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1. New Studies Show Why Wild Blueberries Deserve a Place in Your Diet
2. "The End of Heart Disease"– book by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. & Nutritionist
3. Support for Strong Immune Health – Immune Biotect
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New Studies Show Why Wild Blueberries Deserve a Place in Your Diet
Wild and cultivated blueberries differ in size, flavor, and antioxidant content. Although cultivated varieties are larger and easier to find, wild blueberries contain more antioxidants and nutrients in every serving
A comprehensive review found that wild blueberries help support heart, brain, and gut health by improving circulation, enhancing the gut microbiome, and reducing risk factors linked to blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar
Wild blueberries can also help seniors think faster and may increase fat burning during exercise
Blueberries provide antioxidants and phytonutrients linked to lower cancer risk, better eye health, slower aging, improved blood sugar control, and may even help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Wild blueberries are delicious when paired with raw dairy or added to savory meat dishes. A simple blueberry banana smoothie is a tasty, antioxidant-rich way to enjoy them every day
To read the entire article go go drmercola.com and put in the title of this article.
"The End of Heart Disease"– book by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. & Nutritionist
Reverse Heart Disease, Normalize Blood Pressure and Lower Cholesterol
Dr. Fuhrman offers a detailed nutritional plan to reverse heart disease, normalize blood pressure and cholesterol, and protect against heart attacks. In his New York Times bestseller The End of Heart Disease, Dr. Fuhrman explains the futility of traditional medical care for heart disease. He offers compelling and irrefutable scientific evidence documenting how the right diet can be 100 times more effective at preventing heart disease and strokes and reveals the documented dangers of using drugs instead of eating right.
An Analysis of Popular Diets, A Meal Plan and Recipes Included
Dr. Fuhrman analyzes a number of popular diets, such as Paleo, Mediterranean, DASH and others, that claim to claim to offer cardio benefits – and explains why they don’t offer effective protection. The End of Heart Disease will make you the expert and motivate you to get well and stay well forever.
The End of Heart Disease provides a two-week menu plan and 95 heart-healthy recipes. The book also includes a Radical Weight Reduction Menu, designed for those who need urgent nutritional intervention.
Read more at End of Heart Disease
Support for Strong Immune Health – Immune Biotect™
Immune Biotect™ is a formula by Dr. Fuhrman for Immune Health with a powerful combination of superfood ingredients that are rarely included in the typical diet. This carefully selected blend is designed to help support a healthy immune system and promote balance within the microbiome.
Key Benefits
Immune Biotect™ supports multiple aspects of immune health through a unique formula that combines organic berries, organic astragalus root, and nine organic mushroom concentrates. A Nutritarian diet that includes G-BOMBS (Greens, Beans, Onions, Mushrooms, Berries, and Seeds) naturally provides many protective phytochemicals.
Immune Biotect™ was created to complement such a diet by delivering additional immune-supportive compounds that are not commonly consumed.
Key features include:
* Contains nine different organic mushroom concentrates
* Rich in immune-supporting antioxidants and flavonoids
* Includes organic elderberry, a concentrated source of flavonoids
* Provides flavonoids from organic blueberry, raspberry, and goji berry extracts
* Features organic astragalus root, known for its immune-supportive phytochemicals
* Includes additional beta-glucan, a mushroom-derived polysaccharide that supports immune function
*Vegan-friendly and free from gluten, dairy, soy, and GMOs
* Produced in a GMP-certified and FDA-regulated facility.
Organic Elderberry
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) grows widely across Europe and North America. Its deep purple berries are particularly rich in anthocyanins, a class of flavonoid antioxidants responsible for the vibrant colors found in berries, cherries, eggplant, and other richly colored plant foods.
Immune Biotect™ also incorporates extracts from organic blueberry, raspberry, and goji berry. The elderberry extract used in the formula, Eldermune™, provides immune-supporting anthocyanins and polyphenols along with soluble prebiotic fiber that helps nourish a healthy gut microbiome.
Organic Astragalus Root
Astragalus membranaceus is a legume native to Asia and widely used in traditional herbal practices. The dried root contains beneficial flavonoids and polysaccharides that contribute to immune support.
Historically, astragalus has been valued for enhancing the body’s natural resilience and promoting overall wellness. Its inclusion in Immune Biotect™ adds an additional layer of plant-based immune support.
Organic Mushrooms
Immune Biotect™ features a thoughtfully selected blend of nine whole organic dried mushrooms:
* Maitake
* Reishi
* Himematsutake
* Turkey Tail
* Shiitake
* Lion’s Mane
* Meshimakobu
* Chaga
* Zhu Ling
Because most of these mushrooms are not typically consumed in everyday diets, Immune Biotect™ provides a convenient way to obtain their beneficial phytochemicals. The formula also includes extra beta-glucan, a mushroom-derived polysaccharide known for supporting immune response and overall health.
Research Supporting the Formula
The development of Immune Biotect™ was informed by scientific research examining the immune-supportive properties of beta-glucans, medicinal mushrooms, elderberry, and astragalus.
Key studies include research on:
* The effects of beta-glucans on immune and cancer cells
* The immunobiology of mushrooms
* The immunostimulatory and antitumor activities of glucans
* The impact of **dietary mushrooms on human immune function**
* The antiviral and immune-supporting properties of elderberry
* Traditional and clinical evidence supporting Astragalus membranaceus
To learn more and order Immune Biotect (includes Customer Reviews)
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(includes Customer Reviews)
These studies collectively highlight the potential of plant-based compounds and mushroom-derived polysaccharides to support immune health.
Scientific Studies
Below are the studies that informed the development of this product:
1. Chan GC, Chan WK, Sze DM. The effects of beta-glucan on human immune and cancer cells. J Hematol Oncol 2009, 2:25.
2. Borchers AT, Krishnamurthy A, Keen CL, et al. The immunobiology of mushrooms. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2008, 233:259-276.
3. Vannucci L, Krizan J, Sima P, et al. Immunostimulatory properties and antitumor activities of glucans (Review). Int J Oncol 2013, 43:357-364.
4. Akramiene D, Kondrotas A, Didziapetriene J, Kevelaitis E. Effects of beta-glucans on the immune system. Medicina (Kaunas) 2007, 43:597-606.
5. Jeong SC, Koyyalamudi SR, Pang G. Dietary intake of Agaricus bisporus white button mushroom accelerates salivary immunoglobulin A secretion in healthy volunteers. Nutrition 2012, 28:527-531.
6. Dai X, Stanilka JM, Rowe CA, et al. Consuming Lentinula edodes (Shiitake) Mushrooms Daily Improves Human Immunity: A Randomized Dietary Intervention in Healthy Young Adults. J Am Coll Nutr 2015, 34:478-487.
7. Roschek B, Jr., Fink RC, McMichael MD, et al. Elderberry flavonoids bind to and prevent H1N1 infection in vitro. Phytochemistry 2009, 70:1255-1261.
8. Zakay-Rones Z, Thom E, Wollan T, Wadstein J. Randomized study of the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry extract in the treatment of influenza A and B virus infections. Journal of International Medical Research 2004, 32:132-140.
9. Roxas M, Jurenka J. Colds and influenza: a review of diagnosis and conventional, botanical, and nutritional considerations. Altern Med Rev 2007, 12:25-48.
10. Astragalus membranaceus. Monograph. Altern Med Rev 2003, 8:72-77
11. Denzler K, Moore J, Harrington H, et al. Characterization of the Physiological Response following In Vivo Administration of Astragalus membranaceus. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2016, 2016:6861078.
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