Dr. Hagiwara shares what has been discovered as a result of Barleygreen ® research.
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Dr. Hagiwara's Speech AIM 1997 Annual Convention Banff, Alberta, Canada
Thank YOU very much for your kind reception of me this morning! It is a great pleasure for me to have this opportunity to speak with you during a great time of celebrating our partnership together. This convention marks the 15th year we have been in partnership together to help others enjoy a better quality of life. Many things around the world have changed over the last 15 years. Governments have changed economies have risen and fallen, technologies have changed all of our lives and all of us have grown older. However, one thing has not changed during this momentous time in the history of the world. What began 15 years ago as an unknown and adventurous partnership between myself and Mr. Dennis Itami, later to be joined by Mr. Ron Wright, has become one of the greatest sources of joy and satisfaction in my life. For through our partnership together, I have been able to serve and advance my dream of better life for all mankind through people like you. It has not always been easy. There have been moments of challenge, sacrifice and new commitment over these past 15 years for all of us. There have been many obstacles to overcome. But we are here, still together and still working, "in partnership for life." My times of sharing together with you over these years have produced some of my greatest memories. Your gratitude and support has encouraged me to press on in my research of barley leaf extract. And your love has given me the opportunity to see my childhood dreams fulfilled. Dreams of making a real difference in the lives of others Dreams of making a significant contribution to help those suffering from malnutrition And dreams to join together with people from many different cultures and backgrounds in a circle of love to make the world a better place for generations still to come.
This morning I would like to share with you about my continued dedication to learn as much as I can about barley leaf extract. I have been studying this subject for over 30 years now. Yet, I realize there are still many mysteries in this amazing plant yet to be discovered. However, I will share with you some of what I have learned so far in my journey. Before I proceed with my report, please allow me to tell you how it is that I am with you today. You see, I feel that it is a special destiny that brings me to this place. This is not what I planned for my life when I was a young man, full of ambition and energy. I didn't complete my university studies in barley grass, or herbs, or even nutrition. Instead, I devoted my early years to the study and creation of pharmaceuticals. As a result of my work, I became the owner of the largest drug manufacturing company in Japan from 1955 - 1964 It was called Yamashiro Pharmaceutical Co, Ltd. However, I didn't understand all of the dangers involved in making drugs and I became ill from mercury poisoning because of continual exposure in my laboratory. By the age of 38 my health had deteriorated so badly that I was forced to give up my company. To escape death, I turned away from drugs and re-directed my energies to Chinese herbs and, later, the study of green foods. Forgive me for saying what some may interpret as self aggrandizement or boasting, but I believe that I have probably invested more time, money and passion in this study of green foods than anyone else living on the earth today. After 30 years, this study continues to confirm my early intuitions that one of the greatest sources of human nutrition is the extract from young barley leaves. Over the years I have conducted and supported many different research projects to try to discover the active components in barley leaf extract. Of course, because I also produce Barleygreen ®, my own studies do not always carry the authority that they should in the academic community. Because of this, I have helped to fund barley leaf extract studies in many different universities which confirmed my own research in an unbiased community. Previous studies in Japan have documented the following benefits of barley leaf extract:
In 1983, we reported that we had successfully isolated a protein in barley leaf extract with strong anti-inflammatory qualities.
In 1985, we reported the discovery of substances in barley leaf extract that reduced hypercholesterolemia and substances that resulted in an anti-ulcer effect.
We also completed studies in 1985 that successfully identified the presence of some components in barley leaf extract which de-activate mutagenic and carcinogenic substances.
Some time later we were able to identify two very important enzymes, superoxide dismutase and peroxidase in barley leaf extract.
We also observed water soluble components in barley leaf extract which were very effective in lowering the blood sugar levels in high blood sugar mice. These reports have been presented to the annual meetings of the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan over the years and I have received many positive comments from my associates. I was honored to receive the Drug and Medical Meritorious Service Award from the Japanese Minister of Health and Welfare in 1994 for my years of research and contributions to helping improve the health of mankind. However, my desire has always been for this important information to go beyond Japan and to benefit the whole world. When it comes to scientific research, if you want to impact the world, it is best to conduct research in the United States. This is why I graciously accepted the invitation in early 1991 to serve as an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Toxicology at the University of California at Davis, I am very gratified that our earlier studies about the power of barley leaf extract have been confirmed once again through our U.S. research projects. During the past several years we have completed studies at several universities in the United States.
At the University of California in Davis we have successfully identified a new substance in barley leaf extract which contains very impressive antioxidant properties. This substance is called 2'-O-Glycosylisovitexin. We have been able to demonstrate that it is more effective as an antioxidant than beta carotene or vitamin E. In addition, it is heat stable and, because it is a very small molecule, it is absorbed very easily in the body. There are many promising possibilities for this substance. It can be used as a healthful preservative in foods. It can be isolated out as a special supplement with exceptionally high antioxidant effects. It can also be used as a skin cream ingredient, both to preserve other substances in the cream and to provide antioxidant protection for the skin. We have also completed and published encouraging reports about barley leaf extract through George Washington University. One such study reported on the important substances found in barley leaf extract which help to inhibit platelet activating factor and to protect the blood vessels from damage. These substances are even effective throughout the micro-circulatory system, protecting the smallest vessels from damage. Another study completed at George Washington University has identified a protein in barley leaf extract which enhances release of growth hormone. This has implications in helping to improve immunological functions and slowing down the process of aging. Now wonder Barleygreen ® users often look younger and more vibrant than everybody else! All of these studies I have mentioned have been published in the appropriate professional journals for peer review. It is my hope that these will inspire other scientists to join with me in coming years as we continue to uncover the many benefits of barley leaf extract.
There are two new studies that I would like to inform you about today. These are very recent studies and they have not been published yet. For that reason, I can only give you a brief summary of their findings. The first study, completed at UC Davis, looked at the potential for barley leaf extract to degrade a common pesticide, malathion, in vitro. Six different experiments where performed to measure the ability of barley leaf extract to "detoxify" this pesticide. Every one of the studies revealed very positive results. This study leads us to believe that barley leaf extract may provide a cleansing, or detoxifying benefit when pesticide accumulation has occurred in the body. More research will need to be completed to confirm this, but the initial findings are very positive. This report has been submitted for publication in a professional journal and will be available to AIM after it has been accepted for publication.
In another study at UC Davis we have successfully identified several of the characteristics of 2'-0-Glycosylisovitexin. We have now confirmed that it is water soluble substance, it is stable, both in high temperatures and within a wide range of pH. It is also very effective as an antioxidant in lipid peroxidation caused by ultra violet irradiation. This confirms our earlier hypotheses that 2'-0-GIV may play a preventative role in aging, mutagenesis, carcinogenesis and radiation damage. It is also interesting to note that we have tested a variety of green products available for purchase today to ascertain whether they contain any active 2'-0-GIV. Among the products we tested were Barleygreen ®, Green Magma ®, Viva Green Barley ®, Kyo Green ®, Pines Wheat Grass ®, Green Kamut ®, Spirulina ®and Sun Chiorella ®. Of these products, only Barleygreen ® and Green Magma ®were found to have any active 2'-0-GlV present. For some scientists, the sole purpose of research is discovery. However, for me research is only meaningful if it can be utilized to improve people's quality of life. This is why I have dedicated over 30 years to researching the benefits of young barley leaves. Our continued discoveries offer many encouraging possibilities for the future. We are continuing to research the possibilities of using 2'-0-GIV as a natural food preservative and food ingredient. We are working to determine whether we will be able to offer 2'-0-GlV as an additional antioxidant supplement in combination with superoxide dismutase and some other beneficial substances in barley leaf extract. We are also working to use 2'-0-GIV as a special substance in skin creams. These are all very exciting fields of ongoing development. However, it is my deeply held belief that the most exciting part of our future still lies in the whole spectrum of beneficial substances found in Barleygreen ®.
Today, 15 years after the beginning of AIM, Barleygreen ® is still the highest quality, most effective green juice powder available in the world. There is no other company that has successfully captured and protected the nutrients found in young barley leaves. It is true that there are many who have tried. However, these companies have missed some of the most important factors necessary to produce a green juice concentrate that can deliver the maximum benefits to individuals. Most of the products being sold today are not even true "juices." Instead, they are ground up, or milled leaves that have lost their enzymatic activity before they are placed in packages. Because the fiber is still present in these products they are assimilated very poorly into the body and can cause some distress in the small intestines when small fibers become entrapped in the villi. It is surprising to me that no one else seems to understand the key factors necessary to produce a green juice that works effectively. However, this is good news for you because it allows you to continue to play a leadership role in what I have called "the green revolution. The need for this "green revolution" is greater than ever before. Poor diets, polluted environments and increased stress all contribute to a continuing increase in chronic and degenerative diseases. In addition to this, I am very concerned about the genetic weaknesses in children who have been conceived and raised in our compromised way of life. I believe one of the contributing factors to the lower age of disease onset that we are experiencing is the weakened genetic state of children today. Another important factor which underscores the importance of a "green revolution" is what you call in North America, "the aging of the baby boomers." As a larger and larger proportion of your population reaches their retirement years you will face challenges in health care that are far greater than anything experienced before. All of these factors reveal the need for a "green revolution!" Someone needs to raise the trumpet and speak out loudly and clearly for prevention. This is our only hope to avoid a catastrophic crisis in health care. Of course, there are many important factors in prevention, which have been included in AIM's "Healthy Cell Concept." I believe the most important of these factors is to significantly increase the amount of green foods in our diet. And there is no better way to do that than with Barleygreen ®! We have come a long way together these past 15 years. But the greatest part of our journey is still to come! It is my dream to have Barleygreen ® in every home in North America. Today, you could only find Barleygreen ® in less than 11% of the homes in North America. To just reach 5% of the homes, AIM will have to grow10 times larger than you are today. It is clear to me that in order to succeed in our "green revolution" we will need to recruit and equip a "green army." But this will be a different kind of army: Instead of a conquering army, it will need to be a serving army! Instead of a violent army, it will need to be a peaceful army! Instead of a hateful army, it will need to be a loving army! Instead of a destructive army, it will need to be a healing army! As I stand before you today, I realize there is no one, anywhere in the world, better prepared to recruit, build and lead this army than AIM Distributors! Nobody else in the world has been as successful as you in sharing this "green revolution" with others. You have the opportunity to become the generals of this new army. You have the gift of knowledge about something the whole world needs to learn: the power of green!
We are approaching a very interesting time in history: the change of a millennium. It is during times like this that people become more interested in philosophy and religion. This is an ideal time for new ideas about the way we live our lives. There is a French poet named Victor Hugo who wrote, "There is nothing so powerful as an idea whose time has come." Ladies and gentlemen, I believe the green revolution is an idea whose time has come! It will take vision, planning, hard work, dedication, sacrifice, perseverance and deep conviction to succeed. However, we can be the leaders of the "green revolution" if we catch a vision for what the future holds, I have been privileged by God to be chosen to be a part of this. However, my contribution is of little value without your efforts, without you telling your neighbors, your friends, your loved ones and teaching them how to do the same, the green revolution could be lost along with countless thousands of people's lives...maybe even nations. I depend on you; lets build this revolution together! God bless your efforts and thank you for you kind attention!
A generous man will prosper and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. Prov 11.23