In The News June 30, 2006 is a day that will be long remembered as a dark milestone in the history of FDA and its campaign against health consumers. On June 30, an FDA “Final Rule” goes into effect, establishing a regulatory power grab of such scale and scope that it attempts to bypass all…
Noni Juice and a Heart Stint
Q: I HAVE RECENTLY HAD A HEART STINT PUT IN AT THE HOSPITAL. I HAVE BEEN DRINKING NONI JUICE FOR ABOUT A YEAR. I REALLY THINK THAT IT HAS HELPED ME IN MANY WAYS AS MY HEALTH GOES. I CAN FIND NO ONE THAT KNOWS IF IT IS OK FOR ME TO CONTINUE DRINKING NONI…
Summertime Shape-up (fat-loss) Program
Dr. Marcus Ettinger’s Golden Rules for Everyday Eating Marcus Stewart Ettinger DC, BSc. Chief Science Officer (CSO) California Academy of Health Copyright © June 22, 2006, By Dr. Marcus Ettinger and California Academy of Health, Inc. Eat six small meals per day.* Have protein with each meal. Only eat Low Glycemic Index** carbohydrates with protein.…
Is FreeLife Goji Juice the best?
Q: Why does Dr. Mindell say his is the best and the only true Goji juice? Thanks, Angie A: Dear Angie, Because it’s advertising! We say and feel ours is the best and if you had your own brand you would probably say yours was the best too. The facts are, our goji juice has…
Goji Juice and Insulin Dependent Diabetes
Q: How will Goji juice effect an insulin dependent person? Thanks, Angie A: Dear Angie, Goji juice has a mild-moderate glycemic index rating and as such may possibly raise your blood glucose levels, although there are a few studies that have shown goji being beneficial for diabetics. Two reports I’ve read indicate that goji possesses…
Noni and the Prostate
Q: How does the noni juice stack up with the anti-oxidants in the muscadine grape and does this have any affect on the prostrate. A: Dear Linwood, Muscadine Grape Seed Extract is a potent antioxidant that has a concentrated source of oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC’s). These anti-oxidants help protect cells from free radical damage and can…
ADHD – Testimonial
To Whom It May Concern: I’m the mother of a six-year-old boy named Christopher, who has a history of hyperactivity and behavioral problems. Christopher is normally a sweet and loving child, but frequently throws tantrums in which he becomes so frustrated and angry that he starts kicking, hitting, biting, clawing, and screaming. These tantrums have…
Staying Young
Q: Do I need to stop taking supplements after taking it for a few months? And then resume after a month or so? Any side effects? Francis A: Dear Francis, This is one of my favorite supplements available on the market today and can be taking for extended periods without building up a tolerance. Here’s…
Goji or Mangosteen for the Heart and Arthritis?
Q: Have there been reports of help with atrial fibrillation, cardiomyopathy, or pulmonary hypertension? I appreciate all the details of ingredients on your website. Also, anything on results with rheumatoid arthritis? I’m investigating Mangosteen and/or Goji for these conditions. I’ve read mangosteen can prevent atherosclerosis, but am wondering if can help with a-fib, cardiomyopathy and…
Goji and Adult Onset Diabetes
Q: Ok, here is a specific question. Stated in the literature of Goji, it says that is can be beneficial for people with the onset of diabetes. Will it lower blood sugar in someone who has had diabetes for a while and is taking medication? And what are the long term benefits? This information is…