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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A simple mixture of flour and water--a 6,000-year-old discovery in
ancient Egypt--is all it takes to create sourdough starter. Left at room
temperature, wild yeasts and the bacteria, Lactobacillus, from the
grain and the air, jumpstart the process of fermentation, which gives the
dough its sour flavor. After "feeding" it with more flour and water for
about a week, the starter can be used in place of yeast in bread and
other recipes. The starter may be kept alive for an indeterminate
period--many trace back over 160 years.</span></span></div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Some sourdough enthusiasts claim a range of health benefits, from
treating disease to boosting mood. While sourdough bread may not live up
to all of these claims, research reveals some advantages. The
fermentation and long rising time appears to help break down starches,
proteins, gluten, and phytates in grains, making them easier to digest,
as well as boosting nutrient availability. The absorption rate of
starches is slowed down, thus, reducing the glycemic index of the bread.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">A startling study which included white, whole wheat, whole wheat with barley and
sourdough white breads and their impact on people of different age and
body weight was conducted.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">People who are overweight and
between age of 50 and 60 had the best reaction on sourdough white bread, surpassing the whole wheat,
and positive effects of it can be seen even after lunch. These positive
results were: a decrease in sugar <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD1">level</span> in blood and an increase in insulin level. Even after a second meal (which was without sourdough bread) this situation remained the same.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">It
is believed that fermentation caused by the sourdough changes the
properties of natural starch in the bread turning it into a healthier
and better food.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Other types of bread in the study made of whole grains of
whole wheat did not show such good results as sourdough bread. Whole
wheat bread has even caused a mild increase in blood sugar that was even
retained after the second meal. Such results may come from the process
of milling wheat and other grains, although the above rule does not <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD2">apply</span> to all types of bread made from whole grains and whole wheat. One must wonder what the effects of whole wheat sourdough would be?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>1. </b>Sourdough often has a lower glycemic index
than that of other breads–meaning, it doesn’t spike blood sugar as
dramatically. This is because it depletes damaged starches within it,
simply by its fermentative nature.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>2.</b> Sourdough bread contains the bacteria <i>Lactobacillus</i> in a higher proportion to yeast than do other breads. More <i>Lactobacillus </i>means higher production of lactic acid, which means less of the potentially dangerous phytic acid. And what does that mean? More mineral availability and easier digestion.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>3.</b> Easier digestion is made even more possible by the bacteria-yeast
combo working to predigest the starches in the grains. Predigestion by
sourdough = less digestion for you.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>4.</b> Sourdough preparation is more lengthy (soaking, rinsing, etc.),
and this longer prep time results in the protein gluten being broken
down into amino acids. Again, this translates to easier and more
pleasant digestion, sometimes even for those who are sensitive to gluten.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>5.</b> Acetic acid–which inhibits the growth of mold, is produced in the
making of sourdough. So, sourdough naturally preserves itself. Pretty
neat considering the toxic preservatives thrown into the food supply
today.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>6.</b> The fermentation process increases the content of beneficial bacteria in the bread AND the gut. Healthy gut bacteria = happy body.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>7.</b> Additionally, these bacteria control yeast population in the gut, so yeast overgrowth and infection is less likely to occur.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>8. </b>The integrity of sourdough is so complex that it contains a host
of goodness in terms of nutrients. In sourdough, you can find vitamins
B1-B6, B12, folate, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, vitamin E, selenium,
iron, manganese, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and potassium–in
addition to uniquely balanced proteins and fatty acids. Whoa! This is in
contrast to most commercially produced breads, which maintain only a
fraction of their original nutrient content after all the processing
they undergo.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><b>9.</b> Sourdough bread made with wild yeast, bacteria, and whole grain
flour is the oldest and most original form of leavened bread. It truly
is an ancient art that is crafted in harmony with nature. It’s only
natural that we eat it as opposed to other breads.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.breadtopia.com/make-your-own-sourdough-starter/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Make your own sourdough starter </b></span></a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">What you eat does more than influence
your gut. It also may affect your brain. Increasing evidence shows that
mom was right: You should eat your vegetables, and your blueberries and
walnuts, too.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Blueberries serve a wide range of functions
for improving mental function. Most notably, regular blueberry
consumption has been shown to improve memory function. Furthermore,
blueberries are rich in antioxidants, helping to prevent free radical
damage. Still not convinced? Research has found that blueberries can
also reverse age related declines in motor function, balance, and
coordination.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Flax Seeds</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Flax seeds are rich in brain-healthy fats that are directly used
by the brain to build and protect neurons and regulate the environment of the brain. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">To boost your brain to the max, have a tablespoon or two of flax seeds every day. Other brain-boosting seeds are hemp and chia.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Avocados</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Don’t let the avocado’s fat content fool you.
It’s a healthy fat that promotes blood flow, keeping your mind
functioning at its peak. Avocados are
rich in a fatty acid called oleic acid, which helps to build the
coating of insulation, known as myelin (found in white matter of the
brain.) Myelin helps information travel at speeds of up to 200 miles per
hour. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Neurons without myelin (gray matter) process information at slower speeds.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">We can make some oleic acid on our own if we have other good fats in
our diet, but avocados are a tasty way to include it in our diet.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oleic acid makes up over a third of the fat in myelin. Thus, avocados
(and other sources like olives, almonds and pecans) are helpful for
speedy messaging within your brain. </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Chocolate</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Chocolate is one of nature's most concentrated sources of theobromine, a
mild, natural stimulant and molecular "cousin" of caffeine. However,
unlike its cousin, theobromine does not strongly stimulate the central
nervous system, nor does it have the same "eye-opening" power. </span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Flavanols in chocolate have the ability to help maintain brain function may arise from their
ability to protect brain cells, improve brain metabolism and blood flow,
which helps preserve memory, the researchers said. </span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Broccoli</span></b></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Broccoli has been shown to improve memory
function as well as slow the aging process. This means a broccoli-rich
diet will keep you young and sharp.</span><span style="font-size: small;"> Furthermore, the antioxidants found in cruciferous veggies like cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and collard greens helped women in a 25-year study conducted at Harvard Medical School to retain memory function.</span></span> <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Beets </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Scientists at Wake Forest University determined that natural nitrates in
beets can increase blood flow to the brain, thereby improving mental
performance.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">High concentrations of nitrates are found in beets, as well as in
celery, cabbage and other leafy green vegetables like spinach and some
lettuce. When you eat high-nitrate foods, good bacteria in the mouth
turn nitrate into nitrite. Research has found that nitrites can help
open up the blood vessels in the body, increasing blood flow and oxygen
specifically to places that are lacking oxygen.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Diets containing two percent, six percent, or nine percent walnuts, when
given to old rats, were found to reverse several parameters of brain
aging, as well as age-related motor and cognitive deficits, says James
Joseph, PhD, of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition
Research Center at Tufts University in Boston.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Findings from the studies by Joseph and his colleague Barbara
Shukitt-Hale, PhD, show for the first time that shorter chain fatty
acids found in plants, such as walnuts, may have beneficial effects on
cognition similar to those from long chain fatty acids derived from
animal sources, which have been reported previously. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Walnuts are loaded with omega-3s, which make them the ultimate "brain food."<a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=7706955287166537672" name="continued"></a>Studies have linked low consumption of omega-3s to depression and decreased cognitive function. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Did you know that walnuts also seem to triple melatonin levels in the body?</span><span style="font-size: small;">
Melatonin is one of the body's sleep regulating hormones, so if you're
tired of counting sheep at night, maybe a pre-bedtime snack of walnuts
would help you get some shuteye.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Peppermint</span> </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Not only is peppermint calming for the stomach, but it also helps better
your brain. According to the history, people used peppermint to enhance memory and to treat other conditions even since 3000 years ago.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The main effect of peppermint (the fresh herb, oil or tea) is represented by a significant
improvement of the blood flow to the brain. In addition, peppermint is
believed to increase the concentration power. Peppermint contains
significant amounts of flavonoids. These are a type of antioxidants that
prevent aging of the brain, improve the immune system and neutralize or
diminish the action of the oxidative substances.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the 1990s, researchers at University of Cincinnati found that a
whiff of peppermint helped test subjects concentrate and do better on tasks that required
sustained concentration. Joel Warm, a professor of psychology who
conducted the research with his late colleague William Dember, said
there is more than a bit of truth in the peppermint theory.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">"Not only do you get an improvement [in focus] with peppermint, you get a
change in response that affects alertness in target detection," he
said.
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Bryan Raudenbush, an associate professor of psychology at Wheeling
Jesuit University in West Virginia, found that athletes who had a sniff
of peppermint performed better than those who didn't.
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Turmeric</span> </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I<span id="articleLbl">s it a coincidence that elderly residents of rural
India, who eat large amounts of curry, appear to </span><span id="articleLbl">have the lowest
incidence of Alzheimer’s in the world?</span> Researchers find that the widely used spice might contain compounds which can help prevent neurological diseases. Researchers believe that part of the reason for the low
level of brain injury in India is that, over a lifetime, consuming
turmeric may actually have a protective effect on the brain and nervous
system. It's not an easy hypothesis to prove, but Schubert began by
extracting several compounds from the spice. He found that at least one
compound, curcumin, has protective effects on brain cells of lab animals
with neurological injuries. Another study found that folks who reported consuming turmeric from occasionally to very often performed better on memory tests.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Apples</span> </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Here's a new reason to munch on an apple a day: Apples are a leading
source of quercetin, an antioxidant plant chemical that keeps your
mental juices flowing by protecting your brain cells. According
to researchers at Cornell University, quercetin defends your brain cells
from free radical attacks which can damage the outer lining of delicate
neurons and eventually lead to cognitive decline. To get the
most quercetin bang for your buck, be sure to eat your apples with their
skins on since that's where you'll find most of their quercetin.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Cinnamon</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Beta-amyloid plaques are one of the trademarks of Alzheimer's
disease. The other is tangles in the brain made of tau proteins that can
cause brain cells to die. Emerging research from the University
of California at Santa Barbara reveals that two compounds in cinnamon
-- proanthocyanidins and cinnamaldehyde -- may inactivate these tau
proteins. While this research is still in its infancy, a sprinkle of cinnamon on your oatmeal or yogurt certainly couldn't hurt.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Yerba Mate</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The herbal stimulant yerba mate gives your brain a boost
without making you nervous. You feel alert and sharp. Interestingly, it
actually works as a tonic for the central nervous system, calming the
body and mind. It has been shown to improve mood and concentration,
reduce anxiety, and prevent mental fatigue.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Chewing Gum</span></b></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">According to British research, the act of simply “chewing gum,” could make us smarter, enhance our memory,
and improve the functioning of our brains. A joint study done by the
University of Northumbria and the Cognitive Research Unit, Reading,
found that “chewing gum” has beneficial effects on our “thinking, memory
and other cognitive tasks.” The results of the study were extremely <i>clear</i> and showed that chewing-gum definitely helps to improve brain functioning!<span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD6"> Chewing gum</span> may rev up short and long-term memory by as much as 35 percent. To test the power of gum, 75 British volunteers chewed real gum,
pretended to chew, or sat quietly in a room as they were presented a
list of words on a <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD3">computer</span> screen. Gum chewers remembered the most words immediately after seeing the list and 25 minutes later.
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Rosemary</span></b></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Researchers have found that the carnosic acid in rosemary is
neuroprotective and may play a role in the prevention of Alzheimer's
disease and other neurodegenerative brain disorders. One study even
found that just the scent of rosemary improved the memories of office
workers.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Coconut Oil</span></b></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Coconut oil is considered one of the best fuels for healthy brain function. Outside of mother's milk, coconut
oil is nature's richest source of medium chain triglycerides (MCTs).
Medium chain triglycerides (MCT) are not processed by your body in the
same manner as long chain triglycerides. Normal fat metabolism depends
on bile salts that have been released from your gallbladder before it
can be broken down in your digestive system.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">MCTs bypass bile
metabolism and go directly to your liver where they are converted into
ketones. The liver then immediately releases the ketones into the
bloodstream where they are transported to the brain
to be used as fuel. Research has shown that the ketone bodies produced
by MCTs provide a stable source of energy for the brain during periods
of low blood sugar without the neurological risks associated with high
blood sugar.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This is why ketones appear to be the preferred
source of brain food in patients affected by diabetes or any
neurodegenerative condition such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS, &
Multiple Sclerosis, etc. One of the leading authorities on MCT research
is Dr. Mary Newport. She has shown that ketone bodies may help the brain
recover from lack of oxygen induced brain death in newborns through
adults. Additionally, ketones can help the heart patient recover from a
heart attack and they can effectively shrink cancerous tumors.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pomegranate Juice</span></b></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span id="intelliTxt" style="font-size: small;">Studies conducted in mice by the Loma Linda University team showed that the antioxidant
properties of polyphenols chemicals in pomegranates are very effective
in cleaning up the beta-amyloid deposits forming on neurons. The
building up of beta-amyloid plaque on neuronal cells is one of the main
symptoms of Alzheimer's disease which leads to the decline of cognitive
function in patients.<br /><br />Results of the study found that the group
of mice who received supplementation with pomegranate juice (PJ)
presented a 50% reduction in the beta-amyloid brain plaque at the end of
the trial. In conclusion, active antioxidant compounds in pomegranates
can 'ingest' the beta-amyloid deposits in the brain and prevent the
decline of cognitive function in people prone to developing Alzheimer's
disease.</span></span> <br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span id="intelliTxt" style="font-size: small;">The vast number of compounds in PJ, along with
the evidence that these compounds may act together in a synergistic
fashion, suggests that isolated components of pomegranate may not be as
effective as dietary supplementation with either the whole fruit or its juice. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span id="intelliTxt" style="font-size: small;">Thanks for reading! What do you think?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: black;">Did you know t</span>hat the liver affects nearly every physiological process of the body
and performs over 500 different chemical functions?<span style="color: black;"> And that the liver filters over a liter of blood each minute? </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The liver is amazing organ that we take for granted. I'm sharing a great piece called, "50 Ways to Love Your Liver," by raw foodist Shazzie. Her website is <a href="http://shazzie.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">here</span></a>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>1)</b> Never get jealous. If someone has something you want, then visualize you have either it or something better. You’ll very often get
it and then your liver will be happier. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>2)</b> Eat your food raw whenever possible, and at least 50% of the time.
Max Gerson claims all the C word diseases are a disease of the liver.
His answer? Massive raw food abundance, of course. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>3)</b> Do castor oil packs. It’s a simple and very effective way to give
love to your liver. All you need is castor oil, some old rags and a
hottie bottie. You can find detailed instructions on the web. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>4)</b> Laugh. It’s a high vibrational technique that changes you on a cellular level, for the better. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>5)</b> Juice cleavers (also known as goosegrass or sticky willy). It’s
great to resolve liver damage. It’s free in your hedgerows, and is
perfect for picking right now. You could even use it as a wild pesto
ingredient. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>6)</b> Do a gall bladder/liver cleanse. It takes a few days and isn’t
recommended by everyone. I’ve done them and benefited greatly, though. I
felt like a shiny new person afterwards. Find comprehensive directions
on the Internet. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>7)</b> Eat garlic and onions. Their sulphur helps detox the liver. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>8)</b> Make a weak lemon drink when you wake up. Squeeze one lemon into a
litre of warm water. Drink over fifteen minutes, then wait about thirty
minutes before eating. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>9)</b> Eat beetroot or drink its juice. It helps your liver purify itself
and makes your bile thinner. Just don’t freak out when you next go to
the toilet. You are not dying, it’s beetroot! </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>10)</b> Eat cruciferous veggies. They help your liver detox by stimulating enzyme production. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>11)</b> Cut down on cooked saturated fats. They don’t help your liver or
the rest of your body. 25-30% of westerners have a fatty liver. Yum. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>12)</b> Cut down alcohol consumption. Try to drink no more than two days a
week, and then be moderate. That means no binge drinking, but you
wouldn’t do that would you? </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>13)</b> Take milk thistle. It’s a great liver supplement, protecting it from damage as well as helping with detox. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>14)</b> Less caffeine, please. Check out the herbal coffees that are
around. My next door neighbour uses herbal coffee (barley), adds some
raw chocolate and a couple of fresh mint leaves from the garden, and
then brings me a cup of it, as I’ve got no kitchen at the moment. That’s
what friends are for. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>15)</b> Take zeolite. One of the most remarkable products ever. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>16) </b>Cut down on sugar consumption. If you want to eat something
sweet, make sure it’s bound up in a whole food form or have refined
sugar very very occasionally. Please don’t give your children sweets,
that really is spoiling them. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>17)</b> Eat artichokes. They can double your bile production which removes toxins. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>18)</b> Eat bitter leaves at or after every meal. They help stimulate bile flow. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>19)</b> Eat apples. Their pectin binds onto heavy metals and helps them be excreted. This puts less load on your liver. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>20)</b> Eat walnuts. They contain the amino acid arginine, which helps rid the liver of ammonia. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>21)</b> Juice the spring thistles that are around at the moment. They’ll do the same job as artichokes and milk thistle. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>22)</b> Drink green tea, if it doesn’t make your teeth feel like nails on
a blackboard. It contains antioxidants called catechins which prevent
build up of liver fat and do something interesting regarding the C word. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>23)</b> Stay away from fried foods. Seems obvious but I wanted to write it. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>24)</b> Season your food with lemon, apple cider vinegar, onion, garlic
etc. Never use table salt, especially if you’re a slug or snail. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>25)</b> Stay at a healthy weight. If you are overweight, your liver will be suffering. It can only do so much.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>26) </b>Eat more fresh ripe and raw wild or organic foods that haven’t
been processed in any way. A high fibre diet keeps the liver healthier. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>27)</b> Don’t take paracetamol. If you need a painkiller, there are safer
ones around than this liver destroyer. Never give it to a child,
either. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>28)</b> Take MSM. Half a teaspoon a day for a month, then double it for the rest of your life. It’s liver love at its best. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>29)</b> Take enzymes with every meal to help digest your food. Take a break every few weeks, though. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>30)</b> Make sure you get all your vitamins and minerals, as a deficiency
in some of them can inhibit your liver from detoxing. Take care with
your B vitamins, iron, magnesium and sulphate. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>31)</b> Stand in a forward bend for a while. It will massage your liver. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>32)</b> Dandelion root and leaves are great for the liver. Current spring ones are great in salads or juiced. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>33)</b> Try dandelion coffee. It’s good on your liver and tasty, too! </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>34)</b> Get on your trampoline or rebounder and move your body! Help that
liver squeeze toxins out. Play with a child on a trampoline, it makes
you laugh and get fit all at once. Now that’s health multi-tasking at
its best. Regular aerobic exercise reduces fatty liver of the
non-alcoholic variety. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>35)</b> If you have any type of hepatitis, look at vitamin C megadosing.
Reports state you can cure it before the week’s out. You can find the
protocols on the Internet. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>36)</b> If you don’t have hepatitis, you can still benefit from taking
lots of vitamin C. 5g (5000mg) a day can help flush fat from your liver. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>37)</b> Resolve all your emotional issues. If you don’t, your liver will
not be at peace. If you want to say something to someone, say it. Or
write a letter, read it out loud to yourself and then burn it. Anything
left unsaid, or unexpressed will eat you up. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>38)</b> Eat lecithin. I recommend about a dessertspoon a day, sprinkled
on food or in a smoothie for normal health. Times that by 3-5 if you are
using it to emulsify cholesterol (treat gallstones). </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>39) </b>Avoid all high GI and GL foods, they cause fatty liver and
insulin resistance, type two diabetes. No, that’s not what you want, is
it? Out with the white rice, potatoes, bread and pasta. In with
wholefoods. Well, I’ve only been saying that for 26 years… </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>40)</b> The liver is our second largest organ, next to the skin. If you
don’t keep it squeaky clean your skin will start to show symptoms. Clean
out your liver and get special glowy skin as a great side effect. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>41)</b> Poo properly so the liver doesn’t get poisoned by a colon that’s
not emptied out. Get your feet on a stool so you’re in a good squatting
position and stay there until you’ve done the best poo ever. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>42)</b> Drink about five litres of water a day, but never more than half a litre in one go. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">43) If you are angry, check out liver therapy. It could stop you exploding. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>44)</b> If you have arthritis, then your liver is too full. Alkalise
yourself, do enemas and forgive everyone. Let it go. Go on, Doxtor’s
orders. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>45)</b> Do a coffee enema. It smells great, you get a thrill and your bile gets dumped. What a clean out. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>46)</b> Love ayurveda. They say that the liver is the seat of the fire in
the body. It easily heats up and causes inflammation. Look for special
ayurvedic herbs to bring you back into balance. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>47)</b> If you eat meat, make it organic. You don’t want all those
non-organic toxins being stored and processed in your precious liver. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>48)</b> Massage your liver by touching your feet. With reflexology, you
have your whole body map at your fingertips. Find the liver reflex
points on the outer edge of the right sole. Give it a good old rub
whenever you have a minute. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>49)</b> Eat coconut oil instead of other fat, where possible. It doesn’t digest in the liver and reduces the strain on it. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>50) </b>Make love. If you have someone to make love with. Sometimes the
Universe doesn’t give you the partner you want to play with so you just
have to ask harder. It will listen and respond in the end. It always
does, especially when you really know what you want. Get a clear mind
and a clear liver will follow.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">At age 76, Jim Morris is a striking example of the power of a
vegan diet, exercise and a positive mental outlook. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A former Mr. America
and Mr. U.S.A, Jim has been bodybuilding and training people since
1954. He has been a vegetarian for 26 years, and a vegan for 11 years. In 1996 at the age of 61, Jim celebrated his 30th year of
competition by entering the Mr. Olympia Masters and winning the over 60
class.</span></span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b style="color: #660000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Jim's Life Timeline:</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jim has trained people for over 50 years and started
designing fitness programs in 1954 at the Central Queens YMCA in
New York. He had just gained 35 lbs of pure <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD10">muscle</span>
in 3 months and people wanted to know how he did it. He was very
successful and started an Olympic weightlifting team that won
state competitions.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jim joined the Air Force in 1961 where he ran the 5Bx fitness program and held workout classes for 4 years.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">He then joined the New York Fire Brigade as fireman, which allowed him to start training for <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD12">bodybuilding competition</span>. Jim won every major competition at the East Coast including Mr. Jr USA, his first national title.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 1969 he moved to LA to learn from Bill Pearl, the 4-time
Mr. Universe and bodybuilding legend who taught him the mechanism
of training himself and training others. </span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jim won Mr. California in 1970.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 1973 he won Mr. America at age 37.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Also in 1973 Jim met Elton John at a party in Hollywood, and
this encounter led Jim to become Elton John's personal bodyguard
for the next 15 years.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jim was inducted into the "Physical Fitness Hall of Fame" on
Sept 9, 1978 along with Bill Pearl, Sergio Oliva and Jack
LaLanne.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">From 1978 to 1985 Jim ran his own gym in West Hollywood
and attracted many competing bodybuilders including Larry Jackson,
James Joseph, and Bob Paris to train at his gym.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">He later sold the gym and resumed personal training, which he continues until today at Gold's Gym in Venice.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jim retired from competition after the Mr. Universe contest in 1977.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 1985 he decided to become vegetarian at age 50.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 1996 he came out of <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD1">retirement</span>
to compete in the Mr. Olympia Masters and won in the 60s age
group when he was 61. He was looking back on a 30 year competitive
career at that point.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 2000 at age 65 Jim Morris became vegan.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Today, at age 76 and as vegan bodybuilder, Jim still retains his amazing physique and trains regularly. </span></span></li>
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<b style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Interview with Jim</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jim you are now 76 years old and look amazing! I know that the
great photos of you are not retouched because I saw you with your
shirt off during our Vegans in Vegas
event! You gave an inspiring presentation and everyone was
awestruck by your accomplishments - as vegan bodybuilder and beyond.
Tell us about your daily fitness routine and how you keep in that
great shape.</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Jim</b>:</i> When I am "in Training" I rise at 3 am. I work-out from 4 - 5 am at Gold's Gym in Venice, CA. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">My workout consists of a <i>split</i> routine:</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sunday and Thursday I do legs - 5 or 6 sets of some sort of
squatting or leg press movement and 5 or 6 sets of thigh
extensions.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Monday and Friday - 5 sets of lat pulldowns, 5 sets of cable flyes, and 5 sets of dipping machine.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Tuesday and Saturday - 5 sets of dumbbell side laterals and 5
sets of forward laterals on low pulley; 5 sets triceps pushdown
on high pulley and 5 sets straight dumbbell curls.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Wednesday is off</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I live just 5 minutes from the gym and I train a maximum of three
clients a day at Gold's Gym between the hours of 7 am and 10 am. Some
days I have only or two clients.</span></span><br />
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Can you share your vegan nutrition plan that gives you the
energy and the nutrients that you need to keep in such great
physical shape as vegan bodybuilder? </span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Jim</b>:</i> Since I am a vegan bodybuilder I ALWAYS have either a large pot of bean soup or grains in the refrigerator.
I ALWAYS have a variety of <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD9">fruits</span> in the <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD4">house</span>. I ALWAYS have a variety of nuts in the house.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I ALWAYS have a <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD3">vegetable</span> drink in the house.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The drink contains watermelon, water, collard greens, broccoli, red,
yellow and green bell peppers, beets with the tops, carrots with the
tops, yams, radishes and parsley.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Please do not try to duplicate my drink. </i>It's better if you make up your own with the <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD2">vegetables</span> you like. Look-up the nutritional value of the vegetables and start with something you like; then add to those other vegetables with nutrients you want to include.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I don't follow any regular nutrition schedule as vegan bodybuilder: some
days I have a drink around 10 am and some days I do not have a drink
at all. There are days when I don't eat anything until 3-4 pm and then
it might be peanuts and grapes, or whatever nuts appeal to me and
whatever <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD6">fruit</span> might be in the house. Some days I might have some soup and some not.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I go to bed between 6 - 7pm.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">At Vegans in Vegas, you described your personal advice for
creating a firm abdominal musculature without constant crunches
and sit-ups. Can you elaborate on this again for Belsandia
readers?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>: </i>The abdominal <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD11">muscles</span>
are voluntary, in that they will only flex when you flex them
deliberately. In other words, they will not tighten or contract on
their own - which makes it so hard for most people to obtain strong and
firm abdominal muscles.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Begin by emptying your stomach and intestines, because the
abdominals cannot fully contract against the pressure of a full
stomach. Then get in front of a mirror and learn to flex the muscles of the torso. Once you can flex all the muscles
of the torso, increase your ability to flex them until you can make
them cramp. At that point, flex them regularly during the day for as
long as you can. Then train them to stay flexed by holding them in all
the time. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Eventually, your abdominal muscles will stay contracted without any more effort on your part.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
You have a long and storied career in successful bodybuilding
competition. Did you eat a traditional meat-based diet at first, and
what prompted you to change that and turn vegetarian in 1985, at age 50?
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>:</i> I ate a meat-based diet during the entirety of my
competitive career with the exception of the Masters Mr. Olympia in
1996. I was a vegetarian for 10 years at that time.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I became vegetarian because my mentor and coach was vegetarian. Bill
Pearl, a 4-time Mr Universe and 1953 Mr America was a vegetarian in
1969 when I met him, and seeing how muscular and healthy he was caused
me to become interested in learning more about vegetarianism.</span></span><br />
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Did you ever consider becoming vegetarian before that time?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>: </i>Yes, but I was afraid to change what had been a winning formula for contests.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
Similarly, what sparked your move to become a vegan bodybuilder in 2000 at age 65?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><i>Jim: </i></b>Curiosity. I wondered what would happen if I did
all of the things I knew were right and stopped doing all of the things
I knew were wrong.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We have all heard them, and even said them, "Yeah I know I
should..., but, or "Yes, I know I shouldn't..., but." I decided to
eliminate "the buts" and live as I knew I should.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
Obviously embracing a pure plant-based diet has not adversely
affected your strength and great physique. Did you feel a difference in
your performance when you became a vegan bodybuilder and athlete?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>: </i>The change was part of a complete philosophical change
and a complete change in my lifestyle and goals, so I cannot say for
sure what part the diet played.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
What three main myths would you like to bust for bodybuilders who
still believe they need to get protein from meat, eggs, and dairy
products?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>:</i> I would like to bust the following myths about vegan bodybuilding, as they are total nonsense:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">1. "It is impossible to be muscular and grow with vegetable <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD8">proteins</span>"</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">2. "Vegetable proteins are incomplete"</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">3. "You have to eat enormous amount of vegetables in order to get enough <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD7">protein</span>"</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>What is your recommendation for health-conscious people who want to
become a vegan bodybuilder for a more compassionate lifestyle, but are
afraid of losing muscle mass or stamina? </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>: </i>The only way to know for yourself is to try being a
vegan bodybuilder for 6 months - that is a timeframe when you have fully
adjusted to your new lifestyle and can tell the difference.</span></span></div>
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Do you use or recommend any supplements for vegan athletes?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><i>Jim</i></b>: I only use a vitamin B12 supplement - nothing else.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
You mention that your vegan diet is very simple, consisting of
fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, and nuts. You eat most of them raw
and cook the beans and grains. You also mention that you don’t consume
anything that is processed. What is the most common mistake people make,
in your opinion, when they try to shape up on a vegan diet?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>:</i> They try to combine foods so as to create complete proteins. The body will do that on its own and it is not necessary to analyze and manipulate the foods to get the best protein intake from your vegan diet.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
Another thing that sparked my interest was the article you wrote
about hypnotherapy on your website. Can you explain what you did, how it
helped you, and if you would recommend it to others?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>:</i> By sheer coincidence I happened to be working at the
main branch of the New York Public Library at 5th Ave and 42nd St when I
was introduced to what was called "lifting weights" in 1954 by a
coworker. The library had and still has every magazine on the subject.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Obsessed, I read every magazine. Without realizing it I was hypnotizing myself.
I would go from the magazines to other books in the library on any
subject mentioned in the magazines I was not familiar with and study:
kinesiology, skeletal structure, etc. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In one of the “Iron Man” issues they spoke about how to set goals,
short term and long term. I set a goal of gaining 30 lbs between Labor
Day and Thanksgiving Day (about 80 days). Only in retrospect did I
realize and remember that on Labor Day, I went into a trance-like state
which lasted until Thanksgiving Day. I had gained 35 lbs. I have used this in my training many times since.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I definitely would recommend that you try to get a professional to teach you to self hypnotize - it can do wonders for you.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
Have you thought about a book or speaking tour to spread your wisdom
about health and fitness as a vegan bodybuilder and an older athlete
any further?</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>: </i>I'm thinking about it is as far as I have gotten as
vegan bodybuilder. What I have to offer is better to show visually than
in writing. I think it will be better suited for an eBook or something
which can be downloaded.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
I have read the quote that describes your philosophy: "The adventure
you get is the one you are ready for". Please tell us more about what
drives you and what advice you would like to give our readers on the
way.</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Jim</b>: </i>My motivation constantly changes as my body and
circumstances change. Motivation comes from within. At the moment it is
a matter of health for me. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Visit Jim’s
website at <a href="http://www.gymmorris.com/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">www.gymmorris.com</a>.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks for reading! What do you think? </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD7">Chemotherapy</span> has long been looked at as an aggressive and painful form of <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD9">cancer</span> therapy, but was also considered necessary, and the most effective <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD12">treatment</span>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now a recent study has shown that chemotherapy actually heavily damages healthy
cells and subsequently triggers them to release a protein that sustains
and fuels tumor growth. Beyond that, it even makes the tumor highly resistant to future treatment. Researchers were initially attempting to determine why cancer <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD10">cells</span> are easy to kill in a laboratory, but so hard to stop in a <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD4">human body</span>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Reporting their findings in the journal <i>Nature Medicine</i>, the scientists report that the findings were ‘completely unexpected’. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">They tested tissue collected from men with <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD2">prostate cancer</span>, and found "evidence of DNA damage" in healthy cells after they received chemotherapy. Chemotherapy inhibiting reproduction of cells that divide quickly like those found in tumors.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Researchers focused on a <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD11">cell</span> known as the fibroblast in the neighborhood of the cancerous tumor. When the fibroblast was given chemotherapy, the researchers found that it produced a high level of a molecule called WNT16B, that enable the growth of cancerous cells.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">"The increase in WNT16B was completely unexpected, according to study researcher Peter Nelson of Seattle. WNT16B, when secreted, would interact with nearby tumor cells and cause them to grow, invade, and resist subsequent therapy." </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tumors often respond well to chemotherapy <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD1">treatments</span> at first, then experience rapid regrowth and resistance later.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The news comes after it was previously revealed by <a href="http://naturalsociety.com/deadly-cancer-drugs-make-cancer-worse-and-kill-patients-more-quickly/" target="_blank">similarly breaking research</a>
that expensive cancer drugs not only fail to treat tumors, but actually
make them far worse. The cancer drugs were found to make tumors
‘metasize’ and grow massively in size after consumption. As a result,
the drugs killed the patients more quickly. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Study researcher, Peter Nelson, said it might be possible to use smaller and less toxic doses of chemotherapy during treatments. The scientists already expect to study the effects of WNT16B suppressants being given along with chemotherapy drugs in preventing the cell growth.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks for reading! What do you think?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> https://www.nature.com/articles/nm.4053</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> https://www.nature.com/articles/nm.2890</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Our companion animals deserve real food too! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Many people can't imagine another way of feeding their dog besides dried
kibble or canned "meat" produced by pet food companies. Since the
popularity of pet food exploded after World War II, commercial <span class="itxtrst itxtrstspan itxthookspan" id="itxthook0w0" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; color: black; font-weight: inherit;">dog</span><span class="itxtrst itxtrstspan itxthookspan" id="itxthook0w1" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; color: black; font-weight: inherit;"> </span><span class="itxtrst itxtrstspan itxthookspan" id="itxthook0w2" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; color: black; font-weight: inherit;">food</span>
has become the norm. Today, even the best intentioned of pet owners can unknowingly find
themselves feeding their dogs and cats the toxic residues of
factory-farmed, antibiotic-fed, hormone-laced cows and chickens and
sheep, mixed with spoiled grains and some rancid oil. Many are also
feeding their pets preservatives and sweeteners. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Fortunately though, many
people are educating themselves and changing the way they feed their dogs and switching to a
healthy whole foods diet, and it has become easier than ever now with companies coming out with raw, whole foods in a bag. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are a few vegetarian options available in this list, and be sure to read the section, "Can My Dog Be A Vegetarian?"</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">HONEST KITCHEN</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Created in 2002, Honest Kitchen is a line of natural, dehydrated human-grade foods for
dogs. The Honest Kitchen has taken the rather unusual step of applying for
(and actually receiving) FDA approval to label its pet foods “human grade“. This means the meat in the food is not raw, but the vegetables are.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The company only uses human-edible components and produces all its products in a human food manufacturing facility.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">From the president, "Our dehydrated pet foods are made from the most
pristine, whole-food ingredients available. We put our heart and soul
into building a strong brand, based on the foundations of product
integrity, transparency and honesty."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Available Dehydrated Options:</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Love (grain-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Zeal (grain-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Force (grain-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thrive</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Verve</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Prefrence (meat-free) </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Example of the Ingredients</b> (Force):</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Dehydrated free-range chicken, organic flaxseed, potatoes, celery, sweet
potatoes, apples, alfalfa, organic kelp, honey, pumpkin, green beans,
cabbage, bananas, papayas, basil, garlic, rosemary, tricalcium
phosphate, choline chloride, zinc amino acid chelate, vitamin D3
supplement, vitamin E supplement, potassium iodide, potassium chloride,
iron amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate.</i></span></span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.thehonestkitchen.com/products/dog-food/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">More information</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 1985 two forward-thinking women from Michigan mixed up the first
batch of Sojos in their own kitchen. The first product, Sojos Original,
was based on the teachings of Juliette de Bairacli Levy, considered the
grandmother of herbal medicine. This first-of-its-kind pre-mix was soon
followed by tasty gourmet treats.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">SOJOS raw dog food mixes are made from scratch with whole food. It's homemade
dog food, made easy. They offer a variety of grain-free options in their
full line of all-natural pet food. Unlike kibble, Sojos has no fillers,
no preservatives, and no artificial colors or flavors. Just simple, real
ingredients like you’d find in your own kitchen. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Turkey Complete (grain-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Beef Complete (grain-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Original (meat-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>sweet potato, USDA turkey, whole egg, broccoli, celery, apples, flax
meal, pecans, tricalcium phosphate, pumpkin, cranberries, basil, dried
alfalfa, ginger root, dried kelp, zinc sulfate, vitamin E acetate,
vitamin D3
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.sojos.com/products/dog-food" target="_blank">Click for more information</a></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">ADDICTION</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Addiction
started in 2002 when the founder – a leading holistic veterinary
surgeon and clinical nutritionist with over 20 years’ experience– began
to notice that everyday pet foods were under nourishing our pets and, in
fact, causing them harm.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Identifying
a pattern between the painful skin and gastrointestinal problems in the
pets he was treating and a lack of nutrition in their diets, he set out
to research what pet foods were available. He found that most foods
were not providing our pets with the nutrients they need to stay fit,
healthy and active. The unhealthy combinations of fats, grains,
by-products and additives in these foods were creating harmful food
allergies and serious health problems.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Available Raw, Dehydrated Options:</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Perfect Summer Brushtail (grain-free)</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Outback Kangaroo Feast (grain-free)</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fig'licious Venison Feast (grain-free)</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Homestyle Venison & Cranberry Dinner</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">New Zealand Forest Delicacies</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Herbed Lamb and Potatoes (grain-free)</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Steakhouse Beef & Zucchini Entree (grain-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Country Chicken & Apricot Dinner (grain-free)</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Nutri-RX Allergy HS (meat-free, grain-free)</span><span style="font-size: small;"><b> </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Example of the ingredients</b> (from Fig'licious Venison Feast):</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><span style="color: black;">Venison, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola
Oil, Figs, Carrots, Spinach, Tapioca, Choline Chloride, Taurine,
Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate,
Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate,
Vitamins E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A
Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine
Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic
Acid, L-Tryptophan, L-Threonine, DL-Methionine, Tocopherols
(preservatives), Lecithin, Rosemary Extract</span></i> </span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;">GRANDMA LUCY'S</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The ingredients and philosophy of Grandma Lucy's have not changed since they began in 1999. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Grandma Lucy's has taken great pride in making healthy, natural
and delicious pet food and treats. Grandma Lucy’s Artisan
Freeze-Dried, Grain Free Pet Food offers all natural, high quality meals
for cats and dogs. Freeze-Dried, Grain Free Pet Food is formulated to
meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat/Dog Food
Nutrient Profiles for all life stages. It’s every pet owners dream to
serve the ultimate high quality pet food that has no preservatives, no
by-products, and hormone and antibiotic free.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Available Freeze-dried Options (all are grain-free):</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Artisan Chicken </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Artisan Lamb</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Artisan Venison</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Artisan Pork</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Artisan Bison</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Artisan Pre-mix (meat-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pureformance Chicken</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pureformance Lamb</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pureformance Rabbit</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Example of the ingredients</b> (Artisan Chicken):</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>USDA Chicken, Potatoes, Flax, Carrots, Celery, Apples, Blueberry,
Cranberries, Garlic, Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Niacin, Iron,
Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Riboflavin, Thiamin, Potassium, Manganese,
Chloride, Copper, Magnesium, Pyridoxine, Cyanocobalamin</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.grandmalucys.com/dog.html" target="_blank">Click for more information</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/mn/search/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=Grandma%20Lucy%27s%20Dog%20Food&linkCode=ur2&tag=forehealandyo-20&url=search-alias%3Daps%22%3EName%20Your%20Link%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=ur2&o=1%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Grandma Lucy's is on Amazon!</span></a></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">DR. HARVEY'S</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As a pioneer and the very first companion animal food
producer in the “ultra-natural” category, the team at Dr. Harvey’s has
dedicated itself over the past three decades to a powerful vision:
helping guardians give their companion animals a better, healthier,
happier, longer and more fulfilling life.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dr. Harvey’s Canine Products are the finest all-natural products in the world.
After years of teaching people about the benefits of natural healing
for dogs, Dr. Harvey created a line of products that helps guardians to
keep their beloved companions healthy.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dr. Harvey has been teaching guardians for almost 30 years about the
dangers of putting chemicals, preservatives, artificial coloring and
dyes and salt and sugar into a dog’s diet. He has longed believed that
dogs need fresh foods daily and that avoiding chemicals will increase good health and is the best preventative against degenerative diseases. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Available Dehydrated Foods:</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Veg-to-Bowl (grain-free, meat-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Veg-to-Bowl, Fine Ground (grain-free, meat-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Miracle Dog Food (meat-free)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Example of the ingredients</b> (The Miracle Dog Food):</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Organic Rolled Oats, Organic Barley, Organic Triticale, Organic Spelt,
Organic Brown Rice, Organic Kamut, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Potatoes,
Zucchini, Peas, Green Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Parsley, Dried Yeast,
Lecithin, Alfalfa, Dried Kelp, Ground Flaxseed, Calcium Citrate, Dried
Ground Fenugreek, Dried Ground Fennel, Dried Ground Ginger, Dried Ground
Peppermint, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement,
Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin A Acetate, d-Calcium Pantothenate,
Thiamine Mononitrate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride,
Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3
Supplement, Folic Acid</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.drharveys.com/products/line/17-dogs#type-3" target="_blank">Click for more Information</a></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">STEVE'S REAL FOOD </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Steve’s Real Food for pets is a pioneer in the raw dog food industry,
being one of the first companies to distribute a raw meat dog food
nationwide. Their products contain the perfect balance of meat and
vegetables to make giving your pet a raw food diet easy and affordable.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">To provide natural proteins, antioxidants, enzymes, vitamins and
minerals, Steve’s Real Food is made with best quality 100% hormone-free,
antibiotic-free, human-edible raw chicken, duck, turkey, or beef. All
varieties are mixed with fresh pesticide-free raw produce. We then blend
in natural “functional foods” like vitamin E & sardine oil, anchovy
oil and flaxseed oil for the important Omega-3, 6 & 9 fatty acids
and add kelp and sea salts for trace minerals. These delicious morsels
are then Instant Quick Frozen (IQF) to seal in all the freshness and
nutrition.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Available Raw, Frozen Options (all are grain-free):</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Beef Diet</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Turkey</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Turducken</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Chicken</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Example of Ingredients </b>(Turkey):</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Ground Turkey, Turkey Necks, Celery, Turkey Liver, Romaine, Watermelon, Turkey Hearts, Bell Peppers, Flaxseed, Extract of Chicory<br />(FOS), Dried Kelp, Potassium Chloride, Sea Salt, Sardine/Anchovy Oil, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamine E, Copper Proteinate, Maganese<br />Proteinate, Oxy-Gon Powder (Natural Antioxidant), Vitamin D, Garlic, Eggshell Powder, Sodium Bisulphate</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://stevesrealfood.com/raw-meat-dog-food/frozen-raw-dog-food/" target="_blank">Click for more Information</a></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">NATURE'S VARIETY INSTINCT</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="messaging-2">Instinct fulfills your pets’ instinctive
nutritional needs with 100% grain-free and gluten-free nutrition,
resulting in vibrant health you can see. </span><span class="messaging-2"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="messaging-2">Instinct foods provide natural and healthy
nutrition for your dog or cat – as evidenced by the astounding results their customers experience every day. Freedom from allergies, help with
weight loss, and improved skin and coat are some of the amazing
testimonials they receive. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Available Raw, Freeze-Dried Options (they also have raw frozen options) (all are grain-free):</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Chicken</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Beef</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lamb</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Example of Ingredients</b> (Chicken):</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span class="messaging-2">Chicken, Turkey, Turkey Liver, Turkey Heart,
Pumpkinseeds, Apples, Carrots, Ground Chicken Bone, Butternut Squash,
Ground Flaxseeds, Montmorillonite Clay, Broccoli, Lettuce, Spinach,
Dried Kelp, Apple Cider Vinegar, Parsley, Honey, Salmon Oil, Olive Oil,
Mixed Tocopherols with Citric Acid (a natural preservative), Rosemary
Extract, Blueberries, Alfalfa Sprouts, Persimmons, Inulin, Rosemary,
Sage, Clove.</span></i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.naturesvariety.com/Instinct/dog" target="_blank">Click for more Information</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/mn/search/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=Nature%27s%20Variety%20Instinct%20Raw&linkCode=ur2&tag=forehealandyo-20&url=search-alias%3Daps%22%3EName%20Your%20Link%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=ur2&o=1%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank">Nature's Variety Raw is on Amazon!</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TAOYK6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002TAOYK6&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EMissing%20Link%20Ultimate%20Skin%20and%20Coat%20for%20Canines,%201-Pound%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002TAOYK6%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank">BARF diet</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TAOYK6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002TAOYK6&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EMissing%20Link%20Ultimate%20Skin%20and%20Coat%20for%20Canines,%201-Pound%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002TAOYK6%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank">The Missing Link</a><a href="http://www.primalpetfoods.com/" target="_blank"><br />Primal </a></span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Feel free to experiment
in your kitchen with your own dog food recipes, but be sure that they
are nutritionally balanced if they are going to be a long-term diet. Dogs are omnivores, so if
you are like me and cringe at the idea of handling meat, remember that
dogs eat both plants and animals therefore it's enjoyable to make
healthy vegetarian dishes for your dog. Most dogs love lentil soup.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There is so much controversy on this subject, but the fact is that dogs are omnivores, like humans, and they can and do thrive on a vegetarian/vegan diet (when done right, just as ANY diet should be done right), just like humans. In fact, the longest lived dog was a vegetarian who ate organic lentils, rice and vegetables every day [<a href="http://voices.yahoo.com/will-dog-live-longer-vegetarian-diet-549792.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">see here</span></a>]. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Opponents claim that a vegetarian diet is unnatural for dogs, but as they declare this they serve their dog human prepared kibble, that doesn't resemble food, in a pretty dish; have the dog's vital sexual organs removed; insist their dog lives in their house and sleeps in their bed, among other unnatural behavior. Most dog species are even unnatural, simply the result of human manipulation. A dog's world (and diet) is far from natural already, yet somehow many remain healthy and robust. Furthermore, one can not deny that many pet owners find their dog's health improves dramatically on a meat-free diet. The simple fact is that a dog can thrive on both a meat diet and meat-free diet. The ultimate goal is to provide a diet that is fresh and resembles food, whether it contains meat or not.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you do want to try a vegetarian diet for your dog, remember that dogs prefer thoroughly ground up plants opposed to whole chunks of food. They might sometimes gnaw on chunks, but a majority of the time they prefer plants that are ground up. A few of the prepared dog foods above have meat-free options. This means convenience for you: you can add your own protein source such as sprouted tofu, lentils, hemp, legumes, eggs and others, and then serve. The amount of protein required ranges between 12% - 40%. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you're looking for a vegetarian kibble, Natural Balance makes <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000634HCI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000634HCI&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ENatural%20Balance%20Vegetarian%20Formula%20Dog%20Food,%205-Pound%20Bag%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000634HCI%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">one</span></a> without corn, soy, wheat, dairy or sunflower oil. There are some great reviews for it. Even my dog (dachshund) liked it, when he used to eat it, which was shocking because he is extremely picky. He preferred it over the "healthy" meat kibble I was feeding him at the time. The downfall is that the grain content is a bit high. And also do remember, fresh whole food is always better than kibble.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you're not ready to feed your dog vegetarian yet, or ever, then the options listed in this article are a tremendous step up from traditional kibble diets and that's what inspired me to do this article. The farm animals are treated much more humanely and the meat is generally antibiotic and hormone-free. A step up for all animals involved. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks for reading! What do you think?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">These are my favorite remedies — the ones I consider indispensable
for a natural first-aid kit. All of the remedies are available at any
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">These are important items to have in any first-aid kit:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Sterile, nonstick bandages, assorted sizes</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Adhesive bandages, such as Band-Aids, assorted sizes</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Scissors</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Thermometer</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Tweezers</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Magnifying glass</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Needles/safety pins, assorted sizes</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Matches and candles</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Latex gloves</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Hot water bottle</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Ice pack</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Alcohol swabs</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">• Toothpicks or natural floss</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>• <span style="font-size: large;">Aloe vera gel:</span></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Cooling and healing, aloe vera soothes the inflammation of sunburn and common kitchen scalds and burns. A good gel is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00117FSJ4/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00117FSJ4&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ELily%20of%20the%20Desert%20Aloe%20Vera%20Gel,%20Whole%20Leaf,%2032%20Ounce%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00117FSJ4%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Lily of the Desert</span></a>, but the purest formula of aloe vera I've ever come across is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Aubrey-Organics-100%25-Pure-Aloe/dp/B00013YZ0C/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1343564201&sr=1-1&keywords=aloe+vera+aubrey" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Pure Aloe Vera</span></a> by Aubrey Organics. It comes in a small bottle perfect for a first aid kit. The only minor downfall is that the formula is more liquidy than gel-like.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>• Arnica gel or cream:</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Arnica flowers have anti-inflammatory and circulation-stimulating properties;
the gel or cream is excellent for sore muscles, sprains, strains and
bruises. Do not apply arnica to broken skin. If you search, there are many formulas of arnica gel to choose from.</span><b> </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">• <b>Activated charcoal</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">or powdered <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>bentonite clay</b></span> for diarrhea or food poisoning. If using on children or pets, be
sure to check dosing directions. Make a paste of the clay and apply externally to
wasp or bee stings to draw out poison. I use bentonite clay quite a bit. It can be purchased inexpensively on Ebay.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Calendula-comfrey salve</span>:</b> </span>The bright yellow-orange blossoms of calendula (<i>Calendula officinalis</i>) have astringent, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. Comfrey (<i>Symphytum officinale</i>) contains allantoin, a compound that stimulates the growth of new tissue and helps heal wounds. Look for a healing salve that contains both. I highly recommend <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006ZE6BJY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B006ZE6BJY&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EKuumba%20Made%20Herbal%20Healing%20Salve%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B006ZE6BJY%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Kuumba Healing salve</span></a><b> </b>which has both calendula and comfrey in it. I have some impressive healing stories with this salve and recommend it highly.<b><br /></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>•<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Chamomile tea bags:</span></b></span> With its delicious distinctive flavor, chamomile (<i>Matricaria recutita</i>)
makes a tasty tea. Gentle enough for children, chamomile has mild
sedative, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
It promotes relaxation, relieves indigestion and, when applied
topically, soothes skin irritation. I recommend <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00028OYA2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00028OYA2&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ECelestial%20Seasonings%20Chamomile%20Tea%20Bags,%2040%20ct%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00028OYA2%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Celestial Seasoning Chamomile tea bags</span></a>, they are simple and inexpensive. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>• Olive Leaf Extract or Echinacea liquid extract:</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"> Olive leaf extract is a versatile cure all, and an essential part to a first aid kit. It is a natural antibiotic, protects the body from viruses, colds, flu, parasites; great for energy, well-being, digestive problems and many other health complaints. If you are not keen on olive leaf, echinacea is a good alternative. Rich in immune-stimulating chemicals, echinacea can be used for any type of infection. Liquid extracts are the
most versatile because they can be used both internally and externally. I prefer olive leaf and buy <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0019LWTWQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0019LWTWQ&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ENOW%20Foods%20Olive%20Leaf%20Glycerite%20%2018%%20Oleuropein%20,%202%20ounce%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0019LWTWQ%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">this</span></a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Elderberry capsules or liquid extract:</b></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span>Elderberry (<i>Sambucus nigra</i>)
is essential for stopping a cold or flu. The
berries contain compounds that prevent cold and flu viruses from
invading and infecting cells. Taking elderberry is a good preventive. If you do
come down with a cold or flu, taking elderberry can hasten your recovery
time. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E8GO6G/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001E8GO6G&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ENature%27s%20Way%20Sambucus%20Black%20Elderberry%20Original%20%20Syrup,%208%20Ounce%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001E8GO6G%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Sambucol</span></a> is a recommended product made from the elderberry. It has great reviews.<b> </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Eleuthero standardized extract:</b></span> An excellent adaptogen, eleuthero (<i>Eleutherococcus senticosus</i>)
can help prevent jet lag, de-stress the body and help fatigue; it was even used by Soviet cosmonauts to help
them adjust to space travel. Standardized extracts guarantee that
you’re getting sufficient amounts of eleutherosides, which herbalists
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Eucalyptus essential oil:</b></span> A potent antibiotic and antiviral, eucalyptus (<i>Eucalyptus globulus</i>)
is excellent for treating colds, flus and sinus infections when used as
a steam inhalation. Dilute with oil or witch hazel extract before
applying to the skin, and do not take internally.<b> </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>• <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ginger capsules, tea bags and crystallized ginger:</span></b></span> The antispasmodic and gas-relieving properties of ginger (<i>Zingiber officinale</i>)
soothe digestive upsets. Ginger also has been proven to relieve motion
sickness better than Dramamine, the conventional drug treatment. Ginger seems to work as a natural pain reliever as well. When I used to get painful menstruation cramps when I was younger, ginger worked just as well as any pain-reliever to get rid of the pain. There are all types of ginger on the market such as capsules, tea, gum, lozenges, candy etc., but I recommend a simple liquid <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GMU30I/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001GMU30I&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ENew%20Chapter%20Daily%20Ginger%20Extract,%201-Ounce%20Bottle%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001GMU30I%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">ginger extract</span></a> to keep in your first aid box.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Goldenseal capsules or powder:</b></span> A powerful antimicrobial, goldenseal (<i>Hydrastis canadensis</i>)
is effective against a variety of microorganisms that cause diarrhea. The powder has antiseptic properties and can be sprinkled onto
cuts or wounds to stop bleeding and to kill infection. Do not take goldenseal internally
during pregnancy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Poison ivy cream:</b></span> An absolute essential in a first aid kit. There are many natural ones on the market, but I like <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016BLQE6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0016BLQE6&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EAll%20Terrain%20Natural%20Poison%20Ivy%20Poison%20Oak%20Cream%20%282%20oz.%29%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0016BLQE6%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">this</span></a> one.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>• <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lavender essential oil:</span></b></span> Virtually an all-purpose remedy, lavender (<i>Lavandula angustifolia</i>)
has sedative, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It’s
helpful for anxiety, insomnia, headaches, wounds and burns. For most
people, lavender essential oil can be applied directly to the skin. Do
not take more than 1 to 2 drops internally.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>• Laxative herbal tea bags:</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span>Constipation is a common complaint. Most herbal laxative teas rely on senna (<i>Cassia senna</i>),
which contains compounds called anthraquinones that stimulate
intestinal activity. Because senna has a bitter, unpleasant flavor, it’s
often combined with tasty herbs such as cinnamon, fennel, licorice and
ginger. Traditional Medicinals makes a tea called Smooth Move that is perfect.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>• Peppermint essential oil and tea bags:</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"> With its high concentration of menthol, peppermint (<i>Mentha</i> x<i>piperita</i>)
soothes an upset stomach, clears sinuses and curbs itching from insect
bites. If you have sensitive skin, dilute peppermint oil before
applying.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Valerian tincture:</b></span> The sedative properties of valerian (<i>Valeriana officinalis</i>) make it useful for relieving anxiety, insomnia and tension; it’s also a mild pain reliever.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">• </span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Cough Drops</span></b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">:</span></span> natural cough drops are helpful when a cough or sore throat sets in. The menthol ones are especially helpful. Be sure to get one that is made of natural ingredients and isn't loaded with sugar.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>• UMF Manuka honey:</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"> UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) Manuka has both the natural hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property and its own natural UMF
antibacterial property, giving it increased antibacterial potency. <b style="font-weight: normal;">Studies on the Manuka Honey benefits have shown that Manuka
Honey contains an ingredient with
powerful antibacterial, anti microbial, antiviral, antioxidant,
antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti fungal properties.</b> Effective on wounds, and for all types of external and internal ailments. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ED91KQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002ED91KQ&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EUMF%2015+%20%20Manuka%20Honey%20Wound%20and%20Burn%20Dressing,%202-Ounce%20Tubes%20%28Pack%20of%202%29%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002ED91KQ%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">This</span></a> is an excellent UMF manuka honey. Be sure the honey says UMF on it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• Witch hazel extract:</b></span> Distilled witch hazel (<i>Hamamelis virginiana</i>)
has mild astringent, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties,
making it useful for insect bites and skin irritations. It’s also an
excellent base for diluting essential oils for a variety of simple,
topical herbal first-aid remedies. Do not take it internally. This is a good <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00016WW8Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00016WW8Q&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ET.N.%20Dickinson%27s%20Astringent,%20100%%20Natural,%20Witch%20Hazel%2016%20fl%20oz%20%28473%20ml%29%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00016WW8Q%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">witch hazel</span></a>. There are alcohol-free versions if that's what you need.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">• </span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Lavender essential oil</b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">:</span></span> an all-purpose remedy; use to help with insomnia, anxiety, headaches,
wounds and burns. For most people, it can be applied directly to the
skin. One drop takes the swelling and itch out of mosquito bites. It is
an anti-inflammatory and has antiseptic properties. <b> </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Tea tree oil</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span>is an antiseptic like lavender oil. Use to prevent a wound from getting infected. I like this <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000C0XL9/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0000C0XL9&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EDesert%20Essence%20Organic%20Lavender%20&%20Tea%20Tree%20Oil%20-%20.6%20Fluid%20Ounces%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0000C0XL9%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">blend</span></a> of lavender and tea tree oil, but you can always buy them separately. This blend can be diluted in witch hazel to be used on all types of skin problems.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Epsom salt</b>-</span>Good as a bath soak for sore muscles. Dissolved in water, it can also be a good soak to help remove splinters. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ichthammol or pine drawing salve:</span></b> </span>used to remove splinters. An absolute essential part of a first aid kit especially with children in the house. These can also be used for other skin problems.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Coconut oil</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;">: </span>From skin salve, to diaper creme, to makeup
remover, to antifungal treatment, coconut oil is amazingly versatile. Keep some in the first aid kit to add remedies to, to take internally, to
use to apply tinctures and help absorption externally and for dry skin
and chapped lips. There is also growing evidence that daily consumption
of 1/4 cup or more of coconut oil can help protect
against Alzheimer’s and nourish the thyroid. </span></div>
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<span class="style5" style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Tiger Balm</b></span>.</span><span style="font-size: small;"> To treat muscle cramps and headaches, rub this salve on the affected muscle or temples, avoiding the eyes. I used this often when I was younger. It is extremely effective.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>• Electrolyte replacement:</b> Powdered drink packets such as Emergen-C.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>• Bee sting kit:</b> An absolute necessity if you or anyone in your household are allergic to beestings. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>• Waterless hand sanitizer:</b> Travel-size bottle.(<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KHKH92/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000KHKH92&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EEO%20Hand%20Sanitizer%20Gel%20Lavender,%202-Ounce%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000KHKH92%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">I get this</span></a>) </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Anxiety:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Drink chamomile tea, 3 cups a day.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take valerian tincture, 1⁄2 to 1 teaspoon up to 3 times daily.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take a bath with 10 drops of lavender essential oil or place a drop of lavender oil on a tissue and inhale as desired.<b> </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Blisters:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• To dry a blister, soak a gauze pad in witch hazel, lay it over the
blister and cover with an adhesive bandage. After blister has broken,
wash with a mixture of echinacea/olive leaf extract diluted with an equal part of
water. Finally, apply calendula-comfrey healing salve and cover with an adhesive
bandage.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Bruises:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Immediately apply ice to relieve pain and swelling.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Apply arnica cream or gel twice daily.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Burns:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Immediately immerse the affected area in cold water until the burning
sensation subsides. Then apply aloe vera gel mixed with lavender
essential oil (5 drops of lavender oil mixed with 1 tablespoon of aloe
vera gel).</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• For sunburn, soak in a cool bath with 10 drops of lavender essential oil.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Colds and Flus:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take 1 dropperful of olive leaf extract extract four times a day until symptoms subside.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take 1 dropperful of elderberry extract four times a day until symptoms subside.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• To relieve congestion and soothe a sore throat, drink hot ginger tea with honey.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• To ease congestion, add 2 drops each of eucalyptus and peppermint essential oils to hot water; inhale the steam vapors.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Wounds: </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Add 1 dropperful of echinacea/olive leaf extract to 1⁄2 cup of water as an antiseptic wash.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• To stop bleeding, sprinkle goldenseal powder directly into the wound and apply pressure with a clean cloth.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Apply manuka honey or healing salve.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Diarrhea:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Replenish lost fluids and soothe the digestive tract with chamomile or ginger tea.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• For diarrhea caused by infectious microorganisms, take 1 capsule of goldenseal three times daily for up to two weeks. Take charcoal if necessary.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• To boost immunity and fight infection, take 1 dropperful of olive leaf extract four times daily.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Headache:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Drink chamomile tea as often as desired.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• For more severe headaches, take 1⁄2 to 1 teaspoon of valerian root extract; repeat every two hours until pain abates.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take a warm bath with 10 drops of lavender essential oil.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Massage 2 drops of diluted peppermint essential oil or Tiger Balm onto temples, forehead and neck. Keep away from eyes.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Indigestion:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Sip warm chamomile, peppermint or ginger tea.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Insect bites and stings:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Cleanse the bite with olive leaf extract.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Apply a drop of undiluted peppermint or lavender oil to relieve itching and as an antiseptic.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Mix clay with enough water to make a paste, and apply to the bites to relieve itching and draw out toxins.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Insomnia:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Drink a cup of warm chamomile tea.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• For stronger sedative action, take up to 1 teaspoon of valerian tincture before bed.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take a warm bath with 10 drops of lavender essential oil.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Jet lag:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">•
Take eleuthero (100 mg of standardized extract) three times daily for
one week or more before traveling and for one week or longer following
the flight.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Nausea:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">• Take ginger until symptoms abate.</span></span><br />
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In this post I've compiled a great list of before and after photos; people
who have made substantial diet changes, and gained tremendous health
benefits in the process. They have transformed not only their health,
but the way they feel, look, the way they think, and basically every aspect of their lives. I hope these can be as much of an inspiration to you as they are to me!
And for <i>you</i> to live to your fullest potential, if you are not already.<br />
<br />The purpose of this article is to reinforce through real life stories, the great
importance of plants for health, no matter if you choose to
accompany them with animal products or not. The more plant foods in your diet, the better. Plant foods are bursting
with tons of nutrients, healing and anti-aging substances. They will make you healthy and beautiful.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The recent article in <a href="http://www.naturalhealthmag.com/" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Natural Health</i></a> magazine was so right on, helpful and accurate, I needed to share it here with you all in case you didn't see it:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Getting older. it’s a universal truth that many of us don’t entirely
embrace. And so, as the years march on, we spend a lot of time and money
trying to look and feel younger. But for all of our efforts, we’re
still making some mistakes, often without realizing it. “I see it all
the time in my practice,” says ob-gyn Jennifer Ashton, M.d., the
Englewood, N.J.-based author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1583334580/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1583334580&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EYour%20Body%20Beautiful:%20Clockstopping%20Secrets%20to%20Staying%20Healthy,%20Strong,%20and%20Sexy%20in%20Your%2030s,%2040s,%20and%20Beyond%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=1583334580%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Your Body Beautiful: Clockstopping Secrets to Staying Healthy, Strong and Sexy in Your 30s, 40s and Beyond</i></a> (Avery) and co-host of ABC’s <i>The Revolution</i>. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“Women say they want to turn back the clock, but then self-sabotage,
whether it’s with their eating, sleep or exercise habits—you name it.”
the good news is that you can take simple youth-boosting steps to
reverse your aging errors. “it’s never too late to change your habits,”
says Ashton. “And the results are so dramatic, you won’t want to stop
because you’ll see and feel such a powerful difference.” So get time
back on your side! Here’s how.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;">1. Aging Error: Eating Sweets</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The average American eats 150 pounds of sugar each year—18 percent of
our calories. You know the health implications of this, from obesity to type 2 diabetes,
but it can also be as much of a wrinkle-causing culprit as sun exposure
and smoking. That’s because a process called glycation causes sugars to
attach to proteins in collagen and elastin, which can make skin look older. a study published in the
British Journal of Dermatology found that the aging effects of excess
sugar consumption become visible around age 35 and accelerate rapidly
after that.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Youth boosters:</b> Your best bet is to cut out processed
foods, says integrative medicine physician Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., of
Kona, hawaii, and author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005UVQF2G/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005UVQF2G&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EBeat%20Sugar%20Addiction%20Now%21:%20The%20Cutting-Edge%20Program%20That%20Cures%20Your%20Type%20of%20Sugar%20Addiction%20and%20Puts%20You%20on%20the%20Road%20to%20Feeling%20Great%20-%20and%20Losing%20Weight%21%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B005UVQF2G%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Beat Sugar Addiction Now!</i></a> (Fair
Winds Press), who adds that women should limit their sugar intake to 6
1⁄4 teaspoons (or 25 grams) a day. Fiber also slows sugar absorption, so
opt for whole foods like an orange over its juices (OJ has the same
sugar content as soda). When a sugar craving hits, it’s often because
you’re thirsty, Ashton adds. “go for water or seltzer instead of
something sweet,” she advises. If that doesn’t help, have a piece of
dark chocolate or fresh berries— and opt for sweeteners like Body
Ecology or Sweet Leaf brands of stevia or ribose (corvalen), a healthy
sugar that, in a recent study, increased subjects’ energy 61 percent and
improved heart function.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000; font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">2. Aging Error: Working Too Hard</span></span><b> </b><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Research has found that a bad job—whether it’s a career you don’t enjoy or working long hours—can increase the risk of heart disease
and speed up cell aging, as well as minimize the time you spend getting
exercise, healthy meals and sleep. long-term chronic stress—a common
problem for the overworked—also impairs age-related brain function. “It
shrinks the hippocampus, where memories are formed, and impairs frontal
lobe function—planning, coordinating, prioritizing and executing complex
activities,” says Phoenix-based neurologist Paul Bendheim, M.D., author
of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1402260962/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1402260962&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EThe%20Brain%20Training%20Revolution:%20A%20Proven%20Workout%20for%20Healthy%20Brain%20Aging%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=1402260962%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">The Brain Training Revolution: A Proven Workout for Healthy Brain Aging</i></a> (Sourcebooks, Inc.).</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Youth Boosters: </b>If you can’t change your stressors
outright (think: a difficult boss, travel schedule or workload), draw up
a list of things that make you happy—a pet’s wet kisses or your
favorite tea—and add them into your day, advises Jennifer Garza, M.S., a
life coach in Cornwall on Hudson, N.Y., and author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0615488455/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0615488455&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3E365%20Days%20to%20Happiness:%20Use%20Your%20Strengths,%20Thoughts,%20and%20Dreams%20to%20Manifest%20a%20New%20Life%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0615488455%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21importan" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">365 Days to Happiness: Use Your Strengths, Thoughts, and Dreams to Manifest a New Life</i></a>
(InspireWire Publishing). She also suggests a no-complaint challenge:
“for one week, resist the urge to gripe, and replace complaints with
thoughts of gratitude.” Garza also notes that work is most fulfilling if
it gives you a sense of purpose, so she recommends enlisting the help
of a therapist, life coach or book to help you move toward recognizing
and fulfilling your dreams.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">3. Aging Error: Eating through the AGEs</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Advanced glycation end products (ages) form when sugars and fats react
with a protein, causing a structure to change irreversibly, and then
attach to many things in the body and cause damage, says Michelle
Davenport, nutritionist and research scientist at the new York
University School of Medicine in New York City. While we can create ages
in our body after eating sugar, we can also straight-up consume these
ages via foods that are processed and/or heated. “AGEs can increase
inflammation and oxidation that cause aging and age-related diseases
affecting the heart, brain, bones and joints, kidneys, insulin
resistance, anemia and skin,” says Davenport.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Youth Boosters:</b> Browning, caramelizing, grilling,
roasting, broiling and frying create ages, so limit these cooking
methods. Highly processed and canned foods heated during processing, as
well as high-fat dairy products like cheese, are also culprits. Your
best bets to reduce the consumption of ages are to eat raw when
possible, eat foods in their whole form and cook them with a water-based
method (like steaming, poaching or boiling) or marinate in an acid
(like vinegar or lemon juice) before cooking. eating a variety of
antioxidants and anti-inflammatory foods can also help reduce the
inflammation and oxidation that ages cause, so go for berries, sweet
potatoes and leafy greens. </span></span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">4. Aging Error: Dropping the Weights</span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Women Lose approximately 5 percent of their muscle mass every decade
after the age of 30. “Resistance training is the only thing that
reverses this,” says Brad Schoenfeld, adjunct professor in the exercise
science department at Lehman College in the Bronx, N.Y., and author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0736078282/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0736078282&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EWomen%27s%20Home%20Workout%20Bible%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0736078282%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Women’s Home Workout Bible</i></a>
(Human Kinetics). “It may even increase muscle growth to previous
levels or above them.” </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Indeed, a 2011 University of Michigan study of
subjects over 50 years old found that resistance exercise helped them
gain lean body mass, and doing this earlier in life was even more
effective. “Strength training is also great for bone density and
increasing energy and strength,” adds New York City-based Kristin McGee,
a celebrity yoga and fitness expert. “It keeps the metabolism running,
helps with balance and stamina and is good for the heart. More muscle
tone also means less saggy skin.” It can help improve flexibility as
well, contributing to better posture, looser joints and a more limber
body, which all equal a more active lifestyle as you age, notes
Schoenfeld.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Youth Boosters:</b> McGee recommends aiming for 20 minutes
of resistance training three times a week, using weights or bands for
curls, presses, rows, squats and lunges—or your own body weight for
push-ups, chair dips, squats, lunges and planks. She says to pair this
training with 30 minutes of cardio five days a week, or take advantage
of activities like tennis that encourage cardio and resistance work. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">5. Aging Error: Sleeping Unsoundly</span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“Getting regular sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a medical need,” says
Ashton. “Lack of sleep releases cortisol, which can age us internally
and externally.” Consistency is key, too: a 2011 study in the journal <a href="http://www.journalsleep.org/" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Sleep</i></a>
found that changes in how much or how little test subjects slept over a
five-year period in late middle age were associated with an accelerated
cognitive decline equivalent to four to seven years of aging!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Youth Boosters</b>: Getting a solid 7 1⁄2 hours of
uninterrupted sleep per night lets you cycle through several REM
patterns; it’s in this stage of sleep that the body is able to repair
itself, and is important for healing, memory, skin elasticity, normal
cortisol levels and metabolism, notes Mark Anderson, M.D., a partner at
executive Medicine of Texas in Southlake and author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0984073108/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0984073108&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EStay%20Young%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0984073108%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Stay Young: 10 Proven Steps to Ultimate Health</i></a>
(George House Publishing). If you’re having trouble falling asleep,
Ashton recommends strategies such as keeping your room at 65 degrees,
maintaining the same sleep and wake hours, and nighttime rituals like
taking a warm bath. She says valerian tea or tart cherry juice, which
help to stimulate melatonin production, are also great natural sleep
aids. If tension keeps you up at night, Carolyn Dean, M.D., N.D., Maui,
Hawaii-based medical director of the Nutritional Magnesium Association,
recommends taking 1 to 2 teaspoons of magnesium citrate powder mixed
with water or juice to relax those muscles.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">6. Aging Error: Forsaking Fat</span></span> </div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“Women typically cut fats from their diet as they age, because they’re
trying to cut calories,” says Ashley Koff, R.D., Los Angeles-based
author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1401931510/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1401931510&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EMom%20Energy:%20A%20Simple%20Plan%20to%20Live%20Fully%20Charged%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=1401931510%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Mom Energy</i></a> (Hay House). But good, healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids help to keep skin supple,
boost brain health, keep the heart strong, fight diabetes and can
increase lifespan. “Cutting omega-3s increases cellular inflammation
that accelerates the aging process, and eventually leads to organ
dysfunction and loss of function,” says Barry Sears, Ph.d., president of
the Inflammation Research Foundation in Marblehead, Mass. It also makes
your skin look more irritated, less radiant and simply older, says
Ashton.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Youth Boosters: </b>Koff says the science around isolating
omega-3s is relatively new, so she suggests eating whole foods
containing an array of nutrients, including omega-3s—which is in line
with 2011 research from Oregon Health and Science University that found
people with healthier diets, rich in a variety of vitamins including B,
C, D, E and omega-3s, had bigger brains and better cognitive function.
Sears says to avoid vegetable oils rich in omega-6s (corn, soy,
sunflower, safflower), limit saturated fats found in butter and cheese,
and consume more extra virgin olive oil, almonds, avocados, [hemp, chia, walnuts] and fatty
fish like wild salmon. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">7. Aging Error: Bad Form</span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">According to the national Institutes of health, people typically lose
about 1 centimeter of stature every 10 years after age 40. rounding of
the upper back, lower back pain and a forward head position are the most
typical age-related posture concerns seen by Dana Davis, a certified
teacher of the Balance Posture Method in her practice at Sonoma Body
Balance in California. Sitting, standing and bending incorrectly don’t
just add years to your appearance but take a physical toll, too. “When
we sit or stand with our bones misaligned, our muscles work overtime and
it weakens our joints,” Davis says. “good posture helps you look
healthy, stay strong and flexible, eliminate or avoid pain, increase
energy, be more relaxed and maintain mobility.”</span></span><br />
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(the bony part of your butt that you feel when you sit on a firm
surface), Davis advises. When standing, draw your chin in to look at
your ankles, let your weight move back into your heels, take each
shoulder back and down, and back your head up without lifting your chin
too high—and for bending, bow from your hip joints, not your waist, she
says. “alignment problems are far more common in industrialized Western
countries from sitting hunched over computers and desks,” adds
Christiane Northrup, M.D., an OB-GYN in Yarmouth, Maine, and author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0553386727/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0553386727&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EThe%20Wisdom%20of%20Menopause%20%28Revised%20Edition%29:%20Creating%20Physical%20and%20Emotional%20Health%20During%20the%20Change%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0553386727%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">The Wisdom of Menopause</i></a>
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lengthening your arms and stretching hands downward, and opening your
chest forward and breathing deeply to reset posture every hour.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">8. Aging Error: Skimping on Sex</span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Getting busy contributes to greater happiness, a stronger immune
system, good circulation and caloric burn and can even help you live up
to eight years longer, according to one study. Some researchers say sex
also boosts the production of human growth hormone, which improves
muscle tone and makes you look younger and more fit, notes Ashton.
Jennifer Berman, M.D., director of Berman Women’s Wellness Center in Los
Angeles, adds that the chemicals released during sex reduce stress and
improve energy, well-being and mood. “Sexual health is a critical
component to general health and wellness,” says Berman. “The longer we
can sustain and maintain a sexually active life, the better.”</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Youth Boosters: </b>The average American couple has sex
twice a week, according to Berman, but says it’s most important that
both partners are reasonably satisfied with the frequency. Ashton notes
that scheduling sex can help trigger your desire, as can fantasizing for
10 minutes a day on your own or trying something new like sexy lingerie
or a new position to keep things interesting. To “wake up” your pelvic
area and stave off a low libido, she prescribes three sets of 10 Kegel
exercises every day for four weeks. “Be patient with your ups and
downs,” she adds. “Sex won’t be consistent over your lifetime.” If
stress is blocking your libido, emotionally or physically, Berman
recommends a topical organic botanical oil called On4Her ($25;
on4her.com) that triples sensation and enhances orgasm.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">9. Aging Error: Exposing Yourself </span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Of course the most serious result of too much sun is skin cancer, but
it also causes wrinkles, sun spots, broken capillaries and a dry, dull
complexion—and it’s not just from baking on the beach. Ashton says that
80 percent of sun exposure comes from cumulative everyday outings
whether walking or driving (UVA light travels through car windows).
Additional sources, according Neal Schultz, M.D., a New York City-based
cosmetic dermatologist, include reflected light from sand, water and
snow; mirrored rooms with large windows; high altitudes; and the
ultraviolet radiation responsible for the UV index on a cloudy day.
Debra Jaliman, M.D., New York City-based dermatologist and author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250000955/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1250000955&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3ESkin%20Rules:%20Trade%20Secrets%20from%20a%20Top%20New%20York%20Dermatologist%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=1250000955%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><i style="color: blue;">Skin Rules: Trade Secrets from a Top New York Dermatologist</i></a> (St. Martin’s Press) says sun can also age our bodies on the inside, decreasing immunity.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Youth Boosters</b>: Apply a daily moisturizer containing
an SPF 30 or higher (zinc oxide and titanium dioxide ingredients are
chemical-free) to all exposed areas, and use a dedicated sunscreen for
outdoor activities—treating ears, neck and the backs of hands with a
good UVA blocker like avobenzone, oxybenzone, ecamsule, titanium dioxide
or zinc oxide, advises Joshua Zeichner, M.D., director of cosmetic and
clinical research in the dermatology department of Mount Sinai hospital
in new York City. Wear protective clothing, including a hat, too,
Zeichner notes, and limit your exposure—even on cloudy days. Shield your
eyes and surrounding skin with sunglasses that have UV protection of
400 or higher, Jaliman adds. Kristina Grish is a writer and published
author in New York City.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Microbes found on seaweed could provide an unexpected weapon in the fight against tooth decay, scientists have said.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A group of UK scientists are experimenting with enzymes extracted from
seaweed microbes that may be able to remove the microbes in dental
plaque. Their lab tests suggest the microbe's enzyme cuts through plaque, stripping it of bacteria that cause tooth decay.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">They used an enzyme isolated from the marine
bacterium Bacillus licheniformis which they were originally researching
for cleaning ships’ hulls. Professor Grant Burgess, who led the research, said:
“It’s an amazing phenomenon. The enzyme breaks up and removes the
bacteria present in plaque and, importantly, it can prevent the build-up
of plaque too. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">While
toothpastes are effective, there are still hard-to-reach areas between
teeth where the bacteria in plaque can erode enamel, causing cavities.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dr
Nicholas Jakubovics of Newcastle University’s School of Dental Sciences
believes better products offering more effective treatment can be made
using the enzyme.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">He said: “Plaque on your teeth is made up of
bacteria which join together to colonise an area in a bid to push out
any potential competitors.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“Traditional toothpastes work by
scrubbing off the plaque containing the bacteria – but that’s not always
effective, which is why people who religiously clean their teeth can
still develop cavities.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“Work in a test tube has shown that this
enzyme can cut through the plaque or layer of bacteria, and we want to
harness this power into a paste, mouthwash or denture-cleaning
solution.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When threatened, bacteria shield themselves in a slimy protective barrier known as a biofilm.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It
is made up of bacteria held together by a web of extra- cellular DNA
which binds the bacteria to each other and to a solid surface – in this
case in the plaque around the teeth and gums.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The biofilm protects the bacteria from attack by brushing, chemicals or even antibiotics.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But
after studying Bacillus licheniformis, which is found on the surface of
seaweed, the Newcastle University scientists found that when the
bacteria want to move on, they release an enzyme which breaks down the
external DNA. That breaks up the biofilm and releases the bacteria from
the web.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Professor Grant Burgess, who led the research, said:“When I initially began researching how to break
down these layers of bacteria, I was interested in how we could keep the
hulls of ships clear, but we soon realised that the mechanism we had
discovered had much wider uses.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“If we can contain it within a toothpaste, we would be creating a product which could prevent tooth decay.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“This
is just one of the uses we are developing for the enzyme, as it has
huge potential such as in helping keep clean medical implants such as
artificial hips and speech valves, which also suffer from biofilm
infection.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The team will now look to collaborate with industry to carry out more tests and product development. Stay tuned!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Currently, there is a tooth product for animals made from seaweed and it has fabulous reviews [<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000U8HN5W/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000U8HN5W&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EProden%20Plaqueoff%20Animal%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000U8HN5W%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">here</span></a>]. But what about for humans? I did find a Russian toothpaste sold on Amazon with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FRPCA2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004FRPCA2&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3EToothpaste%20with%20Silver,%20Sea%20Minerals,%20Kelp%20Extract%20100%20Ml%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004FRPCA2%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">silver, sea minerals and kelp</span></a>. I also found a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Alcohol-Free-Mouthwash-Marine-Bio-Active-Complex/dp/B06ZZM5S3C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1523904550&sr=8-1&keywords=marine+toothpaste&linkCode=ll1&tag=forehealandyo0b5-20&linkId=418940a6ad99dfcd26c41e626524c57e">mouthwash </a>with marine bio-active complex. These are the only one I could find at the present moment. Please let me know if you happen to find another one as I'd like to list it here. It is also a great idea to incorporate seaweed into your diet for teeth health. Kelp, specifically, is loaded with calcium.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">According to a new study [<a href="http://www.bmj.com/content/344/bmj.e4026" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">here</span></a>] published in the <i>British Medical Journal</i>,
adherents to a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet have a significantly
increased risk of suffering from a cardiovascular event, such as a
heart attack or stroke.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For the study, researchers tracked the health of 43,400 middle-aged Swedish women over a 15 year period.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The study found that individuals following a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet are 28 percent
more likely to suffer from a heart attack or stroke while following the
diet. Researchers also found that even a simple swap to incorporate
additional animal-based protein in the diet can have negative health
impacts. For example, replacing a daily serving of bread with an egg can
raise the risk of dying of a heart attack or stroke by five percent.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The study’s lead author warned about the potentially negative health
impacts of following low-carbohydrate diets over the long term, noting: “This
study is bad news for people who follow these types of diet for long
periods of time. They should be very careful about dietary regimes, the
long term safety of which have not been studied adequately.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">She also pointed out that the main concern with the diet was not with
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tended to be animal products, which are high in saturated fat and cholesterol.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Although proponents assert that low-carb plans are a “viable, safe, effective and sound diet,” other prominent health experts warn
that the potential short-term weight loss benefits of the diet ”seem
irrelevant in the face of increasing evidence of higher morbidity and
mortality from cardiovascular diseases in the long-term.”</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The study team authors concluded that a low carbohydrate, high protein diet <b><i>"used
on a regular basis and without consideration of the nature of
carbohydrates or the source of proteins are associated with increased
cardiovascular risk."</i></b> It is important to note that this research did
not find an increase in disease risk when the protein source was
derived from nuts, seeds or vegetables. The study confirms the
importance of a diet comprised of natural foods from organic sources
with a balance toward carbohydrates from slow-releasing vegetables and
fruits and moderate intake of proteins in the form of nuts and seeds to
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of Halle, first gained public attention when she appeared on a health
program by local German television MDR in early March.</span></span></div>
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she now does gymnastics “just for fun” and that she has stopped
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chance too. And to perform against 70-year-olds all the time is no fun
after a while," Quass said.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Q: If there were World Championships or European Championships, you
would be a candidate for a title, I would say. Is that the case?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">J.Q.: I would love to compete with others and I always regretted that
there are not even European Championships, not to mention Worlds for
seniors. In every other sport that is the case just not in
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Johanna always liked gymnastics</span></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Q: In the world of gymnastics you have been known for a long time. For
those who don't know this: you started quite early. In the fifties you
were one of Eastern Germany's top gymnasts.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">J.Q.: No, not really, I just was "Oberstufe" (pretty high level in their
system but not quite elite). But I started out playing handball until
1954, and there we were Eastern German Champion in 1954, with the (she
names a club that I can't really understand the name).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Q: But in gymnastics in Halle...</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">J.Q.: Along the way a started doing gymnastics, that was allowed then.
Then I did actively gymnastics until 32 or 33. Also at "Wissenschaft
Halle" (another club), back then. But then I restarted in 1956.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Q: A last word to Quaas and Freyburg. How does this match together? Forever, right?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">J.Q.: Yes, forever, since I restarted gymnastics I was back here everywhere. And I love it, because one can do gymnastics outdoors, and as
always the weather is beautiful.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Q: Yes, and the gymnasts deserve that.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">J.Q.: Yes.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Q: Thank you very much, all the best, and where do we see you again?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">J.Q.: The next one is "Schnepfenthal", I like going there, too. That's
in the region of GutsMuth (an 18th century pioneer in gymnastics) and
also Friesen worked there (early 19th century pedagogue). And I always
like it there, too. Also senior championships. But from the
championships I want slowly to retire, I think that was long enough now.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">According to a new study published this month, phobic anxiety, which is triggered by intense fear, contributes to aging more quickly. [<a href="http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/2012/07/11/major-phobias-might-hasten-aging/?WT.mc_id=SA_syn_HuffPo" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>]</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Although phobic anxieties
are especially common in women, 8 percent of Americans have at least
one, whether it's a specific fear such as arachnophobia -- fear of
spiders -- or an overall uneasiness in certain situations like
agoraphobia or social phobia. Researchers from Brigham and Women’s
Hospital analyzed survey results and blood samples from 5,243 women,
ages 42 to 69, finding that intense phobic anxiety leads to faster biological aging.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">"Many people wonder about whether -- and how -- stress can make us age faster," study author Olivia Okereke
said in a statement. "So, this study is notable for showing a
connection between a common form of psychological stress -- phobic
anxiety -- and a plausible mechanism for premature aging."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Okereke and her team found a link between anxiety and shorter
telomeres, DNA-protein complexes on the ends of chromosomes that are
thought to be the biological markers of aging. Although, phobic anxiety
may be a mechanism of early aging according to the study, the research
could not "prove cause-and-effect or which problem came first -- the
anxiety or shorter telomeres," Okereke said.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">So while more research would need to be conducted in order to
pinpoint the exact cause, the study's results did confirm that phobic
anxiety joins a host of other factors that are linked to faster aging.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">In 2005, researchers correlated <a href="http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20050624/obesity-smoking-linked-to-faster-aging" target="_blank">smoking and obesity with biological aging</a>. A 2009 <a href="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/02/05/twin-studies-explain-wrinkles-of-aging/" target="_hplink">study on identical twins</a> confirmed the results, while also noting other <a href="http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1880645,00.html" target="_hplink">factors that contribute to accelerated aging</a>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Even geography has an impact on how quickly people age. A recent report from RealAge.com identified 10 <a href="http://www.realage.com/blogs/doctor-oz-roizen/realage-2012-top-cities-in-america-for-staying-young-and-aging-too-fast" target="_hplink">cities whose residents age too fast</a>;
Knoxville, Tenn., and Louisville, Ky., topped the list, whereas San
Francisco, Cali., and Salt Lake City, Utah, were ranked the highest
among cities for staying young.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Check out the gallery to see seven other factors that are known to make people age faster.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Phobic Anxiety</span></b></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Women's Hospital suggests that phobic anxiety can lead to faster biological aging,
along with other health-related problems. Author Olivia Okereke and her
team studied the relationship between anxiety and telomeres, the
DNA-protein complexes at the end of chromosomes that act as biological
markers of aging, finding that symptoms of phobic anxiety are linked to
shorter telomeres. The study, published in PLoS ONE, established that phobic anxiety is a plausible mechanism for accelerated aging, but did not prove that anxiety is the root cause.
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Mom was right when she told you to put on some sunscreen at the beach; too much sun exposure contributes to wrinkles and accelerated external aging. [<a href="http://www.webmd.com/healthy-beauty/news/20090204/genes-vs-behavior-what-makes-us-age" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>] While natural pigments provide some protection, chronic sun exposure can lead to age spots and elastosis, or the breakdown of elastic tissue in the skin that produces leathery skin appearance prevalent among farmers.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Separating from a spouse may also leading to accelerated aging, according to a 2009 facial analysis study conducted on sets of identical twins. [<a href="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/02/05/twin-studies-explain-wrinkles-of-aging/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">study</span></a>] According to the study led by a team of plastic surgeons, twins who had been divorced looked noticeably older -- 1.7 years older to be exact -- than twins who had not gone through a divorce. As <i>Time</i>'s John Cloud writes, "you are better off staying single than getting into a bad relationship."
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Smoking</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It's no secret that smoking is bad for one's health. The pesky habit can age people faster both on the outside, by contributing to wrinkles [<a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/1235763.stm" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>], and on the inside since smoking is associated with a host of serious health problems. A 2005 study linked smoking with shorter telomere length -- the biological markers of aging -- according to<i> WebMD</i>. [<a href="http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20050624/obesity-smoking-linked-to-faster-aging" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>] More recently, Dr. Bahman Guyuron, who conducted a
facial analysis study on pairs of identical twins, also noted that
smoking is one of the factors that contributes to accelerated aging.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Sugar</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Poor diets can also contribute to faster aging. High sugar intake, for
example, can cause unhealthy weight gain, but the real aging factor is how one's body recognizes and uses sugar.[<a href="http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/information/nutrition/sugar-make-us-age.htm" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>] A 2009 study out of Montreal found that the lifespan of yeast cells increased as glucose in the system decreased, or if glucose sensors were removed. [<a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090305204328.htm" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>] Either way, over-consumption of sugar, leading to high amounts of sugar on in one's body, is linked to aging.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Antidepressants</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">According to the 2009 facial analysis study conducted on identical
twins, antidepressants can also lead to accelerated aging. Researchers
reviewed photographs of 186 sets of twins, finding that those who had taken antidepressants often looked older than their respective counterparts who had not [<a href="http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1880645,00.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>] </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Loneliness</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Loneliness in old age may also contribute to people aging more quickly.
In a 2011 study, 985 people were assessed on a five-point scale for
loneliness. Researchers found that for each point on the scale past the
baseline, motor decline was 40 percent more rapid. More importantly, this increased rate of motor decline was also associated with a 50 percent increased risk of death. So while aging may be accelerated by divorce, loneliness is also a crucial aging factor.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycation is
what happens to the proteins in our body as we age. The same process
turns a turkey’s skin brown and crispy when it’s cooked.</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycation is really the binding of protein and glucose molecules. The
result is a spoiled protein assembly. These deviants are glycotoxins.
And glycotoxins are responsible for accelerated aging and disease. As the glycotoxins accumulate in your cells, they send out chemical
signals. The body responds by producing sites of inflammation. This is
the process of aging and disease. [<a href="http://edrv.endojournals.org/content/rphr/56/1/1.1.abstract" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>]</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Lack of Sleep</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Cutting back on sleep is an extremely common response to the time
pressures of modern industrial societies. The average night's sleep
decreased from about nine hours in 1910 to about 7.5 hours in 1975, a
trend that continues. Millions of shift workers average less than five
hours per work day. Researchers at the University of Chicago Medical Center found that lack of sleep alters hormones, metabolism, and stimulates effects of aging [<a href="http://www.uchospitals.edu/news/1999/19991021-sleepdebt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>]. They found that even eight hours of sleep does not produce the fully rested state. Young
adults may function best after more than eight hours of rest each
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Eating fresh, whole foods without additives is considered to be one of the best
things you can do to stay healthy and improve your thyroid health (your
other organs and glands will thank you as well!)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Let's look at some specific foods that you can
incorporate now to nourish your thyroid gland. </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Coconut oil</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Coconut oil supports proper thyroid function as it slightly
stimulates thyroid hormone production and the metabolism. In this way,
wise incorporation of coconut oil into the the diet is thought to
support thyroid health and help sufferers of hypothyroidism to lose
weight. Coconut oil may also help to reduce cholesterol in hypothyroid
patients as thyroid suppression in and of itself raises blood
cholesterol levels. </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Brazil Nuts</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Your body needs several key nutrients to convert T4 to T3 efficiently.
One of them is selenium. Unfortunately, it is increasingly difficult to
get sufficient minerals like selenium from our food. Large-scale
commercial farming doesn’t involve crop rotation. And the resulting food
is simply less nutritious and woefully lacking in minerals. Luckily,
nature’s most abundant, edible source of selenium is common, tasty, and
easy to store. Brazil nuts. Just 3 or 4 as a snack will give you a
generous daily dose of selenium – and help your thyroid to give you
abundant energy. </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Whole Seaweed</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Naturally rich in iodine as well as trace minerals, sea weed has long
been considered a food that supports thyroid function. Indeed, native
peoples subsisting on their traditional diets often went to very great
lengths to obtain sea vegetables in effort to avoid goiter. People in Japan eat large amounts of seaweed and their rates of thyroid disease are dramatically lower than ours [<a href="http://www.rightdiagnosis.com/t/thyroid/stats-country.htm" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">source</span></a>]. Iodine is
critical to thyroid health and function. Without adequate dietary
iodine, your body is unable to manufacture the thyroid hormones. Of
course, excess intake of iodine-rich foods is also implicated in thyroid
disease. Remember: moderation is the key, not excess. Avoid taking iodine supplements, rather use sea vegetables in their whole form and in moderation.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Maca root is a good choice for maintaining thyroid health for several
reasons. Maca helps to balance the pituitary gland, which sends hormonal
signals to the thyroid. It is a sort of top-down regulation.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This traditional Peruvian root also contains nutrients that the thyroid
needs. Maca root contains zinc, B-complex vitamins, iron, iodine and copper. All
of these are likely to help improve thyroid functionality. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">A lot of women with the hypothyroid report improved thyroid numbers when
using maca. Even though the mechanism is not clear yet, clinical
reports do claim improvement in thyroid and adrenal function when using
maca. However, it is very good to mention that thyroid problem differ
from person to person and not everyone will respond to maca the same
way. While some may notice almost instant improvements, others will need
longer time in order to experience improvement inf the functioning of
their thyroid and endocrine system. </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #660000; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Radish</span></span></b><b style="color: #660000; font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></b></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Radishes have historically been used to treat thyroid problems and have been known to keep the levels of thyroid hormones balanced. Russian
researchers claim that the chemical in radishes, raphanin, helps keep
levels of thyroid hormones in balance. With enough raphanin circulating
in the blood, the gland is less likely to overproduce or under-produce
these hormones. </span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Spirulina</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Spirulina is a great source of many minerals including iodine, which supports
overall health and metabolism. Specifically high in carotenoids like
beta-carotene, spirulina supplies some crucial vitamin A for the
thyroid. Spirulina is one of the best green foods for liver
detoxification. Optimal function of the liver is crucial for good
thyroid health because the conversion of inactive thyroid hormone (T4)
to active thyroid (T3) mainly takes place in the liver, although it does
occur throughout the body.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">In addition to these excellent
thyroid nutrients, spirulina is a good source of tyrosine. Tyrosine is
the most important amino acid for healthy thyroid function.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Chia Seeds</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">One of the latest
discoveries about chia seeds is its ability to positively influence the
thyroid gland. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Scientific trials have shown that the regular
consumption of chia seeds somehow helps regulate the functions of the
thyroid gland, either calming down an overactive thyroid gland or
boosting the gland’s function in people who are suffering from
hypothyroidism. Scientists aren’t sure yet what causes chia to be so
effective at regulating the thyroid gland, but they theorize that it has
something to do with the rich essential fatty acids it contains. Chia
is one of the best plant sources in the world for essential fatty acids,
especially those that belong to the omega-3 family. These fatty acids,
which have been proven to help protect our brains and our hearts, may
also contain the key to keeping the thyroid gland in check. While
scientists and researchers work to test the validity of this theory,
there is one thing that is not in doubt: chia definitely works. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Other notable foods for the thyroid:</b> Parsley, Sunflower seeds, Pumpkin seeds and Apricots.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Studies show that organic food is more nutritious than non-organically produced</b>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">They may also contain higher concentrations of antioxidants which ward
off cancer and heart disease. Apparently, "the health benefits were so
striking that moving to organic food was the equivalent of eating an
extra portion of fruit and vegetables every day."</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Over a two year period, organically and conventionally grown apples, potatoes, pears, wheat, and sweet corn were purchased in the western suburbs of Chicago and analyzed for mineral content. Four to 15 samples were taken for each food group. On a per-weight basis, average levels of essential minerals were much higher in the organically grown than in the conventionally grown food. The organically grown food averaged 63% higher in calcium, 78% higher in chromium, 73% higher in iron, 118% higher in magnesium, 178% higher in molybdenum, 91% higher in phosphorus, 125% higher in potassium and 60% higher in zinc. The organically raised food averaged 29% lower in mercury than the conventionally raised food. [<i>Journal of Applied Nutrition 1993, 45: 35-39, Organic foods vs. supermarket foods: Element levels (Synopsis)</i>]</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In 2007 a study out of Newcastle University in the
United Kingdom reported that organic produce boasted up to 40 percent
higher levels of some nutrients (including vitamin C, zinc and iron)
than its conventional counterparts. Additionally, a 2003 study in the
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that organically grown
berries and corn contained 58 percent more polyphenols—antioxidants that
help prevent cardiovascular disease—and up to 52 percent higher levels
of vitamin C than those conventionally grown. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Recent research by that
study’s lead author, Alyson Mitchell, Ph.D., an associate professor of
food science and technology at the University of California, Davis,
pinpoints a potential mechanism to explain why organic techniques may
sometimes yield superior produce.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It’s a difference in soil fertility, says Mitchell: “With organic
methods, the nitrogen present in composted soil is released slowly and
therefore plants grow at a normal rate, with their nutrients in balance.
Vegetables fertilized with conventional fertilizers grow very rapidly
and allocate less energy to develop nutrients.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A 2008 review by the Organic Center of almost 100 studies on the
nutritional quality of organic produce compared the effects conventional
and organic farming methods have on specific nutrients. The report’s
conclusion: “Yes, organic plant-based foods are, on average, more
nutritious.” </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In addition to the berry study mentioned above, scientists at the University of California in
Davis grew two batches of kiwifruit; one organically and the other
conventionally with the attendant cocktail of herbicides, pesticides and
chemical fertilizer. Then compared the two. The organic ones showed 18%
more polyphenols and 27% more antioxidant activity. Polyphenols,
although sounding rather nasty, turn out to be good at reducing
cholesterol, improving blood circulation and according to some studies,
help in prevention of certain cancers. And antioxidants are said to be
pretty effective at duelling with free radicals, known for damaging
cells. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
study published in the peer-reviewed British journal of the Society of
Chemical Industry, "suggests that the organic plants, thrown onto their
own defenses against disease and predators, are more "stressed" and
therefore produce more of these beneficial compounds." And it's not the
first time such reseach has popped up. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Chef and restaurateur, Dan Barber, will only use organic because he claims it tastes better. Is it true? A <a href="http://www.organicconsumers.org/Organic/orgapples.cfm" target="_blank">2001 study</a> by researchers at Washington State University concluded that organic
apples were sweeter. Along with taste and sweetness, the texture and
firmness of the apples were also rated higher than those grown
conventionally. These differences are attributed to the greater soil
quality resulting from organic farming techniques compared to those of
conventional farming. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ken over at <a href="http://www.thecooksden.com/hamster/" target="_blank">The Cooksden</a>,
a cool foodie blog, put together an awesome video with his daughter. They wanted to test in as objective a manner as possible
whether organic food tastes better than “normal” food. So they used the
most unbiased critic they could find – her hamster Hammy. When all was said and done, Hammy chose organic. In over sixty percent
of the trials that resulted in a clear selection, Hammy opted for the
organic item. <a href="http://www.thecooksden.com/hamster/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">See the video</span></a>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">One explanation of why organic tastes better is that organic food contains less water than conventionally grown food. This is because conventional fertilization methods include
nitrogen, which causes more water to be absorbed into the cells of the
produce than when it is not fertilized with nitrogen. In fact, studies
have shown that the use of nitrogen causes an increase of 5-30% more
water in produce than in foods grown ecologically, which do not use
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Conventionally grown romaine contains 94.3% water, while ecologically
grown romaine contains 92.3% water. Conventional cabbage has been shown
to have about 1.1% more water than ecologically produced cabbage, and
conventional spinach has almost 10% more water than its ecological
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What you may be able to guess from these figures is that ecological
produce has a greater percentage of dry components, which means a
stronger flavor and more concentrated nutrients. Produce that contains
more water will be more diluted in taste and in nutrition. According to
the research above, the taste difference may be between 2-20% less in conventionally grown produce, depending on the increase in the percentage of water in the food. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another explanation to why organic tastes better is that since organic foods aren't protected by pesticides, organic fruits and
vegetables they are under constant attack from bugs and blights of all kinds.
This sounds like a bad thing but actually it's not.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When plants are under attack, they begin to ramp up
production of their chemical defenses. This can mean releasing an aroma
that attracts counter-attacking bugs (wasps for caterpillars, for
instance), manufacturing something toxic or distasteful to the insects
themselves, or producing an anti-fungal compound.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Being tired is no fun at all. You can't concentrate at work, you
exercise less, and getting out of bed takes a lot of effort. It's a
miserable way to trudge through life. But did you know that having more
energy may be as simple as choosing the right foods?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Overall, the
key is to focus on low-glycemic foods (because they release energy
slowly) that are high in complex carbohydrates and low in excess fats.
Iron is also very important because it produces red blood cells that
carry blood to exercising muscles. A first step is to eliminate
"quick-fix" foods that contain simple carbohydrate foods, like candy
bars and soda, which spike your energy level before it plunges
quickly. Next, start incorporating these 12 foods into your diet.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Pop a handful of blueberries in your mouth and enjoy an energy boost, along with a ton of nutrients. Blueberries contain
anthocyanins and other pigments high in antioxidant properties
possibly having a role in reducing risks of inflammatory diseases and
certain cancers. </span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Blueberries are also a good source of
vitamin C, manganese, fiber, and vitamin E , and are low in calories.
Many studies have found that blueberry consumption lowers cholesterol
and total blood lipid levels, possibly reducing the risks of heart
disease and high blood pressure. Even more studies have found that a
diet rich in blueberries may enhance short-term memory in older adults
while reducing symptoms of depression.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Almonds are a good source of
magnesium, a mineral that plays a major role in energy production in
body cells. Studies indicate that low levels of magnesium or magnesium deficiency can result to energy loss. Considered a superfood by some, almonds
have lots of nutritional value. A serving contains as
much protein as many meats. Almonds also provide
potassium and iron, which are essential in maintaining energy
levels. A perfect energy food.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Cayenne pepper restores the natural rhythm of the viscera of
glandular, circulatory, lymphatic, and digestive systems. This energizes
and balances the whole body, improving moods and energy levels. Cayenne
is even used to cure infertility due to it’s ability to restore health
and circulation to the organs and balance to the glandular system.You will notice your energy greatly increase when you use cayenne pepper.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Capsaicin may also increase your endurance capacity, according to an April
2003 "Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology" study. This
substance appears to increase fatty acid utilization and have a
glycogen-sparing effect, according to study authors T.W. Oh and F. Ohta.
Glycogen is the primary source of energy for your muscles. Delaying
depletion of muscle glycogen prolongs your ability to perform endurance
exercise. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This substance responsible for cayenne's hot and spicy taste, capsaicin,
also appears to stimulate the hormones epinephrine, or adrenaline, and
norepinephrine, according to the "Sports Supplement Buyer's Guide," by
Stephen Adel. These hormones stimulate your heart muscle, accelerate
your heart rate and raise your body temperature. The excitation of
adrenaline secretion occurs via your vanilloid receptors, which also are
involved in pain perception, notes a November 2001 "Bioscience,
Biotechnology and Biochemistry" study.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The chromium, fiber, vitamin C, B vitamins, Q10 coenzyme, among other components of broccoli, can boost your energy.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Broccoli is packed with disease fighting agents known as phytochemicals
and antioxidants. To be specific, broccoli contains indoles,
sulforaphane, beta carotene, isothiocyanates, quercetin, folate, vitamin
C, lutein and glutathione. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Two of the agents, sulforaphane and indoles,
are known to help suppress tumor growth by helping the body to
deactivate cancer causing metabolites. Beta carotene is also another
well known cancer fighter. Numerous studies have concluded that people
who eat broccoli on a daily basis have fewer cancers of the lungs,
breast, esophagus, bladder, cervix, prostate and colon. Broccoli is
great for detoxing because it helps speed up the removal of estrogen
from the body.</span></span><span style="color: grey;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Believe it or not, perhaps one out of three women isn't getting enough vitamin C,
says Carol Johnston, PhD, assistant professor of food and nutrition in
the family resources department at Arizona State University in Tempe. A
shame, since women she studied who were low in vitamin C did much better
on treadmill tests after they were given extra C daily. "They felt
better and they had more energy," she says.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Johnston suspects that the connection between vitamin C and how
energetic you feel has to do with its role in producing carnitine, a
molecule that helps your body burn fat for energy. "People likely have
up to a 50 percent drop in muscle carnitine levels when they're vitamin
C-depleted," she says.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Two recent studies revealed that vitamin C supports adrenal health by
speeding up recovery following emotional and physical stress. The first study
followed marathon runners and found that their cortisol levels dropped
back to normal faster if they consumed vitamin C before, during and
after a race. A second study, published in <i>Psychopharmacology</i>,
found that people taking vitamin C felt more relaxed in high-stress
situations, and their cortisol levels returned to normal more quickly.
Because the overproduction of cortisol leads to adrenal fatigue, and
eventually exhaustion if allowed to continue, it’s helpful to nourish
your adrenal glands by eating foods high in vitamin C such as broccoli. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: cherry cream soda;">Chia Seeds</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="MsoHyperlink">Chia seeds are known as the "Indian
Running Food". Also, the ancient Aztec warriors used chia
seed during their conquests. </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">The health pioneer Paul Bragg did an
experiment an endurance hike with friends. They divided up into
a chia-eating group and another group, who ate whatever they
wanted. The group eating only chia seeds finished the hike four
hours, twenty seven minutes before the others, most of whom didn't
even finish at all. Talk about obvious energy increase!</span></span></span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="body">Bananas are one of the world's finest foods for supplying
fuel energy. They supply a unique blend of vitamins,
minerals, and carbohydrates that foster a quick and
efficient conversion to usable fuel. Whether you need quick
energy release or long lasting energy, bananas supply the
fuel for the occasion.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="body">Bananas are famous as a good source of potassium, a mineral
involved in proper muscle contraction. Insufficient
potassium is one of the main causes of fatigue, muscle
cramping and dehydration.</span><span class="body"> </span></span></span></div>
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to replace the muscle glycogen (muscle sugar) used during
exercise. It is wise to eat bananas before, during, and
after long bouts of activity, and after shorter, more
intense sessions.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Spirulina, literally the most nutritious food known, is an edible
blue-green algae used all over the world for its nutritional and
medicinal qualities. It is very common for people consuming Spirulina to
experience a jump in energy and vitality. The reason is simple:
Spirulina is a powerhouse of nutrition. This conclusion is supported by
well over 400 studies conducted in various scientific institutions
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food in space, and even plans to grow and harvest it in space stations in
the near future. </span>They have been studying Spirulina algae as a complete food source for astronauts. In fact, NASA found that 1 kilogram of Spirulina contains about the same nutrients as 1,000 kilograms of ordinary vegetables! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">A fiber-packed whole grain cereal, oatmeal is your best breakfast
choice for long-lasting energy, says William Evans, PhD, director of the
nutrition, metabolism, and exercise laboratory at the University of
Arkansas for Medical Sciences/Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Little
Rock.
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high-carbohydrate cereal and then put everybody on exercise bikes.
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exercise for a significantly longer time," he says.</span></span></div>
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to its soluble fiber content. Much more than the insoluble fiber in,
say, wheat bran, the soluble fiber in oatmeal slows down carbohydrate
absorption, thus keeping your blood sugar levels more constant. They also
contain B vitamins, which are energizing, stress-lowering, and help to
convert carbs into energy.</span></span></div>
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is that it is immediately absorbed into the bloodstream and gives you
immediate energy. </span></span></div>
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from wheatgrass juice is remarkable. It has been said that two ounces of fresh juice equals 3
pounds of organic vegetables in vitamins and minerals, or the equivalent
of two cups of coffee. </span></span></div>
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reduce the time you spend rundown and sluggish. Eating
garlic on a daily basis can help keep your energy levels stable and
also reduce how much time you spend tired. This is particularly true if
you feel a cold coming on. Eating two or three garlic
cloves when you start to feel rundown can help you retain more energy
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="color: black;">Tepezcohuite (</span>pronounced “Te-pez-co-whee-tay”)<span style="color: black;">(or mimosa)
is a long held beauty secret by the Mayans that is derived from Mexico’s “skin tree”.</span></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tepezchohuite is a perennial evergreen tree or shrub native to the northeastern region of Brazil and found as far north as southern Mexico. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br />
</span></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Actor Salma Hayek considers it her and her families' beauty secret and has added this healing bark to her beauty line, Nuance. She is quoted as saying, “because my grandmother, who
was a beauty, she died at 96 with no wrinkles. And you should see my
mother! We have some family secrets. . . Have you heard of <span style="background-color: white; color: black;">Tepezcohuite?</span><span style="color: blue;">"</span></span></span> </span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-size: small;"><b style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: navy;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></b></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="article-content">The bark has a mysterious regenerative effect on skin and tissue. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: navy;"><span style="color: black;">Vital components
found in its complex chemical
makeup actually repair and protect skin
cells (as shown in it's use in 5,000 burn victims in Mexico) -
giving it the amazing ability to heal a
wide
range of skin problems especially acne
and burns, and to promote
younger-looking, healthy skin.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: navy;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span><span class="article-content">It has the ability to promote the growth rate of human cells in culture and has been shown to stimulate dermal fibroblast activity. Tepezcohuite inhibits hyaluronidase, an act that protects hyaluronic acid in the skin. </span>Powder from the bark has a 2-3 hour pain killing effect
on the skin.
Bark powder causes skin to regenerate fully in a matter of weeks. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="article-content">Studies show that at a 10% concentration, tepezcohuite can treat eczema and skin inflammation.</span><span style="color: red;"><b style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: navy;"><span style="color: black;">Extensive research has been performed in labs
throughout the world. They have found that
Tepezcohuite (Tepescohuite in English) is
non-toxic, a cellular regenerator, an
anti-bacterial 300% more effective than </span></span>
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streptomycin</span><span style="color: navy;">,
<span style="color: black;">and a powerful fungicide.</span></span></b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: navy;">
<span style="color: black;">It reduces the appearance of pigmentation
imbalances, age spots, stretch marks, scars,
cellulite and enlarged pores and also is:</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
An all natural skin rejuvenator.</span></span>
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Removes all makeup, dirt, oils and grime that
clog the pores. </span></span>
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Exfoliates the skin to leave it soft and
radiant, removing dead cells and dry skin.</span></span>
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Renews fresh skin tone for a more youthful
look.</span></span>
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Minimizes wrinkles and fine age lines.</span></span>
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Guards against the signs of aging </span></span>
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Promote the creation of new skin cells </span></span>
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Stimulate the production of collagen and
elastin to improve skin's elasticity </span></span>
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Regenerate deep soft tissue and hair follicles
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Heal serious burns and skin blemishes </span></span>
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Treat Psoriasis and Herpes I & II </span></span>
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Minimize scarring </span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
Relieve the pain of sore, cracked or damaged
skin </span></span>
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Alleviate the discomfort of pressure sores
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
Defend against bacteria, fungi and viral
infections and germs</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Powdered tepezcohuite bark contains large amounts (16%) of tannins, which act as an astringent,
making the skin stop bleeding. This helps protect the body from
infection, while the skin builds new protective tissue. It also contains
three kinds of steroid, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tannins in the bark diminish capillary permeability. It contains antioxidants flavonoids.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The bark is known to be rich in tannins, saponins, alkaloids, lipids, phytosterols, glucosides, xylose, rhamnose, arabinose, lupeol, methoxychalcones and kukulkanins.</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Extensive research has been
performed in labs in Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom. It is now
used in commercial hair and skin products for rejuvenating skin.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tepezcohuite proved vital in the treatment of some of the 5,000 burn victims in the aftermath of a series of liquid petroleum gas explosions near Mexico City in San Juan, November 19, 1984. The Red Cross successfully treated victims by dusting their wounds with Tepezcohuite powder. It was also used to treat victims of a large 1985 earthquake in Mexico. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Powder from the bark has a 2-3 hour pain killing effect
on the skin.
Bark powder causes skin to regenerate fully in a matter of weeks. The
results and some mechanisms thereof have been confirmed in the
laboratory. Tepezcohuite is used to treat acne, psoriasis and herpes. <i> </i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In vitro studies have shown three times more bacteriocidal activity on bacterial cultures than streptomycin, and it works to some degree in vivo.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In his
study, Pharmaceutical preparation containing Mimosa Tenuiflora extract with
skin-regenerating properties, Tellez is able to demonstrate the effectiveness
of topically applying Tepezcohuite to treat eczema. <a href="http://vi.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=130615106572&t=1314209733000&ds=0&js=-1&ssid=0&seller=beverlyhillsskinproducts&category=101925&bv=mozilla&nv=2&sd=1&vct=1&caz.html#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1" title=""></a>In
this study, tepezcohuite was topically applied, in a 10% concentration, on
participants with eczema. Results not only showed an improvement in eczema, but
also a significant decrease in inflammation. This study demonstrated the
natural healing effects of Tepezcohuite, and also showed its healing effect on
eczema.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In vitro studies have shown three times more bacteriocidal activity on bacterial cultures than streptomycin. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tepezcohuite has been found to help heal, treat and improve:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">eczema, burns, acne, scars, wrinkles, psoriasis, rosacea, herpes, dry skin, stretch marks, and many other skin issues.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">BURNS:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">·
Stops the loss of liquid plasma (blood) · Is an analgesic · Protects
burns from the environment · Prevents the formation of cheloidal scars. ·
Regenerates hair follicles · Is very effective in treating first- and
second-degree burns. · Does not have harmful side effects. From research
at the BIOGIR Lab., Paris France.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span">TRAUMATOLOGY</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">·
Protects exposed bone (first and second degree) – Muller. · Regenerates
deep soft tissue · Is antiseptic and germ-killing. From research by
BIOGIR Lab., Paris, France</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span">INFECTOLOGY :</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">· External local application on abscesses · Diabetic foot as a result of damp gangrene. Information from the CRUZ AZUL HOSPITAL</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">DERMATOLOGY :</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">·
Prevention facial expression lines and acne. · Treatment of psoriasis. ·
Treatment of Herpes I and Herpes II. · Treatment of chicken-pox scars.
Information from the CRUZ AZUL HOSPITAL, Oaxaca, Mexico</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">COSMETOLOGY :</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">·
Regenerates hair follicles. · Is an analgesic · Is an anti-bacterial ·
Is a fungicide · Protects "hyaluronic" acid · Protects and stimulates
the generation of collagen and "elastina." · Is an astringent · Protects
Vitamin P (a cellular regenerator). Information from the CRUZ AZUL
HOSPITAL, Oaxaca, Mexico.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Where to Find Tepezcohuite</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Salma Hayek has a line of skin and hair products called <a href="http://www.amazon.com/mn/search/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=forehealandyo-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=salma%20hayek%20nuance&url=search-alias%3Daps%22%3EName%20Your%20Link%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=ur2&o=1%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Nuance</span></a> containing tepezcohuite. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of her line because I like purer ingredients, but her line is worth a mention.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There is much praise for a tepezcohuite cream called <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002KF10A2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=forehealandyo-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002KF10A2%22%3ETepezcohuite%20Pomade%20Arbol%20de%20Vida%204.23oz%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002KF10A2%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Pomade Arbol De Vida</span></a>, but I'm not a fan of the first ingredients, petroleum jelly. Other than that, the ingredients are pure, just tepezcohuite, wheat germ oil and rose.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What I do highly recommend is just pure <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00750LY2G/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=forehealandyo-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00750LY2G%22%3ESonoran%20Song%20Mimosa%20Hostilis%20-%202.5%20oz.%20Powdered%20Inner%20Root%20Bark%20%28Tepezcohuite%29%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00750LY2G%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Tepezcohuite powder</span></a> (<a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/TEPEZCOHUITE-TREE-SKIN-CARE-BARK-POWDER-POWERFUL-HELAER-/170561248344?pt=US_Skin_Care&hash=item27b63e1c58" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">also here</span></a>) which can be made into a skin paste or added to creams or skin washes. This is the most natural way to go.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I did find a few fabulous, homemade tepezochute products on Etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?q=Tepezcohuite&view_type=gallery&ship_to=ZZ&min=0&max=0" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">here</span></a>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks for reading! What do you think?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycolic acid is a natural ingredient derived from sugar cane known to reverse sun damage and help in anti-aging of the skin, though
it is now often made synthetically. It falls into the set of
ingredients called AHA's, or alpha hydroxy acids. Glycolic
acid is probably the most common alpha hydroxy acid and has the
reputation of being one of the safest forms of alpha hydroxy acid. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Used over time, glycolic acid will start working beneath the skin's
surface to produce youthful skin. </span></div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycolic
acid can serve several functions, most of which are useful in the
battle against aging. They include the stimulation of collagen and
elastin, evening of skin tone, and the ability to improve the texture of the skin. Glycolic
acid also cleanses the follicles of the skin, making them smoother and
softer. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycolic acid is a rapid exfoliant. On the
surface of the skin, it dissolves the fatty molecules that keep the
dead, dry skin cells on the surface of the skin. When it dissolves these
molecules, the dead skin cells are washed away, leaving only the new,
radiant skin behind. Your skin will feel smooth and soft, and because
the dead skin cells have been removed, your other products, like
moisturizers, will better penetrate the skin, making them more
effective. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Studies have shown that use of glycolic acids result in collagen growth. Increased collagen production and
restructuring of the dermis from using glycolic acid can lead to an
approximate 25 percent increase in skin thickness. This increased skin
thickness helps soften fine lines and wrinkles. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycolic acid skin care is also excellent for acne-prone skin. Because
of its small molecular structure, it is well able to battle acne. Just
as the glycolic acid dissolves the dead skin cells, glycolic acid will
also work to destroy Propionibacterium, which is the bacterium that
causes whiteheads and other acne. People who experience mild to moderate
acne will benefit from using glycolic acid products on a semi-regular
basis. Those who have moderate to severe acne may find that glycolic
peels by a skin care professional, along with regular home maintenance,
can control their acne for the long term.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Glycolic acid will:</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Rejuvenate dull skin</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Lessen fine lines and wrinkles</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Clean and flush pores</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Increase collagen and elastin </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Diminish scarring</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Even skin tone</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Acts as an antioxiant</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Moisturize skin </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Give a photoprotective effect </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;">Studies on Glycolic Acid</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">When UVB-burned skin was treated with glycolic acid daily for 7 days, a 16% reduction in irritation was observed compared to
nontreated skin, implying that skin healed sooner when treated
with glycolic acid. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">When a comparison of nontreated skin was made to
skin treated with glycolic acid for 3 weeks prior to UVB exposure, a sun protection factor (SPF) of 2.4 was achieved. When a
comparison of skin treated for 3 weeks was made to skin treated for 3
weeks and chemically peeled the data implied that the
chemical peel reduced the SPF value of skin treated with glycolic by
approximately 50%, however, an SPF trend of 1.7 was still obtained when
compared with untreated skin. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The studies demonstrated that
topical glycolic acid provides a photoprotective effect to pretreated
skin yielding an SPF of approximately 2.4. In addition, when glycolic
acid is applied to irradiated skin, it accelerates resolution of
erythema. The data obtained from both studies support the hypothesis
that glycolic acids acts as an antioxidant. [<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8634805" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">study</span></a>]</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Data show that a combination of RAL 0.1% and glycolic acid 6% may be
used in association with other topical anti-acne treatments (benzoyl
peroxide and topical antibiotics) with an excellent tolerance. [<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15724104" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">study</span></a>]</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Epidermal and dermal hyaluronic acid and collagen gene expression were
all increased in glycolic acid-treated skin as compared to
vehicle-treated controls. Therefore, data suggest that epidermal and dermal remodeling of the
extracellular matrix results from glycolic acid treatment. Longer
treatment intervals may result in collagen deposition as suggested by
the measured increase in mRNA. [<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11359487" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">study</span></a>]</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Collagen I and procollagen I were increased after treatment with glycolic, lactic in the upper dermis. Data suggest that longer treatment intervals with glycolic and lactic
acid can cause improvements in both the epidermal and dermal components
and support the usefulness of <span class="highlight">AHA</span> for rejuvenating photo-damaged <span class="highlight">skin</span>. [<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16469079" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">study</span></a>] </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=glycolic%20acid" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Find more studies</span></a></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;">How to Use Glycolic Acid</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Glycolic Acid comes in many different products: facial cleansers, serums, moisturizers, eye creams and face peels.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">In most over-the-counter products, the
concentration of glycolic acid is kept fairly low (usually somewhere
between 3 and 10 percent), while in chemical peels performed in doctor’s offices, the concentration can be much higher, usually about 50%.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The glycolic acid must be 8-12% to be minimally effective during a period of six months.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">An added benefit of glycolic acid is that it will destroy free
radicals in your skin, protecting you from skin cancer with antioxidants
and a mild SPF of 2.4 (see study above). Even with that protection I would always recommend
you wear sunscreen when using glycolic acid- just to be
on the safe side.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;">Where to Find Glycolic Acid </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">My favorite daily glycolic acid products are:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002C7487U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=forehealandyo-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002C7487U%22%3EEarth%20Science%20A/B%20Hydroxy%20Night%20Rejuvenator,%201-Ounce%20Glass%20Bottle%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002C7487U%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Earth Science </span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00014DMQE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=forehealandyo-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00014DMQE%22%3EReviva%20-%2010%%20Glycolic%20Acid%20Night%20Cream,%201.5%20oz%20cream%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00014DMQE%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Reviva</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">These are all relatively mild, if you want something stronger than you might want to try <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002VHHFX0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002VHHFX0&linkCode=as2&tag=forehealandyo-20%22%3E%281%20oz%20/%2030%20ml%29%20GLYCOLIC%20Acid%2025%%20Skin%20Chemical%20Peel%20-%20Unbuffered%20-%20Alpha%20Hydroxy%20%28AHA%29%20For%20Acne,%20Oily%20Skin,%20Wrinkles,%20Blackheads,%20Large%20Pores%20&%20More%20%28from%20Skin%20Beauty%20Solutions%29%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=forehealandyo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002VHHFX0%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">this</span></a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Thanks for reading! What do you think?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Vitamineral
Green is an incredibly nutritionally dense, therapeutic green superfood
powder which nutritionally supports blood sugar, detoxification, the
immune system, liver, kidneys, blood, bones, colon, pancreas, muscles,
brain, regularity, circulation, and longevity.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It's formulated by Jameth Sheridan (Naturopath,
Doctor of Holistic Medicine, and Hard-Core Herbal Medicine Researcher), and is considered to be the elite in green powders by many. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">From the package it says: </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">"Every
ingredient, including how it is grown and processed, is therapeutic. It
is an extremely potent and comprehensive array of nature’s most
nutritive and cleansing superfoods, grown and processed to maximize
their benefits. It contains a full spectrum of naturally occurring,
absorbable and non-toxic vitamins, minerals, all the essential amino
acids (protein), antioxidants, chlorophyll, soluble and insoluble
fibers, tens of thousands of phytonutrients, and a plethora of other
synergistically bound, organic nutrients. It contains no synthetic or
isolated nutrients (not excreted as expensive yellow urine or stored as
toxic deposits). Vitamineral Green is Actual Food."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Why is this such a healing powder? Here is a breakdown of the ingredients in Vitamineral Green. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">NETTLE</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">While there has been some debate as far as the active compounds in
nettles leaf, currently scientists believe that the plant is mainly
comprised of complex sugars, called polysaccharides, as well as lectins.
The anti-inflammatory properties are believed to come from the
prostaglandins.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Active constituents in nettles leaf also include high levels of
protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, and beta-carotene. The
herb also holds high amounts of the vitamins A, C, D, and B complex. The
leaves contain histamine, sterols, boron and silicon compounds.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The known benefits of nettles leaf are extensive, as this
plant has truly been used for centuries on end. Currently, there are
several well-known, well-documented benefits of nettles,
including:</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Female tonic, especially for young women beginning menstruation and older women in menopause.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">May assist the body in the detoxification of chemicals and heavy metals</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Helps to reduce water retention, and is particularly helpful for PMS and menorrhagia, a condition where there is heavy menstrual flow in women.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Helps stimulate mothers milk, and increases energy after childbirth.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Natural testosterone booster which aids in increased vitality in men.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Diuretic that increases uric acid secretion, while at the same time,
resisting nighttime bathroom urges. Great for urinary problems and
bed-wetting issues.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Sterols, one component of nettles, reduce the activity of DHT, a type of testosterone, causing enlarged prostate.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Anti-inflammatory capacities act to help many of the symptoms
related to arthritis. The robust amounts of boron and silicon minerals
reduce pain of osteoarthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, rheumatoid
arthritis and gout. The leaves can be made into a paste to be rubbed
directly on painful areas of skin for conditions such as rheumatoid
arthritis.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Anti-hemorrhaging qualities for internal bleeding, as well as small cuts and wounds</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Anti-asthmatic for both bronchial and asthmatic difficulties, helping to clear constricted bronchial and nasal passages.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Magnesium components moderates the pain of Fibromyalgia</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Contains natural antihistamines. Wonderful for hay fever and allergies</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Natural kidney and adrenal-gland tonic</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Powerful analgesic</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Depurative agent</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">ALFALFA GRASS</span></span></span><br />
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<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Alfalfa is an amazing "Super food". It is high in calcium, magnesium,
phosphorous, potassium, enzymes, chlorophyll, and trace minerals. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The protein content of alfalfa is among the highest of all plants. Alfalfa is also high in
vitamins A,B,C,D,E,F and K. The roots of the Alfalfa are known to grow
more than 30 meters into the soil. It can contain a wide variety of
minerals and elements that are found deep in the soil. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Alfalfa has many health benefits including regulating the bodies cholesterol levels.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Its Medicinal Benefits perceived by people include:<b> </b></span></span></div>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Fighting diabetes.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Lowering of bad cholesterol (LDL).</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Healing arthritis.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Curing kidney problem.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Natural medicine for hair Loss and skin disorders.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Helps to improve appetite and digestive Function.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Cleanses blood, liver and bowel.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Heals peptic ulcer.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Preventing body infection.</span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-left: 3pt; margin-right: 3pt; padding-left: 3pt; padding-right: 3pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Treating anemia, cancer, body odor, asthma.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">DANDELION LEAF</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Dandelion leaves are 15% protein and high in vitamins and minerals.
One cup of dandelion greens contains 112% daily recommendation of
vitamin A, 32% of vitamin C, and 535% of vitamin K. They also contain
218 mg potassium, 103 mg calcium, and 1.7 mg of iron. Dandelion greens are also good sources of vitamins
B1 (9% RDA), B2 (11% RDA) and B6 (11% RDA) and vitamin E (13% RDA).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The nutrients in dandelion greens may help reduce the risk of cancer,
multiple sclerosis, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and
stroke. Dandelion contains anti-inflammatory properties which may
provide benefit to those with asthma and other inflammatory diseases. Dandelion helps skin disorders and cleansing. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Dandelion Leaf is also effective at stimulating a sluggish
gallbladder, which is responsible for storing and excreting bile as the
body needs it. This natural herb is effective at promoting blood purity,
which helps reduce the burden placed on the liver to filter out toxins.
By helping to purify the blood, Dandelion Leaf allows the liver to more
effectively perform its function. </span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">A natural source of minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc and iron</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Provides the Vitamins A, B, C, and D</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Acts as a blood purifying agent</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">A mild laxative for constipation symptoms</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Contains the antioxidant luteolin</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Stimulates urinary function to help flush out toxins (diuretic)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes optimal digestive function</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Supports normal bile production (cholagogue)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Nourishes and boosts overall liver (hepatic) performance</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Dandelion Leaf also serves to protect the liver from damage. Many
people use the herb to cleanse their liver after drinking excess amounts
of alcohol or after eating unhealthful foods. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://foreverhealthy.blogspot.com/2012/05/dandelions-are-food-not-weeds.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Read more about dandelions</span></a> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">BARLEY GRASS</span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Barley grass is an excellent source of chlorophyll and antioxidants, and provides a wide range
of vitamins and minerals including calcium, potassium, silica and iron, plus
vitamins A, B1, B2, folic acid, C, E and K, manganese, copper, zinc, magnesium,
cobalt, sulphur plus many of the nutrients and enzymes commonly found in dark
green vegetables.
</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Barley grass is said to have 30 times more vitamin B1 and
11 times the amount of calcium than there is in cow’s
milk, 6.5 times as much carotene and nearly 5 times the iron
content of spinach, close to seven times the vitamin C in
oranges, four times the vitamin B1 in whole wheat flour, and
80 micrograms of vitamin B12 per 100 grams of dried barley
plant juice. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">What barley grass can do:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to alkalize the body.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps in cell DNA <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD5">repair</span>; anti-aging.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Barley grass acts as a free radical scavenger, reducing the amount of free radicals in the blood.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps in improving skin health.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to stimulate <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD3">weight loss</span>. </span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Barley grass helps in the <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD9">treatment of arthritis</span>; it also provides <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD1">relief from arthritis pain</span>.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps in <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD6">the treatment of asthma</span>.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to combat blood clots.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Barley grass helps to combat cancer.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to reduce low density lipoprotein (LDL) <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD4">cholesterol</span> (the 'bad' cholesterol) levels.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Barley grass is helpful against diabetes; it also helps to delay or
prevent blood vessel damage which could be caused by diabetes.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to reduce fatigue.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Barley grass helps in relieving inflammation in various parts of the body; it also reduces inflammation-related pain.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to treat <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD2">migraine</span>.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> It helps to relieve stomach and intestinal disorders.</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It is a super anti-ager </span></span></li>
</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">OAT GRASS</span></span></span><br />
<div style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Oat
Grass is an excellent source of beta carotene, vitamin K, folic acid,
calcium, iron, protein, fiber as well as vitamin C and B vitamins. Oat
grass has a relaxing and stimulating action that nourishes and
strengthens the nervous system. It may be valuable for arthritis, hair loss, sexual function,
rheumatism, stress, depression, debility, exhaustion, nerve tremors,
epilepsy, convalescence, palpitations, nervous headache, nervous
stomach, nervous breakdown, cholesterol balance, herpes, and menopausal
symptoms. It is also used for thyroid and estrogen deficiencies,
degenerative diseases such as MS, and for colds, especially recurrent or
persistent.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Research
now shows that it contains the anti-tumor compound b-sitosterol. This
shows some suggestion that the chances of cancer in the bowel may be
reduced by eating oat grass regularly, as well as cancers in general.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Oat grass is extremely rich in antioxidants, including polyphenols
and one powerful antioxidant called tricin, a flavone compound that exerts
smooth muscle relaxing properties, making it beneficial in gastro-intestinal
cramping. Green oats are also high in beta-glucan, which helps stimulate immune
functions.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">HORSETAIL</span></span></div>
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Horsetail is valued more for its health benefits due to a number of great
minerals and other nutrients it contains, such as manganese, calcium,
iron, flavonoids, caffeic acid esters, saponins, tannins, alkaloids,
fatty acids, phytosterols, glycosides, phenolic acids, aconitic acid,
and silica. Similar to Alfalfa plant, Horsetail is capable of absorbing
unique minerals from the earth like silica which are not found in many
other plants.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Horsetail is known for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial,
antimicrobial, antioxidant, coagulant, demulcent, diuretic and
astringent activity.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Reportedly, it has been used in the treatment of a
number of health conditions which include brittle bone, hair, teeth and
nails, white spots on nails, gingivitis, tonsillitis, inflammation of
the mucous membranes of the mouth, rheumatic disorders, edema,
osteoarthritis, diabetes, acne, wounds, itchiness, rashes, burns,
frostbite, chilblains, athlete's foot, cracked and tired feet, drawing
out pus from boils and carbuncles, ulcers, fistulas, herpes simplex,
dyspepsia (impaired digestion), gastrointestinal conditions,
cardiovascular diseases, respiratory tract infections, bronchitis,
fever, malaria, bladder problems, urinary tract infection, bed wetting
in children, kidney stones (nephrolithiasis), prostate problems,
hemorrhoids, muscle cramps, tumors, broken bones, fractures, sprains,
nose bleed and other heavy bleeding.</span></span></div>
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Horsetail is also known to
strengthen the body's immune system.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">PARSLEY LEAF</span></span></span></div>
</div>
<div style="color: black;">
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Parsley is an excellent source of vitamins A, B, C, E and K, as well as
calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, manganese and potassium. Parsley
also contains antioxidants, works as a diuretic, increases energy and
possesses antiseptic properties. Parsley benefits the body so greatly
that it is not surprising that this herb has made the transition from
ancient to modern medicine. Parsley is high in vitamin A, beta-carotene and vitamin C. As a
wholesome organic-food it is also a good choice for bone health with
vitamin K (536 mg in an average serving).</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Traditionally. parsley
has been used for congestion and inflammation of the kidneys and
bladder, gravel, stones, and urine retention. The root and leaves are
excellent for the liver and spleen. It is also one of the best reliefs
for edema, helping when other remedies have failed; parsley is a very
reliable diuretic remedy often ignored today. </span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Parsley can prevent tumors, benefits the heart, improves the quality of the blood and strengthens the immune system.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">AMERICAN BASIL</span></span></span></div>
</div>
<div style="color: black;">
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Basil is a well known antiseptic, analgesic, and
antidepressant. It is a carminative with antispasmodic properties. It helps the nervous and digestive systems and stimulates blood flow. It is a natural espectorant and treats chronic and acute cough. It is a natural febrifuge that reduces fever. It stimulates the adrenal cortex and stomach, is a natural tonic and aphrodisiac, and is also used to treat respiratory tract problems such as cough, cold, bronchitis, and asthma and improves blood circulation.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></span></div>
<ul style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Basil leaves contain many
notable plant derived
chemical compounds that are known to have disease preventing and health
promoting properties.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Basil herb contains many <span style="font-style: italic;">polyphenolic flavonoids</span>
like orientin
and vicenin.
These compounds were tested in vitro laboratory studies for possible
antioxidant protection against radiation-induced lipid per-oxidation
in mouse liver.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Basil leaves contains many
health benefiting
essential oils such as <span style="font-style: italic;">eugenol,
citronellol, linalool, citral, limonene</span> and <span style="font-style: italic;">terpineol.</span> These
compounds are known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial
properties.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
The herbs parts are very low
in
calories and contain no
cholesterol, but are very rich source of many essential nutrients,
minerals, and vitamins that are essential for optimum health.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Basil herb contains
exceptionally high levels
of <span style="font-style: italic;">beta-carotene</span>,
<span style="font-style: italic;">vitamin
A</span>,
<span style="font-style: italic;">cryptoxanthin,
lutein </span>and <span style="font-style: italic;">zea-xanthin</span>.
These compounds help act as protective scavengers against
oxygen-derived free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS) that
play a role in aging and various disease process.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Zeaxanthin,
a yellow flavonoid carotenoid compound, is selectively
absorbed
into
the retinal
macula lutea where it found to filter harmful UV rays from
reaching
retina. Herbs, fruits, and vegetables that are rich in this compound
help to protect
from <span style="font-style: italic;">age related
macular disease</span> (AMRD), especially in the
elderly. </span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Vitamin A is known to have antioxidant
properties and is essential for vision. It is also required for
maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin. Consumption of natural
foods rich in vitamin-A has been found to help body protect from lung
and oral
cavity cancers.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Vitamin K in basil is
essential for many
coagulant factors in the blood and plays vital role in the bone
strengthening function by helping mineralization process in the bones.</span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Basil herb contains good
amount
of minerals like
potassium, manganese, copper, and magnesium. Potassium is an important
component of cell and body fluids, which helps control heart rate and
blood pressure. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the
antioxidant enzyme, <span style="font-style: italic;">superoxide
dismutase.</span></span></span>
</li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Basil leaves are an excellent source of iron, contains 3.17
mg/100 g of fresh leaves (about 26% of RDA). Iron, being a component of
hemoglobin inside the red blood cells, determines the oxygen carrying
capacity of the blood.</span></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">HOLY BASIL</span></span></span></div>
<div style="color: black;">
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Modern uses suggest Holy Basil can enhance cerebral circulation and
memory, relieve mental fog and cloudy thinking. It is sometimes used to
help treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit
hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and some types of depression. It is used to prevent cavities, for lung disorders, asthma, heart disease, kidney stones, headaches, immunity and anti-aging.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The reported physical benefits of Holy Basil include:</span></span></div>
<ul style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotion of longevity</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Greater ability to maintain homeostasis and a healthy response to stressful situations</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Greater ability to maintain healthy cortisol levels and hormonal balance</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Greater ability to maintain a healthy inflammatory response</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes metabolic efficiency and greater ability to maintain blood sugar within a normal range</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Greater resistance to bacterial infection, viral infection and fevers as well as the common cold</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes respiratory health, and has been found to be helpful with allergies, bronchitis and asthma</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes digestive health including gas and cramps</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes eye health</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Helps protect against the damaging effects of radiation
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Exhibits
antioxidant activity and contains polyphenols, Eugenol, Methyl
Eugenol, Carophylene, Ursolic acid, Oleanoic acid and Rosmarinic acid</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Also used topically for insect bites and skin diseases</span></span></li>
</ul>
<div style="color: #660000;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">CHICKWEED</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Nutrients in chickweed are beta-carotene, B vitamins (<b style="font-weight: normal;">B1/Thiamin</b><b style="font-weight: normal;">,
B2/Riboflavin,
B3/Niacin</b>)<b style="font-weight: normal;">, Vitamin
C</b>, Bio-flavonoids (including glycoside rutin)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
Coumarins/coumarines, GLA/Gamma-linoleic Acid (omega-6 essential
fatty acid)<b> <span style="font-weight: normal;">and </span></b><b><b style="font-weight: normal;">calcium</b><b>,</b> </b>
<b style="font-weight: normal;">copper</b><b style="font-weight: normal;">,</b><b><b> </b></b><b style="font-weight: normal;">
magnesium</b><b>,</b><b><b>
</b></b><b style="font-weight: normal;">potassium,</b><b><b>
</b></b><b style="font-weight: normal;">iron,
manganese,
silicon</b><b style="font-weight: normal;">,
zinc.</b> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Chickweed has numerous benefits, some of which include its use for
treating chest infections. It is also good for treating rheumatism and
other causes of joint inflammation. Chickweed is also a circulatory
tonic that contains astringent and diuretic properties. Chickweed has been shown to benefit a variety of other ailments
including psoriasis, cough and stomach ulcers.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Chickweed is a mild diuretic that contains saponins. This helps to
emulsify the fat cells and flush them out of the body. Some believe it
to be effective for balancing metabolism, which can potentially regulate
the thyroid resulting in weight loss. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Chickweed is a natural diuretic, which means it helps flush out the
kidneys, which usually results in reduced bloating. It also helps to
alleviate water weight gain and fluid retention. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Benefits of Chickweed:</b></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Like most wild food it is super high in vitamins and minerals (Iron,
Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, Zinc, Potassium, Vitamin C and A). It is
higher in iron and zinc than any domesticated green. Zinc and Iron are
especially important for those who choose to be vegetarian</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Helps maintain healthy weight (contains saponins, which may help to bind fats and remove them from the body)</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Nourishing for the lungs</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Helps carry off cellular debris through our lymph system and it also helps clean out and clean up cysts</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Great for drawing out infections and soothing pain (excellent herb to add in your homemade salves and oil infusions)</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Great remedy for eye problems (sties, conjunctivitis, pink eye, etc.)</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">MORINGA LEAF</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><b style="font-weight: normal;">Moringa,</b></b><b> </b><span class="maintext">with it’s</span> <b style="font-weight: normal;">90+ verifiable nutrients</b>, <span class="maintext">not only</span> contains all these elements, <span class="maintext">but also has significant portions of Vitamins B, B1, B2, B3, D, and E, polyphenols (antioxidants), other minerals, fiber,</span> and is one of the highest, naturally occurring sources of<b> </b><b style="font-weight: normal;">chlorophyll.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">According to the annals of the ayurveda, India’s old tradition of
medicines, the leaves of the Moringa Tree could treat at least 300
diseases. Moringa leaf boosts your energy in a natural manner, and is a remarkable source of nutrition.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Moringa leaf can lower the blood pressure and promotes good
sleep. It can also purify water since it has a detoxifying effect. Also a
coagulant agent, Moringa can attach itself to hazardous bacteria and
other materials, a process that is surmised to occur in the body too.
The happy outcome is more sustained energy without any over-activity,
balanced hormone and gland system, controlled blood pressure, and a
rested nervous system.</span></span> <br />
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Increases the natural defenses of the body</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Provides nourishment to the eyes and the brain.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes metabolism with bio-available ingredients</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes the cell structure of the body</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes natural serum cholesterol.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Lowers the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes the normal functioning of the liver and the kidney.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Beautifies the skin</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes energy</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes proper digestion</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Acts as an antioxidant</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Takes care of the immune system of the body</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes healthy circulatory system</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It is an anti-inflammatory</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Gives a feeling of general wellness</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Supports the normal sugar levels of the body.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">WHEAT GRASS</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: #151b54;"><span style="color: black;">This
grass is a balanced source of nutrition. It contains high levels of
vitamins, minerals, amino acids, protein, enzymes, chlorophyll and
mucopolysaccharides. Further, it's known to be highly alkalizing to the
body and helps with detoxification.</span> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Today,
it's known that green cereal grasses such as wheat grass contain beta-carotene, vitamins K
and C, folic acid, calcium, iron, protein, fiber, chlorophyll and many
of the B vitamins. Although
the mechanisms by which it promotes health are not known at this time,
they've been said to fight and prevent cancer, lower cholesterol and
blood pressure, boost the immune system, speed wound healing, promote
good digestion and healthy skin, detoxify pollutants from the body and
protect against the damaging effects of radiation.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://foreverhealthy.blogspot.com/2012/05/wheatgrass-juice-its-spectacular.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Read more about wheatgrass</span></a></span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana,geneva; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;">GINGER ROOT</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="section-left">Ginger has a wide variety of effects on the
human body and is known to be effective for the treatment of cataracts,
amenorrhea, heart disease, migraines, stroke, , angina, athlete's foot,
colds, bursitis, chronic fatigue, tendinitis, flu, coughs, depression,
dizziness, fever, erectile difficulties, infertility, kidney stones,
Raynaud's disease, sciatica, and viral infections.
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ginger has been used for in cooking and traditional medicine for
thousands of years. It is currently one of the most widely used herbs
worldwide.
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ginger has been used traditionally for a long time to treat nausea.
Scientific evidence confirms its uses as an herbal remedy for nausea
and related ailments such as morning sickness and motion sickness.
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ginger contains many antifungal compounds which make it a popular herb for treating athlete's foot.
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Studies have shown that ginger inhibits the production of cytokines,
which promote inflammation. Therefore, the traditional Indian use for
treating inflammation is gaining new found popularity.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Some of the other traditional Asian uses for ginger include stimulating the appetite, promoting perspiration, and fighting body odor. </span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It has been used to treat pain and traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicinal uses include ginger in herbal arthritis treatment.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Treatment of joint pain, especially those conditions caused by poor circulation, is another popular use of this herb.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Heart health is another benefit of ginger use. It has been shown to
slow the production of LDL and triglycerides in the liver and prevent
the clotting and aggregation of platelets in the blood vessels,
associated with atherosclerosis and blood clots. </span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ginger has been used to treat common gastrointestinal complaints such as flatulence, indigestions and diarrhea. It has also been shown to lessen the severity of menstrual cramps.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The ginger root has also been used to treat some of the symptoms of common cold and flu such as loosening phlegm and treating chills.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Cough, asthma, halitosis, high fever, sinusitis, menstrual cramps and colic have been treated traditionally with ginger.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It is a popular herbal remedy for heartburn.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;">YACON LEAF</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It appears that substances in yacon have
antioxidant, anti-microbial,
blood sugar lowering, and liver protecting properties. Traditionally, Yacon has been used in South America both as food and to help
control blood sugar and improve digestion. The fructooligosaccharide (FOS) in
Yacon is an indigestible sugar that is low in calories and does not appear to
have a significant effect on increasing blood sugar levels. Not only that, this
product is a prebiotic, feeding friendly bacteria and boosting the immune
system.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Yacon leaves contain a rich myriad of vitamins and minerals. In
South America, tea from the yacon leaf has long been used as an herbal
remedy for diabetes and high blood pressure. Research indicates that
yacon leaves are effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. The yacon
leaves oligofructose properties act similar to insulin in the body and
reduces the burden on the pancreas. Studies also suggest that yacon
leaves are beneficial for those with hypertension. By thinning the blood
Yacon can lower blood pressure by 5 to 10 percent. It can also lower
cholesterol and discourage clot formation. Yacon leaves also stimulate
the body to break down fatty cells while boosting the metabolism. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Some possible benefits of yacon leaf may include:</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Normalizing blood sugar levels</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Reducing blood pressure</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Reducing the risk of atherosclerosis</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Reducing the risk of osteoporosis</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Prebiotic & antioxidant properties</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Nourishing & protecting the liver</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">● Natural antibacterial & antifungal properties</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">CAROB POD</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Carob contains vitamins A, B, B1, B2, B3, B6, D; calcium; iron;
potassium; magnesium; manganese; and about 8 percent protein. It's also
very rich in fiber and pectin, and low in sodium. One tablespoon of
carob powder contains two grams of fiber and one cup contains about 40
grams. Pectin helps to eliminate toxins from the body.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Nutrition and Health Benefits of Eating Carob</b></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Carob tannins contain Gallic acid that works as an analgesic,
anti-allergic, antibacterial, antioxidant, antiviral and antiseptic.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Carob improves digestion and lowers cholesterol level in the blood.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It is used for treating diarrhea in children and adults alike.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Since it does not contain caffeine, carob benefits people with high blood pressure.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Regular use of carob helps in preventing lung cancer.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The vitamin E content in carob helps in treating cough, flu, anemia and osteoclasis.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The Gallic acid in carob helps in preventing and treating polio in children.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Carob fights against osteoporosis, due to its richness in phosphorus and calcium.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Carob pod husks are chewed by singers to clear the voice and throat.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">SHILAJIT</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Shilajit is a very potent antioxidant that helps fight free radicals
and oxidation of the body’s cells. For this reason, it is thought to
promote longevity.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This substance is said to be able to reduce pain, treat all types of
arthritis, treat joint and muscle pain and treat inflammation. Many
people consume Shilajit for these health conditions, especially as they
get older.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Shilajit can strengthen the nervous system and help with stress,
mental fatigue, epilepsy, anxiety and depression. It can also promote
better concentration and is thought to increase learning ability and
enhance memory.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It’s used to treat heart related ailments and maintain normal blood
pressure. Shilajit is beneficial to the digestive system, stomach and
intestines. It can relieve indigestion, gastritis, constipation, and
pain in the abdomen.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It protects and enhances the workings of the kidneys, pancreas and thyroid gland. It increases blood circulation, as well.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Shilajit is considered a protector of the liver, as it maintains
proper secretion of enzymes and juices that are essential to healthy
metabolism. It possesses anti-microbial action that protects the body.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It is a strong immune system booster and protects the body from all
types of illnesses, diseases and infections. It can be used to treat
many respiratory problems, like cough and asthma. Shilajit is an
anti-histamine and can be used for allergies.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Shilajit can increase physical strength, energy and stamina, making
it great for hard working people and athletes. It increases sperm count
in men and regulates sex hormones. It is thought to be a sexual
enhancer.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Many people with diabetes consume Shilajit, as it helps metabolize
blood glucose. It removes harmful toxins from the body and helps fight
new toxin build-up.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">In India, it is believed that there is almost no curable disease that can’t be assisted with the consumption of Shilajit.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="color: #660000;">AMLA BERRY</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Regular use of Amla benefits in acidity, fevers, colic,
vomiting, insomnia, vision problems, excessive thirst, skin and hair problems, burning
sensation of the body. It is a detoxifier, laxative, tonic, diuretic and
digestive too.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Amla benefits in problems
related to aging and improves the haemoglobin content of the blood,
erases age spots on the skin, reduces blood sugar, clears and gives a
glowing skin, reduces hair fall, stops nosebleed, strengthens the liver,
is a brain tonic, a heart tonic, increases fertility, improves the
functioning of the urinary system, improves muscle tone, acts as an
antioxidant, lowers cholesterol, strengthens teeth and nails, treats
leucorrhoea. It is beneficial in semen defects, joins broken bones and
the list goes on. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Benefits of Amla</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• <i>Cure skin disorders:</i> It is very
useful in skin diseases as it has sheet virya in potency. It inhibits
pitta and thus helps in getting relief from all the skin disorders
caused by pitta dominance. Regular intake of Amla promotes glow on skin
and delays wrinkles or loosening of skin. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• <i>Control hair loss:</i>
Its internal use as well as its local application on scalp helps to
control hair loss. It stimulates hair follicles thus promoting hair
growth and also improves texture of the hair. It also prevents premature
graying of hairs and dandruff.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• <i>Improves eyesight:</i><b> </b>It is
very useful in improving eyesight. It also counters diseases like
reddening, itching and watering of eyes. It has also shown some good
results in cataracts.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">• <i>Control sugar level: </i>It is also
very useful in controlling blood sugar level. Prepare a mixture of amla,
jamun and bitter gourd powder (equal quantities). Take one teaspoonful
of this mixture once or twice a day to make your diabetes under control.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://foreverhealthy.blogspot.com/2012/04/amazing-indian-amla-berry-for-skin-hair.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Read more about amla berry</span></a></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">SPIRULINA</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Spirulina is an excellent source of potassium, calcium, zinc, magnesium,
manganese, selenium, iron and phosphorus. Packed full of phytochemicals,
spirulina has significant amounts of protein, essential amino acids,
essential fatty acids, chlorophyll, carotenoids including beta-carotene,
vitamins, minerals, unique pigments and polysaccharides. Spirulina also
has probiotic compounds that enhance health through preserving resident
intestinal microflora, especially lactic acid bacilli and
bifidobacteria, and decreasing the level of Candida albicans. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Researchers also found that Spirulina produces an immunostimulating
effect by enhancing the resistance of humans, mammals, chickens and fish
to infections by stimulating the production of antibodies, cytokines,
macrophages, T and B cells. Liver-protective properties of
Spirulina are attributed to its antiinflammatory, antioxidant,
membrane-stabilizing, and immunocorrecting actions. Spirulina
sulfolipids have also proved to be active against HIV and whole
Spirulina biomass against herpesvirus, cytomegalovirus, and influenza
virus. Spirulina extracts have also been shown to reduce cholesterol,
inhibit development of abnormal growths and prevent allergic reactions,
including anaphylaxis.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Spirulina has a history of use as actual food in Chad
where locals traditionally consume 9-13 grams per meal, and these meals
make up from 10 to 60% of daily food ingesion. Research on the
traditional usage of Spirulina as a food was done by Delpeuch and others
and published in 1976 in the article entitled, Consumption as food and
nutritional composition of blue-green algae among populations in the
Kanem region of Chad (Ann. Nutr. Aliment. 29: 497-516). After this report, the United Nation's FAO organized an educational campaign in Chad
to encourage consumption of Spirulina harvested from natural sources
and more than 6000 meals were distributed under the supervision of the
FAO. As a top source of chlorophyll, beta-carotene and protein and to
detoxify the kidneys and liver and inhibit the growth of fungi, bacteria
and yeasts, Dr. Susan M. Lark, M.D., who specializes in preventive
medicine and clinical nutrition in Los Altos, Calif and teaches at
Stanford University Medical School, recommends Spirulina daily. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://foreverhealthy.blogspot.com/2012/04/spirulina-one-of-oldest-healthiest.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Read more about spirulina</span></a> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">CHLORELLA</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Chlorella
helps build the immune system and detoxify heavy metals and other
poisons in the body. It improves the digestive and elimination system,
normalizes blood sugar and blood pressure levels, increases and
clarifies focus and attention, builds the blood, improves energy level, balances body pH,
and cleanses the breath. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Chlorella contains the complete vitamin B
complex with more B-12 than liver (which may not be assimilable by the body, though) . It also has abundant amounts of
vitamin C, vitamin E, a broad spectrum of enzymes including pepsin for
digestion, beta-carotene, iron, zinc, macro minerals such as calcium,
magnesium, zinc, potassium, rare trace minerals, essential fatty acids
including gamma linolenic acid (GLA), and polysaccharides. Chlorella is
18% chlorella growth factor, up to 10% RNA, and up to 3% DNA. Its
chlorophyll content is higher than the other algae and grasses. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">The
tough outer cell wall of chlorella, which we open in our unique
processing technique allowing access vital nutrients, provides a fiber
that eliminates toxins, pesticides and heavy metals by chemically
binding them in digestive tract. It aids the body in the breakdown of
hydrocarbons and metallic toxins such as DDT, PCB, mercury, cadmium and
lead, while strengthening the immune system. This fibrous broken outer
cell wall also provides material that greatly enhances digestion and
health of the digestive tract. The chlorophyll in chlorella has a
magnesium ion at its center, giving it remarkable red blood cell
building ability. This makes it an excellent transporter of oxygen and
bloodstream cleanser. Chlorella stimulates the activity of T-cells and
macrophages by increasing interferon levels. This enhances the immune
system's ability to combat foreign invaders such as bacteria, viruses,
chemicals and foreign proteins. It is a power cancer fighter.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://foreverhealthy.blogspot.com/2012/04/chlorella-is-one-of-top-anti-aging.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Read more about chlorella</span></a> </span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">KELP</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The benefits of kelp are legion, and the praise it receives from
natural health researchers shows no sign of ending. Let’s take a look at
those benefits now.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Good source of iodine</i> – Kelp contains high amounts of iodine, which
helps to improve thyroid function (iodine regulates thyroid hormones),
maintains the health of our metabolism and immune system, and guards us against radiation poisoning.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Anti-inflammatory properties</i> – Like hijiki and other brown algae, kelp contains the sulfated carbohydrate molecule fucoidan, which is a potent anti-inflammatory.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Good source of iron</i> – Like most sea vegetables, kelp contains a large
amount of iron, an essential mineral that is responsible for supplying
our blood cells with oxygen. Many people across America suffer from a deficiency in iron, which can lead to chronic fatigue, skin ailments, brittle fingernails, and more.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Antioxidants</i> – Like blueberries
and several other superfoods, kelp contains antioxidants, which are
substances that can protect our bodies’ cells from free radicals and
other potentially hazardous elements.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Prevention against cancer</i> – The anti-cancer benefits of kelp are
well-documented. For example, a study at the University of California,
Berkeley found that a kelp-rich diet helped prevent estrogen cancer in
women due to its phytoestrogen content (phytoestrogen is nature’s
estrogen ‘backup’). Japanese women, who regularly incorporate kelp into
their diet, demonstrate much lower instances of ovarian and breast
cancer than their kelp-shy Western counterparts.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Aside from the health benefits listed above, one serving of kelp
(10g) will provide us with 2% of our RDA of calcium, 1% of our RDA of
vitamin C, and 1% of our RDA of dietary fiber. It also contains zero
fat, cholesterol, or sugars, and only 4 calories, which makes it an
excellent food for weight loss. On the negative side, kelp is quite high
in sodium.</span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The nutrients in kelp can provide significant benefits to your skin,
nails and hair in the form of a healthier looking complexion and
stronger nails and hair. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp comes from the sea which is rich in vital minerals and
nutrients, so it makes sense that it might contain a number of health
promoting properties.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>These include: </b></span></span></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp stimulates and boosts your immune system</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp helps fights cancer</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp helps prevent heart disease</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp encourages healthy liver function</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp aids in brain development</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp helps to prevent osteoporosis</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp helps to lower cholesterol levels</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp is good for joints which reduces arthritic pain</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp kills the Herpes virus which causes cold sores</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp is a natural energy booster</span></span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp helps with digestion, flatulence and constipation</span></span></li>
</ul>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Kelp is good for fertility in both men and women</span></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">DULSE</span></span></div>
</div>
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<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Dulse is approximately 22 percent protein, extremely high in vitamins B6
and B12, and relatively low in sodium. A small amount provides more
than 100 percent of the RDA of vitamin B6, iron and fluoride as well as
66 percent RDA of vitamin B12. The sea vegetable is also quite high in
vitamin A, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, calcium, and iodine.</span></span></div>
<ul style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Supportive of Thyroid Gland</span></span></li>
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</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Excellent Source of Protein</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Prevents High Blood Pressure</span></span></li>
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</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Supportive of Nervous System</span></span></li>
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</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Muscle Strength</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Prevent Muscle Cramping</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Prevent Kidney Disorders</span></span></li>
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</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Excellent Source of Iodine</span></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">BLADDERWRACK</span></span></div>
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Bladderwrack is rich in iodine, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium,
sulfur, silicon and iron and high in some B-complex vitamins. It
contains moderate amounts of phosphorus, selenium, manganese and zinc
and small amounts of vitamins A, C, E and G. It also contains
anti-sterility vitamin S as well as vitamin K. It is rich in algin and
mannitol, carotene.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Bladderwrack has anti-estrogenic properties and can boost levels of
progesterone. This makes it useful for regulating menstrual cycles for
women who menstruate irregularly. The anti-estrogenic and prostergonic
properties can also reduce the risk of breast and ovarian cancer among
women.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Bladderwrack contains a compound called fucoidan that has anti-aging
properties. Fucoidan promotes the retention of collagen while decreasing
skin thickness and improving skin's elasticity. </span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Traditional Uses of Bladderwrack:</b></span></span></div>
<ul style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For thyroid gland and metabolism</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For hypothyroidism and goiter</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For irritated and inflamed body tissues</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For weight loss related to thyroid problems</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For fat burning during exercise</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For stamina</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For cholesterol and blood glucose levels</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For dietary fiber</span></span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
</span></span>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For anti-bacterial properties</span></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;">PROBIOTICS</span></span></div>
<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The following health benefits are associated with the intake of daily doses of probiotics. <sup> </sup></span></span></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Enhanced immune system response</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Reduces negative affects of taking many types of antibiotics</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Aids in preventing and treating colon inflammation following surgery</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Helps to prevent eczema in youth</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Increased ability to digest food</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Therapeutic for viral respiratory tract infections by enhancing the overall immune system</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Reduces lactose intolerance </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Reduces incidence of yeast infections, vaginitis and candidiasis</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Increases ability to assimilate the nutrients from food</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Alleviates many common digestive disorders such as constipation, diarrhea and IBS</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Acts as a remedy for bad breath (halitosis)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Increases ability to synthesize vitamin B</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Increases ability to absorb calcium</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Promotes anti-tumor and anti-cancer activity in the body</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Published in the New England Journal of Medicine, this man's face, especially the left side (which received more sun), is possibly the most compelling argument for wearing sunscreen. Every day, all day, and lots of it (but also being conscious of vitamin D levels). If anyone every doubted that the sun causes skin damage, here is proof right here that it does, especially for individuals who may be more sensitive to the sun's damaging rays.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Read on to find out exactly why the left side of the man's face is dramatically more aged.</span><br />
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man is Billy McElligott a 69-year-old truck driver, making his living behind the wheel for the
past 28 years. Half of his face looks normal for his age, but because he spent daytime
hours with the sun to his left for nearly three decades, the left side of his
face looks decades older.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The name for his condition is <i>unilateral
dermatoheliosis (</i>one-sided photoaging). Driving with the sun beating down
on his face and arm exposed the patient to damaging UVA rays for hours each
day, just as if he had been lying on a beach with that skin exposed. Even with
the window closed, UVA rays can penetrate window glass if not tinted enough to
protect passengers inside the vehicle.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The doctor's orders for McElligott? Sun protection, topical retinoids, and skin cancer monitoring. Car windows can also be tinted to protect against harmful UV rays.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">How dangerous is one-sided photoaging?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Sun
worshippers pay a price for enjoying those drives in the sunshine, experts say.
Researchers at the <a data-rapid_p="4" href="http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/medical/health/medical/cancer/story/2011/06/US-drivers-more-likely-to-develop-skin-cancers-on-left-arm/48414006/1" target="_blank">University of Washington</a> studied cancer cases tracked by the U.S. government. Their
findings, published in the <i>American
Academy of Dermatology, </i>showed
that when melanoma affected one side of a person’s body, it was on the left
side—the driver’s side—52 percent of the time. Merkel cell cancers, another
type of skin cancer, appeared on the left side in 53 percent of cases.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This
isn’t the first evidence that motoring in the sun might be linked to skin
cancer. A 2010 study of 1,047 skin cancer patients at the Saint Louis
University School of Medicine, published in the same journal, came to the same
conclusion: in both men and women, more skin cancers were found on the left
side of the body than the right. And in Australia, where people drive on
the right-hand side of the road, drivers’ right arms and right sides of their
faces get the sun exposure. A 1986 study found that a majority of precancerous
growths among Australian men occurred on their right sides.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Tinting
window glass does afford some protection; compared to untinted glass, it
admits 3.8
percent fewer UVA rays. The most protective color is gray, which admits
only 0.9 percent of UVA light, compared to 62.8 percent of UVA light admitted
through clear glass. (UVB rays don’t penetrate glass to a dangerous degree.)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">But
tinted glass can pose visibility issues. “People who are considering tinting
their windows should take their car to a professional auto detailing shop, in
order to ensure that the tinting meets the federally mandated 70 percent of
minimum visible light transmittance through the windshield,” advises the American Academy of Dermatology. Auto glass tinting
can be regulated by state law, and professional detailers will be aware of
those guidelines.</span></span></div>
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Do you want to add beautiful highlights to your hair this summer? There are a number of ways to naturally lighten your hair without going to the salon.
Here are some ways to naturally lighten your hair color using natural methods.</div>
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outside your window is a natural and incredibly strong force that will
lighten brown hair in a relatively short time. That is, of course, the
sun. You have probably noticed that your hair is usually lighter during
the summer when you’re outdoors more. But if you want to know how to
bleach hair naturally then simply lie down outside. Cover your body and face with
cloth and spread your hair so that it will absorb those pure, golden
rays. You will have incredibly beautiful — and natural — hair
highlights, and, if you spend enough time outside, your hair coloring
will be as light as you could possibly wish.</span></div>
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peroxide has been used to lighten hair for decades although it shouldn't be used for long periods of time. It’s not nearly as
natural as sun, but it surely beats a bottle of chemicals from
the drugstore. Some people report success with pure hydrogen peroxide. </span></div>
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is very important to first test out this concoction! Use a Q-tip and
test on a small amount of hair near the back of the neck line. In this
way, if something really funky happens, it will be hidden by your other
hair. Wait 24 hours and see what’s happened and that everything is okay
before you go ahead and use the hydrogen peroxide on your
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It turns out that a form of hydrogen peroxide actually forms in honey
(it has to be diluted with water), meaning it can be use as a
lightener, too! It’s a slightly more complicated process, and is not
used with heat, like lemon. For more information, here is <a href="http://ktanihairsense.blogspot.com/2009/11/part-4-of-4-on-innovativee-approaches.html" target="_blank">an informative post</a> on using honey as a lightener. <span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></div>
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juice is a more natural alternative than hydrogen peroxide. One fresh
lemon will give you approximately 2 tablespoons of a lemon juice. Mix
this juice with approximately 6 tablespoons of water and rub it in to
your dry hair [more juice if your hair is long, less juice if it's
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<span style="font-size: small;">Allow the juice to remain on your hair for several hours before you rinse it out. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">If
you repeat this for several days [the time depends on YOUR hair] you
will have very natural hair highlights. Of course, if you also take your
lemon juice covered hair out in the sunshine that will speed the
process up. The best thing about using lemon juice as a hair colorant is
that it looks very natural.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Chamomile Tea</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Yes,
hair coloring with tea is possible.</span> Freshly brewed chamomile tea is an excellent home remedy to lighten
dirty blond and light brown hair without causing any damage. Brew a
strong pot of tea by allowing at least thirty minutes for the tea to
steep. Allow the tea to cool, and then add a few tablespoons to your
conditioner and put the rest in an empty shampoo bottle. When bathing,
wash your hair with the tea instead of your normal shampoo, and then
condition with the chamomile conditioner mix. Air dry your hair by
sitting in the sun if possible. Like lemon juice, chamomile tea slowly
changes the pigment of your hair so don't expect extreme results after
one application. However, the tea has no potential to dry or damage hair
so feel free to use it daily until you achieve the results you want.<span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="color: #660000; font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Cinnamon</span></span> </span></div>
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Ground cinnamon is another home remedy that will lighten up your
strands. Mix three tablespoons of cinnamon in with four tablespoons of
your favorite conditioner to create a paste, or you could mix it with honey, olive oil and lemon juice to make a lightening paste. Massage the mixture onto
your head and comb it through to make sure your strands are evenly
coated for best results. Leave the
mixture on your head for a minimum of four hours, though sleeping with
it on overnight will produce the best results. Rinse your hair and
repeat this process until you achieve the shade you want or to maintain
color. Cinnamon has the potential to lighten your hair by two to three
shades.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Olive Oil</span></div>
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Olive oil contains lightening agents in addition to its undeniable
ability to give hair a certain softness and sheen. It's excellent for
counteracting any drying effects lemon juice may have on your hair. Mix a
tablespoon or two of olive oil in a cup of water with one tablespoon of
pure lemon juice. Massage mixture into hair and leave to soak for 30
minutes. Rinse well; two shampoos may be required to completely remove
the olive oil.</div>
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<b>Other ingredients to help lighten hair:</b> apple cider vinegar, baking soda, rhubarb, black tea.<br />
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Try one, try all, mix them together and use as a paste. Get creative!</div>
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<b>You might want to think twice before using calcium supplements. More is not better, synthetic is not better.</b></div>
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An analysis of data on nearly 24,000 people followed for over a decade suggests <b>taking calcium supplements may increase the risk of having a heart
attack</b>. This is serious stuff. This is the main finding of a study published online this week in the journal <i>Heart</i> that also concludes boosting overall calcium intake
through dietary sources brings no significant benefit in terms of reducing risk of heart disease or stroke.</div>
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The researchers say calcium supplements, which are often recommended to the elderly and women after menopause
to protect against bone thinning, should
be <b>"taken with caution"</b>.</div>
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The study is based on data collected on participants who were aged 35
to 64 years old between 1994 and 1998 when they joined one of the German
arms of the
EPIC (European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition)
study in Heidelberg.</div>
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At the start of the study the participants filled in questionnaires that
assessed their diet for the previous 12 months, and they also answered
questions about
regular intake of vitamin and mineral supplements.</div>
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Their health was followed for an average of 11 years afterwards. During this time, the group experienced 354 heart attacks and 260 strokes, and 267
participants died of related causes.</div>
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When they analyzed the results, the researchers ranked them according
to levels of calcium intake, and examined them from various points of
view, such as
calcium intake including supplements, and the effect of supplements
alone. They also adjusted them to remove as far as possible effects
from other known
influencing factors.</div>
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They found participants with a moderate intake of calcium from all
sources (820mg a day, including supplements) had a 31% lower risk of
heart attack than the
ones in the bottom 25% of calcium intake.</div>
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But those who calcium intake from all sources, including supplements,
was higher than 1,100mg a day did not have a significantly lower risk of
heart attack than
the bottom intake group.</div>
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Plus, the researchers found no link between raised or lowered risk of
stroke for any level of calcium intake from all sources, which they say
reflects the findings
of other studies.</div>
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However, when they looked at the results for supplements only, <b>they
found the participants who took calcium supplements on a regular basis
had an 86% higher
risk of having a heart attack than those who did not take any
supplements at all.</b></div>
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And for participants who only took calcium supplements (that is no other
vitamins or mineral supplements), this figure shot up: they had more
than double the
risk of having a heart attack compared with those who took no
supplements at all.</div>
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The researchers conclude that their findings suggest:</div>
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"... increasing calcium intake from diet might not confer significant
cardiovascular benefits, while calcium supplements, which might raise
[heart attack] risk,
should be taken with caution."</blockquote>
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The study has drawn a mixed response, with some saying it adds to those
that are questioning the safety of calcium supplements, and others
pointing to the
study's limitations and calling for further studies to corroborate the
findings.</div>
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In an editorial in the same issue of the journal, Professors Ian Reid
and Mark Bolland from the Faculty of Medical and Health Science at the
University of
Auckland in New Zealand, write that calcium supplements are "now coming
under increasing scrutiny".</div>
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They refer to studies that link them to kidney stones and problems with the gut and abdominal symptoms. They also point out that while there is evidence that
they reduce levels of cardiovascular risk factors, this does not actually translate into reduction in heart attacks and strokes.</div>
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Another point they make is that women who take calcium supplements to
protect against bone thinning are already healthier than the women who
do not, and
the effect is modest anyway, around 10% only.</div>
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They say dietary calcium is helpful because it is taken in small amounts
that are absorbed throughout the day, whereas supplements tend to be
taken all in one
go, causing blood calcium levels to spike above normal, and it is this
that causes harm, they suggest.</div>
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"It is now becoming clear that taking this micronutrient in one or two
daily [doses] is not natural, in that it does not reproduce the same
metabolic effects as
calcium in food," they write, suggesting we should discourage taking
supplements to boost calcium intake.</div>
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"We should return to seeing calcium as an important component of a
balanced diet, and not as a low cost panacea to the universal problem of
postmenopausal
bone loss," they conclude.</div>
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Natasha Stewart, Senior Cardiac Nurse with the British Heart Foundation,
said while this study suggests there may be an increased risk of having
a heart attack
for people who take calcium supplements, it doesn't mean the supplements
cause heart attacks. She told the press:</div>
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"Further research is needed to shed light on the relationship between
calcium supplements and heart health. We need to determine whether
potential risks of the
supplements outweigh the benefits calcium can give sufferers of
conditions such as osteoporosis."</div>
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A new UCLA rat study is the first to show how a diet steadily high in fructose slows the brain, hampering memory and learning — and how omega-3 fatty acids can counteract the disruption. The peer-reviewed<i> Journal of Physiology</i> publishes the findings in its May 15 edition.</div>
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"Our findings illustrate that what you eat affects how you think,"
said Fernando Gomez-Pinilla, a professor of neurosurgery at the David
Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and a professor of integrative biology
and physiology in the UCLA College of Letters and Science. </div>
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"Eating a
high-fructose diet over the long term alters your brain's ability to
learn and remember information. But adding omega-3 fatty acids to your
meals can help minimize the damage."</blockquote>
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While earlier research has revealed how fructose harms the body
through its role in diabetes, obesity and fatty liver, this study is the
first to uncover how the sweetener influences the brain.</div>
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The UCLA team zeroed in on high-fructose corn syrup, an inexpensive
liquid six times sweeter than cane sugar, that is commonly added to
processed foods, including soft drinks, condiments, applesauce and baby
food. The average American consumes more than 40 pounds of high-fructose
corn syrup per year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.</div>
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<b>"We're not talking about naturally occurring fructose in fruits</b>,
which also contain important antioxidants," explained Gomez-Pinilla, who
is also a member of UCLA's Brain Research Institute and Brain Injury
Research Center. "We're concerned about high-fructose corn syrup that is
added to manufactured food products as a sweetener and preservative."</div>
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Gomez-Pinilla and study co-author Rahul Agrawal, a UCLA visiting
postdoctoral fellow from India, studied two groups of rats that each
consumed a fructose solution as drinking water for six weeks. The second
group also received omega-3 fatty acids in the form of flaxseed oil and
docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which protects against damage to the
synapses — the chemical connections between brain cells that enable
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"DHA is essential for synaptic function — brain cells' ability to
transmit signals to one another," Gomez-Pinilla said. "This is the
mechanism that makes learning and memory possible. Our bodies can't
produce enough DHA, so it must be supplemented through our diet."</div>
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The animals were fed standard rat chow and trained on a maze twice
daily for five days before starting the experimental diet. The UCLA team
tested how well the rats were able to navigate the maze, which
contained numerous holes but only one exit. The scientists placed visual
landmarks in the maze to help the rats learn and remember the way.</div>
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Six weeks later, the researchers tested the rats' ability to recall the route and escape the maze. <b>What they saw surprised them.</b></div>
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"The second group of rats navigated the maze much faster than the
rats that did not receive omega-3 fatty acids," Gomez-Pinilla said. "The
DHA-deprived animals were slower, and their brains showed a decline in
synaptic activity. Their brain cells had trouble signaling each other,
disrupting the rats' ability to think clearly and recall the route
they'd learned six weeks earlier."</div>
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The DHA-deprived rats also developed signs of resistance to insulin, a
hormone that controls blood sugar and regulates synaptic function in
the brain. A closer look at the rats' brain tissue suggested that
insulin had lost much of its power to influence the brain cells.</div>
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Gomez-Pinilla, a native of Chile and an exercise enthusiast who
practices what he preaches, advises people to keep fructose intake to a
minimum and swap sugary desserts for fresh berries.
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walnuts, chia, hemp, and flaxseeds, or take a daily DHA capsule.
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against fructose's harmful effects," said Gomez-Pinilla. "It's like
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While mental health experts warn about depression as a global
epidemic, other researchers are discovering ways we trigger our natural
production of happy chemicals that keep depression at bay, with
surprising results. All you need to do is get your fingers dirty and
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In recent years I’ve come across two completely independent bits of
research that identified key environmental triggers for two important
chemicals that boost our immune system and keep us happy - serotonin and
dopamine. What fascinated me as a permaculturist and gardener were that
the environmental triggers happen in the garden when you handle the
soil and harvest your crops.</div>
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Getting your hands dirty in the garden can increase your serotonin
levels – contact with soil and a specific soil bacteria, Mycobacterium
vaccae, triggers the release of serotonin in our brain according to
research. Serotonin is a happy chemical, a natural anti-depressant and
strengthens the immune system. Lack of serotonin in the brain causes
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Ironically, in the face of our hyper-hygienic, germicidal, protective
clothing, obsessive health-and-safety society, there's been a lot of
interesting research emerging in recent years regarding how good dirt is
for us, and dirt-deficiency in childhood is implicated in contributing
to quite a spectrum of illnesses including allergies, asthma and mental
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Another interesting bit of research relates to the release of
dopamine in the brain when we harvest products from the garden. The
researchers hypothesise that this response evolved over nearly 200,000
years of hunter gathering, that when food was found (gathered or hunted)
a flush of dopamine released in the reward centre of brain triggered a
state of bliss or mild euphoria. The dopamine release can be triggered
by sight (seeing a fruit or berry) and smell as well as by the action of
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The contemporary transference of this brain function and dopamine
high has now been recognised as the biological process at play in
consumers addiction or compulsive shopping disorder. Of course the big
retail corporations are using the findings to increase sales by
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have often remarked on the great joy I feel when I forage in the
garden, especially when I discover and harvest the ‘first of the
season’, the first luscious strawberry to ripen or emergence of the
first tender asparagus shoot. (and yes, the photo is my hand plucking a
deliciously sweet strawberry in my garden) I have also often wondered
why I had a degree of inherent immunity to the retail-therapy urges that
afflict some of my friends and acquaintances. Maybe as a long-term
gardener I’ve been getting a constant base-load dopamine high which has
reduced the need to seek other ways to appease this primal instinct.
Though, I must admit with the benefit of hindsight, I now have another
perspective on my occasional ‘shopping sprees’ at local markets buying
plants for the garden.</div>
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Of course dopamine responses are triggered by many other things and
is linked with addictive and impulsive behaviour. I suppose the trick is
to rewire our brains to crave the dopamine hit from the garden and
other more sustainable pursuits and activities. As a comment on
PlanetDrum stated, “all addiction pathways are the same no matter what
the chemical. As long as you feel rewarded you reinforce the behavior to
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So in other words it all comes down to the fact that we can’t change
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Of course, for all of the above to work effectively and maintain
those happy levels of serotonin and dopamine, there’s another
prerequisite according to another interesting bit of research I found.
It appears it will all work much better with organic soil and crops
that haven’t been contaminated with Roundup or Glyphosate-based
herbicides. This proviso also extends to what you eat, so ideally you’ll
avoid consuming non-organic foods that have been grown in farmland
using glyphosates.</div>
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A recent study in 2008 discovered that glyphosate, the active
ingredient of Roundup, depletes serotonin and dopamine levels in
mammals. Contrary to Monsanto claims, glyphosate and other Roundup
ingredients do perpetuate in the environment, in soil, water, plants and
in the cells and organs of animals. One study found glyphosate
residues in cotton fabric made from Roundup-ready GM cotton can absorb
into the skin and into our nervous and circulatory systems.</div>
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No wonder there’s so much depression around, and stress, and all the
addictions and compulsive disorders in the pursuit of feeling good. I
think back on when I moved to Sydney in 1984 for a few years and was
contacting community centres in the inner west to see if there was
interest in permaculture or gardening classes. A very terse social
worker snapped at me “listen dear, we don’t need gardening classes, we
need stress therapy classes”, and promptly hung up on me with a
resounding “Huh!” when I replied that gardening was the best stress
therapy I knew.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">So enjoy the garden, fresh organic food and make sure you have fun playing in the dirt on a regular basis.</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Written by Robyn Francis.</span></i><br />
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Meet
65 year old vegan raw food pioneer
and the forever young
Karyn Calabrese. <br />
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Her positive attitude
and boundless energy
have helped her maintain
the longest operating
raw food restaurant
in the United States.
Karyn’s passion
for clean living
and her love of life are
her greatest motivations. She has been eating a plant based diet for over 40 years, and feels amazing despite her family history working against her: her mother, grandmother and great grandmother died at ages younger than she is now.</div>
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Her motto:
“If you don’t
take care of your body,
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Karyn has been featured
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television programs
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The Oprah Winfrey Show,
CBS Sunday Morning News
and NBC’s
The Today Show, plus
featured in Chicago’s
two largest newspapers
the Chicago Tribune
and Chicago Sun-Times.
She has also been honored
with the First Annual
Raw and Living Foods
Golden Branch Award
in 2002
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She says,</div>
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"I have more energy then I know what to do
with. I truly believe it is the life style I lead…I had every allergy
known to man. I was a mess — terrible skin, so I became vegetarian
first, then I became a vegan, then I met Dr. Ann Wigmore after reading
her book. It was the next thing for me to move forward to becoming a raw
foodist.” </blockquote>
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Over thirty years ago,
she used raw foods
and detoxification
to heal herself of her
physical ailments
and has since been
a radiant example
of the incredible benefits
of plant-based living. </div>
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"People have
so many excuses
why they can’t be healthy:
“It costs too much,”
“It’s too far away,”
“It’s too difficult,”
“It’s too hard,”
“I don’t have the time.”
You have
a myriad of excuses why
you can’t take care of
the most magnificent
and the best thing
you’ll ever be given
in your life, right?
So, my statement is
helping people to remember
that if you don’t take care
of the most magnificent
thing you’ll ever be given,
you’ll have no place to live." </blockquote>
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With the unfortunate
passing of her mother
at age 48,
grandmother at 50, and
great-grandmother at 60
due to health problems, Karyn
became determined
not to repeat this
sad family history, but
to create a healthful future
for herself. </div>
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"I don’t know
what illness is;
I don’t know of being tired,
it just isn’t
a part of my world
or my vocabulary.
And I directly relate that
to the lifestyle
that I have evolved into.
So because
I was a very sickly child
and a sick young adult –
I had every allergy
known to man,
I had terrible skin,
I had PMS, I was
constipated all the time –
my mother had introduced
to me to vegetable juicing." </blockquote>
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She goes on to say: "So I kind of started
the vegetable juicing.
And the more I did,
the more I wanted to learn,
because I believe
that we intuitively know
what’s right for ourselves;
we’re born
knowing from God
telling us how to
take care of our bodies.
We’ve just forgotten
because the world
is so bizarre, and there’re
so many bizarre things
out there
to attract your attention.
So, as I started
cleansing my body
with the vegetable juices,
I developed a natural
repulsion to red meat. <br />
<br />
And once again,
I don’t believe it’s
a natural human instinct
to eat dead flesh.
I think
it’s a learned experience,
and I think
everybody does it
so it feels comfortable.
But I don’t think it’s
natural to human beings.
And so, my body evolved
into being a vegan.
I haven’t had meat, fish,
chicken or dairy for over 40 years now, and
it has served me very well.
I don’t get sick,
I don’t get tired,
I went through menopause
with no symptoms,
I’ve got the same body
I had at 16."</div>
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