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Nutrition and Cognition

An increasing body of scientific and clinical evidence show that brain health needs personalized and multi-pronged interventions to optimize health outcomes. Nutrition and cognition (thinking) are linked. More and more researchers are offering links demonstrating how poor nutritional intake adversely affects cognitive functioning and may, in fact, contribute to various neurological conditions including anxiety, depression, autism and neurodegenerative disorders. Data are indicative that these links may begin before birth, continue throughout the life course and be particularly susceptible during times of inadequate or inappropriate nutritional intake, physiological changes or increased stress.

Many scientific sources confirm evidence of the gut-brain axis, its association to nutrition, and how it influences cognitive health throughout life—from birth into later years. These include:
-The links between stress, chronic inflammation, nutrition and cognitive health
-The critical role nutrition plays in gut and neurological health
-How to leverage specific nutritional solutions to optimize gut-brain outcomes for health conditions

Breast Cancer Estrogen Mimicers – Causation

Breast Cancer Caused by Estrogen Mimicers

Chemical Triggers Breast Cancer

by visitor writer, Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S

. A brand-new research discloses that chemicals located in cleansing products, fabrics, plastics, paper as well as some personal-care items could set off bust cancer cells.

Breast Cancer Estrogen mimicers According to the elderly writer of the research, William Baldwin, an assistant teacher of life sciences at the University of Texas at El Paso, the chemical called 4-nonylphenol binds to estrogen receptors in bust cells which enhances the threat for bust cancer cells.

Component of the issue is that the chemical, which resembles estrogen, might last much longer in the body compared to all-natural estrogen. That is when bust cancer cells is triggered by estrogen mimicers.

Bust Cancer Estrogen Mimicers

Just how the Study was Conducted.

Baldwin and also his group contrasted the impacts of providing varying dosages of the chemical, estrogen and also 4-nonylphenol to computer mice. Several of those provided 4-NP created bust cancer cells while those provided comparable dosages of estrogen did not when they adhered to computer mice genetically crafted to easily establish bust cancer cells over 32 weeks.

Baldwin as well as various other specialists approximate that well-known threat aspects such as aging, very early start of durations, late menopause, postponed childbearing and also genes discuss just around 25 percent to 50 percent of bust cancers cells, which ecological direct exposure plays a huge duty.

We could currently examine for this ecological toxic substance via an examination called Toxic Element Core from Genova Diagnostics.

Here’s the lower line. Numerous chemicals in the setting are dangerous for your body. Typically that chemical remains matched up much longer compared to the typical hormonal agent might.

Cancer cells is cell expansion that has actually gone out of control.

This is a terrific time to call us at 510-849-1176 to check out additionally if you assume that this may be going on for you.

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An extra blog post in this blog site is below. Dr. Jay likewise generated a collection of video clips discussing estrogen metabolic rate. The very first video clip is right here.http://http://http://http:// According to the elderly writer of the research study, William Baldwin, an assistant teacher of organic scientific researches at the University of Texas at El Paso, the chemical called 4-nonylphenol binds to estrogen receptors in bust cells which enhances the threat for bust cancer cells.http://http://Component of the issue is that the chemical, which imitates estrogen, could last much longer in the body compared to all-natural estrogen. Here’s the lower line. An extra blog post in this blog site hereBelow Dr. Jay likewise generated a collection of video clips chatting concerning estrogen metabolic process.

Probiotics: Still proven to help children and adults

Probiotics: Still proven to help children and adults

The proven benefits of Probiotics in children and adults is going on the front pages of the authoritative newspaper, the New York Times. The article is reiterating the well-known truism that good intestinal bacteria can help health. It is also a key component for counteracting malnutrition.

When born in the 50’s I was not told about this. I learned about it when I was traveling in my early 20s. Taking even brewer’s yeast tablets helped to prevent and lessen my bouts of diarrhea from travel (low-budget) in Asia. I believe and know that taking this form of probiotic saved my life.

Since then, as a natural medicine practitioner for decades, I have recommended specific strains to patients for particular conditions and for general health improvement. I take them myself and know from personal experience and scientific studies that probiotics give me a way to decrease any need for antibiotics. Purchase of the best strains of probiotics can be done through my online store at http://www.theredwoodclinic.metagenics.com. Feel free to call my office to see which particular strain offered online is more appropriate for your situation. Don’t think that a “cheaper” product is the same as the ones on that website because you always pay for the quality and safety. The potency of a probiotic varies by species, strain, and product.

Read here about what the New York Times is saying about probiotics in regions of poverty and poor nutrition

Probiotics: Still proven to help children and adults

Humans developed from creatures in the ocean. The interactions of various organisms over the past 5 billion years has led to our body. Included in our body are not only cells and organelles but also living species that work in cooperation with us. Most are in the intestinal tract. We need 70-75% minimum of them to be of the good variety to keep the bad, or pathogenic types, in control. This discussion is one I have been having with patients for the last 40 years, and it is good for this topic to come up again in mainstream journalism.

I also recently read that McDonalds is cutting back on human antibiotics used in their chicken farms. This is related to probiotics because whenever you take an antibiotic you MUST follow with probiotics of the right types and strains. Again, you can get the right ones by going online to http://www.theredwoodclinic.metagenics.com.

Breast Cancer Estrogen Mimicers – Causation

Breast Cancer Caused by Estrogen Mimicers

Chemical Triggers Breast Cancer

by guest author, Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S

A new study reveals that chemicals found in cleaning materials, textiles, plastics, paper and some personal-care products can trigger breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Estrogen mimicersAccording to the senior author of the study, William Baldwin, an assistant professor of biological sciences at the University of Texas at El Paso, the chemical called 4-nonylphenol binds to estrogen receptors in breast tissue which increases the risk for breast cancer.

Part of the problem is that the chemical, which mimics estrogen, may last longer in the body than natural estrogen. That is when breast cancer is caused by estrogen mimicers.

Breast Cancer Estrogen Mimicers

How the Study was Conducted

Baldwin and his team compared the effects of giving differing doses of the chemical, 4-nonylphenol and estrogen to mice. When they followed mice genetically engineered to readily develop breast cancer over 32 weeks, many of those given 4-NP developed breast cancer while those given equivalent doses of estrogen did not.

Baldwin and other experts estimate that established risk factors such as aging, early onset of periods, late menopause, delayed childbearing and genetics explain only about 25 percent to 50 percent of breast cancers, and that environmental exposure plays a big role.

We can now test for this environmental toxin through a test called Toxic Element Core from Genova Diagnostics.

The good news is you can modify and reduce this toxic chemical. I recommend consulting us as we are experts in functional medicine. We have the training and knowledge to help one reduce this environmental toxin.

Here’s the bottom line. Many chemicals in the environment are harmful for your body. Many of them look like hormones that perform important jobs in your body, and when they enter the body they go to the place in the body that they can match up to. This matching up is like the effects of a hormone on the organ. However, often that chemical stays matched up longer than the normal hormone might. Thus, there is too much hormone effect caused and thus cell proliferation can occur.

Cancer is cell proliferation that has gone out of control.

If you think that this might be going on for you, this is a great time to call us at 510-849-1176 to investigate further.

This article is compliments of the Functional Medicine University. If you are interested in a course in Functional Medicine, please use the following link to inquire about FMU’s program. I want information about FMUs program.
An additional post in this blog is here.
Dr. Jay also produced a series of videos talking about estrogen metabolism. The first video is here.

Menopausal Symptom Relief

Menopausal Symptom Relief

Menopausal symptom relief can be achieved in a variety of ways. The symptoms that come during menopause are due to changes (decreases) in female hormone levels from aging. When the stores of follicles have zeroed out, the menstrual cycle ceases and the up and down, ebb and flow of estrogen and progesterone no longer occurs. When there are no follicles to mature, the release of these surges of hormones ends.

menopause symptom reliefThe use of hormone supplementation is one approach. This is something that we can help you with at The Redwood Clinic by doing some in-depth testing and evaluation.

A more symptomatic approach is also possible. The use of Estrovera®, obtained online at www.theredwoodclinic.metagenics.com (call for our password to get the patient’s discount), is also an option many find helpful.

Recent research also reinforces this statement.

The Cleveland Clinic concludes Estrovera® to be a Safe1 and Effective Product for Managing Menopausal Symptoms

Cleveland Clinic, ranked as one of the nation’s best hospitals2, recently published a positive supplement review of Estrovera on their website.

The review of scientific literature supporting ERr 731®, the key ingredient in Estrovera, confirms that it offers “strongly positive results for the treatment of menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and anxiety.”*3

“In the past, the only intervention to achieve similar response rates has been treatment with estrogen itself.”*3

To get a link to the full review contact our office at 510-849-1176. We encourage you to read the full review.

Patients ordering through our web portal assures that you are getting the genuine product and at a special discount price.

References:
Daily Dose. Our Product Pick: Estrovera. Cleveland Clinic Wellness. http://www.clevelandclinicwellness.com/DailyDose/archive/2014/10/22/Our-Product-Pick-Estrovera.aspx.
Ranked 4th in the country overall by the U.S. News & World Report 2013-14.
Estrovera Supplement Review. Cleveland Clinic Wellness. http://www.clevelandclinicwellness.com/Features/Pages/Estrovera.aspx.

Menopause Natural Remedies for Symptoms

Menopause Natural Remedies for Symptoms

Study Confirms Plant-Based Therapies Offer Relief From Common Menopausal Symptoms

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) recently published findings that reveal plant-based therapies to be associated with the reduction of the frequency of hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

The systematic review and meta-analysis of more than 6,000 menopausal women across 60+ studies, demonstrated that newer plant-based therapies showed significant improvements in the number of hot flashes experienced over a 24-hour period, as compared to conventional therapy.

The findings support the use of plant-based nutritional supplements as an effective tool for the relief of common symptoms of menopause.

To order, go to: https://www.theredwoodclinic.metagenics.com, sign in, and then order to get special discounts.

Learn more about this review and its findings here.

To order, go to: https://www.theredwoodclinic.metagenics.com, sign in, and then order to get special discounts.
Estrovera® features ERr 731®, a Siberian rhubarb (Rheum rhaponticum) extract, which has been clinically demonstrated to reduce the number of hot flashes (vasomotor symptoms) from 12 to 2 per day (average) in perimenopausal women, in as little as 12 weeks, with just 1 tablet a day.*

  • Clinically shown to relieve a wide variety of perimenopausal symptoms*
  • Safety profile based on positive results from in vitro and in vivo studies
  • Does not contain estrogen
  • Clinically effective dose of ERr 731® in just 1 tablet per day

Experience the benefits of Estrovera featuring ERr 731®—available in the US through your healthcare provider. Go to: http://www.TheRedwoodClinic.metagenics.com

Guaranteed relief of common perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms.* Visit www.WhyEstrovera.com to get additional tips on managing menopausal symptoms by plant-based, non-hormonal solutions and learn more about our guarantee.

If you try Estrovera and aren’t completely satisfied with the results, visit www.WhyEstrovera.com for information on how to receive a full refund of the purchase price.   To order Go to: http://www.TheRedwoodClinic.metagenics.com
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

To order Estrovera, go to: http://www.TheRedwoodClinic.metagenics.com

Functional Medicine: What it is and Why do you want it?

Functional Medicine: What it is and Why do you want it?

Functional Medicine: Just exactly what is it? How is it different from conventional medicine? Why Functional Medicinemight you want to work with a functional medicine practitioner like Jay Sordean? This video explains it in full detail as Dr. Jay narrates and describes some of the distinguishing characteristics of this and how it differs from conventional medicine.

Dr. Jay has been studying and practicing functional medicine for the past 30 years. Learn about this medicine, focused on functional capacity in the body, in ways you may never have thought about it.

Additional resources can be heard at http://www.NaturalSolutionsWithDrJay.com

Learn about how the functioning of the body degenerates and how that leads to malfunction, disease, and THEN symptoms.

 

 

Water is an important part of your body’s functioning.  What happens to your function when your water is toxic?  Click on this link to learn more: http://www.theredwoodclinic.com/toxins-in-water/

Stress, trauma and toxicity are 3 of the most important causes of degenerating health.  These each lead to decreased vitality and organ function, increasing inflammation and causing the body to have to work harder to repair damaged tissues.  Call the office at 510-849-1176 to find out what we can do to help you regain your health.

 

Hypnotherapy and Health

Hypnotherapy and Health

 

What do you think of when you hear the word “hypnotherapy?”  Excitement? Enthusiasm? Relaxation? Concern?  Well, some people areHypnotherapy and Health afraid that hypnotherapy or guided imagery will make you lose control.  That you will be under the influence of someone or something else.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  We have heard that there are a few individuals in religious circles who warn that is it somehow “evil” —  well there is absolutely no basis for labeling it in that way.  Read further to see why.

 

Granted, extreme applications (of understanding how the mind can work) are used to manipulate others by cults and in harsh interrogation methods by the CIA, FBI, police, Mossad, M-1, KGB, and elsewhere.  But that is a vastly different situation.  For health improvement and stress reduction, hypnotherapy and guided imagery are extremely benevolent and non-directive.  It is a matter merely of offering suggestions — giving your higher powers an opportunity to choose another way that can be helpful.

 

Hypnotherapy and Positive Reinforcement

 

This aspect of healing and health maintenance can be a very positive addition to your “medicine cabinet.”  In fact, ALL TOP OLYMPIC ATHLETES and successful CEOs routinely use this for peak performance.  Essentially it is positive self-talk.  And can you deny that you speak to yourself, inside your head, many times a day?  It is a normal aspect of your brain function, and making sure that the words are supportive and positive is key. (Of course, if there are many voices in your head telling you to murder and kill, that could be a sign of serious mental illness.  This is NOT what we are talking about here.)

 

Patients’ Experience of Hypnotherapy at The Redwood Clinic

 

Are we just talking theory here?  Is there any proof of this?  Well, at The Redwood Clinic we have been using this in conjunction with acupuncture and other approaches for the past 25 years or more.  This is because it is safe, quick, and effective.  Our patients, by in large, love it and look forward to it at their visits.  Of course, some people don’t choose to do it and that is fine too.  But of those who do utilize this adjunctive tool, 100% are excited about it and find that it is really a positive influence in their health.

 

Hypnotheray and Kaiser Health Care

 

Kaiser Foundation Health Care is a conservative organization.  They require some solid evidence before they will pay for or use some method.  Well, they encourage the use of hypnotherapy and guided imagery, as do Harvard, Stanford, the Mayo Clinic, and almost all of the major medical schools and centers in the U.S.  Why? Because it is safe and effective.

 

What does Kaiser specifically say about it?   “Your mind and body are connected. Guided imagery programs engage your mind, body, and spirit to help you:

  • reduce stress
  • focus on healthy changes
  • promote healing”

 

Kaiser has a specific place that  “produces our gentle, but powerful, guided imagery programs. Kaiser Permanente doesn’t provide transcripts for these programs because the reading voice — its softness and pace — is key to their success.”  That organization is called Healthy Journeys.

 

Areas that Kaiser Promotes Hypnotherapy

 

What hypnotherapy/guided imagery audios do they provide direct access to all Kaiser members?

 

  1. Related to “Health Conditions and concerns”: allergies, coping with cancer, cancer chemotherapy, cancer radiation therapy, fibromyalgia and fatigue, headaches, healthy heart, immune system health, menopause, pain, pregnancy and childbirth, and surgery.
  2. Related to “Emotional Wellness:” anger and forgiveness, grief, panic attacks and anxiety, self-confidence, and stress.
  3. Related to “Living Healthily:” relaxation and wellness, sleep, stop smoking, and weight loss.

 

Kaiser has been providing these self-access resources since at least 2012.  At The Redwood Clinic we have been using these since at least 1990.  Always on the cutting edge of what we can do to help you wholistically.

 

We will also have some podcasts on this subject on our podcast channel: http://www.NaturalSolutionsWithDrJay.com

Acupuncture and Sedona Method – Great Combination

Acupuncture and Sedona Method – Great Combination

At The Redwood Clinic we combine the best of natural medicine approaches to create a synergistic effect.  This enables faster and deeper results for patients.  This also addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual levels of a person’s health concerns.

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine are a multifaceted system including energy work, OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAmassage, exercise, diet, stress-reduction, herbal formulas and even martial arts.  As comprehensive as allergythis may be, there are still other approaches to healing and health that work very well with acupuncture and Chinese medicine.

Thus, we like to combine the best of all worlds when possible.  Of course, if you are coming in with an insurance plan, that plan has restrictions on what it will pay for and not pay for.  Usually that is very limited.  So to really get the full benefit of our years of clinical experience you may have out of pocket expenses. But believe me, that is worth it.

11-10-08-speeding-mediumYour car insurance won’t pay for a tune-up — only crashes.  But you don’t refuse to get the tune-ups just because your insurance won’t pay for it.  The same thing should apply to your health.

When people are resting during an acupuncture session we often encourage them to listen to a guided imagery process to work on different aspects of their body’s healing powers.  And to reduce stress responses.  One of the many processes we offer selectively to patients, based on their individual needs and circumstances, might be the Sedona Method.Sleep

Please watch and listen to another recent positive experience using this unique integrative approach only found at The Redwood Clinic.

 

Sodium – Hair Mineral Analysis Element

Sodium – Hair Mineral Analysis Element and Body Functioning

Sodium is an important element and mineral test in the hair mineral analysis testing.  Sodium plays a significant role in your body and cells, often paired up with Potassium.  If you have high blood pressure your doctor will tell you to cut down on your Sodium. Doctors also look at the amount of Sodium in your blood during the comprehensive blood testing.  This hair deposition of Sodium gives additional and significant information about your body that the blood Sodium levels do not.

Diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, cardiovascular illness, obesity, cognitive decline — are just a few of the many conditions, malfunctions, or diseases that do not develop symptoms often until they are progressed quite a long time and Sodium may play a key role.  Functioning has to drop to around 40% for symptoms to be obvious — up until a drop of function by 60% we know about dysfunction by things other than symptoms.   Hair Mineral Analysis focuses on particular minerals –macro, micro, trace and heavy metals found stored in your hair.  Understanding the relationships among the different minerals found can tell us a lot about how your body is functioning.  Not only your body, but your emotions and hormones.

After watching this, if you want to get a hair mineral analysis with explanation please contact The Redwood Clinic at +1-510-849-1176.

Hair mineral Analysis You tube videos

Sodium: https://youtu.be/WLiNaQqTHTM