Nutrition Month

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Eye and Brain Health in Octovite

Anyone concerned with mental acuity and vision as they age may consider supplementing with Octovite. This unique combination -- ginkgo biloba with the essential fatty acid DHA, plus bilberry fruit extract, and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, provides overall support for your neuro health. Lutein and zeaxanthin, which are carotenoids found in green leafy vegetables, are essential for maintaining good eye health. And, like other carotenoids, they provide antioxidant support. Meanwhile ginkgo increases blood flow to the brain and supports circulation to the extremities.

Octovite combines ginkgo biloba, bilberry, lutein, zeaxanthin, and DHA in a synergistic product to maintain your neuro health.

When we think of aging, we think of the obvious – wrinkles and achy joints, for example. We usually don’t consider things such as worsening vision or memory loss until we are well on our way to senior status.

But we should.

After all, the disorders that may go along with the aging of the nervous system are some of the most frightening problems we face – dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and macular degeneration, for example. However, there is a way to fight this “neuro aging,” through the use of dietary supplements.


This product contains Omega 3 fish oil which provides DHA

The importance of DHA to the brain and nervous system is seen early in our development. In the first few weeks of embryonic development, the mother’s blood supplies the fetus with large amounts of DHA. In the last trimester of a pregnancy, the DHA content of the brain’s cerebrum and cerebellum –which contains centers for speech and abstract thought – increases threefold.
DHA supplementation may be especially important as we grow older. The body’s ability to synthesize DHA, which is limited in all people, may decline even further with age. This is compounded by the small amounts of DHA we get in our diet, especially those who strive for a vegetarian diet – the richest sources of DHA are red meats, animal organs, and eggs.
Research indicates that low levels of DHA may be involved in a number of health problems relating to the nervous system.

Depression

Depression is on the rise in North America. This is often attributed to the ups and downs of our lives and is often seen among the aging population. However, recent research indicates that there may be a physiological aspect to depression that relates to nutrition.

A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition presents research indicating that omega-3 fatty acids, specifically DHA, may reduce the risk of depression. The authors associate the increase in depression in North America in the past century with the decline in consumption of DHA during the same period. To lend support to this idea, the authors also note that there are lower rates of major depression in those societies that consume large amounts of fish, a key dietary source of DHA.

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

DHA is also being considered as a factor in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. In 1997, a link between low levels of DHA and Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss was the subject of a conference at the New York Hospital–Cornell Medical Center’s Nutrition Information Center. Among the findings discussed at the conference was that a low level of DHA is a significant risk factor for dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.

The Japan Functional Food Research Association has also investigated DHA and dementia. The association notes that those with senile dementia achieved positive results when taking DHA: In 10 of 13 cerebral vascular dementia cases and five of five senile dementia cases, the patients showed more than slight improvements in psychiatric symptoms such as communications, will power, motivation, delirium, the tendency to wander, emotional disorders, and mental depression.

Vision

DHA is also the major fat in retinal tissue. It plays a strong role in the photoreceptor cells of the retina, suggesting an essential role for DHA in vision. DHA deficiency in laboratory animals showed a marked decrease in proper functioning of the visual cycle.
In a recent study looking at fish oil, which contains DHA, and macular degeneration, researchers found that more frequent consumption of fish appeared to protect against late age-related macular degeneration.

Only a moderate intake of fish was necessary for the protective effect.

Bilberry

In addition to DHA, bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) is good support for a healthy nervous system. It is closely related to American blueberry, cranberry, and huckleberry.
It was bilberry jam that first spurred medical interest in this fruit. During the Second World War, British and American fighter pilots hailed bilberry jam as a secret weapon for improved night vision.

Bilberry contains bioflavonoids, which help remove harmful chemicals from the retina, and phytochemicals, which help stabilize the capillary walls and maintain the integrity of the retina.

Lutein is contained in this product.

Lutein, a carotenoid found in green, leafy vegetables, os also good for the eyes. Like other carotenoids, it is an antioxidants.

Current research is investigating what function lutein may serve, and recent studies have found that diets rich in lutein and zeaxanthin may play a role in reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts – two problems that are usually a result of the aging process.

Macular degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of legal blindness among the elderly in the United States and other developed countries. In AMD, the retinal tissue breaks down. It is the retina that converts light into the electrochemical energy needed to produce vision.
Those with the greatest risk for AMD tend to have a lower amount of lutein and zeaxanthin in the eyes than those without AMD. In the mid-1990s, one large epidemiological study (a study that looks at a population and charts its general risk) reported that increased consumption of lutein and zeaxanthin reduces the risk of AMD.

A study published in November 2000 supports this.

In this 140-day study, it was shown that lutein supplementation increases macular pigment – this is important because macular pigment may protect against AMD. This is further confirmed in a report that notes in the abstract that “Some observational studies have shown that generous intakes of lutein and zeaxanthin, particularly from certain xanthophyll-rich foods like spinach, broccoli, and eggs, are associated with a significant reduction in the risk for cataract (up to 20 percent) and for age-related macular degeneration (up to 40 percent).”

Cataracts

Cataracts are the leading cause of vision impairment in the United States and other developed countries. In cataracts, the lens of the eye, which is normally color less and clear, grows cloudy. The lens is then unable to focus accurately on the retina, which makes seeing more difficult. Interestingly, lutein and zeaxanthin are the only carotenoids generally found in the lens.
There have been three epidemiological studies looking at the correlation between dietary lutein and zeaxanthin and the risk of cataracts. These found a trend toward reduced risk of cataracts and cataract surgery with increased intake of lutein and zeaxanthin.

How they work

Although exactly how lutein and zeaxanthin function in the eye is not fully understood, researchers propose that their health benefits have to do with their antioxidant ability and their absorption of near-to-UV blue light.

They absorb near-to-UV blue light, potentially the most damaging light that reaches the retina. As antioxidants, they inhibit the formation of free radicals – this is important because the eye is rich in fatty acids that are easily attacked and damaged by free radicals.

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba is an herb with a 5,000-year history in Chinese medicine. Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) has been studied since the 1950s, and shows positive results for what is known as “cerebral insufficiency, ” which is a collection of symptoms that includes difficulties in concentration and memory, absentmindedness, confusion, lack of energy, tiredness, decreased physical performance, depressive mood, anxiety, dizziness, tinnitus, and headache. The German Commission E – a group of physicians, pharmacists, and toxicologists who evaluate herbs for safety and efficacy – notes that GBE does lead to an improvement in memory performance and learning capacity.

This is largely due to its effect on circulation. Ginkgo increases blood flow to the extremities and the brain, so the brain gets more oxygen and glucose, explaining why there is significant improvement in patients with some form of dementia.

GBE also has antioxidant properties that counteract free radicals, also a cause of dementia.

In fact, in October 1997, the prestigious Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reported that GBE may be beneficial in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Since then, it has received increased attention.

In 1998 and 1999, analyses of previous ginkgo studies noted that ginkgo does positively affect cognitive functions to some degree. A more recent study looked at ginkgo and dementia in a 26-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. The abstract notes that “In comparison to the baseline values, the placebo group showed a statistically significant worsening in all domains of assessment, while the group receiving GBE was considered slightly improved on the cognitive assessment and the daily living and social behavior.” Ginkgo also inhibits PAF (platelet-activating factor), which causes the platelet blood cells to clump together.

Recently, GBE is showing promise with intermittent claudication, a cramp-like pain in the calf on walking, which usually disappears on resting. It is caused by narrowed arteries in the legs, usually from plaque buildup, that reduces the blood supply to the muscles. A metaanalysis shows that GBE increases pain-free walking distance.

Q & A

Who should use Octovite?

Anyone concerned with mental acuity and vision as they age and with maintaining their overall neurological health should consider using Octovite.

Is there anyone who should not use Octovite?

Pregnant and nursing women as well as children should not take Octovite. Consult a health practitioner if taking a blood thinner or undergoing surgery. Do not use if you have wet macular degeneration. Ten percent of all macular degeneration cases are wet.

Can I take Octovite with other supplements or medications?

You may take Octovite with other products.

Are there any side effects?

Very seldom, cases of stomach or intestinal upset, headache, or allergic skin reaction have been reported by some people taking gingko.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

Helps maintain neuro health
Helps maintain cardiovascular health (Omega 3)
Improves brain function, memory, concentration, and mental clarity
Helps maintain healthy vision
Improves blood flow to the extremities

Features

Standardized extracts for consistent results
Powerful antioxidants (Contains Vitamin C 500 mg)
Synergistic effect—ingredients work together to improve each other


Acai Berry Colon Cleansing

The Acai Ultimate product is a health supplement that takes advantage of the many health benefits of the acai berry. Featured heavily in the media, the acai berry is part of the amazing ‘superfoods’ which have the ability to fight free-radicals, increase energy and boost the body’s immune system.

Besides Acai, this is a cleanse formula contains a blend of fennel, cascara sagrada, ginger powder, goldenseal, psyllium husk, buckthorn, licorice and rhubarb. The psyllium husk and cascara sagrada are both ingredients designed to increase elimination, thus cleansing the system, whilst the licorice, ginger and fennel are beneficial to the digestive system.

Can you take a product like this while you are on Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Nutrasystem, The Zone diet, the South Beach Diet or the Atkins Diet, to name a few?

If you are still hungry and want to move waste through your body more rapidly, you might want to consider it. You are trying to get healthy anyway, right.

Also, if you are on a very low calorie diet and may not be getting enough fiber, you may want to use a product like this to keep your colon regular during the diet, or to remove waste in preparation for the diet, or to maintain your weight after the diet.

This product is similar to many of the Acai Berry Cleanse products, however, you know the price up front, and can reorder it whenever you want, thereby potentially saving you money.

Women's Hormone Support with female balance





Menopause describes a long term change in hormone production that effectively signals the end of a woman's child-bearing years. As the ovaries slowly decrease production of estrogen and progesterone, the disrupted balance of hormones may cause a variety of symptoms to occur.

Most of the classic symptoms begin during the first stage of menopause, called perimenopause. The experience varies widely by individual, and some women do not experience any noticeable symptoms. However, others have pronounced symptoms and intense discomfort, which may be lessened by working to re-balance hormone levels in the body.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) uses prescription drugs to replace the hormones that the ovaries stop producing during menopause. Although HRT is usually effective in relieving menopause symptoms, there are potential dangers, including an increased risk of blood clots, stroke, and breast cancer. Many women seek other options to avoid these risks and the side effects.

Our Female Balance utilizes herbs and compounds known to help ease the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause, while still protecting the bones and cardiovascular system.

Designed specifically for women, this natural product helps:

Regulate hormone levels
Increase energy
Encourage weight loss
Boost alertness
Regulate mood
Minimize hot flashes
Support libido (sex drive)

Black Cohosh

Black cohosh is used in Europe as an alternative HRT method. The root is commonly found in the forests of North America, and has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for a host of complaints. It helps counteract hot flashes, assists in calming occasional anxiety and moderating mood, and promotes healthy sleeping patterns.

Red Clover & Soy Isoflavones

Isoflavones from soy and red clover have been used as alternatives to traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT) because their molecules are similar to those of human estrogen. These phytoestrogens (plant-like estrogens) act as selective hormone receptor modulators (SERMs) which can mimic or oppose the action of the natural hormone. Research indicates that these plant substances may be safer than traditional HRT, and are unlikely to increase the risk of breast cancer.

In a new controlled double-blind study, red clover reduced depression and anxiety symptoms in postmenopausal women by 50% or more over placebo.6 This simple natural extract has helped numerous women over the age of 40 feel better as their hormonal balances shift.

A decreased level of estrogen is the root of many of the uncomfortable symptoms of menopause, which can be ameliorated by consuming soy products or supplementing with isoflavones. These isoflavones help stimulate bone formation, reduce hot flash symptoms and support cardiovascular health.

Dong Quai

When the body tries to throw off excess heat through vasodilation, or opening of blood vessels, hot flashes may occur. Hot flashes are a very common symptom of both perimenopause and menopause.

Dong Quai has been used in natural remedies for centuries and its active compounds work to stimulate blood flow and muscle relaxation. These properties may enable it to ease occasional night sweats and hot flashes.

Vitex berry

Commonly referred to as chasteberry, vitex berry extract appears to have an indirect effect on certain hormones, particularly progesterone and prolactin. The berry may help ease occasional anxiety and support a balanced mood and has been used since the 1950s for hormone-related complaints including temporary breast tenderness and headaches associated with PMS.

Green Cell Therapy: Detoxify, Alkalinize with Vitagreen

WHY DO WE NEED GREEN SUPERFOOD SUPPLEMENTS?



If you live on an average American/Western diet you need to consider taking additional vitamin and mineral supplements. Ideally it shouldn’t be necessary. The best way to maintain health is to eat a balanced diet consisting of organic, ripe and raw fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts and whole grains just to mention some of the most important foods. But even then we may find that we lack vital minerals and vitamins. Firstly, we don’t eat enough fruit and vegetables. Secondly, those we eat are low in nutrients.

Green superfood adds nutrients that our food lacks.

The truth is that conventionally grown fruit and vegetables may be nutritionally deficient; The soil they are grown on are depleted and out of balance, missing important vitamins and minerals. In addition the fruit and vegetables are routinely sprayed with such a broad selection of anti fungals, antibiotics, insecticides, pesticides and dozens of other types of toxic chemicals that they may actually contain more harmful ingredients than good ingredients. As a result people suffer from deficient in nutrients and that again leads to disease.

Ideally we should buy organic vegetables from farmers that have been organically farming for many years.

Consider organic green superfood supplements to correct deficiencies and prevent disease.

Even if all fruit and vegetables had optimal levels of vitamins- and minerals most people don’t consume enough to satisfy their daily needs. My advice is that you include some organic raw and green superfoods in your diet to avoid and correct any deficiencies. These green powders provide your body with many of the essential vitamins, minerals and other substances that is needed for optimal health. You only need a small amount daily of a high organic quality green superfood supplement to cover all your bodies needs, if you combine it with a healthy diet.

Look for this in you green superfood supplement:

Should be made of organic ingredients.
Should be made of wild crafted ingredients.
Should have ingredients from seaweeds.
Should have as many super foods as possible, like kale, horsetail, spinach, nettles, parsley, alfalfa, wheat grass, oat grass, and barley grass to mention just a few.
Should have spirulina and chlorella added (algae).
Should contain probiotics.
Should contain enzymes.
Should contain enzymatically active sprouts.
Should be free from fillers.
Should be free from preservatives.
Should be free from sweeteners.
No GMO products.
Should be fresh freeze-dried or cold-dried.


A Green superfood supplements is also good for Mother Earth.

All the chemicals we use also have a big impact on our nature. Our goal should be to gradually shift to organic products. We find toxic chemicals in so many different products that we use and surround our self by daily, not only in fruit and vegetables. We find chemicals in cosmetics, body care products, kid’s toys and clothing’s, just to mention a few. Change to organically produced products and Mother Earth and your kids will thank you.

Green superfood powders are not a replacement for fruits and vegetables.

Organic green superfood supplements are meant as just that, a supplement, and not as a replacement for fruit and vegetables or other healthy whole foods.

The statements and products referred to throughout this site have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health condition or concern, consult a physician or your alternative health care provider. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet, using any new product, drug, or supplement.
Vitagreen was formerly known as Green Cell Therapy. Same formula, different label.

Supplementing while on a diet

Vitamin and Herbal Actions
Vitamins and herbs that increase fat metabolism or suppress your appetite may help you lose weight. Thermogenic herbs help your body metabolize fat and use it efficiently, rather than storing it. Herbal appetite suppressants send signals to your brain telling it that you feel full. If you're planning to lose a lot of weight, you should check with your doctor first to make sure your body can handle the metabolic changes that weight loss involves.
-Resveratrol is a nutrient that is known to activate a potent gene signal called SIRT1.


Low Carbohydrate Support (Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, Nutrisystem, South Beach, Zone, etc.)

Vita Doc Protein Shakes
Rhodigandha
Fatburner
Acai Ultimate
Chromium
Digestive Enzymes
Acai Berry Edge
Lipovite
Food Based Multivitamin

Very low calorie diet (500-1000 calories)

Fatburner
Acai Ultimate
Chromium
Digestive Enzymes
Acai Berry Edge
B12 complex sublingual drops
Vita Doc Protein Shakes
DHEA

Post Gastric Bypass (it is difficult to maintain your weight without providing some thyroid and adrenal support)

Vitamin D (capsules can be opened and sprinkled or added to a shake)
Digestive enzymes (capsules can be opened and sprinkled or added to a shake)
B12 complex sublingual drops
Vita Doc Protein Shakes (nutritional support)
DHEA subdermal pellet
Fish Oil and Flaxseed Oil are sold in liquid form at health food stores.
Chewable multivitamin

Work-out support (do not ask your body to burn extra calories and build muscle without providing essential nutrients)

Food Based Multivitamin
Maqui/Resveratrol/Acai
Chromium
Fatburner
B12 complex sublingual drops
Vita Doc Protein Shakes
RNA/DNA
HGH liquid amino releaser topical
DHEA

Postpartum Breastfeeding support

Digestive Enzymes
Vita Doc Protein Shakes
Continue your prenatal vitamin and DHA supplement
B12 complex sublingual drops
Vitamin D 4000 IU daily (capsules can be opened and sprinkled or added to a shake)



The FDA has not evaluated any of these statements or this treatment and there is no guarantee of cure with this treatment. Results may vary.

Herbal Detoxification

Disorders Linked to Heavy Metal and Chemical Toxicity
The following is a list of the most common disorders found by independent research studies to be directly linked to toxic metals and chemicals:
Attention Deficit Disorder
Alzheimer's disease
Asthma
Arthritis
Autism Spectrum disorders
Auto-immune disorders
Candidiasis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Epilepsy
Fibromyalgia
Gulf War Syndrome
Hypertension
Insomnia
Infertility
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS)
Multiple Scleroris
Parkinson's disease
Schizophrenia
Thyroid disorders

Signs and Symptoms of Metal and Chemical Toxicity

Heavy metal poisoning and chemical toxicity lead to the accumulation of toxins in our tissues and organs causing nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances and the breakdown of the immune system, the central nervous system, and the organs of the body. This breakdown of bodily organs and systems will encourage numerous diseases and disorders (listed above) to take hold in the body.
It is important to know some of the early signs and symptoms of environmental toxicity so that you can take action to reverse it. The following is a few of the many symptoms of heavy metal poisoning and chemical toxicity:

Environmental allergies
Food allergies
Brain fog
Coated tongue
Extreme fatigue
Frequent colds and flus
Insomnia
Loss of memory
Metallic taste in mouth
Muscle and joint pain
Muscle twitching
Night sweats
Parasites
Prone to mood swings
Sensitive teeth
Sensitive to smells
Skin problems
Sore or receding gums
Here is an incomplete list of common neurotoxins in order of importance:

Heavy metals — such as mercury, lead, cadmium and aluminum.
Biotoxins — such as tetanus toxin, botulinum toxin (botox), ascaridin (from intestinal parasites), unspecified toxins from streptococci, staphylococci, lyme disease, clamydia, tuberculosis, fungal toxins and toxins produced by viruses. Biotoxins are minute molecules (200–1000 kilodaltons) containing nitrogen and sulfur. They belong to a group of chemical messengers, which microorganisms use to control the host's immune system, host behavior and the host's eating habits.
Xenobiotics (man-made environmental toxins) — such as dioxin, formaldehyde, insecticides, and wood preservatives, PCBs etc.
Food Preservatives, excitotoxins and cosmetics — such as aspartame (diet sweeteners) food colorings, fluoride, methyl-and propyl-paraben, etc.

TREATMENT

Why would we want to treat anyone at all? Is it really needed?   Can the body not eliminate these toxins naturally on its own?
Here is a short list of independent risk factors, which can either cause accumulation of metals in an otherwise healthy body — or slow down, or inhibit the body's own elimination processes.

Genetics
Occupational exposure to toxic material
Prior illnesses
Medication or "Recreational" drug use
Emotional trauma, especially in early childhood
High carbohydrate intake combined with protein malnutrition
Food allergies
The patient's electromagnetic environment (mobile phone use, home close to power lines etc.)
Constipation
Compromise of head/neck lymphatic drainage (sinusitis, tonsillectomy scars, poor dental occlusion)
Number of dental amalgam fillings over the patient's lifetime, The number of amalgam fillings the patient's mother had.

There are many methods of heavy metal detoxification. Here I prefer the gentle, herbal approach. I do not represent that a person will be 100% free of metals and toxins (as we are constantly accumulating new metals, toxins and parasites anyway), but I do feel it is important to help the body to do its job, and avoid overload of toxic substances.

Many of the products found here will perform a safe combination cleanse that have been tried by many patients with good results.

My formulas contain many herbs that have been used for centuries to help remove harmful pollutants from the liver, kidneys, urinary tract and blood stream, plus herbs known to help strengthen the immune system. It provides nearly all of the vitamins, minerals, nutrients and amino acids that the body requires to help the system cleanse, strengthen and rebuild itself.


There are many considerations in choosing detox agents.  After choosing the appropriate agent for the individual client and particular metal and exact chemical form of it, we have to consider the body compartment where the metal is stored.  For example, the algae chlorella is ideal for removing virtually all toxic metals from the gut but has too little effect on mercury stored in the brain.  Intravenous glutathione may reach the intracellular environment, even in the brain, but is fairly ineffective in removing mercury from the gut.  Each agent has a primary place of action, which determines when, how much and for how long it is used.  Agents that have multiple effects on compounds of different metals in the various body compartments are the basis for our detox program. A detox program can be customized for you, depending on your symptoms. Finally, it is imperative to first start the heavy metal detoxification with colon cleansing and liver cleansing, or to combine them.

1. Proteins provide the important precursors to the endogenous metal detox and shuttle agents, such as coeruloplasmin, metallothioneine, glutathione and others. The branched-chain amino acids in cow and goat whey have valuable independent detox effects. Vita Doc protein shakes (soy & whey, fortified with vitamins & minerals)

Metals attach themselves only in places that are programmed for attachment of metal ions. Mineral deficiency provides the opportunity for toxic metals to attach themselves to vacant binding sites. Without enough fluid intake the kidneys may become contaminated with metals. The basal membranes swell up and the kidneys can no longer efficiently filtrate toxins. Adding a balanced electrolyte solution in small amounts to water helps to restore intra-and extra-cellular fluid balance. Vita Doc protein shake is fortified with minerals

Vitamin C, Intravenous Vitamin C And Heavy Metal Detoxification
Lead - Vitamin C has been shown to be as effective as EDTA in chelating lead from the body.
Mercury - Megadoses of vitamin C is effective in mercurial poisoning. One scientist noted that if guinea pigs were given a preventative dose of vitamin C, instead of 100% dying from mercuric chloride poisoning, 40% survived.
Intravenous Vitamin C detoxes and cleanses mercury, lead and aluminum

4. Increase intake of psyllium, which is a bulk forming laxative, high in fiber and mucilage. This is helpful in having 2-3 bowel movements per day. (Acai Ultimate, Metamucil, Konsyl, etc)

5. High consumption of fish oil protects one from damage caused by dental amalgam fillings. Lipids (made from fatty acids) make up 60–80% of the central nervous system and need to be constantly replenished. Deficiency makes the nervous system vulnerable to the fat soluble metals, such as metallic mercury constantly escaping as odorless and invisible vapor evaporating from the amalgam fillings. (Contained in Octovite and Fish Oil/Coenzyme Q10 combination)

6. Herbal detox: Milk Thistle (silymarin): This supplment guards the liver from potentially dangerous heavy metals and toxins, and increased glutathione production within the liver itself.
Cilantro: Heavy metals and mercury are removed from the brain and nervous system when stimulated by cilantro (chinese parsley), and moved to other tissues, having a less dangerous effect.
Chorella: Chorella combines with heavy metals so they can easily be removed by the digestive system.
Green Cell Therapy has Parsley, Chlorella and Milk Thistle

Garlic: Research has also suggested that garlic extract may help to protect the body from heavy metal poisoning. When garlic extract was combined with red blood cells it prevented lead, mercury and aluminum from destroying them. Without the garlic extract, these heavy metals ruptured the red blood cells. Octocleanse contains garlic and carbon/charcoal.
Activated charcoal does essentially the same thing in your intestinal tract that a charcoal block does in your water filter. It attracts and traps thousands of times its own weight in gases, toxins, food additives, poisons, and other chemicals. Activated charcoal is charcoal that has been treated with oxygen to open up millions of tiny pores between the carbon atoms, exponentially increasing its absorption capacity. As a side note, it can absorb over 3,000 known drug residues.
9. Bentonite clay is a form of volcanic ash that has the ability to physically remove from the body up to 25 times its weight in impurities through a process called adsorbtion. Bentonite has laxative properties and contains high levels of iron, magnesium and silicon. (Found in Acai Berry Edge)

10. Glutathione is a major player in detoxifying the body of many toxic pollutants, including toxic metals and chemicals. Glutathione deficiency impairs the body's ability to get rid of toxins whether they are environmental or the by-products of cellular metabolism. We have glutathione by IV, and N acetyl cysteine, the precursor of glutathione, is in Octovite.

The FDA has not evaluated any of these statements or this treatment and there is no guarantee of cure with this treatment. Results may vary.

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Summer Supplement Clearance

Many of our supplements are on summer clearance so you can stock up on your favorites, or try a new supplement at low cost!

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Improve ovarian function naturally

Chi-F is an herbal formula that naturally adjusts hormone levels. Containing Astragalus membranaceus, Angelica sinensis, Panax ginseng, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Glycyrrhiza, Cyperus rotundus, Rehmannia glutinosa, paeonia lactiflora, Dioscorea and Rhizoma chuanxiong, it is effective for menstrual problems, decreased ovarian function, and blood deficiency.

Chi-F has been used for pain both prior and during menstrual periods with a success rate of 90%. It has been especially useful for women with frequent cold sensation and Chi (Qi) deficiency. As a hormone replacement product, it is also excellent for relieving menopausal and/or PMS symptoms. Chi-F has been used for abnormal uterine bleeding following intrauterine device removal, resulting in a 93% rate of effectiveness. In addition, irregular menstruation, especially after delivery, has also been managed by this herbal blend, resulting in a 75% rate of effectiveness.

In another study, female mice were tested and shown to have an increased uterine mass overall following the administration with Chi-F, and male mice were shown to have increased testes. Groups of mice were given Chi-F and then compared to the control groups whose organs were weighed and measured as standards. Test groups were shown to have an average increase of 15-20% in organ mass.



Ingredients
Rehmannia glutinosa, Angelica sinensis, Cyperus rotandus, Dioscorea opposita Thunb, Paeonia lactiflora, Panax ginseng, Saliva multirrhiza, Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort, Astragalus membranaceus Bge, Glycyrrhiza uralensis Fisch

Suggested Use
10-15 Pills Per Day. 2-3 times a day after meals

Shrinking Fibroids





There are all-natural herbal formula that can support the reduction of estrogen through Chinese herbs.
Aromatase is a key enzyme in the synthesis of estrogen. Specifically, it converts androstenedione into estrone and testosterone into estradiol. For instance, evidence shows that breast cancer and prostate cancer tissues overexpress aromatase. Inhibiting aromatase, therefore, plays an important role in suppressing the deleterious action of estrogen on hormone related conditions. This is why Myomin is so helpful in uterine fibroids and other high estrogen disorders such as endometriosis.




An in vivo study demonstrated that Myomin inhibits the aromatase enzyme in the ectopic endometrium and ovarian tissue of rats. Aromatase was expressed markedly in the untreated ectopic endometrium of the positive control group. On the other hand, aromatase expression significantly decreased in the ectopicendometrium of the Myomin group after 28 days.


Similar to the ectopic endometrium tissue, aromatase expression was remarkably high in the untreated ovaries of the positive control group. After 28 days of therapy with Myomin, aromatase expression was significantly reduced in the ovarian tissue.

Image analysis of both the ectopic endometrium and ovarian tissues yielded elevated aromatase expression in the positive control group (108.9 and 149.8,respectively) in both tissues. After administration with Myomin for 28 days, aromatase expression reduced to 34.7 in the endometrium and 47.0 in the ovary. This translates to a 100% reduction of aromatase expression in the endometrium and an 85.6% reduction in the ovary compared to the negative control group.

Myomin has three functions:

Myomin inhibits the aromatase enzyme, effectively reducing estradiol levels by preventing the conversion of androgens to estrone and estradiol. This allows testosterone and estriol (the good estrogen) to accumulate. Aromatase inhibition has become a worthwhile target in many estrogen-dominant disorders
Myomin competes with estradiol at the estrogen receptors. This function is particularly effective in cases where estrogen receptors are fully stimulated (e.g. after HRT). Competing with estradiol prevents estradiol from binding to receptors. As a result, proliferation of cells is avoided and abnormal growth inhibited.
Myomin increases interferon (IFN) and interleukin-2 (IL-2). IL-2 induces the proliferation of immune cells, enhancing the body's ability to kill tumor cells. IFN stimulates natural killer cells and is active against tumors.
Myomin Reduces Estradiol Levels

One study performed at the Shanghai Medical School illustrates the effect of Myomin on estradiol levels of mice during pregnancy – a period when estradiol levels are especially high. Two groups of 12 mice each were used in the study. One group was used as the control. The other group was given Myomin beginning 15 days into pregnancy. Three days later (on the 18 th day of the study), the average estradiol level of the Myomin group was 7.22pg/ml, approximately seven times less than the control group. After 6 days of taking Myomin (on the 21 st day of the study), their average estradiol level was 8.81pg/ml while it was 85.98 pg/ml for the control group.

In another study, 90 female mice were divided into three groups. Each group was then given Myomin for 30, 60 and 180 days, respectively. The average estradiol levels after each period was 50.6, 36.6, and 32.4 pg/ml, respectively. After 180 days, the estradiol level stabilized. These results demonstrate long-term use of Myomin reduces estradiol in such a way that it maintains around the normal level. No side effects were reported in this study.

A human study involved 60 postmenopausal women with cysts and/or fibroids. Postmenopausal women were studied because their estradiol levels are more stable than those of premenopausal women. Initially, the average estradiol level was 74.52 pg/ml. After only 10 days on Myomin, their average estradiol level reduced to 38.84 pg/ml. The fibroids, cysts and associated pain gradually reduced.

Myomin and Estrogen Dominant Disorders

A study from Chang Hai Hospital involved 75 cases of fibrocystic breasts (70 women ages 18 to 52 years old and 5 men ages 62 to 64 years old). Sixty five percent of the women were under 35 years old. 25 cases were in the control group while 50 cases were in the Myomin group. Results of the study revealed that, in 14 cases, the fibrocystic breast completely cleared after 1 month of taking Myomin while, in 16 cases, the fibrocystic breast reduced 50% in size. Among the five men in the study, the cysts cleared completely in 3 cases. Overall, the effectiveness rate of Myomin is more than 60%, compared to the control group's 12% rate. In the Myomin group, in 48 out of 50 cases,associated pain cleared or tremendously reduced (p value <0.05) while in the control group, pain reduced in only 12 out of 25 cases. A 1994 clinical study was conducted on 255 patients with ovarian cysts and endometriosis. After 5 months, Myomin was effective on 147 patients (57%) while some improvements was observed in 87 patients (34.1%). No effect was observed in only 21 patients. Another study was conducted on both pre- and postmenopausal women with ovarian cysts. In one study from the Chang Hai Hospital in Shanghai, China, 85 female patients with ovarian cysts were involved, with ages ranging from 27to 64 years old (more than 50% of them between 34 and 45 years old). Out of the 85, 40 cases were related to endometriosis (hyatidiform cyst), 44 cases were simple ovarian cysts and 1 was a case of ovarian cancer. After 1 to 3 courses of the herbal formula, the cysts and symptoms of 15 patients completely cleared with no recurrence 3 months after the study. In 34 patients, the size of the cyst reduced by 50% and some of the associated symptoms were relieved. Y. Dikansky, DDS from NY, has a 38 year old female patient with an ovarian cyst for 8 years. The cyst was 3.7x6x2. After 3 months on Myomin, the cyst cleared. A 2000 study at the Shanghai Medical School was performed on 60 patients with small uterine fibroids. It revealed that if Myomin is used in combination with Revivin, it is 69.2% effective on uterine fibroids that exceed 2.5cm³ in size. Another alternative would be to combine Myomin with Angiostop, an angiogenesis inhibitor.


















The potential applications of aromatase inhibitors in many health conditions are continually increasing. They have been shown to reduce the risk of recurrent breast cancer, especially when used for a longer period. However, the aromatase inhibitor drugs in the market today are indicated for postmenopausal women only. This is very limiting especially since more and more premenopausal women are developing estrogen-related conditions. It is for this reason that the results of these studies on Myomin are significant. As stated before, Myomin has been used in clinical studies and found to be effective in both premenopausal and postmenopausal women with ovarian cysts, fibrocystic breast and endometriosis as well as in men with fibrocystic breast. It is able to produce these favourable results by inhibiting aromatase and consequently reducing estrogen levels.

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Aromatase inhibition is important in men as well. As men age, testosterone is being more readily converted to estrogen through the aromatase enzyme. Increased estrogen levels can lead to problems such as prostate cancer, prostatitis, and even gynecomastia. Evidence suggests that local aromatase expression in the prostate increases malignancy. In fact, the level of aromatase expression in malignant prostate tissue is comparable to that in breast cancer tissue. As a result, local estrogen levels are also promoted at the prostate tumor site, increasing growth. Aromatase inhibitors like Myomin will help block the action of aromatase, thereby minimizing the depletion of testosterone and reducing estrogen levels.

Myomin for Relief of Menopausal Symptoms

Myomin has also been reported to be effective in reducing the severity and frequency of hot flashes in some women. Although its exact mechanism on this particular function remains to be elucidated, it may be explained by Myomin's ability to compete with estrogen at the cells' estrogen receptors. It should be noted, however, that some women experience worsening of symptoms with Myomin. This is probably due to very low levels of estrogen in these women.

Myomin for Abdominal Fat

An aromatase inhibitor like Myomin can also reduce abdominal fat. Abdominal obesity is associated with decreased testosterone levels (or hypogonadism) and increased estradiol levels. Hypogonadism leads to the deposition of fat in the abdomen. As fat accumulates, aromatase activity increases at the site, causing more testosterone to be converted into estradiol. Taking testosterone or DHEA supplements is not enough because if aromatase is uncontrolled, then testosterone and DHEA will eventually be converted to estradiol. Adding anaromatase inhibitor like Myomin blocks the action of aromatase, effectively preventing the testosterone from being converted into estradiol. This leads to more muscle mass and the loss of abdominal weight.


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