Alzheimer's,
Lou Gehrig's, and Parkinson Diseases in Guam and the Safety
of Blue Green Algae
by Christian Drapeau
Recently, a group of scientists suggested that all blue-green
algae contained the amino compound ß-methylamino alanine
(BMAA), and that this amino compound could be linked to
the development of Alzheimer's disease. Headlines warned
against the possibility that waters containing blue-green
algae could be linked to Alzheimer's. These claims incidentally
raised a concern in the minds of consumers who enjoy the
health benefits of dietary supplements based on blue-green
algae.
In the reports, one of the scientists is quoted saying,
"the study does not prove that BMAA plays a role in
Alzheimer's or other brain disease." Indeed, the theory
proposed by Cox and colleagues linking BMAA to Alzheimer's
disease is elegant, but as discussed below, it has little
scientific merit. Like many scientific stories, some background
is necessary to understand what the story is about, and
in fact this is a very interesting story. . .
The Ancient Sun team converged in Anaheim on the weekend
of March 18-20th for the annual Natural Products Expo West.
After three intense days spent handing out algae, meeting
new friends, and catching up with old ones (meanwhile selling,
selling, selling), we were able to declare this year’s
show an absolute success!! Our reps were definitely up to
the challenge, talking up the amazing benefits of AFA to
anyone and everyone. We had a high-energy booth that was
packed the with practitioners, retail buyers, the press,
and even other vendors who kept wanting to get samples of
our wonderful proucts.
On Sunday, our team came away from the weekend tired but
glowing with appreciation for the powerful synergy of the
Ancient Sun family.
We've decided to go for a double booth next year so we
can accommodate those who need information and those who
would like to place product orders, as well as just catch
the high energy of the Ancient Sun booth.
Catch us in the supplements section in 2006.
Lydia’s
Lovin’ Organics and ASNI
In fall of 2004, Lydia’s Organics, a small retail
supplier of healthy food, began the production of the Crystal
Manna Bar! The Crystal Manna Bar contains bananas, coconut,
sprouted almonds, sprouted sunflower seeds, dates, sprouted
flax, and 1.5 grams (a full serving) of Ancient Sun Crystal
Manna, whole AFA.
The Crystal Manna bar is an all organic, vegan, or—in
the case of the algae—wild-harvested treated that
is packed full of Omega-3 fatty acids, chlorophyll, and
phytonutrients, including a daily dose of PEA, “the
molecule of love,” and Phycocyanin to boot.
Try this bar and move beyond organic—Go Wild!
Prospectus 2005
March 17th – 20th Natural Products Expo West
This is the biggest expo for natural products worldwide,
and we will be there! If you happen to be at the annual
Anaheim show as well, please stop by and see us at Booth
#4480.
September 16th – 18th Natural Products Expo East
If you didn’t get to check us out at the Expo West,
please come by our booth in Washington. We will be there,
showcasing our amazing Ancient Sun products: Booth #2866.
