Circulatory System Support
As people celebrate Valentine’s Day we can turn our attention on American Heart Month.
Since 1963, Congress has required the president to declare February “American Heart
Month”. The goal is to raise funds for research and education to focus on cardiovascular
disease as the #1 cause of death in the U.S.
When we think of circulatory health we want to focus on the entire cardiovascular system.
The cardiovascular system is composed of the heart and blood vessels. The heart pumps
blood containing oxygen and nutrients through vessels to organs in the body and in turn
removes carbon dioxide and waste products.
The heart is constantly pumping blood at a rate of roughly 100,000 beats per day.
Therefore, it is important to focus on supplements that can help maximize the strength
and performance of this organ. Supplements like Coenzyme Q10 can support energy
production in heart muscles. Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and krill oils can promote
the healthy flow of blood within the arteries and veins. Arginine can help relax the blood
vessels to further promote healthy circulation of blood. Hawthorn can improve heart
function and B-vitamins can protect it. Let’s take a closer look at these ingredients.
Coenzyme Q10 is found in high concentrations in the mitochondria (powerhouse) of cells.
Heart muscle cells are particularly rich in Coenzyme Q10. People with congestive heart
failure have lower levels of Coenzyme Q10 in their heart muscles and can increase the
output of the heart by supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 (1). There is also substantial
evidence that shows supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 can have a favorable effect on
both systolic and diastolic blood pressure (2). While it is clear that Coenzyme Q10 aids
heart function, it is poorly absorbed from the diet. A blend of conjugated linoleic acid,
flax seed oil, and soybean oil can aid the absorption of this nutrient. This is extremely
important because these healthy fats aid the uptake of Coenzyme Q10 in the intestine (3).
A 50 mg dose maximizes absorption.(4)
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids found in fish oil and in krill oil. These
essential fatty acids are not produced by the body and have an abundance of health
benefits in the circulatory system. They reduce inflammation caused by free radicals
which can lead to hardening or thickening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) (5). They also
play a role in preventing blood clot formation and can promote healthy cholesterol levels
in the blood. Supplementing with fish or krill oil is important because the American diet
greatly lacks these essential fatty acids. Vitamin K2 (menaquinone) should also be added
to the diet. Vitamin K2 prevents the calcification of arteries and protects against heart
disease (6,7). Krill oil is also rich in phospholipids which are found in cell membranes.
This form of omega-3 fatty acids appears to be better absorbed by the body and has a
more pronounced effect on cholesterol levels (8). Krill oil also contains astaxanthin
which is an antioxidant red/orange carotenoid pigment naturally produced by the krill.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for circulatory system health. In circulatory
tissues, arginine is converted to nitric oxide which has a relaxing effect on the interior
lining of blood vessels and helps promote healthy blood pressure. Arginine also reduces
platelet adhesion which further promotes healthy blood circulation (9).
Hawthorn has traditionally been used to support the circulatory system. It has been shown
to increase the strength of contractions in the heart and to increase the output volume of
each contraction (10). B-6 (Pyridoxine), B-12 (cyanocobalamin) and folate help to lower
homocysteine levels. Elevated homocysteine levels are considered a strong indicator of
heart disease risk. The final important ingredient is resveratrol, a potent antioxidant.
Cardiovascular tissues endure a great exposure to oxygen and free radicals. Free radicals
enter the blood from the air we breathe and from the foods we eat. Supplementing the
diet with high potency antioxidants like resveratrol can not only neutralize these harmful
free radicals but can also preserve good health and longevity (11).
1) Molyneux SL, Florkowski CM, Richards AM, Lever M, Young JM, George PM.
Coenzyme Q10; an adjunctive therapy for congestive heart failure? N Z Med J. 2009 Oct
30;122(1305):74-9.
2) Ho MJ, Bellusci A, Wright JM. Blood pressure lowering efficacy of coenzyme Q10
for primary hypertension Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2009 Oct 7;(4):CD007435.
3) Liu ZX, Artmann C. Relative bioavailability comparison of different coenzyme Q10
formulations with a novel delivery system. Altern Ther Health Med. 2009 Mar
Apr;15(2):42-6.
4) Bhagavan HN, Chopra RK. Coenzyme Q10: absorption, tissue uptake, metabolism and
pharmacokinetics. Free Radic Res. 2006 May;40(5):445-53. Review.
5) Simopoulos AP.The omega-6/omega-3 fatty acid ratio, genetic variation, and
cardiovascular disease. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2008;17 Suppl 1:131-4.
6) Gast GC, de Roos NM, Sluijs I, Bots ML, Beulens JW, Geleijnse JM, Witteman JC,
Grobbee DE, Peeters PH, van der Schouw YT.
A high menaquinone intake reduces the incidence of coronary heart disease.
Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis. 2009 Sep;19(7):504-10. Epub 2009 Jan 28.
7) Beulens JW, Bots ML, Atsma F, Bartelink ML, Prokop M, Geleijnse JM, Witteman JC,
Grobbee DE, van der Schouw YT. High dietary menaquinone intake is associated with
reduced coronary calcification Atherosclerosis. 2009 Apr;203(2):489-93. Epub 2008 Jul
19
8) Werner A, Havinga R, Kuipers F, Verkade HJ. Treatment of EFA deficiency with
dietary triglycerides or phospholipids in a murine model of extrahepatic cholestasis. Am J
Physiol Gastrointest Liver Physiol. 2004;286:G822-G832.
9) Adams MR, McCredie R, Jessup W, et al. Oral L-arginine improves endotheliumdependent
dilatation and reduces monocyte adhesion to endothelial cells in young men
with coronary artery disease. Atherosclerosis 1997;129:261-9.
10) Pittler MH, Schmidt K, Ernst E. Hawthorn extract for treating chronic heart failure:
meta-analysis of randomized trials. Am J Med 2003;114:665-74.
11) Marques FZ, Markus MA, Morris BJ Resveratrol: cellular actions of a potent natural
chemical that confers a diversity of health benefits Int J Biochem Cell Biol. 2009
Nov;41(11):2125-8. Epub 2009 Jun 13.
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Monday, February 15, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Clean Your Kidneys for less than $1.00 Using Parsley
CLEAN YOUR KIDNEYS for LESS THAN $1.00
Years pass by and our kidneys are filtering the blood by removing salt, poison and any unwanted entering our body. With time, the salt accumulates and this needs to undergo cleaning treatments and how are we going to overcome this?
It is very easy, first take a bunch of parsley and wash it clean
Then cut it in small pieces and put it in a pot and pour clean water and boil it for ten minutes and let it cool down and then filter it and pour in a clean bottle and keep it inside refrigerator to cool.
Drink one glass daily and you will notice all salt and other accumulated poison coming out of your kidney by urination also you will be able to notice the difference which you never felt before.
Parsley is known as best cleaning treatment for kidneys and it is natural!
Years pass by and our kidneys are filtering the blood by removing salt, poison and any unwanted entering our body. With time, the salt accumulates and this needs to undergo cleaning treatments and how are we going to overcome this?
It is very easy, first take a bunch of parsley and wash it clean
Then cut it in small pieces and put it in a pot and pour clean water and boil it for ten minutes and let it cool down and then filter it and pour in a clean bottle and keep it inside refrigerator to cool.
Drink one glass daily and you will notice all salt and other accumulated poison coming out of your kidney by urination also you will be able to notice the difference which you never felt before.
Parsley is known as best cleaning treatment for kidneys and it is natural!
Friday, February 5, 2010
Alpha-Lipoic Acid Great antioxidant and can lower blood sugar levels
ALPHA LIPOIC ACID
Great antioxidant and can lower blood sugar levels
Benefits:
•Enhances the efforts of other antioxidants.
•Encourages energy production.
•Supports blood sugar levels already within the normal range.
•Protects the liver.
•Supports the cardiovascular system.
•Supports nerve cell health.
Alpha Lipoic Acid [Nervous, Glandular] is often called the universal antioxidant. It has both fat- and water-soluble properties and can cross any membrane in the body. Consequently, alpha lipoic acid can protect the integrity of the cell membrane as well as offset cell stress.
Alpha lipoic acid also promotes mitochondrial activity to help keep your body and its tissues vibrant. It also enhances the efforts of other antioxidants and helps support the body’s natural removal of toxins.
In addition to its antioxidant properties, alpha lipoic acid directs calories away from fat production and toward energy production, supports blood sugar levels already within the normal range and enhances the nervous and cardiovascular systems.
NSP Alpha Lipoic Acid is formulated with turmeric, a liver-protecting antioxidant.
Each capsule provides 250 mg alpha lipoic acid.
Adults: Take 1 capsule with a meal twice daily.
•Enhances the efforts of other antioxidants.
•Encourages energy production.
•Supports blood sugar levels already within the normal range.
•Protects the liver.
•Supports the cardiovascular system.
•Supports nerve cell health.
Alpha Lipoic Acid [Nervous, Glandular] is often called the universal antioxidant. It has both fat- and water-soluble properties and can cross any membrane in the body. Consequently, alpha lipoic acid can protect the integrity of the cell membrane as well as offset cell stress.
Alpha lipoic acid also promotes mitochondrial activity to help keep your body and its tissues vibrant. It also enhances the efforts of other antioxidants and helps support the body’s natural removal of toxins.
In addition to its antioxidant properties, alpha lipoic acid directs calories away from fat production and toward energy production, supports blood sugar levels already within the normal range and enhances the nervous and cardiovascular systems.
NSP Alpha Lipoic Acid is formulated with turmeric, a liver-protecting antioxidant.
Each capsule provides 250 mg alpha lipoic acid.
Adults: Take 1 capsule with a meal twice daily.
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Thursday, February 4, 2010
Alpha-Lipoic Acid Quite Possibly the "Universal" Antioxidant
Alpha-Lipoic Acid:
Quite Possibly the "Universal" Antioxidant
Lester Packer, Ph.D., of the University of California, Berkeley, published a lengthy review article on alpha-lipoic acid in Free Radical Biology & Medicine. Several qualities distinguish alpha-lipoic acid from other antioxidants, and Packer has described it at various times as the "universal," "ideal," and "metabolic" antioxidant. It directly recycles and extends the metabolic life spans of vitamin C, glutathione, and coenzyme Q10, and it indirectly renews vitamin E.
Alternative Names: Thiotic Acid or Thioctic Acid, Lipoic Acid, ALA
Alpha lipoic acid is a fatty acid found naturally inside every cell in the body. It's needed by the body to produce the energy for our body's normal functions. Alpha lipoic acid converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy.
Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant; a substance that neutralizes potentially harmful chemicals called free radicals. What makes alpha lipoic acid unique is that it functions in water and fat, unlike the more common antioxidants vitamins C and E, and it appears to be able to recycle antioxidants such as vitamin C and glutathione after they have been used up. Glutathione is an important antioxidant that helps the body eliminate potentially harmful substances. Alpha lipoic acid increases the formation of glutathione.
Antioxidants are substances that work by attacking "free radicals," waste products created when the body turns food into energy. Free radicals cause harmful chemical reactions that can damage cells in the body, making it harder for the body to fight off infections and resulting in damage to organs and tissues.
Alpha-lipoic acid is not the same as alpha linolenic acid, which is an omega-3 fatty acid that may help heart health. Confusion can arise because both are sometimes abbreviated “ALA”.
In Germany, alpha-lipoic acid is an approved medical treatment for peripheral neuropathy, a common complication of diabetes. It speeds the removal of glucose from the bloodstream, at least partly by enhancing insulin function, and it reduces insulin resistance, an underpinning of many cases of coronary heart disease and obesity.
Why People Use Alpha Lipoic Acid
Peripheral Neuropathy - can be caused by injury, nutritional deficiencies, chemotherapy or by conditions such as diabetes, Lyme disease, alcoholism, shingles, thyroid disease, and kidney failure. Symptoms can include pain, burning, numbness, tingling, weakness, and itching. Alpha-lipoic acid has been used for years for this purpose in Europe.
Alpha-lipoic acid can lower blood sugar levels. Taking alpha-lipoic acid does appear to help another diabetes-related condition, called autonomic neuropathy, which affects the nerves supplying the heart.
Liver Disease - Alpha-lipoic acid has been proposed as a treatment for alcohol-related liver disease.
Because alpha-lipoic acid can cross the blood-brain barrier and pass easily into the brain, it has protective effects on brain and nerve tissue and is being investigated as a treatment for stroke and other brain disorders. Animals treated with alpha-lipoic acid, for example, suffered less brain damage and had a four times greater survival rate after a stroke than animals who did not receive this supplement.
Age-Related Conditions - As an antioxidant, alpha lipoic acid can neutralize free radicals, which can damage cells. Free radical damage is thought to contribute to aging and chronic illness.
Could Reduce atherosclerosis and weight gain -A new study done with mice has discovered that supplements of lipoic acid can inhibit formation of arterial lesions, lower triglycerides, and reduce blood vessel inflammation and weight gain -- all key issues for addressing cardiovascular disease.
Lipoic acid is also a super-chelator, capable of removing form our bodies excess iron, calcium, copper, toxic molecules such as cadmium, lead and mercury, as well as organic hydrocarbons.
Lipoic acid is used therapeutically for a variety of conditions including chemical hypersensitivity syndrome, heavy metal toxicity, diabetic neuropathy, chronic aggressive hepatitis, elevated liver enzymes and liver toxicity.
Other Conditions - Alpha lipoic acid has also been suggested for cataracts, glaucoma, multiple sclerosis, burning mouth syndrome, Alzheimer's disease and stroke. Also, bruising susceptibility, low T-Helper (CD4) cell levels, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. In test tubes, alpha-lipoic acid appears to inhibit growth of the HIV virus.
Balz Frei, professor and director of the Linus Pauling Institute - "From what we understand, this supplement would be most valuable as a preventive mechanism before people have advanced cardiovascular disease," Frei said. "However, it may help retard the process at any stage, and may also be of value in treating diabetic complications."
Also of considerable interest, Frei said, is the apparent role of lipoic acid supplementation in reducing weight gain. It appears to have this effect both through appetite suppression, an enhanced metabolic rate, and -- at least in laboratory animals -- has been shown to stimulate higher levels of physical activity, which again would increase caloric expenditure and further reduce weight.
Mice given lipoic acid supplements simply chose to eat less than a control group that did not receive supplements, suggesting a reduced appetite. In another test, mice that received supplements gained less weight than other mice in a control group that were given identical amounts to eat, suggesting a higher metabolic rate and enhanced activity levels.
Weight gain and obesity is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis and heart disease, and lower weight and abdominal fat may be one of the mechanisms by which lipoic acid has beneficial effects, Frei said. The study concluded, "lipoic acid supplementation may be a promising approach to prevent weight gain and to lower cardiovascular disease risk in humans."
Evidence shows that even if you are not getting enough vitamin C or E, for example, lipoic acid supplements can make up at least part of the deficit. Alpha lipoic acid is considered a conditionally vital antioxidant nutrient. Specifically, the body makes some of its own alpha lipoic acid, but we still need to get most of it form external sources. Lipoic acid is found in almost all foods, but slightly more so in kidney, heart, liver, spinach, broccoli, yeast extract or supplements. Our ability to make alpha lipoic acid does decline with age.
Side Effects
Side effects of alpha lipoic acid may include headache, tingling or a "pins and needles" sensation, skin rash, or muscle cramps.
Possible Drug Interactions
Alpha lipoic acid may improve blood sugar control, so people with diabetes who are taking medication to lower blood sugar should be monitored under the supervision of a qualified health professional.
Animal studies indicate that alpha lipoic acid may alter thyroid hormone levels, so it could theoretically have the same effect in humans. Their healthcare provider should monitor people taking thyroid medications.
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
References:
http://health.howstuffworks.com/health-illness/wellness/natural-medicine/alternative-medicines/alpha-lipoic-acid5.htm
http://altmedicine.about.com/od/alphalipoicacid/a/alphalipoicacid.htm
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/alpha-lipoic-000285.htm
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080114162506.htm
http://www.diagnose-me.com/treat/T76343.html
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
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Quite Possibly the "Universal" Antioxidant
Lester Packer, Ph.D., of the University of California, Berkeley, published a lengthy review article on alpha-lipoic acid in Free Radical Biology & Medicine. Several qualities distinguish alpha-lipoic acid from other antioxidants, and Packer has described it at various times as the "universal," "ideal," and "metabolic" antioxidant. It directly recycles and extends the metabolic life spans of vitamin C, glutathione, and coenzyme Q10, and it indirectly renews vitamin E.
Alternative Names: Thiotic Acid or Thioctic Acid, Lipoic Acid, ALA
Alpha lipoic acid is a fatty acid found naturally inside every cell in the body. It's needed by the body to produce the energy for our body's normal functions. Alpha lipoic acid converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy.
Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant; a substance that neutralizes potentially harmful chemicals called free radicals. What makes alpha lipoic acid unique is that it functions in water and fat, unlike the more common antioxidants vitamins C and E, and it appears to be able to recycle antioxidants such as vitamin C and glutathione after they have been used up. Glutathione is an important antioxidant that helps the body eliminate potentially harmful substances. Alpha lipoic acid increases the formation of glutathione.
Antioxidants are substances that work by attacking "free radicals," waste products created when the body turns food into energy. Free radicals cause harmful chemical reactions that can damage cells in the body, making it harder for the body to fight off infections and resulting in damage to organs and tissues.
Alpha-lipoic acid is not the same as alpha linolenic acid, which is an omega-3 fatty acid that may help heart health. Confusion can arise because both are sometimes abbreviated “ALA”.
In Germany, alpha-lipoic acid is an approved medical treatment for peripheral neuropathy, a common complication of diabetes. It speeds the removal of glucose from the bloodstream, at least partly by enhancing insulin function, and it reduces insulin resistance, an underpinning of many cases of coronary heart disease and obesity.
Why People Use Alpha Lipoic Acid
Peripheral Neuropathy - can be caused by injury, nutritional deficiencies, chemotherapy or by conditions such as diabetes, Lyme disease, alcoholism, shingles, thyroid disease, and kidney failure. Symptoms can include pain, burning, numbness, tingling, weakness, and itching. Alpha-lipoic acid has been used for years for this purpose in Europe.
Diabetes
Alpha-lipoic acid can lower blood sugar levels. Taking alpha-lipoic acid does appear to help another diabetes-related condition, called autonomic neuropathy, which affects the nerves supplying the heart.
Liver Disease - Alpha-lipoic acid has been proposed as a treatment for alcohol-related liver disease.
Brain Function and Stroke
Because alpha-lipoic acid can cross the blood-brain barrier and pass easily into the brain, it has protective effects on brain and nerve tissue and is being investigated as a treatment for stroke and other brain disorders. Animals treated with alpha-lipoic acid, for example, suffered less brain damage and had a four times greater survival rate after a stroke than animals who did not receive this supplement.
Age-Related Conditions - As an antioxidant, alpha lipoic acid can neutralize free radicals, which can damage cells. Free radical damage is thought to contribute to aging and chronic illness.
Could Reduce atherosclerosis and weight gain -A new study done with mice has discovered that supplements of lipoic acid can inhibit formation of arterial lesions, lower triglycerides, and reduce blood vessel inflammation and weight gain -- all key issues for addressing cardiovascular disease.
Lipoic acid is also a super-chelator, capable of removing form our bodies excess iron, calcium, copper, toxic molecules such as cadmium, lead and mercury, as well as organic hydrocarbons.
Lipoic acid is used therapeutically for a variety of conditions including chemical hypersensitivity syndrome, heavy metal toxicity, diabetic neuropathy, chronic aggressive hepatitis, elevated liver enzymes and liver toxicity.
Other Conditions - Alpha lipoic acid has also been suggested for cataracts, glaucoma, multiple sclerosis, burning mouth syndrome, Alzheimer's disease and stroke. Also, bruising susceptibility, low T-Helper (CD4) cell levels, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. In test tubes, alpha-lipoic acid appears to inhibit growth of the HIV virus.
Balz Frei, professor and director of the Linus Pauling Institute - "From what we understand, this supplement would be most valuable as a preventive mechanism before people have advanced cardiovascular disease," Frei said. "However, it may help retard the process at any stage, and may also be of value in treating diabetic complications."
Also of considerable interest, Frei said, is the apparent role of lipoic acid supplementation in reducing weight gain. It appears to have this effect both through appetite suppression, an enhanced metabolic rate, and -- at least in laboratory animals -- has been shown to stimulate higher levels of physical activity, which again would increase caloric expenditure and further reduce weight.
Mice given lipoic acid supplements simply chose to eat less than a control group that did not receive supplements, suggesting a reduced appetite. In another test, mice that received supplements gained less weight than other mice in a control group that were given identical amounts to eat, suggesting a higher metabolic rate and enhanced activity levels.
Weight gain and obesity is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis and heart disease, and lower weight and abdominal fat may be one of the mechanisms by which lipoic acid has beneficial effects, Frei said. The study concluded, "lipoic acid supplementation may be a promising approach to prevent weight gain and to lower cardiovascular disease risk in humans."
Evidence shows that even if you are not getting enough vitamin C or E, for example, lipoic acid supplements can make up at least part of the deficit. Alpha lipoic acid is considered a conditionally vital antioxidant nutrient. Specifically, the body makes some of its own alpha lipoic acid, but we still need to get most of it form external sources. Lipoic acid is found in almost all foods, but slightly more so in kidney, heart, liver, spinach, broccoli, yeast extract or supplements. Our ability to make alpha lipoic acid does decline with age.
Side Effects
Side effects of alpha lipoic acid may include headache, tingling or a "pins and needles" sensation, skin rash, or muscle cramps.
Possible Drug Interactions
Alpha lipoic acid may improve blood sugar control, so people with diabetes who are taking medication to lower blood sugar should be monitored under the supervision of a qualified health professional.
Animal studies indicate that alpha lipoic acid may alter thyroid hormone levels, so it could theoretically have the same effect in humans. Their healthcare provider should monitor people taking thyroid medications.
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
References:
http://health.howstuffworks.com/health-illness/wellness/natural-medicine/alternative-medicines/alpha-lipoic-acid5.htm
http://altmedicine.about.com/od/alphalipoicacid/a/alphalipoicacid.htm
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/alpha-lipoic-000285.htm
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080114162506.htm
http://www.diagnose-me.com/treat/T76343.html
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
Back to Herbs
Internet and Global Sales
390 Manhattan Avenue, #B
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Sunshine Heroes Children Chewable Multiple Vitamin and Mineral
• Provides 50–100% of the children’s RDA for 11 vitamins and minerals.
• Contains a proprietary blend of whole foods, fruit juice concentrates and micronutrients, supplying health-protective antioxidants and phytochemical nutrients.
• Ensures growing bodies get adequate amounts of vital nutrients.Sunshine Heroes Multiple Vitamin & Mineral
[Vital Nutrition]. Sunshine Heroes Multiple Vitamin & Mineral provides vitamins and minerals to supplement a child’s diet and to ensure that these important nutrients are not being missed. It provides 100% of the Recommended Daily Allowance for vitamins A, C, D3, E, B6, B12, folic acid, biotin, pantothenic acid and zinc.
Download the Sunshine Heroes coloring book (PDF).
Watch the Sunshine Heroes cartoon.
Chew up to 4 soft chews per day as a dietary supplement. Chew carefully and thoroughly before swallowing.
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Super Trio - Super Supplemental Vitamins, Super ORAC and Super Omega 3
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Sunday, January 31, 2010
Health Benefits of Honey and Cinnamon
Health Benefits of Honey and Cinnamon
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Q. What is the only food that doesn't spoil?
A. Honey
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It is found that a mixture of Honey and Cinnamon cures most of the diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Ayurvedic as well as Yunani medicine have been using honey as a vital medicine for centuries. Scientists of today also accept honey as a very effective medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without any side effects for any kind of diseases. Today's science says that even though honey is sweet, if taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm diabetic patients.
Weekly World News, a magazine in Canada, on its issue dated 17 January, 1995 has given the following list of diseases that can be cured by Honey and Cinnamon as researched by western scientists.
HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on bread, chappati, or other bread, instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol in the arteries and saves the patient from heart attack. Also those who already had an attack, if they do this process daily, they are kept miles away from the next attack.
Regular use of the above process relieves loss of breath and strengthens the heartbeat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as age the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalizes the arteries and veins.
INSECT BITES: Take one part honey to two parts of lukewarm water and add a small teaspoon of cinnamon powder, make a paste and massage it on the itching part of the body slowly. It is noticed that the pain recedes within a minute or two.
ARTHRITIS: Arthritis patients may take daily, morning and night, one cup of hot water with two spoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. If taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured.
In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week out of the 200 people so treated practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain and within a month, mostly all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis started walking without pain.
HAIR LOSS: Those suffering from hair loss or baldness, may apply a paste of hot olive oil, one tablespoon of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder before bath and keep it for approx. 15 min. and then wash the hair. It was found to be effective even if kept on for 5 minutes.
BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder.
TOOTHACHE: Make a paste of one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and five teaspoons of honey and apply on the aching tooth. This may be applied 3 times a day till the tooth stops aching.
CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder
mixed in 16 ounces of tea water, given to a cholesterol patient, was found to
reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10% within 2 hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, if taken 3 times a day, any Chronic cholesterol is cured. As per information received in the said journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.
COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold and clear the sinuses.
INFERTILITY: Yunani and Ayurvedic Medicine have been using honey for thousands of years to strengthen the semen of men. If impotent men regularly take two tablespoon of honey before going to sleep, their problem will be solved.
In China, Japan and Far-East countries, women, who do not conceive and need to strengthen the uterus, have been taking cinnamon powder for centuries. Women who
cannot conceive may take a pinch of cinnamon powder in half teaspoon of honey
and apply it on the gums frequently throughout the day, so that it slowly mixes with the saliva and enters the body.
A couple in Maryland, USA, had no children for 14 years and had lost hope of having a child of their own. When told about this process, husband and wife started taking honey and cinnamon as stated above; the wife conceived after a few months and had twins at full term.
UPSET STOMACH: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomachache and also clears stomach ulcers from the root.
GAS: According to the studies done in India & Japan, it is revealed that if honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.
IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacteria and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and viral diseases.
INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food, relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.
INFLUENZA: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural ingredient, which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.
LONGEVITY: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly arrests the ravages of old age. Take 4 spoons of honey, 1 spoon of cinnamon powder and 3 cups of water and boil to make like tea. Drink 1/4 cup, 3 to 4 times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age.
Life spans also increases and even a 100 year old, starts performing the chores of a 20-year-old.
PIMPLES: Three tablespoons of Honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. If done daily for two weeks, it removes pimples from the root.
SKIN INFECTIONS: Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections.
CANCER: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder for one month 3 times a day.
FATIGUE: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens, who take honey and cinnamon power in equal parts, are more alert and flexible.
Dr. Milton who has done research says that a half tablespoon honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3.00 p.m. when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, increases the vitality of the body within a week.
BAD BREATH: People of South America, first thing in the morning gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water. So their breath stays fresh throughout the day.
HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder taken in equal parts restore hearing.
*NOTE:The honey used needs to be REAL RAW UNPASTEURIZED HONEY. If it says PURE honey it is most likely pasteurized. It is best to only buy honey that says RAW or UNPASTEURIZED on the label. The difference is that the enzymes are all heated out of the pasteurized honey.
Cinnamon and Honey formula for weight loss:
This should be prepared at night before going to bed.
1. Use 1 part cinnamon to 2 parts raw honey. 1/2 tsp cinnamon to 1 tsp honey is recommended but can use more or less as long as in the ratio of 1 to 2. --- so 1 tsp cinnamon to 2 tsp raw honey is ok too as an example.
2. Boil 1 cup...that is 8 oz of water.
3. Pour water over cinnamon and cover and let it steep for 1/2 hour..(30 minutes)
4. Add honey now that it has cooled. Never add honey when it is hot as the heat will destroy the enzymes and other nutrients in the raw honey.
5. Drink 1/2 of this directly before going to bed. The other 1/2 should be covered and refrigerated.
6. In the morning drink the other half that you refirgerated...but do not re-heat it...drink it cold or at room temp only.
Do not add anything else to this recipe. No lemon, no lime, no vinegar. It is not necessary to drink it more time in a day...it is only effective on an empty stomach and primarily at night.
This works for most people. Inches are lost before any measurement on the scales. This program will cause significant inches lost...but you will reach a plateau and may not lose anymore. This is because the cinnamon and honey cause a cleansing effect in the digestive tract and cleans out parasites and other fungus and bacteria that slow down the digestion...causing a toxic build up. (Lowers pH) Once this is all cleaned out then you will most likely have the weight loss slow down.
Other side effects from a cleansing can occur because of toxins being released...if this occurs, cut back on how much you use or take a break.
Additionally people report increased energy, more sex drive, and feeling happier/mood enhancer.
1. Use 1 part cinnamon to 2 parts raw honey. 1/2 tsp cinnamon to 1 tsp honey is recommended but can use more or less as long as in the ratio of 1 to 2. --- so 1 tsp cinnamon to 2 tsp raw honey is ok too as an example.
2. Boil 1 cup...that is 8 oz of water.
3. Pour water over cinnamon and cover and let it steep for 1/2 hour..(30 minutes)
4. Add honey now that it has cooled. Never add honey when it is hot as the heat will destroy the enzymes and other nutrients in the raw honey.
5. Drink 1/2 of this directly before going to bed. The other 1/2 should be covered and refrigerated.
6. In the morning drink the other half that you refirgerated...but do not re-heat it...drink it cold or at room temp only.
Do not add anything else to this recipe. No lemon, no lime, no vinegar. It is not necessary to drink it more time in a day...it is only effective on an empty stomach and primarily at night.
This works for most people. Inches are lost before any measurement on the scales. This program will cause significant inches lost...but you will reach a plateau and may not lose anymore. This is because the cinnamon and honey cause a cleansing effect in the digestive tract and cleans out parasites and other fungus and bacteria that slow down the digestion...causing a toxic build up. (Lowers pH) Once this is all cleaned out then you will most likely have the weight loss slow down.
Other side effects from a cleansing can occur because of toxins being released...if this occurs, cut back on how much you use or take a break.
Additionally people report increased energy, more sex drive, and feeling happier/mood enhancer.
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It was the accepted practice in Babylon 4,000 years ago that for a month after the wedding, the bride's father would supply his son-in-law with all the mead he could drink. Mead is a honey beer and because their calendar was lunar based, this period was called the honey month ... which we know today as the honeymoon.
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HONEY LINKS
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Silver Shield Effective Against over 650 Disease Causing Organisms
Silver Shield.....effective against over 650 disease-causing organisms
Research indicates that Silver Shield is an effective immune system booster, deactivating the enzymes responsible for the metabolism and multiplication of unwanted invaders. Silver Shield has become a popular alternative to other products on the market. Silver Shield is an effective ally in the fight against over 650 disease-causing organisms. These include: bacteria (typhoid, dyphteria, certain types of food poisoning, and pneumonia); viruses (the common cold, influenza, measles, and AIDS); protozoa (malaria, giardiasis, amebic dysentery); fungi (ringworm, thrush, candida albicans, and athlete’s foot); rickettsiae (rocky mountain spotted fever and Q fever); and chlamydiae (infections of the eye, the genitals, and the respiratory system). There is no known microbe that Silver Shield does not destroy.
New Silver Shield now boasts 18 ppm potency! That’s 28% more powerful than our previous formula to support your immune system even better. Available for the first time in a new topical gel. Gel provides Silver with AquaSol Technology at 24 ppm for maximum strength. NSP’s unique silver products are guaranteed safe! Scientifically develop-ed and tested, our silver products can be taken with complete confidence. They are non-toxic, and there’s no risk of heavy metal contamination.
New Silver Shield now boasts 18 ppm potency! That’s 28% more powerful than our previous formula to support your immune system even better. Available for the first time in a new topical gel. Gel provides Silver with AquaSol Technology at 24 ppm for maximum strength. NSP’s unique silver products are guaranteed safe! Scientifically develop-ed and tested, our silver products can be taken with complete confidence. They are non-toxic, and there’s no risk of heavy metal contamination.
This is a fantastic product, if you require additional information, please email your name,address, city and state to aepalacio@pacbell.net and enter Silver Shield in the Subject box.
You may order this product at www.mynsp.com/aepalacio. For call in orders reference the following membership number 2185806-1. The NSP order sales telephone number is
English 1-800-453-1422 or Espanol 1-800-321-0214.
Please share Nature's Sunshine Products with Family and Friends. Let them know that you Care about their Health and Well-Being by Giving a Healthy Gift that Reinforces Good Health Habits.
Take Care and have a Blessed Day!!!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Thursday, January 7, 2010
What's New at Nature's Sunshine January 2010
You have the opportunity to get a free Chlorophyll if you are a NSP member click the link in the newsletter below between now and January 15. If you are not yet a member, you may become a member and then click for your free chlorophyll. To become a member for free for a year place a $40.00 order at www.mynsp.com/aepalacio or give me a call at 916 538-1863
Chlorophyll is good for the following ailments and conditions:
Anemia, Bleeding (internal), Blood Cell Production, Body Odor, Breast Milk (increases and/or enriches), Cancer (natural therapy), Cholesterol (low), Cold Sores (Fever Blisters), Colon (general remedies for), Diaper Rash, Disks (bulging or slipped spinal disks), Emphysema, Energy (lack of), Fatigue, Foot Odor, Free Radical Damage, Halitosis (Bad Breath), Heart Fibrillation or Palpitations, Hemochromatosis, Immune Deficiency, Labor and Delivery, Over-acidity, Oxygen Deficiency, Pets (supplements for), Poisoning (general), Post Partum Weakness, Pregnancy (herbs and supplements for), Raynaud's Disease, Rosacea, Shortness of Breath, Sickle Cell Anemia, Toxemia, Vaccines (detoxification from), Weakness (general).
Click this link to see the newsletter.
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Chlorophyll is good for the following ailments and conditions:
Anemia, Bleeding (internal), Blood Cell Production, Body Odor, Breast Milk (increases and/or enriches), Cancer (natural therapy), Cholesterol (low), Cold Sores (Fever Blisters), Colon (general remedies for), Diaper Rash, Disks (bulging or slipped spinal disks), Emphysema, Energy (lack of), Fatigue, Foot Odor, Free Radical Damage, Halitosis (Bad Breath), Heart Fibrillation or Palpitations, Hemochromatosis, Immune Deficiency, Labor and Delivery, Over-acidity, Oxygen Deficiency, Pets (supplements for), Poisoning (general), Post Partum Weakness, Pregnancy (herbs and supplements for), Raynaud's Disease, Rosacea, Shortness of Breath, Sickle Cell Anemia, Toxemia, Vaccines (detoxification from), Weakness (general).
Click this link to see the newsletter.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Monday, December 21, 2009
Curcumin Products
We forgot to mention in our recent eflash two wonderful Nature's Sunshine products that contain Tumeric/Curcumin.
Super ORAC combines eight powerful ingredients known to quench free radicals—decaffeinated green tea leaves, mangosteen pericarp extract, turmeric root, quercetin, resveratrol, apple extract, açaà (acai) berry extract and selenium.
IF Relief contains a combination of herbal extracts that may support the body’s natural process for muscle pain and inflammation relief following exercise and massage. IF Relief contains compounds that may help the body achieve homeostasis. This formula has a very high ORAC value.
IF Relief contains turmeric root extract along with mangosteen pericarp extract—a source of potent antioxidants called xanthones. The xanthone gammamangostin appears to partially modulate the production of prostaglandins.
Please let us know if you have any questions and Happy Holidays!
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
Purchase these two products at www.mynsp.com/aepalacio or call 916 538-1863
We forgot to mention in our recent eflash two wonderful Nature's Sunshine products that contain Tumeric/Curcumin.
Super ORAC combines eight powerful ingredients known to quench free radicals—decaffeinated green tea leaves, mangosteen pericarp extract, turmeric root, quercetin, resveratrol, apple extract, açaà (acai) berry extract and selenium.
IF Relief contains a combination of herbal extracts that may support the body’s natural process for muscle pain and inflammation relief following exercise and massage. IF Relief contains compounds that may help the body achieve homeostasis. This formula has a very high ORAC value.
IF Relief contains turmeric root extract along with mangosteen pericarp extract—a source of potent antioxidants called xanthones. The xanthone gammamangostin appears to partially modulate the production of prostaglandins.
Please let us know if you have any questions and Happy Holidays!
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
Purchase these two products at www.mynsp.com/aepalacio or call 916 538-1863
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Omega 3 Back to Herbs
Omega 3
Every cell in our body is surrounded by a cell membrane composed mainly of fatty acids. The cell membrane allows the proper amounts of necessary nutrients to enter the cell, and ensures that waste products are quickly removed from the cell.
To perform these functions optimally, however, the cell membrane must maintain its integrity and fluidity. Cells without a healthy membrane lose their ability to hold water and vital nutrients. They also lose their ability to communicate with other cells. Researchers believe that loss of cell to cell communication is one of the physiological events that leads to growth of cancerous tumors.
Because cell membranes are made up of fat, the integrity and fluidity of our cell membranes is determined in large part by the type of fat we eat. Remember that saturated fats are solid at room temperature, while omega 3 fats are liquid at room temperature. Researchers believe that diets containing large amounts of saturated or hydrogenated fats produce cell membranes that are hard and lack fluidity. On the other hand, diets rich in omega 3 fats produce cell membranes with a high degree of fluidity.
Omega 3 fatty acids may play a role in the prevention and/or treatment of the following health conditions:
• Alzheimer's disease
• Asthma
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Bipolar disorder
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular disease
• Depression
• Diabetes
• Eczema
• High blood pressure
• Huntington's disease
• Lupus
• Migraine headaches
• Multiple sclerosis
• Obesity
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Psoriasis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
Dr. Frank Sacks, Professor of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health answers a couple of questions:
What are omega-3 fatty acids, and why should I make sure to include them in my diet?
Omega-3 fatty acids (also known as n-3 fatty acids) are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are essential nutrients for health. We need omega-3 fatty acids for numerous normal body functions, such as controlling blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain, and since our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats, we must get them through food. Omega-3 fatty acids are also associated with many health benefits, including protection against heart disease and possibly stroke. In addition to these established benefits for cardiovascular disease, omega-3 fatty acids in high doses (e.g. 6 to 10 capsules per day) are used to treat depression.. New studies are identifying potential benefits for a wide range of conditions including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
What foods are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids? How much do I need to eat of these foods to get enough omega-3s?
There are two major types of omega-3 fatty acids in our diets: One type is alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is found in some vegetable oils, such as soybean, rapeseed (canola), and flaxseed, and in walnuts. ALA is also found in some green vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts, kale, spinach, and salad greens. The other type, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), is found in fatty fish. The body partially converts ALA to EPA and DHA. We do not know whether vegetable or fish omega-3 fatty acids are equally beneficial, although both seem to be beneficial. Unfortunately, most Americans do not get enough of either type.
Because cell membranes are made up of fat, the integrity and fluidity of our cell membranes is determined in large part by the type of fat we eat. Remember that saturated fats are solid at room temperature, while omega 3 fats are liquid at room temperature. Researchers believe that diets containing large amounts of saturated or hydrogenated fats produce cell membranes that are hard and lack fluidity. On the other hand, diets rich in omega 3 fats produce cell membranes with a high degree of fluidity.
Recent statistics indicate that nearly 99% of people in the United States do not eat enough omega 3 fatty acids. However, the symptoms of omega 3 fatty acid deficiency are very vague, and often can be attributed to some other health conditions or nutrient deficiencies. Consequently, few people (or their physicians, for that matter) realize that they are not consuming enough omega 3 fatty acids.
What conditions or symptoms indicate a need for more high-omega-3 foods?
• Depression
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Fatigue
• Dry, itchy skin
• Brittle hair and nails
• Inability to concentrate
• Joint pain
The latest research shows that the most promising health effects of essential fatty acids are achieved through a proper balance between omega-3s and omega-6s. The ratio to shoot for, experts say, is roughly 4 parts omega-3s to 1 part omega-6s. Most of us, they say, come up dangerously short. "The typical American diet has a ratio of around 20 to 1 -- 20 omega-6's to 1 omega-3 -- and that spells trouble," says Sandon, an assistant professor of nutrition at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. While reducing your intake of omega-6s can help, getting more omega-3s from food is an even better way to go.
Polyunsaturated oils, including the omega 3 fats, are extremely susceptible to damage from heat, light, and oxygen. When exposed to these elements for too long, the fatty acids in the oil become oxidized, a scientific term that simply means that the oil becomes rancid. Rancidity not only alters the flavor and smell of the oil, but it also diminishes the nutritional value. More importantly, the oxidation of fatty acids produces free radicals, which are believed to play a role in the development of cancer and other degenerative diseases. As a result, oils rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids should be stored in dark glass, tightly closed containers in the refrigerator or freezer. In addition, these oils should never be heated on the stove. So, instead of sautéing your vegetables in flaxseed or walnut oil, make a salad dressing using these oils.
Individuals who have disorders involving bleeding, who bruise very easily, or who are taking blood thinners should consult with a medical practitioner before taking supplemental omega 3 fatty acids.
Be sure to buy omega-3 fatty acid supplements made by established companies who certify that their products are free of heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium.
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
References:
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/faculty/frank-sacks/
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=84
http://www.webmd.com/diet/guide/good-fat-bad-fat-facts-about-omega-3
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
Purchase Omega 3 from www.mynsp.com/aepalacio
or contact Angela at 916 538-1863
Every cell in our body is surrounded by a cell membrane composed mainly of fatty acids. The cell membrane allows the proper amounts of necessary nutrients to enter the cell, and ensures that waste products are quickly removed from the cell.
To perform these functions optimally, however, the cell membrane must maintain its integrity and fluidity. Cells without a healthy membrane lose their ability to hold water and vital nutrients. They also lose their ability to communicate with other cells. Researchers believe that loss of cell to cell communication is one of the physiological events that leads to growth of cancerous tumors.
Because cell membranes are made up of fat, the integrity and fluidity of our cell membranes is determined in large part by the type of fat we eat. Remember that saturated fats are solid at room temperature, while omega 3 fats are liquid at room temperature. Researchers believe that diets containing large amounts of saturated or hydrogenated fats produce cell membranes that are hard and lack fluidity. On the other hand, diets rich in omega 3 fats produce cell membranes with a high degree of fluidity.
Omega 3 fatty acids may play a role in the prevention and/or treatment of the following health conditions:
• Alzheimer's disease
• Asthma
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Bipolar disorder
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular disease
• Depression
• Diabetes
• Eczema
• High blood pressure
• Huntington's disease
• Lupus
• Migraine headaches
• Multiple sclerosis
• Obesity
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Psoriasis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
Dr. Frank Sacks, Professor of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health answers a couple of questions:
What are omega-3 fatty acids, and why should I make sure to include them in my diet?
Omega-3 fatty acids (also known as n-3 fatty acids) are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are essential nutrients for health. We need omega-3 fatty acids for numerous normal body functions, such as controlling blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain, and since our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats, we must get them through food. Omega-3 fatty acids are also associated with many health benefits, including protection against heart disease and possibly stroke. In addition to these established benefits for cardiovascular disease, omega-3 fatty acids in high doses (e.g. 6 to 10 capsules per day) are used to treat depression.. New studies are identifying potential benefits for a wide range of conditions including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
What foods are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids? How much do I need to eat of these foods to get enough omega-3s?
There are two major types of omega-3 fatty acids in our diets: One type is alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is found in some vegetable oils, such as soybean, rapeseed (canola), and flaxseed, and in walnuts. ALA is also found in some green vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts, kale, spinach, and salad greens. The other type, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), is found in fatty fish. The body partially converts ALA to EPA and DHA. We do not know whether vegetable or fish omega-3 fatty acids are equally beneficial, although both seem to be beneficial. Unfortunately, most Americans do not get enough of either type.
Because cell membranes are made up of fat, the integrity and fluidity of our cell membranes is determined in large part by the type of fat we eat. Remember that saturated fats are solid at room temperature, while omega 3 fats are liquid at room temperature. Researchers believe that diets containing large amounts of saturated or hydrogenated fats produce cell membranes that are hard and lack fluidity. On the other hand, diets rich in omega 3 fats produce cell membranes with a high degree of fluidity.
Recent statistics indicate that nearly 99% of people in the United States do not eat enough omega 3 fatty acids. However, the symptoms of omega 3 fatty acid deficiency are very vague, and often can be attributed to some other health conditions or nutrient deficiencies. Consequently, few people (or their physicians, for that matter) realize that they are not consuming enough omega 3 fatty acids.
What conditions or symptoms indicate a need for more high-omega-3 foods?
• Depression
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Fatigue
• Dry, itchy skin
• Brittle hair and nails
• Inability to concentrate
• Joint pain
The latest research shows that the most promising health effects of essential fatty acids are achieved through a proper balance between omega-3s and omega-6s. The ratio to shoot for, experts say, is roughly 4 parts omega-3s to 1 part omega-6s. Most of us, they say, come up dangerously short. "The typical American diet has a ratio of around 20 to 1 -- 20 omega-6's to 1 omega-3 -- and that spells trouble," says Sandon, an assistant professor of nutrition at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. While reducing your intake of omega-6s can help, getting more omega-3s from food is an even better way to go.
Polyunsaturated oils, including the omega 3 fats, are extremely susceptible to damage from heat, light, and oxygen. When exposed to these elements for too long, the fatty acids in the oil become oxidized, a scientific term that simply means that the oil becomes rancid. Rancidity not only alters the flavor and smell of the oil, but it also diminishes the nutritional value. More importantly, the oxidation of fatty acids produces free radicals, which are believed to play a role in the development of cancer and other degenerative diseases. As a result, oils rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids should be stored in dark glass, tightly closed containers in the refrigerator or freezer. In addition, these oils should never be heated on the stove. So, instead of sautéing your vegetables in flaxseed or walnut oil, make a salad dressing using these oils.
Individuals who have disorders involving bleeding, who bruise very easily, or who are taking blood thinners should consult with a medical practitioner before taking supplemental omega 3 fatty acids.
Be sure to buy omega-3 fatty acid supplements made by established companies who certify that their products are free of heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium.
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
References:
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/faculty/frank-sacks/
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=84
http://www.webmd.com/diet/guide/good-fat-bad-fat-facts-about-omega-3
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
Purchase Omega 3 from www.mynsp.com/aepalacio
or contact Angela at 916 538-1863
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Olive Leaf Extract
Olive Leaf Extract
Olive leaf extract is an old, very old, medicinal botanical. It has been traced back to ancient Greece and has been used in many cultures throughout history to alleviate a myriad of afflictions. The extract derived from the leaves of the olive tree treat infections, fevers, coughs, and skin conditions. Olive leaf extract is rich with antioxidant properties as well as successfully being antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungus and anti-parasitic.
A primary ingredient in the olive leaf is Oleuropein. It was found to be an ingredient in a compound produced by the olive tree that makes it particularly robust and resistant against insect and bacterial damage. Olive leaf and olive leaf extract are being marketed as anti-aging, immunostimulators and antibiotics. In 1962 research showed that Oleuropein has the ability to lower blood pressure in animals. Later research demonstrated that it increased blood flow in coronary arteries, relieved arrhythmia and prevented intestinal muscle spasms. Oleuropein inhibits the growth of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites.
A liquid extract made from the leaves was shown to have an antioxidant effect almost double to green tea extract and 400% higher than vitamin C. The leaves of the olive tree are one of the most powerful antioxidants known to man, many times more potent than green tea, goji, grape seed or vitamin C.
May help with:
Fights colds and flu
Kills fungal and yeast infections
Aids in countering viral infections even hard to treat infections (i.e. Epstein-Barr disease)
Reduces LDL cholesterol (the bad one)
Lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by relaxing the arteries
Effective treatment for some cancers (liver, prostate, breast) in preliminary research
Can help lower blood glucose promoting normal blood sugar levels
Supports the immune, circulatory, urinary and digestive systems
Prevents bacteria from becoming established and/or spreading and reproducing
Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome
Sinus and bladder infections
Oral infections associated with tooth or gum disease
Diabetes
Rheumatoid arthritis
Candida
Skin conditions (acne, psoriasis, etc.)
Tropical diseases (i.e. malaria)
Parasites (roundworm, hookworm, tapeworm, and flatworm)
Hemorrhoids
Chronically aching joints
Allergies
From research and clinical experience to date, it can be said that supplemental olive leaf extract may be beneficial in the treatment for conditions caused by, or associated with, a virus, retrovirus, bacterium, or protozoan. Among such conditions are influenza, the common cold, meningitis, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), encephalitis, herpes I and II, human herpes virus 6 and 7, shingles, HIV/ARC/AIDS, chronic fatigue, hepatitis B, pneumonia, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, malaria, dengue, bacteremia, severe diarrhea, blood poisoning, and dental, ear, urinary tract and surgical infections.
Biochemist Arnold Takemoto puts it this way: "Olive leaf extract is not a single magic-bullet. There are very few such things, especially in non-pharmaceutical medicine. In many cases it takes a whole lot more than just one ingredient to get over a particular condition. Yet I find it a very valuable addition against chronic fatigue syndrome and many other viral conditions, especially those that are more tenacious. It fills a hole that we haven't been able to fill before."
In the Townsend Letter article, Takemoto told Morton Walker that he has "yet to discover another herbal substance that accomplishes antimicrobially what this substance achieves."
Takemoto went on to say that Lisa Weinrib, M.D., one of the physicians he works with, treats many cases of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. She has noticed that patients with these problems exhibit much improvement from use of the extract, according to Takemoto. "It's the missing link that functions as an antiviral and antiretroviral agent by slowing down the organism's reproductive cycle. A slowdown...allows the patient's immune system to go on the attack."
Takemoto says olive leaf extract has helped patients eliminate stubborn viral infections they have had for years. One patient, who had suffered from shingles (herpes zoster) for nine years, experienced complete relief within two days of starting olive leaf extract and other supplements.
"In my approach," Takemoto says, "I target key antibody responses for specific viruses, stimulate the immune system, and with olive leaf extract attempt to inhibit the reproduction of the virus. It takes everything to get over some of these real chronic conditions."
The "Die-off" effect is a term associated with the healing response in the body. "Die-off" symptoms can begin almost immediately after starting the supplement. It can hit different people in different ways. Reactions include extreme fatigue, diarrhea, headaches, muscle/joint achiness or flu-like symptoms. Severity differs also from person to person, depending on the extent of infection.
Keep in mind that such symptoms are positive signs. Nevertheless, they can be unpleasant. Some people may not want to continue because of the discomfort. Others handle it better. Others experience no such effect.
Here's what you may want to do in case of substantial detoxification symptoms:
Reduce the number of tablets, or even stop them altogether for a while.
You may need a day or two, or even a week, to allow your body to process the "die-off."
When you feel better, you can resume the supplement at a low dose and increase slowly.
Holistic practitioners can usually provide a supportive detoxification program for individuals who experience a strong "die-off" response.
Other than the "die-off" detoxification effect among some individuals, olive leaf extract appears to create no side effects.
Deaths from infectious diseases, formerly on the decline, have recently taken an alarming upward turn in this country. According to federal researchers, such deaths rose by 58% from 1980 to 1992, pushing this category of illness up behind heart disease and cancer in the No. 3 spot of killer diseases. With the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains, natural products such as olive leaf extract take on greater importance. It may be that the staph infections that are antibiotic resistant which are contracted in hospitals and the recent swine flu and flu strains that are mutating could be assuaged with olive leaf extract. It is an all around good thing to have on hand and administer at the first sigh of any illness.
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
References:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Olive-Leaf-Extract---Ancient-Cure-for-Acne&id=618432
http://www.candida-albicans-cure.com/olive-leaf-extract.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olive_leaf
http://curezone.com/foods/oliveleaf.asp
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
To purchase Olive Leaf Extract go to www.mynsp.com/aepalacio
Olive leaf extract is an old, very old, medicinal botanical. It has been traced back to ancient Greece and has been used in many cultures throughout history to alleviate a myriad of afflictions. The extract derived from the leaves of the olive tree treat infections, fevers, coughs, and skin conditions. Olive leaf extract is rich with antioxidant properties as well as successfully being antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungus and anti-parasitic.
A primary ingredient in the olive leaf is Oleuropein. It was found to be an ingredient in a compound produced by the olive tree that makes it particularly robust and resistant against insect and bacterial damage. Olive leaf and olive leaf extract are being marketed as anti-aging, immunostimulators and antibiotics. In 1962 research showed that Oleuropein has the ability to lower blood pressure in animals. Later research demonstrated that it increased blood flow in coronary arteries, relieved arrhythmia and prevented intestinal muscle spasms. Oleuropein inhibits the growth of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites.
A liquid extract made from the leaves was shown to have an antioxidant effect almost double to green tea extract and 400% higher than vitamin C. The leaves of the olive tree are one of the most powerful antioxidants known to man, many times more potent than green tea, goji, grape seed or vitamin C.
May help with:
Fights colds and flu
Kills fungal and yeast infections
Aids in countering viral infections even hard to treat infections (i.e. Epstein-Barr disease)
Reduces LDL cholesterol (the bad one)
Lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by relaxing the arteries
Effective treatment for some cancers (liver, prostate, breast) in preliminary research
Can help lower blood glucose promoting normal blood sugar levels
Supports the immune, circulatory, urinary and digestive systems
Prevents bacteria from becoming established and/or spreading and reproducing
Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome
Sinus and bladder infections
Oral infections associated with tooth or gum disease
Diabetes
Rheumatoid arthritis
Candida
Skin conditions (acne, psoriasis, etc.)
Tropical diseases (i.e. malaria)
Parasites (roundworm, hookworm, tapeworm, and flatworm)
Hemorrhoids
Chronically aching joints
Allergies
From research and clinical experience to date, it can be said that supplemental olive leaf extract may be beneficial in the treatment for conditions caused by, or associated with, a virus, retrovirus, bacterium, or protozoan. Among such conditions are influenza, the common cold, meningitis, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), encephalitis, herpes I and II, human herpes virus 6 and 7, shingles, HIV/ARC/AIDS, chronic fatigue, hepatitis B, pneumonia, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, malaria, dengue, bacteremia, severe diarrhea, blood poisoning, and dental, ear, urinary tract and surgical infections.
Biochemist Arnold Takemoto puts it this way: "Olive leaf extract is not a single magic-bullet. There are very few such things, especially in non-pharmaceutical medicine. In many cases it takes a whole lot more than just one ingredient to get over a particular condition. Yet I find it a very valuable addition against chronic fatigue syndrome and many other viral conditions, especially those that are more tenacious. It fills a hole that we haven't been able to fill before."
In the Townsend Letter article, Takemoto told Morton Walker that he has "yet to discover another herbal substance that accomplishes antimicrobially what this substance achieves."
Takemoto went on to say that Lisa Weinrib, M.D., one of the physicians he works with, treats many cases of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. She has noticed that patients with these problems exhibit much improvement from use of the extract, according to Takemoto. "It's the missing link that functions as an antiviral and antiretroviral agent by slowing down the organism's reproductive cycle. A slowdown...allows the patient's immune system to go on the attack."
Takemoto says olive leaf extract has helped patients eliminate stubborn viral infections they have had for years. One patient, who had suffered from shingles (herpes zoster) for nine years, experienced complete relief within two days of starting olive leaf extract and other supplements.
"In my approach," Takemoto says, "I target key antibody responses for specific viruses, stimulate the immune system, and with olive leaf extract attempt to inhibit the reproduction of the virus. It takes everything to get over some of these real chronic conditions."
The "Die-off" effect is a term associated with the healing response in the body. "Die-off" symptoms can begin almost immediately after starting the supplement. It can hit different people in different ways. Reactions include extreme fatigue, diarrhea, headaches, muscle/joint achiness or flu-like symptoms. Severity differs also from person to person, depending on the extent of infection.
Keep in mind that such symptoms are positive signs. Nevertheless, they can be unpleasant. Some people may not want to continue because of the discomfort. Others handle it better. Others experience no such effect.
Here's what you may want to do in case of substantial detoxification symptoms:
Reduce the number of tablets, or even stop them altogether for a while.
You may need a day or two, or even a week, to allow your body to process the "die-off."
When you feel better, you can resume the supplement at a low dose and increase slowly.
Holistic practitioners can usually provide a supportive detoxification program for individuals who experience a strong "die-off" response.
Other than the "die-off" detoxification effect among some individuals, olive leaf extract appears to create no side effects.
Deaths from infectious diseases, formerly on the decline, have recently taken an alarming upward turn in this country. According to federal researchers, such deaths rose by 58% from 1980 to 1992, pushing this category of illness up behind heart disease and cancer in the No. 3 spot of killer diseases. With the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains, natural products such as olive leaf extract take on greater importance. It may be that the staph infections that are antibiotic resistant which are contracted in hospitals and the recent swine flu and flu strains that are mutating could be assuaged with olive leaf extract. It is an all around good thing to have on hand and administer at the first sigh of any illness.
Yours in Good Health!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jack and Chris Ritchason
Back to Herbs Team
References:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Olive-Leaf-Extract---Ancient-Cure-for-Acne&id=618432
http://www.candida-albicans-cure.com/olive-leaf-extract.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olive_leaf
http://curezone.com/foods/oliveleaf.asp
Disclaimer: We do not directly dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of herbs or supplements as a form of treatment for illness. The information found on this Web Site is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another. Historically all of these herbs & vitamin supplements may nutritionally support the bodies biological systems. Please consult a licensed health professional should a need be indicated.
To purchase Olive Leaf Extract go to www.mynsp.com/aepalacio
Signs of Ovarian Cancer
> SIGNS OF OVARIAN CANCER (even in the
> absence of Ovaries, and no matter what age you are)
>
> THIS IS A MUST
> TO READ TO THE END
>
> An Eye Opener on Ovarian
> Cancer
>
> I hope you all take the time to read this and pass it on to
> all you can. Send this to the women in your life that
> you care about.
>
> A few years ago, Gilda Radner died of ovarian cancer.
> Her symptoms were inconclusive, and she was treated
> for everything under the sun until it was too late..
> This blood test finally identified her illness
> but alas, too late. She wrote a book to heighten
> awareness. Gene Wilder is her widower.
>
> KATHY'S
> STORY: this is the story
> of Kathy West
>
> As all of you know,
> I have Primary Peritoneal Cancer. This cancer has only
> recently been identified as its OWN type of cancer, but it
> is essentially Ovarian Cancer.
>
> Both types of cancer are diagnosed in the same way, with
> the "tumour marker" CA-125 BLOOD TEST, and they
> are treated in the same way - surgery to remove the primary
> tumour and then chemotherapy with Taxol and Carboplatin.
>
> Having gone through this ordeal, I want to save others from
> the same fate. That is why I am sending this message
> to you and hope you will print it and give it or send it via
> E-mail to everybody you know.
>
> One thing I have learned is that each of us must take TOTAL
> responsibility for our own health care. I thought I
> had done that because I always had an annual physical and
> PAP smear,
> did a monthly Self-Breast Exam, went to the dentist at
> least twice a year, etc. I even insisted on a
> sigmoidoscopy and a bone density test last year. When
> I had a total hysterectomy in 1993, I thought that I did not
> have to worry about getting any of the female reproductive
> organ cancers.
>
> LITTLE DID I KNOW. I don't have ovaries (and they
> were HEALTHY when they were removed), but I have what is
> essentially ovarian cancer. Strange, isn't
> it?
>
> These are just SOME of the things our Doctors never tell
> us: ONE out of every 55 women will get OVARIAN or PRIMARY
> PERITONEAL CANCER.
>
> The "CLASSIC" symptoms are an ABDOMEN that rather
> SUDDENLY ENLARGES and CONSTIPATION and/or DIARRHEA.
>
> I had these classic symptoms and went to the doctor.
> Because these symptoms seemed to be
> "abdominal", I went to a gastroenterologist.
> He ran tests that were designed to
> determine whether there was a bacteria infection; these
> tests were negative, and I was diagnosed with
> "Irritable Bowel Syndrome". I guess I would
> have accepted this diagnosis had it not been for my enlarged
> abdomen. I swear to you, it looked like I was
> 4-5 months pregnant! I therefore insisted on more
> tests.
>
> They took an X-ray of my abdomen; it was negative. I
> was again assured that I had Irritable Bowel Syndrome and
> was encouraged to go on my scheduled month-long trip
> to Europe .. I couldn't wear any of my
> slacks or shorts because I couldn't get them buttoned,
> and I KNEW something was radically wrong. I INSISTED
> on more tests, and they reluctantly) scheduled me for a
> CT-Scan (just to shut me up, I think). This is
> what I mean by "taking charge of our own health
> care.."
>
> The CT-Scan showed a lot of fluid in my abdomen (NOT
> normal). Needless to say, I had to
> cancel my trip and have FIVE POUNDS of fluid drawn off at
> the hospital (not a pleasant experience I assure you), but
> NOTHING compared to what was ahead of me.
>
> Tests revealed cancer cells in the fluid. Finally,
> finally, finally, the doctor ran a CA-125 blood test, and I
> was properly diagnosed.
>
> I HAD THE CLASSIC SYMPTOMS FOR OVARIAN CANCER, AND YET THIS
> SIMPLE CA-125 BLOOD TEST HAD NEVER BEEN RUN ON ME, not as
> part of my annual physical exam and not when I was
> symptomatic. This is an inexpensive and simple
> blood test!
>
> PLEASE, PLEASE TELL ALL YOUR FEMALE FRIENDS AND RELATIVES
> TO INSIST ON A CA-125 BLOOD TEST EVERY YEAR AS PART OF THEIR
> ANNUAL PHYSICAL
> EXAMS.
>
>
>
> Be forewarned that their doctors might try to talk them out
> of it, saying, "IT ISN'T NECESSARY."
> Believe me, had I known then what I know now, we would
> have caught my cancer much earlier (before it was a stage 3
> cancer). Insist on the CA-125 BLOOD TEST; DO NOT
> take "NO" for an answer!
>
> The normal range for a CA-125 BLOOD TEST is between zero
> and 35. MINE WAS 754. (That's right, 754!).
> If the number is slightly above 35, you can have
> another done in three or six months and keep a close eye on
> it, just as women do when they have fibroid tumours or when
> men have a slightly elevated PSA test (Prostatic Specific
> Antigens) that helps diagnose prostate cancer.
>
> Having the CA-125 test done annually can alert you early,
> and that's the goal in diagnosing any type of
> cancer - catching it early..
>
> Do you know 55 women? If so, at least one of them
> will have this VERY AGGRESSIVE cancer. Please, go to
> your doctor and insist on a CA-125 test and have one EVERY
> YEAR for the rest of your life..
>
> And forward this message to every woman you know, and tell
> all of your female family members and friends.. Though
> the median age for this cancer is 56, (and, guess what,
> I'm exactly 56), women as young as 22 have it.
> Age is no factor.
>
> A NOTE FROM AN
> RN:
> Well, after reading this, I made some calls. I found
> that the CA-125 test is an ovarian screening test equivalent
> to a man's PSA test prostate screen (which my
> husband's doctor automatically gives him in his physical
> each year and insurance pays for it). I called
> the general practitioner's office about having the test
> done. The nurse had
> never heard of it. She told me that she doubted that
> insurance would pay for it. So I called Prudential
> Insurance Co, and got the same response. Never heard of it -
> it won't be covered.
>
> I explained that
> it was the same as the PSA test they had paid for my husband
> for years. After conferring with whomever they confer
> with, she told me that the CA-125 would be covered.
>
> It is $75 in a
> GP's office and $125 at the GYN's. This is a
> screening test that should be required just like a PAP smear
> (a PAP smear cannot detect problems with your ovaries).
> And you must insist that your insurance company pay
> for it.
>
> Gene
> Wilder and Pierce Brosnan (his wife had it, too) are
> lobbying for women's health issues, saying that this
> test should be
> required in our physicals, just like the PAP and the
> mammogram. PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO SEND THIS OUT
> TO ALL THOSE YOU CAN. BE IT MALE OR FEMALE, IT SHOULD
> NOT MATTER, AS THEY CAN FORWARD IT ALSO TO THOSE LOVED ONES
> THEY KNOW.
>
> IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH FORWARDING SOMETHING AS
> IMPORTANT AS THIS, HERE'S A LITTLE HINT THAT MAY ASSIST
> YOU WITH YOUR DECISION ~ JUST PRETEND THAT THIS IS A JOKE,
> WHICH IT CERTAINLY IS NOT, AND SEND IT OUT TO ALL THE FOLKS
> YOU WOULD IF IT WAS. THANKS.
> absence of Ovaries, and no matter what age you are)
>
> THIS IS A MUST
> TO READ TO THE END
>
> An Eye Opener on Ovarian
> Cancer
>
> I hope you all take the time to read this and pass it on to
> all you can. Send this to the women in your life that
> you care about.
>
> A few years ago, Gilda Radner died of ovarian cancer.
> Her symptoms were inconclusive, and she was treated
> for everything under the sun until it was too late..
> This blood test finally identified her illness
> but alas, too late. She wrote a book to heighten
> awareness. Gene Wilder is her widower.
>
> KATHY'S
> STORY: this is the story
> of Kathy West
>
> As all of you know,
> I have Primary Peritoneal Cancer. This cancer has only
> recently been identified as its OWN type of cancer, but it
> is essentially Ovarian Cancer.
>
> Both types of cancer are diagnosed in the same way, with
> the "tumour marker" CA-125 BLOOD TEST, and they
> are treated in the same way - surgery to remove the primary
> tumour and then chemotherapy with Taxol and Carboplatin.
>
> Having gone through this ordeal, I want to save others from
> the same fate. That is why I am sending this message
> to you and hope you will print it and give it or send it via
> E-mail to everybody you know.
>
> One thing I have learned is that each of us must take TOTAL
> responsibility for our own health care. I thought I
> had done that because I always had an annual physical and
> PAP smear,
> did a monthly Self-Breast Exam, went to the dentist at
> least twice a year, etc. I even insisted on a
> sigmoidoscopy and a bone density test last year. When
> I had a total hysterectomy in 1993, I thought that I did not
> have to worry about getting any of the female reproductive
> organ cancers.
>
> LITTLE DID I KNOW. I don't have ovaries (and they
> were HEALTHY when they were removed), but I have what is
> essentially ovarian cancer. Strange, isn't
> it?
>
> These are just SOME of the things our Doctors never tell
> us: ONE out of every 55 women will get OVARIAN or PRIMARY
> PERITONEAL CANCER.
>
> The "CLASSIC" symptoms are an ABDOMEN that rather
> SUDDENLY ENLARGES and CONSTIPATION and/or DIARRHEA.
>
> I had these classic symptoms and went to the doctor.
> Because these symptoms seemed to be
> "abdominal", I went to a gastroenterologist.
> He ran tests that were designed to
> determine whether there was a bacteria infection; these
> tests were negative, and I was diagnosed with
> "Irritable Bowel Syndrome". I guess I would
> have accepted this diagnosis had it not been for my enlarged
> abdomen. I swear to you, it looked like I was
> 4-5 months pregnant! I therefore insisted on more
> tests.
>
> They took an X-ray of my abdomen; it was negative. I
> was again assured that I had Irritable Bowel Syndrome and
> was encouraged to go on my scheduled month-long trip
> to Europe .. I couldn't wear any of my
> slacks or shorts because I couldn't get them buttoned,
> and I KNEW something was radically wrong. I INSISTED
> on more tests, and they reluctantly) scheduled me for a
> CT-Scan (just to shut me up, I think). This is
> what I mean by "taking charge of our own health
> care.."
>
> The CT-Scan showed a lot of fluid in my abdomen (NOT
> normal). Needless to say, I had to
> cancel my trip and have FIVE POUNDS of fluid drawn off at
> the hospital (not a pleasant experience I assure you), but
> NOTHING compared to what was ahead of me.
>
> Tests revealed cancer cells in the fluid. Finally,
> finally, finally, the doctor ran a CA-125 blood test, and I
> was properly diagnosed.
>
> I HAD THE CLASSIC SYMPTOMS FOR OVARIAN CANCER, AND YET THIS
> SIMPLE CA-125 BLOOD TEST HAD NEVER BEEN RUN ON ME, not as
> part of my annual physical exam and not when I was
> symptomatic. This is an inexpensive and simple
> blood test!
>
> PLEASE, PLEASE TELL ALL YOUR FEMALE FRIENDS AND RELATIVES
> TO INSIST ON A CA-125 BLOOD TEST EVERY YEAR AS PART OF THEIR
> ANNUAL PHYSICAL
> EXAMS.
>
>
>
> Be forewarned that their doctors might try to talk them out
> of it, saying, "IT ISN'T NECESSARY."
> Believe me, had I known then what I know now, we would
> have caught my cancer much earlier (before it was a stage 3
> cancer). Insist on the CA-125 BLOOD TEST; DO NOT
> take "NO" for an answer!
>
> The normal range for a CA-125 BLOOD TEST is between zero
> and 35. MINE WAS 754. (That's right, 754!).
> If the number is slightly above 35, you can have
> another done in three or six months and keep a close eye on
> it, just as women do when they have fibroid tumours or when
> men have a slightly elevated PSA test (Prostatic Specific
> Antigens) that helps diagnose prostate cancer.
>
> Having the CA-125 test done annually can alert you early,
> and that's the goal in diagnosing any type of
> cancer - catching it early..
>
> Do you know 55 women? If so, at least one of them
> will have this VERY AGGRESSIVE cancer. Please, go to
> your doctor and insist on a CA-125 test and have one EVERY
> YEAR for the rest of your life..
>
> And forward this message to every woman you know, and tell
> all of your female family members and friends.. Though
> the median age for this cancer is 56, (and, guess what,
> I'm exactly 56), women as young as 22 have it.
> Age is no factor.
>
> A NOTE FROM AN
> RN:
> Well, after reading this, I made some calls. I found
> that the CA-125 test is an ovarian screening test equivalent
> to a man's PSA test prostate screen (which my
> husband's doctor automatically gives him in his physical
> each year and insurance pays for it). I called
> the general practitioner's office about having the test
> done. The nurse had
> never heard of it. She told me that she doubted that
> insurance would pay for it. So I called Prudential
> Insurance Co, and got the same response. Never heard of it -
> it won't be covered.
>
> I explained that
> it was the same as the PSA test they had paid for my husband
> for years. After conferring with whomever they confer
> with, she told me that the CA-125 would be covered.
>
> It is $75 in a
> GP's office and $125 at the GYN's. This is a
> screening test that should be required just like a PAP smear
> (a PAP smear cannot detect problems with your ovaries).
> And you must insist that your insurance company pay
> for it.
>
> Gene
> Wilder and Pierce Brosnan (his wife had it, too) are
> lobbying for women's health issues, saying that this
> test should be
> required in our physicals, just like the PAP and the
> mammogram. PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO SEND THIS OUT
> TO ALL THOSE YOU CAN. BE IT MALE OR FEMALE, IT SHOULD
> NOT MATTER, AS THEY CAN FORWARD IT ALSO TO THOSE LOVED ONES
> THEY KNOW.
>
> IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH FORWARDING SOMETHING AS
> IMPORTANT AS THIS, HERE'S A LITTLE HINT THAT MAY ASSIST
> YOU WITH YOUR DECISION ~ JUST PRETEND THAT THIS IS A JOKE,
> WHICH IT CERTAINLY IS NOT, AND SEND IT OUT TO ALL THE FOLKS
> YOU WOULD IF IT WAS. THANKS.
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