Wednesday, October 22, 2014

"Elevated Homocysteine levels" .... Should we be asking our Doctor to include checking for elevated "Homocysteine" levels in our next routine blood test? ... Inflammation, High Homocysteine levels may be indicator of certain disease' s...Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Arthritis, Lupus etc.



I have written about elevated Homocysteine levels and it's relationship to inflammation and illness on my website  back in August of 2005... At the time I was reading and studying a book written by Dr. Richard Flemming called "Stop Inflammation Now".

Patient's following his "Primarily Plant based Diet" ... where able to reduce elevated "Homocysteine levels.



Reducing Inflammation may be key to a healthier you... the role of enzymes.




Homocysteine: One of the Best Objective Markers of How Healthy You Are

 


As a general marker of overall health status, few tests carry greater predictive weight than homocysteine.
The amount of homocysteine in your blood is one of the best objective indicators of how healthy you are and how long you are going to live.
A high blood level of homocysteine is a reliable risk factor for each of the following:
  • Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
  • Cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Thyroid-related health challenges
  • Neurological conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's
  • Depression
  • Infertility
  • Chronic Pain
  • Digestive Disorders



Diet,... You are what you eat! You can make a difference.

For Inspiration to a healthier you...
Here is a link to a recipe for Low Fat Vegan PumpkinCarrotRaisin Muffins...
I have made this twice now and can tell you that they are delicious...

I added small amounts Chia seeds, Flax meal and Hemp seeds for an added boost of nutrition.

Keep the faith,

Laurel



Tuesday, October 14, 2014