Simple – Carbohydrates (Sugar) Simple Carbohydrates are a major source of energy for the body and are found in many nutrient-dense foods (fruits, Sugar, Candy, Syrups, Juice Concentrate and Products with add Sugar). The optimal human diet should contain no more than 15% of Simple Sugars. According to American Heart Association (AHA) most men should consume no more than 150 discretionary…
Allergies Allergies are an Immune System Ailment involving unusual sensitivity to the action of various Environmental Stimuli (Antigens) and foods. Allergies are also caused by Eosinophils (specialized Cells of the Immune System) when they release Hydrogen Peroxidase at the site of the Allergy in an attempt to destroy what they “believe” to be Antigens. Substances that may Cause Allergies – Excessive consumption ofAlcohol (ethanol) may…
The Small Intestine is a Muscular tube about 6.5 meters long and 35 mm in diameter – it is one of the primary components of the Digestive System. Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Syndrome is a syndrome characterized by increased populations of Bacteria (both Beneficial Bacteria and Detrimental Bacteria) in the Small Intestine (the Duodenum, Ileum and Jejunum). Sign and Symptom…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is chronic gastrointestinal disorder that effects the large intestine causing for years without any other general deterioration in health IBS is not a detectable structural disease but the symptoms are caused by abnormal muscular contractions in the Colon. Irritable Bowel Syndrome is sometimes regarded as a form of Colitis, although its symptoms do not include inflammation of…
Fatigue is mental and/or physical tiredness. Fatigue is the most common reason that people seek medical care – 24% of adults who visit health clinics claim to “always feel tired”. Fatigue may occur as a Symptom of these Ailments – Anemia – Iron deficiency – poor Blood Circulation – Menopause (male and female) – Malabsorption – Crohn’s Disease – Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth…
Magnesium deficiency and symptoms Magnesium is an alkaline macrominral that functions as an electrolyte, a critical nutrient for heart and cardiovascular support. Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions, vital for producing ATP, the fuel for every cell in your body. Magnesium with Potassium is the principal intracellular cation, electrolyte, that conducts a positive electrical charge.less than 2% of Americans have been experience…