Ross Walker talks about CVD, the chlesterol debate and Metabolic syndrome
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Exciting new research suggests Bergamet helps people with non alcoholic fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome
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While earlier studies have shown the Italian export to have cholesterol reducing effects, a new study – published in the International Journal of Cardiology – showed that when taken in conjunction with prescribed statins, BergaMet significantly enhances the effect on cholesterol. Statins are the most prescribed medication in the world with well-documented efficacy in both preventing and treating cardio-metabolic disorders, but have faced criticism about their side effects (around 20 - 40% patients experience them). The study concluded that the addition of BergaMet significantly enhanced the effect of Rosuvastatin on cholesterol profile, when compared to patients taking Rosuvastatin alone. For UK statin patients this could mean a reduction in daily statin dose, alleviating or eliminating side effects. The new prospective, open-label, parallel group, controlled study from the University Magna Graecia found that a similar decrease in LDL cholesterol was observed in the Rosuvastatin 20mg dose group as those taking the Calabrian Citrus Bergamot extract with a 10mg dose. A recent study revealed 34% of over 50s in the UK have received a high cholesterol reading and of these 29% have taken statins. The study found that those on statins, compared with the same age group not on statins, were around twice as likely to suffer nausea, sickness, diarrhoea, dizziness and muscle aches. “Cramping, liver function and memory loss are also serious side effects to be aware of,” comments GP Dr… » moreDr Ross Walker shares his experience with Bergamet
BergaMet BergaMet clinical review over a 3 year period by Dr Ross Walker MB, BS (Hons), FRACP, FCSANZ. His special interests are advanced echocardiography, preventative screening & prevention of cardiovascular disease. He has performed more than 15,000 stress echocardiograms and 2,000 multiplane transoesophageal echos, has supervised over 25,000 Coronary CT scans & over 5,000 Arterial screening procedures. Dr Walker runs a busy cardiology practice in Lindfield on the North Shore of Sydney, Australia, BergaMet, the commercially available natural supplement sourced from the juice of Bergamot oranges grown on the Southern Ionic strip of Calabria, has now been in clinical use for the past three years. I now have clinical experience in well over 2,000 patients and have been involved in a number of publications with my colleague Professor Mollace, who has headed the seminal research on what I believe to be the most powerful natural product I have had the opportunity to use in my thirty years of practising cardiology. The recent vigorous debate about the place of cholesterol, saturated fat and statins in the causation and management of cardiovascular disease, has raised some interesting questions as to the most effective forms of therapy. Firstly, my position about statin therapy is that this group of drugs does have an established place in the management of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease with a very… » moreDr Maryanne Demasi investigates the science behind the long established claims that saturated fat causes heart disease by raising cholesterol.
Watch the video Heart of the Matter Part 1 @ http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst Next on Catalyst (31/10/2013) Do statins really reduce your risk of heart disease? The Heart of the Matter Part 2 - Cholesterol Drug War We’ve been told that medications to lower cholesterol can save lives. And now over 40 million worldwide take drugs to lower their cholesterol. But what if the majority of these patients won’t benefit from taking these pills? And, what if drug companies are distorting the data to make cholesterol lowering medications seem more effective than they are? In our second episode of Heart of the Matter, Dr Maryanne Demasi puts the billion dollar drug industry under the microscope, and asks who really benefits from taking cholesterol lowering medication? » more'Bergamot polyphenolic fraction enhances rosuvastatin-induced effect on LDL-Cholesterol, LOX-1 expression and protein Kinase B phosphorylation in patients with hyperlipidemia' has been accepted for publication in the International Journal of Cardiology
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NOT ALL BERGAMOT PRODUCTS ARE THE SAME! ONLY BERGAMET HAS BEEN RESEARCHED AND HAD PROPER STUDIES. When looking at Bergamot products it is important that you know some information: BergaMet is the ONLY product based on the most up to date and ongoing research of Professor Mollace (MD, PhD), extensive patient data and the expert opinion of Dr Ross Walker (MB, BS (HONS) FRACP, FCSANZ), who as a cardiologist has over 1000 patients on BergaMet. Mollace’s research is only conducted using an extract containing Bergamot Polyphenols (BPF Extract) from a particular region in Calabria, Italy. Mollace tried many sources of Bergamot but found it was ONLY Calabrian Citrus Bergamot that had the unique polyphenols that are necessary to reduce cholesterol, blood glucose and treat metabolic syndrome and which are shown and are continued to be shown in his research. The BPF extract is obtained using a patented extraction process with a patented application. The patents are held by an Italian company, who has granted an exclusive worldwide license (excluding Italy) to NathealthSolutions Pty Ltd. Nathealth has appointed Calabrian Citrus Bergamot Limited as exclusive distributors in Europe, Middle East and Asia. The continued research has shown that there are certain requirements needed in a bergamot product. These are: a minimum of 38% polyphenols; the right dosing schedule for treating high cholesterol, in at least 90% of patients, is 1200-1500 mg/day. … » moreDr Ross Walker gives some insight into early detection of cardiac disease.
The sudden unexpected death recently of James Gandolfini, the Soprano star, raises the vital question – could his and all other sudden cardiac deaths that occur be prevented? The answer to this straight forward question is, the vast majority of these deaths (but not all) are completely preventable if the initial precipitating causes are detected and treated early. One of the major issues here are the underlying causes. Sudden death below the age of forty has a different set of causes to those seen in older people. I will focus in this blog on sudden death over the age of forty. People above forty usually die as a consequence of having significant atherosclerosis which is the progressive build up of fat and other inflammatory tissue in the walls of arteries, typically the coronary arteries in the heart. This is not a slow blockage but the sudden rupture of a fatty plaque leading to a clot over the rupture and the blockage of an artery. The best way to detect early disease is to have a coronary calcium score which is a painless technique using a CT scanner. It does not involve dye or injections and it is basically an indirect measure of the amount of fat in the walls of the coronary arteries. The higher the calcium score, the greater the fat load. The calcium is not the problem but… » moreSharing your experience is something we want to do. Here are some of the things you have told us!
My wife tried just altering her diet without much success but having taken Bergamet Mega for three months her cholesterol reduced from nearly 8 to 4.8. We are obviously delighted with the result. Regards Phil I’m also taking statins in addition to Bergamet, but my Cholesterol has gone from 6.8 in May 2012 to 3.2 in Sept 2012 and the ratio of ‘good to bad’ cholesterol is also now ‘perfect’ according to my GP. He was amazed at the results, but I have not told him I’m taking Bergamet; yet! I also dropped in weight from 16.2 stone to 14.4 by reducing my Carb intake, so there are lots of factors that have contributed to my Cholesterol drop. However, my feeling is that Bergamet is making a difference. Simon About three months ago I started taking Bergament Mega. I am a type 2 diabetic and visit my Doctor for a diabetic check up twice a year. I have just had one of my regular checks where the Doctor remarked that my cholesterol had greatly reduced to be just over 4! He had threaten my with having to go onto insulin, but my blood sugars had reduced also, he decided this was not the time and prescribed me a new set of tablets. I must admit I feel better than I had done for quite some time. Carry on… » moreA new national survey of 3,500 UK adults has revealed that 1 in 3 people would rather take statins and experience negative side effects than improve their diet and lifestyle!
A new national survey of 3,500 UK adults has revealed that 1 in 3 people would rather take statins and experience negative side effects than improve their diet and lifestyle. Quite a scary statistic! The survey found that those on statins were twice as likely to suffer nausea, sickness, diarrhoea, dizziness and muscle aches. Other serious side effects include poor liver function and memory loss. Remember, simple lifestyle and dietary changes can have a positive effect on mood, energy levels and your health. Simply dropping 10kgs can lower your bad cholsterol by up to 15%. Wouldn't you rather be pro-active about your health! Here are some tips to help you. Get Physical Exercise regularly, even a short walk and taking the stairs each day can help. If your're on the phone, walk around or even do some chores while you talk. Turn off the TV, once a week and do something a little more physical. Play games take a walk, be a little more active, it all helps. Try to set an example for all of your family, especially children by involving them in physical activities, make it fun. Ensure you get enough sleep and rest. Most people realize that diet and exercise are important for health, but many don't realize how crucial good sleep is. Laughter is the best medicine. Studies have found that those… » more-
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