How can we prevent aging’s annoyances from becoming disorders and diseases?
by International AntiAging Systems (IAS)
We’ve done our best to simplify the answers for you by breaking down
the protocols and products into 4 categories. We hope that you enjoy
reading about this program and trust that you find great benefit from
following its path.
We all know that prevention is the best cure!
Due to the wide array of the
theories of aging,
it is best to “manage” your aging on several different levels. In
order to simplify the process as much as possible, we’ve designed the
ultimate optimal health pyramid. This comprises of four levels:
- Basics.
- Additional.
- Advanced.
- Premium.
The ultimate optimal health pyramid visualizes the advantages of each
stage, enabling you to “build” the strongest program for your own
optimal health. In this way that the greatest long-term health benefits
can be obtained.
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The IAS ultimate optimal health pyramid
Basics - The essentials
This level can best be described as lifestyle elements comprising of:
1. Exercise:
Studies show that exercise does
not have to be extremely vigorous or intense. Just 3 or 4 decent
workouts each week- i.e., brisk walks, cycling, swimming or gym
attendance for 40 minutes at a time, (and rotated so that you stimulate
different muscle groups) can be very beneficial for physical
condition, heart and mental outlook etc. Additional efforts, like
climbing stairs and parking away from the shops can all make a
difference.
2. Eat and cook sensibly:
No single diet works
for everyone, watch your calorie intake and understand carbohydrates,
(i.e., simple and complex) and how they change when food is cooked
differently, (e.g. boiled or grilled etc). Always choose organic and
avoid all processed foods, avoid saturated and hydrogenated fats (i.e.
animal and margarine) - instead choose mono unsaturated fats, the good
oils include olive, canola, sesame, sunflower and walnut. If you really
can’t do without sweetness then choose fructose or Xylitol over
sucrose. Avoid foodstuffs that trigger excitotoxins, particularly
aspartame and monosodium glutamate. Avoid eating the same things all
the time and discover how to balance your body’s Ph through diet. Lower
your estrogenic and toxin levels by not cooking anything in plastics
and saran wraps, (also avoid freezing in the same). Some also believe
that food cooked in microwaves should be avoided, but certainly all
aluminum as well as non-stick pots, pans and cutlery should be
eliminated from your kitchen.
3. Drink water regularly:
Consume 2 to 3 liters
of pure water per day, (spring water in glass bottles). Do not
substitute water for tea, coffee or beer etc., these drinks are
diuretics, i.e. you will lose more water than you put in- especially
true of coffee. Excess alcohol will inhibit your liver/ kidney function
and lead to an accumulation of estrogens, (hence weight gain) but red
wine (due to the presence of resveratrol and antioxidants) has been
shown to be beneficial to blood/ heart health in small doses. As we
dehydrate with age, this problem can be overcome by drinking water
before you feel thirsty.
4. Be positive:
Maintain a loving, social and active persona to have a positive outlook.
5. Relax:
Chill out! Whether it’s meditation or by other means- do what’s best for you to regularly reduce your stress levels.
6. Get some sunshine:
Around 30-minutes of
sunshine a day can dramatically improve vitamin D levels. This has many
benefits, e.g., a recent study highlighted that men with higher
vitamin D levels had half the incidence of prostate cancer. But
remember that over doing sun/ UV exposure can lead to skin cancers and
accelerate the appearance of aged skin/ wrinkles through “photoaging.” A
careful balance needs to be maintained. Our Beyond Bone Defense
contains a very high strength of 1200IU of vitamin D in each capsule.
7. Maintain a healthy sleep pattern:
Deep sleep
(REM) and regular sleep patterns are a key to feeling alert, focused
and on good form. Melatonin Zn Se is an amazing supplement that can
help you do that, especially if you work irregular hours or travel
frequently.
8. Avoid pollution:
Do whatever you can to spend as little time around cigarette smoke and pollution.
Additional
When you’re ready to take some additional steps to attain your own
optimal health, then you can begin your trek into antiaging proper :
- Control your allergies:
Be aware of what your
allergic reactions. Everyone has some allergies to varying degrees, the
most common are those associated with pollens, dairy produce and other
foodstuffs such as wheat, coffee, food colorants etc. The “hidden”
allergies are those linked with pesticides, plastics and metals,
(particularly mercury and nickel). Plus there are other chemicals,
including coatings and preservatives, (like arsenic found in pressed
wood or formaldehyde in other household materials), many more to be
found in personal care products, (i.e. perfumes and soaps) or household
cleaners etc. It is clear that allergies may be responsible for a wide
variance of disorders, including skin disorders, asthma and depression
but they also lead to an increase of “allergy antibodies” such as IgE
and histamine- causing inflammation, (a trigger for many diseases,
particularly heart conditions).. The effects of many allergies can be
reduced by good gut ecology, which is supported by the use of “friendly”
bacteria (probiotics). In addition, supplements that can aid with
allergies and inflammation include; vitamin C and MSM (both contained in
Beyond C), thymus peptides (Thym-Uvocal), bromelain (Wobenzym N and
Endozym-Med), omega 3 oils (Omega Pro and Krill), magnesium (Gamalate),
vitamin B12 (Beyond B12) and anti-histamines like Zirtec.
- Excrete your toxic body burdens:
The simple
facts are that because of industrial pollution- eating, drinking,
breathing and bathing means we are constantly absorbing endocrine
(hormone) disruptors; particularly pseudo estrogens derived from
plastics and pesticides and in addition- heavy metals, such as mercury
from eating fish, cadmium from road tire abrasion, arsenic from wood
contact, lead from coal burning etc. All of these can be absorbed by
our systems each and every day. Thus, over time, these result in a list
of issues and problems that could fill the rest of this publication!
Much of this is now recognised and well documented, and the lifelong
work of chelation (meaning the removal of heavy metals) expert, Garry
Gordon, M.D., has highlighted the natural substances; EDTA, DMSA, malic
acid and allicin etc., as having great affinity to remove these toxic
burdens- even when taken orally. So to detox metals
such as mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium and aluminium, we recommend
the regular use of Essential Daily Defense and for more extreme cases;
Heavy Detox. Those with particular concerns about their dental work can
look to the unique EZ Defense Gum and healthy bathing can now be
achieved through the use of the unique bath salts; Beyond Clean.
Estrogens can be detoxed more rapidly and efficiently with the use of
DIM-Pro and Beyond C. Saunas (particularly the new infa-red ones) are
also a welcome part in the overall battle against the by-products of
modern life.
- Reduce your parasites:
We may not like the fact
that we share our bodies with millions of other organisms. But while
some of them are welcome as “friendly” bacteria, others such as flukes
and yeasts place a strain upon our systems, consuming our nutrition and
then excreting ammonia, which then has to be removed. The symptoms of
parasite excess can be experienced as lethargy, depression and fatigue.
Our ancestors used to worm themselves regularly- using substances such
as wormwood, but what they didn’t realize is that it also helped
remove flukes too, lessening the “strain” upon their system.
Artemisinin is the active extract of wormwood and is now available in
this “concentrated” form, so its occasional “anti-fluke” use is
recommended. Yeasts and other parasites can be combated with oregano,
olive leaf, licorice, mushroom extracts and zinc, which are all
contained in Immuni-T3. There is also the drug treatment for yeast
infections (such as candida/ thrush) with fluconazole.
- Boost your immunity:
Much can be done to
maintain a strong immune system by the methods described in the
“toxins” and “parasite” sections described previously. Good immunity is
vital because it ensures that we remain strong and healthy. Should
infection set in, then its elimination as soon as possible is
essential. Before antibiotics were invented Silver proteins were used
to neutralize germs- they are still highly effective. Biostim is a
unique substance- this bacterial extract increases the white blood cell
count, enhancing natural immunity- before infection occurs. A course
of just 32-tablets can provide up to 12-months protection, making it
highly cost effective. There are of course a wide range of antibiotics
for the more serious infections, including the anti-influenza drug
Tamiflu.
- Support your methylation processes:
Studies
show that the quality of food has declined consistently since the
1940’s. Intensive farming techniques and the fact that foodstuffs are
now transported over long distances, have all contributed to reduce its
nutritional quality and quantity. Furthermore, even if food was
perfect, it is clear that the battle against aging is not going to be
won by diet alone. Our bodies rely on a ready supply of agents to allow
chemical conversions to take place billions of times every second,
(e.g., methylation). To maintain healthy and constant methylation
requires the availability of a broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals,
aminoacids and essential oils. We recommend the excellent and complete
multi-vitamin with omega oils and much more; Beyond Chelation Improved
plus supplemental vitamin C (Beyond C), CoQ10 and SAMe.
Advanced
As you become more aware of the methodology behind antiaging, you
will realize that having a strong base gives even greater benefit to the
advanced level, as described here:
- Target specific areas of your personal weaknesses:
Everyone
has their own individual issues, whether it is a troubling joint ache,
aged skin or a heart condition, it may even be a concern about family
history, such as parents who suffered from a senile dementia or cancer.
They spur us on to take measures to improve and prevent.
- Enhance your brain function:
One of the most
overlooked areas in antiaging medicine today is brain support, its
enhancement and nutrition. Clearly this is of fundamental importance,
as the brain is the command center over a hierarchy of organs.
Furthermore, who are we if we are not lucid? Maintaining good brain
health safeguards against dementia and it also lessens depression;
additionally it can make us more interesting, bright, attentive and
informative individuals.
Premium
What do we find at the top of the pyramid?
- Maintain a youthful balance of hormones:
The
most discussed area of antiaging medicine is the use of bio-identical
hormones. This effort to maintain youthful levels of hormones includes;
DHEA, cortisol, estrogens, human growth hormone, melatonin,
pregnenolone, progesterone, testosterone, thymus and thyroid.
These “chemical messengers” are powerful agents and the question
arises is aging caused by the hormonal imbalance/ change, or do the
hormone imbalance/ change cause aging? Bioidentical hormone replacement
therapy- when used correctly can help improve immune function, skin
thickness, hair quality, muscle mass, fat levels, organ condition and
well being etc. Apart from taking hormones themselves, there are a
number of drugs and supplements that can adjust balances. Whether they
are aromatase inhibitors such as Arimidex or Femara or prolactin
inhibitors such as bromocriptine or cabergoline or DHT inhibitors such
as Finasteride or Dutasteride etc., there is a lot of choice available
today. But as hormones require blood testing and other monitoring- best
performed by a health professional, this category has been placed into
the “premium” section.
- Incorporating emerging technologies:
At the
very top end of the scale are the new emerging technologies, in
particular stem cells and micro-RNAs. Whilst stem cells are available
now, due to current delivery systems, they are at present not highly
targeted to individual needs. Hopefully the greater understanding of
their use and easier (indeed less controversial) methods of their
production could see their cost decline dramatically and thereby more
widespread use. In addition, emerging evidence about the roles of RNA
(ribonucleic acid) in gene expression, may very soon give us tools that
would be able to switch genes on and off, for example; cancer-genes
off and anti-cancer genes on etc. We live in exciting times.
source :
http://www.antiaging-systems.com/articles/33-synergistic-program-age-prevention
