Torneio: ABERTO DE SÃO PAULO 2010 - Cidade: SÃO PAULO, SP, BRASIL - Local: PARQUE VILLA-LOBOS - Fase: FINAL - Jogo: 6 RICARDO MELLO (BRA) vs 3 EDUARDO SCHWANK (ARG) - Data: 10/JANEIRO/2010 - PARTE 3 DE 7
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วันพุธที่ 31 มีนาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Statins Destroy CoQ10
Coenzyme Q10, also known as ubiquinone, is a critical enzyme found in every cell of our bodies. It serves as a catalyst for several key steps in the production of cellular energy, and in particular, plays an important role in cellular ATP production. As would be expected, CoQ10 is highly concentrated in nerve cells and heart muscle cells, both high energy users.
Every cell in our body has a "power producing" organ called a mitochondria. The mitochondria in each cell produce ATP, a substance used as energy for cellular and body processes. Without CoQ10, the cell mitochondria cannot function and as a result, very little energy is produced. The end result of a deficiency of CoQ10 is a completely debilitating weakness and inability to physically complete even the easiest of tasks.
Statin drugs deplete CoQ10 in the body because they interrupt the metabolic pathway leading to the production of cholesterol and CoQ10. The effects of this interference can result in severe and permanent damage to the body's natural energy systems.
Statins deplete both cellular and blood concentrations of CoQ10, with higher doses depleting this critical substance at higher rates. The results are certainly a threat to good health and in some cases, a threat to one's life.
A severe lack of CoQ10 can result in congestive heart failure as the heart cells lack the energy they need to function. Other side effects of statins include, but are not limited to, severe muscle pain and weakness, muscle cell death leading to kidney damage and failure, problems with body temperature regulation, cognition and memory issues, personality changes, polyneuropathy, a condition in which the nerves in the extremities become inflamed and painful, and in some cases, death. Baycol, a statin introduced in January 1998, caused the death of 60 people worldwide over the two years it was on the market.
Duane Graveline, the author of Lipitor, Thief of Memory, has a forum where people who have been damaged by statin drugs talk about their experience.
Many of these unfortunate people discuss being diagnosed with Mitochondrial Myopathy after taking a statin drug. Mitochondrial Myopathy is a neuromuscular diseases caused by damage to the mitochondria. Nerve cells in the brain and muscles require a great deal of energy, and thus appear to be particularly damaged when mitochondrial damage occurs. The symptoms of Mitochondrial Myopathy include muscle weakness or exercise intolerance, heart failure or rhythm disturbances, dementia, seizures and other health issues. As would be expected, these symptoms are very similar to the side effects of statin interference in the metabolic pathway which produces CoQ10.
Ironically, statin drugs are prescribed to patients to address elevated cholesterol, a condition that is not life threatening, and which is in fact, life supporting. All of the pain and suffering caused by these dangerous drugs is unnecessary and tragic. The FDA has thousands of complaints on file, but has yet to take action to protect the American public.
วันอังคารที่ 30 มีนาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Supplements That Help Fibromyalgia
Although the causes of pain due to Fibromyalgia have not been discovered -- there are many different natural supplements to treat the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. One need not suffer and endure the symptoms that this chronic condition brings.
Chronic pain in different points in our muscular and skeletal system are the general symptoms of this condition and needs to be quickly alleviated to live a comfortable, productive life. There are many ways to treat the undesirable symptoms of this illness - and the good news is that they are natural, healthy treatments.
Let me describe the different natural supplements that treat the symptoms of Fibromyalgia:
Same or S-adenosylmethionine is a nutritional supplement that, if taken regularly, helps fight depression, liver disease and osteoarthritis. It is increasingly being used for its therapeutic benefits in dietary supplements. In a study tested on 44 people with fibromyalgia, SAMe was shown to cause improvement in pain symptoms, stiffness and moods. What is interesting about SAMe is that we already have it naturally in our bodies. It helps our immune system function properly and maintains cell membranes among other numerous benefits.
Magnesium
One of the many problems of individuals with fibromyalgia is magnesium deficiency. Because magnesium has several bodily uses, not having enough of it is a problem. Some of the problems that may occur are soft bones and poor metabolic functions. Magnesium is the prime mineral that activates approximately 350 different enzymes that help the glycolytic and krebs cycles convert the fat and sugar we take in into ATP (Adenosine Tryphospate). ATP is the main nucleotide that is the mode of transportation of energy within cells for purposes of metabolism. By itself, Magnesium has been proven effective in diminishing muscle complaints.
5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
5-HTP is instrumental in mitigating the symptoms of fibromyalgia. A naturally occurring amino acid, it aids in sleep, helps in depression and in suppressing one's appetite. All the discomfort and pain caused by fibromyalgia is treatable by 5-HTP.
Melatonin
Of all the sleep aids available, melatonin is one of the most popular,. Melatonin is naturally moccurring hormone that is secreted by the pineal gland, and has been commonly used as a sleep aid and to balance sleep cycles. It is popularly used as a health supplement to regulate sleep and wake cycles. Our "body clock" regulates our sleep and wake cycle partly be controlling the production of this hormone. Melatonin, when taken at bedtime improves tender point count, eases pain due to fibromyalgia and gives you better sleep.
Malic Acid
Have you ever wondered why you feel so refreshed when you bite into an apple? Malic acid, which is found in all fruits, is the source of this sour, refreshing taste. It is smooth, consistent and mildly sour and is mixed with various food elements to produce a refreshing and pleasant taste experience. It reduces the fatigue and pain caused by fibromyalgia.
Ascorbigen
When you cook cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, horseradish, cauliflower or cabbage) , Ascorbigen, a common medicinal compound is released. Ascorbigen helps in alleviating pain and reduces physical impairment.
Anatrin
Anatrin is a natural health supplement that contains nutrients that increases energy, reduces pain and inflammation, gives you a better mood and diminishes fatigue. It replaces the important nutrients that you lose because of physical and psychological stress. It contains magnesium, ascorbigen and broccoli powder, rhodiola rosea extract, ginger root extract, 5-HTP, melatonin and malic acid.
With these natural supplements, you are well on your way to managing the troublesome symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Be healthy, free and agile and live life as actively as you desire.
Caffeine Pills
When you consider that pretty much every soft drink on the market has caffeine; that coffee shops can be found in nearly every neighborhood in America, and chocolate is the number one selling candy in the world you might just find yourself asking this question: Who exactly is taking caffeine pills and why are they taking them?
To which you might also want to add these questions: Do they really do any good and is there any real danger in taking them?
First, we'll look at who is taking caffeine pills. The answer, as you might expect, includes college students and shift workers who need to be alert through the night. Most college students could probably get by without the need for energy boosting medication if they would just get their schoolwork done before partying, but, well, priorities are priorities, after all. Seriously, though, many students are carrying heavy class loads along with jobs to help them pay for their education. Those all-night cram sessions and last-minute research papers can be very tiring, so it's probably not surprising they turn to caffeine. Better caffeine than other amphetamines. And those working graveyard shifts and other long hours use pills to keep them going.
So why get caffeine in pill form instead of drinking some coffee or a soda? That's a more difficult question and the answer can vary. When it comes to late shift workers, often they don't have access to beverages except during breaks. For college students working desperately to beat a deadline, even that few minute it takes to make a cup of coffee or go down the hall to the vending machine may be too much of a risk. Far more likely as an explanation for the popularity of caffeine pills is that they are easily accessible, relatively cheap and don't require brewing time or refrigeration. It is also possible that users of caffeine tablets think they work faster and stronger than caffeine diffused in liquid. There is no evidence to support that belief, however.
Do caffeine pills work? Depends on what you mean. One tablet of a typical caffeine pill is generally the equivalent of anywhere from one to four cups of coffee. If four cups of coffee gives you trouble sleeping, then you would probably benefit if you need to stay up and get something done. On the other hand, if four cups of coffee barely affect you, then the pills will probably go in and out of your system hardly even noticed. Yes, they do work. But no more so than their beverage-based equivalent.
Are they bad for you? Yes, but only if you overdo it; just as drinking a pot of coffee or a six pack of 20oz soft drinks could be bad for you. Among the side effects you could possibly experience are nervousness, anxiety, or restlessness; stomach cramps, increased heart rate, or chest pain; headache, or even seizures.
There is one medical problem specific to caffeine pills that aren't normally a problem with caffeine consumption through other means. Caffeine overdose can be fatal, but in order for that to happen by drinking coffee, a person would literally have to drink over 100 cups within a short period of time. While that is technically feasible, it's almost impossible to actually do. On the other hand, swallowing the equivalent amount in pill form is very possible and has, unfortunately, been done.
Caffeine is not a good substitute for sleep, no matter what form it comes in. While using caffeine pills to grant you a few extra hours of alertness is certainly not a major problem, depending on these pills for energy can be. Like any other drug, caffeine's positive effects work best when used in moderation. The temptation with caffeine pills is to pop them at the first sign of tiredness. That route will only lead to an increased need as well as increased dosage.
วันจันทร์ที่ 29 มีนาคม พ.ศ. 2553
A Review of the Body's Energy Systems for Fitness and Athletics
I've been talking a lot lately about using the right form of energy system work (cardio) to get in peak condition for your chosen exercise activity. For example, one of the dumbest things I see in sports training is football coaches sending their linemen on 1-3 mile runs, and timing them! As far as their sport conditioning goes, that's pointless to the point of counterproductive. Since I've been harping on it I thought I'd give a quick overview of the body's four energy systems, the fuels used, and give an example.
The Creatine-Phosphate System (C-P System): The Creatine-Phosphate System, sometimes called the Phosphagen System is the body's fastest form of energy. It provides energy for extremely intense, short-term activities like heavy resistance training and sprinting that last around 10 seconds or less.
The C-P system utilizes stored creatine phosphate in the muscle to regenerate ATP (the actual energy of the body). Since only a small amount of creatine phosphate can be stored by the muscle this is a fast but very limited system. The body regenerates creatine phosphate but the process takes time. This is why an athlete can't maintain their top speed for any more than a few seconds.
Fast, heavy lifting, short sprints, and any short stressful activity under 6 seconds or so are the best methods of training the C-P system.
Fast Glycolysis: Glycolysis is the process by which the body breaks down carbohydrate (sugar) for energy. This can be done in the muscle by breaking the carbohydrate down into pyruvate or lactic acid. During the course of this conversion some ATP is regenerated and utilized for energy. Oxygen is not required for lactic acid to be created and so this process is sometimes called anaerobic glycolysis. Since the production of some ATP and lactic acid is a fairly fast process this system is used for short duration activity as well.
Fast glycolysis is utilized during longer strength training sets and high intensity activities lasting longer from 6 seconds to about two minutes. Mid-range sprints and fast strength movements can train this system. Most American football players utilize the C-P system and fast glycolysis to provide the energy they need during play.
Slow Glycolysis: When oxygen is available glycolysis operates a little differently. During slow glycolysis (sometimes called aerobic glycolysis) the end result of the breakdown of carbohydrate is some ATP and pyruvate as opposed to lactic acid. The pyruvate is then passed on to the Krebs Cycle (the body's main power plant) in the cell's mitochondria where it can be further broken down to create more energy. As such slow glycolysis is much more efficient than the C-P system or fast glycolysis in that it nets much more ATP per molecule of sugar used. However, it's a much slower system, trading speed for efficiency.
Slow glycolysis is trained with exercise lasting longer than two minutes but is still fairly intense. Short, fast runs and sets lasting longer than two minutes are the best ways to train slow glycolysis. The development of the fast and slow oxidative system is the most important for most fitness goals. Most athletic activities rely on a combination of the two and they are also among the most effective training protocols for body fat loss.
The Oxidative System: The oxidative system consists of slow glycolysis, covered above, and beta-oxidation. Beta-oxidation is the series of reactions by which free fatty acids are broken down in the presence of oxygen. This results in acetyl CoA and hydrogen atoms. The acetyl CoA is sent directly to the Krebs cycle and the hydrogen is sent to the electron transport chain to squeeze out a few more ATP. This is by far the most efficient energy system in net ATP created, but also the slowest.
Beta-oxidation is the energy system primarily used by the body to create energy while at rest or during very low intensity exercise like long, slow running, cycling, or walking. Most long distance runners have developed a very refined oxidative system.
With a solid understanding of how your body works it becomes much easier to develop an efficient and effective exercise training program. By identifying and targeting the right fitness qualities you'll cut down on your wasted time in the gym and increase your training results.
Elderberry - Uses and Side Effects
Elder flowers and berries have been used in traditional medicine and as flavorings for centuries. In folk medicine, the flowers have been used for their diuretic and laxative properties and as an astringent. Various parts of the elder have been used to treat cancer and a host of other unrelated disorders. Elderberry is available as an aqueous solution, berries, extract, flowers, oil, and wine.
Reported uses
Elderberry extracts are used to treat asthma, bronchitis, cough, epilepsy, fever, fungal infections, gout, headache, hepatic dysfunction, neuralgia, rheumatic diseases, and toothache. They are also used as diuretics, insect repellents, and laxatives.
Native Americans used tea made from elderberry flowers to treat respiratory infections. They also used the leaves and flowers in poultices applied to wounds, and the bark, suitably aged, as a laxative. The berries are frequently made into beverages, pies, and preserves, but they have also been used to treat arthritis.
Administration
Infusion (add 3 to 4 g of elderberry flowers to 5 oz of simmering water): 1 to 2 cups by mouth several times daily
Elderberry juice-containing syrup: Adults, 4 tablespoons daily for three days; children, 2 tablespoons daily for three days.
Hazards
Adverse reactions associated with elderberry include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. There are no known interactions with elderberry.
Pregnant and breast-feeding patients should avoid use.
Safety Risk Elderberry has been associated with cyanide-like poisoning. Patients should avoid consumption of berries from the dwarf elder (S.ebulus) because it can contain an especially high content of cyanide-like compounds.
Clinical considerations
Don't confuse elderberry with American elder (Sambucus canadensis).
Leaves and stems shouldn't be crushed when making elderberry juice because of potential for cyanide toxicity.
Elderberry may interfere with the intended therapeutic effect of conventional drugs.
Elderberry (especially S. ebulus) can cause cyanide-like poisoning characterized by diarrhea, vomiting, vertigo, numbness, and stupor-particularly if uncooked portions are consumed. It can also cause toxic reaction in children if they use elderberry stems for peashooters.
Uncooked elderberries are more likely to cause nausea.
Monitor patients for nausea and vomiting.
Warn patient not to treat symptoms of asthma, infection, or hepatic disease with elderberry before seeking appropriate medical evaluation because doing so may delay diagnosis of a potentially serious medical condition.
Inform patient of the toxic potential of certain varieties of elderberry.
Advise patient to keep this and other herbal products out of children's reach.
Tell patient to remind pharmacist of any herbal or dietary supplement that he's taking when obtaining a new prescription.
Advise patient to consult his health care provider before using an herbal preparation because a treatment with proven efficacy may be available.
Research summary
The concepts behind the use of elderberry and the claims made regarding its effects haven't yet been validated scientifically.
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