In this Issue:
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Sugary Drinks
Linked to Alzheimer's
Excess drinking of sugary beverages like soda may increase
the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, suggests new research in mice. Although the
exact mechanisms aren’t known, obesity and diabetes are both associated with
higher incidences of Alzheimer’s.
Researchers from the
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, a nonprofit
scientific and educational organization, found that the sugar-fed mice gained
about 17% more weight than controls.
The sugar-fed mice also had higher cholesterol levels and
developed insulin resistance (no surprise if you follow Dr. Rodier's
Sweet Death
premise).
The mice studied also had worse learning and memory
retention and their brains contained over twice as many amyloid plaque deposits,
an anatomical hallmark of Alzheimer’s.
The researchers note that the human equivalent of the mouse
diet would be roughly 5 cans of soda per day, although since mice have a higher
metabolism, it may actually take less sugar intake in humans to create risk for
Alzheimer's.
Beware those sugary drinks and sugary desserts this season
(and all the following seasons). You may lose your mind over them, and
that would be a shame. ^..^
MSM Acts as
Anti-Inflammatory Barrier to Degenerating Cartilage
Researchers have long associated MSM or methylsulfonylmethane to
protecting articular cartilage and reducing inflammation in osteoarthritis,
findings that could create greater interest in this low-cost ingredient for
joint health.
Researchers from the University of San Diego published their findings from an
in vitro study that investigated the effect of the MSM on both
healthy and osteoarthritic articular cartilage from post mortem human knees. Their
research was published in
Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Journal.
Researchers focused on cytokines -- genes that are markers of inflammation and
are related to cartilage degradation. Their findings point to a genuine
protective effect from MSM on reducing the expression of pro-inflammatory
cytokines.
According to lead researcher, David Amiel, from the UCSD's Department of
Orthopaedic Surgery:
"It suggests that MSM acts as a barrier,
shielding cartilage in early stages of osteoarthritis from further
degeneration from inflammatory cytokines and cartilage degrading enzymes."
Thrifty members have long
paired our Glucosamine and MSM products to increase joint and tissue comfort at
a bargain price.
See our
product
catalog for more information.
Constant Health Trends & Tidbits
Okay, so those of you who already bought Constant
Health, and have been keeping Teri and Donnaree so busy of late, may be pining for nosey details, like "which
flavor do most people favor?" and "what's the response so far?" Well, let's see.
- The French Vanilla is outpacing the Rich Chocolate by about 10%.
- One member said he likes the very "butch closings" or
"no-leak
closings" on the blender bottle, which sounds "like a Caddy door's closing
thunk."
- Another new convert compared a competitor's
product odor to "lizard food" and admired our "pleasant smelling" powder.
- If your family thinks it's not
sweet enough, just mix it with carrot juice, that's really sweet. Just
beware that they'll feel "cleaned out" afterwards too!
- "Okay, Teri. Throw one of those in too. I'm old.
Sounds like I need it."
Good grief. No lizard food smell?! A blender bottle that
has very "butch closings?!" Feeling "cleaned out." Marketing rats
couldn't possibly dream up these kinds of sizzling benefits.
Okay, back to you. Inquiring minds want to know.
How many of you are "on the fence" about Constant Health and would like a
sample (or travel) size to test it out?
No promises mind you, 'cause no votes means no samples, so you decide.
^..^
Health in the News
'Til next time, fair members!
Still purringly yours,
Guido
Guido Housemouser
Chief Kat and Community Manager
Our Health Co-op, Incorporated
4188 Westroads Drive, Unit 123
Riviera Beach, FL 33407
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