The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 is a very good indicator of the amount of inflammation in your body that contributes to poor heart health.  Research demonstrates that when we increase the amount of Omega-3 fatty acids in our diet, it reduces inflammation, supports health and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.  Significant evidence supports a therapeutic benefit of balancing omegas and the reduction of cardiovascular disease and the lowering of blood triglycerides levels.  The ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 has now been found to be 2 to 1. (3)

Selecting an ideal omega supplement is one of the most common challenges consumers face.  Maximized Living has developed Perfect Ratio Omega to help their patients achieve excellent results.  This whole food, nutrient dense matrix provides 1,200 mg of ultra-pure, high quality essential fatty acids.  Perfect Ratio Omega is formulated in the ideal ratio of 2 to 1 to help combat inflammation and its damaging effects on cardiovascular health.

Perfect Ratio Omega also contains 125% of your recommended daily amount of vitamin D.  New research now link Vitamin D deficiency to higher rates of inflammation and adverse cardiovascular risks. (4)  Astaxanthin, another powerful ingredient in Perfect Ratio Omega has also been found to significantly reduce inflammation.  

Heart disease is a major concern that is shortening our lives and the lives of our loved ones.  To reverse or limit our risk of cardiovascular disease, we must take as many proactive measures to ensure success as possible.  Maximized Living is committed to help reduce that risk.  Perfect Ratio Omega in combination with improving one’s diet will help diminish inflammation and promote a healthy balance of these essential nutrients.  

References

1.Cordain L, Watkins BA, Florant GL, Kelher M, Rogers L, Li Y. Fatty acid analysis of wild ruminant tissues: evolutionary implications for reducing diet-related chronic disease. Eur J Clin Nutr 2002;56:181-191.

2.Cordain L, Eaton SB, Sebastian A, Mann N, Lindeberg S, Watkins BA, O'Keefe JH, Brand-Miller J. Origins and evolution of the Western diet: health implications for the 21st century. Am J Clin Nutr 2005;81:341-54.

3. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/omega-6-000317.htm

4. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090408140208.htm

Not All Proteins Are Created Equal

It is very common to have a deficiency in high quality proteins in today’s highly processed and fast food society.  The consumption of highly processed foods no longer yields the same nutrients and health benefits as all natural, organic foods of the past.  In addition, the protein powders on the market today have low quality hydrolyzed proteins and are filled with large amounts of dangerous artificial sweeteners. 

One of the great challenges of incorporating and maintaining an exercise regimen is providing your body with the correct nutrients.  The additional caloric and nutrient requirements often contribute to fatigue and an increased risk of developing injuries.

The processing of protein can alter the quality of the nutrients available and absorbed. This alteration of proteins affects the absorption rate and how well your body can utilize these proteins.  Foods that are processed will not provide the same nutrients required for adequate health and healing in the body.  

Quality protein is the building block of a healthy body.  It aids in repairing and replenishing the nutrients needed for healthy muscles and bones.  Protein is also a great source of energy which boosts your metabolism naturally.  Whey protein contains the amino acid cysteine, which is used to make glutathione.  Glutathione is an antioxidant that defends the body against free radical damage. (1)

It is an absolute necessity to eliminate unnatural and highly processed foods that inhibit health and healing.  Avoid protein sources that are injected with hormones, fed grains or other genetically modified foods that are away from their natural state.  Vital enzymes found in all natural, organic proteins aid in the absorption of amino acids, bio-availability and improve immune system strength.  “For decades, we’ve been told that eating full-fat dairy products increases the risk of heart attack. Now, a study from the Journal of Clinical Nutrition says that the more full-fat dairy products people consume, the lower their risk of heart attack---provided the cows were grass-fed.” (2)

It is difficult and very common for one to feel overwhelmed while selecting a healthy grass-fed whey protein supplement.  Maximized Living’s Perfect Protein has been formulated with your health as the number one goal.  Perfect Protein is derived from the whey protein of 100% naturally-raised cows.  These cows have never been injected with proteins, antibiotics or fed grains.  The Perfect Protein cows graze on natural grass pastures that are free of pesticides and chemicals. 

The use of low temperature allows for the vital enzymes and amino acids to remain intact improving bio-availability and absorption.  Perfect Protein is fortified with vitamins, minerals, L-lysine and glucosamine for cartilage strength and repair.  This ideal protein supplement is excellent for your everyday health, improved energy and for the recovery from exercise.

References

1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glutathione

2. http://www.eatwild.com/healthbenefits.htm