Chronic infections are one of the most common sources of both clinical and sub-clinical stress. Infections can originate from multiple sources: bacterial, fungal, viral or parasitic. Infections can exist sub clinically for decades. The longer a person has chronic types of infections, the more likely they are to move through varying stages of stressors. Bacterial,
Elevated Cardio C-Reactive Protein is one of the primary markers for heart disease risk factor. In my opinion, Cardio CRP is a much greater risk factor indicator than cholesterol values. C-Reactive Protein will elevate following inflammatory responses. Elevated CRP just like elevated LDL, syndrome X, high homocysteine are thetip of the iceberg. I choose to
Selenium is an extraordinary trace mineral that has a tremendous amount of nutritive value inside of the body. Selenium deficiency has been identified in numerous diseases and serious health issues such as cancer, AIDS, heart disease and hypothyroidism. Selenium is also powerfully protective against toxic, heavy metals, especially mercury. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant and
The body’s ability to produce energy efficiently is the centerpiece of health. Maintaining optimum blood sugar is one of the pillars that makes the body’s simplex of systems run properly. The incidence of de-regulated blood sugar is one of the core issues surrounding many modern diseases. Hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia both result when there is inadequate
The cortisol to DHEA ratio is believed to be so important to your health, that numerous functions in the body are deficient without it. Cortisol and DHEA are both powerful adrenal hormones that have a variety of physiological functions. Cortisol and DHEA are steroid hormones, both synthesized from pregnenelone, the master steroid hormone, which is
GERD also known as Gastro Esophogeal Reflux Disease is defined as acid reflux where the stomach sphincter doesn’t close. This results in undigested food and stomach acid passing into the esophagus. GERD can be a very painful and persistent health condition. Conventional treatments offer symptom control through antacids and in severe cases PPI’s (proton pump
The golden years of a person’s life can and should be filled with an abundance of health. Sadly the ‘Golden Years’ are often one of very ill health for many. Much of the pharmaceutical propaganda is aimed at the aging baby boomer generation, as the lack of real ‘healthcare’ and knowledge about what constitutes true
Many people are physically, mentally and emotionally addicted to coffee. Coffee is a powerful drug that can create dependency, and this is illustrated by the fact that withdrawl from it can create headaches and intense cravings for it. The high amount of caffeine in coffee up-regulates glycolytic enzymes as well as causing the adrenal glands
A glucose tolerance test can tell you a lot about your glycemic control, your ability to metabolize sugars and carbohydrates. Your glycemic control is a BIG part of what makes up your Metabolic Type. A Glucose Tolerance Test involves the administration of 44 grams of glucose (about half of what is used by conventional glucose tests)
Blood tests can provide a lot of important data regarding a person’s health if the tests are interpreted correctly. If you’ve been following my posts regarding blood chemistry over the last few months you should know that conventional approaches to interpreting blood tests are flawed for a number of reasons. However, Functional Blood Chemistry evaluation