Volume 5, Number 6 - December 2008: Holiday Issue

TABLE OF CONTENTS D'Adamo's Letter: Fatigue and Stress by Peter D'Adamo, ND Natural Products in Focus: Herbal Supplements to Help You Deal with Occasional Stress: Catechol/Cortiguard/Tranquility Base by Natalie Colicci, ND Battling Holiday Stress: Tips for Surviving the Holidays! by Ann Quasarano Success Story: Fall on The Plateau Conference Gathered Eat Righter’s From Near and Far October 24-25, 2008 Right For Your Type Recipes: Holiday Baking Right For Your Type News ShareRight Partners Affiliate Program Offers Opportunity in Trying Times Dr. D'Adamo's Press Appearances &Lectures Printable Version Sign Up for the Newsletter

Stress and Fatigue
Peter D'Adamo, ND
When I see patients in the Clinic who are chronically fatigued I often recommend the amino acid l-carnitine, especially in the acetylated form (acetyl-l-carnitine).	Ever get the feeling that the so-called light at the end of the tunnel is in fact an oncoming train? I certainly do. Fall always seems to be such a demanding time for me; lectures and public appearances seem to multiply; patient contact at The D’Adamo Clinic always picks up after the summer doldrums, and there are the ever-present demands of family and parenthood. Add to that the pleasures and pressures of an oncoming holiday season, closed windows and forced hot air heating, sniffles and uncovered coughing mouths and you’ve got yourself a perfect storm for colds, flu and exhaustion. Add to that the stresses and strains of a failing economy, job layoffs and evaporating retirement accounts and you now know why I suggested that NAP make fatigue and stress the main theme of this month's newsletter. Studies show that end-of-year holiday time ranks very high on the stress scale—exceeded only by the death of a spouse. Many people feel depressed at this time of year, perhaps due to loneliness, lack of sunlight, or as a reaction to the inherent superficiality of many of the public displays and celebrations. However, at their core, these holidays contain very helpful messages. Thanksgiving celebrates the bounty of the Earth and reassures us of the immense regenerative capacity of Nature. Christmas and Hanukkah are festivals of joy and rededication to a new purity of intent. New Year's is a time of new beginnings. The other day I was reading an article on Spam (the pork version; not the email one) and how Hormel, the manufacturer, cannot keep up with consumer demand for it as a ‘hardship food’. Although a bit disturbed by the notion that a food such as this should be considered a ‘value’ when other healthier foods are available and are even better bargains, I did happen to notice that in a separate table of ‘things which were up or down due to the economy,’ nutritional supplement sales were actually way up. My father has often said that ‘Stress is best handled by a healthy body.’ and I guess that a lot of folks feel the same way. However, which supplements? Here are a few that I’ve used over the years to help patients restore from the ill effects of stress, fatigue depression: Acetyl-l-carnitine (NAP ‘Pro-Mitokon A) When I see patients in the Clinic who are chronically fatigued I often recommend the amino acid l-carnitine, especially in the acetylated form (acetyl-l-carnitine). Carnitine serves many important roles in the body, but it’s best know for helping to increase the activity of the mitochondria in our cells. Mitochondria are sort of like the battery of the cell. Under normal circumstances fatty acids are sent to the mitochondria where they are converted to energy. Without acetyl-l-carnitine these fatty acids cannot easily enter into mitochondria. The acetyl group is what makes the whole shebang work. It promotes the generation of energy from amino acids, fats, and carbohydrates, and explains why the acetyl form is so important to the success of this supplement. In essence, if the cell was a wristwatch, taking acetylated-l-carnitine is the equivalent of taking it to the jeweler and having him pop off the back and slip in a new battery. We also use it in the Clinic for muscle fatigue, and to help improve memory and concentration. Patients usually notice a rapid increase in mental energy, followed by a gradual improvement in physical energy as well. l-theanine (NAP ‘Tranquility Base’) Theanine is an amino acid commonly found in green tea (Camellia sinensis) that has been shown to reduce mental and physical stress and produce feelings of relaxation. Interestingly, when combined with caffeine it helps to improve cognition and mood. Theanine also has beneficial effects on the immune system as well. Blood sample analysis found that the production of anti-bacterial proteins was up to five times higher in the tea-drinkers. One of the actions of theanine is to increase the production of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) an important neurotransmitter, so I usually maximize the effect by also supplementing with a bit of GABA as well. Blood Type and Stress (NAP ‘Cortiguard’ and ‘Catechol’) There are significant differences between the blood types regarding how they handle stress. Type O individuals tend to over-accumulate adrenaline at the expense of adequate levels of dopamine. Types A, AB and B folks tend to have trouble adjusting their levels of cortisol properly in response to stress (Type As are the worst at this!) We’ve long used two specific NAP supplements as ‘blood type specific stress busters’ in the D’Adamo Clinic: NAP’s Catechol for type Os and Cortiguard for the As, Bs and ABs. Catechol has a nice blend of amino acids and herbs which helps to flush excess adrenaline out of the body, which in combination with the high protein, low wheat type O diet, can do wonders for their moods. Cortiguard helps those other types to better control their metabolism (and prevent excess weight gain during stress) by using herbs and nutritional co-factors to help blunt the effects of excess cortisol when taken in concert with the diet for your blood type. These are just a few suggestions that can help you navigate through these challenging times. Be optimistic. Keep up on the news, but don’t overdo it. Stay connected with friends and family. Express yourself. These societal upheavals are scary, but they are just the birth pangs of a new future; a world of new possibilities, new technologies. Recommit yourself to the principles of personalized dieting and optimized nutrition. Be ready for it. Enjoy, and see you next issue! - Peter Peter D’Adamo

Natural Products in Focus: Herbal Supplements to Help You Deal with Occasional Stress: Catechol/Cortiguard/Tranquility Base
Natalie Colicci, ND
Individuals of differing blood groups have extremely different responses to the same stressor.	Occasional stress and anxiety are natural functions of life, but when balanced with appropriate amounts of relaxation, meditation, and exercise, occasional stress can be taken in stride and can actually support health and wellbeing. Sometimes, however, the scale tips too far; we may not get that daily relaxation time, and find a bit more of an imbalance than we’re used to. Dr. D’Adamo has formulated three products designed for times like these to help provide mental and physical relaxation, while decreasing occasional stress and anxiety. Individuals of differing blood groups have extremely different responses to the same stressor. The genetics of blood group also appear to alter susceptibility to developing certain mental health disorders. When type O individuals over respond to stress they produce a lot of adrenaline but do not eliminate it efficiently, so they will stay in the "fight or flight" mode longer. This is especially true if they do not exercise. Catechol has been designed with blood type Os in mind. Individuals of blood type O with mild to moderate depression benefit from the amino acids tyrosine and methionine and B vitamins which support both their mood and nervous system. Catechol also contains Rhodiola rosea, which helps modulate the effects of excess adrenaline. Although blood type A makes more adrenaline in response to stress than the other blood types, they also have the greatest ability to break down or eliminate catecholamines. Their Achilles heal is the other stress hormone, cortisol. Studies of cortisol and blood type showed that blood types A and B had higher and more rapid rises in cortisol levels than the other blood types when subjected to stress. For these individuals Dr. D’Adamo formulated Cortiguard. This formula is designed to enhance the health of the nervous system and strengthen resistance to the physical effects of stress. Cortiguard contains a handful of adaptogenic or normalizing herbs (I think of adaptogenic herbs as those able to balance a scale). Panax ginseng supports the adrenal glands by helping them to respond to stress. It makes your body more sensitive or responsive to stress, allowing your body to make more cortisol when it is required but allowing a quicker normalization of cortisol once the stress is removed. Eleutherococcus senticosus also known as Siberian ginseng, is known to increase the ability to accommodate to adverse physical conditions, improved mental performance, and enhanced the quality of work under stressful conditions. This plant also appears to have an overall normalizing effect on the stress response, allowing better performance in the face of more stressful conditions, and similar to Panax ginseng, a greater sensitivity or enhanced ability to reestablish hormonal balance after stress. Like Glycyrrhiza glabra, also an ingredient in Cortiguard, this herb also has a strong reputation for preventing stress-induced exhaustion. Boerhaavia diffusa has a dramatic effect in buffering against elevation of plasma cortisol levels under stressful conditions and therefore helps prevent a drop in immune system performance so often seen with high circulating levels of cortisol. Vitamins C and B1, B5, B6 and Lipoic acid also have beneficial effects in modulating cortisol and have been added to Cortiguard. Some indications of hyper-cortisol states include: sleep disturbance (awakening after 2-3 hours of sleep, and experiencing difficulty in resuming sleep); poor response to exercise, lowered immunity due to stress, and weight gain around the mid section. Tranquility Base has been formulated to help provide mental and physical relaxation, while decreasing occasional stress and anxiety. Containing four safe and gentle ingredients, it is designed for men and women of all ABO blood types. GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) is formed by the nervous system and has relaxing and anti-anxiety effects at a cellular level. L- Theanine is the major amino acid found in green tea and is a relaxant which produces mental and physical relaxation while decreasing stress and anxiety, without inducing drowsiness. Like Matricaria recutita, Chamomile, it too is thought to decrease anxiety by increasing levels of GABA and serotonin. Lastly, Tranquility Base contains Melissa officinalis, also known as Lemon balm, which has mild calming effects and often found in many commercial teas. In Natural Products in Focus we discussed Catechol, Cortiguard and Tranquility Base's effects on occasional stress. We have successfully used these three unique products in the D’Adamo Clinic in many clinical presentations: Catechol Mild depression Difficulties with sleep Rapid heart rate Irritable bowel syndrome Memory and concentration Erectile dysfunction Cortiguard Difficulties with sleep Menopausal hot flashes Lowered immunity due to stress Weight loss resistance Test and performance anxiety Adrenal exhaustion Tranquility Base PMS Learning performance, mental acuity, and concentration Caffeine withdrawal Blood pressure Irritable bowel syndrome Difficulties with sleep Alcohol and nicotine withdrawal Parkinsonian diseases and tremors For further product information and ordering details, please contact the customer service staff at North American Pharmacal, Inc. today!

Battling Holiday Stress: Tips for Surviving the Holidays!
Ann Quasarano
Tips and strategies for coping with seasonal stress!	The holidays bring lots of things and not all of them are good. Pre-holiday stress is probably the least pleasant of all. Stress to get the presents purchased and wrapped, cookies baked, cards written and mailed and relatives tended-to. Not to mention the crunch of people at the mall and the person who pulled into the parking space you so patiently waited for. So much for peace and joy! It’s easy to get worked up about the holidays, but the good news is that you don’t have to. Read on for some tips and strategies for coping with seasonal stress! Understanding WHY you get stressed is the key to dealing with it. Why am I so stressed out and my best friend is so calm? You may be asking yourself this – and there’s a simple reason why. Chemistry. Not everyone reacts in the same way to stress. Scientists have looked at the connection between stress and blood type and found that there is a clear link between them. Blood type plays a significant role in the basal levels of the stress hormone cortisol that we produce. Cortisol affects the way we respond to stress - the biochemical process and its effect on our internal systems - and how quickly we recover from it. People with blood type A have a tendency to be most effected by stress due to the higher levels of cortisol that is already in their bodies. When blood tests were performed on people with blood type A, they were found to have elevated resting levels of cortisol. When faced with a stressful situation, A’s produce even more cortisol and adrenaline – resulting a heightened physical and emotional response. Blood type O’s are at the opposite end of the spectrum – O’s are the most stress resistant of the four blood types. They produce the least amount of cortisol in response to stress. This is good news if you are a blood type O! However, there is a down side. Researchers found that although it takes more to initiate the stress response, it takes type O’s longer to come back into balance. They are more susceptible to prolonged stress or the build up of adrenaline; this can lead to adrenal-neurological exhaustion. Blood type B and AB are in the middle – with B’s being more “A like” in their stress response and AB’s being more “O like” in their reaction to stress. B and AB blood types tend to be a bit more emotionally centered than blood types A and O and are quick to respond to stress reducing techniques. Eating foods that are right for your type, even during the holidays is essential. When you are surrounded by holiday sweets and treats, it’s hard to stick to your ABO diet plan. But remember, when our bodies aren’t operating at peak levels due to poor nutrition, they tend to break down, our immune systems depress and we feel fatigued. Get moving! Getting proper exercise is also key to reducing stress and benefiting your overall health. Type A’s should make it a priortity to get to a calming Yoga class a few times a week, while O’s can try running or taking an aerobics class to reduce their stress. A few sets of tennis or golf are perfect for AB’s and a few laps in the local pool can help B’s maintain their cool. Get adequate rest – at least 8 hours of sleep per night. Feeling exhausted increases your stress, creating a vicious cycle. Exercise and sleep — good antidotes for stress and fatigue — may take a back seat to chores and errands. High demands, stress, lack of exercise, and overindulgence in food and drink — all are ingredients for holiday illness. Stick to a budget. Before you go shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend on gifts and other items. Then be sure to stick to your budget. If you don't, you could feel anxious and tense for months afterward as you struggle to pay the bills. Don't try to buy happiness with an avalanche of gifts. Donate to a charity in someone's name, give homemade gifts or start a family gift exchange. Learn to say no. Believe it or not, people will understand if you can't do certain projects or activities. If you say yes only to what you really want to do, you'll avoid feeling resentful, bitter and overwhelmed. Take a breather. Make some time for yourself. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. Steal away to a quiet place, even if it's to the bathroom for a few moments of solitude. Take a walk at night and stargaze. Listen to soothing music. Find something that reduces stress by clearing your mind, slowing your breathing and restoring inner calm. Be realistic - forget about perfection. Holiday TV specials are filled with happy endings. But in real life, people don't usually resolve problems within an hour or two. Something always comes up. You may get stuck late at the office and miss your daughter's school play, your sister may dredge up an old argument, your partner may burn the cookies, and your mother may criticize how you're raising the kids. All in the same day. Accept imperfections in yourself and in others Hopefully, these tips and tools will help you to better understand yourself and others and allow you to relax. Who knows, you might actually enjoy the holidays this year!

Sucess Story: Fall on The Plateau Conference Gathered Eat Righter’s From Near and Far October 24-25, 2008

Eat Righters Gather in Tennessee for Conference & Certification testing

Excitement was in the air in Crossville, Tennessee! It was the location of the Plateau Eat Righter’s Conference and IfHI Certification Testing. This was the first time that Institute for Human Individuality Certification testing was offered outside of an IfHI Conference! Larry Nesbit, the founder of the Plateau Eat Righter’s group and conference organizer, was busy coordinating the conference, greeting friends old and new and anticipating the arrival of his honored guest speaker, Dr. Peter D’Adamo! The conference kicked off with a Friday night sign-in and get acquainted social gathering for the 100 participants. Delicious, blood type friendly hors d’oeuvres added to the festivity (see recipes below). The attendees mingled with each other and had the opportunity explore exhibits from North American Pharmacal (and meet NAP’s lovely and gracious Nancy Kuhn) and Grasslands Beef. Dr. D’Adamo’s arrival added a new level of anticipation to this enthusiastic group! The attendees arrived early on Saturday morning and were greeted with a hot, fresh, and blood type friendly breakfast of quiche Lorraine, scrambled eggs, Ezekiel bread with ghee, fresh fruit, turkey sausage and other delicacies. What a way to start the day! Dr. D’Adamo’s lecture “From Blood Type to GenoType – A Journey through the Epigenic Landscape – Part 1” led the conference. His lecture explained the basic concepts and scientific principals of blood type. The group was fascinated with Dr. D’Adamo and the detailed science behind the diet. Larry Nesbit’s lecture, “Eat Right 4 Your Type Made Simple” followed. Larry discussed getting started on the diet and shared some fantastic tips for healthful eating. After lunch, the conference resumed with Part 2 of Dr. D’Adamo’s lecture, which focused on making the transition from the Blood Type Diet to The GenoType Diet, followed by an hour question and answer session with Dr. D’Adamo. The IfHI Certification was an important part of the event. 30 people were preparing to test to become IfHI Fellows! Candidates for IfHI certification (Fellows) must complete and pass an IfHI administered certification examination. Although most candidates will have had a background in research or healthcare, the examination is open to all. Dr. Natalie Colicci, a naturopathic physician who works with Dr. D’Adamo in his clinic, was busy helping conference-goers determine their GenoType and coordinating the SWAMI individualized diet software. SWAMI GenoType is a sophisticated computer software system written by Dr. Peter D'Adamo. Dr. D'Adamo wrote the SWAMI GenoType software to harness the power of computers and artificial intelligence, using their tremendous precision and speed to help tailor unique one-of-a kind diets to individuals, based on their blood types, fingerprints, medical history, biometric measurements and over ninety other variables. It then prints out a specific one of a kind diet in an easy to read, friendly format. SWAMI GenoType is capable of determining your GenoType and prescribing the appropriate GenoType Diet for you, but it can do much, much more. SWAMI GenoType also calculates ‘Geno-Harmonic Foods’: combinations of foods which eaten together, provide an even deeper level of genetic healing. Dr. D’Adamo thought the conference was fantastic! “I’ve never met a more dedicated and attentive group. It’s humbling to see my work embraced with such enthusiasm by so many people.” The conference participants were eager to share their stories and successes on the diet. Pat Lovejoy, a Physical Therapist, and Type O, said she truly enjoyed attending the conference. “The level of education with other practitioners along with just everyday people just searching for more knowledge is unmatched! Everything just all came together for me.” Another participant, Eric Dove, said that he “loved the conference and just couldn’t get enough of it!” Lay persons and health professionals agree that there was something for everyone – whatever your level of knowledge or expertise. If you’ve missed this conference but are still interested in hearing Dr. D’Adamo speak and participating in IfHI Fellow or Master testing, don’t fret! We have great news! The dates for the next IfHI Conference have just been announced! It will take place on June 5-7, 2009, in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit our website www.dadamo.com/ifhi/2009.htm

For Your Type Recipes: Holiday Baking
From the www.dadamo.com Recipe Center
Holiday Baking	Put on a CD of your favorite holiday tunes and break out the baking pans! Here are a few recepies for cookies that are super tasty and won’t give Santa indigestion. Best of all they are easy to make and loaded with beneficials. Enjoy! Almond Cookies (http://www.dadamo.com/typebase4/recipedepictor7x.cgi?390) Spelt/Rice Flour Brownies (http://www.dadamo.com/typebase4/recipedepictor7x.cgi?235) Carob Almond Cookies (http://www.dadamo.com/typebase4/recipedepictor7x.cgi?22) Cookies with Fruit, Nuts and Chocolate (http://www.dadamo.com/typebase4/recipedepictor7x.cgi?288) Flourless Almond Butter and Raisin Cookies (http://www.dadamo.com/typebase4/recipedepictor7x.cgi?520) Ginger Cookies (http://www.dadamo.com/typebase4/recipedepictor7x.cgi?817)

Right For Your Type News
ShareRight Partners Affiliate Program Offers Opportunity in Trying Times
	Wouldn’t it be great to make a little extra money during these difficult economic times? We’ve found a way to do this by doing what you are already doing – sharing with others about the Blood Type Diet and the NAP supplements! The new and vastly improved Share Right program allows you to earn commissions on product sales generated by all your friends and family members who you refer. The program is internet based, and is designed to allow us (and you!) to track sales generated by those you refer. At the end of the month, you’ll get to see a report that outlines the sales and generates a commission payment of 20%! (So, do the math….Uncle Joe buys $100 dollars of products, and you earn $20. It’s a great way to let our supplements “supplement” your income, particularly during this uncertain economic times.) It’s also a great way for us to say thank you for your dedication and commitment to sharing your experiences with the work of Dr. Peter D’Adamo and the Blood Type and GenoType diets. To learn more about the ShareRight Partners Program or to sign up, go to www.4yourtype.com/shareright.asp
Dr. D'Adamo's Press Appearances and Lectures
	Below is a list of Dr. D’Adamo press appearances and lectures. Also check: Dr. D'Adamo's Event Calendar (http://www.dadamo.com/webcal/webcal.pl) Wednesday, March 18, 2009: Fairfield/ Westchester Women’s League Lecture: Blood Type GenoType and Your Health. Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Backus Hospital, Norwich, CT Lecture: Blood Type GenoType and Your Health – open to the general public: http://www.backushospital.org Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, June 5-7,2009 Dolce Conference Center, Norwalk, CT Conference:Personalized Medicine In Form and Function – A Weekend Intensive Seminar with Dr. Peter D'Adamo. IfHI Fellow and Master testing will be offered. For more information call: 203 761-0042 or visit the IfHI website: http://www.dadamo.com/ifhi/2009.htm