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Nutrient Combinations That Have A Big Impact On Your Health
Posted by Katherine Crawford, M.S. in Anti Aging on January 1, 2012
Would you like to take a single pill that could fix all of your health concerns? If so, you are not alone. In fact, supplement companies are aware of this and as a result, you are constantly bombarded with single-nutrient advertisements. But eating a wider variety of things is better here.
Unfortunately, advertising complete nutrition is not as profitable as advertising the next magic pill. But in reality, eating a wide combination of nutrients is what leads to maximum health.
Thus, without further delay, here are 4 nutrient synergies that you have to be aware of:
1. Vitamin D and calcium: Quite often, you may not be getting your daily recommended amount of calcium. And over the long run this may compromise your bone health. Now if you are getting small amounts of calcium in your diet, Vitamin D can help you absorb more.
2. Sodium and potassium: You most likely are having too much sodium day in and day out-it’s simply impossible to avoid unless you eat pure food and never go out. Fortunately, potassium can counter the negative effects of sodium by coaxing your kidneys to secrete more of it. And lower sodium translates into lower blood pressure.
3. Oysters and metal: Why do people claim that oysters are so good for you? Because they have zinc which is related to hormone production. Now zinc and copper (think “metal”) compete for the same absorption sites in your body. So make sure you don’t over supplement with either.
4. Niacin and tryptophan: Niacin truly is a wonder supplement since it can increase good cholesterol and decrease bad cholesterol. The main issue, however, is that you have to take very large doses of it to see an effect. Tryptophan can be converted into niacin. So a good way to prevent niacin shortages is by having lots of tryptophan.
Now the key here is to look at nutrition in terms of variety, not in terms of taking large doses of single nutrients.
And make sure you take action on this information sooner rather than later. After all, later usually never comes!
Highly sought after author, Katherine Crawford MS, a Harvard exercise physiologist and former flabby arms refugee, advises women on how to avoid an arm lift surgery. Learn how to get sexy and toned arms by exploring her personal website about minimizing fat arms without any delay!
Originally posted 2010-02-18 02:47:22. Republished by Old Post Promoter
Resveratrol – What You Should Know
Posted by Alex Avidale in Anti Aging on April 4, 2011
Resveratrol is really a fantastic food supplement that claims to have the well being advantages that would surely assist inside the person’s cardiovascular wellness and in preventing cancer. It can be proven that a reliable Resveratrol dosage that is found in red wine extends the survival in mice. But how is this applicable to human beings?
There has been no scientific evidence to determine the appropriate dosage of Resveratrol intake a single should get specifically if you’re taking capsules. This data is as of March 2009. The proper dosage may not be determined unless it will be given to a considerable number of samples who would agree to be monitored until 10 to 20 years after and prove that this particular dosage id useful in long term use.
Even though, the selected Resveratrol dosage is not determined, studies present that this phytochemical is beneficial when getting supplements. These are a few of the rewards that this food supplement claim, for 1 it can lengthen the lifespan. This is mainly because this phytochemical can be a quite potent anti-oxidant slowing the aging procedure and protecting the body from the damaging effects of the free radicals.
An additional claim is that it can counter the outcomes in the higher fat diet that a individual has. Even in case you take a high fat meal, the capsule form of this phytochemical can decrease the risks up to 30%. This really is also recognized to fight a lot of diseases. Researches present that Resveratrol can aid fight cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease to mention some of the conditions. This really is also known to increase the person’s metabolism and endurance and thus this will support a particular person have far more energy to burn the extra fats.
Though the proper Resveratrol dosages have not been discovered out by through the researches that have been done, nonetheless, studies demonstrate that a selected amount of Resveratrol when taken by human beings could be very beneficial. It can be for you to choose if you should seek aid from the professional in taking this supplement. Though the right Resveratrol dosage has not been determined, it can be for you to determine whether you’ll enjoy the rewards of this phytochemical now or wait for 10 to 20 years for the right dosage prior to finally deciding to take this supplement.
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Originally posted 2010-04-03 21:57:39. Republished by Old Post Promoter
Medical Researchers Looking At Sandalwood
Posted by Amy McDermott in skin care on March 26, 2011
Overview
Sandalwood is one of the oldest aromatic materials, being acknowledged in ancient biblical and in Indian text as well as used in religious ceremonies throughout the ages. Botanically known as a small evergreen in the genus Santalum and family Santalaceae, this modest-sized tree (up to 10 meters) provides a great deal of commerce for India and to some extent Australia and is now being examined by the medical industry for its medicinal properties. There are several species of Santalum, but only a few are used commercially, most notably Santalum album (India) and Santalum spicatum (Australia). Other tress from such places as Polynesia and Fuji are in small numbers and in great decline. Oddly, other plants such as the Bead Tree or Candlewood are known as sandalwood but are not botanically parallel. Sometimes, non-related plants such as Red Sandalwood are used as fillers for the more expensive, genuine sandalwood.
True sandalwood contains aromatic heartwood (middle) and roots which when harvested are used for furniture items as well as distilled for its highly prized essential oil. Plantations have been set aside in both India and Australia to meet growing demand for Santalum essential oil. Sandalwood harvesting and manufacturing of incense sticks, furniture and essential oil provides great employment for many in India, especially in southern India. The value of sandalwood in India cannot be overstated. Besides its ceremonial significance, sandalwood is used extensively in Indian Ayurvedic medicine. The harvest and processing of sandalwood is strictly regulated and private ownership of the trees is not permitted. Since 1792 trees have been considered of Indian royalty and thus well guarded and protected. These valued trees take decades to develop their rich aromatic wood and are not considered commercially viable until at least forty years of age, but trees have been harvested at thirty to meet rising requests for its processed products.
Much of the valuable wood is found in the roots of sandalwood and thus harvested by uprooting the entire tree versus cutting it at the trunk. In the last few years alone, the price of sandalwood has skyrocketed, mainly due to rising demand and limited supply. Increased demand has mainly come from the perfume and aromatherapy industry. Sandalwood essential oil and paste is used in Indian and Chinese medicine and of course aromatherapy botanical medicine. The perfume industry covets this oil for its ability to blend well with other perfume oils; hence, it is used extensively in hundreds of cosmetic products.
Over the centuries, the use of sandalwood and its products have been an integral part of several religious cultures. It scent, either as an essential oil or ground as incense, is thought to bring one closer to the Divine. Hindus burn incense made from sandalwood oil in burial pyres and at funerals. It’s also used in temples to remind people of the heavenly realms. Yogis in India use the oil to anoint each other during ceremonies and before meditation as well deity statues often made of sandalwood itself.
Sandalwood Used to Fight Anti-microbial Bacteria
In late December of 2009 a length article by the Associated Press entitled “Pressure Rises to Stop Antibiotics in Agriculture” reported on rapidly emerging bacteria that are resistant to current antibiotics from supposed misuse of antibiotics in the agriculture industry. It was all over the internet in a matter of days. The article provides quotes from professors, researchers as well as government agencies all expressing deep concern and even alarm at the rate of microbial resistance to standard treatment. The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) web page includes recent studies regarding antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MSRA) (both of which cause great harm to humans and animals alike) linked to heavy uses in food agriculture. This scientifically sound web site also provided a press conference statement (way back in 2001) by Margaret Mellon, Ph.D., director of UCS Food and Environment Program stating that 70% of total antibiotic production is devoted to non-therapeutic uses in the cattle, swine and poultry industry. It seems plausible that over the last nine years since this press release, microbes have developed an armor of resistance to antibiotic treatments.
Concern for antibiotic-resistant microbes is worldwide. A need to find alternatives to conventional antibiotic treatment is rising. Essential oils have been gaining attention by research scientists for their antimicrobial properties. A collaborative study of researchers in Austria and Germany (Flavor and Fragrance Journal 2006 May/Jun; 21(3): 465-468) found that santalols of sandalwood (the main chemical components of sandalwood) in medium and/or high concentrations showed significant antimicrobial potential against the yeast Candida albicans, the Gram-positive bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, and the Gram-negative bacteria Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Additional Applications
The Australian and Indian Santalum species, found to be similar in chemical composition, are known by aromatherapists to have such therapeutic properties as anti-inflammatory, antiphlogistic (reduces fever), antiseptic (as mentioned above), antispasmodic (relieves muscle spasms), astringent, carminative (relieves flatulence), demulcent (reduces irritation), diuretic (soft and soothing to skin), emollient, expectorant, as a sedative and general tonic. Their principle chemical constituents are alpha-santalol and beta-santalol. According to a study conducted by the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and South Dakota University (Anticancer Research 2007 Jul-Aug; 27(4B): 2185-8) application of the chemical compound alpha-santalol prevents UVB-induced skin tumor development in mice. Sandalwood is also thought to help alleviate the symptoms of depression as reported by the University of Maryland Medical Center (www.umm.edu).
Conclusion
The value of sandalwood in some cultures goes back centuries – from burning the fragrant incense in temples to using the oil in sacred ceremonies. In the commerce of today, sandalwood is highly prized by the perfume industry as well as those in aromatherapy. Recent science studies indicate that sandalwood and its principle component alpha-santalol have antiseptic as well antitumor capabilities. With the growing concern of antibiotic-resistant bacteria of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Candida in both hospital and public environments, serious investigation into the possible uses to of alternative therapies is well underway. Consideration of essential oils, and in this case Santalum album and Santalum spicatum are prime candidates for meeting modern medical needs.
The author utilizes pure essential oils for aromatherapy. More information is available through The Ananda Apothecary at www.anandaapothecary.com.
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Originally posted 2010-01-07 02:05:45. Republished by Old Post Promoter
Practical Aromatherapy At Home: Essential Oils as Natural Antiseptics
Posted by Ellen Tesston in skin care on April 29, 2010
Essential oils hold huge promise in the treatment of varieties infectious disease, and are most readily utilized by the home-practitioner in the form of antiseptics. An antiseptic is formally defined as ‘a substance which reduces the possibility of infection when topically applied to living tissue’. Essential oils do this job exceptionally well, working powerfully and quickly to support the healing of cuts and abrasions through the prevention of infections. Many do a double-duty of actually stimulating tissue regeneration, while keeping the area free from potentially harmful microorganisms. Here’s a quick look at some aromatherapy techniques for moms with children wanting to use natural products for the health and wellness of their families.
Essential oils derive their antimicrobial effect from their unique chemical makeup. Each single, pure essential oil consists of several, sometimes hundreds of distinct natural chemicals. Many of these have antimicrobial activity, and show synergistic effects; blends of the chemicals – as found naturally in the oils – can be more potent than any individual chemical alone. Many studies have shown that Carvacrol, the primary molecule found in oil of Oregano, has exceptionally strong antimicrobial activity. Further studies have noted the combination of Carvacrol and Thymol (a minor constituent of the same oil) to be more potent than either of them alone. So the next time you might reach for Neosporin or rubbin alcohol, you might consider that the remedies nature has made will likely work better.
There’s evidence for an incredible spectrum of antimicrobial action from essential oils, yet it is important to select the right oils in the right amounts. Topical application of Oregano and Thyme may be the best solution for a case of stubborn nail fungus, yet these oils are far too intense for use on soft tissue of any kind except in the most dilute blends. Often a combination of a potent antiseptic with a known soothing oil can improve the overall effectiveness. Here we will briefly profile these highly-regarded oils, and look at some formulas and methods of application: Tea Tree, Lavender, Oregano, Geranium, and Lemon.
Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifola) is known throughout the world for its protective properties against infections, and may be the hands-down most popular antiseptic essential oil. The leaves have been used for centuries to heal wounds and skin infections, and with ten times the antiseptic power of phenol (a benchmark chemical used in studying antimicrobial action) Tea Tree is a must for every natural first aid kit. One of the safest and most effective ways of controlling minor infections is the immediate intervention action of Tea Tree. For minor ears, nose, throat, respiratory and general skin infections, Tea Tree essential oil will give quick healing support. Tea tree’s tolerability allows it to be used for longer periods of time without the slightest irritation. A drop on a Band-Aid can keep the reddening indication of infection from children’s cuts and scrapes, and when combined with Lavender, makes a soothing rendition of Grandma’s healing tincture.
Often called ‘medicine chest in a bottle’ Lavender is the most versatile aromatic oil in use today. An antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anxiolytic, Lavender is helpful in the healing of small burns, cuts and insect bites. The cooling aroma disperses heat and inflammation and brings relief from pain, spasms, and general unrest. With its calming and balancing properties, Lavender is very supportive of deep sleep; as noted in ‘Clinical Aromatherapy’, studies indicate that the aroma of Lavender enabled better rest than common sleeping pills with no side effects. Interestingly, Lavender imparts this action in healing wounds as well. For healing unbroken skin such as burns, apply Lavender ‘neat’ to the wound several times a day; insect bites also get a ‘neat’ treatment. For cuts and scrapes, keep a 50/50 blend of Lavender and Tea Tree on hand for the best all-purpose antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and pain relieving solution.
While the Tea Tree and Lavender blend gives us a formula for regular use, Oregano is the all-time heavy-hitter of essential oils for antimicrobial action. Oregano is serious medicine; it has been the subject of many successful scientific evaluations. Interest in the oil’s efficacy growing in amongst the world’s medical practitioners as infectious microbes become more and more resistant to synthetic antibiotics. Pure oil of Oregano is exceptionally strong – too strong for topical application except in the most stubborn cases, and then only with careful attention. Oregano holds the most promise as a systemic antimicrobial; Oregano oil can be found in enteric-coated (for targeting parasites and bacteria in the intestines) and regular capsules for support of the immune system during illness. Consult a qualified medical practitioner for dosage recommendations.
With a softer aroma and gentle effect on skin, Geranium is versatile choice for frequent use. Known as the ‘flower of constancy’, Geranium helps to lift the spirits and bring joy and happiness to one’s daily activity. Harmonizing and balancing, Geranium essential oil has the quality of equalizing hormonal and emotional extremes. These properties extends to the skin, where it creates balance between oily and dry states; Geranium helps to cleanse the skin while restoring balance, tone, and suppleness (try including in your skin care formulas at 0.5% to 3%). A non-drying, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, astringent, and general tonic, Geranium is traditionally indicated as a remedy for acne, dermatitis, eczema, and weeping wounds. Geranium essential oil is one of the few that has been used successfully against the MRSA bacteria in laboratory studies. The ‘asperum’ sub-species (also known as Egyptian Geranium) is generally considered the most potent Geranium for its antimicrobial action, with a wonderful sweet and herbaceous aroma.
Lemon essential oil is a powerful antiseptic and bactericide that performs many tasks around the house, as well as for your health. Lemon has a tonic action on the lymphatic system and a stimulating action on the digestive system, additionally providing relief from insect bites and tension headaches. Use this pleasant antimicrobial blend with confidence to clean counter tops, windows, and door handles: two drops each of Lemon, Pine, and Eucalyptus Radiata essential oils in four ounces of distilled or spring water. Keep a spray bottle of this solution handy for your day-to-day cleaning; it’s not only an effective antiseptic, but its aroma will bring a smile to your face.
This is but a sampling of the antiseptic and antimicrobial essential oils available. They are easy to use, and offer a excellent means of bringing natural medicines and cleaners into your life. Many oils have specific action against certain microbes; if you or child or other loved one needs more directed treatment, seek the advice of a licensed or degreed natural health professional, and consult a doctor to ensure the safety of any complimentary essential oil application. There are many excellent books available by reputable authors – ‘Advanced Aromatherapy’ and ‘Medical Aromatherapy’ by Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt, and any of the books by Valerie Worwood are worth investigating to further your knowledge in the practical application of essential oils. These books cover the safe use of essential oils in general, and specific conditions you’ll want to be aware of when delving deeper into aromatherapy. In selecting essential oils over synthetic preparations, you’ll find great satisfaction making the natural choice for yourself and your family.
The author is the owner of Ananda Aromatherapy, a source for world-class Bergamot and other essential oils and essential oil diffusers.
Guidelines to Eliminate Acne Scars With Laser Treatment
Posted by Megan Rockbelle in skin care on March 25, 2010
Acne scars can be terrible affliction for many people. They cause one to suffer in public because appearances are extremely important in society. People will often judge you by the way you look and acne hurts your image.
Yes times are changing but people don?t. We all have experienced and seen on TV shows and in real life how people with serious acne scars are treated. They are often portrayed as the ?nerdy? type of person who no one wants to talk to. Having this high level of pressure on you would obviously make you contemplate on the various methods available to remove acne scars.
Well if you have acne scars, fear not because they can be removed quite easily with a lot of treatment options. Laser treatments are one option you can use and they work really well to get rid of acne scars. Lasers are designed to burn off skin tissue and the surface of your skin.
As with any other procedure many questions must be asked and a ton of knowledge must be learnt on the subject. The last thing you would want is for your acne scars to appear worst or transform into something totally worst. Probably the first question asked by many about these procedures are, is it expensive?
The cost of these treatments mainly depend on a few things, some of which are, the level of acne scars possessed and the skin type. The longer and larger the acne scar the harder it is to be removed and the harder the job the higher the price.
Acne scar treatments should be done gradually over a certain period of time. You can’t just do them once and expect the acne scars to clear up. 3 to 4 months is a good amount of time to spend on removing acne scars. This also depends on that type of acne treatments you choose to use.
Overall, the success rate of these laser treatments is over 90 percent. Of course this is amazing but don?t just say ok, that?s enough I?m convinced. There can also be many different side effects such as welling and redness on the skin area which treatment was done. While these side effects may be present there is no need to worry about any other scarring or damages done due to the laser treatment.
It is always recommended that before making any crucial decision that you check with your dermatologist first. He or she would be able to identify the level of the acne scars and could be a great help in choosing the appropriate procedure to fix your condition.
The best thing you can do right now is to do some research on the internet and read up about acne laser treatments so you can understand what types of treatments are out there and how they can really help you to get rid of acne scars. There is a lot of information online so don’t be overwhelmed, you just need to know where to look!
Megan Rockbelle is an expert on skincare and acne remedies. She talks about how to get rid of acne and offers guidelines on how to get rid of acne marks speedily.
Natural Treatment to Under Eye Bag Removal
Posted by Xylene Belita in Uncategorized on March 7, 2010
There are so many different things that causes bags under your eyes and most of these are related to your overall health. When you do start to see these appear you will want to get rid of them straight away so should try to discover the cause first of all. Natural eye bag removal is very simple once you know why the problem is happening so here are some possible reasons why it might and what you can do to get rid of the under eyes bags.
First of all, make sure that you are getting a full nights rest each day. You need to get into a good sleeping habit and ensure that you are going to bed and getting up at more or less the same time every day. If you consistently lack quality sleep then you will see these bags appearing under the eyes.
You also need to look at what you are eating and your general diet. Eye bags can appear when you are not getting enough of a certain vitamin and so you should try to get a multivitamin to take everyday. You should also focus on getting enough fruit and vegeables into your system each day and this should help get rid of the issue.
You also need to focus on a generally more healthy lifestyle. If you are a heavy smoker or drinker then this will definitely contribute to the bags beneath your eyes and so you should cut down on these in order to rectify the issue.
Lastly, water retention can also lead to the problem so you need to cut down on your sodium intake as well by not putting too much salt in your foods.
These are just some tips on getting rid of your eye bags naturally.
However, there is also one other way that you should know about. It’s a treatment for natural eye bag removal that contains Eyeliss, Haloxyl and Homeo Age. Haloxyl has been proven in clinical studies to reduce under eye dark circles by more than 60%.
Research studies found that Haloxyl is effective at reducing bags and dark circles under the eyes by more than 60%.
In the study, 22 female volunteers were asked to apply a gel containing 2% Haloxyl to their skin around the eyes, and another group applied a placebo. After 56 days, the results indicated that there were more than 60% reduction in dark circles under the eyes of the volunteers that were using the eye gel with Haloxyl.
Haloxyl helps to thicken the skin under the eyes, boost blood circulation and remove accumulated haemoglobin, effectively producing a lighter effect on the under eye skin.
The eye gel that was used in this test is the Xtend Life Eye Contour Serum for Women. This eye gel has a version also available for men specifically formulated for men’s skincare.
Want to find out more about natural eye bag removal, then visit Xylene Belita’s site on how to choose the best natural eye bag removal for your needs.
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Dark Circles Under Eyes Treatment
Posted by Xylene Belita in Uncategorized on March 5, 2010
Probably, a dark circles under eye treatment might just be a simple change of diet or sleep habits. You do need to treat more than the symptoms of dark circles however. This is because it might be the sign of an underlying problem. One thing you can do tonight is get more sleep. Lack of sleep can cause the dark circles.
Plain and simple the less sleep you get at night the more strain you put on your eyes. The eye is a muscle and like all muscles they need to rest.
Your muscles need to rest each day. Imagine if your hands were used non stop for seventeen or eighteen hours per day. The hands would grow tired and frail. The same holds true for your eyes.
Solve this problem simply by getting more sleep. You have to sleep for at least seven to eight hours each night to get rid of the dark circles. Some however sleep fine but they eat poorly.
If you eat a lot of processed food or a lot of fast food then you are not getting the proper vitamins you need. This is reflected in the eyes. You can either start eating more home cooked food or you can take a vitamin supplement. If you have had circles under your eyes for some time you will probably want to do both.
Check with your doctor if any therapy is not working. He might simply prescribe an eye cream to cure your problem. Or he will find a medical condition that is causing your dark circles. It is important to see him if the problem continues. Your dark circles are probably not serious but only your doctor will know for sure.
It is probably nothing serious but you want to check with him in any case. Dark circles under eyes treatment might simply be a need to use a skin product made specifically for this condition. I do recommend that you should only use a dark circles under eyes treatment that contains Eyeliss and Haloxyl, because they are the best ingredients that an eye product should have. Learn why, go here – http://www.eyecontourgel.com/eyecontourserumwomen
Want to find out more about dark circles under eyes treatment, then visit Xylene Belita’s site on how to choose the best dark circles under eyes treatment for your needs.
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Lifestyle Revolution with Wellness Formulations
Posted by Anti Aging Products in skin care products on February 25, 2010
We all know that one of the keys to maintaining a healthy appearance is the skin. Women resort to all types of measures to keep a youthful glow and clearness to their skin, including concealers, serums, moisturizers and other skin care products. Recent clinical studies conducted by Wellness Formulations substantiate that you dont have to be a slave to a complicated skin care regimen. Enter Skin Care as part of a Lifestyle Revolution!
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