We all know that plastic pollution is a huge problem. It's in our oceans, our landfills, and now, according to a new study, it's in our breast milk. That's right—researchers have found microplastics in human breast milk for the first time. And while we don't yet know the full extent of the health impacts of these chemical contaminants on babies, one thing is sure: microplastics are a problem that needs to be addressed urgently.

The study, published in the journal Polymers, looked at 34 healthy mothers who had recently given birth in Rome, Italy. The researchers collected samples of the mother's breast milk and analyzed them for the presence of microplastics. They found it alarming: 75% of the samples tested positive for microplastics.

So what are microplastics? They are tiny pieces of plastic that measure 5 millimeters or less in diameter. They can come from various sources, including cosmetics, detergents, packaging, and even synthetic fibers from clothing.   Because they are found in all bodies of water today, and some studies have found fish are consuming them, they are part of our food supply. And now, researchers have discovered them in human breast milk for the first time, and we don't yet know the potentially harmful health effects—especially for infants who are still developing.

Some potential health impacts of microplastics include endocrine disruption (which can interfere with hormones), immune system suppression (which makes it harder for the body to fight off infections), and gastrointestinal problems. In other words, these tiny pieces of plastic can significantly impact our health—and the health of our children.

So what can we do about this problem? For starters, we can reduce our reliance on single-use plastics, including bringing reusable bags to the grocery store, using reusable water bottles, and avoiding unnecessary packaging. We can also filter our tap water with a home filtration system; studies have found that this can reduce microplastic contamination by 88 percent.

Finally, we can ensure that we get all the nutrients we need by using foods tested clean of over 140 other environmental toxins like IQed Smart Nutrition. IQed products are formulated with pure ingredients and are free of the icky stuff in our food supply today. 

All-natural IQed is a patented superfood providing full meal and vitamin replacement with all the essential vitamins and nutrients required daily to support brain health, cognitive function, gut health, and more. Additionally, IQed is 3rd party tested and proven to be free of microplastics, heavy metals and other toxins. With clinical benefits reported by 92% of participants to support cognitive function and mental well-being, why not give all-natural IQed a try today? You and your family deserve the best nutrition possible!

• 21 Grams Of Protein
• 22 Essential Vitamins and Minerals
• 9 Ayurvedic Botanicals
• Omega 3s
• Soluble Fiber
• Gluten Free
• Casein Free
• Grass-Fed Whey Isolate
• Full Meal & Vitamin Replacement
• Patented
• Certified Natural And Clean
• Proven Results

With IQed you will be getting the nutrients your body needs to function at its best—and you'll also feel confident in knowing you are consuming a food you can trust for its purity.

The findings of this new study are alarming. But there are things we can do to reduce our exposure to microplastics—and to ensure that we're getting all the nutrients we need to stay healthy. By making small changes in our daily lives and being mindful of what we're putting into our bodies, we can make a big difference for ourselves and future generations.

Lisa Geng

Author, Founder, and President of The Cherab Foundation , Coauthor The Late Talker book, Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer and patented inventor in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with apraxia and ADHD she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. L Lisa currently holds three patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition and is a co-author of a study published in a National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal.Results of a Consumer Survey on the Effectiveness of a Nutritional Blend Reported on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms, Apraxia, and Other Conditions Involving Motor and Speech Delays. which showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech 

• New studies confirm long-held protocol from the Cherab Foundation for optimal cognitive function
• EPA is better for cognitive function than DHA
• Combining Omega 6 GLA with Omega 3 EPA and DHA provides better results than taking Omega 3 EPA and DHA alone
• No real impact with DHA on cognitive function when compared to a placebo

A new study, published in Nutrients in August of 2022, found that Omega 6 GLA with Omega 3 EPA and DHA was better than taking Omega 3 EPA and DHA alone for developmental disorders.

Another recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition earlier this year was interesting. It found that higher levels of EPA were better for cognitive function- and that DHA had no real impact on cognitive function compared to a placebo.

While it's difficult to consume higher levels of the Omega 3s EPA to DHA or even to consume the Omega 6 GLA in your diet, you can find higher EPA to DHA with the Nordic Naturals professional line of fish formulas ProEFA 369 as well as ProEPA.

The Omega 6 GLA and Omega 3 EPA, and DHA can be found together in ProEFA 369.

Lisa Geng

Author, Founder, and President of The Cherab Foundation , Coauthor The Late Talker book, Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer and patented inventor in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with apraxia and ADHD she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. L Lisa currently holds three patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition and is a co-author of a study published in a National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal.Results of a Consumer Survey on the Effectiveness of a Nutritional Blend Reported on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms, Apraxia, and Other Conditions Involving Motor and Speech Delays. which showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech 

There are reasons why vitamin supplements may be beneficial for some. Examples include:
• Those with a poor diet may benefit from taking a multivitamin.
• Those with milk allergies may benefit from taking calcium and vitamin D
• Those who don’t eat fish may benefit from taking Omega 3s
• Vegans may benefit from taking vitamin B12
• Pregnant moms may benefit from taking folic acid

HOWEVER…

In most cases, eating healthy is better than supplements, especially for those with digestive problems such as constipation,  irregular bowel movements, food revulsions/feeding disorders, and absorption problems including malabsorption in which the intestines are less able to absorb nutrients.

Even though numerous research studies don’t support the following, to this day still many parents of special needs children have been advised by either non-MD professionals or other parents to limit certain essential food groups such as dairy and to try to then get those essential nutrients into the child with a large number of supplements instead. Let’s face it, food is the purest form of supplementation, especially for those that have trouble digesting and utilizing essential nutrients. To have a chance at being healthy, the body needs to be able to digest its food properly. Absorption of vitamins may be an issue for more than a handful of individuals. There are numerous reports that vitamin pills and capsules are showing up more frequently in our nation’s sewage treatment plants. It was reported from Tacoma, Washington where 250 thousand pounds of undigested vitamins were pulled out every six weeks while over 150 gallons per month come through their filters for Salt Lake City’s filter system.

From The Dirty Little Secret of the Drug and Supplements Industries

“Noted lecturer and neurologist Dr. David Friedman reports the story of a patient who had to have her septic tank repaired. The tank was clogged with hundreds of undigested vitamin pills – some with the brand names still readable!²

An X-ray taken by the highly respected Mayo Clinic tells a similar story. A woman checked into the hospital complaining of abdominal pain. At first her doctors believed the problem was gallstones – but x-rays showed fifty undissolved pills in the woman’s abdomen. ³

Even “all-natural” pills often use fillers, binders, and adhesive agents that can inhibit absorption. And even if the pill you’re taking actually disintegrates, these fillers can interfere with your body’s ability to utilize the active ingredients. ⁴ And if a pill doesn’t disintegrate, its benefit to you is zero.

And as you already learned, even when pills dissolve your body may absorb only 10% of the nutrients! ²³ The rest simply passes right through your body.”

BE AWARE

Unlike food where you can eat whatever you want at a buffet, not all vitamins should be combined. Certain vitamins or minerals can compete to be absorbed. For example, you should not use calcium, zinc, or magnesium supplements at the same time. While most food contains what is needed naturally to help support digestion this is not the case with supplementation. Some vitamin supplements require another vitamin supplement for digestion. One example is zinc requires copper for digestion. This example was in the news due to seniors who were being diagnosed with severe nerve damage for no known reason other than a severe copper deficiency. It was a sad and perplexing problem that was found to be due to a popular denture cream that contains high levels of zinc. Seniors with poor-fitting dentures were swallowing large amounts of zinc. To digest zinc the body requires copper, but if too much zinc is consumed the body’s essential copper stores will deplete. While zinc is an essential nutrient, too much is toxic. Zinc toxicity creates bone marrow suppression and degeneration of the spinal cord, typically resulting in crippling nerve damage. In some cases, too much zinc sadly led to death.

FISH OILS

Even though fish oils are a supplement they are something I highly recommend for everyone as there literally have been tens of thousands of clinical studies to support their safety and efficiency for just about every system of the human body from in utero all through life till seniors. Due to today’s diet, most don’t consume enough DHA and EPA essential fatty acids which are found in cold-water fish and algae. In addition, due to pollutants in the water, fish oil is the best way to get all the essential fatty acids without any of the bad stuff such as mercury. Mercury binds to the protein or the muscle of the fish, and studies have found that OTC fish oils don’t contain mercury. This is the formula I recommend as part of my protocol.

My son Tanner’s experience with fish oils is shared in Dr. Stordy’s book The LCP Solution. A book based on her research on fish oils and ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and apraxia

FOOD OFFERS THREE MAIN BENEFITS OVER VITAMIN SUPPLEMENTS:

• Greater nutrition. Food is complex, containing a variety of the macronutrients and micronutrients your body needs.
• Essential fiber. Foods, such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes, provide dietary fiber. The benefits of eating fiber-rich foods are numerous including better digestion, helping with constipation, providing more efficient nutrient intake, and lowering the risk of obesity.
• Protective substances. Many foods contain protective chemicals that promote health, such as antioxidants — substances that slow down the damaging process of free radicals and allow our cells time necessary for repair or replacement. The body has an amazing ability to heal itself, but sometimes it needs a little help.

Food is the best way to get all your essential nutrients in one place. They offer greater nutrition than dietary supplements because they provide a variety not found with pills or capsules; essential for anyone looking after their health!

When you eat food, there’s also this amazing thing called synergy. When different nutrients or food ingredients are combined, they work harder than if each was consumed separately because their combined forces make one comprehensive unit! The human body knows how important these combinations really are. All ingredients in IQed are certified as food!  

MORE REASONS WHY FOOD IS THE PUREST FORM OF SUPPLEMENTATION

• Food is more easily digested than supplements. This is because food contains fiber, which helps keep your digestive system functioning properly. Additionally, food doesn’t usually contain the harsh chemicals that can be found in some supplements.
• Food tastes better than supplements. This is because food contains natural flavors, while supplements often contain artificial flavors.
• You’ll get more nutrients from food than from supplements. This is because food contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that are essential for your health. When you take supplements, you’re only getting a small fraction of these nutrients.
• Food is more affordable than supplements. This is because you can usually get all the nutrients you need from food without having to spend a lot of money on supplements.
• Outside of food allergies, you’ll be far less likely to experience side effects from eating food than from taking supplements. This is because food is a natural source of nutrients, while in most cases any drug, or supplement, may have side effects.

Food is naturally a great source of nutrients, including vitamins and minerals. These nutrients are essential for keeping your body functioning properly. Some of the most important nutrients that can be found in food include:
• –Vitamins: Vitamins are essential for brain health, and for maintaining your immune system, vision, and skin health.
• –Minerals: Minerals such as calcium and iron are essential for keeping your bones strong and your blood healthy.
• –Fiber: Fiber is important for keeping your digestive system functioning properly.
• –Protein: Protein is essential for repairing and rebuilding muscle tissue.
• –Antioxidants. Carotenoids and flavonoids can improve human health by alleviating oxidative stress.

All ingredients in IQed are certified as food which provides per serving all of the above!

When you eat a healthy diet, the vitamins and minerals in food sources are easier for your body to absorb than those found only in supplements. Supplements can be hard on the stomach and often require taking multiple pills per day, while food can provide all of the nutrients you need in one or two servings. To ensure that your body is getting all the nutrients it needs to stay healthy, try limiting processed foods. Processed food can affect digestion negatively while water will help break down food so that your body can absorb the nutrients. Water also softens stool, which helps prevent constipation  

MEAL REPLACEMENTS LIKE IQed MADE FROM FOOD INGREDIENTS

All ingredients in IQed are certified as food!  I have patents and patents pending on IQed Smart Nutrition and I’m so proud of it and want to share some of the reasons why meal replacement powders such as IQed Smart Nutrition are so beneficial. While some of the following pertain to the many meal replacement powders out there, I’m just going to share about IQed as not all meal replacements are created equal. IQed is made of the best natural food ingredients possible, providing all the essential nutrients known to improve your health and wellness and manufactured at a cGMP pharmaceutical to ensure quality.

 IQed was recognized with the prestigious Clean Label Project Purity Award for being free of heavy metals and over 130 other harmful toxins. Very few food products on the market could pass this rigorous testing.

A National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech upon using IQed., the majority within the first few weeks.

IQed ensures you’re getting all the essential nutrients your body requires daily and can replace one unhealthy habit with another! Imagine replacing soda or coffee consumption each day with a serving of IQed. You’ll be on track for healthier living in no time at all-it just makes sense that this is something everyone should consider when making changes toward better health goals.

IQed is a great way to make sure you or your child’s body is getting all the essential nutrients it needs daily. IQed provides everything you need in one serving, including all the essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and more! IQed is perfect for both children and adults who want to make sure they’re getting the nutrients they need each day, and because it’s already partially broken down and contains food ingredients that are natural digestive enzymes it’s easily digestible.

Here are some of the other benefits of using IQed

1. Supported Metabolic System: The food ingredients in IQed helps support the metabolic system so you can reach or maintain your optimal weight by providing a nutrient-rich alternative. IQed provides all the essential nutrients your body requires daily helping you feel fuller longer and reducing the temptation for junk food.
2. Improved Nutrition: IQed provides all the essential nutrients your body needs daily, and can also help you get more fiber and protein into your diet. You typically need to consume a varied diet to ensure you get all the essential nutrients your body requires daily. However, IQed Smart Nutrition your body gets all the essential nutrients your body needs in just one serving.
3. Convenience: A meal with IQed is quick and easy to prepare, which makes it perfect for busy lifestyles. IQed can be taken with you on the go and make it easy to get the nutrients you need without having to cook or prepare a meal, and is far healthier than most options at fast-food restaurants.
4. Cost-Effective: IQed is often more cost-effective than buying individual ingredients for meals.
5. Ayurveda: IQed contains 9 Ayurvedic botanicals known for their health benefits. Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine designed during the ancient Vedic times of India to promote good health, long life, and the prevention of disease. Ayurveda has been widely used by doctors for 5000 years and literally translates to “Science of Life;” Ayus = Life, Veda = knowledge/science.
6. Variety: IQed can be mixed with a variety of foods or liquids to create a variety of smoothies or even different recipes including cookies!

In conclusion, food, or meal replacement powders made up of natural food ingredients, are easier to digest than supplements because they contain natural flavors, fiber, and fewer chemicals. Additionally, food is a better source of nutrients than supplements. Finally, food is more easily digested than supplements because vitamins can be hard on the stomach and require taking multiple pills per day. If you’re looking for something that’s nutritious and easy to digest, reach for food instead of supplements. Your body will thank you!

Lisa Geng

Author, Founder, and President of The Cherab Foundation , Coauthor The Late Talker book, Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer and patented inventor in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with apraxia and ADHD she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. L Lisa currently holds three patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition and is a co-author of a study published in a National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal.Results of a Consumer Survey on the Effectiveness of a Nutritional Blend Reported on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms, Apraxia, and Other Conditions Involving Motor and Speech Delays. which showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech 

For example, many so-called "healthy" snacks are high in sugar and calories, which can lead to weight gain. Others may be low in nutrients, which means they won't do much to help you reach your daily nutritional needs.

Here are some examples:

1. Low-fat products including some yogurts and granola often have added sugar to make up for the loss of flavor from the fat.
2. Vegan products may be high in unhealthy fats and processed ingredients.
3. "Natural" products may still contain chemicals, heavy metals, and other unhealthy ingredients.
4. "Organic" does not necessarily mean low in sugar, nutritious, or free of heavy metals

Here are a few tips to help you out!

-Check the nutrition label: One of the best ways to know if a food is actually healthy is to check the nutrition label. This will list all of the ingredients in the food as well as the calorie and sugar content. If you see that a food is high in sugar or calories, it's probably not as healthy as it claims to be.

-Talk to a doctor or nutritionist: If you're really not sure about a particular food, it's always a good idea to consult with a doctor or nutritionist. They'll be able to tell you whether or not it's actually healthy and give you some tips on how to eat healthier overall.

-Do your own research: Another good way to figure out if a food is healthy is to do your own research. If you aren't sure of an ingredient look it up online and see if it's healthy.

Why IQed!

IQed is different. IQed is not only healthy but also has clinically proven* physical and cognitive benefits reported in 92% of participants. IQed provides the highest quality nutrition for you and your family!

*A clinical study published in Alternative Therapies, Health and Medicine, a peer-reviewed journal, found 92% of participants reported improvements in cognition, speech, memory, and focus within 4 weeks. So if you're looking for truly healthy food, look no further than IQed!

Some healthy suggestions using IQed

Yogurt- skip frozen yogurt which is typically high in sugar and candied toppings and instead choose plain low-fat Greek yogurt and flavor it with fresh berries, bananas, or sprinkle it with IQed.

Energy Bars-most energy bars in regards to sugar, fat, and calories are not different than a regular candy bar, especially those dipped in chocolate. Choose instead bars that boast simple, recognizable ingredients such as bars with a mixture of nuts, seeds, and a bit of honey to hold them together. Or try one of the many delicious IQed recipes such as IQed energy bites!

Granola -if looking at the cereal many varieties are high in calories and packed with excess sugar. Even though granola and muesli are similar breakfast cereals, unlike granola, muesli is unsweetened. Here is a great way to make your breakfast cereal even healthier and more nutritious with IQed 

Sports drinks -unless you run marathons or work out more than 2 hours a day, you don't need the extra electrolytes from these drinks which are typically high in sugar. Instead drink water, or add IQed to the water if you want a nutritious healthy drink! 

Patented IQed is an all-natural full meal and vitamin replacement that is 3rd party tested free of heavy metals, and 150 other toxins with clinically proven* physical and cognitive benefits reported in 92% of participants. IQed provides the highest quality nutrition for you and your family!

Lisa Geng

Author, Founder, and President of The Cherab Foundation , Coauthor The Late Talker book, Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer and patented inventor in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with apraxia and ADHD she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. L Lisa currently holds three patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition and is a co-author of a study published in a National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal.Results of a Consumer Survey on the Effectiveness of a Nutritional Blend Reported on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms, Apraxia, and Other Conditions Involving Motor and Speech Delays. which showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech  

IQed Smart Nutrition is the perfect way to get the most out of your mindful eating experience by providing you an all-natural, nutrient-rich food that will satisfy your hunger without weighing you down. With IQed Smart Nutrition, you can enjoy all the benefits of mindful eating while getting the nutritional support you need for optimal health. 

If you're looking to get started with mindful eating, there are a few things you can do to get started. First, slow down while you're eating. This will help you pay attention to your food. Second, eat without distractions. This means no TV, no phone, and no multitasking. Pay attention to your food and really savor it. Third, pay attention to your hunger and fullness cues. This means listening to your body when you're hungry and stopping when you're full. fourth, make mindful eating a regular practice. Just like anything else, mindful eating takes practice. The more you do it, the easier it will become.

How mindful eating can improve health

Mindful eating is a great way to improve your health. When you're mindful of what you're eating, you're more likely to make healthy choices that are good for your body. IQed Smart Nutrition can help you to get the most out of your mindful eating experience by providing all-natural, nutrient-rich foods that will satisfy your hunger without weighing you down. With IQed Smart Nutrition, you can get the nourishment you need without sacrificing taste or satisfaction. IQed Smart Nutrition is the perfect way to get in the spring mindset for healthy eating.

Q: What is mindful eating and why should you try it?

A: Mindful eating is a form of mindful meditation that can help you focus on your food and your body.  Mindful eating is a form of mindful meditation that can help you focus on your food and your body. Mindful eating can help you become more aware of your eating habits and make better choices when it comes to food.   

Q: What are the benefits of mindful eating?

A: The benefits of mindful eating include making healthier meal choices such as IQed, which is linked to improved mental and physical health, weight loss, and better digestion.

Q: How do I get started with mindful eating?

A: You can start by making small changes to your diet, like eating more vegetables, replacing one or two meals a day with all natural and nutrient rich IQed, or skipping dessert once in a while.

Q: What are some tips for mindful eating?

A: It can be tough to get started with mindful eating, but it's worth it in the end. Here are a few tips for getting started:

Following these tips, mindful eating can help you improve your mental and physical health, lose weight, and have better digestion. It can also help you become more aware of your relationship with food to make healthier choices. IQed Smart Nutrition can help you to get the most out of your mindful eating experience by providing all-natural, nutrient-rich foods that will satisfy your hunger without weighing you down. IQed Smart Nutrition makes it easy to stay mindful of your food choices and is the perfect way to get in the spring mindset for healthy eating. So what are you waiting for? Give IQed together with mindful eating a try today!

Lisa Geng

Author, Founder, and President of The Cherab Foundation , Coauthor The Late Talker book, Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer and patented inventor in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with apraxia and ADHD she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. L Lisa currently holds three patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition and is a co-author of a study published in a National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal.Results of a Consumer Survey on the Effectiveness of a Nutritional Blend Reported on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms, Apraxia, and Other Conditions Involving Motor and Speech Delays. which showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech  

New research published in the journal Microbiome found a low fiber diet impairs​ cognition,  The researchers noted that age related cognitive decline is observed across the developed world and that low fiber intake is a common feature of diets in these countries as well. The study notes the average fiber intake in the US and UK is about 15g/day, far below the World Health Organization recommended level of 25-35 g/day. 

The study found fiber deficient mice performed poorly on the nest building test (a ‘daily activity’) and did not remember the location or order of objects as well as their higher fiber peers. The low fiber group also showed degenerative changes in a particular region of the hippocampus as shown by transmission electron microscopy. And certain proteins indicative of neuroinflammation were higher in the low fiber group.

IQed

In Addition To Natural Soluble Fiber, IQed Provide Per Serving Over 22 Vitamins And Minerals, High-Quality Protein, Omega 3s, And All The Essential Amino Acids Are All Natural, Non-GMO, Free of MSG And Salicylates. 

Here are some more simple ways to increase fiber this holiday season from ManaMD

1. Serve plenty of fruits and vegetables. Maintain your traditions, but add some produce. Do you make gelatin salad? Add berries along with those marshmallows. Add a green salad to the meal and make fruit salad an option for dessert. Your guests will probably be happy to have those options.
2. Add nuts to casseroles. Grated walnuts are a tastier and healthier stand-in for breadcrumbs. Sliced almonds will perk up your dressing. Sweet potato casserole is even more delicious with chopped pecans.
3. Pick whole-grain breads. If you love your regular hot rolls, add oat muffins or whole wheat buns as a second choice.
4. Use almond meal in baked goods in place of some flour. You can substitute almond meal cup for cup in cakes and cookies. Try replacing one third of your flour with almond meal, or check out our all-nut cake recipe below.
5. Add fruit, vegetables, and nuts to dressing and stuffing. Use your regular recipe, and stir in chopped celery, cranberries, mushrooms, chopped apples, diced onions, bell pepper strips, and your favorite chopped nuts. If you bake dressing in a casserole dish, consider making one pan “plain” and gussy the other one up with fiber-rich goodies.
6. Choose fruit or nut pies over cream pies. Pecan pie, apple pie with nut topping, pear and cranberry tart, pumpkin pie — all these traditional fall choices contain good amounts of fiber. Try recipes that use lots of fruit instead of canned filling.
7. Make nut-based crusts and toppings. Explore recipes that use nuts instead of or along with flour. Be sure to let guests know there are nuts in your desserts if you aren’t sure about allergies.
8. Add grated apples or carrots to cakes. These ingredients add moisture and sweetness as well as fiber.
9. Don’t peel those fruits and veggies. Unpeeled apples in your Waldorf Salad or unpeeled potatoes in your roast potatoes look and taste great!
10. Replace sour cream dips with guacamole or hummus. These popular dips bring you 15 grams of fiber for hummus and 8 grams for guacamole in a typical serving. Classic onion dip has zero grams of fiber.

During this busy holiday season  also continue to use IQed which not only contains soluble fiber it all the essential nutrients you require daily.  In addition, to all the nutrients your body requires daily IQed was honored to receive the prestigious Clean Label Project Purity award. from the Clean Label Project, a national nonprofit focused on health and transparency in labeling.   The certification validates IQed's aim to not only comply with but exceed the strictest standard for harmful contaminants, chemicals and additives: what appears on the label is exactly what the product contains.  

The nonprofit Clean Label Project tests products in an accredited analytical chemistry laboratory for 130 harmful environmental and industrial contaminants and toxins including all the heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, mercury as well as antibiotic or pesticide residues. IQed was free of any heavy metal contamination now relatively common across the food supply

So this holiday season enjoy the festivities, food, fun and IQed.  Here is a smart cookie recipe

IQed Peanut Butter Smart Cookie

Ingredients

• 1 Scoop Chocolate or Vanilla IQed
• 1 Tbs. Natural Peanut Butter
•  Raw Honey To Taste

Options:

You can use maple or chocolate syrup instead of raw honey.  Raw honey, however, is a natural prebiotic.  Optional to dip or sprinkle the cookies with nuts, coconut flakes, chocolate or peanut butter chips, powdered sugar, or sprinkles.  The amounts and ingredients are flexible.  The recipe is for one cookie but if you want to make a few at once you can double or triple the recipe.  If your child is only using one scoop a day, use this same recipe to make 2 smaller cookies and serve to them twice a day.  This smart cookie is rich in natural nutrients including 22 vitamins and minerals, soluble fiber and Omega 3s, healthy ayurvedic botanicals, and complete meal and vitamin replacement.  Have fun with these, and let your child help!

Lisa Geng

Author, Founder, and President of The Cherab Foundation , Coauthor The Late Talker book, Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer and patented inventor in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with apraxia and ADHD she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. L Lisa currently holds three patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition and is a co-author of a study published in a National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal.Results of a Consumer Survey on the Effectiveness of a Nutritional Blend Reported on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms, Apraxia, and Other Conditions Involving Motor and Speech Delays. which showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech  

You have probably heard on the news about toxic levels of heavy metals in infant food.  The truth is that heavy metals are in our air,  soil, and water , all of which have increasingly become contaminated with toxic heavy metals through industry, mining, leaded gasoline, paints, fertilizers, and more. The good news is that growing research shows that an adequate intake of essential nutrients is able to block the absorption of certain heavy metals known for their adverse effects on both humans and animals.   All of these nutrients are found rich in IQed® 

IQed, makers of all an natural patented smart food conceptualized by a mom, perfected by doctors and made in an FDA cGMP facility, today announced they have received the Clean Label Project Purity Award from the Clean Label Project™, a national nonprofit focused on health and transparency in labeling.   The certification validates IQed's aim to not only comply with but exceed the strictest standard for harmful contaminants, chemicals and additives: what appears on the label is exactly what the product contains.

Air, soil, and water have increasingly become contaminated with toxic heavy metals through industry, mining, leaded gasoline, paints, fertilizers, and more. However, growing research shows that an adequate intake of essential nutrients is able to block the absorption of heavy metals known for their adverse effects on both humans and animals. One study, examining published reports of dietary methods, recommends that a sufficient intake of specific nutrients such as protein, selenium, zinc, folate, calcium, iron, and vitamins B and C can naturally protect the human body from heavy metals. All of these recommended nutrients are found in IQed which was just awarded the nonprofit Clean Label Project's seal of approval determining that IQed is among the cleanest foods on the market.

IQed Smart Nutrition is an all-natural full meal and vitamin replacement food powder, while IQed Pet is a veterinarian approved, nutrient rich all natural supplement. Both contain a proprietary and patented blend of Ayurvedic botanicals as well as undenatured 100% casein free whey isolate protein. Every ingredient has been tested to be free of heavy metals as well as hormones, pesticides, preservatives, GMOs, and major allergens.
IQed Smart Nutrition is an all-natural full meal and vitamin replacement food powder, while IQed Pet is a veterinarian approved, nutrient rich all natural supplement. Both contain a proprietary and patented blend of Ayurvedic botanicals as well as undenatured 100% casein free whey isolate protein. Every ingredient has been tested to be free of heavy metals as well as hormones, pesticides, preservatives, GMOs, and major allergens.

“People are looking to ensure that what they are consuming are safe and healthy products, free of unwanted contaminants. We source and test the finest ingredients for optimal brain health and overall development, to guarantee IQed contains nothing but the best,” said Lisa Geng, Creator of IQed and Founder/President of the Cherab Foundation. “Being awarded The Certificate of Purity from The Clean Label Project on all premium ingredients in the IQed line, further confirms the excellence of our products.”

Upon seeing a need for food she could trust to feed her own family, Geng created IQed. With both of her sons diagnosed on the spectrum, Geng founded the Cherab Foundation, a worldwide nonprofit organization working to improve the communication skills, education, and advocacy of children on the neurological spectrum. Taking her crusade further, she formulated IQed. A National Institute of Health-based, peer-reviewed medical journal showed 92% of respondents reported positive changes upon using IQed. Improvements in concentration, energy, motor skills, and speech were bolstered by those suffering from Autism, Apraxia, ADHD, and other disorders.

The Clean Label Project tests products in an accredited analytical chemistry laboratory for 130 harmful environmental and industrial contaminants and toxins including arsenic, lead, antibiotic or pesticide residues. IQed was free of any heavy metal contamination now relatively common across the food supply
“We are proud to include IQed Smart Nutrition and IQed Pet in our prestigious line of quality ‘Clean’ products, which allows the consumer to differentiate between the many products on the market and feel comfortable about what they are consuming.” said Jackie Bowen, Executive Director of the Clean Label Project. “Only about a third of food products on the market today qualify for this honorable recognition.”

IQed provides per serving over 22 key natural vitamins and minerals, soluble fiber, Omega 3's, and all the essential amino acids. IQed products will soon proudly update their packaging and website to include The Clean Label Project™ seal of approval. 

About IQed IQed, located on the Treasure Coast of Florida, USA is an innovative family owned company started by concerned parents looking to provide a full meal and vitamin replacement all-natural food supplement for our families, and premium nutrition for our pets free of contaminants. For additional information about the organization, please visit www.getiqed.com or email us at contact@getiqed.com

About Clean Label Project Colorado-based Clean Label Project (CLP) is a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to bring truth and transparency to food and consumer product labeling. CLP is committed to changing the definition of food and consumer safety through the use of data, science, and transparency. By sharing the results of scientific data directly with consumers, it seeks to assist the public in making the most informed choice possible each time they shop.

LISA GENG
Mom Conceptualist For IQed
Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with diagnosis including severe apraxia, hypotonia, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, CAPD, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and holds two patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition. Lisa has been serving as a parent advocate on an AAN Immunization Panel since 2015 and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US.  Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.
IQed® is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

Dietary sources of energy, solid fats, and added sugars among children and adolescents in the United States. Reedy and Krebs-Smith (2010)

Essential nutrients are those nutrients our bodies require daily but can’t produce, so they need to be consumed. Deficiency of essential nutrients can cause numerous health issues, and as shocking as it may appear there is a rise in nutritional deficiency in affluent countries for various reasons including a rise in parents allowing children to exist on junk food diets.

Humans have a greater demand for nutrients and energy to support the body’s requirements for growth and development during early childhood than at any other time in life. As this is a time of rapid brain development, the nutrition that children receive in the first five years of life can have long-term effects on physical and mental health.

Understanding the role of nutrition in the brain and behavioral development of toddlers and preschool children: identifying and addressing methodological barriers. Rosales et al. 2009

Early childhood marks the time when most children transition from eating food chosen by caregivers to making their own dietary choices (Rosales et al. 2009). As a result, food intake becomes subject to preferences that are not always based on good nutrition – or common sense. Essential nutrition can affect the ongoing development of higher cognitive processes at any stage of development, and its absence can result in long-lasting cognitive impairment.

In the special needs population for children, there are two main reasons for nutritional deficiencies including picky eating or feeding disorders as well as parents intentionally trying restrictive diets further limiting essential nutrients.

Habitual fast-food eaters — those who ate fast food daily – produced test scores that were up to about 20 percent lower than students who ate no fast food.

A study of 8,544 American schoolchildren measured their junk food consumption at the age of 10 and, after accounting for other factors, assessed their academic performance in reading, mathematics, and science at age 13 and found the consumption of junk food is linked to poorer academic outcomes. A healthy diet is linked to better reading skills in the first three years of school, though the investigators found that the positive associations of diet quality with reading skills in later grades were independent of reading skills in Grade 1.

Fast Food Consumption and Academic Growth in Late Childhood Purtell et al. 2014

If your child is consuming a limited diet either due to feeding issues or restrictive diets this case study just published today published Monday in Annals of Internal Medicine is something parents need to be aware as a teen went permanently blind and developed a hearing loss after eating a strict junk food diet of Pringles, french fries, white bread, processed ham, and sausage for a few years.

Blindness Caused by a Junk Food Diet Harrison et al. 2019

A teenager in the United Kingdom described as a “fussy eater” went blind and developed a hearing loss after eating a strict junk food diet of Pringles, french fries, white bread, processed ham, and sausage for a few years.

A case study published Monday in Annals of Internal Medicine, shows the boy suffered from nutritional optic neuropathy, a dysfunction of the optic nerve cause by a diet low in nutrients required for nerve fibres in the eye to function. The condition can lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated.

Researchers at the Bristol Eye Hospital in the U.K. said the boy first visited his family doctor as a 14-year-old with a normal body mass index, but complained of tiredness. His doctor gave him some vitamin B12 injections to treat low levels of the vitamin and suggested some dietary changes.

A year later, the boy had developed hearing loss and symptoms related to his vision, but doctors could not determine the cause. By age 17, the boy’s vision had regressed to the point of blindness.

Doctors investigated and found the boy suffered several bone, vitamin and mineral deficiencies. That was when the teenager admitted to avoiding foods with certain textures since elementary school. He said he only ate French fries, Pringles, white bread, processed ham, and sausage.

By the time doctors had completed the diagnosis, he had suffered permanent vision loss.

Though nutritional optic neuropathy is rare in developed countries, the University of Iowa documented a case in which a 28-year-old man’s diet consisted almost entirely of 1.9 litres of vodka per day, causing vision problems.

The authors of the U.K. case study say “fussy eating” restricted to junk food that causes serious nutritional deficiencies is a form of eating disorder.

The researchers say nutritional optic neuropathy should be considered in all cases of unexplained vision loss involving someone with a poor diet, regardless of the person’s BMI. source

WHILE SOME MAY QUESTION VITAMINS IN THESE SITUATIONS, FOOD, HEALTHY FOOD, IS THE PUREST FORM OF SUPPLEMENTATION.

In addition to seeking professional help if your child has a feeding disorder, I also highly recommend you try my patented nutritional formula IQed which provides all the essential nutrients (macro and micro) through the natural food ingredients.  Here are some serving suggestions for IQed and some picky eater tips as well.

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with diagnosis including severe apraxia, hypotonia, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, CAPD, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and holds two patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition. Lisa has been serving as a parent advocate on an AAN Immunization Panel since 2015 and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US.  Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed® is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

I am the mom who holds multiple patents and patents pending on IQed. I turned 58 years old this year, and as I approach 60 am not just interested in being healthy, I'm already healthy. As someone who has followed the evidence-based Mediterranean Diet, including IQed for myself and my family for decades, what caught my eye is that intermittent fasting (known as just "IF")may trigger some anti-aging properties. 

I appreciate the evidence about the anti-aging aspects of IF is weak, mainly from preclinical studies, but from all that I read up on IF, it seemed to be healthy regardless. I started seeing some of my fitness friends, such as Michael Gonzalez Wallace, author of the book Super Body Super Brain were supporters and followers of IF.

What is Intermittent fasting?

Intermittent fasting/IF is a diet regimen that cycles between brief periods of fasting, with either no food or significant calorie reduction, and periods of almost unrestricted eating. It is promoted to change body composition through loss of fat mass and weight and improve health markers associated with diseases such as blood pressure and cholesterol levels. The roots of intermittent fasting (IF) can be traced back to traditional fasting. Fasting is a universal ritual used for centuries for health or spiritual benefits. This practice is mentioned in early texts by Socrates, Plato, and religious groups. Today, many celebrities, such as Chris Pratt, Terry Crews, Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, Jimmy Kimmel, and Halle Berry, enjoy the benefits of IF. There is growing evidence that intermittent fasting is a healthy lifestyle change that can be sustained over time.

Anti-aging aspects of IF -what intrigued me

As long ago as the 1930s, one American scientist found that significantly reducing calories helped mice live longer, healthier lives. Studies have shown that decreasing calorie consumption by 30 to 40 percent (regardless of how it's done) can extend life span by a third or more. In addition to anti-aging, there is data to suggest that limiting food intake may reduce the risk of many common diseases.

Before IF 2018, at 57 years old.

Here I was before starting last year at 57 years old. I have always been healthy and fit. No medical issues, no medications, and 5 foot 6, ranged between 135 and 140 pounds. I didn't start IF with IQed to lose weight. I didn't think I needed to lose weight.

After IF 2018 at 58 years old

Here I am at 58 years old after one year of IF.  Without dieting, without feeling hungry, and while continuing to consume carbs and sugars (in moderation of course) and while continuing to follow a Mediterranean diet, this past year using IQed and IF I lost close to 20 pounds and STILL feel great.  No health issues and still no medications.  I didn't start IF to lose weight because I didn't think I needed to.  I like the way I look now too.   The only difference between the Mediterranean diet and IQed I have already followed this past year is the addition of IF.  

Why IQed® and IF

IF is a way of living that doesn't involve dieting. You can still follow a Mediterranean Diet or any other diet that makes you comfortable. I love IQed and have used my patented nutritional composition IQed for years, even before IF. Being that I notoriously never can eat that much at one time, I had followed the "grazing" mealtime practice of eating a bit all day long. In the "before" photo below, this is what I looked like at 57 after following this method for decades. It worked for me. 

I knew consuming all my essential nutrients daily with the IF-shortened feeding time could be problematic, so the obvious solution was IQed and IF. Every day for the past year, I used the same 2 to 4 scoops of IQed a day depending on what else I ate that day, but now it's to ensure I'm consuming all the macro and micronutrients my body requires daily. IQed for me simplified IF. I still cook and make my soups and foods, but now I cook what I crave or want; I don't have to worry about getting in all the nutrients if I'm only eating in a 4-hour window that day as again, I can only eat so much before I'm just stuffed!

What is Time-Restricted Eating?
Time-restricted eating is an easy way to ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs without spending hours in the kitchen. It simply means you eat all your meals within a specific daily timeframe. For example, you might eat between 10 am and 6 pm or 12 pm and 6 pm. Eating within a 4, 6, or 8-hour window leaves a window of 16 to 20 hours for your body to fast. 

Intermittent fasting has been shown to have many health benefits, including weight loss, reduced inflammation, and improved brain function. So by following a time-restricted eating plan, you can reap all these benefits while still enjoying your favorite foods. And with IQed Smart Nutrition, it's easy to ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs while intermittent fasting. 

IQed is more than just a food supplement. It's a complete meal replacement that is convenient, affordable, and tastes great! With IQed, you can be sure you and your family are getting the nutrition needed and tested free of any of the icky stuff in today's food supply. So don't wait another day. Give your family the gift of IQed Smart Nutrition today. 

Time-restricted eating is a healthy way to eat for the whole family. Following an IF eating plan can reap all the benefits of fasting while still enjoying your favorite foods. And with IQed Smart Nutrition, it's easy to ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs while intermittent fasting. So don't wait another day. Give your family the gift of IQed Smart Nutrition today!

IF isn't starving yourself

When your body doesn't consume all the nutrients it requires, it can go into stress mode and release cortisol, the stress hormone linked to increased belly fat. IF is not about starving yourself, and you again should consume all the essential nutrients you require daily, just in a shorter window -even if you are doing one meal a day (called OMAD) which I don't follow, but many do. I don't believe in elimination diets, including the popular belief of the day that eliminating all carbs or sugars is healthy. I have a history of celiac disease and spent much of my early childhood in the hospital. At the same time, they figured out the issue at that time when it was rare, I had to be gluten-free much of my childhood,  I am currently in celiac remission, which happens for some children with celiac disease, and I" m hoping never to have to be gluten-free again and am shocked so many choose gluten-free or keto willingly. Healthy carbs add fiber and nutrients to our diets. 

I also have a sweet tooth, but some healthy treats are out there, and I don't want to live without sweets. If you're going to follow something long-term, schedule in cheats here and there- sweets or snacks you enjoy. Having a larger cheat meal here and there can even boost metabolism. I love baking cookies -here is one of my cheat cookie recipes with IQed, even though I typically don't recommend cooking with IQed as all ingredients are certified as foods, and we want to preserve all those amazing nutrients! 

As David L. Katz, MD, MPH, FACPM, FACP, FACLM, who is the founding director of Yale University's Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, and current President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, says, "We were born with a preference for sweet because that has fostered the survival of not only Homo sapiens, but mammals in general, for perhaps as long as there have been mammals. Breast milk — and I trust no one is foolhardy enough to suggest that breast milk is evil! — is a sugar-sweetened beverage.

We like sweets because mammals who like sweets are more apt to survive than mammals who don't. Period."

How I did IF this past year

IF is flexible in that you choose the days or hours during which you think it's best to fast. The one I started to follow is the 16:8 (hours) meal plan—where you eat whatever you want (within reason) for eight hours a day and then fast for the other 16. It's recommended to start with the 16:8, but many, including me, end up following an 18:6 or even a 20:4. I tend to like to eat more later in the day, it's also when I may go out to dinner, so I like starting to eat later in the day. But depending on your schedule, you may want to eat earlier and stop eating earlier.

Weight loss -if you need to lose weight highly recommend IF!

I wasn't looking for weight loss, and it just happened. Some physicians and nutrition experts believe that IF can be an effective way to lose weight, particularly for those who don't like counting calories, measuring foods, or eliminating food groups from their diet. But again, with that aside, there is some evidence supporting that IF is a healthy lifestyle choice, which is why I first tried it.  

Here are some evidenced based reasons why to consider IF:

October 10, 2022 Cell Reports Medicine: Time-restricted eating with or without low-carbohydrate diet reduces visceral fat and improves metabolic syndrome: A randomized trial

• • One USC study found that patients who fasted for five consecutive days each month (consumed between 750 and 1,100 calories) had lower blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and IGF-1 levels (a compound associated with increased risk of cancer) than those who ate usually.
  • A 2018 study by Krista Varady, Ph.D., an associate professor of nutrition at the University of Illinois at Chicago, sought to examine the efficacy of intermittent fasting in a 16:8 diet, which includes a fasting period of 16 hours and an eating period of eight hours. In the study published in the nutrition and Healthy Aging journal, 23 obese men and women were directed to eat only between 10 am and 6 pm, with no food limits. During the other 16 hours, they consumed only calorie-free beverages like water, tea, coffee, and diet soda. During the 12-week study period, the 16:8 fasting participants consumed about 340 calories less than the control group, which didn't change their eating habits. The fasting group lost nearly 3 percent of their weight and lowered their blood pressure. 
  • Researchers from the University of Alabama conducted a study with a small group of obese men with prediabetes. They compared a form of intermittent fasting called "early time-restricted feeding," where all meals were fit into an early eight-hour period of the day (7 am to 3 pm), or spread out over 12 hours (between 7 am and 7 pm). Both groups maintained their weight (did not gain or lose). Still, after five weeks, the eight-hour group had dramatically lower insulin levels, significantly improved insulin sensitivity, and significantly lower blood pressure. The best part? The eight-hour group also had significantly decreased appetite. They weren't starving. Changing the timing of meals by eating earlier in the day and extending the overnight fast significantly benefited metabolism.
  • A recent study completed by the German Cancer Research Center concluded that intermittent fasting indeed "helps lose weight and promotes health," The regimen proved especially adept at getting rid of fat in the liver. A USC study also found that the diet reduced participants' risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and other age-related diseases. While researchers cautioned that more testing is necessary, the results are at least encouraging.
  • Fasting intermittently has been shown to reverse a form of heart disease.
  • Moving back to breakfast and dinner time can have profound effects on how your body processes meals, akin to intermittent fasting. Subjects who could stick to the schedule reduced overall body fat by the end of the ten weeks by an average of 1.9 percent.
  • IF may induce ketosis (which you may be familiar with thanks to the ketogenic diet), in which the body draws on energy from stored fats instead of blood sugar (typically the body's first go-to when it needs power). The other mechanism, which has been studied in animal research, is that cells and tissues may enter a phase of rest, renewal, and rejuvenation. This could reduce chronic disease risk and increase longevity."

  In short, for me, IF is something I'll continue. It's easy, I spend less time preparing and eating food, I'm completely satisfied each day, only hungry when it's time to eat, and again feeling great so if you get IQed with IF you too can have the easy button for staying,, well nourished and satisfied daily while receiving all the evidence-based reasons of staying healthier than ever.

Sources

• https://www.cell.com/cell-reports-medicine/fulltext/S2666-3791(22)00332-9
• https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2018/fasting-linked-to-longevity-in-mice.html
• https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2019/fasting-weight-loss.html
• https://chicagohealthonline.com/the-benefits-and-drawbacks-of-intermittent-fasting/
• https://content.iospress.com/articles/nutrition-and-healthy-aging/nha170036
• https://news.usc.edu/116479/scientifically-designed-fasting-diet-lowers-risks-for-major-diseases/
• https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.118.011863
• https://www.inverse.com/article/48529-does-it-matter-when-you-eat-intermittent-fasting
• https://www.self.com/story/intermittent-fasting

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children with diagnosis including severe apraxia, hypotonia, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, CAPD, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and holds two patents and patents pending on IQed nutritional composition. Lisa has been serving as a parent advocate on an AAN Immunization Panel since 2015 and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US.  Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed® is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

Consume sugar in moderation if you want to be Stayin' Alive

According to a new study of 37,716 men and 80,647 women. published in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation, frequently drinking sugar-sweetened drinks, such as sodas and sports drinks, was associated with an increased risk of death from cardiovascular diseases and, to a lesser extent, cancers. 

Moderation Vs Elimination

Before sharing the study results however as there appears to be a rise in people viewing all sugar including fruit as harmful, here at IQed we believe it's important to remember there is a difference between elimination and moderation and also wanted to point out there are differences between junk processed foods and natural sources of sugar. 

Regarding this, here are some quotes from David L. Katz, MD, MPH, FACPM, FACP, FACLM who is the founding director of Yale University’s Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, and current President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

"We were born with a preference for sweet because that has fostered the survival of not only Homo sapiens, but mammals in general, for perhaps as long as there have been mammals. Breast milk — and I trust no one is foolhardy enough to suggest that breast milk is evil! — is a sugar-sweetened beverage.

Sugar, concentrated into the nectar of flowers, fuels the flight of hummingbirds. It is, in fact, the sole food source of these marvels of both aviation, and metabolic intensity. How evil can hummingbird fuel be? Clearly not evil at all for hummingbirds! But that may not say much about us. So enough about hummingbirds; let’s talk about you and me.

We like sweet because mammals who like sweet are more apt to survive than mammals who don’t. Period." 

History of Sugar

Around 6,000 BC, people in New Guinea began to grow sugarcane, chewing and sucking on the stalks to drink the sweet juice within. Sugarcane cultivation spread to India, whereby 500 BC people had learned to turn bowls of the tropical grass's juice into crude crystals. From there sugar traveled with migrants and monks to China, Persia, northern Africa and eventually to Europe in the 11th century.

Organic cane sugar has the full-bodied taste of sugarcane and is much less processed, retaining a lot of the nutrients present in cane juice. Unrefined cane sugar contains 17 amino acids, 11 minerals, and 6 vitamins, including antioxidants that may help reverse oxidative damage. It is made up of sucrose, fructose, and glucose.

For more than 400 years, sugar remained a luxury in Europe—an exotic spice—until manufacturing became efficient enough to make "white gold" much more affordable..Interestingly enough at one point sugar was used as a folk medicine.

So again this study found evidence that frequently drinking sugar-sweetened drinks, such as sodas and sports drinks, was associated with an increased risk of death from cardiovascular diseases and, to a lesser extent, cancers.  So while sugar has a place in the diet,  keep it in moderation if you want to be 'stayin' alive'. 

Sugar in moderation if you want to be Stayin' Alive

Study Highlights

“Drinking water in place of sugary drinks is a healthy choice that could contribute to longevity,” said Vasanti Malik, Sc.D., lead author on the paper and a research scientist in the Department of Nutrition in the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston, Massachusetts. “Diet soda may be used to help frequent consumers of sugary drinks cut back their consumption, but water is the best and healthiest choice.”

Although people have been drinking fewer sugary drinks in the United States in the past decade, soda and other sweetened drinks still represent the single largest source of added sugar in the U.S. diet and their consumption is on the rise around the world.

Much attention has been given to a potential link between soft drinks, weight gain and health problems related to weight gain such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. But few studies have examined whether sugar-sweetened beverages or artificially sweetened beverages can be linked to mortality.

The current study used data from two large-scale longitudinal studies to do just that. Researchers examined data from 37,716 men in the Health Professionals follow-up study and 80,647 women in the Nurses’ Health Study. They controlled for other dietary factors, physical activity, and body mass index so that any effect measured could be independently linked with sugar-sweetened beverages. It also examined the association between drinking artificially sweetened beverages and death."

IQed Summary

 In summary, if you are thirsty drink water.  And to ensure you get all your essential macro and micronutrients daily we recommend mixing in some of our patented nutritional composition IQed   All natural IQed can be used as full meal and vitamin replacement and provides superior nutrition that naturally supports healthy brain, immune, and metabolic functioning!

Journal Reference:

Long-Term Consumption of Sugar-Sweetened and Artificially Sweetened Beverages and Risk of Mortality in US Adults Vasanti S. Malik, Yanping Li, An Pan, Lawrence De Koning, Eva Schernhammer, Walter C. Willett, and Frank B. Hu  Originally published18 Mar 2019 Doi: https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.118.037401 Circulation. 2019 Link: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.118.037401

Sugar Reference:

https://getiqed.com/blogs/food-for-thought/historically-speaking

Association of Prenatal Phthalate Exposure With Language Development in Early Childhood Carl-Gustaf Bornehag, PhD et.al, JAMA Pediatr. 2018

Great Pacific Garbage Patch

Most of us by now know the ongoing problem of plastics building in our environment and point to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a collection of plastic, floating trash halfway between Hawaii and California, that has grown to more than 600,000 square miles, twice the size of Texas.  It's continuing to grow and accumulate plastic rapidly according to this 2018 study published in Nature.  But plastic is also a problem when it's small.

Microplastics In Earth's Water

Microplastic is in our water supply.  The World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2018 announced a review into the potential risks of plastic in drinking water after a new analysis of some of the world’s most popular bottled water brands found that more than 90% contained tiny pieces of plastic as you can see in the infographic below.

Sticking to tap water won't keep you away from microplastics.  Scientists in 2018 found microplastic in tap water around the world.

If you want to joke you'll drink beer instead of water, microplastics are in beer too.  2 years ago research found young fish eat plastic like kids eat junk food.  

Microplastics In Wildlife

And microplastic isn't just found in tap and bottled water, scientists have found evidence of plastic contamination in the stomachs of 80% of the freshwater fish in the Amazon they examined.  Scientists also did tests on more than 100 sea turtles—spanning three oceans and all seven species which revealed microplastics in the guts of every single turtle

If microplastics are in the Earth's water supply it's not just marine life that can be affected.  A decade of research including this study has found that the muscles and eggs of birds in the far-flung Aleutian Islands, a remote area of Alaska, contain endocrine-disrupting phthalates from plastics the animals have ingested, prompting Alaskan tribes to begin testing native foods for contamination.

Microplastics In Utero Affect Speech Development

According to WHO officials, there is no evidence that the consumption of microplastic fibers has an impact on human health, but it remains an emerging area of concern.  However contrary to that view, researchers have identified early childhood health impacts including speech and language developmental delays from prenatal exposures to phthalates found in plastic.

The article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Pediatrics is from the work of researchers in Sweden as well as the United States, including Rutgers University’s School of Public Health and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.

While prior research raised concerns about the substances’ impact on child neurodevelopment and other health issues, the companion Swedish and American studies are believed to shed new light on the chemicals’ potential for adverse impacts on early childhood speech development.  

The studies involved nearly 965 Swedish expectant mothers and 370 U.S. mothers-to-be who gave urine samples during the first trimester of pregnancy. The samples were tested for phthalates, a family of substances used to make plastics more flexible and durable, which are known to enter the environment and can be found in the air, food, and water. Phthalates can also be detected in blood, breast milk and even amniotic fluid.

When the U.S. children in the study were about 37 months old and the Swedish children were about 30 months old, their mothers were asked how many words their offspring used. Use of less than 50 words was considered a language delay.

Both studies found that about 10 percent of the children used 50 words or fewer, and nearly 3 percent understood fewer than 25 words. Two types of phthalates, dibutyl phthalate and butyl benzyl phthalate, were particularly linked to the verbal delays. Levels of two types of phthalates were found in higher concentrations in those mothers.

What can be done?

Get a whole house water filter.   One I found on this list, Home Master, for example, is a whole house water filter for under $400 dollars at Home Depot.  Check around and find one that seems best for your situation as there are numerous other options.  

More importantly, let's work together to recycle and find a solution for the plastic in our environment. Here's a creative and successful idea on how to solve the plastic problem along with poverty at the same time -by turning plastic into currency!

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, he entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a patented nutritional composition. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

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‘Ridiculously healthy’ elderly have the same gut microbiome as healthy 30 year-olds - overall microbiota composition of the healthy elderly group was similar to that of people decades younger, and that the gut microbiota differed little between individuals from the ages of 30 to over 100.  

We've known for a few years now that your gut’s what you eat, too Changing diet can quickly shift makeup of important microbes there, a Harvard study shows.

In one of the largest microbiota studies conducted in humans, researchers at Western University, Lawson Health Research Institute and Tianyi Health Science Institute in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China have shown a potential link between healthy aging and a healthy gut.

With the establishment of the China-Canada Institute, the researchers studied the gut bacteria in a cohort of more than 1,000 Chinese individuals in a variety of age-ranges from 3 to over 100 years-old who were self-selected to be extremely healthy with no known health issues and no family history of disease. The results showed a direct correlation between health and the microbes in the intestine.

“The aim is to bring novel microbiome diagnostic systems to populations, then use food and probiotics to try and improve biomarkers of health,” said Gregor Reid, PhD, professor at Western’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Scientist at Lawson Health Research Institute. “It begs the question – if you can stay active and eat well, will you age better, or is healthy aging predicated by the bacteria in your gut?”

The study, published this month in the journal mSphere, showed that the overall microbiota composition of the healthy elderly group was similar to that of people decades younger, and that the gut microbiota differed little between individuals from the ages of 30 to over 100.

“The main conclusion is that if you are ridiculously healthy and 90 years old, your gut microbiota is not that different from a healthy 30 year old in the same population,” said Greg Gloor, PhD, the principal investigator on the study and also a professor at Western’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Scientist at Lawson Health Research Institute. Whether this is cause or effect is unknown, but the study authors point out that it is the diversity of the gut microbiota that remained the same through their study group.

“This demonstrates that maintaining diversity of your gut as you age is a biomarker of healthy aging, just like low-cholesterol is a biomarker of a healthy circulatory system,” Gloor said. The researchers suggest that resetting an elderly microbiota to that of a 30-year-old might help promote health.

“By studying healthy people, we hope to know what we are striving for when people get sick,” said Reid.

The study also found a distinct anomaly in the group aged 19 to 24 that has not been observed in large-scale analyses of other populations and they suspect may be unique to this healthy cohort in China. The distinct gut microbiota of this group was a surprising finding and requires further study.

“The doctor of the future will no longer treat the human frame with drugs, but rather will cure and prevent disease with nutrition.” ~Thomas Edison

Journal Reference:
Gaorui Bian, Gregory B. Gloor, Aihua Gong, Changsheng Jia, Wei Zhang, Jun Hu, Hong Zhang, Yumei Zhang, Zhenqing Zhou, Jiangao Zhang, Jeremy P. Burton, Gregor Reid, Yongliang Xiao, Qiang Zeng, Kaiping Yang, Jiangang Li.
The Gut Microbiota of Healthy Aged Chinese Is Similar to That of the Healthy Young.
mSphere, 2017; 2 (5): e00327-17
DOI: 10.1128/mSphere.00327-17
Link 

Eat 'ridiculously healthy' with IQed Smart Nutrition, superior nutrition for everyone from 1 to 101+

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed^TM is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

Here are some tips to minimize any stress and maximize your time to provide your family a smart start for their day!

Smart Start Breakfast

For a quick and healthy breakfast mix 2 scoops of IQed into a blender cup with some water.  You can also mix a scoop or two of IQed into yogurt or oatmeal.  Another quick healthy breakfast idea is to mix a scoop of IQed with water and pour over cereal as the milk.  Sounds simple, however even if just mixed with water IQed provides complete full meal and vitamin replacement including 22 key natural vitamins and minerals, 9 ayurvedic botanicals including turmeric, soluble fiber, Omega 3's, and all the essential amino acids through its food ingredients.  

Smart Start Lunch

Prepare lunch the night before and store in your refrigerator.  On our IQed Pinterest board, we have a number of healthy lunch ideas here One fun idea is to mix Nutella with a scoop of IQed and smear on a soft tortilla.  Put a banana in the middle and roll up for a yummy and nutritious IQed chocolate banana tortilla!  One mother told us she packs her picky eater son an IQed shake in his lunchbox and he now has a healthy lunch daily.   Or try mixing IQed into your favorite flavored yogurt.  Rebakah K. says that the IQed adds the crust flavor making yogurt taste like pie!  And you can be assured you are serving your child quality food with IQed as all ingredients are certified as foods that are tested free of heavy metals, pesticides, and herbicides, stimulants, preservatives, genetically modified ingredients, or synthetic contaminants.  

Smart Start Snacks

Prepare some IQed snacks that can be used in the lunch box, or for on the go.   Cut up veggies and keep them in containers in the refrigerator.  Mix a scoop of IQed into your favorite veggie dip.  You can also bake your favorite veggies into chips!  Peel carrots into thick slices.  Toss in olive oil and salt and bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.  You can coat them with cinnamon sugar mixed with IQed.  A quick cookie idea is to mix a scoop of IQed with a tablespoon of peanut butter and raw honey to taste.  Form into cookies and place in the freezer to harden.   Placing healthy snacks in plain sight your family is more likely to grab and eat them.  Here are two boards from our Pinterest page which have some snack ideas we believe you and your family will love! One and Two. IQed is salicylates free and approved by the Feingold Association for the Feingold Diet

IQed is getting recognized by more medical doctors as superior nutrition for supporting brain and metabolic function and supporting sustained energy and focus, and a recent customer survey we will be sharing more about shortly reported an amazing 92 (?) percent customer satisfaction.  We hope that you will take advantage of our Welcome Back To School "IQed Smart Start" offer  You will find our dedication to continuing to produce superior nutrition for your family and our dedication to excellence has not changed.

IQed is endorsed by an award-winning medical doctor, conceptualized by a mom  We make IQed for our own family so know how important quality is.  Enjoy delicious and nutritious IQed and know that you are providing your family with a headstart to a great year.  

'Baby Mine'  In honor of mother's who are advocating for their babies everywhere.  Do you know the history behind the song Baby Mine?

Did you know that Dumbo is the only main character in all of the Disney movies made, that doesn't speak?  Did you know the song 'Baby Mine" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song at the 14th Academy Awards in 1942, and also listed on AFI's "100 Years... 100 Songs" as one of America's greatest film songs?   

Do you know the backstory to the song 'Baby Mine'?  Dumbo's mother loses her temper at a group of boys for tormenting Dumbo and is locked up and deemed mad. Dumbo is shunned by the other elephants and with no mother to care for him, he is now alone.  Dumbo visits his mom is "prison" and when he starts to cry 'Baby Mine' is the song she sings to comfort her son.  (and when we all start tearing up) 

'Baby Mine'  In honor of mother's who are advocating for their babies everywhere - a great movie for children of all ages to watch today curled up on the couch with some IQed, popcorn, and your mom.  

Happy Mothers Day!

References

1. "The 14th Academy Awards (1942) Nominees and Winners". oscars.org. Archived from the original on 6 July 2011. Retrieved 2011-08-13.
2. "100 Years... 100 Songs" (PDF). American Film Institute. 2005. Retrieved 6 March 2014

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed^TM is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

It’s a big world, but IQed has it covered. All natural IQed is proudly made in an FDA cGMP facility in the USA, and shipped to you directly nationally or internationally

The IQed website offers coupon codes as well as promotions like The IQed Test and the discount membership program Club IQed.   On the IQed website, you can also find a handpicked selection of Nordic Natural's (NN) professional line of fish oils at a discount price featuring NN ProEFA 369 and NN ProEPA.   Even though you can get IQed on Amazon, through the IQed website you can conveniently get both IQed and your NN ProEFA 369 together!

In addition to online purchase, there are select medical doctor offices that distribute IQed for their patients as superior nutrition. If your MD is interested in carrying IQed in the office please share with them that IQed offers Wholesale Pricing For Doctor Offices

From Our IQed Family To Yours, With Love

Domestic Shipping

We have worked with our fulfillment center to provide you with the most efficient and up to date shipping to further reduce your costs and bring the superior nutrition of IQed to you quicker.  We will continue to seek the best options available for shipping.

International Shipping

There are a number of options for shipping outside the US.  Try the following and see which works out the best for where you live.  You won't have to complete the order to get a shipping quote.

• Regular checkout (USPS, FedEx etc)
• Global checkout which will take you through comGateway
• Shipping service such as one of these we have on this page International Shipping Options  We only provide a list of shipping providers as a courtesy but if you find one online outside of that list that you prefer please use that one and let us know so we can add it to the page!

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We are confident that if you try IQed you'll love it too!  We wish to continue to produce the superior nutrition IQed provides for our own families and yours so #getIQed today!

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed^TM is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed^TM is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

Why not get the best of both worlds when it comes to your nutrition? The wisdom of the east together with the science from the west =IQed!

Healthy Foods and Wisdom From the East

From what I’ve heard from parents from India, most eat a very healthy with little to no processed foods. In addition, many of the Ayurvedic foods in IQed^TM such as Turmeric, Amalaki, Haritaki, Gymnema, Green Tea, Guggul, Cocoa, Cinnamon, and Cayenne Pepper are everyday foods found in “any good Indian kitchen” and consumed daily as they have been for thousands of years.

Some of these ayurvedic botanicals such as the fruit Amalaki, also known as Indian Gooseberry, is difficult to find in the west for those that love it. In the east, there are numerous reasons the healthy leaves, fruits, and roots of various plants and trees have been used for thousands of years as part of the daily diet. These botanical foods have not only used as part of a healthy diet but have been used as Mother Nature’s medicine, which is called Ayurveda. Ayurveda is five thousand years old, and the world's oldest medicine. Click Here For A Crash Course In Ayurveda

From Mom Pallavi from India 

"Whey isolate protein, as I know, is not a part of regular Indian diet as we prefer freshly cooked, home manufactured food over store bought, frozen food. It’s a way of life as owning a refrigerator was still a luxury to lots of household in India till fairly recently. Even now only in Metros, we find people buying frozen food or cookies and cereals. (Indian breakfast/ consists of whole wheat, rice or the various versions of millet ) But funnily enough In India when babies are almost a month they start making them lick these very Ayurveda foods found in IQed^TM in the form of paste which is supposed to help them in speech, awakening their taste buds ,helping the symmetry of right and left brains etc. all most every child goes through this, even my daughter had it for 6 months” 

Healthy Food and Science From The West 

Today in the west these same Ayurvedic foods have been clinically validated for various health benefits. 

Most of us from the west know what whey isolate protein is. The whey isolate protein in IQed^TM is 100% casein free and all natural. Just as you may have only looked at Guggul as a misspelling of a search engine, whey isolate protein is not commonly known or used by many in India. 

One mom told me that while milk is used in India, whey isolate protein is not. She said, "As you rightly said, most of the things in IQed^TM are used in any good Indian kitchen on almost a daily basis, except whey isolate protein. What exactly is the combo which is in IQed^TM is an enigma." 

What’s important to note to even if someone is using milk that 80% of milk is casein, only 20% of milk is whey. 

East + West = IQed

IQed^TM is a brilliant healthy, synergistic blending of the wisdom of the east together with the science from the west. 

All natural IQed^TM is whole food nutrition that provides per serving over 22 key natural vitamins and minerals, soluble fiber, Omega 3's, carotenoids and flavonoids, including lutein, and zeaxanthin, and all the Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and essential amino acids from the natural, casein free undenatured whey isolate protein isolateIt is approved by the Feingold Association for the Feingold diet

By now you probably know based on numerous studies that ayurvedic foods are very healthy for you.  What you may not be aware of is that most ayurvedic botanicals are slow growing and many OTC ayurvedic botanicals, especially organic, are high in heavy metals.  Click Here To Learn More About Heavy Metals In Organic Food  Unless you purchase a product that specifically states their botanicals are tested free of heavy metals, you will not know how much lead, copper, tin, zinc, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury you are also consuming. The amount of arsenic and copper present in the organic turmeric brands from one study, for example, was proved to be harmful to health.

All ingredients in IQed^TM are food and tested free of heavy metals, hormones, pesticides and herbicides, stimulants, preservatives, genetically modified ingredients or synthetic contaminants.  This includes all of the ayurvedic foods Turmeric, Amalaki, Haritaki, Gymnema, Green Tea, Guggul, Cocoa, Cinnamon, and Cayenne Pepper

In addition to providing 100% of all the essential nutrients required daily, all natural IQed^TM  contains a proprietary, potent, adaptogenic, phytonutrient, antioxidant ayurvedic blend rich in natural prebiotics and antivirals that support the brain, metabolic and immune system.  IQed^TM is salicylates free and approved by the Feingold Association for the Feingold Diet. IQed^TM is pharmaceutical grade, GFCF, lacto-vegetarian, and contains a premier blend of nutritious, high potency foods that have been researched and sourced from Eastern and Western cultures.

Turmeric [Curcuma Longa] Turmeric is one of the most well-known, widely researched, and commonly used Ayurvedic spices in the world.  Turmeric is often combined with amalaki because of the duo’s potency and power. Turmeric works to boost cardiovascular health by purifying the blood, regulating blood sugar levels, supporting healthy insulin levels, and promoting a healthy inflammatory response in the body.  It is among the world's healthiest foods and has been shown to have a number of health benefits. An active ingredient is curcumin which is believed to have a wide range of good effects on health, memory, cognition, and overall healthy brain function,  Studies have found that turmeric is an adaptogen based on the ability to support the body’s immune system, antioxidant function as well as helping the body to maintain healthy levels of Corticosterone.  Turmeric promotes a healthy heart and liver, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and supports your immune system,   Turmeric is an excellent source of both iron and manganese. It is also a good source of vitamin B6, dietary fiber, copper, and potassium. Phytonutrients in turmeric include curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, tumerones, and tumenorols.  Turmeric is a natural prebiotic and increases the activity of digestive enzymes.  Turmeric has antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.

Amalaki [Emblica officinalis]  Amalaki has been revered for over 5,000 years in Ayurveda for its rejuvenating properties which is why it's the most commonly used ingredient of most Ayurvedic preparations in some form or the other.  Amalaki detoxifies and rejuvenates the digestive system and GI tract, and reduces acidity. Amalaki is naturally abundant in antioxidants that help reduce free radicals and boost immune response.  Amalaki is a potent rejuvenative that nourishes the tissues and gently removes natural toxins. Amalaki also cleanses the colon, eliminating excess toxins and heat while supporting healthy bowel movements.All together this superfood promotes energy and vitality, supports immune function, promotes the digestive system, stabilizes blood sugar levels, and has an overall rejuvenating effect on the body.   Amalaki also contains a high concentration of amino acids, trace minerals, and other beneficial phytonutrients.   Amalaki is known for its extreme adaptogenic and immune support and has antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties

. Haritaki [Terminalia chebula] Haritaki has been regarded very highly from ancient times by traditional healers and it is rightly called the mother of herbs. In Sanskrit, Haritaki means “carries away” (all diseases). The date-like haritaki fruit serves as a gentle and effective detoxifying agent for the body. Through its astringent taste, the haritaki stimulates the metabolic fire of the cells  Probably due to its antioxidant properties haritaki is known as an adaptogen.  Haritaki is the polyphenolic/phytonutrient-rich fruit of the Terminalia Chebula tree. Haritaki is a safe and effective purgative, expectorant and tonic.  It is widely used in ayurvedic as a rejuvenating agent as well as to help with the metabolic system.  Haritaki promotes health through successive steps of purification and detoxification. Supporting the body's natural cleansing process, it increases digestive enzymes and gently removes accumulated natural toxins in the gastrointestinal tract. As a rejuvenative, it supports the proper function of the colon,

Gymnema [Gymnema sylvestre]  Gymnema has been used by Ayurvedic healers to help support healthy blood sugar levels for thousands of years. Gymnemia is an Ayurvedic herb promoting healthy metabolic function. Gymnema contains many powerful phytonutrients including triterpenoids which have adaptogenic qualities that enhance the body’s ability to respond to stress  Used for nearly 2,000 years in Ayurvedic tradition, historically Gymnema is called “the sugar destroyer” because of its ability to interfere with the absorbability of sugar in the mouth and in the intestinal tract.  Recent studies have found that Gymnema Sylvestre demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, and contains phytonutrients that support the normalization of blood glucose levels and the production of insulin to within normal ranges.  Gymnemia has antiviral and antimicrobial properties.

 Chia [Salvia] Historically chia was revered for their high energy and eaten as a staple by Aztecs and Mayans. It is reported that 1 tablespoon of chia could sustain an Aztec warrior for 24 hours  There’s even some evidence to suggest that chia was so valuable to Aztecs that they were traded as currency.  Extremely high in antioxidants and zinc, among other phytonutrients, chia, known as an adaptogen with its immune-boosting properties are tiny but potent.  Two notable properties of chia is that it supports deep hydration and is an excellent source of high-quality fiber.  Eating chia seeds regularly can also help quell inflammation, and have a powerful free radical scavenging ability. Chia is also a natural source of omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs), particularly alpha-linolenic acid. Omega-3 EFAs are polyunsaturated "good" fats. They're "essential" because the body needs them for complete health, yet it cannot produce them on its own, and therefore they must be acquired through diet or supplementation. Omega-3 fatty acids also help support the heart and general cardiovascular system health. In fact, chia is known to be one of the richest sources of the essential Omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid. Chia contains up to three to ten times the Omega- content of most normal grains and contains at least twice the content of protein in most grains. Chia, the forgotten food of the ancient Aztecs is also rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, and it's a natural prebiotic. It is for this reason that Chia Seeds are often referred to as a "superfood".

Cocoa [Theobroma Cacao] Cocoa beans were used as currency as well as the drink of the elite by ancient Mesoamerican civilizations.  The use of cocoa as a store of value persisted even into colonial times.  Modern research has discovered that cocoa is good for blood vessel health and packs some of nature’s most powerful phytonutrients called cocoa flavanols to help our body stay in tune.  The flavanols have  been linked in studies with improved memory and thinking skills.  Numerous scientific studies have demonstrated that these cocoa flavanols promote healthy blood flow from head to toe. Our heart, brain, and muscles depend on a healthy circulatory system. It helps us feel our best and perform at our highest. And supporting healthy blood flow is essential to helping you maintain who you are for years to come.  Cocoa powder, loaded with adaptogens, contains catechins, Cacao, epicatechin, theobromine,  and the polymers procyanidins, polyphenols all excellent antioxidants. Cocoa has more phenolic phytochemicals and a higher antioxidant capacity than teas and red wine Studies have found that cocoa helps boost the growth of beneficial probiotics in the gut, and is therefore considered a prebiotic along with an antioxidant.

Cinnamon [Cinnamomum verum]

Cayenne [Capsicum annuum]

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

IQed^TM is being planned for both preclinical and clinical studies 

Patented all-natural IQed® is a combination of good essential nutrition and holistic Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine designed during the ancient Vedic times of India to promote good health, long life, and disease prevention.

 Doctors have widely used Ayurveda for 5000 years, and translates to “Science of Life;” Ayus = Life, Veda = knowledge/science.  

All ingredients in IQed are food tested and free of heavy metals, hormones, pesticides and herbicides, stimulants, preservatives, genetically modified ingredients or synthetic contaminants.  This includes all of the ayurvedic foods Turmeric, Amalaki, Haritaki, Gymnema, Green Tea, Guggul, Cocoa, Cinnamon, and Cayenne Pepper

In addition to providing 100% of all the essential nutrients required daily, all-natural IQed contains a proprietary, potent, adaptogenic, phytonutrient, antioxidant ayurvedic blend rich in natural prebiotics and antivirals that support the brain, metabolic and immune system. 

Turmeric [Curcuma Longa] Turmeric is one of the world's most well-known, widely researched, and commonly used Ayurvedic spices.  Turmeric is often combined with Amalaki because of the duo’s potency and power. Turmeric works to boost cardiovascular health by purifying the blood, regulating blood sugar levels, supporting healthy insulin levels, and promoting a healthy inflammatory response in the body.  It is among the world's healthiest foods and has been shown to have a number of health benefits. An active ingredient is curcumin which is believed to have a wide range of good effects on health, memory, cognition, and overall healthy brain function,  Studies have found that turmeric is an adaptogen based on the ability to support the body’s immune system, antioxidant function as well as helping the body to maintain healthy levels of Corticosterone.  Turmeric promotes a healthy heart and liver, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and supports your immune system,   Turmeric is an excellent source of both iron and manganese. It is also a good source of vitamin B6, dietary fiber, copper, and potassium. Phytonutrients in turmeric include curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, turmerones, and tumenorols.  Turmeric is a natural prebiotic and increases the activity of digestive enzymes.  Turmeric has antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.

Amalaki [Emblica officinalis]  Amalaki has been revered for over 5,000 years in Ayurveda for its rejuvenating properties which are why it's the most commonly used ingredient of most Ayurvedic preparations in some form or the other.  Amalaki detoxifies and rejuvenates the digestive system and GI tract, and reduces acidity. Amalaki is naturally abundant in antioxidants that help reduce free radicals and boost immune response.  Amalaki is a potent rejuvenative that nourishes the tissues and gently removes natural toxins. Amalaki also cleanses the colon, eliminating excess toxins and heat while supporting healthy bowel movements. Altogether, this superfood promotes energy and vitality, supports immune function, promotes the digestive system, stabilizes blood sugar levels, and has an overall rejuvenating effect on the body.   Amalaki also contains a high concentration of amino acids, trace minerals, and other beneficial phytonutrients.   Amalaki is known for its extreme adaptogenic and immune support and has antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties

. Haritaki [Terminalia chebula] Haritaki has been regarded very highly from ancient times by traditional healers and it is rightly called the mother of herbs. In Sanskrit, Haritaki means “carries away” (all diseases). The date-like haritaki fruit is a gentle and effective detoxifying agent for the body. Through its astringent taste, the haritaki stimulates the metabolic fire of the cells  Probably due to its antioxidant properties haritaki is known as an adaptogen.  Haritaki is the polyphenolic/phytonutrient-rich fruit of the Terminalia Chebula tree. Haritaki is a safe and effective purgative, expectorant and tonic.  It is widely used in Ayurvedic as a rejuvenating agent as well as to help with the metabolic system.  Haritaki promotes health through successive steps of purification and detoxification. Supporting the body's natural cleansing process, it increases digestive enzymes and gently removes accumulated natural toxins in the gastrointestinal tract. As a rejuvenative, it supports the proper function of the colon,

Gymnema [Gymnema sylvestre]  Gymnema has been used by Ayurvedic healers to help support healthy blood sugar levels for thousands of years. Gymnema is an Ayurvedic herb promoting healthy metabolic function. Gymnema contains many powerful phytonutrients including triterpenoids which have adaptogenic qualities that enhance the body’s ability to respond to stress  Used for nearly 2,000 years in Ayurvedic tradition, historically Gymnema is called “the sugar destroyer” because of its ability to interfere with the absorbability of sugar in the mouth and in the intestinal tract.  Recent studies have found that Gymnema Sylvestre demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, and contains phytonutrients that support the normalization of blood glucose levels and the production of insulin to within normal ranges.  Gymnema has antiviral and antimicrobial properties.

 Chia [Salvia] Historically chia was revered for their high energy and eaten as a staple by Aztecs and Mayans. It is reported that 1 tablespoon of chia could sustain an Aztec warrior for 24 hours  There’s even some evidence to suggest that chia was so valuable to Aztecs that they were traded as currency.  Extremely high in antioxidants and zinc, among other phytonutrients, chia, known as an adaptogen with its immune-boosting properties are tiny but potent.  Two notable properties of chia are that it supports deep hydration and is an excellent source of high-quality fiber.  Eating chia seeds regularly can also help quell inflammation, and have a powerful free radical scavenging ability. Chia is also a natural source of omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs), particularly alpha-linolenic acid. Omega-3 EFAs are polyunsaturated "good" fats. They're "essential" because the body needs them for complete health, yet it cannot produce them on its own, and therefore they must be acquired through diet or supplementation. Omega-3 fatty acids also help support the heart and general cardiovascular system health. In fact, chia is known to be one of the richest sources of the essential Omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid. Chia contains up to three to ten times the Omega- content of most normal grains and contains at least twice the content of protein in most grains. Chia, the forgotten food of the ancient Aztecs is also rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, and it's a natural prebiotic. It is for this reason that Chia Seeds are often referred to as a "superfood".

Cocoa [Theobroma Cacao] Cocoa beans were used as currency as well as the drink of the elite by ancient Mesoamerican civilizations.  The use of cocoa as a store of value persisted even into colonial times.  Modern research has discovered that cocoa is good for blood vessel health and packs some of nature’s most powerful phytonutrients called cocoa flavanols to help our body stay in tune.  The flavanols have been linked in studies with improved memory and thinking skills.  Numerous scientific studies have demonstrated that these cocoa flavanols promote healthy blood flow from head to toe. Our heart, brain, and muscles depend on a healthy circulatory system. It helps us feel our best and perform at our highest. And supporting healthy blood flow is essential to helping you maintain who you are for years to come.  Cocoa powder, loaded with adaptogens, contains catechins, Cacao, epicatechin, theobromine,  and the polymers procyanidins, polyphenols all excellent antioxidants. Cocoa has more phenolic phytochemicals and a higher antioxidant capacity than teas and red wine Studies have found that cocoa helps boost the growth of beneficial probiotics in the gut, and is therefore considered a prebiotic along with an antioxidant.

Cinnamon [Cinnamomum verum]

Cayenne [Capsicum annuum]

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LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor, and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children, she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation, co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

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A new study found that your junk food cravings are triggered by just thinking about being low class showing that a link between socioeconomic and poor nutrition may partly be in the mind.

When researchers merely suggested to study volunteers to consider themselves low-class, they were more likely to prefer, choose, and eat larger amounts of food, as well as higher-calorie foods. The findings, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, speculate that the mental glitch may be an evolutionary holdover intended to boost survival by compensating for a lack of social and material resources since the same results have been seen in a variety of animals,from birds and rodents to nonhuman primates.  For humans, the findings suggest that we may not be able to tackle obesity by just improving access to healthier foods and promoting exercise.

The authors conclude, “These findings suggest that mindsets of deprivation and low social standing may be critically linked to obesity risk via increased intake of calories,”

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Abstract

Among social animals, subordinate status or low social rank is associated with increased caloric intake and weight gain. This may reflect an adaptive behavioral pattern that promotes acquisition of caloric resources to compensate for low social resources that may otherwise serve as a buffer against environmental demands. Similarly, diet-related health risks like obesity and diabetes are disproportionately more prevalent among people of low socioeconomic resources. Whereas this relationship may be associated with reduced financial and material resources to support healthier lifestyles, it remains unclear whether the subjective experience of low socioeconomic status may alone be sufficient to stimulate consumption of greater calories. Here we show that the mere feeling of lower socioeconomic status relative to others stimulates appetite and food intake. Across four studies, we found that participants who were experimentally induced to feel low (vs. high or neutral) socioeconomic status subsequently exhibited greater automatic preferences for high-calorie foods (e.g., pizza, hamburgers), as well as intake of greater calories from snack and meal contexts. Moreover, these results were observed even in the absence of differences in access to financial resources. Our results demonstrate that among humans, the experience of low social class may contribute to preferences and behaviors that risk excess energy intake. These findings suggest that psychological and physiological systems regulating appetite may also be sensitive to subjective feelings of deprivation for critical nonfood resources (e.g., social standing). Importantly, efforts to mitigate the socioeconomic gradient in obesity may also need to address the psychological experience of low social status. Source Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor,and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation,co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines, and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

Carotenoids, the same compounds that give plants and vegetables their vibrant colors might be able to bolster cognition and brain functioning in older adults, according to a recent study from the University of Georgia.

The research from the department of psychology is the first to use fMRI technology to investigate how levels of those compounds affect brain activity and showed that study participants with lower levels had to rely on more brain power to complete memory-oriented tasks.

People get these compounds, known as carotenoids, from their diets, and two of them-lutein and zeaxanthin, found naturally through the foods in IQed -have been shown in previous research to bolster eye and cognitive health in older adults. What isn't known is the neural mechanisms underlying the relationship between these compounds and cognition, said Cutter Lindbergh, first author of the study and a doctoral candidate in the psychology department in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences.

"If you can show that in fact there's a real mechanism behind this, then you could potentially use these nutritional supplements or changes in diet, and you could easily intervene and potentially improve cognition in older adults," said L. Stephen Miller, a professor of psychology and corresponding author of the study.

With Miller's help, Lindbergh used fMRI technology, also known as functional MRI, to gauge the brain activity of more than 40 adults between 65 and 86 years old while they attempted to recall word pairings they were taught earlier. The researchers then analyzed brain activity while the participants were in the machine, finding that those individuals with higher levels of lutein and zeaxanthin didn't require as much brain activity to complete the task.

The researchers determined the level of the compounds in two ways: through serum samples, which are done using a blood sample, and through retinal levels that are measured using noninvasive flicker photometry, which relies on lights to determine levels of the compounds in the eye.

"There's a natural deterioration process that occurs in the brain as people age, but the brain is great at compensating for that," Lindbergh said. "One way it compensates is by calling on more brain power to get a job done so it can maintain the same level of cognitive performance."

In this study, people with lower levels of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin had to use more brain power and relied more heavily on different parts of the brain in order to remember the word pairings they were taught. People with higher levels of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin found naturally through the foods in IQed , on the other hand, were able to minimize the amount of brain activity necessary to complete the task. In other words, they were more "neurally efficient."

"It's in the interest of society to look at ways to buffer these decline processes to prolong functional independence in older adults," Lindbergh said. "Changing diets or adding supplements to increase lutein and zeaxanthin levels might be one strategy to help with that."

The study showed no relationship between the levels of the compounds and the number of words participants could recall, but this finding, while somewhat unexpected, demonstrated how the brain went into overdrive to compensate for any diminished cognitive functioning.

"On the surface, it looked like everyone was doing the same thing and recalling the same words," Lindbergh said, "but when you pop the hood and look at what's actually going on in the brain, there are significant differences related to their carotenoid levels."

The participants weren't randomly selected and the total sample size is small, but the amount of variation in brain functioning within the group was significant.

The next step for the researchers is to study whether interventions like changing one's diet to include more vegetables containing the carotenoids or by adding nutritional supplements could boost individuals' neurocognitive performance.

The study, "Relationship of lutein and zeaxanthin levels to neurocognitive functioning: An fMRI study of older adults," was published in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society. The research was funded in part by Abbott Nutritional Products and the University of Georgia's Bio-Imaging Research Center. The study is available online.

Catherine Mewborn, professor Billy Hammond and lecturer Lisa Renzi-Hammond, all from the University of Georgia's psychology department, co-authored the study. Joanne Curran-Celentano, a professor at the University of New Hampshire, was also a co-author.  Source

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor,and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation,co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines, and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

A number of studies have suggested a diet high in protein can aid weight loss. Now, researchers have shed light on the underlying mechanisms of this association, which may open the door to new preventive and treatment strategies for obesity. Researchers have learned more about how protein-rich foods affect appetite and weight.

In a new pilot study, researchers from Imperial College London in the United Kingdom reveal how phenylalanine - an amino acid produced by the digestion of protein - boosts levels of a hormone that tells us when we are full, leading to reduced food intake.

Lead author Mariana Norton will present the findings at this week's Society for Endocrinology annual meeting in the U.K.

Previous studies have shown that a diet high in protein - essential nutrients found in foods such as milk, including the casein free whey in IQed, fish, eggs, and poultry  - can help reduce body weight by suppressing appetite.

According to Norton and her team, a high-protein diet can be hard to adhere to, but uncovering the mechanisms by which protein curbs hunger could lead to simpler weight-loss strategies.

How phenylalanine leads to weight loss

For their study, the researchers conducted a series of experiments on rodents, which involved testing the effects of phenylalanine.

Phenylalanine is an enzyme produced in the gut after consumption of foods rich in protein.

Firstly, the team gave 10 mice and rats a single dose of phenylalanine and compared them with rodents that were not given the enzyme.

The researchers found that mice and rats given phenylalanine showed increased levels of the hormone GLP-1, which suppresses appetite, but reduced levels of the hormone ghrelin, which increases hunger.

Additionally, the researchers found that phenylalanine reduced the rodents' food intake and increased weight loss. Rats that received the enzyme also moved around more, which the team notes may have contributed to their weight loss.

Next, the team administered regular doses of phenylalanine to mice with diet-induced obesity over a 7-day period.

Compared with mice that were not treated with phenylalanine, those that received the enzyme showed a reduction in weight, the researchers report.

Phenylalanine stimulates CaSR receptor to reduce appetite

In a final experiment, the researchers sought to gain a better understanding of the mechanisms by which phenylalanine affects levels of GLP-1 and ghrelin.

On applying phenylalanine to gut cells in a petri dish, the team found that the enzyme targets a receptor called the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR), and it is this receptor that increases GLP-1 levels and lowers levels of ghrelin.

Obesity has become a major public health concern in the United States; around 2 in 3 adults and 1 in 6 children and adolescents are considered obese, putting them at greater risk of health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and some types of cancer.

According to Norton and her team, their findings may fuel much-needed new strategies to tackle the obesity epidemic.

"Our work is the first to demonstrate that activating CaSR can suppress appetite. It highlights the potential use of phenylalanine or other molecules which stimulate CaSR - like drugs or food components - to prevent or treat obesity."~Mariana Norton

The researchers note that further studies are needed to pinpoint the exact mechanisms by which phenylalanine can curb hunger and aid weight loss, and future research should assess whether the enzyme poses the same appetite-suppressing effects in humans

Yummy high protein IQed smoothie recipe

• Half frozen banana
• 1 or 2 large fresh or frozen strawberries
• Half a cup chopped pineapple (fresh or frozen)
• 2 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
• 6 ounces of water or almond milk
• 2 scoops of IQed

Add to blender (Nutrabullet, Ninja) and puree until smooth.  Enjoy!

Here's a comprehensive article from Positive Health Wellness about easy-to-do high protein diet recipes to try

 References

• L. Phenylalanine modulates gut hormone release, and suppresses food intake in rodents via the Calcium Sensing Receptor, Mariana Norton, presented at the Society for Endocrinology annual meeting, 7-9 November 2016.
• Society for Endocrinology news release, accessed 7 November 2016.
• Additional source: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Overweight and obesity statistics, accessed 7 November 2016.

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor,and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation,co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines, and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

New research suggests altering our eating habits for the good of the environment.  IQed is not only superior nutrition, but it's also eco-friendly!

"Sustainable" is a buzzword used about food today, and signifies our population's growing commitment to environmental ethics.  Choosing foods that will help lower greenhouse gas emissions may not sound as sexy as "sustainable", but scientists explain calculated the carbon footprint of the food we eat, so  you can cook your next meal (including your Thanksgiving meal) without cooking the planet. 

Fruits, grains, and vegetables had the smallest carbon footprints, followed by nuts and beans. Among animal proteins, chicken, pork, and fish offer the greenest options, while lamb and beef are the least eco-friendly. New research suggests altering our eating habits for the good of the environment.  IQed is not only superior nutrition, but it's also eco-friendly!

The greenhouse gas emissions dataset by researchers at RMIT University and Lancaster University will help consumers as well as professinoal chefs calculate the environmental impact of the food they eat and the menus they serve.  RMIT's Associate Professor Karli Verghese and Dr Enda Crossin, working with Lancaster's Dr Stephen Clune, have identified a clear greenhouse gas emissions hierarchy emerging across food categories.

The authors had worked with a residential age care organisation to develop a sustainability strategy to help reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. This started their attempt to understand more clearly the global warming potential of differing foods.

The aim of the study was to develop a dataset to support consumers and restaurants in calculating the impact of their ingredients and menus.  The paper reviewed 369 published studies that provided 1718 global warming potential values for 168 varieties of fresh produce including vegetables, fruit, dairy products, staples, meat, chicken and fish.

The authors have produced a simple list to illustrate how much - or how little - it takes for different foods to contribute a kilogram of greenhouse gas emissions.

On average, 1kg of greenhouse gas emissions =

• 5.8kg of onions (about 50 medium onions)
• 3.5kg of apples (about 20 medium apples)
• 2.6kg oats
• 1kg lentils
• 1.2kg of peanuts
• 800ml of milk/whey
• 290g of salmon
• 290g of eggs (about 5 small eggs)
• 270g of chicken
• 244g of kangaroo
• 212g of rabbit
• 174g of pork (world average)
• 38g of beef (world average)
• 40g of lamb (world average)

Associate Professor Karli Verghese said the study was the largest and most comprehensive examination of its kind, providing the first global league table for fresh food.

"We wanted to help people make informed choices, to empower consumers and people working in the food industry who would like to reduce their environmental impact," Verghese said.

"With this full picture of the greenhouse gas impact of different foods, people can reliably work out more sustainable diets and menus for themselves and for their customers.  It is possible to substitute red meat (beef and lamb) with other meats, or plant-based protein sources such as lentils and nuts that have a lower impact.

The paper,is published this week in the Journal of Cleaner Production.

Happy Thanksgiving!

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor,and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation,co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines, and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

LISA GENG

Mom Conceptualist For IQed

Lisa Geng got her start as a designer, patented inventor,and creator in the fashion, toy, and film industries, but after the early diagnosis of her young children she entered the world of nonprofit, pilot studies, and advocacy. As the mother of two “late talkers,” she is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHERAB Foundation,co-author of the acclaimed book, The Late Talker, (St Martin’s Press 2003), and is instrumental in the development of IQed, a whole food nutrition meal replacement. Lisa currently serves as a parent advocate on an AAN board for vaccines, and is a member of CUE through Cochrane US. Lisa is currently working on a second book, The Late Talker Grows Up and serves as a Late Talkers, Silent Voices executive producer. She lives on the Treasure Coast of Florida.

Simple Math

1 Years Old  =One  8 Ounce glass of water or 8 Ounces Total

2 Years Old = Two 8 Ounce glasses of water or 16 Ounces Total

3 Years Old =Three 8 Ounce Glasses of Water or 23 Ounces Total

Etc. up to 

8 Years Old = Eight 8 Ounce Glasses of Water Or 64 Ounces Total.

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