a. The Myth of Cholesterol - the Bad and the Good
For some people, cholesterol is bad because they do not know there are two types of it. These two types are LDL and HDL - the bad cholesterol is called LDL, while the good one is called HDL. Plaques can form on one’s arteries if you have a lot of LDL in the bloodstream. Eventually, your arteries will get narrow as a result of being clogged up and it will block off blood flow. The truth is, your high cholesterol is not caused by dietary cholesterol but by other things. This is caused by excessive amounts of Tran’s fat and saturated fat. Exercise and eating a lot of fiber and unsaturated fats will do a lot to keep cholesterol down.
b. The Meaning of Numbers in Cholesterol
Adults should see to it that they have their cholesterol checked every 5 years. Four results are given to you, which will show the levels for your LDL cholesterol, Triglycerides, total cholesterol and HDL cholesterol. Should you find your cholesterol levels over or even under the normal range, you need to diet and exercise as a result.
Total Cholesterol - less than 200 mg/dL (5.2 mmol/L)
LDL Cholesterol - less than 100 mg/dL (2.6 mmol/L)
HDL Cholesterol - greater than 40 mg/dL (1.0 mmol/L)
Triglycerides - less than 150 mg/dL (1.7 mmol/L)
c. Vitamin E and Heart Protection
You can find Vitamin E in many nuts, leafy vegetables and vegetable oils. While it cannot prevent a stroke, Vitamin E can still reduce your risk for heart disease.
d. Top Five Foods that Lower Cholesterol
1. Oatmeal and Oat Bran: These contain a high amount of soluble fiber, which can
lower LDL.
2. Fish: Fish is a great source of omega 3 fatty acids, which lowers LDL and raises
HDL.
3. Nuts: Not only are nuts high in fiber, but they contain the healthy fats you need
to keep LDL in check.
4. Plant Sterols: This is found in foods like margarine, salad dressing, orange juice,
and functional cookies. 2 grams per day will lower your LDL by 10-15%.
5. Soy: This popular meat replacement can lower LDL by up to 3%.
e. Plant Sterols and Benefits to Health
Plant sterols can be found in foods such as Benecol Spread, granola bars, VitaTops Muffin Tops and fat free milk. To help your heart, you should eat a lot of plant sterols-packed food and stop eating foods with saturated fat. You should know that this does not balance out a diet rich in saturated fats. To be in control of your cholesterol, you should still eat healthy and exercise often.
About the Author - Deborah H. Land writes for the low fat cholesterol diet blog, her personal hobby website she uses to help people eat healthy to lower bad cholesterol levels.
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010
Not just a coffee...its a healthier coffee fortified with GANODERMA LUCIDUM which is called by Chin Shih Huang Ti (BC 259-210), the Yellow Emperor of China as "the miraculous king of herbs", "the magic mushroom that nourishes the spirit", “Herb of Ten Thousand Days”, “Herb of Deathlessness”, “The Herb of the Kings”. It enhances vital energy, improves thinking faculty, and prevents forgetfulness (Shen Nong Ben Jing vol. 1 - 456-536 AD). Contact me for more information.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Top 10 "Healthy" Foods That Will Amaze you
Broccoli
The "King" of health vegetables. Loaded with vitamins such as
B-6,A, folic acid, and K also full of minerals like potassium
and calcium. Broccoli also has unique cancer-fighting
properties, activated by phytochemicals indole-3-carbinol and
sulforaphane.
Flaxseeds
Combine the warm nutty flavor of flaxseeds with a generous amount
of omega-3 fatty acids and you have a health food superstar.
Sprinkle them on cereal in the morning and enjoy the healthy
benefits they provide as shown in many studies including:
* Lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad
cholesterol) levels.
* May also help lower blood triglyceride and blood pressure.
* Keep platelets from becoming sticky therefore reducing the risk
of a heart attack.
* Lignan metabolites can bind to estrogen receptors, this may help
the onset of estrogen-stimulated breast cancer.
Green Tea
Many studies support the benefits of adding green tea to your diet.
Some studies show it has cancer risk reducing properties, and a
potential in also decreasing incidence of stroke and heart disease.
Make it habit to switch from regular black tea to green tea.
Walnuts
Walnuts are rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts are
the first food that the FDA allowed to make this claim
"Supportive but not conclusive research shows that
eating 1.5 oz of walnuts per day, as part of a low saturated fat
and low cholesterol diet, and not resulting in increased caloric
intake may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease."
Salmon
Salmon is another healthy food superstar because it is low in
calories, saturated fat, and is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids
and protien. Research studies have shown anti-inflammatory and
cancer prevention properties and a key role in diabetes and
Alzheimer's prevention plus cardiovascular benefits.
Blueberries
If you are looking for an antioxidant punch look no further
then the blueberry. This fruit has the highest level of antioxidants
among fruits. Studies have shown that blueberries can help in
lowering cholesterol, reducing diabetes risk, and even slowing down
the aging process. Combine that with improving motor skills and
urinary and vision health and you have another
top 10 pick for 2010.
Spices
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and may reduce cancer
risk and slow the progression of Alzheimer's. Studies have shown
that cinnamon can help lower cholesterol and also stabilize blood
sugar. Ginger looks promising for cancer prevention and is
anti-inflammatory.
Pomegranate
Research on pomegranate has shown amazing health benefits including
reducing heart disease risk, lowering cholesterol and blood
pressure, and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.
Dark Chocolate
Believe it or not dark chocolate actually makes our top 10 list
because of recent studies which show benefits to our cardiovascular
system as well as cancer-protective properties and mood-enhancing
benefits. Just remember to consume in moderation.
Honey
Honey has many healing properties and research has shown that honey
has a role in digestive health as well anti-bacterial and
anti-viral effects.
The "King" of health vegetables. Loaded with vitamins such as
B-6,A, folic acid, and K also full of minerals like potassium
and calcium. Broccoli also has unique cancer-fighting
properties, activated by phytochemicals indole-3-carbinol and
sulforaphane.
Flaxseeds
Combine the warm nutty flavor of flaxseeds with a generous amount
of omega-3 fatty acids and you have a health food superstar.
Sprinkle them on cereal in the morning and enjoy the healthy
benefits they provide as shown in many studies including:
* Lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad
cholesterol) levels.
* May also help lower blood triglyceride and blood pressure.
* Keep platelets from becoming sticky therefore reducing the risk
of a heart attack.
* Lignan metabolites can bind to estrogen receptors, this may help
the onset of estrogen-stimulated breast cancer.
Green Tea
Many studies support the benefits of adding green tea to your diet.
Some studies show it has cancer risk reducing properties, and a
potential in also decreasing incidence of stroke and heart disease.
Make it habit to switch from regular black tea to green tea.
Walnuts
Walnuts are rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts are
the first food that the FDA allowed to make this claim
"Supportive but not conclusive research shows that
eating 1.5 oz of walnuts per day, as part of a low saturated fat
and low cholesterol diet, and not resulting in increased caloric
intake may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease."
Salmon
Salmon is another healthy food superstar because it is low in
calories, saturated fat, and is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids
and protien. Research studies have shown anti-inflammatory and
cancer prevention properties and a key role in diabetes and
Alzheimer's prevention plus cardiovascular benefits.
Blueberries
If you are looking for an antioxidant punch look no further
then the blueberry. This fruit has the highest level of antioxidants
among fruits. Studies have shown that blueberries can help in
lowering cholesterol, reducing diabetes risk, and even slowing down
the aging process. Combine that with improving motor skills and
urinary and vision health and you have another
top 10 pick for 2010.
Spices
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and may reduce cancer
risk and slow the progression of Alzheimer's. Studies have shown
that cinnamon can help lower cholesterol and also stabilize blood
sugar. Ginger looks promising for cancer prevention and is
anti-inflammatory.
Pomegranate
Research on pomegranate has shown amazing health benefits including
reducing heart disease risk, lowering cholesterol and blood
pressure, and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.
Dark Chocolate
Believe it or not dark chocolate actually makes our top 10 list
because of recent studies which show benefits to our cardiovascular
system as well as cancer-protective properties and mood-enhancing
benefits. Just remember to consume in moderation.
Honey
Honey has many healing properties and research has shown that honey
has a role in digestive health as well anti-bacterial and
anti-viral effects.
Friday, December 25, 2009
Top 55 Lean-Body Foods For The Holidays
By Dan Robey, author of Power of Positive Habits
In this article, I'd like to give you healthy food ideas in adifferent way. This time,I figured I'd just give you some ideas of what I stock my fridge and cabinets with.
Remember, if you don't have junk around the house, you're less likely to eat junk. If all you have is healthy food around the house, you're forced to make smart choices. Basically, it all starts with making smart choices and avoiding temptations when you
make your grocery store trip. Now these are just some of my personal preferences, but perhaps they will give you some good ideas that you'll enjoy.
Alright, so let's start with the fridge.
Each week, I try to make sure I'm loaded up with lots of varieties of fresh vegetables.During the growing season, I only get local produce, but obviously in winter, I have to resort to the produce at the grocery store.
Most of the time, I make sure I have plenty of vegetables like onions, zucchini, spinach, fresh mushrooms, red peppers, broccoli, etc. to use in my morning eggs. I also like to dice up some lean chicken or turkey sausage into the eggs, along with some swiss, jack, or goat cheeses (preferably raw grass-fed cheeses when I can find them).
By the way I'm talking about whole eggs, NOT egg whites. Always remember that the yolk is the most nutritious and nutrient dense part of the egg, so only eating egg whites is like throwing away the best part... and no, it's NOT bad for you because of the cholesterol... eggs actually raise your GOOD cholesterol. Try to get free range organic eggs for the best quality.
Coconut milk is another staple in my fridge. I like to use it to mix in with smoothies, oatmeal, or yogurt for a rich, creamy taste.
Not only does coconut milk add a rich, creamy taste to lots of dishes, but it's also full of healthy saturated fats. Yeah, you heard me...I said healthy saturated fats! Healthy saturated fats like medium chain triglycerides, specifically an MCT called lauric
acid. If the idea of healthy saturated fats is foreign to you, check out my healthy fats article.
Back to the fridge, some other staples:
* Chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds - delicious and great sources of healthy fats.
* Cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, and yogurt - I like to mix cottage or ricotta cheese and yogurt together with chopped nuts and berries for a great mid-morning or mid-afternoon meal.
* Whole flax seeds or chia seeds - I grind these in a mini coffee grinder and add to yogurt or salads. Always grind them fresh because the omega-3 polyunsaturated fats
* Whole eggs - one of natures richest sources of nutrients (and remember, they increase your GOOD cholesterol so stop fearing them).
* Salsa - I try to get creative and try some of the exotic varieties of salsas.
* Avocados - love them...plus a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and other nutrients. Try adding them to wraps, salads, or sandwiches.
* Butter - don't believe the naysayers; butter adds great flavor to anything and can be part of a healthy diet (just keep the quantity small because it is calorie dense...and NEVER use margarine, unless you want to assure yourself a heart attack).
* Nut butters - Plain old peanut butter has gotten a little old for me, so I get creative and mix together almond butter with sesame seed butter, or even cashew butter with macadamia butter...delicious and unbeatable nutrition!
* Leaf lettuce and spinach along with shredded carrots - for salads with dinner.
* Home-made salad dressing - using balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and Udo's Choice oil blend. This is much better than store bought salad dressing which mostly use highly refined soybean oil (full of inflammation-causing free radicals).
* Whole grain wraps and whole grain bread (look for wraps and bread with at least 3-4 grams of fiber per 20 grams of total carbs).
* Rice bran and wheat germ - these may sound way too healthy for some, but they actually add a nice little nutty, crunchy taste to yogurt or smoothies, or can be added when baking muffins or breads to add nutrients and fiber.
Some of the staples in the freezer:
* Frozen berries - during the local growing season, I only get fresh berries, but during the other 10 months of the year, I always keep a supply of frozen blueberries,
* Frozen veggies - again, when the growing season is over and I can no longer get local fresh produce, frozen veggies are the best option, since they often have higher nutrient contents compared to the fresh produce that has been shipped thousands of miles, sitting around for weeks before making it to your dinner table.
Alright, now the staples in my cabinets:
* Various antioxidant rich teas - green, oolong, white, rooibos are some of the best.
* Whole wheat or whole grain spelt pasta - much higher fiber than normal pastas
* Oat bran and steel cut oats - higher fiber than those little packs of instant oats.
* Cans of coconut milk - to be transferred to a container in the fridge after opening.
* Brown rice and other higher fiber rice - NEVER white rice
* Tomato sauces - delicious, and as I'm sure you've heard a million times, they are a great source of lycopene. Just watch out for the brands that are loaded with nasty
Get All The Details Here
Wishing You Continued Success!
Important Note:
The contents of this blog are not to be considered as medical advice. Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any exercise, fitness or nutritional program.
Did you know that there are many foods that actually help you develop a trim and fit
body during the Holiday Season?
This is also a great way to start off 2010.
You will love this article by Mike Geary an Author, Certified Nutrition Specialist and friend of mine.
In many of my previous articles, I like to provide a healthy snack or meal recipe that not only is delicious and healthy, but also helps to get you closer to that hard-body
appearance that everyone is looking for, while also more importantly, improving your health for life.
This is also a great way to start off 2010.
You will love this article by Mike Geary an Author, Certified Nutrition Specialist and friend of mine.
In many of my previous articles, I like to provide a healthy snack or meal recipe that not only is delicious and healthy, but also helps to get you closer to that hard-body
appearance that everyone is looking for, while also more importantly, improving your health for life.
In this article, I'd like to give you healthy food ideas in a
Remember, if you don't have junk around the house, you're less likely to eat junk. If all you have is healthy food around the house, you're forced to make smart choices. Basically, it all starts with making smart choices and avoiding temptations when you
make your grocery store trip. Now these are just some of my personal preferences, but perhaps they will give you some good ideas that you'll enjoy.
Alright, so let's start with the fridge.
Each week, I try to make sure I'm loaded up with lots of varieties of fresh vegetables.During the growing season, I only get local produce, but obviously in winter, I have to resort to the produce at the grocery store.
Most of the time, I make sure I have plenty of vegetables like onions, zucchini, spinach, fresh mushrooms, red peppers, broccoli, etc. to use in my morning eggs. I also like to dice up some lean chicken or turkey sausage into the eggs, along with some swiss, jack, or goat cheeses (preferably raw grass-fed cheeses when I can find them).
By the way I'm talking about whole eggs, NOT egg whites. Always remember that the yolk is the most nutritious and nutrient dense part of the egg, so only eating egg whites is like throwing away the best part... and no, it's NOT bad for you because of the cholesterol... eggs actually raise your GOOD cholesterol. Try to get free range organic eggs for the best quality.
Coconut milk is another staple in my fridge. I like to use it to mix in with smoothies, oatmeal, or yogurt for a rich, creamy taste.
Not only does coconut milk add a rich, creamy taste to lots of dishes, but it's also full of healthy saturated fats. Yeah, you heard me...I said healthy saturated fats! Healthy saturated fats like medium chain triglycerides, specifically an MCT called lauric
acid. If the idea of healthy saturated fats is foreign to you, check out my healthy fats article.
Back to the fridge, some other staples:
* Chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds - delicious and great sources of healthy fats.
* Cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, and yogurt - I like to mix cottage or ricotta cheese and yogurt together with chopped nuts and berries for a great mid-morning or mid-
* Whole flax seeds or chia seeds - I grind these in a mini coffee grinder and add to yogurt or salads. Always grind them fresh because the omega-3 polyunsaturated fats
are highly unstable and prone to oxidation, creating high levels of free radicals in
pre-ground flax.
pre-ground flax.
* Whole eggs - one of natures richest sources of nutrients (and remember, they increase your GOOD cholesterol so stop fearing them).
* Salsa - I try to get creative and try some of the exotic varieties of salsas.
* Avocados - love them...plus a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and other nutrients. Try adding them to wraps, salads, or sandwiches.
* Butter - don't believe the naysayers; butter adds great flavor to anything and can be part of a healthy diet (just keep the quantity small because it is calorie dense...and NEVER use margarine, unless you want to assure yourself a heart attack).
* Nut butters - Plain old peanut butter has gotten a little old for me, so I get creative and mix together almond butter with sesame seed butter, or even cashew butter with macadamia butter...delicious and unbeatable nutrition!
* Leaf lettuce and spinach along with shredded carrots - for salads with dinner.
* Home-made salad dressing - using balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and Udo's Choice oil blend. This is much better than store bought salad dressing which mostly use highly refined soybean oil (full of inflammation-causing free radicals).
* Whole grain wraps and whole grain bread (look for wraps and bread with at least 3-4 grams of fiber per 20 grams of total carbs).
* Rice bran and wheat germ - these may sound way too healthy for some, but they actually add a nice little nutty, crunchy taste to yogurt or smoothies, or can be added when baking muffins or breads to add nutrients and fiber.
Some of the staples in the freezer:
* Frozen berries - during the local growing season, I only get fresh berries, but during the other 10 months of the year, I always keep a supply of frozen blueberries,
raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, cherries, etc. to add to high fiber cereal, oatmeal, cottage cheese, yogurt, or smoothies
* Frozen fish - I like to try a couple different kinds of fish each week. There are so many varieties out there, you never have to get bored.
* Frozen chicken breasts - very convenient for a quick addition to wraps or chicken sandwiches for quick meals.
* Frozen fish - I like to try a couple different kinds of fish each week. There are so many varieties out there, you never have to get bored.
* Frozen chicken breasts - very convenient for a quick addition to wraps or chicken sandwiches for quick meals.
* Grass-fed steaks, burgers, and ground beef - Grassfed meats have been shown to have as high as, or even higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids than salmon (without the mercury). Also, grass-fed meats have much higher levels of conjugated linoleic acid
(CLA) compared to typical grain-fed beef. I recently found an excellent on-line store where I buy all of my grass-fed meats now (they even deliver right to your door in a sealed cooler) - http://www.healthygrassfed.2ya.com/
* Frozen buffalo, ostrich, venison, and other "exotic" lean meats - Yeah, I know...I'm weird, but I can tell you that these are some of the healthiest meats around, and if you're serious about a lean healthy body, these types of meats are much better for you than the mass produced, hormone-pumped beef and pork that's sold at most grocery stores.
(CLA) compared to typical grain-fed beef. I recently found an excellent on-line store where I buy all of my grass-fed meats now (they even deliver right to your door in a sealed cooler) - http://www.healthygrassfed.2ya.com/
* Frozen buffalo, ostrich, venison, and other "exotic" lean meats - Yeah, I know...I'm weird, but I can tell you that these are some of the healthiest meats around, and if you're serious about a lean healthy body, these types of meats are much better for you than the mass produced, hormone-pumped beef and pork that's sold at most grocery stores.
* Frozen veggies - again, when the growing season is over and I can no longer get local fresh produce, frozen veggies are the best option, since they often have higher nutrient contents compared to the fresh produce that has been shipped thousands of miles, sitting around for weeks before making it to your dinner table.
Alright, now the staples in my cabinets:
* Various antioxidant rich teas - green, oolong, white, rooibos are some of the best.
* Whole wheat or whole grain spelt pasta - much higher fiber than normal pastas
* Oat bran and steel cut oats - higher fiber than those little packs of instant oats.
* Cans of coconut milk - to be transferred to a container in the fridge after opening.
* Brown rice and other higher fiber rice - NEVER white rice
* Tomato sauces - delicious, and as I'm sure you've heard a million times, they are a great source of lycopene. Just watch out for the brands that are loaded with nasty
high fructose corn syrup.
* Stevia - a natural non-caloric sweetener, which is an excellent alternative to the nasty chemical-laden artificial sweeteners like aspartame, saccharine, and sucralose.
* Raw honey - better than processed honey... higher quantities of beneficial nutrients and enzymes. Honey has even been proven in studies to improve glucose metabolism (how you process carbs). I use a teaspoon or so every morning in my teas. Yes, it is pure sugar, but at least it has some nutritional benefits... and let's be real, a teaspoon of healthier raw honey is only 5 grams of carbs... certainly nothing to worry about.
* Organic maple syrup - none of that high fructose corn syrup Aunt Jemima crap...only real maple syrup can be considered real food. The only time I really use this (because of the high sugar load) is added to my post-workout smoothies to sweeten things up and also elicit an insulin surge to push nutrients into your
muscles.
* Organic unsweetened cocoa powder - I like to mix this into my smoothies for an extra jolt of antioxidants or make my own low-sugar hot cocoa by mixing cocoa powder into hot milk with stevia and a couple melted dark chocolate chunks.
* Cans of black or kidney beans - I like to add a couple scoops to my Mexican wraps for the fiber and high nutrition content. Also, beans are surprisingly one of the best sources of youth promoting antioxidants!
* Dark chocolate (as dark as possible) - This is one of my treats that satisfies my sweet tooth, plus provides loads of antioxidants at the same time. It's still calorie dense, so I keep it to just a couple squares; but that is enough to do the trick, so I don't feel like I need to go out and get cake and ice cream to satisfy my dessert urges.
Lastly, another thing that's hard to go wrong with is a good variety of fresh fruits and berries. The staples such as bananas, apples, oranges, pears, peaches are good, but I like to also be a little more adventurous and include things like yellow (aka -
mexican or champagne) mangoes, pomegranates, kumquats, papaya, star
fruit, pineapples, and others. Also, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cherries are some of the most nutrient and antioxidant-dense fruits
* Stevia - a natural non-caloric sweetener, which is an excellent alternative to the nasty chemical-laden artificial sweeteners like aspartame, saccharine, and sucralose.
* Raw honey - better than processed honey... higher quantities of beneficial nutrients and enzymes. Honey has even been proven in studies to improve glucose metabolism (how you process carbs). I use a teaspoon or so every morning in my teas. Yes, it is pure sugar, but at least it has some nutritional benefits... and let's be real, a teaspoon of healthier raw honey is only 5 grams of carbs... certainly nothing to worry about.
* Organic maple syrup - none of that high fructose corn syrup Aunt Jemima crap...only real maple syrup can be considered real food. The only time I really use this (because of the high sugar load) is added to my post-workout smoothies to sweeten things up and also elicit an insulin surge to push nutrients into your
muscles.
* Organic unsweetened cocoa powder - I like to mix this into my smoothies for an extra jolt of antioxidants or make my own low-sugar hot cocoa by mixing cocoa powder into hot milk with stevia and a couple melted dark chocolate chunks.
* Cans of black or kidney beans - I like to add a couple scoops to my Mexican wraps for the fiber and high nutrition content. Also, beans are surprisingly one of the best sources of youth promoting antioxidants!
* Dark chocolate (as dark as possible) - This is one of my treats that satisfies my sweet tooth, plus provides loads of antioxidants at the same time. It's still calorie dense, so I keep it to just a couple squares; but that is enough to do the trick, so I don't feel like I need to go out and get cake and ice cream to satisfy my dessert urges.
Lastly, another thing that's hard to go wrong with is a good variety of fresh fruits and berries. The staples such as bananas, apples, oranges, pears, peaches are good, but I like to also be a little more adventurous and include things like yellow (aka -
mexican or champagne) mangoes, pomegranates, kumquats, papaya, star
fruit, pineapples, and others. Also, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cherries are some of the most nutrient and antioxidant-dense fruits
you can eat.
Well, I hope you enjoyed this special look into my favorite lean body meals and how I stock my cabinets and fridge. Your tastes are probably quite different than mine, but hopefully this gave you some good ideas you can use next time you're at the grocery store looking to stock up a healthy and delicious pile of groceries.
Be sure to pick up a copy of Mike's book The Truth about Six Pack Abs, which introduces you to the entire comprehensive training and nutritional program that will turn your body into a lean, sexy specimen that others will envy!
Well, I hope you enjoyed this special look into my favorite lean body meals and how I stock my cabinets and fridge. Your tastes are probably quite different than mine, but hopefully this gave you some good ideas you can use next time you're at the grocery store looking to stock up a healthy and delicious pile of groceries.
Be sure to pick up a copy of Mike's book The Truth about Six Pack Abs, which introduces you to the entire comprehensive training and nutritional program that will turn your body into a lean, sexy specimen that others will envy!
Get All The Details Here
Wishing You Continued Success!
Important Note:
The contents of this blog are not to be considered as medical advice. Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any exercise, fitness or nutritional program.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
What Enzymes Do To Your Everyday Life?
Research perennially shows that diseases are triggered by accumulated free radicals in the body that contribute to its degeneration and decline in proper function. Through time, stress, environmental pollution, chemicals and even environmental issues play a role in the body's inability to process enzymes needed to lead a normal life. Minimized or lack of enzymes in the body at all would provide serious damage in health.
Good health starts in proper digestion. But to achieve healthy digestion, a good amount of enzymes is required for the body to allow for breathing, swallowing, drinking, eating and digesting nutrients. Enzymes are protein molecules, either manufactured by plant, animal or man himself, that can facilitate these. It can also assist in all chemical reactions of the body, including regeneration of the cells and improvement of the immune system.
According to Dr. Edward Howell, pioneer of Enzyme Therapy, enzymes are much needed by bodily processes. Without it, neither do vitamins, minerals, and hormones nor other activity at all would take place. "Enzymes are substances that make life possible," Dr. Howell says.
Enzymes are organic catalysts responsible for numerous biochemical reactions in the body. They are mostly in charge in digesting food, transporting of nutrients, delivering hormones, purifying the blood, balancing cholesterol levels, nourishing the brain, building protein into the muscle, and carrying away toxic wastes from the body. Also, enzymes have a hand in slowing down the aging process by improving the body's total grasp of its functions. When the body is working properly, it should maintain helpful results in combating certain diseases.
There are three main categories of enzymes:
1) Digestive - in which enzymes are secreted by the salivary glands, stomach, pancreas, and the small intestine to help break down food into simple parts;
2) Metabolic - in which enzymes are produced in the cells and found throughout the organs, in the bones, the blood, and inside the cells themselves; and
3) Food - wherein enzymes are naturally occuring in fresh and unprocessed foods such as fruits, eggs, dairy and meat.
Studies have identified more than 3,000 types of enzymes in the body, with each working for a specific purpose. Digestive enzymes, for example, convert food into smaller components so that the body can absorb it easily. Some enzymes help break down protein for rebuilding and maintaining lean muscle tissues, regulating brain chemistry, and improving the immune system. These specific roles help paint a general picture of a well-balanced body. The secret, of course, is keeping a healthy digestion through active enzyme activity.
But as the body is exposed to poor diet, digestive stress, illness, and trauma while continuously working up its enzymes time and time again, its number would eventually diminish. Less enzyme activity could mean a decline in metabolic processes and in turn, the body would be prone to long-term health damage. Like a dull knife sharpened every morning, a well-balanced body must maintain renewed enzyme activity at all times. This is why the body must veer into replenished enzymes through supplementation.
Miracle of Morinda Citrifolia
Good health starts in proper digestion. But to achieve healthy digestion, a good amount of enzymes is required for the body to allow for breathing, swallowing, drinking, eating and digesting nutrients. Enzymes are protein molecules, either manufactured by plant, animal or man himself, that can facilitate these. It can also assist in all chemical reactions of the body, including regeneration of the cells and improvement of the immune system.
According to Dr. Edward Howell, pioneer of Enzyme Therapy, enzymes are much needed by bodily processes. Without it, neither do vitamins, minerals, and hormones nor other activity at all would take place. "Enzymes are substances that make life possible," Dr. Howell says.
Enzymes are organic catalysts responsible for numerous biochemical reactions in the body. They are mostly in charge in digesting food, transporting of nutrients, delivering hormones, purifying the blood, balancing cholesterol levels, nourishing the brain, building protein into the muscle, and carrying away toxic wastes from the body. Also, enzymes have a hand in slowing down the aging process by improving the body's total grasp of its functions. When the body is working properly, it should maintain helpful results in combating certain diseases.
There are three main categories of enzymes:
1) Digestive - in which enzymes are secreted by the salivary glands, stomach, pancreas, and the small intestine to help break down food into simple parts;
2) Metabolic - in which enzymes are produced in the cells and found throughout the organs, in the bones, the blood, and inside the cells themselves; and
3) Food - wherein enzymes are naturally occuring in fresh and unprocessed foods such as fruits, eggs, dairy and meat.
Studies have identified more than 3,000 types of enzymes in the body, with each working for a specific purpose. Digestive enzymes, for example, convert food into smaller components so that the body can absorb it easily. Some enzymes help break down protein for rebuilding and maintaining lean muscle tissues, regulating brain chemistry, and improving the immune system. These specific roles help paint a general picture of a well-balanced body. The secret, of course, is keeping a healthy digestion through active enzyme activity.
But as the body is exposed to poor diet, digestive stress, illness, and trauma while continuously working up its enzymes time and time again, its number would eventually diminish. Less enzyme activity could mean a decline in metabolic processes and in turn, the body would be prone to long-term health damage. Like a dull knife sharpened every morning, a well-balanced body must maintain renewed enzyme activity at all times. This is why the body must veer into replenished enzymes through supplementation.
Miracle of Morinda Citrifolia
One of the most sought after health remedies in Polynesia for over 2,000 years now is the noni fruit. Morinda citrifolia or noni is known to have massive amounts of therapeutic effects among its users, including those suffering from viral and fungal infection, inflammation, and degenerative diseases. Most people have seen the wonders of Morinda citrifolia that they included the fruit in their daily food intake and way of life.
Morinda citrifolia contains numerous active enzymes, vitamins, and minerals helpful in better digestion and nutrient absorption. The effectiveness of enzyme supplementation is greatly expected and found only in Morinda citrifolia because it facilitates body wellness, as well serves as a preventive measure on certain diseases. Its naturally occurring enzymes provide for enzyme activity needed by the body to shy away from toxins and ultimately improve health.
Enzyme Rich DXN Products:
DXN Morinzyme is a fermented Noni (a.k.a. Morinda Citrifolia) concentrate botanical beverage juice which contains all the natural enzymes produced from the fermentation process of Noni fruits. Enzymes are important for metabolism, such as enhancing digestion, nutrient absorption as well as assisting in cellular regulations. This beverage can be prepared by adding 2 tablespoons of Morinzyme Noni concentrated into one glass of cold water. Recommended on empty stomach one to three times a day.
DXN Morinzhi is a nutritious botanical beverage specially formulated from Morinda citrifolia (Noni) and is enriched with Roselle. Morinda citrifolia has been traditionally used as health drink among tropical folks. It enhances digestion and nutrient absorption, and assist in cellular regulations.
DXN Morinzhi is a nutritious botanical beverage specially formulated from Morinda citrifolia (Noni) and is enriched with Roselle. Morinda citrifolia has been traditionally used as health drink among tropical folks. It enhances digestion and nutrient absorption, and assist in cellular regulations.
(To order or for more information contact me for assistance)
Enzymes Facts
1. Enzymes outweigh all other nutrients in terms of health benefits.
2. Each body cell needs over 100,000 enzyme particles necessary for metabolic
processes.
3. Enzymes cannot work properly without minerals, vitamins, and proteins.
4. Enzymes boost the immune system.
5. Enzymes improve digestion.
6. Enzymes lower the risk of heart diseases.
7. Enzymes help prevent diseases.
8. Enzymes speed healing after surgery.
9. Enzymes reduce the effects of aging, wrinkles, and sun damage.
10. Enzymes minimize inflammation of muscle and joint reactions.
11. Enzymes cleanse the body system from allergic reactions.
12. Digestive enzymes are released through sweat, body sweat and in time lost
through natural aging process of the organs that produce it. For the body to
remain at its optimum state, continual replacement of enzymes is needed.
(To order or for more information contact me for assistance)
Monday, July 20, 2009
WHAT IS PH LEVEL?
PH Level......what the heck is a PH level?
I am sure that is what most people will say when they read this blog.
Your PH level is the Acid/Alkaline level of your body and it is EXTREMELY important.
Let me ask you a question.
Have you ever seen an ad on television foran anti-acid product like Tums, Priolsec,Pepcid AC or Zantac 75?
I bet you answered YES!
Let me ask you another question.
Have you ever seen an ad on television telling you to check your PH levels?
I bet you have not!
Why?
Because, drug companies make billions selling you these products.
Did you know that almost all acid problems are caused by an acid/alkaline imbalance in your system?
Did you know that you may be able to throw away all those pills if you simply balance your PH?
Did you know that MANY diseases have their root cause in an acid imbalance?
If your body is too acidic you may well suffer from constant indigestion, heartburn, fatigue and many other symptoms.
How can you check your PH levels and correct them if your body is too acidic?
PH urine test strips are available at most health food stores and drug stores.
Make it a habit to check your PH levels at least once per month.
Your PH should be 7.3 to 7.4 which is ideal.
If your body check out to be too acidic do the following:
1. Add more fruit to your diet such as Watermelon, Mango,Papaya, Grapefruit, Limes.
2. Add more vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, and garlic.
3. Squeeze lemon in your drinking water.
Stay away from:
1. White flour
2. Pork
3. Beef
4. Shell fish
5. Cheese
6. Ice cream
We have been using DXN products since 2004 to stay healthier, feel and look good.
If you are interested to learn more about DXN products, you can email me or visit my website at http://www.miraclemushroom.info/ for a detailed tour on how this miracle mushroom can improve your overall health.
Until next health blog...
Yours in health...
Thursday, July 16, 2009
What is PSORIASIS?
(The information shared below was a reply on psoriasis by a DXN product expert on how DXN's food supplement products may help the problem in a natural way.)
PSORIASIS is an immune-mediated disease. This means the condition is caused by fau
lty signals in the body’s immune system.
It is believed that psoriasis develops when the immune system tells the body to over-react and accelerate the growth of skin cells. Normally, skin cells mature and are shed from the skin’s surface every 28 to 30 days. But in the case of psoriatic cell, it takes only about 8 days. Thus causing scaly patches spread to cover larger and larger area.
As psoriasis is related to immune system, a healthy diet and a positive mental outlook is essential for a strong immune system. Stressful condition and nervous tension tend to worsen the psoriatic condition.
Please find below some of the recommendations to share with a psoriasis patient.
1. Get plenty of dietary fiber for maintaining a healthy colon. The build up of toxins in the colon may interrupt the normal immune responses.
MycoVeggie is an excellent choice of fiber. Kindly take half hour before breakfast and lunch.
One scoop of fiber powder mix well in 250 ml of luke warm water and drink immediately once prepare.
2. Include plenty of fruits, grains, vegetables and deep sea fish in daily meal.
3. Avoid fried food, processed food and saturated fats (found in red meat and dairy product).
4. Consume DXN Spirulina tablet daily as a good source of essential fatty acids, chlorophyll and beta carotene.
These nutrients are crucial for a healthy immune system. Can start with 3 tablets per day and can increase gradually up to 20 tablets.
5. Consu
me DXN Lion's Mane tablet daily for promoting a healthy digestive system and nervous system. Can start with 3 tablets per day and can increase gradually up to 20 tablets.
6. Consum
e 2 teaspoons of DXN Reishi Mushroom Powder daily as it contains a wide spectrum of nutrients which help to regulate and balance our inner body systems.
7. Consume DXN Morinzhi daily, 2 tablespoons in 250ml of water and twice per day. M
orinzhi is a nutritious beverage that is rich in various types of vitamins and minerals.
The Vitamin C in DXN Morinzhi assists in skin repairing, skin healing and promotes overall skin health.Please seek medical advice from professional health care provider as the patient is experiencing diarrhea and lower blood pressure.
The above recommendations only serve as a useful supplement to the conventional medication applied in psoriasis.
PSORIASIS is an immune-mediated disease. This means the condition is caused by fau
lty signals in the body’s immune system. It is believed that psoriasis develops when the immune system tells the body to over-react and accelerate the growth of skin cells. Normally, skin cells mature and are shed from the skin’s surface every 28 to 30 days. But in the case of psoriatic cell, it takes only about 8 days. Thus causing scaly patches spread to cover larger and larger area.
As psoriasis is related to immune system, a healthy diet and a positive mental outlook is essential for a strong immune system. Stressful condition and nervous tension tend to worsen the psoriatic condition.
Please find below some of the recommendations to share with a psoriasis patient.
1. Get plenty of dietary fiber for maintaining a healthy colon. The build up of toxins in the colon may interrupt the normal immune responses.
MycoVeggie is an excellent choice of fiber. Kindly take half hour before breakfast and lunch.
One scoop of fiber powder mix well in 250 ml of luke warm water and drink immediately once prepare.
2. Include plenty of fruits, grains, vegetables and deep sea fish in daily meal.
3. Avoid fried food, processed food and saturated fats (found in red meat and dairy product).
4. Consume DXN Spirulina tablet daily as a good source of essential fatty acids, chlorophyll and beta carotene.
These nutrients are crucial for a healthy immune system. Can start with 3 tablets per day and can increase gradually up to 20 tablets.
5. Consu
me DXN Lion's Mane tablet daily for promoting a healthy digestive system and nervous system. Can start with 3 tablets per day and can increase gradually up to 20 tablets.6. Consum
e 2 teaspoons of DXN Reishi Mushroom Powder daily as it contains a wide spectrum of nutrients which help to regulate and balance our inner body systems.7. Consume DXN Morinzhi daily, 2 tablespoons in 250ml of water and twice per day. M
orinzhi is a nutritious beverage that is rich in various types of vitamins and minerals. The Vitamin C in DXN Morinzhi assists in skin repairing, skin healing and promotes overall skin health.Please seek medical advice from professional health care provider as the patient is experiencing diarrhea and lower blood pressure.
The above recommendations only serve as a useful supplement to the conventional medication applied in psoriasis.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Ways To Strengthen The Immune System
Inside your body there is a mechanism designed to defend you from millions of bacteria, microbes, viruses, toxins and parasites.
Strengthen the immune system which protects your body by warding off attacks from diseases and viruses.
Antioxidants found in foods make a strong contribution to this fight.
The immune system protects the body by helping it to ward-off and recover from various diseases.
While stress reduction and regular exercise are known to assist in strengthening the immune system, the types of food consumed make the largest contribution to a healthy immune system.
Eating a well-balanced diet including a variety of healthful foods will boost this system's effectiveness like nothing else.
The chief destructive force that the immune system has to contend with is free radicals. Free radicals damage healthy cells by causing cell alterations (mutations) which can lead to serious illnesses such as heart disease and cancer.
However, certain substances present in food can destroy free radicals. These substances are called antioxidants.
One of the strongest antioxidants is vitamin C, which boosts the immune system to aggressively react on cancer cells.
Diets high in this nutrient are linked to reduced risks for stomach, breast, colorectal and prostate cancers. Good sources of vitamin C are citrus fruits, green peppers, cantaloupes and broccoli
Those who use tobacco products should eat even more foods containing vitamin C or take supplements since smoking deplete vitamin C reserves quicker than others.
Another important antioxidant is vitamin E. This nutrient helps to slow down the symptoms of aging and strengthen body cells that fight infection.
People who eat foods rich in vitamin E or take supplements have an added weapon against bacteria and viruses. Vitamin E also helps in the fight against heart disease and cancer. Good food sources of are whole grain foods and vegetable oils. Supplements are recommended to reach the daily requirement of this vitamin.
Check with your doctor on the dose.
Carotenoids are antioxidants that help to strengthen the immune system by producing lymphocytes. Lymphocytes are cells important to fighting infection. The best sources for carotenoids are the red, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, cantaloupes, pumpkin, etc. and leafy green foods. The four important carotenoids are beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein and zeaxanthin. All of these provide excellent protection against disease.
The immune system gains strength from minerals to synthesize proteins which make up all the cells of the body. Important minerals include: ---zinc, which increases the number of lymphocytes to fight cancers. Dietary sources of zinc are whole grains and cooked oysters ---iron, which fights infection and strengthens overall immunity.
However, too much iron can be harmful and a physician should be consulted before starting a program of using iron supplements. Meats, dried beans and tofu are good sources of iron. ---selenium, which helps to increase the number of antibodies and encourages growth of immune cells. This mineral can cause damage if too much is ingested so supplements are not recommended. Food sources are fish, grains and nuts.
A low fat diet is very important for a strong immune system. Excess fat hampers the ability of the body to fight off bacteria and free radicals. Lowering fat in the diet can be accomplished by limiting the intake of fatty foods and making low fat and low calorie meal substitutions.
For over 4000 years Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma Lucidum) have been recognized by Chinese medical professionals as a valuable remedy.
Its Chinese name Lingzhi, means "spiritual potency". Reishi mushrooms are regarded by the Chinese as the "Medicine of Kings". Dr. Shi-Jean Lee, the most famous Chinese medical doctor of the Ming Dynasty, strongly endorsed the effectiveness of Reishi in his famous book, Ban Chao Gang Moo ("Great Pharmacopoeia"). He stated that the "long-term taking of Reishi (Lingzhi)
will build a strong, healthy body & assure a long life."
Ganoderma Lucidum contains high concentration of Organic Germanium, Polysaccharides and Triterpenes. These active components are proven to strengthen our immunity cells and improve our immune system.
As the "King of Herbs", Reishi is widely used for different purposes. It is used for symptomatic relief of arthritis and of menopausal anxiety. It is also used in treating allergic asthma, hypertension, hypothyroidism, bronchitis, insomnia, general anxiety and stress, and cardiovascular problems. Reishi also is often the main ingredient in herbal formulas for immune dysfunction syndromes, such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Since Reishi is natural, it doesn't carry side effects, over dose and under dose. It also can be used by anyone from a small child to older persons regardless of age.
Strengthen the immune system which protects your body by warding off attacks from diseases and viruses.
Antioxidants found in foods make a strong contribution to this fight.
The immune system protects the body by helping it to ward-off and recover from various diseases.
While stress reduction and regular exercise are known to assist in strengthening the immune system, the types of food consumed make the largest contribution to a healthy immune system.
Eating a well-balanced diet including a variety of healthful foods will boost this system's effectiveness like nothing else.
The chief destructive force that the immune system has to contend with is free radicals. Free radicals damage healthy cells by causing cell alterations (mutations) which can lead to serious illnesses such as heart disease and cancer.
However, certain substances present in food can destroy free radicals. These substances are called antioxidants.
One of the strongest antioxidants is vitamin C, which boosts the immune system to aggressively react on cancer cells.
Diets high in this nutrient are linked to reduced risks for stomach, breast, colorectal and prostate cancers. Good sources of vitamin C are citrus fruits, green peppers, cantaloupes and broccoli
Those who use tobacco products should eat even more foods containing vitamin C or take supplements since smoking deplete vitamin C reserves quicker than others.
Another important antioxidant is vitamin E. This nutrient helps to slow down the symptoms of aging and strengthen body cells that fight infection.
People who eat foods rich in vitamin E or take supplements have an added weapon against bacteria and viruses. Vitamin E also helps in the fight against heart disease and cancer. Good food sources of are whole grain foods and vegetable oils. Supplements are recommended to reach the daily requirement of this vitamin.
Check with your doctor on the dose.
Carotenoids are antioxidants that help to strengthen the immune system by producing lymphocytes. Lymphocytes are cells important to fighting infection. The best sources for carotenoids are the red, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, cantaloupes, pumpkin, etc. and leafy green foods. The four important carotenoids are beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein and zeaxanthin. All of these provide excellent protection against disease.
The immune system gains strength from minerals to synthesize proteins which make up all the cells of the body. Important minerals include: ---zinc, which increases the number of lymphocytes to fight cancers. Dietary sources of zinc are whole grains and cooked oysters ---iron, which fights infection and strengthens overall immunity.
However, too much iron can be harmful and a physician should be consulted before starting a program of using iron supplements. Meats, dried beans and tofu are good sources of iron. ---selenium, which helps to increase the number of antibodies and encourages growth of immune cells. This mineral can cause damage if too much is ingested so supplements are not recommended. Food sources are fish, grains and nuts.
A low fat diet is very important for a strong immune system. Excess fat hampers the ability of the body to fight off bacteria and free radicals. Lowering fat in the diet can be accomplished by limiting the intake of fatty foods and making low fat and low calorie meal substitutions.
What is this so called the "King of Herbs" or "Miracle Mushroom"?
For over 4000 years Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma Lucidum) have been recognized by Chinese medical professionals as a valuable remedy.
Its Chinese name Lingzhi, means "spiritual potency". Reishi mushrooms are regarded by the Chinese as the "Medicine of Kings". Dr. Shi-Jean Lee, the most famous Chinese medical doctor of the Ming Dynasty, strongly endorsed the effectiveness of Reishi in his famous book, Ban Chao Gang Moo ("Great Pharmacopoeia"). He stated that the "long-term taking of Reishi (Lingzhi)will build a strong, healthy body & assure a long life."
Ganoderma Lucidum contains high concentration of Organic Germanium, Polysaccharides and Triterpenes. These active components are proven to strengthen our immunity cells and improve our immune system.
As the "King of Herbs", Reishi is widely used for different purposes. It is used for symptomatic relief of arthritis and of menopausal anxiety. It is also used in treating allergic asthma, hypertension, hypothyroidism, bronchitis, insomnia, general anxiety and stress, and cardiovascular problems. Reishi also is often the main ingredient in herbal formulas for immune dysfunction syndromes, such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Since Reishi is natural, it doesn't carry side effects, over dose and under dose. It also can be used by anyone from a small child to older persons regardless of age.
Where and How To Get High Quality, Low Priced Reishi?
Feel free to contact me at +966 508488941 (Saudi Arabia) or simply eMail me at eqmamaril@yahoo.com and I will tell you where (regardless of your location) to get the best one.
We (myself, family, relatives and friends) have been using Reishi since July 2004 and really deserves to be called the "Miracle Mushroom" .
Try it! If it helps us improve our health, it can help yours too...
Contact me today for recommendation on how to take it.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Five Keys to Healthy Eating
Since nutrition seems to create the biggest challenge for most of my clients, I developed what I call the Five Keys to Healthy Eating.
The keys are summarized here:
1. Enjoy what you eat— surprised? You shouldn’t be. You acquired a taste for coffee or beer, so why not healthy foods and beverages such as what we have in DXN products? Stop going on a diet, and change the way you eat.
2. Believe in what you are doing— you know what the weak words are, like “try” and “hope.” If you “hope this is going to work” then it won’t. Find a product, program, or method that you believe in.
We’ve all had a sense of knowing that something would come to pass. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find that balance in life that gives you the same sense of peace and knowing.
3. Practice moderation— the best advice about healthy living was penned by Hippocrates around 400 B.C. He said, “If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have found the safest way to health.” Stop going on extreme diets and being either “on” or “off.” Find that “sweet spot” in the middle.
4. Be flexible with new ideas— diets come and go. So do fitness trends. Sometimes the idea that seems strange is the one you’ve been waiting for.
Just because one style of eating helped you lose weight the first time doesn’t mean it’s what your body needs for continued health. Try out new ideas and find the ones that fit.
5. Learn to hear your body— most people are used to eating junk. Even though the body knows this food is not good, you simply tune out the “noise.” By getting back in touch with your body and instincts, you can learn how to eat because the answer is right inside you.
If you really learn how to listen, your body will share with you how much protein you need, how many vegetables and pieces of fruit to eat in a day and whether you’re getting enough fluid.
The keys are summarized here:
1. Enjoy what you eat— surprised? You shouldn’t be. You acquired a taste for coffee or beer, so why not healthy foods and beverages such as what we have in DXN products? Stop going on a diet, and change the way you eat.
2. Believe in what you are doing— you know what the weak words are, like “try” and “hope.” If you “hope this is going to work” then it won’t. Find a product, program, or method that you believe in.
We’ve all had a sense of knowing that something would come to pass. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find that balance in life that gives you the same sense of peace and knowing.
3. Practice moderation— the best advice about healthy living was penned by Hippocrates around 400 B.C. He said, “If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have found the safest way to health.” Stop going on extreme diets and being either “on” or “off.” Find that “sweet spot” in the middle.
4. Be flexible with new ideas— diets come and go. So do fitness trends. Sometimes the idea that seems strange is the one you’ve been waiting for.
Just because one style of eating helped you lose weight the first time doesn’t mean it’s what your body needs for continued health. Try out new ideas and find the ones that fit.
5. Learn to hear your body— most people are used to eating junk. Even though the body knows this food is not good, you simply tune out the “noise.” By getting back in touch with your body and instincts, you can learn how to eat because the answer is right inside you.
If you really learn how to listen, your body will share with you how much protein you need, how many vegetables and pieces of fruit to eat in a day and whether you’re getting enough fluid.
Is Ganoderma a drug or a healthy food ?
Is Ganoderma a drug or a healthy food?
This is the question, which rattles health authorities in Europe, who see the need of reinventing the wheel.
Since the US, Canada and Australia, not to mention the majority of Asian countries, acknowledged most herbal ingredients of the TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) to be healthy food (superfood), Europe evaluates and re-evaluates the entire package, if it might not be possible to classify them as doctor's drugs.
The fact that they promote health is good enough to make them a doctor's affair, and everybody assumes that the modern western medicine-man's task is to deal with diseases, rather to prevent them.
The major setup of western medicine is focussed on treating illness, segmental intervention (when it is too late often), a human repair shop with lots of efforts to escape the "point of no return".
The old medicine emphasizes prevention ("one ounce of prevention is better than one pound of cure").
The best doctor is our body, because it knows much better what it needs. We just have to provide all ingredients via a healthy nutrition and our body (normally) does the rest to stay afloat.
But we have to be sure that our food is healthy! Modern times bring modern ways of nourishing oneself, far away from providing our system with what it needs. Lack of vitamins, fibers etc. dominates the tables and Fastfood Rules...
In this scenario Ganoderma gains importance as a health booster and protector.
Since Ganoderma is healthy food, and healthy food is medicine and vice versa (Hippocrates), it has an impact on all body functions which are responsible for maintaining a good health, the immune system on top of this list.
In case of illness, Ganoderma strengthens body functions and helps the body to cure itself.
It provides major tools for the body to regenerate itself and shift back to a healthy status. This is done in different steps, as follows:
A. Scanning (1 - 30 days):
1. Diseases are caused by imbalance of body function
2. Ganoderma can help to regulate body function
3. From the reaction to the intake of Ganoderma, we can identify the
ailing area, which is known as the scanning effect
B. Cleansing or Detoxification (1 - 30 weeks):
1. Uric acid, excess cholesterol, fat deposit, calcium deposit, bad tissue
and chemical accumulation and other toxins are removed.
2. They are removed by:
a) Sweating b) The circulatory system - (kidney and liver) through urination and stool c) Boil, rashes, phlegm and mucus discharge
C. Regulating (1 - 12 months):
1. Balancing effect to regulate body functions
2. Many effects can be observed during regulations. This is a sign that
the body is healing itself. If the reaction is too vigorous, reduce the
dosage
D. Building (6 - 24 months):
1. Processing of building and healing of body parts that have sustained
injuries or damages
2. Strengthening of the immune system, physical strength and mental
calmness, more resistance to diseases
3. Supply of essential elements to the body, such as minerals and
triterpenoids for the recovery of body functions
E. Regenerating (1 - 3 years):
1. This is the ultimate aim to consume Ganoderma
2. It is the process whereby our body is functioning at its optimum level
which is actually a rejuvenating effect (restore youthful appearance,
strength and peace of mind)
Nevertheless modern pharmacology analyzes Ganoderma and its components and found some of them extremely effective in the treatment of various deseases, concentrated polysaccharides, triterpenes, acids etc highly purified.
But this has to be considered as a different approach, an obvious attempt to convert a healthy food into a drug through isolation and purification of its components.
The purification process creates a substance of extreme concentration which has poisonous potentials and so the former harmless Ganoderma becomes a killer-drug, very effective yet dangerous ("Everything is poisonous, it depends only on its concentration", Louis Pasteur).
Under "normal" circumstances Ganoderma helps to maintain health and improves body functions of patients with a variety of diseases through immune boosting/modificating capabilities.
The amount of its "ingredients" is high enough to be effective and low enough, not to provoke side effects, normally known from medicaments.
Since it contains more than 200 bio-active substances it can claim a wide array of health promoting and preventive effects against medical indications, normally a "cannot-be" in western medicine.
This is the question, which rattles health authorities in Europe, who see the need of reinventing the wheel.
Since the US, Canada and Australia, not to mention the majority of Asian countries, acknowledged most herbal ingredients of the TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) to be healthy food (superfood), Europe evaluates and re-evaluates the entire package, if it might not be possible to classify them as doctor's drugs.
The fact that they promote health is good enough to make them a doctor's affair, and everybody assumes that the modern western medicine-man's task is to deal with diseases, rather to prevent them.
The major setup of western medicine is focussed on treating illness, segmental intervention (when it is too late often), a human repair shop with lots of efforts to escape the "point of no return".
The old medicine emphasizes prevention ("one ounce of prevention is better than one pound of cure").
The best doctor is our body, because it knows much better what it needs. We just have to provide all ingredients via a healthy nutrition and our body (normally) does the rest to stay afloat.
But we have to be sure that our food is healthy! Modern times bring modern ways of nourishing oneself, far away from providing our system with what it needs. Lack of vitamins, fibers etc. dominates the tables and Fastfood Rules...
In this scenario Ganoderma gains importance as a health booster and protector.
Since Ganoderma is healthy food, and healthy food is medicine and vice versa (Hippocrates), it has an impact on all body functions which are responsible for maintaining a good health, the immune system on top of this list.
In case of illness, Ganoderma strengthens body functions and helps the body to cure itself.
It provides major tools for the body to regenerate itself and shift back to a healthy status. This is done in different steps, as follows:
A. Scanning (1 - 30 days):
1. Diseases are caused by imbalance of body function
2. Ganoderma can help to regulate body function
3. From the reaction to the intake of Ganoderma, we can identify the
ailing area, which is known as the scanning effect
B. Cleansing or Detoxification (1 - 30 weeks):
1. Uric acid, excess cholesterol, fat deposit, calcium deposit, bad tissue
and chemical accumulation and other toxins are removed.
2. They are removed by:
a) Sweating b) The circulatory system - (kidney and liver) through urination and stool c) Boil, rashes, phlegm and mucus discharge
C. Regulating (1 - 12 months):
1. Balancing effect to regulate body functions
2. Many effects can be observed during regulations. This is a sign that
the body is healing itself. If the reaction is too vigorous, reduce the
dosage
D. Building (6 - 24 months):
1. Processing of building and healing of body parts that have sustained
injuries or damages
2. Strengthening of the immune system, physical strength and mental
calmness, more resistance to diseases
3. Supply of essential elements to the body, such as minerals and
triterpenoids for the recovery of body functions
E. Regenerating (1 - 3 years):
1. This is the ultimate aim to consume Ganoderma
2. It is the process whereby our body is functioning at its optimum level
which is actually a rejuvenating effect (restore youthful appearance,
strength and peace of mind)
Nevertheless modern pharmacology analyzes Ganoderma and its components and found some of them extremely effective in the treatment of various deseases, concentrated polysaccharides, triterpenes, acids etc highly purified.
But this has to be considered as a different approach, an obvious attempt to convert a healthy food into a drug through isolation and purification of its components.
The purification process creates a substance of extreme concentration which has poisonous potentials and so the former harmless Ganoderma becomes a killer-drug, very effective yet dangerous ("Everything is poisonous, it depends only on its concentration", Louis Pasteur).
Under "normal" circumstances Ganoderma helps to maintain health and improves body functions of patients with a variety of diseases through immune boosting/modificating capabilities.
The amount of its "ingredients" is high enough to be effective and low enough, not to provoke side effects, normally known from medicaments.
Since it contains more than 200 bio-active substances it can claim a wide array of health promoting and preventive effects against medical indications, normally a "cannot-be" in western medicine.
Friday, June 5, 2009
Caffeine and Energy Boosting Drugs: Energy Drinks
What are energy drinks?
Energy drinks are beverages like Red Bull, Venom, Adrenaline Rush, 180, ISO Sprint, and Whoopass, which contain large doses of caffeine and other legal stimulants like ephedrine, guarana, and ginseng. Energy drinks may contain as much as 80 mg of caffeine, the equivalent of a cup of coffee. Compared to the 37 mg. of caffeine in a Mountain Dew, or the 23 mg. in a Coca-Cola Classic, that's a big punch. These drinks are marketed to people under 30, especially to college students, and are widely available both on and off campus.
Are there short-term dangers to drinking energy drinks?
Individual responses to caffeine vary, and these drinks should be treated carefully because of how powerful they are. Energy drinks' stimulating properties can boost the heart rate and blood pressure (sometimes to the point of palpitations), dehydrate the body, and, like other stimulants, prevent sleep.
Energy drinks should not be used while exercising as the combination of fluid loss from sweating and the diuretic quality of the caffeine can leave the user severely dehydrated.
Know what you're drinking. Energy drinks are not necessarily bad for you, but they shouldn't be seen as "natural alternatives" either. Some of the claims they make like "improved performance and concentration" can be misleading. If you think of them as highly-caffeinated drinks, you'll have a more accurate picture of what they are and how they affect you. You wouldn't use Mountain Dew as a sports drink. And a drink like Red Bull and vodka is more like strong coffee and whisky than anything else.
What happens when energy drinks are combined with alcohol?
Energy drinks are also used as mixers with alcohol. This combination carries a number of dangers:
- Since energy drinks are stimulants and alcohol is a depressant, the combination of effects may be dangerous.
-The stimulant effects can mask how intoxicated you are and prevent you from realizing how much alcohol you have consumed. Fatigue is one of the ways the body normally tells someone that they've had enough to drink.
The stimulant effect can give the person the impression they aren't impaired. No matter how alert you feel, your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is the same as it would be without the energy drink. Once the stimulant effect wears off, the depressant effects of the alcohol will remain and could cause vomiting in your sleep or respiratory depression.
- Both energy drinks and alcohol are very dehydrating (the caffeine in energy drinks is a diuretic).
Dehydration can hinder your body's ability to metabolize alcohol and will increase the toxicity, and therefore the hangover, the next day.
If you are health conscious like me, I highly recommend to you to try DXN products for your over all wellness. I've been using these for over 5 years now and its giving me and my family a healthy lifestyle.
Energy drinks are beverages like Red Bull, Venom, Adrenaline Rush, 180, ISO Sprint, and Whoopass, which contain large doses of caffeine and other legal stimulants like ephedrine, guarana, and ginseng. Energy drinks may contain as much as 80 mg of caffeine, the equivalent of a cup of coffee. Compared to the 37 mg. of caffeine in a Mountain Dew, or the 23 mg. in a Coca-Cola Classic, that's a big punch. These drinks are marketed to people under 30, especially to college students, and are widely available both on and off campus.
Are there short-term dangers to drinking energy drinks?
Individual responses to caffeine vary, and these drinks should be treated carefully because of how powerful they are. Energy drinks' stimulating properties can boost the heart rate and blood pressure (sometimes to the point of palpitations), dehydrate the body, and, like other stimulants, prevent sleep.
Energy drinks should not be used while exercising as the combination of fluid loss from sweating and the diuretic quality of the caffeine can leave the user severely dehydrated.
Know what you're drinking. Energy drinks are not necessarily bad for you, but they shouldn't be seen as "natural alternatives" either. Some of the claims they make like "improved performance and concentration" can be misleading. If you think of them as highly-caffeinated drinks, you'll have a more accurate picture of what they are and how they affect you. You wouldn't use Mountain Dew as a sports drink. And a drink like Red Bull and vodka is more like strong coffee and whisky than anything else.
What happens when energy drinks are combined with alcohol?
Energy drinks are also used as mixers with alcohol. This combination carries a number of dangers:
- Since energy drinks are stimulants and alcohol is a depressant, the combination of effects may be dangerous.
-The stimulant effects can mask how intoxicated you are and prevent you from realizing how much alcohol you have consumed. Fatigue is one of the ways the body normally tells someone that they've had enough to drink.
The stimulant effect can give the person the impression they aren't impaired. No matter how alert you feel, your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is the same as it would be without the energy drink. Once the stimulant effect wears off, the depressant effects of the alcohol will remain and could cause vomiting in your sleep or respiratory depression.
- Both energy drinks and alcohol are very dehydrating (the caffeine in energy drinks is a diuretic).
Dehydration can hinder your body's ability to metabolize alcohol and will increase the toxicity, and therefore the hangover, the next day.
If you are health conscious like me, I highly recommend to you to try DXN products for your over all wellness. I've been using these for over 5 years now and its giving me and my family a healthy lifestyle.
What is caffeine?
Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It's one of the most popular drugs in the world, consumed by up to 90% of people in the world in one form or another, but mostly in beverages. It is a naturally occurring substance found in plants like cocoa beans, tea leaves, and kola nuts.
What are the effects of caffeine?
Caffeine's strongest effects are felt for about an hour after taking it, but some effects usually last 4 to 6 hours. Caffeine causes increased neuron firing in the brain which the pituitary gland perceives as an emergency and therefore causes the adrenal glands to release adrenaline. Caffeine also increases dopamine levels -- the neurotransmitter that is affected by drugs like amphetamines and heroin. Obviously, it does this on a much reduced level from those drugs, but this may be the source of caffeine's addictive quality.
While caffeine is mildly addictive, it has not been shown to have a direct link with any serious health risks. Still, anyone who's been up all night after drinking too much coffee can tell you that caffeine can affect a person's mood and sleep pattern. Here are some of the frequent effects of caffeine:
Caffeine is a diuretic. Caffeine prompts the body to lose water through urination. This can lead to dehydration and is the reason that caffeinated drinks are not a good idea when working out or doing other activities that require fluids. In fact, it is suggested that you add 8 ounces of water for every cup of coffee you drink.
Caffeine can cause you to feel jittery, skittish, restless, excitable or anxious. It can temporarily speed the heart rate. If you're feeling stressed out, then a cup of coffee can exacerbate, rather than help, this feeling. Too much caffeine can hurt a person's ability to concentrate, making it difficult to study.
Caffeine can cause insomnia. It can be very hard to fall asleep when you take a lot of caffeine. This is especially true if you take it at night, but is also true of higher doses earlier in the day.
Caffeine at high doses can cause headaches.
Some caffeinated beverages can have other health effects. For instance, the acid in coffee can upset the stomach, and coffee (though not the caffeine in it) can worsen ulcers, raise blood pressure and blood cholesterol, and speed up the heart rate, increasing the risk of heart disease.
Caffeine can have negative effects on pregnant women or on women who would like to become pregnant including an increased risk for difficult conception and miscarriage. Caffeine is transmitted through the placenta and through breast milk to the baby. Therefore, if you're pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, the FDA recommends that you stop taking caffeine or cut back to 1 cup per day.
How much caffeine am I having?
In the U.S., the average person drinks 200 milligrams a day (about two 8 ounce cups of coffee). Check out the list below to see how much you're having.
Beverage/Food Serving Size Average Amt. (mg) Range (mg)
Brewed Coffee 8 ounce 85 65-120
Instant Coffee 8 ounce 75 60-85
Decaf, Brewed 8 ounce 3 2-4
Decaf, Instant 8 ounce 3 1-4
Espresso Single 2 ounce 80 60-100
Cappuchino/Latte 2 ounce 80 60-100
Moccachino 2 ounce 90 70-110
Black Tea 8 ounce 40 30-60
Decaf Black Tea 8 ounce 4 5
Green Tea 8 ounce 40 30-50
Iced tea mix, 8 ounce 13
unsweetened
Iced tea, 8 ounce 30
ready to drink
Cocoa Beverage 5 ounce 5 2-20
Chocolate Milk 8 ounce 5 2-7
Dark Chocolate, 1 ounce 20 5-35 semi-sweet
How do I cut back on caffeine?
Remember that caffeine is addictive. If you feel like you can't get going in the morning, feel overtired during the day from not having caffeine, or get headaches when you try to stop taking caffeine regularly, these are signs of dependence.
If you're having trouble sleeping, feel like you are consuming too much caffeine or you don't like the effects of caffeine on your body, here are some suggestions for quitting or cutting back:
Switch to decaffeinated beverages, or to a mixture of decaffeinated and regular coffee.
Reduce the number of caffeinated drinks you have every day. If you have coffee in the morning and a Coke in the afternoon, try skipping the Coke and replace it with water or juice.
Brew tea for a shorter time. The less time you brew it, the less caffeine it will contain. Try herbal teas or herbal coffees which usually don't contain caffeine.
Watch out for soft drinks and energy drinks like Red Bull which can contain added caffeine. This will be listed on the label.
If you are trying to quit and feel yourself getting a headache, you can try having a small amount of caffeine to alleviate the headache. For some people, this helps keep up the momentum to quit.
Know what's in over-the-counter medications. These can contain large doses of caffeine, too.
Drink water or non-caffeinated drinks when you're thirsty. Remember, caffeinated beverages will only add to your body's dehydration.
If you are looking for coffee alternatives that will not harm your health, try DXN Lingzhi Coffee.
For details, go to http://edwinmamaril.blogspot.com/search/label/dxn%20coffee
What are the effects of caffeine?
Caffeine's strongest effects are felt for about an hour after taking it, but some effects usually last 4 to 6 hours. Caffeine causes increased neuron firing in the brain which the pituitary gland perceives as an emergency and therefore causes the adrenal glands to release adrenaline. Caffeine also increases dopamine levels -- the neurotransmitter that is affected by drugs like amphetamines and heroin. Obviously, it does this on a much reduced level from those drugs, but this may be the source of caffeine's addictive quality.
While caffeine is mildly addictive, it has not been shown to have a direct link with any serious health risks. Still, anyone who's been up all night after drinking too much coffee can tell you that caffeine can affect a person's mood and sleep pattern. Here are some of the frequent effects of caffeine:
Caffeine is a diuretic. Caffeine prompts the body to lose water through urination. This can lead to dehydration and is the reason that caffeinated drinks are not a good idea when working out or doing other activities that require fluids. In fact, it is suggested that you add 8 ounces of water for every cup of coffee you drink.
Caffeine can cause you to feel jittery, skittish, restless, excitable or anxious. It can temporarily speed the heart rate. If you're feeling stressed out, then a cup of coffee can exacerbate, rather than help, this feeling. Too much caffeine can hurt a person's ability to concentrate, making it difficult to study.
Caffeine can cause insomnia. It can be very hard to fall asleep when you take a lot of caffeine. This is especially true if you take it at night, but is also true of higher doses earlier in the day.
Caffeine at high doses can cause headaches.
Some caffeinated beverages can have other health effects. For instance, the acid in coffee can upset the stomach, and coffee (though not the caffeine in it) can worsen ulcers, raise blood pressure and blood cholesterol, and speed up the heart rate, increasing the risk of heart disease.
Caffeine can have negative effects on pregnant women or on women who would like to become pregnant including an increased risk for difficult conception and miscarriage. Caffeine is transmitted through the placenta and through breast milk to the baby. Therefore, if you're pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, the FDA recommends that you stop taking caffeine or cut back to 1 cup per day.
How much caffeine am I having?
In the U.S., the average person drinks 200 milligrams a day (about two 8 ounce cups of coffee). Check out the list below to see how much you're having.
Beverage/Food Serving Size Average Amt. (mg) Range (mg)
Brewed Coffee 8 ounce 85 65-120
Instant Coffee 8 ounce 75 60-85
Decaf, Brewed 8 ounce 3 2-4
Decaf, Instant 8 ounce 3 1-4
Espresso Single 2 ounce 80 60-100
Cappuchino/Latte 2 ounce 80 60-100
Moccachino 2 ounce 90 70-110
Black Tea 8 ounce 40 30-60
Decaf Black Tea 8 ounce 4 5
Green Tea 8 ounce 40 30-50
Iced tea mix, 8 ounce 13
unsweetened
Iced tea, 8 ounce 30
ready to drink
Cocoa Beverage 5 ounce 5 2-20
Chocolate Milk 8 ounce 5 2-7
Dark Chocolate, 1 ounce 20 5-35 semi-sweet
How do I cut back on caffeine?
Remember that caffeine is addictive. If you feel like you can't get going in the morning, feel overtired during the day from not having caffeine, or get headaches when you try to stop taking caffeine regularly, these are signs of dependence.
If you're having trouble sleeping, feel like you are consuming too much caffeine or you don't like the effects of caffeine on your body, here are some suggestions for quitting or cutting back:
Switch to decaffeinated beverages, or to a mixture of decaffeinated and regular coffee.
Reduce the number of caffeinated drinks you have every day. If you have coffee in the morning and a Coke in the afternoon, try skipping the Coke and replace it with water or juice.
Brew tea for a shorter time. The less time you brew it, the less caffeine it will contain. Try herbal teas or herbal coffees which usually don't contain caffeine.
Watch out for soft drinks and energy drinks like Red Bull which can contain added caffeine. This will be listed on the label.
If you are trying to quit and feel yourself getting a headache, you can try having a small amount of caffeine to alleviate the headache. For some people, this helps keep up the momentum to quit.
Know what's in over-the-counter medications. These can contain large doses of caffeine, too.
Drink water or non-caffeinated drinks when you're thirsty. Remember, caffeinated beverages will only add to your body's dehydration.
If you are looking for coffee alternatives that will not harm your health, try DXN Lingzhi Coffee.
For details, go to http://edwinmamaril.blogspot.com/search/label/dxn%20coffee
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