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January 24th, 2012
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5 lbs of Muscle sure looks different than 5 lbs of fat. I don't know about you, but if I had a choice what I could loose from my body.. I'd much rather get rid of the fat.
For many years researchers and scientists at Shaklee have been working with athletes of all levels.
Through extensive research they discovered an essential amino acid called "Leucine" that isn't manufactured by the body. Supplements and protein powders have been used extensively by body builders and athletes to promote muscle recovery. Leucine can even assist to prevent the break down of muscle proteins that occur after trauma or severe stress. Do you know anyone who has had severe stress in their life? Yea me too...
Leucine works with amino acids isoleucine and valine to repair muscles, regulate blood sugar and provide the body with energy. Leucine helps burn visceral fat (located in the deepest layers of the body and the least responsive to dieting and excercise). Leucine is the most effective branched-chain amino acid for preventing muscle loss because it breaks down and is converted to glucose quicker than isoleucine or valine.
If you have increased glucose it prevents the body from breaking down muscle during intense workouts or times of extreme stress. Have you ever heard of the fight or flight syndrome? Back many years ago (caveman era) this may have kept us alive. Today our body still reacts in extreme stress the same.
Shaklee scientists developed "Cinch" the weight management system around this important discovery. Think about this.. a product that causes the burning of the deep visceral fat that before now was unaffected by diet and excercise. Do you know anyone who eats the 'right' foods and excercises, but still can seem to lose inches and weight? Yep.. it's called deep visceral fat! Time to lose it once and for all with Cinch.
At the same time you also get a product that causes the retention of muscle mass which in turn causes the buring of more calories. Do you know of anyone who would like to keep the smooth and lean muscle? With Cinch you keep the muscle you have , lose the fat you don't need and lose the inches you don't want.
The clinical studies showed in just 12 weeks the participants lost and average of 15 lbs, 7 inches, 16 lbs of mean-fat mass, and gained 1 and 1/2 lbs of mean fat-free mass! With Cinch you lose what you don't want and gain what you do want. Studay participants even lowered their cholesterol by 22 points!!
Another big PLUS is the taste. The flavors of Cinch Shakes are a delicious rich chocolate, a creamy vanilla (like cake batter by one participant) Cafe Latte and Strawberry. The shakes are available in the traditional can or covenient foil packets. There's also meal replacement bars and snack bars. Probably the best testimony on taste is when the grandkids come the "bars" is their favorite snack hands down! We just chop them up in M&M size pieces and divide them up so their is no fighting...
We also have other purchase options and more information about Cinch on our website: http://barefoot.myshaklee.com Got questions: Call Cindy McAsey 888-272-6701 ext 1
The Starbucks Pumpkin Latte has 380 calories, 120 of which come from FAT! Plus it costs about $4.00!
Our version has 10-20 grams of protein, around 200 calories and less than 25 fat calories.. plus it is made with real pumpkin, not pumpkin flavored syrup, so there is WAY less sugar.
Healthy Pumpkin Latte1/2 cup milk
1 -2 scoops Vanilla Cinch protein
2 Tablespoons canned pumpkin
Heat gently - then add to
1/2 cup hot brewed coffee
Top with whipped cream and cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice or nutmeg if desired.
Don't make a resolution to change your weight.
Make a resolution to change your life!
It's the habits we form and the lifestyle we live that will have the largest impact on our future health.
News from the Shaklee Grapevine:
Cinch has a great new fan/author/educator, Brad Lamm, who loves Cinch and has featured Cinch in his new book Just 10lbs - Easy Steps to Weighing What You Want (Finally!), which provides the motivation to take control of your weight by taking the first step, the first 10 pounds. Brad is a regular contributor to The Dr. Oz Show and will be sharing his new book and Cinch on The Dr. Oz Show in January.
Also Shaklee has rolled out a deal we can't hardly refuse... It's called the Cinch Sampler Pack provides an amazing assortment of products specially designed to keep muscle while you burn fat.
The Cinch Sampler Pack Includes:
* 1 canister of Cinch Vanilla Shake Mix
* 1 box of Cinch Peanut Butter Crunch Snack Bars
* 1 box of Cinch Pomegranate Energy Tea Mix
Also includes a pedometer, a three-month membership to Cinchwellness.com and a Cinch Program Guide at no additional cost!
When you register as a New Member, Distributor (with a minimum $70 order) or Gold Ambassador and receive a Cinch Sampler Pack FREE! This is really a good deal.
Already a member? When you add the Cinch Sampler to your autoship you save $30.
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Discover what all the fuss is about with Cinch. http://cinchplan.com
WEIGHT something that is on EVERYONE'S MIND!
Cinch is a safe, very effective program that offers long lasting results.
And for those who just want a healthy, good tasting drink that fills you up "fast" and removes the desire for sugar and junk food, give CINCH a try! It's my favorite way to take my daily vitamins... they go down easy and Cinch provides the "food" that makes the vitamins even more effective.
A GREAT WAY TO START YOUR DAY
Check this out.. Weight Loss - Great Before and After Pictures! Bev's results were impressive.
Pina Colada Cinch
1"cup"pineapple"juice"
1/4"c."crushed"ice
1"ripe"banana
2"scoops"vanilla"cinch
Lower"calorie"version:
½"Cup"pineapple"juice
½"Cup"water
½"Cup"crushed"ice
½"ripe"banana
2"scoops"vanilla"Cinch
Health professionals agree that stress has health consequences. The body's natural stress response, or what we used to call the "fear, fight, and flight response," was originally designed for survival. For example, if a lion were chasing you, your stress response would kick in and prevent you from becoming the lion's dinner.
But today, we are no longer faced with that kind of stress. Instead, we are exposed to stress daily, such as financial hardships and raising a family while working full time. Unfortunately, regardless of the type of stress, our bodies react in the same way. This is a problem because our stress response was not meant for dealing with today's everyday stresses. As a result, our stress response can cause more harm than good. If every day is an emergency, your health can end up paying a price.
The good news, however, is that stress is manageable.
There's no one best way to reduce stress, but here are some thoughts. Continue to eat well, get plenty of rest, and exercise regularly. If you haven't tried it yet, Shaklee Stress Relief Complex is designed to promote a tranquil state of well-being and help relieve feelings of stress. It contains L-Theanine, an amino acid found in green tea and studied for its effect on brain waves associated with a relaxed state; betasitosterol, found to blunt one of the stress hormones; and L-Tyrosine, an amino acid used to make a brain chemical that may become depleted from exposure to everyday stress. It also contains ashwaganda, a traditional, Ayurvedic herbal adaptogen.
Seek emotional support from a trained therapist or trusted friend. Just having someone to talk to about your frustrations or worries can help. Regular exercise is important. Try something new, like yoga. Yoga uses deep breathing and relaxation techniques that are helpfulfor coping with stress. Remember to keep things in perspective. Chances are, the stressful feelings you have will pass when the season passes.
How to manage Stress
Celiac disease is a disorder that affects the small intestine. Eatng food that containsa protein called GLUTEN triggers the condition. Gluten is commonly found in food containing wheat, barley, rye and oats.
Rick Hill's Testimony
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Rick never had good health as a child. He had daily headaches and missed one school day out of four. At age 23 he developed stage 3 cancer and nearly died. Fortunately, he found Shaklee Products and a cancer treatment center in Mexico. Conquering cancer, he still had headaches, frequent diarrhea, gas and bloating. No matter how organic his diet was, or how much he exercised, he still felt lousy most of the time. His brother, sister and father all died young. At age 54, Rick’s feet and legs were beginning to swell and he figured it was the “Hill” curse. In 2004 he visited a specialist in Rhode Island who told him he had Celiac Disease (gluten intolerance) and to stop eating anything with flour or grains. After six weeks on this diet he felt a little better. He sponsored as a Shaklee Member in 2009 and started on Shaklee Vivix and Vitalizer. In less than two weeks his whole digestive system reorganized (Rick’s words). He says, “I have regular digestion and elimination for the first time in my entire life.”
I wanted y'all to know about my husbands cholesterol testimony!
A few years ago Rich had his cholesterol tested and it was around 220. His father always ran a little high, so we figured this was genetic since we are healthy Shaklee people (eating low fat, exercising, taking supplements). His ratio between the HDL and the LDL was excellent however, so it wasn't recommended that he use any medication. He wouldn't have anyway at this point. He started using what was then called Cholesterol Regulation Complex; although not consistently. A year later he was tested again and his cholesterol had dropped to about 208. Again his ratio was excellent so he was still rated "super preferred" on his life insurance. So this time, he got totally faithful on the Cholesterol Regulation Complex and a few times a week drinking some Shaklee Fiber Plan. He also increased his exercise, but not by much, as he was already a runner. Then, when the Cholesterol REDUCTION Complex came out last month, Rich began taking that faithfully (this replaced the Cholesterol Regulation Complex).
Today they had a health screening at his work place. Rich excitedly texted me to tell me his cholesterol is now 160! That's amazing! And it was all done naturally! Yea Shaklee!
Thanks for letting me share this!! ..Barbara
This is a testimony from Jan C.
My husband Jim called today after meeting with his lipid specialist in Minneapolis. Once again his cholesterol numbers have significantly dropped! At the time of his cardiac arrest 20 years ago, his cholesterol was over 400. For years the number gradually went down. Two years ago it was 179 and last year, after a year of being on Vivix, it was 138. That's when his statins were cut in half. Today Jim's total cholesterol is 97.
Jim has struggled with the LDL (bad cholesterol) the most. He has a genetic condition that causes his body to produce too much of it. Originally the LDL was 240. For years he worked to get it to 140 and then to 120. It needed to be less than 100. After a year and a half on Vivix, it dropped to 90. Today it was 58 !!!!!
Jim's doctor made this comment: Nobody wants to deal with the problem. They just want to take a pill to have it go away. When that doesn't happen they get upset." He and his office staff consider Jim their poster child. Jim complies and does what's needed to be healthy, and we support him.
What Jim does each day:
1. Takes Vitalizer, Vivix, Nutriferon, CoQHeart, Liver DTX Complex, and Joint Health Complex (had me order the new Cholesterol Reduction Complex right away, too!)
2. Runs 5 miles (has never missed a day of running in 20 years)
3. Drinks tea instead of coffee (Was addicted to coffee but switched to tea several years ago and dropped 30 points off his cholesterol total)
4. Is his own boss - so he can run and rest as needed (Quit a 20 year corporate job at time of cardiac arrest 20 years ago and located his office at home)
5. Makes decisions that eliminate as much stress as possible from his day.
Our youngest son Matt was 2 when Jim had the cardiac arrest. He got married on June 11 this summer. Twenty years ago, I never imagined that with 3 arteries 100% blocked and the 4th blocked 70%, that Jim would even live to see his youngest son grow up. It's good to note, too, that our three sons and I have supported all of Jim's efforts, and as a result we are healthier ourselves. Our family experience is proof that great health is primarily in the hands of the individual and the choices he or she makes. We've always chosen Shaklee nutrition, for example, and that has paid off royally for us. ~Jan
Prescription For A Healthier Life
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Dodging Weight Gain with Vitamin D Brigham and Women's Hospital An Affiliate of Harvard Medical School You may be well aware of vitamin D's part in building better bones, but did you know it might also help in the battle of the bulge?
Unfortunately, many of us are not getting enough D; in fact, are even D-deficient. Overweight individuals are especially at risk. Excess body fat absorbs and holds onto vitamin D, making it unavailable to the body. The absence of vitamin D creates interference with the functioning of a hormone called leptin, which signals to the brain that you are full and should stop eating.
In addition, overweight people tend to spend more time indoors. This also deprives them from further D as the ultraviolet rays of the sun spur the production of D. Luckily, replenishing vitamin D in the bloodstream to normal levels restores leptin's actions. Getting enough vitamin D, namely 800 to 1,000 International Units (IU) a day can be a challenge from diet sources alone. Supplementation is often needed. Multivitamins typically provide 400 IU.
What are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency? If you frequently experience unexplainable fatigue, indiscriminate body ache such joint aches, bone pain, and muscle aches, may be signs of vitamin D deficiency. Also difficulty with weight control and depression may indicate low vitamin D levels.
How is vitamin D deficiency cured? Once vitamin D is restored to healthy levels, leptin will function properly again. Sun exposure and vitamin D enriched foods provide vitamin D. However, since it is difficult to obtain sufficient vitamin D level through dietary sources and sun exposure, supplementation is often required.
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Number One Natural Nutrition Company in the U.S. Also Unveils New Car Incentive Program for Distributors ANAHEIM, CA--(August 9, 2010) - Shaklee Corporation, a leading provider of natural nutrition, personal care, and environmentally friendly home care products, announced today that it has surpassed five billion dollars in commissions paid to its more than 1.2 million Shaklee Family Members worldwide.
The announcement was made at the 2010 Shaklee Global Conference in Anaheim where thousands of Shaklee Members, Distributors and prospects gathered to explore how to capitalize on the Shaklee business opportunity while embracing the Shaklee vision to make people and the planet healthier.
"Shaklee's mission is to create the best natural health products and market them through a business model that gives people the opportunity to achieve the dream of owning their own business and controlling their financial future," said Shaklee CEO Roger Barnett. "This commission milestone is a tribute to the tens of thousands of distributors around the world who have found success in their own independent business with Shaklee."
The company also kicked off a new Car Incentive Program which will allow distributors to qualify for car bonuses that can be used to pay for a lease or purchase of a brand new car, with extra incentives for those who lease or purchase hybrid vehicles.
"Shaklee's new rewards and compensation program perfectly aligns with our values by creating new opportunities for distributors to grow their business with tangible lifestyle and financial incentives," said Barnett. "This program will also allow our distributors to touch more people and share the Shaklee opportunity of doing well by doing good. That's a powerful thing."
For more information about Shaklee or its 2010 Global Conference, please contact Matt McAsey at mcasey (at) shaklee (dot) net or 785-341-4437. For more information on Shaklee, the number one nutrition company in the U.S., please visit http://mcasey.shaklee.com.
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Founded in 1956, Shaklee Corporation is the number one natural nutrition company in the United States. A leading provider of premium-quality natural nutrition products, personal care products, and environmentally friendly home care products, Shaklee has more than 50 patents and patents pending worldwide. With more than 1.2 million members and distributors around the globe, Shaklee currently operates in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, and China. In 2000, Shaklee became the first company in the world to be Climate Neutral certified to totally offset its CO2 emissions, resulting in a net-zero impact on the environment.
This site is especially for people who are seeking answers about Shaklee products and business.
It's a fact of the natural healing profession for many years, and is recently being validated by the medical physicians, well over 90% of degenerative disease conditions can be related directly to intestinal stasis meaning, a stagnant, fermenting condition within the bowels and related organs. This does not necessarily correspond to actual known constipation.
Someone can move his bowels many times a day, and still be encumbered with dead cells, decaying food materials, poisonous chemicals, parasites, pus, mucus, etc., all of which contribute to the circulation of toxins throughout the whole body, giving rise to an endless chain of disease conditions.
These facts should be taken into consideration when nutrition programs and vitamin therapy are introduced for the first time. The body’s response to a proper nutrition program is to start releasing stored toxins from the cells and this puts more stress on organs of elimination (colon, kidneys, lungs, liver, blood, and skin)
Many times these organs are already malfunctioning from past intake of drugs, additives, and refined, processed and overcooked foods. The result of this could be symptoms of nausea, weakness, headaches, rashes, and tiredness.
To prevent this from happening, Dr. Shaklee invented HERB-LAX, a combination of nine different herbs that help detoxify the body through better, more complete, elimination.
It is important to understand that herbs are not in any way related to the artificial colon—cleansers promoted online or in other media. Herbs do not act like ordinary laxatives that irritate the tissues and force the bowel to eject its contents This weakens the organs and causes dependencies. But herbs, being a food, nourish the bowel and related organs to strengthen them so that they will function entirely on their own, effectively eliminating waste materials.
It is hard to say how many HERB-LAX an individual should use, since each person differs. Choose the dose that gives you two to three soft, easy bowel movements daily. This can range from one half to 30 per day (in the case of Diverticulitis).
Those who are faithful in using HERB-LAX for internal cleanliness will get surprising good side effects as days, weeks and months go by. These include a better complexion, no headaches, no bad breath, little odor during bowel movements, plus more energy and clearer thinking.
You can hardly study the Shaklee product Herb-Lax® without gaining a profound respect for our founder Forrest C. Shaklee, Sr. What an amazing mind he had to conceive such a product at the time he did. Remember, interest in herbal medicines had waned considerably during the middle of the last century.
Shaklee Herb-Lax was the second Shaklee product developed, and it has truly withstood the "test of time" remaining one of Shaklee's favorite products. Dr. Shaklee knew that proper elimination of waste from the bowel is one of the keys to optimal health. It is said that 90% of degenerative diseases are related to, or worsened by, the food we eat passing too slowly through our intestinal system.
The fact that Herb-Lax® contains Senna leaf powder and is therefore a laxative is a no-brainer. Practically everyone in the medical or herbal community would understand that. Dr. Shaklee made his signature product unique by blending an additional eight herbs with the Senna leaf powder to enhance its use - to speed up the movement of foodstuffs through the intestinal system.
DR Shaklee was able to accomplish this without the usual unwanted side effects of taking a laxative. Something to consider is the label states a serving size of four tablets. That would indeed cause a gentle bowel movement within several hours, by taking less than the serving size, you effectively speed up the flow of food and waste through the intestinal tract without causing diarrhea.
Why does herblax work the way it does? Certainly, several of the herbs contained in this product produce a laxative action. In addition to Senna leaf powder, buckthorn bark powder, licorice root, blue malva powder, and culver root all have shown some laxative action.
They do, however, along with the other herbs present, fulfill other functions within the GI tract to complete the action.
For example, licorice root, alfalfa, fennel seed and anise seed aid in digestion. Licorice root also reduces the production of stomach acid (good for heartburn?); and relieves gas, as does anise seed. Anise seed also acts to relieve stomach cramps. Rhubarb is unusual in that in can cause a laxative effect, and it has the opposite effect in small doses!
Bottom Line: DR Shaklee knew what he was doing by combining all these natural herbs into one fantastic product called HERBLAX. Today it's still one of our best selling products. Why because it flat out works and it's very cost effective.
Cindy McAsey
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Shaklee Baby Wipes
Equipment:3 qt. Round food storage canister (Tupperware)
1 roll thick paper towels (I use Brawny). Cut in half horizontally with an electric knife to make two short rolls.
Mix:
2 cups water
1/2 Tbsp. Shakleebaby Soothing Wash
1/2 Tbsp. Shakleebaby Massage Oil
Instructions:
Put one of the cut rolls into the canister and pour mixture over the top. Wait five minutes, then pull out the cardboard center. Pull first wipe from the inside roll.
These are very economical and are not cold on baby’s bottom.
Other uses: Handi wipes around the house, in the car, personal hygiene for women, the elderly, or those with sensitive skin.
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What does your desktop say about you? Here is a peek at mine.
by Stephen Sinatra, M.D., F.A.C.C., F.A.C.N.
I’ve read literally thousands of articles on the merits of omega-3s, and everyone has been positive. I’ve often said that if I were stranded on a desert island, two of the items I’d most want washed onto the shore would be fish oil and CoQ10.
Omega-3s in fish oil convert to EPA and DHA and get in your heart cells, stabilizing heart rhythm. They also have a positive effect on heart rate variability, so necessary to heart strength. Omega-3s also make blood platelets less sticky, keeping your arteries clear. They also work their way into existing plaque within three days and make it more resistant to rupture. Just two fish meals a month can reduce death by sudden heart failure by 50 percent!
Not only is fish oil great fertilizer for your heart, it’s also terrific for your brain, eyes, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. The EPA contained in fish oil is a terrific anti-inflammatory agent. We’ve also seen fish oil significantly lower triglycerides and lessen the effects of type 2 diabetes. People with bipolar II disorder have had positive results taking 9-10 grams daily. It truly is a remarkable substance with no downside that anyone has ever discovered.
Now, a new study has shown that the omega-3s in fish oil can even lengthen your life!
Cardiologists at the University of California, and several hospitals, measured the length of patients’ telomeres—which is the part of your DNA that corresponds with longevity. In their five-year study, they measured the length of the telomeres in the white blood cells of 608 patients who had coronary-artery blockage and previous heart attacks.
What they found is that the participants with higher omega-3s blood levels had significantly less shortening of their telomeres than the participants with lower omega-3 levels—over the five year study period. This suggests that omega-3s play an important role in the aging process.
But while it’s important to get more omega-3s —it’s the DHA fats that are most critical
While both the EPA and DHA omega-3 essential fats are critical, DHA is the omega-3 fat your body needs most for your cardiovascular system, brain, cognitive function, and eye health. Dr. Stephen Sinatra is a practicing cardiologist with an integrative approach to health and healing.
Research shows that supplementing with DHA is better at promoting normal blood pressure levels in hypertensive men than EPA. In a study of postmenopausal women with cardiovascular disease, those with the highest levels of DHA had significantly better cardiovascular health.
DHA is also highly concentrated in your brain, making up 40% of the EFA’s found there. It helps with nerve cell communication, is an important part of brain nerve cell communication, plus, it acts as an antioxidant.
Plus, DHA is the primary essential fatty acid found in the retina, with studies showing that higher DHA reduces age-related macular degeneration. Yet, while DHA fats are so critical to your health—they’re also the toughest fats for your body to obtain.
That’s because your body’s ability to convert plant-based omega-3s into DHA is very low. Plus, the ability of your body to convert EPA omega-3s into DHA is poor. It requires a great deal of energy, as well as the presence of a crucial enzyme, delta-6-desaturase—which may be lacking in some people, particularly the elderly.
What’s the best way to increase your DHA fats?
The easiest and most reliable way for most people to get the amount of omega-3s they need for general health—at least 500 mg per day—is to take a fish oil supplement each day. Preferably one that’s high in DHA fats.
Lecithin was a superstar in the early days of the health food movement. In the 1970's, Adele Davis endorsed it in Let's Get Well, claiming it lowered cholesterol, reduced angina, and protected against heart attacks and strokes.
Today this natural compound is making a comeback. Researchers recently discovered that phosphatidylcholine (PC), the most abundant component of lecithin, activates a protein in the liver called PPAR-alpha that regulares fat and glucose metabolism. PPAR-alpha is the target of several diabetes and sholesterol drugs, so the discovery that this safe, inexpensive, natural compound does the same thing is big news.
Lecithin also has positive effects on the brain. PC is a precursor to acetylcholine, which is involved in memory and learning, and lecithin supplies the body with the building blocks of this important neurotansmitter. Dietary sources of lecithin include eggs, soy, and dairy.
~ Dr Julian Whitaker
Shaklee has always carried Lecithin in it's line of premium products. In fact Lecithin has been a staple supplement at our house since we were introduced to Shaklee over a decade ago. I've shared with many how lecithin will help reduce cellulite by making the fat in your body more fluid. This also makes it a good supplement to support healthy veins.
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Billion dollar state budget shortfalls. Fundraising struggles. Donor fatigue. It all adds up to a challenging economic environment, particularly for non-profit organizations looking to raise funds.
Today more and more organizations (somewhere around 1.2 million, according to the Internal Revenue Service) are competing for funding dollars, and that number is steadily increasing.
Non-profit organizations often share our Shaklee values, and many are looking to expand their approach to raising funds. Many are looking to partner in new ways—ways that are aligned with their services. They need consistent revenue streams to fund programs. They want greater visibility, and ways to spread their message to new audiences.
This is where our efforts and Shaklee come in.
Here’s how it works. Have you ever bought a product and seen various causes marketed right along side the brand name of a product? Or bought a product because you knew that a portion of profits from that sale would benefit a cause you care about? A recent study (the 2009 Global Edelman Goodpurpose™ Study) found that two out of three people say they would switch brands if another brand of similar quality supported a good cause.
People want their purchases to count towards making a difference.
We’re happy to announce that Shaklee has created a way to do just that. A non-profit organization can “ride alongside” Shaklee in ways never before possible. And to support us to help non-profits with fundraising, there are a wealth of new tools (listed below) which have also been added to the new beta Library on MyShaklee.com.
Over 75% of consumers are concerned about issues relating to their energy levels. This explains why the energy drink marker is ever increasing, reacing a total sales of $8 billion in 2008. Energy drinks, however aren't exactly healthy. Many contain hight levels of artificial sugars, high frutose corn syrup, and unwanted and unnecessary chemicals and additives. You may be craving an energy buzz, what what about cost?
Shaklee's Energy Chews contain ingredients delevering an effective boost to help energize your body, sharpen your mind and improve your mood. Tasty, pocket-sized chews contain a powerful and unique blend of natural caffeine from green tea, L-theanine and L-tyrosine, to help promote focus and alertness. In addition, the chews have energy-releasing B vitamins and bone-supporting vitamin D.
Unlike many other energy products, Shaklee Energy Chews do not contain artifical flavors, sweeteners, added preservatives, or extra calories that weight you down.
Healthy ingredients work fast to help you:
-Feel energized
-Get focused
-Think clearly
-Stay awake
-Stay alert
-Improve you mood
Bonus! Just 2 chews per serving instead of a canned product means reduced greenhouse gases from shipping.
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Energy Chews FAQ's
What is in Shaklee Energy Chews?
Shaklee Energy Chews are 75% organic and contain scientifically proven ingredients, including L-theanine and L-tyrosine, to help support focus and alertness, plus energy-releasing b vitamins, from natural caffeine from green tea, and 25% of the daily Value for vitamind D.
What's NOT in Shaklee Energy Chews?
Shaklee Energy Chews Contain none of the artifical flavors, sweetners, or added preservatives you'll find in some other energy products, such as artifical colors Red #40, Yellow #5, and Yellow #6; artificial sweetners, such as sucralose, aspartame, and acesulfame potassium (ACE-K); or artificial preservatives such as potassium sobate, sodium EDTA, benzoic acid and sodium benzoate.
How Much Caffeine is in one Shaklee Energy Chew?
One Energy chew contains 60 milligrams of caffeine. Two chews contain as much caffeine as a cup of premium coffee.
How long does it take to feel the effects?
You may begin feeling an increased sense of energy within 30 minutes.
How many calories does on serving contain?
Each serving of Shaklee Energy contains 45 calories (2 chews)
Did you know that besides doing wonders for your health, a certain nutrient group might also help keep your pants size down?
It's true. Flavonoids -- those antioxidant-like compounds found in fruits, veggies, chocolate, tea, and wine -- seemed to help ward off belly fat in a 14-year study.
Multitasking Flavonoids
Specifically, catechins, flavonols, and flavones -- types of flavonoids -- may help curb belly bulge by improving the body's metabolic profile, the researchers noted. So where can you get your fair share? The study participants got most of theirs from pears, apples, tea, chocolate, broad beans, onions, leeks, and sweet peppers. Pretty tasty choices.
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When you are the leader in the natural food supplement industry, people sometimes test your products without you even knowing about it.
That was exactly what happened with a recent study comparing the effects of Shaklee’s Performance and Gatorade on the risk of kidney stone formation.
This was the ultimate independent study.
Shaklee didn’t initiate it. They didn’t support it. And, in fact, they didn’t even know about it until it was published a couple of weeks ago (J.W. Goodman et al, Urol. Res., 37: 41-46, 2009).
Before I get into the results of the study, perhaps I should start with an explanation of why you would even want to do that kind of study.
Let’s start with the problem - kidney stones. They are extremely painful, and they can damage the kidney - particularly if they form over and over again.
To a urologist the solution is simple - just drink two liters of water a day.
The problem is that you have to really, really, really like water to drink two liters a day, and most people just aren’t that into water.
In fact, previous studies had shown that even when patients had a previous kidney stone and were told by their urologist to drink two liters of water a day, the average result was an increase of only 0.3 liters a day of water.
So this group of urologists asked what people were drinking instead of water.
The latest trends show that soft drink consumption is decreasing and consumption of sports drinks and energy drinks is increasing. And, there was absolutely no information on whether sports drinks increased or decreased the risk of kidney stone formation.
So they decided to look at two well-known sports drinks, Shaklee’s Performance and Gatorade, to see whether they would increase or decrease the risk of kidney stone formation compared to the consumption of an equivalent amount of water.
They looked at the effect of each sports drink on the amount of citrate in the urine and by how much they increased the pH of the urine because each of these decreases the risk of kidney stone formation.
They also looked at the effect of each sports drink on the amount of sodium and calcium in the urine because each of those increases the risk of kidney stone formation.
Performance significantly increased the amount of citrate and the pH of the urine, while Gatorade had no effect on either of them.
Neit her Performance or Gatorade had an significant effect on sodium or calcium levels in the urine.
Thus, they concluded that Shaklee’s Performance was superior to either Gatorade or water alone at deceasing the risk of kidney stone formation.
Now you might be tempted to say that this study was of more interest to urologists than the general public. But my guess is that if you have ever suffered through a kidney stone this study is of great interest to you.
But to me the more important conclusion is that, once again, independent clinical studies show the superiority of Shaklee products.
To your health!
Dr. Stephen G. Chaney, PhD
Full Professor of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Nutrition
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Dr. Chaney has been teaching biochemistry, biophysics and nutrition to medical and dental students for over 30 years. In addition he has an active program in cancer research, focusing on chemotherapy. He has authored 80 publications in peer - reviewed journals. Dr. Chaney was instrumental in establishing nutrition education as an important part of the medical school training at UNC at Chapel Hill.
"Switching Brands" The Concept of building a HUGE part-time Income (*) Change the brand of what you're already buying on a regular basis, share this concept with others and build a huge income/retirement future!
Download the Shakleeize your Home with Shaklee Products.(below)
It's Interesting to check off things yourself, and see if you're missing out on money in your own pocket by using competitive brands that Shaklee makes!
Think about it when was the last time your local grocery store sent you a rebate check?
Shakleeize your home with Shaklee Products.
So I got a question for ya.. How many things did you check off? If your like me there were quite a few on that list that your already purchasing on a regular basis.
The next step is to become a Shaklee member so you can save 15% right out off the bat with these products. Here is what you do. Go to http://barefoot.myshaklee.com and put the products your would normally purchase in the store in your cart. When you go to check out look for a button and click it that says "Save 15% become a member" then follow the prompts.
Call me if you have questions,
Cindy McAsey
888-272-6701
Barefoot in the Garden
Don't be okay with feeling just okay..
Are you like nine out of 10 people? Ya don't get enough fruits and vegetables? Did you know what you are putting on the inside today can really affect your health down the line?
What I've found most people don't worry about what goes in the body until their body starts giving em warning signals. Don't wait til your feeling yuky OK? Got a question for ya...
How do you feel today?
Your answer should be nothing short of "I feel GREAT.. I feel GOOD"
If it's not.. Really LISTEN to what is being said in this video OK? They know what they are talking about. Shaklee has a 50 year track record of creating only the BEST natural nutrition products, in fact they are the #1 natural nutrition company in the US. I don't know about you but if your going to put something in your body don't ya want it to be the best stuff? I know I do...
Trust me Shaklee Vitalizer is the BEST of the BEST!
They taken the best of Shaklee science in 80 bio-optimized nutrients clinically proven to create a good foundation for you to have a longer and healthier life.
Vitalizer is based on an unprecedented 12 Shaklee clinical studies that show the difference. If you go to http://landmarkstudy.com you will be able to see the results for yourself. It was the first ever study on a rare population of long-term dietary supplement users showing people who took Shaklee supplements had markedly better health than both other multivitamin and non-supplement users.
Better yet the study was done by independent research... in all reality Shaklee went out on a limb on this because if the results wouldn't have turned out good I'm sure it would have made front page news! Have ya ever noticed the media has a way of reporting the bad stuff.
Shaklee believe's the quality they put into Vitalizer it is the reason you can actually feel the quality of life difference. You will be able to answer the question of ...
How do you feel today? with "I feel GREAT... I feel GOOD" and they stand behind it with a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee. When was the last time you got your money back with a perscribed drug that didn't work?
I rest my case...
Just watch the dang video Ok? If ya want to get some of the "Goood Stuff" (Vitalizer) go to http://barefootmom.com
Cindy McAsey
Barefoot in the Garden
Learn more about me and why I do what I do at: http://www.cindymcasey.com
Another popular myth has been busted!
I’m sure that you have heard this one before. Many doctors advise their patients to take a baby aspirin every day to reduce their risk of heart attack. And this recommendation has been repeated so often in the media and in self-help books and web sites that even more people are taking an aspirin every day without even waiting for their doctor to recommend it.
Is this good advice?
Probably not, accordingly to a new study done by Dr. Gerry Fowlkes of the Wolfson Unit for Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in Edinburgh Scotland. In a study that he presented at the most recent meeting of the European Society for Cardiology in Barcelona Spain he and his colleagues followed 3,000 men at very high risk for developing heart disease for an average of eight years.
Half of the group was randomly assigned to take an aspirin every day and the other half was given a placebo. At the end of eight years there was no difference in the rate of heart attacks or stroke - or risk of death from any cause - between the two groups. In other words, an aspirin a day did not decrease the risk of heart attack and stroke and had no discernable health benefits in this study.
Even worse, there were 34 major bleeds in people taking the aspirin compared to only 20 in people taking the placebo. And if you looked at internal bleeding that was so serious that it required hospitalization, the risk was almost double for the aspirin users compared to the placebo users. The conclusion of this study was that for otherwise healthy people the risks of taking aspirin outweigh the benefits.
The scientists cautioned that for people who have already had a heart attack the benefits of taking an aspirin a day might outweigh the risks. But I would encourage you to investigate natural alternates rather than relying on a drug to reduce your risk of heart disease.
For example several recent clinical studies have shown that as little as 500 mg/day of omega 3 fatty acids, whether from fish or from supplements, can reduce the risk of a second heart attack in someone who has already had one heart attack by 30-40%.
And, of course, the Landmark study showed that people who have used the Shaklee supplements for 20 years or more have 1/3 the incidence of angina, heart attack, stroke or congestive heart failure as do people using other company’s multivitamins or no supplements at all.
As cooler weather sets in flu strains & viruses comes around to haunt us. Especially this year with the scare of H1N1 Flu going around. I don't want you to be an innocent victim. Even if you don't get anything else accomplished today but to read through these testimonies you will be better educated about preventive health.
Think about it if more folks would focus on prevention we probably wouldn't have so many people stressing over health care reform.
Nutriferion Testimonies
Viral and Bacterial Infections: A few days after returning from Chicago, my Aunt Gerry was diagnosed with pneumonia. She is 86 years old and living in a nursing home. The doctor insisted on a shot of antibiotic followed by oral antibiotics. I said no, let's try this first (I am her power of attorney). I had my bottle of NutriFeron™ from the Conference and I also added CorEnergy. In both cases two, twice a day. I told the staff the product takes 3 days to load. I showed them the clinical trial material. She did not get worse. And by the 5th day, she no longer had pneumonia.
There is resistance by the medical team to attribute the products to her recovery, saying some residents recover who take nothing, some don’t recover even with the antibiotics. But I know my Aunt Gerry. She has no other health problems and I witnessed her recovery! ~Bobbie
Building Immune System: We started giving NutriFeron™ to my granddaughter Lindsey when she was only 4 years old. We crushed it and mixed it with peanut butter and organic fruit jam. There is no taste. The reason we started giving it to Lindsey was she had started preschool and was getting sick all the time. Her sister Brooke was taking the NutriFeron™ (Brooke was 8 and can swallow pills) and was doing great.
I asked one of the scientists and they said Shaklee has to suggest not for children under 12 because it was not tested on children. It is very difficult to get companies to test children on either pills or supplements. One of the scientists at Shaklee told me that she gives it to her three year old with great results.
All my children and grandchildren take the NutriFeron™ with great results. The older ones are 19, 17 and 15. They never get sick. Hope this helps. We also have a lot of allergies in our area and it has really helped. My sons and their wives take it, too. ~Janet
Immune Builder for Allergies & Asthma: I was just talking with a customer regarding the NutriFeron™ and she reminded me that her grandson was sick all the time. He has cold induced asthma where they would put him on steroids and meds. The first year on the NutriFeron™ he did not get sick once.
Since then only twice, and the last time was this summer when his mom wanted to see if he really needed to be taking the NutriFeron™ year round. She stopped giving him the NutriFeron™ and he got a cold that turned into a bad case of the asthma. They had to use the steroids and a steam system to help him breathe. He is too young to use an inhaler.
They have found the NutriFeron™ to keep him healthy and off the medications. What a blessing to this family and a sure sign that children will benefit from using this product. ~Patty
Shingles: This past week I had to go to the Dr. with a rash on my back. I did not think much of it, but it started itching and hurting. It was the start of shingles. Right away the Dr. told me that he would prescribe some medicine for it. Come to find out it was steroids. I informed him that in no way was I going to take them. He said there was no other way to get rid of shingles and that I would be back in to see him in a couple of days if I did not take them. I went home and started reading my nutrition books on shingles and what to take.
A friend gave me a bottle of the new NutriFeron™ so I doubled the dose, and also doubled the dose of B Complex, Vitamin E, Immunity I, CarotoMax and FlavoMax, plus my Vita Lea and Soy. By Saturday the rash was gone and the itching and hurting was also gone. ~Betty
Skin Rash: A little background although most of you know that I have had a skin condition (Mycosis Fungoid is) for 16 years and it took 6 years for it to be diagnosed. I have had two rounds of radiation and the mustard/nitrogen cream (a topical chemotherapy) twice. The first round of radiation was successful(one spot). The second round of radiation was done on 6 large spots including a new one that just started developing but all six areas ended up 'moving' to a different spot close by. While taking radiation I had a new spot developing under my arm. Both the radiologist and my doctor mentioned full body radiation. I refused because I felt if it could not get to my skin it would go inside and I couldn't scratch inside. It was a terrifying itch - I have
actually bruised my skin because I was scratching so hard trying to get to the itch.
When first diagnosed the oncologist told me the cancer was not in my blood stream..."they only use your blood stream to get to your skin." While at the convention, I shared with one of the attendees about my skin and she said I needed to take 3 of the NutriFeron™ 3 times a day. So I began that on Friday, August 12th, and Wednesday of the following week I noticed that the nodules in my left upper arm were smooth. I could hardly believe it. I did not tell anyone immediately because I wanted to be sure they were gone.
Yesterday, Aug. 22, I visited my doctor and she was totally amazed as well. She said not only were they gone but there was a difference in the texture of my skin (I was beginning to have 'alligator' skin.) I still have one trouble spot which had been quite large but is smaller. She took a biopsy of that and we will know the results in a couple of weeks. Another interesting fact is that my blood pressure was lower yesterday than it has been in 4 years!!! ~Marcie
Hepatitis C: is truly a silent killer but we were not going to let it come in and wipe out my husband's life without a fight. I know what it is like to find out that the person you love could have a horrible fate in store for them.
Thankfully there was no cirrhosis of the liver and his SGOT and SGPT were not extremely high. Still the medical world gave us little hope but we refused to become hopeless. We looked into supplements. Not the ones you can buy at Wal-Mart or get off the TV. We were fighting a horrible virus. We wanted to go with a company that was established and had medical research behind their products and the only one I could find at that time was Shaklee.
My husband started taking Vita-Lea, E, C, Garlic and DTX. Liver DTX helps flush out toxins in the liver. It has such herbs as milk thistle seed extract, dandelion, and turmeric. We saw improvement each time we went to the doctor and had his liver tested. The doctor was pleased and just kept saying keep up the good work.
About 2-3 years ago Shaklee came out with their Immune Building Complex(now called Nutriferon). It helps boost your body's natural immune response process. He started taking 2 a day. Also it is great for allergies. My husband always had sinus infections and he hasn't had one for 2 years.
Well it has been 9 years since that first blood test and his blood tests keep getting better and better. The last time we saw his gastroenterologist he told him that he didn't need to be seen for two years. We saw his hematologist and his blood work was SGOT 52 | SGPT 60 | Cholesterol 148 | HDL 42 | Triglycerides 175 ~ Deb
Lymph Node: I’ve been on IBC (Nutriferon) for some time now. About two months ago, I had a breast MRI and the doctor found a lymph node he wanted to further check into, so he ordered an ultrasound. I told Nedra Sahr about this as I've been working with her for a while now. She told me to beef up the NutriFeron™ to four a day. That was about ten days before the ultrasound.
I went for the ultrasound on the 19th of August and the technician was going over and over the area. She said there was a lymph node indicated by the doctor on the MRI, but she couldn't find anything. She continued to look for about a total of 30 minutes...but NO LYMPH NODE was apparent. She confirmed her finding, or lack thereof, with the radiologist, who also saw nothing. They advised me to have a follow-up MRI in six months to be sure, but agreed there was nothing there at this time. Thanks to God, Nedra and NutriFeron™ in that order! I'd be lost without them. ~Pam
Sore Throat, Achy, Nose plugged: I just have to write and tell you all this experience I am having with the NutriFeron™ already! I came down with a terrible sore throat, achy all over, ears hurting, head foggy thing on Tuesday morning. I started taking the Get Well Tea right away, but my throat got so sore (I can't remember when it has ever been that sore!) This thing came on quick and hard. So, last night I was sucking on cough drops, nose all plugged up and woke up with my throat a little better, but nose all stuffed up along with my head and achy feeling.
Well, I took a nap with Ella around 10:30 am and during our nap the doorbell rang and I heard the UPS man pull up and was groggily excited that my NutriFeron™ was at the door, but I did not jump right out of bed! (I felt horrible) So, we got up right at noon and I opened the door and grabbed my box.
I took the NutriFeron™ and made some soup a little bit later. At exactly 1:09 pm, about an hour after I had taken the NutriFeron™ I am eating my soup and all of sudden I could feel that my nose was running and I decided to blow it and everything came out and I could breathe through my nose!!! The mucous in my nose was yellow all morning. (This wasn't just a sniffle.)
It is now 2:09 (how funny) and I can still breathe fine through my nose and the fogginess in my head is going away!!! So, this cannot be a coincidence that this is happening and I am just so excited, I had hoped for it to help me within a day or two, but an hour.....WOW!!! In case you were wondering, I only took one (Nutriferon)...saving the other one for later...
Postscript
I typed this e-mail on 8/18/2005 and I am completely over what I had for the last 4 or 5 days. It seems like almost every time I took that NutriFeron™ my nose would just empty out completely. I have never had my nose empty like that in my life when I have been sick. I am very excited to take this product on a regular basis to see what happens through the coming winter. Even though that lasted a week I was never achy,stuffy head like I was before I started the NutriFeron™ and I was able to function normally. When that first came on I was wiped out and I have a 10 month old so I can't be wiped out! ~Kerri
Severe Allergies and Chronic Infections: I had severe allergies and chronic infections for 11 years before Shaklee. As I began taking the Shaklee supplements I started to have fewer allergy symptoms and infections. As time went on I had no specific allergic reactions to anything but I would have to blow my nose periodically. When I started on the Immune Building Complex (NutriFeron) I no longer had to blow my nose at all. That was a measurable and specific improvement. I no longer show having had allergies at all. And I have lots of energy. Anybody with severe allergies can tell you lacking energy is a big issue. Shaklee truly did give me my life back. ~Tobie
Clostridium Difficel or C-Diff: (bacterium causing illness: a rod-shaped, usually motile, gram-positive bacterium that can cause serious illnesses including botulism, tetanus, and gas gangrene.) I am 61 years old and know that because of Shaklee products my body is
relatively healthy. That is because I do not need any daily pharmaceutical drugs to function properly. That means I have no high cholesterol, no high blood pressure, no osteoarthritis; no osteoporosis
In March of 2005 I made a trip home to see my father in the nursing home. I came home a very sick person, but because I have a history of IBS (intestinal bowel syndrome) I thought that was my problem. After 10 days of extreme abdominal pain and a foul smelling discharge I finally went to the doctor. During this time I drank lots of Shaklee Performance™ to keep my electrolytes balanced and body hydrated. My doctor tested my stool and I was diagnosed with C-Diff.
I was asked if I had been on antibiotics and the answer was no. So, after reading on the Internet about C-Diff, I concluded I must have contracted it at the nursing home. Anyway I took Vancocin 125 mg (very strong) around the clock for 10 days. At the end the bacteria was still present; however, not as strong (this was verified by tests). At this time I began a regime of 6 Optiflora a day to repopulate my gut with friendly flora. I thought perhaps his would nail the C-Diff. I was also concerned about my IBS. This did not seem to help so I agreed to start back on the Vancocin 125 mg every other day for a month. Toward the end of the month I began taking the Nutriferon and after a week I could tell a significant difference in my body. I know the C-Diff is still hanging around because I can hear it, yes I said I can
hear it. I suppose the interferon kicks in and shuts it up. I sincerely believe that had I not been relatively healthy, I would not be here today. ~ Karleen
Colds, Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Walking Pneumonia: I grew up as a Shaklee kid since I was about 11 years old. I was much healthier after I started the Shaklee supplements. However, as an adult, I still fought two major battles every year. Usually in February and October, I
would get a very bad cold, which turned into some form of bronchitis, sinusitis, or walking pneumonia. Then I would have to get antibiotics to get better. After the IBC (NutriFeron™) was launched, I have only needed antibiotics ONE time (and how many years has that been now?) For the aforementioned challenges, I would not be without this product! ~Cheryl
Terrible Allergies and Asthma: My son started taking NutriFeron™ around the middle of the winter in 2005. He usually had terrible allergies in the spring which would trigger his asthma. This had happened for the last 7 or so years. I had him on so much Shaklee I didn't think to put him on the NutriFeron™ until I had read an email about it really helping kids with asthma. Well, spring came and he did not have to use any of his preventive medicine for the allergy season.
When I went to the doctor for a physical for another child, my doctor asked me how Christopher was doing with his asthma. I said he was doing great. The doctor replied, "That preventive medicine really helps during this season." I said, "He's not on any of the preventive medicine you have given him but I do have him on an immune system builder through Shaklee." He looked surprised. We continue to see great results with his asthma ever since he has been on the NutriFeron™. What a great product!! ~Tammy
Pneumonia: Don's experience with NutriFeron™-- Don was admitted to the hospital at Fort Devens 3 times with pneumonia in 1951. After that he took penicillin at least five times a year for respiratory problems until 1971. You can guess what happened in 1971- Kay found us and he started on Shaklee. Don was able to keep the problem under control when he felt his throat getting scratchy with lots of Vita C plus other supplements including Shaklee Defend and Resist (at least a bottle each time). Since NutriFeron™ has been available Don has not had a hint of a problem-first time over 50 years. ~Gloria
Hepatitis C: I definitely feel stronger with NutriFeron™. I am currently taking it due to some Hepatitis C antibodies that have been showing up from a childhood blood transfusion since I was 9 years old. Now for my success story... I started taking the Shaklee Immune Building Complex, which was an identical formulation of NutriFeron™, I re-tested on Aug. 1st, and met with my hematologist on August 11th (2 weeks ago). My hematologist said I no longer need to keep testing, and he would send a letter to my gastroenterologist who was contacted by CDC to prove it that I no longer need to continue testing for the virus. Also, I have not experienced any allergy symptoms in Aug. like I usually do. ~Michelle
Allergies: I have three members using NutriFeron™ to control their allergies. They say they can't live without it. One had tried using various over-the-counter and also prescription drugs for her allergies and couldn't tolerate using any of them because of a heart condition and the side effects she got from them. I told her to try using NutriFeron™, it might help, and it did! She is so pleased she has found something she can use! ~Joyce
Builds Immune System: I was fortunate enough to be able to test NutriFeron™ for two months before Gene went into the hospital. I also got some additional so I could stay well. While visiting him every day for two months in the ICU, I saw sick nurses and Drs working in there, yet through all the germs I came in contact with; bad weather (rain, snow, etc); the stress of driving 100 miles daily; keeping up with our Shaklee business; to this date I have yet to have even a sniffle. This is one powerful product. ~Margie 
I rest my case...there is a reason Shaklee is the #1 Natural Nutrition company in the world & been in business over 50 years... THEY MANUFACTURE GOOD STUFF! Nutriferion is patented world wide, making it the only formula of it's kind. 46 years of research and developement went into this one product (Nutriferon) alone! 
Bottomline your health and your future is in your hands. I have delivered the information to you what you decide to do with it is up to you.
Cindy McAsey call me at 888-272-6701
Barefoot in the Garden
To keep your body feeling and looking it's best you must understand what is happening to age your body and how to deal with it so it doesn't has as much effect on you.
High levels of inflammation are the result of an overreactive immune system, which can be managed through anti-inflammatory substances.
Chronic and systemic inflammation has been correlated to diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and atherosclerosis. An inflammatory marker called C-Reactive Protein (CRP) was shown in the 1990s to be equally or more accurate in predicting a heart attack as high blood pressure or cholesterol.
While results are still inconclusive with regards to the role of inflammation in degenerative diseases, there is strong evidence to support these claims.
Facts are inflammation may be the cause of the body broken down or weakened by old age actually gives us great hope. High levels of inflammation are the result of an overreactive immune system, which can be managed through anti-inflammatory substances.
Six preventative tips to help you keep inflammation – and the associated pain and stiffness – at bay:
1. Include plenty of Omega 3 Fatty Acids in your diet. Omega 3 rich oils from cold water fatty fish, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds** are powerful anti-inflammatory agents. Cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil is another great source of heart healthy fat.
2. Berries are packed with amazing phytochemicals and antioxidants that combat free radicals in your body. Free radicals create oxidation and inflammation. Studies show that blueberries are particularly helpful for neurological health; they were shown to enhance cognition and coordination.
3. Vitamin C is another great antioxidant and is essential for connective tissue health. Vitamin C has also been shown to reduce the negative effects of stress hormones post exercise, so if you’re headed to the gym, be sure to take along some Emergen-C.
4. Drink plenty of purified water! Your body needs fluid to flush waste products and toxins out of the body as well as carry the phytonutrients from your digestive system to your cells.
5. Apples and red onions are high in a nutrient called quercetin, a powerful anti-inflammatory. Including these foods in your diet may help inhibit inflammation.
6. Avoid sugar and chemically laden foods! This is probably the most important point. If you’re diet is generally poor, no supplements or foods alone are powerful enough to overcome it. On the list of foods to avoid are white bread, white refined sugar, high fructose corn syrup, and artificial sweeteners.
**pumpkin seeds is one of the main ingredients in Nutriferon Learn more about this powerful immune builder and see why think Nutriferon will be the answer for many this fall when the flu virus's kick in full force.
Cindy McAsey
888-272-6701
Barefoot in the Garden
Providing natural solutions for anti-aging
