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Page 16 The Willner Window Product Reference Catalog, Fall 2018 Since 1911 • Willner Chemists: The Nutritional Supplement Professionals Cautions: Pregnancy, Nursing Dosage: Take one 375 mg veggie capsule once or twice a day. References: Acai Berry (Euterpe oleraceae) is the fruit of a palm tree native to South America. The pulp and skin of acai are rich in anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins, and other fatty acids. Studies have shown that acai has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and apoptic (programmed cell death). effects A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, showed extracts of Acai berries triggered apoptosis in up to 86 percent of leukemia cells tested. Mangosteen (Garcinia magostana) is a plant native to Southeast Asia. Studies reveal that xanthones from the fruit hulls of mangosteen have antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti?inflammatory properties. In one study mangosteen’s xanthones significantly inhibited the growth of leukemia cells. One xanthone in particular, alpha?mangostin, showed complete inhibition of leukemia cells through the induction of apoptosis (programmed cell death). Other studies indicate xanthones from mangosteen inhibit the activities of COX?1 and COX?2 enzymes, prevent oxidative damage of LDL cholesterol, have cytotoxic effects on liver cancer cells, and are antiproliferative, antioxidative, and apoptic against breast cancer cells. Goji Berry (Lycium barbarum) polysaccharides exhibit anti- tumor, immune enhancing and liver-protective properties. Studies suggest that Goji polysacharides have positive effects when used with conventional cancer treatments. A 1994 study done in China on patients with a variety of cancers revealed that patients who were given Goji Berry polysaccharides along with their conventional cancer treatment had a 40.9 percent response rate to the treatment, while patients who received conventional treatment without the Goji Berry supplement had only a 16.1 percent response rate. Additionally the Goji Berry supplemented patients experienced longer remissions and had a significant increase in natural killer cell activity. Goji berries contain high levels of Zeaxanthin, a carotenoid necessary for healthy vision that is present in high amounts in the macula of the human eye. The Zeaxanthin in Goji berries is a naturally esterifed zeaxanthin which has been proven to cause a higher increase in plasma levels than the non-esterified form contained in many supplements. Researchers have concluded that Goji is one of the best antioxidants to promote healthy aging. Pomegranate (Punica granatum) contains thousands of phytochemicals including anthocyananins, ellagic acid derivatives, catechins and procyandins, flavonols, fatty acids and sterols. Human studies show that pomegranate polyphenols and their metabolites offer protection against various diseases. Pomegranate increases nitric oxide production in the endothelial cells of the vascular system protecting against cardiovascular disease. Studies show consumption of the juice benefits patients with carotid artery stenosis, those with hypertension, and those with coronary heart disease. Pomegranate has been heavily studied in the treatment of prostate cancer. In one study when men with aggressive prostate cancer were given pomegranate juice daily after treatment by surgery or radiation, there was over a four-fold prolonged delay in prostate specific antigen (PSA) doubling time, and the rate of PSA rise was reduced by 50% over the course of just one year. Numerous other studies demonstrate pomegranate inhibits inflammation, slows cartilage loss in arthritis, improves sperm health, and increases the overall antioxidant capacity of the blood. The powerful antioxidants in Green Tea may help fight the free radicals that contribute to skin, lung, and stomach cancer as well as contribute to lowered blood pressure and LDL cholesterol. Green Tea is rich in a type of polyphenol called catechin. Catechins are 40 to 200 times more effective in seeking out and destroying free radicals than Vitamin A, C and E. These catechins include four major polyphenols including epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epicatechin gallate (ECG), epigallocatechin (EGC) and epicatechin (EC). Of these compounds EGCG is the most abundant in green tea and has generated the most interest. Peer?reviewed scientific research has consistently shown that EGCG is a potent antioxidant, deactivating health-damaging free-radicals. By virtue of its antioxidant effects EGCG has been shown to exert a number of beneficial activities, such as reducing inflammation, and normalizing cell and tissue functions. In promoting cardiovascular health EGCG has been shown to inhibit free-radical activity in the arteries, improving coronary circulation. Other studies have shown that ECGC has a benefit in normalizing blood glucose and protecting the pancreas from oxidative damage, as well as in boosting metabolism and burning fat. Green tea catechins and ECGC in particular have also been shown to naturally support detoxification and the elimination of toxic substances from the body while protecting the liver. Grape skin and grape seed extracts are anti-inflammatory and radioprotective. They are abundant in a group of polyphenols called procyanidins. Procyanidins are strong antioxidants, lipid peroxidation inhibitors, and free radical scavengers. Procyanidins have antimutagenic effects, meaning they can counteract environmental mutagens, which are thought to be one of the causes of chronic degenerative diseases. Procyanidins also increase circulation making them helpful for conditions such as venous insufficiency (a condition in which the veins have trouble sending blood from the legs back to the heart). A placebo controlled study showed that treatment with procyanidins improved venous functionality and reduced pain, cramps, edema and paresthesias (tingling). Due to procyanidins positive effects on circulation, grape skin and seed extracts are helpful for numerous vision disorders. Studies show treatment with procyanidins from the extracts . . . continued on page 20 Important Notice: The information given here is designed to help you make informed decisions about your health, and the proper use of dietary supplements. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, nor a substitute for any treatment that may have been prescribed by your doctor. If you have a medical problem, you should seek medical help. Products described herein are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or mitigate disease. Product Reference Guide: Willner Chemists Phyto-Tech™ Herbal Supplements New findings show the brain and gut connect to help control appetite. In this study, doctors gave 105 men and women a placebo or 10 mg of the probiotic L-rhamnosus plus 210 mg of the prebiotic oligofructose and 90 mg of the prebiotic inulin during a 12-week moderate calorie- restricted diet, and then during another 12 weeks of supervised diet without calorie restriction. Women taking pre- and probiotics had fewer cravings, less hunger, were more satisfied after eating, and had higher body- esteem scores. Men felt more satiated and had better mental control of appetite. Reference: Nutrients; 2017, Vol. 9, No. 3, E284, Published Online Prebiotics and Probiotics Aid Weight Loss Willner Chemists Product Recommendations by Arnie Gitomer This is just one more example of the widening range of benefits attributed to pre- and probiotic supplements. Other examples (colds and flu) are included in this issue of the Willner Window. There are many products of this type on the market. The pharmacists and nutritionists at Willner Chemist are happy to help you decide which product is best for you. I t seems there is no end to the list of supplements promoted for those with colds and flu. This makes it all the more important that you examine the claims carefully, and look for those supported by research. Many research-supported products are included in the Willner Chemists Phyto-Tech™ line - including Elderberry-Pelargonium Complex , Zinc Immune Plus and Immune Complex to name a few. Now, we can add a category that might surprise you - Probiotics! Research indicates that probiotics effectively stimulate the immune system and reduce cold and flu symptoms. In this study, 134 people with at least four colds or flu in the last year drank a placebo or a probiotic beverage containing lactobacillus paracasei, casei, and fermentium, for 12 weeks. Eleven in the placebo group reported a fever plus cough, nasal congestion, or headache, compared to three in the probiotics group. Symptoms also lasted longer for placebo. Doctors said blood tests suggest the probiotics benefit may come from an increase in interferon gamma levels, an immune response to viral and bacterial infections. Reference: Synthetic and Systems Biotechnology; 2018, Vol. 3, No. 2, 113-20 Probiotics for Cold & Flu? Willner Chemists Product Recommendations by Arnie Gitomer Many research-supported products are included in the Willner Chemists Phyto-Tech™ line - including Elderberry-Pelargonium Complex , Zinc Immune Plus and Immune Complex to name a few. With so many cold and flu products to choose from, talk to the nutritionists and Pharmacists at Willner Chemists for guidance tailored to your specific health concerns.