Inflammaging

Do you experience any of the following?:

* Extreme Fatigue, Muscle Weakness

* Muscle and Joint Pain/Inflammation

* Digestive Problems

* Yeast Infections

* Weight Loss/Gain

* Anxiety/Depression

* Memory Problems

* Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

* Reoccuring Headaches, Low Grade Fever

* Allergies: food, chemical, environmental

If so you are not alone, it's estimated nearly 72 million Americans have an Auto Immune (AI) Disease and only about a third, or 24 million, have been diagnosed. Even more alarming is AI disease is the 3rd leading cause of mortality in the industrialized world behind heart disease and cancer.

You might ask if this is so prevalent, then why are only a third being diagnosed? Unfortunately, our current medical system waits until the signs and symptoms are severe enough with organ failure and irreversible damage before it is identified/diagnosed. We are also to blame, by settling for over the counter "band-aids" to mask or temporarily relieve our symptoms (aspirin, Tylenol, antacids, energy drinks, caffeine, etc...), we fail to realize this is our body's way of telling us something is wrong and needs to be addressed.

Once an individual has been diagnosed, the traditional treatment options for most AI diseases are limited, generally seek to suppress the immune system and have many unwanted side effects.

Fortunately technology is improving, and we can check the immune system for sensitivities and allergies to foods, fungus, chemicals and other environmental stressors. We are also able to detect the buildup of antibodies years in advance of the diagnosis of an AI disease. In addition, we have developed and implemented a personalized protocol of targeted nutriceuticals (including pre/probiotics, Vitamin D, EPA-DHA, Glutamine, Curcumin), and a diet that allows for a reduction of inflammation and an improvement in quality of life.

For more info on testing, proper protocols and testimonials, please contact our office at 562.795.5180. You do not have to live with these symptoms, there is a better quality of life available. If you know anyone else who suffers from these symptoms and would benefit from this information, please forward the link.

Additional articles that identify the importance of personalized nutriceutical and dietary plans aimed at improving underlying causes associated with Inflammation and AI diseases can be found at the following website:

http://www.meta-ehealth.com/site/office/search.jsp?keyword=inflammation

Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Wanted to update everyone on a new therapy at the clinic, Testopel.  Testopel is a small pellet (about the size of a grain of rice) that will deliver a steady dose of testosterone, keeping you in normal range for 4-6 months.  The pellets are inserted beneath the skin during a simple and painless procedure that takes about 5-10 minutes.

Common symptoms of testosterone deficiency include:

• Fatigue, low libido
  
• Depression, Insomnia
• Muscle weakness and pain

If you or a loved one are concerned about low testosterone levels, or looking for an alternative to applying a cream everyday, this simple procedure might be right for you.

Testopel is the only FDA approved long-acting testosterone pellet, and is covered by most insurance plans.  In addition, 93% of patients who try Testopel continue with the treatment.

For more info or to schedule an appointment, call the office at 562.795.5180.

Flu Frenzy

  As every news outlet carries 24/7 coverage of the swine flu, you've no doubt become aware of the symptoms associated with it and how quick it can spread.  There are reports that a vaccine is in the works, and speculation is it won't be ready for several months.  To understand the vaccine, you must first understand the flu.  Genetic material within the influenza virus constantly mutates, and by the time a vaccine has been created for a certain strain of the virus, the virus itself has already mutated into a different strain.  Despite this continuous game of catch up, there are several preventative measures we provide our patients to maintain a healthy immune system to resist the flu virus:

1. Vitamin and Mineral IV therapies
   
2. Homeopathic Virus Treatments- remedies to aide our defense system that combat viral   and bacterial infections.
3. Proper diet-  to keep blood sugars stable and incorporate foods that support a healthy     immune function.
4. Exercise-  20-30 minutes a day stimulates the immune system.
   
5. Rest/Sleep- 7-8 hours a day is required for proper rejuvination
   
6. Proper Hygiene-  regularly wash your hands under warm water at least 30 seconds.
   
7. Osteopathic Manipulation and Lymphatic Massage have been researched and published as powerful modalities to boost the immune system.

  If you have questions regarding the flu and preventative treatments available, call us at 562.795.5180.  Ask about our special Flu IV only $50.

  In addition, we hope you can join us at the clinic on Wed., May 20th at 6 pm as our monthly workshop topic will focus on Supporting a Healthy Immune System.  We will have multiple speakers covering several aspects on this topic, see you there.

Heart Health

  According to a study in the European Heart Journal, a blood marker called apolipoprotein B (apo B) may be a better way to predict a fatal heart attack than a cholesterol test. Here's why: while standard cholesterol test measure the number of LDL (bad cholesterol), an Apo B test takes it a bit further and measures the density of LDL. This is important because, small, dense LDL particles, as measured by apo B, are more commonly present in persons with coronary artery disease (CAD) than an increased LDL cholesterol level.
 

  Cholesterol is not quite the villain it's made out to be and turns out to be useful and necessary in the body. When lowered with statins, you increase your risk for a host of other problems: decreased function of liver and kidneys, muscle aches, dizziness, upset stomach, and more. This could result from the following nutrients being depleted while on the medication: CoQ 10, Vitamins A, B12, D, E, K, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid and Iron.
  

  If you are concerned about your heart health, contact the clinic at 562.795.5180 and request an Apo B test. If you or someone you know are on statins or considering statins, please consider increasing your exercise, and reducing the saturated fat in your diet to lower your cholesterol.  Please call the office with any questions.