tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56665092002561613922024-03-13T13:37:53.952-07:00Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic & Natural Pharmacy LLCVail Valley's premiere source for optimal health and wellness programs.
Experience how natural medicine can improve your health and help you to achieve the life style that Vail Valley is famous for.
Naturopathic doctors are the nation's leading experts in natural healthcare. Our focus is treating the cause of disease and not just the symptoms. In this blog we offer the latest research in natural medicine. Enjoy! For more info on Dr. Wiancek go to www.healthref.com.
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comBlogger567125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-54195092335722656522023-05-11T13:58:00.001-07:002023-05-11T13:58:33.941-07:00Apps To Help Improve your Health<p class="MsoNormal">If you are looking for some apps to help you improve your
health and wellness, you might want to check out these latest highly rated apps
for health and wellness. These apps have been reviewed by experts and users,
and they offer a variety of features and benefits to suit your needs and goals.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Calm: This app is designed to help you reduce stress and
anxiety, improve your sleep quality, and enhance your mental well-being. You
can choose from guided meditations, soothing music, nature sounds, bedtime
stories, and more. Calm also has a daily calm feature that gives you a new
meditation every day.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Fitbit: This app is a companion to the Fitbit device,
which tracks your steps, heart rate, calories burned, sleep, and more. You can
also use the app to set goals, join challenges, log your food and water intake,
and get personalized insights and tips. Fitbit also syncs with other apps and
devices, such as Strava, MyFitnessPal, and Google Fit.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Headspace: This app is another popular option for meditation
and mindfulness. You can learn the basics of meditation with the free 10-day
course, or explore hundreds of themed sessions on topics such as stress, focus,
happiness, and more. Headspace also has a kids mode that teaches children how
to meditate and cope with emotions.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Noom: This app is a weight loss program that uses
psychology and behavior change to help you lose weight and keep it off. You can
get a personalized plan based on your goals and preferences, track your food
and exercise, get feedback from a coach, and join a supportive community of
other Noomers.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><p>- Yoga Studio: This app is a comprehensive yoga app that
offers over 100 classes for all levels and styles. You can also create your own
custom classes with the library of poses and videos. Yoga Studio also has a
calendar feature that lets you schedule your classes and sync them with your
device's calendar. </p>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-26096657454787041722023-04-13T11:40:00.001-07:002023-04-13T11:40:12.082-07:00Samsara Life a poem for the inspiration of your daily life.<p> <em style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Honor the stillness that purifies your soul. It has been in you since before your birth. Your private voyage began generations ago. Your actions will determine its destination. Respect other voyagers—even adversaries. You do not know their compass. Avoid angry and embittered people— they stir up trouble. We fall asleep with our dreams yet, wake with our habits.</em></p><em style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br />Build your habits first—dreams will follow. Stick to the confidence deep in your heart. Believe in a guiding star—great figures have trusted in the same. Substance grooms confidence. With power comes humility, but never forget to take your bow and accept the esteem of your success. Happiness is measured by happiness—not dollars, square footage or years of marriage.<br />It is sublime to touch bliss in music, leisure, art or sport. Command your anxiety by doing the hard thing first. Do not let cynics and false experts shake your mastery. They choose to tear down rather than build up. Don’t worry, they will not last. Focus on those who are proud to be a part of this world. Listen closely to people who can change their mind—they show courage.<br /><br />Seek achievement before publicity. If the world deserves you, it will recognize you. Be diligent and patient. An old farmer once said, “Le travail, c’est la santé.” So, if ‘work is health,’ work hard and be well. Do your part to stay strong. Enjoy walks, rides and stretching— they give mental peace. For your body, eat an apple, banana, carrot and orange each day. Use your own hand to write cards and letters. This will clear your mind and bring joy to others.<br /><br />Explore and travel. The world is magnificent and perplexing—see as much of it as you can. Relish your time to read, study and gather advice, but you are still responsible. Look fear in the face and calm any guilt about taking time for yourself. Life blossoms with delayed, not deleted, gratification. You deserve what you have built and you merit the legacy they engrave to your memory. Like the colorful, etched layers in grand canyons, the true meaning of life is to find your place in history and to live it well.<br /><br />Short or long, every life makes its full circle. And, when your time gently glides to its horizon―with head unbowed, in perfect poise, balance and dignity―let them say you were a master who kept a regal bearing, did not complain, and left a worthy mark.</em><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Rick Griggs speaks on Balanced Mastery, The Samsara of Life and his Role storming Creativity tool. He is a former Intel Corporation training manager.</span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-24163364898471436192023-04-13T11:39:00.000-07:002023-04-13T11:39:11.393-07:00 Can Preventing Chronic Disease Prevent Further Pandemics?<span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">According to the CDC 90.6% of the individuals who died from Covid 19 had an underlying chronic disease. The most reported underlying medical conditions in individuals getting Covid 19 were hypertension (55.8%), obesity (48.5%), diabetes (41.2%), and cardiovascular disease (32.5%). Prevention is the key to treating chronic disease. Taking a drug to mask your symptoms is not the answer. Prevention and getting to the cause of chronic disease may be the key to preventing further pandemics. If we work to obtain a healthy immune system, our bodies would be able deal with this virus and other viruses as this is not going to be the last pandemic. With the population growing we will continue to be exposed to many different types of viruses, bacteria, and fungus. Studies show that viruses can even play a role in causing autoimmune disease and cancer. Therefore, we should not take our health for granted. We need to take charge of our health and not ignore the symptoms.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Chronic disease includes heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, dementia, autoimmune disease, cancer, stroke, high cholesterol, and chronic lung disease. According to the CDC, ninety percent of the nation’s 3.8 trillion in health care costs are due to chronic disease and mental illness. Six in ten Americans live with at least one chronic disease and four in ten Americans of two or more chronic diseases. Why the epidemic of chronic disease? Because treating chronic disease with drugs never gets to the root cause. In fact, study after study shows that chronic disease can be prevented by simple dietary and lifestyle changes such as healthy eating, eliminating smoking, exercise, and weight loss. Yet very little is done to prevent chronic disease in our society. In fact, our children are becoming predisposed to chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes at an early age because of their poor eating habits. Studies show that thirty percent of all thirty-year-olds already have heart disease, diabetes, and even dementia. The main store where this age group buys their food is 7-Eleven and ninety-five percent of the products in 7-Eleven are processed foods. </span><ul style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><li style="text-align: left; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Heart disease is associated with too much saturated fat in the diet, high stress levels, and not enough exercise. Studies show that if a person has an angioplasty and does not change their lifestyle such as diet and exercise their chances of having another angioplasty in 4 yrs is 90%. </li><li style="text-align: left; text-size-adjust: 100%;">High blood pressure is associated with too much salt, caffeine, and alcohol in the diet, high stress levels, and not enough exercise. I commonly see blood pressure levels come down when patients eliminate alcohol. Toxic exposure can also be a cause of high blood pressure.</li><li style="text-align: left; text-size-adjust: 100%;">High cholesterol is associated with too much saturated fat in the diet. Saturated fats include red meat and dairy products. High cholesterol is also associated with not enough fiber and not enough exercise. Statins are not the answer to lowering cholesterol. If you do not remove the saturated fat you will increase your risk for heart disease. The side effects of statins include muscle pain, dementia, asthma, etc. We need cholesterol to make our hormones. Lowering cholesterol too much will affect our hormone production such as testosterone, progesterone, and estradiol. </li><li style="text-align: left; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Diabetes is also associated with too much saturated fat, not enough fiber, too much sugar, and not enough exercise. We are now seeing kids 8-9 years old with adult-onset diabetes which was unheard of ten years ago. Kids today are not playing outside as much they’re more likely to watch TV, play on the computer, do video games, and eat junk food. </li><li style="text-align: left; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Increased cancer rates are associated with too much saturated fat, not enough fiber, not enough exercise, cigarette smoking, sugar, processed foods, and charcoal grilling of foods. According to the American Cancer Society, one-third of all cancers is due to dietary factors and another third is due to tobacco use. The other third may be related to different factors such as genetics, heredity, chemical exposure, environmental factors, etc. We spend billions of dollars a year on finding the cure for cancer. Yet, 60% of Americans are obese and people today still smoke.</li></ul><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">I want to stress that the epidemic of chronic disease is not being treated properly. People are getting on drugs merely to treat the symptoms and they are not getting to the root cause of the health problem which is their diet and lifestyle. Many people have a hard time believing that changing their diet, not smoking, exercising, having social support, and reducing stress levels can cause even more powerful changes than drugs or surgery. People simply do not know what they need to do to change these habits. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Simple dietary and lifestyle changes may even reduce health care costs nationally and individually. It can also increase overall health and longevity and prevent future pandemics. We all need to start taking greater responsibility for their overall health. Since most chronic diseases can be prevented look first to dietary and lifestyle changes before you seek out that magic bullet approach. You may end up saving a lot of money on your future health care cost. For further questions or to set up an appointment with Dr. Wiancek please call 970-926-7606 or email wiancek@healthref.com. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><p> </p>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-32740892212541655112023-04-13T11:35:00.002-07:002023-04-13T11:35:22.466-07:00Is it a Cold or an allergy?<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">If your runny nose and sneezing linger for more than a week or two, there's a good chance it's allergies. If you have allergies, your immune system, your body's defense system against bacteria and viruses, is on overdrive. It's reacting to a normally innocuous substance such as pollen, trees, grasses, or ragweed as if it's a foreign invader. Often, it's bugged by more than one thing such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander, or even food. (See the entire blog article at </span><a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/search?q=allergies" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/search?q=allergies</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">)</span></p>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-23256578310061756462023-04-13T11:33:00.003-07:002023-04-13T11:33:45.207-07:00Food Truly is our Medicine<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Johns Hopkins, Harvard, and Stanford got together and assessed almost 3000 patients in 6 countries to study the relationship between COVID and diets (published in the journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health). They found that those who ate 3 to 4 or more veggie servings a week have a 72% decreased incidence of a severe reaction with Covid if they get it. But those on a keto-type diet (high animal protein intake), had an increased risk of severity.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Why would that be? Seventy percent of our immune system lives in our gut and our gut cells (enterocytes) demand short-chain fatty acids. These come from veggies and some healthy grains, such as quinoa.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Researchers in the study found that plant-based or fish diets may help lower the severity of Covid-19 infection.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">• The study involved more than 2,800 healthcare professionals in France, Germany, Spain, Italy, the U.K., and the U.S. who were part of the Survey Healthcare Global network.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">• Plant-based diets were associated with a 73% reduction in the incidence of moderate to severe disease from Covid-19, while pescatarian diets were linked to a 59% reduction.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">• Interestingly the study also showed that those practicing a low-carbohydrate, a high-protein diet had nearly four times the odds of moderate to severe infection from Covid-19.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">I recommend eating at least 5-12 veggies a day. This can be in a salad, stir fry or soup. The study above was 3-4 veggies a week. You can imagine how well your immune system will do on 5-12 veggies a day. It is unfortunate that these studies are not being covered by Headline News to inform readers of the power of food as medicine. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Eating more veggies alone will decrease the rate of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, high cholesterol, etc. the leading killers in the U.S. However, combining a good diet with supplementation of essential vitamins in products like my Optimal Health will optimize your immune system.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg5bSM4MBFVURxwMOhCOyRnfs1Gl9ncGEPNYrH_duPTKEAT1rShYx_-D5ePfR1F3v30YbSkeo1pfDaGCMp6-l8j8GpAgVaHA843DKG2WQa5Vm3e3hHLHPsNh9z74agRAJYKvcRZYBbwy3r48ZHyeav-s6HNELCwziRXS3CUZQ0mMNc9Sw4Rmui0O9az" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="624" data-original-width="624" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg5bSM4MBFVURxwMOhCOyRnfs1Gl9ncGEPNYrH_duPTKEAT1rShYx_-D5ePfR1F3v30YbSkeo1pfDaGCMp6-l8j8GpAgVaHA843DKG2WQa5Vm3e3hHLHPsNh9z74agRAJYKvcRZYBbwy3r48ZHyeav-s6HNELCwziRXS3CUZQ0mMNc9Sw4Rmui0O9az" width="240" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /><br /></span></div>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-54502401225576762392023-04-13T11:31:00.000-07:002023-04-13T11:31:13.213-07:00Merck’s New Anti-Viral Drug by Dr. Michael Murray<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">The mainstream media is on full hype mode with Merck’s recently developed pill to treat COVID-19. It is great news for sure, but the truth is that several natural compounds produce better results.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Yes, Merck’s antiviral drug molnupiravir can prevent death and reduce hospitalization from COVID-19, but it provides zero benefit in hospitalized or more severe cases.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">And it really does not seem to stack up to things that I have recommended like vitamin D3 and quercetin.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">What I want to do here is make a very quick comparison to illustrate despite the media hype, the natural approach produces better outcomes.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">First, let’s take a look at the results with molnupiravir.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">The primary Merck study included 775 people who had had mild to moderate COVID for less than five days.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">• Molnupiravir reduced death by 100% as 8 people in the placebo group died while no one on molnupiravir died.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">• Hospitalization was reduced by 48% as 7.3% of people on molnupiravir had to be hospitalized versus 14.1% of people on the placebo</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">• Molnupiravir produces ZERO benefits in patients already hospitalized with COVID. So, it does not produce any benefit in patients with more severe disease.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">What these results show me is that molnupiravir is like a fire extinguisher under your sink. It is great at putting out the small fire because of a quick response, but it is no match for a larger fire. Speed of delivering it early on in the infection probably is critical to any benefit.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">For comparison, let’s take a look first at vitamin D3. First, as you probably remember, I wrote an article on my website on </span><a href="https://doctormurray.ontraport.com/c/s/0TB/rwqU3/s/6kg/3P7/6g8Hci/zRriYSD3oC/P/P/Gy" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">How 90% of COVID Deaths Could Have Been Prevented</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> by making sure vitamin D3 status was sufficient for optimal protection.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">One study found when people are hospitalized with COVID have blood levels of 25-OH-D3 were below 25 ng/ml, which indicates a vitamin D3 deficiency, 85% of these patients died. When blood levels were above 34ng/ml, no patient died. And this blood level is not even ideal, the target is 50-80 ng/ml.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">There was also a study in hospitalized COVID patients where standard therapy alone was compared to those also treated with 25-OH-D3. While 8% of the group receiving standard medical care died, no one in the D3 group did. And while 50% of the control group had to be admitted to ICU, only 2% of the vitamin D group did. Like molnupiravir, 25-OH-D3 treatment completely prevented death. It reduced admission to ICU by 25 times. And it was effective in patients already admitted to hospital with severe disease. Remember that molnupiravir has no benefit in severe disease.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Another thing to consider is that molnupiravir was compared to a control group that only received a placebo while 25-OH-D3 was being compared to the best therapy the hospital had to offer.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Quercetin is something else that I have highlighted as a treatment for COVID based on not only detailed studies showing an antiviral effect, but also clinical results from two trials.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">These two published human clinical studies with an enhanced form of quercetin for improved absorption both produced better results than molnupiravir.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Quercetin cut hospitalization by 68%. And when patients did have to be hospitalized, the average stay was 6.77 days in the standard care group but only 1.57 days in the quercetin group. Quercetin not only reduced mortality by 100%, but also had a 100% success rate in preventing patients from entering the ICU.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Although it may be argued that it is difficult to compare studies of different populations and methods, it is clear that these natural supplements have demonstrated an ability equal to molnupiravir for reducing death and superior to molnupiravir for reducing hospitalization and for treating people who are already hospitalized with severe disease.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Yet, none of these safe and effective measures or positive studies received any attention in the media. It is a sad commentary to make as it is possible that nearly countless lives may have been saved if these measures would have been promoted as enthusiastically as some of the pharmaceutical treatments such as molnupiravir.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Furthermore, instead of the U.S. Government signing a $1.2 billion contract with Merck to supply 1.7 million courses of molnupiravir at $712 per course, a better outcome and least costly approach may have been produced by making sure every American had a blood level of 25-OH-vitamin D3 above 34ng/ml.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Here is the bottom line. The U.S. government and the medical establishment missed a great opportunity with COVID. When the pandemic first hit, the focus and messaging should have been:</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">“Americans and people of the world, this virus is a killer if you have a weak immune response. If you are over 85 or have an unmodifiable risk factor associated with low immune function, you need to practice social distancing and wear a medical-grade mask.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Regardless, everyone needs to improve their health, lose weight if needed, and do everything they can to improve their immune system including taking key supplements like vitamin C, D3, zinc, and selenium.”</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Instead, we were told at the very beginning at the first press conference by Fauci, et al. that there was nothing that can be done to improve immune function and we just would have to wait for a vaccine….</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Thanks for listening, please take action.</span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-583863710662425402023-04-13T11:29:00.001-07:002023-04-13T11:29:14.283-07:00Covid 19 Long Haulers<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Studies show that forty percent of the people who have had COVID 19 have a poorer quality of life than before Covid. These are patients with long haul symptoms of Covid 19 which have been shown to be related to chronic fatigue symptoms. Long haul symptoms of Covid are fatigue, brain fog, tinnitus, shortness of breath, trouble breathing, memory issues, and muscle weakness. These patients also have underlying health issues that have not been dealt with. The best thing these patients can do is to come in for a visit to deal with these health issues. All these patients are different and unless they make the appropriate changes, these health issues will not resolve. Overall, studies show that Covid 19 has decreased our life expectancy by 3 years. Data confirms this, especially in the older populations due to the increase of deaths in this population. The average age for a male today is 79 years of age and a female is 82 years of age.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>What you can do today to decrease your risk for Covid 19?</em></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"></span><ul style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Studies show that a vegetarian diet will lower your risk of getting severe Covid by 73%.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Being Pescatarian (fish & veggies) will lower your risk by 59%.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Maintaining a normal blood sugar level will lower your risk for severe infection by 35%.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Taking adequate vitamin D lowers your risk by 75%.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Taking quercetin lowers your risk by 68%.</li></ul><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Doing all the above things will lower your risk of severe COVID by 99.5%. So, there is a lot we can do to prevent severe Covid 19 in our life. It all comes down to taking charge of our health.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Just the stress of the unknown with Covid 19 is killing us. Stress is a big player causing anxiety, depression, and suicide which have all increased since the start of Covid. I find that Cortisol, our stress hormone, is either very high or very low in most of my patients. Stress lowers our overall immune system and increases our risk for heart disease. There are many ways to deal with our overall stress and balancing one’s cortisol levels is very important. Therefore, an appointment is recommended if you experience higher levels of stress. Exercise, yoga, and meditation can also help. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Immune-Journey-Mysterious-System-Keeps/dp/0593241312" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><img align="left" data-file-id="14092972" height="250" src="https://mcusercontent.com/abe46da5e92d40aafcefda3f0/images/bb324acf-f95c-b707-d1a1-933cfefd8642.jpg" style="border: 0px; height: 250px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; outline: none; text-decoration-line: none; width: 192px;" width="192" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">A good book about our immune system is </span><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Immune-Journey-Mysterious-System-Keeps/dp/0593241312" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Immune: A Journey into the Mysterious System That keeps You Aliv</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">e. This New York Times bestseller looks at the body's vast immune system for fighting infections and other diseases. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Deborah Wiancek, N.D.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">wiancek@healthref.com</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">970-926-7606</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-7087287619126040322023-04-13T11:25:00.002-07:002023-04-13T11:26:21.621-07:00Longevity<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Kara Fitzgarald, N.D. a colleague of mine wrote a book titled </span><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Younger-You-Reverse-Age-Longer-ebook/dp/B08RYRJV4Q" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Younger You, Reduce your Bio age and Live Longer, Better</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">, that I highly recommend. You can shave three years off your age in eight weeks by changing your diet and lifestyle. So why aren’t more people doing this? It is hard to change, period. Fast food is all around every corner, easy to get to but not necessarily as cheap as we think when it comes to the extra expense on our health. Mainstream medicine offers that magic pill that will treat your chronic disease and make your pain go away. But this also comes at an expense to our health since prescription drugs have been the fourth leading cause of death for the last twenty years. Studies are showing that in the hospital population there are between 300,000 to 400,000 deaths directly due to medication – and that medication had been properly prescribed. If we did not have prescription drugs would people live longer? Granted, prescription drugs can be effective for treating some diseases but should not be used for long-term treatment. This is a question which we should all be thinking about? Prescription medication should only be used when diet and lifestyle is not working. Unfortunately, most people have no idea what to do to change their diet and lifestyle and medical doctors have no education regarding diet and lifestyle. There is where naturopathic doctors are very effective in treating chronic disease. </span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-57376167423575844392023-04-13T11:22:00.001-07:002023-04-13T11:22:54.118-07:00Living Healthier and Longer<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Ninety percent of all chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, and high blood pressure, are directly related to our environment including what we eat, chemicals we are exposed to, pollution, stress, and exercise</span><span style="background-color: white; color: blue; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Most Covid 19 patient deaths are among individuals with chronic disease.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">New research from the CDC states that forty percent of children today have a chronic disease such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Our children's overall health is at risk of a shorter life span. What we keep learning from this virus is that we need to start taking care of our overall health. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Our immune system is directly affected by our environment. Therefore, we need to decrease our exposure to environmental toxins, eat healthy organic foods, exercise, and reduce our stress. Our immune system protects us from disease and infections. So what can we do to protect our immune system on a daily basis? What is the best diet for overall health?</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>Diet </em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Better health</span><span style="background-color: white; color: blue; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">starts with a good diet; eating at least 5 to 12 organic veggies a day. The best diet for optimal health is a low-fat and low-carbohydrate diet such as the Mediterranean diet. Researchers from Norway found that a 20-year-old man in the U.S. could extend his life up to 13 years, and a 20-year old woman by 11 years by eating a diet of plant-based foods (legumes), whole grains, and nuts, and less red and processed meat. Fish is also included on the healthful list, whereas sugar-sweetened beverages (sodas) and foods based on refined [white] grains, such as white bread, are among those to be avoided. A 60-year-old could still increase life expectancy by 8 years for women and 9 years for men, and even an 80-year-old female could gain more than three years with healthier food choices. This diet</span><span style="background-color: white; color: blue; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">uses organic extra virgin olive oil, cold water seafood, and many veggies. Please note that a lot of the olive oils in the grocery stores may say extra virgin olive oil but they are not. Like veggies, I recommend organic olive oils. Olive oil should be used within 6 months of manufacturing since it can go rancid easily. Also, never use olive oil on high heat. It should only be used at room temperature or for sautéing. Good oils to use for high heat cooking include avocado or coconut oil. There are a lot of </span><a href="https://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18314/cuisines-regions/mediterranean/" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">good recipes online</a><span style="background-color: white; color: blue; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Foods that have been shown to increase longevity are high in fisetin and flavonoids. These foods include apples, grapes, strawberries, kale, cucumber, onion, persimmon, mangos, tomatoes, nuts, and wine. Fisetin has been shown to lower inflammation, lower blood sugar, have antitumor effects, and prevent neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, Huntington's disease, strokes, and traumatic brain injury. Fisetin works by inhibiting cellular pathways that affect aging so it has an antiaging effect. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><img align="center" data-file-id="14091404" height="287" src="https://mcusercontent.com/abe46da5e92d40aafcefda3f0/images/4cba95b4-ad32-839f-235c-5377c046a5e5.jpg" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; height: 287px; margin: 0px; outline: none; width: 450px;" width="450" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>Antioxidants</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">A good multiple vitamin that is high in antioxidants that protects our immune system, such as Vit A, E, C, D, and Selenium, is recommended. Studies have shown that people who take good multiple vitamins were less likely to get severe effects of Covid 19. Antioxidants protect our immune system from free radicals which are precursors to cancer. My </span><a href="https://www.healthref.com/pdf/Optimal%20Health.pdf" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Optimal Health</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> multiple that I formulated 22 years ago contains all the recommended antioxidants.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>Exercise</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Exercise is very important for our immune system and increases longevity. Studies show that the leaner your muscle mass the longer your life expectancy. This is why exercise is very important. We start losing our muscle mass at thirty years old. Therefore, starting some type of weightlifting program three times a week for 15 to 20 mins will help you maintain and gain muscle mass. The more visceral adipose fat one has the lower your life span. Obesity has been associated with a shorter life span and an increased risk for chronic disease and Covid. Studies show that one hour of exercise five times a week is recommended to prevent chronic disease. </span><a href="https://www.eatthis.com/over-40-exercises-younger-body/" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Here is a link</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> to five exercises that will increase lean muscle mass and make you look younger. A new study on dementia and Alzheimer’s shows that older adults who are physically active have a lower risk for memory loss. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>Inflammation</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Inflammation is the other marker that predicts longevity. Inflammation causes physical swelling, redness, increase mucous, and pain. Recommended lab tests to check for inflammation include CRP, homocysteine, and SED rate. Inflammation can be caused by poor diet and lifestyle, environmental toxins, mental and emotional health, and genetics. Ongoing inflammation can cause cancer, heart disease, arthritis, etc. Inflammation is a sign that you need to deal with your health issues. Most diseases cause inflammation. Reducing inflammation will increase longevity.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>Genetics</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Our genes make us susceptible to diseases. However, just because your parents had colon cancer or high cholesterol does not mean you're going to get these diseases. There is a lot you can do to lower your susceptibility to diseases that run in your family. For instance, colon cancer runs in my family and increases my risk. My family ate a lot of meat and potatoes growing up in Chicago. At my last colonoscopy, I had no polyps because I changed my diet to pescatarian (fish & plant-based) 40 years ago. Studies show that we can change our genetic predisposition through diet and lifestyle. Many patients tell me that they have high cholesterol because it is genetic and their parents have high cholesterol. I tell these patients they have high cholesterol because they eat like the rest of their family. When these patients change their diet and exercise their cholesterol goes down. So, we have more control over our genetic predisposition than we think.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><em>Lifestyle</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Simple lifestyle changes can make such a powerful difference. It's because they affect so many different parts of our underlying biological mechanisms that affect our underlying health -- chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, changes in immune function, with the microbiome and telomeres and gene expression, angiogenesis, etc. There are literally hundreds of thousands of protective substances in fruits and vegetables such as phytochemicals, bioflavonoids, carotenoids, retinols, isoflavones, genistein, and lycopene that have anti-cancer, anti-heart disease, and anti-aging properties. You can eat a very healthy plant-based diet for less than it costs to eat meat, especially now with inflation and the price of meat is soaring. Natural plant-based foods can also be delicious and nutritious. I am not recommending a lot of these meatless burgers which are not made from natural sources. Many of these meatless products are processed foods, contain chemicals that are not natural. </span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-88681674004973926232023-04-13T11:20:00.002-07:002023-04-13T11:20:30.446-07:00Do You Have Long-Haul Covid Symptoms? <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Many individuals continue to experience symptoms associated with Long Haul Covid, including: </span><ul style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Fatigue </li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Brain fog or difficulty with concentration </li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Shortness of breath </li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Chest pain or pressure </li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Joint and muscle pain </li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Headaches </li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Rapid heartbeat or palpitations</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Insomnia or sleep disturbances</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Loss of sense of smell or taste</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Depression or anxiety</li></ul><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Research indicates that Long-Haul Covid patients also have a higher incidence of neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's, ALS, Parkinson's, and dementia. If you are experiencing symptoms of Long Haul Covid, it is advisable to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wiancek for evaluation by calling 970 926 7606. email wiancek@healthref.com, or </span><a href="https://healthref.com/appointments/#appointment-form" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">online</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><p> </p>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-58623160013934206922023-04-13T11:19:00.001-07:002023-04-13T11:19:37.421-07:00Forever Chemicals: A Growing Concern for Our Health and Environment<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as "forever chemicals," have contaminated the drinking water of up to 110 million Americans and the blood of nearly every American. PFAS are a family of compounds that are hard to break down, last long in the environment, and can affect the organs of exposed humans and animals. PFAS, including Teflon, can be found in products such as pots and pans and in the blood of people around the world, including 99% of Americans. PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances), are a widespread concern affecting the health of millions. With up to 110 million Americans having contaminated drinking water and nearly every American having PFAS in their blood, it is clear that these chemicals are hard to avoid. PFAS are a family of compounds that are resistant to breakdown, persist in the environment, and can impact the health of exposed individuals.</span></p><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Studies (Suffolk University, 2021) have linked PFAS exposure to:</span><ul style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Testicular, kidney, liver, and pancreatic cancer</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Weakened childhood immunity</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Low birth weight</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Endocrine disruption</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Elevated cholesterol</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Weight gain in children and dieting adults.</li></ul><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic acid) and PFOS (Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid) are two of the most commonly found PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in various consumer products. They can be found in:</span><ul style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><img align="right" data-file-id="14364325" height="186" src="https://mcusercontent.com/abe46da5e92d40aafcefda3f0/images/dfdc85da-5b27-ce99-2863-0dbaf5fb3780.png" style="border: 0px; height: 186px; margin: 0px 10px; outline: none; width: 200px;" width="200" /><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Non-stick Cookware: PFOA is widely used in the production of Teflon and other non-stick coatings found on pots and pans. This chemical is highly resistant to heat, making it a popular choice for cookware manufacturers.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Food Packaging: PFAS can be found in grease-proof paper and cardboard food packaging, including pizza boxes and microwave popcorn bags. This type of packaging is designed to prevent oil and grease from leaking through, but it also contributes to the widespread presence of PFAS in our food supply.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Textiles: PFAS can also be found in waterproof and stain-resistant clothing, as well as carpet and upholstery treatments. These products are treated with PFAS to repel water and stains, but this also makes it harder to break down the chemicals and reduce their impact on the environment.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;">Personal Care Products: PFAS can be found in a range of cosmetics, including eyeliner and mascara, as well as in dental floss and toothpaste. These products are treated with PFAS to improve their effectiveness and stability, but this also increases the risk of exposure to these harmful chemicals.</li><li style="text-size-adjust: 100%;"> Firefighting Foam: PFOS was widely used in firefighting foam, which can be released into the environment during training exercises or firefighting operations. This type of foam was designed to quickly smother flames and reduce the spread of fire, but its widespread use has also contributed to the widespread presence of PFOS in our environment.</li></ul><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">It's important to note that some PFAS are now restricted or phased out in some countries due to concerns about their persistence in the environment and potential health effects.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">There is currently no universally effective method for removing PFAS from the environment. Carbon water filters have been shown to effectively remove them from drinking water. It's crucial that we understand the dangers of PFAS and take steps to reduce our exposure.</span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-27973120790828654072023-04-13T11:17:00.001-07:002023-04-13T11:17:33.154-07:00Beat Heart Disease and Alzheimer's: The Power of Diet and Lifestyle<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Dr. Dean Ornish, a specialist in internal medicine, conducted a randomized clinical trial in 1990, which showed that coronary artery disease can be reversed by nothing more than diet, exercise, stress reduction, and social support (The Lancet, 1990). Dr. Ornish is currently conducting a similar study at his nonprofit Preventive Medicine Research Institute in California, where he is exploring the possibility of slowing, stopping, or reversing early-stage Alzheimer's without the use of drugs, devices, or surgeries.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">The study requires participants to follow a low-fat, vegan-style diet that contains no more than 10% of daily calories from fat. This means avoiding all animal products such as red meat, chicken, pork, and ham, with the exception of egg whites and one cup of nonfat milk or yogurt each day. Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes form the basis of the diet, along with a few nuts and seeds. Refined carbohydrates, oils, and excessive caffeine are avoided, but up to two cups of green tea are allowed each day.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">The program also requires an hour of yoga-based stress management each day, which involves stretching, breathing, meditation, and relaxation techniques. Participants must also engage in strength training and aerobic exercise, such as walking, for 30 minutes a day or an hour three times a week. Smoking is not permitted. Support groups are also crucial, as they help people stay on track with the diet and provide a safe environment for emotional openness and support.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Studies have shown that loneliness, depression, and isolation can increase the risk of chronic diseases, and Dr. Ornish believes that support groups play a crucial role in reducing this risk. The program has been shown to lower blood sugar levels and heart disease risk for patients with diabetes, reduce prostate cancer cell growth, improve depression within 12 weeks, reduce "bad cholesterol" by an average of 40%, and more.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">The program has also been shown to increase telomerase, the enzyme responsible for repairing and lengthening telomeres, by 30% after just three months. Those who have been on the program for five years have telomeres that are about 10% longer, indicating that aging is being reversed on a cellular level. Dr. Ornish believes that this program, which addresses underlying mechanisms such as chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, changes in the microbiome, changes in gene expression, overstimulation of the sympathetic nervous system, and changes in immune function, can benefit a wide range of conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer's.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">It is important to follow the program nearly 100% to reverse the disease, but even making partial changes can improve overall health and prevent chronic diseases. If you are concerned about preventing and treating these conditions, you can schedule an appointment with Dr. Wiancek at wiancek@healthref.com, 970 926 7606, or </span><a href="https://healthref.com/appointments/#appointment-form" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">online</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" />Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-60841522043476827322021-02-08T10:28:00.001-08:002021-02-08T10:28:48.043-08:00Testing your Vitamin D Levels at Home<p>Now you can test your Vitamin D Levels at home. </p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">With this innovative kit, you can test your Vitamin D levels without leaving your home.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">And you can do this with a simple, painless procedure (no needles).</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">But, before I tell you more about this new test-kit...</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Let me remind you why you might want to get your vitamin D levels checked in the first place.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Vitamin D (which is both vitamin and hormone) <b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">plays a central role in dozens of bodily functions.</b></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Therefore, having low levels of it hampers crucial processes in our bodies.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Multiple studies repeatedly confirm - that vitamin D deficiency is linked to a wide range of conditions and diseases, including:</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;"><i style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">- Stroke<br />- Osteoporosis<br />- Osteomalacia<br />- Cancer<br />- Autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis<br />- Rheumatoid arthritis<br />- Diabetes<br />- Respiratory tract infections<br />- Several others</i><br /></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">What is especially alarming is that 2 out of 3 Americans have low levels or are deficient.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">So, to maintain good health - I recommend making sure that you’re not one of them.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">With that said, let me tell you about my new Vitamin D Home Test Kits and why you could find them advantageous.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">1. <b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">You’ll avoid visiting the doctor. </b>Thanks to this at-home test kit, you'll avoid travel expenses and won't waste your time making an appointment for the doctor's office. This is especially helpful these days - or if you/your family member is elderly and has a condition that's not suitable for travel.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">2. <b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">Less painful. </b>Unlike standard blood tests - which involve needles - this test kit will help you smoothly collect the blood sample - with its safe, minimally invasive method.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">3. <b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">It's accurate.</b> Accuracy of this test is guaranteed by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and approved by DEQAS (Vitamin D External Quality Assessment Scheme)</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">4. <b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">Detailed instructions.</b> Test kit comes with a simple, step-by-step guide of how to administer the procedure. So, you'll go through the whole process without any hiccups.<br /><br />5. <b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">Return shipping label & get results quickly. </b>The test kit comes with a return shipping label, which means you can ship your results to the lab at no cost, and get results in 5-7 business days.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;"><b style="line-height: 1.6; padding: 0px;">Why do I recommend this test kit versus others options?</b></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Because, I know this test kit is meeting all standards of accuracy and safety - and was approved after thorough testing.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Considering this and other reasons, I’m happy to recommend our new Vitamin D Test Kit to you and your family.</p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 13px 0px; padding: 0px;">Call my office 979-926-7606 or email wiancek@healthref.com.</p>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-26397802597552461732021-02-08T09:22:00.000-08:002021-02-08T09:22:27.366-08:00Samsara Life a poem for the inspiration of your daily life. <p> <em style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Honor the stillness that purifies your soul. It has been in you since before your birth. Your private voyage began generations ago. Your actions will determine its destination. Respect other voyagers—even adversaries. You do not know their compass. Avoid angry and embittered people— they stir up trouble. We fall asleep with our dreams yet, wake with our habits.</em></p><em style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br />Build your habits first—dreams will follow. Stick to the confidence deep in your heart. Believe in a guiding star—great figures have trusted in the same. Substance grooms confidence. With power comes humility, but never forget to take your bow and accept the esteem of your success. Happiness is measured by happiness—not dollars, square footage or years of marriage.<br />It is sublime to touch bliss in music, leisure, art or sport. Command your anxiety by doing the hard thing first. Do not let cynics and false experts shake your mastery. They choose to tear down rather than build up. Don’t worry, they will not last. Focus on those who are proud to be a part of this world. Listen closely to people who can change their mind—they show courage.<br /><br />Seek achievement before publicity. If the world deserves you, it will recognize you. Be diligent and patient. An old farmer once said, “Le travail, c’est la santé.” So, if ‘work is health,’ work hard and be well. Do your part to stay strong. Enjoy walks, rides and stretching— they give mental peace. For your body, eat an apple, banana, carrot and orange each day. Use your own hand to write cards and letters. This will clear your mind and bring joy to others.<br /><br />Explore and travel. The world is magnificent and perplexing—see as much of it as you can. Relish your time to read, study and gather advice, but you are still responsible. Look fear in the face and calm any guilt about taking time for yourself. Life blossoms with delayed, not deleted, gratification. You deserve what you have built and you merit the legacy they engrave to your memory. Like the colorful, etched layers in grand canyons, the true meaning of life is to find your place in history and to live it well.<br /><br />Short or long, every life makes its full circle. And, when your time gently glides to its horizon―with head unbowed, in perfect poise, balance and dignity―let them say you were a master who kept a regal bearing, did not complain, and left a worthy mark.</em><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Rick Griggs speaks on Balanced Mastery, The Samsara of Life and his Role storming Creativity tool. He is a former Intel Corporation training manager.</span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-78165908701648472942021-02-08T09:17:00.001-08:002021-02-08T09:17:34.797-08:00COVID Updates<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">The pandemic is not going to be over for a while. I am hoping that we will see progress by next summer. The John Hopkins dashboard shows that the U.S., with over 4% of the world's population, has more than 25% of the infections and nearly 20% of the deaths. The CDC reports that the most frequent underlying medical conditions in individuals getting COVID 19 were hypertension (55.8%), obesity (48.5%), diabetes (41.2%), and cardiovascular disease (32.5%). Among children hospitalized 52.0% had at least one reported underlying medical condition such as obesity (37.5%), neurologic disease (13.3%), and asthma (11.3%). A little over two percent of the US population has had COVID 19 and ninety-three percent have survived. Seven percent of the patients have died from either COVID 19, pneumonia or the flu. Stay safe we will get through this.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">News about the vaccine </strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">We currently do not know how effective this vaccine will be for the new strains of the virus nor do we know for how long the vaccine will be effective. The more contagious the virus strain the more deadly it becomes because it infects more people. Even though you get vaccinated does not mean that you cannot get COVID. We do not know how long antibodies will last once you are infected. Some people have been reinfected after having the virus once. You still must wear a mask, social distance, wash your hands frequently and stay at home as much as possible. Dr. Fauci is currently recommending double masking because of the more contagious strain.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Your second vaccine shot should be within a month of your first shot. There may be a third recommended shot for the new variants of the virus. Side effects of the vaccine include pain and/or swelling at the injection site, fatigue, headache, chills, diarrhea, and fever. Before getting vaccinated drink plenty of water. Apply a cold towel at the injection site if you’re having pain. Taking an Epsom salt bath (2 cups) can also be helpful. Antoxidants such as Vitamin A, C, D, zinc and probiotics can help with side effects.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Travel</strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">When traveling internationally and coming back into the US you will have to get tested for COVID within 3 days of your travel date before boarding an airplane. The test can be an antigen test or the PCR test. You will have to show the airline documentation of the negative test. Once back in the US even though you had a negative test you will have to quarantine for 10 days. The current tests for COVID 19 may not be effective for the new strains of the virus. We are seeing a lot of false-negative tests. </span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-35203428770788706612021-02-08T09:16:00.000-08:002021-02-08T09:16:15.777-08:00Can Preventing Chronic Disease Prevent Further Pandemics?<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">According to the CDC 90.6% of the individuals who died from Covid 19 had an underlying chronic disease. The most reported underlying medical conditions in individuals getting Covid 19 were hypertension (55.8%), obesity (48.5%), diabetes (41.2%), and cardiovascular disease (32.5%). Prevention is the key to treating chronic disease. Taking a drug to mask your symptoms is not the answer. Prevention and getting to the cause of chronic disease may be the key to preventing further pandemics. If we work to obtain a healthy immune system, our bodies would be able deal with this virus and other viruses as this is not going to be the last pandemic. With the population growing we will continue to be exposed to many different types of viruses, bacteria, and fungus. Studies show that viruses can even play a role in causing autoimmune disease and cancer. Therefore, we should not take our health for granted. We need to take charge of our health and not ignore the symptoms.</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Chronic disease includes heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, dementia, autoimmune disease, cancer, stroke, high cholesterol, and chronic lung disease. According to the CDC, ninety percent of the nation’s 3.8 trillion in health care costs are due to chronic disease and mental illness. Six in ten Americans live with at least one chronic disease and four in ten Americans of two or more chronic diseases. Why the epidemic of chronic disease? Because treating chronic disease with drugs never gets to the root cause. In fact, study after study shows that chronic disease can be prevented by simple dietary and lifestyle changes such as healthy eating, eliminating smoking, exercise, and weight loss. Yet very little is done to prevent chronic disease in our society. In fact, our children are becoming predisposed to chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes at an early age because of their poor eating habits. Studies show that thirty percent of all thirty-year-olds already have heart disease, diabetes, and even dementia. The main store where this age group buys their food is 7-Eleven and ninety-five percent of the products in 7-Eleven are processed foods. </span><ul style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><li style="margin-left: 15px; text-align: left;">Heart disease is associated with too much saturated fat in the diet, high stress levels, and not enough exercise. Studies show that if a person has an angioplasty and does not change their lifestyle such as diet and exercise their chances of having another angioplasty in 4 yrs is 90%. </li><li style="margin-left: 15px; text-align: left;">High blood pressure is associated with too much salt, caffeine, and alcohol in the diet, high stress levels, and not enough exercise. I commonly see blood pressure levels come down when patients eliminate alcohol. Toxic exposure can also be a cause of high blood pressure.</li><li style="margin-left: 15px; text-align: left;">High cholesterol is associated with too much saturated fat in the diet. Saturated fats include red meat and dairy products. High cholesterol is also associated with not enough fiber and not enough exercise. Statins are not the answer to lowering cholesterol. If you do not remove the saturated fat you will increase your risk for heart disease. The side effects of statins include muscle pain, dementia, asthma, etc. We need cholesterol to make our hormones. Lowering cholesterol too much will affect our hormone production such as testosterone, progesterone, and estradiol. </li><li style="margin-left: 15px; text-align: left;">Diabetes is also associated with too much saturated fat, not enough fiber, too much sugar, and not enough exercise. We are now seeing kids 8-9 years old with adult-onset diabetes which was unheard of ten years ago. Kids today are not playing outside as much they’re more likely to watch TV, play on the computer, do video games, and eat junk food. </li><li style="margin-left: 15px; text-align: left;">Increased cancer rates are associated with too much saturated fat, not enough fiber, not enough exercise, cigarette smoking, sugar, processed foods, and charcoal grilling of foods. According to the American Cancer Society, one-third of all cancers is due to dietary factors and another third is due to tobacco use. The other third may be related to different factors such as genetics, heredity, chemical exposure, environmental factors, etc. We spend billions of dollars a year on finding the cure for cancer. Yet, 60% of Americans are obese and people today still smoke.</li></ul><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">I want to stress that the epidemic of chronic disease is not being treated properly. People are getting on drugs merely to treat the symptoms and they are not getting to the root cause of the health problem which is their diet and lifestyle. Many people have a hard time believing that changing their diet, not smoking, exercising, having social support, and reducing stress levels can cause even more powerful changes than drugs or surgery. People simply do not know what they need to do to change these habits. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Simple dietary and lifestyle changes may even reduce health care costs nationally and individually. It can also increase overall health and longevity and prevent future pandemics. We all need to start taking greater responsibility for their overall health. Since most chronic diseases can be prevented look first to dietary and lifestyle changes before you seek out that magic bullet approach. You may end up saving a lot of money on your future health care cost. For further questions or to set up an appointment with Dr. Wiancek please call 970-926-7606 or email </span><a href="mailto:wiancek@healthref.com" style="background-color: white; color: #007c89; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;" target="_blank">wiancek@healthref.com</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">. </span>Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-35712043337973322512020-05-28T13:30:00.003-07:002020-05-28T13:30:27.624-07:00Testing for Covid-19<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<b>Testing for Covid-19</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
The PCR nasal swab is best performed within the first 24-48 hours when symptoms first appear. If it not done properly or at the early stages of the virus it will show a false negative.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
Many of the labs doing the antibody testing have only a fifty to eighty percent accuracy rate according to the CDC. According to the CDC in a population where the prevalence is 5%, a test with 90% sensitivity and 95% specificity will yield a positive predictive value of 49%. In other words, less than half of those testing positive will truly have antibodies. The higher specificity the more accurate the test.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
This means that even though you do the antibody test you still have to practice social distancing and wear a face mask. Even though you showed positive you also can get re-infected. It is shown in South Korea that 600 people have gotten re-infected. This can be due to the virus mutating or inaccurate testing.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
Over the course of an infection, the immune system produces different types of antibodies including IgM, which develops early in the immune response and is not typically long-lasting, and IgG, which develops later and may be a possible marker of immunity. Antibody testing can provide important information about the different stages of one’s immune response to the COVID-19 virus.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><br /><b>When to get tested:</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br />The timing and type of antibody test affects accuracy. If you have testing done too early in the course of infection, when the immune response is still building up in your body, the test may not detect antibodies.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><b>Who should get tested?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
While everyone is a candidate for COVID-19 antibody testing, consider testing if you:<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
· Believe that you may have been exposed to the coronavirus based on your previous signs and symptoms (such as fever, chills, cough, difficulty breathing, loss of taste/smell, muscle pain, headache, diarrhea, sore throat, fatigue, rash, etc.)<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
· Have been in close contact with an individual suspected of or confirmed to have COVID-19<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
· Have tested positive for COVID-19 and have recovered<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><b><br />How do antibodies work?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
When exposed to a virus, your immune system develops antibodies against it, which may protect you from future infections. Antibodies (also called immunoglobulins), are protective proteins that recognize and latch onto antigens to remove them from the body. IgM and IgG antibodies both play key roles in the body’s immune response.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
After a viral infection starts, different types of antibodies are produced in different stages. For example, IgM antibodies are typically detected earlier in the course of an infection whereas IgG antibodies generally develop later. When measured together, these antibodies can provide a comprehensive picture of one’s immune response. Of all of the antibodies, IgG is the best marker to indicate exposure to SARS-CoV-2. Typically, IgG will be detectable in the blood for months or even years after the resolution of an infection.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<b><br /></b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<b>Is antibody testing a diagnostic test?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
No. Antibody testing is not a diagnostic test to determine if you have an acute infection, but will tell you if you have developed antibodies against the virus. Until we learn more, antibody testing should not be used to change recommendations on social distancing, personal protection (face covers/masking), or work-related polices. It is vital to continue to follow COVID-19 guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention until further notice. If you feel sick and are looking to confirm an active COVID-19 infection, please contact your local health department or healthcare provider to seek appropriate medical attention. <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<b>What do test results mean?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
If test results show that you have antibodies, it indicates that you were likely exposed to COVID-19 at some time in the past. It may also mean that you have some immunity. But the World Health Organization (WHO) cautions that there is a lack of evidence on whether having antibodies means that you are protected against reinfection with COVID-19. The level of immunity and how long immunity lasts are not yet known. Ongoing studies will eventually reveal more data.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><b>Do test results correlate with the severity of the disease?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
No. In fact, results may indicate that you were infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus even if you did not show any symptoms whatsoever. A person who was hospitalized in critical condition and a person who had barely a slight cough could both show antibodies to this virus. <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><br /><b>Can a positive antibody test ensure immunity?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
Because this virus has only recently come into existence, scientists are still learning about the human immune response to the disease. Although the presence of antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 suggests immunity, it has not yet been proven. It is possible for immunity to be partial, or wane over extended periods of time.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<b><br />How accurate is antibody testing?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br />Since the SARS-CoV-2 virus is structurally similar to some other viruses, there is a very small chance of a false positive test the results can be positive even if the person has not had SARS-CoV-2 virus but has built immunity to a different virus, such as SARS-CoV-1. Also, a negative result may occur if you are tested early in your illness and your body has not had time to produce antibodies to infection.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<b>How can I get tested?</b><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
Call the office 970-926-7606 to schedule a blood draw. I am currently do the 3 different antibody test IGA, IGM & IGG.<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<br /><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;"></table>
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="padding: 6.75pt 0in 0in 0in;" valign="top">
<table align="left" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse: collapse; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-table-anchor-horizontal: column; mso-table-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-table-left: left; mso-table-lspace: 2.25pt; mso-table-rspace: 2.25pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184; width: 100%px;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="padding: 0in 0in 0in 0in; width: 6.25in;" valign="top" width="600"></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-80152315650702658662020-03-24T09:33:00.001-07:002020-03-24T09:35:10.765-07:00This is a good time to practice Gratitude. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
Gratitude has the power to change the lens through which we
view the world, bringing us more joy, health and satisfaction. It’s easy to see
the problems in life, not because we are cynical, but because we are looking
for what we can improve in our lives. The downside to this is that we can skip
over the miracles in our lives, taking the small gifts for granted.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Gratitude is the elemental life force that powers
compassion. We are all intricately connected and as such a practice of
gratitude gives thanks to the interdependence, interpenetration, and mutuality
of living. Gratitude isn’t merely positive thinking; it is a deep
appreciation for life. Contrast can also be viewed through the eyes of
gratitude. Pain and affliction can be released when they are contrasted with
more positive aspects of the now. No matter how small, there is always
something to be grateful for. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
3 Simple steps to practice gratitude:<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Step 1 - Attention - become aware of the
blessings in your life that you may have taken for granted. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Step 2 - Tune into the many reasons for
gratitude that exist in our lives. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Step 3 - Write it down - Writing is
scientifically proven to be more powerful than simply thinking thoughts of
gratitude. </div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
You can choose to write down one thought a day and place it in a
gratitude jar. Or you may like to keep a special gratitude journal and write
down 5-10 blessings every day. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
If you choose to use a gratitude jar, you can amplify the
benefits by sharing the experience with your family. Sharing a gratitude jar
will encourage family members to have a grateful outlook on life. Counteracting
feelings of entitlement, envy, and resentment, which are negative feelings that
push people away from us. A gratitude jar encourages each member of the
family to practice thinking in a positive way that will bring joy, prosperity
and connection into your home.<o:p></o:p></div>
<br /></div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-61347993554174446252020-03-24T09:30:00.001-07:002020-03-24T09:30:43.498-07:00Self Care Tips For the Coronavirus <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
This is a good time to start taking care of yourself. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
What people should do right now for the coronavirus? We
know the coronavirus cannot survive bleach, alcohol and hydrogen
peroxide. I recommend everyone do a hydrogen peroxide and water 50/50
gargle daily as prevention. Supplements and herbs that have been studied
to support the immune system with this type of virus and can be helpful
include:<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Vit C 3,000 mg/d<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Vitamin D 5,000 IU/d If you have never had your
Vit D checked this should be done because you may need more.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Zinc 30-50 mg a day<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->I like my Optimal Health Multiple with all the
antioxidants Vit A, C, E, D, Selenium and zinc for immune support. Nine out of
ten people today have a nutritional deficiency. Vitamin from blog
http://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2016/07/whats-in-drwianceks-multiple-vitamin.html<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Organic Elderberry syrup 1tsp kids or 1 tbsp
adults daily. Studies show it is very effective for the flu.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->My cold, flu & sinus tea or anti-viral tea
2-4 cups a day.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Mushroom Blends (Turkey Tail, Reishi, Maitake,
Shitake, Chaga)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Soups miso, chicken, veggie or bone broth and Organic mushroom with garlic & ginger.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Green tea daily<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->It is important to destress with yoga, Epsom
salt baths, meditation and deep breathing. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Immune boosting foods organic greens, organic
mushrooms, berries, nuts and seeds.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Exercise 1 hr 5 x a wk <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Sleep 8 hrs a day<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
If you have not seen my last newsletter on the importance of
the immune system in fighting disease, see <a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/search?q=immune">https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/search?q=immune</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Spring is upon us so this is a great time to do a spring
detox. Check out if you would benefit from a spring detox <a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2016/03/why-do-spring-detox.html">https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2016/03/why-do-spring-detox.html</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
It is about taking charge of your health and this too
will pass.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Recipes to support the immune system: htt<a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/05/mediterranean-quinoa.html">tps://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/05/mediterranean-quinoa.html</a><o:p></o:p></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/05/beet-carpaccio-with-dark-greens-salad.html">https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/05/beet-carpaccio-with-dark-greens-salad.html</a><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/05/mediterranean-red-lentil-soup-with-herbs.html">https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/05/mediterranean-red-lentil-soup-with-herbs.html</a><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
</div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2018/08/smoky-or-curry-cauliflower.html">https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2018/08/smoky-or-curry-cauliflower.html</a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br /></div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-41558455264198744822020-03-09T14:14:00.003-07:002020-03-09T14:14:59.881-07:00The Importance of Your Immune System in Fighting Illnesses <div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="background: white; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The
Importance of Your Immune System in Fighting Illnesses </span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">Infections are the invasion of body tissues by
disease-causing agents such as viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungi that are
present throughout our environment. We become susceptible to these infections
when our immune system is depleted. Our white blood cell (WBC) count is the
window to our immune system. WBC counts can be checked with a simple
blood test. The normal range for the WBC count is between 4,000 and 11,000 per
microliter of blood. In checking WBC counts in patients for the last 22 years,
I’ve found that many patients are in the low range, around 4 K/uL. This means
the immune system is not working up to par and the person is susceptible to
many of the infections around us. In fact, nine out of ten people have a
nutritional deficiency. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">One does not necessarily need a blood test to
detect a compromised immune system. When looking at all the 20 to 30-year-olds
at the Burton snowboard event this past week we would hope to see perfect
health with glowing skin and shiny eyes. Unfortunately, many of the young
adults had severe acne and dull-looking skin which looked very unhealthy. Many
of these issues are due to a poor diet. Our diet is the window to our skin and
eyes and the immune system. Therefore, it is important to take charge of your
health and do what you can to protect yourself.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">Infections are everywhere. We cannot get away
from them and we cannot count on others to reduce the risk of infection. For
example, I was at a presentation last week and the woman next to me could not
stop coughing. Since she did not cover her mouth, she risked infecting everyone
in the audience.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">Ways to Improve your immune system:</span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Make sure your sleeping at
least 8 hours a night<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Limit your alcohol consumption<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eliminate all sugar<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Caffeine in moderation<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Do not smoke or vape<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Exercise at least 1 hour 5
times a week<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eat organic and 5 to12 veggies
a day<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eliminate fast food and eat
your meals at home. Families who cook their meals tend to be less
sick and home-cooked foods have fewer pesticides, are less processed and
have fewer preservatives. <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Reduce stress by meditation,
yoga and breathing exercises.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Take drugs and steroids only
when necessary; steroids actually turn off your immune response.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Do not go to work or be out in
public if sick.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Don’t shake hands with people
if either of you is sick.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Wash hands for at least 20
seconds with soap and water. Do not use antibacterial soaps. <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Bleach and water work to kill
viruses, bacteria and fungi on surfaces. If someone is sick in the
family clean all surfaces often. Mix ¼ cup of bleach in 16 oz of water for
cleaning.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Take a good multiple vitamin
with antioxidants such as Vit A, D, E, C, Selenium, and zinc (<a href="https://journals.plos.org/plospathogens/article%E2%80%A6" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">journals.plos.org/plospathogens/article…</span></a>).
I recommend my Optimal Health multiple which is high in antioxidants
(<a href="https://riverwalknaturalhealth.blogspot.com/2019/08/dr-wiancek-has-formulated-her-own.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">see blog</span></a>). My
patients rarely get sick when taking a vitamin regularly. I have been
taking it for the past 20 years and rarely get sick.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Foods that help improve the
immune system include organic mushrooms, organic greens such as spinach,
kale, and chard, chicken or veggie soups, berries, cinnamon, garlic, and
ginger.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">My cold, flu & sinus tea
and anti-viral tea can work very well at the onset of any cold. I also
like my organic elderberry syrup in which has been shown in many studies
to prevent the flu.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A large part of the immune
system is located in the colon. Therefore, taking a good probiotic will
help. Not all probiotics are good, and many are not what they claim
to be (<a href="http://pediatric-infectious-disease.imedpub.com/probiotics-%E2%80%A6" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">pediatric-infectious-disease.imedpub.com/probiotics-…</span></a>).<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="background: white; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%;">Remember
that antibiotics do not work on viruses and unfortunately, ninety-five percent
of colds and sinus infections are due to viruses. However, a variety of natural
antivirals work very well although choosing the right one can be tricky as
results depend on the type of virus and the symptoms one has whether a cough,
sinus, earaches, bronchial issues or stomach problems. Not every antiviral
works for every virus. There are certain antivirals that work for the flu, others
that work for coughs or sinus and others that work for the coronavirus. I
generally use between 8 to 10 different antivirals for many of these
infections. Usually, taking 1 or 2 does not work as well and a general
antiviral can waste money by not helping at all. There is a long history and
good research on the use of herbs as antivirals even for coronaviruses (eg.,
Using herbal medicine as a means of prevention experience during SARS crisis,
AM J Med 2005; In vitro susceptibility of 10 clinical isolates of SARS
coronavirus to selected antiviral compounds, J Clini Virol 2004; Small
molecules targeting severe acute respiratory syndrome human coronavirus, Pro
Natl Acad Sci USA 2004) This is why it is always best to get to the cause of
your health issue. I do not recommend going on Amazon and buying whatever
antivirals are on the market. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%;"><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">Labs are important to check your immune response
and your overall health depending on your symptoms. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">Please remember that if you feel like you are
getting sick, I have a cold, flu and sinus clinic in which we can generally get
rid of your symptoms within 48 hrs. Many of these illnesses last 3 weeks
without treatment and you do not want to infect everyone at work or home. If
you have more than 2 colds a year your immune system is probably depleted. Many
people are not going to the doctor unless they are very sick this is just
putting more burden on the immune system. It is always best to make an
appointment and get to the cause of why this is happening. For an appointment please call 970-926-7606. </span></span>Dr. Wiancek, N.D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12875652650330912382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-67464239710516992582020-01-23T13:04:00.002-08:002020-01-23T13:04:10.904-08:00Ways to Prevent a Stroke<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Midlife
women are twice as likely as men to have strokes, an alarming fact in and of
itself. But what's even more alarming is that if you crunch the numbers, it
just doesn't make any sense. Men smoke more, drink more, and see their doctors
less—probably to avoid confessing their sins. Cigarettes and alcohol up the
risk of stroke, yet each year, about 55,000 more women than men suffer from
them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Part of
the reason these numbers are so out of whack is babies. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Being pregnant ups your risk, as does
pregnancy-related complications, like preeclampsia and gestational </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.bloodsugarsolutionbook.com/ccincs2?keycode=259272&utm_source=PVN&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=textlink" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">diabetes</span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">. </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Prebaby birth control pills also increase your
chances—so do hormone replacement therapies to relieve menopause
symptoms later in life. Mood might factor in as well: new research suggests
depression could boost women's stroke risk; and women are 70% more likely than
men to get depressed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If you
quit smoking, limit alcohol, eat more fruits and vegetables, and keep
your weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar in check, you lower your
likelihood of stroke. Here are eight lesser-known ways to protect yourself,
based on the latest research:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1. Walk 45 minutes a day. </span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Make
the time. Even if you break it up into two 20-minute sessions, it's worth it:
Walking a total of 2 hours a week can cut your stroke risk by 30%, according to
a large study of nearly 40,000 women, conducted over a 12-year period. Walk
briskly (so you can talk but not sing) and your chances are reduced by almost
40%. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2. Know the difference between sad and depressed. </span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
latter makes you 29 percent more likely to suffer from stroke, says a new study
of more than 80,000 women. Why? Depressed women tend to smoke more, weigh more
and </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.fitin10bellyfix.com/pt?keycode=259218&utm_source=PVN&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=textlink" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">exercise</span></a></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> less;
plus, they're more likely to have uncontrolled medical issues, like high blood
pressure and diabetes, which can also increase stroke risk.
Recognize </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/link-between-inflammation-pain-and-depression"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">depression
symptoms</span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> and </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">you can get proper
treatment. Talk to your doctor if you: feel persistent sadness, anxiousness, or
"emptiness"; hopeless; guilty, worthless or helpless; irritable;
exhausted; if you lose interest in things you used to like; can't concentrate
or sleep; overeat or lose your appetite; think about suicide or have aches and
pains that don't go away even with treatment. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3. Set your alarm for 7 hours of sleep.</span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> More
than 10 hours a night <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>may increase your
stroke risk by up to 63%, compared with the recommended 7-hour stretch, say
scientists at Harvard. And if you're especially loud in bed—while snoring, that
is—studies suggest you're twice as likely to develop metabolic syndrome, which
is a cluster of conditions that raises your risk of stroke, as well as heart
disease and diabetes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">4. Make olive oil your go-to ingredient...</span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">for
sautéing, baking, drizzling, and salads. You know it helps lower your risk of
heart attacks; new research now shows it extends its protective branch to
strokes as well. An observational study of more than 7,600 French adults age 65
and older found that those who regularly use olive oil cut their chance of
stroke by just over 40%.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">5. Mind the </span></b><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.prevention.com/health-conditions/migraine"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">migraine</span></b></a></span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">.</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> H</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">eadaches
particularly the ones that come with flashes of light and blind spots appear
linked to a higher stroke risk in women; and </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">most </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.prevention.com/health-conditions/migraine"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">migraine</span></a></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-sufferers
are women, due to hormonal fluctuations and hormone medications. Though there's
no clear proof that indicates treating a migraine means no stroke, experts
agree it's reasonable to try and reduce their frequency. Talk with your
doctor—she may prescribe preventive meds or suggest stress management
techniques.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">6. Pay attention to palpitations...</span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">especially
if the heart flutters occur with shortness of breath, lightheadedness, and
chest pain—those are all signs of atrial fibrillation (AF), an abnormal
heartbeat that boosts risk of stroke about five-fold. More than 2 million
Americans live with AF; taking anticlotting medication can help reduce your
stroke risk. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">7. Eat sweet potatoes.</span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> And raisins and
bananas and tomato paste. Not all on the same plate but individually, each is
loaded with potassium—and a</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.twodaydietbook.com/cmp?keycode=259258&utm_source=PVN&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=textlink" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">diet</span></a></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> rich
in foods with this nutrient may reduce stroke risk by 20%, suggests a recent
report. More good sources: fruits and veggies, fish and poultry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">8. Lengthen that short fuse.</span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> No matter how many
times you told him to pick up his dirty socks and asked the kids to shut the
front door on their way out, take a deep breath before you blow a gasket: A
study published in the journal <i>Hypertension</i> suggests that
angry and aggressive people may be at a higher risk of stroke. Researchers
found those who scored high for antagonistic traits on a standard personality
test had greater thickening of the neck arteries (a risk factor for stroke)
compared with people who were more agreeable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .25in;">
<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">9. Think FAST. </span></b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Most women don't: surveys
show less than 30% can name more than two symptoms of a stroke. Use the handy
mnemonic FAST to recognize the symptoms:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-left: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">F (face): uneven smile, facial droopiness, numbness, vision
disturbance<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-left: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A (arm & leg): weakness, numbness, difficulty walking<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-left: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">S (speech): slurred, inappropriate words, mute<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F9F9F9; line-height: normal; margin-left: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -.25in;">
<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">T (time): Realize that time is critical. If you notice any of
the above symptoms, immediately call 911—studies show that you get faster care
if you arrive at the hospital in an ambulance than if someone drives you. With
strokes, time lost is brain lost—simple as that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<br /></div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-89372405696936474462020-01-23T13:02:00.003-08:002020-01-23T13:02:46.326-08:00February is National Heart Health Month<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
February is national heart health month with Valentine’s Day
on February 14<sup>th</sup> signifying love, relationships, family and the
heart.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With all this celebration
centering on the heart I would like to discuss how we can take better care of
our heart given that cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:country-region w:st="on">U.S.</st1:country-region></st1:place>
adults. Heart disease should be a concern no matter what your age given that I
see high blood pressure, high cholesterol and atherosclerosis in children
today.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yet, the majority of
cardiovascular disease is preventable and treatable with dietary changes,
physical activity and targeted nutritional supplementation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lifestyle interventions along with
supplementation have a broader benefit than pharmaceuticals because they
address the dysfunctions that underlie chronic disease rather than treating the
symptoms. In treating cardiovascular disease everyone is different since there
are many causes such as stress, insulin resistance, inflammation and obesity
etc. This is why an individual approach is best.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are a few supplements that I would like
to go over that can protect an individual from heart disease.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Fish oil is packed with omega 3 fatty acids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The EPA and DHA in fish oil work with the
cellular membranes decreasing inflammation in the cells which causes most
cardiovascular disease. Fish oil can reduce blood pressure, lower
triglycerides, improve insulin resistance, prevent and treat metabolic syndrome
and reduce arrhythmias.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The key is
taking a good quality fish oil with no PCB’s, lead or mercury because if you
take poor quality fish oil this can actually cause heart disease. Manufacturers
should be able to prove product purity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>A good dose would be 2-4 grams a day. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Coenzyme Q10 (COQ10) is an antioxidant that naturally occurs
in the cell mitochondria. Coenzyme Q10 works by oxygenating the heart.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>People with high cholesterol and congestive
heart failure generally have low coenzyme Q10 levels.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A study 2007 published in the American
Journal of Cardiology showed that statins the drugs frequently prescribed for
high cholesterol deplete the bodies COQ10 stores so supplementation is needed
to restore these levels.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Coenzyme Q10
combats cardiovascular disease by acting as an antioxidant, it has natural blood
thinning effects and oxygenates the heart.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I especially like COQ10 at this altitude because there is less oxygen
saturation here in Vail. A good dose would be 100 -200 mg a day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Vitamin D is beneficial for healthy bones, immunity,
preventing cancer and is crucial for a healthy heart.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Vitamin D is one of the most frequently
deficient vitamins and one of the most important nutrients for cardiovascular
health. A study published in October 2010 in the American Journal of Cardiology
linked the wide spread prevalence of vitamin D deficiency to high blood
pressure, stroke, diabetes, myocardial infarction and other conditions. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Researchers at Salt Lake City’s Heart
Institute in 2009 found that of 28,000 adults over the age of 50 with no
history of heart disease and low vitamin D levels 77 percent were more likely
to die, 45 percent were more likely to develop coronary artery disease, 78
percent were more likely to have a stroke than patients with normal vitamin D
levels. Too little vitamin D can increase the risk of calcium build up in the
arteries which can lead to atherosclerosis and potentially a heart attack or
stroke. I recommend getting your vitamin D 25-hydroxy (D3) levels checked and
than getting on an appropriate dose.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
recommend between 1,000 to 2,000 mg and higher if your deficient.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Since it is Valentine’s month I don’t want to for get about
dark chocolate meaning 60-70% cocoa beans and its benefits on the heart.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Dark chocolate is an antioxidant therefore
preventing our cells from free radical damage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It is loaded with flavonoids which have anti-inflammatory effects.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Chocolate can help lower the bad cholesterol
(LDL) and blood pressure.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So give the
gift of dark chocolate for Valentine’s or any other holiday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You only need small amounts to impact your
health.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Preventing heart disease is all about knowing your numbers
such as your cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, vitamin D levels,
homocysteine, c-reactive protein, glucose and sed rate. February is a good time
to pay attention to your heart if you are having chest pain shortness of
breath, arrhythmias or trouble breathing get check out by your doctor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Health is about paying attention to your body
do not ignore your symptoms.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Dr. Deborah Wiancek is a naturopathic physician who
practices at the Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic & Natural Pharmacy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For the latest research in natural medicine
see her blog at Riverwalknaturalhealth.blog.com.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Contact info 926-7606, <a href="mailto:wiancek@healthref.com">wiancek@healthref.com</a> or <a href="http://www.healthref.com/">www.healthref.com</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<br /></div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-62106549508655340052019-11-15T13:27:00.002-08:002019-11-15T13:27:24.768-08:00What to look for in a good multiple vitamin?Dr. Wiancek's Optimal Health Multiple Vitamin increases one's energy, supports the immune system and prevents cancer and heart disease. To order call 970-926-7606 or e-mail Dr Wiancek at wiancek@healthref.com or order on Amazon under Dr. Wiancek's multiple vitamin.<br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.healthref.com/pdf/Optimal%20Health.pdf" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic7hyjz1T38w5JrcYw1oMQz3ZTNH5b_tlWHG7TzXO83iEg1dL1UvYFDf7-8E32xdNHZo_KbqBDHz4ICnbFjwQKxRzcuVvknbhh6SLI9JlF0x5cLOXQgovampYBciDlqXGMJmhjlu00qF5f/s400/OptimalHealth1.jpg" width="310" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.healthref.com/pdf/Optimal%20Health.pdf" target="_blank">Click to read</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Dr. Wiancek, N.D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12875652650330912382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-2832648245421353372019-10-30T10:46:00.001-07:002019-10-30T10:46:59.497-07:00MULTIVITAMINS AND YOUR HEALTH: WHY QUALITY MATTERS<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">As a naturopathic doctor, I've found that the majority of my patients think they're getting all their nutrients from their diet when, in reality, this is often not the case.</span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;"></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">Years of agricultural practices consisting of toxic chemical usage have created poor mineral quality in our soils and nutrient-poor staple foods. Furthermore, the traditional American diet consists of significantly more processed foods than previous generations. As there is no one-size-fits-all and many low-quality vitamins contain fillers, sugars, dyes, heavy metals, and preservatives. So, finding a quality multivitamin that can supplement your deficiencies can be hard. However, it’s not impossible</span>.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<br /></div>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">The Multivitamin Debate</span></h2>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">The million-dollar question for most concerned patients regarding multivitamins is, “Should I take them?” While there have been a number of studies on the benefits of multivitamins, most have not been rigorous enough. Many only ask if the participant is taking a multivitamin and don’t account for quality, dose, or what combination of vitamins are in the multi. In other words, the “multivitamin debate” is primarily due to the numerous incomplete or inconclusive studies based on poorly planned research controls.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: black;">Some research studies have pointed to the potential for negative impact when taking multivitamins. This idea is most likely because cheap multivitamins often include binders, fillers, and additives such as dyes like yellow #5, hydrogenated oils, and metals such as titanium dioxide, talc, magnesium silicate, and other potentially harmful heavy metals. While these metals and chemical compounds may help bind the pills together or add color and flavor, they are actually creating more toxins for the body to fight off than good they’re doing.<sup>1</sup></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
<span class="hs-cta-wrapper" id="hs-cta-wrapper-719c95e7-2251-4600-b153-8cccc6684b93"><span class="hs-cta-node hs-cta-719c95e7-2251-4600-b153-8cccc6684b93" data-hs-drop="true" id="hs-cta-719c95e7-2251-4600-b153-8cccc6684b93" style="visibility: visible;"><a class="cta_button " cta_dest_link="https://info.davincilabs.com/dietary-supplements-learning-center-davinci-laboratories" href="https://info.davincilabs.com/cs/c/?cta_guid=ea51c068-75a6-4464-a84b-c62a21889b13&placement_guid=719c95e7-2251-4600-b153-8cccc6684b93&portal_id=4087538&canon=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.davincilabs.com%2Fblog%2Fmultivitamins-and-your-health-why-quality-matters&redirect_url=APefjpFfj25JCHlGNNDxtPowUzPilGI5--BWpfb787eu88NEDs5S3D2WQ5BF9iocIKLdZcTZpkThIDDV4uhevmjBaILtb5oJ118QjAkmunxufgOoOg4pb6vYoAQBBr6dFVTkEz90dzhRWgGswipsDSS6u_RIZgHa-b1BVj1yHXIhanEEC-sgm8fXNICVLBkw1Qel2nJAnMyqnPsooIs28zVbdu7cxMGCIThP2gC3X0QwnVJLwZ9d04QQTl-AVCByVKrXgQlJ-hDbIHHKwixKqiGhwwQyeVOb6yXFmTHChSDyqUQIBIDQ75s&click=38d542a5-cc0d-4c76-8d33-674ff42ab620&hsutk=772cc40d6cd39d3472c777dfb4293eef&signature=AAH58kHIPocOqkuLHVtRrW5JDNvmp3i0nA&pageId=17493947990&__hstc=188311479.772cc40d6cd39d3472c777dfb4293eef.1568318297001.1572279761308.1572457154574.3&__hssc=188311479.1.1572457154574&__hsfp=1989627762&contentType=blog-post" id="cta_button_4087538_ea51c068-75a6-4464-a84b-c62a21889b13" style="background-color: transparent !important; border: medium none; box-sizing: content-box !important; color: #7dc142; cursor: pointer !important; display: inline-block; height: auto; line-height: 38px !important; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px !important; position: relative; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: middle;" title="Learn more about quality ingredients in nutritional supplements">Learn more about quality ingredients in nutritional supplements</a></span></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;"><sup><img alt="color-dots-small" sizes="(max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px" src="https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=466&name=color-dots-small.png" srcset="https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=233&name=color-dots-small.png 233w, https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=466&name=color-dots-small.png 466w, https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=699&name=color-dots-small.png 699w, https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=932&name=color-dots-small.png 932w, https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=1165&name=color-dots-small.png 1165w, https://blog.davincilabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRANDI/landing-page/color-dots-small.png?width=1398&name=color-dots-small.png 1398w" style="border: 0px; display: block; height: auto; margin: 0px auto; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; vertical-align: bottom; width: 466px;" width="466" /></sup></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<br /></div>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Who Should Take A Multivitamin —and Why?</span></h2>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">With the vast selection of food lining American supermarket aisles, it’s hard to believe that 9 out of 10 Americans have nutritional deficiencies.<sup style="background-color: transparent;">2</sup> While the right multivitamin can be beneficial to our health, it is necessary to remember that multivitamins are meant to supplement a well-balanced diet, not replace it. </span><br /><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;">In addition to consuming less nutrient-rich foods than our grandparents, a rise in gastrointestinal issues and prescription drug use in the U.S. has led to difficulties in nutrient absorption and vitamin depletion. Anyone with intestinal challenges will have problems with nutrient absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, C, D, E, and vitamin K, </span><sup style="background-color: transparent; color: black;">3,4</sup></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<sup style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><br /></sup></div>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Multivitamins for Men vs. Women</span></h2>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">There isn't much of a difference in the type of multivitamin that would be prescribed to men vs. women since both groups can have complications with bone health and immune system deficiencies as they age. Pregnant women, women trying to conceive, or those who are breastfeeding should be on a high-quality prenatal multivitamin. A good prenatal contains iron and methylated folate, which is the most absorbable version of folate. Unless your doctor has diagnosed you with an iron deficiency, either due to a plant-based diet or health-related condition, you should avoid multivitamins with iron, as too much can cause cardiac issues.<br /></span></div>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Multivitamins for a Compromised Immune System</span></h2>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">Consistent stress in an individual's life can wreak havoc on the immune system. For patients who have stressful lifestyles or low energy, methylated B vitamins can help support optimal health by donating 5-MTHF to the methylation pathway. For patients with compromised immunity, I recommend free-radical fighters such as vitamins A, C, E, and D to aid in the proper functioning of their immune system.</span><span style="color: black;"><br /></span></div>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">What Should You Look for in a Multivitamin? </span></h2>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">A high-quality multivitamin should cover basic nutritional needs. The following is a list of the minerals and vitamins that the average adult should look for when shopping for a multivitamin:</span></div>
<ul style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<li><span style="color: black;">Calcium citrate: The most absorbable version of calcium</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Vitamin D3: At least 100 IUs for bone health </span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Antioxidants: Vitamin A, C, D, E, and selenium help protect the immune system </span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Methylated B vitamins: The most absorbable version of B vitamins</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Minerals: Vitamin K2, biotin, magnesium, potassium, boron, choline, and chromium<br /></span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">How to Determine Quality of Multivitamins</span></h2>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">For a high-quality multivitamin, you want to look at absorbable ingredients. Here are some questions you can ask your physician or local pharmacist when picking out a multivitamin:</span></div>
<ul style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<li><span style="color: black;">Does it have the efficient, absorbable ingredients in it? </span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Does it have calcium citrate? </span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Is the multivitamin brand using vitamin D3 instead of vitamin D, since vitamin D3 is more absorbable?</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Does it include the methylated B vitamins instead of regular B vitamins? </span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Is there iron in it?</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Does it have vitamin K2 instead of vitamin K1? </span></li>
</ul>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">A high-quality multivitamin should also have at least 50mg of each mentioned mineral and vitamin. Anything less than 50mg is not enough to have an effect. A high-quality vitamin should also be void of any artificial colorings, as well as sugars, dyes, preservatives, heavy metals, and fillers. </span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;"><br /></span></div>
<h3 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="color: black;">Related Topic: <a href="https://blog.davincilabs.com/blog/benefits-of-adding-vitamin-a-to-vitamin-d-and-k/" rel="noopener" style="color: #7dc142; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Benefits of Adding A & D to K</a></span><br /></h3>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Consult Your Health Care Practitioner</span></h2>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: 50px;"> </span></h2>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">It's best to consult your healthcare practitioner regarding multivitamins if you're thinking about taking them. In fact, most doctors take multivitamins themselves. In my practice as a naturopathic doctor, I generally conduct a one-and-a-half-hour interview with all my new patients. Only after completing a thorough history of their health issues, diet, lifestyle, and prescription drug use can I determine which vitamins would be beneficial in their specific situation.</span><br /></div>
<h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
<span style="font-size: small;">A High-Quality Multivitamin Can Supplement a Nutrient-Deficient Diet</span></h2>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;">With over 90% of the American population being nutrient deficient due to poor dietary habits, incorporating a high-quality vitamin into your diet can help fill in the gaps. Choosing the right multivitamin means being conscious of the ingredients and opting for the best ingredients that meet the recommended dosage. If you are concerned about what type of formulation will work best for you, consult your physician, who can provide the right combination of vitamins and minerals to support you on the path towards optimal health.</span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<strong>Sources:</strong></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">
1 "Multivitamin/Mineral Supplements: Rationale and Safety… - NCBI.” 2017. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27553772" style="color: #7dc142; text-decoration-line: none;">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27553772</a>. Accessed October 1, 2019.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">
2 “CDC’s Second Nutrition Report… - CDC.” 2012. <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/nutritionreport/" style="color: #7dc142; text-decoration-line: none;">https://www.cdc.gov/nutritionreport/</a>. Accessed October 1, 2019.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">
3 “Trends in Prescription Drug Use Among Adults… - NCBI.” 2016. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4752169/" style="color: #7dc142; text-decoration-line: none;">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4752169/</a>. Accessed October 1, 2019.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">
4 “Burden and Cost of Gastrointestinal, Liver… - NCBI.” 2019. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30315778" style="color: #7dc142; text-decoration-line: none;">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30315778</a>. Accessed October 1, 2019.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<span style="color: black;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: #929497; font-family: "Avenir Light", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
<em>Dr. Deborah Wiancek, naturopathic doctor from the Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic in Edwards is a featured doctor in The Idiot's Guide to Natural Remedies. The book was published January 09' and is now available at your local book stores and Amazon.com. In the book Dr. Wiancek goes over natural remedies used for asthma, bladder infections, ear infections, endometrosis and first aid. She also talks about food allergies.</em></div>
</div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5666509200256161392.post-88566522420032839492019-09-10T10:04:00.002-07:002019-09-10T10:04:30.857-07:00Vitamin D and Dementia: A Very Close Tie<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Older patients with very low levels of vitamin D have about a 122% increased risk for dementia compared with those with higher levels, according to a large, prospective, population-based study.<br />
The study provides "robust evidence" of the link between vitamin D and cognition and adds important new informationto the association, said study author David J. Llewellyn, PhD, senior research fellow in clinical epidemiology, University of Exeter, United Kingdom.<br />
<br />
Although earlier research had also uncovered this link, "we were able with much greater accuracy to sort of chart the level of vitamin D that seems to be relevant to a dementia risk," said Dr. Llewellyn. " It gives us valuable clues as to the kind of trials we should be doing next, and who we should be treating and with how much vitamin D." Low vitamin D levels "should ring alarm bells" that patients are at high risk for dementia, said Dr. Llewellyn.<br />
<br />
The study was published online August 6 in Neurology. The analysis included 1658 ambulatory and relatively healthy participants from the Cardiovascular Health Study in 4 US communities (Forsyth County, North Carolina; Sacramento County, California; Washington County, Maryland;<br />
and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania). Researchers obtained blood samples in 1992–1993 and in 2008; they measured serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) concentrations. They classified these samples as follows: less than 25 nmol/L (severely deficient), 25 nmol/L or greater to less than 50 nmol/L (deficient),and 50 nmol/L or greater (sufficient).<br />
<br />
Investigators assessed cognition through repeat MRI examinations, medical records,<br />
questionnaires, and annual cognitive assessments over about 6 years.<br />
During 9317.5 person-years of follow-up, 171 participants developed any type of dementia<br />
and 102 developed Alzheimer's disease (AD). The risk of developing both was significantly<br />
higher in persons who were 25(OH)D deficient or severely deficient.<br />
In a model adjusting for age and season of sampling, participants who were vitamin D<br />
deficient had a 51% increased risk for all-cause dementia (hazard ratio [HR], 1.51; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.06 - 2.16; P = .002) compared with those with sufficient vitamin D. Those who were severely deficient had about a 122% increased risk (HR, 2.22; 95% CI, 1.23 - 4.02).<br />
After also adjustment for education, sex, body mass index (BMI), smoking, alcohol consumption, and depressive symptoms, the HRs for all-cause dementia were 1.53 in those who were vitamin D deficient and 2.25 for those who were severely deficient.<br />
<br />
This finding was "surprising" as it was "much stronger" than the 60% increased risk his research group found earlier (Arch Intern Med. 2010;170:1135-1141), although that study looked at "new cognitive problems" such as memory decline, which is a "cruder" way of assessing cognition, said Dr. Llewellyn.<br />
<br />
In this new research, the strength of the association was sustained for participants with incident AD.<br />
The association withstood many additional tests. A secondary analysis in which serum 25(OH)D concentrations were analyzed as a continuous variable provided a similar pattern of results, as did other analyses that adjusted for diabetes, hypertension, and ethnicity (for ethnicity, the results were somewhat altered, but the overall pattern didn't change).<br />
<br />
When participants who developed any dementia within a year of baseline were excluded, researchers also found an association between low vitamin D levels and dementia. This, said Dr. Llewellyn, indicates that the findings aren't due to participants being in the early stages of dementia.<br />
If that were the case, he said, "the association should start to get weaker when we do those analyses, but if anything, it's probably the reverse; it was probably a little bit clearer, or at least the association certainly remained robust."<br />
<br />
The relationship was also not due to older people staying indoors or having a poor diet, which would lower their vitamin D levels. "Our study was restricted to people who were pretty healthy at baseline," said Dr. Llewellyn. "None had a stroke or cardiovascular disease; they were certainly not severely impaired or immobile.<br />
<br />
Controversial Issue<br />
"Low vitamin D levels likely affect cognition through both neurodegenerative and vascular mechanisms,” said the authors. They noted that vitamin D receptors are expressed in areas of the brain involved in memory, such as the hippocampus and dentate gyrus; that the active form of vitamin D regulates neurotrophin expression, such as nerve growth factor; and that vitamin D reduces amyloid-induced cytotoxicity and apoptosis in primary cortical neurons. The findings suggest that the optimal vitamin D level to prevent dementia is 50 nmol/L. Others in the field argue that a<br />
higher level — 75 nmol/L — is better, "but our data don't support that," said Dr. Llewellyn.<br />
He stressed that lower levels might protect against other health outcomes; for example, about 25 nmol/L may help promote bone health or prevent rickets.<br />
<br />
Should doctors recommend that older adults have their vitamin D checked? This, said Dr. Llewellyn, is a "controversial issue" because it involves "one of most expensive tests available to primary care physicians." Some people can't synthesize enough vitamin D from sun exposure in winter months. Does this put them at risk for dementia? That's unclear, although Dr. Llewellyn knows of research at the University of Edinburgh that found a trend connecting higher latitude and increased dementia risk in residents of the northern hemisphere, including Scotland and Scandinavian countries.<br />
<br />
Compelling Link<br />
The Alzheimer's Association agrees that some sort of clinical trial — whether it's with vitamin D supplements, increased sunlight exposure, or a vitamin D–enriched diet — is needed to test the effect on dementia, said Keith N. Fargo, PhD, director of scientific programs and outreach, Alzheimer's Association, which helped fund the study.<br />
<br />
By Pauline Anderson<br />
<br />
<br /></div>
Riverwalk Natural Health Clinic www.healthref.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04872176764846435384noreply@blogger.com