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Cultured, Whole-Food Vitamins And Supplements – Best Source of Dietary Supplementation - By Christine Dreher- 5 Health Benefits of Quail Eggs - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2012 from Jack HoganMany people do not realize it, but quail eggs offer significant health benefits. In fact, there are 5 main ones to be exact. It might sound pretty weird to eat one of these eggs, but once you learn what types of health benefits they offer, you might not feel quite so skeptical. As you are ...
Views: 52313 - The Ugly Truth About Coffee Mate Creamer - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Robin DimiceliThe scary truth about what is in Coffe Mate creamer: The following is a list of the ingredients and what they can do to your body: Ingredients: #1 Sugar: Processed Sugar:The health dangers which ingesting sugar on an habitual basis creates are certain. Simple sugars have been ...
Views: 39927 - Acid-Alkaline Balance - by Introduction
This article attempts to summarize the importance of the acid-alkaline balance in the human body as a measure of overall physical health, and to indicate several steps that can be taken if you need to improve that balance.
Body Chemistry
We live and die on a cellular level. If ...
Views: 24216(3 votes) - My Top 5 Supplement Recommendations for Men and Women - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsDo nutritional supplements just give you “expensive urine”? No, according to a study commissioned by the Dietary Supplement Education Alliance as reported in May 2007. The study focused on calcium-vitamin D combinations, folic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and lutein-zeaxanthin combinations. The ...
Views: 19345(5 votes) - ***Omega 7 from Sea Buckthorn - An Ancient Skin & Health Care Secret - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHI am sure you have heard of the health benefits from Omega 3, 6 and 9. But have you heard of Omega 7 and its amazing internal and external health benefits? Omega 7 derived from Sea Buckthorn helps to moisturize and soothe the body’s sensitive internal organs, in particular the mucous ...
Views: 19343(8 votes) - The Body's Own Production of Nitric Oxide Can Help Prevent Heart Attack & Stroke - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2005 from Roger JirvesNitric Oxide, a gas that occurs naturally in the body, may do more than any prescription drug to prevent heart attack and stroke. Nitric Oxide is essential for healthy circulation. It helps dilate blood vessels, prevent blood clots and regulate blood pressure. It also helps inhibit the ...
Views: 18638(5 votes) - Put Down That Spinach! Those "Alkaline" Foods Just Might Be Ruining Your Health! - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Carole TaylorYou've probably seen the headlines: "Alkaline Foods: Healthy Eating for a Healthy Body" You may have even read the article: "Nutrition experts agree - our diets are causing our pH levels to be too acid. We need to eat more alkaline-rich foods like dark leafy greens and drink more water to ...
Views: 18028(2 votes) - Common Causes of Mystery Muscle Twitches - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Jaime HeidelIf you’re suffering from mystery symptoms, the last thing you want to hear is it’s “all in your head.” Muscle twitches can be annoying and embarrassing and may be caused by anything from autoimmune disease to dehydration. Find out what causes mystery muscle twitches and what to do to get rid of ...
Views: 17017(1 vote) - Lose Belly Fat with CLA - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Joan JonesWho wouldn't like to lose a little excess belly fat? Let’s face it – fat in the abdomen and thighs is hard to lose, even with persistent exercise. However, a 2006 study showed that Conjugated Linoeleic Acid, or CLA, when added to a weight loss program or healthy diet, could reduce ...
Views: 16548(1 vote) - The Truth on Creatine Monohydrate Digestion - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comCreatine Monohydrate Digestion Creatine monohydrate has long been a staple in the supplement regiment of nearly any fitness enthusiast since it started gaining notoriety in the 90’s. Whether it be EAS’s Phosphagen or Champion Nutrition’s Power Creatine, almost everyone I’ve ever talked to has ...
Views: 15290(2 votes) - Healing the Addicted Brain with Amino Acids - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesWe are all affected in some way by addiction, whether our own or that of someone we care about. Yet no physical disorder that affects so many of us in so many ways is so little recognized and so little understood. Other efforts to be healthy will fail as long as addiction—whether to alcohol, ...
Views: 13398(1 vote) - Are Nuts a Good Food When on a Keto Diet? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2019 from Kalyna KapurIf you're currently on the keto diet or thinking about transitioning over to it, the change in your diet can be quite significant from a more traditional western diet. The keto diet has become very popular in the last 5-10 years, and has been found to have many health benefits. This is often ...
Views: 12469(1 vote) - ***Do You Know Where Your Calcium Comes From? What the Best Source of Calcium is for Your Health? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHIn a rock quarry in China, a bulldozer creeps along, ferrying a load of large limestone rocks to a conveyor belt that disappears inside a large processing facility...known as Calcium Carbonate from limestone. Out in the North Atlantic, a massive tanker ship vacuums tons of calcified material ...
Views: 11968(5 votes) - How to look younger and more vibrant by eating the right food - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from Richard HaighHow to look younger and more vibrant by eating the right food Tip 1 Eating fatty fish such as salmon, can work wonders for you because the fish contains long-chain omega-3 fatty acids that lowers the prostaglandins (hormone-like chemicals) and these horrible things are able to induce ...
Views: 11634(2 votes) - The Magic of Fulvic Acid - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesDear Friend, I am always on the lookout for new and exciting products that help enhance health and wellness. So, I am thrilled to let you in on a little-known but very exciting substance called fulvic acid. Don’t be surprised if you’ve never heard of fulvic acid. I have only been researching ...
Views: 11075(1 vote) - How to lose weight with virgin coconut oil - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2018 from Healthy Oil GuyAre you tired of endless fad diets that don't work? There are thousands of books and gadgets out there claiming to help you lose those unwanted pounds. One problem with a lot of diets is they're hard to stay on for long periods of time. We end up 'falling' off our diets and we gain back the ...
Views: 10438(1 vote) - Benefits of Moringa for Diabetes - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joe pedersenDiabetes is a chronic disease marked by high sugar levels in bloodstream that cause a number of distressing symptoms. Diabetes render the affected person suffer not only from jeopardized metabolism but also from serious complications like cardiovascular disease, chronic renal failure, and ...
Views: 10259(1 vote) - Food Sources That Boost Glutathione Naturally - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2004 from Priya Florence ShahCopyright © 2004 Priya Shah Glutathione, the body's master antioxidant and detoxifier, is one of the 14 "Superfoods" listed in SuperFoods Rx : Fourteen Foods That Will Change Your Life, co-authored by Dr Steven Pratt. Glutathione levels cannot be increased to a clinically beneficial extent ...
Views: 9979(1 vote) - ***FucoThin With Fucoxanthin - A Natural Seaweed Extract For Effective, Thermogenic Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHWhat is FucoTHIN? FucoThin is a natural, whole food based supplement that is made with a proprietary concentration of fucoxanthin and combined with pomegranate seed oil. FucoTHIN contains the first marine algae-derived ingredient (fucoxanthin), that has been studied by leading scientists for ...
Views: 9886(6 votes) - Alkaline and Acidic Food - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2007 from Alien ShengTypes of Food There are 2 main types of food: acidic food and alkaline food. Examples of acidic food are meat, fish, prawns, chicken, bread and flour. Alkaline food are vegetables, milk, seaweeds, fruits and egg white. It cannot be confused that acidic food contains acid, but rather, it is the ...
Views: 9734(3 votes) - Breakfast- The Most Important Meal of The Day - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from sarah labdarYou have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But if this is true then why do most people skip breakfast? There are many reasons why people choose to skip breakfast, some think by skipping breakfast it will help to lose weight, others just feel they don’t have time for ...
Views: 9682 - ***Athletes & Training: Controlling Inflammation & Increasing Endurance - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHMost athletes know all too well the double-edged sword of post-exercise inflammation. Inflammation is a general immune response to injury in the body that can be triggered by over-training. It ultimately works to mend and strengthen muscles, making them more adaptable to more intense levels of ...
Views: 9555(9 votes) - *** Is Glucosamine and Chondroiton Supplementation Really Effective for Joint Health? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHSo is Glucosamine and Chondroiton Supplementation Really Effective for Joint Health? Recently, it seems like we keep hearing conflicting reports on whether Glucosamine & Chondroiton are nutrients that we can count on for repairing and rebuilding joint cartilage and promoting joint health. So ...
Views: 9541(8 votes) - The Benefits of Bentonite Clay - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Courtney FindlayHistorically, bentonite clay has been used for centuries as a natural and effective internal cleanser. Clay is known for it’s detoxifying abilities. Bentonite clay got it’s name due to being recognized in the cretaceous rocks in Fort Benton, Wyoming, one of the world’s largest bentonite clay ...
Views: 9503(2 votes) - ***Cultured, Whole-Food Vitamins And Supplements – Best Source of Dietary Supplementation - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHWhole Foods for Optimal Nutrition Whole foods are our best source of nourishment and provide the most complete sources of vitamins and minerals. We are nourished by eating whole foods because they contain the necessary proteins, fats, carbohydrates, fiber, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, ...
Views: 9243(7 votes) - Learn To Beat Anxiety Naturally - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2010 from Jaime HeidelAs somebody who has struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for fifteen years, I understand what you’re going through. The first time I ever had a panic attack, I thought I was dying. The worst part about panic attacks is when you’ve had one you’re always afraid you’re going to have another ...
Views: 9197(11 votes) - *** Seeking Immune System Balance - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHAchieving and maintaining immune balance can be a challenge in today's world. Toxins, stress, lack of sleep, poor diet, financial strain, packed schedules, a possible mutating H1N1 virus (and other seasonal viruses), antibiotic resistant bacteria and more—all of these can wear you down. They can ...
Views: 9047(7 votes) - *** Turmeric – The Golden Wonder Herb - Much More Than Just a Spice! - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHCould there really be one herb that does it all? One herb that simultaneously works as an antioxidant, modulates inflammation, supports joint health, detoxifies the body, protects the cardiovascular system, promotes normal cell growth, supports mental clarity, regulates the bowels, balances ...
Views: 9028(8 votes) - Pre-Workout Drinks for Teenagers? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Daryl LawsQuestion: Should my son use pre-workout drinks like N-O-Explode? He is in high school and asked me to get him some but I don't know anything about them. What about post-workout drinks? Are they any good? Answer: Pre-workout formulas are advertised as supplements that heighten your awareness, ...
Views: 8932(1 vote) - Do We Live To Eat Or Do We Eat To Live? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Ted SalonicaDo we live to Eat or do we eat to Live ? I ask you, what is the purpose of eating? Take some time to really think about your answer to this question. Think back to the time in Genesis 1:29 And God said, behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, ...
Views: 8753 - Brain Foods and Memory Enhancement - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalHave you ever forgotten where you put your keys? Where you parked your car? Forgot to grab your wallet on the way out of the house or to send a birthday card to your mother-in-law? Sure you have, who hasn’t? To keep our memories sharp and to support normal brain function, mental health experts ...
Views: 8744(4 votes) - ***Don't be a Statistic in the Vitamin D Deficiency Epidemic - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHCurrently, an estimated one billion people world-wide are deficient in Vitamin D. Vitamin D has over 600 receptor sites in the body, including the brain and the heart. Since Vitamin D receptor sites are so prevalent in the body, new studies and research continue to emerge, touting the health ...
Views: 8608(13 votes) - The Five Keys to Healing Gut Disorders - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Jini Patel ThompsonAfter nine years of doing private consultations and answering literally thousands of questions on my Forum, I have come to see that there are five key protocols that nearly everyone needs to implement in order to see their digestive healing progress rapidly. By the time people find their way ...
Views: 8565(4 votes) - ***Cinnamon - The Spice that Makes Blood Sugar Nice - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHSo what is the special lure of Cinnamon? For more than 5,000 years, Cinnamon has been the spice that has lured humans with its ability to stimulate the senses:. The name alone evokes thoughts of home, where the smell of savory stews and scrumptious deserts fills the air and calms the mind. ...
Views: 8460(5 votes) - ***Natural Steps To Put Out The Fire Of Acid Reflux And Heart Burn - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHNatural Steps to Put out the Fire of Acid Reflux and Heart Burn What causes Acid Reflux & Heart Burn? Acid reflux and heart burn symptoms trouble an alarming number of Americans today and are the most common symptoms of GERD (gastro esophageal reflux disease). It has been assumed ...
Views: 8445(9 votes) - Learning Your "Real" Metabolic Type - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Carole TaylorIt seems like every week, I get at least one email that starts this way: "Hi Carole, I took a metabolic typing test, and I'm a mixed type. Can you tell if how I should eat to control my weight?" Or sometimes, it starts with: "Carole, I'm trying metabolic typing, and it doesn't work. I'm a ...
Views: 8239(3 votes) - Post Cycle Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from i-Supplements comSo, you decided to take the plunge and did your first steroid cycle. The muscular gains you made were incredible, and your strength went through the roof. On the downside, all that fun is over and you’ve come to the end of your cycle. You don’t want to lose that impressive mass of new muscle, so ...
Views: 8199(2 votes) - ***Taking Care Of Your Blood Pressure Naturally with Blood Pressure Take Care - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHBlood Pressure Basics Recent studies show that about 40% of U.S. citizens have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. This increases the risk for stroke, heart attack, heart disease or failure, kidney failure and arterial aneurysms, including ...
Views: 8197(8 votes) - *** The Best Source of Omega 3 Supplementation for Optimal Health & Longevity - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHOmega-3 Fatty Acids Defined: Omega-3 fatty acids are a form of polyunsaturated fats, one of four basic types of fat the body derives from food or supplements and Omega-3's are increasingly recognized as important to human health. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids (or ...
Views: 8184(6 votes) - ***Colostrum - Immune Support That Starts At The Beginning Of Life - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHWhat is Colostrum? It’s the thick yellow fluid which is produced as a precursor to mother’s milk (cow, goat, human or other mammal). It is nature’s transfer of immune factors that occurs the first two days postpartum. Why is Goat Colostrum better? Mt Capra's CapraColostrum is unique ...
Views: 8032(7 votes) - ***Elderberry Extract Prevents H1N1 Influenza Infection According to New Research Study - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHThe most asked question I hear as Clinical Nutritionist & Herbalist right now is “How can I protect myself and my family from cold and flu viruses, including the Human Influenza A (H1N1) virus?” My answer is Elderberry (Sambucus nigra). Elderberry has long been praised for its strong antiviral ...
Views: 7978(11 votes) - How to Eat Everything You Like and Still Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from William AndersonMost people think that to lose weight you have to deny yourself your favorite foods and stick to a rigid diet. On the contrary, one of the keys to permanent weight loss is learning how to eat everything you like, even “splurging” on the weekend, without gaining weight. This is not only possible, ...
Views: 7959(4 votes) - Decode Your Urine: What its Color Means - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Mark RosenbergEvery now and then a patient will tell me that their urine looks “funny” sometimes. When I ask them what they mean by that, they invariably tell me that it seems to change colors. They’re concerned if these color changes are anything to worry about. Here’s what I tell them: What Color Is Your ...
Views: 7940(1 vote) - ***The Perfect Prenatal Supplementation For You And Your Baby - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHAfter that first single cell comes alive, every ounce of your baby’s growing body comes from you. The nutrients you eat during pregnancy are your baby’s fuel and those nutrients are your baby’s only building blocks for growth. It all comes from you, Mom. So eat wisely. Nourish Your Growing ...
Views: 7914(8 votes) - ***Why Raw Food MultiVitamins? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHThe power of raw food is truly found in its simplicity. When you eat food that is uncooked, untreated, and unadulterated, you are eating food in harmony with nature’s intention and your body’s design. Raw foods, as found in nature, provide the complete package of vitamins, minerals and ...
Views: 7841(5 votes) - Fluoride pros and cons surface as yet another community decides the fate of its drinking water - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Dianne MagnattaSixty years after Grand Rapids Michigan became the first city to fluoridate its drinking water supply, the arguments for and against fluoridation continue as each community in this nation has been forced to investigate the possible benefits and dangers of fluoridation. The arguments between ...
Views: 7836(1 vote) - Lotus Leaf Tea and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2015 from Steven DeeLotus Leaf Tea and Weight Loss Lotus leaf tea comes from a relative of the well-known lotus flower which has been being used for five centuries for everything from diarrhea and stomach upset to circulation problems and mushroom poisoning. It has also been studied more recently and found to be ...
Views: 7725(2 votes) - Chaga -- Healing Extract with Surprising Effects - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2010 from Dr. Erica GoodstonePeople are reporting some surprising healing effects from taking a few drops of a special extract, twice a day. How can such a small amount of effort lead to big changes in the body? The secret lies in the chemical components found in Chaga. What is Chaga? The chaga mushroom has been ...
Views: 7690(3 votes) - 4 Ways to Increase Your Natural Digestive Enzymes - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Xylene BelitaDigestive enzymes need to be in great quantities in order for the digestive system to work properly. Specifically, the enzymes work to facilitate the absorption and breakdown of fats, carbohydrates and proteins so the digestive system stays clean, boost immunity, and raise energy levels.The body ...
Views: 7564(1 vote) - *** For Optimal Health - Fill Your Belly with Foods that Provide Good Bacteria - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHFill your belly with foods that provide good bacteria, like Omega 3 fatty acids, enzymes and whole-food sources of nutrients. By now you know how important it is to consume a diet based on natural or whole foods for optimal gut health. But this way of eating is nothing new. In fact, did you ...
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