Protein water replacement ideas

Perhaps the most popular use for protein shakes is to help build muscle mass. By simply taking one look at most of the protein supplements at your local health food store or GNC, you'll find that this is certainly the case. However, individuals shouldn't look at protein shakes as the secret to adding on muscle bulk in a fast and easy way. Instead, protein shakes should be utilized very carefully for the purpose of gaining muscle. The best way to do this is to drink a protein shake directly after exercising, preferably within 30 minutes of the conclusion of your workout. This helps your body to recover while also providing the protein needed to fuel your body. Another reason that people use protein shakes is to help with weight loss. These shakes may be effective for helping people to lose weight, but only when used in moderation. The reason protein shakes can be effective for this is because protein is broken down more slowly by your digestive system, helping you to feel fuller for longer while also providing you with ongoing energy throughout the day. Protein shakes alone cannot replace a person's food intake, but many people find that drinking a protein shake for breakfast or for lunch can help them to cut down on calories without feeling hungry and tired during the day. If you are thinking about utilizing protein shakes to lose weight, then keep in mind that you should also be eating a balanced diet and working out if you want to see real results. Furthermore, pay attention to the caloric content of whichever protein shake you choose to help you lose weight. Protein shakes also have a few additional uses, which are less common but just as effective. For some people who have trouble getting a sufficient amount of protein in their diet, a protein shake can be an easy way to get them the necessary protein intake. For example, those who suffer from severe gastrointestinal problems, may have trouble eating sufficient amounts of food every day. In these cases, protein shakes can be a great dietary supplement to ensure that their bodies have enough protein to function properly. isopure protein drink special k20 protein drink enlive protein drink

Update on Natural Womens Care and Vita Doc

Dr Tamyra Comeaux is trained and board certified in Gynecology and Anti-Aging medicine. She spent his first 10 years in typical allopathic practice prescribing drugs and following the typical guidelines of traditional medicine. Then many of the prescription drugs she had been trained to give started to be removed from use (Vioxx) or placed under suspicion (Hormone Replacement Therapy).

She realized an entire world of self empowered medicine using lifestyle, nutrition and supplements was being overlooked and underutilized. So in 2010 she formed Vita Doc (teach life) and began creating her own supplement line to improve human performance health and longevity.


Q: You have quite a story, which I feel my readers will really relate to. In your own words, what happened that started you on your path to being a “radical” anti aging doctor?

A: Early in my career of Obstetrics and Gynecology, patients started throwing their hormones away, pregnant women would stop their antidepressants and other medications, and wonder what else they could do to manage their conditions without side effects. I researched natural treatment of various conditions and by the time I finished all those books I thought "I read so many books, I could have a degree in this". So I studied for my Naturopathic Medical Degree. My traditional training left me unprepared for these questions... and I sought answers.

Q: What were the different ideas that you investigated when searching the best that anti aging medicine had to offer? When all was said and done, what have you proven to be the best of the best?

A: To start out I became well versed in bioidentical hormone replacement for both men and women. In the early days of anti-aging medicine that was pretty much the main agenda. But I rapidly branched out and became fascinated with natural supplementation to augment health and longevity. I began to use diet, nutrition and supplement recommendations to help patients, and found out that I was having almost as much success as in the patients who still on their prescriptions. Next came the natural, herbal weight loss supplements to make up for the huge lack of safe and effective weight loss products.


Q: I have always wondered this, how does one go about formulating your own supplements? How much research went into getting yours just right?

A: The first step is to decide what your goals are with the supplement. Is it a performance enhancer? is it a basic health and longevity supplement?- is it for weight loss? etc. Then hopefully you have a strong background in herbs and nutrition (I have a separate Masters Degree in Holistic Nutrition) pharmacology and biochemistry (the undergrad science degree and the MD cover that). That allows you to understand the compounds you are dealing with on a very “human” level, then you research the literature to see what is out there and what has been done in animals, human cell lines and human studies. That alone will get you to “unique” status in the world of supplementation since most people aren’t making their supplements this way. Next I look for combinations of things that will boost the efficacy of the supplement to do what I want it to do and to give the person taking it real results. I rarely try to make a single supplement since I think it is far less likely to be useful in the body. That is why people who get on my stuff stay on it! Next you need a clinical practice willing to let you “test your theories”! I had and still have people ready and willing to be my beta testers. That said when I start with a supplement I take it myself for at least 3 months and I push the doses way higher than what I am going to sell to make sure they are safe and there is a large margin for error. I tried to make things people can't overdose on!

Once it’s been through the testing phase and I have tweaked it to work as well as possible with the input of my compounding pharmacists and chemists I then bring it to market. The entire process often takes at least 6 months. In terms of research hours it’s an ongoing thing. I spend the bulk of my days looking for new info both on new possible products and those already out there. It’s fascinating because when you hit the research right you find your product growing in value years later when new research comes out. People call me all the time and say "Dr. Oz talked about something you have on his show today!" My customers appreciate knowing they are getting something that is going to be way ahead of the curve and they get to use it first.


Q: If we could stop Telomeres from shortening, is it possible for humans to literally live forever?

A: The only truly immortal cell lines in our body, germ cells and the most undifferentiated stem cells are immortal because telomerase, the enzyme that lengthens telomeres and the same enzyme that TA-65 turns on, allows them to maintain healthy telomere length in spite of duplicating themselves. So in theory this is very possible but there are a lot of details we need to work out. We do know this much though, long telomeres are good for your health and longevity so it’s best to start as soon as you can to add length or at least slow down telomere loss. We also know that a small group of people have an overactive telomerase and they live longer than most, often exceeding 100. The problems is we probably need to start telomerase therapy every early in life something no one is doing, to “catch up” to the losses. If you are 60 or 70 telomerase therapy is going to help you immensely but to make up for the damage you’ve done in those years just by aging you’ll probably need both telomerase therapy and stem cells. I did Spectracell's telomere test on myself, and I became interested in supplements that improve telomere longevity. I have several that I use.




  Octovite
Acai/Resveratrol/Macqui- (Antioxidant Formula)
Dr. Comeaux's COQ10 with Omega 3 Dietary Supplement, 60 softgels




Q: Is there anything else going on at Vita Doc, that my readers might feel is important or any great news coming out soon you can share with us?

A: I am always working on something and the next couple of months will see the release of several new products. I have formulated an estrogen blocker, because estrogen dominance is prevalent in both males and females and is associated with fibrocystic breasts, breast and prostate cancer, abdominal fat gain, and fibroids. Hormone balance is very important and does not always respond to the addition of more hormones. Also, I have reformulated a the Female Balance by adding Maca and Horny Goat for additional libido support.

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Female Balance Ultimate

Beta HCG Ultimate

Our Beta HCG Cream includes not only the Beta HCG recommended in the protocol, but also other supportive ingredients that aid in targeting abdominal fat removal and support other organs during this time of rapid weight loss.

Arginine triggers the body to make protein and has been studied for wound healing, bodybuilding, enhancement of sperm production (spermatogenesis), and prevention of wasting in people with critical illnesses. It is a popular ingredient in many body-building products. In one study, arginine enhanced the function of muscle – helping muscles use calories more efficiently so that they did not end up as stored fat. This was accompanied by lower leptin and triglyceride levels, meaning that arginine is another tool that can support healthy leptin balance. Foods high in arginine include peanuts, sesame and sunflower seeds, crustacean seafoods, tuna, turkey, chicken, and spinach.

DHEA and Weight Loss

Testosterone and estrogen are not the only hormones implicated in weight gain. Low levels of DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), a steroid hormone, have also been linked to increased weight gain. Virtually everyone over age 35 experiences a significant reduction in DHEA. Studies suggest that supplementing with DHEA produces beneficial body composition changes (Villareal et al 2000; Villareal et al 2004). Another study showed that DHEA decreased abdominal obesity and improved insulin action. Studies also showed that DHEA was associated with significant decreases in visceral and subcutaneous fat and improved insulin sensitivity (Villareal et al 2004).

Adrenal insufficiency is a condition involving low levels of adrenal gland hormones. Several studies suggest DHEA supplements may improve well-being, quality of life, and sex drive in people with adrenal insufficiency.


Of note, many of the patients on my protocol have noticed an improvement in libido during the use of this product.

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Why Your Prenatal Vitamin May Not be enough

Pregnancy is a major life event. As a mother, you want to know all there is to know about your pregnancy. I developed The Definitive Guide to Natural Pregnancy Health to help mothers take the right steps toward a healthy, natural pregnancy. There aren't a lot of resources for pregnant women looking for ways to treat their problems using orthomolecular medicine. This is a school of thought encouraging the use of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to create balance in the body. I combine multiple resources into one easy-to-use guide, so expecting mothers can optimize their use of supplements to combat common and uncommon pregnancy ailments. I have found that prenatal vitamins, while they are a good start for any pregnancy, cannot be administered in a "cookie cutter" fashion. Women enter pregnancy having different levels of stress or medical issues that should be remedied by more or less of a particular nutrient. Many women are taking over the counter products or prescription medications before they become pregnant and question continuing these supplements for fear that they may harm the baby. The guide describes a variety of different supplements, lists common problems that I have encountered in my practice, and details the maximum amount of each supplement to be taken during a healthy pregnancy.