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Cancer Statistics in Hong Kong: The Need for Early Detection

According to 2022 statistics from the Hong Kong Cancer Registry under the Hospital Authority, there were 35,373 new cancer cases in Hong Kong, averaging 97 daily diagnoses. Cancer incidence rates per 100,000 population were 482 overall, with males (514) slightly higher than females (454). The top five cancers—lung, breast, colorectal, prostate, and liver cancers—accounted for 58% of all new cases. Despite advancements in treatment, late-stage diagnoses remain a critical challenge, underscoring the urgent need for Early Cancer Detection strategies.

 

What is a CTC test?

The CTC test (Circulating Tumor Cell Test) is an innovative cancer screening method that detects cancer cells in the bloodstream before tumors are visible on imaging scans. This test is particularly effective for identifying cancer at its earliest stages, such as when tumors are smaller than 6 mm.

 

How is CTC test Done?

The CTC test involves a simple blood draw, where a sample is analyzed for the presence of circulating tumor cells (CTCs). These cells are released into the bloodstream as cancer progresses, making them a key biomarker for early detection.

 

How Accurate is the CTC test?

A 2015 study by Papasotiriou et al. demonstrated that the CTC test achieves 86.2% sensitivity and 83.9% specificity across various cancers, including breast, prostate, pancreatic, colon, and melanoma. This high accuracy makes it a reliable tool for Early Cancer Detection. 

 

Key Benefits of the CTC Test

 

1. Early Cancer Detection

The CTC Test can identify cancer at its earliest stages, even before symptoms appear or tumors are visible on imaging. This is crucial for improving survival rates and treatment outcomes.

 

2. Monitoring Treatment Effectiveness

By tracking CTC blood test results, doctors can assess how well a patient is responding to treatment. For example, a decrease in CTC levels often indicates successful therapy.

 

3. Personalized Cancer Therapy

The CTC Test evaluates how cancer cells respond to specific treatments, such as chemotherapy or immunotherapy. This information helps doctors tailor personalized treatment plans for better outcomes.

 

Who Should Consider CTC Testing?

  • Individuals with a family history of cancer or elevated risk factors (e.g., smoking, obesity).
  • Those seeking proactive Early Cancer Detection through advanced cancer screening methods.
  • Patients undergoing cancer treatment who need to monitor their progress.

 

CTC Testing Process

  1. Consultation : Review medical history and test details with a healthcare provider.
  2. Blood Draw : A simple blood sample is collected.
  3. Lab Analysis : Samples are processed in ISO-certified labs using advanced flow cytometry.
  4.  CTC Test Report : A detailed CTC Test report is generated, highlighting the presence and quantity of circulating tumor cells.
  5. Results Interpretation : Your doctor will explain the CTC Test results and recommend appropriate next steps, such as further testing or treatment adjustments.

CTC Test Price and Accessibility

  • CTC Test Price: The cost typically ranges from 10,000to 20,000 HKD, depending on the provider and location.
  • CTC Test Registration: Many hospitals and specialized clinics offer CTC Test services. You can easily register online or by contacting a healthcare provider
  • CTC Test  Near Me: To find a CTC Test  facility near you, search for “CTC Test  near me” or consult your local cancer center.

The Importance of Early Cancer Detection

Early Cancer Detection is critical for improving survival rates and reducing treatment complexity. Studies show that catching cancer early significantly increases the chances of successful treatment. For example:

  • Early Detection of Cancer Statistics: Patients diagnosed at an early stage have a 5-year survival rate of over 90% for many cancers.
  • Does Early Detection of Cancer Save Lives?: Yes, early detection can lead to less aggressive treatments and better quality of life.

 

Future Prospects

The CTC Test  is poised to revolutionize cancer care by integrating with AI and other advanced technologies. This will enhance its accuracy and expand its applications in Early Cancer Detection and personalized treatment.

 

Conclusion

The CTC Test  is a groundbreaking tool for Early Cancer Detection, offering high accuracy, non-invasive testing, and personalized insights. Whether you’re at risk for cancer or currently undergoing treatment, the  CTC Test can provide valuable information to guide your healthcare decisions.

 

Contact us to learn more about CTC testing services.

参考资料::

    • Hospital Authority Hong Kong Cancer Registry (2022 data).
    • Papasotiriou et al. (2015). Journal of Cancer Therapy. 
    • Cristofanilli, M., Budd, G. T., Ellis, M. J., et al. (2004). Circulating tumor cells, disease progression, and survival in metastatic breast cancer. The New England Journal of Medicine, 351(8), 781-791. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa041993
    • Nagrath, S., Sequist, L. V., Maheswaran, S., et al. (2007). Isolation of rare circulating tumour cells in cancer patients by microchip technology. Nature, 450(7173), 1235-1239. https://doi.org/10.1038/nature06385
    • Pantel, K., & Alix-Panabières, C. (2010). Circulating tumor cells in cancer patients: Challenges and perspectives. Trends in Molecular Medicine, 16(9), 478-485. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molmed.2010.07.001
    • Alix-Panabières, C., & Pantel, K. (2016).Clinical Applications of Circulating Tumor Cells and Circulating Tumor DNA as Liquid Biopsy.Cancer Discovery  
    • World Health Organization (WHO).Cancer: Early Diagnosis and Screening.https://www.who.int/cancer/prevention/diagnosis-screening/en/

 

*Disclaimer:  The content of this article is provided solely for general informational, educational, and reference purposes and is not intended for medical diagnosis, treatment, or as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified medical doctor or healthcare provider for any health-related concerns, individualized diagnosis, or treatment plans. 

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]]> 8250 Men’s Health: Understanding Testosterone https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/mens-health-understanding-testosterone/ Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:42:21 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/immunity-gut-health/

什么是睾酮？它有多重要？

睾酮是一种类固醇激素，男性从青春期开始终生由睪丸分泌。然而从30岁左右开始，睾酮水平会随年龄增长以每年1-2%的速度下降。不良生活习惯可能加速这个过程，例如过量饮酒、睡眠不足、缺乏运动、压力过大和饮食不均衡。

 

睾酮不仅负责调节性欲（性冲动），还影响骨密度、体脂率、肌肉量以及红血球的生成。当睾酮水平低于正常值时，可能导致肌肉量减少、性欲低下、易怒、抑郁、注意力不集中、体毛脱落、疲劳以及骨质疏松风险增加。

 

需特别注意的是，性欲并非仅由激素驱动。若生活习惯失衡，比如运动过量或不足、酗酒或存在抑郁/焦虑等心理问题，这些都可能影响性欲。因此找出根本原因至关重要，而非简单归咎于睾酮不足。

 

为何要检测性激素结合球蛋白（SHBG）？

所有激素都需要载体蛋白在体内运输。睾酮主要通过SHBG和白蛋白在体内传输1 。 SHBG与睾酮的结合能力远高于雌激素2 ，其主要作用是控制性激素对细胞的可用性并进行全身运输。要确定有多少睾酮能进入细胞（即「游离睾酮」），需通过SHBG与总睾酮水平的差值计算。现代实验室会自动进行这项计算来评估游离睾酮水平。相较总睾酮值，游离睾酮能更准确反映睾酮状态。3, 4

 

SHBG正常值范围为10-57mmol/L。男性随年龄增长常见的状况是SHBG水平升高，从而阻碍游离睾酮被细胞利用。 SHBG过高的症状与前述低睾酮症状相似。5

 

因此我们需要找出SHBG升高的原因来降低其水平。对男性而言可能与甲状腺机能亢进6 或生长激素不足有关7。肝脏问题也是潜在因素，因为SHBG由肝脏产生，若患有非酒精性脂肪肝、肝炎或肝硬化等肝脏疾病，SHBG可能偏高。8,9.

 

生活习惯同样影响SHBG水平，包括酗酒10, 、吸烟11, 和过度压力12。这种压力也可能源自过度训练。

SHBG过高的长期影响

研究显示SHBG过高可能带来长期疾病风险，包括骨质流失与骨密度下降13,14. ，同时增加阿兹海默症15 和前列腺癌的患病风险。16

 

如何降低SHBG？

饮食调整能有效改善：高蛋白饮食有助降低SHBG17. 。建议蛋白质基础摄入量为每公斤体重1.2克，运动量较大者需适量增加。初步可透过肝功能检查确认总蛋白水平。

 

将体脂率降至健康水平也能降低SHBG18 ：女性建议低于22%，男性建议低于20%。

 

某些矿物质和维生素补充剂也能降低SHBG，其中硼元素效果最显著，效果最显著，研究建议每日摄入10mg可降低SHBG19. 。最佳补充形式为甘氨酸硼或柠檬酸硼。需注意的是，若总睾酮水平原本就高，SHBG自然会高于正常值，此时建议从低剂量（3-6mg/日）开始补充，2-4周后检测游离睾酮水平。理想值应维持在2-4%之间。

 

维生素D3能降低SHBG并提升睾酮，最适水平约50ng/dL。硼与维生素D3具有协同效应：硼能延长维生素D3在血液中的半衰期，增强其作用效果。鱼油同样能降低SHBG20 ，最安全的Omega-3摄取方式是食用沙丁鱼、鲭鱼、野生鲑鱼、鲱鱼或凤尾鱼等鱼类，每周四份即可（罐装产品Omega-3含量相当或更高）。

 

根据个人状况，可能需要从生活方式、饮食和训练计划等多方面着手调整。与功能医学专家合作能帮助您找到最佳平衡点，重获健康状态！

 

如需了解更多男性激素与性健康资讯，欢迎联系我们。

 

作者：Miles Price

References:

  1. Anderson DC. Sex-hormone-binding globulin. Clin Endocrinol (Oxf). 1974;3(1):69‐96.
  2. Dunn JF, Nisula BC, Rodbard D. Transport of steroid hormones: binding of 21 endogenous steroids to both testosterone-binding globulin and corticosteroid-binding globulin in human plasma. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1981;53(1):58‐68.
  3. Vermeulen A, Verdonck L, Kaufman JM. A critical evaluation of simple methods for the estimation of free testosterone in serum. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1999;84(10):3666‐3672
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  5. Ring J, Welliver C, Parenteau M, Markwell S, Brannigan RE, Köhler TS. The Utility of Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin in Hypogonadism and Infertile Males. J Urol. 2017;197(5):1326‐1331.
  6. Vierhapper H, Bieglmayer C, Nowotny P, Waldhäusl W. Normal serum concentrations of sex hormone binding-globulin in patients with hyperthyroidism due to subacute thyroiditis. Thyroid. 1998;8(12):1107‐1111.
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  8. Forbes A, Alexander GJ, Smith HM, Williams R. Elevation of serum sex hormone-binding globulin in females with fulminant hepatitis B virus infection. J Med Virol. 1988;26(1):93‐98. doi:10.1002/jmv.1890260113
  9. Maruyama Y, Adachi Y, Aoki N, Suzuki Y, Shinohara H, Yamamoto T. Mechanism of feminization in male patients with non-alcoholic liver cirrhosis: role of sex hormone-binding globulin. Gastroenterol Jpn. 1991;26(4):435‐439.
  10. Hirko KA, Spiegelman D, Willett WC, Hankinson SE, Eliassen AH. Alcohol consumption in relation to plasma sex hormones, prolactin, and sex hormone-binding globulin in premenopausal women. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2014;23(12):2943‐
  11. English KM, Pugh PJ, Parry H, Scutt NE, Channer KS, Jones TH. Effect of cigarette smoking on levels of bioavailable testosterone in healthy men. Clin Sci (Lond). 2001;100(6):661‐665.
  12. Lennartsson AK, Kushnir MM, Bergquist J, Billig H, Jonsdottir IH. Sex steroid levels temporarily increase in response to acute psychosocial stress in healthy men and women. Int J Psychophysiol. 2012;84(3):246‐253.
  13. Legrand E, Hedde C, Gallois Y, et al. Osteoporosis in men: a potential role for the sex hormone binding globulin. Bone. 2001;29(1):90‐95.
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作者：Miles Price

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]]> 6392 提升新陈代谢的生活技巧 https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/lifestyle-hacks-to-boost-metabolism/ Mon, 08 Aug 2022 03:20:44 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/functional-remedies-of-hair-loss-2/ Our metabolism isn’t just about weight management, it is the control system to release the energy your body needs to function. If you’re feeling sluggish in mind and body, consider these tips to help biohack your metabolic pathways and unleash your energetic potential. EVERY MEAL Think Protein Timing If you’re already health conscious, you might […]

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]]> 我们的新陈代谢不仅关乎体重管理，更是身体能量运作的重要调控系统。若您经常感到疲惫不堪，不妨尝试以下方法来优化代谢功能，释放身体潜在能量。

【每餐关键】

  • 掌握蛋白质摄取时机

若您注重健康，可能已设定每日蛋白质摄取目标。但要真正提升代谢效率，关键在于"每餐"都要摄取足够蛋白质，特别是早餐！建议选择优质蛋白来源，如肉类、鱼类、豆类、坚果、鸡蛋等。对于有特定健康目标或严格记录营养摄取的人，可将每日蛋白质总量（建议每公斤体重1.5-2克）平均分配至各餐。

【每日必补】

  • B群维生素的关键作用

B群维生素主要协助身体代谢碳水化合物、蛋白质和脂肪，并转化食物中的能量。缺乏B群可能导致疲劳和代谢异常，进而引发体重增加。值得注意的是，亚洲人群因MTHFR基因变异1 ，B12吸收效率较差，这意味即使补充B12，也可能无法达到理想效果。

【睡眠优先】

  • 优质睡眠不可妥协

睡眠与新陈代谢的昼夜节律密切相关。现代人普遍睡眠不足（每晚少于6小时）2 这会直接影响调控葡萄糖代谢的关键荷尔蒙－皮质醇和生长激素2 。睡眠不足会降低血糖调节能力，增加肥胖风险；反之，充足睡眠能显著提升全天的脂肪燃烧效率！

【重训必练】

  • 重量训练的燃脂优势

重量训练对体重管理的价值常被低估。研究显示，重训能提升静息代谢率－男性可增加9%，女性约4%3 。虽然有氧运动当下消耗更多热量，但重训能激活肌肉组织，产生持续数小时的"后燃效应"。研究证实阻力训练后，代谢提升效果最长可持续38小时4 ！此外，重训能同时锻炼多组肌群，效率更高。

【进阶选择】

  • 代谢优化点滴疗法

定期（每周至每月）接受高浓度营养点滴，能为细胞提供优化代谢所需的关键营养素。初步研究指出，高剂量B群静脉注射可降低氧化压力和炎症（透过增强氧化代谢），甚至能改善能量代谢与储存效率。5

立即行动建议：每餐摄取优质蛋白质、固定作息时间（包括周末）、制定含重训的每周运动计划、检测B群水平并选择MTHFR友善型B12补充剂

Contact us to talk to our team about boosting your metabolism this summer.

References:

  1. Wang X, Fu J, Li Q, Zeng D. Geographical and Ethnic Distributions of the MTHFR C677T, A1298C and MTRR A66G Gene Polymorphisms in Chinese Populations: A Meta-Analysis. PLoS One. 2016;11(4):e0152414. Published 2016 Apr 18. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0152414.
  2. Sharma S, Kavuru M. Sleep and metabolism: an overview. Int J Endocrinol. 2010;2010:270832. doi: 10.1155/2010/270832. Epub 2010 Aug 2. PMID: 20811596; PMCID: PMC2929498.
  3. Lemmer JT, Ivey FM, Ryan AS, et al. Effect of strength training on resting metabolic rate and physical activity: age and gender comparisons. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2001;33(4):532-541. doi:10.1097/00005768-200104000-00005.
  4. Schuenke, M.D., Mikat, R.P. & McBride, J.M. Effect of an acute period of resistance exercise on excess post-exercise oxygen consumption: implications for body mass management. Eur J Appl Physiol86, 411–417 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-001-0568-y.
  5. Ford TC, Downey LA, Simpson T, McPhee G, Oliver C, Stough C. The Effect of a High-Dose Vitamin B Multivitamin Supplement on the Relationship between Brain Metabolism and Blood Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress: A Randomized Control Trial. Nutrients. 2018;10(12):1860. Published 2018 Dec 1. doi:10.3390/nu10121860

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]]> 7562 Functional Remedies of Hair Loss https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/functional-remedies-of-hair-loss/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 21:35:07 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/functional-causes-of-hair-loss-in-men-2/ We believe health isn’t just the absence of disease, but looking and feeling your best. With Father’s Day this week, we’re looking into one of the most common complaints by men as they age – hair loss. Here are 7 functional remedies for hair loss. If you haven’t seen our previous article, check it out […]

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]]> We believe health isn’t just the absence of disease, but looking and feeling your best. With Father’s Day this week, we’re looking into one of the most common complaints by men as they age – hair loss. Here are 7 functional remedies for hair loss. If you haven’t seen our previous article, check it out for the common causes of reversible hair loss.

Detoxification

As toxins have been linked to hair loss, evidence-based detoxification can remove the triggers for hair loss and begin letting hair regeneration occur. The liver doesn’t just clear out toxic compounds, it also clears excess hormones – such as excess DHT known to cause a large percentage of male hair loss cases.

  • Chelation therapy works by introducing a chelator to the body, usually through an IV. Chelators (like DMSA and EDTA) are compounds that act as a sponge to soak up heavy metals before safely excreting them in your urine.1 Proper chelation should be low and slow to reduce the common side effects of detoxification like fatigue, brain fog, mood disruption, sleeping issues and more. Just be sure to include nutrient replenishment afterwards, as chelation can strip some of your essential minerals along with it.
  • Infrared sauna therapy raises your internal temperature to induce a sweat response. Sweating is an ancient therapy that is now proven by science to help the body rid itself of heavy metals including lead, mercury, arsenic and cadmium.2
  • Glutathione IV therapy supplies high but safe doses of this master antioxidant to help detoxify and eliminate toxins from the liver, lungs, intestines, and kidneys. It is also able to pull out fat-soluble toxins and heavy metals that may be sitting in hard-to-detox places like our fat.3

Detoxification should be a holistic approach that includes limiting ongoing toxic exposure while supporting the body’s natural detoxification pathways. Whatever the therapy, once the toxic load is alleviated, liver function can be improved and excess hormones or toxins can stop getting in the way of healthy hair growth.

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You can’t build anything without the nutrients to do so, whether it’s muscles, long nails or thick hair. A good start is to test your nutrient status to assess any key gaps that might be causing the hair loss. Nutrients aren’t just linked to hair loss, but nutritional therapy has been proven to exert therapeutic effects.4,5

  • Correcting nutrient gaps in zinc, iron, niacin, selenium, fatty acids and protein have been shown to positively effect hair regrowth. For example, patients with low serum zinc and hair loss who were given 50 mg/day of zinc supplementation for twelve weeks reported a positive effect.6 While these studies tend to single out individual nutrients, fixing nutrition as a whole could have huge impacts!
  • Nutrient therapy uses the power of nutrition to biohack the body’s natural processes. Some forms of hair loss, namely alopecia areata (AA), can be a result of the immune system attacking the hair follicle. Vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids have not only been associated with immune-balancing effects, they have also been linked to AA.4,5

Nutritional IVs are an amazing way of providing quick and personalized doses of essential nutrients to replenish stores and kickstart hair regrowth. IVs bypass the gut and therefore are often able to raise internal levels (like serum, blood, tissue) more effectively than oral alternatives.7

Whole-Body Microbiome

Sometimes our hair is hurting because our body is too busy fighting pathogenic or opportunistic microorganisms to thrive. Alopecia areata (AA) was linked to gut dysbiosis, skin fungi and even certain viral infections.8

  • A microbiome reset starts with testing. The Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP) is a clinical tool that measures gastrointestinal microbiota DNA from a single stool sample. In other words, it tells us if there are types (and quantities) of microorganisms in your gut that may be causing widespread inflammation, immune imbalance and hair loss. If there are high levels of pathogenic microorganisms, a microbiome reset may be recommended. In a reset, you are given a cycle of antibiotics to kill off the microorganisms, followed by a comprehensive cycle of probiotics. These healthy microorganisms are then able to colonize your gut and keep pathogenic species under control long-term.
  • Targeted supplement therapy is an alternative option that focuses on harnessing the power of nutraceuticals to combat pathogens. Potent anti-fungal options include caprylic acid, oregano oil, garlic and grapefruit seed extract9 while probiotics can help remedy gut dysbiosis. Probiotic strains L. reuteri and L. acidophilus have been studied for intestinal immunomodulation, which may be helpful for AA in particular. Targeted supplement therapy may help slowly tip the balance between good vs bad microorganisms to rebalance the body and support hair regrowth.11

Hair loss is extremely common, not just later in life, but in our 40’s, 30’s, and even 20’s. Thankfully, many types of hair loss are reversible. We hope that our list of therapy options gives you the knowledge that they are avenues to explore and the hope that hair loss doesn’t have to be a fact of life. Contact us to talk to our team about solutions that might work for your body and your goals.

References:

  1. Sears ME. Chelation: harnessing and enhancing heavy metal detoxification–a review. ScientificWorldJournal. 2013;2013:219840. Published 2013 Apr 18. doi:10.1155/2013/219840
  2. Sears ME, Kerr KJ, Bray RI. Arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury in sweat: a systematic review. J Environ Public Health. 2012;2012:184745. doi:10.1155/2012/184745
  3. Pizzorno J. Glutathione!. Integr Med (Encinitas). 2014;13(1):8-12.
  4. Goldberg, L. J., & Lenzy, Y. (2010). Nutrition and hair. Clinics in dermatology, 28(4), 412–419. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clindermatol.2010.03.038
  5. Guo EL, Katta R. Diet and hair loss: effects of nutrient deficiency and supplement use. Dermatol Pract Concept. 2017;7(1):1-10. Published 2017 Jan 31. doi:10.5826/dpc.0701a01
  6. Park, H., Kim, C. W., Kim, S. S., & Park, C. W. (2009). The therapeutic effect and the changed serum zinc level after zinc supplementation in alopecia areata patients who had a low serum zinc level. Annals of dermatology, 21(2), 142–146. https://doi.org/10.5021/ad.2009.21.2.142
  7. Padayatty, S. J., Sun, H., Wang, Y., Riordan, H. D., Hewitt, S. M., Katz, A., Wesley, R. A., & Levine, M. (2004). Vitamin C pharmacokinetics: implications for oral and intravenous use. Annals of internal medicine, 140(7), 533–537. https://doi.org/10.7326/0003-4819-140-7-200404060-00010
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  9. Lisa Richards, CNC, reviewed by Dr Eric Wood, ND. The Candida Diet. Natural Antifungals: The Strongest Candida Killers. (2022). Available at: https://www.thecandidadiet.com/guide-to-antifungals/
  10. Hemarajata P, Versalovic J. Effects of probiotics on gut microbiota: mechanisms of intestinal immunomodulation and neuromodulation. Therap Adv Gastroenterol. 2013;6(1):39-51. doi:10.1177/1756283X12459294

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]]> 7545 男性掉发的功能性原因 https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/functional-causes-of-hair-loss-in-men/ Thu, 02 Jun 2022 23:11:35 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/10-foods-for-healthy-skin-2/ With Father’s Day around the corner, many fathers might love to receive a full head of hair! While we can’t gift that, we can talk about why hair loss is on the rise in men of all ages. The proportion of men with moderate to extensive hair loss increases with age, ranging from 16% for […]

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]]> 父亲节将至，许多爸爸最渴望的礼物或许是拥有一头浓密秀发！虽然我们无法直接送上这份礼物，但可以深入探讨为何现代男性掉发问题日益普遍。数据显示，18-29岁男性中已有16%出现中度至严重掉发，而40-49岁年龄层的比例更高达53%1 。虽然掉发可能发生在任何人身上，但男性确实更为常见。

排除遗传因素后，以下列出几大可能逆转的掉发原因（排名不分先后）：

毒性物质暴露

根据2007-2017年间47项研究的系统性回顾，与掉发相关的毒性物质包括：铊、汞、硒、秋水仙素、硼酸、砷，以及某些合成鸦片类药物。2

缺乏营养素

营养素是细胞的基本建构材料，因此营养不良与发量稀疏、发质变差密切相关。值得注意的是，头发生长在人体生理机能中属于次要功能，唯有当身体处于健康状态时，才能维持茂密生长。维持头发健康的关键营养素包括：铁、锌、烟碱酸、硒、生物素、维生素A和D3 。此外，低蛋白饮食也会导致掉发，因为头发95%由角蛋白构成。

药物副作用

不仅强效的化学治疗会造成掉发。研究显示，即使是抗生素、避孕药，甚至常见的止痛药如布洛芬等看似温和的药物，也可能引起暂时性掉发。4

荷尔蒙失衡

荷尔蒙失衡会全面影响头发的生长、强韧度与光泽度。甲状腺激素失衡会导致头发变得细软脆弱，而过高的睾酮水平（特别是二氢睾酮DHT）会促使毛囊萎缩并缩短生长周期5 。值得注意的是，许多常见的生发药物正是通过阻断DHT受体来发挥作用。6

真菌过度繁殖

真菌特别容易在温暖潮湿的环境中滋生。念珠菌这类真菌尤其容易失控繁殖，特别是在摄取过多糖分或长期处于压力状态下。当体内念珠菌过度生长时，头皮可能出现发红、发炎、搔痒和脱屑等症状，进而导致局部性掉发。7

值得庆幸的是，大多数功能性掉发都是可以逆转的，而且越早采取行动效果越好。敬请期待我们下一篇关于减少掉发的具体方法，或 欢迎联系我们， 获取个人化解决方案。

References:

  1. Rhodes, T., Girman, C. J., Savin, R. C., Kaufman, K. D., Guo, S., Lilly, F. R., Siervogel, R. M., & Chumlea, W. C. (1998). Prevalence of male pattern hair loss in 18-49 year old men. Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.], 24(12), 1330–1332. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1524-4725.1998.tb00009.x
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  3. Guo EL, Katta R. Diet and hair loss: effects of nutrient deficiency and supplement use. Dermatol Pract Concept. 2017;7(1):1-10. Published 2017 Jan 31. doi:10.5826/dpc.0701a01
  4. https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hair-loss/understanding-hair-loss-basics
  5. Grymowicz, Monika et al. “Hormonal Effects on Hair Follicles.” International journal of molecular sciences 21,15 5342. 28 Jul. 2020, doi:10.3390/ijms21155342
  6. https://www.healthline.com/health/dht#treatment
  7. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22967-scalp-yeast-infection

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]]> 7538 10种有益皮肤健康的食物 https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/10-foods-for-healthy-skin/ Fri, 20 May 2022 01:26:21 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/are-you-metabolically-healthy-2/ Our skin is a mirror of our internal health. Imperfections can arise from a wide range of sub-optimal functioning – especially poor gut health and immune imbalances! So if nourishing the body from the inside-out is the secret to skin health, what should you eat? 1. Fatty fish We can’t talk skin health without mentioning […]

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]]> 我们的皮肤就像一面镜子，真实反映着内在健康状态。特别是当肠道功能失调或免疫系统失衡时，这些问题往往最先表现在皮肤上！既然由内而外的滋养是维持皮肤健康的关键，那么哪些食物最值得推荐呢？

1. 富含脂肪的鱼类

谈论皮肤健康绝对不能忽略健康脂肪的重要性！像鲑鱼这类富含omega-3脂肪酸的鱼类，能有效抑制导致皮肤泛红、浮肿和暗沉的炎症反应。研究显示，omega-3不仅能改善痘痘问题，还能提供天然紫外线防护，让肤色更加均匀。1

2. 枸杞

中医传统认为枸杞等食物具有滋阴降火的功效，能帮助养出无瑕肌肤。现代研究也证实，枸杞富含抗氧化剂，确实能提亮肤色并延缓老化迹象。

3. 蒲公英茶

这是另一个中医美容秘方。蒲公英茶能有效帮助肝脏、肾脏和膀胱排毒。但需特别注意，体质偏寒者应适量饮用。

4. 益生菌

肠道健康与皮肤状态息息相关！研究发现，益生菌疗法能预防和改善湿疹、痤疮、皮肤炎症、紫外线损伤和伤口愈合等问题。2 建议选择天然优格、泡菜等发酵食品（购买时请确认标签注明「益生菌」或「发酵」，因为许多市售腌制品仅用醋浸泡，不含活性益生菌）。

5. 骨头汤

骨头汤已被证实具有抗炎特性，同时富含甘胺酸和脯胺酸——这两种是构成胶原蛋白的关键原料。胶原蛋白纤维形成皮肤的弹性和结构基础。可惜随着年龄增长，这些结构会逐渐分解，当胶原蛋白生成减缓，皱纹和松弛就会随之出现。3,4

6. 火麻籽

这些小小的种子不仅提供健康脂肪，还是锌的优质来源。要知道，皮肤是人体第三大锌消耗器官，锌直接参与皮肤细胞更新，因此能有效改善肤质[5]。

7. 芭乐

没有什么比热带水果更能带来夏日般的光彩肌肤！芭乐富含茄红素——这种营养素通常与番茄联想在一起。研究显示，存在于皮脂中的茄红素能保护皮肤免受紫外线伤害和老化影响。6

8. 豆类

看似平凡的豆子、扁豆或豌豆其实富含膳食纤维。您可能以为自己摄取了足够纤维，但统计显示约95%的人纤维摄取不足。7 纤维不足会导致肠道积聚废物和毒素，这些有害物质进入血液循环后就会直接反映在皮肤状态上。

9. 石榴汁

除了富含让肌肤发光的抗氧化剂外，石榴汁还含有天然抗菌成分能预防痘痘；研究显示可能具有预防皮肤癌的潜力；同时被认为能促进细胞再生，加速代谢老废细胞，帮助重现年轻肌肤。8,9

10. 桦树菇

蘑菇的护肤功效常被大众忽略。桦树菇具有强效抗病毒和抗菌特性，能有效预防痤疮。最新研究更发现其抑制黑色素生成的功效——这意味着它能帮助提亮肤色和淡化晒斑。10

以上就是我们精心整理的护肤食物推荐清单。请记住：关键不在于吃什么，而在于身体能吸收什么！当我们出现腹胀、痉挛、腹泻、便秘、胀气等症状时，肠道可能无法充分吸收所需营养素。在这种情况下，营养点滴疗法能直接提供高剂量营养，帮助我们对抗环境毒素，中和自由基损伤，预防老化迹象，全面支持皮肤健康！

欢迎随时联系我们，了解更多由内而外改善皮肤健康的专业建议。

References:

  1. Thomsen, B. J., Chow, E. Y., & Sapijaszko, M. J. (2020). The Potential Uses of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Dermatology: A Review. Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery, 24(5), 481–494. https://doi.org/10.1177/1203475420929925
  2. Roudsari, M. R., Karimi, R., Sohrabvandi, S., & Mortazavian, A. M. (2015). Health effects of probiotics on the skin. Critical reviews in food science and nutrition, 55(9), 1219–1240. https://doi.org/10.1080/10408398.2012.680078
  3. Alcock RD, Shaw GC, Tee N, Burke LM. Plasma Amino Acid Concentrations After the Ingestion of Dairy and Collagen Proteins, in Healthy Active Males. Front Nutr. 2019;6:163. Published 2019 Oct 15. doi:10.3389/fnut.2019.00163
  4. Varani J, Dame MK, Rittie L, et al. Decreased collagen production in chronologically aged skin: roles of age-dependent alteration in fibroblast function and defective mechanical stimulation. Am J Pathol. 2006;168(6):1861-1868. doi:10.2353/ajpath.2006.051302
  5. Cao C, Xiao Z, Wu Y, Ge C. Diet and Skin Aging-From the Perspective of Food Nutrition. Nutrients. 2020;12(3):870. Published 2020 Mar 24. doi:10.3390/nu12030870
  6. Petyaev, I. et al. (2019). Lycopene presence in facial skin corneocytes and sebum and its association with circulating lycopene isomer profile: Effects of age and dietary supplementation. Food science & nutrition, 7(4), 1157–1165. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.799
  7. Quagliani D, Felt-Gunderson P. Closing America’s Fiber Intake Gap: Communication Strategies From a Food and Fiber Summit. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2016;11(1):80-85. Published 2016 Jul 7. doi:10.1177/1559827615588079
  8. Can Pomegranate Improve the Health of My Skin? 2020. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/pomegranate-benefits-on-skin.
  9. Bassiri-Jahromi S. Punica granatum(Pomegranate) activity in health promotion and cancer prevention. Oncol Rev. 2018;12(1):345. Published 2018 Jan 30. doi:10.4081/oncol.2018.345
  10. Yan, Z. F., Yang, Y., Tian, F. H., Mao, X. X., Li, Y., & Li, C. T. (2014). Inhibitory and Acceleratory Effects of Inonotus obliquus on Tyrosinase Activity and Melanin Formation in B16 Melanoma Cells. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine: eCAM, 2014, 259836. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/259836.

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]]> 7511 你的代谢健康吗？ https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/are-you-metabolically-healthy/ Thu, 12 May 2022 04:54:18 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/can-iodine-deficiency-cause-cancer-2/ This is a pertinent question we should all be asking ourselves. As it appears that no matter what age you are, 40 or 80, if you’re ‘metabolically’ unhealthy or have signs of metabolic syndrome you’re more likely to suffer from illness. Being metabolically healthy also reduces your risk of developing other more slow-growing chronic diseases […]

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]]> 这个问题值得每个人深思。无论你是40岁还是80岁，只要代谢不健康或出现代谢综合症征兆，患病风险就会显著增加。维持代谢健康更能有效降低患上慢性疾病的机会，包括心脏病、糖尿病、癌症及认知障碍症等。

一般来说，代谢健康评估是透过年度身体检查进行的，医生会根据以下5项标准来判断代谢健康状况。 2002年美国国家胆固醇教育计划成人治疗小组（NCEP ATPIII）制定的代谢综合症定义标准包括：

  • 空腹三酸甘油酯水平超过150 mg/dL
  • 空腹高密度脂蛋白低于40 mg/dL
  • 空腹血糖超过100 mg/dL
  • 腰围超过40吋（男性）或35吋（女性）
  • 血压达130/85 mmHg或以上

若符合其中3项，即被界定为代谢综合症，亦即「代谢不健康」。代谢涉及身体多个关键系统，透过分析葡萄糖和脂质代谢，我们能预测一个人未来患上癌症、心脏病和糖尿病等慢性疾病的风险。但从功能医学角度来看，现行标准存在重大缺陷——大多数人在检测时都能达标，造成健康假象，实际上这些参考值设定得过于宽松。

空腹三酸甘油酯

以空腹三酸甘油酯为例，超过150 mg/dL才被视为异常，这个标准实在过高。高三酸甘油酯血症（即血液脂肪水平过高）会加剧胰岛素阻抗和炎症反应。理想水平应维持在100 mg/dL以下，以减轻对血管的炎症和氧化损害。

空腹高密度脂蛋白

高密度脂蛋白低于40 mg/dL即被归类为偏低，但这种水平与心血管疾病发展密切相关，特别是当三酸甘油酯和低密度脂蛋白同时偏高时。理想水平应达60mg/dL或以上，才能充分发挥高密度脂蛋白的保护作用——将低密度脂蛋白从血液运回肝脏，减少其氧化变质的机会。但这些保护作用只有在三酸甘油酯和低密度脂蛋白均低于100时才有效。

更具参考价值的是高密度脂蛋白/总胆固醇比率，以及三酸甘油酯/高密度脂蛋白比率。前者应大于0.24，比率越高越好；后者若超过4即属偏高，这个比率是预测心脏病最有力的指标之一。研究显示「三酸甘油酯/高密度脂蛋白比率最高的人群，患心脏病的风险是最低比率者的16倍」。

空腹血糖

空腹血糖标准100mg/dL同样设定过高。研究指出，空腹血糖超过95mg/dL的人，未来患糖尿病风险是低于90mg/dL者的3倍。从功能医学角度，我们建议将空腹血糖控制在85mg/dL以下为佳。

腰围

虽然男性40吋、女性35吋的腰围标准能反映代谢风险，但更重要的是测量内脏脂肪含量。内脏脂肪会分泌影响代谢疾病风险的激素，其中脂联素和瘦素是两个关键指标——理想状态是脂联素水平高而瘦素水平低。研究证实高瘦素水平与动脉粥样硬化和心脏病密切相关。

要准确测量内脏脂肪需要进行电脑扫描或磁力共振检查，简易方法是计算总体脂的10%。体脂分析仪显示内脏脂肪健康水平应低于13%，超过此数值即属不健康，建议立即调整生活习惯。

总括而言，与医疗专业人员讨论代谢风险时，建议采用上述功能医学参数进行更精准的评估。如需了解更多关于代谢健康检测的详细资讯，欢迎随时联络我们的专业团队。

References:

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]]> 6302 母亲节呵护肌肤指南 https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/save-your-skin-this-mothers-day/ Sat, 07 May 2022 18:55:58 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/boosting-your-health-with-ivs-2/

为人母亲从来不是易事，但这无疑是世界上最神圣的工作。为了感谢您无私的付出，现在正是好好照顾自己（或是您敬爱的母亲！）的最佳时机。以下我们将分享快速恢复肌肤健康的专业秘诀！本文将深入探讨拥有健康光泽肌肤的科学方法。

 

 

静脉点滴疗法

静脉点滴（IV drips）能带来多重美容效益。这种疗法能直接将关键营养素输送至血液系统，大幅提升吸收效率。现代人普遍面临维他命缺乏问题，而日常生活压力更会加剧这种状况。营养不足常表现为肌肤暗沉、脱发、指甲脆弱等外在症状。传统护肤品如面霜、精华和洁面产品仅能提供表面暂时性改善，无法解决体内营养缺乏的根本问题。此外，许多口服维他命和补充剂不仅吸收率低，还可能刺激消化系统。相较之下，静脉点滴能确保营养素被高效吸收，真正实现「由内而外的美丽蜕变」。

静脉点滴的最大优势在于其即时效果，改善几乎立即可见。 24小时内就能观察到肌肤质地和光泽的显著提升，使肌肤更加水润饱满，同时获得排毒和修复所需的关键营养。相较于可能产生副作用且需要术后护理的填充剂和肉毒杆菌素等美容程序，静脉点滴疗法完全安全，除日常基础护理外几乎无需特别照护。这也是为什么许多演员会在重要活动前选择此疗法，而新娘们也特别青睐在婚礼前接受疗程，确保在大日子当天展现最佳状态。

 

静脉点滴对肌肤的潜在效益包括：

  • 显著改善色素沉淀问题
  • 深度滋养与修复受损肌肤
  • 使肌肤触感更加细致光滑
  • 赋予肌肤自然健康光泽
  • 有效收缩粗大毛孔
  • 预防暗疮形成并淡化痘印
  • 延缓肌肤老化过程

 

关键营养素解析

均衡饮食始终是健康的基础。但针对性补充某些关键营养素能进一步优化肌肤状态。

  • 胶原蛋白

作为维持肌肤紧致度的核心成分，胶原蛋白在40-50岁荷尔蒙水平下降导致皮肤弹性减弱时尤为重要。此外，胶原蛋白还能：维持软骨结构完整性，保护关节健康。以及作为构成骨骼的主要基质，帮助保持骨密度。

  • 谷胱甘肽

这种由细胞自然产生的强效抗氧化剂，由谷氨酰胺、甘氨酸和半胱氨酸三种氨基酸组成。当肝脏因不良饮食或酒精摄取过量而承受氧化压力时，谷胱甘肽会被大量消耗，可能导致脂肪肝等问题。其浓度也会随年龄增长自然下降。提升谷胱甘肽水平能：增强身体抗氧化防御系统、强化肝脏解毒功能。

  • 维他命C

作为强效抗氧化剂，维他命C能：预防紫外线导致的皮肤损伤、作为合成胶原蛋白的必要辅因子。而缺乏维他命C可能导致：皮肤粗糙干燥、毛发生长异常、伤口愈合迟缓、皱纹形成加剧。

一项针对56名患者的研究证实，连续8周补充含维他命A、C、E和前花青素的复方营养素，能安全有效地改善皮肤色素沉淀问题。

 

在这个特别的母亲节，何不将这项专业疗程纳入您的自我护理计划？或是将这份「光彩礼物」赠予您生命中最伟大的母亲，用最实际的方式表达您的感恩之情。

 

参考资料:

  1. Ali A, et al. (2008). Intravenous micronutrient therapy (Myers’ cocktail) for fibromyalgia: A placebo-controlled pilot study. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2894814/
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    doi.org/10.1186/1475-2891-3-6

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]]> 7493 功能性治疗长期新冠肺炎症状 https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/functional-approach-to-long-term-covid-19-symptoms/ Sat, 23 Apr 2022 20:09:33 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/the-top-5-womens-health-issues-2/

随着疫情持续发展，越来越多康复者开始出现各种长期后遗症状。虽然目前医学界尚未找到根治新冠肺炎的方法，但已有数种功能性治疗方式能有效缓解这些持续性症状。本文将详细说明新冠肺炎常见的慢性症状，并提供经临床验证的功能性治疗方案，帮助您在这段康复期提升生活品质。

新冠肺炎的急性症状已广为人知，但关于病毒造成的长期影响，医学界仍在持续研究中。值得注意的是，大量康复者回报出现持续数周甚至数月的后遗症状，这些被统称为「长新冠」的症状主要包括：

  • 极度疲劳与体力不支
  • 脑雾（认知功能障碍）（1）
  • 记忆力明显衰退（2）
  • 呼吸急促与气短
  • 持续性咳嗽
  • 味觉与嗅觉异常
  • 关节疼痛与不适
  • 荷尔蒙失衡与月经紊乱

针对长期新冠症状的功能性治疗方案

虽然新冠肺炎的长期影响机制尚待厘清，但众多患者正饱受慢性疲劳、脑雾等持续症状困扰。虽然没有一体适用的解决方案，但以下功能性治疗方法已证实能带来显著改善：

  • 免疫调节补充剂例如维他命C与锌：强化免疫系统功能
  • NAD+（烟酰胺腺嘌呤二核苷酸）：提升细胞能量代谢，改善精神清晰度（3）
  • 高效抗氧化剂：减轻病毒引发的慢性发炎反应
  • 生活方式调整，例如渐进式运动训练、充足且高品质的睡眠、正念冥想等压力管理技巧、均衡营养饮食计划

虽然目前尚无法完全根治长期新冠症状，但透过适当的功能性治疗，能有效协助身体：清除残留病毒片段、调节免疫系统过度反应、减轻慢性发炎症状、 逐步恢复最佳生理状态。我们建议您预约机能医学专家咨询，根据您的具体症状组合，量身定制最适合的个人化治疗方案。透过系统性的功能医学评估与治疗，大多数长新冠患者的症状都能获得显著改善。

References:

  1. Douaud, G., Lee, S., Alfaro-Almagro, F. et al. SARS-CoV-2 is associated with changes in brain structure in UK Biobank. Nature (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-022-04569-5
  2. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/media-resources/science-in-5/episode-47—post-COVID-19-condition?gclid=CjwKCAjw6dmSBhBkEiwA_W-EoGtvVNwNCeyyUgbKEAgDunzLmULnMmbW7h3qPjV4Rx8Ba83945RoIBoC9kAQAvD_BwE
  3. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/long-term-effects/index.html

Disclaimer:

This article is provided for educational and informational purposes only. The information is obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. The information does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment in general or for any specific condition and should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. No doctor-patient relationship is established as a result of the provision of this information and disclaims any obligation, responsibility or liability of whatever nature for any loss, damage, costs or expenses (whether direct, indirect or consequential) arising from or in respect of this content.

Dr See Yunn Ho 

Dr Ho See Yunn is a Physician with more than 15 years experience. She is board certified in both Singapore and Hong Kong and received her specialization in Family Medicine from Singapore. She also received her Advanced Fellowship in Functional and Nutritional Medicine and Peptide certification from the American Academy of Anti-Ageing and Regenerative Medicine. Dr Ho is trained and certified under Dr. Walsh’s advanced nutrient therapy protocols that use personalized nutrient treatment strategies to treat patients with behavior disorders, ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

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]]> 7478 【复原期必读】抗氧化疗法助你加速康复 https://lifeclinic.com.hk/zh_cn/recovering-from-illness-consider-antioxidant-therapy/ Wed, 13 Apr 2022 22:46:55 +0000 http://lifeclinic.com.hk/an-integrative-approach-to-optimizing-immunity-2/

复活节长假期将至，正是进行自我疗愈的黄金时机——特别是当你最近状态未如理想时！患病期间，身体急需额外支援才能重回正轨。

不同病毒虽有相异特性，但若你正从病毒感染中恢复，体内的抗氧化物质正被急速消耗！若不及时补充，不仅症状加剧、病程延长，更可能引发严重或慢性后遗症。

本文将深入探讨抗氧化剂在疾病康复中的关键作用，并结合最新新冠肺炎研究，剖析感染应对策略。

抗氧化剂的双重功效

当细胞对抗病毒等外来入侵者时，会产生活性氧物质（ROS）。这些如同「微型手榴弹」的物质能诱导病毒细胞死亡，虽有助消灭病原体，却也难免误伤自身细胞[1]。抗氧化剂的首要功能就是中和ROS等自由基的伤害，保护我们的细胞[2]。

抗氧化剂不仅是防护盾，更是主动出击的战士。如谷胱甘肽及其前体NAC（乙醯半胱氨酸）便展现出抑制病毒复制的功效。一篇新冠肺炎研究综述指出：「值得注意的是，唯一病情严重且谷胱甘肽显著降低的患者仍处于危重状态，而其他维持中高谷胱甘肽水平的患者均已康复。」[3] 学者推测，随年龄增长而自然下降的抗氧化水平，可能是长者易出现新冠重症的关键因素[4]。

短期而言，抗氧化剂能减轻患病时的不适感——须知许多症状如疼痛、肿胀、发烧、流鼻水等，其实源自身体防御机制而非病毒本身。长期来看，抵抗ROS伤害更能预防多种慢性退化性疾病，包括癌症、呼吸系统、神经退行性及消化系统疾病[2]。

三大抗氧化来源

抗氧化剂可透过体内合成或外部补充获取，以下三种途径能有效提升水平：

  1. 均衡饮食， 摄取富含健康脂肪和彩色蔬果的饮食，可增加维他命C、E及多酚等强效植物化合物[2]。研究显示，以健康植物性食物为主的高质量饮食，能降低新冠肺炎感染风险与严重程度[5]。
  2. 口服补充剂， 若饮食不规律或营养不足，可考虑口服抗氧化剂。例如： 10万IU高剂量维他命D能强化患者呼吸功能[2] 525毫克姜黄素配2.5毫克胡椒碱（黑椒成分），助新冠患者血氧饱和度维持94%以上[6]
  3. 静脉注射治疗， 静脉输注抗氧化剂能加速康复。以静脉维他命C为例，其抗氧化特性可用于对抗呼吸系统感染中的「细胞因子风暴」（一种危及生命的全身性炎症反应）[7]。这正是多国将高剂量静脉维他命C纳入住院新冠患者治疗方案，并持续进行临床试验的原因[8]。

抗氧化剂一览

抗氧化剂种类繁多且功能各异，包括维他命、氨基酸、植物化学物（如多酚和类胡萝卜素），甚至褪黑激素等荷尔蒙。我们精选几种顶尖抗氧化剂及其应用方式：

  • 谷胱甘肽9-10

作为人体「抗氧化大师」，谷胱甘肽是呼吸道疾病康复的关键角色。虽然人体能自行合成，但患病期间极易耗竭，而维持高水平对抑制病毒复制至关重要。研究显示，谷胱甘肽不足的新冠患者预后较差。每周静脉输注谷胱甘肽，既能快速补充存量，也有助消除残留病毒活动与症状。

  • N-乙醯半胱氨酸（NAC）11

这种氨基酸衍生物是合成谷胱甘肽的前体，能有效增强抗病毒能力。 2020年科学综述指出：「NAC价格低廉、毒性极低、获FDA批准多年，有望改善新冠肺炎治疗策略。」可安全透过静脉注射、口服或吸入方式补充。

  • 高剂量维他命C 7,8,12

预防坏血病只需每日75-90毫克，但若要减轻ROS引起的炎症、保护肺组织及降低感染扩散风险，则需更高剂量。治疗级剂量的维他命C建议透过静脉输注，因肠道难以吸收足够剂量。目前多国正研究高剂量静脉维他命C对新冠治疗的成效。

 

这个长假期，正是运用抗氧化力量对抗病毒残余伤害的最佳时机！

欢迎联系我们的专业团队，量身订制最适合你的康复方案，释放健康潜能。

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  10. Premranjan Kumar, Ob Osahon, David B. Vides, Nicola Hanania, Charles G. Minard, Rajagopal V. Sekhar. Severe Glutathione Deficiency, Oxidative Stress and Oxidant Damage in Adults Hospitalized with COVID-19: Implications for GlyNAC (Glycine and N-Acetylcysteine) Supplementation.Antioxidants, 2021; 11 (1): 50 DOI: 3390/antiox11010050
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