DRINK 1 CUP A DAY to Unclog Your Arteries

Today I’m going to share three common nutritional deficiencies related to sciatica and carpal tunnel syndrome and ways to tell which one might be affecting you most. Vitamins B1, B6, and B12 are intimately involved in the nervous system and may be behind these painful conditions. 1. Vitamin B6 benefits • Helps build the myelin sheath • Helps produce neurotransmitters • Helps protect sensory nerve integrity • Helps increase nerve conduction and velocity • Is involved in the metabolism of the nervous system Vitamin B6 deficiency causes: • Taking the wrong form of vitamin B6 in large amounts • Gut inflammation • Celiac disease • Crohn’s disease • Age • Certain medications • Alcohol • Birth control pills • Certain genetic variations • Smoking • Diabetes • Excess coffee consumption * It’s important to take the active form of vitamin B6, pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P). 2. Vitamin B12 benefits: • Helps support nerve regeneration • Helps support myelin production • Helps support nerve growth factors Vitamin B12 deficiency causes: • Certain genetic factors • Lack of animal products in the diet • Low stomach acid • Excess consumption of folic acid • Alcohol • Diabetes • Malabsorption • Birth control pills * It’s important to take the natural form of vitamin B12, methylcobalamin. 3. Vitamin B1 (thiamine) benefits: • Helps support blood flow to the nerves • Helps counter the complications of diabetes Vitamin B1 deficiency causes: • Diabetes, prediabetes, and insulin resistance • Excess coffee consumption • Excess tea consumption * It’s important to take the fat-soluble version of vitamin B1, benfotiamine. DATA: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30712... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

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There is an interesting predictor of a heart attack that you can look for right now. Go to the mirror and look for a crease on your ear lobe, starting where the hole is and coming out 45 degrees. Coronary artery disease or cardiovascular disease causes you to lose blood flow to the heart muscle. A chronic lack of blood flow to the heart causes the loss of circulation in the peripheral parts of the body first, like the ear lobes. Without this blood supply to the ear lobes, you can develop this crease. This crease shows up in about 71% of people with heart disease. However, it has also been found to appear in other health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. People who smoke may also notice this crease, but it’s most commonly seen in people with heart problems. It’s important to act now to support a healthy heart: 1. Get on the Healthy Keto® diet and do intermittent fasting 2. Exercise regularly 3. Take tocotrienols 4. Consume omega-3 fatty acids (cod live oil) 5. Take vitamin K2 with vitamin D3 DATA: https://academic.oup.com/omcr/article... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

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Today I’m going to share five vitamins that can help with the complications of diabetes. High blood glucose affects four main tissues, including: 1. The eyes 2. The arteries 3. The nervous system (including the brain) 4. The kidneys However, the damage to these tissues can lead to a myriad of health problems. Glycation is a combination of sugar and protein in the body, and it can lead to this dysfunction of tissues. An A1C score is basically a number that represents glycated hemoglobin (a protein in red blood cells) to help tell how bad someone’s diabetes is. Glycation can also occur when someone consumes a combination of sugar or carbs and protein or fat. When glycation occurs, it can build up into advanced glycation end products (AGEs). With AGEs comes a lot of free radical damage, inflammation, and oxidative stress. The good news is that there are natural things that can inhibit glycation. Vitamins that inhibit glycation: 1. Benfotiamine 2. Vitamin C 3. Vitamin D 4. Vitamin E (tocotrienols complex without tocopherols) 5. Vitamin B6 Other natural glycation inhibitors: • Alpha lipoic acid • Green tea (EGCG) • Aged garlic • Bitter melon • Quercetin • Curcumin • Fasting • Exercise DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19409... https://www.e-pan.org/journal/view.ph...

6 Loka 202310min

Today, we’re going to talk about what causes calcium deposits and the best remedies for calcium deposits. Top causes of calcium deposits and natural remedies: 1. Inflammation Natural solutions: • Keep the joints in motion • Vitamin D3 • Omega-3 fatty acids 2. Alkalosis Natural solutions: • Apple cider vinegar • Betaine hydrochloride • Healthy Keto® • Cal-Amo (Standard Process) 3. Hypercalcemia Natural solutions: • Avoid taking too many calcium supplements • Vitamin D3 4. Hyperparathyroidism Natural solutions: • Vitamin D3 5. Low phosphorus Natural solution: • Phosfood (Standard Process) 6. Biofilms 7. Low vitamin K2 Natural solutions (foods high in K2): • Hard cheeses • Soft cheeses • Butter • Eggs • Sauerkraut 8. Low magnesium Natural solutions: • Leafy greens • Electrolyte powder

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Today we’re going to talk about an overlooked cause of coronary artery calcification: lactic acidosis. Lactic acidosis occurs as a byproduct of glucose metabolism. Both lactic acidosis and lactate in the blood are associated with various health issues, including: • Heart attacks • Thrombosis • Panic attacks • Autonomic nervous system dysfunction • Bipolar disorder • Schizophrenia • Sepsis • Arrhythmia problems • Liver disease • Diabetes • Cancer • Restless leg syndrome Calcification in the arteries is not just caused by old age, consuming too much calcium, or even a vitamin K2 deficiency. It turns out that one cause of vascular calcification is hypoxia in the arteries. Hypoxia is a lack of oxygen, and this lack of oxygen in the arteries can be caused by lactic acidosis. The top causes of lactic acidosis: • A high-carb diet • An overactive sympathetic dominance situation (chronic stress) • Metformin • Warfarin • Statins • Alcohol • Overtraining The top symptoms of lactic acidosis are breathing problems and restlessness, especially in the leg muscles. How to get rid of lactic acidosis: 1. Get on the keto diet 2. Reduce your stress 3. Consume natural vitamin B1 (thiamine) DATA: https://assets.cureus.com/uploads/cas... https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.11... https://www.hormonesmatter.com/covid-... https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.108..

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Today, we're going to talk about the signs and symptoms of iodine deficiency. Many people have low iodine. You're likely iodine deficient unless you consume shellfish, seaweed, sea kelp, or vegetables grown on the coast. The level of iodine in your body really depends on the level of iodine in the food you eat and the soil it's grown in. If you're deficient in iodine, you could end up with a hypothyroid condition. The top symptoms of hypothyroidism include: • Swelling in the lower part of the neck • Difficulty losing weight • Dry hair and dry skin • Thinned hair • Constipation Overlooked signs of an iodine deficiency: 1. Estrogen dominance. Iodine helps regulate estrogen and helps prevent estrogen dominance. It also supports detoxification. 2. High cortisol levels. Iodine helps normalize cortisol levels. 3. A hypothyroid condition. Hypothyroidism can cause the cholesterol in your body to be elevated but unusable for making vitamin D, cell membranes, and bile. 4. Side effects when consuming soy products. Iodine helps buffer the estrogen effects of consuming soy products. 5. Hashimoto's. You still need iodine if you have Hashimoto's, but not excess iodine. You may also need selenium, zinc, vitamin D, and myo-inositol.

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Today I want to cover some interesting natural remedies for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Common treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder come with potential side effects, so it’s worth talking to your doctor about natural alternatives. OCD is a condition where you have obsessive thoughts or impulses to repeat routines. In my opinion, the best diet for obsessive-compulsive disorder is the Healthy Keto® diet. Intermittent fasting could also be beneficial. There are also incredible natural remedies for OCD that you can try, along with the keto diet and fasting. The best natural remedies for OCD: 1. Myo-inositol 2. NAC 3. Glycine 4. L-serine 5. Thiamine (vitamin B1) 6. Probiotic foods DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://mentalhealthketo.com/2021/12/... https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog... https://men-elite.com/2020/07/03/ocd-... https://www.evidence-based-psychiatri...

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Today we’re going to look at the interesting similarities between gout and kidney stones and natural alternatives for these concerns. Oxalates are involved in both kidney stones and gout. People who have high oxalates in their urine tend to have a worsening gout situation, and the most common type of kidney stones are calcium oxalate stones. Top foods high in oxalates: • Spinach • Rhubarb • Almonds • Chocolate • Cacao • Buckwheat • Wheat • Beans • Soy • Tofu • Miso • Potato chips • French fries • Beet tops • Swiss chard • Star fruit • Raspberries • Black pepper • Black tea Nuts high in oxalates: • Almonds • Brazil nuts • Hazelnuts • Cashews • Pine nuts Nuts low in oxalates: • Coconuts • Peanuts • Pistachios • Macadamia nuts • Walnuts Something else that can increase oxalates is consuming excess ascorbic acid or glycine. Fat malabsorption due to a bile deficiency can also cause an increase in oxalates. If you’re prone to kidney stones or gout, you may also want to avoid consuming xylitol. Some people develop gout as they age due to an increase in iron and inflammation. If you’re in this situation, you might want to try reducing the amount of iron you consume and work on lowering your inflammation. How to neutralize oxalates: 1. Drink two and a half liters of fluid per day 2. Consume calcium-rich foods 3. Take vitamin D3 4. Consume citrates (lemon juice in water) 5. Get plenty of vitamin B6 6. Get plenty of vitamin B1 7. Consume a moderate amount of protein on Healthy Keto® 8. Lower your sodium 9. Consume more potassium 10. Consume foods low in oxalates DATA: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2012/dec... https://www.hormonesmatter.com/margin... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/351269/

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