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Herbal Remedies November 2006 Natural Health Newsletter Issue 265 Sponsored by www.HerbalRemedies.com Toll Free for orders 1-866-467-6444 Issue Editor - Heather Bowman

Herbs - Vitamins - Minerals - Magnetics - Candles - Aromatherapy - Holiday Gifts - Bath & Beauty - Essential Oils - Natural Pet Care - Condition & Ailment Guide - Women's Health - Men's Health - Weight Loss - Health Books Black Tea Found to Aid in Battling Stress - Click here for full story. Survey Finds Use of Supplements is More Than Double That of Prescription Drugs for Weight Loss - Click here for full story. Winding the Body’s Seasonal Timeclock - Click here for full story. Study Examines Vitamin D Blood Levels and Breast Cancer - Click here for full story. Grape Seed Extract Found to Help Maintain Colon Health - Click here for full story. Herbal Remedies has 2 partner sites be sure to check them out as well: Magnetic Therapy Magnets , and Natural Hair Loss Remedies Be sure to check out our winter savings! Customer Appreciation Month Does you skin need a winter lift? Try adding the natural glow with Burt's Bees Products. We are your #1 Headquarters for your complete line of Burt's Bees products this holiday season! Herbal Remedies has three new vendors be sure to check them out: NatureWorks , Kaya Ayurvedic Skin Care , and Nature's Inventory Products Spotlight – Need A Warrior on the Immune System Battlefront? Check out our most popular immune booster Irwin Naturals Immuno Shield ! Medical Doctor Formulated This potent multi-herb complex addresses two key areas, immune support and bacterial/viral control. Some of the areas of support include: • Antibody Immune Response Support, Especially with Colds and Flu • Bacterial/Viral Control • Probiotic (Good Bacteria) Support • Upper Respiratory System Also be sure to check out our most popular upper respiratory fighter Umcka Cold Care. Umcka Shortens duration and reduces severity of symptoms associated with the common cold and throat/sinus/bronchial irritations: • Congestion • Cough • Headache • hoarseness • minor aches • sore throat • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) to make coughs more productive. Current Event News: How would you like to turn off hungar while blocking calories and fat? Nature's Way Glucomannan (Amorphophallus konjac fiber) is a 100% dietary fiber source obtained from the root of the konjac plant. Konjac fiber is an excellent addition to a sensible weight loss program. Our glucomannan is especially grown and prepared in Japan according to our exacting specifications. When Glucomannan is placed in water, it can swell up to 17 times its original volume. These qualities make it extremely effective and convenient as a fiber supplement, and can be useful for weight loss. In addition, because Glucomannan helps to promote satiety (feeling of fullness), it can be an effective addition to a weight management plan that includes a healthy diet and exercise program. • Healthy Weight Management • Supports Healthy Cholesterol Levels • Promotes Feeling of Fullness • Supports Regularity Glucomannan offers a significant advantage over other forms of fiber because it takes much smaller doses to produce optimum results. To make your online shopping even more convenient for you we have a vast selection of products priced with you in mind in our RED HOT SALE ITEMS Be sure to check out our NOW Foods 2nd Annual Line Drive Up To 40% Off Our Complete Line of NOW Foods! QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q: Subject: Hello Hi I have an uterine fibroid of 7cm x 6 cm. Many doctors have advised me to have it removed as well as the womb. I do not feel pain nor have unusual heavy menstruation but only very slight low blood. Have been taking iron once a day but has since stopped for some time already. I would like to know whether Kyolic odourless garlic can help shrink uterine fibroid of this size. I am currently taking cod liver oil, omega 3 oil, mutli-vitamin, pine bark and cranberry capsules (had urinary tract infection previously). Why does diabetics have to discuss with their doctors before taking garlic products? Many thanks A: Dear Customer, While Garlic is know inhibit tumor growth here are two time honored products to aid in supporting proper functioning of the Uterus and Ovaries as well: Ovary and Uterus Clean and U O Clear ( Ovarian Cyst & Fibroid Support ) . Garlic is on the FDA’s “generally recognized as safe” list. The only common complaint in using this herb is unpleasant breath odor. Taking raw garlic in excessive doses can cause stomach upset, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, facial flushing, rapid pulse, and insomnia. Topical Garlic can cause skin irritations that can become severe, so caution should be used when applying to skin. Garlic thins the blood so it is suggested you not take it prior to having a surgery, or while going into labor and delivery. It should not be taken with blood thinning drugs such as Coumadin (warfarin), heparin, aspirin, or Trental. Garlic could interact with natural products with blood thinning properties as well, such as Ginkgo and high dose vitamin E. It is presumed to be safe for pregnant women, except before delivery, and safe for nursing mothers. All my best, Thank you for your interest in Herbal Remedies.com and the opportunity to serve you. Heather * The statements regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this Web site or in emails is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your pediatrician or family doctor. Please consult a doctor with any questions or concerns you might have regarding you or your child's condition. Informational material and representations have been provided by the manufacturers of the listed products. Our Sponsors Enter coupon code "NL112106" when checking out to obtain discounts on your next purchase from http://www.HerbalRemedies.com How would you like to save $10.49 or more off your next order? You CAN by using your 5% off coupon in conjunction with our $5.49 automatic shipping discount for orders over $75. The more you order the more you save!!!

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Black Tea Found to Aid in Battling Stress By Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS, October 10, 2006, abstracted from “The effects of tea on psychophysiological stress responsivity and post-stress recovery: a randomised double-blind trial” printed online September 30, 2006 in the Journal of Psychopharmacology Although green tea is regarded as the tea with the most health benefits, research has started to focus significantly on black tea , due to its properties that help enhance mood,(1) maintain alertness over the day,(2) and even promote heart health.(3) In fact, recent reviews have found that black tea’s health benefits are comparable to green tea .(4) Now a new study(5) has found more benefits of black tea on mood, which may help people better deal with stress . Building upon previous research showing teas effects on the nervous system(6) including brain function,(7) 75 healthy non-smoking men were withdrawn from drinking tea, coffee and caffeinated beverages for four weeks. Following this “washout” phase, they were given either a treatment of tea or placebo for six weeks. The daily tea treatment consisted of a total 1,050 mg of black tea and was the equivalent of drinking four cups of black tea per day. They then underwent tests for stress that included measurements of cortisol, blood clotting and completion of behavioral tasks. At the end of six weeks, while they found that increases in blood pressure and heart rate did not differ between the two groups after the tasks. Blood clotting and cortisol levels were significantly lower and feelings of relaxation were significantly higher after the tasks in the tea group compared to the placebo group. For the researchers, “tea consumption leads to lower post-stress cortisol and greater subjective relaxation, together with reduced platelet activation. Black tea may have health benefits in part by aiding stress recovery.” These results are the latest in a number of studies on the health benefits of tea and the catechin EGCG. Studies on green tea and Alzheimer Disease were reported in 2005(8) and 2006.(9) Greg Arnold is a Chiropractic Physician practicing in Danville, CA. You can contact Dr. Arnold directly by emailing him at mailto:ChiroDocPSUalum@msn.com or visiting his web site www.CompleteChiropracticHealthcare.com Reference: 1 O’Brien DC (2000) The acute physiological and mood effects of tea and coffee: the role of caffeine level. Pharmacol Biochem Behav 66:19–28 2 Lane J (2000) A naturalistic investigation of the effects of day-long consumption of tea, coffee and water on alertness, sleep onset and sleep quality. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 149:203–216 3 Gardner EJ. Black tea – helpful or harmful? A review of the evidence. Eur J Clin Nutr advance online publication, July 19, 2006; doi:10.1038/sj.ejcn.1602489 4 G. B. Maru (2005). "Inhibitory effect(s) of polymeric black tea polyphenols on the formation of B(a)P-derived DNA adducts in mouse skin." J Environ Pathol Toxicol Oncol 24(2): 79-90 5 Steptoe A. The effects of tea on psychophysiological stress responsivity and post-stress recovery: a randomised double-blind trial. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2006 Sep 30; [Epub ahead of print] 6 Tamargo J (2002) Endothelium-independent vasodilator effects of the flavonoid quercetin and its methylated metabolites in rat conductance and resistance arteries. J Pharmacol Exp Ther 302:66–72 7 Juneja LR, Chu DC, Okubo T, Nagato Y, Yokogoshi H (1999) l-theanine: a unique amino acid of green tea and its relaxation effect in humans. Trends Food Sci Technol 10:199–204 8 Tan J. Green Tea Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate (EGCG) Modulates Amyloid Precursor Protein Cleavage and Reduces Cerebral Amyloidosis in Alzheimer Transgenic Mice J. Neurosci. 2005 25: 8807-8814 9 Cooper R. Medicinal benefits of green tea: Part I. Review of noncancer health benefits. J Altern Complement Med. 2005 Jun;11(3):521-8

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Survey Finds Use of Supplements is More Than Double That of Prescription Drugs for Weight Loss By Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS, November 8, 2006, abstracted from “First of Its Kind National Survey Finds Misinformed Consumers Rely on Unproven Weight Loss Products” posted October 22, 2006 on the University of Connecticut’s Center for Survey Research & Analysis website Determined by the World Health Organization to cause 2.6 million deaths worldwide in 2000, obesity is now classified as a “global phenomenon”.(1) According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 17% of teenagers are overweight, 32% of adults are obese, and 66.3% of adults are overweight or obese. Statistics like these have caused the CDC to institute a program that will attempt to reduce the prevalence of obesity to less than 15% by 2010.(2) Now a new survey of 3,500 Americans conducted by the University of Connecticut's Center for Survey Research & Analysis(3) has found that Americans choose nutritional supplements for weight loss over prescription drugs by a more than 2-to-1 margin. The survey, conducted nationwide from November 2005 to January 2006, found that more than 90% of self-identified overweight or obese American adults recognize the health benefits of losing weight and that being overweight increases their risk of disease. In spite of this, less than 1 in 3 of those surveyed consulted their doctor as a resource in the attempt to lose weight. Regarding the use of weight loss aids, only 15% used FDA-approved treatments while more than twice as many (34%) used potentially unproven weight loss products. While the researchers found it “encouraging that so many patients realize the importance of losing weight as part of a healthy lifestyle…it seems that they're lacking accurate information on the best programs and products to help them achieve their weight loss goals." As a result, it is more important than ever for patients to receive accurate information regarding what weight loss products and nutritional lifestyle changes are effective. Fortunately, research has found dietary lifestyle changes including following the Mediterranean Diet(4) and increasing protein intake(5) (which helps you lose weight because it helps regulate hunger hormones(6) as well nutritional supplementation such as conjugated linoleic acid ,(7) apple cider vinegar (8) and Relora (9) can be very effective in helping patients with being overweight or obese. Greg Arnold is a Chiropractic Physician practicing in Danville, CA. You can contact Dr. Arnold directly by emailing him at mailto:ChiroDocPSUalum@msn.com or visiting his web site www.CompleteChiropracticHealthcare.com. Reference: 1 “11th Annual Conference - Thriving in turbulent times - Challenges and Prospects” posted on the WHO website 2 “Overweight” posted on the National Center for Health Statistics Website 3 “First of Its Kind National Survey Finds Misinformed Consumers Rely on Unproven Weight Loss Products More than Half (54 percent) Incorrectly Believe these Products are FDA Approved” posted October 22, 2006 on the University of Connecticut’s Center for Survey Research & Analysis website 4 Trichopoulou A. Mediterranean diet in relation to body mass index and waist-to-hip ratio: the Greek European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition Study. Am. J. Clinical Nutrition, Nov 2005; 82: 935 – 940 5 Layman DK. Dietary Protein and Exercise Have Additive Effects on Body Composition during Weight Loss in Adult Women. J Nutr. 2005 Aug;135(8):1903-10 6 LeJeune MPGM. Ghrelin and glucagon-like peptide 1 concentrations, 24-h satiety, and energy and substrate metabolism during a high-protein diet and measured in a respiration chamber. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 83, No. 1, 89-94 7 Gaullier, J. M., J. Halse, et al. (2005). "Supplementation with conjugated linoleic Acid for 24 months is well tolerated by and reduces body fat mass in healthy, overweight humans." J Nutr 135(4): 778-84 8 Ostman E. Vinegar supplementation lowers glucose and insulin responses and increases satiety after a bread meal in healthy subjects. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2005 Sep;59(9):983-8 9 “Experimental Biology 2006” posted on the Federation of the American Society of Experimental Biology Website

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Winding the Body’s Seasonal Timeclock By Jayson Kroner, co-author, “7-Syndrome Healing” There is an unmistakable catharsis in the seasonal shift that takes place this time of year, as the trees that shade us begin to shed their summer skin. For many, including yours truly, this transformation is what essentially makes autumn such a great time to be alive. But these leaves of brown and orange and yellow should serve as a reminder that, come late fall, our bodies embark on a series of changes, as well. Because like the foliage that surrounds us, we too are at the mercy of Mother Nature’s schedule. If you’ve made your home in a region of the country apt to drastic changes in temperature, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Within a matter of weeks, often days, we collectively swap our shorts and flip flops with a fantastic spectacle of gloves and hats and jackets. We do this completely at will—wasting little time in debate over whether or not we match, but rather honing in on how warm our body will need to be. This in itself is fascinating, especially when you consider that, by and large, we do very little to bundle up our biological selves at the first hint of plummeting mercury. But we should, because as it turns out, the combination of cold weather and a shy, lazy sun affects more than just our skin. Seasonal temperature changes can have a strong negative impact on many of the body’s major systems. Left unchecked, we leave our systems vulnerable to a number of health-related hurdles. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common seasonal challenges, and their respective supporting supplements. Mood The combination of shorter days, frigid temperatures and fast approaching holidays can take a serious toll on even the most grounded of mind. Additionally, accepting the fact that one must instantly limit, possibly even eliminate, many of their outdoor activities can be a hard pill to swallow. This, along with a seemingly unlimited number of other factors, can make for a melancholy seasonal transition. Fortunately, there are a number of dietary supplements and herbs that have been shown in studies to help support a positive mood. Some of the most popular include GABA , St. John’s Wort , Relora ® , Rhodiola and 5-HTP . (1-5) Immune System Of all the bodily systems affected most by seasonal change, the immune system clearly takes one of the hardest hits. More time spent indoors, less fresh air, drastic reductions in aerobic activity, poor diets and offices teeming with sick co-workers can send a healthy summer immune system into a full blown winter defense frenzy. And while there’s no definitive way to completely get around these hurdles, there are measures that can be taken to keep your immune system in check. Antioxidants , such as Vitamins A , C , and E , Alpha Lipoic Acid , Grape Seed and CoQ10 all have wonderful science-based reputations for supporting healthy cellular activity, and can serve as a sound adjunct to any winter wellness regimen.(6-9) One of my favorites is Air Defense, a comprehensive immune support formula that contains Paractin® along with several supporting herbs and nutrients. Skin The cold wind of winter can dry out even the healthiest of skin. And while topical lotions may offer some limited protection, we can’t forget that our skin is more than just a protective coating—it’s the largest organ in the body. In short, healthy skin depends greatly on a constant supply of vital nutrients. In addition to the many antioxidants that are currently available, supplements such as Borage Oil , Selenium , Zinc , and Green Tea have all been shown to help encourage epidermal health. (10-13) Weight Gain The holidays just seem to have a historical penchant for wreaking havoc on waistlines, year in and year out. Much of this has to do with our chronic ability to tell ourselves that it’s okay to splurge, and that we will lose this rotten weight when the time is called upon. Sadly, that call seldom comes. As a result, we end up carrying a few extra pounds into the New Year. One of the best ways around this is to nourish our digestive systems with the same level of reverence that we nourish our bellies. Taking digestive enzymes and probiotics with meals is an excellent place to start. Together, they assist the body in properly breaking down larger meals while populating the GI tract with friendly, beneficial bacteria.(14, 15) Additionally, adding a quality fiber such as Psyllium or Glucomannan can help maintain regularity, which in turn helps support healthy serum and lipid levels. (16, 17) Energy and Fatigue Let’s face it—winter is not the most motivating of seasons. That powerful urge to rent DVD’s, order delivery food and retreat to our sofas is one that we’re all guilty of. Making a habit out of it, however, can rob the body of energy, motivation and the urge to stay physically active. It is times like these when we need to make absolutely sure that we’re getting the basic nutrients needed to plug any nutritional gaps in our diet. A high potency multiple vitamin and mineral formula is especially important, as are essential fatty acids such as Omega-3 Fish Oil and Flax Seed Oil . (18) Of course, these are just few suggestions to keep in mind as the winter months approach. Good health and sound living know no season, and should serve as the foundation upon which we live now, and all year long. The jump from summer to winter comes fast, often without any sign of warning or forethought. Dress warm, eat right and do whatever is in your power to avoid contact with germs and under-the-weather colleagues. Because who knows, with the right mix of knowledge and preparation, there’s just no excuse not to enjoy the most “wonderful” time of the year. References: 1 Virginia Commonwealth University, et al The role of GABA in the pathogenesis and treatment of anxiety and other neuropsychiatric disorders. 2001 2 Martinez B, Kasper S, Ruhrmann S, et al. Hypericum in the treatment of seasonal affective disorders. J Geriatr Psychiatr Neurol. 1994;7(Suppl 1):S29–S33 3 Sufka KJ, Roach JT, Chambliss WG Jr, Broom SL, Feltenstein MW, Wyandt CM, Zeng L. Anxiolytic properties of botanical extracts in the chick social separation-stress procedure. Jour Psychopharmacology, 2001 Jan 1;153(2):219-24 4 Shevtsov VA, Zholus BI, Shervarly VI, et al. A randomized trial of two different doses of a SHR-5 Rhodiolarosea extract versus placebo and control of capacity for mental work. Phytomedicine. 2003;10:95–105 5 Poldinger W, Calanchini B, Schwarz W. A functional-dimensional approach to depression: Serotonin deficiency as a target syndrome in a comparison of 5-hydroxytryptophan and fluvoxamine. Psychopathology. 1991;24:53–81 6 Combs G. The Vitamins. 2nd ed. New York, NY: Academic Press; 1998:5–6 7 Packer L, Witt EH, Tritschler HJ. Alpha–lipoic acid as a biological antioxidant. Free Radic Biol Med. 1995;19:227–250 8 Tixier JM, Godeau G, Robert AM, et al. Evidence by in vivo and in vitro studies that binding of pycnogenols to elastin affects its rate of degradation by elastases. Biochem Pharmacol. 1984;33:3933–3939 9 Beal MF. Coenzyme Q10 administration and its potential for treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Biofactors. 1999;9:261–266 10 Berth-Jones J, Graham-Brown RA. Placebo-controlled trial of essential fatty acid supplementation in atopic dermatitis. Lancet. 1993;341:1557–1560 11 Broome CS, McArdle F, Kyle JA, et al. An increase in selenium intake improves immune function and poliovirus handling in adults with marginal selenium status. Am J Clin Nutr. 2004;80:154-62 12 Godfrey HR, Godfrey NJ, Godfrey JC, et al. A randomized clinical trial on the treatment of topical zinc oxide/glycine. Altern Ther Health Med. 2001;7:49–54, 56 13 Katiyar SK, Ahmad N, Mukhtar H. Green tea and skin. Arch Dermatol. 2000;136:989–994 14 Nobaek S, Johansson M-L, Molin G, et al. Alteration of intestinal microflora is associated with reduction in abdominal bloating and pain in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. Am J Gastroenterol. 2000;95:1231–1238 15 Shaw D, Leon C, Kolev S, et al. Traditional remedies and food supplements. A 5-year toxicological study (1991-1995). Drug Saf. 1997;17:342–356 16 Arvill A, Bodin L. Effect of short-term ingestion of konjac glucomannan on serum cholesterol in healthy men. Am J Clin Nutr. 1995;61:585–589 17 Terpstra, J.A. Lapré, H.T. de Vries, A.C. Beynen et al, Hypocholesterolemic Effect of Dietary Psyllium in Female Rats. Annals of Nutrition & Metabolism 2000;44:223-228 18 Harris WS. N-3 fatty acids and serum lipoproteins: human studies. Am J Clin Nutr. 1997;65(5 suppl):S1645–S1654

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Study Examines Vitamin D Blood Levels and Breast Cancer By Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS, October 17, 2006, abstracted from Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D levels in early and advanced breast cancer” printed online in the Journal of Clinical Pathology In 2006, the American Cancer Society is expecting that nearly 213, 000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed and will cause nearly 41,000 deaths.(1) Fortunately, a number of foods, supplements, and lifestyle changes have been found to help women, including soy ,(2) fish oil ,(3) sesame ,(4) curcumin ,(5) and exercise.(6) Vitamin D has been found to help bone health,(7) gum health,(8) and even help control blood sugar.(9) Now a new study(10) has found an association between vitamin D levels and breast cancer. In the study, researchers took blood samples from 279 caucasian women with invasive breast cancer, 204 with early stage malignancy and 75 with locally advanced or metastatic disease and measured vitamin D levels. They found that patients with early stage breast cancer had “significantly higher circulating levels” of vitamin D levels compared to those with advanced disease. These results led the researchers to conclude that “[blood] levels of [vitamin D] are significantly higher in patients with early stage breast cancer compared to those with locally advanced and/or metastatic disease.” Because vitamin D intake was not measured, recommendations on vitamin D supplementation for women with regards to breast cancer could not be made. Current recommendations for vitamin D supplementation range as high as 600 IU per day.(11) Greg Arnold is a Chiropractic Physician practicing in Danville, CA. You can contact Dr. Arnold directly by emailing him at mailto:ChiroDocPSUalum@msn.com or visiting his web site www.CompleteChiropracticHealthcare.com Reference: 1 “Cancer Facts and Figures: 2006” posted on the American Cancer Society Website http://www.cancer.org/downloads/STT/CAFF2006PWSecured.pdf 2 Beerman KA. Soy isoflavones modulate immune function in healthy postmenopausal women. Am. J. Clinical Nutrition, May 2006; 83: 1118 – 1125 3 Siddiqui, R. A.(2005). "Anticancer properties of propofol-docosahexaenoate and propofol-eicosapentaenoate on breast cancer cells." Breast Cancer Res 7(5): R645-54 4 Wu WH. Sesame Ingestion Affects Sex Hormones, Antioxidant Status, and Blood Lipids in Postmenopausal Women. J. Nutr. 2006 136: 1270-1275 5 Aggarwal BB. Curcumin Suppresses the Paclitaxel-Induced Nuclear Factor- B Pathway in Breast Cancer Cells and Inhibits Lung Metastasis of Human Breast Cancer in Nude Mice. Clin Cancer Res 2005 11: 7490-7498 6 Chlebowski, R. T., M. Pettinger, et al. (2004). "Insulin, physical activity, andcaloric intake in postmenopausal women: breast cancer implications." J Clin Oncol 22(22): 4507-13 7 Flicker, L. (2005). "Should older people in residential care receive vitamin d to prevent falls? Results of a randomized trial." J Am Geriatr Soc 53(11): 1881-8 8 Dietrich, T., M. Nunn, et al. (2005). "Association between serum concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D and gingival inflammation." Am J Clin Nutr 82(3): 575-80 9 Hu FB. Vitamin D and Calcium Intake in Relation to Type 2 Diabetes in Women. Diabetes Care 29: 650-656 10 Palmieri C. Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D levels in early and advanced breast cancer. Clin Pathol. Published Online First: 17 October 2006. doi:10.1136/jcp.2006.042747 11 “Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Vitamin D” posted on the Office of Dietary Supplements Website http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitamind.asp

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Grape Seed Extract Found to Help Maintain Colon Health By Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS, October 30, 2006, abstracted from “Grape Seed Extract Inhibits In vitro and In vivo Growth of Human Colorectal Carcinoma Cells” in the October 15, 2006 issue of Clinical Cancer Research As the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, the American Cancer Society estimates 145,290 new cases of colon cancer and 56,290 deaths from colon cancer occurred in 2005.(1) What most people don’t know is that colon cancer takes a long time to progress from benign to malignant, so there is “a much needed opportunity” to employ health care strategies in the form of health screenings and vitamin supplementation.(2) The list of foods and supplements that can help maintain colon health includes: 30-35 grams of fiber per day,(3) 15 micrograms of broccoli extract per day,(4) olive oil,(5) 400 mg of calcium per day,(6) Conjugated Linoleic Acid ,(7) 9 mg of vitamin B6 per day,(8) more than 30 mg of flavonoids per day(9) and 480 mg of curcumin and 20 mg of quercetin 3 times a day.(10) Now a new study11 has found that grape seed extract (GSE) , of which 300 mg per day has recently been found to help curb a worldwide high blood pressure epidemic,(12) may also help maintain colon health. In the study, researchers exposed colorectal cancer cells to 25, 50, and 100 micrograms per milliliter of GSE in a lab setting. They found that in as little as 12 hours the three GSE dosages decreased cancer cell levels by 11%, 27%, and 48%, respectively. By 48 hours, there was as much as an 85% decrease. The researchers found that the higher the dosage, the greater the effect on the colorectal cancer cells. The researchers also found that GSE exerted this effect by stopping replication of the cancer cells, thereby theoretically stopping the cancer cells from spreading in humans. For the researchers, ‘GSE may be an effective [preventive] agent against colorectal cancer.” Greg Arnold is a Chiropractic Physician practicing in Danville, CA. You can contact Dr. Arnold directly by emailing him at mailto:ChiroDocPSUalum@msn.com or visiting his web site www.CompleteChiropracticHealthcare.com Reference: 1 Rupnarain C, Dlamini Z, Naicker S, Bhoola K. Colon cancer: genomics and apoptotic events. Biol Chem 2004;385:449–64 2 Arber N, Levin B. Chemoprevention of colorectal cancer: ready for routine use? Recent Results Cancer Res 2005;166:213–30 3 American Gastroenterological Association medical position statement: impact of dietary fiber on colon cancer occurrence. American College of Gastroenterology. Gastroenterology, 2000. 118(6): p. 1233-4 4 Gamet-Payrastre, L., et al., Sulforaphane, a naturally occurring isothiocyanate, induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in HT29 human colon cancer cells. Cancer Res, 2000. 60(5): p. 1426-33 5 Gill, C. I., A. Boyd, et al. (2005). "Potential anti-cancer effects of virgin olive oil phenols on colorectal carcinogenesis models in vitro." Int J Cancer 117(1): 1-7 6 Meunier, P. J. (1999). "Calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K in the prevention of fractures due to osteoporosis." Osteoporos Int 9 Suppl 2: S48-52 7 Larsson SC. High-fat dairy food and conjugated linoleic acid intakes in relation to colorectal cancer incidence in the Swedish Mammography Cohort. Am J Clin Nutr 2005 82: 894-900 8 Wei EK. Plasma vitamin B6 and the risk of colorectal cancer and adenoma in women. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2005 May 4;97(9):684-92 9 Rossi M. Flavonoids and Colorectal Cancer in Italy. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2006 15: 1555-1558 10 Sanchez P. Combination Treatment with Curcumin and Quercetin of Adenomas in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol 2006 Aug; 4(8):1035-1038 11 Kaur M. Grape Seed Extract Inhibits In vitro and In vivo Growth of Human Colorectal Carcinoma Cells. Clin Cancer Res 2006 12: 6194-6202 12 American Chemical Society Website Do you have a question for us? If so please send in your questions to herbalnews@qwest.net We will answer all email ASAP!

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