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How To Choose Enzyme Supplements

Posted by Geoff Beaty on 12 August 2021
How To Choose Enzyme Supplements
One of the first things to consider is the bioavailability of oral enzyme formulas. One issue that can cause problems for oral enzymes is the acidity of the stomach. Enzymes are sensitive to pH levels, and so the formula needs to have a good enteric coating. It seems that plant-based enzymes can withstand a larger pH range than animal-based enzymes. The broader the pH range the enzyme can handle, the better. The reason this is important is that you want to get the enzymes all the way ...
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Bone Health After Cancer

Posted by Geoff Beaty on 7 August 2021
Bone Health After Cancer
Women who have premature (early) menopause or decreased oestrogen production due to cancer therapy (i.e. women taking hormonal therapy, such as aromatase inhibitors or leuprolide, or menopause induced by surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation) are at the higher risk of osteoporosis. Of note, tamoxifen increases the risk of osteoporosis in premenopausal women, but can actually increase bone density in menopausal women, thereby decreasing the chance of osteoporosis. Treatment with some chemo...
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No magnesium, no mojo, no energy.

Posted by Geoff Beaty on 31 July 2021
No magnesium, no mojo, no energy.
It's a fact of life for cancer patients and cancer survivors and most of us living modern life. Yet I will bet you didn't know that Magnesium is depleted with stress and that at least 30% of us don't get enough of this critical mineral to replenish what's lost. If your magnesium is low, you feel tired because this vital mineral is need by every single cell in your body and is required to run the engine of your cells. No magnesium, no mojo, no energy. Women need almost twic...
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The Beneficial Effects of Coenzyme Q10

Posted by Geoff Beaty on 16 July 2021
The Beneficial Effects of Coenzyme Q10
More recent studies have not only documented clinical improvements, but also have identified probable mechanisms by which CoQ10 may help slow tumour growth. Some of these mechanisms include immune augmentation, suppression of vascular endothelial growth factor (that facilitates tumor angiogenesis), and reduction of inflammatory markers that may facilitate cancer cell propagation. Melanoma and breast cancer are two types of malignancies for which CoQ10 has demonstrated substantial clinic...
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Digestion during Cancer Treatments

Posted by Geoff Beaty on 10 July 2021
Digestion during Cancer Treatments
Our digestive system can be impacted by many factors including: Chemotherapy drugs Overeating Gastrointestinal health conditions Side effects of pharmaceuticals Other health conditions influencing gut health Preservatives and additives present in food Incorrect preparation of food alongside microbes present in food The constant presence of the above means that our detoxification pathways need to be working at their best all the time. Detoxification specifically means the combi...
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Cod Liver Oil and Fermented Cod Liver Oil: which one is better?

Posted by Geoff Beaty on 10 July 2021
Cod Liver Oil and Fermented Cod Liver Oil: which one is better?
What is Fermentation and Why is it so Popular? Fermentation is one of the most popular topics in the health world right now. From fermented tea (kombucha) to fermented vegetables (sauerkraut, kimchi), there is a huge rush to consume new types of fermented foods, as well as foods that have been traditionally fermented. When is Fermentation NOT a Good Idea? Fermentation is a process that works well on carbs but not on fats. Fats do not ferment, instead, fats break down and oxidise when ...
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