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Doctor’s Senior Exercise & Health NewsletterA Very Happy, Healthy And Safe New YearTo One And All! And A very Special Wish And Prayer for A Quick And Safe Return To All Our Men And Women In The Armed Forces!
January 1, 2005 In This Newsletter
Introduction Introduction*** The Doctor’s Senior Exercise & Health Newsletter is written monthly, solely for information to help seniors, baby boomers and anyone who may have an interest in staying healthy, living a vigorous, active lifestyle and combating the aging process. It does not constitute the practice of medicine and is not meant to prescribe treatments. It is offered strictly as an educational aid. Any medical problems you may have, we recommend that you seek the help of your physician or other healthcare professional. Discussing your intentions with your doctor is always the proper procedure. The newsletter also includes know-how in the form of useful tips and links to more extensive material on the Internet. You may wish to share this newsletter by sending a copy to a friend, neighbor or relative and suggesting they subscribe to it. Website: http://www.doctorsexercise.com How to subscribe: Click Newsletter on left menu at website for more info and to subscribe or browse directly to: E-Mail address: newsletter@doctorsexercise.com Healthfully Yours*** Gone Fishing… I really have not gone fishing, but I do want to talk about the “Catch Of The Day”, and that can be most any of the fish. Of course there are some that are better health-wise than others, and will be discussed in the Health Hints Below. Now more than ever we hear the benefits of including fish in our diets. After many years of prodding by organizations such as the, American Heart Association (AHA) and the many scientists who have researched the benefits of fish in our diets, the FDA has conceded, almost reluctantly, that adding fish can be beneficial to the heart. What makes eating fish a healthy addition in our diets is the Omega-3 Fatty Acids. These Omega-3 Fatty Acids have been shown by scientists to have numerous health benefits. You can read more about Omega-3 Fatty Acids by going to: www.doctorsexercise.com . Click on Newsletter and scroll down to: March 1, Vol. 3, 2003. You will gain some insight as to the value of balancing Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids. As previously mentioned there are many benefits derived from adding Omega-3 Fatty Acids to our diet. These are:
Improves insulin function by overcoming insulin resistance, where the body’s response is not normal. Extremely important in the overweight individual who can be at greater risk for developing type-2 diabetes? This can also be a precursor for the normal individual as well. There are over 17 million people with type-2 diabetes in the United States, and the amount is rapidly increasing so that this figure can double within 10 years
Omega-3 Fatty Acids have been shown to break down fat, and keep it from being deposited within the body, especially around the belly, by deactivating the fat forming enzymes. The improvement in the insulin function also improves the ratio of the glucose involved in developing type 2-diabetes.
Researchers have shown that the Omega 3-Fatty Acids have the ability to cause inflammatory processes to break down enzymes that can be damaging to the cartilage in the joint structures. The damaging of the cartilage is the cause of osteoarthritis. Do you remember as children how Mom used to force us to take our Cod Liver Oil daily? Well, she must have known something, because she was right. Had we continued with that little chore, many people would not be plagued with the pain of osteoarthritis today. Cod Liver Oil is high in Omega-3 Fatty Acids.
Researchers have shown that Omega-3 Fatty Acids can improve the function of the brain. The brain requires a switch between the brains cells that allows for messages to be sent, just as in a switchboard. These switches are called “Synapes”. The Omega-3 Fatty Acids seem to improve function of the synapes, thus improving and slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids have been shown by researchers to raise the levels of an enzyme called “Serotonin”. Seratonin is a neurotransmitter that affects the brain in such a way as to raise the mood of the individual. The action is very much like taking an anti-depressive drug, such as the well-known “Prozac”. Omega-3 Fatty Acids have a protective action on the brain cells. Protecting the brain cells from damage can slow memory loss that occurs in Alzheimer’s disease. As in all things pertaining to your health, there are caveats to consider. In choosing fish for your diet, you must be aware of the high levels of Mercury in that particular fish. Mercury can be a metal that is damaging to the nervous system, especially in children, older adults, pregnant women and those who intend to become pregnant. Other than the high Mercury levels, fish can be high in PCBs, depending on the water they are found in. PCBs are carcinogenic and can cause cancer. Fish to avoid will be discussed in the Health Hints below. The risks of eating fish containing mercury occasionally, is negated by the benefits of the Omega-3 Fatty Acids in them. The key word is not over doing it. Health Hints*** Fish With High Mercury Levels To Avoid:
Fish High In Omega-3 Fatty Acids:
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