Taking Natural supplements containing:
Phosphatidylcholine (PC), Phosphatidylserine (PS), DHA, EPA, Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC), Vitamin B6, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, chromium, Green Tea Extract, DMAE, , L- Tyrosine, Herb-of-Grace (Bacopa monnieri), DLPhenylalanine, Gatrodine (Gastrodia elata), Bioperine, Ginkgo Biloba, B-Complex, Eluthero (Siberian Ginseng) and Vinpocetine is a derivative of Vincamine, which is extracted from the periwinkle plant (Vinca Minor, Vinca Pervinca). .
Vinpocetine works in three remarkable ways:
It boosts blood circulation in your brain. It zeros in on your brain tiny blood vessels so they can deliver oxygen more efficiently. It even helps your brain use oxygen better.
Since it keeps your brain cells charged up with high oxygen levels, it increases the amount of time your brain can go without fresh oxygen. That means it can keep your brain cells healthy.
It helps your body preserve its energy for a robust brain and power for healthy living. It preserves something called adenosine triphosphate” or ATP the fuel every cell of your body needs to function.
Scientists are investigating several different dietary additions for people with dementia. Two of the most promising areas:
Antioxidants
A clinical trial showed that vitamin E helps slow down mental impairment in people with Alzheimers. Vitamin E is an antioxidant, which helps protect cells against damage. It’s now being researched in conjunction with B vitamins.
A large 2005 study found that healthy people who consumed more than 400 micrograms (the recommended daily amount for adults) of folate, a B vitamin that occurs naturally in many foods, cut their risk of developing Alzheimer’s in half. This slowing of cognitive decline is being looked at to see if it’s also true once decline has started.
Ginkgo biloba
This herb, traditionally used in Chinese medicine, comes from the dried leaves of the gingko (maidenhair) tree. It is sometimes called the “memory herb,” after findings that it appears to help slow down cognitive decline for some people in the early stages of Alzheimers disease. To date, research studies making this claim have been criticized, however, and a randomized clinical trial sponsored in part by the National Institute on Aging confirmed this.
A long-term reduction in neuronal activity reduces amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease, Yale University researchers have found. The study, using mouse models of Alzheimer’s, found the opposite is also true – triggering an increase in neuronal activity spurs creation of plaques and toxic amyloid beta peptides believed to trigger the disease.
Research in the news: Hyperactive neurons may be culprit in Alzheimer’sIn the accompanying image, amyloid plaques in blue are surrounded by damaged neuronal branches.
Neuroscientists Jaime Grutzendler and Peng Yuan used a new technology called chemogenetics to alternately inhibit or excite neuronal signaling in mice with Alzheimer’s. The goal was to test the theory that hyperactivity in neurons might contribute to the onset of Alzheimer’s. Such an increase in neuronal activity might trigger the production of excess amounts of amyloid beta peptides, which in turn may be toxic to brain cells and cause the symptoms of dementia, Grutzendler said.
How Cannabinoids Help Improve Your Memory
While medical marijuana has been used for hundreds of years for health reasons, its still quite controversial. It is currently legal in 29 states and Washington DC, but still prohibited in four states. Other states have laws restricting the amount of certain cannabinoids, and well explore that today.
But how exactly does medical marijuana support your health and treat serious illnesses?
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What are Cannabinoids?
Cannabinoids are a natural component found in the seeds, stalk, and flowers of the cannabis sativa plant.
If youve never heard of cannabinoids before, dont feel too bad; there are 480 components of cannabis. In addition, there are about nine subclasses of cannabinoids.
Cannabinoids affect the body by interacting with central nervous system receptors (CB1 or CB2). Different cannabinoids have different effects, depending on which receptors they bind to (source).
For example, the cannabinoids that are high in THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) interact with the CB1 receptors and cause psychotropic effects. Other cannabinoids are high in CBD (cannabidiol) and they interact with the CB2 receptors. These cannabinoids do not get you high.
Without getting too scientific, cannabinoids (specifically CBD) positively impact:
Memory
Cognition
Psychomotor performance
Pain management
Emotion
Endocrine function
Cannabinoids, Cannabis & Cannabidiol
Confused? In short:
Cannabis is the plant.
Cannabinoids are a component of the plant.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the cannabinoids identified in cannabis (others include the aforementioned THC, and BCP more info below).
CBD is the most abundant of all of the cannabinoids and its also considered a wellness supplement.
Again, its important to distinguish between CBD and THC, because CBD has non-psychoactive properties is not used as a narcotic. Just for reference, recreational marijuana is low in CBD and high in THC.
As for BCP, that stands for beta-caryophyllene and this is the cannabinoid in copaiba essential oil. Well get to that in a bit
CBD Oil
CBD oil has been found to possess antioxidant, neuroprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties. As a result, using CBD oil has the following health benefits:
Treats Alzheimers disease
Manages multiple sclerosis symptoms
Reduces epileptic seizures
Lessens pain and inflammation
Reduces anxiety
Relieves nausea
Promotes heart health
Inhibits cancer cell growth
CBD Oil and Cancer
Several studies show that CBD has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. The oil has also been found to induce cell death in breast cancer, as well as treat lung cancer, colon cancer, and leukemia (source). And there are ongoing studies researching the effectiveness of CBD on brain tumors.
A 2006 study published in the Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics found for the first time that CBD potently and selectively inhibited the growth of different breast tumor cell lines and exhibited significantly less potency in non-cancer cells (source).
The National Cancer Institute actually lists six different laboratory studies that show the anti-tumor activity of cannabinoids. These studies have found that cannabinoids have the ability to:
Kill cancer cells while protecting normal cells
Protect against inflammation in the colon, reducing the risk of colon cancer
Damage or kill liver, lung, and breast cancer cells
Lessen the growth, number, and spread of tumors
Make chemotherapy more effective
Copaiba Oil
doTERRA Copaiba Oil | GroovyBeets.comOk, back to the cannabinoid BCP that is found in copaiba oil. Copaiba oil is sourced from the copaiba tree, which is found in South America. Often used in personal care products and perfumes, copaiba oil has many similarities to CBD oil. Here are the ways copaiba oil impacts your health:
Reduces feelings of anxiety
Boosts immune system
Provides powerful antioxidants
Supports heart health
Improves digestive system
Supports nervous and respiratory systems
Fights cancer
And just to be clear, copaiba oil is not exactly the same as CBD oil, but it is just as beneficial to your health. Because of the high amounts of the BCP, copaiba directly affects the CB2 receptors. While CBD only indirectly interacts with the CB2 receptors.
Copaiba Oil and Cancer
One animal study found that the BCP in copaiba oil can inhibit tumor growth. (BCP) potently inhibits solid tumor growth and lymph node metastasis of B16F10 melanoma cells(BCP) is a natural bicyclic sesquiterpene found in many essential oils and has been shown to exert anti-inflammatory activities (source).
Also, oxidized BCP has been shown to stop the growth of cancer cells and induce apoptosis (cell death) in many cancers (source). Including: brain, breast, cervical, colon, lymphatic, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate and skin cancers.
If youre wondering if you need CBD or copaiba oil, here are reasons why copaiba oil is a better choice:
Its cheaper
Sourced from the copaiba tree, so there is zero risk of it containing any THC
It directly interacts with the CB2 receptors
100% legal, no matter which state you live in
No chance of it affecting a drug test
Easy to purchase
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Leann Forst, MBA, CHC Family Health & Cancer Coach
Leann is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Certified Essential Oils Coach, holding a Masters degree from Drake University and a Bachelor of Science from Upper Iowa University. Leann is accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. And she is an award winning author of 2 books How to Get Your Kids to Beg for Veggies and 100 Ways to Lose Weight.
Born and raised as an Iowa farm girl, she moved to Texas in 1998 where she lives with her husband and 2 kids.
As a wife of a brain cancer survivor, Leann has a special interest in anti-cancer nutrition and detoxification. She works with individuals and groups, and speaks regularly at hospitals, schools and organizations to teach people how to attain optimal health by getting to the root cause of chronic and inflammatory conditions, while using healing modalities such as essential oils. Click here to get Leanns free report, 37 Cancer Facts You Should KnowBut Probably Dont. And take Leanns Nutrient Deficiency Quiz here.
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Disclaimer:
As always, be sure to consult a qualified practitioner or certified essential oils coach on how to use essential oils safely and effectively for your health. Information from Leann is only a guide and be sure to discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur and consult your physician immediately. Please take special caution using oils in conjunction with medications, during pregnancy, and with children under 6. Leann is happy to provide a free 15 minute phone consult that you can schedule here: http://ow.ly/x3mA30ge1xu
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