More than ever, people are looking to maintain a healthy mind through botanicals and nutraceuticals. Dr. Martha Gonzalez-Gaitan, MD/Pediatrics/Anti-aging/Anti-inflammation
• Science • 2010-09
• Science • 2010-09
Most people have general expectations associated with aging. As our parents age, those expectations become confirmed and our basic assumption that “something will go wrong” comes true.
It is a fact that the process of normal aging contributes to the decline in several bodily systems and organs. One organ that is in focus now more than ever, at any age, is the brain. While aging is inevitable, there is a way to stay healthier, stronger and vital longer.
Recent research shows that cognitive health is on a decline due to aging, but the research also suggest that our lifestyle, nutrition, stress and imbalances in the body also contribute to this decline at any age. Cognitive dysfunction seems to be occurring with increasing frequency earlier in life. Whether this is due to normal aging, or dementia associated with Alzheimer’s, or a general bad health in the whole body, statistics undoubtedly point to the significant increase at which this will be occurring at an earlier age...
According to World Alzheimer’s Report, released by Alzheimer’s Disease International, 35.6 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia. By the way, population for the State of California: 36 million. This is expected to double by 2030, to 65.7 million people.
Of these, 5.3 million live in the USA. Alarming? Of this number the vast majority are over 65. However, half a million peoplein the USA are UNDER 65 and suffer from dementia. San
Diego population 1.2 million. Children can’t process information and learn as effectively, ADD, HADD, confusion, lack of concentration, adolescents are dealing with depression/anxiety and attention deficit, young adults in their 20s and 30s are tired and losing vitality, depressed and anxious, adults in the 40s, memory loss and + 50s, dementia, lethargy, memory loss, lack of concentration, severe depression, insomnia, anxiety etc..
While everyone should seek out a professional medical evaluation before seeking any form of alternative supplementation, especially in the presence of illness, people are looking to find alternatives that are inexpensive and effective at preventing any disease. Lately, everyone has Brain Health on their mind. The trend highlights the highest demand ever for nutritional ingredients that have been studied and are found to have cognitive support properties. Thousands of independent research shows over and over again that certain properties of botanical effectively support brain health. Of these botanical, specific mechanisms within include antioxidants and anti-inflammatory effects, improved circulation to brain tissues and neural regenerative effects, which support the integrity of brain cells. These a few of the top performers:
Resveritrol: Resveratrol is a flavonoid found in the skin of red grapes and is a constituent of red wine. Natural sources of flavonoids are grape extract, red wine, flowers, teas, trees shrubs, apples, berries, citrus fruits, onions, pomegranate and green leafy spices. According to studies by the Salk Institute demonstrated that in order to obtain neuroprotective effects, one should consume about 50-150mg/day. This means that one would have to consume, daily, 10-30 apples, 200 to 400 onions, or 300 to 500 strawberries. The typical diet worldwide consists of maybe 1 fruit and 1 vegetable per day.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) and the wells studied compound curcumin are renowned for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits that support overall health and wellness. Recent studies suggest that this "miracle plant", (spice in powder form) also promotes learning and memory abilities. Other research suggests that curcumin’s ability to support the function of brain insulin receptors, which in some people with dementia, is found to be defective. You may need to consume about half a pound of the yellow powder daily.
Pharmaceutical Grade DHA/Omega 3: Current independent research significantly shows that Omega 3 may improve memory and learning in older adults, with a huge range of benefits that include anti-aging, weight loss and anti-inflammatory properties. The recommended dose varies significantly based on many factors, but it ranges from 250 mg to up to 10 grams per day.
Consult your health care professional for a complete evaluation. In the majority of cases, most people can’t either afford or digest the huge amounts of fruits, vegetables, spices, botanicals or herbs that it would take to significantly impact general health, much less cognitive health, so from a practical perspective, investing in the potential of natural neutraceutical products and their active, pure and concentrated compounds to optimize quality of life is a worthy cause, one that is finally gaining it’s well deserved recognition among health professionals all over the world.
By the way… where’s my car keys?
Martha Gonzalez Gaitan is a Medical Doctor who practices and resides with her family in Tijuana, Mexico. Her passion is helping people live stronger, healthier, beautiful and fulfilled lives. She enjoys sharing her education through personal con- sultation in Tijuana and educational seminars in the US and Mexico. References for this article are available upon request.
Contact her at:
USA 619-646-9420 or www.saludinc.net
Mention Frontier Doctors and receive a 20% discount on consultation fee.
It is a fact that the process of normal aging contributes to the decline in several bodily systems and organs. One organ that is in focus now more than ever, at any age, is the brain. While aging is inevitable, there is a way to stay healthier, stronger and vital longer.
Recent research shows that cognitive health is on a decline due to aging, but the research also suggest that our lifestyle, nutrition, stress and imbalances in the body also contribute to this decline at any age. Cognitive dysfunction seems to be occurring with increasing frequency earlier in life. Whether this is due to normal aging, or dementia associated with Alzheimer’s, or a general bad health in the whole body, statistics undoubtedly point to the significant increase at which this will be occurring at an earlier age...
According to World Alzheimer’s Report, released by Alzheimer’s Disease International, 35.6 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia. By the way, population for the State of California: 36 million. This is expected to double by 2030, to 65.7 million people.
Of these, 5.3 million live in the USA. Alarming? Of this number the vast majority are over 65. However, half a million peoplein the USA are UNDER 65 and suffer from dementia. San
Diego population 1.2 million. Children can’t process information and learn as effectively, ADD, HADD, confusion, lack of concentration, adolescents are dealing with depression/anxiety and attention deficit, young adults in their 20s and 30s are tired and losing vitality, depressed and anxious, adults in the 40s, memory loss and + 50s, dementia, lethargy, memory loss, lack of concentration, severe depression, insomnia, anxiety etc..
While everyone should seek out a professional medical evaluation before seeking any form of alternative supplementation, especially in the presence of illness, people are looking to find alternatives that are inexpensive and effective at preventing any disease. Lately, everyone has Brain Health on their mind. The trend highlights the highest demand ever for nutritional ingredients that have been studied and are found to have cognitive support properties. Thousands of independent research shows over and over again that certain properties of botanical effectively support brain health. Of these botanical, specific mechanisms within include antioxidants and anti-inflammatory effects, improved circulation to brain tissues and neural regenerative effects, which support the integrity of brain cells. These a few of the top performers:
Resveritrol: Resveratrol is a flavonoid found in the skin of red grapes and is a constituent of red wine. Natural sources of flavonoids are grape extract, red wine, flowers, teas, trees shrubs, apples, berries, citrus fruits, onions, pomegranate and green leafy spices. According to studies by the Salk Institute demonstrated that in order to obtain neuroprotective effects, one should consume about 50-150mg/day. This means that one would have to consume, daily, 10-30 apples, 200 to 400 onions, or 300 to 500 strawberries. The typical diet worldwide consists of maybe 1 fruit and 1 vegetable per day.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) and the wells studied compound curcumin are renowned for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits that support overall health and wellness. Recent studies suggest that this "miracle plant", (spice in powder form) also promotes learning and memory abilities. Other research suggests that curcumin’s ability to support the function of brain insulin receptors, which in some people with dementia, is found to be defective. You may need to consume about half a pound of the yellow powder daily.
Pharmaceutical Grade DHA/Omega 3: Current independent research significantly shows that Omega 3 may improve memory and learning in older adults, with a huge range of benefits that include anti-aging, weight loss and anti-inflammatory properties. The recommended dose varies significantly based on many factors, but it ranges from 250 mg to up to 10 grams per day.
Consult your health care professional for a complete evaluation. In the majority of cases, most people can’t either afford or digest the huge amounts of fruits, vegetables, spices, botanicals or herbs that it would take to significantly impact general health, much less cognitive health, so from a practical perspective, investing in the potential of natural neutraceutical products and their active, pure and concentrated compounds to optimize quality of life is a worthy cause, one that is finally gaining it’s well deserved recognition among health professionals all over the world.
By the way… where’s my car keys?
Martha Gonzalez Gaitan is a Medical Doctor who practices and resides with her family in Tijuana, Mexico. Her passion is helping people live stronger, healthier, beautiful and fulfilled lives. She enjoys sharing her education through personal con- sultation in Tijuana and educational seminars in the US and Mexico. References for this article are available upon request.
Contact her at:
USA 619-646-9420 or www.saludinc.net
Mention Frontier Doctors and receive a 20% discount on consultation fee.
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