September 2019 Newsletter
Inflammation is something we often hear about…but what exactly is it? Inflammation is a natural, protective response against infection, illness or injury. The body sends white blood cells along with various tiny, little immune response cells (cytokines, mast cells, neutrophils) to an area that is in some type of distress. Blood vessels are also dilated in that same area, which often results in sometimes visible redness and swelling, and palpable HEAT. Redness and swelling are not necessarily always visible. These mechanisms all help the body repair, heal and prevent infection. It is expected that in time healing occurs. However, sometimes the inflammatory response can be extreme and ongoing, persisting in such a way that it can become a vicious cycle of constant inflammation that can then actually inhibit, rather than facilitate healing. Metal left in the body is a typical example of something that can trigger an inflammatory response. Inside that area of the body, there might be a fever, possibly constant, or maybe only at certain times of the day.
Inflammatory markers in the blood are called “C-Reactive proteins” – homocysteine, TNF Alpha & Il-6. “It has been hypothesized that a stagnant inflammatory situation stimulates the body to send stem cells there – these polypotent cells sometimes screw up – they think they are there to become bone, muscle or new blood vessel cells (or something that would be reparative) but they kick into a cancer cell instead. They rapidly multiply and divide and make into a tumor. Since their origin is YOU, your body doesn’t see these cells as ‘foreign’ and so it won’t attack it like it would, say a germ. Apoptosis also doesn’t happen like it should. Apoptosis is a ‘self-destruct’ protective mechanism for aberrant cells.”
When inflammation is present, there is usually is some pain to go along with it. One of the most common and possible causes of joint pain is repetitive movements. Repetitive use and movement means doing the same movement over and over again until a subtle injury and symptom develops, like carpal tunnel syndrome for people working with computers all day, or shin splints in runners. Other contributing factors and causes include: heavy lifting, skeletal defects, age related changes in the repair mechanisms of the collagen matrix, obesity (this can cause joint pain, it’s like carrying a heavy back pack all the time), living in a cold climate, atmospheric pressure changes, food allergies, alcohol, leguminous foods, carbohydrates, gluten, highly acidic foods, highly processed foods, sugar, nightshade vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant), high consumption of animal products (high protein diets), nutritional deficiencies of calcium, magnesium, manganese, protein, essential fatty acids, low grade infections (dental too) autoimmune disease, hormonal changes, (especially for females), a build-up of toxicity (maybe the kidneys or liver not working well) and dehydration
Long side note on coffee (acid foods include coffee – the number of cups is directly correlated proportionally to the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Four or more doubles the risk of this compared to NO coffee. Ten cups or more gives a fifteen times increase in the risk compared to no coffee. Is decaf better? No, coffee without caffeine still increases the risk of RA factor (rheumatoid factor). Sometimes the predicament some coffee users have includes other factors like smoking, poor eating habits and alcohol consumption. How it was brewed does make a difference. Herbal beverages made with licorice, ginseng, ginger, menthol, camphor, and peperomia are anti-inflammatory.
There is an anti-inflammation diet which basically includes organic whole grains, oatmeal, brown rice, high-fiber greens, salmon, tuna, sardines, mackerel, and anchovies. The main anti-inflammation herbs are curry, garlic, curcumin/turmeric, and ginger. There are several joint pain products out there that claim to reduce inflammation. I will focus on four that are commonly advertised. These are nutritional supplements, not “pain relievers”. However, they do claim to heal and provide nutrition to cause of the pain of inflammation to go away.
OLA - $99/month
Glucosamine sulfate
MSM, Hyaluronic acid
Alpha Lipoic acid
Rhodiola Rosea
Grapeseed extract
Gotu Kola
Flexoplex - $39.95/month
Glucosamine/Chondroitin
MSM
Sodium hyaluronate
Cat’s claw
Rutin
Boswellia serrata
Bromelainm
Trypsin
Boron
Magnesium stearate
Instaflex - $139.98/month
Glucosamine
MSM
Hyaluronic acid
Turmeric/curcumin
Cayenne
White willow bark
Ginger root
Relief Factor - $79.95/month
Omega 3 EPA, DHA
Resveratrol
Icarin
Turmeric/curcumin
There are four unique ingredients in OLA. Celadrin halts the cascade of inflammation in its tracks, and rapidly eliminates joint pain while it builds collagen in joints and also reverses the appearance of wrinkles. Rhodiola is an herb that strengthens the nervous system. It helps fight depression, enhances immunity, improves memory function, and increases energy levels. Grapeseed extract stops free radical damage which has been associated with nearly every chronic degenerative disease - including cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, hypercholesterolemia, and even cancer.
Alpha Lipoic acid is able to work with both fat and water soluble environments in the body. It stops free-radical damage and also recycles other antioxidants like vitamin C, Coenzyme Q-10, and helps regulate glucose metabolism.
I have started to carry the OLA product because I know it works. I had my secretary try it. She has had multiple spine surgeries with metal implants. She has said that she is always in some pain, and says it worked. Pain is relieved not only for her spine but also from arthritis. She did have some advice on how to use it, feel free to ask her next time you visit the clinic. I also am going to start selling a skin lotion called Supreme Skin Healing Serum. The supplier said to tell teenagers it heals acne.
Inflammation is something we often hear about…but what exactly is it? Inflammation is a natural, protective response against infection, illness or injury. The body sends white blood cells along with various tiny, little immune response cells (cytokines, mast cells, neutrophils) to an area that is in some type of distress. Blood vessels are also dilated in that same area, which often results in sometimes visible redness and swelling, and palpable HEAT. Redness and swelling are not necessarily always visible. These mechanisms all help the body repair, heal and prevent infection. It is expected that in time healing occurs. However, sometimes the inflammatory response can be extreme and ongoing, persisting in such a way that it can become a vicious cycle of constant inflammation that can then actually inhibit, rather than facilitate healing. Metal left in the body is a typical example of something that can trigger an inflammatory response. Inside that area of the body, there might be a fever, possibly constant, or maybe only at certain times of the day.
Inflammatory markers in the blood are called “C-Reactive proteins” – homocysteine, TNF Alpha & Il-6. “It has been hypothesized that a stagnant inflammatory situation stimulates the body to send stem cells there – these polypotent cells sometimes screw up – they think they are there to become bone, muscle or new blood vessel cells (or something that would be reparative) but they kick into a cancer cell instead. They rapidly multiply and divide and make into a tumor. Since their origin is YOU, your body doesn’t see these cells as ‘foreign’ and so it won’t attack it like it would, say a germ. Apoptosis also doesn’t happen like it should. Apoptosis is a ‘self-destruct’ protective mechanism for aberrant cells.”
When inflammation is present, there is usually is some pain to go along with it. One of the most common and possible causes of joint pain is repetitive movements. Repetitive use and movement means doing the same movement over and over again until a subtle injury and symptom develops, like carpal tunnel syndrome for people working with computers all day, or shin splints in runners. Other contributing factors and causes include: heavy lifting, skeletal defects, age related changes in the repair mechanisms of the collagen matrix, obesity (this can cause joint pain, it’s like carrying a heavy back pack all the time), living in a cold climate, atmospheric pressure changes, food allergies, alcohol, leguminous foods, carbohydrates, gluten, highly acidic foods, highly processed foods, sugar, nightshade vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant), high consumption of animal products (high protein diets), nutritional deficiencies of calcium, magnesium, manganese, protein, essential fatty acids, low grade infections (dental too) autoimmune disease, hormonal changes, (especially for females), a build-up of toxicity (maybe the kidneys or liver not working well) and dehydration
Long side note on coffee (acid foods include coffee – the number of cups is directly correlated proportionally to the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Four or more doubles the risk of this compared to NO coffee. Ten cups or more gives a fifteen times increase in the risk compared to no coffee. Is decaf better? No, coffee without caffeine still increases the risk of RA factor (rheumatoid factor). Sometimes the predicament some coffee users have includes other factors like smoking, poor eating habits and alcohol consumption. How it was brewed does make a difference. Herbal beverages made with licorice, ginseng, ginger, menthol, camphor, and peperomia are anti-inflammatory.
There is an anti-inflammation diet which basically includes organic whole grains, oatmeal, brown rice, high-fiber greens, salmon, tuna, sardines, mackerel, and anchovies. The main anti-inflammation herbs are curry, garlic, curcumin/turmeric, and ginger. There are several joint pain products out there that claim to reduce inflammation. I will focus on four that are commonly advertised. These are nutritional supplements, not “pain relievers”. However, they do claim to heal and provide nutrition to cause of the pain of inflammation to go away.
OLA - $99/month
Glucosamine sulfate
MSM, Hyaluronic acid
Alpha Lipoic acid
Rhodiola Rosea
Grapeseed extract
Gotu Kola
Flexoplex - $39.95/month
Glucosamine/Chondroitin
MSM
Sodium hyaluronate
Cat’s claw
Rutin
Boswellia serrata
Bromelainm
Trypsin
Boron
Magnesium stearate
Instaflex - $139.98/month
Glucosamine
MSM
Hyaluronic acid
Turmeric/curcumin
Cayenne
White willow bark
Ginger root
Relief Factor - $79.95/month
Omega 3 EPA, DHA
Resveratrol
Icarin
Turmeric/curcumin
There are four unique ingredients in OLA. Celadrin halts the cascade of inflammation in its tracks, and rapidly eliminates joint pain while it builds collagen in joints and also reverses the appearance of wrinkles. Rhodiola is an herb that strengthens the nervous system. It helps fight depression, enhances immunity, improves memory function, and increases energy levels. Grapeseed extract stops free radical damage which has been associated with nearly every chronic degenerative disease - including cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, hypercholesterolemia, and even cancer.
Alpha Lipoic acid is able to work with both fat and water soluble environments in the body. It stops free-radical damage and also recycles other antioxidants like vitamin C, Coenzyme Q-10, and helps regulate glucose metabolism.
I have started to carry the OLA product because I know it works. I had my secretary try it. She has had multiple spine surgeries with metal implants. She has said that she is always in some pain, and says it worked. Pain is relieved not only for her spine but also from arthritis. She did have some advice on how to use it, feel free to ask her next time you visit the clinic. I also am going to start selling a skin lotion called Supreme Skin Healing Serum. The supplier said to tell teenagers it heals acne.