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Food is Medicine!
It seems aging is accepted by most people as an inevitable part of their life and they are accepting it with all the related degenerative diseases and chronic conditions. They believe fighting the symptoms is the way to go. The fact is that growing older cannot be avoided, but many effects of aging can be prevented or minimized.
What is aging?


In simple terms, aging is the destruction of our cells through oxidation. Our cells react much in the same way as an apple that is cut in half and exposed to the air. It has lost its protective cover of antioxidants contained in the skin, and the browning is the result of oxidative damage caused by free radicals.


Free radicals are molecules that are highly reactive and unstable because they contain an unpaired electron in their molecular structure. Electrons are only stable in pairs, and the free radical tries to stabilize itself by attaching to cell membranes in the body, robbing their molecules of electrons. This process generates another unstable free radical, thus starting a chain reaction, and eventually leads to the cell’s death. This process is called oxidation and it happens all the time in our bodies. In fact, it is estimated that every cell in our body is attacked by free radicals thousands of times a day.


Oxygen, which we need in order to survive, initiates a free radical chain reaction, but free radicals are also formed as by-products of normal metabolism, by the breakdown of bacteria through white blood cells, or by enzymatic reactions. However, today’s increased oxidative stress is caused by external factors, such as higher UV radiation of the sun, physical and emotional stress, pollution, smoking, alcohol, processed food and high intake of saturated fats. The environmental pollutants enter our bodies via the skin, respiration, the digestive tract, or other means.


Our bodies are producing certain antioxidant molecules and enzymes, but for the main supply of antioxidants we are dependent on the food we eat. The main purpose of antioxidants is to neutralize oxidizing free radicals by donating an electron to them or by absorbing one of theirs. This will stabilize the molecules and thus slow or stop the destructive process.
However, balance of the opposing forces is very important. Too many antioxidants can achieve the opposite. This is documented by the side effects that synthetic vitamins can have if taken in too large doses.


Ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has effectively relied on the theory of yin-yang balance in diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions for more than 2,000 years.
In the Western world, yin-yang balance is often misunderstood as a religious belief or principle of lifestyle. In attempting to define the physical meaning of yin-yang in TCM and by correlating it with biochemical processes, it could be argued that it is similar to antioxidation-oxidation with yin representing antioxidation and yang representing oxidation. The theory can be partially supported by the fact that the yin herbs have on average a much higher antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and phenolic content than the yang herbs. In TCM theory, inflammation is a typical symptom of excessive yang.


In any case, food is the medicine we need to protect us from free radicals caused by oxidative stress. Epidemiological studies have shown that nutritional deficiencies are responsible for 95 percent of all degenerative and chronic diseases, and free radical damage has been scientifically linked to at least 50 of them.

There are several forms of free radicals or oxidants:
   
Hydroperoxyl radical
Lipoperoxyl radical
Hydroxyl radical
Peroxynitrite
Singlet oxygen
 
As there are different forms of free radicals, they are affecting our bodies and organs in different ways. Therefore, one antioxidant alone cannot protect us effectively from the destructive forces. Even a synthetic multivitamin complex cannot copy the manifold antioxidant powers that fruit, vegetables and herbs can provide. Only plants contain the hundreds of naturally occurring antioxidants and enzymes and thousands of phytochemicals that are highly diverse in effect and use. Instead of measuring the individual recommended dosage of a few synthetic vitamins and minerals, the overall capacity to neutralize or absorb free radicals is needed to give an effective indication of measure.
 
The only diminishing factor today with fruit and vegetables is that they are often no longer present in sufficient amounts in today’s food. Soil depletion and long storage times at the supermarket and at home as well as overcooking greatly affect the quality of the food. The high consumption of processed food and fast food is greatly responsible for the strong rise in degenerative and chronic diseases, as we are no longer consuming enough of these all-important nutrients.
 
Today, in order to maintain a strong immune system and a healthy body, we need at least 3,500–5,000 ORAC units (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) per day to fight the free radicals our bodies are exposed to. However, our diet provides only an average of 700–1,000 ORAC units.
 
Another important and often underrated factor for lack of sufficient nutrients is the way in which we absorb them into our body. Poor eating habits, a stressful lifestyle and our age have a great effect on our gastrointestinal tract or gut. If our digestive system is not functioning properly, all kinds of problems can arise:
 
Nutrients may not be ingested, leading to low energy levels.
The immune system can be compromised, leading to viral and bacterial infections.
Toxic bacteria can infest the intestinal tract.
Other bodily systems can be affected too, from the skin and hair to the nervous system.
 
Without argument, the gastrointestinal tract is one of the most important parts of the body, with its function to absorb nutrients, including antioxidants, and to prevent toxins and pathogens from entering the organism. Every attempt to treat or prevent diseases should always take this into consideration.
 
As diverse as the different free radicals are affecting organs and other parts of the body, as diverse the antioxidants, nutrients, enzymes and friendly bacteria have to be in order to protect our bodies from oxidative damage. Furthermore, no one person is the same in his or her genetic make-up. Our gender, age and body weight differ. Therefore, no one product or dosage is right for every person. Individualization of products is necessary to give maximum benefit.
 
Degenerative and chronic diseases document themselves with varying and differing conditions and symptoms. Very often, this could mean that four to eight different products or combinations in various dosage forms would be required, with two to four tablets or capsules each. Children, women and the elderly usually have problems taking large tablets and capsules. In addition, compliance is usually affected if too many tablets or capsules have to be taken.


ROEHR nature + science has developed both conventional tablets and capsules as well as a wide range of nutritional medicines in a unique and innovative delivery form for many of today’s degenerative and chronic diseases.
The different products come in MicroTabs of exactly 2 mm in dimension and the same weight. They are part of a matrix system and can be prescribed by taking individual symptoms, physiological condition, gender, age and weight into consideration. They can be easily and homogeneously mixed into one individualized and personalized prescription for each patient in the doctor’s office, in the clinic or in the pharmacy. Due to the small size of the MicroTabs, the prescribed products can be conveniently taken and swallowed by the patients.
 
 

The ROEHR nature + science concept and product range is centered on the basic formulation of antioxidants contained in BIO-Fruits n Greens. It is geared toward those people who find it difficult to take the recommended six to eight portions of fruit and vegetables on a daily basis.

BIO-Fruits n Greens contains hundreds of antioxidants and over a thousand of the all-important phytonutrients that only nature can provide. It is extracted from 27 specially selected and organically grown fruits, vegetables and marine micro algae and one hundred times concentrated (extract ratio 100:1).

It is produced through a patented six-stage extraction process to preserve all phytonutrients in their natural form.


The extract is standardized to its phenolic content and tested to contain a minimum of 1,500 ORAC units (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) per gram of MicroTabs.
 

Some of the major phytonutrients are:


Polyphenols, including flavonoids, from brightly colored fruit, vegetables, berries, grapes and citrus fruits. They contain: Oligomeric proanthocyanidines, anthocyanins, quercetins, catechins, naringin and hesperidin. They are potent free radical scavengers within the body; they prevent and reduce inflammation and degeneration of the cells.


Sulphoraphane and Indole-3-Carbinol from cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, kale. They stimulate the body to break down potential carcinogens and prevent the transformation of healthy cells into cancerous cells; they also increase the activity of protective enzymes that inhibit tumors.


C-Phycocyanin and beta carotene from spirulina and chlorella: powerful antioxidants that increase blood cell count.


Other important phytonutrients from barley, rye and wheat.

Epidemiological studies have proven a direct relationship between the high intake of phenolic compounds and the reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer.


ROEHR nature + science has developed a range of major vitamin, mineral and amino acid combinations to fortify the basic BIO-Fruits n Greens formulation. They are either naturally derived or bio-transformed in a media of yeast and probiotics to give a higher bioavailability and, more importantly, a much higher bioactivity to the products. These MicroTabs can be added to the basic BIO-Fruits n Greens formulation according to the individual needs and requirements of the patients. Prescriptions can be tailor-made to exclude copper, for example, as this should be avoided in nutritional formulations for cancer patients, or vitamine A in formulations for smokers.


Antioxidants / Anti-inflammatories


ROEHR nature + science has developed highly concentrated and standardized extracts, phytochemicals and nutrients as combination- or mono-compounds in MicroTabs that have shown strong and scientifically backed antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for individual diseases and conditions. These MicroTabs can be added to the basic BIO-Fruits n Greens formulation, when fortification is required. This includes special fatty acid compounds with strong anti-inflammatory actions, or a combination of lutein and mixed carotenoids for improved eye health, or concentrated proanthocyanidins that enhance in vitro interleukin-2 production and natural killer cell cytotoxicity. These are just some examples to name a few. Our bio-transformed co-enzyme Q 10, which has shown a three times higher bioavailability and a twenty times higher bioactivity in clinical tests, is another special feature.


A healthy and strong immune system is the primary weapon to fight diseases!


Aside from the nutritional immunology with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components, there are several other factors affecting the immune system, whereby the digestive tract plays the dominant role.

ROEHR nature + science has developed different special purpose formulations of:


Probiotics that contain various strains in sufficiently large dosages and that are stable at room temperature. Probiotics are beneficial microorganisms that help control the critical balance in the digestive system by inhibiting the growth of undesirable bacteria and pathogens.


They have the following health benefits:
They improve general gastrointestinal health and aid the digestion of nutrients.
They produce natural antibiotic-like substances.
They augment the immune system.
They suppress pathogenic bacteria and inhibit carcinogenesis.
They prevent or control diarrhea.
They help rebuild a healthy gastrointestinal environment during and after antibiotic treatment.
They fight fungal and yeast infections.
They promote or aid liver function and detoxification.
They reduce accumulation of cholesterol in the arteries.
They therapeutically benefit arthritic conditions.
They enhance calcium metabolism and help prevent osteoporosis.
They help prevent dermatological problems.


The formulations are available in hard shell capsules.


Enzymes are fundamental to all life. They are needed for every chemical reaction and biological activity that occurs in our body. There are literally hundreds of thousands of enzymes active in our body’s metabolism. They are involved in the digestion of food, they move our muscles, stimulate our nerves, make our heart beat, keep us breathing and allow us to think. We cannot exist without enzymes.


ROEHR nature + science has developed a number of special purpose MicroTab formulations to benefit various diseases and health conditions. The enzymes are either plant based or isolated from fungal sources. We only use non-animal-based enzymes, including our fungus-based pancreatin.


There are numerous health benefits. The following list includes only some of the major ones. Enzymes can be used:

To strengthen the immune system
To increase the digestion and bioavailability of nutrients, including vitamins and minerals, and other phytocompounds, like isoflavones
To aid in general digestion problems, such as bloating
To help prevent lactose intolerance
To give cardiovascular support
As anti-inflammatories for many diseases, such as arthritis


The MicroTab formulations can be added as per individual requirements to the BIO-Fruits n Greens basic formulation.


Detoxification: The accumulation of plaque over the years, due to unhealthy eating habits or environmental influences, leads to the narrowing and stiffening of our arteries. This is the primary cause of heart attacks and strokes, as well as of memory problems, dementia, Alzheimer’s, fatigue and autoimmune disorders.


ROEHR nature + science has developed a number of special purpose MicroTab formulations containing dietary fibers, antioxidants and detoxifying and protective agents. Our dietary fiber formulations are fortified with prebiotics, which are the super food for the beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract.


The MicroTab formulations with their natural chelating properties can be added as per individual requirements to the BIO-Fruits n Greens basic formulation.


Stress and emotions have a major impact on our immune system and many diseases. Our understanding of how emotions can affect immunity has been increased by the knowledge of how brain cells “talk to” immune cells. Many immune cells carry receptor sites for neuromodulating substances such as dopamine and serotonin, and thus are able to receive information about mood changes via cell-to-cell signaling. Studies have shown that chronic stress is a consistent down-regulator of immunity, whereas acute or positive stress increases immune response.

ROEHR nature + science has developed a natural special purpose MicroTab formulation that has shown to positively influence mood by increasing the serotonin level in the brain.
The MicroTabs can be added as per individual requirements to the basic BIO-Fruits n Greens formulation, or they can be given separately and administered via our special dosage spoon.

 
Exercise is beneficial to our health. Regular physical activity may enhance NK cell activity and has a positive influence on our mind. However, too much of it may actually decrease immune effectiveness. Research evidence indicates that excessive physical activity raises oxygen demand, causing an increase in the formation of free radicals and thus leading to increased oxidative stress. However, no food or special purpose formulation can replace the many health benefits regular and moderate exercise has on our body and mind.
 
"If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have found the safest way to health."
Hippocrates (480–357 BC)
 
ROEHR nature + science has developed a range of special purpose MicroTab formulations for a number of different indications. They can be added in a matrix system as per individual requirements to the BIO-Fruits n Greens basic formulation.
 
They are scientifically researched to be beneficial to the following degenerative diseases and health conditions:
 
Anti-aging in general (based on the control of free radicals and oxidative stress)
Immune stimulation/enhancement
 
Detoxification
 
Gastrointestinal health/digestive disorders
 
Irritable bowel syndrome
 
Colitis
 
Diabetes, including related conditions, such as neuropathy and retinopathy
 
Weight loss and obesity
 
Cholesterol support
 
Depression
 
Stress
 
Colds and flu
 
Insomnia
 
Chronic fatigue syndrome
 
Cardiovascular diseases in general, including arteriosclerosis
 
Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive enhancement
 
Macular degeneration
 
Arthritis
 
Cancer prevention and complementary support
 
HIV/AIDS complementary support
 
Asthma
 
Allergies
 
Attention deficit syndrome
 
Premenstrual syndrome
 
Menopause
 
Constipation
 
Osteoporosis
 
Anemia
 
Yeast infections
 
Urinary tract infections
 
Prostate health
 
Liver degenerative disease
 
Hepatitis B and C complementary support
Herpes viruses and associated diseases
 
 
Cosmeceuticals
 
Skin aging
 
 
The skin, being the largest organ in our body, needs special nourishment and protection from the free radical damage caused by oxidative stress. Treating the skin with topical agents is important, but it is also essential to nourish the skin from the inside with antioxidants and other important nutrients.
 

ROEHR nature + science has developed a range of topical and oral formulations that are beneficial to the preservation and rejuvenation of the skin.


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