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Miracle Herb Jiaogulan Jule of the Orient

2009-09-23T00:33:00.001-07:00

Health information about the Chinese Herb Jiaogulan.

The same prominent Chinese herbalist who had research the goji berry was the leading for a plant from Asia called jiaogulan. In certain remote mountain villages in southern China where jioagulan is used regularly as a tonic, an extraordinary number of people were living to a very old age and in incredibly good health. Consequently, the local inhabitants with great affection refer to jiaogulan as the “Immortality Herb” or as the “Miracle Herb.”

Since the recent discovery of these “longevity pockets” in southern China, more than 300 scientific studies had been published in respected scientific journals demonstrating jiaogulan’s incredible rejuvenating powers. This “Miracle Herb” Jiaogulan is used by health practitioners throughout China to support virtually every aspect of human health.

Here are just a few of the many documented benefits of taking Jiaogulan.

Jiaogulan increases antioxidant protection in the body. Studies have shown a significant increase in SOD, the body’s most important antioxidant enzyme.

Jiaogulan enhances circulation throughout the body. By increasing nitric oxide synthesis, jiaogulan helps critical blood vessels to relax.

Jiaogulan strengthens your heart. Jiaogulan has been shown to optimize the strength of the heart muscle.

Jiaogulan manages your cholesterol and blood lipids. Jiaogulan has been clinically shown to be beneficial for maintaining cholesterol and blood lipids already in the normal range.

Jiaogulan helps you achieve your ideal weight. Jiaogulan improves metabolism and reduces fat and sugar in blood.

Jiaogulan enhances overall immunity. By activating lymphocytes and antibodies, jiaogulan has been shown to enhance immunity.

Jiaogulan helps fight fatigue. Jiaogulan has been shown to have a pronounced anti-fatigue effect.

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New Joint Support Product Fusions Red with Cherries Goji GAC Noni & More

2009-05-24T08:14:00.000-07:00

Introducing Fusions Red - the new Joint Support and Healthy Anti-oxidant Super Fruit product.

Fusions Red is made from a 100 percent all-natural, highly concentrated “super fruit” blend (Sour Cherry, Pomegranate, Concord Grape, Black Cherry, Noni, Goji Berries, Mangosteen, Acai Berries, and Gac Fruit) providing you with a powerful boost of natural antioxidants.

Life Plus’s unique proprietary cold-process concentration technology makes Fusions Red distinctive because it yields a raw material similar to the viscosity of honey.

This means that no bacteria or fungi can grow in the product, making preservatives unnecessary. The concentration technology also allows the naturally occurring phytonutrients in each fruit to remain intact, delivering a full complement of those phytonutrients in a highly bioavailable form.

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Various Anti-Aging Antioxidant Health and Nutrition Information

2009-05-12T07:18:00.000-07:00

Various information on anti-aging, antioxidants, health and nutrition information. If you're really serious about fighting the war against aging, you'll want to take advantage of every advance that science has to offer. You should optimize your antioxidant defenses with vitamins, minerals, and plant-based phytonutrients. They work at the cellular level to protect against free-radical damage, especially to your vital cell membranes and DNA.

Nutrients like biotin, riboflavin, zinc, copper, manganese, MSM, and grape seed OPC extract, which has been shown in studies to block bad body enzymes that can lead to wrinkles and a prematurely aged appearance.

You want to take ultra-purified fish oils that feature a high potency of DHA, an essential omega-3 fatty acid that helps to nourish and protect your brain and nervous system. Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are also crucial to cardiovascular health.

Immune support is crucial in the fight against aging, and can be achieved with advanced levels of ph-balanced vitamin C complex, carotenoids, and shiitake mushroom extract-Reverse Anti-Aging support.

Support your normal healthy vision and protect your precious gift of sight with eye-specific antioxidants such as beta-carotene and selenium, and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin. They can help to protect against age-related can help to protect against age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cuase of blindness in people over age 50.

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Eight Excellent Tips to Increase Metabolism and Maximize Weight Loss!

2009-02-06T11:45:00.000-08:00

Everyone wants a faster metabolism, but many people aren't aware of how simple it can be to make your body burn extra fat and calories. Your body's metabolic rate is influenced by all of the seemingly insignificant choices you make throughout the day, creating a double-edged sword. On one hand, it's easy to fall into a routine that causes your metabolism to slow down. On the other, however, with a bit of education, it's simple to make the choices that will boost your metabolism almost effortlessly. Here are some simple tips you can follow to boost your metabolism with ease!

1. Drinking water has been shown to temporarily increase the metabolism and help the body burn extra calories. It is theorized that this is mostly due to the fact that the water absorbs body heat, and the body must then work to replenish the lost heat. Because of this, it is also theorized that drinking cold water can help you boost your metabolism even further. In one study, drinking water was shown to burn extra calories from fat in men, and form carbohydrates in women.

2. For higher overall, resting metabolism, nothing is as beneficial as lean muscle mass. This doesn't mean, however, that you need to rush out and join a gym or start drinking protein shakes. Simple muscle-building workouts that aren't stressful on your body are ideal for improving your metabolism. (Tai-Fit) If you can, work a few rounds of push-ups or sit-ups into your day. It's not really important where you tone – that added muscle is going to burn calories even as you sit.

3. Eat. A huge mistake some people make when trying to lose weight is starving themselves. Fasting is not only unhealthy, but it's also harmful to weight loss efforts, as it causes your metabolism to slow down. When the body doesn't think it's going to be getting enough food in the future, it goes into fat-storage mode, and this is the last thing you want. Healthy meal portions are a good idea, but keep it reasonable. To really boost your metabolism, try eating smaller meals, but have more of them in a day.

4. Avoid sugars whenever possible. Sugars cause the body to pull its metabolism way down and store extra amounts of fat. Because of this, foods that are high in sugar will actually have more calories absorbed by the body than foods with less sugar. It doesn't help that most high-sugar foods are already loaded with calories.

5. Get at least seven hours of sleep each night. Sleep is far more than a simple time for energy recuperation. Lower levels of sleep can cause the body's metabolism to slow down, and the body actually regenerates lean muscle during the last hours of sleep each night. Get enough sleep, and you'll keep all that muscle you've been working for, helping to keep your resting metabolism high.

6. Fend off unnecessary stress. Stress isn't only unpleasant, it's unhealthy and it slows your metabolism way down. (TAIslim weight loss and cortisol) The belly is the worst area possible to accumulate extra fat, and as you may know, stress triggers fat storage in this unhealthy place, putting you at a higher risk of heart disease. It's unrealistic to think you can always avoid situations that cause stress, but with a little bit of time management, you can find ways to relax and take your mind of things that are getting to you.

7. For a while after consuming spicy foods, your metabolism is increased. While spicy foods may not be a permanent fix for a slow metabolism, they are a great way to burn calories in smaller, shorter bursts. Studies have shown that eating spicy foods can increase your metabolic rate by as much as 8% for a while after consuming them. Spicy foods are also heavier on your stomach, leading to feelings of fullness quicker. - This helps in maintaining portion control.

8. One of the simplest and most effective ways you can boost your overall metabolism is to get up and move. You don't have to join a gym - simply take the stairs. Research has shown that minimal but consistent increases in physical activity can have a very positive effect on metabolism. Parking your car as far away from the door to the supermarket, for example, will not cause you to really break a sweat, but you will be getting more exercise.

Like all things in life, it's the small things that add up to big results. You don't have to morph your entire life to increase your metabolism and burn more fat. - These are all small and easy tips that will help to stimulate your body to shed away those excess pounds faster. And who doesn't want that?

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Weight Loss Tips - Areas to be Addressed to Lose Weight

2009-01-14T10:53:00.000-08:00

In order to lose weight there are 4 areas that must be addressed.

First you must fight the body’s production of stress hormones that cause you to accumulate unhealthy belly fat. Plus reduce calorie intake mostly from various starchy and fatty foods.

Second in most people you need to increase their metabolism – they don’t burn enough calories to offset what they take in.

Third you need to control or suppress appetite and curb food cravings.

Fourth you need to slow the absorption of food to improve metabolism. Plus did you know certain types of unhealthy bacteria or microflora can increase the breakdown of food and create additional calories. You need to counter these harmful bacteria.

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Current health related fitness – exercise articles and information.

2008-10-03T11:54:00.000-07:00

Current health related fitness – exercise articles and information. What actually is a valuable health article. I would refer to the expression “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Value in health articles is mainly the value individuals place on the article based on what are their current issues and concerns with health and nutrition.

For example if the person has a skin problem (i.e. acne or psoriasis) and the article is about a treatment for acne that works they’re going to be all over that article like flies on what doesn’t smell so good.

I suppose one of the reasons people don’t like to read health articles is because they are typically as boring as watching grandpa snoring through a staring contest.

So what does this all mean if you’re a person that writes health articles or a health blog. Well for a start
consider health articles that deal with stress and lack of energy and improved sleep. Things that you know most people have a problem or issue with.

In that regard here are some links to other articles that deal with some of these issues:

Chi3 Energy Drink Plus A Comparison to Other Energy Drinks

Simple Steps to Keeping Your Child Healthy

Improve Productivity In 5 Easy Steps

Healthy Eating Tips, Foods, Weight, Lifestyle with GoChi Goji Juice

Tim Russert, Heart Attacks What Can We Learn

2008-06-18T09:26:00.000-07:00

Of course I'm sure by now most everyone's heard the news that Newsman Tim Russert died of a heart attack at 58. That by now is old news just like history. But just like history what can we learn about this so that potentially others might not suffer the same fate at such a young age.

I was reading last night about this and what may potentially cause heart attacks and what if anything could we do to prevent them. What I found was quite interesting. I was reading a report by a top alternative MD and here is what I learned.

According to this doctor the number one cause of a heart attack or sudden cardiac death is a magnesium deficiency. I also learned that typically cardiac patients and diabetics have the lowest magnesium levels of all. I understand that Tim Russert had both heart disease and diabetes, thus he was most likely deficient in magnesium. In addition he had a stressful job and stress would tend to further deficiencies of nutrients in a person.

I discovered that those most likely to suffer a heart attack are deficient in magnesium. Plus when they do have an attack they are typically harder to resuscitate, and many simply can’t be resuscitated.

What magnesium does is reduce inflammation in the artery walls and veins, plus it tends to slightly thin the blood.

I found this all quite revealing and interesting. So if it were me, I'd be taking a good magnesium and calcium supplement.

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Ten Extremely Healthy Vegetables You Want To Eat Regularly What is the healthiest vegetable? Upon doing some research the other day, it certainly seems that very few people can decide on exactly what the healthiest vegetable is.

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Health and Nutrition Articles - We have charts on vitamins and minerals and have each vitamin and mineral is good for. Plus simply some articles to make you think about your health and the top health foods...

Easy Exercises, Games Weight Loss and More.

2008-06-08T22:10:00.000-07:00

The need for regular physical activity has never before been higher than it is now. Alarming rates of heart disease and obesity are growing, and a lot of this is due to the fact that physical activity is at a low point for humans today. We simply do not need to get up and move around as much as we used to. Technology has stepped in and relieved us of the need to constantly exert ourselves, and so the need to actively seek activity is born. Unfortunately, most people only seek activity in the form of hard physical exercise – going to a gym, jogging, or other similar things. These are all wonderful for the body, but they require a lot of dedication, effort, and discipline, and as a result they can be hard to stick with. What we need are forms of exercise that are fun and slightly less challenging to help get us active and lose those pounds. Below are four great ideas.

Table tennis has been around for a very long time, and while it’s more commonly known as an addicting hobby sport, it also happens to be a great source of exercise. Table tennis involves low-key physical effort so that you won’t be panting or sweating your clothes off, but it will require physical exertion and is going to burn a lot of calories. It’s perfect for someone who isn’t at all used to exercise who simply wants to spend less time on the couch and more time improving their fitness. The rules couldn’t be simpler, and as long as you’ve got a table you can do it anytime that’s convenient. It only takes two to play, and you’ll find yourself going at it with a friend for hours – all the while toning your body!

Similar to table tennis, Badminton is another great sport that is a slight step up in physical exertion. It’s still much less intimidating than Tennis, but gets our whole body moving more and uses more of your legs as well as your arms. The result is a great workout that’s a lot of fun. Badminton also gives you a lot of choice as far how much you want to exert yourself. Because of the unique characteristics of the birdie, it hangs on the air and allows you the opportunity to play much more casually if you want a simpler, less physical workout. Either way, you’ll burn a ton of calories.

Swimming is one of the most beneficial forms of exercise on the planet. For starters, as easy on the joints as physical activity comes, and the amount of natural exertion it takes to propel your body through the water requires your heart to work hard and your body to burn a lot of energy. It’s also great for total-body fitness, because it literally works every part of your body. Swimming is also one of the highest rated exercises for quickly burning calories. Since we’re trying to focus on low-key exercise that you can enjoy doing and don’t dread, swimming is also wonderful because it gives you the opportunity to exert yourself however much you want, and then relax for a while. Treading water and light swimming don’t take a tremendous amount of effort, but the reward your body reaps is amazing. Then, once you’ve grown tired of swimming and splashing about, you can pull up a float, kick back, and enjoy the sun and the water. Obviously swimming isn’t very versatile as you have to have a pool, but it’s not too difficult to find one if you don’t own one.

Although physical activity is required less than it ever has been, it has never before been easier to access. With the wave of convenience that has swept America has come a new, interesting concept – convenient exercise. This genre of making effective physical exertion readily accessible is quickly growing, and offers unique opportunities to get yourself in better shape. Simply find an activity like the ones above that you enjoy, and you’ll find that it’s easy to get off of the couch and get that exercise you know you need.

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2008-06-03T21:19:00.000-07:00

Something unused has no value. Think about that - a nutrition product in a bottle can't provide better health if it remains in the bottle - untaken. The best health information or advice either un-given or un-taken is of no value. So in that spirit here's some health information and websites for your benefit.

Here's an Article on Ten Vegetables You Should Eat To Improve Your Health.

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Have you ever wondered what exactly the "healthiest vegetable" is? Well, that question popped into my mind the other day and I decided to research it. I saw some people claim that broccoli was the best, others argued that spinach does the most for the body, and still others were claiming that swiss chard held the top spot! All gave solid reasons for their chosen veggie, and while they didn't all agree on which is the healthiest, it's pretty safe to say that each one has its own wonderful benefits for your body. Here I’m going to list ten vegetables that, when all added to your diet, can make a drastic change in your health!

1. Collard Greens. Collard greens are a staple of every good southern diet, used in plenty of different recipes in a variety of ways. Tasty and pretty, this veggie has been researched extensively in relation to fighting cancer. – Three of it’s amazing nutrients, - sulforaphane, selenium, and diindolymethane - have all been shown to have cancer fighting properties. It is also bursting with vitamin E, calcium, and beta-carotene.

2. Onions. Onions may not work wonders for your breath, but when it comes to your body, this flavorful vegetable can work wonders. It’s been shown to be a natural agent against tumors, as well as having amazing anti-inflammatory properties. Onions also happen to contain the most active of all flavanoids, - an antioxidant called quercetin. This helps your body ward off the damaging, aging effects that free-radicals have on it.

3. Red Peppers. (Bell peppers) These colorful vegetables not only make a lovely accent to any meal; they’re also quite good for you. Red peppers are rich in antioxidants, reducing damage done in your body by free radicals. They are also bursting with vitamins A and C, and have been shown to reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke, due to their high levels of vitamins B6 and folic acid.

4. Sweet Potatoes. Sweet potatoes are absolutely bursting with vitamins A (Almost twice the recommended daily dose!) and C, as well as having plenty of protein, calcium and iron. They also rank well in their amount of dietary fiber. Beta-carotene and vitamin C work very well together as antioxidants to reduce free radicals in your body. And they taste wonderful, too!

5. Broccoli. Besides being rich in vitamins A and C, broccoli has sulforaphane. Sulforaphane is really one of broccoli’s biggest secret weapons. – It’s an anti-cancer compound that really charges and stimulates your cells to create enzymes that help fight cancer. It’s an amazing anti-cancer food.

6. Carrots. Carrots are a fun and versatile vegetable that can be used in anything from a pot roast to a party snack tray, making them a perfect vegetable for just about anything. They’re a great place to get fiber and vitamin K. Of course though, carrots are best known for helping out eyesight, and it’s true, they contain beta-carotene. Our body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A. Too little vitamin A can lead to bad vision, but fortunately it can be repaired by introducing more of it back into your body, thus making carrots the perfect food for your peepers!

7. Eggplants. Eggplants are really fascinating, as they’re very good for you in numerous different aspects. Not only are they loaded with copper, potassium, vitamin B1 and fiber, but they’ve also been shown to have great impact on the health of your heart. – It’s thought they can even help reduce your risk for heart-related illness in the future! The rich purple skin of the eggplant is also loaded with antioxidants.

8. Spinach. While spinach’s fame comes from its supposed “amazingly high” iron content, the truth is that while spinach does have an above average amount of iron in it, it has many other nutritional benefits that are just as important if not more so. It has plenty of magnesium, vitamin E, vitamin A and vitamin C, making it a very nutritionally dense vegetable. It may not make you as strong as Popeye, but it will definitely improve your health!

9. Celery. Celery is often used as a dieter’s snack. – Something with so few calories, that is makes for a great snack food for anyone watching their weight. But unbeknownst to a lot of people is just how good for you celery really is! It contains a lot of vitamins A and C (Which pack a lot of antioxidant power.), as well as potassium, magnesium and calcium, making for a nutritionally packed vegetable!

10. Asparagus. Asparagus is one of the few vegetables loaded in vitamin E, making it great for skin health, and it also contains a lot of potassium, vitamin B6, and fiber as well. Another really cool thing about asparagus is two antioxidants it has called “glutathione” and “rutin”. Glutathione has been shown to have cancer-fighting qualities, while rutin is great for strengthening the walls of your capillaries.

While there may be many differing opinions on which vegetable gets the title of “healthiest”, there’s no dispute that all of them have their own amazing nutritional benefits. By adding these to your diet you’ll be on the right track to becoming a healthier, happier you.

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Breathing Exercise for Health, Vitality, Energy - Breathe Easy

2004-10-22T08:45:00.000-07:00

Energy and Vitality Tips

FOR MORE ENERGY LEARN TO BREATHE PROPERLY. This may sound stupid but many people don't breath properly. Take this test - take a deep breath in. Notice if your stomach goes in or out when you inhale. Your stomach should go out when you inhale and in when you exhale. If you are not breathing in the correct fashion than you need to correct this. When you are not breathing properly you can reduce the amount of oxygen you take in by up to one/third.

TIP: GENERALLY THE MORE YOU SIT UP OR STAND UP STRAIGHT THAN THE MORE APT YOU ARE TO BREATH CORRECTLY. Now you know why your parents always told you to sit up straight. When you stand hunched over you are physically restricting the amount of oxygen you can take in.

WE MUST ALSO LEARN TO BREATH PROPERLY . Shallow "Chest breathing" results in lesser energy levels.

The best thing you can do to prevent shallow breathing and breath correctly is to sit and stand up straight. Don't slouch over.
The RICHEST BLOOD FLOW IS IN THE LOWER LUNGS. WHEN THIS AREA FAILS TO BE ADEQUATELY VENTILATED WITH AIR, WE END UP UNDER-OXYGENATED. PROPER BREATHING REQUIRES THE USE OF THE DIAPHRAGM -TAKING DEEP BREATHS.

ANOTHER WAY TO INCREASE YOUR ENERGY IS TO PRACTICE THE FOLLOWING BREATHING PATTERN AT LEAST 3 TIMES PER DAY!

Inhale, hold your breath and then exhale in the ratio of 1-4-2. For instance if you inhale for a count of 4 hold your breath for a count of 16 than exhale for a count of 8.

What this will do is the following: FOR YOUR BODIES CELLS TO BE HEALTHY THEY MUST BE ABLE TO EFFICIENTLY GET RID OF THEIR WASTE PRODUCTS. The two main things that kill our cells are the waste products from the cells acting as toxins to the cells and lack of proper oxygen.

Our lymph system is responsible for removing the waste products from our cells - it is the sewage system of the body. It does not have a pump to make it work like the heart. Instead it relies on the diaphragm. Dr. JACK SMITH showed through cameras looking inside the human body that when you breath in the above fashion that the diaphragm works like a vacuum for the lymph system enabling it to best remove waste products from the cells.

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2004-10-17T23:48:00.000-07:00

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It contains the equilvalent of 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables.

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* Phytonutrients from 35 fruits and vegetables.
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* Numerous antioxidants.
* Super foods like algae micro algaes known as spirulina and chlorella.
* Sea Vegetables
* 100% of the Recommended Daily Value of vitamins and minerals classified as essential, intentionally excluding iron, phosphorous, potassium and sodium.

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* Supplies more than 50% of the USDA Recommended Daily Values of fiber.
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Importance of Enzymes Digestive Enzymes and Phytonutrients

2004-10-10T20:50:00.000-07:00

Information on Enzymes

Another of the advantages you receive with Life Plus products are active enzymes.

Think about all the chemical reactions that occur in our bodies within the period of a minute. They are too numerous to mention. Our bodies use enzymes to support these chemical reactions.

Just What are Enzymes?

Enzymes are protein molecules that are manufactured by all plant and animal cells. All cells require enzymes to survive and function.

Enzymes are catalysts, which means that they speed up chemical reactions, but are not changed by the reaction. For example, digestive enzymes cause food that we eat to be broken down much faster than would occur without them, but they are not broken down in the reaction they are speeding up.

Unfortunately, because of improper diet and the fact that heat destroys many enzymes, you may not be receiving all you need to properly support your overall health.

Plus Life Plus uses Cold Processing in it's manufacturing. Cold processing is used to maximize and preserve enzyme activity.

For additional enzymes support try SomaZyme. The enzymes in Somazyme naturally and nutritionally support a youthful body, provide antioxidant support, as well as support healthy pancreas and immune system function.*

Importance of Enzymes Digestive Enzymes and Phytonutrients

Importance of Drinking Water (Bottled Water and Water Filters)

2004-10-06T23:40:00.000-07:00

Here is some very reveling information concerning drinking water - you may never underestimate the importance of good pure clean drinking water again.

Your body is made up of mostly water - 75 percent.
Bottom line is you need 6-8 glasses of good pure clean water per day.
Too little water your body is like a stagnant swamp condition. Plenty of water your body is like a fast moving mountain stream. Which seems like the healthier condition to you.
Water is needed to flush toxins in the form of processed, preserved and chemically altered foods and environment agents from your body.
Here are the benefits of 8 glasses of water per day.
- clearer, firmer skin,
- regular bowel habits
- less appetite for sugar and carbohydrates, giving you a head start on losing weight and staying heart healthy.
- in many cases, blood cholesterol levels drop.
- less water retention and bloating

What are the early signals the body is running short of water, and how can we recognize them?...

If you are still drinking tap water from your kitchen faucet, consider getting a water filter to trap the pollutants and other poisonous elements coming out of your faucet, including petrochemicals, chlorine, fluoride, benzene, aluminum, heavy metals and parasites such as giardia and cryptosporiduym.

The remainder of the article you can read on this page

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Additional Health & Nutrition Articles

Article a "Healthy or Normal" Bowel Movement (Function).

2004-10-02T23:02:00.000-07:00

Most experts agree that you should have at least one bowel movement each day, and it is even healthier to have two. Some even believe that you should have a bowel movement an hour or two after each meal. Generally speaking, if you have one each day you would be doing better than most people. However, it is important to have them on a regular basis so that waste material does not remain in your colon too long.

Your stool should be soft, yet well formed and easily eliminated-not dense and hard. One way to evaluate it is to observe whether or not it naturally floats upon elimination-it should float rather than sink. If you are not eliminating on at least a daily basis, there is a good possibility that some of the toxins your body is trying to eliminate may be absorbed back into your bloodstream from your colon.

It is important to remember that what seems to be "normal" is not necessarily "healthy". So, if you are one of those individuals who are "normal", you may still not have "healthy" bowel function. To help support your body's natural elimination processes, there are several factors to keep in mind. Of all of them four are especially important: include adequate fiber in your diet, drink plenty of water, maintain healthy micro flora in your colon and walk some each day.

The fiber and water in your diet helps to insure that your stool contains plenty of fibrous material and is hydrated properly. This facilitates bulk, lubrication and movement through your whole digestive tract, including your colon. Healthy levels of micro flora in the colon help to maintain proper pH and several other important factors.

They play a big role in healthy bowel ecology. To support healthy bowel ecology you can find sources of lactobacillus in yogurt containing active and live culture as well as various forms of supplementation. And, importantly, there is no question that walking is a great way to help your natural elimination process.

"Healthy or Normal" Bowel Movement (Function).

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Calcium and Magnesium Information

2004-09-27T20:31:00.000-07:00

CALCIUM USRDA 1000 mg

* beneficial in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
* lowers cholesterol and helps prevent cardiovascular disease
* aids the nervous system, especially in impulse transmission
* may prevent colorectal cancer
* keeps the heart beating regularly
* relieves cramps in legs
* alleviates insomnia
* helps metabolize the body's iron

MAGNESIUM Magnesium oxide USRDA 400 mg
protects against cardiovascular disease
helps in the treatment of high blood pressure
useful in the treatment of prostate problems
aids in fighting depression
beneficial in the treatment of neuromuscular and nervous disorders
beneficial in the treatment of PMS
helps prevent kidney stones and gallstones
useful in treatment of polio and postpolio syndrome
vital for a healthy immune system
keeps teeth healthy
relieves cramps in legs

http://www.lifeplusvitamins.com/mineral_benefits.html

Initial Post and Nutrition Comics

2004-09-22T16:44:00.000-07:00

Greetings all - this is the initial post - however, as long as you're here check out the nutrition comics on the page below.

http://www.lifeplusvitamins.com/comicpage.htm

Come back again soon as we will have more posts soon.