The Heart-Harming Effects of Elevated Cortisol Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) When we consider heart disease risk factors, we often think of cholesterol, homocysteine, C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and fibrinogen. However, research is finding that another overlooked factor may play an equally important role in heart health. This factor is…
The Health Consequences of Constipation Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) At the very least, intermittent constipation is inconvenient and unpleasant. At the worst, nagging constipation can contribute toward the development of suboptimal health. This article addresses occasional constipation, its causes, its health ramifications and remedies. According to the National…
Frequently Asked Questions About A Novel Immune Modulator Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) EpiCor™ is a revolutionary new product that has been researched for its effects on the immune system. The response has been tremendous. However, there have also been many questions that have arisen. I have studied the…
Easy Strategies Support Health During Air Travel Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Each and every time we board an airplane we increase our risk of dehydration, blood clots and increased free radical damage. As a frequent flyer myself, traveling tens of thousands of miles each and every year to…
Does Sleep Loss Cause Weight Gain? Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) We’ve become a society that sleeps less and weighs more. Researchers are beginning to believe that these two coinciding states are not a coincidence since science is beginning to unravel a link between sleep loss and weight gain.…
Doctor Recommendations On Healthy Aging Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Aging can’t be avoided, yet premature aging can be slowed down by our choices that are instrumental in determining to what extent aging will impact our bodies. The medical literature shows that we have the ability to age in…
The Antioxidant Red Wine Polyphenols Protect Omega-3s Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) When we consume dietary or supplemental oils, such as fish oil, we must prevent them from undergoing oxidative damage (“free radical damage”). Polyunsaturaed oils by their very nature are prone to lipid peroxidation. However, even those of…
Four Tests Lay the Foundation for An Effective Supplement Regimen Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Individuals who want to make a stronger commitment to enhancing their health in 2008 as well as newcomers to the healthy aging supplement field, can dramatically improve the success of their regimen by first…
Detoxification From the Four Main Burdens of Life Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Before people can achieve true wellness, they must liberate themselves from certain burdens that can affect overall health. In order to build a strong foundation, it’s crucial to make certain that the gut is healthy, that…
Telomere Length Is Crucial to Longevity Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) With my patients and myself, I incorporate pterostilbene, a methyl group containing a form of the resveratrol molecule, whenever possible for general antioxidant benefits and also the ability to enhance chromosomal health, in particular telomere length. After all,…