Research has found that Italian women living near illegal toxic waste dumps have shorter telomeres.

Living too close to a landfill containing hazardous waste is associated with premature aging at the level of telomeres, according to a new study from University of Naples Federico II in Italy.

The length of telomeres, protective caps on the ends of chromosomes, is considered a biological marker of aging. Telomeres shorten with age and when exposed to oxidative stress, the amount of which can be raised by a number of factors including environmental pollution.

To evaluate how environmental pollution can affect telomeres, the Italian researchers evaluated blood samples of 50 pregnant women who lived in close proximity to illegal hazardous waste dumps in Italy’s Campania region.They found that the women had significantly shorter telomeres compared to women living in other areas free of the landfills. In addition, the women who lived closest to the dumps were most likely to have short telomeres.

The researchers also reported that low activity of the enzyme telomerase—necessary to maintain telomere length integrity—was detected in the pollution-exposed women as well.

“These findings may have implications for understanding how, at the cellular level, environmental stress may promote earlier onset of age-related diseases,” wrote the researchers, who published their findings in Gene.

Italy’s Campania region—between Acerra, Nola, and Marigliano—has been dubbed the “triangle of death” because of reports of an unusually high number of deaths from cancer (as well as birth defects). Illegal hazardous waste dumping in the region is thought to contribute to these deaths. There are an estimated 1,230 illegal hazardous waste dumps in the area.

The research may be used to implicate the local illegal dumping as a health hazard and steer enforcement of landfill regulations in the region.

According to an article in New Scientist, industrial waste products called dioxins may be to blame for the effect on telomeres. Dioxins are dangerous chemicals found widely in the environment that are linked to interfering with hormones, reproductive problems, and chronic diseases. Short telomeres have been linked to several age-related diseases including cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and some cancers.

According to the World Health Organization, more than 90 percent of the exposure to dioxins in humans is from foods such as meat, dairy, fish, and shellfish. For this reason, governments have programs in place to monitor the food supply for dioxins.

Reference: Felice BD, et al. Telomere shortening in women resident close to waste landfill sites. Gene. 2012 March 20 [Epub ahead of print]. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.gene.2012.03.040

This is why you need the new ground breaking supplement from Isagenix for best Telomere support!

A new study has found a link between shortened telomeres and increased risk of cardiovascular events.

The link between the protective ends of chromosomes, telomeres, and healthy aging continues to strengthen. Yet another study, this time from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, suggests that shorter telomeres are associated with poor cardiovascular health.

Presented at the American College of Cardiology 2012 Annual Scientific Session in March, the study followed over 5,000 people with poor cardiovascular health for 18 months and measured their telomere length as the study progressed. The researchers then assessed the risk of death from cardiovascular events by factoring in telomere length and other factors.

The results showed that having shorter telomeres was associated with older age, being male, smoking, and previous heart problems. Not all of these factors were definitive, however, as some of the associations were only modest. Where the researchers did find a strong link was between shortened telomeres and death from cardiovascular events—the shorter the telomeres, the higher the risk. This was consistently found across various age groups.

Now, genetic and environmental factors such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and smoking are already known to increase the risk for suffering from cardiovascular events. However, explains lead study researcher Christian T. Ruff, MD, MPH, in a press release, “Even when accounting for all of these other known risk factors, patients with short telomeres have an increased risk.”

The hope then is that one day telomere length may be helpful in a clinical setting in predicting cardiovascular events.

“In the future, we hope to identify clinical, biochemical and genetic characteristics that predict telomere shortening… to have the ability to determine if therapies and medications that impact these processes may delay telomere attrition [shortening] and lessen the risk of cardiovascular events in these patients,” Ruff said.

Recently, a long-term and large-scale study from the University of Copenhagen also established a link between telomere length and better cardiovascular health. In that study, individuals with the shortest telomeres were found to have a 50 percent increased risk for heart attack.

Give your Telomeres the best!

by Ina Nozek, DC, MS, CCN

Losing stubborn weight is easier with these 11 tips.

Amazing transformational changes to our health and our body composition are seen with the Isagenix nutritional cleansing and fat burning systems,  but every now and then we get “stuck.” Sometimes the weight seems to be coming off too slowly, or compared to other people’s results it doesn’t feel “up to par.”

What I’d like to do is give some tips on how to optimize weight/fat loss results so that you can reach both your health and your weight loss goals. Before you get discouraged, here are a few questions you can ask yourself:

1. Are you drinking enough water? The products do an amazing job at helping your body cleanse away toxins, but it’s your job to flush those impurities out with adequate hydration from pure, plain water. It is extremely important to consume at least eight to 10 full glasses of water each day, as is standard advice. On hot days or if performing physical activity, drink a few ounces more along with the sports drink Want More Energy?® that replenishes lost glycogen, vitamins and electrolytes.

2. Are you moving your bowels well each and every day? Constipation could hinder weight loss results. Rather than carrying around pounds that build up in the colon, regular and complete bowel movements are important in managing your ‘true’ body weight. If necessary, increasing the amount of IsaFlush! (containing magnesium) and fiber that you are taking each day will support regularity. FiberPro and FiberSnacks! can be used to get your required amount of daily fiber, which will certainly support gastrointestinal health.

3. Are you taking in enough or perhaps too many calories? Take a look at the meals and snacks that you consume on your Shake Days. Make sure to follow the program with 400- to 600-calorie meals consisting of whole, natural foods.

4. Are you letting too much time go by between your shakes and your meal and/or snacks? Timing is everything! Your shake or meal should hold your appetite for three to four hours.  If there is more time than that between meals, you need to choose a healthy, balanced snack to curb hunger. This will keep your blood sugar stable and prevent your body from slowing your metabolism to conserve energy.

5. What are your food choices? Many of us may be absent-mindedly hindering results by reach for excess sugars and/or starches. Snacking on high-glycemic, low-fiber foods, or having a handful of this or that throughout the day can be enough to slow things down. Be aware of what you are choosing to eat.

6. Are you sleep deprived and/or stressed out? Either of these issues can cause your stress hormones to be out of balance and lead to increased fat storage—especially around the belly. If you are under a lot of stress and/or not sleeping restfully at night, I suggest you double up on your Ionix Supreme. Meditation and light physical activity may also be helpful in restoring your natural rhythms.

7. How often are you cleansing? For some of you, you may be cleansing too often and for others, you may not be cleansing enough. Keep your body guessing! Two consecutive Cleanse Days is the deepest advisable cleanse and the most effective way to burn fat. However, some people may do this too often. In which case, I recommend that you switch things up. Perhaps do double Cleanse Days every other week. Or, you can try one Cleanse Day one week and then a two Cleanse Days the next week. Maybe switch to drinking 1 or2 ounces daily (“daily cleansing”) for a while instead. Two to four ounces of Cleanse for Life before bed on an empty stomach may be helpful for many people, too. Remember to hydrate well throughout the day whether you are “deep” or “daily cleansing.” The key to all of this is to keep your body guessing by making sure to switch things up!

8. Are your foods settling? Food allergies and sensitivities may be playing a role in slowing weight loss results. Be aware of what foods you are eating and whether or not they are “jiving” with your body. Avoid any obvious foods sensitivities or intolerances.

9. Are you maximizing your meals? If not, consider Vanilla IsaPro! Adding 1 scoop of IsaPro to 1 or 1 ½ scoops of IsaLean shake can be helpful for optimizing your metabolism. The boost to protein can make a huge difference to anyone with a sluggish metabolism. Extra protein also keeps your appetite satisfied longer and promotes maintenance of muscle, a key element for plateau busting!

10. How many steps do you take every day? Get out there and move! Exercise is so important for our general health and it makes a huge difference in transforming our body composition. Daily exercise increases metabolism naturally as we build muscle. Incorporate strength and resistance training as well as cardio exercise for optimal fat burning results.

11. Are you following the plan? Are you committed to getting the best results? Are your food choices optimal? Are you adding too many extra calories to your shakes and to your snacking? Be honest with yourself. If we are honest with ourselves, sometimes we realize that we could be more committed and disciplined. For some of us, it’s this discipline that makes all of the difference in achieving our goals. Then maintenance becomes a lot easier. Stay strong in order to truly transform your body so that you can look and feel your absolute best!

About the Author

Dr. Ina Nozek

Dr. Ina S. Nozek is a clinical nutritionist; was in private practice from 1987 until 2009; specializing in stubborn weight loss and detoxification. She holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College. She and her husband, Dr. Glenn Nozek owned and directed the Lifeline Center for Holistic Health. They were also the co-hosts of a cable TV series entitled, Lifeline; and a radio show entitled, Listen for your health. She and her husband live in Toms River, New Jersey, with their three children, Max, Arielle, and Jake.

Bisphenol A (BPA), an industrial chemical linked to serious health problems, has come under consumer fire worldwide because of its use in everyday items such as canned food linings, hard plastic bottles, and store register receipts. The chemical is not used in any packaging by Isagenix and the company has historically warned consumers of the harmful effects of BPA and other chemicals present in our food, air, and water.

Finally, by March 31, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will decide whether or not to ban the use of BPA in food packaging across the nation. The decision is in response to a lawsuit brought against the FDA by the Natural Resources Defense Council, which sued the organization for inaction after the National Toxicology Program released an alarming report in April 2008 linking the chemical to effects on infant development.

While the FDA has not yet made their official ruling, in 2010 the agency reversed its position on BPA of 40 years and said it would expand regulation of the chemical. The agency launched an investigation into health effects of BPA at low doses and currently recommends consumers reduce exposure to BPA, particularly children.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 92 percent of Americans have trace levels of BPA in their urine, with the largest proportion in children. BPA can leach into food and drinks when heated, which may raise the risk of brain and behavioral problems, infertility, obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

Because of its similar chemical structure as estrogen, BPA may disrupt natural hormones in the body affecting development of reproductive organs, the signaling in the brain,  expression of genes. It may also contribute to development of chronic disease.

Widespread Use

Under the current regulations, BPA is classified as a “food additive” and manufacturers do not have to report its inclusion in their products. The chemical is used in food packaging for its role in making plastic shatter proof and has widespread use in hard plastic bottles, soda cans, canned foods, and as a protective liner in hundreds of other packaging materials.

Hundreds of different formulations of BPA are in circulation found in everything from food containers to water pipes to dental sealants. More than 45 billion kilograms of plastic are manufactured in the United States every year, along with six billion tons of BPA. Incidentally, BPA ranks among the top 2 percent of high production chemicals.

The FDA decision may be similar to that of Health Canada. In 2010, Health Canada officially declared BPA a toxic substance under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, which led the government to limit the use of BPA in food products.

Previously, in 2008, Health Canada banned the use of BPA in baby bottles along with several U.S. states enacting their own regulations.

Isagenix Products Safety

Isagenix is committed to promoting health and wellness through dietary quality and safety. All of our products and packaging are guaranteed BPA free. Products and packaging include all HDPE (high density polyethylene) plastic containers, shakers, and blenders. HDPE, in particular, is considered one of the safest plastics in the world.

The company demands the highest quality products for consumers. The environment is replete with toxins—from pollutants in water, air, and food—and Isagenix takes pride in helping you lead a healthy lifestyle with minimized exposure to toxic chemicals.

Isagenix maintains a proactive approach to minimizing exposure of toxic pollutants to consumers by choosing packaging that is free of BPA, dioxins, and other harmful chemicals that may leach into and compromise the nutritional quality of our products.

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A box of chocolates this Valentine’s Day may be key for a long-lasting, healthy relationship… and heart, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis just published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

The study pooled data from 42 randomized controlled trials that included 1,297 subjects and found consistent short- and long-term cardiovascular benefits from intake of chocolate, cocoa, or cocoa flavanols—the antioxidant components of chocolate. Chocolate eating was associated with better toned blood vessels, blood flow, and maintenance of blood pressure. Additionally, chocolate eating was linked to better insulin sensitivity, a previously unreported finding.

The researchers evaluated several effects of cocoa flavanols on cardiovascular risk factors such as blood vessel elasticity (endothelial function), inflammation, and platelet function. Notably, chocolate appeared to help blood vessels become more elastic and flexible regardless of how much eaten per day.For most of us, the quantity of chocolate we eat is not a problem, but as usual, quality is the key. The study results are no reason to over-indulge in chocolate, the authors caution, as the sugar-and-fat calories can quickly add up. Unless the goal is to gain weight, there still needs to be moderation in chocolate-eating habits.

High Quality IsaDelight Plus 

Getting cardiovascular benefits from chocolate can be as simple as eating a couple or more pieces of IsaDelight Plus Dark Chocolates, specially formulated to be rich in antioxidant flavanols yet be low in calories. The chocolates also come packed with metabolism-boosting green tea extract and brain-supporting amino acids to assist in weight management. Healthy snacking never tasted so good!

Feeling bitter about dark chocolate for your Valentine? Give your sweetie a sweeter version with the new IsaDelight Plus Milk Chocolates. Still packed with cocoa flavanols, green tea extract, and amino acids, IsaDelight Plus Milk Chocolates offer a delicious, antioxidant-rich alternative.

For chocolate lovers, the additional evidence confirming cocoa’s heart-health benefits is great news. However, note that chocolate will not undo years of inactivity and a poor diet. Yet it can help jump-start the journey towards a healthier heart and overall you, especially when combined with Cleanse Days and Shake Days of an Isagenix system.

Reference

Hooper L et al. effects of chocolate, cocoa, and flavan-3-ols on cardiovascular health: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials. Am J Clin Nutr 2012; doi: 10.3945/ajcn.111.023457.

During this Teleconference you’ll here John Anderson and Dr. Bill Andrews talk about why Product B is revolutionary.  You’ll get to here Anderson explain why you can’t get “hits” (Telomerase activation) just from using the botanicals in Product B and the special process he goes through with these botanicals to get the best out of them.  Bill Andrews states, “I don’t know what magic John is working on these botanicals, but before we met him we’ve screened thousands of natural product and we never got a hit.  Whatever magic John is doing it is working.”

John Anderson also spoke of 2 additional independent studies that have been one showing Telomerase activity in Product B, one of them being a very prestigious lab that replicated 8 TIMES Telomerase activity (I am assuming this is most likely the lab used by Maria Blasco, head of Spain’s Cancer Research Center).   This aside from from Scierra Sciences has already discovered.  I’ve been taking the “2nd generation” of Product B and have gotten incredible results, so I’m definitely looking forward to the “3rd generation” of Product B John is talking about coming available.

Product B by Isagenix has just been announced as a nominee for the World’s first supplement of the year award.

ALIVE New York 2012 is the World’s biggest celebrity health event and awards show taking place June 21st & 22nd, 2012.

This is the first time where such an announcement has been made in the health & wellness industry. The new anti-aging science regarding Telomeres, won the the Noble Prize in Physiology, has made Isagenix’s new Product B, the most advanced supplement known to mankind in this day and age.  With the telomere science quickly evolving, it is no surprise that this is the year that the world has decided to vote on a “The World’s Supplement of the Year Award”.

http://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/medicine/laureates/2009/press.html.

Isagenix has more patents than any company worldwide in the telomere research and development field. Product B is leading the way in anti-aging telomere science.

ALIVE New York will be global live streaming in over 50 countries with speakers such as David Wolfe, Dr. Robert Young author of “The pH Miracle”, Brendan Brazier, Founder of Vega, and more. It is estimated that the audience of ALIVE New York will potentially surpass 30 million viewers through the live stream.

There is also talk that the Isagenix formulators of Product B, Dr. John Anderson and DNA Telomere Research Dr.Bill Andrews will also be there to explain  at this pay per view event the telomere roll behind aging and why it is having such a huge impact recently in the anti-aging & wellness industries.

With this science,  researchers have found a way to stop and reverse the aging process in rats so far. Since it’s release in April of 2011, Product B by Isagenix consumers are making bold statements regarding how more vibrant and healthy they feel just after a month’s of use. Reports of amazing energy and mental clarity have also been noticed almost instantly. Research on the results is currently underway.

For more info on how Isagenix is leading the way in this field, click here:http://www.isamovie.com/whatsAgingYou.html

There is surely a reason why Isagenix and this science are creating such a buzz recently in the major news channels. Here are a few of the most recent headlines:

“Isagenix Product B & Telomere Support on Today Show” Today Show Dec 13^th, 2011 :http://superiorcleansing.com/dr-bill-andrews-on-today-show-mentions-new-supplement-product-b/

“Scientists Say They’re Close to Unlocking the Secrets of Immortality” : MSNBC News Dec 13^th, 2011 : http://news.mobile.msn.com/en-us/articles.aspx?aid=45654223&afid=1

“How to Live to 100, Behind the Science of Aging” Today Show Sept 1^st, 2011 :http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI70O69EZY8&feature=results_main&playnext=1&list=PL9CC1DE1FEAC7DD3C

“Eternal Youth?” ABC News w/ Diane Sawyer Dec 2010 : http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=A24qkFjFazs

“The Man Who Would Stop Time” Popular Science Magazine August 2011 : http://superiorcleansing.com/popular-science-dr-bill-andrews-the-man-who-would-be-immortal/

ALIVE NEW YORK is sponsored by American Anti-Cancer Institute, UGG Australia, Synergy Drinks, & Vega.

You can find ALIVE at www.facebook.com/ALIVENewYork and www.ALIVENewYork.com . For ticket info, please visit https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/219817.

Stay tuned for more information mid February…

To get started on Product B, click here!

Scientist are saying that sugar is way too harmful to people’s health and should be regulated like Alcohol and Tobacco.  Scientist believe that soda, for example, should be have an age limit so that only people above the age of 17 can drink it.  After cleansing my body with Cleanse For Life, and trying to do so often, my body tells me when I’ve had enough sugar.  I don’t think these Scientists are saying we should never eat sugar, just that it should be in moderation.