GREGORY CHANDLER ON GENERAL DANIEL 'CHAPPIE' JAMES

February is Black History Month. As I did last year, I write about an African-American in the military.

General Daniel 'Chappie' James, Jr. was the first African-American promoted to the rank of

four-star general. General James was a member of the storied Tuskegee Airmen during World War II. James' military duties during World War II caused him to miss combat action during that war. James, however, did see combat in the Korean War.

James was born in February 1920 in Pensacola, Florida. He graduated from Washington High School in June 1937. As one of the famed Tuskegee Airman, James attended Tuskegee Institute at Tuskegee, Alabama where he received a bachelor of science degree in physical education and completed pilot training.

James remained at Tuskegee Institute as an instructor in the Army Air Corps Aviation Cadet Program until January 1943 and received his commission as a second lieutenant in July 1943.

Throughout the remainder of World War II James trained pilots for the all-African-American 99th Pursuit Squadron and worked in other assignments.

In September 1949 James went to the Philippines and was assigned to the 18th Fighter Wing at Clark Field. In July 1950 he went to Korea where he flew 101 combat missions in F-51 and F-80 Shooting Star aircraft during the Korean war.

James returned to the United States in July 1951 and was assigned to Otis Air Force Base, Massachusetts where he was assigned as an all-weather jet pilot, and later as the squadron commander.

After assignments in England and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, James served in Thailand in December 1966. The future general flew 78 combat missions into North Vietnam, many in the Hanoi/Haiphong area, and led a flight in the Bolo MIG sweep in which seven enemy MIG-21s were destroyed, the highest total kill of any mission during the Vietnam War.

James was named vice commander of the 33rd Tactical Fighter Wing at Elgin Air Force Base, Florida in December 1967. While stationed at Elgin Air Force Base, the Florida State Jaycees named him as Florida's Outstanding American of the Year for 1969. James was transferred to Wheelus Air Base in Libya in August 1969 as commander of the 7272 Fighter Training Wing.

James became Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs) on March 31, 1970, and was designated Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs) on April 20, 1973.

General James was promoted to four star general and assigned as commander in chief, NORAD/ADCOM, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado on September 1, 1975. In these dual capacities, he had operational command of all United States and Canadian strategic aerospace defense forces. His last position, before retirement, was special assistant to the Air Force

chief of staff.

James retired from active duty on February 1, 1978. James died the same month of his retirement on February 25, 1978.

GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law

Colonel, United States Army Reserves

Gregory Chandler-Milk for Hypertension Relief

I have posted recently about hypertension. In one study, 352 adults with hypertension of 120-159/80-95mmHg took 40 grams per day of soy protein, milk protein or a carbohydrate placebo, in three 8-week cycles, with three week's rest in between each phase.

Researchers measured blood pressure twice at the start and end of each phase and found, compared to placebo, systolic blood pressure was 2.0mmHg lower during the soy protein phase, and 2.3 mmHg lower during the milk protein phase.

The conclusion is that milk gives hypertension relief.

GREGORY CHANDLER

Gregory Chandler-Lutein for Eye Health

Individuals over age 40 should be concerned with eye health. Researchers have opined that macular pigment declines as lutein in the diet decreases, raising the chances for age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

In one study, 126 people with AMD took lutein or a placebo. After six months, macular pigment optical density-a measure of pigment thickness-increased 28 % compared to a placebo. The research found that the lutein group had better visual perception and clarity.

GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law

GREGORY CHANDLER - OLEOYLETHANOLAMIDE

Individuals often look for a dietary supplement to reduce hunger. Research suggests that oleoylethanolamide (OEA) will reduce cravings for food. OEA is a lipid produced by the body's intestines. After eating, the production of OEA increases, which works to decrease hunger by stimulating the sensory nerves that feed back to the brain. The brain is told by the nerves that the body is full.

One should take OEA as a supplement at 25 to 50 mg twice per day with food.

GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law

GREGORY CHANDLER ON NATURAL HYPERTENSION AIDS

I published an earlier study about a Harvard University study on hypertension. I am back to the subject of hypertension again.

A review of blood pressure studies, found that there are many non-pharmaceutical options for reducing hypertension. It is important to exercise more, reduce sodium, eat more fruits and vegetables, and decrease fats. There are also many supplements that one can take for hypertension control.

Calcium: Those who took a calcium supplement had a mild decrease in blood pressure readings. It is thought that calcium helps the blood vessels relax.

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10): In a review of several C0Q10 studies, systolic blood pressure was lower on average for CoQ10 users compared to those taking a placebo.

Flavonoids: Diets high in cocoa tend to lower blood pressure readings.

Folate: Those whose diets are low in folate are more likely to have elevated blood pressures readings.

Garlic: Several studies show that garlic extract lowers blood pressure.

Potassium: Diets low in potassium can cause a rise in blood pressure.

Vitamin D: Individuals with high blood pressure readings were more likely to have low levels of vitamin D compared to those with normal blood pressure.

The keys should give one a non-pharmaceutical decrease in blood pressure.

GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law

Gregory Chandler - Forskolin

Good day.

Forskolin is a chemical that comes from the coleus forskolin plant, which is a mintlike herb.

Forskolin helps to break down fat within fat cells, making it easier for your body to pull fat from storage to use as energy. This means that you can fuel activity with fewer calories, allowing one to reduce body-fat stores while maintaining or building muscle tissue.

A good dose is 20 to 50 mg of forskolin two or three times a day for a total of up to 150 mg per day.

Gregory Chandler, Attorney at Law