The benefits of Acidophilus intake has been known for many, many years but just in the last decade were these microorganisms directly associated with such health issues such as:

Antibiotic Therapy; Taken after a protocol of antibiotics is finished can help restore small intestinal flora and greatly reduce antibiotic induced diarrhea.

Cancer;  Acidophilus can reduce DNA damage in colon cells, thus reducing the risk of colon cancer.

Colds and Flu; Supplements containing both Acidophilus and Bifidobacteria have shown the ability to reduce the cases of cold and flu up to 50%.

Eczema; Both of these Probiotics were found to prevent eczema in infants who were at high risk for allergies.

Elevated Cholesterol; Acidophilus containing yogurt can knock 2 or 3 points of your cholesterol levels.

Enhanced Immunity; By doubling their phagocytic index, subjects in a recent study showed how probiotic intake helps a body fight off disease and parasitic illness.

Infantile Diarrhea; Acidophilus plus rehydration therapy substantially speed up recovery by infants.

Lactose Intolerance: Improved lactose digestion, has been proven in improved symptoms and a decrease of hydrogen in the breath.

Vaginal Candiasis; Acidophilus therapy has been reported to support prevention and treatment of infections.

The benefits of Bifidobacteria intake have, in the last 10 years, have begun to be better known and have  proven to enhance the recovery with Acidophilus in all these instances in the lower colon and to eliminate hyrogen gas and its corresponding flatulence.

The more probiotic research increases, the more strains of these beneficial microorganisms are discovered and the extent they benefit our health. One thing is for certain, our world and our lifestyles can destory this important line of defense.

The finding of this study show that both phlloquinones and menaquinone intake can be associated with reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.

Vitamin K can be found in spinach, kale, and olive oil or as a dietary supplement.

The comprehensive research included 24,340 participants in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition, ages 35-64 with enrollment between 1994 and 1998. All were free of cancer at the time and were followed through 2008. Dietary questions asked throughout the tracking analyzed the intake of Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) and Vitamin K2 (menaquinones).

Those with the highest intake of Vitamin K2 had a 28% lower risk of dying of cancer, but especially Lung and Prostate cancer in men. This was attributed to the fact that the men had cancer sites more directly influenced by Vitamin K2 (lung and prostate) than women. There were no associations found between Vitamin K1 and cancer incidence or mortality, even though K1 is known to be the better in assisting the body in assimilating trace minerals.

Comprehensive formula in support of cholesterol managment

Although many nutrients have been found to effectively manage cholesterol and triglyceride levels, Red Yeast Rice remains the most effective. The fact that it is one of the only natural statins known, and that 85% of the work done on pharmaceutical cholesterol drugs are just synthetic versions of what this fermented nutrient does organically may have much to do with that recognition. RYR contains several compounds collectively known as Monacolins, substances known to inhibit cholesterol synthesis. And because the “synthesis” happens in the Liver, persons taking RYR or a synthetic pharmaceutical version should take preventive steps to protect their Liver by supplementing with Co-enzyme Q-10 (CoQ10) and other nutrients that strengthen the organ from potential damage.
While many people respond to RYR by itself, there is a segment of people who require more comprehensive regimens that combine RYR with nutrients such as; Policosanol, Guggulipids, Chromium, Inulin (from Israeli artichoke), and Taurine. Ask a health professional with a natural health background which is best for you.

The body needs ALA to produce energy. Alpha lipoic acid converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy.It plays a crucial role in the mitochondria, the energy-producing structures in cells. The body actually makes enough ALA for these basic metabolic functions. This compound acts as an antioxidant, however, only where there is an excess of it and it is in the “free” state in the cells. But there is little free ALA circulating in your body,unless you consume supplements or get it injected. Foods contain only tiny amounts of it. What makes ALA special as an antioxidant is its versatilty it helps deactivate an unusually wide array of cell-damaging free radicals in many bodily systems.

Its been over 30 years since Burt Berkson M.D. wrote his his book “The Alpha-Lipoic Acid Breakthrough” and while his position is that injections are the most effective treatment, many have found that 300mg of supplmental ALA each day can be one of the best cost effective preventives available.

While there is accepted science on the mineral’s potential to reduce the incidents of prostate cancer, the recent double blind study involving 400 subjects and a 40% reduction in reoccuring polyps has been met with much debate and skeptisism. One things for sure, there is enough evidence over the last 50 years to suggest that making selenium part of a man’s daily multi-mineral is well justified.

According to a recent case study out of  San Jose, CA, two botanicals; Golden Root (Rhodiola rosea) and Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides), have shown to provide significant protection when taken both internally (ingested: capsule form) and externally (topically: cream). Both have powerful bioactive phytocompounds that have shown an ability to prevent lipid peroxidation caused by UV damage and triggering the production of damaging free radicals, inflammatory reactions, and accelerated skin aging.

The study was conducted via independant lab.  I predict you’ll see these two nutrient providers in more products real soon.

Optimum Multi-Nutrient

As the health care debate raging on, more and more people are coming to the conclusion that prevention is more cost effective than post illness treatment. To that end an entire generation is becoming more and more serious about the daily regimen. One part of that regimen is nutrient supplementation. More than a multi-vitamin, multi-nutrient implies more, much more than just vitamins and minerals. Products like Nutrient Max by Advent Health Sciences were developed specifically for the those for who daily nutritional therapy is serious business for optimal health.