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Best Source of Omega-3 ALA EPA DHA – 2018

16-08-18  by  Brian Darby

Plant sourced omega-3 is preferable to contaminated fish and fish oil sourcesFish, fish oil, flax, algae oil; which is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids? Should we rely on natural sources or take a supplement?

There are two essential fatty acid groups; linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). The essential alpha-linolenic acid (from plant sources) can be restructured in the body to produce the longer chained EPA and DHA fatty acids, EPA and DHA can also be obtained directly from algae and from animal sources, primarily fish.

Ground flax seeds, hemp seeds, chia seeds, walnuts and leafy greens are the best sources of alpha-linolenic acid and currently, algae derived omega-3 supplements appear to provide the safest source of EPA and DHA (if not rancid).  Read more . . .

Filed Under: Chronic Disease - Prevention, Supplements

Should Vegans Take B12 – Are B12 Supplements Necessary? Methylcobalamin or Cyanocobalamin Which Is Best?

10-08-18  by  Brian Darby

Vitamin B12 is essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system, long-term deficiency is extremely serious and can even be life-threatening!Vegans and those on a 100% plant-based diet need to make sure they have a regular supply of vitamin B12. However there is some controversy over how this should be obtained; whether from fortified foods or supplements – or both, which is the best form of B12 methylcobalamin or cyanocobalamin, how often to take it and at what dose etc.

How common is vitamin B-12 deficiency? Even if you consume animal products it may still be necessary to take a B12 supplement or eat fortified foods as there is no guarantee that you’re actually absorbing enough B12 to prevent deficiency and promote health. A significant proportion of people on the standard UK diet (SUK) and on the standard American diet (SAD) are deficient in B12 (and many other essential nutrients) and a much higher proportion are marginally depleted.  Read more . . .

Filed Under: Chronic Disease - Prevention, Supplements

Miracle Cures for Rheumatoid Arthritis – Where Are They Now?

09-08-18  by  Brian Darby

So many 'mirace' cures and treatments for arthritis are heralded over the years, only to go up in smoke sometime laterHave you ever seen the headlines: “Scientists Discover Miracle Cure for Arthritis!” or “Great News for Arthritis Sufferers!” or “Arthritis Breakthrough – New Drug blah blah blah!” and so on? I have, and I’ve been reading their associated ‘news’ articles for over thirty-five years, yet somehow, today, the only mainstream treatments used for rheumatoid arthritis worldwide are still; NSAIDs, DMARDs, and Biologics. So where are all those ‘miracle’ cures and treatments then?

The problem with these kinds of hyped news announcements is that they falsely raise the hopes of arthritis sufferers and make it that much more difficult for us to maintain an optimistic and positive outlook.  Read more . . .

Filed Under: Rheumatoid Arthritis - News, Rheumatoid Arthritis - Treatments

Best Anti-Ageing Diet and Telomere Protective Lifestyle

03-08-18  by  Brian Darby

Anti-ageing telomere-protective whole food plant-based dietI just wanted to make a quick post highlighting some relatively new studies I’ve just read supporting the anti-ageing benefits of a whole food plant-based lifestyle. The research indicates that a diet high in vegetables and fruits significantly slows down telomere shortening while inclusion of meats and refined oils accelerates telomere shortening.

Telomeres are chromosome-protective caps made up of lengths of DNA. Each time a cell divides telomere length is slightly reduced. Once the telomeres become too short to maintain proper protection (or disappear altogether i.e. cell death), chromosomes become more susceptible to genetic damage.  Read more . . .

Filed Under: Chronic Disease - Prevention, Chronic Disease - Treatment, Rheumatoid Arthritis - News, Rheumatoid Arthritis - Treatments

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