Why Vibe?

By James E. Connolly, NMD

We face four challenges to maintain wellness: aging, immunity, cardiac health, and the health of all the cells of the body. From the time we are born we begin to age. There is a steady decline in the wellness of our tissues; we begin to “rust.” More specifically, we begin to oxidize. This is the result of free radical damage.

Studies done at Tufts University showed that the use of fruits and vegetables with high Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) values may slow down the aging the process in both the body and the brain. Looking at this at a basic level, one could conclude that we could just eat the suggested foods and the results would happen. The problem with this theory is that by the time we are aware of the aging affect, there is too much damage and the volume we would have to consume would be impossible.

So, how can we address this issue? VIBE! A one ounce serving of VIBE contains the amount of vitamin A in 13 whole tomatoes, the vitamin C in 20 peaches, the calcium derived from 13 filets of walleye fish, the zinc from 13 cracked wheat slices, folate from 10 cups of raw green beans, the antioxidants from 35 cherries and from 2.5 cups of green tea, vitamin E from 15 raw mangos, the magnesium from 30 ounces of beef steak. Picture yourself eating this quantity of food on a daily basis! Or, you can VIBE!

This is just the cornerstone of wellness. The other three challenges: the heart, the immune system, and cellular health, have not yet been addressed.

In looking at the cardiovascular system, we need to consider the action of the heart, the circulation of the blood, and the integrity of these tissues. We need to consume items to regulate cholesterol, support blood vessels, and support red blood cell health: D-ribose, CoQ10, L-Carnitine, Malic Acid, Lecithin, and Vitamin E.*

The D-ribose plays a role in energy production*. The pumping of the heart causes stress to the heart tissues and this causes a potential ischemia which happens because of low oxygen to the tissues of the heart. The D-ribose improves the ability of the tissues to rebuild the supply of adenosine triphosphate which is needed to repair the ischemic tissues.

Additionally, the heart needs CoQ10 for stabilizing the rhythm of the heart and to maintain the flow of the blood to the heart.* It supports the recovery from life threatening heart episodes in 91% of cases in the first 30 days. The CoQ10 supports normal blood pressure in patients by normalizing the sodium/potassium ratio. This list can go on and on.

The L-Carnitine is found in high amounts in the heart muscle. In order to re-establish this level, or to maintain, there has to be a regular dietary supply of L-Carnitine to the heart muscle. The malic acid participates in the correction of ischemia to the heart muscle, reestablishing energy by combining with the D-ribose.* Lecithin has an important role in the metabolism of . Vitamin E helps promote healthy cholesterol levels.*

Now, let’s address the value of VIBE and the immune system. In today’s growing toxic world (car exhaust, soil contaminants, polluted water), the importance of strengthening our immune system is of vital importance. The use of minerals, vitamins, and phytonutrients play a significant role in preventing illness. Almost every disease can be linked to a mineral deficiency. The minerals copper, germanium, lithium, selenium and zinc play major roles in immunity. The vitamins A, B, D, and E are very significant. It is important to understand is that if the media of the tissues is healthy, infection cannot get a foothold.

Additionally, cellular health is of great importance. The basic unit of all tissues is the cell. Collagen tissue covers 83% of the body’s system. Maintaining the integrity of the collagen promotes wellness and keeps us functioning. Nutrients that influence cellular replication keep us alive.

In summary, fighting the aging process, boosting our immunity, protecting our heart, and maintaining healthy cells is why I personally use VIBE, and recommend it to my patients.

" so do I ' -Dr. Dan DeReuter