Bridge To Wellness » TMJ http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness Building a Bridge of Knowledge for Health, Healing & Wellness Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:44:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Rx Omega-3 Factors http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/rx-omega-3-factors http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/rx-omega-3-factors#comments Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:21:49 +0000 admin http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/?p=260 RxOmega-3 FactorsTM is a pharmaceutical grade liquid fish oil concentrate providing one of the highest potency of EPA and DHA available. Stringent quality control standards ensure this highly purified fish oil concentrate is free from toxic environmental contaminants and heavy metals like mercury. Supportive but not conclusive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease*.

One serving (1 tsp) of RxOmega-3 FactorsTM provides 1500 mg of EPA and 750 mg of DHA Omega-3 fatty acids. RxOmega-3 FactorsTM liquid oil has a pleasant orange flavor and is also available in softgel capsules.

Take the liquid over the softgel because it goes directly into your blood stream and you get the benefits much quicker then through a softgel.

RxOmega-3 Factors contains 750 mg long-chain fatty acids (500 mg EPA/250 mg DHA). The 2:1 ratio of EPA and DHA in RxOmega-3 Factors liquid has been the dominant ratio used and proven in scientific studies to produce clinical benefits.

While most North Americans eat too much of the omega-6 oils found in meats and most vegetable oils, they suffer a relative deficiency of the omega-3 oils, a situation that is associated with an increase risk for heart disease and about 60 other conditions, including cancer, arthritis, stroke, high blood pressure, skin diseases, and diabetes. Particularly important to good health are the longer chain omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexanoic acid (DHA) found in fish, especially cold-water fish, such as salmon, mackerel, herring, and halibut. Although the body can convert alpha-linolenic acid, a short-chain omega-3 fatty acid, from flaxseed oil it is much more efficient to get them from fish oils. Furthermore, there is evidence that many people have a difficult time converting alpha-linolenic acid to EPA and DHA.

Why are the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids so important? The answer has to do with the function of these fatty substances in cellular membranes. A diet that is deficient in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, results in altered cell membranes. Without a healthy membrane, cells lose their ability to hold water, vital nutrients, and electrolytes. They also lose their ability to communicate with other cells and be controlled by regulating hormones. They simply do not function properly. Cell membrane dysfunction is a critical factor in the development of virtually every chronic disease, especially cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease. Not surprisingly, long-chain omega-3 fatty acids have shown tremendous protective effects against all of these diseases. This delicious orange flavoured liquid provides 1,470 mg of fish oil in only one-third of a teaspoon.

Benefits

  • Excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Promotes beautiful skin
  • Reduces cholesterol levels
  • Protects cardiovascular function
  • Tasty orange flavour

Dosage for liquid

For Cardiovascular Support: 1/3 tsp, 2-4 times daily with meals or as directed by a
health care practitioner.

For Cognitive Health: 1/3 tsp, 2-4 times daily with meals or as directed by a health
care practitioner.

For Reducing the Pain of Rheumatoid Arthritis: 1/3 tsp, 4 times daily with meals or as
directed by a health care practitioner. Keep out of the reach of children.

Contraindications

  • Because fish oil supplementation may reduce platelet stickiness, it may also increase the risk of bleeding in patients taking anticoagulant drugs like Coumadin® and platelet inhibiting drugs like aspirin and Ticlid®.

Additional Information

Children: Suitable for children at one-half the adult dosage.

Pregnancy and Nursing: Fish oils, but not fish liver oil, are considered safe during pregnancy and lactation. Note: Due to its very high levels of vitamin A and vitamin D, cod liver oil should not be taken by women who are at risk or who already are pregnant.

Seniors: No special precautions are known.

Dosage for softgel:

For Cardiovascular Support: 1 softgel, 2-3 times daily with meals or as directed by a health care practitioner.

For Cognitive Health: 1 softgel 2 times daily with meals or as directed by a health care practitioner.

For Reducing the Pain of Rheumatoid Arthritis: 5 softgels daily with meals or as directed by a health care practitioner. Keep out of the reach of children.

Contraindications

  • Because fish oil supplementation may reduce platelet stickiness, it may also increase the risk of bleeding in patients taking anticoagulant drugs like Coumadin® and platelet inhibiting drugs like aspirin and Ticlid®. Consult your health care practitioner prior to use.

Additional Information

Children: Suitable for children at one-half the adult dosage.

Pregnancy and Nursing: Fish oils, but not fish liver oil, are considered safe during pregnancy and lactation. Note: Due to its very high levels of vitamin A and vitamin D, cod liver oil should not be taken by women who are at risk or who already are pregnant.

Seniors: No special precautions are known.

]]> http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/rx-omega-3-factors/feed 0 Mouth Guard for Bruxium or TMJ http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/mouth-guard-for-bruxium-or-tmj http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/mouth-guard-for-bruxium-or-tmj#comments Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:33:06 +0000 admin http://www.virtualbiz4u.com/wellness/?p=212 Bruxism ( grinding teeth)
TMJ  (TemporoMandibular Joint, or the jaw joint.)

This is a new type of  Mouth Guard  BiteSoft that I was fitted for by my Dentist Dr. Gary Prisand  1380 Hooper Ave. Toms River, NJ.
It is clear and much more comfortable then the one I had before.  If you ever suffer from TMJ or Bruxism this would be a great mouth guard to use.

As you can see it is very small and you really don’t see it when it is in your mouth.

Who is Affected by TMJDs?:

Approximately 35 million people in the United States suffer from TMJ problems. While both men and women experience TMJ problems, the majority of those seeking treatment are women in their childbearing years.

Causes:
Not all causes are known. Some possible causes or contributing factors are injuries to the jaw area, various forms of Arthritis, dental procedures, genetics, hormones, low-level infections, auto-immune diseases, stretching of the jaw as occurs with inserting a breathing tube before surgery, and clenching or grinding of the teeth.

Stress — Teeth grinding or clenching is often the result of stress. Not that women necessarily have more stress than men, but it is a significant contributing factor to TMJ syndrome.

Medical Conditions — Arthritis is also one of the causes of TMJ. As arthritis is more common in women, it would make sense that they would make up a larger percentage of TMJ cases related to arthritis. Women who suffer from fibromyalgia also often have TMJ pain.

Hormones — Research suggests a link between estrogen, pain and jaw joints. Scientists have found estrogen receptors in the temporomandibular joints of baboons, while none were found in males. Studies have also shown that women who undergo hormone replacement therapy or take oral contraceptives are more likely to report jaw pain.

Joint Structure — Some believe the collagen that holds the disk in place between the joint’s ball and socket in women is different from men. This may cause more women to have dislocated disks, which can trigger TMJ.

Vitamin Deficiencies — Several conditions linked to magnesium deficiencies have been found to be more common among women, including TMJ syndrome. There is a possibility that menstruation contributes to some vitamin deficiencies, which may explain why TMJ affects women in their childbearing years.

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