Omega 6 - Goodies oder Baddies? 
Längere Zeit habe ich versucht, mich to push around, but now I can not ignore the issue of Omega 6 fatty acids longer. However, they are not as 'straight forward' as the 3 ...
As Omega 3s may be omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs, essential fatty acids) not by the body itself, but must instead be obtained from food. The fatty acids are essential for many bodily functions (especially the brain) is required and a deficiency can lead to mental disorders, weakened immune function, skin problems (dermatitis), hormonal imbalances and infertility.
Omega 6 EFAs are soy and other vegetable oils, meat, nuts and avocados contain and most people get enough of these fatty acids. It is also true that the typical American diet (which is now widespread, but not only in the USA) 15-20 times more Omega 6 than Omega 3 offers. It would be a ratio of 3 to 1 is very much ideal! This imbalance in favor of omega 6 is blamed for the rising number of infections, depression, cardiovascular disease, cancer, asthma and arthritis. For example, a study shows older people, that those seniors suffering from depression much higher Omega 6 levels compared to Omega 3 had as their non-depressed peers.
Omega 6, however, is not equal to omega 6! There are several different forms. Plants and plant oils contain mostly omega-6 EFA linoleic acid (LA). The body converts linoleic acid into GLA (gamma linolenic acid) to *. GLA can in turn be converted to arachidonic acid. Arachidonic acid is also present in fatty meat and here we are at the real culprit! Arachidonic acid lowers blood pressure increase and increased inflammation, allergic reactions and cell growth.
is generally GLA but not arachidonic acid, but in a 'friendly' substance in DGLA is converted. DGLA is one of the prostaglandins and reduce inflammation. According to the support of the Medical Center of the University of Maryland magnesium, zinc , vitamin C and vitamins B3 and B6 the conversion of GLA to DGLA (instead of arachidonic acid).
Because of the different omega 6 fatty acids, a supply of meat, plant foods is preferable. However, vegetable oils have their own problems. Especially when they are cheap and not 'organic' are vegetable oils in general are filtered, bleached and deodorized oils and almost all are due to oxidation during the Manufacturing process and storage rancid (not to mention that they are stored in plastic bottles that estrogen-containing substances, so-called xeno-estrogens make!). Since the heat-sensitive essential fatty acids also destroyed, monounsaturated fats like olive or coconut oil or saturated fats like butter are much more suitable for baking, boiling or frying.
If we have also not usually omega 6 deficiency, it is quite possible that we eat a lot of bad (meat, cheap oils) and too little of the good (nuts, avocados) to us. The recommended amount is 12-22 grams of Omega 6 EFAs daily. Accordingly, we should take 4-7 grams Omega 3 fatty acids to us. The secret is in the right balance!
* borage, evening primrose or black currant seed oil are also good sources of GLA.
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Natural News: Omega-6 fatty acids found to be dietary cause of depression, heart disease. http://www.naturalnews.com/022860_depression_fatty_acids_omega-6_fatty_acids.html
ScienceDaily: Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Make Them Part Of Heart-Healthy Eating, New Recommendations Say. 02.02.2009. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/01/090126173725.htm
University of Maryland Medical Center: Omega 6 Fatty Acids. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/omega-6-000317.htm
Walling, E: Fats to Avoid: The Epidemic Polyunsaturated Oil. 18.06.2009. http://www.naturalnews.com/026471_fats_health_fatty_acids.html To read English version click here
Zimt (Cinnamomum verum) 
The term describes the cinnamon the inner bark, at higher elevations, tropical rain forests growing, cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum ). Cinnamon is not the same as cassia, Chinese cinnamon and mentioned.
medical or used as a spice, cinnamon has a warming, stimulating and stressbekämpfend. It promotes blood circulation and has sweat and fever impulsive. Traditionally, cinnamon is used and therefore to defend against colds and infections. Other traditional applications include cramps, colic, diarrhea, nausea, bloating, heartburn, anxiety and stress, high blood pressure, bad breath, tooth pain (cinnamon numb the nerve endings), neuralgia, menstrual problems, headache, muscle and joint pain.
cinnamon contains active plant chemicals that mediate antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal. A 1974, in the Journal of Food Science published study describes how cinnamon kills aflatoxins. Aflatoxins are naturally occurring mycotoxins that often - are in flour and cereals, but also peanuts, pistachio nuts and poppy seeds - especially when no chemical fungal inhibitors used. The most dangerous, aflatoxin B1, is deadly in doses of a few milligrams. Aflatoxins are hepatotoxic and can cause lung and liver cancer.
Recent scientific studies show that cinnamon improves insulin sensitivity and so a balancing effect on blood sugar levels. For this reason, cinnamon in various dietary supplements for weight loss or Blood sugar balance mentioned.
cinnamon is generally considered safe and a 'normal' income is considered as safe as a spice. Due to which, especially in Cassia, contained substance coumarin, the regular use of larger doses (more than ½ teaspoon daily) may be reversible liver toxicity. Who wants to take long-term large doses should therefore select products, guaranteed to those who will be that the insulin-active polyphenols are included, but potentially harmful substances have been removed. Pregnant women should not take large quantities of cinnamon bark or cinnamon to a head because they can contribute abortifacient.
more information on healthy weight management at: eat right instead of suffering hunger!
Daniells, S: Cinnamon may improve blood sugar levels: Study. 20.02.2009. http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Cinnamon-may-improve-blood-sugar-levels-Study
Health Compendium.com: Cinnamon Is Toxic? http://health-compendium.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=30&Itemid=9
Herbs2000. Cinnamon. http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_cinnamon.htm
Soliman, KM et al: Effect of oil extracted from some medicinal plants on different mycotoxigenic fungi. Food and Chemical Toxicology Vol 40, Iss. 11, November 2002 Pages 1669-1675. To read English version click here
Mönchspfeffer (Vitex agnus castus) 
... auch n i c h t n u r i m K l i m a k t e r i u m Agnus castus When do I always think of a visit to the gynecologist. I'm late 20s and my daughter was a baby. 'You all right? " she asks. 'Actually, yes. I appear before my days have all sorts of premenstrual symptoms only lately been two weeks ... "" Already? "She asks with raised eyebrows. "This is still a bit early," 'Oh God, not yet 30 and already in menopause?', I think. "Maybe I need yes progesterone ?" I suggest. (I just read the book 'Natural Progesterone' was read by John Lee.) yet not. We start with Agnus castus "Agnus castus
-. Also known as Vitex, or chaste tree chaste tree - especially in Germany is a frequently prescribed plant at PMS, hormone imbalances and menopause.
The plant from which most of the berries (actually the seeds) are used, was already known in ancient times for their libido-control, but was also used for pelvic inflammatory disease, to stimulate the milk flow and infertility. The name of 'chaste' based on the fact that monks are, for the suppression of the instincts, the berries sprinkled regularly to the meal. In medieval times, Agnus castus used to cure madness, hysteria and epilepsy.
Recent studies show that Agnus castus reduces Prolactinausschüttung in rats. However, this means that it does not promote milk production, but inhibits. For this reason, Agnus castus is now also recommended for excessive milk production. Vitex seems to normalize not only the prolactin, but also the progesterone level. As part of this balancing effect, it is recommended for premenstrual swollen, tender breasts (a symptom that is attributable to too much prolactin). Studies from Germany, who came to the conclusion that Agnus castus, the progesterone levels in the blood increased and helpful with premenstrual symptoms (eg flatulence, bloated feeling in irritability and depression) may be criticized, however, often as not scientific enough (no double blind studies).
Another study concludes that Agnus castus, because of its broad impact, rather should be counted as adaptogens. (Adaptogens are plants that help the body cope with stress and strain.) This is supported by other studies that suggest that the intake may increase the level of melatonin.
order to achieve an effect that must be taken chaste tree for several months on a regular basis. Agnus castus is available as a capsule, tablet or liquid, just as powdered berries (seeds) or standardized dry extract. Since it acts synergistically with other plants, it is often combined with quai cohosh, wild yam or Dong . Agnus castus
is generally well tolerated. Rarely it can cause gastrointestinal problems, dizziness and itching of the skin and are crucial. It should not be used during pregnancy or by persons with pituitary gland or breast cancer. take
people, psychotropic drugs, or 'the pill' should be discussed before taking to the doctor. Although it traditionally by men to suppress of the sexual instinct, was taken to be, chaste tree now no longer recommended for men.
wondering thinking back I wonder why the gynecologist has not considered that I had recently weaned - this would be no indication of a high prolactin levels may still be able to? Nevertheless, her Agnus castus tip was indeed still correct.
And one final note: The leaves of Vitex agnus castus see hemp leaves are very similar and are often confused.
Another plant, may be the not only in climacteric helpful is soy . More information here .
References:
Chaste Tree. http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_chaste_tree.htm
chasteberry. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/chasteberry/
melatonin. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-melatonin.htmlSchellenberg, R: Treatment for the premenstrual syndrome with agnus castus fruit extract: prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled study. BMJ 2001; 322 (7279): 134 (20.01.2000), doi: 10.1136/bmj.322.7279.134 http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/322/7279/134
To read English version click here
Längere Zeit habe ich versucht, mich to push around, but now I can not ignore the issue of Omega 6 fatty acids longer. However, they are not as 'straight forward' as the 3 ... 
