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- Cancer Research Presented at Naturopathic Oncology Conference - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Isaac EliazI recently attended the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physician's 2012 Convention (OncANP) in Carefree, Arizona, where I presented breakthrough research to over 300 integrative Naturopathic oncologists. My lecture was on Galectin-3 as a new culprit biomarker for cancer and numerous ...
Views: 892 - Fascinating New Research on Meditation and Brain Health - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Isaac EliazThe Power of “Cortical Folding” aka “Gyrification” In terms of brain health, what exactly is “cortical folding” or “gyrification” and how does it increase your mental capacity? These questions may seem to address complex issues best left to neuroscience, except for one simple practice that ...
Views: 1215 - Botanical Formula Fights Prostate Cancer Without Toxic Side Effects - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Isaac EliazA non-toxic botanical formula controls aggressive human prostate tumors in mice, according to a peer-reviewed study in The International Journal of Oncology. Researchers at Indiana University, Methodist Research Institute, revealed that this formula significantly suppresses tumor growth in ...
Views: 1117 - Meditation Fights Cancer and Promotes Longevity - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Isaac EliazCalmly meditating produces exciting, beneficial effects on your body. It can protect your DNA against cancer-promoting genetic developments and free you from everyday stresses and distractions. That’s why meditation is one of the most powerful, but often neglected, tools for maintaining optimal ...
Views: 866 - Third Peer-Reviewed Study Shows Powerful Benefits of My Integrative Prostate Formula - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Isaac EliazProstate cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related death for men in developed countries. One in six men will fight prostate cancer in their lifetime, and in many cases this disease is aggressive and difficult to treat using conventional therapies alone. Researchers are constantly seeking ...
Views: 807 - Do You Really Need a Flu Shot? New Research Suggests Otherwise - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Isaac EliazThe government and pharmaceutical companies would have us believe that many segments of the population must get vaccinated against the flu every year to protect their health. These supposedly “high risk” groups include pregnant women, children less than five years of age (and especially children ...
Views: 758 - Traditional Chinese Medicine Winter Health Tips for the New Year - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Isaac EliazHappy New Year! The holiday excitement is over and now we can move into the stillness of the winter season. It’s a perfect time to become more introspective, set new goals, and nourish your entire being according to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM is rooted in the ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - Advancements in Medicine: Galectin-3 as the Root Cause of Chronic Diseases and How to Control It - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Isaac EliazThe information I am about to share with you represents one of the biggest medical breakthroughs in decades and one that can save your life. It is the direct involvement of a molecule called Galectin-3 in chronic and life-threatening diseases, and how to control it using all natural Modified ...
Views: 1109 - Research on Galectin-3 as a Breakthrough Biomarker Presented at the World’s Largest Anti-Aging Medical Conference - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Isaac EliazI recently gave a keynote presentation on Galectin-3 as a breakthrough biomarker for numerous life-threatening diseases, and shared new research on the critical role of Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) as the foremost Galectin-3 blocker. My presentation was given to more than 1,000 physicians, ...
Views: 960 - Breakthrough Cancer Research Presented to Naturopathic Doctors - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Isaac EliazI recently presented the critical role of Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) and Polybotanicals in integrative cancer breakthroughs. My lecture was offered at The Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) Conference, November 18th-20th, in Ontario, Canada. OAND is a professional association ...
Views: 841 - Meditation and Healing Workshop Offered at Oncology Conference - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Isaac EliazI recently had the opportunity to offer an in-depth workshop on meditation and healing during the 8th International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology. The annual conference, held this year in Cleveland, Ohio, brings together hundreds of top clinicians, researchers, patients and ...
Views: 657 - Breakthrough Research on Modified Citrus Pectin Presented at Society for Integrative Oncology - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Isaac EliazI recently shared a new breakthrough on Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) and the role of Galectin-3 in health and disease in a poster presentation during the 8th International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology. The conference, held in Columbus, Ohio, brought together hundreds of top ...
Views: 774 - Breakthrough Cancer Research Presented at Medical Week in Germany - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Isaac EliazI recently attended Medical Week in Baden-Baden, Germany, where I presented the principles of integrative medicine and the latest research on the role of Modified Citrus Pectin in the treatment of cancer. Medical Week is Europe’s biggest medical congress for complementary medicine. The main ...
Views: 917 - Maintaining Optimal Alkalinity: A Cornerstone of Good Health - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Isaac EliazDiet is one of the single most important factors in health and healing. The Western diet places heavy emphasis on concentrated animal proteins and processed, grain-derived carbohydrates, which have a relatively low nutritional value. This way of eating is sometimes referred to as the Standard ...
Views: 1421 - Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk, Safely and Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Isaac EliazMaintaining optimum cellular health throughout the entire body can greatly reduce your risk of developing a number of age-related diseases and health conditions, namely cancer. Keeping your cells functioning properly, with all organs and systems working in balanced harmony, is the foundation for ...
Views: 619 - AMA Study Promotes a Dangerous New Supplement Bill - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Isaac EliazA new study just published in the American Medical Association’s Archives of Internal Medicine claims that taking supplements, including multivitamins, poses an increased risk in mortality, particularly for women. The authors draw the sweeping conclusion that the widespread use of dietary ...
Views: 790 - Breakthrough Prostate Cancer Animal Study Presented at International Oncology Conference - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Isaac EliazOne out of every six men in this country is struggling with prostate cancer, and wading through your various treatment options can be confusing. Many factors come into play in your fight against prostate cancer—and being familiar with the latest in prostate cancer research is the best way to ...
Views: 674 - New FDA Draft Guidance Threatens Supplements - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Isaac EliazAs an integrative medicine practitioner, I have been treating patients for over 25 years using allopathic medicine in combination with a wide range of health-promoting botanicals and nutrients. I am also an expert researcher and product formulator, and base each of my nutritional supplement ...
Views: 689 - How Safe is Your Cookware? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Isaac EliazAs an integrative physician, some of the most important recommendations I make for my patients are centered around healthy eating habits. But what about healthy cooking? The right cooking techniques which increase nutrient availability are certainly an important part of a healthy diet, but many ...
Views: 1235 - Empowering Cancer Patients with Life-Saving Findings - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Isaac EliazWhen it comes to integrative cancer treatment, I always emphasize the importance of “patient-driven medicine.” Patient-driven medicine is what true integrative medicine is about. It embraces the principle of equality between patient and doctor, and each treatment program is tailored to the ...
Views: 757 - Calm Focus: 6 Natural Stress Relievers that Won't Zap your Energy - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Isaac EliazWhen it comes to stress relief, most of us need a little help. Whether you practice daily meditation, take brisk walks or engage in a friendly chat, there are many forms of relief that don’t require a pharmaceutical drug or a trip to a psychiatrist’s office. However, many anxiety-reducing ...
Views: 886 - Modified Citrus Pectin Packs Powerful Immune Punch - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Isaac EliazNew research published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) has powerful immune boosting properties. The study uses human blood samples to demonstrate the ability of a specific form of Modified Citrus Pectin to very significantly induce and ...
Views: 744 - Politicians, Medical Experts and Advocates Meet on Capitol Hill for Solutions to Rising Breast Cancer Rates in Young Women - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Isaac EliazThe rates of breast cancer among women under the age of 40 have increased significantly over the last two decades. Younger women typically face greater challenges with this disease than women over 50, partly because early diagnosis is less common among younger women and most cases among this ...
Views: 628 - Powerful Superfoods from Under the Sea - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Isaac EliazSea vegetables are not common staples in the Standard American Diet, but they have been enjoyed for thousands of years in the Asian diet. Whether sea vegetables are brown, green, purple or red, they all contain a number of beneficial nutrients such as vitamins A, C, E, B complex, including B12, ...
Views: 1092 - New Study Shows Modified Citrus Pectin Activates Powerful Immune Responses - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Isaac EliazToday I am thrilled to share with you groundbreaking research demonstrating the ability of a specific form of Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) to greatly enhance immune function. The study found that MCP activated B-cells in a dose-dependent manner, and induced a highly significant dose-dependent ...
Views: 851 - Stay Healthy on Vacation and at Home: Enhance Your Health with Probiotics - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Isaac EliazSummer vacations and traveling adventures can do wonders for your heart, mind and spirit, but they can also take a toll on your physical health if you’re not careful. Many travelers understand first-hand the unfortunate risks to digestive health that often “come with the territory,” so to speak. ...
Views: 864 - A Raw Food Diet: Is it Healthier? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Isaac EliazIn today’s ever health-conscious world, the Raw Food Movement is on the rise, gaining new devotees as well as critics. The basic premise of the raw food diet is that raw foods in their whole, natural form provide the enzymes necessary for digestion and vibrant health, and that cooking food ...
Views: 1595(1 vote) - New Study Reports Link Between Walking and Prostate Health - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Isaac EliazMany men, especially those over the age of 45, are becoming more concerned about their prostate health. In fact, one in six men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Protecting and preserving prostate health is no small feat, however, many options exist ...
Views: 729 - A Breakthrough in the Future of Cancer Prevention - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Isaac EliazI recently shared the latest news in the prevention and treatment of cancer at the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Integrative Oncology Fellowship. The June 2011 event held in Las Vegas, Nevada brought together some of the world’s leading medical experts to educate physicians, ...
Views: 618 - Are You at Risk for an Autoimmune Disease? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Isaac EliazWhile your body is designed to defend against a host of environmental invaders, it cannot completely withstand the adverse effects of poor diet, chronic stress and toxic build-up. These common factors can contribute to a group of serious health epidemics including autoimmune (AI) disease, which ...
Views: 1041 - New Study Shows Milk Thistle Supports Liver Health - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Isaac EliazA new study shows that milk thistle extract may help reduce liver swelling and toxicity associated with conventional treatment given for abnormal cell growth. The study is important because by combating liver aggravation, patients may better tolerate prescribed doses of conventional medicines, ...
Views: 697 - New Findings in Genetics Will Forever Change the Way You View Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Isaac EliazThe iceberg has melted in the medical world as scientists begin to unlock the mysteries of our genetic codes. The old way of thinking – that you are destined to experience a particular disease or condition because it “runs in your family” – is now an outmoded view of how the body works. Genetics ...
Views: 3964 - Are Humans Really a Co-operative Community? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Isaac EliazWe tend to think of ourselves as highly independent creatures that interact with others in our environment. But some very interesting new research puts another twist on our self image. As it turns out, the “lowly bacteria,” may turn out to have more “say” in who we are than we would like to ...
Views: 893(1 vote) - Using Hormones? Here's What You Need to Know - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Isaac EliazThe use of bio-identical hormone therapy is becoming more popular with the increasing awareness of its potential benefits in the aging population. There is an intense interest in finding ways to make this therapy as safe as possible, and an exciting avenue for this is looking at how hormones are ...
Views: 669(1 vote) - Synchronized Circadian Rhythms: Nature’s Cancer Fighter - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isaac EliazTiming is everything. Time is of the essence. Perfect timing. Humanity’s captivation by temporal reality goes much deeper than the unifying framework of schedules, calendars, rituals and histories –it goes straight to our DNA. We live in a universe of cycles, nature’s clockwork, shaping and ...
Views: 956 - What You Need to Know About Folate - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Isaac EliazFolate, also known as folic acid, is an essential B vitamin that everyone needs, but not everyone gets enough of. Folate is the natural form found in leafy green vegetables and other types of whole foods such as legumes, bananas and eggs, whereas folic acid is the synthetic form of vitamin B ...
Views: 806 - Harvard Study Shows Heart-Health Benefits of Tai Chi - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Isaac EliazA recent study from Harvard University shows the health benefits of tai chi, especially for those with heart conditions that prevent them from engaging in rigorous physical exercise. Tai chi is a Chinese form of martial arts that focuses on soft, slow movements and requires concentration on ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - Top Foods for Cellular Health - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Isaac EliazYour cells are your foundation for health. If your cells begin behaving or functioning abnormally, your foundation will begin to crumble, leaving you vulnerable to a wide range of health problems. The body is incredibly resilient and efficient, but over time, a poor diet and lifestyle may weaken ...
Views: 1081(1 vote) - Breakthrough Research on Modified Citrus Pectin and Galectin-3 for Inflammatory Conditions - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Isaac EliazIn a new important research study out of the UK, scientists found that Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) of the correct molecular weight interrupts deadly kidney fibrosis by binding to and blocking galectin-3 molecules. By disabling the galectin-3 molecules, MCP decreased the effects of inflammation ...
Views: 1468(1 vote) - Is a Sedentary Lifestyle Dangerous? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Isaac EliazIf spending even a half-hour at the gym after a long day just sounds too unbearable, you may be in luck. Exercising may not be the golden ticket to staying slim after all. We all know that one person who just never seems to gain much weight, regardless of what they eat or physical activity. ...
Views: 992 - The Healing Properties of Acupressure - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Isaac EliazAcupressure is an ancient healing art that relies upon the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concept of energy meridians in the body, and is the practice of applying pressure to specific points of the body along these meridians. Acupressure achieves the same goal as acupuncture, which is to ...
Views: 3976 - Strawberries Show Promise for Cancer Prevention - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Isaac EliazModern medicine has always derived the raw materials for pharmaceutical drugs from nature, as nature provides delicate yet powerful ingredients for balance and wellness. Time and time again, be it academic researchers and scientists, or herbalists and medicine men, people discover a simple yet ...
Views: 836 - Ramp Up Your Body’s Natural Defense Against Allergies - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Isaac EliazSpring is finally here, and along with the gorgeous weather comes pollen. Many allergy sufferers know all too well the symptoms of hay fever, caused by pollen released from budding trees and plants. The airborne pollen is easily inhaled through the nose and mouth, and for sensitive people, it ...
Views: 1089 - New Research Shows Pomegranates Support Prostate Health - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Isaac EliazPomegranates are an ancient Mediterranean fruit which have recently been recognized as one of the many "new" super foods offering a myriad of health benefits. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants, which are natural compounds that protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. The ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - Green Tea and Medicinal Mushrooms for Health - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isaac EliazIt is common knowledge that healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables contain certain nutrients that promote good health -- namely antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that are essential to the body. However, once these compounds enter the body and become digested, do they still possess the ...
Views: 923 - Why Are Antioxidants So Important? - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Isaac EliazMany health and beauty products boast using antioxidants to fight free radicals. But just what are free radicals and why are antioxidants so important for maintaining your health? Free radicals are unstable molecules that occur in the body from normal body processes as well as from exposure ...
Views: 974 - The Best Foods for a Good Night’s Sleep - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Isaac EliazWhat you eat can drastically affect how you sleep, so in order to get a good night’s rest, it is essential to choose foods that calm your mind and body rather than those that stimulate you. Certain types of foods will naturally promote rest and relaxation, particularly those that contain ...
Views: 1200 - Safely and Naturally Banish Toxic Heavy Metals from Your Body - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Isaac EliazThere are dozens of heavy metals that are common in our environment and diet, including mercury, lead, cadmium, aluminum, and others. Significant exposure can cause acute or chronic toxicity and can lead to numerous serious health problems such as cognitive and central nervous dysfunction, ...
Views: 1056(1 vote) - New Research Shows Honey Fights Drug-Resistant Germs - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Isaac EliazHerbal ingredients and natural nutrients are often capable of supporting different functions within the body, and current research is showing that a certain kind of honey may be useful in fighting drug-resistant germs. Honey has been used for thousands of years, but its medicinal popularity ...
Views: 904(1 vote) - The Connection Between Menopause and Allergies - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Isaac EliazSpring is here, and along with all the natural beauty of this season comes another common component: spring allergies. One of our readers asked a question about the development of allergies during menopause, any time of year. This is a complex area with many possible connecting threads. ...
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