This article explores the health benefits of alpha-lipoic acid, particularly for blood sugar control, and reviews the science behind its effects.
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Flaxseed: Lowers Sugar And Awesome Source of Valuable Omega 3
This article discusses the uses of flaxseed to lower post-prandial blood sugar and as an inexpensive source of omega-3 fatty acids. Flaxseed, often referred to as a “superfood,” has been recognized for its numerous health benefits, including its ability to lower postprandial hyperglycemia. This tiny seed is rich in nutrients, such as fiber, omega-3 fatty…
Maltodextrin Exposed: The Hidden Sugar Found in Sugar-Free Sweeteners
This article discusses the dangers of maltodextrin hidden in sugar-free sweeteners. Many people turn to artificial sweeteners as a substitute in their quest to cut sugar and calories from their diets. While marketed as a healthier alternative, some artificial sweeteners contain maltodextrin, which can seriously affect blood sugar levels, weight management, and overall health. What…
11 Best Morning Supplements For Energy
This article discusses supplements that support energy production, reduce fatigue, and optimize your body’s natural processes. If you’re looking for ways to boost your energy levels in the morning, certain supplements can help improve alertness, mental clarity, and physical stamina. Here’s an in-depth look at the best morning energy supplements, how they work, their recommended…
Green Tea: How To Brew For Max Health Benefits
This article explores the science behind green tea, compares it to other teas, and provides practical tips for maximizing its benefits. Green tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world, celebrated for its delicate flavor and numerous health benefits. From improving metabolism to managing blood sugar levels, green tea owes much of…
This Is What The Amazing Insulin Plant Can Do To Blood Sugar
In this article, we’ll explore the effects of the insulin plant on health, especially on blood sugar, and examine the research behind its benefits. The insulin plant, scientifically known as Chamaecostus cuspidatus or Costus igneus, has gained popularity in natural health circles for its purported ability to help manage blood sugar levels. Often referred to…
Control Sugar Naturally With Gymnema Sylvestre’s Powerful Benefits
This article explores how Gymnema Sylvestre impacts blood sugar, its potential benefits for metabolic health, and how to use it safely. Gymnema Sylvestre, often called the “sugar destroyer,” is an herb with a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for managing diabetes and blood sugar levels. Modern research has begun to uncover the…
Thoughts on Natto Making, Eating and Clean-up
This article contains suggestions on making natto. Natto is traditionally made from fermented soybeans cultured with the Bacillus Subtilis bacteria. Natto is the source of nattokinase which has many health benefits. Insulin Resistance and Atherosclerosis and the Nattokinase Solution The Outstanding Vascular Effects and Dose of Nattokinase Another Study shows Nattokinase can Destroy the S1…
Parkinsonism resolved by Nattokinase
Recently, I published Prostate and Vascular problems relieved with Nattokinase. In it, I described a case of a man in his mid-60s whose symptoms of long-standing prostate pain and vascular problems in the legs improved after one month of a nattokinase and serratiopeptidase combination. His doctors are at a loss on what is happening with…
Nattokinase Degrades Amyloids and Prions
This article discusses the research that showed that nattokinase could dissolve amyloids and prion proteins. What are Amyloids and Prions? Both are abnormal proteins because they are misfolded. Proteins in the different parts of the body serve many functions. Proteins can be structural (bone), related to movement (muscles), and protection (skin). Proteins are also found…
Should you take nattokinase on an empty stomach?
Can nattokinase survive the acidity of the stomach? Is absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract? Can you cook natto and retain the health benefits of nattokinase? To answer that, we look at studies showing gastrointestinal absorption, optimum pH, and temperatures to retain nattokinase activity. But before that, in case you are new here, I wrote about…
Natto: An application of the 80-20 Rule
The 80-20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, says that 80% of outcomes or outputs result from 20% of all causes for any given event. The ratio does not have to be 80-20 all the time. Essentially, it says that a massive amount of results can happen from a small amount of effort. Regarding…
How I Made and Appreciated Natto
This article discusses how I made my first batch of natto. I figured that with all the health benefits I learned about natto and nattokinase, I would be crazy not to take it. I don’t know any store or restaurant that sells it around my area, so I decided to make my own. It was…
Protective Effects of Nattokinase against Strokes
This article discusses how nattokinase can protect the brain from the destructive effects of strokes. Nattokinase (NK) is an enzyme derived from natto, a fermented Japanese food. It has been consumed for over a thousand years. Stroke Strokes or ischemic cerebrovascular accidents (CVA) cause cerebral ischemia, a condition in which the blood and oxygen supply…
Insulin Resistance and Atherosclerosis and the Nattokinase Solution
This article discusses the relationship between insulin resistance and atherosclerosis formation and how nattokinase improves both. In a study that I previously referred to by Ren et al., they compared nattokinase (NK) 6,000 units with simvastatin 20 mg in 72 patients. After 26 weeks, it showed that nattokinase (NK) and simvastatin could decrease total cholesterol…
How to dose Nattokinase, Bromelain and NAC
This article discusses the step-by-step approach I will take if I want to take nattokinase, bromelain, or N-acetylcysteine to get rid of the spike proteins in the body. After reading the following articles, some readers have been asking about the dose of nattokinase, bromelain, and NAC. Nattokinase Degrades the SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein Another Study shows…
Soy Foods Do Not Increase Breast Cancer Risk
This article presents a series of studies showing that soy intake does not increase breast cancer risk. In contrast, the opposite is true. Soy intake lowers the risk of breast cancer. Breast cancer is currently the most common cancer globally, accounting for 12.5% of all new annual cancer cases worldwide. It is the second most…
High-Dose Nattokinase to Shrink Atherosclerosis and Lower Blood Lipids
A study shows a daily dose of 10,800 FU of nattokinase (NK) to decrease atherosclerotic plaque and lower total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides. Nattokinase is an enzyme derived from natto, a Japanese food from fermented soybeans. Natto has been enjoyed and proven safe for eating for more than a thousand years. FU stands for Fibrin…
Nattokinase is Nontoxic with a High Safety Margin
Two studies showed no safety concerns for nattokinase regarding toxicity and genotoxicity.[1] Nattokinase is derived from natto made from fermented soybeans, a Japanese food. The first was published in Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology in 2019. The authors are from Shenyang Pharmaceutical University and Sungen Biotech Company in China. The study was part of the preclinical evaluation…