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Page 81 Since 1911 • Willner Chemists: The Nutritional Supplement Professionals To place an order, go to www.willner.com or call (800) 633-1106 chromogenic complex, which exerts a protective effect on tissues. Chaga is also rich in superoxide dismutase (SOD), a potent antioxidant enzyme that scavenges tissue-damaging free radicals. It is considered to be a powerful adaptogen that strengthens the body’s resistance to stress. Its active constituents are believed to be polysaccharides, triterpenes, and sterols. It has anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antimutagenic, antiviral, analgesic, hepatoprotective, immuno-stimulating, and hypoglycemic effects. It is also a rich source of beta glucans that possess immunomodulating activity. Cordyceps contains polysaccharides, sterols, peptides, fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and nucleotides, and have been found to support the heart, lungs, kidneys, adrenals, and immune system. They are commonly used to increase energy, endurance, and sexual vitality. Cordyceps has antioxidant, free radical-scavenging, anticancer and hypoglycemic properties. Shiitake demonstrates anticancer benefits not by directly attacking cancer cells, but by enhancing the immune system. It is used in Japan to help support immune function in cancer patients. It also has immunomodulating, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-parasitic, hepatoprotective, and cardiovascular effects. Lions Mane is used in traditional Chinese medicine to increase strength and vigor, and to improve digestion. Its polysaccharides have been shown to have cytotoxic effects in cancer cells. Lions Mane is unique in that is supports brain health. It contains nerve growth factors (NFG’s), which are involved in the growth of neurons. Poria cocos demonstrates anti-cancer and immunomodulatory activities. Its main chemical constituents include triterpenoids, polysaccharides, ergosterol, caprylic acid, undecanoic acid, lauric acid, dodecenoic acid, and palmitic acid. In Chinese medicine it is used to treat conditions of the heart, lungs, kidneys, and spleen. In cancer therapy it is used to lessen the side effects of chemotherapy, strengthen the body, increase appetite, and improve body weight. Fomes fomentarius has a long history of use as a styptic to stop bleeding and as a vulnerary to heal wounds. In China it has been used to treat cancers of the stomach, uterus, and esophagus. It exhibits antibacterial, antiviral, and antitumor properties, which are believed to be primarily attributed to its iodine content and to a substance it contains called fomentariol. Agaricus blazei, native to Brazil, is widely cultivated in Japan for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat many diseases including cancer, chronic hepatitis, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and AIDS. It supports the immune system and has shown immunomodulating and antitumor activity. Mesima, also known as Phellinus Linteus, contains beta D- glucan and lectin, which enhance immune activity, and a compound called interfungins A, which has been reported to help balance blood sugar levels. It also exhibits antioxidant, anticancer, and antibacterial effects. It has been used to treat gastroenteric dysfunction, and can help in conditions of constipation, diarrhea, and irritable bowel. Tramella is thought of as a tonic to the immune system and has been traditionally used in Chinese medicine as a treatment for exhaustion and debility. It enhances immune function and leukocyte activity and is anticancer. It contains the acidic polysaccharide glucuronoxylomannan. Clinically, Tramella has been shown to be an effective treatment for chemotherapy-induced leukopenia. Velvet Foot, known in China and Japan as Enokitake, is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat liver disease and gastric ulcers. It is anticancer and antitumor, and contains the beta-glycoprotein Proflamin, which has been used as a combination therapy in cancer treatment. Zhu Ling (Polyporus umbellatus) has been traditionally used to treat edema, urinary problems, vaginal discharge, jaundice, and diarrhea. It possesses diuretic activities and has been used in the treatment of kidney diseases. It has anticancer, immuno-enhancing, and hepatoprotective properties. Complimentary Formulas & Single Herbs: • B-Complex Vitamins (for nutritional support) • Oregano Oil (powerful antimicrobial) • Immune Acute Complex (herbal formula for immune support) • Adrenal Adaptogen Complex (adaptogen formula) Dosage: Veggie Cap: Take 1 capsule, 1-3 times per day or as needed. Made with U.S. Grown Certified Organic Mushrooms. Myrrh Gum 1:4 1 fl oz - Product Code: 57079 Neem 1 fl oz - Product Code: 57074 . . . continued on page 82 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 I n Western populations, fluid pressure within the eye (intraocular pressure, or IOP) increases with age, but in Japan, where diets are rich in omega-3s from fish oil, the reverse is true. Elevated IOP increases chances for glaucoma, which can cause blindness, so doctors are looking for non-drug ways to reduce IOP. In this study, 105 adults with normal intraocular predssure (IOP) and no current or prior diagnosis of glaucoma, took a placebo or 1,000 mg EPA, 500 mg DHA, and 900 mg alpha-linolenic acid per day. After 90 days, IOP had increased slightly in the placebo group, and had declined by 8 percent in the omega-3 group. Discussing the findings, doctors said, "To our knowledge, this is the first study to report that omega-3 fatty acids lower IOP in humans." Reference: Translational Vision & Science Technology; May, 2018, Vol. 7, No. 3 Note: Another nutrient recently shown to be beneficial in treating certain serious eye problems is Vitamin D. I suggest patients with eye or vision problems consider one of the products that combine high potency omega-3 EPA/DHA with vitamin D. Among the companies providing such products are Nordic Naturals and Natural Factors. Here is a summary of the two recent studies examining the role of vitamin D: Noninfectious uveitis (NIU) is a serious sight-threatening inflammatory condition of the eye. In this study doctors compared vitamin D levels in 558 people with NIU to 2,790 people without NIU-meaning five for each person with NIU-on the basis of age, sex, race, ethnicity, and a recent vitamin D measurement. People with vitamin D levels of at least 21 nanograms per milliliter of blood were 21 percent less likely to have NIU compared to those with lower vitamin D levels. In a similar study, doctors compared vitamin D levels in 436 people with uveitis or scleritis- another inflammatory eye disease-to 329 matching people without eye disease. Those with low vitamin D levels were nearly twice as likely to have uveitis compared to similar people with normal vitamin D levels. Vitamin D (uveitis): Reference: JAMA Ophthalmology; 2018, Vol. 136, No. 5, 548- 52; Vitamin D (NIU and scleritis): Reference: Ocular Immunology and Inflammation; February, 2018, 1-8, Published Online Omega-3s and Glaucoma Willner Chemists Product Recommendations by Arnie Gitomer Ultimate Omega by Nordic Naturals Product Number: 50093 Use 3 softgels per day to achieve the 1,000 mg. EPA and 500 mg. DHA. Ultimate Omega-D3 by Nordic Naturals Product Number: 55874 Rx Omega-3 with D3 by Natural Factors Product Number: 61319 Flax Oil 1250 mg. (Softgels) by Solgar Product Number: 21736 Using 2 softgels per day will supply over 900 mg of alpha linolenic acid. The pharmacists and nutritionists at Willner Chemists will be happy to help you choose the formulation best for your specific needs.