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On today’s episode, Amanda Williams discussing Resveratrol, the popular anti-aging supplement that is so important for your body, especially your brain and heart. Let’s get started.
The natural plant constituent Resveratrol is a major player in the field of healthy brain aging, according to an already considerable body of clinical evidence. Here’s what you need to know about this superior antioxidant.
A new study published in the journal Neuropharmacology from Xuzhou Medical University in China has revealed that the plant compound resveratrol, which is found in red wine or obtained by supplementation, displays anti-stress effects by blocking the expression of an enzyme related to the control of stress in the brain.
If you are interested in anti-aging (and who isn’t?), you’ve probably heard of the benefits of Reservatrol. You have heard of how it is derived from grapes, how it occurs naturally in wine, and how it is a natural polyphenolic compound that is well known for its phytoestrogenic and antioxidant properties. Resveratrol is one of the first supplements that drew a significant amount of attention from the scientific and medical communities throughout the world. As a matter of fact, it has been researched extensively for its many health benefits. To date, there have been over 4,000 human studies with Resveratrol.
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Resveratrol is an important antioxidant that targets free radicals and limits the impact of oxidative stress on our cells. Because of this, studies on this plant compound have concluded that it may help to support metabolism, improve lean body mass and support healthy aging.
According to the study’s researchers, while research has identified resveratrol to have antidepressant effects, the compounds relationship to stress was unknown, specifically an enzyme that is influenced by the stress hormone corticosterone called phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4). “Corticosterone regulates the body’s response to stress. Too much stress, however, can lead to excessive amounts of the hormone circulating in the brain and, ultimately, the development of depression or other mental disorders,” explain researchers.
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In a study on mice, researchers revealed that the enzyme PDE4, induced by excessive amounts of corticosterone, causes depression and anxiety-like behavior. The enzyme lowers levels of a molecule that signals the body of physiological changes which can lead to physical alterations in the brain.
Researchers conclude that Resveratrol displayed neuroprotective effects against corticosterone by inhibiting the expression of PDE4.
Source
Xia Zhu, Wenhua Li, Yongkun Li, Wenhua Xu, Yirong Yuan, Victor Zheng, Hanting Zhang, James M. O’Donnell, Ying Xu, Xiaoxing Yin. The antidepressant- and anxiolytic-like effects of resveratrol: Involvement of phosphodiesterase-4D inhibition. Neuropharmacology, 2019; 153: 20 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuropharm.2019.04.022
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You’ve probably heard, “Watch your cholesterol levels!” more than you’d like. But, the fact is, your cholesterol level can determine a lot about your health and other factors you may be at high risk of developing.
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in all cells of the body. Your body needs it to make hormones, Vitamin D, and substances that help you digest foods. Your body makes all of the cholesterol that it needs, but because humans consume foods high in cholesterol like meat, poultry and dairy products, high levels can cause a lot of damage to the body.
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There are two types of cholesterol – LDL and HDL. LDL is the “bad” cholesterol that can cause a buildup in your arteries. HDL cholesterol, “good” cholesterol, carries cholesterol from other parts of your body back to your liver, where it is removed from the body naturally.
Having high cholesterol levels, specifically LDL, means you have too much bad cholesterol in your blood. This can be determined by your doctor running a blood test and testing your levels. High LDL levels are dangerous, as it increases your risk of developing heart disease.
According to The Framingham Heart Study, the following ratios roughly signal different degrees of heart disease risk:
Men
Women
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, nearly 1 in every 2 American women has high or borderline high cholesterol. The center reports, 240 mg/dl and above is considered high, 200-239 mg/dl is borderline high, and less than 200 mg/dl is considered your desirable level.
Heart disease is a condition where plaque builds up inside your arteries. When plaque – a combination of cholesterol, fat, calcium and other substances – builds up, that is called Atherosclerosis, which limits the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heat. If the buildup of plaque becomes too large, it can cause a complete block of blood through the artery which commonly leads to a heart attack, as the blood to your heart muscle is reduced or blocked.
The good news, according to Jerry Hickey, R.Ph is that your cholesterol levels are completely manageable. “A major strategy of health professionals in reducing the risk of cardiovascular related death and morbidity is to reduce LDL-cholesterol, and if need be increase beneficial HDL. It is crucially important here to emphasize a good and balanced diet as the first line of action against high cholesterol. A menu rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, including some whole grains, seeds, fresh nuts and beans, is a fantastic start. Salmon or some other fish two or three times a week is also a good choice. Restrict salt, and consume only small amounts of saturated fats while avoiding synthetic trans-fats altogether. Exercise, stress management, and rest are also required components in lowering blood cholesterol levels and the risk of stroke and heart attack. In recent years it has come to light that inflammation is an important contributor to cardiovascular disease. Inflammation causes immune system factors such as C-reactive protein (and many others) to spill into the blood stream. These factors greatly contribute to hardening of the arteries and all its related woes. In fact, C-reactive protein has been shown to cause blood vessel dysfunction and dramatically increase the risk of stroke and heart attack.
There are nutrients that, along with a healthy diet and exercise, that may contribute to healthy cardiovascular health. Here are important phytonutrients to include into your diet, according to Jerry Hickey, R.Ph –
Plant Phytosterol Esters are natural components of foods that safely compete with bad cholesterol for absorption. To a degree, the more Phytosterol Esters present in your digestive tract during a meal, the less cholesterol you will absorb. Phytosterol Esters have been studied in large and varied populations over the past 50 years and it is very well documented that Phytosterol Esters are very safe. They quickly lower total cholesterol and dangerous LDL-cholesterol and improve the ratio of LDL to HDL (a determinant of longevity in the elderly).
Policosanol is a component of sugar cane wax that safely aids a healthy cholesterol balance. Although it comes from sugar cane, Policosanol lacks sugar and is safe for use by diabetics and weight watchers. Policosanol reduces the production of cholesterol, while also increasing its rate of excretion.
Red Yeast Rice is an important nutrient that is formed by fermenting rice with red yeast, creating structures called monacolins. Monacolins have a profound impact on healthy cholesterol balance. Red yeast rice has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for promoting healthy circulation, as it helps decrease levels of LDL-cholesterol and total cholesterol, lowers triglyceride levels and impacts lipoprotein (a blood fat difficult to lower that may be more dangerous than LDL-cholesterol). Red yeast rice also decreases C-reactive proteins and other inflammatory components in the blood.
Resveratrol is an important nutrient, derived from red grape skins. Rather than directly lowering cholesterol levels, Resveratrol stimulates greater release of PON-1 by our liver. Pon-1 is an important component of HDL, and it gives HDL its ability to stabilize LDL- cholesterol. This prevents LDL rancidity helping to prevent cardiovascular disease. Resveratrol also has the ability to directly protect the heart muscle and relax blood vessel walls – improving blood flow and helping to prevent increases of blood pressure. Resveratrol also directly protects the blood vessel walls from damage and decreases inflammation on blood vessel walls. It may also modestly improve blood viscosity.
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