By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness
Everyone should know the signs of aneurysms.
The recent sudden death of Tony-award winning actress Natasha Richardson came as a tragic shock. But, it also serves as a warning to all of us that seemingly mild symptoms can sometimes signal potentially deadly problems. Continue reading
By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness
America recently lost a national treasure when Tim Russert suddenly died from a massive heart attack. He was just 58 years old.
Being a political junkie, Meet the Press was a Sunday morning staple in our household and I always learned something by watching the show. But Russert left one last lesson to us all – not about politics or American history or even his beloved Buffalo Bills, but about heart disease. Continue reading
By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness
One of the more frightening things your doctor can tell you is that you have congestive heart failure (CHF). But, contrary to what you may think, congestive heart failure doesn’t mean that your heart has stopped beating or that death is eminent. In fact, about 5.7 million Americans are currently living with this cardiac condition. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
If you’re a regular reader, you know that I’m a huge fan of fish. It’s a great source of beneficial omega-3 fats. It’s also one of the healthiest foods you can eat. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D.
What would you give for an unlimited supply of energy that starts in your cells and keeps you powered up all day, every day? For most people, it would be a priceless gift. But, surprisingly, it’s one that anyone can have. The secret is a special form of Coenzyme Q10 called ubiquinol. Continue reading
The CoQ10 Connection
By David Blyweiss, M.D.
Coenzyme Q-10 is a nutrient that ’s gained enormous notoriety in recent years—and with good reason. Think of it as the Energizer Bunny of the cellular world. This novel enzyme is so important to cellular energy and good health that it’s found in virtually every cell in your body. Without CoQ10, your body’s cells couldn’t produce the energy they need to function. In fact, it’s so important that your cells couldn’t survive without it. Continue reading
By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness
If you’ve got high blood pressure, you’ve no doubt been told to stay away from salt. But even if you never touch the salt shaker, you may still be getting more sodium than you think. Recent reports reveal high levels of sodium in some unexpected places, including sweet snacks, breakfast foods, low-fat products, and restaurant meals. In fact, 77 percent of the sodium we get comes from these sources. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D.
By now, I’m sure you are all aware of the benefits omega-3 fatty acids provide. But, just to recap, these healthy fats promote healthy brains and hearts, fewer cardiac arrhythmias, reduced joint pain and glowing skin. They can also boost your mood, lower inflammation and slash triglyceride levels. Best of all, these multi-tasking fats are readily available in significant concentration in fatty fish, and flaxseed. But which source is best? Continue reading
By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness
I just finished one of the most fascinating books I’ve ever read. My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor is the story of a 37-year-old Harvard-trained brain scientist who experienced a massive stroke when a blood vessel exploded in the left side of her brain. A neuroanatomist by profession, she detailed the experience of watching her own mind completely deteriorate to the point that she could not walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life, all within the space of four brief hours. Continue reading
By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness
Ask most doctors what the biggest risk factor for heart disease is and they will probably say “cholesterol.” But if you’re a long-time Advanced Natural Wellness Bulletin reader, you know that isn’t the whole story. In fact, I’ve been telling you about another risk factor – inflammation – for years. Continue reading