HERB SPECIALIST

B  U  L  L  E  T  I  N

Issue 5                                                                                                           June 2002

What on earth is happening to our British summer? I was recently in Portugal for a long weekend on a Nature’s Sunshine convention sitting by the pool in glorious sunshine. Since I’ve come back, the weather here has been awful and it’s back to wearing jackets and putting the heating on! And it’s Wimbledon fortnight soon so we definitely won’t be having dry weather. Perhaps the best we can hope for is an Indian summer.

I’m feeling very fortunate because I’m going to the yoga centre in Southern Crete next week. I’ll be spending two weeks doing Astanga Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates, Thai Massage and Art classes. I’m just so excited thinking about going there again and meeting lots of like-minded people. I’ll let you all know how I got on with the Thai Massage and Art Classes in my next Newsletter.

Many of you would have received a letter from Nature’s Sunshine about the possible future of nutritional supplements. All the major health associations are strongly urging that consumers of supplements take immediate action to stop the government adopting the new European Directive that will restrict the use of supplements. The vitamin and mineral supplements you take may be under threat from this directive. Under tremendous pressure from the powerful pharmaceutical companies, the European Commission is aiming to deprive us of our freedom to access these supplements. The directive has no power in the UK until it is translated into our own national law – a process that is likely to take 2 or 3 years once accepted. This provides us with an immediate opportunity to show how strongly we feel about our rights and to make our voices heard. In the USA the sheer strength of public opinion stopped a similar attempt by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to make vitamin supplements subject to the same laws as drugs. Writing to your MP is a very effective way of influencing Government Policy. If you haven’t received a copy of the letter from Nature’s Sunshine, just give them a call on 01952 671600 and ask them to send you the letter which you can send to your MP and MEP. EVERY VOICE COUNTS!

Lynne Gully

P.S. Stock up now before the NSP price increase on 1 July.

The Structural System

The structural system consists of the skeleton (bones), skin, muscles, membranes and connective tissues. The bones provide a strong, yet mobile, framework on which the muscles can act. The skeleton also supports and protects body organs, notably the brain and spinal cord which are encased in the skull and spine, and the heart and lungs, which are protected by the ribs.

Structural-system problems and disorders can include infections and inflammations (arthritis, gangrene, tetanus, warts, dermatitis, cold sores, ringworm, psoriasis, acne, ulcers), muscular dystrophy, tumours and fibroids, cramps, fibromyalgia syndrome and auto-immune disorders (lupus, arthritis).

Did you know…?

·         Back problems are the most common physical complaint among adults.

·         It is estimated that between 30-50 million Americans have arthritis, and most adults over fifty show some signs of it.

• The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for calcium has recently been increased. New daily levels are now 1300mg for children 9-18 years, 1000mg for adults aged between 19-50, and 1200mg for those over 50.

Structural System Products

Here is a summary of the products you will find on your flowchart starting with the Key System Product, which is the main product for supporting and strengthening the structural system. Don’t forget the nutritional support products, which will fill any gaps you may have in your diet - SynerProtein, or energy drink, is a complete protein drink which is yeast-free, dairy-free, wheat-free, gluten-free and GM-free. Add some TNT with it to make a delicious drink while having your daily requirement of vitamins, minerals and fibre. The Synerpro Multivitamins and Minerals will replace those important vitamins and minerals lacking in our food today.

SKL Formula – this formula provides minerals and nutrients the body needs for strong, healthy bones and connective tissues. It contains vitamins A, C, D, B6 and B12, plus calcium, iron, phosphorous, zinc, magnesium, copper, manganese, potassium and boron. All of these are contained in a base of fruits and herbs to ensure maximum absorption of these important minerals and nutrients.                         Stock No: 1806          Price: £10.25

Lifestyle Suggestions

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Eat regular balanced meals

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Eat adequate sources of calcium

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Do weight-bearing exercises, including walking

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Chew fibrous fruits and vegetables for strong teeth

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Attend to oral hygiene

Lynne Gully at 21 Willersley Ave, BR6 9RT   Call: 01689 856581.   E-mail: lynne.gully@optimumhealth.co.uk

Structural System Products (cont’d).

ART-A – this combination of herbs and nutrients reduces joint inflammation and eases pain. Take ART-A for at least two weeks for noticeable improvement. Stock No: 792    Price: 9.45

Glucosamine – as we age our bodies become less efficient at manufacturing glucosamine. This building block of cartilage will help relieve arthritis symptoms and restore cartilage health. NSP’s Glucosamine is special in that it also contains una de gato (cat’s claw), one of the world’s foremost tonic herbs and anti-inflammatory agents.  Stock No: 903     Price: £12.50

Chondroitin – attracts fluid into the joints where it acts as a shock absorber during impact. This fluid also brings vital nutrients to the cartilage and protects it from premature disintegration.              Stock No: 1811     Price: £22.50

MSM – is a naturally occurring organic form of dietary sulphur needed by our bodies every day to maintain the structure of proteins, to protect cells, to replenish the connections between cells and cell membranes, and to preserve the molecular framework of connective tissue.   Stock No: 4059     Price: £13.35

Fibralgia – contains malic acid and magnesium to provide fuel that generates energy to operate the body. Beneficial in treating people with primary fibromyalgia syndrome (FM).                    Stock No: 4061     Price: £9.95

MSM/Glucosamine Cream – combines the nutrients of MSM with the cartilage-strengthening properties of glucosamine to offer a cream for weary joints. Can also enhance the appearance of skin, promoting softness and smoothness. Stock No: 3522   Price: £13.75

BP-X – contains a dozen herbs that help purify and cleanse the blood, thereby supporting proper liver function and healthy skin. Stock No: 803     Price: £7.35

Evening Primrose Oil – provides relief from PMS by assisting the body in producing prostaglandins. Stock No: 6927  Price: £8.95

Tea Tree Oil – the best Tea Tree Oil in the world, also known as oil of melaleuca, comes from trees that grow in a relatively small area in northern New South Wales, Australia. This is where NSP’s supplies originate. Kind to the skin and virtually irritant-free, it is highly prized for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties.        Stock No: 1777     Price: £8.65

Pau d’Arco Lotion – fungus does not grow on the bark of pau d’arco trees. Using this information many herbalists recommend pau d’arco to enhance and fortify the immune system. This lotion is specially designed for topical use on hands, feet (athletes foot), arms and face. The emollient properties leave the skin feeling smooth and supple.   Stock No: 1614     Price: £7.95

Herbal CA – this herbal combination provides nourishment to the structural system, soothing tissues and helping them heal. Can be taken internally or used as a poultice.  Stock No: 823   Price: £6.95

HSN-W along with calcium, magnesium, zinc and other trace minerals, the element silicon helps build stronger, healthier bones, teeth and nails. The two herbs richest in silicon are dulse and horsetail. Both these herbs, together with sage and rosemary, make up HSN-W, a product that encourages strong flexible fingernails, shiny healthy hair and healthy skin (HSN stands for hair, skin and nails). Silicon also strengthens bones and joints.                         Stock No: 935     Price: £8.90

Don’t forget that it may take some time to see an improvement in your condition, quite often up to 3 months. Be patient with herbs.

Say ‘No’ To Arthritis

By the age of sixty 9 out of 10 people in the UK have arthritis. Conventional drug treatments do nothing to cure the disease and all they might do is reduce the pain. Arthritis is the inflammation of joints, and the early warning signs are joint aches and pains. The good news is that there is an alternative approach. Arthritis can be prevented and the underlying causes can be eliminated. If you stop the disease early enough you can hope for a complete recovery, but if there is already considerable damage to your joints you may be able to halt the progress of the disease and reduce the pain without taking drugs.

In addition to taking the recommended products on the flow chart, you should also look at your diet and possibly make some important changes. Good nutrition is needed to make sure the synovial fluid between joints stays fluid and lubricating. Almost everyone with rheumatoid arthritis and many osteoarthritis sufferers are allergic or sensitive to certain food that make their symptoms flare up. The most common food allergies are to wheat and dairy, and it’s worth avoiding these foods strictly for one month to see whether this reduces the problem. Most arthritics also have a history of a poor diet of too much refined sugar, fat and animal protein, and too many stimulants like coffee, tea, alcohol and cigarettes. A lack of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids such as Omega 3 fish oil or Flaxseed Oil can lead to joint problems.

Great results can be achieved with arthritis by cutting out the food sensitivity (usually wheat and dairy), reducing or eliminating your intake of refined sugar and animal protein especially red meat and shellfish, and cutting out the stimulants. A good nutritional programme including lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, together with the SynerPro Multi-vitamins and Minerals, SynerProtein and the herbal product ART-A will reduce or alleviate the pain of most sufferers of arthritis.

Structural System Testimonials

What An Improvement!

I must write to say what a difference Nature’s Sunshine Products has made to my life. I was so depressed when my GP told me he had no cure for arthritis and just suggested I simply take painkillers. So, even though in the past I have been sceptical about he value of complementary medicines, I decided to at least try ART-A, supplemented by Alfalfa and Evening Primrose Oil. After just a month the difference was remarkable – the stiffness in my fingers and toes no longer troubles me and, best of all, I am now mobile in the mornings! Thank you for all your help – I’m looking forward to your next Newsletter.

Brenda Walters, Gilfach Goch

Eczema

My son first showed signs of eczema at around 20 months. Appearing behind his knees and in the creases of his elbows, the eczema increased in intensity until he approached his 4^th birthday and I started giving him NSP’s Evening Primrose Oil. I gave him three capsules both morning and evening, and bathed his arms and legs in Aloe Vera Juice. I also made a tea from two BP-X capsules and added a dessertspoonful to each of his drinks. Initially the condition seemed to grow worse but within a month I was able to detect an improvement. At the end of three months, following this regime, the eczema had completely gone except for a small patch in the crease of each elbow, which continues to get smaller.

Rosemary Lawrence, Kent

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