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Chronic Beryllium Disease  – Who is at Risk? 

InterClinical eNews February 2019, Issue 89 In this month's issue, we take a look at all things beryllium. We consider its properties, commercial uses, populations at risk from contamination and the consequences of short-term and long-term exposure.  â€Żâ€Ż  Beryllium's Properties   Beryllium is a very strong, lightweight, corrosion resistant and heat absorptive material. It generates and absorbs neutrons, conducts electricity and is transparent to X-rays. This unique set of properties make it highly desirable for a number of industrial uses. (1)  Industrial Uses  Beryllium...

Glycine an unsung hero

InterClinical eNews February 2019, Issue 89 Glycine â€“ an unsung hero.  Glycine is the smallest, conditionally-essential, amino acid. It is a crucial structural component in the body and exerts a far-reaching range of biologically moderating effects within the body. It can be synthesised in the body from serine, threonine, choline, and hydroxyproline via metabolism in the liver and kidneys.(1,2,3)  Mineral Carrier  Glycine's small size and neutral charge make it an ideal ligand for facilitating the delivery of minerals within the body; increasing its ease of absorption. Glycine improves the solubility of the...

Eucommia ulmoides – The Bone Protector

InterClinical eNews May 2019, Issue 92 Eucommia ulmoides-The Bone Protector Eucommia ulmoides (EU) also known as 'Du Zhong' in the Chinese language, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a yang tonic for the kidneys and liver and as a bone and sinew (tendon) strengthener.  In TCM it is indicated for bone weakness and pain in the lower back, joint pain or weakness particularly in the knees, and muscular and tendon weakness in...

Heart Disease, Copper and Soft Drinks

InterClinical eNews June 2019, Special Edition Recently a popular news story warned that high, long term consumption of sweetened beverages such as soft drinks and soda may increase health risks. A study published in the journal Circulation (1) found that sugar sweetened beverages as well as artificially sweetened beverages were associated with mortality rates. The study consisted of over 37,000 men and over 80,000 women who were followed for over 20...

Sulphites, SIBO & the Maladaptive Response

InterClinical eNews April 2019, Issue 91 This month's issue explores the metabolic disorder sulphite syndrome. We take a look at why sulphites accumulate, highlight the key elements of the symptom picture, discuss how the body adapts, and consider whether some treatment-unresponsive subsets with gut conditions such as SIBO might fit this profile. Lastly, we discuss simple strategies for treatment. Sulphur's Roles in the Body Sulphur's many important roles include being a component of cell structural integrity, gastrointestinal tract lining, connective tissue,...