Pesticides Related to Vitamin D Levels
A recently published study indicates that low-dose organochlorine pesticide exposure is associated with low serum concentration of vitamin D in humans. Previous animal and field studies suggest that chemicals such as organochlorine pesticides that are lipophilic (lipid-loving) and deposit in the fat tissue may influence levels of vitamin D, which is also fat-soluble. The subjects ...
Seasonal Allergies
Millions of people suffer year around from environmental allergens, yet there is a definitive surge during the spring and summer seasons. According to the scientific research, there has been a strong and growing prevalence of allergic rhinitis over the last couple of decades. I can also attest to this increased prevalence by the number of ...
Solamar Intensive
An old doctor once said to me “disease starts on the plate”, however today world is much more complicated. Chemical laden drinking water, toxic farming practices, medical side effects and environmental insults have spun a perfect storm for the chronically ill. The toxic cabal is advancing so fast that conventional treatment methods cannot compete. Patchworks ...
The Damaging Effects of Low Cholesterol
Despite all of the negative reports regarding cholesterol, this life-sustaining lipid is essential for several important functions required for optimal health. Cholesterol is a vitally important component of cellular membranes; serves as a precursor molecule for the synthesis of steroid hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids; and plays a role in nerve conduction, brain function, ...
LDL Oxidation: The Smoking Gun Behind Heart Disease?
Cholesterol, which is known to be associated with the formation of atherosclerosis and plaque in arteries, isactually an important component of the structure of our cells1 and even contributes to the formation of many hormones in the body. While it is clear that cholesterol provides a critical component to many tissues, high cholesterol’s link to ...