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what are fats saturated with?
hydrogens
solid @ body temp/room temp
MP 149 degrees C
stick together
saturated fats
what two saturated fats are liquid at body temp?
<10carbons
used as energy
butyric acid in dairy and coconut oil
essential fatty acids
Omega 3 and Omega 6
Presursor to Omega 3
Alpha-linolenic acid
Precursor to Omega 6
Linoleic acid
sources of alpha-linolenic acid
flaxseed oil-60%
Green leafy vegetables -50%
hemp seed - 25%
pumpkin seed - 15%
Alpha-linolenic acid converts to what in th body?
Alpha-linolenic acid can be converted into EPA and DHA in the body
Sources of EPA and DHA
Cold water fish
some forms of algae
egg yolk
raw brain, adrenals, eyeballs, and testes
Sources of Linoleic Acid
corn oil
safflower oil
sunflower oil, soybean, walnut
sources of Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA)
Evening Primrose Oil (EPO)
borage seed oil
black currant seed oil
Mother's milk
Sources of Arichidonic Acid
animal products, peanut oil
Too much Arichidonic Acid consumed
= too much in the body
Sources of nonessential Omega 9
Oleic Acid from
olive oil, Rapeseed oil (canola)
oil from almonds, cashews, macadamias, pecans, and peanuts
Monosaturated fats contain more double bonds which makes them more susceptible to what?
heat, light, oxygen
Calories per gram of fat
9
function of fatty acids
energy
maintain fluidity of cell membranes
transport cholesterol
chromosome stability
transport toxins to surface ofskin, lungs, intestines, and kidneys for elimination
eicosanoid production
Factors that block Delta-6-Desaturase
High dietary and serum cholesterol
saturated fats
trans-fat, stress, alcohol
sugar, atopy, infancy, aging
steroids, NSAIDS, high blood glucose, high insulin,
obesity, smoking, fasting
What can make both inflammatory or antiinflammatory products
Omega 6
to normalize lipid metabolism
eat low on theglycemic index
How much EFA do we need?
2% minimal
5-10% optimal
Men more than women
Signs of fatty acid imbalance
dry skin, cracked on heels or fingertips
pale skin on cheeks
dry hair, eyes, dandruff
increased thirst, freq. urination,
allergies, freq. infections, soft nails, brittle layered nails, irritability, fatigue, attention deficit, learnig problems, hyperactivity, poor wound healing
Essential Fatty Acids are damaged by what?
heat, light , oxygen
Why are foods hydogenated?
to extend shelf-life
what results from hydrogenating fats?
trans-fats, isomers, fragments
What blocks EFA receptors, not allowing omega's 3 and 6 into the cell?
trans-fatty acids
What increases platelet aggregation,total serum cholesterol, decreases HDL, and impairs cell membrane function
Trans-fatty acids
95% of our trans fatty acid intake is from what?
hydrogenated vegetable oils
what percentage of trans fatty acids comes from animal fat?
5%
According to Pritikin, Ornish, and others how much fat do we need in our diet?
10% of total calories max
According to Sears how much fat do we need in our diet
30% of total calories
On the Atkins diet what is the maximum amount of fat you should consume?
unlimited
The China Study recommends how much fat?
maximum around 20%
Always increase the intake of what with fatty acid supplemetation?
Antioxidants
Fatty acid supplementation may change dosages on what medicines?
Prozac and Insulin
Studies show that unaltered coconut oil can ______ LDL's, and _________ HDL's
decrease, increase
Coconut oil conatains ______acid
Lauric
Lauric acid is converted by gut bacteria into __________
monolaurin
Monolaurin inactiviates what?
bacteria, yeast, fungi, and viruses such as HIV, CMV, HSV, measles
What other acid is contained in coconut oil and has anti-parasitic properties?
Caprylic Acid
Ritalin (methylphenidate HCD)
is addictive. T or F
True
Ritalin uses the same brain receptors as what other drug?
cocaine
Ritalin has no known side effects? T or F
False, they are anorexia, decreased growth, visual disturbances, insomnia, depression, irritability, psychosis
Hyperglycemia presents with symptoms which could be mistaken for ADHD. T or F
true
Sugar triggers adrenaline release. Adrenaline levels can be ___ times higher than normal for up to ___ hours
10, 5
To manage hypoglycemia you should eat every ____ hours and avoid ______ and ________ _______________
2, sugar and refined carbohydrates
Histamine release can disturb blood sugar. T or F
true
What nutritional tool can chiropractors use to treat allegies?
Elimination diet
Large undigested molecules called macromolecules pass through the intestinal wall into the bloodstream
Leaky Gut Syndrome
what causes leaky gut?
infections, alcohol intake and NSAIDS are m/c causes
What are formed in leaky gut syndrome that may lead to RA, MS, SLE, and others?
antibodies
With leaky gut syndrome what translates into the bloodstream?
bacteria and yeast
Reduction in what causes susceptibilty to infection and infestation?
IgA
Damaged carrier proteins with leaky gut syndrome create _________ ____________
Nutrient defiencies
Leaky gut syndrome increases the production of free radicals and carcinogens by the liver's _____________
cytachrome P-450 system
Reactive by-products of the cytachrome P-450 system can damage __________, __________, and ___________
hepatacytes, bile duct, pancreas
With leaky gut syndrome the liver builds its reserves of sulfur containing Amino Acids. T or F
false, they deplete
What is a normal result for a Lactulose and Mannitol Test?
low Lactulose with high Mannitol
An abnormal result for a Lactulose and Mannitol test would be..
low Mannitol and high Lactulose
Lactulose is a disaccharide that is well absorbed or NOT well absorbed by the healthy gut.
Not well absorbed
Mannitol is a monosaccharide that is not metabolized and is normally carried across the gut wall by facilitated transport. T or F
True
Low Mannitol indicates______________.
malabsorption. Look for Celiac disease, intestinal parasites, ileitis
High Lactulose indicates
Inflammatory bowel disease, toxin exposure, infection, food allergies, bacterial overgrowth
What are the four R's of the 4R program?
Remove
Replace
Repopulate
Repair
Dr. Jefferey Bland developed the Elimination Diet. T or F
False, He developed the 4R program.
Performing the CDSA test (comprehensive digestive stool analysis) is part of what step in the 4R program?
Remove, Identifies pathogens
You can treat pathogens naturally and effectively using :
garlic, black walnut, citrus seed extract, Artemesia, oregano, caprylic Acid, etc..
What test is the gold standard for screening the pH of the stomach?
Heidelberg capsule
You can screen for low HCL in the stomach by drinking lemon juice. T or F
True
The Heidelberg capsule and Lemon Juice screening test are done in what phase of the 4R program?
Replace
Probiotics are used during what phase of the 4R program?
Repopulate
When do you implement nutrients such as vitamins and minerals in the 4R program?
during Repair phase
What is a trigger for the oxidation of LDL?
Iron
What vitamins and minerals do you use for skin conditions?
Vitamin A and Zinc
Which vitamin has a therapeutic dose of bowel tolerance less 10%?
Vitamin C
Protein can be acidic or alkaline. T or F
True
Sugar increases ___________ and __________ ___________
triglycerides, platelet aggregation
Folic Acid masks symptoms of __________________
B12 defiency
Too much _____________ and _______________ can raise homocysteine levels.
Cysteine and Methionine
Glutamine promotes _______ __________ especially in the GI tract.
tissue health
Raw cabbage is great for ulcers. T or F
True
Licorice Root is harmful to the GI tract. T or F
False, Licorice Root is great fo GI problems.
_________ ___________ is a vegetable source for FOS used in the Repopulate stage of the 4R program.
Jerusalem Artichoke
Gentian Root stimulates ____
and rehabilitates parietal cells.
HCL
Reaction not the same as others
Altered Reactivity
Hypersensitivity is the same as allergy. T or F
False, Allergies produce an immune reaction hypersensitivities do not.
Which types of allergic reactions can include food allergies?
Type 1 and type 4
What does a true allergy reaction release?
Histamine, bradykinin, eosinophils
Type 1 allergic reaction is ___ mediated.
IgE
A type 1 allergy reaction is immediate and occurs within __ seconds to ____ hours after exposure.
2, 2
Anaphylaxis occurs with type 4 allergy reactions. T or F
False, Type 1
A type 4 allergy reaction is ____ mediated.
cell
________ reacts directly with the antigen in a type 4 reaction.
T-cells
Type 4 allergy reactions occur within hours. T or F
False, thye are delayed and happen several days after exposure.
The natural components, associated with reactions, Methylxanthines are found in what foods?
coffee, tea, cola, and chocolate
Histamine is found in what foods?
Pork sausage, canned tuna, fermented foods
Tyramine is found in what foods?
canned fish, some wines and cheeses.
What well known food additive is an excitotoxin?
MSG
Sulfites, used in salad, avocado dips, beer, wine, and dried fruit can be safe if you are not allergic. T or F
True
Nitrites, found in lunch meats, hotdogs, cheese ... can be bad for you even if you aren't allergic. T or F
True
Food colorings, emulsifiers, and Aspartame have not been associated with allergic reactions.
False
Toxins are endogenous in what foods?
shell fish, tropical fish, and mushrooms
A bacterial toxin found in canned foods.
Botulism
A common toxin produced by fungus, often found in peanuts.
aflatoxin
Metals can be a food toxin. T or F.
True
What is dysbiosis?
An imbalance of gut flora
Gastrointestinal enzyme defiencies include
Lactose, Galactase, Maltase, Sucrase
Pathological gastrointestinal disorders
ulcer, enteropathy, parasitic infestation, cholecystitis
Physical disorders of gastrointestinal tract
obstruction, Hiatal Hernia, Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
Inborn errors of Metabolism
PKU, Maple Syrup Urine, Galactesemia
In one study 100% of children with food allergies had a defiency in ________and ____
acidophillus, bifidus
Assesment for food allergies include history, physical exam, __________, and ______________
laboratory exams, and food diary
ESR checks for what?
inflammation
A food Diary includes what information?
What, when, how much, chgs in symptoms, EVERYTHING they ate or drank for 1 week
What diet is effective for determining food allergies?
The Elimination Diet
Allergy patients often have decreased _____________and may benefit from quality essential fatty acids.
delta-6-desaturase
Evening Primrose Oil and Black Currant oil contain which essential fatty acid?
GLA
Dr. Chestnut stated that if we continue to eat the _____ we won't convert our essential fatty acids to GLA or DHA.
SAD ( Standard American Diet)
The top three offending foods for gall bladder problems are
egg 92.8%, pork 83.8%, onion 52.2%
Egg white albumin stimulates mast cells to produce _______
independent of an antigen/antibody reaction.
Histamine
Coffee binds with opiate receptors therefore endorphins won't work. T or F
True
Vitamins B1, B12, and C all have shown to reduce ______.
pain
Coffeebinds with ________ receptors blocking endorphins
opiate
L-Tryptophan appears to raise or lower pain threshold.
raise
Inflammation is directly related to which pathway?
essential fatty acid
To avoid inflammation one should avoid ________ and foods high in ________ _____.
sugar, Arachidonic Acid
Which enzyme must be reduced to avoid inflammation?
Delta- 5 - desaturase
What herb is an anti inflammatory?
Boswella
Meat, Dairy, Eggs increase
__________ _______
Arachidonic Acid
Vitamin E and Curcumin (Curry) decrease
Arachidonic Acid
Bioflavonoids, ginger, vitamin E, EPA, zinc and selenium all increase inflammatory eicosonoids. T or F
False, they decrease inflammatory eicosonoids.
Omega 6 and Omega 3 will ultimately produce anti-inflammatory eicosonoids if not inhibited. T or F
True
Coolagen is the most abundant ____________ in the body.
protein
Albumin is the most abundant protein in the ________
blood
The primary purpose of what is tensile strength?
collagen
A component of chondroitin sulfate. Stimulates proteoglycan synthesis, decreases pain and inflammation improves function
Glucosamine sulfate
D-glucuronic Acid provides __________ protection for the synovium.
antioxidant
These help the body build superoxide dismutase (SOD)
zinc, copper, manganese
What lowers nociceptor threshold, activates Bradykinin?
Tissue acidity
In ischemic or inflamed tissue is the pH acidic or alkaline?
acidic as low as 5.4
Promotes inflammation, increases pain, increases vascular permeability, increases fibrotic deposition, increase WBC, attracts Leukocytes
Bradykinin
What mineral helps relax muscles?
Magnesium
Bradykinin and Cytokines are reduced by an acidic or alkaline diet
Alkaline
Meats are alkaline. T or F
False, fruits and vegetables are alkaline, meats are acidic
What defiency leads to decreased aerobic glycolysis, increased free radicals, increased platelet aggregation
osteoporosis, cardiac arrhythmia, muscle spasms?
Magnesium
What causes Magnesium deficiency?
sugar, alcohol, fat, excess calcium intake, stress, insufficient GLV's and, whole grains
Platelet aggregation is increased by
saturated fats, smoking food antigens, low antioxidant status, EFA imbalances, hypoglycemia, stress
Platelets aggregation is decreased by:
Omega 3 fatty acids, Magnesium, antioxidants, elimination diet, bioflavonoids, Vitamins C and E, ginger, garlic, tumeric, onion
Increases osteoclasts, stimulates collagenase, increases vascular permeability, increases inflammation
Arachidonic Acid
All bodily fluids are ________, with the exception of gastric juices.
alkaline
How do we tell if we are acidic or alkaline?
Check urine
What is a buffer?
something that restores the original pH of a solution when an acid or base is added.
Blood can handle ______times more acid than water.
300
Kidneys balance pH in _______, lungs in _________, Buffer systems in __________.
hours to days, minutes, seconds
pK =6.1
operates outside of cell
very powerful
requires sodium or other alkalizing minerals
Bicarbonate
pK=6.8
primarily inside of cell
uses potassium
Phosphate buffer
pK = 7.4
buffers in either direction
many AA's can accept or reject H+
Protein Buffers
What three fruits are not alkaline?
plums, prunes, and cranberries
What foods leave an alkaline ash?
All vegetables and fruits except plums, prunes, and cranberries
What foods leave an acid ash?
animal flesh, eggs, dairy products, most cereal grains
If your urine is acidic after performing the Alkaline/Acid Test what does this indicate?
adequate mineral reserves
If your urine is alkaline after performing the Alkaline/Acid Test what does this indicate?
low mineral reserves
"Wrong living is the cause of disease, therefore right living is the best means of restoring health."
D. D. Palmer
One should evaluate supplements as you go and discontinue them when they are no longer useful. T or F
True
"Disease is the solution to the body's situation."
Dr. Morter
The acid of fruits is execreted by the lungs leaving the minerals in the body and building the ________ ______
alkaline reserve
When we eat too much protein ammonia is dumped into the urine to make it acidic. T or F
False, urine becomes alkaline
Name the six theories regarding obesity
Genetic
Fat Cell theory
Set Point Theory
Hypothalamic theory
Endocrine theory
Lipoprotein Lipase Theory
Studies show that adoptees and twins raised apart are more likely to develop weight like their biological counterparts than their adoptive parents
Genetic Theory
Adipocytes can be added but never lost.
Fat Cell Theory
When weight is increased or decreased away from set point the body's tendency is to return to that set point.
Set Point Theory
Morbid obesity is due to lesions in the ventro medial nucleus of the hypothalamus
Hypothalamic Theory
About 5% of population may have abnormalities in thyroid hormones, ACTH, cortisol, growth hormone or insulin which causes obesity
Endocrine Theory
Removes fat from blood and deposits it into fat cells. LPL levels decrease when slender people eat a high fat meal but heavy people who eat high fat meals have increasing LPL's
Lipoprotein Lipase Theory
Ground beef is ______% fat.
Extra Lean Ground Beef is ____% fat.
64, 47
American Dietetic Association
recommends a low calorie diet of Female: _______ calories
Male: ___________ calories
1000-1200
1200-1500
Results in ketosis
may contain excessive fat and cholesterol
initially effective but long term results similar to calorie restriction
Low- carbohydrate, High Protein Diet
______% of the patients on a low calorie diet lose 10 lbs. or more. Only about ____% keep it off after 5 years.
25, 2
More satisfaction from eating more volume with fewer calories. Reduces cholesterol and triglycerides.
High-carbohydrate, low -fat
Provides 300-500 claories per day
May be indicated for morbidly obese
Must be Dr. supervised
Must drink 1-1.5 liters of water per day
Long term results are poor
May damage kidneys and other organs
Liquid Protein Diet
H+N/C
Health = Nutrients/Calories
Burns calories, Increases metabolism for up to 72 hours,
Increases thermogenic effect of food
suppresses appetite
maintains or increases muscle mass
improves blood lipids, strengthens heart, increases alertness and self-esteem
exercise
What does Dr. Michael Colgan recommend?
Low intensity, High rep exercise
Omega 3 fats
L-carnitine
Chromium
What does chromium do?
balances glucose and decreases insulin resistance
What does L-carnitine do?
transports fat to the mitochondria
What does Xenobiotics mean?
Foreign to the body
Points of detoxification in the body
liver, skin, GI tract, kidneys, and lungs
The _________ phase of the cytochrome P 450 enzyme system aids in oxidizing, reducing, or hydrolyzing toxins into intermediate metabolites
oxidative phase aka phase 1
In phase 2 of the cytochrome P450 enzyme system toxins are _________ with other elements or compounds.
conjugated
After conjugation of a toxin it becomes less toxic and more _______ ________ which can be safely execreted.
water soluble
When working with Gastointestinal problems always consider the _______ first.
4R's
Always support _________ __________ along with the detoxification program.
digestive wellness
How do we support digestive wellness?
by following the 4R's
What assessment is used to analyze a long tern illness?
Health Appraisal Questionaire
What test is used to assess the functioning of phase 1 in the liver.
The Caffeine Clearance Test
What test asseses the functioning of phase 2 in the liver?
Salicytate and acetaminophen load
How do you measure the caffeine levels in a Caffeine Clearance Test?
in the saliva
The _________ phase of the cytochrome P 450 enzyme system aids in oxidizing, reducing, or hydrolyzing toxins into intermediate metabolites
oxidative phase aka phase 1
In phase 2 of the cytochrome P450 enzyme system toxins are _________ with other elements or compounds.
conjugated
After conjugation of a toxin it becomes less toxic and more _______ ________ which can be safely execreted.
water soluble
When working with Gastointestinal problems always consider the _______ first.
4R's
Always support _________ __________ along with the detoxification program.
digestive wellness
How do we support digestive wellness?
by following the 4R's
What assessment is used to analyze a long tern illness?
Health Appraisal Questionaire
What test is used to assess the functioning of phase 1 in the liver.
The Caffeine Clearance Test
What test asseses the functioning of phase 2 in the liver?
Salicytate and acetaminophen load
How do you measure the caffeine levels in a Caffeine Clearance Test?
in the saliva
How do you measure the results of a Salicylate and acetaminophen Test?
Measure the metabolites in the urine
Prolonged fasting (>2-3days) can increase our ability to detoxify. T or F
False it decreases our ability to detoxify
Patient has felt bad for 2 years or more
History of drugs, alcohol, smoking
significant allergy problems
becomes ill when attempting to fast
High phase I and /or low phase 2
High refined carbohydrate intake can decrease the effectiveness of the _____ ___________.
C-P450 system
____________ fats and healthy ____________ fats help maintain the C-P450 system.
Monosaturated, polyunsaturated
Deficiency in vitamins __ and __ and the mineral _________ decreases C-P450 activity.
C, E, Selenium
_____, __________, ________, __________, and _______ really upregulate phase I.
Zinc, copper, manganese, magnesium, and molybdenum
What absorbs toxins and helps clean the intestinal walls?
Fiber
Methionine and Cysteine provide _______ for phase II conjugation.
sulfer
FOS stimulates the growth of ________ which decreases the activity of enzymes associated with carcinogens.
Bifidus
what does milk thistle do?
supports liver
WHAT IS SILYMARIN?
A flavenoid that is a powerful antioxidant that enhances glutathione levels by 35% in the liver.
What are the important steps to a detoxification program?
Assess your patient,
Monitor carefully,
recommend changes that provide maximum nutrition and reduce toxic load
Cow's Milk causes blood loss from the intestinal tract leading to _____ ____________.
iron deficiency
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that whole cow's milk and low iron formulas not be used during the first years of life. T or F
true
Evidence suggests that the combination of genetic predisposition and consumption of cow's milk is a major factor in
Juvenile Onset Diabetes (Type 1)
Infants fed whole cow's milk have excessive intake of ________,___________, and ___________.
sodium, potassium and protein
In one study, all diabetic children had antibodies to cow's __________ in their blood.
protein
________ __________ is strongly endorsed as the primary source of nutrition during the first year for all infants.
breast-feeding
Milk consumption has been linked to cataracts. T or F
True
Studies show that milk consumption may be linked to autism and schizophrenia in children. T or F
True
Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 has been linked to ________ cancer in men.
prostate
In women, IGF-1 has been shown to be involved with __________ cancer.
Breast
Spinach has twice the amount of calcium mg/calorie than milk. T or F
True
In one study, ____________%
of asthmatics were cured by eliminating dairy products.
50-70%
________ _________ destroys plasminogen
Xanthine Oxidase
____________ milk fat goes directly into the blood stream.
Homogenized
almost all mammals drink their mother's milk exclusively until bith weight is __________.
tripled
Calcium in Human milk has _____mg/qt and in cow milk has _____ mg/qt
300, 1200
According to WHO, there is evidence that <300mg of calcium is harmful. T or F
False there is NO evidence
RA patients return to good health with the elimination of _________ from their diet.
dairy
Death rate for babies on human milk ______/1000,
Death rate for babies on cow milk ______/1000
1.5, 84.7
Deaths for non-breast fed babies from GI tract infections were _______times higher than breast fed infants.
40