• Creatine: This supplement is neither a mineral, vitamin nor herb, but rather an “organic acid.” When creatine hits your muscle tissue it “buffers” the acidity which leads to muscle fatigue. Creatine also decreases the formation of lactic acid. In humans, approximately half of the stored creatine originates from food (mainly from fresh meat), so the type O diet is usually creatine rich. Plant based diets are usually low in creatine, so type A may want to use a creatine supplement if they are planning to train hard. Type B and AB can also benefit from creatine for reasons that are theirs alone: Creatine provides a bit of “non-protein nitrogen” which types B and AB can really benefit from.
• Hydroxy-methyl-butyrate (HMB): helps muscle cells burn fatty acids for energy, which decreases the lactic acid threshold by reducing the requirement for carbohydrate sources of energy. Foods high in HMB are:
• Type A: Alfalfa Sprouts, Pineapple, Asparagus, Avocado, Cauliflower, Grapefruit
• Type AB: Alfalfa Sprouts, Pineapple, Asparagus, Cauliflower, Catfish, Grapefruit
• Type B: Red Meats, Asparagus, Cauliflower, Catfish, Grapefruit
• Type O: Red Meats, Asparagus, Grapefruit
• Manganese: This essential mineral has been well documented in its ability to oxidize lactic acid. A supplement formula for maintaining healthy connective tissue (and a good source of manganese) is Connectivar.
• Vitamin C: One of the most potent lactic acid oxidizers is Vitamin C. When it comes to supplementation with Vitamin C, the best sources are food sources, such as the rose hips, acerola cherry and elderberries found in Proberry Caps .

• Traumatic Injuries and Surgical Recovery
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Joint Inflammation
• Digestive Support
• Anti-tumor Activity

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2. Walker JA, Cerny FJ, Cotter JR, Burton HW. Attentuation of contraction-induced skeletal muscle injury by Bromelain. Med Sc Sports Exerc. 1992;24:20–25.

• Manganese is an elemental mineral required to perform various biochemical reactions in the body. It helps to strengthen tissues, ligaments, and the linings of our organs. Bernard Jensen stated, "If the human body is well supplied with manganese, various tissues, cells and nerves become more ductile, tensile, and elastic." Specifically, the reactions that make cartilage in the joints will not occur efficiently unless manganese is present in the body. Supplementing manganese helps ensure that cartilage synthesis in the joints occurs at the maximum possible rate.
• Unlike the arteries of the body which contract and relax depending on the chemicals they are surrounded by fighting gravity, veins depend on the integrity of the strength of their walls, their delicate valves and the muscles around them to move blood along back up to the heart. Butcher’s Broom Root extract has strengthening and protective effects on veins, which helps reduce swelling and improve blood circulation. A study conducted to compare Butcher’s Broom with placebo in treatment of chronic venous insufficiency, a result of your veins being unable to pump the blood back to your heart efficiently, showed significant results in decreasing ankle and leg circumference, as well as decreases in subjective symptoms such as heavy tired legs and sensation of tension and tingling.
• Connectivar also contains Rutin-Hesperidin Complex, which relieves occasional venous insufficiency, including pain, heaviness, leg cramps, itching, and swelling. Rutin and Hesperidin are antioxidant bioflavonoids known to strengthen even the smallest of blood vessels, capillaries, and to reduce their leakiness into surrounding tissues which leads to swelling. In addition, research shows that oral administration of hesperidin improves arthritis when administered before the onset of arthritis as well as when administered after its onset.
• Gotu kola extracts stimulate and increase collagen synthesis. Collagen is a fibrous protein, similar to fiberglass in structure, which accounts for the strength of blood vessels, joints, ligaments and tendons, and bones and teeth. It is well studied for its therapeutic benefits of joint protection, wound healing, and increasing the integrity of blood vessels.

• Chronic venous insufficiency such as pain, heaviness, leg cramps, leg edema, varicose veins, peripheral vascular disease, itching and swelling
• Reduction of venous capacity, venous stasis, and pooling of blood in the legs
• Protective effect on capillaries, vascular epithelium, and smooth muscle
• Reduction of capillary fragility and permeability and improve lymphatic drainage
• Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
• Stabilization of hemorrhoids
• Wound healing and collagen synthesis
• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Rheumatism
• Tendonitis
• Joint health and flexibility support

1. Vanscheidt W, Jost V, Wolna P, Lücker PW, Müller A, Theurer C, Patz B, Grützner KI. Efficacy and safety of a Butcher's broom preparation (Ruscus aculeatus L. extract) compared to placebo in patients suffering from chronic venous insufficiency. Arzneimittelforschung. 2002;52(4):243-50.

• Boswellia serrata, also known as Indian Frankincense, is an Ayurvedic herb whose resin is well studied for its anti-inflammatory properties and its use in joint diseases such as osteoarthritis. In a human double blind, randomized trial, Boswellia serrata was found not only to be safe, but to reduce pain and improve physical functioning significantly in individuals suffering from osteoarthritis. By decreasing inflammatory substances in joint capsules, it has shown improvement in joint health by reducing the enzymatic degradation of cartilage.
  Unlike many conventional prescriptions and over the counter anti-inflammatory medications which can aggravate the delicate surface of the stomach, research has suggested Boswellia serrata to be protective against gastric ulcers by increasing the stomach’s resistance against inflammatory mediators known to damage it. Many recent studies have been conducted with this herb for its use in treating cancer. Biochemical constituents of Boswellia serrata have shown to trigger apoptosis, regular cellular programmed death, in cancer cells.
• L-Histidine is an essential amino acid involved in a wide range of metabolic processes in the body and known to be deficient in individuals suffering from arthritis. Proper intake of L-histidine may prove beneficial in reducing inflammation associated with joint disease or injury. Used for growth and repair of tissues, L-Histidine helps to protect nerve cells and aids in the production of blood cells.
• Zingiber officinale, more likely familiar to you by its common name – Ginger - has played a significant role in Chinese, Japanese, and Indian medicine since the 1500s. History shows it to have been used orally, topically, and intramuscularly for a wide array of conditions. The oils extracted from the root, as used in Phloxicin, have been used for arthritis, rheumatism, sprains, muscular aches, pains, sore throats, cramps, constipation, indigestion, vomiting, hypertension, dementia, fever, infectious diseases and even parasite infection. The main pharmacological actions of ginger’s compounds support the body in a number of ways. It is a very potent antioxidant and has been shown to inhibit tumor growth and induce cancer cell death. It has a nice affect on cholesterol levels and reduces the ability of platelets to clump and clot. It even helps support healthy blood sugar levels! In a study conducted to determine Zingiber officinale effects on the cells responsible for joint fluidity, research showed it to reduce inflammation in arthritis patients by directly modulating the inflammatory chemicals secreted into the joints themselves.
• Polygonum cuspidatum, Japanese Knotweed, is a member of the buckwheat family (Polygonaceae). A native of eastern Asia, this species grows in waste areas throughout the northeastern United States and into southern Canada. It is most used as a source of Resveratrol by supplement companies, utilizing it for its cardio-protecting and potent antioxidant effects. It is well studied for its use in treating Gout. Studies show that Polygonum cuspidatum is useful in treating gout due to its ability to inhibit xanthine oxidase. Xanthine oxidase is involved in the metabolic pathway responsible for the formation of uric acid, which leads to joint pain. It also exhibits anti-inflammatory effects on the cells responsible for generating cartilage.

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Rheumatism
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis
• Gout
• Antioxidant support
• Analgesic support
• Anti-inflammatory support
• Joint health and flexibility support

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Dr. Jennifer Blasingame signed up for Renee Nolte’s GenoType Boot Camp because she was intrigued by the idea of combining her love of martial arts with the opportunity to develop an individualized eating plan that would be completely in harmony with her body. She was expecting some great workouts, as she had completed a previous martial arts boot camp with Ms. Nolte, but she wasn’t expecting to lose 17lbs. in six weeks and gain so much more energy!

“I have always struggled with my weight and diet.” says the 42 year old OB/GYN, wife and mom. “I felt like I could only take in about 1200 calories to maintain my weight, and not even lose! I was interested to see if I could be more satisfied with eating differently, possibly more appropriately for my GenoType.” Dr. Blasingame had heard of the Blood Type Diet, but had never read the book or studied the theory before attending the boot camp, but she was open to the idea. “As a physician, I tend to have a fairly open mind to all different theories – I understand that there are many ways to achieve goals. I was excited to try something that I had not!”

After reading The GenoType Diet, Dr. Blasingame discovered that she was a Warrior. “I was surprised to find I was a Warrior as I don’t feel like one – I was sure I would be a Teacher or Explorer – but when I read the characteristics I could definitely identify with many of them, especially what seemed like a slow down in my metabolism on entering my forties.” Fortunately, she does not have any serious health issues such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes. However, as a peri-menopausal woman she does have concerns about losing bone density and feels that her dietary changes and her weight bearing workouts have contributed to slowing down that process. She adds that she feels great – especially since she takes the GenoType supplements - and has a whole lot more energy and can keep up with her children more easily!

Now that the Boot Camp is over, she says she will “absolutely continue” to follow the Warrior food recommendations, although she says she does miss milk and tomatoes. “Milk was something I never thought I would miss and since I never liked alternatives to milk I was hesitant to try some of the other options listed. I did try the rice milk but it was just too sweet for me. I love yogurt and was able to eat that instead.” She adds that she loves Mediterranean food and enjoyed new beans, like fava beans and new cheeses such as Farmers cheese which she had never tried before. “What was very helpful to me was that Ms. Renee would send out a weekly e-mail newsletter with helpful food and exercise hints for our GenoTypes.” She is also continuing her workouts which include Karate, Armis, Krav Maga (Israeli Street Fighting) and Judo – she also incorporates yoga, Pilates and Ms. Renee’s own brand of exercise, “KarateLates,” which combines Karate and Pilates. “When my son wanted to take Karate last year, I signed up for my first boot camp. That was the very first time I had participated in any martial arts. I was a complete novice! I still feel like it is very new to me, but I wish I had been introduced to martial arts as a child for the fitness, confidence and self esteem it helps you build.”

Dr. Blasingame says that she has enjoyed learning more about foods that are better for her. She believes that, “just cutting calories will not achieve weight loss success as well as eating the appropriate foods.” She feels that she is still a long way off from her ultimate fitness goal. “I will probably never reach my ultimate fitness goal as I am so unfit,” she jokes. “However, the program jump started my fitness program and I am continuing today. I’m trying to attend class at least five times a week. I have a long way to go to be where I should be, but I am certainly a whole lot more fit than when I started!”

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