For thousands of years, turmeric root has been used as a traditional Indian medicine. The turmeric spice, which gives curry its golden color, has been recognized for wide-ranging health benefits.1-5 The most beneficial compounds in turmeric are curcuminoids, which include curcumin and related compounds. One animal study showed lifespan extension up to 26% with curcumin supplementation.6
Heart and circulatory system
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Boost Nitric Oxide to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk
An age-related decline in nitric oxide levels contributes to inner arterial wall dysfunction. A blend of aronia berries and a sustainable form of L-arginine boosts the body’s production of nitric oxide, helping to improve blood flow.
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Homocysteine Reduction
Homocysteine is an amino acid made from a common dietary amino acid, methionine, that inflicts damage to the inner arterial lining (endothelium). Elevated levels of homocysteine have been associated with many diseases, including: cardiovascular disease, congestive heart failure, stroke, migraines, age-related macular degeneration, hearing loss, brain atrophy, Alzheimer disease.
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Lethal Dangers of Sitting Too Long
Deep vein thrombosis, caused by sitting too long, kills over 100,000 Americans each year. A human study shows that nattokinase and French maritime pine bark improve circulation in the lower legs, lessen leg swelling, and reduce thrombosis (abnormal clot) formation.
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Broad-Spectrum Effects of Grape Seed Extract
Despite their predilection for fatty food, the French have a relatively low risk of dying from heart disease. Wine consumption may explain this “French paradox.” New research reveals that grape plants are loaded with “super-antioxidant” phytocompounds such as quercetin, resveratrol, and others that may benefit human health in myriad ways.
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How To Restore Your Cellular Energy with D-ribose
D-ribose replenishes the metabolic energy needed by all our cells—including those in our heart and brain—thereby improving cardiac and neurological function and vitality.
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Novel Support for Chronic Heart Failure, Arrhythmia and Coronary Artery Blockage
New research documents the ability of hawthorn and arjuna to improve cardiac health. The benefits of these botanicals are enhanced heart muscle function and increased coronary blood flow, making them of particular interest to those concerned about congestive heart failure.
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Reduce Artery Blocking Lipid-Inflammation
Progressive arterial blockage can manifest as coronary heart disease, ischemic stroke, and other bodily impairments.
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Remarkable Rejuvenation Effects of Taurine
A low-cost amino acid facilitates a diverse range of biological functions. Taurine has been shown to improve markers of health implicated in rapid-onset aging, along with disorders such as heart disease, sarcopenia4 and dementia.
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How Magnesium & Vitamin D Work Together
Magnesium and vitamin D enhance each other’s benefits by boosting nutrient activation, absorption, and delivery. Magnesium and vitamin D are vital to overall health. But you're taking either one alone, you're not getting the full benefits! Research has shown that these two nutrients rely on each other to provide systemic benefits.
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Nadciśnienie - naturalne sposoby w walce z ukrytym zabójcą
U ludzi mających ponad 55 lat istnieje ponad 90% ryzyko rozwoju wysokiego ciśnienia krwi. Eksperci szacują, że ten „ukryty zabójca” odpowiada za 40,5 miliona wizyt u lekarza każdego roku.Niestety, są one często zbyt późne. Nieodpowiednia kontrola ciśnienia krwi powoli uszkadza nerki i układ naczyniowy, często doprowadzając do ataku serca, udaru czy niewydolności nerek.
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Critical Need For a Multi-Modal Approach to Combat Obesity part 2
Blocking the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates are important points of intervention for losing weight. The objective is to target specific enzymes in the intestine, before calorie-rich carbo-hydrates enter the circulation.