Released on: January 30, 2008, 9:03 pm

Press Release Author: AustinQuanYin

Industry: Healthcare

Press Release Summary: Ever wonder if you really are what you eat? The Quan Yin
Center today introduces the BioPhotonic Scanner, a testing device that
non-invasively measures the human body\'s level of carotenoid antioxidants, and lets
you know if that apple a day really is keeping the doctor away.

Press Release Body: Austin, Texas, January 30, 2008 - Ever wonder if you really are
what you eat? The Quan Yin Center today introduces the BioPhotonic Scanner, a
testing device that non-invasively measures the human body\'s level of carotenoid
antioxidants, and lets you know if that apple a day really is keeping the doctor
away. Antioxidants are essential disease-fighting nutrients, such as vitamins A and
C, and beta-carotene, found in abundance in certain fruits and vegetables. However,
according to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), most adults
today do not consume the levels of antioxidants they need to keep a healthy
lifestyle and prevent chronic disease. The BioPhotonic Scanner uses a proprietary
laser technology to measure the Body Defense Score (BDS), allowing consumers to
track and help maintain optimal levels of antioxidants, and help to keep in check
their body\'s fight against disease-causing free radicals. The BioPhotonic Scanner
will change the way that we, as humans, go about monitoring health. By measuring
antioxidant levels in the tissue, my clients will finally have a tool that can
provide affirmation that their supplements and healthy diets are making a
difference. Developed by doctors, physicists and engineers at the University of
Utah, the BioPhotonic Scanner is the world\'s first immediate and non-invasive method
of measuring antioxidant activity in human tissue. By simply placing the palm of the
hand in front of a low-energy blue light laser, clients obtain a reading of their
own antioxidant level. When the purified blue laser light strikes the palm of the
hand, it is slightly shifted toward a green light due to the chemical make up of the
carotenoid antioxidant molecules. When a person\'s antioxidant levels are measured,
the amount of reflected green light is gathered and assessed to produce a numeric
reading - the BDS. This number correlates with levels of carotenoids - a powerful
antioxidant - in the diet, blood and tissues. Since the scanner measures the major
carotenoid antioxidants, the BDS is an important indicator of the body\'s overall
antioxidant defense system. \"The fact is, with our busy lives, most of us do not eat
right and free radicals are taking over in our cells,\" says Dr. Lester Packer,
Professor and Senior Researcher at the University of California at Berkeley.
\"Everyone should use the BioPhotonic Scanner to learn their optimal body defense
score. Once you have your number, work to increase it and maintain it with a diet
rich in fruits, vegetables and vitamin supplements.\" In the past 12 months, several
top-tier medical journals have published reports on the health benefit of
antioxidants: Journal of the American Medical Association: Low levels of antioxidant
vitamins may increase risk of several chronic diseases. Most people do not consume
an optimal amount of vitamins by diet alone. June 2002. Journal of the American
Medical Association: Diets rich in vitamins C and E may delay the onset of
Alzheimer\'s disease. June 2002. Archives of Ophthalmology: Risk of Age-related
Macular Degeneration can be lowered by about 25 percent when treated with a
high-dose of vitamin C, E, beta-carotene and zinc. October 2001. American Journal
of Clinical Nutrition: Extremely high doses of some vitamins (including
antioxidants) can help treat a variety of inheritable disease and slow the aging
process. April 2002. Get Your Number!
Currently there are over 4,000 Scanners in operation throughout the world and
millions of people have been scanned. This technology is new to Austin and you can
get your number here at the Quan Yin Center. To schedule your scan, contact Dianne
Duncan at 512-374-9800. Your scan appointment will take less than 30 minutes and we
are offering a special introductory price of only $10!
ABOUT The Quan Yin Center - The Quan Yin Center for Compassionate Healing is an
Austin, Texas alternative healthcare center offering a full range of healing
modalities from acupuncture to nutritional medicine. Our focus is on using
evidence-based medical tests and procedures to precisely determine imbalances. We
offer the best of ancient wisdom combined with modern knowledge, dedicated to
bringing an individual back into balance by restoring the body, mind and spirit.


Web Site: http://www.austinquanyin.com/

Contact Details: Dianne Duncan
Quan Yin Center
512-374-9800
DianneDuncan@AustinQuanYin.com
www.AustinQuanYin.com