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How Natural Is Your Diet? It May Be Linked to Chronic Pain

Does your kitchen contain more processed foods like sugar-laden sweets and salty chips than fresh, natural fruits, veggies, and whole grains? According to a New York Times report, Americans purchase 787 pounds of processed food versus 602 pounds of fresh food annually.

If you suffer from chronic pain, a poor diet may be partially to blame. New studies show worsened symptoms for certain conditions, including fibromyalgia, migraines, and arthritis, for participants who consumed a high amount of artificial flavorings, sweeteners, and other food additives.

In addition, processed foods offer much less nutritional value, increasing the glycemic index of carbohydrates. This in turn leads to higher spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels.

Cut out the additives

The following list includes a few common additives you should try and avoid or limit consumption of:

• Artificial Sweeteners: Aspartame and other sugar substitutes, which are a common ingredient in diet soda, has been linked to fibromyalgia and migraines.
• High-Fructose Corn Syrup: Studies have shown that some people have intolerance for this sweetener, often used in packaged foods, which can cause chronic abdominal pain and other digestive disorders.
• MSG. This flavor-enhancer has been linked to chronic pain, as glutamate (a component of MSG), can destroy nerve endings when excessively consumed, according to Barbara Mendez, MS, RPh, a pharmacist and nutritional consultant in New York. Be cautious when reading labels, as this ingredient can also be named glutamic acid, yeast extract, hydrolyzed protein, sodium caseinate, and autolyzed yeast.
• Preservatives. While chemicals keep food from spoiling, they can also cause harm to health. Baked goods are particularly high in preservatives, so try to opt for fresher alternatives, like swapping lettuce for bread slices, or baking your own.

 

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New! V-Force Superfood Green Drink - Tastes Like Chocolate Milk But Good For You!

It's hard to argue with the health benefits of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, however, many people fall far below the daily recommended 5-10 servings. Fruits and vegetables are a natural source of energy containing many essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs to help protect you from disease. The mostcommon reasons that people give for not eating more fruits and vegetables are; they live a busy life, having fruits and veggies around isn’t always convenient, and they have trouble consuming that amount of produce. If only getting the daily recommended values was easier…

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V-Force Highlights

Helps to eliminate harmful toxins – V-Force’s ingredients help support the body's natural detoxification process and fiber helps to eliminate the toxins.

Keeps your pH balanced - V-Force is a rich source of alkaline forming foods that help keep the body’s pH in check assuring essential vitamin and mineral uptake.

Promotes overall good health – Just one serving of V-Force per day can help your child's body absorb essential vitamins and minerals, maintain proper calcium levels in bone, supply antioxidants at a cellular level to help protect against disease, and assist the body’s immune system in the production of white blood cells

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How to Manage Gout

Gout is a type of arthritis that results from the deposit and buildup of glass-like crystals of uric acid in your joints. Uric acid is a by-product of the breakdown of certain proteins. Normally, uric acid is broken down in the bloodstream and then eliminated in the urine.

It is estimated that over 2 million Americans have gout. A severe gout attack is extremely painful and, if left untreated, can cause permanent and severe joint damage. Fortunately, gout can be managed or controlled.

First things first: risk factors
Are you at risk for gout? Although gout can occur in men and women of any age, it most often occurs in men over age 40. Gout usually does not affect women until after menopause. Lifestyle factors increase the risk of gout, including being overweight, fasting or crash dieting, drinking alcohol in excess and eating a diet that includes foods high in purines (proteins which make up uric acid):
Organ meats (e.g., liver, kidney, brain, sweetbread, heart)
Fish roe
Mussels
Anchovies
Herring
Sardines
Legumes (e.g., dried beans, peas, soybeans)
Meat extracts
Consommé
Gravies
Mushrooms
Spinach
Asparagus
Cauliflower
Poultry

Drinking high-fructose beverages, like sugar-sweetened sodas and orange juice can dramatically increase your risk of gout. There appears to be a genetic component as well, but not a large one. Six percent to 18% of people who have gout have relatives who also have gout. (In a small number of people, the risk of gout is increased by an enzyme defect that interferes with the way the body breaks down purines.) That means that 82% to 94% of the people with gout do not have a genetic link to the disease; it is primarily a lifestyle issue.

Certain medications can increase the risk of gout. These include:
Diuretics
Salicylates and medicines made from salicylic acid (such as aspirin)
Caffeine, including medicines containing caffeine
Levodopa (used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease)
Aminophylline
Withdrawal of corticosteroid medications
Cyclosporine (used to help control rejection of transplanted organs)
Niacin in doses of 1000 mg per day may trigger an attack in someone with gout

In addition, surgery, trauma, and cancer treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy may also increase your risk of developing gout.

It is possible to develop gout with or without the risk factors listed above. However, the more risk factors you have, the greater your likelihood of developing gout. If you have a number of risk factors, ask your doctor what you can do to reduce your risk.

Reducing uric acid.....
It is known that Vitamin C reduces uric acid in people with gout – and there is simply no better form than Dr. Libby’s Vital C™. As little as 500 mg of Vitamin C daily can help the body reduce uric acid levels over time and a Vital C flush is a common solution recommended by Dr. Libby for people with gout. Folic acid is also a time-honored solution for the symptoms of high uric acid. And, according to legendary naturopaths Dr. Murray and Dr. Pizzorno, essential fatty acids like those found in OmegaPrime® can also be very useful.

Autoimmune Disease: Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that may affect many different parts of the body. Small round spots, called granulomas, form in various organs. The spots hinder normal functioning of those organs.

The lungs are the most commonly affected organs. Granulomas in the lung leave less space for the air exchange that needs to take place. This can cause the lungs to stiffen. Other commonly affected organs are the skin, eyes, liver and lymph nodes. In rare instances, the brain may be affected.

Antecedents, triggers and inflammatory mediators
Scientists do not know what causes sarcoidosis; it seems to be related to the malfunctioning of the immune system. The disease may possibly be triggered by an infection or exposure to a toxin in the environment, especially airborne toxins.

It also seems to cluster in certain ethnic groups and regions around the industrialized world. Some people may be more susceptible to sarcoidosis, especially women of childbearing age of African-American, Northern European, Scandinavian and Irish descent.

Symptoms
Symptoms vary and may include coughing, shortness of breath, rash (may or may not be raised), pain or irritation of eyes, night sweats, swollen lymph nodes, pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. They can occur in different parts of the body, depending on where the granulomas form.

Most symptoms develop in the lungs, skin, eyes and liver. Multiple body systems may also be affected. Symptoms may come and go. This disease is often acute, but in some patients it is chronic, waxing and waning.

Diagnosis
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam. There is no specific lab test that confirms a diagnosis of sarcoidosis. Instead, the diagnosis is made by noting a cluster of symptoms and a number of medical tests that are usually positive in patients with this condition.

In some cases there may not be any symptoms. The disease may sometimes be suspected based on the appearance of a routine x-ray. A blood test may show increased calcium levels, which can occur with sarcoidosis and a urine test may show elevated levels of calcium in the urine.

Treatment
Treatment aims to ease symptoms and minimize permanent problems. Treatment may include:

• Monitoring for symptoms and complications of sarcoidosis
• Medication – usually anti-inflammatory medications (both steroid and non-steroidal)
• Eye drops may be used for mild eye problems
• Pulmonary rehabilitation programs may help improve lung function

Self-care to help minimize your symptoms includes following these guidelines:

• If you smoke, quit
• Avoid exposure to dust and chemicals
• To prevent infection, wash your hands frequently

Nutrients and nurturing
Stress is a major trigger for autoimmune conditions, including sarcoidosis. As you remove toxic chemicals from your environment, give consideration to toxic levels of stress as well. Remember, the four common causes of all states of immune system imbalance are trauma (injury), toxins, deficiency and stress. Adaptogen 10 Plus® can help your body build a bulwark against stress while Nopalea™ helps support an anti-inflammatory lifestyle.

Take Control of Your Health

• Reduce stress
  • Isolate yourself from common sources of stress
  • Insulate yourself with deep breathing, daily activity and Adaptogen 10 Plus
• Reduce toxins
  • Use “green” products for cleaning
  • Store ALL chemicals outside (including bleach and fabric softener)
  • Change air filters frequently
• Reduce inflammation
  • No: Smoking, sugar, excessive alcohol or caffeine
  • Whole, organic foods only
  • Nopalea as needed to help support low levels of inflammation

How To Reduce Allergy Symptoms

Allergic rhinitis is the set of symptoms that occurs when you breathe in substances you are allergic to. These substances are called allergens and are small proteins.

Seasonal allergy (sometimes called hay fever) occurs during times of the year when allergens are in the air, like spring, summer and fall. The most common allergens are tree, grass or weed pollens. Perennial or persistent allergic rhinitis is caused by allergens that may be present year-round. These may include chemicals, dust, dust mites, cockroaches, animal dander or mold spores.

Causes.....

An allergic reaction occurs when your body's immune system overreacts to an allergen. People at highest risk are those who already exhibit some signs of other immune system irregularities, such as food allergies, eczema or asthma.

When you breathe in an allergen, mast cells in your nasal passages release a chemical called histamine. Histamine causes your nose to feel itchy and also causes swelling and mucus production in the nasal passages, runny nose, nasal congestion, sinus pressure, postnasal drip and cough, headache and dark circles under your eyes.

Diagnosis....

The two most common tests for airborne allergies are:
Skin prick test - A tiny bit of an allergen is placed under the skin with a needle. The doctor watches to see if the skin in that area becomes red, raised and itchy. This can be done for multiple allergens at the same time.

RAST testing - A small sample of blood is taken and tested for different allergens.

Help reduce symptoms......
Four studies in the medical literature have shown us ways to stabilize these mast cells and reduce the symptoms of allergies.
The first study was conducted in Korea on the Nopal fruit (Opuntia ficus indica). It showed significant benefit of Nopal fruit against allergies.
The second study was from Japan. This was an animal study that showed Vitamin B-12 reduced the allergic response in those with allergy to the same levels as those without allergy. One group of physicians in Dallas, Texas used this information to treat humans by giving them 3 milligrams of Vitamin B-12 sublingually. They report in Men’s Health that allergy symptoms decreased by 50% the first year and by 50% more the second year of sublingual B-12 use.
The third study in Helsinki, Finland used probiotics to stabilize mast cells and reduce allergy symptoms.
One of my best, time-tested approaches for allergy came from an older article out of Brussels, Belgium. It shows the absolute necessity of essential fatty acids (EFA) for allergy. A more recent article from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil also commented that EFA and probiotics together are even more effective.

Conclusion
So, what is your opinion: In recent years, have people become more allergic or less? Likely, you will notice more people suffering with allergies. As our world becomes more toxic, we become more sensitive. And as we become more deficient – especially in bioflavonoids, Vitamin B-12, probiotics and essential fatty acids – we are more prone to allergy. So, insulate yourself by taking your nutrients every day and isolate yourself from allergens by following the recommendations below.

Take Control of Your Health.....

Load up on Nopal bioflavonoids with Nopalea™

Get 3 milligrams of Sublingual B-12 daily

Use FloraVita™ as a good source of probiotics

Help fill your essential fatty acid reserves with OmegaPrime®

Keep the windows of your house and car closed to keep pollen out

Use an air conditioner to reduce indoor humidity and to prevent mold and mildew growth

Clean your air conditioner filters regularly

Consider running an air purifier in your home, especially in your bedroom

Use vacuum cleaners and air conditioners with HEPA filters to trap allergens

Cover pillows and mattresses with vinyl covers to reduce your exposure to dust mites

Wash bedding weekly in very hot water

Use fewer dust-collecting items, such as curtains, bed skirts, carpeting and stuffed animals, especially in your bedroom

Keep your pets out of bedrooms and other rooms with carpets

How To Stop Hair Loss

If you are experiencing hair loss you certainly don't need anyone to tell you how traumatic it can be. There are many emotional consequences and even relationship issues related to thinning hair. Hair loss has many causes. The three we will deal with in this edition of the Weekly Wellness Report are:

Hormone imbalance
Autoimmune disorders
Protein metabolism

Hair and hormones
Hair growth is triggered by hormones. Hair follicles act on a growth/rest cycle that may last from many months to many years. It is estimated that 90% of your hair follicles are growing and 10% resting at any one time. All follicles will rotate through growth/rest cycles evenly, rather than in one place at a time.

You may remember from previous Wellness Reports that hormones are merely messengers. Hormones convey a signal from a master gland to a receptor. When the receptor has completed the assignment it will respond with another hormone that originates in the receptor and conveys a "task completed" message back to the master gland.

All hormone cycles come in three phases:
We make them
We use them
We get rid of (detoxify) them

Trouble may begin at any one of these three phases, but usually it is in the detoxification phase that we find imbalances causing hair loss. It is especially important that we detoxify DHT, an inert form of testosterone found in men and women under constant stress. Adaptogen 10 Plus® is naturally formulated to help relieve stress and its negative health effects.

Hair and our immune system
Hormones are also involved in a second cause of hair loss: auto-immunity. An autoimmune condition may develop when stresses from our lifestyle and stress from our environment collide with weaknesses in our genetics. Our immune system may not be able to tell if our hair follicle is sick or healthy. Many hair follicles may be attacked by our immune system and be completely destroyed or simply become dormant.

Autoimmune disorders respond to stress reduction and detoxification. Certainly, Adaptogen 10 Plus is a very important part of stress reduction. Autoimmune conditions also respond well to increased amounts of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA), such as those found in OmegaPrime®. OmegaPrime and dietary EFA help the body reduce inflammation and let the immune system work smarter, not harder.

Hair and protein metabolism
Protein digestion and metabolism require a careful balance of hormones, vitamins, enzymes and acids. Indigestion results when one of these elements is out of balance. Many people take antacids – which reduce protein digestion and trigger hair thinning. Antacids reduce our ability to utilize Vitamin B-12. Vitamin B-12 also participates in protein metabolism. This is the third of our pathways that may lead to hair loss.

It may be that proper chewing and healthy protein choices are all that is needed to restore balance to protein digestion. Probiotics such as those found in FloraVita™ may also be needed if the indigestion spreads to the intestines. People usually find relief from indigestion with FloraVita.

Protein metabolism also involves our thyroid. Thyroid hormones may carry a small amount of the protein L-tyrosine to hair follicles as well. L-tyrosine is found in Energy Now!®. If your body temperature is low in the morning and your hair is thinning, you may need more l-Tyrosine. Energy Now!, Vitamin B-12 and FloraVita – along with a healthy diet – may help complete the protein metabolism you need to restore thinning hair.

There are many other triggers of hair loss; some require competent medical care. You should always discuss thinning hair with your doctor so they may appropriately care for your medical conditions. Be patient and remember that most hair loss can be reversed through a vigorous application of the
10 Essentials for Health and Wellness, proper medical care and the right nutrients!

Anatomy of Nerve Pain

Pain is a funny thing. It’s not a hilarious thing – unless you have a really sick sense of humor. But it is funny in that pain is really a trick played on us by our mind to get us to do something. Let’s examine the anatomy of pain to see if we can learn to listen to its message.

Pain fibers
Nerves do many wonderful things, such as empowering our stomach to digest our food, empowering our heart to pump our blood and empowering our eyes to read this page. These are called efferent nerves. Efferent nerves carry signals from your brain to your body.

Nerves that carry signals from your body to your brain are called afferent nerves. Different receptors in afferent nerves help us distinguish hot and cold, a light touch from heavy pressure, and the many faces of pain signals: sharp, dull, throbbing, fixed, migrating, piercing, etc. Even numbness or pins-and-needles sensations are really pain sensations because of their afferent nerve signals.

Pain nerves are covered in a protective sheath called myelin. The myelin sheath may become damaged from injury, toxicity, and certain deficiencies such as Vitamin B-12 and folate. When this occurs, we will feel pain sensations when no injury really exists.

This is where the trickery begins.

Interpreting the signals
A pain signal is designed to get you to avoid serious injury. If you put your hand on a hot stove, pain signals get you to quickly remove or withdraw your hand before more serious injury occurs. The same with cold, sharp, dull, etc. Pain is very motivating!

Afferent nerves don’t really feel pain. You don’t really feel pain. Your nerves merely carry a signal from your body to your brain. Your brain, in turn, interprets this signal according to the type of nerve that conveys the message.
When you touch something hot, your brain interprets heat; you don’t really feel heat.
When you touch something cold, your brain interprets cold; you don’t really feel the cold.

When you experience pain you are not really feeling pain; your brain is interpreting a signal as pain. That becomes very important as we discuss the remedies for chronic pain.

Remedies for pain
Pain is the way your body signals that there is something wrong requiring immediate attention – withdraw from the pain! Switches – like light switches that turn on a light – turn on the pain signal when danger exists and turn it off when danger has passed. So, the first remedy for chronic pain is to withdraw from whatever is causing the pain.

With chronic pain, sometimes the switch gets turned on and never gets turned off! These switches, often called pain gates, are ruled by nutrients such as Vitamin D. Also, in chronic nerve pain, a signal is sent from a damaged area or lesion in the myelin sheath. The myelin sheath is ruled by nutrients such as Vitamin B-12 and folate as well as essential fatty acids.

Chronic muscle pain occurs when muscles try to restore balance to an unbalanced muscle region. The imbalance may be caused by injury, stress, a sedentary lifestyle or poor posture (really, poor posture and sedentary living are types of muscle injury). Muscle balance is ruled by magnesium and, to a smaller extent, by potassium and calcium.

A word about inflammation
Just as chronic nerve pain can become caught in a loop or cycle, inflammation may become chronic even after the cause of the inflammation is removed. The chemicals of inflammation injure your afferent nerves and your brain interprets this injury as chronic pain. Pain and inflammation go hand in hand.

To break the cycle of chronic pain we must:
Remove the cause: trauma/injury, toxins, etc.
Restore nutrient balance
Break the cycle of inflammation

In this way we can learn to listen to the message of pain and achieve the balance of pain-free living.

Learn more about Nopalea and inflammation

Are Plastic Bottles Safe?

by Brazos Minshew, TriVita's Chief Science Officer

News media stories have alerted the public to a growing threat to our health: plastic bottles.

Plastic bottles were once thought to be miracles of modern science as they allowed us to preserve and store foods for convenient use. Indeed, most of us use plastic bottles every day. Plastics are made from coal, natural gas or (most commonly) petroleum. They have been around for almost 200 years.

Unsafe choices

Plastics in the human body look remarkably similar to hormones. Some look like male hormones, others like female hormones. Yet, they are not hormones; they are artificial substances completely unusable to the human body. They tend to accumulate in hormone tissue around the body and cause inflammation.

Many plastics have been directly implicated in health-related concerns. For example, in the book Living Downstream, Sandra Steingraber details numerous disease clusters related to plastic manufacturing. Ms. Steingraber suffered from breast cancer. She lived downstream from a plastics manufacturer. In graphic detail she discusses how certain plasticizers (chemicals used in making plastics) actually cause disease. According to another organization, Healthy Child (www.healthychild.org), many plastics are especially damaging to children.

Plastics are identified by a numbering system from the American Chemistry Council. The number is stamped on the bottom of a plastic bottle in a little triangle (numbers outside the triangle are not relevant).

According to Healthy Child, several numbers are simply too toxic to be safe for children – or anyone else! They include numbers 1, 3, 6 & 7. Number 7, for example, contains Bisphenol A (BPA), a plastic chemical known to disrupt brain chemistry in ways similar to ADHD, schizophrenia and autism. BPA is similar to testosterone. It is harmful to women and girls and even more harmful to men and boys. (Maybe BPA is one reason why ADHD and autism are more prevalent in boys?)

Safer choices

Again, according to Healthy Child, several resin-code numbers are safer choices for our children and for us. Numbers 2, 4 & 5 are safer choices. Number 2 is the only one recommended as safe for drinks and beverages. Not coincidentally, Number 2 is the bottle we use for Nopalea!

Conclusion

Plastics are inherently unsafe in large amounts. However, with two centuries of use it seems that small amounts in our environment are tolerated without ill effects. Time will tell just how much and how often we can tolerate plastics in our environment and which ones are safest. For now, we know that we are serving our Wellness Journey best when we drink only from Number 2 plastic bottles.

Take Control of Your Health - Use plastic bottle alternatives:

Glass bottles
Stainless steel bottles/containers
Ceramic containers (no lead glaze!)
Wood, including paper
Bamboo
Reusable cloth bags
Select safer plastics – Number 2 resin code – for drinks

Nopalea is TriVita's astonishing breakthrough wellness drink that helps your body experience an optimal state of wellness by:

• Relieving pain
• Improving breathing
• Reducing swelling in joints and muscles

These changes may in turn help your body feel increasingly energized.

Daily use helps your body:

• Reduce inflammation
• Detoxify
• Achieve optimal cellular health

If inflammation is the problem, Nopalea is a Wellness Solution! Order it today!

Healthy Digestion For A Healthy Life

If our digestive system (DS) is working as designed, we will have a good appetite, sweet-smelling breath, abundant energy and daily elimination of waste. When our DS works well we feel on top of the world!

If our digestive system is not working optimally, we will have a bizarre appetite. This is often characterized by no desire for breakfast and a ravenous, insatiable appetite in the evening. We may even awaken in the middle of the night feeling as if we need to eat and yet never being satisfied with normal foods. When our digestive system is “broken” we will develop food allergies, gas, bloating, indigestion and excess stomach acid. If our DS malfunctions, we will have constipation or alternating diarrhea and constipation. Plus, we will have abdominal pain.

As time progresses and our DS becomes more imbalanced, we may experience chronic inflammation in the mouth (leading to sores in the mouth and on the tongue), stomach (leading to GERD, ulcers and indigestion), small intestines, pancreas, liver, gallbladder and colon. And because “bad” bacteria and yeast multiply in an unhealthy DS, we may start to experience chronic infections that migrate to our kidneys, bladder and reproductive systems. Chronic infections also trigger autoimmune attacks on healthy organs.

However, as we assist our DS to find balance, our health will rebound and return to a vital state very quickly. You see, our DS cells are the most prolific in our whole body – many of them possess a lifespan of only four hours! So, it’s easy to un-balance and upset our DS, but it’s also easy to re-balance and heal it.

Our “gut-garden”

What we need to rebalance our DS is the “Weed, Seed and Feed” program we use in our garden. We “weed” out all of the toxins in our DS with enzymes and herbs. We “seed” the DS with probiotics and we “feed” them with prebiotics for better colonization and a long, healthy life.

Weed

Enzymes help begin the healing process because they remove toxic proteins and discourage bad bacteria, yeast and parasites from breeding in our gut. And they help digest our food for more energy. Dandelion root works with the Lipase enzyme as it thins the bile from the liver and gallbladder. Bile helps Lipase to digest fat. Bile also discourages bad bacteria, yeast and parasites from breeding. Milk thistle helps reduce the autoimmune impact from an imbalanced DS, and helps reduce cramps, pain and bloating.

Seed

Prebiotics lay the groundwork for probiotics, as prebiotic fibers help probiotic bacteria establish colonies by providing a food source. Probiotics also have a marvelous impact on the rest of the body and brain as they coordinate the immune system of the DS. Prebiotics and probiotics work together to improve digestion and elimination.

Feed

To have a healthy body and brain, we must have a healthy DS. It provides us with digestion and defense. TriVita’s FloraVita™ supports these processes by supplying our probiotics the food they need – called prebiotics – and by replanting healthy colony-forming units of probiotics. Also, FloraVita supports digestion and defense with a wide array of digestive enzymes and immune-modulating botanicals.

Our digestive system is a miracle of creation! It is the primary way we take in energy to fuel a life of passion, mission and purpose. Take care of it starting today!

The Dangers of Hypoglycemia

by Brazos Minshew, TriVita's Chief Science Officer

What is hypoglycemia?

There is an epidemic sweeping the world. It is an epidemic of obesity. As obesity increases, the risk of diabetes increases. The two conditions reflect each other in such a mirror-image proportion that some have started using the term “diabesity” when discussing them.

How did the epidemic begin? What are the warning signs? Most importantly, how can we break the cycle of diabesity and reclaim our health?

Today’s hypoglycemics…

We used to say that the people with hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) today will be the people with type 2 diabetes tomorrow. Over the past 40 years that has proven true.

Hypoglycemia begins with too much sugar in your bloodstream for you to handle (hyper-glycemia), followed by a rapid drop in blood sugar levels (hypo-glycemia) when your metabolism finally catches up. This “yo-yo” blood sugar creates the symptoms you feel. You will eventually become type 2 diabetic if this continues. But, we get years of warning messages before this happens.

So, to halt type 2 diabetes we must learn to listen to the message of hypoglycemia. We need a sound strategy to control blood sugar before we exhaust our internal resources and slip into type 2 diabetes.

In people with type 1 diabetes, hypoglycemia may be fatal if untreated. The treatment is pretty simple: sugar. If your blood sugar is too low, doesn’t it make sense to take some sugar and raise it? It might sound like a good strategy but in the kind of hypoglycemia that leads to type 2 diabetes, it is like adding fuel to the fire, and the problem only gets worse.

Sugar, including any high glycemic-index foods such as alcohol, bread or pasta, is the cause of hypoglycemia, not the cure. In the long run, high glycemic foods can lead to hypoglycemia, obesity and type 2 diabetes.

A little misleading

Actually, the term “hypoglycemia” is inappropriate. The better term is “dysglycemia,” meaning disrupted blood sugar metabolism. You see, hypoglycemia that leads to obesity and type 2 diabetes is actually a demonstration of your body’s attempt to adapt to impossible circumstances. Humans were never meant to eat this much sugar and starch, endure this much stress and be this sedentary. The fact that we survive at all is a miracle.

To adapt, our body responds to the overload of sugar and stress by producing more insulin to take the toxic level of sugar out of our bloodstream and into storage in our liver, muscles and fat cells. Because we are sedentary, our muscles suffocate with all the sugar and become resistant to the insulin. Now, only the liver and fat cells are available to receive the sugar. So we get fatty livers and fat stomachs.

Eventually, even these mechanisms fail and our pancreas simply wears out. The result is type 2 diabetes. We may even become insulin-dependent.

What to do

Three steps are immediately necessary to help stop the diabesity trend of hypoglycemia:

Stop all added sugar and starch in your diet
Increase activity every day
Reduce the impact of stress

For diet recommendations, there are three major plans that can help you:

A low-fat diet (e.g., Dr. Ornish “Eat More, Weigh Less”)
A moderate-fat Mediterranean diet (e.g., Dr. Gutterson “The Sonoma Diet”)
A high-protein diet (e.g., Dr. Agatston “The South Beach Diet”)

There are many exercise routines that can help. You may want to start by simply walking every day. Fifteen minutes is a start. Thirty minutes is better, but an hour or more every single day is best. A Wall Street Journal article recently pointed out that we should increase our exercise as we age, going “farther, longer and faster.” Hypoglycemia, obesity and diabetes are serious conditions and require a serious response.

What about supplements? I’m glad you asked! TriVita’s GlucoManage® can help your body reduce carbohydrate, sugar and alcohol cravings. It also helps re-sensitize your cells to insulin to balance blood sugar. Leanology® Capsules can literally extract fat from storage and burn it as fuel. Adaptogen 10 Plus® can help your body reduce the impact of stress and Sublingual B-12 helps reduce dangerous levels of MMA, strongly linked to type 2 diabetes.

To avoid your personal diabesity epidemic tomorrow, address the signs of hypoglycemia today!

Fish Oil Reduces Prostate Cancer Growth in Humans

November 13, 2011 - Byron Richards, CCN

Researchers at UCLA's Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have proven that fish oil combined with a low fat diet can reduce the number of rapidly dividing prostate cancer cells. This is important because many men don't even know they have prostate cancer and others are trying to change their lifestyles and curtail the problem as part of medically supervised surveillance. This study is clear cut proof that fish oil is a potent anti-prostate cancer nutrient.

The participants ate a 15% fat diet along with 5 grams of fish oil per day (around 1000 mgs of DHA Docosahexaenoic acid Essential omega 3 fatty acid integral to the health of all cell membranes, nerve and brain function. Must be gotten through the diet via cold water oceanic fish or some very limited plant sources or taken as a supplement.). We know that the fat you eat ends up in your cell membranes and then influences the function of those cells. Too many omega 6 oils (such as corn and soy oil) relative to a lack of DHA Docosahexaenoic acid Essential omega 3 fatty acid integral to the health of all cell membranes, nerve and brain function. Must be gotten through the diet via cold water oceanic fish or some very limited plant sources or taken as a supplement./EPA Eicosapentanoic acid. Type of long chain essential fatty acid - Omega 3 oil. Works in concert with DHA. Must gotten through food sources such as deep cold water fish or some limited plant sources or taken as a supplement. , tilts the cell membranes into a more inflammatory condition that assists cancer growth. The typical Western high fat diet, high in omega 6 oils, and lacking in omega 3 fish oils, has been hypothesized to create such problems. This study actually proves it does.

The men in this study had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Some took the fish oil and ate low fat and others continued their Western diet for four - six weeks until their surgery to have their prostate removed. Their prostate cancer cells were then re-evaluated following the surgery. Those taking the fish oil were shown to have higher amounts of the omega 3 oils in their healthy prostate cells as well as their prostate cancer cells, proving that the oil that was consumed actually made it into the prostate gland.

Furthermore, those taking the fish oil had fewer rapidly dividing cancer cells. "The finding that the low-fat, fish oil diet reduced the number of rapidly dividing cells in the prostate cancer tissue is important because the rate at which the cells are dividing can be predictive of future cancer progression," said lead author Dr. William Aronson. "The lower the rate of proliferation, the lesser the chances that the cancer will spread outside the prostate, where it is much harder to treat… We are extremely pleased about our findings, which suggest that by altering the diet, we may favorably affect the biology of prostate cancer."

A great deal of human suffering could be avoided simply by ensuring an adequate intake of omega 3 fatty acids.

Vitamin D and Your Brain

by Brazos Minshew, TriVita's Chief Science Officer

I recently read an article in the medical and scientific literature that discussed the role of Vitamin D in the human brain. The article correlated the low levels of Vitamin D in the bloodstream with high levels of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and oppositional-defiant disorder. The most important discussions, however, were about the role of Vitamin D in two plagues: autism and Alzheimer's disease.

Autism

The number of people diagnosed with autism is increasing at an epidemic rate. Greater than 1 in 150 children born today will have autism. The gender rate is also alarming: Boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls.

No one can agree as to the cause of autism. This may be because there is more than one cause. In fact, the last time I counted there were 11 suspected causes. However, two things that nearly all children have in common are poor methylation (inability to use Vitamin B-12 to create whole proteins) and poor hydroxylation (inability to convert inactive Vitamin D into its active form).

The most common cause for these defects is toxicity: environmental toxins and/or geno-toxins (poisons created by abnormal genes).

Alzheimer's disease

There are three characteristics of Alzheimer's disease in the human brain: neurofibrillary tangles, beta-amyloid plaques and glial cell inflammation. Interestingly, some people with plaques and tangles - but no inflammation - appear to function normally into their advanced years. It is brain inflammation that seems to be the spark which lights the fire of Alzheimer's disease.

Vitamin D may help reduce inflammation in the brain. A notable attribute of Alzheimer's disease victims is low levels of Vitamin D.

The same two problems that exist in children with autism also afflict adults with Alzheimer's disease: poor methylation (inability to use Vitamin B-12 to create whole proteins) and poor hydroxylation (inability to convert inactive vitamin D into its active form). Methylation is measured by a blood test for homocysteine. And one of the ways to measure hydroxylation is with a blood test for Vitamin D.

Are autism and Alzheimer's disease related? At this point it is hard to say; perhaps it is even impossible to say that they are connected conditions. But they share remarkably similar imbalances in biochemistry and they share at least two common deficiencies: Vitamin B-12 and Vitamin D.

Certainly, it would be an amazing coincidence if they were not somehow linked, don't you think?

Conclusion

In the 1990s I was overwhelmed by the mountains of evidence linking homocysteine to the increase in autism and Alzheimer's disease. This was eventually linked back to a methylation defect that led to poor protein formation and Vitamin B-12 metabolism. Now, we are seeing new mountains of evidence emerging about hydroxylation defects leading to poor hormone formation and Vitamin D metabolism.

We can say with greater certainty than ever before that these imbalances are caused by toxicity, deficiency, injury and stress. Let's increase our efforts to combat these "causes" and reduce the chance of being victimized by the effects!

What Does Having Cracked Skin Really Mean?

Do you have cracked skin around your heels, on your hands or at the corners of your mouth? Each of these conditions may be described as a failure in the protective nature of your immune system. And they each tell a story about life balance and lifestyle choices, as well as your environment and even genetics that affect your health.

Heel cracks

Fissures called xerosis form around the edge of the heel as the skin dries out. The more we stand on our feet - and the older we get - the more likely we are to experience heel fissures. However, xerosis is not an inevitable part of aging or standing. Many people who stand all day or survive to age 100 don't have heel cracks. What is different between those who get them and those who don't?

Frequently, it is nutrition, exercise, rest and stress management.

Heel cracks appear most commonly in people as they age, it is true. So does diabetes. My experience tells me that heel cracks commonly appear as we lose our ability to balance our glucose (blood sugar). They are more common in people with pre-diabetes and diabetes. Control your blood sugar and you can often help control the cracking in your heels.

Two nutrients are important in glucose management: zinc and Omega essential fatty acids. Zinc helps control blood sugar, helps improve mental function, helps reduce the number of colds and viruses that affect you and even helps with ringing in the ears (tinnitus). Essential fatty acids help produce more lubrication (sebum) in the skin of the heels and help speed up healing. GlucoManage® is a good source of zinc and, of course, OmegaPrime® is my favorite source of essential fatty acids.

Consult with your healthcare provider if heel cracks:

Become painful
Become so deep they begin to bleed
Become infected
Hand cracks

Fissures affect the hands as well as the feet. However, the causes are not the same. For example, cracked skin on the hands can be a sign of an autoimmune disorder such as Sjogren's or psoriasis - inflammatory conditions appearing in the skin. I say "appearing in the skin" because psoriasis is a condition involving the whole body. Psoriasis and other skin disorders causing fissures in the hands and fingers may be autoimmune disorders - a condition where the immune system attacks normal, healthy skin and destroys it.

Interestingly, essential fatty acids are often effective in teaching the immune system to "work smarter, not harder." They do not "boost" the immune system or bolster it in any way. (In an autoimmune disorder you do not want to "boost" your immune system because that causes more damage.) Instead, essential fatty acids along with Vitamin D help the immune system more clearly identify healthy and unhealthy tissues so it may react appropriately.

Not to be overlooked, the immune system is the most intrinsically involved body system in the mind-body connection. Any stress, large or small, is immediately reflected in the immune system. Adaptogens help mitigate the impact of stress on the immune system.

Mouth cracks

Infections from tooth abscess to thrush can cause cracks in the corners of your mouth. Autoimmune conditions including celiac disease can as well (celiac disease is triggered by an extreme allergy to wheat and other gluten-containing grains). Toxins also cause cracks in the corners of the mouth. For example, fluoride in toothpaste and too much Vitamin A can both reach toxic levels and cause cracking and fissures in the lips.

The most common cause of dry, cracked lips is dehydration. Drink pure water and make sure you have enough essential fatty acids and minerals to hold that water in your skin.

Conclusion

Our skin says much about our life. It is a special window into our immune system. For healthy skin we must learn to listen as our body speaks to us. If you have dry, cracked skin anywhere on your body, seek appropriate medical care and consider the impact that proper nutrients and nurturing will have as we strive to be like the people with perfect, beautiful skin!

Take Control of Your Health - Suggested Products:
Heel cracks: OmegaPrime, GlucoManage

Hand cracks: OmegaPrime, Nopalea™, Adaptogen 10 Plus®

Mouth cracks: OmegaPrime, Wellavoh® or VitaDaily™ AM/PM, Drink Pure Water

Pro Silver - The Perfect Solution for Cold & Flu Season at Perfect Price!

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We have progressed from using silver coins in the past to preserve milk and water, to using it as a dietary supplement today where silver is being used in many areas such as swimming pool filters, food cutting boards, bandages, burn dressings, and water filters for NASA.
 
The body has an innate ability to rejuvenate and restore itself to optimum health. When taken daily, Pro Silver acts an optimal immune system supporter by helping the body fight invaders. It is tasteless, non-toxic and can be taken orally or applied externally. Pro Silver is the safest and best all-around natural antibiotic germ fighter - now at an unheard of special pricing for a limited time!
 
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One of the oldest and most reliable natural remedies to support the immune system against various maladies!

Pro Silver is the modern version of mankind's oldest natural anti-microbial agent. We have progressed from using silver coins in the past to preserve milk and water, to using it as a dietary supplement today.

The historical use of silver is long and indisputable. For thousands of years, it has been used for the same reasons we are using it now in our Pro Silver supplement. From the earliest history of mankind, silver has been used in the making of food and drink vessels, as well as eating utensils.

Today, silver is being used in swimming pool filters, food cutting boards, bandages, burn dressings, and water filters for NASA.

Pro Silver contains only mineral and distilled water and is not a salt, iodide, protein, or gelatinous based product.

Silver: Comprehensive Immunity Protection For The Entire Family

The benefits of silver have been recorded historically for many years. From the late 1800's to the late 1930's, Colloidal Silver was used commonly in America and other cultures. The Chinese understood its cleansing properties. In the Ayurvedic tradition of India, it had been used medically. The benefits of silver have been researched and reported in such prestigious medical journals as The New England Journal of Medicine and the Lancet.

Seventy years ago, silver was widely used. Silver retailed at about $100.00 per ounce in the 1930's. Recent technology has brought the price down so that silver can now compete in the medical marketplace. Numerous articles in medical journals of silver can be found dating before 1940.

Widely used historically in cultures around the world, silver has previously been very expensive to administer. Owing to recent improvements on the original methods of production, silver is now available in a more concentrated form at a fraction of its previous cost.

What Is Ionic Silver?

Ionic Silver is a germicide and is tasteless, non-toxic and can be taken orally or applied externally. The EPA's Poison Control Center reports no toxicity listing for colloidal silver and considers it harmless in any concentration. Ionic silver is the safest and best all-around natural antibiotic germ fighter.

Pro Silver is tasteless, odorless, non-stinging and non-burning to sensitive tissues - even a baby's eyes. It may be taken orally, applied directly to cuts, scrapes, open sores, warts or used as a rinse for acne, eczema and other skin irritations. It may be gargled, dropped into eyes or ears, or inhaled into the nose.

We get silver and all minerals into the body through the food we eat. It gets into our food through living, healthy soil. Plants convert raw minerals to colloidal form. When we eat the plants, our bodies utilize the colloidal minerals gathered by the plants. These minerals enter the blood stream and are taken to the various organs of our body. Hence, we get silver from plants.

If digestion and assimilation are weak, or as the tissues age, we may develop a silver deficiency, and thus an impaired immune system. Also, many of our soils have been stripped of trace minerals through poor agricultural practices which also cause deficiencies and subsequent health problems.

The body has an innate ability to rejuvenate and restore itself to optimum health. When taken daily, Pro Silver acts an optimal immune system supporter by helping the body fight invaders.

Safe and Effective

Bacteria are becoming more and more resistant to antibiotics. The Los Angeles Times stated: "In the last decade, a broad resistance to antibiotics has begun to emerge. And, because bacteria can transfer genes among themselves, experts only expect that the resistance will grow. The potential nightmare is a super-microbe immune to all antibiotics that could wreak havoc."

Traditional antibiotics continue to lose their ability to kill certain strains of bacteria. Nearly every disease-causing organism known has become resistant to one or more antibiotics. Scientists know that the more an antibiotic is used, the quicker it tends to become useless due to bacterial resistance. On the other hand, microbes cannot develop resistance to silver as they can to traditional antibiotics.

There are no recorded side effects in the medical literature from the use of ionic silver. Additionally, there has never been a recorded case of a drug interaction. It is non-addicting, the body does not build up a tolerance to it, and studies show that colloidal silver is not deposited under the skin like other silver protein compounds that may cause gray or bluish skin.

• Ionic Silver will not cause argyria, a discoloration of the skin caused by some forms of silver. Argyria is caused by silver protein products.
• Ionic Silver does not interact or interfere with any medications.
• Contains only pure water and pure silver.
• Tasteless liquid, like water.

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Prepare Now For Flu Season

Have you ever noticed that some people never seem to get sick? Really, only about 10% of the people you know will get the flu in any normal year. Even in an epidemic year, only about 50% of the people around you will get the flu.

How would you like to be one of the people who do not get the flu this year? Well, it’s possible to reduce your risk and improve your chances of staying healthy with two simple steps: insulation and isolation.

Isolation

We don’t need to be quarantined to be isolated from the flu. In fact, the number-one technique for isolation from the flu is right in your hands! Yes, hand washing is the most important thing you can do to protect yourself from the flu. Wash them thoroughly in hot, soapy water for 20 seconds (sing your alphabet) and dry them completely. You may also use alcohol-based hand sanitizers between washings.

Other isolation pointers include:
Don’t be near sick people
Cover your face when you cough or sneeze
Use a disposable tissue rather than handkerchief
Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth
These commonsense strategies can help protect you from infection and reduce your risk of getting sick.

Insulation

More important than isolation is insulation. Most people don’t get sick when the flu comes around because they are sufficiently insulated, not because they were “lucky” and never exposed. We are all exposed. When we make it through the season without an infection it is probably because we are sufficiently insulated, not because we are completely isolated.

Insulation is about nutrients and nurturing; it is about the 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness. For example, stress makes people more prone to infection; Deep Breathing reduces the impact of stress. Toxicity is a common trigger for infection; Deep Breathing and proper hydration (Drink Pure Water) help detoxify us. Eventually, the symptoms we feel from influenza infection are modulated by our immune system.

Sleeping Peacefully is the primary way we reset our immune system. In fact, peaceful sleep of the right quantity and quality is the key to becoming infection-resistant. Sleep well and avoid infection; sleep poorly and increase your risk of getting the flu.

Other Essentials are significant contributors to our immune system: moderate exercise reduces our risk and eating our fruits and veggies does as well. Emotional health reduces our risk and social support may also. In the end, insulation is your best protection from illness. Coupled with your isolation program, insulation Essentials are the best tools available to help avoid getting sick.

Nutrients?

It is critical that we build a solid foundation for wellness in order to avoid illness. This includes satisfying nutrient deficiencies. In the industrialized world, the top deficiencies are: Vitamin C, Vitamin B-12, Vitamin D, Magnesium and Essential Fatty Acids. At the very least, supplements to meet these deficiencies should be part of your insulation strategy.

A few other nutrients I suggest include Peaceful Sleep™ (if you can’t sleep, you can’t repair!), Nopalea™ to help reduce the chance for inflammatory symptoms in your lungs, and Adaptogen 10 Plus® to help reduce the contribution stress may have toward lowering and weakening your immune system.

These insulation and isolation suggestions will give you the best chance to come through this season as one of the people who simply did not get sick!

Why Does Quality and Purity Matter In A Fish Oil Supplement?

At Life's Abundance, they set a higher standard for all of our Sealogix products. We source our Omega-3's from fish located in some of the cleanest waters in the world from fisheries that are renewable and fully-sustainable. The fish oil is then molecularly distilled to concentrate and purify the oil.

Manufacturers of fish oil are required to test each batch they produce; however, in many cases, this testing is handled by the manufacturers themselves. Often testing is conducted prior to adding flavors and bottling, so the fish oil that is tested in-house may not necessarily be the same quality of fish oil delivered to the marketplace.

In addition to the standard manufacturer testing for every batch, we have enlisted the help of IFOS (International Fish Oil Standards), a non-affiliated third party and the internationally-respected source for fish oil analysis. IFOS scientifically tests and analyzes Sealogix. This validation testing ensures that you are getting a safe and effective fish oil supplement that you can feel confident giving to your family. We are proud to announce that Sealogix has been awarded an IFOS 5-Star Rating (the highest rating available) for quality, concentration and purity. For more information on IFOS testing, please visit IFOS Testing  or see below to review Sealogix IFOS results. Purchase SeaLogix Fish Oil

SeaLogix IFOS Reports Sealogix Batch 13906 IFOS Report on 11/20/2006  Sealogix Batch 071076-1 IFOS Report on 9/26/2007 Sealogix Batch 0760 IFOS Report on 1/25/2007 Sealogix Batch 081170 IFOS Report on June 2008 Sealogix Batch 0724411 IFOS Report on 3/20/2007 Sealogix Batch 081781 IFOS Report on July 2008 Sealogix Batch 071077-1 IFOS Report on 9/26/2007 Sealogix Batch 083969 IFOS Report on March 2009 Sealogix Batch 090999 IFOS Report on April 2009 Sealogix Batch 091052 IFOS Report on June 2009 Sealogix Batch 083459 IFOS Report on October 2009 Sealogix Batch 092887 IFOS Report on Feb. 2010 Sealogix Batch 092836 IFOS Report on Feb. 2010 Sealogix Batch 10BIO1001 IFOS Report on April 2010 Sealogix Batch 10BI1002 IFOS Report on Nov. 2010 Sealogix Batch 10BI1101 IFOS Report on Oct. 2010 Sealogix Batch 11BI1202 IFOS Report on Feb. 2011 Sealogix Batch 11B1101 IFOS Report on April 2011

How to Keep Your Heart Healthy

Death is Nature’s way of saying, “Slow down, take it easy”

Ahh, to slow down for a moment… To go through life relaxed instead of pedal-to-the-metal!
We call the cycle of chronic stress Fight or Flight. It describes the reaction of our nervous system when we are confronted with a life-threatening circumstance. Our nervous system governs homeostasis – which controls our hormones, sugar balance and energy production. Our nervous system controls our heart and vascular system as well.

The gas, the brakes…

Our car is equipped with an accelerator to make it go and brakes to make it stop.  Our nervous system is divided into two separate systems that function in much the same way. The sympathetic nervous system reacts and responds to stimuli from outside our body such as noise, cold and heat. It reacts to pain or even the threat of pain and loss. It reacts when you are tickled. It is “sympathetic” to emotions such as fear and anger.

Our parasympathetic nervous system works to bring us back into balance when stressful circumstances are past and the hormones of stress start to drop. The parasympathetic nervous system runs everything in your body: heart, brain, immune system, digestion, reproduction – everything!

The sympathetic nervous system may tear your body apart to try to solve a momentary crisis. The parasympathetic nervous system builds your body up and allows you to heal when the crisis has resolved.

We need to put the brakes on stress or it will put the brakes on our life!

Hormones, stress and heart attacks

If our body is parasympathetic-dominant we experience all the colors of life from an optimum state: our breathing is relaxed, our digestion is complete and our circulation is wide open. Our thyroid is busily building up our muscles, bones and organs and our heart is cooperating by ensuring a nutrient-rich supply of blood.

If our body is sympathetic-dominant it is stressed. Our thyroid cannot complete its building function so our brain pumps out more and more stimulating hormones. Our liver releases huge amounts of sugar and cholesterol. Our blood pressure increases and our heart rate increases as nutrients are choked off from non-Fight or Flight systems, such as breathing, reproduction and digestion.

One of the most vulnerable of all systems to sympathetic dominance is the cardiovascular system – your heart and blood vessels. If they have been constricted for too long because of stress, they will lose their ability to return to normal when you relax. Soon, semi-permanent changes will occur in these systems as we become accustomed to stressful living.

Running the engine of your car at top speed exhausts your fuel supply very quickly. Running your body in sympathetic dominance exhausts your nutrient reserves as well. This is especially true of your antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients, such as Vitamins C and B-12, as well as essential fatty acids that serve as the primary fuel for your heart.

When your car runs out of fuel, it sputters and dies. It is the same way for your heart!

What to do

Deep breathing
Unlike your car, your body is designed to heal given the right circumstances. We can switch our nervous system to parasympathetic dominance by practicing deep breathing. Take “breathing breaks” for 10 minutes, twice daily. Practice deep breathing for 20 minutes before sleeping. This is a major step toward relaxing. Keep it up every day and in four to six months your cardiovascular system can begin to heal.

Activity
Enjoy low-stress exercise for at least 30 minutes daily. This will open your blood vessels and even help your body to build new blood vessels.

Nutrients
Use antioxidant nutrients such as Vital C™ and eat antioxidant-rich foods at every meal. Use anti-inflammatory supplements: Cholestria™ to help raise HDL (“good” cholesterol) and help reduce inflammatory LDL (“bad” cholesterol), and HCY Guard® (homocysteine is a very inflammatory toxin!). And fuel your heart with essential fatty acids from OmegaPrime®.

Take your foot off the gas with anti-stress exercises. Put more fuel in your tank with nutrients and nurturing. Slow down a little – or Nature will send you an unwanted message!

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10 Tips For Stress Management

Before embarking on a stress management system – you need to identify what stresses you! A good indication is thinking of stressful situations – sometimes just the word ‘heavy traffic’ can stress you and cause physical symptoms – perhaps your pulse quickens and you feel ‘bothered’. You may also keep a journal, and when you feel stressed – take note of your situation and surroundings.

1. Breathe!

A deep breath can help your mind in a very specific way, increasing oxygen to the brain and helping you to relax. It can also allow those few seconds where you need to step back and evaluate the situation. Count to ten, or take a short walk, get your lungs working and breathe in oxygen, and exhale your stress!

2. Move.

Exercise is one of the best ways to combat stress. It provides a great way to relieve tension and releases natural brain chemicals to help you relax and actually feel better! Even a 3 minute walk or jog, or simple stretching or Pilates can help relieve tensions.

3. Eat.

Eating the wrong food gives your body the wrong tools to fight stress. Vegetables and fruit are the best stress fighters! They contain anti-oxidants which fight free radicals in the body on a cellular level, so stock up on healthy foods that give you energy throughout the day – such as fiber rich oats and healthy energy bars. The ‘bad’ stress hormone, Cortisol, can actually be reduced by eating correctly.

4. Listen.

Playing your favorite songs or listening to soothing melodies can help your body to relax. Sound is a great motivator for the brain, and studies have shown that certain melodies and sounds can help the brain unwind during stressful times.

5. Talk or write.

The worst thing one can do is keep stress bottled up. Learn to talk about your stresses to friends, family, fellow religious leaders or even a therapist. If you find it hard to talk about your stress, keep a journal or write down your emotions.

6. Rest.

Sleep is key. Always take the time to rest and let your mind and body re-charge. Stress can build up to a point where lack of sleep is the ultimate straw to break the camel’s back! If you are not one for afternoon naps, have an herbal tea in a sunny spot, or cuddle with a pet. This not only helps to release stress and tension, but also helps you calm the heart’s pace and protect your immune system. Meditation can also work wonders – if you are unsure of how to meditate, consult your library or nearest natural health center.

7. Plan.

Organize. This is one of the most important ways to beat stress. When things are organized, you are more likely to feel in control, less likely to get flustered, and more likely to succeed. Don’t leave things till the last minute, and always ask for help or ask questions if you are unsure. Do the ‘hardest’ tasks first in your day – you will have more energy in the mornings. Keep a to-do list with you at all times – as the saying goes: “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail”.

8. Delegate.

Learn to say “No!” It may seem like a simple step, but learning to say no can be hard for some people. Trying to please everyone often means that you are the one who ultimately lands up compromising, and feeling stressed. Say no. If asked to do a task or take on a responsibility, look at your “to do list” for the day. If doing it means crumbling under pressure – SAY NO! Saying no is one of the hardest things in life, but you are more likely to do a good job of the things you can manage, than doing a shabby job of things of all the things you can’t do.

9. Follow the voice inside.

You’ll notice happy people are usually following their intuition – doing the things that make them feel happy in life. Structure your life around activities that you love – the more you go with the flow – the less likely you are to do the things that stress you to the point of no return! We only live once, and so spend your time happy, with the ones you love, and strive every day to follow your heart.

10. Nurture through nature.

Nature has held the key for thousands of years – think about it, when was the last time you heard of a tribal stress crisis?! That’s because, the ancient people relied on nature’s natural ingredients to help reduce stress levels and were better equipped to deal with daily triggers. Sure, they didn’t have computer viruses and four-lane traffic like we do today – but they had other stress culprits such as wild animals and food shortages to deal with! They knew the advantages of using nature’s tried and tested ingredients – herbal remedies such as Melissa officinalis, Lavender and Passiflora incarnata that have been shown in modern research to help soothe the nerves and help balance the mind and nervous system. These ingredients are still available today – and just as effective!

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Ultimate Cleanse Kit, Multi Herb Multi Fiber - Body Detox and Cleanse

The Ultimate Cleanse is an internal body cleanser containing a combination of herbs and fibers to facilitate detoxification of the bowel, kidney, lungs, skin, lymphatic system, in addition to other organs, blood, cells, and tissues.

Nature's Secret Ultimate Cleanse. 2-Part Internal Cleansing Program. Herbal Supplement. Ultimate Cleanse is a 2-part program designed to cleanse and detoxify your entire internal body. Multi-Herb has 29 herbs to help your body release toxins from all vital organs and body systems. Multi-Fiber helps to facilitate the removal of toxins and enhance proper bowel movements. The end result is an internally clean body that feels energized and renewed.

Multi-Herb: This product contains 29 powerful cleansing herbs that target and support the entire internal body, with herbs for the liver (dandelion root), the lymph system (echinacea angustifolia root extract), to soothe the intestines (slippery elm bark) and more.

Multi-Fiber: 20 ingredients are combined, including 13 sources of fiber, 5 complementary herbs, chlorella and acidophilus in a synergistic formula that supports the body's own natural detoxification processes, helping to promote 2-3 bowels movements per day. For best results, follow the enclosed cleansing booklet.

Suggested Use:

Multi-Herb and Multi-Fiber were designed to be taken together in the morning and evening. Start with 1 tablet of both products in the morning and 1 tablet of both products in the evening, increasing intake of both products by 1 tablet every other day until you achieve 2 to 3 bowel movements per day. Once you find the correct number of tablets, you can continue with that amount for enhanced internal cleansing. Do not exceed 6 tablets of each product twice per day.

Take only as much product as is needed to achieve 2-3 good bowel movements per day. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day. For best results, follow the enclosed cleansing booklet.

Multi-Herb Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container 120
Amount Per Serving %DV
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 56 mg 6%
Iodine (as kelp) 13 mcg 9%


Proprietary blend 640 mg Alfalfa (leaf) , Fenugreek (seed) , Ginger (root) , Dandelion (root) , Fennel (seed) , Yarrow Flower (leaf & flower) , Siberian Ginseng extract (root) , Green tea extract (leaf) , Hawthorn Berries (fruit) , Horsetail Herb (stern) , Licorice (root) , Marshmallow (root) , Mint (leaf) , Red Clover Top (flower) , Red Raspberry (leaf) , Safflower Oil (seed) , Skullcap Herb (ariel) , Burdock (root) , Chickweed (leaf) , Mullein (leaf) , Papaya (leaf), Black Cohosh (root) , Cayanne (fruit) , Club Moss (leaf) , Irish Moss (leaf) , Plantain Herb (seed & leaf) , Slippery Elm (bark) , Yellow Dock (root) , Ginkgo Biloba extract (leaf) , Milk Thistle extract (seed) , Echinacea Angustifolia powder (root)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Daily Value not established.

Other ingredients: Stearic acid, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, silicon dioxide, sodium starch glyconate, soy polysaccharides, natural peppermint flavor and magnesium stearate.

Multi-Fiber Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container 120

Amount Per Serving %DV

Calcium (as carbonate) 98 mg 10%


Proprietary blend 557 mg Cascara Sagrada (bark) , Fennel (seed) , Psyllium (seed husk) , Ginger (root) , Acacia Gumm (flower) . Alfalfa (leaf) , Apple Pectin (fruit) , Apple Powder (fruit) , Barley Rice (finer) , Beet (root) , GLucomanan , Gum Karaya (tree) , Lemon Peel (fruit) , Mint (leaf) , Oat Bran (seed kernal) , Red Raspberry (leaf) , Slippery Elm (bark) , Lactobacillus Acidophilus , Chlorella (leaf) , Guar Gum (leaf)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Daily Value not established.

Other ingredients: Stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium, silicon dioxide, soy polysaccharides, natural peppermint flavor, magnesium stearate and microcrystalline cellulose.

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Men’s Health: Common Issues and Natural Remedies

When it comes to their health, men tend to be more inclined than women to push aside health issues and hope that things will “take care of themselves”. Further, while they may strive to maintain physical health, men may be less likely to manage emotional and mental well-being.

Whether these behaviors are self-induced or subconscious due to societal pressures to be “tough” and “masculine”, health should not be a gender-based issue! Ignoring a nagging health condition or allowing a problem to go undiagnosed can lead to further complications.

Especially for men over 40, regular checkups should be made by an herbalist, homeopathic or general practitioner to evaluate general prostate health, cholesterol and blood pressure levels.

At this time, other health issues can also be mentioned and addressed, such as insomnia, depression, weight gain, etc.

Check out two of the most common internal and external health concerns and tips for natural support below.

Prostate Health

The three main disorders that can affect the prostate gland include: infection, enlarged prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), and prostate cancer. All three can directly affect the functionality of the penis and lead to erectile dysfunction and low libido.

Since research suggests that diet and stress appear to be the main culprits of prostate disorders, it is very important to follow a healthy nutrition plan and manage tension. Be sure to include a lot of fresh vegetables and fruits into daily diets, as well as fresh fish. Choose whole grains rather than refined white breads, pasta, crackers, and rice. Avoid fattening meats and packaged, processed foods.

Herbal and homeopathic remedies can greatly support prostate health, especially Saw palmetto (Sabal serrulata), which has been studied for its association with promoting male sexual health, and therefore the health of the prostate gland and normal PSA levels.

Hypoxis rooperi (extract of African potato) is a plant containing nutrient values that are as high as and possibly greater than in modern vegetables. Hypoxis rooperi has been researched for its ability to support the health of the prostate gland and testicles.

Hair Loss

Another health issue most men are concerned about is hair loss. Permanent male-pattern baldness typically begins to affect men as early as their teens and early twenties, with visible hair loss or balding appearing first near the top of the head, with a receding hairline at the temples.

While genetics are responsible for most balding, herbal and homeopathic remedies can help to stimulate and encourage hair growth as well as support blood circulation, hormonal balance and thyroid functioning.

Herbs commonly used include Ginkgo biloba, Rosmarinus officinale and Xanthoxylum clavaherculis help to promote strong, abundant hair. Other powerful herbs such as Equisetum arvense, Avena sativa and Echinacea are effective combating hair loss and nourishing hair follicles.

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Protein Smoothie Recipes To Support Cellular Antioxidant Production, Healthy Immune Function, Cellular Repair And Muscle Growth

RevitaPro™ protein shake is always easy to make and will exceed your taste bud's expectations. There is no better way to support your weight loss, workouts and health than allowing your body to utilize a non-denatured whey protein source. The shake recipes below will provide your body with a full range of native proteins and complete amino acid supplementation that your body needs to support cellular antioxidant production, healthy immune function, cellular repair and muscle growth.

Blueberry Smoothie

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Strawberry Smoothie

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• 4 ice cubes
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• 4 ice cubes
• dash cinnamon and almond extract
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Significantly Reduce Stress Related Hair Loss

You may have heard that stress can cause hair loss, and it’s true. Excessive physical or emotional stress, like that associated with injury, illness or surgery, can cause one of two types of hair loss:

 

• The more common type is called telogen effluvium. With this less severe type of hair loss, the hair stops growing and lies dormant, only to fall out 2 or 3 months later. Then it grows back within 6 to 9 months.

 

• The other type of stress-induced hair loss is known as alopecia areata, and involves a white blood cell attack on the hair follicles. With this type of hair loss, the hair also falls out within weeks (usually in patches), but can involve the entire scalp and even body hair. Hair may grow back on its own, but treatment may also be required.

 

Other Hair Loss Factors: There are other factors that can also cause hair loss, including but not limited to:

•  Illness
•  Hormonal changes
•  Pregnancy, childbirth, and birth control pill usage
•  Nervous habits
•  Chemotherapy
•  Gastric Surgery

 

If your hair is thinning, or you’re experiencing baldness and it seems abnormal and if you’re concerned that stress is the culprit, it’s always a good idea to cut down on lifestyle stress and find some effective coping techniques for the stress that remains that is where Nzuri Vida comes in the strongest.

 

Nzuri Vida contains Acai which has been proven to regulate stress levels and repair your body.

 

Stress and Acai

 

Stress is simply a fact of life and it is experienced by everyone. It is protective in nature and it only becomes a  problem when it goes beyond a certain limit. However, with today's fast paced lifestyle and social pressures, more and more people appear to be struggling to cope with stress. This led to the introduction of a host of products that claim to provide relief from stress, but the stark reality is that many of these products are at best useless and can even pose health risks. Amidst all the hype, one product stood head and shoulders above the rest, the Acai berry.

 

Various studies have shown that Acai is effective in reducing stress without any accompanying side effects. This is due to the high concentration of anthocyanins and polyphenols present in the Acai berry. Those who have been taking Acai tablets found that they feel less stressed. The reason behind this is that Acai is also able to address the symptoms that go with stress.

 

Acai has been proven to strengthen the immune system while providing that extra ounce of energy needed to go about the rigors of daily life. Acai also minimizes the risk of contracting serious diseases, including cancer. Never, ever underestimate the health benefits of this super fruit, people from across the globe have expressed their accolades after having added Acai into their daily diet. So if you feel that the cares of everyday life is taking its toll, look no further.

 

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Your hair will look slick and shiny from the oil. Try not to apply too much of the oil, as it will take longer to rinse out. Cover your hair with a plastic shower cap to retain heat and to increase absorption. Leave on for about an hour then remove the plastic shower cap and rinse your hair. Style as usual.

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AHA Issued Their First Ever Statement On Triglyceride Management And Omega-3 EPA/DHA

The American Heart Association (AHA) recently issued its first ever statement on triglyceride management that includes recommendations for Omega-3 EPA/DHA intake. Elevated triglyceride levels have long been associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). According to the AHA more than 31% of the United States population has borderline high triglyceride levels. Furthermore, AHA’s 2006 statistical data estimates that 81,100,000 people in the United States have one or more forms of cardiovascular disease, claiming 831,272 lives in that same year.

In conjunction with other important lifestyle changes, the AHA recommends 0.5 - 1g of Omega-3 EPA and DHA for individuals with borderline fasting triglyceride levels (150-199mg/dL), 1 - 2g for individuals with high fasting triglyceride levels (200-499mg/dL), and 2 - 4g for individuals with very high fasting triglyceride levels (≥500mg/dL). The AHA has also previously recommended that normal healthy individuals consume a variety of fish (preferably oily), and a daily intake of 1g of Omega-3 EPA and DHA for patients with documented coronary heart disease.

The recent statement issued by AHA is a very positive step for improving consumers’ understanding of the role of triglycerides in CVD management. Although awareness of the health benefits of Omega-3 is very high among consumers, many still do not understand the different forms of Omega-3 (EPA, DHA and ALA), or the health benefits of each.

It is important for consumers to understand that fish provides both EPA and DHA, whereas most algae sources provide only DHA. Furthermore, while ALA is an essential fatty acid, many of the  reported health benefits associated with Omega-3 have been the result of supplementation with EPA and DHA. While the body can theoretically convert ALA into EPA and DHA, the actual conversion rate is very low. In fact, many studies suggest that the conversion rate can be as low as 1% or less. As such, fish, fish oil supplements, and food products fortified with fish oil are the best sources of Omega-3 for consumers.

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What Is Stress & How Do You Overcome Feeling Stressed?

Are you stressed out? If you’re like most Americans, chances are the answer is, “Heck, yeah!” Unfortunately, stress is now just a way of life for too many of us. Whether it’s concerns over the uncertain economy, struggling to meet deadlines at work, handling family emergencies, dealing with relationship woes, or even tolerating daily traffic jams, there seems to be an unending parade of stressors in modern life.

Since this is National Stress Awareness Month, now’s a good time to discuss the different aspects of stress, how it can help or hurt you, and the coping mechanisms that can diminish it. If you’re already feeling too stressed to read the rest of this article, you really need to … so take a deep breath and read on.

What is stress?

The term “stress” is used as an umbrella term that covers the range of physiological responses to certain life events, such as an imminent threat, a heated argument, and real or imagined danger. When you react to stress, your body is trying to protect itself in the face of certain challenges. By releasing adrenaline and cortisol hormones, your body readies you for action. Consequently, your blood pressure rises, breathing becomes more rapid and your heart pounds. These physiological changes help to boost your strength, bolster your stamina and hone your focus.

If you’re stressed, you’re not alone

According to a March survey, 77% of Americans suffer from job-related stress. Topping the list of workplace stressors was low pay; however, commuting, unreasonable workloads and layoff fears were not too far behind.

Common negative stressors include the death of a loved one, divorce, injury or illness. Even though most people associate stress with negative situations, stress can also arise in positive scenarios, too. Any highly charged situation, especially one which forces you to quickly react, can cause stress. Positive stressors include marriage, buying a house, having a child and getting a promotion. And, depending on your personality, you may suffer from self-imposed stress, from mental states like pessimism, perfectionism or the inability to accept uncertainty.

Are you a serial stressor?

Although stress helps you meet short-term challenges, chronic stress can leave your body both over stimulated and depleted, risking damage to your health. Long-term stress can suppress the immune system, increase the risk of heart attack or stroke, and can even lead to premature aging, leaving you more vulnerable to emotional problems such as anxiety and depression.

These are serious health concerns so we encourage you to take time to consider how you’ll react in various situations. Often, those who suffer from chronic stress don’t actually recognize when they are stressed. The warning signs include constantly worrying, feeling overwhelmed, sleeping too little and frequent colds. If you believe you might be suffering from chronic stress, the first step is to talk with your doctor. Beyond that, here are some specific ideas about how to reduce the impacts of stress in your life.

Tips for managing stress

To start, coping mechanisms such as smoking, overeating, avoiding social interactions, lashing out at others and abusing drugs are known to be harmful to your health. Fortunately, there are healthier ways to manage stress, including …

Guided Imagery … Think of a peaceful setting. Imagine all the details, including visuals, smells and sounds. Think about how calm you feel. Use this process whenever you are faced with stressful situations.

Talk to a Friend … Expressing your feelings to a trusted friend can lighten your load. Remember, the more you isolate yourself, the more susceptible you will be to stress.

Aromatherapy … Thanks to the nose’s strong ties to the brain, aromatherapy offers a quick and easy way to foster a relaxed state of mind. Lavender, citrus and vanilla are effective scents that can be purchased at health food stores.

Exercise … Walk, swim or take a bike ride. When you exercise at a certain level over a period of time, the body produces chemicals that can make you feel good. And, you’ll probably drop some weight, too.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids … Serotonin, a hormone found naturally in the brain, is responsible for controlling emotional responses and creating a sense of well-being. The EPA and DHA present in Omega-3 fatty acids help maintain healthy levels of serotonin.

Eat a Healthy Diet … Try to avoid fast foods loaded with fat and preservatives, overly salted foods, caffeine and sugar. Make sure your diet includes proteins, whole grains, fresh veggies and plenty of water.

Laugh … Laughing actually induces physical changes in your body. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Laughter enhances your intake of oxygen-rich air, stimulates your heart, lungs and muscles, and increases the endorphins that are released by your brain.”

Meditate … It’s not necessary to take a class or even buy a book. Find a comfortable and quiet spot and think about all of the positive things in your life. Make an effort to feel truly thankful for each of them.

Enjoy Nature … Taking a walk outdoors can do you a world of good. Basking in sunshine not only feels good, it is good for your health, when taken in moderation. Sunshine helps stimulate serotonin, which can promote a good mental outlook.

Help Someone Else … Research reveals that people who engage in altruistic behavior are inclined to enjoy better mental health.

Learn to Say No … You may be surprised to learn that many people find it difficult to say “no”. Reserving this right every once in a while can keep you from filling up every minute of every day.

Indulge in Your Hobbies … When you do something you love to do, you go to a more positive emotional level.

Learn from Others … Do you admire how a friend or co-worker handles stressful situations? If so, observe (or simply ask them) how they do it. You may learn a helpful trick or two.

Do Nothing … Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that it’s okay to just do nothing at all for a while. Stop whatever activity is at-hand and savor the moment.

Ask for Help … If you start to feel overwhelmed by chores or tasks, ask for help. It’s as simple as that!

Smile … Try it right now. You may find this minimal act an instant stress reducer.

Groove More … Treat yourself to some excellent tunes, preferably up-tempo.

Do One Thing at a Time … Smart phones and computers are great, but sometimes they can boggle the senses, increasing stress.

Hydrotherapy … Soaking in a hot bath sprinkled with epsom salts can help release muscle tension and get you ready for a good night’s sleep.

Curl up with a Friend … Spending quality time with your companion animal can lower blood pressure and stress levels.

No matter which techniques you choose to incorporate in your routine, we truly hope they’ll help you to live a more abundant life, with less abundant stress!

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Fish Oil Part of Regimen to Protect Against Heart Disease

In the first large-scale study of its kind, researchers from the Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan investigated the health effects of daily Omega-3 supplements in combination with a drug commonly prescribed for those at-risk for heart attacks, angina and other coronary events.

Patients were all identified as having higher than average levels of cholesterol. They were divided into two groups: a main group that included nearly 15,000 participants with no prior history of coronary artery disease, and a secondary group with over 3,600 subjects with a prior history of coronary artery disease. Some of each group were given highly-purified fish oil supplements in addition to statins (enzyme blockers that lower cholesterol levels in the blood by reducing the production of cholesterol by the liver), while others were given only the prescription drug.

Over the course of the nearly five-year study, there was a significant difference between those receiving the fish oil supplements and those who did not. While both therapies proved effective in reducing levels of cholesterol, participants taking the fish oil supplements and statins had a 19% reduction in risk for heart illness. The research also noted that a similar, preventative benefit from daily fish oil supplementation that may convey to those not currently deemed at-risk for heart problems.

“Effects of eicosapentaenoic acid on cardiovascular events in Japanese patients with hypercholesterolemia: rationale, design, and baseline characteristics of the Japan EPA Lipid Intervention Study (JELIS).” American Heart Journal. 2003 Oct;146(4):613-20.

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How To Protect Yourself From Radiation Exposure

The unfolding events relating to Japan's damaged nuclear reactors is raising a real concern in the U.S. If one or several of these reactors meltdown radioactive particles will following the jet stream and will not only impact Los Angeles to Alaska but effect the entire continent.
 
Protecting the thyroid with iodine seems to be about all public health officials are willing to recommend to the public. However, there are other even more important steps every person should consider. Radiation interaction within your body generates massive amounts of damaging free radicals, in turn potentially inducing DNA damage that may lead to future cancer -- often manifesting a decade or two later. This means it is a good idea to maximize your overall antioxidant defenses. Ideally, this system of defense should be bolstered in advance to provide maximal protection. Unfortunately the antioxidant defense systems of most Americans are in a poor or weakened state.
 
Research shows the best ways to protect your body, cells, and DNA from Free-Radical damage is by 1) Raising your body's Master Antioxidant Defense Chemical Glutathione
2) Raising your Body's cellular ATP and 3) Taking a Broad Spectrum of Antioxidant compounds1,2.
 
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1) D. Benova and I. Baev. 1991. Protection of the mouse from genetic radiation damage by an optimal-dose-ratio combination of ATP, AET, and serotonin. Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences. Volume 34, Number 7, 876-877.
 
2)  N. Prasad et. al. 2004. Radiation protection in humans: extending the concept of as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) from dose to biological damage. British Journal of Radiology (2004) 77, 97-99.
 
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Omega-3’s Help To Preserve Cognitive Functioning

In a study featured in Neurology, 1,613 subjects were examined between the ages of 45 and 70, testing the correlation between Omega-3 consumption and the preservation of cognitive abilities. Mental functioning was gauged on multiple measures by researchers (memory, psychomotor speed, higher-level information processing and overall cognition), and participants completed a food consumption questionnaire to record their eating patterns, especially as their diets related to intake of fatty fish.

Consumption of long-chain polyunsaturated Omega-3 fatty acids derived from fish was positively associated with a reduced risk of mental impairment, both on measures of overall cognitive function and psychomotor speed. Researchers also noted a significant correlation between higher consumption rates of cholesterol (saturated fats) and an increased risk of impaired memory and cognitive flexibility.

The researchers concluded that Omega-3’s may benefit cognitive performance due to their anti-inflammatory properties. The researchers further speculate that the diminished cognitive performance associated with lower intake of Omega-3’s may be a predictor of Alzheimer’s Disease later in life.

“Dietary intake of fatty acids and fish in relation to cognitive performance at middle age.” Neurology. 2004 Jan 27;62(2):275-80.

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Show Your Heart Some Love with Omega-3

February is not just for lovers anymore. The American Heart Association (AHA) has officially dubbed February “American Heart Month”. So, what better time to start showing your heart more love than in February? The Center for Disease Control and Prevention claims that heart disease is the leading cause of deaths in the United States. Both the Mayo Clinic and the AHA suggest that consuming 2-3 (3.5 ounce) servings of omega-3 rich foods a week can help support a healthy heart.

How do you know that you are providing your body with enough omega-3’s? Here are a few ways to ensure that you are consuming the recommended amounts of omega-3 fatty acids:

Eat Fish - All fish contain omega-3’s. The fattier the fish, the higher the omega-3 levels. Your best bets are fish with high levels of omega-3’s, such as mackerel, salmon, sardines, herring and tuna. Be sure to use caution when consuming large amounts of fish, as some have elevated levels of mercury, which could lead to health risks, especially in pregnant women. In order to make your fish selection an easy one, the EPA has published safe eating guidelines. For more information, visit www.EPA.gov and type ‘safe eating guideline’ in the search box at the top of the home page.

Go Nuts - Most nuts, seeds and beans also contain omega-3’s. The best sources are soybeans, walnuts, flaxseed and pumpkin seeds.

Cook with Oil - Instead of cooking in vegetable oil, try a more heart-healthy option by using olive oil, sunflower seed oil, soybean oil, flaxseed oil or canola oil.

Get Fortified - When you are shopping at the local market, keep your eyes open for foods fortified with omega-3. Most will prominently display “Enhanced or Fortified with Omega-3” on the label. Juices, eggs, pastas, cereals, breads and even soups are just some of the products that now feature heart healthy omega-3’s.

How can you truly be certain that you are getting plenty of omega-3’s? Taking an omega-3 fish oil supplement daily is a great way; however, be sure to choose an ultra-refined product. To be sure you are getting the highest quality, choose a fish oil supplement that has an IFOS 5-Star Rating. This validation testing ensures that you are getting a safe and effective fish oil supplement that you can feel confident giving to your family.

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What causes hair to grow or not to grow?

Healthy hair is not only a pleasure to behold; it is pleasing to the person that has it. A single follicle on the human scalp produces approximately .35 millimeters of hair shaft per day. The cycles of growth of each follicle consist of the building up and tearing down of the structure. After a period of rest the follicle is built anew from raw materials and each hair follicle goes through this identical process as it grows longer and stronger. Nzuri, a high-quality liquid multivitamin hair tonic supplies the body with the proper vitamins, amino acids, and minerals that you may not be receiving in your diet to help create beautiful, healthy hair.

It is important to point out that many of the metabolic requirements of the cells of the hair follicle must be met or adequate and optimal hair growth will not occur. This means that certain vitamins and minerals must be present in adequate proportions or there will be faulty or nonexistent hair growth. Research has shown that in our hurry up world of fast food, and extreme work schedules we have developed extraordinarily poor eating habits. This extremely poor diet affecting our general health and energy levels and makes our fingernails weaker and our hair thinner and far less healthier.

Environmental Effects on Your Hair

Along with stress, toxins in the environment, exposure to the sun, cigarette smoke (actively or passively inhaled), excess alcohol consumption and lack of sleep sometimes makes our bodies work overtime to maintain a standard of marginal health - not optimal.

These factors may lead to a decline in our cosmetic appearance, including our hair, being compromised and weakened. Because the brain considers our hair to be expendable and not essential to maintain our health, at least our physical health, it tends to be the last part of the body to receive nutrients from the foods we eat.

The result of this is dull, lifeless hair, or even retarded (slowed) hair growth. What should enhance our best features has become a deterrent to our beauty as individuals and the way others possibly perceive our health and how attractive we appear to them. This does not have to be so. Remember, people subconsciously use triggers like how healthy your face or hair is to make a subconscious judgment about your overall health.

Taking proper, daily hair vitamins and minerals plays a huge role in keeping your hair healthy. Any nutritional deficiencies can lead to thinning hair or even total baldness. It is a well-known fact that an under-active thyroid can result in frizzy or brittle hair while an overactive thyroid turns hair greasy and limp. The goal is proper supplementation and nutritional balance.

The Solution is Keeping Your Hair in its Younger State

In an older person the total number of the capillary loops (blood source) supplying the hair follicles is considerably diminished. This diminution (reduction) of blood supplied to the hair follicle would require either greater blood flow through these follicles or an increased amount of nutrients of various types such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids in order to supply the hair follicle with the same amount of these materials.

Since the former is unlikely, as blood vessels are decreasing instead of increasing, it appears that the latter course, mainly supplying more nutrients, would be the most logical way to keep the hair follicle in its younger state.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Any nutritional deficiencies can slow hair growth or stop your hair from growing. Your hair ultimately reflects the overall condition of your body.

If your body is healthy and well-nourished, your hair will be your shining glory. If you are having any health problems or suffering from any nutritional deficiencies, your hair may stop growing or show damage or become brittle. If your body is in good health, you can maximize your genetic growth cycle through taking the proper blend of amino acids and B-vitamins.

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It is also important to include B-6, biotin, inositol and folic acid in the supplemental program. It has been found that certain minerals including magnesium, sulfur, silica and zinc are also very important toward maintaining healthy hair.

Beta-carotene is also important to hair growth because beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A as the body needs it, helps maintain normal growth and bone development, protective sheathing around nerve fibers, as well as promoting healthy skin, hair and nails! Nzuri has all of these ingredients and much more. Besides making lifestyle changes, taking Nzuri every day is recommended to boost your hair growth

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Most multivitamins are just that - vitamins - and not much else. Just as your body needs vitamins, minerals, proteins, a little bit of fat, sugar, carbohydrates, enzymes and more to properly function, why would you take a multivitamin that only contained vitamins and a few scant minerals?

For proper hair growth, you need to take a multi-nutrient formula that contains nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, whole food extracts, plant enzymes, and herbal extracts all in a single easy to take dose instead.

The most important criteria is the form, followed by the dose size. Pills simply are not the best answer. Pills contain vitamins that are bound to many fillers and stabilizers. Pure liquid hair vitamins are simply a suspension of ingredients, without wasteful binders and fillers.

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Dyslexia, Diet and Omega 3 Fish Oils

Dyslexia appears to be a close cousin of attention deficient disorder and affects about 5 percent of Americans. Dyslexics often see letters backwards or turned sideways and have a tough time reading printed text. Just like those with ADD, people with dyslexia have a deficiency of long-chain Omega 3 fatty acids in their blood lipids. Supplementation with long-chain Omega 3 fatty acids should, therefore, reduce this problem. This thinking makes perfect sense because the retina in each of your eyes (which is responsible for the quality of the visual input to the brain) has the highest concentration of DHA in the body. Like the children with ADD, those with dyslexia will require the combination of high-dose fish oil and insulin control. Like the children with ADD, children with dyslexia initially require between 9 and 18 grams per day of ultra- refined long-chain Omega 3 fatty acids to see an improvement in their condition.

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The Benefits Of Taking A High Dose Fish Oil Supplement

A common question regarding pharmaceutical grade fish oil is: What can you expect when you begin taking high-dose Pharmaceutical grade fish oil if you're relatively healthy? You will notice that your mental abilities are enhanced and that your emotional state is on a more even keel. Taking doses of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids increase your body's production of the two neurotransmitters (dopamine and serotonin). Dopamine spurs you to action allowing enhanced concentration by your brain. It allows you to concentrate on the task at hand and organize yourself more efficiently. Serotonin is your morality or "feel good" hormone that gives you a sense of well being and allows you to handle stress more easily.

Within 7 days of taking EPA and DHA from Omega-3 fish oil concentrates and following balanced dietary recommendations with exercise, you can expect to find yourself thinking more clearly with a greater sense of concentration. In addition, your ability to handle stress will be greatly increased. Finally, you will see improvement of your physical capacity for exercise, especially in terms of greater endurance, due to better blood flow. Most important, however, you are taking the first step for you to have a longer and better life.

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■ Burn fat faster: Excess weight is a potent stimulator of silent inflammation. Omega-3 fatty acids help accelerate your rate of fat loss and control Silent Inflammation simultaneously. Taken daily, Omega-3 fatty acids enable you to reduce excess body fat at the fastest possible rate.*
■ Control molecular inflammation: Omega-3 concentrates enriched with EPA and DHA are powerful anti-inflammatory agents. The growing importance of daily supplementation with ultra-refined Omega-3 fatty acids enriched with EPA and DHA has been confirmed by leading medical institutions and government health agencies.
Controlling inflammation through your diet and nutritional supplementation is key to maintain a state of wellness.

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Fruta Vida, Pro Vitamin Complete & Pro Ionic Silver On Sale In January! Get Healthier Now!

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Does Your Living Situation Whittle or Widen Your Waistline?

by A. Grano

An article recently came out by Judith J. Wurtman, PhD, who made a statement that living alone may actually be detrimental to weight loss efforts, despite the popular notion that single dwellers would have an easier time controlling their diets.

Pitfalls of Solo Eating

The reasons why? The article suggested that people who live alone may be more likely to fall under one of three types: ‘emotional eaters’, who eat due to loneliness; ‘boredom eaters’, who nosh quickly through meals then snack throughout the evening because they do not have the drawn-out process of meal preparation and cleanup; or ‘mindless eaters’, who are unaware of the calories they are consuming while eating ready-made foods in front of the TV.

Pitfalls of Group Eating

Conversely, people who are trying to watch their waistlines and live in a larger household may have to contend with the temptation of junk food lying around for those who have faster metabolisms and can eat more calories without weight gain, those who insist on preparing only certain types of foods without consideration of the person watching his or her weight, or those who persuade others to eat something too as part of a mealtime bonding ritual or hobby. Maintaining regular mealtimes is yet another challenge because of how difficult it can be to coordinate different schedules.

Solutions for Every Situation

Living alone or living with others each presents its own challenges, but staying motivated to eat well is achievable regardless. Planning menus and sticking to them is important for anyone, as it eliminates added calories for those mindless snackers, and can help others in the household to understand that healthy meals are important to you. If getting others to cooperate on your meal suggestions is a struggle, try to work together to find a happy medium. Having support from your family, partner, or friends is important and a little communication can go a long way.

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Why Bee Products?

The bee hive is a storehouse of goodie for great health. Bee Pollen, Bee Propels, Royal Jelly, and Raw Honey have, for thousands of years, been credited with giving longer life, younger appearance and a zest for living!

These four natural ingredients in Bee Natural Tabs have many, many documented healthful benefits. Our product is all natural, contains no additives or preservatives, and has no fat. Each Tab contains Bee Pollen, 550 mg and Royal Jelly 60 mg in a base of Honey and Propolis 610 mg.

Bee Natural Tabs are processed without heat, and contain every known ingredient necessary for a balanced diet.

An important factor in the retention of nutrient value in Bee Natural Tabs is that the produce is processed completely without heat so that the nutrients and living enzymes are left intact. Heat processing destroys the nutrients and kills the spores. No laboratory process can replicate the life forces found in these natural products.

The amounts of the four items in Bee Natural Tabs are fixed, but the exact quantity of each nutrient varies from one batch to another, just as the amount of vitamin C varies from one orange to another.

The Incredible Ingredients!

The combines effects of Bee Pollen, Bee Propolis, Royal Jelly, and Raw Honey appear to be greater than the sum of the individual effects. The products work best together.

BEE POLLEN - A critical factor in the quality of Bee Pollen is that it must come from multiple sources. Multiple sourcing is necessary to assure that all nutrients are present. Only the best, freshest, multi-source pollen is used in Bee Natural Tabs to give them the cross-pollination benefit.

BEE PROPOLIS - The Propolis in Bee Natural abs is of the best quality and purity. The unique heat-free process of combining Bee Pollen, Bee Propolis, Royal Jelly, and Raw Honey assures the full potency and life forces contained in the hive are still present in the final product.

ROYAL JELLY - Deteriorates and loses its biological activity quickly. The Royal Jelly fed to the queen bee is never more than 24 house old. Tests comparing 24-hour old jelly to 48-hour old jelly showed that the fresher batch was four times more biologically active. Freeze-drying is the key to providing the potency found in Bee Natural Tabs.

RAW HONEY - The best honey is raw and unfiltered. Like pollen, it should come from multiple sources to assure nutritional balance. The honey in Bee Natural Tabs is of the best quality and is freeze-dried in its natural state to preserve the potency of its vitamins, minerals and enzymes.

Ingredient facts for Bee Natural Tabs

BEE POLLEN

Multi-sourced, cross-pollinated, freeze-dried Pollen is used in Bee Natural Tabs. Bee Pollen has been called "nature's perfect food" due to its valuable components. Studies show that people can live indefinitely on a diet of Bee Pollen and water. Clinical tests worldwide have shown that Bee Pollen is a 'complete food' that is capable of sustaining life and health.

Pollen is male seed of flowering plants. Some plants depend on the wind to carry pollen for fertilization, and are responsible or allergies in some individuals. Other plants require insects such as honeybees to distribute their pollen. Bee Pollen is simply pollen collected and processed by the bees and carried back to the hive as food for the colony.

As bees collect nectar from flowers, they select only the pollens that have the greatest amount of protein. Bee Pollen has five to seven times more protein than beef. Twenty-eight percent protein, without the heavy animal fat, makes Bee Pollen a healthy protein alternative.

Bee Pollen is also rich in vegetable protein. One pound of Bee Pollen is equivalent to 15 pounds of fruits and vegetables, has more protein by weight than meat, fish or eggs, and contains all of the nutrients needed to sustain life. It contains all the ingredients necessary for a balanced diet with the exception of the carbohydrate requirement whish is satisfied by plain honey, included in each Bee Tab.

Bee Pollen is low in fats and calories, and has at least 96 active nutrients, including: 22 Amino Acids, 16 Vitamins and Minerals (including seven of the B complex group, one of which is B-12) 27 Mineral Salts, Trace Elements, Carbohydrates, Essential Fatty Acids, Hormones and Living Enzymes.

What Bee Pollen Is Used For:

Retards hardening of arteries. Strengthen circulatory system.
Combats symptoms of allergies, sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma, migraine headaches, urinary disorders, colitis, ulcers, digestion, reduce stress and increase alertness and stamina.
Regulates intestines, improve blood composition (increases in red and white blood cell count have been observed). Improve alertness, concentration, and memory.
Several studies have documented the value of Bee Pollen for the prostate, concluding that using Bee Pollen can significantly affect inflammation and swelling.
Along with a sensible diet, Bee Pollen can be considered a valuable weight loss food; its phenylalanine content acts as a natural appetite suppressant.
Bee Pollen has been used for years as a natural alternative to synthetic drugs for lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, decreasing harmful LDL and increasing beneficial HDL.
European doctors prescribe Bee Pollen as a supplement to convalescents and athletes who report increases in energy levels, strength, vitality, stamina and improved recovery time.
It stimulates the metabolism and contains 15% lecithin which helps dissolve and flush fat from the body.
Cancer fighting properties of bee Pollen have been noted in medical studies. It has also been reported to ease the side effects of radiation treatment and chemotherapy!

BEE PROPOLIS

Freeze-Dried Bee Propolis is used in Bee Natural Tbs. Bee Propolis is made by bees tom resin found on tree buds and bark, usually from conifers and poplar trees. The bees gather the resin, blend it with wax and use it in the hive to block holes, narrow entrances and sanitize the hive interior. Bees adopted sterilization long before humans were aware of the need for hygiene. The most sterile place in nature is the bee hive. Propolis is the substance responsible for neutralizing any bacteria, fungi or virus which enters the hive.

Propolis is a highly complex mixture of waxes, resins, balsams, etheric and aromatic oils and a small amount of pollen. Propolis has been found to have bactericidal and antibiotic properties. The nutritional value alone of Propolis makes it a strong and valuable food supplement especially when combined with the other bee products that make up Bee Natural Tabs. Propolis is a source of almost all known nutrients. Health practitioners recognize Propolis as a very powerful, all natural antibiotic that can prove beneficial with disorders ranging from the common cold to arthritis.

Bee Propolis is a rich source of bioflavonoids which are important elements for building the immune system and fighting disease. Other valuable components may include cinamic acid, cinnamyl alcohol, vanillin, caffeic acid, tetochrysin, isalpinin, pincembrin, chrysin, gangin, and ferulic acid. Laboratory results have shown the superior performance of Propolis over man-made drugs.

What Bee Propolis is Used For:

Propolis is one of the most powerful natural antibiotics discovered and found in nature. It is an antibiotic substance that stimulates the body's own natural resistance.
It contains chemical substances that support and strengthen the immune system providing excellent preventative medicine to fight disease.
Research shows that Bee Propolis has antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.
Unlike man-made antibiotics which destroy necessary intestinal flora, Bee Propolis leaves the intestinal tract in balance; nor, will bacteria develop a resistance to Propolis as they do with man-made drugs.
Regulates hormones.
In 1991 Columbia University published a study on the cancer fighting properties of Bee Propolis.
A recent study published in the June 1995 issue of Cancer Research entitled "Chemoprevention of Colon Carcinogenesis by Phenylethyl-3-methylcaffeate" showed that caffeic acid esters present in Propolis have cancer prevention properties.
Has been used successfully in cases of urinary tract infection, gout, sinus congestion, colds, influenza, bronchitis, gastritis, periodontal disease, ulcers, cancer and headaches.

ROYAL JELLY

Freeze-Dried Royal Jelly is used in Bee Natural Tabs. Royal Jelly is a creamy white liquid secreted by nurse bees and is the exclusive diet of the queen bee. When the hive loses its queen, a regular worker egg is transformed into a new queen simply by providing it a steady stream of fresh Royal Jelly. This premium diet gives her an extended life span of 5-7 years while regular worker bees live only 2-3 months and enables her to produce twice her weight in eggs daily.

In spite of extensive research, parts of this compound still remain a mystery to scientists. This mystery substance contains about 20% of an unknown material essential to maintain a species that has remained virtually unchanged for eons. Science hasn't identified or copied this compound yet!

Royal Jelly is rich in all of the B-complex vitamins, A, C, D, and E, enzymes and amino acids (20 amino acids, including cystine, lysine, and arginine). It's highly concentrated with rich proteins and hormones. It contains moisture, lipids, and minerals. Royal Jelly provides fatty acids, sugars, sterols, nerve message transmission). It is also rich in nucleic acids and contains gamma globulin, which stimulates the immune system, and decanoic acid, a strong antibiotic.

Only 20 years ago Royal jelly was reserved for the very rich, since a single ounce cost thousands of dollars.

What Royal Jelly is Used For:

Studies show that Royal Jelly exhibits cancer fighting properties, is effective in relieving arthritis, lowering bad cholesterol, easing symptoms of Parkinson's disease, and appears to be powerful in countering aspects of the aging process.
It also stimulates the circulatory system, speeds up the metabolism, and helps the body fight infection.
Royal Jelly produces a strong burst of energy and a feeling of well-being.

RAW HONEY

Freeze-Dried Raw Honey is used in Bee Natural Tabs. Raw Honey is made from the nectar of flowers. Worker bees gather the nectar and place it in their honey sc where it mixes with acid secretions. Bees reduce the moisture content from 40-80% to 18-20% before the cell is sealed and the honey is complete.

Most processed honey today has been heated and filtered, robbing it of its nutritional value and resulting in a product with little more value than a simple sweetener. Honey is an instant energy-building food containing all the essential minerals necessary for life, all of the B complex group, amino acids, enzymes and other vital factors. Honey is virtually free of bacteria and rarely spoils. Raw Honey contains up to 80 different substances, important in human nutrition. Besides glucose and fructose, Honey contains vitamins (all of the B complex A, C, D, E, and K), minerals and tract elements (magnesium, sulfur, phosphorus, iron calcium, chlorine potassium, iodine, sodium, copper, and manganese). The live enzyme content of honey is one of the highest of all foods. Honey also contains proteins, amino acids, carbohydrates, organic acids, hormones, and antimicrobial and antibacterial factors.

Much of raw, unfiltered honey's effectiveness may be due to the presence of Bee Pollen and Propolis, but there are substances in honey as yet unidentified, that may be responsible for its positive effects.

What Raw Honey Is Used For:

Research shows that honey improves chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinus problems and allergies.
Honey has been used to combat depression, fatigue, insomnia, nervous disorders, urine retention problems, cramps, headaches and high blood pressure.
Beautifies and soothes the skin, clears many skin disorders.
Hastens the healing of wounds.
Facilitates the digestion and assimilation of other foods.
Has laxative, sedative, antitoxic, and antiseptic effects.
Is effective in countering anemia.

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Your Green Prescription: Good Greens - Lower Your Cholesterol And A Whole Lot More!

According to the American Heart association, nearly 1 million people die each year from cardiovascular disease. What’s worse, more than 70 million of us are dealing with cardiovascular disease of some form on any given day. Unfortunately, the news gets even worse when you consider how many of us live under increased risk due to our lifestyle choices and genetic predispositions.

Consider the following:
More than 20 million of us have diabetes
Another 41 million of us are pre-diabetic
Only about 30% of us engage in routine physical activity
More than 20% of us still use tobacco
About 1/3 of us have higher blood pressure than we should
About 50% of us have higher total cholesterol than we should

So what does all of this mean? The time to start taking control of your cardiovascular health is right now.

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Scientists Learn How Food Affects The Brain: Omega 3 Especially Important

Article From ScienceDaily (July 11, 2008) — In addition to helping protect us from heart disease and cancer, a balanced diet and regular exercise can also protect the brain and ward off mental disorders.

"Food is like a pharmaceutical compound that affects the brain," said Fernando Gómez-Pinilla, a UCLA professor of neurosurgery and physiological science who has spent years studying the effects of food, exercise and sleep on the brain. "Diet, exercise and sleep have the potential to alter our brain health and mental function. This raises the exciting possibility that changes in diet are a viable strategy for enhancing cognitive abilities, protecting the brain from damage and counteracting the effects of aging."

Gómez-Pinilla analyzed more than 160 studies about food's affect on the brain; the results of his analysis appear in the journal Nature Reviews Neuroscience.

Omega-3 fatty acids -- found in salmon, walnuts and kiwi fruit -- provide many benefits, including improving learning and memory and helping to fight against such mental disorders as depression and mood disorders, schizophrenia, and dementia, said Gómez-Pinilla, a member of UCLA's Brain Research Institute and Brain Injury Research Center.

Synapses in the brain connect neurons and provide critical functions; much learning and memory occurs at the synapses, Gómez-Pinilla said.

"Omega-3 fatty acids support synaptic plasticity and seem to positively affect the expression of several molecules related to learning and memory that are found on synapses," Gómez-Pinilla said. "Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for normal brain function.

"Dietary deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids in humans has been associated with increased risk of several mental disorders, including attention-deficit disorder, dyslexia, dementia, depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia," he said. "A deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids in rodents results in impaired learning and memory."

Children who had increased amounts of omega-3 fatty acids performed better in school, in reading and in spelling and had fewer behavioral problems, he said.

Preliminary results from a study in England show that school performance improved among a group of students receiving omega-3 fatty acids. In an Australian study, 396 children between the ages 6 and 12 who were given a drink with omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients (iron, zinc, folic acid and vitamins A, B6, B12 and C) showed higher scores on tests measuring verbal intelligence and learning and memory after six months and one year than a control group of students who did not receive the nutritional drink. This study was also conducted with 394 children in Indonesia. The results showed higher test scores for boys and girls in Australia, but only for girls in Indonesia.

Getting omega-3 fatty acids from food rather than from capsule supplements can be more beneficial, providing additional nutrients, Gómez-Pinilla said.

Scientists are learning which omega-3 fatty acids seem to be especially important. One is docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA, which is abundant in salmon. DHA, which reduces oxidative stress and enhances synaptic plasticity and learning and memory, is the most abundant omega-3 fatty acid in cell membranes in the brain.

"The brain and the body are deficient in the machinery to make DHA; it has to come through our diet," said Gómez-Pinilla, who was born and raised in salmon-rich Chile and eats salmon three times a week, along with a balanced diet. "Omega-3 fatty acids are essential."

A healthy diet and exercise can also reduce the effect of brain injury and lead to a better recovery, he said.

Recent research also supports the hypothesis that health can be passed down through generations, and a number of innovative studies point to the possibility that the effects of diet on mental health can be transmitted across generations, Gómez-Pinilla said.

A long-term study that included more than 100 years of birth, death, health and genealogical records for 300 Swedish families in an isolated village showed that an individual's risk for diabetes and early death increased if his or her paternal grandparents grew up in times of food abundance rather than food shortage.

"Evidence indicates that what you eat can affect your grandchildren's brain molecules and synapses," Gómez-Pinilla said. "We are trying to find the molecular basis to explain this."

Controlled meal-skipping or intermittent caloric restriction might provide health benefits, he said.

Excess calories can reduce the flexibility of synapses and increase the vulnerability of cells to damage by causing the formation of free radicals. Moderate caloric restriction could protect the brain by reducing oxidative damage to cellular proteins, lipids and nucleic acids, Gómez-Pinilla said.

The brain is highly susceptible to oxidative damage. Blueberries have been shown to have a strong antioxidant capacity, he noted.

In contrast to the healthy effects of diets that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, diets high in trans fats and saturated fats adversely affect cognition, studies indicate.

Junk food and fast food negatively affect the brain's synapses, said Gómez-Pinilla, who eats fast food less often since conducting this research. Brain synapses and several molecules related to learning and memory are adversely affected by unhealthy diets, he said.

Emerging research indicates that the effects of diet on the brain, combined with the effects of exercise and a good night's sleep, can strengthen synapses and provide other cognitive benefits, he added.

In Okinawa, an island in Japan where people frequently eat fish and exercise, the lifespan is one of the world's longest, and the population has a very low rate of mental disorders, Gómez-Pinilla noted.

Folic acid is found in various foods, including spinach, orange juice and yeast. Adequate levels of folic acid are essential for brain function, and folate deficiency can lead to neurological disorders such as depression and cognitive impairment. Folate supplementation, either by itself or in conjunction with other B vitamins, has been shown to be effective in preventing cognitive decline and dementia during aging and enhancing the effects of antidepressants. The results of a recent randomized clinical trial indicate that a three-year folic acid supplementation can help reduce the age-related decline in cognitive function.

In patients with major depression and schizophrenia, levels of a signaling molecule known as brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, are reduced. Antidepressants elevate BDNF levels, and most treatments for depression and schizophrenia stimulate BDNF. Here, too, omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial, as is the curry spice curcumin, which has been shown to reduce memory deficits in animal models of Alzheimer's disease and brain trauma. BDNF is most abundant in the hippocampus and the hypothalamus -- brain areas associated with cognitive and metabolic regulation.

The high consumption of curcumin in India may contribute to the low prevalence of Alzheimer's disease on the subcontinent.

In humans, a mutation in a BDNF receptor has been linked to obesity and impairments in learning and memory.

"BDNF is reduced in the hippocampus, in various cortical areas and in the serum of patients with schizophrenia," Gómez-Pinilla said. "BDNF levels are reduced in the plasma of patients with major depression."

Smaller food portions with the appropriate nutrients seem to be beneficial for the brain's molecules, such as BDNF, he said.

Gómez-Pinilla showed in 1995 that exercise can have an effect on the brain by elevating levels of BDNF.

He noted that while some people have extremely good genes, most of us are not so lucky and need a balanced diet, regular exercise and a good night's sleep.

The research was funded by the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Journal Reference: Gómez-Pinilla et al. Brain foods: the effects of nutrients on brain function. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 2008; 9 (7): 568 DOI: 10.1038/nrn2421

Editor's Note: This article is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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Do You Need To Lose Weight? Pro Lean Helps Increase Metabolism, Burn Fat And Curb Cravings

Studies show that citrus aurantium increases the body's resting metabolic rate and encourages the release of stored fat for energy production. What makes this botanical so unique is that it appears to increase thermogenesis without stimulating the central nervous system. As a result, it encourages the body to burn calories at a faster rate without creating a feeling of nervousness or "jitters." Citrus aurantium may also act as an appetite suppressant.

Citris aurantium is the traditional Chinese medicine name for the immature, unripe fruit of a citrus family plant (tree) called Citrus Aurantium, also known in other parts of the world as bitter orange, green orange, sour orange, or Seville orange. It's natural habitat is India and China, but it is cultivated in Spain and Madeira. This fruit is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, and contains other substances that facilitate weight loss and additional healthy benefits.

Doctors in the Department of Physiology, Medicine and Pathology at Georgetown University Medical Center had this to say about Citris aurantium:

"Obesity is a serious health problem throughout the world. More than half of U.S. adults are overweight (61%) and more than a quarter (26%) of U.S. adults are obese. The inability of many individuals to keep their weight in check by diet and exercise has created a need for additional therapeutic means to combat obesity. Despite great effort, the pharmaceutical industry has not come up with the solution; because most weight-loss drugs to date have serious adverse effects to health and well-being... Ephedrine has proven time and time again that it is an effective weight loss agent through its ability to increase thermogenesis and quench appetite. However, the publicity concerning adverse reactions has led to its gradual withdrawal from use by many despite the perceived consequences of obesity... Citrus aurantium, an agent containing beta agonists, has been reported to aid in weight loss in two studies and increase thermogenesis, at least to some extent, in three studies... At present, Citrus aurantium may be the best thermogenic substitute for ephedra."

The constituents found in citris aurantium - synephrine, tyramine, octopamine, hordenine and n-methyltyramine - especially the active ingredient synephrine, act as a mild stimulant that boosts the metabolic rate, expends calories and increases energy. This stimulation of the fat metabolism does not have negative cardiovascular or central nervous system effects, since only the beta-3 receptors are stimulated, without affecting the other alpha and beta receptors related to heart rate and blood pressure. The substances tyramine and octopamine play an important role in controlling and suppressing the appetite. This combined thermogenisis makes this herb a safe and effective weight loss aid.

In addition to citrus aurantium, we've created a formula of superior quality and vast research with green tea leaf extract, Siberian ginseng, and chromium polynicotinate in a propietary blend that includes - among other nutrients - Royal Jelly, Vitamin B-12, Saw Palmetto, Yerba Mate, Bee Pollen, Foti Root, Hawthorne Berry, White Willow Bark, Gingko Biloba and Ginger Root.

Pro Image International takes it's description as the healthy lifestyle company seriously. This is why we encourage slight changes in lifestyle, in addition to our wonderfully effective products, as being important for achieving and maintaining your weight loss goals.

Maintaining good nutrition, regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle is a continuing process. There is substantial evidence that improving dietary patterns and losing weight lowers blood pressure, and controls diabetes and cholesterol. Use Pro Lean as your cornerstone to a healthy lifestyle to help you achieve your weight management goals. .

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Dangers of Chantix Revealed - When Quitting Smoking Becomes Deadly

Many smokers seeking a cessation solution probably thought they had found a safe, fool-proof method with Pfizer’s introduction of Chantix, which targets the nicotine receptors in the brain. However, reported dangerous side effects of Chantix have recently surfaced, causing so much controversy that the FAA banned pilots and air traffic controllers from taking it after concluding a series of investigative reports.

Chantix warnings include the possibility of experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors, seizures, loss of consciousness, hallucinations, as well as vivid nightmares and sleepwalking episodes. Others reported becoming addicted to Chantix.

Chantix problems don’t end there. As of today, and with 988 reports, Chantix is ranked first among all drugs in reported problems. Once hailed as the most innovative drug to help smoker’s overcome nicotine addiction, Pfizer’s new wonder drug was ten years in the making and after the FDA approved it as a smoke cessation aid, Chantix entered the pharmaceutical market at full force and received rave reviews in the process for its ability to take away the drug-induced pleasure of smoking cigarettes.

Meanwhile, given the new reports of dangerous side effects of Chantix, what is a smoker looking to quit to do? The damages and effects of smoking cigarettes have long been known, and more people now than ever have made the choice of giving up smoking– but it’s definitely not easy. Some doctors agree that nicotine addiction can be even harder to let go of then alcohol and illegal substances, and according to Pfizer’s web site, “Smoking cessation, with or without treatment, is associated with nicotine withdrawal symptoms."

Nicotine addiction is actually more than a habit, according to Dr. Neal L. Benowitz of the University of California, “Tobacco addiction is best considered a chronic disease, with most smokers requiring repeated interventions over time before achieving permanent abstinence”.

So if withdrawal symptoms cannot be avoided, why add the possibility of experiencing potentially deadly side effects to the recipe? Natural remedies can be used to aid the difficult process of quitting smoking– while avoiding unnecessary side effects.

Pleasant smoking effects such as reduced tension and stress can be counterbalanced with certain herbs by supporting the nervous system and helping to maintain balanced serotonin levels in the brain. Natural remedies can also address the irritability and restlessness associated with withdrawal. In order to successfully stick to a cessation program, it is essential to support these bodily systems.

Herbs to help quit smoking also generally aid the body’s detoxification process. Detoxifying the body with a wholesome diet, regular exercise, and the help of natural remedies will also help in dutifully following a plan of improving health.

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Feeling Better from the Inside-Out! How a Positive Attitude Can Help Manage Pain, Ease Stress, & More

by A. Grano of Native Remedies on July 14th

Here at Native Remedies, we often encourage people to help address the root of their ailments (not just mask the symptoms), which begins by focusing on health from the inside-out. In order to accomplish this task, you must take into consideration your state of mind when trying to heal a physical issue, and allow for a holistic, mind-body approach to take form.

Choosing the “Right” Attitude

Studies have shown that almost any health concern can benefit from the effects of a positive attitude—but it can take practice! Whether we are dealing with pain, feeling burned out, or getting frustrated by not seeing the results of diligent weight loss efforts, it’s easy to think that “I’ll never feel better” or “I might as well give up.” However, it’s just as easy to adopt the other approach – “I will feel better” and “I will see results”!

Here are a few additional tips:

- Focus on the positive aspects of your health. Everyone has some health issues they have to contend with, but rather than focusing on the problems (especially on the challenging days), remind yourself of all the good things your body can do!

- Surround yourself with positive people. Environment can definitely be influential, so why not choose one that helps keep you uplifted?

- Keep up your efforts. If you already taking herbal and homeopathic remedies, be sure to maintain consistent dosage and take as directed for at least 3-6 weeks. Particularly when choosing natural versus conventional methods, it is important to understand that the process of healing the cause of the problem may take a little longer to attain results… but is well worth it, because you are ultimately helping the body to restore balance and improve systemic health for lasting results and better all-around health!

MindSoothe^™ promotes balanced mood, emotional health and feelings of well-being.

Are You As Healthy As You Could Be?

The National Academy of Sciences, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Center for Disease Control, the National Cancer Institute, and the American Cancer Society all agree on one thing.

They all recommend that 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables be consumed each day, depending on a person's energy intake, to reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases, as well as to maintain good health.

If you are like most people we know, then it's hard to fit all the fruits and vegetables that you need into your diet each day. In this case, it makes good sense to take a daily supplement that contains a wide range of fruit and vegetable phytochemicals. Add Pro Liberator to your supplement routine and feel the difference.

Foods that score high in an antioxidant analysis called ORAC may protect cells and their components from oxidative damage, according to studies at the Agricultural Research Service's (ARS) Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts in Boston. ARS is the chief scientific agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

"If these findings are borne out in further research, young and middle-aged people may be able to reduce risk of diseases of aging - including senility - simply by adding high-ORAC foods to their diets," said ARS Administrator Floyd P. Horn.

Is How You Feel Affecting Your Quality of Life?

The nutritional value in today's processed foods has been compromised substantially. Filling your body with nutrient-poor calories is like filling your car with watered down gasoline. Today's foods are, in a sense, hollow and lacking.

With the right nutrition you could have the energy to go hiking, bicycle riding, and swimming, skiing or even roller blading. Imagine if your body had everything it needed to properly fight off infection and illness. Too many people needlessly suffer from aches, pains and more. Your body has everything needed to maintain optimal health, but only if you receive the nutrition you so desperately need.

Pro Liberator is formulated to help rid the body of volatile oxygen free radicals, which form during daily activity and increase during exercise or stress. Pro Liberator meets them head on and flushes them out of the body before they can harm you. It then rallies the body's natural biochemicals to fight free radicals and to repair damaged cells.

In all situations of disease, ill health, injury or aging, there is tissue damage at the cellular level. This tissue damage can occur quickly as with injuries or slowly over time as in degenerative disease. Free radicals are the most common cause of this tissue damage and free radicals have been linked to every known disease by more than 6,000 scientific studies.

Your Body's First Line of Defense

"Very few individuals, if any, reach their potential maximum life span. They die instead prematurely of a wide variety of diseases - the vast majority being "free radical" diseases." -Denham Harman M.D., Ph.D., 1984

Free radicals are molecules that are over-reactive because they are unbalanced electronically (they contain an unpaired electron.) In the attempt to become balanced they rob electrons from the molecules that make up the cells in your body, damaging or destroying them.

Controllable amounts of free radicals are formed during normal cellular functions, but excess free radicals can result from drugs, air pollution, tobacco smoke, pesticides, herbicides, chemicals in our food and water, allergic reactions, emotional upsets, excessive exercise, and even an excess of certain dietary substances such as fats.

Free radicals damage cell structure and reduce the cell's ability to function. One example is aged, leathery skin. Here the cell walls have become rigid due to free radical damage. Just as metal fences can rust with age, our bodies are "rusting" due to damage from free radicals.

By helping to deactivate free radials, malfunctions of the circulatory and immune systems are diminished and aging slows. Proanthocyanidins are one of the most valuable nutrients you can take and will make you look and feel better.

Fortunately, there are special nutrients, called antioxidants that protect against free radical damage. They offer a powerful nutritional tool to prevent illness and even slow down aging. Examples of antioxidant nutrients are Vitamins A, C & E and the minerals zinc and selenium.

And now, new to most Americans, is a super potent antioxidant commonly known as Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs). These active ingredients are the most potent, natural, free radical scavengers yet discovered. In tests done to measure the ability of substances to neutralize free radicals, proanthocyanidins proved to be 20 times more powerful than Vitamin C and 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E!

A Proven Solution

OPCs flow through the blood stream to fight free radical damage caused by pollution, high-fat diets, stress and sunlight. But that's just the beginning of OPC's benefits. OPCs offer improvements in physical conditioning, skin, blood, and eyes while studies indicate the potential of combating degenerative diseases, cancers, symptoms of PMS and aging.

Plus, OPCs are natural anti-inflammatories, and have been shown to reduce post-operative healing time. With Pro Liberator, you will ultimately feel better, think more clearly and enjoy much more energy.

All proanthocyanidins, whether they are extracted from pine bark, grape seed, grape skin, are naturally bioavailable. That means they can be rapidly absorbed and transported throughout the body. Within one hour of ingestion, OPC's can be detected in human saliva. Testing suggests that OPC's have bioavailability levels as high as 95%.

Proanthocyanidins are water-soluble and so are easily utilized by the body. Within 20 minutes much of it is absorbed and on the way to your tissues. They remain in the body for 72 hours where they affix themselves to both the inside and the outside of cell membranes, protecting them from free radicals and destructive enzymes. They also work with other vitamins. For example, they reinforce the function of vitamin C and actually help the vitamin C stay active longer.

Pro Liberator delivers the power of all these flavanoids in a convenient, alcohol-free form to help your body fight free radicals and the damage they cause. A unique process, which uses only natural ingredients, makes our ingredients and it's environmentally friendly to produce as no toxic chemicals go down the drain.

It is for these reasons Pro Liberator contains 400 mg of these fantastic OPC's from a blend of grape seed, grape skin, and pine bark extract.

And There's More!

Most of us are by now familiar with the many reported health benefits of consuming Green Tea. In fact, few botanicals have been as extensively studied for their cardiovascular and antioxidant/protective benefits. Here's something that might be news:

In laboratory antioxidant tests, green tea has been shown to have one of the highest ORAC values (a measure of antioxidant potency developed by researchers at the US Department of Agriculture) of any natural product. Pro Liberator provides 333 mg of standardized extract of premium green tea leaf.

Add to all of this a proprietary blend of powerful phytochemicals, including; Astragalus root, N-acetyl-L-cysteine, citrus bioflavonoids, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, L-glutathione, L-methionine, milk thistle seed, and odor-controlled garlic.

Pro Liberator is unmatched in it's protective phytonutrient content, and gives you a powerful antioxidant punch.

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What Are Omega 3 Fatty Acids & What Makes SeaLogix Fish Oil Better Than Other Fish Oils?

What are Omega-3 fatty acids? Omega-3’s belong to a group of fatty acids known as long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids. Because the body does not manufacture them, Omega-3's are classified as "essential fatty acids" (EFA’s), as it is essential they be obtained from food. There are three important Omega-3 fatty acids: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are found in fish, while ALA is found only in plant foods such as flaxseed meal. The body can convert ALA into small amounts of EPA and DHA, but recent studies have indicated that our bodies are somewhat inefficient in this conversion. Therefore, it is necessary to supplement your diet with these nutrients in order to significantly change your levels of Omega-3’s. What is sesamin? Naturally found in sesame seeds as lignans, sesamin comes from the 1% solid portion of the kernel’s oil. Sesame and sesame lignans are associated with health benefits in humans. How much sesamin is in each serving of Life's Abundance Sealogix (120 capsules)? Four capsules contains 68 mg of sesame extract, which is 60% sesamin. Therefore, four capsules contains 40.8 mg of sesamin. What do Omega-3 fatty acids do for the body? The Omega-3’s EPA and DHA are recognized for their health benefits in all life stages. They are important building blocks for every cell in your body, which requires these crucial components to grow, develop and maintain health.* These fatty acids are an integral part of cell membranes and are precursors of several important cellular messengers.* Studies have demonstrated that EPA is important for optimal brain function and contributes to the reduction of cellular inflammation.* DHA has been recognized for brain, visual and nervous system health and development.* Additionally, these essential fatty acids work together to contribute to good heart health.* What is the richest source of Omega-3 fatty acids? Fish oil is the richest source for eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Cold-water fish, like anchovies, salmon and sardines, are considered the best source for these essential fatty acids. It is important to remember, that all omega-3's are not created equal. You would need almost four tablespoons of flaxseed oil to get the same amount of EPA and DHA found in one teaspoon of Sealogix! That's approximately ten times as much flaxseed oil than fish oil. Why should I take a fish oil supplement? Changes in food preferences and the impact of modern food processing in Western society have led to a significant decrease in average dietary intake of Omega-3 fatty acids. As a result, most American diets contain far more Omega-6’s than Omega-3’s. In fact, it is estimated that the average American has between twenty to fifty times the amount of Omega-6’s as they do Omega-3’s. Recent studies have indicated that this kind of imbalance can set the stage for a host of health problems. To promote a healthier fatty acid ratio, it is advisable to avoid Omega-6’s (which are commonly found in fried foods, commercial baked goods and some margarines), and eat more baked or broiled seafood and supplement the diet with a high-quality fish oil like Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil. What are the health benefits associated with taking Omega-3 EFA’s from fish oil? Scientific evidence has indicated that a diet rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids helps support: A Healthy Brain A Healthy Heart A Healthy immune system Healthy joint movement Healthy kidneys A balanced mood and sense of wellbeing Strength and stamina And helps maintain cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range*

We invite you to review our extensive research section, which provides summaries of recent scientific inquiries into the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil. Why does purity matter with regard to fish oil? Unfortunately, pollution has affected the water quality of all of our oceans. The contaminants in our waters include toxins like mercury, PCB’s, arsenic, lead and cadmium. Consequently, many fish now contain these undesirable elements. That is why it is very important to choose a fish oil that is molecularly distilled. Molecular distillation is a process that concentrates and purifies the fish oil. It is also important to select a fish oil product that is tested for concentration, toxicity and safety by an independent third party. Supplementing your diet with a pharmaceutical-grade fish oil like Sealogix allows you to safely get the additional Omega-3 fatty acids you need. I’ve researched many fish oil supplements. What makes Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil better? Sealogix is an ultra-refined, ultra-concentrated, pharmaceutical-grade fish oil awarded an IFOS 5-Star rating for purity and concentration. Because Sealogix is ultra-refined, you can feel confident you are ingesting one of the purest fish oils available. And because Sealogix is ultra-concentrated, you receive more Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA for your money. We invite you to compare Sealogix to other popular brands of fish oil currently on the market. We think you’ll agree that our product represents an exceptional value. What is IFOS and what does a “5-Star Rating” mean? IFOS (International Fish Oil Standards) is a division of Nutrasource Diagnostics, Inc., that provides independent, third-party testing for our Sealogix Omega-3 Pharmaceutical-Grade Fish Oil products. IFOS testing judges the quality, purity and concentration of fish oil, based upon the international standards established by the World Health Organization and the Council for Responsible Nutrition. Our rating lets you know that Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil is of the highest quality available on the market today – there is no better rating than a 5-Star. Do you guarantee freshness and purity? Yes. When you order Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil, we promise to deliver the highest-quality products in excellent condition, right to your front door. If for any reason your purchase does not meet with your satisfaction, we will gladly replace the product or refund your money (excluding delivery charges). For detailed information on our return policy, please see the invoice included in your shipment. How much Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil should I take? The suggested serving for a healthy adult is four 1,000 mg Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil capsules daily (4,000 mg of fish oil concentrate), eight 500 mg Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil capsules daily (4,000 mg of fish oil concentrate) or one teaspoon of Sealogix liquid supplement daily (4,400 mg of fish oil concentrate). Always consult your health care provider for additional guidance on how Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil can benefit your personal health profile. What’s the best way to store Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil? Store Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil capsules in a cool, dry place between 58 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit to maintain maximum freshness. Store Life's Abundance Sealogix liquid in the freezer or refrigerator after opening. I’ve heard that some fish oils don’t taste very good. What does the liquid Sealogix taste like? Life's Abundance Sealogix liquid fish oil is virtually tasteless and has a slight citrus flavor. Learn more about Life's Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil

Benefits Of Sesame Lignans And Heart & Circulatory Health

Plasma Lipids

Bhaskaran S, Santanam N, Penumetcha M, Parthasarathy S. Inhibition of atherosclerosis in low-density lipoprotein receptor-negative mice by sesame oil. J Med Food. 2006 Winter;9(4):487-90.

Study Abstract

Department of Pathology, Louisiana State University, Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA.

Diet has profound effects on the development of atherosclerosis. Fatty acid composition, antioxidants, and other components such as lignans have major effects on the atherosclerotic process. Sesame oil has both mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acid constituents in equal proportions. In addition, it also has high levels of numerous antioxidants and inducers of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor. The objective of this study was to determine the anti-atherosclerotic effects of sesame oil. In this study, male low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptor (LDLR) -/- mice were fed atherogenic diet or atherogenic diet reformulated with the same level of sesame oil (sesame oil diet). Plasma lipids and atherosclerotic lesions were quantified after 3 months of feeding. Sesame oil-containing diet significantly reduced the atherosclerotic lesion formation and plasma cholesterol, triglyceride, and LDL cholesterol levels in LDLR -/- mice. These findings suggest that sesame oil could inhibit atherosclerosis lesion formation effectively, perhaps because of the synergistic actions of fatty acid and nonsaponifiable components.

Chen PR, Chien KL, Su TC. Dietary sesame reduces serum cholesterol and enhances antioxidant capacity in hypercholesterolemia. Nutr Res. 2005;25(6): 559-67.

Study Abstract

The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of sesame on lowering serum lipids and enhancing antioxidant capacity in 21 hyperlipidemic patients. Subjects were instructed to consume their regular diet for 2 weeks before starting the experimental diet. The experimental diet with 40 g roasted sesame was consumed for 4 weeks and the regular diet followed for another 4 weeks. Body weights and fasting blood were determined at weeks 0, 4, and 8. The results showed that the diet with sesame significantly decreased the levels of serum total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. The time for erythrocyte hemolysis and the lag phase of LDL oxidation were significantly increased by sesame ingestion. A diet containing sesame slightly reduced the levels of thiobarbituric acid–reactive substances in LDL. The beneficial effects of sesame disappeared when patients returned to their regular diets. Sesame in this study appeared to exert beneficial effects on serum lipids and to improve antioxidant capacity in hypercholesterolemic patients.

Hirose N, Inoue T, Nishihara K, et al. Inhibition of cholesterol absorption and synthesis in rats by sesamin. J Lipid Res. 1991 May;32(4):629-38.

Study Abstract

Laboratory of Nutrition Chemistry, Kyushu University School of Agriculture, Fukuoka, Japan.
The effects of sesamin, a lignan from sesame oil, on various aspects of cholesterol metabolism were examined in rats maintained on various dietary regimens. When given at a dietary level of 0.5% for 4 weeks, sesamin reduced the concentration of serum and liver cholesterol significantly irrespective of the presence or absence of cholesterol in the diet, except for one experiment in which the purified diet free of cholesterol was given. On feeding sesamin, there was a decrease in lymphatic absorption of cholesterol accompanying an increase in fecal excretion of neutral, but not acidic, steroids, particularly when the cholesterol-enriched diet was given. Sesamin inhibited micellar solubility of cholesterol, but not bile acids, whereas it neither bound taurocholate nor affected the absorption of fatty acids. Only a marginal proportion (ca. 0.15%) of sesamin administered intragastrically was recovered in the lymph. There was a significant reduction in the activity of liver microsomal 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase after feeding sesamin, although the activity of hepatic cholesterol 7 alpha-hydroxylase, drug metabolizing enzymes, and alcohol dehydrogenase remained uninfluenced. Although the weight and phospholipid concentration of the liver increased unequivocally on feeding sesamin, the histological examination by microscopy showed no abnormality, and the activity of serum GOT and GPT remained unchanged. Since sesamin lowered both serum and liver cholesterol levels by inhibiting absorption and synthesis of cholesterol simultaneously, it deserves further study as a possible hypocholesterolemic agent of natural origin.

Ikeda S, Kagaya M, Kobayashi K, et al. Dietary sesame lignans decrease lipid peroxidation in rats fed docosahexaenoic acid. J Nut Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo). 2003 Sep;49(4):270-6.

Study Abstract

Department of Food and Nutrition, Sugiyama Jogakuen University, Nagoya 464-8662, Japan.

We have previously reported that dietary sesamin and sesaminol, major lignans of sesame seed, elevate the alpha-tocopherol concentration and decrease the thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARS) concentration in the plasma and liver of rats. In this study, the effects of dietary sesamin and sesaminol on the lipid peroxidation in the plasma and tissues of rats fed docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, 22:6 n-3) were examined. Male Wistar rats (4-wk-old) were divided into the following six experimental groups: control group, fed a basal diet: sesamin group, fed a diet with sesamin (2 g/kg); sesaminol group, fed a diet with sesaminol (2 g/kg); DHA group, fed a diet containing DHA (5 g/kg); DHA + sesamin group, fed a diet containing DHA with sesamin; and DHA + sesaminol group, fed a diet containing DHA with sesaminol. Each diet contained either 0.01 or 0.05 g D-alpha-tocopherol/kg, and the rats were fed the respective experimental diet for 5 wk. The dietary DHA elevated the TBARS concentration and also increased the red blood-cell hemolysis induced by the dialuric acid. The dietary sesamin and sesaminol lowered the TBARS concentrations and decreased the red blood hemolysis. The dietary sesamin and sesaminol elevated the alpha-tocopherol concentrations in the plasma, liver, and brain of the rats fed a diet with or without DHA. These results suggest that dietary sesame lignans decrease lipid peroxidation as a result of elevating the alpha-tocopherol concentration in rats fed DHA.

Kang MH, Kawai Y, Naito M, Osawa T. Dietary defatted sesame flour decreases susceptibility to oxidative stress in hypercholesterolemic rabbits. J Nutr. 1999 Nov;129(10):1885-90.

Study Abstract

Laboratory of Food and Biodynamics, Nagoya University Graduate School of Bioagricultural Sciences, Nagoya 464-8601, Japan.

Plant glucosides possess antioxidative properties due to their ability to scavenge free radicals. Sesame seeds contain a class of these compounds, the sesaminol glucosides. To evaluate their antioxidative activity in vivo, we fed rabbits diets containing 1% cholesterol (Chol) with or without 10% defatted sesame flour (DSF) (containing 1% sesaminol glucosides) for 90 d. We determined the susceptibility of their tissues to oxidation ex vivo as well as serum total cholesterol (TC), phospholipid (PL), triglyceride (TG) and HDL cholesterol (HDL-C) concentrations. Serum TC, HDL-C, PL and TG levels were unaffected by the addition of DSF. The HDL-C in the Chol + DSF group was greater than in the Chol group at 45 d. Both were greater than in the groups that did not consume cholesterol. Liver TC and TG were significantly lower in rabbits fed the diet containing DSF plus 1% cholesterol than in those fed 1% cholesterol alone. Lipid peroxidation activity, measured as 2-thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), was lower in the liver (P < 0.05) and serum (P = 0.06) of rabbits fed DSF plus cholesterol than in rabbits fed the cholesterol diet. Although we did not detect sesaminol glucosides in peripheral tissues, we observed abundant quantities of sesaminol in rabbits fed DSF, the principal metabolite. Our findings suggest that feeding DSF to rabbits does not protect cholesterol-induced hypercholesterolemia, but may decrease susceptibility to oxidative stress in rabbits fed cholesterol, perhaps due to the antioxidative activity of sesaminol.

Nakabayashi A, Kitagawa Y, Suwa Y, et al. Alpha-tocopherol enhances the hypocholesterolemic action of sesamin in rats. Int J Vitam Nutr Res. 1995;65(3):162-8.

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Nzuri: Liquid Hair Vitamins Plus Growth Stimulants

What causes hair to grow or not to grow?

Healthy hair is not only a pleasure to behold; it is pleasing to the person that has it. A single follicle on the human scalp produces approximately .35 millimeters of hair shaft per day. The cycles of growth of each follicle consist of the building up and tearing down of the structure. After a period of rest the follicle is built anew from raw materials and each hair follicle goes through this identical process as it grows longer and stronger. Nzuri, a high-quality liquid multivitamin hair tonic supplies the body with the proper vitamins, amino acids, and minerals that you may not be receiving in your diet to help create beautiful, healthy hair.

It is important to point out that many of the metabolic requirements of the cells of the hair follicle must be met or adequate and optimal hair growth will not occur. This means that certain vitamins and minerals must be present in adequate proportions or there will be faulty or nonexistent hair growth. Research has shown that in our hurry up world of fast food, and extreme work schedules we have developed extraordinarily poor eating habits. This extremely poor diet affecting our general health and energy levels and makes our fingernails weaker and our hair thinner and far less healthier.

Environmental Effects on Your Hair

Along with stress, toxins in the environment, exposure to the sun, cigarette smoke (actively or passively inhaled), excess alcohol consumption and lack of sleep sometimes makes our bodies work overtime to maintain a standard of marginal health - not optimal.

These factors may lead to a decline in our cosmetic appearance, including our hair, being compromised and weakened. Because the brain considers our hair to be expendable and not essential to maintain our health, at least our physical health, it tends to be the last part of the body to receive nutrients from the foods we eat.

The result of this is dull, lifeless hair, or even retarded (slowed) hair growth. What should enhance our best features has become a deterrent to our beauty as individuals and the way others possibly perceive our health and how attractive we appear to them. This does not have to be so. Remember, people subconsciously use triggers like how healthy your face or hair is to make a subconscious judgment about your overall health.

Taking proper, daily hair vitamins and minerals plays a huge role in keeping your hair healthy. Any nutritional deficiencies can lead to thinning hair or even total baldness. It is a well-known fact that an under-active thyroid can result in frizzy or brittle hair while an overactive thyroid turns hair greasy and limp. The goal is proper supplementation and nutritional balance.

The Solution is Keeping Your Hair in its Younger State

In an older person the total number of the capillary loops (blood source) supplying the hair follicles is considerably diminished. This diminution (reduction) of blood supplied to the hair follicle would require either greater blood flow through these follicles or an increased amount of nutrients of various types such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids in order to supple the hair follicle with the same amount of these materials.

Since the former is unlikely, as blood vessels are decreasing instead of increasing, it appears that the latter course, mainly supplying more nutrients, would be the most logical way to keep the hair follicle in its younger state.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Any nutritional deficiencies can slow hair growth or stop your hair from growing. Your hair ultimately reflects the overall condition of your body.

If your body is healthy and well-nourished, your hair will be your shining glory. If you are having any health problems or suffering from any nutritional deficiencies, your hair may stop growing or show damage or become brittle. If your body is in good health, you can maximize your genetic growth cycle through taking the proper blend of amino acids and B-vitamins.

Nzuri Elixir: The best of nature through science!

It is also important to include B-6, biotin, inositol and folic acid in the supplemental program. It has been found that certain minerals including magnesium, sulfur, silica and zinc are also very important toward maintaining healthy hair.

Beta-carotene is also important to hair growth because beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A as the body needs it, helps maintain normal growth and bone development, protective sheathing around nerve fibers, as well as promoting healthy skin, hair and nails! Nzuri has all of these ingredients and much more. Besides making lifestyle changes, taking Nzuri every day is recommended to boost your hair growth

Premium Multi-Nutrient Hair Vitamin Formula

Most multivitamins are just that - vitamins - and not much else. Just as your body needs vitamins, minerals, proteins, a little bit of fat, sugar, carbohydrates, enzymes and more to properly function, why would you take a multivitamin that only contained vitamins and a few scant minerals?

For proper hair growth, you need to take a multi-nutrient formula that contains nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, whole food extracts, plant enzymes, and herbal extracts all in a single easy to take dose instead.

The most important criteria is the form, followed by the dose size. Pills simply are not the best answer. Pills contain vitamins that are bound to many fillers and stabilizers. Pure liquid hair vitamins are simply a suspension of ingredients, without wasteful binders and fillers.

This leads to far greater absorption, more relief, less waste and much better results. Take the Physicians Desk Reference for example. They state that liquids are up to 98% absorbed versus just 10 to 20% of vitamins and minerals in solid form. Try getting that with pills, tablets or powders. You simply can't.

Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 fl. oz. Servings Per Container: 32
	Amount per Serving	% Daily Value
Total Carbohydrates	5 g	2%
Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate)	1,000 IU	20%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid)	30 mg	50%
Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopheryl succinate)	30 IU	313%
Thiamin (as thiamin HCI)	1.5 mg	100%
Riboflavin (as riboflavin-5-phosphate)	1.7 mg	100%
Niacin	20 mg	100%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl)	5 mg	250%
Folate (as folic acid)	800 mcg	200%
Vitamin B-12 (as cyanocobalamin methylcobalamin and co-enzyme B-12)	250 mcg	400%
Biotin	600 mcg	200%
Pantothenic acid (as D-panthenol)	20 mg	200%
Iodine (as potassium iodide)	150 mcg	100%
Zinc (as zinc citrate)	7.5 mg	50%
Selenium (as selenomethionine)	70 mcg	100%
Copper (as copper citrate)	1 mg	100%
Hair, Skin and Nail Proprietary Blend Aloe vera leaf, collagen hydrolysate (Glycine, L-Proline, L-Hydroxyproline, L-Glutamic acid, L-Alanine, L-Arginine, L-Aspartic acid, L-Lysine, L-Serine, L-Leucine, L-Valine, L-Phenylalanine, L-Threonine, L- Isoleucine, L-Hydroxylysine, L-Histidine, L- Methionine, L-Tyrosine, L-Ornithine, L-Cystine ), hyaluronic acid, silica, inositol, grape seed extract, DMAE bitartrate, flaxseed, borage seed, paba, choline, pine bark extract, alpha lipoic acid, and horsetail herb.	2,100 mg	*
Other Ingredients: Purified water, crystalline fructose, glycerin, citric acid, natural flavors, grape skin extract, potassium sorbate, sodium hexametaphosphate, sodium benzoate, calcium pyruvate, grape seed extract, melon pulp (14,000 IU SOD activity per gram) (Extramel), and resveratrol.
Directions Take 1 fluid ounce (2 Tbsp. or 30 mL) daily, either directly or mix with juice or water. Shake well. Refrigerate after opening. Thickens when refrigerated.
* Daily value (DV) not established

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