Researchers in one study inform that the body releases the hormone cortisol to respond to stress, but when cortisol levels remain high, the body can become unhealthy.
Researchers asked 44 healthy men and women, average age 34, to maintain their diet and exercise routines while taking omega-3s consisting of 1,600 mg of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) plus 800 mg of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) per day, or a placebo.
After six weeks, compared to placebo, the omega-3 group had much lower levels of cortisol, much less fat mass and more lean muscle mass.
Gregory Chandler
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Gregory Chandler -- Lycopene and Heart Health
In one heart health study, 126 healthy men, average age 34, took 6 mg of the antioxidant lycopene per day, 15 mg of lycopene per day or a placebo.
After eight weeks, antioxidant activity in the blood increased in both lycopene groups, and decreased for the placebo group.
In the high-dose lycopene group, there was less DNA damage, better blood vessel flexibility, and a beneficial increase in size of LDL cholesterol particles compared to the other two groups.
In addition, systolic blood pressure, and high sensitivity C-reactive protein--a sign of inflammation--declined significantly in the high-dose lycopene group.
Lycopene is the bright red carotenoid pigment found in red fruits and vegetables like tomatoes.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
After eight weeks, antioxidant activity in the blood increased in both lycopene groups, and decreased for the placebo group.
In the high-dose lycopene group, there was less DNA damage, better blood vessel flexibility, and a beneficial increase in size of LDL cholesterol particles compared to the other two groups.
In addition, systolic blood pressure, and high sensitivity C-reactive protein--a sign of inflammation--declined significantly in the high-dose lycopene group.
Lycopene is the bright red carotenoid pigment found in red fruits and vegetables like tomatoes.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
Gregory Chandler -- Caffeine as a Thermogenic
Those who seek fat burning should consider caffeine supplementation. Caffeine is often noted
for its ability to increase resting energy expenditure while also increasing lipolysis and lipid oxidation. In addition, caffeine is known for its ability to increase feelings of energy, alertness, concentration and euphoria.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
for its ability to increase resting energy expenditure while also increasing lipolysis and lipid oxidation. In addition, caffeine is known for its ability to increase feelings of energy, alertness, concentration and euphoria.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Gregory Chandler -- Alpha Lipoic Acid
Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is known as the universal antioxidant. ALA is both fat-and water- soluble. As a result, ALA provides protection for a wide range of body systems. Researchers believe that ALA helps shift glucose into muscles and away from fat cells, increasing energy and reducing stored fat.
In one study, scientists gave 1,127 overweight or obese males and females 800 mg of ALA per day. After four months, average blood pressure had declined significantly.
Participants also had an average of two to four points lower body mass index scores. Obese women lost an average of 3.5 inches in waist size and obese men 4.3 inches in waist size.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
In one study, scientists gave 1,127 overweight or obese males and females 800 mg of ALA per day. After four months, average blood pressure had declined significantly.
Participants also had an average of two to four points lower body mass index scores. Obese women lost an average of 3.5 inches in waist size and obese men 4.3 inches in waist size.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
Gregory Chandler - Geranium
When looking for a thermogenic (fat burner) one would be wise to look for a
supplement containing geranium. Geranium has been used for centuries as a food
additive and many cultures consume it as part of a regular diet. One component of
geranium is 1,3 Dimethylamylamine which is a compound that mimics norepinephrine
and therefore boosts fat burning.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
supplement containing geranium. Geranium has been used for centuries as a food
additive and many cultures consume it as part of a regular diet. One component of
geranium is 1,3 Dimethylamylamine which is a compound that mimics norepinephrine
and therefore boosts fat burning.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Gregory Chandler on Endurance Benefits of Quercetin
Quercetin, a flavonoid found in onions and apples, has been shown to increase the number of mitochondria in muscle cells. Mitochondria are the power plants inside cells that convert food into energy.
In a study performed at the University of South Carolina, mice that were given quercetin were able to run significantly longer than mice given a placebo. Quercetin may be helpful in boosting endurance for sports or training.
A good dose of quercetin is 500 milligrams twice a day with meals.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
In a study performed at the University of South Carolina, mice that were given quercetin were able to run significantly longer than mice given a placebo. Quercetin may be helpful in boosting endurance for sports or training.
A good dose of quercetin is 500 milligrams twice a day with meals.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
Friday, July 1, 2011
Gregory Chandler on Casein Hydrolysate
Most casein protein is manufactured as a protein that is medium lasting or long lasting in the body. For example, caseinate protein lasts a medium amount of time in the body. Micellar casein lasts a long time in the body.
Casein hydrolysate is manufactured in a manner that breaks down the casein protein to form shorter protein chains. The result is that casein hydrolysate is digested faster than other forms of casein protein. I would suggest that casein hydrolysate be used in the manner of whey protein. If one chooses to supplement with casein hydrolysate, it should be used before or after a workout in the manner of whey protein.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
Casein hydrolysate is manufactured in a manner that breaks down the casein protein to form shorter protein chains. The result is that casein hydrolysate is digested faster than other forms of casein protein. I would suggest that casein hydrolysate be used in the manner of whey protein. If one chooses to supplement with casein hydrolysate, it should be used before or after a workout in the manner of whey protein.
GREGORY CHANDLER, Attorney at Law
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