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PLAIN-4 | MED-835 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
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PLAIN-4 | MED-4851 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
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PLAIN-4 | MED-5258 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
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PLAIN-4 | MED-4819 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
| mortality malignant diseases-update baltimore union poultry cohort pubmed ncbi abstract previously studied mortality num num members local union worked poultry slaughtering processing plants exposed oncogenic viruses present poultry report cancer mortality updated year num num num subjects worked exclusively poultry plants mortality poultry workers compared general population estimation proportional mortality standardized mortality ratios separately race/sex group cohort compared general population excess cancers buccal nasal cavities pharynx base tongue palate unspecified mouth tonsil oropharynx nasal cavity/middle ear/accessory sinus esophagus recto-sigmoid/rectum/anus liver intrabiliary system myelofibrosis lymphoid leukemia multiple myeloma observed subgroups entire poultry cohort hypothesize oncogenic viruses present poultry exposure fumes candidates etiologic role explain excess occurrence cancers poultry workers larger studies control confounding factors urgently needed determine significance findings
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PLAIN-4 | MED-2398 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
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PLAIN-4 | MED-1389 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
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PLAIN-4 | MED-2348 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
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PLAIN-4 | MED-5016 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
| effects dietary coconut oil butter safflower oil plasma lipids lipoproteins lathosterol levels pubmed ncbi abstract objective aim present study determine plasma levels lathosterol lipids lipoproteins apolipoproteins diets rich butter coconut fat safflower oil design study consisted sequential week periods diets rich butter coconut fat safflower oil measurements made baseline week num diet period subjects forty-one healthy pacific island polynesians living zealand participated trial interventions subjects supplied foods rich test fats detailed dietary advice reinforced regularly results plasma lathosterol concentration num ratio plasma lathosterol/cholesterol num low density lipoprotein ldl cholesterol num apob num levels significantly diets significantly lower coconut safflower oil diets compared butter diets plasma total cholesterol hdl cholesterol apoa-levels significantly num diets significantly buffer coconut diets conclusions data suggest cholesterol synthesis lower diets rich coconut fat safflower oil compared diets rich butter lower production rates apob-containing lipoproteins
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PLAIN-4 | MED-4438 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
| caffeine-not stimulant pubmed ncbi abstract objective beneficial effects human caffeine consumption deserve clarification methods detailed literature review conducted summarized results large body scientific evidence describes beneficial effects human caffeine consumption number physiologic systems conclusion consumption moderate amounts caffeine num increases energy availability num increases daily energy expenditure num decreases fatigue num decreases sense effort physical activity num enhances physical performance num enhances motor performance num enhances cognitive performance num increases alertness wakefulness feelings energy num decreases mental fatigue num quickens reactions num increases accuracy reactions num increases ability concentrate focus attention num enhances short-term memory num increases ability solve problems requiring reasoning num increases ability make correct decisions num enhances cognitive functioning capabilities neuromuscular coordination num healthy non-pregnant adults safe copyright num elsevier rights reserved
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PLAIN-4 | MED-4053 | using diet to treat asthma and eczema i previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies . if adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma , what about a diet centered around plants ? twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet . at the end of two months , their disease scores , which covered both subjective and objective signs and symptoms , were cut in half , similar to what we might see using one of our most powerful drugs . the drug works much quicker , within about two weeks , but since drugs can often include dangerous side effects the dietary option is more attractive . this was no ordinary vegetarian diet , however . this was an in-patient study using an extremely calorically-restricted diet — the subjects were practically half fasting . therefore , we don ’ t know which component was responsible for the therapeutic effect . what about using a more conventional plant-based diet against a different allergic disease , asthma ? in sweden , there was an active health movement that claimed that a vegan diet could improve or cure asthma . this was a bold claim , so in order to test this , a group of orthopedic surgeons at linköping university hospital followed a series of patients who were treated with a vegan regimen for one year . ( this study is highlighted in my video , treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . ) participants had to be willing to go completely plant-based , and they had to have physician-verified asthma of at least a year ’ s duration that wasn ’ t getting better or was getting worse despite the best medical therapies available . the researchers found quite a sick group to follow . the thirty-five patients had long-established , hospital-verified bronchial asthma for an average duration of a dozen years . of the 35 patients , 20 had been admitted to the hospital for acute asthmatic attacks during the last two years . of these , one patient had received acute infusion therapy ( emergency iv drugs ) a total of 23 times during this period and another patient claimed he had been to the hospital 100 times during his disease and on every occasion had evidently required such treatments . one patient even had a cardiac arrest during an asthma attack and had been brought back to life on a ventilator . these were some pretty serious cases . the patients were on up to eight different asthma medicines when they started , with an average of four and a half drugs , and were still not getting better . twenty of the 35 were constantly using cortisone , which is a powerful steroid used in serious cases . these were all fairly advanced cases of the disease , more severe than the vegan practitioners were used to . eleven couldn ’ t stick to the diet for a year , but of the 24 that did , 71 % reported improvement at four months and 92 % at one year . these were folks that had not improved at all over the previous year . concurrently with this improvement , the patients greatly reduced their consumption of medicine . four had completely given up their medication altogether , and only two weren ’ t able to at least drop their dose . they went from an average of 4.5 drugs down to 1.2 , and some were able to get off cortisone . some subjects said that their improvement was so considerable they felt like “ they had a new life . ” one nurse had difficulty at work because most of her co-workers were smokers , but after the plant-based regimen she could withstand the secondhand smoke without getting an attack and could tolerate other asthma triggers . others reported the same thing . whereas previously they could only live in a clean environment and felt more or less isolated in their homes , they could now go out without getting asthmatic attacks . the researchers didn ’ t find only subjective improvements . they also found a significant improvement in a number of clinical variables , most importantly in measures of lung function , vital capacity , forced expiratory volume , and physical working capacity , as well as significant drops in sed rate ( a marker of inflammation ) and ige ( allergy associated antibodies ) . the study started out with 35 patients who had suffered from serious asthma for an average of 12 years , all receiving long-term medication , with 20 using cortisone , who were “ subjected to vegan food for a year , ” and , in almost all cases , medication was withdrawn or reduced , and asthma symptoms were significantly reduced . despite the improved lung function tests and lab values , the placebo effect can ’ t be discounted since there was no blinded control group . however , the nice thing about a healthy diet is that there are only good side effects . the subjects ’ cholesterol significantly improved , their blood pressures got better , and they lost 18 pounds . from a medical standpoint , i say why not give it a try ? if you missed the first three videos of this 4-part series here are the links : more on eczema and diet can be found in my videos : there are a number of other conditions plant-based diets have been found to be effective in treating : i am confused about coconut fat . is it the processed and extracted coconut oil that increases gut permbeability only ? or does the fresh coconut meat also cause inflammation and increase gut permeability ? thank you.i am not sue about gut permeability and coconut oil , specifically . i did not see anything in the literature on human studies . fresh coconut and coconut water are probably the best types . dr greger points out the differences in this video between saturated fat from coconut vs. animal fat . from the transcript “ unlike saturated animal fats , coconut oil doesn ’ t cause that spike inflammation immediately after consumption of animal foods , which makes sense because as you ’ ll remember it may be the dead bacterial endotoxins in animal products ferried into the body by saturated fat that are to blame . ” two recent reports on coconut oil that may help : cspi report on coconut oilforks over knives reportyeah i too would like to know if coconut flesh is inflammatory , and if it increase gut permeability like other high saturated fat foods.my wife is > 3 years vegetarian and > 0,5 years vegan . however it does not seem that her diet affected her eczema anyhow . what is she missing ? “ scd diet ” , but do a vegan version of it . follow it 100 % .i work in a skin care clinic as a laser technician and we recommend a product called juice plus . we have seen so many people improve their health including eczema . its a variety of 30 fruits veg and berries in a convenient capsule or chew form . the vineyard blend ( berries and grapes ) is the powerhouse when it comes to improving eczema due to its circulatory properties . we find it easy to recommend as its safe as its 100 % food and its nsf certified . its so hard to get that much needed 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily … .. i know better and i still don ’ t do it ! i can send some before and after photos if you ’ d like or if you would like any more info you can check out my website at http : / / www.marnie.canada.juiceplus.com switch the website at the top depending what country you are in . its a frustrating skin condition for many so i hope my info helps : ) you could consider supplementing with d3 , https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # it is recommeneded here for all folks.hi there . it is hard to say what is best . i would need more more information about the diet . have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . you may consider eliminating certain foods that may or may not be linked to skin health . i also suggest seeing a dermatologist and dietitian familiar with skin conditions . let me know if you need help finding one.i have been vegetarian all my life ( 30 + years old ) but still deal with eczema / dry skin symptoms . any ideas / suggestions ? hi sk , perhaps flaxseed may help ? http : / / nutritionfacts.org / video / flaxseeds-for-sensitive-skin / perhaps you ought to talk to an md who is familiar with doing blood testing for identifying various viruses that also can impact eczema / skin problems . once your md can identify the specific virus involved – since many vaccines automatically contain hidden animal viruses depending upon excipients , etc. used ; plus they also can contain “ mycoplasmas ” – you can address your problem , including maintaining a low lysine diet , i.e. , eliminate foods that are high in lysine , which “ feed ” viruses . just a suggestion that may help.i thought viruses feed off of arginine , and that lysine inhibits and fights them , no ? cold sore remedy ( herpes virus ) is to avoid arginine foods and add more lysine.you might want to correct this statement . lysine has been show to do the opposite.hi catherine , this comment went to me but i think you meant for it to go to sk . they may not have seen your reply.look into pygnogenol . it is found in very small quantities in the peels of some fruits.you could have your vitamin d3 levels checked. https : / / www.vitamindcouncil.org / health-conditions / eczema / # do you get enough sunshine ? regarding eczema , it has both genetic and environmental factors involved . lots of factors can exacerbate the condition such as stress , contact with irritating substances and soaps , cold & dry climates or heat & sweat . avoiding animal products would definitely decrease inflammation associated with eczema , but considering these factors would help you better deal with the problem . interestingly according to among treatments are mentioned short warm showers vs. long hot showers and mild soap and moisturizers . also exercise and reducing stress can improve the condition.have you seen all of our videos on eczema ? some of these might help . coconut oil on the skin may help , and of course seeing the dermatologist to discuss the right lotions or ointments can help . you may consider eliminating certain foods like eggs or wheat or milk , as some folks have allergies to these foods.as far as what diet to follow , there are ( conflicting ) websites like this one : http : / / www.flawlessprogram.com / 2014 / 10 / 01 / eat-these-superfoods-for-eczema-healthy-gut / on a different topic . i am interested in using diet to improve or manage polycystic kidney disease . i am familiar with the tanner rat studies , but i ’ m not aware of any other research having been carried out . as it also affects the liver and other internal organs , it obviously has wider implications . can you give any more information please , and does it depend on how much the disease has progressed ? i ’ m also interested in the effects acupuncture can have . have any interventions , other than drugs , been successful ? thank you for your help and the fascinating articles.hi helen . here are our videos on kidney disease and one on kidney failure . i am not sure it pertains to polycystic kidney disease . this foundation has more information on the disease . they claim “ at present , no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing in patients with pkd . reducing salt intake helps control blood pressure in pkd patients who have high blood pressure . a diet low in fat and moderate in calories is recommended to maintain a healthy weight . speak to your doctor or a dietitian about other changes to your diet , such as avoiding caffeine . ” strains of lactobacillus reuteri are said to help with asthma ( as well as colic ) : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22691248 , http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 25444531 . my cow ’ s milk kefir contains l reuteri – are there other sources ? thanks for the links ! i am not sure where else that strain is found ? i just wrote more about kefir in this comment which may help . i reference one study about that strain.im an asthmatic and have turned vegan for the last 6 months . i still continue to be on medication and have not seen a noticeable change to the point of giving up on the diet . any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.hi elizabeth . sorry to hear you have to still take medication . a vegan diet can be healthful and even help with asthma based on some of the studies dr. greger mentions , but it depends on what you ’ re eating overall . the diet may not be helpful in every case , but i think even if some of the symptoms associated with asthma are not lessened , a healthy eating pattern can still benefit you in other areas of disease prevention.i ’ m not sure where to ask this question , but i was wondering if there is any research regarding alopecia ( hair loss ) with diet . i ’ ve read blogs with some vegetarians indicating they ’ ve had hair loss . is this a b12 or zinc deificiency ? are there types of foods that can minimize this ? thank you asthma , blood pressure , caloric restriction , cancer , carcinogens , cholesterol , eczema , kidney disease , kidney function , kidney health , ldl cholesterol , lung disease , lung health , placebo effect , plant-based diets , side effects , smoking , steroids , sweden , vegans , vegetarians , weight loss - -
| occurrence heterocyclic amines cooked meat products pubmed ncbi abstract heterocyclic amines hcas potent mutagens risk factor human cancers produced meats cooked high temperature aim study determine hca content cooked meat products beef chicken pork fish prepared cooking methods pan frying oven broiling oven baking num num preferred u s meat consumers primary hcas samples phip num amino num methyl num phenylimidazo num b]pyridine num num ng/g meiqx num amino num dimethylimidazo num f]quinoxaline detected num ng/g dimeiqx num amino num num trimethyl-imidazo num f]quinoxaline detected num ng/g type content hcas cooked meat samples highly dependent cooking conditions total hca content well-done meat num times higher medium-rare meat fried pork num ng/g higher levels total hcas fried beef num ng/g fried chicken num ng/g samples fried bacon contained highest total hca content num ng/g copyright num elsevier rights reserved
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2445 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| dietary polyphenols prevention treatment allergic diseases pubmed ncbi abstract allergic disorders encompass skin food respiratory allergies sensitization harmless allergen results immune system biased predominant t-helper type num response re-exposure allergen leads robust secretion allergy-related mediators eventually triggers symptoms understanding disorders enabled search therapeutic approaches modulate sensitization process impact allergic mediators helping manage allergic symptoms polyphenols class compounds found foods plant sources investigated anti-allergic effect disease models human clinical trials anti-inflammatory profile impact recruitment immune cells skin preventing development secondary infections disruption skin barrier interaction polyphenols proteins modulate process allergic sensitization direct effect allergic effector cells mast cells inhibit mediator release resulting alleviation symptoms addition endogenous anti-oxidant ability limits extent cellular injury free radicals allergic insult polyphenols hold promise anti-allergy agents capable influencing multiple biological pathways immune cell functions allergic immune response deserve investigation objective current review summarize key findings progress made studying polyphenols anti-allergic ingredients special emphasis review highlight key physiological cellular signalling pathways implicated mechanism action polyphenols context allergic disorders manifestations num blackwell publishing
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2458 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| manipulating antioxidant intake asthma randomized controlled trial pubmed ncbi abstract background antioxidant-rich diets reduced asthma prevalence epidemiologic studies previously showed short-term manipulation antioxidant defenses leads asthma outcomes objective objective investigate effects high-antioxidant diet compared low-antioxidant diet lycopene supplementation asthma design asthmatic adults num randomly assigned high-antioxidant diet num servings vegetables num servings fruit daily num low-antioxidant diet num servings vegetables num serving fruit daily num num commenced parallel randomized controlled supplementation trial subjects consumed high-antioxidant diet received placebo subjects consumed low-antioxidant diet received placebo tomato extract num mg lycopene/d intervention continued week num exacerbation occurred results num subjects consuming low-antioxidant diet lower percentage predicted forced expiratory volume num percentage predicted forced vital capacity consuming high-antioxidant diet subjects low-antioxidant diet group increased plasma c-reactive protein week num end trial time exacerbation greater high-antioxidant low-antioxidant diet group low-antioxidant diet group num num ci num num num times exacerbate subjects low-antioxidant diet group difference airway systemic inflammation clinical outcomes observed groups consumed tomato extract consumed placebo conclusions modifying dietary intake carotenoids alters clinical asthma outcomes improvements evident increased fruit vegetable intake suggests whole-food interventions effective trial registered http://www actr org au actrn num
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2448 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| clinical efficacy apple polyphenol treating cedar pollinosis pubmed ncbi abstract double-blind comparative study conducted cedar pollinosis patients order evaluate treatment efficacy apple polyphenol ap ap administered num mg daily num weeks starting num weeks prior cedar pollen dispersion pollinosis symptoms study evaluated classification guidelines allergic rhinitis diagnosis treatment results show sneezing score significantly lower ap group placebo group early period pollen dispersion main dispersion period addition adverse reactions induced ap study results suggest ap alleviate symptoms cedar pollinosis
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2450 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| protective effect fruits vegetables mediterranean diet asthma allergies children crete abstract background atopy uncommon children living rural crete wheeze rhinitis rare study undertaken examine discrepancy attributed high consumption fresh fruit vegetables adherence traditional mediterranean diet methods cross sectional survey performed num children aged num num years rural crete parents completed questionnaire child's respiratory allergic symptoms num item food frequency questionnaire adherence mediterranean diet measured scale num dietary items children underwent skin prick tests num common aeroallergens results num children ate fresh fruit num vegetables day intake grapes oranges apples fresh tomatoes main local products crete association atopy protective wheezing rhinitis high consumption nuts found inversely wheezing num num ci num num margarine increased risk wheeze num num ci num num allergic rhinitis num num ci num num high level adherence mediterranean diet protective allergic rhinitis num num ci num num modest protection observed wheezing atopy conclusion results study suggest beneficial effect commonly consumed fruits vegetables nuts high adherence traditional mediterranean diet childhood symptoms asthma rhinitis diet explain relative lack allergic symptoms population
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2449 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| evaluation clinical efficacy tomato extract perennial allergic rhinitis pubmed ncbi abstract background recently common foods daily life found anti-allergic effects reported tomato extract te possibly inhibit histamine release mouse ear-swelling responses reported te relieve symptoms japanese cedar pollinosis methods evaluate anti-allergic effect te performed randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study num patients perennial allergic rhinitis par oral administration te num mg day placebo num weeks results found sneezing score significantly decreased te group end trial compared beginning num decreasing tendencies rhinorrhea nasal obstruction te group patients quality life significantly improved te group num weeks treatment num placebo group significant improvement total symptom scores combining sneezing rhinorrhea nasal obstruction observed oral administration te num weeks num safety te treatment confirmed laboratory tests inspection general conditions conclusions te expected safely improve nasal symptoms par
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2452 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| prospective study diet adult-onset asthma pubmed ncbi abstract role diet pathophysiology asthma mediated altered immune antioxidant activity consequent effects airway inflammation evaluated associations dietary factors assessed semiquantitative food frequency questionnaire incidence asthma num yr period num women num num yr age women highest quintile vitamin intake diet supplements risk num num confidence interval ci num num compared women lowest quintile relationship attenuated contribution nuts major source vitamin data allergen removed relative risk num num num trend num positive associations found vitamins supplements appeared explained women high risk asthma initiating vitamin supplements prior diagnosis nonsignificant inverse association carotene intake noted clear relations asthma demonstrated intake linoleic acid omega num fatty acids data suggest antioxidant supplementation intake fats adulthood important determinants asthma vitamin diet modest protective effect
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2453 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effect fresh fruit consumption lung function wheeze children abstract background fresh fruit consumption vitamin intake improved lung function adults due enhancement lung growth reduction lung function decline protection bronchospasm unclear methods cross sectional school based survey num children aged num num towns england wales main outcome measure forced expiratory volume fev num standardised body size sex exposure assessed food frequency questionnaire parents measurement plasma levels vitamin subsample num children results fev num positively frequency fresh fruit consumption adjustment confounding variables including social class passive smoking ate fresh fruit estimated fev num num ml num lower ate items day num ci num num ml association fev num fruit consumption stronger subjects wheeze non-wheezers num difference trend wheeze related fresh fruit consumption frequency consumption salads green vegetables fev num relationships weaker fresh fruit plasma vitamin levels unrelated fev num num num wheeze weakly related fresh fruit consumption num num conclusions fresh fruit consumption appears beneficial effect lung function children work needed confirm effect restricted subjects wheeze identify specific nutrient involved
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2441 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| vegetarian diet ameliorates symptoms atopic dermatitis reduction number peripheral eosinophils pge num synthesis monocy pubmed ncbi abstract patients atopic dermatitis dissatisfied conventional treatments based topical steroids experienced traditional remedies alternative therapies therapies evaluated scientifically clinically specialists study designed assess vegetarian diet effective atopic dermatitis identify mechanisms remedy analyses immunological parameters open-trial study carried twenty patients atopic dermatitis improvement dermatitis evaluated scorad index serological immunological parameters monitored two-month treatment severity dermatitis strikingly inhibited assessed scorad index serological parameters including ldh num activity number peripheral eosinophils sharp reduction eosinophils neutrophils observed prior improvement skin inflammation addition pge num production peripheral blood mononuclear cells reduced treatment contrast serum ige levels change period study open-trial suggests treatment treatment adult patients severe atopic dermatitis
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2442 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| double-blind controlled crossover study cyclosporin adults severe refractory atopic dermatitis pubmed ncbi abstract patients remain severely affected atopic dermatitis adult life treatment systemic steroids azathioprine photochemotherapy num patients part double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study assess efficacy safety cyclosporin num mg/kg day adults severe refractory atopic dermatitis treatments weeks group num receiving placebo cyclosporin num receiving cyclosporin placebo disease activity extent disease sleep itch topical steroid adverse events assessed weeks extent activity dermatitis significantly improved num subjective measures disease num patients receiving cyclosporin reported adverse events compared num taking placebo patient required withdrawal study cyclosporin therapy led increase serum urea creatinine bilirubin concentrations rise bilirubin significant num results confirm cyclosporin safe effective short-term treatment severe refractory atopic dermatitis
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2472 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| vegan regimen reduced medication treatment bronchial asthma pubmed ncbi abstract thirty-five patients suffered bronchial asthma average num yr receiving long-term medication num including cortisone subject therapy vegan food num yr cases medication withdrawn drastically reduced significant decrease asthma symptoms twenty-four patients num fulfilled treatment num reported improvement num months num num yr significant improvement number clinical variables vital capacity forced expiratory volume sec physical working capacity significant change biochemical indices haptoglobin igm ige cholesterol triglycerides blood selected patients fear side-effects medication interested alternative health care replace conventional medication regimen
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2444 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| side-effect profile cyclosporin patients treated psoriasis pubmed ncbi abstract review side-effects cyclosporin cya patients severe psoriasis renal dysfunction hypertension discussed paraesthesia hypertrichosis gingival hyperplasia gastrointestinal disorders occur generally transient mild-to-moderate severity rarely require discontinuation cya infections problem expected immunosuppressive drug risk tumour development squamous cell carcinomas skin malignancies developed exclusively patients previously treated puva and/or methotrexate lymphoproliferative disorders regressed spontaneously discontinuation drug isolated cases solid tumours cya-related raised serum creatinine important indicator renal dysfunction laboratory abnormalities included hypomagnesaemia hyperkalaemia increased uric acid liver function tests fluctuations serum cholesterol triglyceride levels clinically relevant laboratory monitoring patients psoriasis treated cya essential
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2446 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| dietary antioxidant intake allergic sensitization allergic diseases young children pubmed ncbi abstract background allergic diseases risen prevalence recent decades aetiology remains unclear result changing lifestyle and/or environment reduction antioxidant intake consequent reduced intake fresh fruits vegetables suggested objective investigate dietary antioxidant intake age num related atopy num num years age children unselected birth cohort methods children birth parents completed validated respiratory questionnaire children skin prick tested num num years age serum ige levels measured age num age num antioxidant intake assessed semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire ffq nutrient analysis program computed nutrient intake frequency counts foods high antioxidant vitamins assessed results hundred sixty-one children completed respiratory ffq beta-carotene intake reduced risk allergic sensitization age num num num num num num num num addition beta-carotene intake negatively total ige levels num vitamin intake increased risk allergic sensitization num num num age num association antioxidant intakes wheeze eczema conclusion increased beta-carotene intake reduced risk allergic sensitization lower ige levels num num year-old children dietary antioxidants play role development allergic sensitization
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2451 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| diet lung function lung function decline cohort num middle aged men abstract background prospective cohort study num welshmen aged num living caerphilly num investigate associations diet lung function methods baseline phase year follow phase ii forced expiratory volume fev num measured mcdermott spirometer dietary data obtained semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire results good lung function high maximum fev num age height high intakes vitamin vitamin carotene citrus fruit apples frequent consumption fruit juices/squashes lung function inversely magnesium intake evidence association fatty fish adjustment confounders including body mass index smoking history social class exercise total energy intake associations vitamin apples persisted lung function estimated num ml num confidence interval ci num num higher vitamin intakes standard deviation sd num ml higher num ci num num eating apples week compared non-consumers decline lung function phases significantly changing intakes apples vitamin association high average apple consumption slow decline lung function lost significance adjustment confounders conclusions strong positive association lung function number apples eaten week cross sectionally consistent protective effect hard fruit soft/citrus fruit recent suggestion effects reversible supported longitudinal analysis
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2455 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| bronchial reactivity dietary antioxidants abstract background postulated dietary antioxidants influence expression allergic diseases asthma test hypothesis case-control study performed nested cross sectional study random sample adults investigate relationship allergic disease dietary antioxidants methods study performed rural general practices grampian scotland validated dietary questionnaire measure food intake cases defined firstly people seasonal allergic-type symptoms bronchial hyperreactivity confirmed methacholine challenge controls allergic symptoms bronchial reactivity results cases seasonal symptoms differ controls respect presence atopy increased risk symptoms lowest intake zinc lowest intakes vitamin manganese fivefold increased risks bronchial reactivity decreasing intakes magnesium significantly increased risk hyperreactivity conclusions study evidence diet modulatory effect bronchial reactivity consistent hypothesis observed reduction antioxidant intake british diet num years factor increase prevalence asthma period
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2456 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| diet asthma allergic rhinoconjunctivitis atopic eczema symptom prevalence ecological analysis international study asthma pubmed ncbi abstract studies suggested increasing prevalence symptoms asthma rhinitis eczema dietary factors present paper global analysis prevalence rates wheeze allergic rhinoconjunctivitis atopic eczema performed relation diet defined national food intake data analyses based international study asthma allergies childhood isaac data num num yr children symptoms wheeze allergic rhinoconjunctivitis atopic eczema symptom prevalence regressed capita food intake adjusted gross national product account economic development dietary data based num food agriculture organisation united nations data num num countries part isaac phase num num year age group showed consistent pattern decreases symptoms wheeze current severe allergic rhinoconjunctivitis atopic eczema increased capita consumption calories cereal rice protein cereals nuts starch vegetables vegetable nutrients video questionnaire data num yr olds isaac data num yr olds showed similar patterns foods consistent inverse relationship prevalence rates conditions intake starch cereals vegetables findings generalised average daily consumption foods increased speculated important decrease symptom prevalence achieved
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5072 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| lycopene-rich treatments modify noneosinophilic airway inflammation asthma proof concept pubmed ncbi abstract antioxidant-rich diets reduced asthma prevalence direct evidence altering intake antioxidant-rich foods affects asthma lacking objective investigate asthma airway inflammation resulting low antioxidant diet subsequent lycopene-rich treatments asthmatic adults num consumed low antioxidant diet num days commenced randomized cross-over trial involving num num day treatment arms placebo tomato extract num mg lycopene/day tomato juice num mg lycopene/day consumption low antioxidant diet plasma carotenoid concentrations decreased asthma control score worsened fev num fvc decreased sputum neutrophils increased treatment tomato juice extract reduced airway neutrophil influx treatment tomato extract reduced sputum neutrophil elastase activity conclusion dietary antioxidant consumption modifies clinical asthma outcomes changing dietary antioxidant intake contributing rising asthma prevalence lycopene-rich supplements investigated therapeutic intervention
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2459 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effect dietary patterns measures lipid peroxidation results randomized clinical trial pubmed ncbi abstract background free radical-mediated oxidative damage lipids thought important process pathogenesis atherosclerosis previous studies demonstrated beneficial impact antioxidant vitamin supplements lipid peroxidation effect dietary patterns lipid peroxidation unknown methods results num week run-in period randomized trial num healthy individuals fed control diet low fruits vegetables dairy products num calories fat participants randomized consume num weeks num control diet num diet rich fruits vegetables similar control diet num combination diet rich fruits vegetables low-fat dairy products reduced fat serum oxygen radical-absorbing capacity malondialdehyde vitro measure lipid peroxidation breath ethane vivo measure lipid peroxidation measured end run-in intervention periods run-in intervention num ci change oxygen radical-absorbing capacity u/ml num num control diet num num fruits vegetables diet num compared control num num combination diet num compared control median interquartile range change ethane num num num control diet num num num fruits vegetables diet num compared control num num num combination diet num compared control change malondialdehyde differ diets conclusions study demonstrates modification diet favorably affect serum antioxidant capacity protect lipid peroxidation
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2460 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| airway circulating levels carotenoids asthma healthy controls pubmed ncbi abstract background elevated oxidative stress impaired antioxidant defences increasingly recognised features asthma carotenoids potent dietary antioxidants protect asthma reducing oxidative damage objectives study aimed firstly characterise circulating airway levels carotenoids asthma compared healthy controls relation dietary intake study aimed test airway lycopene defences improved oral supplements methods induced sputum peripheral blood samples collected subjects asthma num healthy controls num dietary carotenoid intakes estimated num hour recall method analysed modified version foodworks num nutrient calculation software group healthy controls num supplemented num mg/day lycopene num weeks carotenoids beta-carotene lycopene alpha-carotene beta-cryptoxanthin lutein/zeaxanthin measured hplc results similar dietary intake blood levels total carotenoids lycopene lutein beta-cryptoxanthin alpha-carotene beta-carotene significantly lower asthma controls differences plasma sputum carotenoid levels induced sputum carotenoid levels significantly lower plasma blood levels correlated strongly plasma levels num num increases plasma sputum lycopene levels supplementation airway lycopene levels correlated plasma levels num num conclusions blood plasma sputum carotenoid levels deficient asthma plasma carotenoid levels reflect airway carotenoid levels plasma levels improved oral supplements reflected airways
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2461 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| association diet respiratory symptoms asthma schoolchildren taipei taiwan pubmed ncbi abstract study aimed evaluate association diet respiratory symptoms asthma schoolchildren taipei taiwan in-class interview survey elicited experiences asthma respiratory symptoms consumption frequencies major food categories num graders respiratory symptoms surveyed included persistent cough chest tightness wheezing cold wheezing cold dyspnea-associated wheezing exercise-induced cough wheezing results showed consumption sweetened beverages strongest association respiratory symptoms positively respiratory symptoms num adjusted odds ratios aor ranged num num confidence interval ci num num exercise-induced cough num num ci num num wheezing cold egg consumption num num respiratory symptoms consumptions seafood soy products fruits negatively respiratory symptoms num consumption seafood negatively physician-diagnosed asthma consumptions sweetened beverages eggs positively suspected asthma num conclusion study suggests diet respiratory symptoms schoolchildren taipei consumptions sweetened beverages eggs increased risk respiratory symptoms asthma consumptions soy products fruits reduced risk respiratory symptoms
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4551 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| maternal meat fat consumption pregnancy suspected atopic eczema japanese infants aged num months osaka maternal child pubmed ncbi abstract interest increased possibility maternal dietary intake pregnancy influence development allergic disorders children present prospective study examined association maternal intake selected foods high fatty acids specific types fatty acids pregnancy risk suspected atopic eczema japanese infants aged num months subjects num mother-child pairs information maternal dietary intake pregnancy assessed validated self-administered diet history questionnaire term suspected atopic eczema define outcome based results questionnaire completed mothers num months postpartum risk suspected atopic eczema num num higher maternal intake meat pregnancy significantly increased risk suspected atopic eczema offspring multivariate odds ratio highest lowest quartile num num confidence interval ci num num trend num positive association strengthened definition outcome confined definite physician's diagnosis atopic eczema num multivariate extreme quartiles num num ci num num trend num material exposure-response relationships observed maternal intake eggs dairy products fish total fat saturated fatty acids monounsaturated fatty acids num polyunsaturated fatty acids alpha-linolenic acid eicosapentaenoic acid docosahexaenoic acid num polyunsaturated fatty acids linoleic acid arachidonic acid cholesterol ratio num num polyunsaturated fatty acid consumption risk suspected atopic eczema higher maternal meat intake increase risk infantile atopic eczema found evidence maternal intake fish num polyunsaturated fatty acids preventive infantile atopic eczema num john wiley sons a/s
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2643 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2464 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2645 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2644 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2646 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2468 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| prevalence risk factors self-reported asthma adult indian population cross-sectional survey abstract background methods estimated prevalence self-reported asthma adult indians examined risk factors influencing disease prevalence analysis based num women num men aged num num years included india national family health survey num num multiple logistic regression analysis estimate prevalence odds ratios asthma adjusting risk factors results prevalence self-reported asthma num num ci num num men num num ci num num women higher rates rural urban areas marked geographic differences adjustment asthma risk factors women num times asthma men daily/weekly consumption milk/milk products green leafy vegetables fruits lower asthma risk consumption chicken/meat lower body mass index bmi num kg/m num num num ci num num higher bmi num kg/m num num num ci num num current tobacco smoking num num ci num num alcohol num num ci num num increased asthma risk conclusions wide regional variations prevalence asthma india exception findings bmi associations asthma risk factors weak account small proportion cases sum contexte thodes nous avons estim la pr valence auto-rapport de asthme chez les indiens adultes examin plusieurs facteurs de risque influen ant la pr valence de la maladie analyse repose sur num femmes num hommes de num num ans inclus dans la troisi enqu te nationale des familles en inde num num utilis analyse de gression logistique multiple pour estimer les odds ratio de pr valence pour asthme apr ajustement pour divers facteurs de risque sultats la pr valence auto-rapport de asthme est de num ic num num num parmi les hommes de num ic num num num parmi les femmes les taux tant lev dans les zones rurales dans les zones urbaines les diff rences ographiques tant marqu es apr ajustement pour les facteurs de risque asthme connus les femmes sont num fois susceptibles de souffrir de asthme les hommes la consommation quotidienne ou hebdomadaire de lait/produits laitiers de gumes feuilles vertes de fruits est en association avec risque faible asthme alors la consommation de poulet ou de viande index de masse corporelle bmi bas num kg/m num num ic num num num ainsi qu bmi lev num kg/m num num ic num num num le fait de fumer du tabac actuellement num ic num num num utilisation de alcool moment quelconque num ic num num num sont en association avec risque accru asthme la pr valence de asthme en inde varie largement selon les gions toutefois exception des observations sur le bmi association de asthme avec les facteurs de risque est relativement faible ne rend compte une petite proportion des cas seulement resumen marco de referencia todos se calcul la prevalencia de asma autorreferida en los adultos en la india se evaluaron varios factores de riesgo influyen sobre la prevalencia de la enfermedad el estudio se bas en las num mujeres los num hombres de num num os de edad participaron en la tercera encuesta nacional sobre la salud de la familia en la india entre el num el num mediante lisis de regresi log stica multifactorial se calcul la prevalencia de asma el cociente de posibilidades de padecerla al corregir diversos factores de riesgo resultados la prevalencia de asma autorreferida fue num en los hombres intervalo de confianza ic del num num num num en las mujeres ic num num num se observaron tasas altas en las zonas rurales en las zonas urbanas se presentaron diferencias geogr ficas considerables tras corregir en funci de algunos factores de riesgo de padecer asma conocidos las mujeres presentaron una probabilidad num veces superior los hombres de sufrir la enfermedad el consumo diario semanal de leche productos cteos hortalizas de hojas verdes frutas se asoci con menor riesgo de asma el consumo de carne de pollo de res bajo ndice de masa corporal num kg/m num num ic num num num igual alto ndice de masa corporal num kg/m num num ic num num num el tabaquismo actual num ic num num num el consumo de alcohol en alg momento de la vida num ic num num num se asociaron con mayor riesgo de padecer la enfermedad conclusi existen amplias variaciones geogr ficas en la prevalencia de asma en la india sin embargo con la excepci del ndice de masa corporal la mayor parte de las asociaciones del asma con los factores de riesgo fueron biles explican solo una peque proporci de los casos
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2469 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| anthroposophic lifestyle intestinal microflora infancy pubmed ncbi abstract intestinal flora considered impact development immune system anthroposophic lifestyle diet comprising vegetables spontaneously fermented lactobacilli restrictive antibiotics anti-pyretics vaccinations typical aim study assess gut flora infants relation lifestyle characteristics anthroposophy sixty-nine children num years age anthroposophic lifestyle num infants similar age traditional lifestyle clinically examined questionnaire replies assessed fecal samples analyzed bacterial enumeration bacterial typing biochemical fingerprinting measuring microflora-associated characteristics macs numbers colony-forming units cfu /g feces significantly higher enterococci lactic acid bacteria children exposed antibiotics num num num num num num num num num num number enterococci significantly higher breastfed vegetarian infants num diversity simpson's diversity index lactobacilli determined biochemical fingerprinting higher infants born home born hospital num macs related specific lifestyle features infants anthroposophic lifestyle higher proportion acetic acid lower proportion propionic acid stool compared control children conclusion lifestyle factors related anthroposophic life influenced composition gut flora infants differences contribute lower prevalence atopic disease previously observed children anthroposophic families
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2649 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| dietary meat fat intake prevalence rhinoconjunctivitis pregnant japanese women baseline data kyushu okinawa maternal child health study abstract background dietary fat exerts numerous complex effects proinflammatory immunologic pathways epidemiological studies examined relationships intake fatty acids and/or foods high fat allergic rhinitis provided conflicting findings current cross-sectional study investigated relationships japan methods study subjects num pregnant women definition rhinoconjunctivitis based criteria international study asthma allergies childhood information dietary factors collected validated self-administered diet history questionnaire adjustment made age gestation region residence number older siblings number children smoking secondhand smoke exposure home work family history asthma atopic eczema allergic rhinitis household income education body mass index results prevalence rhinoconjunctivitis past num months num higher meat intake significantly increased prevalence rhinoconjunctivitis adjusted odds ratio extreme quartiles num num confidence interval num num trend num measurable association found fish intake rhinoconjunctivitis intake total fat saturated fatty acids monounsaturated fatty acids num polyunsaturated fatty acids linolenic acid eicosapentaenoic acid docosahexaenoic acid num polyunsaturated fatty acids linoleic acid arachidonic acid cholesterol ratio num num polyunsaturated fatty acid intake evidently related prevalence rhinoconjunctivitis conclusions current results suggest meat intake positively prevalence rhinoconjunctivitis young adult japanese women
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2471 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2652 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| xeno-estrogenic compounds precipitation pubmed ncbi abstract exposure chemicals lead hormone disrupting effects presently attention focused so-called xeno-estrogens synthetic compounds interact hormone receptors causing number reactions eventually lead effects related reproduction development current study initiated investigate presence number compounds precipitation follow-up previous study pesticide concentrations air precipitation determined rainwater samples collected num locations netherlands week period samples analysed bisphenol-a alkylphenols alkylphenol ethoxylates phthalates flame retardants synthetic musk compounds results presence compounds precipitation concentrations ranged low ng num range flame retardants thousands ng num phthalates bisphenol-a found num samples concentrations num ng num alkylphenols alkylphenol ethoxylates found virtually locations concentrations num ng num individual compounds phthalates abundant xeno-estrogens precipitation samples found sample di-isodecyl phthalate found surprisingly high concentration num ng num polybrominated flame retardants found low ng num range generally num samples noticeable finding hexabromocyclododecane replacement polybrominted diphenyl ethers location concentration num ng num finally expected synthetic musk compounds detected samples true polycyclic musks hhcb ahtn nitro musks found locations kriging techniques calculate precipitation concentrations actual sampling locations produce contour plots number compounds plots show located emission sources number compounds bisphenol-a nonylphenol ethoxylate phthalates ahtn contrary results hhcb phthalates diffuse emission patterns result consumer products compounds
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2474 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| international study asthma allergies childhood isaac phase global synthesis pubmed ncbi abstract isaac phase synthesis summarised information main findings study regional tables figures related prevalence severity current symptoms asthma rhinoconjunctivitis eczema main regions world large number surveyed children num num large number centres num countries num participated isaac phase makes study comprehensive survey diseases undertaken globally prevalence current asthma rhinoconjunctivitis eczema num year age group num num num num year age group prevalence current asthma rhinoconjunctivitis eczema num num num study shows wide variability prevalence severity asthma rhinoconjunctivitis eczema occurs regions countries centres country centres city study definitively establishes prevalence diseases high non-affluent centres low socioeconomic conditions large variability suggests crucial role local environment characteristics determine differences prevalence place isaac phase provided large body epidemiological information asthma rhinoconjunctivitis eczema childhood contrasting environments expected yield clues aetiology conditions reasons marked global variability copyright num seicap published elsevier espana rights reserved
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2475 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effects exclusion dietary egg milk management asthmatic children pilot study pubmed ncbi abstract current understanding exclusion diets management asthma children limited controversial aim study examine effects excluding eggs milk occurrence symptoms children asthma involved num children aged num years clinically diagnosed mild moderate disease investigation single blind prospective parents option volunteering join experiment group avoiding eggs milk products weeks control group consumed customary food thirteen children recruited experimental group control group trained paediatrician beginning end study period assessed children seven-day assessment food intake made immediately period dietary intervention groups blood sample child determination food specific antibodies children peak expiratory flow rate pefr measured based recommended nutrient intake rni percentage energy intake children experimental group significantly lower num experimental group eight-week study period compared baseline values serum anti-ovalbumin igg anti-beta lactoglobulin igg concentrations statistically significantly reduced num experimental group contrast values anti-ovalbumin igg control group significantly increased anti-beta lactoglobulin igg practically unchanged total ige values unchanged groups study period pefr children experimental group perform test significantly increased change noted children control group test results suggest short time period weeks egg milk-free diet reduce atopic symptoms improve lung function asthmatic children
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2476 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2655 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| association dietary soy genistein intake lung function asthma control post-hoc analysis patients enrolled prospective multicentre clinical trial abstract background broad dietary patterns linked asthma relative contribution specific nutrients unclear soy genistein important anti-inflammatory biological effects beneficial asthma positive association previously reported soy genistein intake lung function asthma exacerbations aims conduct post-hoc analysis patients inadequately controlled asthma enrolled prospective multicentre clinical trial replicate association methods total num study participants included analysis dietary soy genistein intake measured block soy foods screener level soy genistein intake intake moderate intake high intake compared baseline lung function pre-bronchodilator forced expiratory volume num fev num asthma control proportion participants episode poor asthma control epac annualised rates epacs num month follow-up period results participants genistein intake lower baseline fev num moderate high intake num num num num epacs common genistein intake moderate high intake num num num num findings remained significant adjustment patient demographics body mass index conclusions patients asthma consumption diet moderate high amounts soy genistein lung function asthma control
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2656 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effects intestinal microflora environment development asthma allergy pubmed ncbi abstract aim previous research allergic diseases including asthma identify potential risk factors environment major risk factors identified past num years focus directed protective factors enhance development tolerance allergens previously encountered early life lost modern affluent societies role childhood infections discussed studies conclusive recent epidemiological studies experimental research suggest microbial environment exposure microbial products infancy modifies immune responses enhances development tolerance ubiquitous allergens intestinal microflora play role respect major external driving force maturation immune system birth animal experiments shown prerequisite normal development oral tolerance recent studies shown differences composition microflora healthy allergic infants countries high low prevalence allergies healthy allergic infants countries differences apparent week life precede clinical symptoms live microorganisms beneficial health long tradition safety documented recently prospective intervention studies modifying gut flora birth yielded encouraging results suggest mode primary prevention allergy future
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2479 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| intestinal microflora allergic estonian swedish num year-old children pubmed ncbi abstract background prevalence allergic diseases increased past num years allergic disease common children socialist countries central eastern europe compared western europe suggested reduced microbial stimulation infancy early childhood result slower postnatal maturation immune system development optimal balance num num immunity aims test hypothesis allergic disease children differences intestinal microflora countries low estonia high sweden prevalence allergy methods prospective study development allergy relation environmental factors num estonian num swedish num year-old children selected nonallergic num confirmed diagnosis allergy num verified typical history positive skin prick test egg cow's milk weighed samples faeces serially diluted num num grown anaerobic conditions counts genera species calculated child addition relative amounts microbes expressed proportion total count results allergic children estonia sweden colonized lactobacilli num compared nonallergic children countries contrast allergic children harboured higher counts aerobic micro-organisms num coliforms num staphylococcus aureus num proportions aerobic bacteria intestinal flora higher allergic children num opposite true anaerobes num similarly allergic children proportions coliforms higher num bacteroides lower num nonallergic children conclusions differences indigenous intestinal flora affect development priming immune system early childhood similar shown rodents role intestinal microflora relation development infant immunity consequences allergic diseases life requires study readily intervention means primary prevention allergy administration probiotic bacteria
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2657 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| increasing prevalence japanese cedar pollinosis meta-regression analysis pubmed ncbi abstract background japanese cedar pollinosis caused pollen japanese cedar tree cryptomeria japonica commonest seasonal allergic disease japan number epidemiological surveys reported japanese cedar pollinosis assessed systematically quantitatively confirm increasing prevalence japanese cedar pollinosis related factors conducted meta-regression analysis population-based surveys japan methods searched data population-based surveys serological methods test participants weighted regression logit-transformed prevalence sensitization rates evaluate effects year survey age degree urbanization analyzed relationship prevalence sensitization rate results thirty-eight reports num subgroups prevalence num subgroups sensitization rate selected literature published years num num japanese cedar pollen sensitization rate found significantly correlated year survey age degree urbanization adjusted num num coefficient correlation prevalence sensitization rate revealed statistically significant correlation pearson's num num conclusions prevalence japanese cedar pollinosis adolescents predicted num metropolitan areas num general population urban areas year num derived estimated sensitization rate relationship sensitization rate prevalence prevalence japanese cedar pollinosis increased num fold num num prevalence differed considerably age degree urbanization copyright num karger ag basel
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2658 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| alkylphenols--potential modulators allergic response pubmed ncbi abstract prevalence allergic diseases increased recent decades allergic diseases asthma complex diseases strong gene-environment interactions epidemiological studies identified variety risk factors development allergic diseases endocrine-disrupting chemicals edcs play important role triggering exacerbating diseases num nonylphenol np num octylphenol op --two major alkylphenols--have recognized common toxic xenobiotic endocrine disrupters due low solubility high hydrophobicity low estrogenic activity tend accumulate human body adverse effects allergic diseases recently evidence supported importance alkylphenols vitro allergic response review focuses effects alkylphenols key cell types context allergic inflammation copyright num published elsevier b v
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2482 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| randomized placebo-controlled trial lactobacillus asthmatic children allergic rhinitis pubmed ncbi abstract previous studies suggested probiotic administration therapeutic and/or preventive effects atopic dermatitis infants role allergic airway diseases remains controversial determine daily supplementation specific lactobacillus gasseri num num weeks improve clinical symptoms immunoregulatory school children suffering asthma allergic rhinitis ar conducted randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study school children age num years asthma ar eligible study subjects received gasseri num num placebo num daily num months pulmonary function tests performed clinical severity asthma ar evaluated attending physicians study period diary cards records day nighttime peak expiratory flow rates pefr symptoms asthma ar scores patients measuring outcome treatment immunological parameters total ige cytokine production peripheral blood mononuclear cells pbmcs determined probiotic treatments results showed pulmonary function pefr increased significantly clinical symptom scores asthma ar decreased probiotic-treated patients compared controls significant reduction tnf ifn il num il num production pbmcs probiotic treatment conclusion probiotic supplementation clinical benefits school children suffering allergic airway diseases asthma ar
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2659 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| european bans surfactant trigger transatlantic debate pubmed ncbi abstract u s european regulators researchers disagree risks common class surfactants
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2484 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| burden childhood asthma abstract paediatric asthma major clinical concern worldwide represents huge burden family society accounts large number lost school days deprive child academic achievement social interaction childhood asthma places strain healthcare resources result doctor hospital visits cost treatment prevalence asthma varies worldwide possibly exposure respiratory infection indoor outdoor pollution diet risk factors predispose children developing asthma atopic disease including incidence severity wheezing atopy maternal smoking number fever episodes paper discusses burden prevalence risk factors paediatric asthma
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2661 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| alkylphenols alkylphenol ethoxylates contamination crustaceans fishes adriatic sea italy pubmed ncbi abstract paper presents results investigation occurrence alkylphenols aps ethoxylates apes num edible marine species adriatic sea estimate intake italian population crustaceans nephrops norvegicus norway lobster squilla mantis spottail mantis shrimp fish species engraulis enchrascicolus anchovy scomber scombrus atlantic mackerel merluccius merluccius european hake mullus barbatus red mullet solea vulgaris common sole lophius piscatorius angler analyzed content nonylphenol np octylphenol op octylphenol polyethoxylates opes compounds found analysed samples np detected highest concentrations num num num ng num fresh weight fw crustaceans fish op found respective levels num num num num ng num fw crustaceans fish ope determined respective concentrations num num num num ng num fw species results previous study num edible mollusc estimate respective daily intakes np op ope num num num microg day num italian adult living adriatic coast relation np op intakes lower doses toxic effects laboratory animals num mg kg num bw rats data exposure sources chemicals similar biological characteristics needed
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2662 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effects xenoestrogenic environmental pollutants proliferation human breast cancer cell line mcf num pubmed ncbi abstract human breast cancer cell line mcf num develop vitro screening assay detection xenoestrogenic environmental pollutants mcf num cells cultured dmem num fetal bovine serum fbs estrogenic response defined increase frequency proliferating mcf num cells measured thymidine analog bromodeoxyuridine flow cytometry di num ethylhexyl phthalate dehp num n-nonylphenol num n-np model chemicals proliferation rate s-phase cells num exposure concentrations num eta-estradiol model compounds compared positive negative control num nm num eta-estradiol num ethanol dehp num n-np increased frequency proliferating mcf num cells dose-dependent manner lowest concentration significantly increased proliferation mcf num cells num microm dehp num microm num n-np results showed assay accurate quick perform prove valuable tool screening potential estrogen-mimicking environmental pollutants
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PLAIN-5 | MED-3687 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2647 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2648 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2650 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2651 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2653 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| nonylphenol octylphenol human breast milk pubmed ncbi abstract human milk important form nourishment newborn children consumption strongly recommended health authorities important advantages decades great number investigations shown occurrence environmental contaminants human milk lipophilic properties study investigates presence nonylphenol octylphenol op nonylphenol monoethoxylate np num octylphenol ethoxylates opeos op num op num human breast milk italian women np contaminant found highest levels concentrations num ng/ml orders magnitude higher op num ng/ml op num num ng/ml op num num ng/ml group study positive correlation fish consumption levels np milk observed accordance evidence seafood represents important sources exposure group contaminants italy basis concentrations found breast milk samples maximum np daily intake num microg/kg/day calculated close tolerable daily intake tdi num microg/kg body weight bw proposed danish institute safety toxicology cases op tdi intake orders magnitude lower noael num mg/kg/day derived generation study rats
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2654 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| endocrine disrupting nonylphenols ubiquitous food pubmed ncbi abstract num nonylphenols nps common products biodegradation widely group nonionic surfactants nonylphenol ethoxylates npes compounds persistent toxic estrogen active worldwide scientific public discussion potential consequences human long term dietary exposure endocrine disrupters numerous determinations nps environmental samples systematical reports exist relating concentrations nps food analyzed nps num foodstuff commercially germany results nps ubiquitous food concentrations nps fresh weight basis varied num num microg/kg fat content foodstuff based data german food consumption rates analyses nps food daily intake adult calculated num microg/day nps infants exclusively fed breast milk infant formulas daily intakes num microg/day num microg/day nps estimated
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2660 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| trends nutritional intake serum cholesterol levels num years tanushimaru japanese men pubmed ncbi abstract background rapid socioeconomic development japan beginning countries study num brought remarkable lifestyle dietary patterns investigated relationship time trends nutrient intake serum cholesterol levels japanese cohort countries study tanushimaru typical farming town kyushu island methods subjects totaled num num num num num num num subjects men aged num years eating patterns evaluated num hour dietary recall num num food frequency questionnaire num measured serum cholesterol levels health examination results total daily energy intake decreased num kcal num num kcal num carbohydrate intake percentage total daily energy intake decreased markedly num num num num contrast large increases period protein intake num num fat intake num num proportion dramatic change protein fat intake serum cholesterol levels showed large increases num mg/dl num mg dl conclusions spite big dietary westernized diet incidence coronary artery disease rural japanese area remains low careful surveillance needed future remarkably increasing intake fats saturated fatty acids
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2663 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| berry thought-provoking idea potential role plant polyphenols treatment age-related cognitive disorders pubmed ncbi abstract today tens millions elderly individuals worldwide suffer dementia pathogenesis dementia complex incompletely understood extent consequence systemic vascular pathology metabolic syndrome individual components induce proinflammatory state damages blood vessels condition chronic inflammation damage vasculature brain directly neurotoxic associations established metabolic syndrome constituents dementia relationship observed dietary factors constituents mediterranean diet metabolic syndrome similar associations noted dietary factors dementia fruit juices extracts investigation treatments cognitive impairment blueberry strawberry blackberry grape plum juices extracts successfully tested cognitively impaired rodents published trials benefits grape blueberry juice treatment small numbers cognitively impaired persons recently appeared benefits fruit products thought result polyphenol content grape polyphenol found grapes resveratrol studied humans grapes blueberries pterostilbene found improve cognition rodents design future human trials poor bioavailability products initiate experimental therapy long onset symptoms limited knowledge form e g juice powder individual polyphenol treatment
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2664 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| plant foods brain aging critical appraisal pubmed ncbi abstract num century human aging biggest challenges societies world decline human fitness typical hallmark aging process cardiovascular system brain suffers significantly life-long impact stressors reactive oxygen nitrogen species oxytosis i e oxidative stress-induced cell death identified play major role development onset chronic diseases foods plant origin rich antioxidants numerous vivo data suggest diet rich fruits vegetables supports maintenance animal human health beneficial effects extend central nervous system due presence blood-brain barrier tightly controls influx metabolites nutrients earlier studies impact antioxidant vitamins alpha-tocopherol ascorbic acid brain health interest recently focus moved assessing potential unsaturated fatty acids secondary plant metabolites polyphenols act neuroprotectants considerable experimental evidence suggests polyphenols plant-derived bioactivities affect animal human brain function directly lowering oxidative stress load modulating signal transduction pathways
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2665 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| dietary intake berries flavonoids relation cognitive decline abstract objective berries high flavonoids anthocyanidins improve cognition experimental studies prospectively evaluated greater long-term intakes berries flavonoids slower rates cognitive decline older women methods beginning num semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire administered years nurses health study participants num num began measuring cognitive function num participants aged num years follow-up assessments conducted two-year intervals ascertain long-term diet averaged dietary variables num initial cognitive interview multivariable-adjusted mixed linear regression estimated differences slopes cognitive decline long-term berry flavonoid intakes results greater intakes blueberries strawberries slower rates cognitive decline e g global score averaging cognitive tests blueberries p-trend num difference num num ci num num comparing extreme categories intake strawberries p-trend num difference num num ci num num comparing extreme categories intake adjusting multiple potential confounders effect estimates equivalent find approximately num num years age cohort indicating berry intake appears delay cognitive aging num years additionally supporting evidence greater intakes anthocyanidins total flavonoids slower rates cognitive decline p-trends num num global score interpretation higher intake flavonoids berries appears reduce rates cognitive decline older adults
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4860 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| blueberry supplementation improves memory older adults abstract prevalence dementia increasing expansion older adult population absence effective therapy preventive approaches essential address public health problem blueberries polyphenolic compounds prominently anthocyanins antioxidant anti-inflammatory effects addition anthocyanins increased neuronal signaling brain centers mediating memory function improved glucose disposal benefits expected mitigate neurodegeneration investigated effects daily consumption wild blueberry juice sample older adults early memory num weeks observed improved paired associate learning num word list recall num addition trends suggesting reduced depressive symptoms num lower glucose levels num compared memory performances blueberry subjects demographically-matched sample consumed berry placebo beverage companion trial identical design observed comparable results paired associate learning findings preliminary study suggest moderate-term blueberry supplementation confer neurocognitive benefit establish basis comprehensive human trials study preventive potential neuronal mechanisms
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2667 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| reversals age-related declines neuronal signal transduction cognitive motor behavioral deficits blueberry spinach strawberry pubmed ncbi abstract ample research age-related neuronal-behavioral decrements result oxidative stress ameliorated antioxidants previous study shown rats dietary supplements fruit vegetable extracts high antioxidant activity num months beginning num months age retarded age-related declines neuronal cognitive function present study showed supplements strawberry spinach blueberry num num num gm dried aqueous extract kilogram diet fed num weeks num month-old fischer num rats effective reversing age-related deficits neuronal behavioral parameters including oxotremorine enhancement k + -evoked release dopamine striatal slices carbachol-stimulated gtpase activity striatal ca num buffering striatal synaptosomes motor behavioral performance rod walking accelerod tasks morris water maze performance findings suggest addition beneficial effects cancer heart disease phytochemicals present antioxidant-rich foods beneficial reversing neuronal behavioral aging
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2668 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| concord grape juice supplementation neurocognitive function human aging pubmed ncbi abstract polyphenol compounds found berry fruits flavonoids health benefits including improvement cognition neuronal function aging concord grape juice polyphenols including anthocyanins flavanols previous research shown improvement number human health conditions grape juice supplementation current study older adult subjects mild cognitive impairment consumed concord grape juice placebo num weeks administered assessments memory function brain activation pre postintervention participants consumed grape juice showed reduced semantic interference memory tasks greater activation anterior posterior regions hemisphere observed functional magnetic resonance imaging grape juice treated subjects findings provide evidence concord grape juice enhance neurocognitive function older adults mild memory decline
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2669 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| concord grape juice supplementation improves memory function older adults mild cognitive impairment pubmed ncbi abstract concord grape juice polyphenol compounds antioxidant anti-inflammatory properties influence neuronal signalling concord grape juice supplementation shown reduce inflammation blood pressure vascular pathology individuals cvd consumption flavonoid-containing foods reduced risk dementia addition preliminary animal data improvement memory motor function grape juice supplementation suggesting potential cognitive benefit ageing humans initial investigation neurocognitive effects enrolled twelve older adults memory decline dementia randomised placebo-controlled double-blind trial concord grape juice supplementation num weeks observed significant improvement measure verbal learning non-significant enhancement verbal spatial recall appreciable effect intervention depressive symptoms effect weight waist circumference small increase fasting insulin observed consuming grape juice preliminary findings suggest supplementation concord grape juice enhance cognitive function older adults early memory decline establish basis comprehensive investigations evaluate potential benefit assess mechanisms action
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2670 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| blueberries neuronal aging pubmed ncbi abstract population people united states age num years continues increase incidence age-related pathologies including decreases cognitive motor function cases severe deficits memory motor function hospitalization and/or custodial care outcome means found reduce age-related decrements neuronal function health care costs continue rise exponentially evidence accumulating consumption blueberries strategy forestall reverse age-related neuronal deficits subsequent behavioral manifestations order increase healthy aging research suggests polyphenolic compounds found blueberries exert beneficial effects ability lower oxidative stress inflammation directly altering signaling involved neuronal communication interventions turn protect age-related deficits cognitive motor function appropriately department agriculture figured prominently discoveries efforts usda researchers worked department num years copyright num karger ag basel
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4349 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| anti-inflammatory effects plant-based foods constituents pubmed ncbi abstract inflammation pathological condition underlying number diseases including cardiovascular diseases cancer chronic inflammatory diseases addition healthy obese subjects express markers inflammation blood diet variety nutrients non-nutritive bioactive constituents modulate immunomodulatory inflammatory processes epidemiological data suggest dietary patterns strongly affect inflammatory processes primarily intake fruit vegetables wheat inversely risk inflammation addition observational studies data human intervention studies suggesting anti-inflammatory potential plant foods level bioactive compounds occurring plant foods primarily carotenoids flavonoids modulate inflammatory immunological processes conclusion convincing evidence plant foods non-nutritive constituents foods modulate immunological inflammatory processes means anti-inflammatory activities plant-based diet contribute lower risk cardiovascular diseases cancer high intake vegetables fruit wheat recommended international nutrition authorities wide spectrum bioactive compounds health-promoting concentrations
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4345 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4346 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5322 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5323 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5324 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effects high-fat meal pulmonary function healthy subjects pubmed ncbi abstract obesity important health consequences including elevating risk heart disease diabetes cancer high-fat diet contribute obesity effect high-fat diet pulmonary function dramatic increase prevalence respiratory ailments e g asthma purpose study determine high-fat meal hfm increase airway inflammation decrease pulmonary function healthy subjects pulmonary function tests pft forced expiratory volume num forced vital capacity forced expiratory flow num vital capacity exhaled nitric oxide eno airway inflammation performed num healthy num men num women inactive subjects age num num years pre num post hfm num fat num kg body weight num num fat total cholesterol triglycerides c-reactive protein crp systemic inflammation determined venous blood sample pre post hfm body composition measured dual energy x-ray absorptiometry hfm significantly increased total cholesterol num num triglycerides num num eno increased num due hfm num num pre num num post num num ppb eno triglycerides significantly related baseline post-hfm num num increased eno pft crp change num hfm results demonstrate hfm leads significant increases total cholesterol triglycerides increases exhaled suggests high-fat diet contribute chronic inflammatory diseases airway lung
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5325 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5326 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5327 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| association dietary patterns mental health early adolescence pubmed ncbi abstract objective investigate associations dietary patterns mental health early adolescence method western australian pregnancy cohort raine study prospective study num pregnancies recruited num num years age num num child behaviour checklist cbcl assess behaviour characterising mental health status higher scores representing poorer behaviour dietary patterns western healthy identified factor analysis food group intakes estimated num item food frequency questionnaire relationships dietary patterns food group intakes behaviour examined general linear modelling adjustment potential confounding factors age num total energy intake body mass index physical activity screen family structure income functioning gender maternal education pregnancy results higher total num num ci num num internalizing withdrawn/depressed num num ci num num externalizing delinquent/aggressive num num ci num num cbcl scores significantly western dietary pattern increased intakes takeaway foods confectionary red meat improved behavioural scores significantly higher intakes leafy green vegetables fresh fruit components healthy pattern conclusion findings implicate western dietary pattern poorer behavioural outcomes adolescents behavioural outcomes higher intake fresh fruit leafy green vegetables
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5328 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| vegetarian diets incidence diabetes adventist health study num abstract aim evaluate relationship diet incident diabetes non-black black participants adventist health study num methods results participants num men num women num blacks u s canada free diabetes provided demographic anthropometric lifestyle dietary data participants grouped vegan lacto ovo vegetarian pesco vegetarian semi-vegetarian non-vegetarian reference group follow-up questionnaire years elicited information development diabetes cases diabetes developed num vegans num lacto ovo vegetarians num pesco vegetarians num semi-vegetarians num non-vegetarians blacks increased risk compared non-blacks odds ratio num num confidence interval ci num num multiple logistic regression analysis controlling age gender education income television watching physical activity sleep alcohol smoking bmi vegans num num ci num num lacto ovo vegetarians num num ci num num semi-vegetarians num num ci num num lower risk diabetes non-vegetarians non-blacks vegan lacto ovo semi-vegetarian diets protective diabetes num num ci num num num num ci num num num num ci num num blacks vegan lacto ovo vegetarian diets protective num num ci num num num num ci num num associations strengthened bmi removed analyses conclusion vegetarian diets vegan lacto ovo semi substantial independent reduction diabetes incidence blacks dimension protection vegetarian diets great excess risk black ethnicity
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5329 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| rapid reduction serum cholesterol blood pressure twelve-day low fat strictly vegetarian diet pubmed ncbi abstract objective study conducted demonstrate effectiveness strictly vegetarian low-fat diet cardiac risk factor modification methods hundred men women participants intensive num day live-in program studied program focused dietary modification moderate exercise stress management hospital-based health-center results short time period cardiac risk factors improved average reduction total serum cholesterol num num blood pressure num num weight loss num kg men num kg women serum triglycerides increase subgroups females age num years serum cholesterol num mmol/l females num num years baseline serum cholesterol num num mmol/l high-density lipoprotein cholesterol measured num subjects decreased num conclusion strict low-fat vegetarian diet free animal products combined lifestyle include exercise weight loss effective lower serum cholesterol blood pressure
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5330 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effect single high-fat meal endothelial function healthy subjects pubmed ncbi abstract well-established relation serum cholesterol coronary artery disease risk individual national variations association suggest factors involved atherogenesis high-fat diet triglyceride-rich lipoproteins suggested atherogenic assess direct effect postprandial triglyceride-rich lipoproteins endothelial function early factor atherogenesis num healthy normocholesterolemic volunteers--were studied num hours single isocaloric high low-fat meals num calorie num num fat endothelial function form flow-mediated vasoactivity assessed brachial artery num mhz ultrasound percent arterial diameter change num minute num minutes upper-arm arterial occlusion serum lipoproteins glucose determined eating num num hours postprandially serum triglycerides increased num num mg/dl preprandially num num mg/dl num hours high-fat meal num flow-dependent vasoactivity decreased num num preprandially num num num num num num num hours high-fat meal num compared low-fat meal data lipoproteins flow-mediated vasoactivity observed low-fat meal fasting low-density lipoprotein cholesterol correlated inversely num num preprandial flow-mediated vasoactivity triglyceride level change postprandial flow-mediated vasoactivity num num hours correlated change num hour serum triglycerides num num results demonstrate single high-fat meal transiently impairs endothelial function findings identify potential process high-fat diet atherogenic independent induced cholesterol
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5331 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| influencing public nutrition non-communicable disease prevention community intervention national programme--experiences finland pubmed ncbi abstract global health transition underway burden non-communicable diseases ncds increasing rapidly developing world result lifestyles addition tobacco physical activity major taking place diets contributing greatly growing epidemic ncd huge global public health challenge influence trends diet nutrition effective global ncd prevention health transition place rapidly finland world war ii mortality cardiovascular disease cvd exceptionally high north karelia project launched num community-based national programme influence diet lifestyles crucial prevention cvd intervention strong theory base employed comprehensive strategies broad community organisation strong participation people key elements evaluation shown diet fat consumption changed led major reduction population serum cholesterol blood pressure levels shown ischaemic heart disease mortality working-age population declined num north karelia num country num num finland industrialised country north karelia rural low socio-economic level social problems num num project based low-cost intervention activities people's participation community organisations played key role comprehensive interventions community eventually supported national activities--from expert guidelines media activities industry collaboration policy similar principles nutrition intervention programmes developing countries tailored local conditions paper discusses experiences north karelia project light less-industrialised countries makes general recommendations
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5332 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5333 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5334 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| protein-source tryptophan efficacious treatment social anxiety disorder pilot study pubmed ncbi abstract recently intact protein rich tryptophan alternative pharmaceutical-grade tryptophan protein large neutral amino acids lnaas compete transport sites blood-brain barrier recent evidence deoiled gourd seed rich source tryptophan approximately num mg/g protein combined glucose carbohydrate reduces serum levels competing lnaas clinical effect similar pharmaceutical-grade tryptophan achieved objective subjective measures anxiety suffering social phobia social anxiety disorder employed measure anxiety response stimulus part double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study wash-out period num week study sessions subjects randomly assigned start protein-source tryptophan deoiled gourd seed combination carbohydrate ii carbohydrate week initial session subjects returned follow-up session received opposite treatment received session num subjects began study completed num week protocol protein-source tryptophan carbohydrate carbohydrate resulted significant improvement objective measure anxiety protein-source tryptophan combined high glycemic carbohydrate potential anxiolytic suffering social phobia
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5335 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| vegan diet reduce risk parkinson's disease pubmed ncbi abstract recent case-control studies conclude diets high animal fat cholesterol substantial increase risk parkinson's disease pd contrast fat plant origin increase risk reported age-adjusted prevalence rates pd tend uniform europe americas sub-saharan black africans rural chinese japanese groups diets tend vegan quasi-vegan enjoy substantially lower rates current pd prevalence african-americans whites environmental factors responsible low pd risk black africans aggregate findings suggest vegan diets notably protective respect pd offer insight saturated fat compounds animal fat animal protein integrated impact components animal products mediates risk animal fat consumption caloric restriction recently shown protect central dopaminergic neurons mice neurotoxins part induction heat-shock proteins conceivably protection afforded vegan diets reflects similar mechanism possibility vegan diets therapeutically beneficial pd slowing loss surviving dopaminergic neurons retarding progression syndrome merit examination vegan diets helpful pd patients promoting vascular health aiding blood-brain barrier transport l-dopa copyright num harcourt publishers
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5363 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| dietary patterns depressive symptoms japanese men women pubmed ncbi abstract objective studies reported associations depressive state specific nutrients foods studies examined association dietary patterns adults investigated association major dietary patterns depressive symptoms japanese methods subjects num municipal employees num men num women aged num years participated health survey time periodic checkup depressive symptoms assessed center epidemiologic studies depression ces-d scale dietary patterns derived principal component analysis consumption num food beverage items assessed validated diet history questionnaire logistic regression analysis estimate odds ratios depressive symptoms ces-d num adjustment potential confounding variables results identified dietary patterns healthy japanese dietary pattern characterized high intakes vegetables fruit mushrooms soy products fewer depressive symptoms multivariate-adjusted odds ratios num confidence intervals depressive symptoms lowest highest tertiles healthy japanese dietary pattern score num reference num num num num num num trend num dietary patterns appreciably depressive symptoms conclusions findings suggest healthy japanese dietary pattern related decreased prevalence depressive status
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5337 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| intensive lifestyle affect progression prostate cancer pubmed ncbi abstract purpose men prostate cancer advised make diet lifestyle impact documented evaluated effects comprehensive lifestyle prostate specific antigen psa treatment trends serum stimulated lncap cell growth men early biopsy proven prostate cancer num year materials methods patient recruitment limited men chosen undergo conventional treatment provided unusual opportunity nonintervention randomized control group avoid confounding effects interventions radiation surgery androgen deprivation therapy total num volunteers serum psa num num ng/ml cancer gleason scores num randomly assigned experimental group asked make comprehensive lifestyle usual care control group results experimental group patients num control patients underwent conventional treatment due increase psa and/or progression disease magnetic resonance imaging psa decreased num experimental group increased num control group num growth lncap prostate cancer cells american type culture collection manassas virginia inhibited num times serum experimental control group num num num serum psa lncap cell growth significantly degree change diet lifestyle conclusions intensive lifestyle affect progression early low grade prostate cancer men studies longer term followup warranted
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5338 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| original articles vegetarian compared meat dietary protein source phosphorus homeostasis chronic kidney disease summary background objectives patients advanced chronic kidney disease ckd positive phosphorus balance phosphorus levels maintained normal range phosphaturia induced increases fibroblast growth factor num fgf num parathyroid hormone pth rationale recommendations restrict dietary phosphate intake num mg/d protein source phosphate important design setting participants measurements conducted crossover trial patients estimated gfr num ml/min directly compare vegetarian meat diets equivalent nutrients prepared clinical research staff num hours num day diet period subjects hospitalized research center urine blood frequently monitored results results num week vegetarian diet led lower serum phosphorus levels decreased fgf num levels inpatient stay demonstrated similar diurnal variation blood phosphorus calcium pth urine fractional excretion phosphorus significant differences vegetarian meat diets finally num hour fractional excretion phosphorus highly correlated num hour fasting urine collection vegetarian diet meat diet conclusions summary study demonstrates source protein significant effect phosphorus homeostasis patients ckd dietary counseling patients ckd include information amount phosphate source protein phosphate derives
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5339 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5340 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| renal function parameters thai vegans compared non-vegans pubmed ncbi abstract asia vegetarianism well-established eating behavior appears adoption vegan diet leads lessening health risk factors vegetarianism notable effects hematological system effect nephrological system clarified pattern renal function parameters studied num thai vegans compared num non-vegetarians studied parameters found urine protein significantly num vegans controls vegans significantly lower urine protein level
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5341 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5342 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| vegetarian diets healthy mood states cross-sectional study seventh day adventist adults abstract background physical health status vegetarians extensively reported limited research mental health status vegetarians regard mood vegetarian diets exclude fish major dietary source eicosapentaenoic acid epa docosahexaenoic acid dha critical regulators brain cell structure function omnivorous diets low epa dha linked impaired mood states observational experimental studies methods examined associations mood state polyunsaturated fatty acid intake result adherence vegetarian omnivorous diet cross-sectional study num healthy seventh day adventist men women residing southwest participants completed quantitative food frequency questionnaire depression anxiety stress scale dass profile mood states poms questionnaires results vegetarians veg:n num reported significantly negative emotion omnivores omn:n num measured total dass poms scores num num num num num num num num num num veg reported significantly lower intakes epa num dha num omega num fatty acid arachidonic acid aa num reported higher intakes shorter-chain linolenic acid num linoleic acid num omn total dass poms scores positively related intakes epa num dha num aa num inversely related intakes ala num la num indicating participants low intakes epa dha aa high intakes ala la mood conclusions vegetarian diet profile adversely affect mood low intake long-chain omega num fatty acids
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4740 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-4158 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| brain volumes cognitive impairment conjugated equine estrogens abstract background postmenopausal conjugated equine estrogens cee therapies increase risk cognitive impairment women aged num years older smaller regional brain volumes link phenomena established methods standardized magnetic resonance imaging performed num women num num years participated randomized placebo-controlled clinical trials cee-based therapies women included report aged num num years free dementia mild cognitive impairment mci originally enrolled trials lasted average num num years conducted num academic u s medical centers associations regional brain volumes ischemic lesion volumes development cognitive impairment i e dementia mci contrasted treatment groups analyses covariance results fifty-three women developed mci probable dementia follow-up women prescribed cee-based therapies cognitive impairment smaller hippocampal num total brain volumes num qualitatively associations appeared independent level pretreatment cognitive function women prescribed placebo relationships evident cognitive impairment greater ischemic lesion volume frontal lobe num num conclusion mechanism cee-based postmenopausal hormone therapy induces cognitive impairment appears increased brain atrophy
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PLAIN-5 | MED-867 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
| effect momordica charantia capsule preparation glycemic control type num diabetes mellitus studies pubmed ncbi abstract background objectives momordica charantia locally ampalaya widely advertised hypoglycemic effects date large clinical trial published efficacy type preparation main objective study determine addition charantia capsules standard therapy decrease glycosylated hemoglobin hemoglobin num hba num levels diabetic patients poor sugar control study design setting randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial conducted april september num outpatient clinics philippine general hospital trial included num patients num years newly diagnosed poorly controlled type num diabetics num levels num num top standard therapy patients randomized charantia capsules placebo treatment group received capsules charantia times day meals num months control group received placebo dose primary efficacy endpoint change num level groups secondary efficacy endpoints included effect fasting blood sugar serum cholesterol weight safety endpoints included effects serum creatinine hepatic transaminases alanine aminotransferase/alt aspartate aminotransferase/ast sodium potassium adverse events results baseline characteristics treatment control groups similar difference change num groups num favor charantia num ci num num num significant effect fasting blood sugar total cholesterol weight serum creatinine alt ast sodium potassium adverse events generally mild conclusion randomized controlled trial shed light issue hypoglycemic effects charantia investigators targeted num decline num outset estimated power num observed decline num achieved power num reason unable make definite conclusion effectiveness charantia results study estimate sample size bigger studies
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PLAIN-5 | MED-3228 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-860 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-2426 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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PLAIN-5 | MED-5320 | treating asthma with plants vs. pills in my video treating asthma with fruits and vegetables , i highlighted a landmark study on manipulating antioxidant intake in asthma . the study found that just a few extra fruits and vegetables a day can powerfully reduce asthma exacerbation rates . if the antioxidants in the plants are ameliorating asthma , then why can ’ t we take antioxidant pills instead ? because antioxidant pills don ’ t appear to work . studies using antioxidant supplements on respiratory or allergic diseases have mostly shown no beneficial effects . this discrepancy between data relating to fruit and vegetable intake compared with those using antioxidant supplements may indicate the importance of the whole food , rather than individual components . for example , in the harvard nurse ’ s health study , women who got the most vitamin e from their diet appeared to be at half the risk for asthma , ( which may help explain why nut consumption is associated with significantly lower rates of wheezing ) , but vitamin e supplements did not appear to help . men who eat a lot of apples appear to have superior lung function , as do kids who eat fresh fruit every day , as measured by fev1 ( basically how much air you can forcibly blow out in one second ) . the more fruit , salad , and green vegetables kids ate , the greater their lung function appeared . researchers are “ cautious about concluding which nutrient might be responsible . ” there ’ s vitamin c in fruits , salads , and green vegetables , but there are lots of other antioxidants , such as “ vitamin p , ” a term used to describe polyphenol phytonutrients found in grapes , flax seeds , beans , berries , broccoli , apples , citrus , herbs , tea , and soy . polyphenol phytonutrients can directly bind to allergenic proteins and render them hypoallergenic , allowing them to slip under our body ’ s radar . if this first line of defense fails , polyphenols can also inhibit the activation of the allergic response and prevent the ensuing inflammation , and so may not only work for prevention , but for treatment as well . most of the available evidence is weak , though , in terms of using supplements containing isolated phytonutrients to treat allergic diseases . we could just give people fruits and vegetables to eat , but then we couldn ’ t perform a double-blind study to see if they work better than placebo . some researchers decided to use pills containing plant food extracts . plant extracts are kind of a middle ground . they are better than isolated plant chemicals , but are not as complete as whole foods . still , since we can ’ t put whole foods in a capsule , we can compare the extracts to fake sugar pills that look and feel the same to see if they have an effect . the first trial involved giving people extracts of apple skins . i ’ ve talked about the japan ’ s big cedar allergy problem before ( see alkylphenol endocrine disruptors and allergies ) , so apple extract pills were given every day for a few months starting right before pollen season started . the results were pretty disappointing . they found maybe a little less sneezing , but the extract didn ’ t seem to help their stuffy noses or itchy eyes . what about a tomato extract ? a randomized , double-blind , placebo-controlled eight-week trial was performed on perennial allergic rhinitis , this time not for seasonal pollen , but for year-round allergies to things like dust-mites . there are lots of drugs out there , but you may have to take them every day year-round , so how about some tomato pills instead ? after oral administration of tomato extract for eight weeks , there was a significant improvement of total nasal symptom scores , combined sneezing , runny nose and nasal obstruction , with no apparent adverse effects . would whole tomatoes work even better ? if only researchers would design an experiment directly comparing phytonutrient supplements to actual fruits and vegetables head-to-head against asthma , but such a study had never been done … until now . the same amazing study , highlighted in my video , treating asthma with plants vs. supplements ? , that compared the seven-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet to the three-fruit-and-vegetables-a-day diet , after completion of its first phase , commenced a parallel , randomized , controlled supplementation trial with capsules of tomato extract , which boosted the power of five tomatoes in one little pill , and the study subjects were given three pills a day . who did better , the group that ate seven servings of actual fruits and vegetables a day , or the group that ate three servings a day but also took 15 supposed serving equivalents in pill form ? the pills didn ’ t help at all . improvements in lung function and asthma control were evident only after increased fruit and vegetable intake , which suggests that whole-food interventions are most effective . both the supplements and increased fruit and vegetable intake were effective methods for increasing carotenoid concentrations in the bloodstream , but who cares ? clinical improvements — getting better from disease — were evident only as a result of an increase in plant , not pill , consumption . the results provide further evidence that whole-food approaches should be used to achieve maximum efficacy of antioxidant interventions . and if this is what a few more plants can do , what might a whole diet composed of plants accomplish ? see treating asthma and eczema with plant-based diets . i also dealt with preventing asthma in the first place : preventing asthma with fruits and vegetables . the theme of whole foods being more efficacious than supplements seems to come up over and over again . see for example : more on “ vitamin p ” in how to slow brain aging by two years . the anti-inflammatory effects of nuts may explain the harvard nurse ’ s health study finding : fighting inflammation in a nut shell . maybe the asthma trick is in what not to eat . if they ate a pill instead of the whole fruit , they would not displaced the animal foods ( could be allergenic in some people ) . they would eat the same diet plus the extra pill . switching the thought process of missing something ( a + $ $ $ pill ) to taking something out ( animal - $ $ $ ) could be scientific too.vegan regimen with reduced medication in the treatment of bronchial asthma . : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 4019393thanks for the study link . from the related articles it looks like yoga can help , too.as an asthma sufferer , i can say that pills help tremendously . if i take around 7,000 mg vitamin c a day , my symptoms are greatly decreased . but i have to take at least that much or no benefits . i ’ d like to see studies on taking much more vitamin c than what ’ s normally recommended . i ’ ve had friends who do vitamin c iv ’ s … around 50,000mg given through the blood . prescribed by a doctor of course . it totally stops their symptoms . maybe the fillers in vitamins have something to do with effectiveness ? hi amanda . thanks for you comment . i suppose the fillers could be problematic if allergic to a substance that it contains . good to know your doctor is prescribing the high dose vitamin c and you are not injecting yourself ! if it works for you and you ’ re finding relief then more power to ya ! so many folks suffer from asthma ( like my baby cousin ) that i am happy to hear when something works.have you tried having your vitamin d3 levels checked ? here ’ s what boggles the mind . my choice then is to either ( a ) pick a juicy , healthy , fruit off a tree ( or buy it for peanuts at the local market ) and enjoy it as a snack , or ( b ) pop something that has been processed to the hilt with artificial flavouring ( gross ) , that would cost me more , has negligible benefits and perhaps even a negative side effect or two to boot . why would we willingly spend money on something so distasteful when a perfectly tastier , healthier , cheaper option is available ? what am i missing here ? ? sounds good to me ! perhaps convenience and unhealthful dietary patterns interfere with choosing fresh fruits and vegetables ? access to foods could be another part , but i agree with you 100 % that choice “ a ” is preferred . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed ! thanks for your comment , tikiri.it ’ s unfortunate the nutritionfacts articles do not carry citations as do the videos . i ’ m curious as to what “ extracts ” are and whether they differ from “ concentrates ” , as in juice plus.hi steve , the following sources regarding apple and tomato extracts are hyperlinked within the text above : http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 15849424http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 17519582http : / / www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov / pubmed / 22854412thanks . i should have noticed that.the hyperlinks for individual studies aren ’ t bolded as the video titles are , and are a rather subdued green as opposed to the bright blue we ’ re used to seeing . they can be easy to miss ! enjoy the articles . : ) thanks for asking , steve. b00mer is right we do link the studies but they are in the hyperlinks for blogs . you can still find them . the study will go into more depth on type of extract . as for “ juice plus ” , dr. greger has a few videos on that supplement.thanks.last october my son was coming to visit and he is a vegan . i bought almond milk in preparation for his arrival , so for about a week i was not drinking dairy . i began to notice that my breathing was easier . after he left i took myself off all dairy and within another week was off my asthma meds . no more daily inhaled steroids . i ’ m also off benadryl now . if i get around cats and dogs for extended periods i might need a rescue inhaler , but overall my symptoms are much better.wow that is amazing ! dairy can be a major allergen for many folks . i am so glad you are finding relief . that ’ s why i love nutritionfacts.org because the public can visit the site for free and learn about crucial nutrition topics . if you have not already , please consider keeping up with the new videos posted every weekday and subscribe to the daily video feed . thanks , jim.i know what you mean about dairy.when i was a kid i had asthma i drank milk back then as i got older i drank less milk but more sodas but my asthma went away.never made the connection until about a year ago when i found out the real truth about dairy.this spring when the pollen was falling like snow everyone around me was sniffing and snorting and complaining about congestion but i was free and clear.i tell everyone i talk to about diet that if you want better health at least ditch the dairy at least ; ) so the big idea is more fruits and vegetables for more plant fiber . we recommend bacon ! made from eggplant . here is a link to our vegan bacon video . spoiler alert : there ’ s turmeric in there . < 3 whirled peas kitchen https : / / youtu.be / avcpoqhwpocallan : another winner ! i ’ ve heard of processed vegan bacon , coconut bacon , and of course , tempeh bacon . i ’ ve never heard of eggplant bacon before this . you make it look absolutely delicious . and i really liked how you gave the overview at the beginning.that ’ s too much work for me . but sure do hope i will get to try it some time in the future . thanks for the link ! just a heads-up on some scary tv viewing tonight on frontline . hunting the nightmare bacteria . can also be seen online . it gives good reason to stay healthy and avoid all hospital stays.asthma is not dependant on vitamin c. vitamin d3 has been found in a number of people to treat and cure asthma . you can read “ the miraculous results of extremely high doses of the sunshine hormone vitamin d3 my experiment with huge doses of d3 from 25,000 to 50,000 to 100,000 iu a day over a 1 year period ” by jeff bowles for more information on how to use d3 to cure asthma . many people are very deficient in vitamin c and vitamin e , those being some of the vitamins lost to the mills.i ’ m confused about reaching 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables , as the usda uses cups now instead . when you refer to a serving of fruit , is that the previously used usda serving size of about 1 / 2 cup for most and 1 cup for leafy greens ? or is each serving now 1 cup for most and 2 cups for leafy greens ? i find references to both measurements as a serving online . i don ’ t think i ’ m the only one confused ! : ) thank you so much ! i agree with lilackitty , this is an important question . how much exactly is a “ serving ? ” thank you , drs. greger and gonzales , for the constant stream of life giving information.good questions . the guidelines always seem to be changing . usda now uses cups . 5 cups ( servings ) total of fruits and vegetables is the minimum to shoot for , but more is definitely preferred . here is a guide to what counts as a serving for vegetables and fruits. allergies , antioxidants , apples , asthma , beans , berries , broccoli , children , citrus , flax seeds , fruit , grapes , harvard nurses ' health study , herbs , inflammation , japan , lung disease , lung health , nuts , oxidative stress , phytonutrients , polyphenols , protein , respiratory infections , salads , soy , sugar , supplements , tea , tomatoes , vegetables , vitamin c , vitamin e - -
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