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Page 52 | To place an order, shop online or call: (800) 633-1106 The Willner Window: Catalog & Newsletter, Winter 2022 Since 1911 • Willner Chemists: The Nutritional Supplement Professionals Chondroitin, found naturally in the body, is a major component of cartilage where it helps absorb fluid into the connective tissue, provides the building blocks for cartilage production, and may also help prevent cartilage break down. In osteoarthritis research, Chondroitin has been shown to reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness and improve joint function. A double blind, placebo controlled study evaluating the symptomatic effects of chondroitin in patients with osteoarthritis of the hand reported patients treated with chondroitin sulfate showed a significant increase in hand function and decrease in pain and morning stiffness compared to placebo. Studies evaluating the effects of glucosamine and chondroitin combination therapy show mixed results. However, one of the largest studies, the 2008 Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial (GAIT), reported that glucosamine combined with chondroitin provided statistically significant pain relief compared to placebo in patients experiencing moderate to severe pain. MSM (Methylsulphonylmethane), a metabolite of DMSO, is a naturally occurring sulfur compound found in humans that is anti inflammatory, analgesic, and protects cells against oxidative damage. It helps reduce joint pain, improve joint movement, and prevent muscle damage. A clinical trial evaluating the effects of MSM on patients with osteoarthritis reported that MSM supplementation reduced pain and improved physical function compared to placebo. Another study comparing the efficacy of glucosamine, MSM, and their combination on pain relief in knee osteoarthritis found that combination therapy reduced swelling and provided greater pain relief and improved joint function than individual therapy. Devil’s Claw, a tuber from Africa contains harpagosides, glycosides that reduce inflammation in the joints. It is used to alleviate arthritic and overuse symptoms, and is effective for both chronic and acute joint pain. It acts as an analgesic in joints and seems to calm down inflammatory conditions in the connective tissue. It can also help reduce chronic muscle pain, such as is found in fibromyalgia. Published studies have shown Devil’s Claw to be as effective as certain popular arthritis drugs. Contra-indications and Cautions: Pregnancy, Nursing. Those allergic to shellfish Dosage: Take 2 capsules, 2 times per day with water. Glycemic Support Complex A blend of herbs designed to normalize blood sugar metabolism 90 Veggie Caps Product Code: 67453 Who might benefit from using this herbal blend? • Those with hypoglycemia, insulin resistance, sugar cravings, • Those with energy and mood swings related to blood sugar levels Ingredients: Each veggie capsule contains the following fresh ground herbs: Organic Cinnamon Bark 200mg, Ethically Wild Harvested Nopal Opuntia Cactus 100mg, Selectively Imported Gymnema Herb (25% Gymnemic Acid) 45mg, Selectively Imported Bitter Melon Fruit 45mg, Organic Fenugreek Seed 45mg, Chromium (as nicotinate) 240 mcg (200% DV), Stevia Leaf Extract 5mg, in a vegetarian capsule consisting of Modified Vegetable Cellulose Dosage: Serving Size: 1 Veggie Cap Properties: Traditionally, this combination of herbs would be thought to exert the following properties: Hypoglycemic, Hypolipidemic, Digestive, Stomachic, Antioxidant, Anti Inflammatory Indications: In simple terms, Glycemic Support Complex supports healthy glucose metabolism and insulin activity. It is indicated for those with adult onset type 2 diabetes and those with pre diabetes to assist in controlling elevated glucose and lipid concentrations. It can also be used by healthy individuals to maintain normal blood sugar levels and avoid future problems. Cinnamon has been extensively researched for its potential treatment of blood sugar swings and type 2 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, insulin made by the pancreas can no longer get into cells to produce energy. Since the cells are not getting the insulin they need, the pancreas continues making more and more. Abnormally high levels of insulin that accumulate in the blood lead to many complications including cardiovascular disease, stroke,, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, kidney disease, and blindness. Extracts of Cinnamon have been found to increase glucose uptake, glycogen synthesis and phosphorylation of the insulin receptor. In addition, Cinnamon also has antioxidant activity important for the prevention of diabetes related complications. Nopal Opuntia Cactus, also known as prickly pear cactus, is believed to have anti diabetic, anti inflammatory and antioxidant activity. Traditionally the plant was used as both a medicine and as a source of nourishment. Its chemical composition is similar to that of a vegetable and it has been used as a food in the Mexican diet for centuries. It contains an abundant amount of mucilage and fiber which very likely play a role in its ability to delay glucose absorption. A study investigating its hypoglycemic effects in humans found a significant reduction of serum glucose and insulin concentration in diabetic patients treated with Nopal. . . . continued on page 54 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 T his combination of nutrients effectively reduced social stress in 100 moderately stressed adults, aged 18 to 50. Participants took a placebo, or some combination of 150 mg magnesium, 700 mcg vitamin B6, 100 mcg B1, 1 mcg B12, 125 mg green tea, and 225 mg rhodiola. Doctors fitted heart rate, blood pressure, and salivary cortisol response monitors to participants who rested for 15 minutes before taking the nutrients. After another 30 minute rest, doctors administered the Trier Social Stress Test, asking participants to prepare a five minute presentation as part of an imagined job interview. Describing the results, doctors said, “The combination promoted a relaxed, focused state indexed by EEG [electroencephalogram] reduced stress perception, and increased energetic arousal in anticipation and in the immediate recovery from stress exposure.” Up to seven hours later, participants continued to report feeling less stress, negative mood, and anxiety. Reference: Nutritional Neuroscience; 2021, 1909204, Published Online S ome doctors are concerned too much folate can increase chances for cancers, particularly after the 1998 U.S. mandatory food fortification laws. In this study, doctors measured all forms of folate in the diets of 86,320 women who had entered a larger study in 1980. Each increase of 240 mcg of folate per day, measured from 12 to 24 years prior, reduced chances for colorectal cancer by 7 percent, and 20 to 24 years prior, by 13 percent. Doctors concluded folate taken much earlier in life reduced chances for colorectal cancer developing later, and that higher folate levels after 1998 did not increase chances. Reference: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2021, Vol. 114, No. 1, 49 58 Folate Protects Against Colorectal Cancer Willner Chemists Product Recommendations by Arnie Gitomer Folate (Folic Acid) is present in all multivitamins, or can be taken as a supplement which is available from many suppliers. The pharmacists and nutritionists at Willner Chemists will be happy to help you choose the formulation best for your specific needs. Green Tea, Rhodiola, Magnesium, and B-Vitamins’ Roles in Stress Reduction Willner Chemists Product Recommendations by Arnie Gitomer These products are available from many suppliers. The pharmacists and nutritionists at Willner Chemists will be happy to help you choose the formulation best for your specific needs. 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