22Jan/101
Anti-Aging Naturals: VISION VITALITY! 60 Vegetarian capsules!
- FREE SHIPPING on orders of $75 or more!
- An exceptional vision support product!! Rich in Lutein (30mg), Bilberry Extract (360mg), and Zeaxanthin (3 mg).
- Lutein and Zeaxanthin are important carotenoids for protecting the macula of the eye.
- A full 360 mg of standardized, highest quality (25% anthocyanosides) bilberry extract - VmA25+® - from Optipure! A significant quantity that promotes antioxidant and other protection benefits to the eye. Also strengthens blood vessels.
- Vinpocetine enhances the flow of oxygenated blood to the eyes.
17Nov/090
Anti-Aging Naturals: VISION VITALITY
- FREE SHIPPING on orders of $75 or more!
- An exceptional vision support product!! Rich in Lutein (30mg), Bilberry Extract (360mg), and Zeaxanthin (3 mg).
- Lutein and Zeaxanthin are important carotenoids for protecting the macula of the eye.
- A full 360 mg of standardized, highest quality (25% anthocyanosides) bilberry extract - VmA25+® - from Optipure! A significant quantity that promotes antioxidant and other protection benefits to the eye. Also stregnthens blood vessels.
- Vinpocetine enhances the flow of oxygenated blood to the eyes.
13Oct/095
Omron HBF-400 Body Fat Monitor and Scale
- Provides accurate measurement of weight, body fat percentage, and body mass index (BMI)
- Supports up to four personal profiles, so each member of your family can track their own measurements
- BMI classified at three levels: underweight, normal, overweight, and obese
- Provides measurements for people of nearly all heights (3'4" to 6' 6-3/4") and nearly all ages (10 to 79 years)
- Measures 12.2 x 11.8 x 2.1 inches (L x W x H)
26Sep/090
Health Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is member of ginger family. It is most popular Indian cooking spice. Turmeric is known as one of the most powerful natural healers. It is East-Indian herb that is used in curry dishes. The turmeric extract contains the powerful active ingredient curcumin, which contains the therapeutic values. Curcumin is an anti- inflammatory that has many health benefits. Some of the most important health benefits of turmeric are:
Cancer guard- turmeric is known as the guard, which protects us from the cancer. Many studies conclude that turmeric is able to neutralize free radicals and chemicals that could damage the cells. It can also protect us from tumor growth and affects of cancer. It is also helpful in preventing breast cancer by spreading to the lungs in mice.
Alzheimer Disease- Turmeric may slower down or prevent the progression of Alzheimer disease by removing amyloidal plaque that buildup in the brain.
Cholesterol Level- Studies of China concludes that consumption of turmeric as food seasoning can help to lower down the cholesterol level of a person.
Immune System- Scientists have discovered that lipopolysacharide which is a unique substance in turmeric shown the ability to heighten the activity and effectiveness of the immune system.
Promote General Health- Turmeric extract contains powerful antioxidants, which can help boost the body's immune system and protect against illness and disease. It is helpful to support liver health.
Painkiller- Turmeric is known as natural painkiller and it is given to the patient because of its healing benefits.
Affects on Women Health- Turmeric is helpful in supporting specific women's health issues such as PMS, breast health, heart health, mood and hot flashes, etc. turmeric also helps in vitamins and co-factors, essential minerals, amino acids, standardized herbal extracts, digestive enzymes, specialty nutrients and immunity support ingredients.
High Blood Pressure- Turmeric is helpful in curing high blood pressure. It is also good for improving the blood flow and it strengthens the blood vessels as well.
11Sep/090
Health Benefits of Quinoa
The ancient seed of Quinoa is so versatile and such an important source of nutrients that it has been referred to as the "gold" of the Incas. It is known to increase stamina, a useful aid in days gone by when "warriors" needed every bit of advantage they could get when their "people" were under attack.
However, such is the structure of Quinoa, it has the benefit of being a natural and complete protein. This means that it has all the amino acids like acid lysine which is very important for the repair and growth of body tissue. As shown below, it is known to be beneficial to the body in a number of ways - nature's natural remedy.
Migraines and hypertension
Riboflavin and magnesium are the natural aids in Quinoa for bad headaches. They are known to help relax the blood vessels, which reduces constriction and so eases tension. Basically they help the body to function better which in turn eases the stress the body experiences when circumstances make it over work. While no one claims it makes headaches go away, it can help and is known to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks.
Childhood Asthma
Many allergies are connected with grass seeds but Quinoa is not a grass. It is a plant but is not known to produce serious allergic reactions in people. Asthma is the result of breathing difficulties that are made worse by tension. It is known to have triggers and often there is a family history of asthma. It is known to have got worse over the years and many experts point to our modern living conditions as making it more prevalent. While not all asthma attacks are caused by allergies which may or may not be avoidable, it is known that Quinoa helps to reduce body stress and helps to keep the airways open. It is recommended that children with asthma eat a whole food diet. Many of the nutrients that we need are in Quinoa such as Magnesium which naturally helps to reduce spasms in the bronchial tubes. We know that many asthma sufferers are short of vitamin b, minerals like magnesium, zinc and iron all of which can be found in Quinoa. Why not check out some of the recipes and see which ones are easiest to include in your child's diet.
Gallstones
This is another surprising area where Quinoa is known to be useful. It may not get rid of gallstones but it can help protect their development. Indeed this is another case where a wholesome diet rich in fiber can aid in the digestion of foodstuffs. As it is a soluble fiber it speeds through the intestines and reduces the need of increased bile production. Too much bile production helps to develop gallstones so this is another natural remedy for our bodies.
Type 2 Diabetes
Quinoa is rich in magnesium which is a mineral that is essential in the body's ability to deal with glucose and insulin. Yet again there is evidence that Quinoa, as part of a whole food diets aids in the digestion of foods. It is also known to increase Insulin sensitivity while reducing triglycerides (blood fats which need to be kept low in diabetics).
Heart Disease
Quinoa is known to prevent the clogging of arteries and veins which in turn helps to relieve stresses on the heart. The fat in Quinoa is good fat in that is low in cholesterol and can help reduce blood pressure thanks to the presence of potassium and magnesium. In other words it is a good source of protein without the drawbacks of too much saturated fat and cholesterol.
Pregnant Mums
Quinoa is known to be an endurance food which gives energy. It is also known to be a good source of Iron which pregnant mums are always advised to increase in their diet. It is good for tissue repair and development of teeth and bones. Along with the other benefits of Quinoa, it is a useful source of goodness that forming babies will demand in plenty as they grow. It is also good for Mums when they are feeding as it will improve the quality of milk for new-born infants.
Cataracts
Quinoa is thought to help prevent cataracts and may aid those with the condition. Studies have shown that people who absorb about 99 grams of protein were only half as likely to develop nuclear cataracts(light is difficult to pass through the centre of the eye) while those with the greater polyunsaturated fats about 17 grams a day were 30 percent likely not to develop problems with the outer lens(corticular cataracts).
Nowadays, we are looking more and more to natural foods. We all know the benefits of fibre in our diet but until more recently we have forgotten about Quinoa.
10Sep/090
Health Risks and Smoking
Almost everyone knows that smoking is bad for the health but what they probably do not know are the health risks associated with smoking. One common disease that can be acquired through smoking is lung cancer but smoking can also cause a myriad other diseases and illnesses. Smoking can also cause death in severe cases; deaths that occur due to smoking mostly come from complications from the heart and lungs.
You may wonder just exactly how smoking can damage your health. Take note of this fact; smoking contains around four thousand chemical compounds, some of which are not yet known, and you take these compounds into your bloodstream, your lungs, your heart, and your brain. It is really no wonder that there are many heath risks associated with smoking.
When you light up a cigarette, it burns at around sever hundred degrees centigrade at the tip and roughly sixty degree centigrade at the center. The heat from the cigarette will enable the tobacco to release harmful substances while you are smoking the cigarette. Some of the most harmful substances in cigarettes known today include tar which is a compound that causes cancer, nicotine which is a compound that causes addiction and heightens the cholesterol in the body, and carbon monoxide which is a substance known to decrease the oxygen found in the body.
Some factors that may increase the health risks associated with smoking include the number of cigarettes you regularly smoke, the kind of prepared tobacco in your cigarette, and the whether your cigarette is filtered or not. Likewise, it is also important to note how your life expectancy is affected by the amount of cigarettes you smoke. Recent studies have showed that because of the health risks associated with smoking, the life expectancy of smokers is reduced by around seven to eight years on the average.
Major diseases can be a result of too much smoking, for example, cardiovascular diseases is one of the common health risks associated with smoking today. Most of the symptoms include the hardening of your arteries and the blood clots are more likely to occur. There are also various kinds of cardiovascular diseases you can acquire. Most heart diseases that come from smoking will depend of the blood vessels involved.
You should be aware also that heart diseases do not develop overnight, rather, it is due to regular smoking and the succeeding increased health risks associated with smoking. One such disease is called the coronary thrombosis wherein the blood clots occur in the arteries; this can later lead to a heart attack if not immediately treated. Another disease is known as cerebral thrombosis, this type of disease involves the brain. Basically, cerebral thrombosis can lead to stroke or even paralysis because the blood supply to the brain is blocked. Meanwhile, another health risks associated with smoking is kidney failure because of the high blood pressure you sometimes experience. In some worse cases when the vascular supply in the body is blocked, amputation may be necessary. So know the health risks associated with smoking first before you inhale that next cigarette.
7Sep/090
Health Benefits Of Basil
Basil is a popular herb in Italian cooking, particularly in pesto. This fragrant and flavorful herb, a relative of peppermint, is an excellent, nutritious addition to your pasta sauce, soup, or salad.
An array of flavonoids exist in basil, which help to protect cells and chromosomes from damage. Studies have shown that two of these flavonoids in particular, orientin and vicenin, are useful in protecting cell structures and chromosomes from damage by radiation and oxygen.
Essential oil of basil has been shown to inhibit the growth of several types of bacteria, many of which have become resistant to antibiotics. This essential oil has been found to inhibit growth of the widespread staphylococcus, enterococcus, pseudomonas, and e. coli bacteria, among others. Adding basil to your vinaigrette will both enhance the flavor, and ensure that the fresh salad greens are safe to eat.
Eugenol, which is found in essential oil of basil, provides an anti-inflammatory effect, by blocking an enzyme called cyclooxygenase. Aspirin and Ibuprofen work by blocking this same enzyme. So, basil can have healing benefits, and provide relief from the symptoms of inflammatory problems, like rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel conditions.
Basil is also a good source of vitamin A, which helps to prevent damage to the cells by free radicals. Vitamin A also prevents free radicals from oxidizing cholesterol in the blood stream, preventing the cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels.
Magnesium is also present in basil. This essential mineral helps the heart and blood vessels to relax, improving blood flow. Other nutrients found in basil include iron, calcium, potassium, and vitamin C.
The fresh, spicy flavor and scent of basil will wake up any boring salad or soup. Use fresh basil whole, or shredded to add a burst of flavor to your dinner. If you are using fresh basil in a cooked dish, add it towards the end of cooking, so that the volatile oils will not be dissipated by the heat.
Insalata Caprese is a simple salad, utilizing tomatoes, fresh mozzerella cheese, basil, and olive oil.
1/2 pound, fresh mozzerella, sliced 1/4 inch thick.
2 large tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick.
4Sep/090
Skin Care: Effective Ingredients
Modern skin care products contain various ingredients that are effective for many purposes, including cleansing, healing, soothing and firming. The following is a list of ingredients to look for in these products:
ALLANTOIN is a chemical extracted from the comfrey root. It is an anti-irritant with healing and soothing properties that makes an excellent additive in face creams, masks and lotions.
ALMOND OIL is a vegetable oil extracted from almond seeds. It stays fresher longer than many other similar nut oils and for this reason it is used in many skin care products.
ALOE VERA is a natural moisturizer. It serves as a delivery system for other vitamins and nutrients in skin care products and can probably be considered an essential ingredient in almost all skin care products.
ALPHA LIPOIC ACID is an anti-oxidant with a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. The fat soluble portion of alpha lipoic acid is of tremendous benefit to the skin. Substances that are water soluble do not penetrate the skin very well, but fat soluble molecules do penetrate.
ASCORBIC ACID is a water soluble form of Vitamin C which promotes collagen production. Vitamin C also has anti-inflammatory properties and defends against free radicals in the skin created by sunlight, ozone and harsh chemicals.
CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) EXTRACT is from chamomile which is one of the few herbs that has any value for the skin. A mild mixture of chamomile leaves produces an oily substance that is soothing to the skin. Matricaria is a derivative of chamomile that some experts believe hastens skin healing.
DMAE is a nutritional substance that can be found in fish such as salmon. It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-aging topical agent that increases skin health, tone and radiance. A landmark study in which DMAE and alpha lipoic acid were combined in a topical solution showed marked resolution in scarring for patients with surgical scars when applied twice daily. It can also reduce the severity of atrophic (indented) acne scars. DMAE can also act as a penetration enhancer to increase the anti-inflammatory effects of alpha lipoic acid. Topical application of DMAE has a cumulative effect and can decrease the appearance of large pores over time.
EVENING PRIMROSE OIL is a source of GLA (Gamma Linoleic Acid), an Omega-6 essential fatty acid which is a potent anti-inflammatory agent.
GLYCERIN is a clear, syrupy liquid made by chemically combining water and fat. The water splits the fat into smaller components, glycerol and fatty acids. It improves the spreading quality of creams and lotions and prevents them from losing water through evaporation.
GRAPESEED EXTRACT is important to skin care because it protects collagen from damage by free radicals, dampens inflammation and helps maintain the health and integrity of blood vessels.
GREEN TEA EXTRACT helps protect the skin from damaging free radicals. It contains powerful anti-oxidants called polyphenols that are also excellent anti-inflammatories.
HYALURONIC ACID is a substance found in human cells that helps hold moisture in the skin, as much as 300 times its own weight in water. This is an extremely effective ingredient that can also be quite costly.
JOJOBA OIL is an expensive oil extracted from the jojoba seed that can provide a good film of moisture.
KERATIN is the protein that is the primary constituent of the hair, nails and skin.
OMEGA-3 & -6 OILS are essential fatty acids important to skin health. The Omega-3 essential fatty acids dramatically reduce the body's production of inflammatory compounds. The active ingredients in Omega-6 oils are derived from linoleic acid.
PANTHENOL is a powerful anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory.
SQUALENE is a substance derived from shark lipid that contains large quantities of Vitamins A and D and has very good emollient properties.
TRIETHANOLAMINE is an alkali that handles oil well by emulsifying it.
UBIQUINONE preserves the anti-oxidant action of Vitamin C and protects cell membranes against oxidative damage.
UREA is a natural substance that removes dead, dry skin cells. Urea both soothes dry skin and stimulates cell growth in the epidermis. It is a valuable additive in moisturizers. It is an aquaphilic compound that both attracts water and prevents its loss. It is the dry epidermis' best friend. Acne-prone people should also use products containing urea as it seals in moisture without clogging pores.
VITAMIN A is probably the most important vitamin involved in the appearance of the skin. It can pas through the skins' layers and may exert an effect on the rate of keratinization of the skin. It is also an excellent ingredient in acne preparations, dry skin care and soothing creams for burns and irritated skin. Retinyl palmitate is a form of Vitamin A that some studies indicate turns into Retin-A (the acidic form of Vitamin A) in the skin. Retin-A appears to be one of the only products that when applied to the surface of the skin reduces lines and wrinkles and restores pink color to aging skin.
VITAMIN D is absorbed through the skins' outer layers. There is some evidence demonstrating that it exerts a healing effect on the skin when applied topically. It seems to work particularly well when combined with Vitamin A.
VITAMIN E is a powerful anti-oxidant.
This list in fairly comprehensive but by no means exhaustive. It is important to note that many of the above ingredients work well together and can have a synergistic effect when combined.
26Aug/090
Skin Care Astringents
Astringents are commonly referred to as toners and are basically used to remove oils and tighten the skin. In internal medicine, astringents are used to shrink mucus membranes. Astringents also help heal stretch marks and other scars. An astringent helps to stop bleeding and reduce the body secretions as they cause blood vessels and tissues to contract. Shave lotions, cologne and cleansing creams are made from astringents only. Mild astringent solutions are used in the relief of such minor skin irritations as those resulting from superficial cuts, allergies, insect bites, or fungal infections such as athlete's foot. Applying excessive astringents, especially harsh ones such as alcohol, can be drying.
Astringent preparations include silver nitrate, zinc oxide, zinc sulfate, Burow's solution, tincture of benzoin, and vegetable substances such as tannic and gallic acids. Some metal salts and acids have also been used as astringents. Astringents may be indicated in a wide range of problems but especially in wound healing and conditions of the digestive system. Long-term use as medicine can be deleterious to health as there may be an eventual inhibition of proper food absorption across the gut wall. Some people argue that the astringents may have a positive impact, while others fear that astringents restrict the pores, leading to an increased likelihood of blockage and infection. The toner also prepares your skin by removing all traces of leftover makeup and opening the pores prior to applying moisturizer.
Astringents clean up skin by decreasing the amount of oil that causes pimples. Daily use of an astringent skin toner helps to make your skin more clean, clear and healthy. Astringents to relieve skin irritations such as those cause by fungal infection and insect bites. Calamine lotion is an example of a topical medical astringent designed to reduce irritation, as is witch hazel. An astringent can be used to calm and soothe irritated skin, promote healing and remove excess oils to prevent potential blackheads and blemishes, as well as to firm the skin to minimize the appearance of wrinkles, prevent sagging tissues and improve the appearance of the skin overall. Sometimes alcohol-based astringents are used to cleanse oily skin, but these can prove to be excessively drying.
Astringents Skin Care Tips
1. Astringents also help heal stretch marks.
2. Astringents clean up skin by decreasing the amount of oil that causes pimples.
3. Astringents to relieve skin irritations such as insect bites.
4. Astringents remove excess oils to prevent potential blackheads and blemishes.
5. Astringent skin toner helps to make your skin more clean and healthy.
6. Astringent helps to stop bleeding and reduce the body secretions.
21Aug/090
Skin-Fessions of a Beauty Editor
Having spent a big chunk of my working life as a beauty ed, charged with the excruciating task of testing and trialling countless beauty products, I consider myself a bit of a high priestess when it comes to all things beauty. Having lathered, applied and subjected myself to all forms of treatments, I've earned the title, I reckon. So listen up girlfriends - this is an insider's take on your skin salvation.
Failing to cleanse day and night.
Using a cleanser with sodium-lauryl sulphate (SLS) - a nasty chemical used as petrol degreaser and found in beauty products to make them foam. Really bad and harsh on skin + suggestions it can enter the bloodstream and make its way to vital organs - scary stuff; keep away!
-Failing to exfoliate skin at least once a week.
-Squeezing/picking pimples.
-Using products that contain harsh chemicals.
-Skipping on sun protection.
-Not using a moisturiser daily.
-Thou shalt cleanse skin twice a day - morning and night.
-Thou shalt exfoliate skin with a gentle exfoliant twice a week.
-Thou shalt moisturise skin daily.
-Thou shalt use gentle, natural products that do not overstimulate skin, leading to breakouts.
-Thou shalt wear a sunscreen when out in the sun.
-Thou shalt not pick zits.
-Thou shalt wear a bronzer instead of foundation - much lighter and less clogging to skin.
-Thou shalt not smoke - the nicotine in the tobacco smoke narrows the blood vessels taking
oxygen to the skin via the bloodstream. Skin with less oxygen takes on a greyish tinge, and fine lines and wrinkles appear because the skin is dry and less elastic. If you want gorgeous, glowing skin, dump the cigarettes.
-Thou shalt eat healthy foods - remember, what you put into your body is what you get out of it. Put in bad food and out comes bad stuff in the form of zits! Thou shalt follow these skin care basics and thou shalt be blessed with beautiful skin.
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