What are Glyconutrients?
What are Glyconutrients?
by: Theryssa Gossman
Simply stated, the Greek word glyco refers to "sweet." Hence, a glyconutrient is
a biochemical that contains a sugar molecule. The prefix "glyco" can be placed
in front of a fat, protein or any molecule and suggests that a sugar is
attached. Glycobiology is the study of the sugar portion of these proteins and
fats.
Glycoprotein = Sugar attached to a protein.
Glycolipid = Sugar attached to a fat.
Glycoform = Any sugar form.
Glyconutrients are not vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, herbs, enzymes or
homeopathic drugs. They are carbohydrates. Just as there are essential proteins
called amino acids and essential fats called fatty acids, glyconutrients are the
newly discovered class of necessary carbohydrate nutrients.
The efficacy of glyconutrients has been established by the world's leading
scientists and researchers as the key to proper cellular communication and
proper cell function. Many medical professionals and research scientists believe
this medical breakthrough in glycoscience will lead to glyconutrients becoming a
household word within the next three years and believe Glyconutrients will soon
become mandatory for overall health. With the speculation of becoming a "staple
nutritional supplement" for all 6 billion people on Earth, even business
analysts believe Glyconutrients will become a household staple.
Scientists are networking over the emergence of this new technology called
"glycobiology"- the discovery of cellular communication! Books and articles are
being published on this life-enhancing technology everyday! It is exciting to
see how nutritional supplementation of glyconutrients can play a role major in
supporting our bodies.
M.D. News, ~ June 2002. M.D. News, a national publication with regionalized
editions in 40 major medical markets in the U.S. This 3-page article covers the
science of sugars and reviews specific topics such as successes with
fibromyalgia, toxic shock and diabetes.
Featured is Michelle, who in 1998 was a typical 10- year-old child with Down
syndrome, attention deficit, always sick and hospitalized many times due to
severe asthma attacks. Her life consisted of the nebulizer, antibiotics and
steroids. That daily medical regime is no longer a part of her life since her
parents, Barbara and Jacques, began giving her glyconutrient products. "Michelle
now has the quality of life every parent wants for his or her child," says
Barbara. "We know she'll get sick from time to time, but it won't be life
threatening. Michelle has always been a beautiful child, but we and others have
noticed that the facial features associated with Down syndrome have become less
pronounced, a side benefit we didn't expect." (excerpt from Las Vegas Magazine,
July/August 2001.)
There are stories like this one pouring in day after day about glyconutrients.
Go and learn all you can about this exciting discovery for health and nutrition.
About The Author Theryssa Gossman Independant Mannatech Associate.
Glyconutrients Advocate helping people get back missing nutrients to improve
health and wellness. http://www.1-a-glyconutrients.com |
