Dr Ken Romeo - Contraception and Diabetes - Anti Aging - Reno NV

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Pregnancy outcome depends on glycaemic control before conception among women with diabetes, so contraception options for women with diabetes is an extremely important issue.

Types of diabetes such as Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes, women with history of gestational diabetes, and breast feeding diabetic mothers may be a consideration in selecting a contraceptive method.

On the other hand presence of diabetic complications is a significant determinant.

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Different methods of contraception as oral, injectable, implant, intrauterine devices are available. Patient’s choice and health issues both should be considered while prescribing a contraceptive to a woman with diabetes.

Emergency contraception is sometimes required in situations where there is chance of contraceptive failure. It is important for a woman to review the different contraceptive methods with their physician; their use and limitations. Only then can you make a rational choice.

Surprisingly, this topic is discussed quite often and openly in Anti Aging programs that are custom designed for women of childbearing age.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

 Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27590959 

CONTACT: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

Dr Ken Romeo - Insulin. Not Just for Diabetes - Anti Aging - Reno Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

Introducing a new drug to the market is a time-consuming and expensive process due to FDA regulations. Discovering new uses for old drugs benefits patients by providing them time-tested drugs that have an established safety profile. Many are generic so they are

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cost effective for the patient.

Developments in insulin therapy are ongoing. It's worth keeping up to date on trends in the use of this powerful glucose-lowering drug.

The purpose of this article is to explore the potential non-diabetic clinical applications of insulin.

The HARF performed an exhaustive literature search which was carried out through various scientific journals regarding the diverse applications of insulin other than in diabetes mellitus. The applications listed below include other potential therapeutic uses of insulin.

Upon studying the literature, the non-diabetic uses of insulin at a minimum include the following:

• Cancer treatment
• Wound healing
• Anti aging
• Cardioprotective  in acute coronary syndromes
• Organ preservation
• Bodybuilding
• Parenteral nutrition
• Management of septic shock
• Critical illnesses requiring the Intensive Care Unit

Any off-label use of insulin needs to be done only under the supervision of a licensed physician.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

 Source: Varied. PubMed was primary.

CONTACT: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

Stabilizing Your Genes with Diet? Yes! - Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno NV

OPINION:  Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

Genomic instability and genetic alterations are characteristics shared by cancer, aging and other disease states.

Sirtuins (SIRTs) are substances that regulate gene expression in cellular metabolic status.

SIRTs can modulate chromatin function through direct deacetylation of histones and by promoting altered methylation of histones and DNA, leading to repression of gene alteration. This concept is critical.

SIRTs also interact with a broad range of regulators and target gene expression both positively and negatively.

SIRT inhibition may be beneficial in decreasing the risk of some cancers, while SIRT activation can exert positive anti aging effects and help prevent age-related disease and cancers.

Thus, SIRT modulation may positively affect the treatment of cancer and age-related disorders.

The study indicated below reviewed the emerging data regarding SIRTs in cancer and aging. The study found SIRTs to be an important regulator of genomic stability.

We are providing this data ahead of publication in DNA Cell Biology.

The Ten Most Common Sirtuin (SIRTs) Food: (Source: Wikipedia)*

• Green Tea.
• Dark chocolate (that is at least 85 per cent cocoa)
• Apples.
• Citrus fruits.
• Parsley.
• Turmeric.
• Kale.
• Blueberries.
• Red Wine.*
• Capers.

Source: DNA Cell Biol. 2016 Jul 5 (Ahead of publication)

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

 * The HARF does not recommend the regular consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

When is your Aloe Vera Too Old to Work? - Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno NV

OPINION:  Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis M.) is used extensively in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. Why? Aloe works!

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We are exposed daily to Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation. UV radiation induces damage to the skin, which in turn causes depletion of the dermal extracellular matrix and chronic alterations in skin structure.

Code word? Wrinkles and crow’s feet!

A study was recently conducted which examined whether baby aloe shoot extract, which is from the one-month-old shoots of Aloe vera, and adult aloe shoot extract, which is from the four-month-old shoots of Aloe vera, have a protective effect on UVB-induced skin photoaging in normal human dermal fibroblasts.

Results?

It turns out that baby shoot extract may potentially protect the skin from UVB-induced damage more than adult extract.

But a larger question looms…

Has anyone ever seen a product label that states the age of Aloe Vera in the product? This, as well as most of science, remains a mystery.

Please write to me if you find one at the e-mail address listed below.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV)

Healthy Sperm! - Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno Nevada

OPINION:  Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

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Male infertility is a sensitive topic. Numerous studies have demonstrated that excess weight and obesity serve an important role in the development of male infertility and sperm production and motility.

So what can be done for your sperm count and quality besides losing weight which is integral to any anti aging program.

A number of studies have reported that resveratrol may regulate the response of cells to specific stimuli that induce sperm cell injury and cell death.

When the sperm of obese males is compared to the sperm of "normal" weight males, the sperm concentration, normal sperm morphology, semen volumes, DNA fragmentation rates and testosterone levels in men from the overweight and obese groups are markedly decreased when compared with men in the normal weight group.

Also, sperm motility is noticeably  decreased in obese males compared with the normal weight males.

In a recent study, semen samples were treated with 30 µmol/l resveratrol and sperm motility improved. Also when sperm fluid was treated with zinc, sperm activity increased in the obese male group.

Though there is no direct evidence that obese or other males who supplement with resveratrol and zinc may have better sperm motility, I'm not so sure that it could hurt to do it. Consult with your physician for further guidance.

It may well turn out that supplementing with resveratrol and to a lesser extent zinc, could have a therapeutic and protective effect against obesity-induced abnormalities in semen.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Treating Diabetes Naturally - Reno Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

As my speciality is Anti Inflammatory Sciences, I am going to take a different tact in this Anti Aging post. Diabetes is a serious disease that can be effectively addressed by natural supplementations. This is a well-known fact.

Cinnamon is well studied in Diabetes treatment. Unfortunately, the various types and extracts and wide range of doses mean that the conclusions are not uniform in the current scientific literature. Neither the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health nor the American Diabetes Association recommends the use of cinnamon supplementation as a treatment for diabetes, but that doesn't mean that cinnamon has no place in a diabetic protocol.

Current law bans me from making unsubstantiated claims regarding the use of cinnamon and diabetes, but there is nothing stopping YOU from researching the National Institutes of Health (PUBMED) and drawing your own conclusions.

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But check it out...16 studies found that ginseng modestly yet significantly improved fasting blood glucose in people with and those without diabetes. Ongoing research is being conducted by the NCCIH on the potential of standardized ginseng preparations in treating insulin resistance.

For the record, new studies of chromium picolinate concluded that the supplement does not ameliorate insulin resistance or impaired glucose metabolism. At best, when changes in glucose metabolism are observed, individual patient types may be a factor. Chromium picolinate's use in diabetes treatment is not understood at this time.

Also, most studies of fenugreek have lacked sufficient power or quality to conclude any recommendations in diabetic patients. Again, no conclusion can be drawn.

Bottom line: Big Pharma is Big Money. Natural substances can't be patented but may be effective. PLEASE research legitimate medical sources for information like PUBMED and do your homework. Diabetes in many cases can be treated with natural supplementation.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Testosterone and BiPolar Disorder in Men and Women - Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno NV

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

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Let’s get right to the core of this: Testosterone influences well-being, mood and cognition. The administration of testosterone for men in anti aging programs is now common place. Personally, I have found that barring physiological abnormalities, testosterone precursors work just as well and are far less dangerous, have less side effects, and are less COSTLY!

Could testosterone play a role in the treatment of bipolar disorder.

A recent study examined baseline total testosterone levels and current depression scores in male and female patients with bipolar disorder and mild to moderate depression. The study also examined people without bipolar disorder.

The results?

Testosterone levels were significantly lower for male patients with bipolar disorder compared with healthy males. But get this: Women with bipolar disorder had significantly higher testosterone levels than women without bipolar disorder.

One can only conclude that differing testosterone levels may represent an important neurobiological abnormality in bipolar disorder and may differ by gender.

We need to confirm these findings in future studies. Testosterone may turn out to be a rational treatment for bipolar disorder in men, and the use of gender appropriate treatment strategies for the normalisation of testosterone levels in women need to be further examined.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942