Sunday, October 25, 2009
Frustration
You will note that my blog is not coming out on a rgular basis. It is very frustrating to do the research write for you, advertise my blogs on Twitter, and get no followers. Quite frankly right now I am considering the advisability of even continuing this blog. I am tired of talking to myself. It was my hope to bring you up to snuff on health, wellbeing and weightloss, but no one but I seem to care.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Nutrition Lesson 4 Wellness
A paradox. We require oxygen for life and yet as we use it, it is broken down into a form called a free radical. A variety of chemical forms are known as reactive oxygen species (ROS). These are toxic ro cells and tissues. Elevated exoposure to ROS creates an imbalance called oxidative stress. Cells and tissues can be protected from oxidative stress by dietary antioxidants. These are the primary defense against this stress.
When Oxygen is broken down from it's usual form of 2 molecules O2 to free radicals, this reactive element can become a true enemy of our health. These molecules are produced by environmental pollutants, cigarette smoke, fatty diets, as well as from normal metabolism. The best warrior against these damaging free radicals are antioxidants, as they are capable of neutralizing free radicals.
The proanthocyanidins in grape seed extract, known as bioflavonoids appear to be some of the most powerful free radical scavangers yet discovered. They are found in many types of foods, but only in small amounts.
Research suggests a strong role for bioflavonoids in the mainentance of sound cardiovascular function. This research originated from the low rates of cardiovscular disease in the French in spite of diets high in saturated fats. This apparent paridoxical situation has been attributed to the proanthocyanidins in the red wine consumed with most French meals.
Proanthocyanidins have also been researched in the US. Scientifically observed benifits include maintainence of capillary strength, vascular and immune function and healthy vision.
In the passed few years researchers have begun to understand the role of essential fatty acids, found only in certain forms of fats. There are only 2 essential fatty acids and alpha-linoeic acid (omega 3 fatty acid. These have been shown important to cardiac health.
Because the refining processes used for commercial oils remove nearly all Omega 3's, we don't get adequate amount in our regular diet. The most balance blend of essential fatty acids is Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids in 3:1 ratio.
Linoleaic and Alpha-Linoleic acids are essential in the bodies biosynthesis of prostaglandins. Each playing a role in the creation of these important compounds. The ratio is essential in maintaining optimal biosynthesis of these compounds so essential to our bodily functions.
Fatty acids may help maintain normal blood pressure, healthy levels of triglycerides as well as levels of various forms of cholesterol, as long as we are healthy to begin with. Essential fatty acids are also essential in maintaining cell membranes in a , soft, fluid, flexible state. Cholesterol is incorporated into our cell membranes to regain structural rigidity. This process also helps to maintains already healthy levels of cholesterol in their healthy state.
There are numerous other nutritional complements in one of the finest nutritional products on the markets, but since most of these are specific in their formulation to one excellent company, and I wish to keep this blog neutral for the time being I will end my discussion of nutritional supplements here.
When Oxygen is broken down from it's usual form of 2 molecules O2 to free radicals, this reactive element can become a true enemy of our health. These molecules are produced by environmental pollutants, cigarette smoke, fatty diets, as well as from normal metabolism. The best warrior against these damaging free radicals are antioxidants, as they are capable of neutralizing free radicals.
The proanthocyanidins in grape seed extract, known as bioflavonoids appear to be some of the most powerful free radical scavangers yet discovered. They are found in many types of foods, but only in small amounts.
Research suggests a strong role for bioflavonoids in the mainentance of sound cardiovascular function. This research originated from the low rates of cardiovscular disease in the French in spite of diets high in saturated fats. This apparent paridoxical situation has been attributed to the proanthocyanidins in the red wine consumed with most French meals.
Proanthocyanidins have also been researched in the US. Scientifically observed benifits include maintainence of capillary strength, vascular and immune function and healthy vision.
In the passed few years researchers have begun to understand the role of essential fatty acids, found only in certain forms of fats. There are only 2 essential fatty acids and alpha-linoeic acid (omega 3 fatty acid. These have been shown important to cardiac health.
Because the refining processes used for commercial oils remove nearly all Omega 3's, we don't get adequate amount in our regular diet. The most balance blend of essential fatty acids is Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids in 3:1 ratio.
Linoleaic and Alpha-Linoleic acids are essential in the bodies biosynthesis of prostaglandins. Each playing a role in the creation of these important compounds. The ratio is essential in maintaining optimal biosynthesis of these compounds so essential to our bodily functions.
Fatty acids may help maintain normal blood pressure, healthy levels of triglycerides as well as levels of various forms of cholesterol, as long as we are healthy to begin with. Essential fatty acids are also essential in maintaining cell membranes in a , soft, fluid, flexible state. Cholesterol is incorporated into our cell membranes to regain structural rigidity. This process also helps to maintains already healthy levels of cholesterol in their healthy state.
There are numerous other nutritional complements in one of the finest nutritional products on the markets, but since most of these are specific in their formulation to one excellent company, and I wish to keep this blog neutral for the time being I will end my discussion of nutritional supplements here.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
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