Safer Phone and WiFi Use

From eNewsletter 11/15/2023

DID YOU KNOW that a study in JAMA Network Open found that more physical activity in late childhood (10-14 years old) is associated with an increase in brain volume in regions involved in cognition, emotion, learning, and psychiatric illness?

Every additional hour per week in sports participation was associated with a larger volume change in subcortical gray matter and total white matter. Outdoor play was associated with increased amygdala and hippocampus volume.

Thus, the authors state physical activity is one of the most promising lifestyle choices to support children's intelligence and emotional health.

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Tips for Safer Phone & WiFi Use

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Tips for Safer Phone and WiFi Use

Steve: Thanks to our client Marne for sharing these useful tips.

Mobile phones, tablets and WiFi computers have become an integral part of daily life. Nonetheless, the majority of modern research shows that even low intensities of the non-ionizing radiation they emit can affect biology in various ways over time.

Limiting the amount of time spent on devices and extending the distance between the radiating device and the body are the main ways you can impact your own exposure and lower the risk of negative effects over time. Here are some recommendations for safer use:

MOBILE PHONES:

Whenever the cell phone is powered on, keep it away from your head and body.

Text or use a wired headset or speakerphone for calls if possible.

Use the phone when there is good connectivity (all bars are filled), and avoid using it in an elevator or moving vehicle.

Carry your phone in a backpack, bag or purse. Don’t keep it in your pocket or tucked in clothing unless it is in Airplane mode.

Protect children and babies from exposure to mobile phone radiation as much as possible, especially when you are holding or otherwise very near your child.

WIFI:

Rather than on your lap, keep tablets and "laptop" computers on a table or a laptop desk, so there is distance from the body.

When possible, use an ethernet (wired) connection rather than WIFI whenever possible.

Keep the WiFi router (modem) away from your work space, bed, or other places you spend extended time.

If possible, turn off the router when WiFi is not in use, especially overnight when you are sleeping.

Children's schools should be encouraged to use ethernet connections whenever possible. If not possible, WiFi “on demand” should be used, rather than routers that are turned on and radiating all the time.

Avoid using tablets and laptops in rows (such as in a classroom) where someone else’s head or body could be directly in front of the screen in use (WiFi antennas are generally located near the screen).

And remember, distance is your friend! Radiation begins to drop off significantly even a short distance away.

Optimize Protein Absorption

From eNewsletter 11/13/2023

DID YOU KNOW that it doesn't take much movement to vastly improve your well being?

A short walk every half hour saw blood sugar spikes after a meal reduced by almost 60%, according to a study from Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. On the flip side, irrespective of whether a person exercised, if they sat for more than 12-13 hours a day, they were more than twice as likely to die early, compared to people who sat the least.

The results of a recent study in JAMA Oncology suggest that even short periods of intense, intermittent physical activity lasting 1 or 2 minutes are associated with a lower risk for cancer.

The moral of the story? Get up and move every 30-60 minutes.

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Optimize Protein Absorption

Steve: Depending upon your genetic makeup, some who choose vegan or vegetarian diets to improve their health often suffer declining health instead. Here's some of the latest research on why you should always consult a knowledgable health professional before eschewing animal protein.

Veganism

Children following a vegan diet are at higher risk of nutrient deficiencies than children that include animal proteins. A study from Medrxiv found vegan children are more likely to have a lower intake of protein, energy, vitamin B12, vitamin D along with omega 3 fatty acids putting them at greater risk of bone loss, particularly if they don’t take dietary supplements.

According to a study in Nutrition Reviews, children and adolescents on plant-based diets, especially those on vegan and macrobiotic diets, may be at risk of developing vitamin B12 deficiency.

According to a study from Advances in Nutrition, current evidence does not support that a vegan-type diet will enhance performance, adaptation, or recovery in athletes. However, vegan diets consumed spontaneously may induce suboptimal intakes of key nutrients, most notably quantity and/or quality of dietary protein and specific micronutrients such as iron, calcium, vitamin B12, and vitamin D.

Vegetarianism

Results of a Nutrients study show that adherence to a plant-based diet is associated with decreased bone mineral density. Furthermore, a negative association was found between plant-based diets and osteopenia, which was more significant at the lumbar spine compared to the femoral neck.

Animal Versus Plant Protein Bioavailability

Two ounce portions of pork and eggs resulted in greater essential amino acid (EAA) bioavailability then black beans and almonds in young and older adults. Pork resulted in greater EAA bioavailability than eggs. There were no differences in EAA bioavailability between black beans and almonds, as reported in Nutrients.

Choline

Given the association of higher choline intakes with egg consumption, increasing usual egg intake in infants and young children, if not allergic, elevates the percentage meeting the established adequate intake for choline intake and thus, improves choline adequacy in childhood.

Cow's Milk Protein

In addition to vegan and vegetarian diets, dairy protein intake should also be individualized as high intakes of dairy products may be associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer in some men, according to a study in British Journal of Nutrition.

2 Forever Meds on the Hot Seat

From eNewsletter 11/8/2023

DID YOU KNOW that two "forever" medications have come under fire again?

According to a new study from Alzheimer's and Dementia, the class of acid reflux medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs such as Omeprazole, Nexium, Prilosec, among others) were again associated with a 36% increased risk of dementia. Defenders of PPIs will have a hard time arguing these fundamentals.

• Researchers collected data on dementia diagnoses and prescription PPI use among 2 million individuals aged 60-75 years between 2000 and 2018. The median follow-up time was 10.3 years.

The other forever medication, a class of cholesterol lowering meds called statins, were again linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study from The British Medical Journal (BMJ). In this study, over 4000 subjects were followed for 3 years and in that time, their type 2 diabetes risk went up 7.2%.

It may sound like a broken record, but we still find that too many of our clients, old and new, are on these medications unnecessarily, and you are not likely to hear about the deleterious side effects elsewhere.

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Struggling for gift ideas this holiday season? From consultation gift certificates to human and pet supplements, what better gift can you give than the gift of wellness?

Loyalty Rewards

We're nearing the end of 2023, so this is your reminder to stock up to take advantage of your loyalty rewards. We track and apply discounts as you achieve certain dollar thresholds, but feel free to ask us if you qualify for a loyalty discount or are close to one. NOTE: all accounts reset to zero in 2024, so get your orders in before the end of the year.

Steve Minsky MS, HWC

As a Health and Wellness Counselor, Steve analyzes and offer solutions to optimize human functioning not only with food, but every aspect of your lifestyle, whether for prevention or healing. More info on Steve's services.

Text Us If Convenient at (847) 497-0902 Text is quickest way to get communicate with us. Type (847) 497-0902. Questions for Bonnie do not apply.

Pet Wellness Our dietary supplement line for dogs and cats, ThorneVet, has an impeccable reputation among veterinarians. Carolyn Martinelli "Coach Care" can answer your questions about ThorneVet pet supplements at nutroconpet@gmail.com. Please leave detailed contact information as well as the name, age, sex, breed, and/or health issue(s) and med(s) of your pet so Carolyn can respond accordingly. To order from our wellness shop, please visit here (for prices, enter the Guest Area password: discount2018). Online Gift Cards Giving the gift of wellness has never been easier. Order your gift cards here.

Upcoming Wellness Screenings

Food Intolerance Blood Draw

Options to set up a Biotrition food intolerance test blood draw. By appointment only:

1. One Saturday per month at Biotrition in Glenview - next date TBD

2. MON-FRI 9AM-3PM at NICL Labs in Northbrook

Text, email, or call us to set up your appointment.

Infection Support

For Prevention or During Infection

Year-round infection is the new normal. We are exposed to many endemic viruses including SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), norovirus (stomach flu), adenovirus (common cold), monkeypox, and four other coronaviruses (common cold), among others. Support your immune system with our Free Prevent and Fight Infection 2.0 Protocol here.

Have a happy, healthy day! Steve and Bonnie Minsky

In Today's Issue...

• WC Feature* Emotional Survival Guide for the Holidays

• Fight AGEs

• November 20% OFF Sale Items

• Case Report

• Chiro Corner NEW!

• Pure Genomics

• Blog Briefs NEW!

• Well Connect Member Benefits

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Fight AGEs

Steve: Advanced glycation end products (AGEs), created mostly by sugary foods, speed up cell-death and like the acronym says, speeds up the aging process. As studies from Nutrition Reviews and Cell Reports state, we can only renew our cells so many times, so the less we have to do so, the longer our healthspan will be.

Skin aging is particularly impacted by AGEs. Accumulation within the skin results in typical structural and functional changes that are colloquially known as sugar sag. AGEs have a large impact on the collagen and elastin fibers that maintain the structural framework of the skin and provide resilience and elasticity. Collagen may undergo up to a 50% increase in glycation over a lifetime. Glycation is closely related to oxidation and inflammation as well.

A new study from eLife shows that Big Food has a big part to play in fomenting AGEs. Researchers have determined for the first time that AGEs in cooked or processed foods increase hunger and test our willpower or ability to make healthy choices when it comes to food.

Aside from avoiding added sugars as much as possible, consumption of a diet rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, such as olive oil, and omega-3 fatty acids from fish, as well as a quality collagen powder can lower blood concentrations of AGEs. Different phytonutrients in fruits and vegetables, tea leaves, nuts and seeds, and dietary supplements, act to limit AGEs damaging effects.

A study in Nutrients also found certain cooking methods are more apt to create AGEs. In the case of red meat being grilled on high heat, consumption of AGEs increased 25%. Try to grill at low heat and be sure to marinate prior to cooking.

Diagnostically, if you are looking for common indicators of excess AGEs, look no further than high levels of triglycerides and hemoglobin A1C.