Number 10 - Spring 2012

EyeOpenerTHE

A Special Report and Information Service on Health and Nutrition

MCT-Oilthe New Healing Oil

DiscoverChia Seed Omega-3 Oil

Avoid Inflamation -the Dangers ofOmega-6 Oils

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Dr. Mary T. Newport practices pediatrics with a specialty in neonatol-ogy.Despite this distant specialization, she began coping with Alzheimer’s Disease after her beloved husband Steve began to show signs of the dis-ease around 2000. Desperate to find a way to keep Steve functional as long as possible, Dr. Newport began research-ing after his rapid deterioration began in 2004. In 2008, she discovered “quite by chance that medium chain fatty acids (MCTs) found in coconut oil can sometimes reverse or at least stabilize the disease.”

When Steve took about two table-spoons of coconut oil at breakfast before a memory test, the results were dramatic: “Steve passed the test with flying colors,” she said. Since then, Steve has continued to improve while taking daily doses of coconut oil forti-fied with MCT (medium-chain tri-glyceride) oil alongside meals.

Dr. Newport attended the conven-tion in Toronto upon invitation of Alpha Health Products Ltd. for a book-signing, introducing her new work, Alzheimer’s Disease: What if there was a cure? The Story of Ketones.

Her explanation was simple: “Medium-chain fatty acids are con-verted by the liver into ketones that the brain uses as fuel. Since it is known that the Alzheimer’s brain is insulin resistant or deficient, consuming these fatty acids provides ketones as an alternative fuel to glucose. Changes in individuals may come in the form of improved memory, return of person-ality, or resumption of activities and social interaction”.

In her important new book Dr. Newport outlines how Alzheimer’s patients can incorporate Virgin Coconut and MCT-Oil into their diet. Anyone who cares for the more than 5 million people in the US who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease needs to learn about Dr. Newport’s research and the importance of medium-chain fatty acids and Steve’s astonishing recovery.

The coconut oil he had ingested seemed to “lift the fog.” He began taking coconut oil every day, and by the fifth day, there was a tremendous improvement. “He would face the day bubbly, more like his old self,” Dr. Newport said. More than five months later, his tremors subsided, the visual disturbances that prevented him from reading disappeared, and he became more social and interested in those around him.

“When we were using MCT oil alone,” Mary Newport notes, “Steve’s ketone levels were higher, but were also gone twice as fast (by three hours). But together with the coconut oil the ketone levels lasted longer (at least 6-7 hours). I figure that by mixing the two he will get the benefit of the higher levels from the MCT oil and the lon-ger lasting levels of the coconut oil.”

Alpha Gourmet MCT Coconut Salad Oil is blended according to Dr. Mary Newport’s formula, that is 4 pts MCT-Oil plus 3 pts DME Virgin Coconut Oil adding also Omega-3s from pre-cious Chia seed oil. This new oil blend is now available in leading Health Food Stores and Nutrition Centres.

S e v e r a l other benefi-cial properties of coconut oil include the anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal proper-ties of capric and lauric acid, both of which are medium chain triglycerides in coconut oil. There is some research by Dr. Ruth Itzhaki and others sug-gesting that, in certain people, the herpes simplex type I virus that causes fever blisters/cold sores is present in the plaques in the Alzheimer’s brain. These two medium chain fatty acids kill this type of virus.

“Steve has a history of frequent and fairly severe fever blisters on his mouth,” Dr. Newport says, “and since we started using coconut oil he has had only two very tiny blisters in the past year.” The virus lives in the nerve, and the nerves connecting to the mouth originate deep in the brain near the region affected by Alzheimer’s. “It seems logical to me [that] if an out-break can occur on the lip it could also occur in the brain elsewhere along the path of the nerve.

The causes of Alzheimer’s disease are not yet fully understood, but sci-entists are zeroing in on the answers. Mary Newport, MD, together with her research team, has certainly found one of the most exciting keys for targeted treatments, but what’s even more important, this discovery should lead to the use of MCT and Virgin Coconut Oil to prevent the disease.

For your personal better under-standing I urge you to read the two books. Both are in easy to understand language, Stop Alzheimer’s Now by Dr. Bruce Fife and Alzheimer’s Disease: What if there was a cure? - The Story of Ketones by Dr Mary Newport. To order 800-663-2212.

What Causes Alzheimer’s Disease?What If There Was a Cure… and no one knew?

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Thanks to DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil, Enoch and Amale have a fu-ture. DME™ locally owned small presses increase community income four-fold. Where picking was the only job, now an additional five people are required to run a small pressing operation. Press cake, a by-product of pressing, now feeds the local animals. Bio-mass now fuels the local machinery. Coconut shells are converted to activated charcoal. Communities flourish, and children can plan the future on their very own island.

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The above was the title of an enlightening lecture delivered by Dr. Mary Newport, MD, on Friday October 14, 2011 at the convention of the Canadian Health Food Association in Toronto.

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A life full of natural goodness

Nature has the best formula for a long and healthy life. For everything we do is based on the traditional knowledge of many generations and cultures. That includes each and every one of our products.

However, Alpha also offers the industry high standard of mill produced expeller pressed organic Virgin Coconut Oil made from selected fresh coconuts at a price level which meets or beats all competition for a similar high quality. The shelf life for Alpha Premium and DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil is at least 3 years.

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The DME™ (direct micro expelled) process of Virgin Coconut Oil with locally owned small presses solves the problem for a stable income throughout the year by increasing community income four-fold. Where the picking of coco-nuts for producing copra oil in big mills used to be the only job, now the people are running their own small pressing operation making fresh virgin coconut oil. Press cake, a by-product of pressing, now feeds the local animals. Revenue of the oil production stays with the people. Coconut shells are converted to activated char-coal. Communities flourish and farmers earn enough to bring food to the table, for school fees and for all other necessities, so that children can plan the future on their very own island.

By purchasing DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil with the Fair Trade certified logo, you support equality and contribute to empowering hard-working individuals and their families to build sustainable futures.

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The absolute WinnerDME™ Virgin Coconut OilFarm level produced – Fair Trade It is commendable when consum-ers take responsibility for the wel-fare of the poorest by purchasing hand-pressed, Fair Trade produced raw DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil. In return, they definitely receive a fresh, raw oil of an unmatched high quality and the satisfaction of being part in creating a better world.

2nd Best ChoiceAlpha’s Premium Virgin Coconut OilAlpha’s Premium Virgin Coconut Oil represents one of the highest standards in Coconut Oil mass production, with tough quality control in a modern oil mill with the cleanest environment. It is safest oils to cook with. Recommended for all hot food preparations, for baking and frying. It does not contain trans fatty acids and the molecular structure does not break down, even at high tempera-tures, unlike many other cooking oils. Alpha’s high quality organic Premium Virgin Coconut Oil has a pleasant coconut taste and flavour because it is not refined, bleached or deodorized. This Premium Virgin Coconut Oil stays fresh for at least three years.

Looking for Bulk sizes in Alpha Virgin Coconut Oil?If your favorite Health Food store does not keep larger pails in stock – they may offer to order them for you along with their regular consumer sizes.

Coconut oil has been used for centuries as a vital source of food for health and general well-being in traditional communities of tropical regions. Recent research verifies traditional beliefs that, just like any other pure, whole food, coconuts and virgin coco-nut oil have a significant role to play in a well-balanced, nutritious diet. Abandoning unhealthy lifestyles and reverting to natu-ral foods can help to reverse many of the diseases that have manifested in our bodies through the highly refined diet of our mod-ern society.

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Gourmet MCTCoconut Salad Oilwith Omega-3The better oil - easy to digest, an ideally balanced fatty acid composi-tion of MCT-Oil 60/40 and DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil plus unrefined Chia seed Omega-3 Oil.This new amazing oil has been cre-ated to simplify the intake of high-est quality food oils.Gourmet MCT Salad Oil - for the most balanced fat intake.

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What makes a good Salad Oil?An oil that enhances the food flavour. Fat should carry and improve the flavour but must not dominate the taste. This is the promise of the neutral tasting Alpha Gourmet MCT-Coconut Salad Oil. It will crown any meal with a superior taste.

What makes Alpha Gourmet MCT-Coconut Salad Oil easily digestible?Alpha Gourmet MCT-Coconut-Salad Oil is unique as it is made up of mostly MCTs (medium chain tri-glycerides) which can be utilized by people who have difficulty digesting other fats.

Brain Food Formula according to Dr. Mary Newport’sKetonic Diet* 4 : 3 ratio4 part MCT-Oil 60/40 and3 part Virgin Coconut OilPLUS essential Omega-3 Oil addedDaily Dosage: depends on body weightUp to 155 lbs – 1 Tbsp 2 x daily155 - 190 lbs – 1-2 Tbsp 2 x dailyover 190 lbs – 2-3 Tbsp 2 x daily

Recommended Use:Alpha Gourmet MCT–Coconut Salad Oil is best used as a salad oil for making delicious Dressings for tossed salads, potato salad etc. (more recipes on Necktie on the bottle).NOT to be heated above 212°F (100°C)Consume within 6 months after opening*www.coconutketones.com

Fatty acid Profile of Alpha Gourmet MCT Coconut Salad OilEssentialLinoleic Acid (C 18:2) Omga-6 – 5.2%Linolenic Acid (C 18:3) Omega-3 – 9.3%MCT – medium chain Caprylic Acid (C 8:0) – 27.3%Capric Acid (C 10:0) – 22.4%Lauric Acid (C 12:0) – 18.0%Myristic Acid (C 14:0)OtherPalmitic Acid (C 16:0)Stearic Acid (C 18:0)Oleic Acid (C 18:1)

What makes a better Salad Oil?A natural oil that is unrefined with all nutrients and enzymes intact. Alpha Gourmet MCT- Coconut Salad Oil is made from 100% MCT-Oil, DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil and Chia Seed Oil, a superior source of essential Omega-3 (60% to 63%), as well as Omega-6 fatty acids (20%), a ratio of 3:1. This guarantees a full spectrum of the most nutritious, easily digested and essential fats. An oil that enhances the food flavour. Fat carries the flavour but must not dominate the taste. This is the promise of the neutral tasting Alpha Gourmet MCT-Coconut Salad Oil. Any meal will be crowned with a superior taste.Hardly any other oil in the market place will stand up to these criteria.

What makes a Perfect and Superior Salad oil?A natural oil that is unrefined with all nutrients and enzymes intact. An oil which not only just tastes good but also supplies more than calories for energy. Gourmet MCT- Coconut Salad Oil - with Omega-3 is just one of those exceptional good oils, supplying a full spectrum of fatty acids, including those that are essential and have proven to have medicinal value, that is the Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids and the medium chain triglycerides Caprylic C-8, Capric C-10 and Lauric C-12.These all have medicinal values.MCT-Oil supplies almost double the energy as carbohydrates, yet it will not be stored as body fat. It will be easily metabolized without taxing the gallbladder and the liver.Ingredients: MCT-Oil 60/40, DME™ Virgin Coconut Oil, Chia Seed Oil.

Gourmet MCT- Coconut Salad OilNew

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Benefits of MCT-Oil A natural oil that is unrefined with all nutrients and enzymes intact. Beneficial for exercise and athletic perfor-mance - More energy for endurance sportsIn comparison to carbohydrates, MCT-Oil supplies almost double the amount of energy. It is quickly and totally metabolized and is not stored as body fat, yet with the additional energy it increases the tenacity in endur-ance sports substantially. It doesn’t cause blood lipid elevation or an increase of cholesterol, but improves the absorption of amino acids, calcium and magnesium. MCTs became popular in sports as a substitute for nor-mal dietary fats or oils. They quickly became a favourite energy source for many athletes, such as marathon run-ners and bike racers who participate in endurance sports. These athletes require a quick source of energy, which normally is readily supplied by carbohydrates.Recommended Use: as sports nutrition supplement.Start using MCT slowly with one tbsp for the first day increasing to the Daily Dosage: depending on body weightup to 155 lbs – 1 tbsp 2 x daily155 - 190 lbs – 2 tbsp 2 x dailyover 190 lbs – 3 tbsp 2 x daily

An Aid in weight loss.Improves appetite control. Though MCTs are also a form of fat and high in calories, they do not cause weight gain because they are metabo-lized very quickly in the liver. They are reported to stimulate thermogenesis (the process in which the body generates energy, or heat, by increasing its normal meta-bolic, fat-burning rate), while decreasing fat storage. A thermogenic diet, which is high in medium-chain triglyc-erides, has been proposed as a type of weight loss regime.Numerous studies suggest that substituting MCT Oil for other fats in a healthy diet may therefore help to support healthy weight and body composition. MCT’s have been shown to be a good addition to anyone’s way of eating. It improves appetite control and promotes weight loss. Recommended Use:MCTs (Medium Chain Triglycerides) are used in con-nection with a diet plan for increasing fat metabolism - up to 100 g of fat in food may be replaced by 100% MCT-Oil. Use with food, smoothies, sauces etc.*www.coconutketones.com

What is the right packaging for Fats and Oils ? Glass – dark or clear, Plastic or Tin Cans ?A few weeks ago I had a conversation about oil pack-aging with Alice, who recently arrived from Scotland, where she worked as consultant for Natural Food producers.She was horrified to see the way food oils are packaged in North America. In Supermarkets she found most vegetable seed oils packaged in clear glass or plastic bottles. “That’s an absolute no-no in Europe”, she said, “as seed oils are Omega oils, which are very light sensi-tive and can go rancid easily”. Then on second thought she figured, “what the heck – these oils are refined and when hydrogenated they are dead already”.

What is the ultimate packaging for oils. Coconut oil, Palm oil, Palm Kernel Oil. These oils are heat and light stable and do not interfere with plastic. Clear glass jars or hard plastic (No.1) jars. According to the Food Dept. at the University in Guelph plastic No. 1 jars are suitable for any oils that have no Omega fatty acids, like Coconut and Palm Oil.

Dark glass bottlesshould be used for any unrefined vegetable seed oil, like flax, hemp, pumpkin, chia, sesame, sunflower seeds, as well as walnut and hazelnut oil, etc. Even olive oil must be packaged in dark containers to preserve the fresh flavour. Brown glass is Ok for any of these oils, green is even better to ensure slower oxidation

Tin cans are used widely in the European Union. Don’t confuse these tin cans with aluminum or stainless steel, which interfere with oils just like plastic bottles.Oil can leach plastic from bottles and can interfere with the flavour, especially if the plastic is old. In the EU most high quality oils, flax, sesame, walnut, olive, etc are sold in either glass or tin cans, but the cheaper refined rubbish is sold in plastic.Tin from the can does not leach into the oil. If this would happen it would be a benefit, as tin is an essen-tial trace element like boron, copper, zinc, silicon, etc.

Plastic bottles are not suitable for packing omega oils, no matter whether they are light or dark. The only exception is hard plastic No 1 for hard fats, like coconut oil. Research proves that many plastics are dangerous to a person’s health. Plastic is an artificial man-made mate-rial. The unnatural molecules contained in the plastic can interfere with the life chemistry of the oil, thereby adding to health problems.

Supreme MCT-Oil 100%In recent years Chia Seeds (Salvia his-panica L.) have gained popularity as an excellent healthy food due to the high essential oils they contain.

Chia Seed Oil offers the highest known natural percentage of alpha-linolenic fatty acid (60% - 63%), essential Omega-3 fatty acid. The seeds also contain some Omega-6 essential fatty acids (14 % - 16%) exhibit a favourable omega-3 to Omega-6 ratio of 4:1.

This makes Chia seed one of the rich-est sources of Omega-3 essential fatty acids. Omega-3 is a contributing factor in reversing many neurological and psycho-logical problems, including degenerative disorders such as “age-related” memory loss and Alzheimer’s.

Chia seed oil is a precious, but expensive highly prized oil, which has a price tag of around $30 for 8 oz or 250 ml.

Chia Seed OilOne of the richest sources of Omega-3

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Healthy & Del icious

Best Ever Corn Bread MuffinsMakes 6 muffins3 eggs3 Tbsp butter or coconut oil, melted3 Tbsp honey1/4 tsp vanilla extract1/4 tsp salt2 Tbsp coconut flour, sifted1/4 tsp baking powder3 Tbsp corn mealBlend together eggs, butter, honey, vanilla and salt. Combine coconut flour, baking powder and cornmeal. Whisk into batter until there are no lumps. Pour batter into greased muffin cups. Bake at 400 F (250 C) for 12 to 15 minutes. Alpha Coconut Flour comes packaged in 500 g pouches –economically priced

Coconut Flour RecipesThe following recipes are being reprinted, with permission, from Dr. Fife’s book, Cooking with Coconut Flour (Picadilly Books, Ltd., 2005). You may want to invest in his book to learn more about the benefits of coconut flour and to obtain his dozens of coconut flour recipes, including breads, cakes, cookies, muffins, pies, cobblers, meatloaf, coconut fried chicken, and more.

Alpha Coconut Blossom Sugar - an exciting NEW Health Product

For the health conscious consumers and diabet-ics, Coconut Blossom Sugar can be considered to be the best sweetener substitute to white sugar because of the many advantages and benefits that it has to offer. Tests done by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) and Department of Science Technology (DOST) of the Philippines has revealed a low glycemic index (GI) of 35 com-pared to that of cane sugar’s glycemic index of 50. Low glucose index food is good for proper control of diabetes mellitus.Alpha Coconut Blossom Sugar is 100% natural and unrefined with many traces of minerals and micronutri-ents, free from other sugar additives and artificial fla-voring.Packaged in 454 g pouches – economically priced

Alpha Coconut Flour500 grams

Hope for Celiacs Alpha Coconut Flour is the new gluten-free alterna-tive to wheat flour of choice. Compared to other gluten-free alternatives it is inexpensive, yet it tastes very good.It is suitable for baking and cooking and, as a bonus, coconut flour is also low in carbohydrates and high in fiber. The meat, carefully selected, from fresh organic coconuts is dried, defatted and then finely ground into a powder very similar in consistency to wheat flour, yet about three times the fiber content.Apha’s hypoallergenic, gluten-free coconut flour is also safe for those with celiac disease or leaky gut syndrome.Use Alpha Coconut Flour to replace 15-25 percent of other flours in most standard recipes. A variety of delicious baked goods can also be made using 100 per-cent coconut flour.

Recipes and uses forAlpha Coconut Oil

Coconut HoneyCinnamon Spread3 Tbsp liquefied honey5 Tbsp liquefied Alpha Virgin Coconut Oil1 Tbsp cinnamonMix all ingredients together and place in freezer for 3 minutes, til it just starts to solidify. Mix until it becomes a homogenized crème. Place back into freezer for 1-2 minutes for more solidity.

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One more word of caution.ORGANIC? -

You need to know that the word ‘organic’ is not at all a mea-sure for quality or ‘whole natural food’. The packager is not required to state on the label when his product is bleached, deodorized, refined or even hydrogenated. To the horror of most conscientious consumers any highly processed food including white sugar, white flour, refined seed and nut oils can undergo all these processes and still be called organic if the land the product was grown on was not exposed to artificial fertilizers. There are plenty low priced ‘organic’ refined, bleached, and deodorized coconut oil varieties on the market.

Alpha Coco Palm Sugar

Low Glycemic Index

Alpha Coconut FlourGluten Free – A-1 Quality

How to Open Tin Can Bottles

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H o t o f f t H e P r e s s

Both of these new publications are documenting the effectivenessof alternative natural treatments of brain cell related diseases.

Alzheimer’s Disease: What If There Wasa Cure? The Storyof Ketonesby Mary T. Newport, MD416 pages, soft cover $18.95 – Order fromAlpha Health.

A must read for everyone concerned with Alzheimer’s and other brain cell related diseases. The author explains how diet modifica-tions and the addition of Coconut Oil can drastically change the course of these diseases. He outlines a program using ketone therapy and diet that is backed by decades of medical and clinical research and has proven successful in restoring mental function and improving both brain and overall health. You will learn how to prevent and even reverse symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s dis-ease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), multiple sclerosis (MS), Huntington’s disease, epilepsy, diabetes, stroke, and various forms of dementia, a disease processes that can be prevented and success-fully treated. You can stop Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases before they take over your life. The best time to start is now. “A must read for any and all health care professionals, as well as any family members or friends of those stricken by these maladies.” Jeffry Grill, MD

Dr. Mary T. Newport practices pediatrics with a specialty in neo-natology. Though that’s far afield from Alzheimer’s disease, she began coping with the disease after her beloved husband, Steve, began showing signs of Alzheimer’s around 2000. Desperate to find a way to keep Steve functional as long as possible, Dr. Newport began researching after his rapid deterioration began in 2004. Quite by chance in 2008, she discovered that medium chain fatty acids MCTs) can sometimes reverse or at least stabilize the disease.

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Both books are now available in the book section of your favorite Health and Nutrition Center.

When Steve took about two tablespoons of coconut oil (a source of these fatty acids) at breakfast before a memory test, the results were dramatic: Steve passed the test with flying col-ors. Since then, Steve has continued to maintain improvement while taking daily doses of coconut oil fortified with MCT (medium-chain triglyceride) oil with meals. Mary T. Newport, MD shares the story of Steve’s reprieve from the downward spiral of Alzheimer’s to educate caregiv-ers about this readily available dietary intervention. Basically, medium-chain fatty acids are converted by the liver into ketones that the brain uses as fuel. Since it is known that the Alzheimer’s brain is insulin resistant or deficient, consum-ing these fatty acids provides ketones as an alternative fuel to glucose. Changes in individuals may come in the form of improved memory, return of personality, or resumption of activities and social interaction. All those who care for the more than 5 million people in the United States who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease need to learn about Dr. Newport’s research and Steve’s reprieve, the importance of medium-chain fatty acids, and how Alzheimer’s patients can incorporate MCT-Oil into their diet as outlined in this important book.

Stop Alzheimer’s Now! What If There Was How to Prevent and Reverse Dementia, Parkinson’s, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, and Other Neurodegenerative Disorders.

By Bruce Fife. ND - 352 pages, soft cover $18.95 – Order from Alpha Health.

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