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Digestive Rescue for the Holidays

November 21, 2011 By Lilian Dirito Leave a Comment

holiday digestive issues

Thanksgiving is here and so are the wonderful meals around this holiday. Digestive problems for everyone are more common during these holidays. Problems such as gas, bloating, headache, nausea, intestinal cramps and diarrhea can accompany such occasions. There are a few things you can do to help digest this amazing treats. According to Steve Horne, there is one particular element missing in our diets is contributing to this problems, enzymes.

Horne explains that Enzymes are a very important part of digestion. Enzymes are proteins which act as a catalyst in chemical reactions. Because of the low temperatures in the body, we would starve to death waiting for our food to digest if we didn’t have enzymes to speed up the chemical reactions which cause digestion. Raw, whole foods come with the food enzymes specifically made for their own digestion. Enzymes in raw foods are released when we are chewing. In the mouth these enzymes start to breakdown protein, carbohydrates and fats. Then they travel to the upper part of the stomach and cardia. Here the enzymes continue to digest the raw food for 30 to 60 minutes. Then the food travels to the lower stomach where the food enzymes are inhibited and the body supplies digestive enzymes such as those made by the stomach, pancreas and small intestines to continue breaking down the food. Some of the enzymes from the food are later activated in the intestines.

Food Enzymes, Proactazyme, Hi Lipase, Protease Plus and Papaya Mint are great choices to support the digestion. The more you eat the more enzymes you need. As explained above, the body produces its own enzymes, however as we grow older this production diminishes and we need to supply them to the body through our food and supplementation . Enzymes are vital for digestion, and yet they are missing in our diets today. Enzymes are easily destroyed by the way we prepare our foods. Enzymes only survive at temperatures below 118F. Baking are barbecuing usually occurs at temperatures of 350F or higher. Canned foods must be heated to high temperatures to sanitize and preserve the food. Processed and refined food are usually subject to too much air, heat or light which kills the enzymes present. According to Steve Horne people who have diets low in enzymes also have low levels of energy. Studies show that the more enzymes that are available in the body the more energy the person will have. Enzymes help store sugar in the muscles providing energy and the quick reactions needed to contract muscles. Enzymes also provide the energy necessary to help send nerve signals. Half of the energy generated by the body is used to digest food. With enzymes present in the diet, less energy is needed to digest food and more is available for other needs.

Food Enzymes help to digest protein, carbohydrates and fat. Papaya Mint comes in a chewable form, they are refreshing dinner mints and digestive helpers, easy to take on the go as well. Papaya mint can be used before, during or after meals.

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Filed Under: Natural healing, Seasonal Illness Tagged With: Bloating, Diarrhea, digestive, Gas, Headache, Intestinal, Nausea

Good “Thyme” for this time of the year

October 25, 2011 By Lilian Dirito 1 Comment

thyme herb

A delicate looking herb with a penetrating fragrance, thyme is a wonderful addition to bean, egg and vegetable dishes. Both fresh and dry, thyme is a useful great herb.

Thyme has a long history of use in natural medicine in connection with chest and respiratory problems including coughs, bronchitis, and chest congestion. Only recently, however, have researchers pinpointed some of the components in thyme that bring about its healing effects. The volatile oil components of thyme are now known to include carvacolo, borneol, geraniol, but most importantly, thymol.

The information below was obtained from Herb Allure to give you a wider spectrum of the properties of Thyme and Fenugreek.

Thyme’s volatile oil has also been shown to promote expectoration of phlegm and destroy worms, while the constituent thymol, has been shown to exhibit potent anti-fungal activity. Thyme has an antiseptic effect that enables to help with respiratory infection and minor throat infection. The combination of flavonoids and volatile oil in thyme provide antispasmodic qualities which are particularly beneficial for helping chronic coughs such as whooping cough. Furthermore studies have confirmed the herbs bronchodilator (dilates the bronchioles) effects. Thyme is commonly suggested for allergies. Asthma, bronchitis, excess mucous, colds, fever, hay fever, headache, laryngitis, pleurisy, sinus congestion and sore throat. Thyme also stimulates the production of digestive fluids, relives abdominal pain, and acts as a mild sedative. Thyme contains B-complex vitamins, vitamins C and D, as well as a rich source of chromium, iron and silicon. Thyme also contains fairly high amounts of cobalt, magnesium, manganese and selenium.

My favorite herbal combination that contains thyme is Fenugreek and Thyme. Fenugreek and Thyme is an herbal decongestant and expectorant formula which helps relieve respiratory congestion, inflammation and infection. Fenugreek and Thyme helps thin mucosal fluids and stimulates expectoration.

According to Herb Allure source of information, Fenugreek acts as an expectorant and antispasmodic to loosen phlegm and help stop chronic coughs. Research has also shown that fenugreek induces perspiration to help lower fever, a quality that has been compared by some authorities with that of quinine. Fenugreek also stimulates the production of digestive fluids to enhance digestion and assimilation of nutrients. Fenugreek is even recommended for convalescence and in cases of anorexia to promote weight gain.

Fenugreek provides anti-inflammatory properties, which help sooth inflamed tissues, as confirmed by Belgian researchers. In fact, these soothing properties have been found to help stomach problems such as dyspepsia, gastric ulcers and gastritis. French scientists have shown fenugreek stimulates general pancreatic secretion; of use for improving sever diabetes. A study in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed fenugreek lowered blood glucose and serum lipids levels in type I diabetes. Fenugreek’s rich supply of steroidal saponins, including diosgenin, has also been implicated as responsible for lowering cholesterol. Fenugreek is high in iron and selenium and is a rich source of viscous fiber. Fenugreek contains generous amounts of choline and vitamin A, as well as biotin, inositol, lecithin, PABA, and vitamin B1, C and D. Fenugreek also supplies a sizeable amount of the aminoacids arginine, histidine, leucine and lysine. Fenugreek has been shown to increase breast- milk production due to the lactation activity of fatty acids present.

Fenugreek and Thyme gives you a powerful support for this fall and winter.

Building Your Own Immune SHIELD

September 27, 2011 By Lilian Dirito Leave a Comment

I believe the best way to harness the power of our immune system is by providing nutrients and supplements that make it strong and prepared for this changing season. In the past two years, I have attended a several seminars with Dr. Gordon Pedersen, P h. D. in Toxicology and master’s degree in Cardiac Rehabilitation and Wellness. His investigation and scientific research on Silver Shield is at the top and most updated.

Liquid Silver Shield with sol technology is the best choice for viral and bacterial infections as well as for any epidemic outbreaks. The gel is also necessary because as Dr. Pederson explains, most the diseases are transferred by hand contact. Silver Shield Gel used on hands will help prevent as much as 70 percent of all contagious diseases.

What is Silver Shield? Silver Shield consists of millions of microscopic silver particles electrically charged and suspended in water. It is used as a natural disinfectant and antiseptic and is known to kill a wide variety of harmful microorganisms. This suspended solution of silver with Aqua Sol technology is truly a shield for everyone. It is a powerful immune protector for children as well. Dr. Gordon explains that this patented silver sol technology features an engineered nano particle of specific size and resonance that penetrates and neutralizes pathogens (virus, bacteria, fungus, yeast, etc) continuously.

This patented form of silver supplement Dr. Gordon says is safe enough to consume in a daily regimen while powerful enough to destroy the causes of many serious diseases like strep throat, staph, pneumonia, salmonella, dysentery, and yeast. The Shielding effect of silver is like your first line of defense, protecting the most vulnerable parts of the outside and inside of the body from contagious disease.

Dr. Pedersen’s research affirms that Silver Shield kills 99.9% of most bacteria, yeasts and molds within 10 minutes. Continues to kill pathogens with catalytic, not chemical action. Can be used internally as well as topically. It has multiple mechanisms of action to ensure its efficacy. It is non-toxic and safe at recommended levels. “To date, there are no potentially pathogenic bacteria tested that… {this} product has not killed”- Dr. R. Leavitt, Professor of Molecular Biology and Microbiology, Brigham Young University.

Claims Found in the United States Patent # 7135195: Silver Sol has hundreds of approved claims in the patent. Some of the most significant pathogens killed include: MRSA, SARS, malaria, anthrax, gram negative bacteria, gram positive bacteria, nosocomial infections, viruses including hepatitis B, HIV, influenza, and over 143 individual uses covering bacteria, viruses and fungus. Silver Sol can be used as an internal and external disinfectant because it passes through the body unchanged, so it produces no dangerous metabolites and is cleared 99% by the next day. Uses: Viral infections, fevers, bacterial infections, hand disinfectant, sinus congestion, hay fever, ear infections, rashes, asthma, pneumonia and many other ailments (“ A Fighting Chance” Dr. Gordon Pedersen).

Other Herbs to the Rescue

Elderberry Immune Chewable for Children: Contains the protector shield blend, a whole food blend of 17 fruits and vegetables, which provide powerful phytochemical nutrients and antioxidants-potent plant compounds noted for their health protective benefits. This blend provides choline, inositol and 10 aminoacids—essential nutrients for healthy brain development and cell communication for growing children.

Immune System Pack [System]. This body system pack provides year-round immune system support, creates an environment inhospitable to foreign invaders and stimulates the body’s natural defenses. Contents include:
VS-C® TCM: This Chinese herbal combination creates a favorable environment for microbial balance and supports general detoxification and respiratory functions.
Elderberry D3fense: Combines the benefits of Elderberry Fruit and Vitamin D3 with other herbs to give a year round immune support.
Immune Stimulator: Promotes immune response by stimulating macrophage, T-cell, B-cell and cytokine activity.

Solstic Immune: My favorite! It gives an immune boost in a convenient drink stick packet. A daily drinkable immune support. It is dissolved in water, tastes good, easy to drink, great for traveling. Besides Elderberry fruit, Echinacea Purpurea and Vitamin D3, Solstic Immune contains natural ingredients like Panax Ginseng, Vitamin C, blueberry, cranberry, raspberry , blackberry fruits, chock full of antioxidants and immune protectors against foreign invaders.

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Filed Under: Natural healing, Seasonal Illness Tagged With: Asthma, Congestion, Ear infections, Fever, Hay fever, Immune dysfunction, Infection, Influenza, Pneumonia, Rashes, Sinus, Viral

Best Defense for those Winter Bugs

January 20, 2011 By Lilian Dirito Leave a Comment

Winter Flu and Cold Season
Virus and bacteria make themselves present during this season more than any other. You can keep your immune system and your family’s strong by supplying the body with a powerful and safe defense through the entire season.

There are some great herbal combinations that we will review this week. The first one is Immune Solstic, which provides immune system boost in a convenient drink stick packet. Its key ingredients are elderberry fruit extract, Echinacea purpurea and vitamin D3, all of which have been shown to support the immune system. Solstic Immune also contains arabinogalactan and beta glucans, which according to researchers they stimulate and protect the cells from the invaders; Panax ginseng, another promoter of cell protection; vitamin C, long known for its role in maintaining a healthy immune system; zinc, blueberry, raspberry and cranberry fruits, full of antioxidants.

There is another wonderful combination in the form of lozenges that is a favorite for its quick fast melt effect. It is a formula that provides homeopathic support to the immune system and may help reduce the duration, severity and minor discomfort of colds and flu. It contains zinc, which helps boost the immune system and coats the mouth and throat, preventing some germs from taking up some residence there. It also contains ascorbic acid, natural orange flavor and Stevia.

Sometimes viruses can also congest the upper respiratory system and the ears. The lymphatic system can get congested as well. According to the Herballure, Inc. data and research, the lymphatic system is responsible for maintaining the fluids flowing cleanly through the tissues and preventing these fluids from stagnating. Lymph fluid circulates through the body collecting cellular waste generated as a by-product of metabolism, along with toxins and debris from infections. The formula Lymphatic drainage is a liquid formula that helps with the flow of the lymph fluid, the retention of fluids and congestion. It is soothing to the ears and ear infections as well.

The other two things for your immune defense: Silver Shield and Elderberry D3fense. Silver Shield, one of my favorite remedies, is a silver sol technology solution that has amazing antiviral and antibacterial properties. Silver Shield has a wide spectrum of action. A study out of Brigham Young University (BYU) testing the effectiveness of silver preparations on a wide range of microbes found that silver was a broad spectrum antimicrobial able to kill a large variety of pathogens. In fact, according to Dr. Gordon Pedersen, none of the pathogens tested survived silver exposure. In another note from Dr. Pedersen, he explains that Silver Sol resonates at a frequency that can actually suppress and contain viral infections by interfering with the duplication and replication of viral infections.

Elderberry has a large history of scientific research. During the 1980’s Dr. Madeleine Mumcuoglu and Dr. Jean Linderman isolated two active constituents from elderberry. Both of these constituents proved effective in fighting strains of influenza by rendering the viruses unable to replicate. After conducting a double blind, clinical trial in which patients infected with the influenza virus were given either an extract of elderberry or a placebo, 75 percent of the patients who received the elderberry extract were much improved within 48 hours. After 72 hours, 90 percent were completely well. Elderberry D3fense is an improved formula that includes vitamin D to provide an even stronger defense for the body. It contains elderberry fruit, royal jelly and Echinacea. Royal jelly is a super food fed by nurse bees to produce a queen. It is rich in B-complex vitamins and contains 18 amino acids and several minerals.

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Filed Under: Seasonal Illness Tagged With: Colds, Cough, Flu, Influenza, Sinus

Chinese Mineral Chi (Tonic)

September 19, 2010 By Julie Sergel Leave a Comment

A major theme for the time of the year we find ourselves in—transition—is preparation and fortification, as well as celebration of all that’s available. Amidst it all, we can still get run down. Minerals can get depleted quite easily, especially during changing or stressful times. Sugar, caffeine, and overwork all contribute. This autumn season has loads of activity—physical, mental, and emotional—so the best toast to lend itself to your behalf would begin with a shot glass of Chinese Mineral Chi Tonic.

Chinese Mineral Chi (Tonic) helps to keep all 12 of the body’s energy meridians into balance.

Traditional Chinese medicine teaches us of the various meridians, or energy pathways, that circuit through our body to keep all organs and systems working optimally. Various lifestyle activities can alter the workings of these vital trails. Tension can keep energy stuck in some places while lack of movement or sedentary poses can keep other areas stagnant, with no Qi, or life force. For your benefit it is always best to keep those highways balanced and working the entire span of stretch throughout your body. Chinese Mineral Tonic specifically nourishes these meridians and in turn, helps to balance and nurture the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of the human condition.

The Chinese believe that the human body is an electrical energy system comprised of 12 two-sided meridians with over 800 acupuncture points. The theory is that by putting these meridians into balance, the body is then positioned to heal itself. The tonic is comprised of over 64 liquid trace minerals (which get absorbed quickly and efficiently) along with potent Chinese adaptogenic herbs to help balance each of the Chinese acupuncture meridians–and keep Qi (life force energy) infiltrating every aspect of our interior. This is very important and might help if you think about it this way: Imagine the highways that take us to certain places. If segments were blocked for some reason, we’d have no access to the locations within those regions. If your job, your bank, grocery store, school, gas station, etc. just happened to be inaccessible, you’d be in trouble. And so it is with the meridians that run throughout our bodies. They are connected to organs and tissues and influence all sorts of bodily functions, not to mention mental and emotional capabilities. Chinese Mineral Chi Tonic helps to keep all 12 meridians open.

Here are some of the virile ingredients:

Gynostemma herb—some say it is more potent than ginseng. It contains about 80 saponins that feed the glands—including the adrenals.
Lycii and Schizandra Berries—supports physical, mental, emotional, and sexual energy.
Astragalus—lessens stress, builds immunity, and energizes.
Siberian Root—adrenal tonic, helps with energy and supports the body during times of stress.
Licorice Root—adrenal and pituitary tonic.
Reishi Mushroom—calms and supports body during stressful periods; builds immunity.
Ginger Rhizome—digestive tonic, aids assimilation.
Ginkgo Biloba—enhances mental energy, alertness, clarity and focus.

Another key benefit is the 180 mg of potassium you’re getting in each serving. Potassium aids the adrenal glands. The adrenals sit atop the kidneys and take a beating during prolonged stressful periods.

Filed Under: Seasonal Illness