Measuring Inflammation is Key to Overall Health Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Creactive Protein (CRP) is an inflammation marker studied extensively for its possible role in heart disease. However, emerging evidence indicates that high levels of CRP are present in a number of other conditions. A search of the…
Fucoidan’s Novel Role in Tissue Repair and Heart Health Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) The controversial discussions about stem cells that we hear in the news often revolve around the potential ability of embryonic stem cells to treat diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, autoimmune disease, burn victims, blood…
Controlling Carbohydrate Cravings Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Anyone who suffers from carbohydrate and sugar cravings knows that it can seem like torture to try to resist them. Yet, doing so can be an important step in achieving optimal health and weight and can improve overall energy levels. The…
Specific Form of Two B Vitamins is Crucial for Proper Absorption Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Many of my patients inquire as to why the methyl form of vitamin B12 and folic acid are important, compared to other available forms of those vitamins. The methyl form of B12, called…
Connecting the Dots on Your Fingernails Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Clinical experience indicates that in more than 50 percent of patients with white dots or lines in their fingernails (not the half moons at the base of the nail), zinc can help clear up the dots or lines…
Proactive Strategies to Reduce Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Millions of people suffer year around from environmental allergens, yet there is a definitive surge during the spring and summer seasons. According to the scientific research, there has been a strong and growing prevalence of allergic rhinitis…
The Fourth Component to Healthy Aging Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) In the January newsletter article, Five Critical Components to Healthy Aging, I touched upon the five most important ways individuals can stay healthy throughout their lives. In February, I began a five-part series to address each of these…
Their Crucial Role in Energy Levels, Cognitive Abilities and Enhanced Overall Health Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) The human red blood cell (RBC) serves as the ultimate delivery service. Without sufficient quantity and quality of RBCs, optimal health is not achievable. An insufficient supply or poor quality of RBCs…
Strategies to Protect Against Potential Bone-Destroying Effects Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn and acid indigestion are becoming some of the most common health complaints of our time. In fact, a new review of the medical literature found a significant trend for an increase in…
Nutritional Support for Man’s Most Pressing Health Concerns Chris D. Meletis, ND (with permission from cpmedical.net, access pin: 587556) There are 2.8 million cases of prostate disease reported annually in the United States.1 Unfortunately in 2004 alone there were approximately 230,110 new cases of prostate cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Prostate cancer is…