Archive for August, 2010
Let’s face it! One of the most popular herbs on the market for years is aloe vera. Did you know there are about four hundred aloe species and it’s been used for literally thousands of years? Why is it so popular? Well, my theory is that it’s because aloe vera, which means “true aloe”, is so versatile in it’s usage. It does wonders for healing skin ailments like burns or cuts, and can be taken as a drink as well!
When consumed internally, aloe vera juice is considered a potent, rejuvinating tonic for the digestive system. Aloe vera contains an enormous amount of nutrients that are so rich, our bodies can only benefit! So when you consider that aloe vera can benefit us both inside and out, it’s easy to see just why it’s become so popular!
In the old Chinese herbal traditional medicine, the schizandra berry was used as a tonic for the liver, and therefore believed to have regenerative and immune system supporting properties. Using schizandra was thought to be building “wei-chi”, a defense for resisting infection.
A practice of chewing schizandra berries for one hundred days is believed by Chinese herbalists to enhance concentration and physical coordination. These berries enhance the body’s usage of oxygen and in turn aid endurance during stressful times such as study and work.
Schizandra Plus from Herbalife makes modern use of these healing berries in a proprietary blend with selenium and vitamins to fight free radicals and support immunity with cellular nutrition. Are you staying immune?
A relatively new source of omega 3 fatty acids comes from the antarctic krill. There are claims that krill oil is a superior, more concentrated source of omega 3, contains the powerful antioxidant, astaxanthin, plus it is not as susceptible to contamination as fish.
Omega 3 fatty acids are a polyunsaturated fat considered essential for healthy bodies. But the human body cannot produce omega 3 on its own and therefore these good fatty acids must become part of the diet to maintain the body’s healthy metabolism. Marine food is becoming more and more popular as the source for omega 3 benefits such as improvement in cardiovascular function, regulation of blood flow and blood pressure, aid with menstrual difficulties, reduction of cholesterol levels, liver and kidney support and improved brain development. With krill being considered as a superior source for these beneficial fatty acids, it’s easy to see why people are being drawn to the thrill of krill!
As early as the 30′s, omega 3 fatty acids have had the scientific proof of being important for normal growth and health. Since the newer, more purified omega 3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, arrived on the nutritional scene, awareness of omega 3 benefits has dramatically increased.
Benefits of DHA and EPA omega 3 are now the most popular. They we discovered from studies of an Inuit tribe in Greenland in the 70′s. This tribe consumed large amonts of fatty acids contained in seafood and showed almost no evidence of cardiovascular diseases. Omega 3 benefits for the tribe were reduced heart rate, blood pressure, triglycerides and atherosclerosis. It’s highly recommended that as a cardiovascular dietary supplement, you try the fish oil!
For improved circulatory, immune and nervous system functions, Herbalife Niteworks, developed by Nobel Laureate Dr. Lou Ignarro, provides a source of L-arginine and L-citrulline. These amino acids trigger the body to produce and recycle nitric oxide, which in turn aids in the prevention of heart and circulatory diseases.
The primary functions of herbalife niteworks are to maintain flexible, youthfully toned blood vessels, support healthy blood pressure and enhance the amount of blood flow to the heart. Cumulatively, these attributes support general energy, circulatory and vascular health. Throw in lemon balm to soothe and relax the body, add some antioxidant protection and you’ve got the makings of real cardio support!
Varicose veins are twisted, bulging veins, typically found in the legs and feet, and are the result of excess pressure on the veins from prolonged periods of standing. They are typically dark blue to purplish in color, and may itch or throb. Occasionally, varicose veins can signal a more serious medical condition such as blood clots, ulcers or phlebitis; therefore, a doctor should examine the sudden appearance of varicose veins immediately.
For many people, removal of varicose veins is a cosmetic decision; the appearance of the veins is unappealing when wearing shorts or skirts. For others, medical conditions may necessitate their removal but in either case, follow these guidelines to delay the appearance of any new varicose veins. Refrain from standing or elevating the feet for prolonged periods of time, wearing support stockings and adopt a daily exercise routine to maintain healthy circulation. Also keep a look out for natural circulation booster supplements.
Be sure to keep you’re heart happy no matter what age! It’s important to keep physically active, at least to some degree, during all phases of life. Keeping the blood pumping is important for cardiovascular health. This enhances the probability of maintaining a healthy heart. And a healthy heart is a happy heart!
On the market today, one can find numerous product lines that claim to boost circulation and maintain blood pressure. Among them, Niteworks Powder Mix, developed by Dr. Lou Ignarro of Herbalife, is a delicious lemon flavored drink mix designed to increase the nitric oxide production in the body. Taken properly, Niteworks will enhance NO levels at night when they are at their lowest. This will help keep blood vessels toned, flexible and youthful, as well as increase the blood flow to your healthy, happy heart!
No matter which way you cut it, growing older is inevitable. But you don’t have to support that fact by feeling old too! While it’s important to get all the nutrition you need to stay healthy, it’s just as important to stay active to keep yourself strong! This will require some physical activity to work your muscles, and of course, your joints.
If your approaching the later years and you’re keeping up a good health nutrition diet while staying physically active, it’s a good idea to find a dietary supplement that has glucosamine. Joint Support Advanced from herbalife contains glucosamine for healthy joint function and comfort blended with herbal scutellaria’s healthy antioxidant aging benefits. With selenium, manganese and copper mixed in, this is easily the best joint support supplement for those willing to stare the years in the face, stay active and fight back!
So many women still typically suffer from symptoms of PMS these days that it’s not funny! All reports indicate that when this happens, the pain is simply debilitating. What’s to be done?
The women in my workout group, my daughter included, swear by the powerful muscle relaxers found in Dong Quai, a Chinese herb. while I’m certain there are numerous products on the market that make use of Dong Quai, the one I’m familiar with is Tang Kuei from herbalife. It not only provides the muscle relaxant properties of Dong Quai, but also contains passion flower to reduce stress and promote restful sleep. I do know first hand that Tang Kuei is powerful enough to relieve any pain for men too. So the next time your in real need, see if you can enlist the powers of this great Chinese herb to help stop the pain!
Guarana actually carries a famous myth with it in Brazilian culture. The story is attributed to the Satere-Maue tribe. A beloved village child is killed by a god. And in order to console the villagers, another, more benevolent god plucked out the left eye of the child and planted it in the forest, resulting in the wild variety of guarana. The god then plucked the right eye from the child and planted it in the village. This grew into domesticated guarana. The Guaranis made a tea with a powder pounded from the guarana seeds. They also used the powder to make a dough for a cylinder shaped bread.
Today, due to its content of natural caffeine, guarana is used as a dietary supplement for a sustained natural energy boost. It often comes in the form of tea or guarana energy pills. Herbalife N-R-G uses guarana seeds to increase mental alertness organically and help maintain energy naturally. Need a little “pick-me-up”?