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Thursday, November 17, 2011
What Are the Vitamins to Lower Cholesterol?
What is the cause of high cholesterol? Does it come from your Aunt Jamima pie or Aunt Jamima? Many people have seen this commercial which alludes to the fact that the 2 main contributors to elevated cholesterol are diet and genetics. Unfortunately, many people are led to believe that these are the only 2 causes for elevated cholesterol and that the only way to reduce it is through medication if diet does not work.
Out with the old and in with the new
Many years ago, it was shown that dietary influence on elevated cholesterol is not that strong and the genetic basis for elevated cholesterol only occurs in a small segment of the population. Around the early 1990's, two doctors, Linus Pauling and Mathias Rath put forth a new theory on the reasons for elevated cholesterol.
Dr.Pauling and Dr.Rath suggested that when arteries become weak, the liver will up the production of cholesterol to strengthen these blood vessels. They discovered a certain type of cholesterol called lipoprotein A (LpA) is increased and begins to repair damaged arteries. The unique thing about LpA is that conventional medicine acknowledges LpA as an independent risk factor for heart disease but there is nothing in conventional medicine that can lower LpA. In addition, Dr.Pauling and Dr.Rath showed that the body will start to deposit calcium into arteries to further strengthen them. While this does make arteries stronger, the end result is the build up plaque in the arteries which conventional medicine then recognizes as a recipe for heart attack.
What can result in a weakening of blood vessel integrity?
Dr.Pauling and Dr.Rath knew that collagen, a type of protein, was crucial to the integrity of blood vessels. They suggested that a deficiency in key nutrients that make up collagen could contribute to weakening of blood vessels. And what are these key nutrients? Vitamin C, Proline and Lysine. In addition, diets high is refined sugar and a smoking lifestyle further weakens blood vessels.
What is the proof?
It is a known fact that unlike most mammals, humans have lost the ability to make their own vitamin C. In addition, sugar and vitamin C are structurally related and often compete for absorption. Thus, if someone has poor blood sugar control as in diabetes, their bodies are essentially vitamin C deficient and their blood vessels pay the price. Also, the build up blood sugar promotes oxidation in the body which further weakens blood vessels. It is no surprise then that many diabetics end up with high cholesterol and suffer from heart disease. But diabetic are not only at risk. Since most people eat a diet high in refined sugars, these people are at risk as well, and people who smoke are weakening their blood vessels because of the oxidative power of cigarette smoke.
What is the answer for weakened blood vessels?
Dr. Pauling and Dr.Rath showed that by strengthening the blood vessels naturally through optimum intake of vitamin C,proline and lysine, the liver's production of LpA would decrease, and the damage to arteries could be reversed. This is a safe and effective alternative to conventional drugs to lower cholesterol.
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
Top 10 Tips For Eating Disorder Recovery - Self Acceptance, Health & Well Being
I. Work with a treatment team consisting of a therapist, nutritionist, physician and otherprofessionals, if at all possible. Also, seeks out some of the many wonderful self help programs available to assist you in recovery.
Treatment by a team of qualified professionals who specialize in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and/or compulsive overeating is the best course of action to address and recover from disordered eating.
There are highly regarding organizations that offer referrals to treatment professionals available online and by telephone. Consider contacting the National Eating Disorder Association or the Academy of Eating Disorders for a list of professionals who provide treatment in your area. Also, many anorexia, bulimia and BED sufferers and families find that reviewing the online 'virtual brochures' offered in the Eating Disorder Specialist Library greatly simplifies their search for treatment.
If your access to professional treatment is limited, also seek out support through organizations such as Overeaters Anonymous, Eating Disorders Anonymous, and local church or community groups designed to provide support for sufferers.
II. Develop self acceptance through practicing compassion toward self.
Also, practice kindness toward yourself and offering unconditional self care and self respect. Refuse to allow your self esteem to be determined by outside factors, but rather find your value in the content of your character and by being the uniquely wonderful person God created you to be.
III. Develop a positive and self nurturing internal dialogue.
Our inner dialogue with ourselves is critical to our recovery and general well being. Learn how to recognize ineffective thoughts and replace these with accurate and uplifting thoughts.
IV. Get treatment for co-occurring disorders such as anxiety and depression
Anxiety disorders such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), generalized anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, separation anxiety and social phobias are often co-occurring issues. Learn about the symptoms, treatment and etiology of anxiety disorders and recognize the importance of treating these disorders with therapy and possibly medication, when prescribed by a medical doctor.
V. Practice mindfulness and living in the moment.
Mindfulness is the practice of becoming more aware of the present moment, rather than dwelling in the past or projecting into the future. Many find mindfulness techniques helpful in recovery.
VI. Listen to and honor your feelings.
Feelings matter. Our emotions give us valuable information about ourselves and our perceptions of the environment. Developing awareness of feelings and developing skills to tolerate uncomfortable feelings often go hand in hand with recovery.
VII. Eat well and listen to your body's hunger and fullness signs.
Nutrition is the fuel for our body. Eating disorders often alter what was once a natural and enjoyable relationship with food and our bodies. Learn more about nutrition, intuitive eating and recovery here.
VII. Accept your genetic makeup and appreciate your body.
Body image is our perception of body, not only its appearance, but its functionality, health and purpose. A positive body image is essential to well being and recovery from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.
IX. Have a relapse prevention or correction plan.
Learn to recognize the early warning signs of relapse and develop skills and resources to prevent and/or pull oneself out of relapse.
X. Develop faith and trust in God and let go of what you cannot control.
A common trait among sufferers is the obsession with trying to control matters beyond our control. This leads to fear, anxiety and the need to seek comfort inappropriately through disordered eating behaviors.
Faith in a loving, all powerful and just God is the key letting go of the people, places and things that we cannot control. This leads to peace and well-being. The choice is yours alone to make. Go it alone and feel overwhelmed, or open your heart and your mind to God and seek His comfort and guidance in your life.
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