PART 4

Instead, they quote the ability of their medication
to lower cholesterol levels. Researchers also have
shown that curcumin prevents other problems
common with atherosclerosis, such as smooth
muscle proliferation, activation of the inflammatory
COX and LOX enzymes, and a buildup of
inflammatory immune cytokines. For example, a
recent study found that curcumin reduces the release
of inflammatory cytokines.4 Another found that
curcumin dramatically lowered TNF-alpha levels
from macrophages, the main immune regulator cell.5
What all this means is that curcumin powerfully
reduces inflammation, immune overactivation, and
smooth muscle overgrowth, all things responsible for
the lesions causing heart attacks and strokes.
Resveratrol, like curcumin, also reduces the
immune attack within the vessels. The following also
improve insulin function:
• Curcumin
• Quercetin
• Hesperidin
• Ellagic acid
Quercetin also inhibits smooth muscle
proliferation in arteries and has been shown
in experimental studies to dramatically reduce
atherosclerosis.
Hesperidin has been shown to play a major
role in correcting insulin resistance. In addition, it
strengthens blood vessels, reduces inflammation,
and prevents blood clots, which is a major cause of
sudden coronary artery blockage.
Grapefruits and oranges are high in hesperidin,
and it also can be purchased as a supplement.
As I stated in the last two newsletters, your diet is
the foundation of your nutritional health.
This is also true in preventing heart attacks and
strokes. A high intake of omega-6 fats, trans fats,
and red meats greatly increases your risk.
Omega-3 oils, such as DHA with some EPA,
significantly reduce your risk of developing
cardiovascular disease.
Drinking fluoridated water also increases risk,
because it contains high levels of fluoroaluminum, a
powerful poison.
Take Time for Tea
Tea, both white and green, has proved to
be another important nutraceutical for
preventing strokes.
DR.B.

[margypops]

Oh crumbs going to cost me a fortune at the health food store... I heard recently that Black tea is also good for us, are all the bottled waters fluoridated?

[deepdiver]

Marg, I installed a filter in my kitchen that also removes fluoride

[margypops]

Okay I have been drinking bottled water the one that says spring water,so a filter would be good, was it easy to install?

[deepdiver]

easy for me!  I have the under mount filter system. you can install the counter top
system. this is the link
http://www.filtersfast.com/Aquasana-AQ-4000-Countertop-filter.asp