. These traits are also what provide so many of the unique nutritional and therapeutic benefits of these nutrient-dense Survival Plants.

WHAT IS THE SURVIVAL PLANT FAST?

While some fats require a complete abstinence from all food and drink except water, the founder of Genesis Today Dr. Lindsey Duncan recommends fasting with Survival Plant juices in order to benefit from their natural ability to enhance the detoxification process, while also helping to minimize some of the side effects associated with fasting such as headaches, fatigue, and light-headedness.*

WHO COULD BENEFIT FROM THE SURVIVAL PLANT FAST?

Everyone who lives in today’s toxin-filled world, even if you are eating a healthy diet, has been exposed to chemicals, pollutants, and other harmful sources of toxins. There are a number of warning signs that indicate toxins are building up in your system. you may feel sluggish and tired. You may experience bloating and poor elimination. You may feel mentally listless and experience brain fog, or you not even have any noticeable symptoms. Everybody can use a “break” from the exertion of digesting the foods that are most commonly available to us today.*

WHAT ARE THE POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF FASTING WITH SURVIVAL PLANTS?

There are a number of potential benefits to fasting with Survival Plants which include: weight control, detoxification, digestive health, positive moods, healthy energy, rejuvenated metabolism, unique nutrients, and protective antioxidants.*

WHAT OCCURS DURING THE SURVIVAL PLANT FAST?

During the fast several changes may occur in the body, including: increase in tissue oxygenation, cleansing of the whole body, loss of excess weight and water, release of chemicals and toxins that are stored in fat and other tissues.*

THE WORLD’S BEST SURVIVAL PLANT JUICES

Genesis Today is the world leader in 100% pure, whole Survival Plant juices from around the plant and one of the leading brands in the health food market in North America today.

Their unique juices are made from wild-harvested Survival Plant fruits, which contain an abundant amount of necessary nutrients, protective factors, and unique compounds that have allowed the plants to evolve, survive, and prosper despite harsh, variable , and challenging conditions. Here are the reasons why Genesis Today Survival Plant juices are the best available:

Wild-Harvested Fruit- Of course organic is good but wild -harvested is actually better. Genesis Today Survival Plants are grown in their own natural, native environment, free of over-farming, chemicals, pesticides, or contamination of any kind. they survive and thrive in the wild. this means you receive whole and living Survival Plant juices in their most natural form.

100% Pure Fruit- Each Genesis Today Survival Plant juice is 100% pure, whole juice, with no added ingredients, not even water. There are no added filler juices to cut costs, no sugar or sweeteners, and no filtering of the whole juice components. In fact, each product contains a full 30,000 mg of Survival Fruit juices per 1 oz. serving to assure therapeutic dosages!

Whole Fruit- Using age-old techniques. Genesis Today captures the entire goodness of the therapeutic nutrients in each fruit, including the skin, fruit, seeds, and sometimes even the leaves. By including the whole fruit, you gain the many benefits of all of the nutrient rich parts of the plant.

WHY GENESIS TODAY SURVIVAL PLANT JUICES CAN WORK FOR YOU

Each Survival Plant has developed its own unique survival properties. For this reason Dr. Lindsey, a world authority on dietary cleanses and fasts, drinks all four of these Survival Plant juices every day. in fact, he believes that there is a synergistic effect to drinking multiple juices. here are just some of the benefits of each of these Survival Plant juices:

Goji 100: Genesis Today uses a 4,000 thousand year old Traditional Chinese recipe. The slow cooking of Goji juice makes a thick and therapeutic tonic that is rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides. Known as the “Happy Berry,” Goji has been used to elevate the mood, enhance libido, increase energy, and stimulate the release of hormones.*

Acai 100: Known as the “Beauty Berry” in its native Brazil, Acai contains 16 amino acids, fiber, essential fatty acids, and powerful antioxidants. Acai contains 10 to 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine. Anthocyanins are phytochemicals that offer protective benefits. Acai can help control appetite because the fiber and essential fatty acids will empty enter the blood stream slowly, creating a greater sense of satiety.*

Noni 100: Genesis Today’s Noni 100 is made the same way indigenous people of Polynesia have been making it for thousands of years. Aged for 42 weeks, Noni 100 is very powerful pure, pungent, and highly concentrated. Known as a digestive bitter, it helps to cleanse the entire digestive system, re-mineralize the body, and rebalance pH. Noni contains over 160 powerful vitamins, minerals, trace minerals, and novel compounds that are naturally  supportive of healthy immune function.*

Mangosteen 100: Grown in Southeast Asia, mangosteen is nicknamed the “Queen of Fruits” and has been used for thousands of years in folk medicine to treat inflammatory conditions, dysentery, control pain, and disinfect wounds. The pericap contains an abundance of phytonutrients ccalled Xanthones, which are natural anti-inflammatory agents and one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants. Clinically shown to reduce inflammation, Xanthone may account for Mangosteen’s therapeutic properties.*

GENESIS TODAY SURVIVAL PLANT FAST

Solid Food: none

Water: 14-18 (8oz.) glasses per day

Lemon: 1/2 organic lemon in water two times a day

Herbal Tea: as much as you want, non-sweetened

Fresh Vegetable Juices:  8oz. twice a day

for example, put the following through a juicer:

-one organic lemon,

-any or all of these greens: collards, kale, beet tops, carrot tops, mustard greens, dandelion greens, spinach, parsley, turnip greens

-one small beet

-one or two apples

Adjust flavor with lemon, beet, and apple if the greens taste too bitter.

Genesis Today Survival Plant Juices:

-Noni 100 2oz. 5 times a day

-Acai 100 2oz. 5 times a day

-Goji 100 2oz. 5 times a day

-Mangosteen 100 2oz. 5 times a day

Skin Brush: Two or three times per day, use a soft bristle brush, start at your feet and in a circular motion work up toward your heart. When you get to your shoulders and neck, brush down towards your heart. Do not brush your face. Do once immediately before your shower and alternate hot & cold water in the shower to further stimulate the lymphatic system and increase detoxification.

Rest: Rest as much as possible, take naps. your body needs this time for recovery and rejuvenating your cells.

Exercise: Limit to brisk walks only or gentle bouncing on a rebounder.

Colonics or Enemas (Optional): One time per day, use only purified warm water

Genesis Today 100% pure, whole Survival Plant juices are in the same forms that have been used for centuries by native peoples around the world to ensure longevity and health. The nutritional characteristics of these plants can be applied in a fasting program as one of the quickest ways to detoxify and rejuvenate your body. You’ll be surprised how refreshed you feel after a fast!

This information is not intended to be medical advice nor is it intended to take the place of care provided by your Healthcare Practitioner. The information is provided for educational and informational purposes only, to help educate on diet and lifestyle improvement, and nutritional supplementation. Consult your Healthcare Practitioner before conducting any extended fast or cleansing program.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.