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HEALTH
NEWS
by Lynne Gully |
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May 2006 |
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WHY SUPPLEMENT? I’ve
been studying the subject of natural health for a few years. What I mean by
natural health is trying to prevent illnesses from occurring by keeping your
body and mind healthy through good nutrition and also repairing any damage
that has occurred, so that existing ailments diminish and might even
disappear. I’ve
learned over the past seven years or so that your health is your most
important asset and this becomes more apparent the older you get. Many people
suffer from illnesses that are brought on by eating too much of the wrong
types of food and not enough of the right food. We, as a nation, are eating
too much refined sugar and processed foods that contain a host of additives
to enhance shelf life and appearance. These foods, together with the over-use
of pesticides, are responsible for many diseases including cancer, heart
disease, allergies and arthritis. So many people are addicted
to sugar, caffeine, alcohol and nicotine – all of which are severely damaging
our health. Many
people feel as though they have no energy left for living. They
feel depleted, worn out, edgy, angry and sad. This is what it feels like to
be toxic. When you feel like that, it is so tempting to console yourself with
the wrong kind of food, which is full of fat or sugar. What goes in to your
body is supposed to come out, but it’s not always that simple. Many toxins
that enter the body don’t leave that quickly and some become lodged in your
cells leading to severe health problems. You can’t see these toxins but you
can feel them as moods of fatigue, anxiety, illness, anger, depression,
headaches, backaches, rashes and raw nerves. They could deprive you of sleep,
your stamina and overall your passion for living. So, do
you recognise any of these problems as part of your life? How can we make
things better? We pamper ourselves at beauty salons or buy new clothes trying
to feel better. These only work on the outside of your body whereas the real
issues are on the inside. The whole key to personal transformation starts on
a cellular level. We need to clean out our cells and start to feel really
good. It’s never too late and anytime is a good time to start. HELP
YOURSELF WITH SUPPLEMENTS I take vitamin and
mineral supplements on a daily basis. This is because so much research has
revealed that the mineral and vitamin content of our food is as much as 75%
less than it was 50 years ago. A huge percentage of the population are
deficient in minerals such as zinc and magnesium, to name just two. There have been numerous
studies that have shown the beneficial effects of taking antioxidants that
fight the free radical damage in the body. Some of the common antioxidants
are Vitamin C, E, beta-carotene, zinc, ginkgo biloba, grapine and milk
thistle. DAILY
BASIC SUPPLEMENT PROGRAMME ·
A multi vitamin and mineral such as Super
Supplemental (stock no 1817) or Mega Chel (stock no 1821). ·
An antioxidant formula such as the Antioxidant
Arsenal (stock no 4033) or Super Antioxidant (stock no 1825). |
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Contact Lynne at lynne.gully@optimumhealth.co.uk
or tel: 0030 28920 42356 |
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Intestinal Health If you have ever
completed a Nature’s Sunshine Lifestyle Analysis and your intestinal system
was low, then you should really think about strengthening that system. You
can now complete this Lifestyle Analysis questionnaire online via my website
at: www.optimumhealth.co.uk The intestinal system eliminates solid waste products from
the body and reabsorbs water. It is composed of the colon, (also known as the
large intestine) and the rectum. When the colon cannot function properly an accumulation of
toxins can build up in the lymph system, the bloodstream and the intestines.
This can lead to many health problems including colitis, constipation,
haemorrhoids, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease and irritable bowel syndrome. The Key System Product for the Intestinal System is Bowel
Build. It is designed as an intestinal cleansing and maintenance formula,
containing a variety of vitamins, minerals, enzymes and herbs, which promote
intestinal health and provide a source of dietary fibre. Bowel Build
helps loosen and cleanse old faecal matter on the intestinal walls and then
absorbs these toxins to be eliminated. Overall, Bowel Build enhances
digestion and absorption of nutrients and improves the transit time and
elimination of waste material. This in turn helps to reduce intestinal gas
and odour, and aids in the prevention of intestinal disease. It has also been
known to help tone prolapsus of the colon. Stock no 2857. Intestinal
Soothe & Build is another intestinal product good for treating
colitis, Crohn’s, Celiac Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Stock no 1105. LBS II – this product works as a
natural laxative and can help eliminate parasites from the body. It helps
cleanse and tone the colon. Stock no 990. Bifidophilus/Bifidophilus for Kids – the
intestinal tract needs good bacteria, called friendly flora, in order to
function properly. These micro-organisms protect the body against infectious
organisms and help the process of digestion. They are destroyed by
antibiotics and must be replaced. Also available in the form of chewable
tablets suitable for children. Stock nos 4100/3302. Nutri-Calm is a combination of herbs and
essential vitamins to nourish the nerves and help the body cope with stress.
It contains generous amounts of vitamin C, B-Complex, plus herbs such as hops
flowers, passion flower and valerian root to help reduce tension and stress,
often the causes of intestinal problems. Stock no 1617. One of the main causes of bowel cancer is the undigested
toxic material sitting in the intestines. Just think about it for a minute.
We need vitamins and minerals for all our bodily functions and processes and
these vitamins and minerals come mainly from fresh fruit and vegetables. So
we need to eat lots of fruit and vegetables on a daily basis. |
THE IMPORTANCE OF ZINC
Zinc is a very important micro-mineral and very serious
consequences arise if you are deficient in this mineral. There is a depletion of zinc in soils and crops and a high
proportion of the population are showing a deficiency. These are some of the
signs, symptoms and illnesses strongly associated with zinc deficiency.
ZINC SUPPLEMENTS
Zinc tablets 15mg – stock no 1601 Zinc Lozenges – stock no 1596 These lozenges are excellent to take at the first sign of
a sore throat. Each lozenge contains 5mg of zinc and 95mg of vitamin C along
with other nutrients to ease sore throats such as echinacea, licorice root,
eucalyptus oil and slippery elm. As each lozenge contains only 5mg of zinc it
is safe to take up to six lozenges daily to ease a sore throat. It is always advisable to take a zinc supplement but don’t
forget to take your multi vitamin and mineral along side. Super Supplemental Multi Vitamin and Mineral. A uniquely-designed nutritional formula, providing
23 important vitamins and minerals in a base of herbs, vegetable powders and
phytonutrients. This special blend helps increase absorption and assimilation
of the vitamins and minerals, provides additional antioxidant and nutritional
benefits, and is the key to setting Super Supplemental apart from the average
multi-vitamin supplement. Many users report experiencing a significant
increase in energy levels and endurance over other multi-vitamin supplements. Stock no 1817 Mega
Chel is a mega-nutrient supplement containing vitamins,
minerals, antioxidants and herbs designed to improve circulation, help clear
arteries, reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and provide essential
nutrients for joint and bone health. Take daily as your high potency
multivitamin and mineral supplement. – Stock no 1821. To order Nature’s Sunshine Products – call the Order Hot
Line on 08458 40 50 60 or the main
telephone line on 01952 671600. Detailed
fact sheets for all the products are available on request by email only. |
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