Guest guest Posted May 10, 2004 Report Share Posted May 10, 2004 Cancer Cell *Mutation*- Hydrogenated Oil Link Tuesday, Oct. 20th, 1998, Oprah Winfrey's show with Dr. Bob Arnot commented on the link between hydrogenated oils and breast cancer. Studies report there is a 40% increase in breast cancers among women ingesting hydrogenated oils. Hydrogenated oils and trans fatty acids are both problematic. Over 100 research studies show how harmful these oils are. The Commercial Edible Food Industry has " suppressed " these findings for sometime. Hydrogenated oils are molecularly changed oils that are *toxic* to the human body. Soon after food manufacturers started using hydrogenated oils in their products, substantial increases in several diseases occurred within years. Mother nature dictates very simply the nutrients the human body needs for proper functioning. . Essential fatty acids are very important nutrients the body needs for many obvious reasons. Dr. Joanna Budwig, a West German biochemist was one of the first to shed light on the important role of essential fatty acids. She is recognized as one of the world's leading authority on fats and oils. Essential fatty acids are the building blocks of fats. They play important roles in the human body and affect every major organ, cell membrane growth and immune system function. Natural occurring essential fatty acids changes the fluidity of cell membranes. This is important in the way healthy immune cells develop. There are three important essential fatty acids needed by the human body. They are linoleic (omega-6 type), linoleic acid N (omega-4 type) and alpha-linolenic N (omega-3 type). The human body cannot produce EFA'S. It is dependent on acquiring them from plant or fish oils in the proper ratios. It is from these essential fatty acids that the body synthesizes long chain-fatty acids such as dihomogammalinolenic acid, (DGLA), apentaenoic acid, (EPA), arachidonic acid, (AA) and docosahexaenoic acid, (DHA). These acids play a dual role. They form cell " membranes " which affect the function of the cells. The research data shows that hydrogenated oils form trans fatty acids which the body simply does not *recognize*. As a result the body does not tend to synthesize them properly. If the body does not acquire natural occurring essential fatty acids, (non-hydrogenated oils), the body does not form healthy normal cells. Instead, abnormal cells are produced. In North America, the diet is and has been sorely lacking for over 40 years in Omega-3's essential fatty acids. The western diet has been reduced to 1 part Omega-3's, (LNA,EPA,DHA essential fatty acids), to more than 12 parts of Omega-6's, (LA,AA). All of the fatty acids are required in the proper ratio of Omega-3's to Omega-6's. They regulate proper diuresis, proper salt retention, and most importantly, PROPER CELL DIVISION AND GROWTH. If proper cell division and growth is lacking, the end result is cancer or auto immune disease. The problem is, many Americans don't eat enough cold water fish with the Omega-3 type oils. The western type diet has many more Omega 6 type essential fatty acids present in refined, processed oils, mayos and other unnatural fats. Consumers have been getting an improper balance of Omega- 6's in the form of molecularly *changed* 'hydrogenated " oils and fats The first patent for the hydrogenation process was obtained in 1903 by William Norman. It was in this same year that Proctor and Gamble came out with Crisco oil. Crisco is a combination of hydrogenated palm, cottonseed oil, with lard and animal fats. People then were not purchasing it, so P & G started giving it away,... literally. In 1911, Mazola oil, a salad and cooking corn oil was also introduced (Mazola is another refined oil extremely high in harmful omega-6s). Trans-fatty acids alter the normal transport of minerals and other nutrients across cell membranes. This *weakens* the protective structure and function of the cell membrane. Hydrogenated gas is fused into the oils using a metal catalyst, aluminum, cobalt, and nickel. Without the use of *metals*, hydrogen could not be *fused* into the oils. This fusion takes place under pressure at temperatures of 248-410 degrees... the oils are changed molecularly. When you compare this altered essential fatty acid that has been changed into trans- fatty acids, it closely resembles the molecular structure of Stearic Acid. Stearic Acid is used in the making of candles. It tends to make them hard. Could it have the same affect on our arteries as well???????. Hydrogenated oil is a " preservative " , and a *deadly* one. During 1973 to 1994, there was a 22% increase in cancer. This information is available at the National Institutes of Health. More unsettling is that from 1973 to 1992, there was a 31% increase, an additional 9% increase from the previous years. Heart disease is claiming over 750,000 lives each year. The fusing of metals such as aluminum into these oils could very well be the reason why high levels of aluminum are detected in elderly people. We know about aluminum and Alzehimers. Non radioactive cobalt, the kind used as a catalyst in these oils is a component of vitamin B12. Studies suggest that this type of cobalt causes cell destruction and nerve disorders. In addition, the fatty acids have been changed molecularly so the body doesn't know how to properly metabolize them. Hydrogenated Oils and TOXICITY! Dr. Mary G. Enig is one of the leading authorities on hydrogenated oils toxic effects on the human body. She presents the negative effects hydrogenated oils and trans-fatty acids have on the human body. The study showed many undesirable effects. Dr. Martin Katan from Holland found that trans fatty acids lowers the lipoprotein (HDL)- the good cholesterol and raises the lipoprotein LDL- bad cholesterol. Dr. Walter Willett, Chairman of Nutrition at Harvard Medical, published a paper with a 14 year study involving 85,000 nurses. It clearly shows that those consuming trans-fatty acids have the highest rate of heart disease. Other researchers such as Dr. Henry Blackburn, professor at the University of Minnesota, Dr. William Castelli, Director of the Framingham Cardiovascular Institute have the same findings. European countries limit trans-fatty acids to 4% in food, some ban them completely. Dr. Ancel Keys published an essay proving that hydrogenated oils are responsible for heart disease. Interesting is the fact that Phillip Morris, the largest tobacco company owns Kraft Foods. Resarch has shown ill effects of hydrogenated oils, whether they be fully or partially hydrogenated. Either hydrogenated oil is deadly. according to Dr. Erasmus, 15% of the population in 1900 died from heart disease. Today it is 44%. In 1900, 3% died from cancer. Today, it is 23%. Heart disease is a billion dollar business. No wonder no one wants to admit the real research. Dr. Edward Siguel, M.D. Ph.D, award winning researcher, found a specific correlation between hydrogenated trans-fatty acids cancer and heart disease. his study found that people with the lowest trans-fatty acids had the lowest disease. The latest findings from Harvard research in November, 1997, state, " it's not the level of or amount of fat intake that increases cancers nd heart disease, but the type of fats consumed, especially trans fatty acids. " . Research shows that trans-fatty acids produced from hydrogenating oils, elevate cholesterol and triglyceride levels two-fold. The largest group developing heart disease is 21-29 year olds. attention deficit disorder is linked to the consumption of these oils as well. Does anyone remember the reports about Lorzenzo's Oil a few years ago where a young child had essential fatty acids metabolism problems. He had an auto-immune disease that could eventually kill. Thanks to a researcher, he came up with Lorenzo's oil that corrected his immune disorder. This proved the importance of how unchanged natural essential fatty acids are essential for building of normal and healthy cells. In Lorenzo's treatment he was forbidden to eat foods containing hydrogenated oils. Dr. Russel Jaffe, MD, just happened to discover that hog farmers do not feed hydrogenated foods to the pigs. The reason being that hogs always *die* from eating *foods* with these oils. When Dr. Jaffe contacted the U.S. Department of Agriculture, they admitted it was common knowledge, however not in their jurisdiction. The Federal Drug Administration said they " didn't have time to investigate " . .. Hydrogenated oil is utilized by the fast food chains for french fries and numerous other fried foods. The majority of popular snacks contain them. They are also typically used in pizzas and baked goods to extend their shelf life!. Holman and his colleagues at the Hormel Institute at the University of Minnesota have shown that trans- fatty acids *disrupt* " cellular function " . Dr. Lenore Kohlmeier in Finland completed a study on 700 women, (300 of them had breast cancer). The study included the analysis of the tissue fat cells of the women. Dr. Kohlmeier issued this statement, " women who have higher stores of trans fatty acids have a 1.4 times, ( approximately 55%) higher risk of developing breast cancer. " Countries In Europe Allow Only 4% Trans Fatty Acids In Foods- Some have a complete Ban on them. Some countries-- Denmark for example, has banned hydrogenated oil for 40 years. It is interesting to note that Denmark has by far the lowest diagnosed rate of heart disease, cancers, breast cancer, diabetes, and auto-immune disease than any other country in the world. .. Margarines Benecol™ and Take Control™ have hydrogenated oils and mono-diglycerides as well. You may want to re-consider using them despite false claims of cholesterol reduction. - While searching through the ingredients labels don't forget that Mono-Diglycerides are just hydrogenated oils masquerading under an assumed name. _________________ JoAnn Guest mrsjoguest DietaryTipsForHBP http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest The complete " Whole Body " Health line consists of the " AIM GARDEN TRIO " Ask About Health Professional Support Series: AIM Barleygreen " Wisdom of the Past, Food of the Future " http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/AIM.html PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER We have made every effort to ensure that the information included in these pages is accurate. 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