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Glyconutrients are not vitamins, minerals, amino acids or enzymes, but are in a class of their own as nutritional supplements derived from plants. Glyconutritional supplements are formulated based on new understanding in the biochemistry of how the human body maintains health at the cellular level. Healthy cells lead to healthy tissue - healthy tissue leads to healthy organs - and healthy organs lead to healthy bodies. Despite the relatively recent discovery of glyconutrients and their functions, medical doctors and the general public are becoming increasingly aware of their importance in treating underlying causes of disease and in maintaining good health. A glyconutritional approach gets at the root cause rather than treating only the symptoms. Healing Glyconutrients - Optimum Cell-to-Cell Communication Dr. Hugo Rodier M.D. - "Most of the Nobel prizes in Medicine and Biology have been awarded to the concept of “cell communication,” which is how our 100 trillion cells get their metabolic function coordinated (J. Science, November 26th, 2004.) They do this through a system of “messages,” which are well-known molecules like hormones, neurotransmitters, enzymes, etc. They form a vast network of communication, which should have never been separated into different components. The Psycho-Neuro-Immune-Endocrine system of cell communication to coordinate our metabolism is now considered to be the cornerstone of health and function in cutting edge research (“The intricate interface between the immune system and metabolism,” J. Trends in Immunology 2004;25:193.) Cell communication takes place mostly at the level of the outer cell membrane, which is equipped with antennae, or radar-like glycoproteins. These “receptors” are literally shaped into “lock-like” structures, by the energy produced within the cells themselves. Messages turn out to be “key-like” glycoproteins, or molecules that will need to match the lock, or receptors on the cell membranes for “listening “ to occur. The mitochondria are specialized organelles in charge of producing the energy necessary to fuel all activity within the cell. Mitochondria function takes place mostly in their own cell membranes, too. While the nuclei are very important to all cells, they are only a blue print to guide the production of each cell. The messages therein produced, are sent from the cell membrane, and received by other cells’ membranes throughout the body (J. Science, May 31st, 2002 ? 2003;300:1461-1604.) Naturally, the cell membrane becomes an extremely important part of cell communication and function. The cell membrane is the very interface between each cell and its environment. Cells are totally dependent on the environment in our bodies. Said environment is created by our very lifestyles. Poor foods, polluted air and water, poor relationships, etc, provide toxic environments, thereby compromising cell membrane function (“The Biology of Belief,” Bruce Lipton, 2005 ? “Quantum Cellular Biology,” J. Medical Hypothesis 2001;57:358.) So, the structure and function of our cell membranes is extremely important for our receptors to successfully receive the messages generated from other cells, thus coordinating our cells’ metabolism and function. And, what are our cell membranes made up of? Sugars, proteins and fats! In other words, nutrition provides not only the fuel needed for our cells to function, but also the very molecules our cells need to be structured properly. A failure to eat properly will result in practically all manner of diseases. No wonder that “food is the best medicine!” (“Life’s Complexity Pyramid,” J. Science 2002;298:763.) The wrong sugars (processed,) fats (saturated and tranhydrogenated,) and proteins (animals exposed to many toxins) will compromise cell membrane structure and function. As noted above, this compromises cell communication, AND thusly, the ability of each cell to produce energy. Simply put, all cell function will then be compromised, and practically all diseases will manifest themselves. This is why the right foods, those foods which contain the most healthy sugars, fats, and proteins will support body function and structure better than less gifted foods. A classical example of a “failure to communicate” (think of “Cool Hand Luke”) at the cellular level is Insulin resistance, the scourge of our modern days. Simply put, our cell membranes throughout the body are becoming rigid and inflexible, because of poor dietary intake, environmental pollution, and stressful lifestyles, thus compromising response to the most important metabolic messenger: insulin. Insulin finds the receptors and the cell membrane of our cells somewhat unresponsive, which can trigger practically all diseases (“Second world congress on the insulin resistance syndrome,” J. Diabetes Care 2005;28:2073.) We can say that consumption of refined sugars, which is rampant and addictive in our society, constitutes a source of toxicity to the cell membranes. With these types of foods, cell membranes also become inflamed, since they lack the micronutrients to quell the fire produced by our metabolic furnaces. These processed foods lack antioxidants to neutralize all the oxidating free radicals produced by our metabolic furnaces, and by toxins in the environment. Thus, our cell membranes also become oxidized. Since the mitochondria (our cell furnaces) also depend on healthy cell membranes (composed of the right sugars, fats, and proteins) to produce energy, or metabolize, poor nutrition will cause mitochondrial dysfunction: These are the most basic mechanisms known in modern medicine (J. American Medical Association 2004;291:358.) Are We Deficient In Essential Key Nutrients? Dr. Jerry Tennant, M.D. says that marine phytoplankton, a rich source of glyconutrients, contains almost everything one needs to sustain life and to restore health by providing the raw materials to make new cells that function normally. Marine phytoplankton has been called "the most nutritionally dense foods on the planet". Containing a wide range of trace elements, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, enzymes and cellular materials, marine phytoplankton promotes and maintains optimum health by boosting and supporting all systems within the body. Its antioxidants and unique polysaccharides can halt the genetic mutations that can lead to cancer. Both high levels of saccharides and adaptogens increase energy and stamina by improving our ability to consume and use oxygen. Adaptogens also improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the heart and circulation. more about marine phytoplankton's healing power Michael D. Schlachter, M.D "After seeing the benefits and noting the scientific validation of these nutrients, I no longer consider the addition of proper nutrients to the diet as a luxury. It is a fundamental and integral part of helping my patients achieve and maintain the health that they want and deserve. The biggest revolutionary change in the war against disease is represented by glyconutrients. If you do not want to become a patient (and therefore a statistic) you need to answer in your own mind and heart if what you are doing for your health is optimal, and if not what else can you do." Michael D. Schlachter, MD, is on the Board Certified Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease, Clinical Instructor at the University of Nevada Medical School. Susan Lord, M.D - "Glyconutrients came to my attention, actually, about two years ago, when I was working with a patient with hepatitis-C. I had pulled out all of the stops with her, and I was getting nowhere, and her health condition was deteriorating before my eyes, to the point that she was nearly bedridden. Working on the Internet, she came across these products called glyconutrients and started taking them. She stopped everything that I gave her and started nothing but these, and her health started improving immediately, to the point where she is in excellent health today. That got my attention. Last year for our cancer conferences, I did more research on these supplements. I understood that they seemed to be helping cancer patients who had gone through chemo and radiation. It helped them with quality of life and keeping their blood counts up. Last year at the cancer conference, we invited Dr. Glen Holland (?), who is an oncologist from the Midwest, to come and to give a very, very preliminary presentation about these compounds. It was a little more than anecdotal. He did have some data, but it was very preliminary. But it looked promising."
Angie's stage 3 cancer recovery with glyconutrients: "My surgery was September 29th. I started taking glyconutrients before surgery but only what the bottle recommended. After surgery and the pathology report came back, I started taking a lot more because of the state I was in, (stage III). I went back in for a scan in December, 6 weeks after taking the larger amounts, and the two areas of tumor that were remaining after surgery were gone. I could not believe it. My oncologist could not compare with the previous scan, but my surgeon said, “Hmm, this looks much better than what I expected.” So, I continued with the glyconutrients and other products. I went back in for a scan in March and my oncologist said , “Your scans look great. Keep taking your glyconutrients and we’ll see you in another three months.” My surgeon said, “Scans look great. There is no tumor, no edema (swelling). This is what we want and hope to see, but don’t always get it.” Again I was very excited. I did not completely ignore my doctors, I simply put their treatment plan on hold, while I pursued another path less harmful to my body. I still go in for scans every three to four months as they recommended. In the show I was quoted at the end of program saying the doctor told us “there wasn’t much change.” That quote was my doctor indicating there wasn’t much change from the December scan to the March scan. That’s because they were both good scans!" more The New Healing Science of Saccharides/Glyconutrients (Healthy Sugars)
The sugars found on all glyconutrients/saccharides also address the workings of the brain and nervous system – from memory and sleep to anxiety and depression. In addition, they have a role in helping the body handle cholesterol and fats by lowering triglycerides and low-density lipoproteins (LDL) while, at the same time, raising the good cholesterol (HDL). Commercials have long touted the benefits of eating oatmeal to bring down cholesterol. What is not mentioned is that it is the sugars (beta-glucans) in oatmeal that are responsible. Another important essential sugar function (saccharides) is to help retain bone density and muscle mass. The body undergoes wear and tear as it ages. Cells and tissues need to be replaced, remodeled, and renewed continually. Exercise helps the body to develop new blood vessels while increasing muscle mass. Certain kinds of tissues adapt to exercise by increasing the size and number of cells. Adaptation, healing, and recovery are all forms of tissue remodeling. Essential sugars play important roles in these processes. There is so much potential to these sugars (saccharides) that it is mind-boggling. What is included here is only just the beginning of what is to come. The excitement that must have reverberated when penicillin was developed is nothing compared to the excitement as science continues to find out all the capabilities of this maligned substance. This is not a gimmick or a fad but the actual foundation upon which other nutrients can build. We will all have to stay tuned. Without the proper nutrients, our organs and body systems begin a slow process of degeneration. Degenerative diseases are the leading cause of death in this country, and are growing dramatically. Cancer, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis -- these are degenerative processes that cause immeasurable human suffering. In addition, emotional stress in the 20th Century is at an all time high and directly impacts our well-being. Glyconutrients can replace the precious nutrients missing in today’s food supply. They can provide superior nutritional support for total body health. Taken daily, they supply your organs and body systems with a rich density of chemistry, nutrition and raw materials that helps them to repair, regenerate and function at their best. When used along with surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation, glyconutrients (saccharides) have proven to help lessen the side effects of these treatments while helping the body to recover and heal itself more quickly than if only the treatments were implemented. More studies are now underway due to the breakthrough findings in this initial research period. In fact, The National Institutes of Health in the Fall of 2001 awarded The Scripps Research Institute in San Diego, CA a $34 million grant to understand how cells and the immune system use these sugars. Science Magazine in March, 2001 dedicated the major part of an issue to summarizing the extensive research currently underway in the field of glycobiology and the great potential health benefits in applying this new understanding. Glyconutrients and Stem Cell Production Dr. Reg McDaniel talks about first seeing new stem cells in the peripheral blood of clients using glyconutrients many years ago and not recognizing these cells as stem cells. They were 10 times the size of white blood cells and they were given the name "Gee" cells for some time as that's what Dr. Reg said when he observed these new cells that no one could identify! Now we have the tools to identify these cells appropriately as stem cells which can be used as "master keys" to move to places in the body as the body calls for. About a year ago there was an article in JAMA regarding the stem cells implants of male cells into female bodies of women with leukemia who had received a stem cell transplant. When these women died, male marked cells were found as neurons in the brain. Dr. Reg realized that this might offer an explanation in the many children with fetal alcohol syndrome that were doing so well with the glyconutrients and others who had advanced so far beyond their perceived genetic limitations. He told the story of several adopted aboriginal children in Canada who had fetal alcohol syndrome who have done remarkably well, improving from IQ's estimated to be around 50 to levels around 100. One girl who had difficulties with reading and numbers and was in remedial classes after 3 years with glyconutrients was able to read a Harry Potter book in a week and discuss what she had read. When they measure the before and after stem cell counts in the blood, virtually none are detectable prior to glyconutrieints. Within a week of giving glyconutrients, there are 200-400 stem cells seen in a microliter of blood with about 5-10 thousand white blood cells. If one extrapolates to the whole body, it is possible that there are 1.7-3 trillion new stem cells throughout our body as we add in glyconutrients. We're at the beginning of understanding all of what is possible with stem cells. There is an article in the June Scientific American if you want to read more about stem cells.
Marine Phytoplankton and Goji berries are rich in glyconutrients/polysaccharide compounds and are a major asset in the battle against nutritional deficiencies I've often been asked about the difference between Marine Phytoplankton juice and the Goji juice (Lycium berries). Both are whole foods with amazing nutritional density that provide enzyme and saccharides/glyconutrients necessary for optimal cellular communication. Both are are a major asset in the battle against nutritional deficiencies. Lycium berries (Goji) grow wild and are cultivated primarily at high elevations in areas in and around the Himalayas. Marine PhytoPlankton grow in the sea. I drink both juices because they have a synergic relation. I like to balance food from the land and from the sea. Healing Power of Goji Berries Matthew Silver, MD - "An associate in her early fifties who had suffered for many years from the toxic effects of chlorine poisoning from inhaling vapors from an over-chlorinated swimming pool. This had resulted in many severe health challenges including extreme chronic fatigue and breathing difficulty that kept her housebound and dependent on oxygen. Even minimal exertion led to extreme shortness of breath. After just three days of drinking Goji juice, she reported that all of her symptoms improved dramatically and that she was able to leave her house without oxygen and work in her garden, which she had not been able to do in years. Rock-solid scientific evidence discovered at major universities around the globe back up the historical usage of the Goji berry with 71 different studies now published proving its benefits. One of the most exciting things about the ongoing research is that more and more studies on the Goji berry are being published each year, including 11 published in 2004, 9 published in 2005 and 4 more already published in 2006! These studies cover many aspects of health including the brain, vision, immune system enhancement, and many others. You can view abstracts of these studies by going to www.pubmed.org, the United States Government sponsored Website, and typing in the Latin name for the Goji berry, Lycium barbarum. Goji berries and marine phytoplankton contain important phytonutrient compounds, that work in the body as directors and carriers of the instructions that cells use to communicate with each other. These polysaccharides are “Master Molecules” that command and control many of the body’s most important defense systems. Goji of Himalayan quality exhibits a balanced polysaccharide profile and a uniquely potent Spectral Signature. It is the true descendant of the original Goji of legend. Dr. John Axford, MD, leading expert in this new field of glycobiology and President of Clinical Immunology, Royal Academy of Medicine, stated at a health conference last year, “Sugars are going to be the molecules of the next decade. Glycobiology is one of the last frontiers of science to be conquered and it’s going to be at the cutting edge of a large number of discoveries and therapies over the next decade.” Ancient Chinese healers have been using this Goji berry for centuries ...and time has proven its effectiveness in the anti-aging category... however science has just now begun to explore all of its properties. It's important to note that within the Lycium family there are dozens of different species, but there are only two primary types of Lycium Goji berries that are used medicinally. Dr. Earl Mimdell, well known and highly respected in the nutrition field, has perfected an extremely difficult method for finding the exact strain of berry that relates back to ancient times, and also developed a very complex process for extracting juice from this very unique berry (the Himalayn Goji berry). He has successfully managed the complicated process of formulating an exciting new product called Goji Berry Juice.
"The results that I have seen with hundreds of people are truly astonishing... I consider Goji Juice the cornerstone of my approach to health and vitality. Virtually every one of your important physiologic systems can benefit from Goji." - Dr. Ron Friedman, M.D., residency done at Harvard Medical School "I would recommend Goji Juice to practically anyone. The results I have seen are nothing short of astonishing." - Dr. Marc Westaway, M.D., University of Queensland Medical School "In the 25 years I've worked in the wellness industry, I've never seen nor experienced greater benefit than I have with Goji Juice. I don't think it's unreasonable to call Goji, literally, the Fountain of Youth." - Dr. Sandra Lee Boice, M.S., Ph.D. in Clinical Nutrition "Although my personal benefits from drinking Goji Juice have been quite impressive, the results that others with whom I have shared it with have often been absolutely astounding. The Goji berry is nature's perfect food because it has such a high density of nutrients." - Dr. Matt Silver, M.D., Family Practice physician with more than 18 years clinical practice " Goji Juice helps people feel happier, allows them to sleep better and improves their immunity better than anything I have ever seen in my medical career." - Dr. Carlos Orozco, B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Doctorate in Reproductive Biochemistry and Immunology Goji berry juice is a major asset in this battle against nutritional deficiencies. Also, its ability to store the sun’s life-giving energy, measured as the Schomberg Effect, will help to restore our youthful vitality and resilience. That’s why I call Goji "Nature's most powerful battery". In the 25 years I’ve worked in the wellness industry, I’ve never seen greater benefits than I have with Goji juice/Lycium berries" Lycium barbarum (the Latin name for the Goji berry) "Traditionally the Goji berry has been used to treat inflammation, skin irritation, nose bleeds, aches, pains and as a sedative. It is also commonly used with other botanicals in Chinese medicine for poor vision, anemia, and cough. A polysaccharide isolated from lycium has been shown to have anti-tumorigenic, immune enhancing, and hepatoprotective properties in vitro. It also showed radiosensitizing effects in mice. Data from an observational study done in China in 1994 involving 75 cancer patients suggest that Lycium Barbarum Polysaccharides may be beneficial when used with certain cancer treatments. However, well designed clinical trials are needed to verify this effect. It is also unclear if similar effects can be observed with cancer treatments that are currently in use." Goji Juice is now undergoing intense scrutiny as a malignant drug in Tibet, Mongolia, China, Japan and Switzerland. It has been found that the fruit, as well as an extract from its leaves, can kill many kinds of malignant cells in vitro. In vivo studies and human studies are proving to be highly promising. Goji Juice contains approximately 124 ppm of organic Germanium. Germanium has been demonstrated to have anti-malignant activity. Japanese studies indicate that organic Germanium is effective in treating liver malignancy, lung malignancy, uterine malignancy, cervical malignancy, and testicular malignancy when combined with other drugs. It has been found to induce the production in human beings of g-interferon. Interferon can depress and even kill malignant cells. Germanium possesses the power to take over the hydrogen ion from malignant cells. Losing hydrogen ions can cause depression and even death to malignant cells. Besides Germanium, this berry has other components that act against malignancy. These other components appear to be able to depress or block the synthesis of the malignant cells' DNA, which interferes with the cells' ability to divide and thus lowers the reproductive capacity of the malignant cells. Dr. Mimdell says that we can not drink too much Goji - Just like orange juice and apple juice, there is no risk of drinking too much Goji Juice. But, after you experience Goji Juice, you will find that no other juice can compare. You and your entire family will enjoy the energizing health benefits from this nutrient rich, 100% juice beverage. For overall good health, we suggest that you start with two ounces of Goji Juice daily. Current research indicates that the greatest benefit may be realized by drinking up to four ounces per day. Goji Juice can be taken as is, or mixed with your favorite hot or cold beverage. learn more about the health benefits of Goji berry juice (download a free ebook) There are many varieties of Goji – as many as 41 species in Tibet alone! In the same way that human fingerprints can be used to distinguish one person from another, a spectrometer can detect even subtle differences between berries at the molecular level. This technique results in the generation of a graph – a Spectral Signature. Dr. Mimdell developed a Spectral Signature to identify, isolate, and harvest only those special Goji berries with the exact nutrient profile of the legendary Goji from the Himalayas. Goji is packed with anti-oxidants and provides enzyme and saccharides/glyconutrients necessary for optimal cellular communication. In Chinese trials, Goji shut down cell aging in as little as six hours after the first dose! "The credit goes to Goji's unique poly-saccharides," says Dr. Mimdell. "They boost the body's production of human growth hormone, which helps build toned muscle and repair skin cells." In Asia, the Goji berry (Lycium barbarum) has been used as a primary allergy therapy for centuries. The noted ethnobotanist, Dr. James A. Duke, classifies Goji as an immunomodulator — an enhancing substance that can balance and normalize abnormal immune response. The Mongolian Institute of Traditional Medicine reported that Goji has been used in the treatment of atrophic gastritis, weakened digestion due to reduced stomach activity. Patients consumed 10 grams of the whole fruits each time, three times daily before meals for two months and longer with excellent results. Goji Juice contains 8 kinds of amino acids (six times higher than bee pollen), of which 8 are indispensable amino acids for the human body (such as isoleucine and tryptophan). 50% of the each Goji berry's amino acids are free amino acids. Goji Juice contain 21 trace minerals, (of which the main ones are zinc, iron and copper) and 500 times the amount of vitamin C by weight than oranges. Goji Juice is loaded with vitamin B1, B2, B6 and vitamin E. Mature fruits contain about 11 mg. of iron per 100 grams, as well as glucose, fructose, vitamin C, beta-sitosterol (an anti-inflammatory agent), linoleic acid (a fatty acid), sesquiterpenoids (cyperone, solavetivone), tetraterpenoids (zeaxanthin, physalin), and betaine (0.1%). Cancer Report (Excerpt from Goji book) Report of a clinical trial in cancer using a Goji extract. It was carried out by G.W. Cao and colleagues at the Second Military Medical University in Shanghai and published in a Chinese medical publication, the Chinese Journal of Oncology. Seventy-nine patients with advanced cancer were enrolled in a trial in which they were treated with lymphocyte-activated killer (LAK) cells + interleukin-2 (IL-2). But some of the patients also received polysaccharides (complex sugars) derived from Lycium barbarum (Goji ) (abbreviated LBP) . Initial results of the treatment from 75 evaluable patients indicated that "objective regression of cancer was achieved in patients with malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal carcinoma, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma." It also was supposedly effective in "malignant hydrothorax" (which presumably refers to pleural effusion, a collection of fluid within the chest cavity which frequently accompanies thoracic cancers). According to this Chinese article, the response rate of patients treated with LAK + IL-2 alone was 16.1 percent. But when Goji extract was given to some patients the response rate jumped to 40.9 percent. The authors also state that the remission in patients treated with LAK + IL-2 plus Goji extract lasted significantly longer and led to a more marked increase in natural killer (NK) cell activity than LAK + IL-2 alone. "The results indicate that LBP can be used as an adjuvant in the biotherapy [i.e., immunotherapy] of cancer," the authors concluded..
Goji and Healthy Skin Goji Berry is a rich source of vitamin C and many other health-promoting vitamins and minerals. Long revered for its longevity-enhancing effects, Goji berry may support the health of the eyes, skin, and cardiovascular system. The latest scientific research suggests it is a potentially potent antioxidant that contains compounds with immune-enhancing properties. Goji berry possesses a unique combination of flavonoids, vitamins, minerals and polysaccharides thought to be responsible for antioxidant and anti-aging properties. An interesting study was performed in human skin cultures to determine the mechanism of the potentially protective effect of Goji berry extracts. Researchers found that bathing human skin cultures with an extract from Goji berry impacted the function of several enzymes that promote skin aging. This provides evidence of an anti-aging and antioxidant effect of Goji berry extract in these human skin cultures. Researchers also noted that when these skin cultures were subjected to suboptimal growth conditions (lack of adequate nutrients), supplementing the medium with this Goji berry extract allowed the skin to maintain normal metabolic functions. Goji berry extract contains numerous compounds that confer potent antioxidant protection to various tissues. "My daughter, Stef, used to have problem feet. She had severely cracked heels and thick yellow toenails that were difficult and painful for her to trim, as they always grew into the sides of her toes. Two weeks after she started drinking Goji, she asked for me to trim her toenails, and lo and behold, they were absolutely normal! They were easy to trim with no pain, good color; her cracked skin has completely healed." Karen K., Canada "I have tried everything to improve my heels. They are so rough and dry they crack. It is embarrassing when I am at a beach or swimming pool. For sure I wear socks around the house, especially if we have company. My wife was drinking Goji and insisted that I try it too. I wasn’t sure if it would help. The product is amazing. My heels are soft and smooth and this summer I will be buying sandals. Since Goji works from the inside out, I can't imagine all the other benefits that are taking place that I can't see." James L., Surrey BC Canada "Before I started drinking Goji, I had several raised, aging-spots on my forehead. The Doctor told me they were "part of the aging process". What else is going to happen to me as I age, I thought to myself. Guess what, last week I noticed they were gone! Completely gone, no sign of them! I must be getting younger! I know it's the Goji." Bill, Washington
What cosmetic and personal care manufactures tell us so they can sleep better at night. #1 ALBUMIN - The chief ingredient in artificial face lifts. It is being touted as a wrinkle treatment. The last time a serious case concerning consumer claims came up was in the 1960's. Both of these products were temporary wrinkle removers. The formulas contained a bovine serum albumin in that, when dried, formed a film over wrinkles thus making wrinkles less obvious. (Brumberg) #2 BIOTIN - (Vitamin H) An exotic ingredient promoted as being necessary and beneficial for skin and hair care. A deficiency of this vitamin has been associated with greasy scalps and baldness in rats and other experimental animals. Fur-bearing animals, however, have a very different hair growth from Human Beings. Biotin deficiency in man is extremely rare. Biotin is considered a worthless additive in cosmetic products. (Chase) #3 COLLAGEN - Some companies imply that collagen can support the skin’s own collagen network Others claim it can be absorbed to moisturize skin. The collagen in creams and lotions acts like any protein ingredient in that it merely provides a coating on the skin’s surface. (Chase) The collagen molecule cannot penetrate your skin because it is much too large to be absorbed by the epidermis. (Brumberg) . . Collagen, elastin, or other proteins and amino acids cannot get into the skin through topical application. The molecules of these substances are simply too large to penetrate your skin. (Novick) Cosmetics manufacturers have heralded it as a new wonder ingredient, but according to medical experts, it cannot effect the skin’s own collagen when applied topically. (Winter) #4 ELASTlN - Another ingredient promoted as being beneficial for skin and hair care. Elastin is included in some skin care products, but nowhere near as much as collagen. It too, cannot be absorbed by the epidermis. (Brumberg) In a cosmetic product, they cannot restore tone to skin. When used in such products as moisturizers, they act like all other commercial proteins-- by forming a film that holds moisture. (Chase) #5 GLYCERIN - Promoted as being a beneficial humectant. This is a clear, syrupy liquid made by chemically combining water and fat. The wafer splits the fat into smaller components-glycerol and fatty acids. It improves the spreading qualities of creams and lotions and prevents them from losing water through evaporation. Glycerin, however, has a tendency to draw water out of the skin and so can make dry skin dryer. (Chase) A solvent, humectant and emollient in many cosmetics, it absorbs moisture from the air and; therefore, helps keep moisture in creams and other products, even if the consumer leaves the cap off the container. (Winter) SEE HUMECTANTS #6 HUMAN PLACENTAL EXTRACT - Promoted for rejuvenating and nourishing aging skin. Placental extracts are another big hype. In moisturizers, these ingredients allegedly supplement the vitamin and hormone content The manufacturers of these products take advantage of the belief that since the placenta nourishes the developing embryo, an extract of it can nourish and rejuvenate aging skin. Placental extracts can do no such thing. (Novick) The value of a cosmetic depends on its active ingredients and with cosmetics containing ‘placental extract it is impossible to tell what you are getting. (Chase) Temporary means temporary, but it’s still nice, every now and then, to be able to get a smoother look. Some ingredients include sodium silicate, bovine serum albumin and human placental protein. (Brumberg) #7 HUMECTANTS - Ingredients which draw moisture to and aid in moisturizing skin. Most moisturizers contain humectants that act as water attractors... They actually pull moisture out of your skin. (Valmy) The problem with humectants, including propylene glycol and glycerin is that; although they are most effective when you are in areas with high humidity, if you are going to be in an extremely low humidity atmosphere, such as in an airplane or even a dry room, they can actually take moisture from your skin. Here’s why: Humectants are on the search for moisture that can be absorbed from the environment. If the environment is so drying that there is no moisture to be had, they till get it from the next best source - your skin. When this happens, the ingredient, which is supposed to help your skin retain moisture, instead does the opposite. (Brumberg) A substance used to preserve the moisture content of materials, especially in hand creams and lotions. (Winter) SEE GLYCERIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL #8 HYPOALLERGENIC - A product to which you are not allergic. Hypoallergenic means "less than" and the word hypoallergenic tells the consumer that the manufacturer believes the product fewer allergens than other products. There are no federal regulations defining allergens, nor are there any guidelines. So ‘hypoallergenic" has little meaning. (Brumberg) #9 LANOLIN - A beneficial moisturizer. Advertisers have found that the words "contain Lanolin" help to sell a product and have promoted it as being able to "penetrate the skin better than other oils," although there is little scientific proof of this. Lanolin has been found to be a common skin sensitizer causing allergic contact skin rashes. (Winter) #10 LIPOSOMES - Ultimate anti-aging agent Liposomes are one of the newest entries in the Fountain-of-Youth arena. According to one recent theory, cellular aging involves the edification of skin cell membranes. Liposomes, which are tiny bags of fat and thymus gland extract suspended in a gel, are supposed to merge with your aging skin cells, revive them and add moisture to them. Current scientific understanding does not support the rigidification theory. The cell membranes of young and old persons are alike. As a result, it is likely that liposome-containing moisturizers represent nothing more than another expensive allure. (Novick) #11 MINERAL OIL - A beneficial moisturizer. Has tendency to dissolve the skin’s own natural oil and thereby increase dehydration. Mineral oils have been found to be probably the single greatest cause of breakouts in women who use a new product. (Chase) #12 NATURAL COSMETICS - No Artificial ingredients Pure or from nature. In cosmetic terminology, the term ‘natural" usually means anything the manufacturer wishes. There are no legal boundaries for the term. As a whole, natural cosmetics are purely an advertising gimmick (Chase) There are no guidelines surrounding what can or cannot be inside a "natural" product. Cosmetics called ‘natural" still contain preservatives, coloring agents and all the other things you can think of that sound very unnatural. (Begoun) #13 PROPYLENE GLYCOL - Being promoted as being a beneficial humectant. It is the most common moisturizing vehicle, other than water, in cosmetics. It has better permeation through the skin than glycerin and is less expensive; although it has been linked to more sensitivity reactions. Its use is being reduced and it is being replaced by safer glycols such as butylene and polyethylene glycol. (Winter) A moisturizer that has been shown to provoke acne eruptions. (Chase) SEE HUMECTANTS #14 ROYAL BEE JELLY - Promoted to nourish and moisturize the skin. This substance is found in beehives. It is secreted from the digestive tubes of worker bees. The male bees and the workers eat royal jelly for only a few days after they are born, but the Queen Bee eats royal jelly all of her life. Because royal jelly is associated with the health and long life of the Queen Bee, it was believed that this substance could have some age-retarding properties. It does not. There has been extensive research done on the value of royal jelly and the scientific consensus is that it is worthless for humans. Anyone who claims that it has special powers is a fraud. (Chase) Eggs, milk, honey and royal bee jelly are other favorites of some moisturizer manufacturers. Without question, eggs are nourishing for the embryo, milk nourishing and life-sustaining for infants, and honey and royal bee jelly nectar for bees. When applied to the skin, however, they do little for you, although they may give a moisturizer a smoother Consistency or a lush look. (Novick) Highly touted as a magical ingredient in cosmetics to restore one’s skin to youthfulness. If stored, royal jelly loses its capacity to develop Queen Bees. Even when fresh, there is no proven value in a cosmetic preparation. (Winter) #15 SEAWEED - Promoted to nourish and moisturize the skin. This plant has gelatinous properties. It is the major ingredient of the thin, clear masks that peel off in one piece. These masks allow the skin to build up a supply of water. Seaweed is also used in face creams and lotions where it gives body and substance to the products, not to the skin. (Chase) #16 SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE- No claims made. Sodium fatty acid soap, a relatively weak surfactant. Used as a wetting agent in the textile industry. Irritating to scalp and may cause hair loss. (Wright) SEE SODIUM LAUREL SULFATE #17 SODIUM LAUREL SULFATE - No one making any claims about this one and for good reason. We examined an anionic detergent, sodium laureth sulfate, which is commonly found in soaps and shampoos, that would penetrate into the eyes, as well as systemic tissues (brain, heart, liver, etc.). SLS also showed long-term retention in tissues. Because SLS and related substances are widely used in many populations on a daily basis in soaps and shampoos, there is an immediate concern relating to the penetration of these chemicals into the eyes and other tissues. This is especially important in infants, where considerable growth is occurring, because a much greater uptake occurs by tissues of younger eyes and SLS changes the amounts of some proteins in cells from eye tissues. Tissues of young eyes may be more susceptible to alteration by SLS. #18 TYROSINE - An amino acid which can help you attain a deep, dark tan. Some tanning accelerator lotions do contain tyrosine. You can be sure they’ll advertise it if they do - an amino acid that’s essential to melanization (darkening) of the skin. But, melanization is an internal process and spreading lotion on the skin’s surface does nothing to fuel it. Similar logic would have us trying to rub food through our pores to satisfy hunger. (Matarasso) Manufacturer’s claims for the efficacy of tan accelerators remain unproven; a recent, independent study of these products failed to demonstrate any augmentation of tanning. Indeed it is doubtful that sufficient amounts of tyrosine can penetrate to the level of the skin where it could enhance melanin production. (Novick) So what is the right choice? What can we do? Indulge your skin with Mother Nature's first and finest ingredients. SecreSea contains timeless offerings from sea and land, using only the highest quality botanical ingredients, extracts, and essential oils to rejuvenate and purify your skin. Being beautiful is being natural. Just as our bodies use nature's gifts to heal and flourish, our skin is most healthy when we properly balance and strengthen it. The Institute of Food Technologists has released a report on the infant nutraceutical market - food and supplement products that have health benefits such as reducing the incidence of disease. The Institute's report states that the nutraceuticals field is on the verge of "unprecedented influence on public health and disease prevention."  Miracle
Sugars: The Glyconutrient Link to Disease Prevention
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Dr. Douglas Willen - "Today, six out of the top ten causes of death are diet related, and chronic degenerative diseases afflict over 120 million Americans. Miracle Sugars provides valuable information on the recent breakthrough discovery of glyconutrients, which have amazing abilities to maintain and balance your immune system, helping you to achieve optimum health and prevent even the most insidious of today’s killer diseases." There are over 20,000 studies conducted annually on glycoforms alone. Researchers from universities Oxford and John Hopkins and major pharmaceutical companies realize the importance of this new discovery. Studies confirm that the eight essential biologically active sugars can accomplish amazing results. The following are just a few examples of the exciting possibilities of Glyconutrition ( Page 20: Scientific Research Backing Glyconutrition):
Dietary saccharides (healthy sugars) are not only a source of energy, they also serve important structural and functional roles in the human body. Consumption of fresh, unprocessed plant foods, which contain free monosaccharides and polysaccharide fibers, is strongly correlated with numerous health benefits, including protection from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. The health benefits conferred by monosaccharide consumption are gaining increased attention. The benefits of polysaccharide fiber consumption are largely based on the mechanical abilities of fiber to bind toxins, add bulk to feces (which speeds intestinal transit time), influence intestinal nutrient absorption rates (which modulates plasma glucose levels), and bind bile acids (which lowers plasma cholesterol levels). Scientists have recently discovered that our modern diet is missing some very vital nutrients, and surprisingly enough, these missing nutrients are essential fatty acids (ie: omega 3 fatty acids as in flaxseed oil and fish oil) and essential sugars (glyconutriens/saccharides). Now scientists and nutritionists are just beginning to understand that there are essential sugars as well. Eight essential sugar compounds function individually as building blocks to assemble a nearly infinite variety of complex molecules known as glycans or sugar chains. The bad news is that we are only getting two of the eight monosaccharides (glucose and Galactose) in our modern day diets. More and more researchers and informed doctors have concluded that this deficiency is one of the major contributing factors to our declining immune system function and the corresponding dramatic increase in disease. Glyconutrients research field has been in numerous peer reviewed articles and text such as Harper's Biochemistry, Acta-Anotomica (has the latest high tech grad level research in cellular biology - published in Europe), Science Magazine, Positive Health" Magazine, and more. Taking Back Control of Your Health Our journey of discovery into the world of glyco nutrition began in February 2002, when Ginni was in Australia visiting her parents in Tamworth. She found them glowing with health, having lost all the symptoms of the arthritis that had bothered them for years. They told her about the new supplements they were taking, called glyco-nutrients. This was our introduction to a new view of health, healing and "wellness," and today I simply want to summarize what we have found out so far. We now take the glyconutrients every day, and the change in our own health has been amazing. We both are dealing with stress, which previously would have disabled us. We have more energy, and are experiencing "well being" for the first time in many years. We now can ward off the viral illnesses that plague all who live in Hong Kong. By personal experience we have proved that the recovery time for burns and sprained ankles can be shortened dramatically by simply increasing the intake of glyconutrients. Dr Mendoza is not joking when he calls glyco nutrients the Sugars that heal. He is echoing Thomas Edison who said " the doctor of the future will no longer treat the human frame with drugs, but rather will cure and prevent disease with nutrition." Studies confirm that the eight essential biologically active sugars can accomplish amazing results. The following are just a few examples of the exciting possibilities of Glyconutrition:
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Glyconutrients - The Missing Link? (PDF - 3.2Mb) - 5 page article published in "Positive Health" Magazine Feb 2002 (NOTE: you will need acrobat reader on your computer to read that file - It's free to download) Martin Milner, N.D., - "We are finding glyconutrient deficiencies associated with a large range of diseases." Dr John Axford - "Sugars are going to be the molecules of the future. Glycobiology is one of the last frontiers of science to be conquered and is going to be at the cutting edge of a large number of discoveries and therapies over the next decade." Dr Axford is immediate past-President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Section of Clinical Immunology and Allergy. Dr. John Rollins - "Glyconutrients are one of the most important healthcare discoveries of the 21st century." Dr. Rollins is the former Assistant Professor of Microbiology at Howard University’s School of Medicine Dr. M. Schlachter, MD - "The Biggest revolutionary change in the war against disease is represented by Glyconutrients" Harpers Biochemistry, a medical textbook that has been educating healthcare professionals about Glyconutrients and their role in health and healing since 1996. Dr. Douglas Willen - "Complete Glyconutrition provides immune balance, fortification, and maintenance. Glyconutritionals are very unique because they are immune system modulators. This means glyconutrient supplementation can help to correct an overactive immune system (auto-immune diseases), boost an under active immune system (chronic or recurring infections), and keep immune armies in tip-top shape for exceptional disease prevention." Home
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