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TriVita Asks What’s The Connection Between Mental, Dental Health & Your Heart
February 28, 2009 by admin
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by Brazos Minshew, TriVita’s Chief Science Officer
Previously, we discussed the effect of loneliness on heart health. Powerful chemicals from the brain alter the way the heart functions. The heart and blood vessels respond with inflammation. Arteries harden, the efficiency of the heart muscle is reduced as the heart enlarges, and heart failure results.Heart health, dental health
Coronary artery disease (CAD) usually progresses slowly over many years. The first sign of CAD is often a fatal heart attack. Because CAD is silent, it becomes imperative to practice preventive medicine such as testing for C-reactive protein (CRP), as well as blood pressure and cholesterol. However, another form of heart disease progresses quite rapidly. It is called “single-artery disease.”
Other triggers of heart disease are related to dental health. Curiously, dental health and mental health are also strongly related. How does this happen? Which comes first in this triad of triggers for heart disease?
Single artery disease clogs a single artery while all or most other blood vessels remain clean. It can happen when injury or infection creates inflammation in the absence of disease:
- Dental infection: One of the most common bacteria comes from a dental infection. Bacteria from inflamed gums can escape into the bloodstream and attack a single blood vessel in or near the heart.
- Inflammation: Inflammation in the gums attracts white blood cells by means of protein messengers called cytokines. Some of these messengers leak into the bloodstream and attract white blood cells. White blood cells infiltrate the infected area because of the messenger cytokines. Cytokines that leak into the bloodstream and enter the heart may send the wrong message. It may also result in white blood cells attacking an artery in the heart. This is the beginning of single artery disease: white blood cells attracted by cytokines penetrate a single artery in the heart and cause blockage.
Smoking increases the number of bacteria in the mouth and causes LDL cholesterol to become stickier. This bad habit also increases inflammation in the entire body. Bacteria, LDL and inflammation make for a lethal combination for CAD and single artery disease.
Dental health, mental health
Mental illness comes in a variety of different forms: from anxiety and bipolar disorder to depression, schizophrenia and beyond. Among the common manifestations of these disorders is lack of attention to dental care. Irregular brushing and flossing will lead to a buildup of potentially lethal bacteria. As a result, cardiovascular disease is a common companion of mental illness.
Other aspects of personal care suffer from this same inattentiveness, including diet, exercise and rest. As you know, these habits are foundations for physical and mental health. Without these essentials in place, the health spirals downward and heart failure is one of many possibilities.
Conclusion
It seems that illnesses such as CAD and heart failure are much more complex than we ever imagined. Emotional distress, dental neglect, smoking and inflammation may all combine to create vascular disease. Constant attention to the 10 Essentials of Health and Wellness and normal biological needs like dental care can help us avoid many triggers for CAD and heart failure.
Essential #4 concerns nutrients that every body needs. Essential fatty acids like those found in TriVita’s OmegaPrime can help protect against inflammation. Vitamin C can also help reduce inflammation by cooling oxidative stress and TriVita Sublingual B-12, TriVita HCY Guard helps reduce inflammatory homocysteine. I especially like TriVita Adaptogen 10 Plus because it helps reduce the impact of stress while providing antioxidant protection. Nutrients and nurturing – including proper dental care – give us the best foundation for a life of meaning and purpose.
Take Control of Your Health
- Practice good dental hygiene
- Brush at least twice daily for two minutes
- Floss after meals
- Get dental cleanings and checkups twice a year
- Take Healthy Aging nutrients
- A multiple vitamin/mineral supplement
- TriVita Omega-3 supplement
- A Sublingual Vitamin B-12
- A Vitamin C supplement
- Reduce stress and use adaptogens when needed
- Learn and live TriVita’s 10 Essentials!
Source: TriVita Weekly Wellness Report February 28, 2009
Protect Yourself From Stress, The Silent Killer
Stress is an engineering term. It describes the forces that try to tear a structure apart such as weight, wind, temperature and pressure. In humans it is much the same: Certain pressures try to tear us apart. Sometimes these stresses come from inside of us; sometimes the pressures tearing us apart come from the outside.
Homeostasis is a gift that humans and other living creatures possess but bridges and buildings do not have. Homeostasis is the force that moves resources from our reserves to wherever they are needed to combat stress.
Where stress begins
Stress is caused by change – any change. Change requires us to rearrange our priorities to meet new circumstances. Stress can also be the same circumstance over time because time itself is change.
An easy way to conceptualize stress is to say it comes from inside of us and outside of us. Some examples:
Stress from inside
- Hunger
- Aging
- Time pressure
Stress from outside
- Air pollution
- Water pollution
- Noise pollution
Stress is the accumulation of all the things that pull us apart.
Homeostasis
The antidote to change is homeostasis. The Greek word “stasis” means to stand still or to stand equally. It describes a point where the tug-of-war balances out and motion ceases. Homeostasis is the ability of living organisms to adjust their internal environments to create balance. Of course, people can adjust their external environments as well (at least to some extent).
Just imagine all of the stresses pulling you apart every day: gravity, temperature, emotional upsets and expectations, etc. What balances that tug-of-war? The 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness!
Nutrients and nurturing
A body and mind deprived of proper nutrients and nurturing will be more prone to disease. “Disease” is the joining of two words. “Ease” is the freedom from difficulty, hardship or effort. “Dis-ease” is the opposite of ease: the things that make life more difficult and hard. It is also the abnormal functioning of the body or mind when the balancing forces of homeostasis fail to meet the demands of change.
The 10 Essentials create a reservoir of energy to combat the destructive forces of stress. For example, the simple act of breathing deeply can reduce the level of toxicity in our body and therefore reduce the state of imbalance.
Vitamins and minerals
Nutrients create a bulwark against stress as well. A reservoir of vitamins and minerals can help protect you from deficiency. Nutrient deficiency means specifically that you lack the nutrients you need to meet the stress imposed on your system. Without nutrients you will be weakened and you will lose the tug-of-war with stress. You will develop disease.Adaptogens
Specific plants called adaptogens help pull us back into balance. Adaptogens help us adapt no matter what the situation is – no matter where stress tugs at our body and mind. A recent conference of psychiatrists and psychologists demonstrated that a single adaptogen (Rhodiola rosea) was as effective at reducing emotional stress as several popular medications.Another paper published by the University of Toyama in Japan demonstrated that in animal models, the adaptogen Eleutherococcus senticosis hindered the brain plaque associated with Alzheimer’s disease. It even helped slow some of the brain damage. Given the safety of adaptogens and the extreme nature of this stress-related disease, supplementing with these nutrients should be a daily routine for anyone concerned about the possibility of Alzheimer’s.
Conclusion
Stress pulls us apart. Homeostasis struggles to put us back together. Disease is the result of an imbalance between stress and homeostasis. Nutrients and nurturing support homeostasis and help build a bulwark against stress – the silent killer!
Source: TriVita Weekly Wellness Report February 14, 2009
What Are Adaptogens? Part Two
And other frequently asked questions about Adaptogen 10 Plus!
Adaptogens are unique plants that are genetically coded to adjust to environmental conditions, no matter how harsh. Adaptogens change in response to environmental stresses.
Q: Can vegetarians, vegans and people with gluten or yeast allergies take it?
A: Adaptogen 10 Plus contains no animal by-products and is completely plant based, so anyone with meat or wheat restrictions can take it.
Q: If I have deficiencies In my diet, will Adaptogen 10 Plus make a difference?
A: Although Adaptogen 10 Plus benefits nearly everyone, it cannot by itself make up for a nutritionally deficient diet. For optimum results, add Adaptogen 10 Plus to your healthy lifestyle that includes TriVita’s 10 Essentials.
Q: Will this product take the place of any other TriVita product?
A: If you’re using this product daily, you’re getting the nutrients found in Super Antioxidant Complex and AloeVita – along with many more nutrients.
Q: Are there TriVita products that are recommended to take with Adaptogen 10 Plus?
A: Its important to secure a nutritional foundation, which includes a good multiple vitamin such as VitaDaily AM/PM; Daily Men or Women; a good essential fatty acid product such as TriVita’s OmegaPrime, Vitamin C, and of course our patented sub-lingual delivery system TriVita’s Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid for complete stress fighting protection. HCY Guard should be used in place of Sublingual B-12 if high homocysteine levels are a concern, For help with all of your nutritional and wellness needs, please call our Wellness Consultants at 1-800-994-7116.
Q: What are the primary benefits of Adaptogen 10 Plus?
A: It helps our bodies fight aging caused by cellular damage. Adaptogens provide nourishment to strengthen cells, Optiberry helps neutralize-free radicals to reduce cellular damage and nourishes our cells, and aloe vera helps us absorb nutrients better
Q: Will it help me sleep and focus mentally?
A: Adaptogens adjust to the needs of your body. If it’s time to sleep, they’ll help you ease into sleep. If it time for you to focus on a task, they’ll help you adjust to stress and support your need to concentrate. In most cases, Adaptogen 10 Plus nourishes the process programmed into our nervous systems; to be awake or asleep when you need to be.
Q: Will it enhance my athletic performance?
A: Yes. Adaptogens have been studied since the 1940’s in Russia. During the 1960’s and 1970’s, the Russian athletes so dominated the Olympic games that there were rumors they were using performance-enhancing drugs. In reality, they were using performance-enhancing adaptogens, not drugs. Adaptogen 10 Plus was formulated to enhance your body’s performance without drug.
Q: Will Adaptogen Plus help me deal with pain?
A: Yes Many botanicals are natural pain relievers because they act as cyclo-oxygenase 2, or Cox2 inhibitors, This means that certain plants directly target the enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain.
Q: How do I know if the product is working for me?
A: People often feel Adaptogen 10 Plus within minutes of taking it. Others report a gradual improvement in some aspects of their health over time. Short term benefits may be experienced, but its long-term health benefits are important.
Q: How should I store Adaptogen 10 Plus?
A: If your package was delivered on your doorstep in the heat/sun, don’t worry. Your product was shipped to you in an opaque bottle to protect it against sunlight, as antioxidants break. down much faster in extreme heat and direct sun. It’s only under extreme heat conditions (180 degrees or more) over an extended period of time that will accelerate a loss in antioxidant value. Once you receive your Adaptogen 10 Plus, you should store it in a cool, dark environment, and we recommend refrigerating it for optimal taste.
Source: TriVita Brochure BR007 Revised 8.06
What Are Adaptogens? Part One
And other frequently asked questions about Adaptogen 10 Plus!
Adaptogens are unique plants that are genetically coded to adjust to environmental conditions, no matter how harsh. Adaptogens change in response to environmental stresses.
Q: Why is it called 10 Plus?
A: There are 10 plants in the world that are adaptogens and they’re all in Adaptogen 10 Plus. “Plus” we’ve added health-enhancing antioxidants and aloe vera.
Q: Exactly how do adaptogens adapt to their surroundings?
A: Every plant — and every person — has a range of ability to adapt to stress. If it is within your genetic ability to meet the stress, you are said to adapt. lf the stress exceeds your ability to adapt, you experience health failure and collapse. The same is true for plants. Adaptogens are plants that have shown resilience in stressful situations where other plants have tailed. Of the 4,000 plants with remarkable adaptation, 10 have been shown to have benefits for human health and performance with no toxicity at any level. When humans and animals ingest adaptogens, these plants impart their strength and ability to adapt.
Q: When is the best time to take this product?
A: There is no wrong time to take Adaptogen 10 Plus, but we recommend taking it in the morning. This fortifies your body to meet the stresses of your day. If you are not getting adequate sleep, you may benefit more by taking it at night (at least for the first few weeks) to provide your body with the proper nutrients it needs to enhance your sleep.
Q: How much should I take daily?
A: One serving is an ounce of Adaptogen 10 Plus, about one capful. We suggest you start with one serving; but, you can take more as your stress level demands.
Q: How long will it take me to feel the effects of this product?
A: Many people report a quick feeling of well-being, calmness, and clarity Since we’re all individuals, your results may be different.
Q: Why does it act differently with different people?
A: Adaptogens naturally adapt to their surroundings. When you drink an ounce of Adaptogen 10 Plus, the adaptogens change to adjust to your specific needs. Depending upon what you need, your results could differ from day to day.
Q: Is thre anyone who shouldn’t take it?
A: Pregnant or nursing women, and anyone with injuries or diseases involving the brain or nervous system should check with their health care professional before trying Adaptogen 10 Plus. Including people with chronic migraines, epilepsy, or those recovering from surgery.
Q: Are there side effects?
A: By definition, adaptogens are plants; antioxidants are safe and natural, and aloe vera doesn’t have any known side effects. Because Adaptogen 10 Plus is entirely plant-based, our bodies recognize the ingredients as food. If you have food allergies or allergies to specific vitamins, we advise you to check the label before trying our product.
Q: Are there any drug interactions?
A: There are no known drug interactions, but it’s a good idea to check with your health care professional if you’re concerned.
Q: Is Adaptogen 10 Plus good for diabetics, pregnant or nursing women?
A: Diabetics will benefit from Adaptogen 10 Plus because their life conditions are stressful to their bodies. We recommend pregnant or nursing women check with their health care providers before taking the product.
Source: TriVita Brochure BR007 Revised 8.06
Help Protect Yourself From Everyday Stress
Reduce The Damaging Effects Of Daily Stress On Your Body
A single 1 oz serving of Adaptogen 10 Plus delivers three NATURAL stress-combating products in one.
There are three key categories of nutrients In our breakthrough scientific formulation that provide tremendous health and wellness benefits to you: adaptogen, antioxidants and aloe vera. They have been specifically formulated to combat the damages stress can inflict
on your body and health.
These ancient plant extracts from cold, harsh regions in Russia and Asia have been used for centuries by some of the healthiest~ people on the planet. Adaptogens are renowned for their ability to help improve performance, assist the body in coping with stress and protect our cells damage from viruses and illness. Adaptogen 10 Plus has 1O plant and herbal extracts with adaptogenic qualities, each one chosen for its ability to help the body “adapt” to stress and stressful situations quickly and efficiently.
Dark-colored berries have been scientifically proven contain compounds that help the body stay healthy and prevent damage from free radicals. Free radicals are a normal side effect of oxidation (like rust) in the body. When there are too many free radicals, our cells go under attack and may not function as well. Our immune systems can suffer and we can become sick more frequently. Adaptogen 10 Plus contains a proprietary blend of antioxidants extracted from berries and other prime sources of antioxidants.
Stress stops digestion; aloe vera helps remove the effects on your digestive system. Known since the days of Cleopatra for its healing powers and ability to improve digestion, aloe vera is also due b of Adaptogen 10 Plus. Vitamins and nutrients delivered in an aloe vera base have been shown to be easier for the body to absorb than if they were in a water base.
Here’s how Adaptogen 10 Plus works:
Adaptogen 10 Plus offers astounding health benefits you can feel — controlled calm, increased mental and physical performance and much more Adaptogen 10 Plus’ natural ingredients work together to help your body’s cells and systems adapt to stress, get stronger, combat damaging free radicals and improve nutrient absorption Stress tries to pull us apart — Adaptogen 10 Plus helps us “keep it together” by creating a solid defense against stress, when used every day.
Source: TriVita magazine, August 2008, pg 7
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