DNA is Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a molecule that contains the biological instructions that make each species unique. DNA, along with the instructions it contains, is passed from adult organisms to their offspring during reproduction. Damage to our DNA, means damage to generations to come.
How Damage To Our DNA is Measured
Doctors and Scientists can measure molecules that indicate what is happening in our bodies. Through studies, they have found that Hydroxydeoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) is a biomarker of oxidative stress and can be measured in our urine. It also is an indicator for many diseases such as cancer and diabetes. When we age 8-OHdG levels become higher. How we live, what we eat, and what toxins we are exposed to will determine the amount of 8-OHdG we produce and excrete. Since oxidative stress is one of the primary causes of damage to our DNA the easiest way to protect our DNA is to prevent oxidative stress.
Protect Our DNA
Consuming higher levels of antioxidants and polyphenols is the best way to protect our DNA, as they protect our bodies from creating free radicals and oxidative stress.
A diet rich in dark fruits and vegetables contain higher levels of antioxidants and polyphenols which can decrease oxidative damage to our DNA and also possibly decrease our risk for certain cancers. Scientists conducted a study where the participants increased their fruit and vegetable intake to 12 servings per day. What they found was that 8-OHdG production decreased by 57% after two weeks (5). [1]
We are back to the basics: Eat you Fruits & Vegetables!
Clinical Studies – Make it Simple
It is recommended that we consume 9-12 servings of fruit & vegetables every day. Yet, this can be hard and expensive. This is where Juice+ fills the gap. In fact, there are studies showing how Juice+ protects our DNA. This is amazing as our DNA is such a vital component to our health and life itself.
Combined results from several studies show that Juice Plus+ protects DNA from oxidation, supporting its structural integrity. Research on nutrition and gene interactions demonstrated that several genes were changed beneficially after Juice Plus+ intervention. These include genes that affect lipid, glucose and energy metabolism.
Juice Plus reduces DNA damages: Healthy middle-aged subjects saw a 7-12% reduction over 60 days. Young subjects saw a 44% reduction over 77 days, and elderly subjects saw a 66% reduction over 80 days. This is significant!!
For more information see: Juice Plus Clinical Studies.
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Amy Willis, M.H., CN
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Amy Willis M.H.