“I don’t think we should be taking food from whales.” Charlene Charlene, No one is taking food from whales. Where did you get your information? Almost all if not all supplemental astaxanthin is derived from natural sources, such as the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis (see below) or the pink yeast Xanthophyllomyces dendrorhous. ASTAXANTHIN, a member of…
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Normocellular bone marrow with progressive trilineage hematopoiesis
Dr. Ettinger Do you have any feedback from any of the patients trying MM? Secondly – a follow up to that blood work of my dads – he had a bone marrow test and turns out he has the following condition: “Normocellular bone marrow with progressive trilineage hematopoiesis, erythroid hyperplasia, and no significant immunophenotypic abnormalities.…
What is Krill Oil and What are the Benefits of Krill Oil?
What is Krill Oil? Krill are tiny crustaceans that live in the cold, pristine waters of the Antarctic Ocean. Antarctic Krill are so plentiful that they are thought to be one of the most abundant animal species on earth, and are harvested as a renewable resource. Because their habitat is so remote, deep and cold,…
Antioxidant Nutrients and Atopic Dermatitis in Children
Source: European Journal of Clinical Nutrition Eczema is a chronic skin condition, characterized by dry, red, flaky patches of skin. Eczema appears most commonly on the face, neck, elbows, wrists, knees, behind the ears, and on the scalp. During acute episodes, the patches become oozing, inflamed, and itchy. There are currently two recognized classifications of…
Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) may help protect the lungs
Long-term, regular use of vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) supplements (600 IU”s per day) appears to reduce by 10% the risk of chronic obstructive lung disease or COPD in women, according to a new study.
Another MLM – When Will the Madness End?
Question: Hello Dr. Ettinger, I have used the California Academy of Health Products for many years. I love them and will continue using them. However, my question is about another company’s products. Have you heard of Rain Nutrition? They are selling products called Soul (antioxidant liquid) and Pure (probiotics with some special patented coating). I…
Powerful anti-aging effects with resveratrol; it’s more than just the "French Paradox"
Many research studies have validated the fact that one of the most powerful ways to extend life is to reduce food intake (calories) while still maintaining nutritional needs. Organisms ranging from yeast to mammals experience a much longer and healthier life if they consume just two-thirds of the calories they normally eat. Experiments with rodents, for instance, have increased life span by 50% through dietary caloric restrictions.
Does CAOH have a Substitute for Flomax?
I KNOW THAT CAOH HAS SOMETHING BETTER THAN FLOMAX FOR ENLARGED PROSTATE…… Dale, We actually don’t have a prostate specific formula. Vitamin, Mineral and Antioxidant deficiencies are at the root of BPH. We do make a fantastic all around daily formula called Liquid Power. When combined with our Ultra Supreme Greens and Vitamin E, you have…
ORAC value of Absolute Acai
Question: Hello, I am wondering what is the ORAC value of your Absolute Acai Freeze-Dried Acai Powder? Your Web site mentions that “It has been found that freeze-dried acai has the highest antioxidant activity (ORAC value), maintaining the nutrient profile of the freshly harvested fruit” but does not give the actual ORAC value. Thank you,…
Fruit & vegetable antioxidant profile increases with time
10/12/2007 – The antioxidant capacity of fresh fruit and vegetables does not decrease during storage, and the polyphenol content even increases, suggests new research. According to Belgian researchers from the University of Liege, storing selected fruit and vegetables at room temperature or under refrigeration did not result in any loss of phenolic compounds, ascorbic acid…