Maintenance (phase 3) you are allowed to have diet sodas. Other flavored beverages allowed include: select alcohol in limited quantities, Glaceau fruit water, crystal light, diet snapple, etc. Try to develop a habit that replaces a previous sugary soda habit.
Treat yourself to Walden Farms Calorie Free Fruit Strawberry and Blueberry Syrups. Made with concentrated fruit extracts and natural flavors, they make milk a special treat, are delicious over ice cream, enhance the flavor of fresh fruits, great in smoothies and delicious in recipes that call for fruit flavors
Here are some suggestions.
Nutrition Month
Monday, October 10, 2011
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Beyond HCG diet; Post HCG diet shopping
This blog is a companion to the pamphlet I wrote for may patients to continue their success after the HCG diet. "Beyond the HCG diet… eating for the new you"
1. If you miss pasta and rice, take a look at my "miracle noodles" post
2. try to stick with items that are low fat as well as sugarless.
3. Maintenance (phase 3) you are allowed to have diet sodas. Other flavored beverages allowed include: select alcohol in limited quantities, Fresca sparkling drinks, Glaceau fruit water, crystal light, diet snapple, etc. See next post for drink options.
4. Whole wheat crackers- There's a chance this might actually be better for you than your standard bread stick or Melba toast. Wheat grain doesn't stick to your intestinal tract like processed white flour, and a few people actually report better weight loss using wheat crackers. Be sure to pick a brand and portion size with the same calorie count and other nutrition as the usual bread stick or Melba toast.
give me suggestions… I will add them to the list for everybody to find
1. If you miss pasta and rice, take a look at my "miracle noodles" post
2. try to stick with items that are low fat as well as sugarless.
3. Maintenance (phase 3) you are allowed to have diet sodas. Other flavored beverages allowed include: select alcohol in limited quantities, Fresca sparkling drinks, Glaceau fruit water, crystal light, diet snapple, etc. See next post for drink options.
4. Whole wheat crackers- There's a chance this might actually be better for you than your standard bread stick or Melba toast. Wheat grain doesn't stick to your intestinal tract like processed white flour, and a few people actually report better weight loss using wheat crackers. Be sure to pick a brand and portion size with the same calorie count and other nutrition as the usual bread stick or Melba toast.
give me suggestions… I will add them to the list for everybody to find
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Female Balance Ultimate
Female Balance Ultimate
It helps you feel healthy, balanced and relaxed - all month long, all life long!
Female Balance, a dietary supplement, packed with nutrients, botanicals and other herbal blends helps support a woman's hormonal system and brings balance back to a woman's life.Whether there is a problem with PMS, menopause and most other concerns in women’s health, Symmetry's specially formulated dietary supplement works to help take care of the problems and maintain a healthy balance in women's lives.
The menopausal phase of a woman's life starts when her body begins to decrease its estrogen production. This transition process varies for each woman and can include hot flashes, headaches and mood swings. Female Balance is a unique combination of plant based wild yam, dong quai, and essential fatty acids that’s combined with potent vitamin B-6 to support the female body's natural ability to maintain proper hormonal function, health, energy, and overall well being.
NATURAL INGREDIENTS
Wild yam root extract: The active ingredient in wild yam root is a naturally occurring substance called progesterone, which is the primary precursor hormone for estrogen, cortisone, and aldosterone. Wild yam is also helpful in soothing occasional cramps.
Dong quai: A traditional Chinese herb, dong quai contains phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) to promote increased circulation and healthy function of the endocrine system.
Vitex angus cactus extract (Chaste berry): Chaste berry supports balanced hormone levels by supporting healthy levels of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates milk production during pregnancy from the pituitary gland. High levels of prolactin may be a factor in PMS and menstrual irregularity.
Herbs that are well-noted for promoting female hormone balance
BLACK COHOSH
One of these herbs is Black Cohosh, which is known as both Actaea racemosa and Cimicifuga racemosa. Black Cohosh has traditionally been used as a popular Native American and folk remedy for female ailments. Black cohosh contains natural phytoestrogens [plant estrogens] and is well-noted for its antispasmodic properties and its ability to increase blood flow to the uterus; thereby reducing particularly painful cramps. It is also used to stabilize female hormone levels, which addresses the following premenstrual syndrome [PMS] symptoms:
Painful Menstrual Cramps
Irregular Periods
Low Sex Drive [Low Libido]
Headaches
Dizziness
Depression
Female Anxiety
Nervousness.
Mood Changes
Muscle Pains
Black Cohosh is also a popular natural alternative to synthetic hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It is used for many symptoms that frequently accompany perimenopause and menopause, including:
Hot Flashes
Night Sweats
Vaginal Dryness
Vaginal Atrophy [Loose Vaginal Muscles]
WILD YAM
Another potent herb used for female hormone balance is Wild Yam, also know as Dioscorea. It is used in labs to convert into the ovarian hormone progesterone. However, in its natural state without conversion, it contains the natural plant hormone diosgenin which is similar in structure to progesterone as well as to the adrenal hormone DHEA. The plant hormone diosgenin nourishes female organs and has a balancing effect upon the body’s hormones similar to the effects of DHEA and progesterone. Wild yam can help to overcome the negative effects of declining levels of DHEA and progesterone that usually begin to occur at around age 25-30. Natural plant hormones such as diosgenin are safer to take long term than are synthetic or animal forms of hormones. Its anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties are useful for reducing intense menstrual cramps. Wild yam is used for the following PMS symptoms:
Infertility
Menstrual Cramps
Loss Of Sex Drive
Hot Flashes
Headaches
Fatigue
Depression
GINSENG
Modern Day Uses of Ginseng
In the Western world, ginseng´s uses are the subject of extensive scientific trials. Such trials aim to test the efficiency of ginseng in treating specific modern day ailments. Some of these include:
As an Energizer: To assist the body's natural capacity to heal. For this reason, both the American and Asian ginseng are often used in the process of rehabilitation for people recovering from injury or illness. As Treatment for Sexual Dysfunction Problems: As a renowned stimulant, red ginseng is often used to help correct sexual dysfunction.
For Treating Menopause Symptoms: Ginseng has differing results depending on the person taking it. Despite these varying effects, many women take ginseng to lessen the often agonizing symptoms of menopause.
Ginseng is sometimes prescribed to treat mental well-being because it is considered a "normalizer" and "energizer". It is also a proven reliever of fatigue, nervousness, and stress.
DONG QUAI
Another potent herb used for female hormone balance is Dong Quai, also known as Angelica sinesis. Dong Quai is well-noted for its reputation as a female tonic. It has both anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. It has the ability to increase blood flow to the uterus; thereby reducing particularly painful cramps. Coumarins are the active ingredients in dong quai, which dilate blood vessels and stimulate the central nervous system. When blood vessels are dilated, this causes an increase in blood flow throughout the body. Coumarins also relax the smooth muscles of the uterus, which would help to explain the herb's traditional use for menstrual cramps. It is not likely that Dong Quai has any direct estrogenic effects because it contains only 1/400th the estrogen that the prescription drug Premarin does, for example, and it may actually lessen the effect of a woman's own estrogen. However, Dong Quai does contain estrogenic substances that may exert some regulating effect on estrogen levels and on estrogenic biological mechanisms. These estrogenic substances stimulate the liver to process and excrete any excess estrogen and get female hormones back into balance again. They seem to enhance estrogenic effects when estrogen levels are too low, and compete when levels are too high. This property substantiates how Dong Quai has become known as a menstrual tonic. Since PMS is thought to be partially caused by an estrogen excess, reducing the estrogen effect is very much an asset for female hormone regulation. Dong Quai is used to promote uterine health by nourishing female organs and to stabilize female hormone levels, which addresses the following premenstrual syndrome [PMS] symptoms:
Menstrual Cramps
Irregular Menstrual Periods
Amenorrhea (Missed Periods)
Menorrrhagia (Heavy Bleeding Or Prolonged Periods)
Endometriosis Pain
Inflammation
Fatigue
Depression
Anxiety
Mood Swings
Headache
Dong Quai is also used to fight certain microorganisms, including the Candida albicans fungus, which is the primary causative agent in vaginal yeast infections, as well as genital herpes outbreaks.
Dong quai is also used for menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
MACA
It has many medicinal problems and helps women in the menopause. Women who consume it in Peru, and have been doing so all their lives, do not experience the menopausal symptoms we experience in the west, like hot flushes, vaginal dryness and libido problems. In Peru it is eaten either raw or baked. and can also be used dried.
Experiments and research have been carried out on this powerful plant which reveal that not only does it help women in the menopause, but it increases libido
It can help with anxiety and mood swings, lack of energy and loss of memory, depression, insomnia, hair loss, gum disease, brittle hair and fingernails and many more symptoms.
Maca is recommended for fertility problems, sterility, and other sexual disorders.
If you have an overactive thyroid or Graves Disease, do not use MACA
CHASTEBERRY
Another very important herb used for female hormone balance is Vitex, also know as Chasteberry, Chaste Tree and Vitex agnus-castus. PMS consists of various physical and emotional symptoms that occur in the second half of the menstrual cycle, after ovulation. The symptoms begin about mid-cycle and are generally the most intense during the last seven days before menstruation. Vitex is probably the most important herb in relation to helping PMS. It works on the pituitary gland and has a balancing effect on the hormones especially in the second half of the cycle which is why it is such an important herb for PMS symptoms. It has historically been used to maintain a healthy menstrual cycle by assisting with restoring a normal estrogen-to-progesterone balance. With prolonged usage, it is possible that it can totally reverse the premenstrual syndrome, which has been linked to abnormally high levels of estrogen, especially if symptoms tend to disappear when menstruation begins. It is specifically used to assist the body to secrete progesterone. Low progesterone levels during childbearing years produce the following PMS symptoms:
Fibroid Tumors
Ovarian Cysts
Frequent Periods
Heavy Bleeding During Periods
Lack Of Ovulation
Missed Periods
Headaches
Acne
Breast Tenderness
Backache
Bloating
Fatigue
Cravings For Sweets
Feelings Of Anxiety
Irritability
Depression
Mood Swings
Tearfulness
Libido Imbalance [Sex Drive Too High Or Too Low]
Difficulty Concentrating
Difficulty Handling Stress
Vitex is also used for menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
HORNY GOAT (EPIMEDIUM)
Animal studies have shown that epimedium may function a bit like an adaptogen (such as cordyceps, rhodiola, ashwagandha, and ginseng) by increasing levels of epinephrine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine when they are low (an energy-promoting effect), but reducing cortisol levels when they are elevated (an anti-stress effect). There is also evidence that epimedium can restore low levels of both testosterone and thyroid hormone (bringing low levels back to their normal levels) - which may account for some of the benefits of epimedium in improving libido (sex drive). Animal studies using epimedium have shown a reduction in bone breakdown, an increase in muscle mass, and a loss of body fat-each of which may be linked to the observed return of abnormal cortisol levels back to normal values (and rhythm).
Horny Goat Weed may have other effects as well. Some use the plant as a natural energy booster. Some studies indicate that Horny Goat Weed may increase osteoblastic activity in the bones, which would help prevent osteoporosis. Others have shown that the weed may help regulate cortisol, testosterone, and thyroid hormone levels in the body.
Menopause
A study tested the estrogenic activity of 32 herbs used for menopause. Epimedium brevicornum, was one of the highest estrogenic activity.
Comparison to other products I have seen my patients take:
Macafem is a non-prescription tablet that claims to reduce the symptoms of PMS, menopause, reduced libido and infertility with natural herbs that balance hormones. The company says its product will keep the body’s hormones balanced in a safe and natural way. This product lists one ingredient: Maca
A one month supply costs $29.99
It is important to remember that maca does not itself contain any hormones, but its action on the body jogs the pituitary into producing the precursor hormones which ultimately end up raising estrogen, progesterone and testosterone levels, as well as helping to balance the adrenal glands, the thyroid and the pancreas.
Female Balance Ultimate also contains Maca. Female Balance contains 24 ingredients. I find that 24 herbs and vitamins working together have a better effect than one herb alone.
Female Balance Ultimate has been independently tested by Brunswick labs for potency and purity.
FertilAid for Women is designed to promote the balance of hormones that play a central role in menstrual health and regular ovulation, supporting a woman’s reproductive organs and the development of reproductive tissues." FertilAid for Women provides:
• A "Fertility-Enhancing" Formula: promotes regular ovulation and female hormonal balance. • Natural, scientifically-validated herbal ingredients, including chasteberry. A one month supply costs $28.95
Like the above product, Female Balance Ultimate Contains Chasteberry. Female Balance contains 24 ingredients.
Female Balance Ultimate has been independently tested by Brunswick labs for potency and purity.
Instructions:
With a proprietary herbal formula that includes chasteberry (vitex), red clover blossom, can help restore hormonal balance while supporting overall reproductive wellness. Each bottle contains a one-month supply. It may take up to 3 months to fully realize the benefits. Do not take if you are taking fertility drugs (such as Clomid). If taking Female Balance Ultimate for fertility purposes, use during menses, or if not menstruating, discontinue once pregnancy test is positive.
If taking Female Balance Ultimate for PMS, one can take it daily, or it can be taken just for the days that symptoms are noted, if this can be predicted.
As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules in the morning, and 1 to 2 capsules in the afternoon or as recommended by your health care practitioner.
It is not unusual for the length of your menstrual cycle to change during the use of this product. 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.
It helps you feel healthy, balanced and relaxed - all month long, all life long!
Female Balance, a dietary supplement, packed with nutrients, botanicals and other herbal blends helps support a woman's hormonal system and brings balance back to a woman's life.Whether there is a problem with PMS, menopause and most other concerns in women’s health, Symmetry's specially formulated dietary supplement works to help take care of the problems and maintain a healthy balance in women's lives.
The menopausal phase of a woman's life starts when her body begins to decrease its estrogen production. This transition process varies for each woman and can include hot flashes, headaches and mood swings. Female Balance is a unique combination of plant based wild yam, dong quai, and essential fatty acids that’s combined with potent vitamin B-6 to support the female body's natural ability to maintain proper hormonal function, health, energy, and overall well being.
NATURAL INGREDIENTS
Wild yam root extract: The active ingredient in wild yam root is a naturally occurring substance called progesterone, which is the primary precursor hormone for estrogen, cortisone, and aldosterone. Wild yam is also helpful in soothing occasional cramps.
Dong quai: A traditional Chinese herb, dong quai contains phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) to promote increased circulation and healthy function of the endocrine system.
Vitex angus cactus extract (Chaste berry): Chaste berry supports balanced hormone levels by supporting healthy levels of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates milk production during pregnancy from the pituitary gland. High levels of prolactin may be a factor in PMS and menstrual irregularity.
Herbs that are well-noted for promoting female hormone balance
BLACK COHOSH
One of these herbs is Black Cohosh, which is known as both Actaea racemosa and Cimicifuga racemosa. Black Cohosh has traditionally been used as a popular Native American and folk remedy for female ailments. Black cohosh contains natural phytoestrogens [plant estrogens] and is well-noted for its antispasmodic properties and its ability to increase blood flow to the uterus; thereby reducing particularly painful cramps. It is also used to stabilize female hormone levels, which addresses the following premenstrual syndrome [PMS] symptoms:
Painful Menstrual Cramps
Irregular Periods
Low Sex Drive [Low Libido]
Headaches
Dizziness
Depression
Female Anxiety
Nervousness.
Mood Changes
Muscle Pains
Black Cohosh is also a popular natural alternative to synthetic hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It is used for many symptoms that frequently accompany perimenopause and menopause, including:
Hot Flashes
Night Sweats
Vaginal Dryness
Vaginal Atrophy [Loose Vaginal Muscles]
WILD YAM
Another potent herb used for female hormone balance is Wild Yam, also know as Dioscorea. It is used in labs to convert into the ovarian hormone progesterone. However, in its natural state without conversion, it contains the natural plant hormone diosgenin which is similar in structure to progesterone as well as to the adrenal hormone DHEA. The plant hormone diosgenin nourishes female organs and has a balancing effect upon the body’s hormones similar to the effects of DHEA and progesterone. Wild yam can help to overcome the negative effects of declining levels of DHEA and progesterone that usually begin to occur at around age 25-30. Natural plant hormones such as diosgenin are safer to take long term than are synthetic or animal forms of hormones. Its anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties are useful for reducing intense menstrual cramps. Wild yam is used for the following PMS symptoms:
Infertility
Menstrual Cramps
Loss Of Sex Drive
Hot Flashes
Headaches
Fatigue
Depression
GINSENG
Modern Day Uses of Ginseng
In the Western world, ginseng´s uses are the subject of extensive scientific trials. Such trials aim to test the efficiency of ginseng in treating specific modern day ailments. Some of these include:
As an Energizer: To assist the body's natural capacity to heal. For this reason, both the American and Asian ginseng are often used in the process of rehabilitation for people recovering from injury or illness. As Treatment for Sexual Dysfunction Problems: As a renowned stimulant, red ginseng is often used to help correct sexual dysfunction.
For Treating Menopause Symptoms: Ginseng has differing results depending on the person taking it. Despite these varying effects, many women take ginseng to lessen the often agonizing symptoms of menopause.
Ginseng is sometimes prescribed to treat mental well-being because it is considered a "normalizer" and "energizer". It is also a proven reliever of fatigue, nervousness, and stress.
DONG QUAI
Another potent herb used for female hormone balance is Dong Quai, also known as Angelica sinesis. Dong Quai is well-noted for its reputation as a female tonic. It has both anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. It has the ability to increase blood flow to the uterus; thereby reducing particularly painful cramps. Coumarins are the active ingredients in dong quai, which dilate blood vessels and stimulate the central nervous system. When blood vessels are dilated, this causes an increase in blood flow throughout the body. Coumarins also relax the smooth muscles of the uterus, which would help to explain the herb's traditional use for menstrual cramps. It is not likely that Dong Quai has any direct estrogenic effects because it contains only 1/400th the estrogen that the prescription drug Premarin does, for example, and it may actually lessen the effect of a woman's own estrogen. However, Dong Quai does contain estrogenic substances that may exert some regulating effect on estrogen levels and on estrogenic biological mechanisms. These estrogenic substances stimulate the liver to process and excrete any excess estrogen and get female hormones back into balance again. They seem to enhance estrogenic effects when estrogen levels are too low, and compete when levels are too high. This property substantiates how Dong Quai has become known as a menstrual tonic. Since PMS is thought to be partially caused by an estrogen excess, reducing the estrogen effect is very much an asset for female hormone regulation. Dong Quai is used to promote uterine health by nourishing female organs and to stabilize female hormone levels, which addresses the following premenstrual syndrome [PMS] symptoms:
Menstrual Cramps
Irregular Menstrual Periods
Amenorrhea (Missed Periods)
Menorrrhagia (Heavy Bleeding Or Prolonged Periods)
Endometriosis Pain
Inflammation
Fatigue
Depression
Anxiety
Mood Swings
Headache
Dong Quai is also used to fight certain microorganisms, including the Candida albicans fungus, which is the primary causative agent in vaginal yeast infections, as well as genital herpes outbreaks.
Dong quai is also used for menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
MACA
It has many medicinal problems and helps women in the menopause. Women who consume it in Peru, and have been doing so all their lives, do not experience the menopausal symptoms we experience in the west, like hot flushes, vaginal dryness and libido problems. In Peru it is eaten either raw or baked. and can also be used dried.
Experiments and research have been carried out on this powerful plant which reveal that not only does it help women in the menopause, but it increases libido
It can help with anxiety and mood swings, lack of energy and loss of memory, depression, insomnia, hair loss, gum disease, brittle hair and fingernails and many more symptoms.
Maca is recommended for fertility problems, sterility, and other sexual disorders.
If you have an overactive thyroid or Graves Disease, do not use MACA
CHASTEBERRY
Another very important herb used for female hormone balance is Vitex, also know as Chasteberry, Chaste Tree and Vitex agnus-castus. PMS consists of various physical and emotional symptoms that occur in the second half of the menstrual cycle, after ovulation. The symptoms begin about mid-cycle and are generally the most intense during the last seven days before menstruation. Vitex is probably the most important herb in relation to helping PMS. It works on the pituitary gland and has a balancing effect on the hormones especially in the second half of the cycle which is why it is such an important herb for PMS symptoms. It has historically been used to maintain a healthy menstrual cycle by assisting with restoring a normal estrogen-to-progesterone balance. With prolonged usage, it is possible that it can totally reverse the premenstrual syndrome, which has been linked to abnormally high levels of estrogen, especially if symptoms tend to disappear when menstruation begins. It is specifically used to assist the body to secrete progesterone. Low progesterone levels during childbearing years produce the following PMS symptoms:
Fibroid Tumors
Ovarian Cysts
Frequent Periods
Heavy Bleeding During Periods
Lack Of Ovulation
Missed Periods
Headaches
Acne
Breast Tenderness
Backache
Bloating
Fatigue
Cravings For Sweets
Feelings Of Anxiety
Irritability
Depression
Mood Swings
Tearfulness
Libido Imbalance [Sex Drive Too High Or Too Low]
Difficulty Concentrating
Difficulty Handling Stress
Vitex is also used for menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
HORNY GOAT (EPIMEDIUM)
Animal studies have shown that epimedium may function a bit like an adaptogen (such as cordyceps, rhodiola, ashwagandha, and ginseng) by increasing levels of epinephrine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine when they are low (an energy-promoting effect), but reducing cortisol levels when they are elevated (an anti-stress effect). There is also evidence that epimedium can restore low levels of both testosterone and thyroid hormone (bringing low levels back to their normal levels) - which may account for some of the benefits of epimedium in improving libido (sex drive). Animal studies using epimedium have shown a reduction in bone breakdown, an increase in muscle mass, and a loss of body fat-each of which may be linked to the observed return of abnormal cortisol levels back to normal values (and rhythm).
Horny Goat Weed may have other effects as well. Some use the plant as a natural energy booster. Some studies indicate that Horny Goat Weed may increase osteoblastic activity in the bones, which would help prevent osteoporosis. Others have shown that the weed may help regulate cortisol, testosterone, and thyroid hormone levels in the body.
Menopause
A study tested the estrogenic activity of 32 herbs used for menopause. Epimedium brevicornum, was one of the highest estrogenic activity.
Comparison to other products I have seen my patients take:
Macafem is a non-prescription tablet that claims to reduce the symptoms of PMS, menopause, reduced libido and infertility with natural herbs that balance hormones. The company says its product will keep the body’s hormones balanced in a safe and natural way. This product lists one ingredient: Maca
A one month supply costs $29.99
It is important to remember that maca does not itself contain any hormones, but its action on the body jogs the pituitary into producing the precursor hormones which ultimately end up raising estrogen, progesterone and testosterone levels, as well as helping to balance the adrenal glands, the thyroid and the pancreas.
Female Balance Ultimate also contains Maca. Female Balance contains 24 ingredients. I find that 24 herbs and vitamins working together have a better effect than one herb alone.
Female Balance Ultimate has been independently tested by Brunswick labs for potency and purity.
FertilAid for Women is designed to promote the balance of hormones that play a central role in menstrual health and regular ovulation, supporting a woman’s reproductive organs and the development of reproductive tissues." FertilAid for Women provides:
• A "Fertility-Enhancing" Formula: promotes regular ovulation and female hormonal balance. • Natural, scientifically-validated herbal ingredients, including chasteberry. A one month supply costs $28.95
Like the above product, Female Balance Ultimate Contains Chasteberry. Female Balance contains 24 ingredients.
Female Balance Ultimate has been independently tested by Brunswick labs for potency and purity.
Instructions:
With a proprietary herbal formula that includes chasteberry (vitex), red clover blossom, can help restore hormonal balance while supporting overall reproductive wellness. Each bottle contains a one-month supply. It may take up to 3 months to fully realize the benefits. Do not take if you are taking fertility drugs (such as Clomid). If taking Female Balance Ultimate for fertility purposes, use during menses, or if not menstruating, discontinue once pregnancy test is positive.
If taking Female Balance Ultimate for PMS, one can take it daily, or it can be taken just for the days that symptoms are noted, if this can be predicted.
As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules in the morning, and 1 to 2 capsules in the afternoon or as recommended by your health care practitioner.
It is not unusual for the length of your menstrual cycle to change during the use of this product. 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.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Potassium replacement ideas
Symptoms of Low Potassium
Potassium Deficiency Symptoms and Signs
Indeed, knowing the symptoms of low potassium can help you make informed decisions about your health.
However, before we delve into potassium deficiency symptoms, let's briefly discuss what it does to help us maintain vibrant heath.
Potassium is a mineral that harbors electrical properties when it is dissolved in the fluid part of the blood and, as such, it is classified as an electrolyte. It is a nutrient that is critical to life as it is required for the proper functioning of cells, including the cells of the heart muscle. It works closely with its cousin sodium - another electrolyte – in maintaining the body's proper balance of fluids and acid-base. More specifically, potassium controls the amount of fluid inside cells while its cousin sodium maintains the balance of fluid outside cells.
Potassium aids in proper muscle contraction and helps to keep the heart thumping regularly. It is also essential for conducting nerve impulses, aids in energy metabolism, and it even helps to maintain normal blood pressure. In fact, evidence suggests that diets high in potassium may help to protect against hypertension, strokes, and cardiovascular disease.
Lastly, potassium regulates the transfer of nutrients through cell membranes, but this function has been shown to decrease with age.
Symptoms of Low Potassium
The following are potassium deficiency symptoms and signs:
•Muscle Cramps
•Muscle Fatigue and Weakness
•Irregular Heartbeat
•Fatigue
•Mental Confusion
•Irritability
•Abnormally Dry Skin
•Insatiable Thirst
•Chills
•Depression
•Nausea and Vomiting
•Nervousness
•Insomnia
•Diarrhea
•Low Blood Pressure
•Periodic Headaches
•Salt Retention
•Constipation
•High Cholesterol Levels
•Glucose Intolerance
•Impaired Growth
•Edema
•Extreme cases, cardiac arrest
Symptoms of Low Potassium
Who's at Risk?
The following people should pay very close attention to their potassium levels and be aware of potassium deficiency symptoms. Some of the causes of potassium deficiency include:
•Certain diuretics
•Long-term therapy with corticosteroids and adrenal hormones
•High sodium diets and low in fruits and vegetables
•Prolonged fasting
•Bizarre diets
•Seniors
•Excessive intake of licorice over prolonged periods
•Excessive intake of carbenoxolone
•Profuse sweating over a period of several days can reduce stores of potassium or excessive vomiting
•Excessive use of laxatives
Symptoms of Low Potassium: Health Conditions at Risk?
The following health conditions can cause a potassium deficiency. As such, one should also be aware of potassium deficiency symptoms.
•Anorexia
•Nervosa
•Alcoholism
•Malnutrition
•Cystic Fibrosis
•Kidney Disease
•Heart Disease
•Diabetes
•Cushing’s Syndrome
•Surgical Operations Involving the Bowel
•Extensive Burns and Injuries
•Chronic Diarrhea
•Persistent Vomiting
•Influenza
•Chronic Respiratory Failure
•Anemia
•Ulcerative Colitis
•Inflammatory Bowel Disease
•Excessive Excretion of Aldosterone
Should you be concerned about the symptoms of low potassium, it's important that you consult with a qualified health care provider.
Natural Sources of Potassium
Potato, winter squash, tomato, celery, carrots, broccoli, watercress, avocado, banana, oranges, orange juice, raisins, watermelon, cantaloupe, prunes, fish, lamb, bran cereal, wheat flakes cereal, yogurt, milk, salt substitutes and sunflower seeds
If you are pregnant, try to get extra potassium from the foods, not supplements unless directed by your physician.
Potassium is a recommended supplement on the HCG diet because low-carb, low-calorie diets may cause increased excretion of potassium. Symptoms of low potassium include muscle cramps, constipation and extreme fatigue. Many physician have written books on low-carb diets and states that you tend to urinate more on low-carb diets due to the fact that your kidneys tend to flush fluids that accumulate when insulin is high and the diuretic effect often leads to low potassium. Please Note: If you have a pre-existing health condition and/or are taking any prescriptions or medications for blood pressure, headaches, migraines, water or fluid retention, or for your heart, check with your doctor before taking potassium.
Readers should not use this information for self-diagnosis or self-treatment, but should always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any major dietary changes. This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice.
Potassium Deficiency Symptoms and Signs
Indeed, knowing the symptoms of low potassium can help you make informed decisions about your health.
However, before we delve into potassium deficiency symptoms, let's briefly discuss what it does to help us maintain vibrant heath.
Potassium is a mineral that harbors electrical properties when it is dissolved in the fluid part of the blood and, as such, it is classified as an electrolyte. It is a nutrient that is critical to life as it is required for the proper functioning of cells, including the cells of the heart muscle. It works closely with its cousin sodium - another electrolyte – in maintaining the body's proper balance of fluids and acid-base. More specifically, potassium controls the amount of fluid inside cells while its cousin sodium maintains the balance of fluid outside cells.
Potassium aids in proper muscle contraction and helps to keep the heart thumping regularly. It is also essential for conducting nerve impulses, aids in energy metabolism, and it even helps to maintain normal blood pressure. In fact, evidence suggests that diets high in potassium may help to protect against hypertension, strokes, and cardiovascular disease.
Lastly, potassium regulates the transfer of nutrients through cell membranes, but this function has been shown to decrease with age.
Symptoms of Low Potassium
The following are potassium deficiency symptoms and signs:
•Muscle Cramps
•Muscle Fatigue and Weakness
•Irregular Heartbeat
•Fatigue
•Mental Confusion
•Irritability
•Abnormally Dry Skin
•Insatiable Thirst
•Chills
•Depression
•Nausea and Vomiting
•Nervousness
•Insomnia
•Diarrhea
•Low Blood Pressure
•Periodic Headaches
•Salt Retention
•Constipation
•High Cholesterol Levels
•Glucose Intolerance
•Impaired Growth
•Edema
•Extreme cases, cardiac arrest
Symptoms of Low Potassium
Who's at Risk?
The following people should pay very close attention to their potassium levels and be aware of potassium deficiency symptoms. Some of the causes of potassium deficiency include:
•Certain diuretics
•Long-term therapy with corticosteroids and adrenal hormones
•High sodium diets and low in fruits and vegetables
•Prolonged fasting
•Bizarre diets
•Seniors
•Excessive intake of licorice over prolonged periods
•Excessive intake of carbenoxolone
•Profuse sweating over a period of several days can reduce stores of potassium or excessive vomiting
•Excessive use of laxatives
Symptoms of Low Potassium: Health Conditions at Risk?
The following health conditions can cause a potassium deficiency. As such, one should also be aware of potassium deficiency symptoms.
•Anorexia
•Nervosa
•Alcoholism
•Malnutrition
•Cystic Fibrosis
•Kidney Disease
•Heart Disease
•Diabetes
•Cushing’s Syndrome
•Surgical Operations Involving the Bowel
•Extensive Burns and Injuries
•Chronic Diarrhea
•Persistent Vomiting
•Influenza
•Chronic Respiratory Failure
•Anemia
•Ulcerative Colitis
•Inflammatory Bowel Disease
•Excessive Excretion of Aldosterone
Should you be concerned about the symptoms of low potassium, it's important that you consult with a qualified health care provider.
Natural Sources of Potassium
Potato, winter squash, tomato, celery, carrots, broccoli, watercress, avocado, banana, oranges, orange juice, raisins, watermelon, cantaloupe, prunes, fish, lamb, bran cereal, wheat flakes cereal, yogurt, milk, salt substitutes and sunflower seeds
If you are pregnant, try to get extra potassium from the foods, not supplements unless directed by your physician.
Potassium is a recommended supplement on the HCG diet because low-carb, low-calorie diets may cause increased excretion of potassium. Symptoms of low potassium include muscle cramps, constipation and extreme fatigue. Many physician have written books on low-carb diets and states that you tend to urinate more on low-carb diets due to the fact that your kidneys tend to flush fluids that accumulate when insulin is high and the diuretic effect often leads to low potassium. Please Note: If you have a pre-existing health condition and/or are taking any prescriptions or medications for blood pressure, headaches, migraines, water or fluid retention, or for your heart, check with your doctor before taking potassium.
Readers should not use this information for self-diagnosis or self-treatment, but should always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any major dietary changes. This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice.
Monday, August 29, 2011
How to Begin Healing Rosacea From Within
Rosacea skin care starts from within as you attempt to cleanse your internal organs, strengthen your immune system, promote intestinal health, and strengthen your skin through proper nutrition.
If you have rosacea, there are alternative treatments that can work with, or in lieu of, standard medical treatments.
Clinical trials show how diet plays a role in managing the inflammatory process of rosacea.
The National Rosacea Society recently polled more than 3,000 sufferers about which foods appeared to cause a flare-up of their condition. Among the top food triggers were alcohol (especially red wine), hot beverages, hot spices (primarily cayenne and red pepper), citrus fruit, and tomatoes. It is interesting to note these are also common food intolerances for many people who don’t have rosacea.
Cherries, blackberries, and blueberries are vascular constrictors, which actually assist in reducing redness.
Rosacea Causes
There are no conclusive studies that can pinpoint exactly what causes rosacea. That is partly where there are not yet rosacea cures. Some possibilities that researchers think MAY cause rosacea include:
Excessively acidic diet (Green Cell Therapy is alkalinizing)
An immune system disorder (Green Cell Therapy provides a boost)
Microscopic mites on the skin (Octocleanse may help)
The helicobacter pylori bacteria (Octocleanse may help)
Stress
Heredity
A history of blistering sunburns
First, begin by doing a parasite cleanse. Parasites are persistent little creatures that can cause all sorts of health problems for people without their knowing the actual cause.
If you have hair loss, rough skin or a tendency to flush around the facial region, you may have a parasitic mite known as demodex brevis or demodex folliculorum. This parasite can live in the hair follicle. It sucks out the nutrients at the root of the hair. The follicle becomes enlarged and infected causing loss of hair and inflammation. When living on the skin, it feeds on nutrients in the sebaceous glands, they become infected and inflamed and the skin may then thicken. Acne Rosacea can also be caused by this parasite.
After you have eliminated parasite and other unhealthy and destructive toxins from your colon, you’ll want to support the good bacteria in your digestive tract by eating some live culture yogurt or a good live bacteria supplement. *Green Cell Therapy has probiotics*
Second, purge and support your liver through any means you find that can accomodate your tolerances. Once you have cleansed yourself of parasites and improved your liver’s ability to cleanse the blood going through your body, you need to turn your attention to your digestive system. A good colon cleanse can help you excrete a large amount of toxins and may help you feel younger just by getting pounds of unnecessary garbage off the walls of your colon. Having a cleaner colon leads to better nutrition being absorbed by the skin which can lead to healthier skin.
If you have rosacea, there are alternative treatments that can work with, or in lieu of, standard medical treatments.
Clinical trials show how diet plays a role in managing the inflammatory process of rosacea.
The National Rosacea Society recently polled more than 3,000 sufferers about which foods appeared to cause a flare-up of their condition. Among the top food triggers were alcohol (especially red wine), hot beverages, hot spices (primarily cayenne and red pepper), citrus fruit, and tomatoes. It is interesting to note these are also common food intolerances for many people who don’t have rosacea.
Cherries, blackberries, and blueberries are vascular constrictors, which actually assist in reducing redness.
Rosacea Causes
There are no conclusive studies that can pinpoint exactly what causes rosacea. That is partly where there are not yet rosacea cures. Some possibilities that researchers think MAY cause rosacea include:
Excessively acidic diet (Green Cell Therapy is alkalinizing)
An immune system disorder (Green Cell Therapy provides a boost)
Microscopic mites on the skin (Octocleanse may help)
The helicobacter pylori bacteria (Octocleanse may help)
Stress
Heredity
A history of blistering sunburns
First, begin by doing a parasite cleanse. Parasites are persistent little creatures that can cause all sorts of health problems for people without their knowing the actual cause.
If you have hair loss, rough skin or a tendency to flush around the facial region, you may have a parasitic mite known as demodex brevis or demodex folliculorum. This parasite can live in the hair follicle. It sucks out the nutrients at the root of the hair. The follicle becomes enlarged and infected causing loss of hair and inflammation. When living on the skin, it feeds on nutrients in the sebaceous glands, they become infected and inflamed and the skin may then thicken. Acne Rosacea can also be caused by this parasite.
After you have eliminated parasite and other unhealthy and destructive toxins from your colon, you’ll want to support the good bacteria in your digestive tract by eating some live culture yogurt or a good live bacteria supplement. *Green Cell Therapy has probiotics*
Second, purge and support your liver through any means you find that can accomodate your tolerances. Once you have cleansed yourself of parasites and improved your liver’s ability to cleanse the blood going through your body, you need to turn your attention to your digestive system. A good colon cleanse can help you excrete a large amount of toxins and may help you feel younger just by getting pounds of unnecessary garbage off the walls of your colon. Having a cleaner colon leads to better nutrition being absorbed by the skin which can lead to healthier skin.
Natural treatments for rosacea
What is Rosacea?
More than 14 million people in North America have rosacea, a chronic skin condition. Women, fair-skinned people between the ages of 30 and 60 are more likely to be affected.
Symptoms and signs of rosacea include:
Areas of redness on your face
Small red bumps or pustules on your nose, cheeks, forehead, and/or chin
Small blood vessels on your nose and/or cheeks (called telangiectasia)
Tendency to flush or blush
Rosacea may also result in a red, bulbous nose, called rhinophyma, or a burning or gritty sensation in your eyes, called ocular rosacea.
Rosacea sufferers should avoid foods that may trigger the condition such as spicy foods, coffee and alcohol. A diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and a lot of water is recommended.
Antibiotics have anti-inflammatory effects that seem to suppress the inflammation associated with rosacea. The most common oral antibiotics prescribed for rosacea include tetracycline, doxycycline, and minocycline.
Because oral antibiotics can produce unwanted side effects, their long-term use is not recommended. You'll most likely be prescribed these drugs until your symptoms have been brought under control, at which point topical medications, lifestyle changes, and laser and/or light treatments will be used to keep further flare-ups at bay.
Oatmeal
First, oatmeal is a potent antipruritic. The moisturizing properties of colloidal oatmeal alleviate itch due to dry skin. These properties, in turn, promote protection of barrier function, which is often impaired in rosacea patients. Oatmeal also works as a skin protectant and enhancer of barrier function as the proteins and polysaccharides bind to skin to provide a protective barrier, while proteins buffer both acids and bases.
Digestive Enzymes
Some people with rosacea have indigestion, especially after eating fatty foods. One study found a deficiency of the pancreatic enzyme lipase, an enzyme that helps to digest fat.
When the rosacea patients in the study were given pancreatic enzyme supplements with meals, their symptoms of indigestion and rosacea both improved.
Milk Thistle can help with Rosacea because it improves overall liver function and helps detoxify the skin. Chlorella, alfalfa and other "green" foods are good for rosacea because they supply phytonutrients that help to improve skin health. (Digestive enzymes, milk thistle, chlorella, alfalfa, and other green foods are found in Green Cell Therapy below)
B Vitamins
Inadequate riboflavin, caused by insufficient dietary intake or poor absorption in the digestive tract, may be associated with rosacea.
Food Intolerances
Some alternative practitioners have found clinically that certain foods may be associated with rosacea symptoms. Foods may cause the release of chemicals that dilate blood vessels and cause flushing.
An inexpensive and effective way of identifying food intolerance is through an elimination and challenge diet, which involves removing allergenic foods from the diet for one to two weeks then systematically introducing them into the diet to isolate the foods that cause reactions. Supervision by a health practitioner is recommended.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar taken orally is used as a home remedy for rosacea. It is thought to stimulate the release of digestive enzymes and help normalize the bacterial balance in the intestines. Consult a health practitioner before trying apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is available in liquid and tablet form. There have been reports linking use of the tablets with esophageal injury.
Red Tea
It may sound ironic, but red tea, which comes from the leaves of a South African shrub, can actually alleviate the redness associated with rosacea. Rich in quercetin, an anti-inflammatory agent that inhibits flushing and irritation, natural red tea can be used as a facial wash, as reported in "The Doctors Book of Home Remedies." Brew the tea, and let it steep for 30 minutes. Allow it to cool in the refrigerator, and then saturate a wash cloth in the liquid. Place the cool, saturated wash cloth on your face for 10 to 15 minutes.
Licorice
A recommended natural treatment for rosaecea. The topical application of this herb has shown improvement in people with mild and moderate symptoms. The anti-inflammatory properties of a chemical present in licorice called licochalcone help to reduce skin itchiness.
Niacinamide or vitamin B3 based moisturizer is considered an effective natural treatment for rosacea. The research conducted on niacinamide has shown its potency in improving the skin barrier and alleviating skin inflammation. These natural herbs and extracts are advised as add on treatments for rosacea with other oral and topical prescriptions.
Green Tea Cream
The use of green tea has long been studied for a variety of diseases. The results of a recent small study found that cream containing 2% polyphenone (green tea extract) improved the symptoms of rosacea as much as 70%. Green tea extract contains many anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-ageing properties which help to reduce skin redness, reduce papules and pustules as well as soothing the skin.
Lavender
Lavender is one of those herbs that has been used for hundreds of years to treat anything from insomnia and depression to muscular spasms and pain. Lavender has natural anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic and calming properties that make it a great choice for many problems. Even though there is no conclusive evidence regarding the use of lavender for skin problems, there does seem to be support for the use of lavender to help in healing the skin. Lavender should not be used directly on the skin as this can cause irritation. It should be mixed with a cream or carrier oil.
Tea Tree Oil
Again, like lavender and chamomile, tea tree oil possesses anti-inflammatory properties and is great for treating boils, spots and inflamed skin. However, tea tree oil should be used with caution because it has resulted in allergic contact eczema and dermatitis. Never take it internally and only use it mixed into a cream or carrier oil.
We have a coconut based balm in the office that contains green tea, lavender, and tea tree oil. Call 832-237-4200
The use of Omnilux™ light therapy in Rosacea (as light treatment alone or using the balm with essential oils) offers excellent efficacy in erythema reduction and overall facial cosmetic enhancement. In addition, the anti-inflammatory effects of the Omnilux revive™ treatments act to prolong remission of the condition. Treatments are twice weekly for 5 weeks.
More than 14 million people in North America have rosacea, a chronic skin condition. Women, fair-skinned people between the ages of 30 and 60 are more likely to be affected.
Symptoms and signs of rosacea include:
Areas of redness on your face
Small red bumps or pustules on your nose, cheeks, forehead, and/or chin
Small blood vessels on your nose and/or cheeks (called telangiectasia)
Tendency to flush or blush
Rosacea may also result in a red, bulbous nose, called rhinophyma, or a burning or gritty sensation in your eyes, called ocular rosacea.
Rosacea sufferers should avoid foods that may trigger the condition such as spicy foods, coffee and alcohol. A diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and a lot of water is recommended.
Antibiotics have anti-inflammatory effects that seem to suppress the inflammation associated with rosacea. The most common oral antibiotics prescribed for rosacea include tetracycline, doxycycline, and minocycline.
Because oral antibiotics can produce unwanted side effects, their long-term use is not recommended. You'll most likely be prescribed these drugs until your symptoms have been brought under control, at which point topical medications, lifestyle changes, and laser and/or light treatments will be used to keep further flare-ups at bay.
Oatmeal
First, oatmeal is a potent antipruritic. The moisturizing properties of colloidal oatmeal alleviate itch due to dry skin. These properties, in turn, promote protection of barrier function, which is often impaired in rosacea patients. Oatmeal also works as a skin protectant and enhancer of barrier function as the proteins and polysaccharides bind to skin to provide a protective barrier, while proteins buffer both acids and bases.
Digestive Enzymes
Some people with rosacea have indigestion, especially after eating fatty foods. One study found a deficiency of the pancreatic enzyme lipase, an enzyme that helps to digest fat.
When the rosacea patients in the study were given pancreatic enzyme supplements with meals, their symptoms of indigestion and rosacea both improved.
Milk Thistle can help with Rosacea because it improves overall liver function and helps detoxify the skin. Chlorella, alfalfa and other "green" foods are good for rosacea because they supply phytonutrients that help to improve skin health. (Digestive enzymes, milk thistle, chlorella, alfalfa, and other green foods are found in Green Cell Therapy below)
B Vitamins
Inadequate riboflavin, caused by insufficient dietary intake or poor absorption in the digestive tract, may be associated with rosacea.
Food Intolerances
Some alternative practitioners have found clinically that certain foods may be associated with rosacea symptoms. Foods may cause the release of chemicals that dilate blood vessels and cause flushing.
An inexpensive and effective way of identifying food intolerance is through an elimination and challenge diet, which involves removing allergenic foods from the diet for one to two weeks then systematically introducing them into the diet to isolate the foods that cause reactions. Supervision by a health practitioner is recommended.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar taken orally is used as a home remedy for rosacea. It is thought to stimulate the release of digestive enzymes and help normalize the bacterial balance in the intestines. Consult a health practitioner before trying apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is available in liquid and tablet form. There have been reports linking use of the tablets with esophageal injury.
Red Tea
It may sound ironic, but red tea, which comes from the leaves of a South African shrub, can actually alleviate the redness associated with rosacea. Rich in quercetin, an anti-inflammatory agent that inhibits flushing and irritation, natural red tea can be used as a facial wash, as reported in "The Doctors Book of Home Remedies." Brew the tea, and let it steep for 30 minutes. Allow it to cool in the refrigerator, and then saturate a wash cloth in the liquid. Place the cool, saturated wash cloth on your face for 10 to 15 minutes.
Licorice
A recommended natural treatment for rosaecea. The topical application of this herb has shown improvement in people with mild and moderate symptoms. The anti-inflammatory properties of a chemical present in licorice called licochalcone help to reduce skin itchiness.
Niacinamide or vitamin B3 based moisturizer is considered an effective natural treatment for rosacea. The research conducted on niacinamide has shown its potency in improving the skin barrier and alleviating skin inflammation. These natural herbs and extracts are advised as add on treatments for rosacea with other oral and topical prescriptions.
Green Tea Cream
The use of green tea has long been studied for a variety of diseases. The results of a recent small study found that cream containing 2% polyphenone (green tea extract) improved the symptoms of rosacea as much as 70%. Green tea extract contains many anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-ageing properties which help to reduce skin redness, reduce papules and pustules as well as soothing the skin.
Lavender
Lavender is one of those herbs that has been used for hundreds of years to treat anything from insomnia and depression to muscular spasms and pain. Lavender has natural anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic and calming properties that make it a great choice for many problems. Even though there is no conclusive evidence regarding the use of lavender for skin problems, there does seem to be support for the use of lavender to help in healing the skin. Lavender should not be used directly on the skin as this can cause irritation. It should be mixed with a cream or carrier oil.
Tea Tree Oil
Again, like lavender and chamomile, tea tree oil possesses anti-inflammatory properties and is great for treating boils, spots and inflamed skin. However, tea tree oil should be used with caution because it has resulted in allergic contact eczema and dermatitis. Never take it internally and only use it mixed into a cream or carrier oil.
We have a coconut based balm in the office that contains green tea, lavender, and tea tree oil. Call 832-237-4200
The use of Omnilux™ light therapy in Rosacea (as light treatment alone or using the balm with essential oils) offers excellent efficacy in erythema reduction and overall facial cosmetic enhancement. In addition, the anti-inflammatory effects of the Omnilux revive™ treatments act to prolong remission of the condition. Treatments are twice weekly for 5 weeks.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Digestive enzymes for everyone?
Without taking digestive enzymes, you can't digest food properly, especially when the food is cooked. Because the enzymes in the food have been killed by the processing and cooking. Even fresh fruits and vegetables, unless they are organically grown, are usually irradiated, which kills the enzymes in them.
This destruction of the enzymes in food, causes or makes worse, virtually every digestive disorder there is. Gas, indigestion, acid reflux, you name it. And is an underlying cause of many different types of health problems throughout your body. As you will shortly learn.
This happens because the human digestive system developed on a diet of raw foods containing live enzymes. Your body isn't equipped to handle a diet of mostly cooked food. It causes us to age quicker and fall ill more often.
Low levels of enzymes are found in diabetes, heart disease and most every degenerative disease. And these low levels result from the lack of live digestive enzymes in your diet.
Digestive System Basics
When your food is poorly digested, you absorb nutrients that aren't fully broken down or usable. Which causes many problems.
Because your immune system will attack and defend your body against partially digested foods that get into the bloodstream. The immune system doesn't recognize it as food. It sees a toxic invader, and destroys the food. When this happens you don't get the benefit of that food, and you weaken your immune system by using it in a role it shouldn't be involved in.
In other words, you are using the immune system and metabolic enzymes daily to clean the bloodstream of undigested food particles, instead of having their full strength used to protect and repair your body.
According to the father of enzyme research, Dr. Edward Howell, the digestive system is designed to break down approximately half of the food we eat.
Dr. Howell was one of America's pioneering enzyme researchers and in his classic book "Enzyme Nutrition" he explains how the digestive system is designed to work. Before fire was discovered, man and animals alike could only eat raw food, like raw meat, plants or fruits and vegetables.
He explained how raw foods have a 40/60 ratio of enzymes. Which means a raw food like an apple has live food enzymes within the apple which break down and digest 40 to 60 percent of that apple.
This leaves the remaining 40 to 60% of the apple to be broken down by the digestive system.
Raw foods are enzymatically alive which means these foods have live enzymes within them to help digest 40 to 60% of that particular food. Cooked and processed foods are enzymatically dead which means there are no live enzymes within that food to help digestion.
These dead foods stress the digestive system, the pancreas, the immune system, and your whole body.
Before genetic engineering and irradiation, our raw foods had the proper 40/60 ratio. But today many raw foods are genetically altered or they have been irradiated for longer shelf life, killing the enzymes in the food. Which means that even the raw food we eat today could be in a 20/80 ratio or worse...
On top of this, we are already asking the human body to break down 100% of the cooked and processed foods and supplements we eat, and now, possibly 80% or more of the raw foods we eat.
This stresses your body, every single day!
The digestive process works like this:
First, you chew your food, and it mixes with the saliva in the mouth. The saliva has an enzyme called amylase which starts the predigestion of carbohydrates. The more you chew, the better.
Then, the food is swallowed and goes down the esophagus into the upper portion of the stomach. The food stays here for about 45 to 60 minutes to predigest. That is, it will predigest if you are eating foods containing live enzymes because the body does not supply any enzymes at this stage of digestion.
Then the food goes into the lower part of the stomach where trypsin, pepsin and hydrochloric acid break it down further. Next, the food moves into the small intestines where the pancreas produces digestive enzymes to complete digestion.
Then the nutrients pass through the intestinal wall and into the blood stream where metabolic enzymes utilize these nutrients in all parts of the body and in every living cell.
Ways To Improve Your Digestion
The first way is in the predigestive stage, which lasts approximately 45 to 60 minutes in the upper part of the stomach. Dr. Howell calls this the enzyme stomach because this is where the live enzymes within a raw food start predigestion of that food.
You can improve your digestion by adding a digestive enzyme to break down the food as it sits in the upper stomach.
It can then predigest completely, which improves the entire digestive process, and your health.
This is very important because this helps conserve your body’s enzyme supply.
Lack of digestive enzymes affects the pancreas. Remember the digestive system is designed to break down approximately half of the food. When we eat cooked and processed foods, we're asking the digestive system to break down 100% of the food we've eaten. This means every time we eat these foods, the pancreas must produce twice as many enzymes and the pancreas is working double time. Doing this year after year puts a tremendous strain on the pancreas. And eventually stresses our immune system and reduces our metabolic enzyme supply.
Autopsies have been done on people that eat mostly cooked and processed foods. The results show the pancreas is dangerously enlarged, poorly functioning and quite often on the verge of breaking down.
When your enzyme supplies runs low, you die. There are three ways to conserve your enzyme supply so that it doesn’t run low.
Eating organically grown raw food is one way. The second way is to take digestive enzymes every time you eat, and the third way is to take digestive enzymes on an empty stomach.
This destruction of the enzymes in food, causes or makes worse, virtually every digestive disorder there is. Gas, indigestion, acid reflux, you name it. And is an underlying cause of many different types of health problems throughout your body. As you will shortly learn.
This happens because the human digestive system developed on a diet of raw foods containing live enzymes. Your body isn't equipped to handle a diet of mostly cooked food. It causes us to age quicker and fall ill more often.
Low levels of enzymes are found in diabetes, heart disease and most every degenerative disease. And these low levels result from the lack of live digestive enzymes in your diet.
Digestive System Basics
When your food is poorly digested, you absorb nutrients that aren't fully broken down or usable. Which causes many problems.
Because your immune system will attack and defend your body against partially digested foods that get into the bloodstream. The immune system doesn't recognize it as food. It sees a toxic invader, and destroys the food. When this happens you don't get the benefit of that food, and you weaken your immune system by using it in a role it shouldn't be involved in.
In other words, you are using the immune system and metabolic enzymes daily to clean the bloodstream of undigested food particles, instead of having their full strength used to protect and repair your body.
According to the father of enzyme research, Dr. Edward Howell, the digestive system is designed to break down approximately half of the food we eat.
Dr. Howell was one of America's pioneering enzyme researchers and in his classic book "Enzyme Nutrition" he explains how the digestive system is designed to work. Before fire was discovered, man and animals alike could only eat raw food, like raw meat, plants or fruits and vegetables.
He explained how raw foods have a 40/60 ratio of enzymes. Which means a raw food like an apple has live food enzymes within the apple which break down and digest 40 to 60 percent of that apple.
This leaves the remaining 40 to 60% of the apple to be broken down by the digestive system.
Raw foods are enzymatically alive which means these foods have live enzymes within them to help digest 40 to 60% of that particular food. Cooked and processed foods are enzymatically dead which means there are no live enzymes within that food to help digestion.
These dead foods stress the digestive system, the pancreas, the immune system, and your whole body.
Before genetic engineering and irradiation, our raw foods had the proper 40/60 ratio. But today many raw foods are genetically altered or they have been irradiated for longer shelf life, killing the enzymes in the food. Which means that even the raw food we eat today could be in a 20/80 ratio or worse...
On top of this, we are already asking the human body to break down 100% of the cooked and processed foods and supplements we eat, and now, possibly 80% or more of the raw foods we eat.
This stresses your body, every single day!
The digestive process works like this:
First, you chew your food, and it mixes with the saliva in the mouth. The saliva has an enzyme called amylase which starts the predigestion of carbohydrates. The more you chew, the better.
Then, the food is swallowed and goes down the esophagus into the upper portion of the stomach. The food stays here for about 45 to 60 minutes to predigest. That is, it will predigest if you are eating foods containing live enzymes because the body does not supply any enzymes at this stage of digestion.
Then the food goes into the lower part of the stomach where trypsin, pepsin and hydrochloric acid break it down further. Next, the food moves into the small intestines where the pancreas produces digestive enzymes to complete digestion.
Then the nutrients pass through the intestinal wall and into the blood stream where metabolic enzymes utilize these nutrients in all parts of the body and in every living cell.
Ways To Improve Your Digestion
The first way is in the predigestive stage, which lasts approximately 45 to 60 minutes in the upper part of the stomach. Dr. Howell calls this the enzyme stomach because this is where the live enzymes within a raw food start predigestion of that food.
You can improve your digestion by adding a digestive enzyme to break down the food as it sits in the upper stomach.
It can then predigest completely, which improves the entire digestive process, and your health.
This is very important because this helps conserve your body’s enzyme supply.
Lack of digestive enzymes affects the pancreas. Remember the digestive system is designed to break down approximately half of the food. When we eat cooked and processed foods, we're asking the digestive system to break down 100% of the food we've eaten. This means every time we eat these foods, the pancreas must produce twice as many enzymes and the pancreas is working double time. Doing this year after year puts a tremendous strain on the pancreas. And eventually stresses our immune system and reduces our metabolic enzyme supply.
Autopsies have been done on people that eat mostly cooked and processed foods. The results show the pancreas is dangerously enlarged, poorly functioning and quite often on the verge of breaking down.
When your enzyme supplies runs low, you die. There are three ways to conserve your enzyme supply so that it doesn’t run low.
Eating organically grown raw food is one way. The second way is to take digestive enzymes every time you eat, and the third way is to take digestive enzymes on an empty stomach.
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