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4 April
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I really love this time of year when the garden is coming to life and
there is blossom on the trees. It makes me feel relieved that winter is over
and most people seem to be a lot happier when the sun is shining. Sadly, some
people suffer with the winter blues all year round and they seek refuge in
stimulants such as coffee, coke, alcohol, sugar, cigarettes and drugs (legal
and illegal). This is an indication that most people want to be happy but
have somehow lost the way. I must admit that I used to rely on stimulants
until about 4 years ago. My first step was to do a “Detox” diet for 4 weeks.
This resulted in a headache for the first 4 days due to the caffeine
withdrawals to which I had been badly addicted. I then experienced an
increase in energy and started to feel so much better. I’ve never looked back
since then and I have made changes to my diet and lifestyle over the past 4
years, which has resulted in a vast improvement to my health and also my
mood. I feel happy most of the time and I have so much energy. During this
period I was introduced to Nature’s Sunshine Products
and I was taught the importance of supplementing a good diet with high
quality vitamins and minerals. At the NSP free workshops and
talks I have also learned about herbs and how to use various herbs and herbal
combinations to build up and cleanse the different systems of the body and so
allow the body to begin the healing process. I became so interested in the
power of good nutrition that I started a course in Nutritional Therapy. I
have already helped many people by suggesting various nutrients or herbs and
I am so looking forward to the day when I will be a qualified nutritionist. There is a very special person who regularly gives free talks on behalf of Nature’s Sunshine Products. His name is Peter Klein and he is a qualified herbalist, naturopath, reflexologist, iridologist and kinesiologist. His knowledge of herbs is really quite vast, and at his talks he always emphasises the high quality of Nature’s Sunshine products. He assures their purity and potency, and warns us of how some manufacturers use herbs that have been dried over and over again, like tea, thus losing their strength. At his talk in January he managed to cover what I think are the five most vital systems – digestive, intestinal, glandular, nervous and circulatory- and ended with a very useful questions and answers session. We are very fortunate as Peter Klein is coming to Orpington again on Thursday 25 April and this time he is speaking for 2 hours. I don’t know what he will be talking about yet, but I am absolutely certain that it will be extremely interesting. I have heard him speak on numerous occasions and every time I am completely riveted. As an account holder I am also able to contact Peter twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 1.30pm for free advice on any health problem. Telephone Peter on 01694 781503 and quote your account number. Lynne Gully
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The Intestinal System 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 or lower bowel, 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 a myriad of intestinal concerns including colitis, constipation, haemorrhoids, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease and irritable bowel syndrome. Other intestinal system concerns include diarrhoea and dehydration. Did you know…?
If you look at your enclosed flowchart you will see that the nutritional support includes SynerProtein, a protein drink containing eight of the essential amino acids, and the SynerPro Multivitamins and Minerals. My sister, Judith, managed to get rid of her IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) by doing a detox, together with taking SynerProtein and multivitamins and minerals. She has continued to take these products on a daily basis and now includes more fruit, vegetables and porridge in her diet to increase the fibre intake. She also adds TNT (high fibre and nutritional orange flavoured drink) to her daily SynerProtein, which tastes so delicious! The Key System Product for the Intestinal System is Bowel Build. Peter Klein always talks about this product. It is designed as an intestinal cleansing and maintenance formula, containing a vast array of vitamins, minerals, enzymes and herbs, which promote intestinal health and provide a source a dietary fibre. Bowel Build helps loosen and cleanse old faecal matter on the intestinal walls and then absorbs these toxins to be eliminated. It also provides substances, which stimulate peristaltic action in the colon. All in all Bowel Build enhances digestion and absorption of nutrients and improves the transit time and elimination of waste material. This in turn helps 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. Bowel Build Stock No: 2857 Price: £12.40 |
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Lifestyle Suggestions |
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Avoid stress and saturated fats |
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Eat low to moderate amount of fat daily |
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Take up aerobic exercise, especially walking |
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Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, onions and garlic |
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Manage your weight – obesity is your enemy |
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Intestinal System ProductsAs with all Nature’s
Sunshine products, detailed fact sheets are available on request if you would
like to know exactly what the product contains and what it can do. Where the colon may be irritated or inflamed, with the general
indications being loose or watery stools, or intestinal inflammation, this
could be a case of diarrhoea. Charcoal used to be contained in gas masks
issued during the war to absorb the toxic gases. In the same way Activated Charcoal is highly absorbent
and can help in cases of poisoning or severe diarrhoea as it absorbs
irritants and toxins in the digestive tract. It may also help lower
cholesterol levels and is ideal for getting rid of flatulence. Stock No: 366 Price: £7.95 Intestinal
Soothe & Build is a unique herbal blend that provides your intestinal tract with
the reinforcements it needs to counter bacteria, and with special ingredients
to soothe and support these vital organs. Good for colitis, Crohn’s, Celiac
Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Stock No: 1105 Price:
£6.95 UC-C combines a generous
mixture of Chinese herbs that ‘warm the centre’, meaning they increase the
energy of the stomach and aid the digestive process. This formula is a tonic
for those with chronically weak digestion that leaves them thin and pale. Stock No: 1880 Price: £12.25 LBS II – this combination works as a laxative and can help eliminate parasites from the body. It helps cleanse and tone the colon. LBS stands for lower bowel stimulant. Stock No: 990 Price: £8.10 Psyllium Hulls Combination combines slippery elm, plantain, marshmallow, chamomile, rose hips and bugleweed to soothe and tone the digestive tract. It helps to reduce irritation and to relieve inflammation in the stomach, small intestine and colon. Stock No: 1105 Price: £6.95 LoClo stands for ‘lower cholesterol’. We should all be eating at least 30 grams preferably 50 grams of fibre daily. This is the equivalent of 18 Shredded Wheat, 15 Weetabix or 11/2 loaves of wholemeal bread! Suffice it to say I think most British people eat far less fibre than this. LoClo contains fibre from five different sources. Fibre adds bulk to the stool and promotes bowel movement and removal of toxins and excess cholesterol from the body. Drink plenty of water with this. Stock No: 1346 Price: £11.95 Magnesium – more than 300 enzymes require the presence of this mineral. 70% of the body’s magnesium is found in the bones, while the rest is found mainly in the soft tissues and blood. It is necessary for the metabolism of vitamin C, phosphorous, potassium and sodium, and governs how calcium is used in the body. Stock No: 4044 Price: £15.95 |
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 Price: £ 15.00 Chinese Para-Cleanse is a convenient, pre-packaged herbal program that promotes the elimination of parasites and yeast from the digestive and intestinal tracts. Each packet contains two capsules of Herbal Pumpkin, two of Caprylic Acid Combination and two of Elecampane Combination. Drink plenty of water with this effective cleanse. Stock No: 4020 Price: £12.50 Bifidophilus/Bifidophilus 4 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 No: 4100 Price: £17.95 Black Walnut Extract – traditionally used as a nutritional aid for the intestinal system, black walnut provides you with the same laxative action as cascara sagrada, but it works more subtly. It also helps to protect your body from parasites. This product is also suitable for children – just add a few drops to their juice and they’ll never know! Stock No: 1755 Price: £6.50 * *
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* * * TESTIMONIAL I would like to tell you how Nature’s Sunshine products enhanced my life. I had suffered chronic constipation for years, resulting in a pending operation for haemorrhoids. It was suggested that I try Cascara Sagrada. Since taking this product I was able to cancel my operation and no longer experience the extreme discomfort that constipation brings. Thank you! Phillipa Boyd, Peterborough * * *
* * * FORTHCOMING
EVENT Thursday 25 April 2002 7pm to 9pm HERBS FOR HEALTH talk by Peter Klein at Chelsfield Golf Club in Orpington. I have enclosed an invitation together with a map of how to find the Golf Club. If you’re not sure, then give me a ring on 01689 856581 and I’ll help you with directions. Put this one in your diary, as I don’t think Peter will be coming to Orpington again until September. You can also invite friends along or any therapists who might be interested in herbs and general nutrition, as Nature’s Sunshine will certainly enhance their practice. I look forward to seeing you there. |
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