Ischemia

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Also known as:  Ischaemia

 

Description

Ischemia involves the absence of or inadequate Blood Circulation to any region of the body due to underlying mechanical obstruction (usually due to narrowing of the Arteries) of Blood Circulation.

 

These Substances may Counteract the Toxic Effects of Ischemia

Amino Acids

 Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC) may counteract the toxic effects of Ischemia on the Brain.  [1]

 Following Ischemia, Taurine levels may fall to approximately 33% of their normal levels (indicating that supplemental Taurine should be administered to persons affected by Ischemia).  [2]

 

Carbohydrates

 Ribose (60 grams per day) may increase the Heart’s tolerance to Ischemia in Atherosclerosis patients.  [3]

 

Hormones

 Melatonin may protect the Brain against the toxic effects of Ischemia.  [4]

 

Peptides

 Carnosine may protect the Brain against the toxic effects of Ischemia.  [5]

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