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Natural solution for Sleep Apnea

Posted by youngaga On August - 8 - 2011Comments Off

For a multitude of reasons our postings have become irregular of late….but, in the interim we have been meeting more old friends – some of whom, with age, have developed a condition known as Sleep Apnea. Not only that, we’re shocked at the amount of money they’d had to shell out to buy the pipe-like contraptions that are medically advised!

We decided to do some research to find a natural solution for Sleep Apnea and we did find one.

Now, here is a bit of information on Sleep Apnea. A common but serious sleep disorder also known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), it is characterized by prolonged, heavy snoring. But the accompanying health issues which result from Sleep Apnea can far exceed the disturbance that snoring causes.

Research shows that sleep apnea can have far more serious consequences than just fatigue. A 2004 study found that men who suffer from OSA are five times more likely to develop cardiovascular disease, regardless of their age, body mass index, and blood pressure or smoking habits.

People with sleep apnea actually stop breathing during their sleep, with each episode lasting a minute or longer. So part of the reason a person with Sleep Apnea feels fatigued during the day is because their body hasn’t been getting enough oxygen during sleeping hours.

The word “apnea” literally means “without breath,” and that’s a good way to describe how a significant percent of all middle-aged men and women in North America spend their nights.

The most common Sleep Apnea treatment is called nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in which a device supplies a stream of air through a small plastic mask secured over the nose. This is usually effective, but it’s somewhat cumbersome and can be hard to get used to.

The natural solution for Sleep Apnea relies however on a completely different approach, and is definitely worth looking at. Try this program – it has worked for many and comes with a money-back guarantee!

A bonus! Be sure of an uninterrupted night’s sleep for your partner since it’s a natural solution for snoring, as well.


New study links Vitamin D deficiency to asthma & COPD

Posted by youngaga On February - 13 - 2011Comments Off

A mouse study out of Australia has provided the first concrete evidence of a link between vitamin D deficiency and decreased lung function. In fact, this study shows that vitamin D deficiency actually alters the very structure of the lungs, resulting in lower lung volume.

Although this was a mouse study, it follows right along with previous human studies showing a link between vitamin D deficiency and the severity of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD, one of the most common lung diseases, makes it difficult to breathe. This particular study was able to show a direct causal link between vitamin D deficiency and lung function. The results raised concerns about the increased prevalence of vitamin D deficiency.

Equally concerning is the misguided, way too low, vitamin D recommendations from the Institute of Medicine (see the February 2011 issue of Nutrition & Healing for Dr. Wright’s take on the IOM’s conclusions).

A new assay hitting Europe is able to determine early vitamin D deficiency by measuring blood levels of 25-hydroxy (25-OH) vitamin D. What’s so special about that? Vitamin D testing is known for being pretty inaccurate. Testing 25-OH vitamin D is the most accurate type of vitamin D test. Tech company Abbott, which developed the assay, says this means more opportunities for preventative and therapeutic action.

In the meantime, Dr. Wright has previously stated that sunlight is the very best source of vitamin D (the rays start a chain of reaction within the human body that results in the production of vitamin D). Of course, he also says that many don’t get enough sun these days, so supplementation is key. And, it’s Vitamin D3 that is essential.

Both Dr Wright and Dr Al Sears recommend 4,000 International Units of Vitamin D3 daily for adults and teens, 1,000 IU for infants and small children, and 2,000 IU for everyone in between. Of course, it’s always best to consult with a doctor skilled in natural medicine in determining proper supplement dosage.

Roshmi & Jay
The Natural Health & Beauty Website
http://www.youngagainforever.com

An Unique Eye Strengthening Program

Posted by youngaga On January - 23 - 2011Comments Off

If you’re a regular reader of our blog you know already that it IS possible to stop the cycle of eyesight deterioration. However, this one is for those who are not in the  know!

It is possible to strengthen the eyes (and in some cases, reverse loss of vision),  by using special eye exercises, and eyesight building techniques.

Inevitably, various questions will pop up in your mind as you read this. I list below answers to the most commonly asked questions:

Q: How can the Rebuild Your Vision Program improve eyesight problems?
A: Internal muscles control the eyes’ focusing abilities. Due to various environmental and genetic factors, the use of eyeglasses and contact lenses, and the natural aging process, these muscles can become weak and distorted, causing blurred vision.

Eye exercises designed specifically can strengthen and retrain the eye muscles in the same way as any other muscle system can successfully be subjected to training. Firstly, the exercises strengthen the eye muscles. Then the eye muscles are re-trained to alter their point of focus, so the lenses can refract light in the correct manner, to  enable sight without the aid of corrective lenses.

Q: How does the Rebuild Your Vision Program retrain the eyes?
A: Re-training is achieved through a specific series of  optical drills and exercises that stimulate the integral muscles of the eye in a manner that would never be achieved through normal daily use. In addition, the Rebuild Your Vision package also includes special techniques to prevent further impairment of vision in the future.

Q: How long does it take to see an improvement?
A: Rebuild Your Vision is a 30-day program, with each daily session lasting 25 minutes. Many people notice vision improvement in a few weeks, followed by further gains over the course of the following months. After completion of the first 30 days, advanced levels of the program, included in the  program, can be practiced for further on-going improvement.

Q: Will the eye exercises help my particular vision problem?
A: The eye exercises were specifically developed to improve visual acuity in the following vision problem areas:

1)Aging Vision(Presbyopia)
2)Farsightedness(Hyperopia)
3)Nearsightedness(Myopia)
4)Astigmatism

Q: My deterioration is rather advanced. Can the program help me?
A: The program can help improve all levels of faulty eyesight pertaining to the above conditions.

Q: Do the same exercises work for all eyesight problems?
A: Specific exercises have been customized for specific conditions. Complete instructions and support are available with the package.

Q: How is Rebuild Your Vision different from other programs?
A: Orlin Sorensen has focused on developing the most effective program for nearsightedness, farsightedness, aging vision, and astigmatism. The program is unique in several ways:

a).It provides you with exercises tailored for specific conditions.
b).It includes the most cutting edge optical exercises and vision techniques.
c).It includes more optical exercises and drills than others.
d).You receive unlimited personal support.
e).We have used the program ourselves & know that it delivers excellent results.
f).The Rebuild Your Vision program is extremely cost-effective & can save you a lot of money.

Q: Is there any proof that it works?
A: Rebuild Your Vision has actual, before-and-after results documented by objective and knowledgeable authorities, such as an optometrist and the U.S. Navy. You can read testimonials from actual users here:
http://www.youngagainforever.com/better_vision_naturally.htm

Q: What do I do with my current glasses while my vision is  improving?
A: The program recommends setting clear multi-level goals.  The first goal is to prevent further deterioration of your vision and reduce your dependency on glasses or contacts.  This can be effected in the first few days of the program with simple techniques. The second goal is to improve your  vision to an extent that you can see without using your glasses at all.

Q: Can I maintain my vision improvement permanently?
A: After you achieve your desired goals of vision improvement, you’ll need to do some maintenance, between 20 and 40 minutes per week, for the first few months. After that, maintenance sessions twice a month  are required.

Q: Can they ship internationally?
A: Yes! They have a very strong customer base worldwide, including the UK, Singapore, and Australia.

Q: Is the program suitable for children?
A: Yes, the program can be very beneficial to children.  However, the child should be at least 10 years old. Please consult your optometrist or ophthalmologist before beginning your child on any vision improvement program.

Q: Will I get my money back, if it doesn’t work for me?
A: The Rebuild Your Vision Program works very effectively! Orlin Sorensen, the founder of the program, confidently gives you the strongest, stand-by-the-product guarantee; use it for 180 days, risk-free. If you are not happy for any reason whatsoever, simply drop it in the mail and we will refund you 100% of the purchase price (including shipping & handling). You incur NO RISK at all. No other programs offer such a guarantee!

More related info at:
http://www.youngagainforever.com/better_vision_naturally.htm

Eliminate wrinkles - very powerful technique

Posted by youngaga On November - 14 - 2010Comments Off

You must have seen people with deep grooves in their faces, and promised yourself that you’d never let your face look like a dried-up prune. Fortunately, we do have some control over the changing texture of our skin as it ages, even though we may not be able to completely put off the wrinkles and expression lines as they develop.

We’ve just came across a new stratagem that has proved very effective for some people in preventing wrinkles, although we have not tried it ourselves as yet (but intend to).

This involves applying fish oil directly to your wrinkles. This makes sense to us, as we all know that fish, especially those that are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, are great for the heart as well as the brain. So why not for the skin too? However a word of caution, take care while applying near the eyes that none of it gets in the eye. Leave the fish oil on for about 20 minutes, then wash off the excess. Lastly, don’t apply any face cream or makeup on the area for at least 30 minutes or so.

Years will drop away from your face with regular application of fish oil on your wrinkles. But to hasten the process you must also do the facial exercises we’ve written about in a previous posting.  We repeat them here for your benefit to ensure you look your best before the festive season.

Face Exercise #3 of 40: Cheek-Fat Curl

This exercise targets the Circular Orbicularis Oris muscles around your mouth, while also strengthening your Mantalis and chin muscles. This exercise strips the fat away from your cheeks, toning and firming your muscles and skin to uncover a sculpted face.

Face Exercise #5 of 40 : The Jaw-Liner

The Jaw-Liner exercise focuses on your lower facial muscles. This exercise trims your sagging jowls and double chin to build a sleek, defined jaw line and youthful neck.

We’d suggest you do all 40 facial exercises to eliminate wrinkles if you want amazingly fast results

Towards banishing wrinkles fast,

Roshmi & Jay
www.youngagainforever
The Natural Health & Beauty Website

Prevent Prostate Cancer & Prostate Enlargement

Posted by youngaga On November - 12 - 2010Comments Off

We think it’s wonderful the way public initiatives have expanded to creating awareness of specific health issues. Growing a mustache to raise awareness about prostate cancer is a novel idea to draw attention to this potentially dangerous cancer that affects men only. ‘Movember’ (Mustache + November), which started in Australia 7 years ago, has gained global momentum, branding November as the ‘prostrate cancer awareness month’.

The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes & carries sperm during ejaculation. The gland is located at the base of the penis and in front of the rectum, just beneath the bladder. Even if cancer does not develop, most men experience continued enlargement of the prostate throughout life. In time the enlarged prostate can cause uncomfortable urinary symptoms or significantly block urine flow. Doctors aren’t sure exactly what causes the prostate to enlarge. It may be due to changes in the balance of sex hormones as men grow older.

Prostate cancer is potentially dangerous because research has shown that men are 40% more likely than women to die from cancer because they put off visiting the doctor. Initiatives such as Movember highlight the positive benefits of regular check-ups and prevention strategies (including a PSA - prostate specific antigen – test, if required), which can help prevent the problem before it occurs.

Prostate cancer prevention strategies include diet, nutrition and life-style changes.

In this context and in solidarity with “Movember” we append below a message received from Dr Al Sear’s about his breakthrough prostate formula.

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“Your chance of keeping good urine flow and healthy prostate function by the time you’re 80 years old is just 1 in 10.

Are those the odds you’re willing to live with?

Dr. Sears’ new and improved Prosta-Vive helps keep your prostate its healthy size, letting you enjoy a powerful flow every time you need to go.

When Japanese researchers ran studies on just one of the nutrients in Prosta-Vive, they found:

* Residual urine decreased by 92%

* Urine force and flow improved by 86%

* Need to urinate at night dropped by 85%

* The feeling of strain during urination dropped by 56%

Every man needs prostate support. If you need support, don’t wait. Give yourself the support you need for daily, long-term support.

Dr. Sears’ formula goes above and beyond the traditional herbs used for prostate support. And it’s fully guaranteed.”
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Check out Prosta-Vive for a healthy prostate

Here’s to Movember & prostate cancer awareness,

Roshmi & Jay
http://www.youngagainforever.com
The Natural Health & Beauty Website

Back pain & hip-flexor muscles

Posted by youngaga On November - 6 - 2010Comments Off

Do you suffer from back pain? Chances are you do, even if only an irritating ‘heaviness’ around the lower back which occurs too consistently to ignore. Back pain has nothing to do with your age; more likely it has something to do with the number of hours you spend sitting on your behind. All the hours sitting behind your desk, in your car and in front of the television, may not seem long, but they can add up to six to eight hours a day in the seated position.

The bad news is that your body wasn’t designed to spend so much time sitting down. Long periods of sitting, exert enormous pressure on your hip flexors, and can be a major cause of lower-back pain.

Your hip-flexor muscles are the muscles at the front of your hips and pelvis. Stretching your hip-flexors several times a week can help prevent back pain. Here’s a simple stretch for the hip flexor muscles:

  • Start by standing up straight with both feet flat on the floor. Put your hands on your hips and keep your back and hips in alignment
  • Place your right foot forward, maintaining the same straight alignment
  • Push your hips forward, without actually bending the knees, while maintaining your erect posture. Push your hips forward slowly until you feel tension in the muscles on the front of your left hip. Hold till the count of 10
  • Repeat the sequence on the other side by reversing legs - putting your left foot forward to create tension in your right hip-flexors.

Simple, isn’t it? This is just one exercise that works to stretch the hip-flexors, but some people can do with a little extra help. We’ve seen a number of our readers losing the back pain and improving their stamina, flexibility and energy by doing 5 simple but remarkable exercises. Read the testimonials about the Tibetan yoga rejuvenation exercises.

It’s important to remember that back pain is often an issue with muscles and bones that aren’t in your back. Time and lack of use shorten your muscle fibers making them more and more inflexible, pulling your bones out of alignment. Shortening of muscles in the legs, hips and torso causes build up of excessive pressure on nerves and tissues in the human skeletal system. One of the most affected areas is the back. That’s the reason stretching exercises should be the building blocks of any regular exercise program.

Equally important is to select exercises that do not over-stress or weaken ligaments and tendons. Care in this area will prevent lower back pains from developing as well. The 5 select and simple exercises, of the Tibetan rejuvenation yoga program, which will also help eliminate lower back pain, are our favored way to go.

Here’s to a stronger back - and it’s many benefits…

Roshmi & Jay

Macular Degeneration & Vitamin B

Posted by youngaga On September - 11 - 2010Comments Off

One of our greatest fears as we get older is about the condition of the eyes. How long can we sustain our vision?

Few treatments exist for a condition that is likely to affect as many as 10 million plus seniors in North America – age-related macular degeneration. And, even more worrying is the fact that such treatment is available only for the advanced forms of the condition.

Under the circumstances, some hope for prevention of onset of macular degeneration is offered by the results of a study funded by the National Eye Institute. One of the findings of this study is that high blood levels of the amino acid, homocysteine, may contribute to age-related macular degeneration. In addition, the report also mentions the possible benefit from taking folic acid, vitamins B-6 and B-12. These vitamins are known to reduce blood levels of homocysteine.

Most reports are circumspect when reporting their findings and far from free with their recommendations. But reading between the lines one can safely deduce (without being Sherlock Holmes) that upping your daily dose of Vitamin B complex may be one route to putting off the onset of macular degeneration as long as possible.

Of all the senses, eyesight is one of the most precious – do everything possible to ensure better vision naturally, as long as is possible.

To your better eyesight,

Roshmi & Jay
http://www.youngagainforever.com
The Natural Health Website

Vitamin C has huge benefits

Posted by youngaga On October - 8 - 2007Comments Off


Welcome back to our blog!

You will find the information in the following excerpts extremely useful to your good health.

Vitamin C is good for you… its importance dates back to early explorers crossing the ocean by ship who suffered from something called scurvy — caused by a deficiency of vitamin C.

There is now a continual stream of research on vitamin C and its related health benefits — which include antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties, along with the fact that it has been shown to be a heart-health booster.

Naturopathic physician Mark Stengler, ND, provides the latest thinking on the many positive attributes of vitamin C.

 

HEART HEALTH

It has great value in reducing risk for cardiovascular disease, as shown by numerous research studies. Nurses’ Health Study which followed more than 85,000 women for up to 16 years, demonstrated that a higher intake (in this case, more than 359 mg/day from dietary sources and supplements) reduced cardiovascular risk by 27%… and an analysis of nine other studies tracking more than 290,000 adults that showed a 25% reduction in risk in those who took more than 700 mg of supplemental vitamin C, compared with those who took none.

Not only has vitamin C been shown to decrease risk for heart attacks, it also seems to reduce damage following one. In a study called the Myocardial Infarction and Vitamins (MIVIT) trial, researchers found that patients who suffered an acute heart attack and then supplemented for one month with 1,200 mg of vitamin C (along with 600 mg of vitamin E) after an initial IV infusion of vitamin C had a reduced rate of complications from the heart attack.

“This doesn’t surprise me,” Dr. Stengler told me, “since vitamin C has so many protective functions, including increasing blood vessel flexibility (so they do not rupture as easily) and preventing the oxidation of LDL cholesterol.”


IMMUNE BOOSTING

In addition to acting as a powerful antioxidant and helping protect the body from free radical damage, vitamin C also supports immune function. It enhances the activity of white blood cells, the body’s first defense against pathogens. And it improves immune response partly by activating an antiviral chemical produced by the body called interferon.

Additionally, vitamin C helps to regenerate other antioxidants, including vitamin E, by acting as a “recycling service” for antioxidants in the body, causing them to re-circulate in the bloodstream and thus delivering “double duty” protective action.

OTHER HEALTH BENEFITS

Vitamin C is…

a.. A collagen builder. Collagen is an important structural component of bones and tissues


b.. A detoxifier. Vitamin C is involved in the production of bile acids, which carry toxins out of the liver.

c.. An agent for longevity. Two major studies have associated vitamin C status with longevity. In a study of more than 19,000 adults, those with the highest blood levels of vitamin C had about half the risk for mortality compared with those with the lowest levels of vitamin C in their blood.

RECOMMENDED DAILY ALLOWANCE


Though the current recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin C is only 90 mg for men and 75 mg for women (add an extra 35 mg for smokers), Dr. Stengler believes a far higher intake is beneficial. “For general prevention and overall health, studies suggest 400 to 500 mg daily,” he said. For those with heart disease he recommends 500 mg to 1,500 mg daily.

 

For more information on:

Nutritional supplements

 

http://www.youngagainforever.com/Nutritional_Supplements.htm

 

Eyecare

 

http://www.youngagainforever.com/better_vision_naturally.htm

 

 

Visit our blog and website regularly for important information on natural health therapies.

 

To your good health and vision,

Roshmi & Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

The Natural Health & Beauty Website

Vitamins E & C for a Healthy Heart

Posted by youngaga On September - 14 - 2007Comments Off


Hello there,

 

Please read this important message for the sake of your heart. The information is provided in an article by Galina Samitova.

 

Vitamins are very important when it comes to keeping your heart healthy. You need to eat the right foods of course, but you also need to supplement the food you eat with the vitamins necessary for your body to stay in shape and to keep your heart healthy.

 

Vitamin E is a vitamin that is essential to improving the overall health of your heart. Taken correctly, vitamin E will stop the cholesterol in the body from harming the arteries that surround the heart. Anytime cholesterol oxidizes, it sticks to the sides of the arteries and can lead to blockages. The blockages can cause heart attacks or other serious heart problems.

 

Eat foods that are naturally rich in vitamin E, such as nuts. Most nuts have high amounts of vitamin E. You can find other foods that contain vitamin E as well, although nuts are exceptionally rich in this vitamin.

 

Research has shown Vitamin E can help those who have already suffered a heart attack. This vitamin helps to prevent heart attacks in the future by opening up the arteries to eliminate blockage.

You can use vitamin C to boost the effects of vitamin E. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, which prevents the damaging effects that cholesterol has on the body. Along with preventing cholesterol from damaging the body, vitamin C also helps vitamin E with its functions, including protecting your arteries and your heart.

 

By taking both vitamin C and E as a combination, you will be taking steps toward a healthier heart. This is the accepted way of protecting your heart. If you have a history of heart disease or heart problems in your family, these vitamins are essential to your diet.

 

As far as your dosage goes, it will vary from person to person, although 400 international units of vitamin E and C are the recommended amounts for most people.

 

Finally, you should always try to ensure that you get the proper amount of vitamins in your daily diet. Taking additional vitamins and supplements is usually helpful to your overall health. For more information on natural health supplements

http://www.youngagainforever.com/Nutritional_Supplements.htm

 

To your good health and vision – for life!

 

Roshmi & Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

The Natural Health & Beauty Website

 

Eggs & Spinach may protect from Blindness

Posted by youngaga On September - 12 - 2007Comments Off


 


Hello .

Here is a very interesting article from Yahoo News if you are worried about age-related vision problems.

 

Two nutrients found in eggs, spinach and other leafy green vegetables offer some protection against the most common cause of blindness among the elderly, researchers said on Monday.

 

Age-related macular degeneration affects 1.2 million Americans, mostly after age 65, and the irreversible condition gets gradually worse, robbing victims of the center of their vision. Many people may be susceptible due to genetic factors, while smoking is known to heighten the risk.

 

The two nutrients, lutein and zeaxanthin, are both carotenoids — compounds that give many fruits and vegetables a yellow color.

 

They help ward off the condition, apparently by allowing the eyes to filter harmful short-wavelength light and by curtailing other damaging effects to the macula, or the center of the eye’s retina, the researchers said.

 

“No clear associations with other nutrients were seen,” including the vitamins C and E and beta-carotene, according to the researchers, led by John Paul SanGiovanni of the National Eye Institute, one of the National Institutes of Health in Maryland.

 

The 6-year study asked about the dietary habits of 4,519 people aged 60 to 80 when enrolled.

 

Those in the top fifth of dietary consumption of foods containing the two nutrients had 35 percent less chance of developing the condition compared to those in the lowest fifth of consumption.

 

“Lutein and zeaxanthin may be considered as useful agents in food or supplement-based interventions designed to reduce the risk of AMD,” the researchers wrote in their report, published in the journal Archives of Ophthalmology.

 

Foods considered good sources of the nutrients include eggs, spinach, kale, turnip greens, collard greens, romaine lettuce, broccoli, zucchini, corn, garden peas and Brussels sprouts.

 

We hope you found this article useful.  For more information on improving your vision, and treating cataracts :

http://www.youngagainforever.com/better_vision_naturally.htm

 

To your good health and vision – for life,

Roshmi & Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

The Natural Health & Beauty Website

 

Lithium fights Alzheimer’s

Posted by youngaga On August - 31 - 2007Comments Off


 

Welcome back!

Here is some life-changing information that we would like to share with you.  It was described in a publication that was sent to us.

Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. was recently awarded the Linus Pauling Award by his contemporaries, who call him the greatest genius in alternative medicine.  The award is the discipline’s highest honour for a lifetime of achievement in naturopathic medicine. Thousands of forward-thinking doctors have sought him out for advice and guidance in seeking natural therapies for health problems that have defied drugs and conventional treatments.

Alzheimer’s is NOT a death sentence and you do not have to lose your wits. Natural treatments do exist that block major Alzheimer’s pathways.

Scientists believe they have confirmed what they once thought impossible - that you can actually “re-grow” and regenerate your brain— at any age.

Lithium aspartate and orotate have been shown to block major pathways in recent studies!

Why have you not heard this before?

Probably because lithium aspartate and lithium orotate are minerals.

Which means they cannot be patented, so it is not in the financial interest of drug companies to promote them.

Lithium aspartate or lithium orotate— completely safe minerals you can pick up at any health food store for about 26 cents.

Most people think Lithium is for mental cases in strait-jackets. But that’s lithium carbonate, which is only available with a prescription and used to treat bipolar disorder. In fact, lithium is not a drug at all. It’s a mineral-part of the same family of minerals that includes sodium and potassium.

Discuss Dr Wright’s findings with your family doctor if you, or a member of your family, suffers from Alzheimer’s.

To learn about varied natural health issues and remedies, visit our popular website.

To your good health – for life.

Roshmi and Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

The Natural Health and Beauty Website

Carnosine - The Miracle Worker

Posted by youngaga On August - 30 - 2007Comments Off

Read this and act fast!

 

Recent research has added yet more successes to the list of properties of a little known substance - Carnosine. It was first discovered in 1900 in Russia but its incredible properties have only recently been recognised following several research projects in Russia, Japan, Australia, UK and USA. Scientists around the world are now looking to see what other tricks this innocent looking chemical has up its sleeve.

Ethos Endymion is the very best brand of L-Carnosine available anywhere in the world as backed by Professor Steven Charles Gallant and his years of research into L-Carnosine).

 

 

What is it?

Carnosine is a combination of two important amino acids, beta-alanine and L-histidine. It occurs naturally in the human body (mainly in muscle) and can also be found in many animals. Carnosine is easily broken down into beta-alanine and L-histidine, but the remarkable thing is that these two amino acids now work much more efficiently than they would have done if they hadn’t combined to form Carnosine in the first place! While still combined together as Carnosine it has the unique ability to rejuvenate cells i.e. to make old cells younger and extend their life-cycle. Carnosine is the only compound commercially available that possesses this very rare and unique ability.

 

What does it do?

There are numerous technical papers on Carnosine and its derivatives and they are too complex to discuss here. In simple language, Carnosine has the ability to change itself into numerous compounds that can each carry out or enhance many important body functions. These include, in no particular order:

 

a) Can bind to harmful metal compounds and inactivate them.

b) Turn the resultant carnosine/metal compound into useful antioxidants that in turn become anti-ulcer agents.

c) Stabilise and protect cell membranes, helping to protect the cells from harmful free radicals.

d) Protect healthy cells from radiation damage (certain cancer treatments).

e) Act as a neuro-transmitter - a chemical that helps messages jump from one nerve to another. This helps boost memory and fight dementia (Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease).

f) Allergy fighter.

g) Improve blood flow to brain.

h) Block activation of guanylate cyclase - an enzyme linked to asthma, migraine, septic shock and cancer.

i) Special carnosine derivatives can clear the build up of abnormal protein and sugar compounds in the eye - various forms of these can lead to cataracts, glaucoma and Macular Degeneration.

j) Acts as a catalyst to enhance the work of numerous other nutrients and compounds.

 

There is a special bonus offer being offered by an reputable source of an extra thirty percent (30%) of  L-Carnosine when you buy a 100 gram tub. As the suggested daily dose is one gram, you effectively get an extra 30 day supply at no cost. The bonus offer expires at midnight on August 31

Look and feel young again forever

 

 

What does this mean?

Carnosine’s unique ability to repair cells, protect them and increase the effectiveness of so many other compounds within the body means that its effects are numerous and in many cases remarkable. Clinical research has now confirmed that Carnosine (and its derivatives) show marked improvements in the following conditions:

 

1) Arthritis and bone health.

2) High blood pressure AND low blood pressure!

3) Regulates blood clotting and eases resultant conditions.

4) Ulcers.

5) Wounds and skin health.

6) Cancer.

7) Increased lifespan and anti-aging.

8) Cataracts and other eye disorders (using N-alpha-acetyl-Carnosine or NAC for short).

9) Muscular conditions.

10) Improve learning and special awareness (ADHD and autism).

11) Conditions linked to poor memory and confusion.

12) Increases the body’s own stem cell production. Stem cells have the remarkable potential to develop into many different cell types in the body and serve as a natural repair system.

 

The list goes on………

 

The work done by Carnosine as an antioxidant and cell protector has another most welcome effect. It speeds up cell replacement. This means that old, damaged cells are replaced by new, healthy cells. Skin and complexion are younger and fresher. Hair and nails improve their condition. Carnosine really is a super anti-ageing supplement.

 

And finally……

There are no known adverse side effects to taking Carnosine - even at very high doses (50g+).

 

There is a special bonus offer being offered by this source of an extra thirty percent (30%) of  L-Carnosine when you buy a 100 gram tub. As the suggested daily dose is one gram, you effectively get an extra 30 day supply at no cost.

The bonus offer expires at midnight on August 31

Look and feel young again forever

 

To your good health – for life.

 

Roshmi and Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

The Natural Health and Beauty Website

Raw Dark Chocolate

Posted by youngaga On August - 28 - 2007Comments Off

Hi!

Here are excerpts from Dr Kim’s newsletter on the benefits of eating raw dark chocolate.

Here are the key reasons why eating raw chocolate is good for your health:

*Raw chocolate is naturally rich in flavonoids, which are natural nutrients with antioxidant properties - the same nutrients that make berries, grapes, and green tea health-promoting foods.

* Flavonoids that are abundant in raw chocolate can protect your cells against damage by free radicals, which can help to prevent premature aging.

*Flavonoids in raw chocolate are good for your heart, as they can help to prevent stickiness of platelets, which are cells that play an important role in blood clotting.

*Flavonoids can help your body produce nitric oxide, a compound that promotes a healthy cardiovascular system.

The health benefits of chocolate are mainly due to its rich flavonoid content. And the more chocolate is processed, the fewer flavonoids it retains. Fewer flavonoids translates to less antioxidant content and less potential health benefits.

If you want to eat chocolate to optimally support your health, your best choice is raw, organic chocolate that has no added ingredients like sugar, milk, and oil. Your next best choice is dark chocolate with 70 percent or more cocoa content, but this ranks a distant second to raw chocolate, since conventional dark chocolate bars are exposed to significant heat and processing. Most varieties of milk chocolate have only about 25 to 50 percent the flavonoid content of dark chocolate, and white chocolate has no flavonoids.

The antioxidant content of different foods is measured by what’s called the ORAC test; the higher the ORAC value for a food, the greater its antioxidant content. Here is a list of ORAC values for foods that are known to be rich in antioxidants, as calculated by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Journal of the American Chemical Society:

Dark chocolate 13,120

Milk chocolate 6,740

Prunes 5,770

Raisins 2,830

Blueberries 2,400

Blackberries 2,036

Kale 1,770

Strawberries 1,540

Spinach 1,260

Raspberries 1,220

Brussels sprouts 980

Plums 949

Alfalfa sprouts 930

Broccoli 890

Beyond its value as a food that is super-rich in antioxidants, raw chocolate is also abundant in the following health-promoting nutrients:

*Serotonin (3 mg per 100 g) and tyramine (2 mg per 100 g) - both are capable of creating a mild calming effect.

*Copper (0.8 mg per 100 g) - needed for energy production, proper nerve signalling, optimal bone health, and formation of healthy connective tissue in your heart and blood vessels.

*Phenylethylamine (PEA) - can help to promote mental alertness and focus. It is also thought to combat feelings of depression, and is released within your brain when you are in love.

*Magnesium (131 mg per 100 g) - is needed for healthy bones and teeth, energy production, and optimal heart, nerve, and muscle health. Magnesium levels tend to be low during menstruation, which may explain why some women tend to crave chocolate on a periodic basis.

To keep raw chocolate as fresh as possible, it is best to store it in your refrigerator or a cool, dry place.

Thank you, Dr Kim.

To your good health – for life.

Roshmi & Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

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Brown Vs White Rice

Posted by youngaga On July - 19 - 2007Comments Off


Welcome to our Blog!

Here is some information  from Dr Kim’s Newsletter:

We faithfully read Dr Kim’s newsletters because of its excellent content.

Some important points and guidelines on eating white and brown rice:

1. Since white rice is brown rice that has been stripped of some of its nutrients, brown rice is superior in its nutritional content. Specifically, brown rice is an excellent source of niacin (vitamin B3) and magnesium, a good source of thiamin (vitamin B1) and iron and a moderate source of protein, fiber and zinc.

2. White rice has less fiber and vitamins than brown rice, but is an excellent source of niacin and a moderate source of protein, thiamin and iron.

3. If you can eat brown rice without experiencing any abdominal discomfort, bloating, or gas, then it is a better choice for you than white rice because of its greater nutritional density.

4. If you experience abdominal discomfort or bloating after eating brown rice, it is worth your while to try eating white rice. Because of its lower fiber content, white rice is less abrasive to your intestinal lining than brown rice, a helpful feature if you have weak or damaged intestines. Many people who have colitis and/or problems with diarrhea find that they can digest white rice without any discomfort, while brown rice causes pain and gas production.

5. If you choose to eat white rice, be sure to eat it with plenty of cooked vegetables to prevent constipation. Fiber from well cooked vegetables does not typically cause irritation to a weakened or damaged intestinal lining.

6. If you are a diabetic or are at risk of being a diabetic, it is best to stay away from white rice completely because of the stress it puts on your blood sugar-regulating mechanisms.

 

For more information on health and nutrition, visit

http://www.youngagainforever.com/Nutritional_Supplements.htm

To your good health,

Roshmi and Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

The Importance of Vitamin D

Posted by youngaga On July - 12 - 2007Comments Off


Excerpts from :
National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements; Daily Herald interviews

Studies point to a protective effect by vitamin D against cancers of the colon, prostate, ovaries, pancreas and kidney, as well as heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, arthritis and other illnesses.

Many of us aren’t getting enough. Vitamin D researchers say the current recommendations for 200 to 600 international units a day are too low to protect against cancer and other diseases.

“We just don’t get as much sun as we used to get, and we’re not getting it in our diets,” said Massey, who is medical director for alternative and complementary medicine at Alexian and a Daily Herald columnist.

The body synthesizes vitamin D from exposure to ultraviolet rays. Northerners get less sunlight, particularly in the winter, and studies have found we usually have less vitamin D in our blood.

We’ve also become more cautious about the dangers of melanoma and other skin cancers from sun exposure. So sunbathing is out. Wider use of sunscreens has further limited UV absorption by our skin.

Vitamin D is present in fish and fortified dairy products, but otherwise is scarce in our diet. One cup of fortified milk has 98 international units of vitamin D, a quarter of the recommended intake for adults over age 51.

So how much do we need? And what’s the best way to get it?

Federal guidelines recommend 200 to 600 units of vitamin D a day, depending on age. But most studies have found that higher doses are needed to protect against cancer and other illnesses.

Dr. Richard Hellman, an endocrinologist in Kansas City, Mo., and president of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, recommends 1,000 to 2,000 units a day. Half of his diabetes patients are deficient, he said.

Researchers are learning that vitamin D strengthens the immune system and helps regulate cell growth, a basic biologic process that goes haywire in cancer.

Where to Find Vitamin D

1. In food:

* Cod liver oil: 1 tablespoon, 1,360 units

* Salmon, cooked: 3.5 ounces, 360 units

* Tuna fish, canned in oil: 3 ounces, 200 units

* Milk, vitamin-D fortified: 1 cup, 98 units

* Cereals, fortified: 1 cup, 40 units

* Egg: 1 whole, 20 units

* Cheese, Swiss: 1 ounce, 12 units

2. In sunlight: The skin synthesizes vitamin D from ultraviolet rays. How much depends on geographical location and the intensity of the rays, as well as your skin type. Doctors urge caution; too much sun exposure increases your risk of skin cancer.

3. In supplements: Look for vitamin D3, or cholecalciferol. Vitamin D2, or ergocalciferol, is less effective in preventing cancer.

We hope you find this information both interesting and beneficial.

To your good health,

Roshmi and Jay

http://www.youngagainforever.com

Carrot & Herbs Soup will Soup up your Eyes

Posted by youngaga On June - 20 - 2007Comments Off
That’s right! Putting this soup on your menu will certainly help you get some of the anti-oxidants you need to keep your eyes healthy & your vision clear.

All you need are 1 lb. carrots (chopped), 1 sweet potato (chopped), 2 onions (chopped), a handful fresh coriander (chopped), 6 cloves garlic (chopped), 8 cups of vegetable stock (water will also do), 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp coriander powder, 1 tbsp cumin powder, salt & cayenne pepper to taste.

Brown onions in oil. Add garlic, coriander & cumin powders & continue cooking for a minute. Add the carrot & sweet potato & cook for another couple of minutes. Add stock/water & bring to boil. reduce heat to simmer & allow to cook for 20 minutes, or till the vegetables are done. Add salt, cayenne & coriander leaves.  Puree in a  blender. You can vary the consistency to your taste by adding more stock.
And there you have it - a wonderfully nutritious carrot & fresh herbs soup  & with a ‘Cordon Bleu’ touch.

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Special Prices on Natural Health Products Till June 30, 2007

Posted by youngaga On June - 16 - 2007Comments Off

To assist you with using alternative and complementary medicine for your health, we are presenting to you this coupon for an ADDITIONAL 20% off any order at Native Remedies or PetAlive.com. Place any order by June 30, 2007 and receive an extra 20% off the entire order.

To receive the discount special offer, simply enter natural20 (no spaces) in the Customer Code field in the shopping cart, and then press the Submit button (don’t forget to press SUBMIT!), and you will receive the discount.

Need antioxidants? Get Single Estate Teas at 10% discount!

Posted by youngaga On June - 11 - 2007Comments Off
Some important info…

A few days ago I’d posted information about the dietary benefits of drinking tea. In fact, Health Canada has approved Tea as an alternative for antioxidant supplements- which says a lot.

I’d also mentioned how much we enjoyed Single Estate Teas! Well, this is just to let you know that they are available at The Tea Expo currently on in Atlanta, Georgia (June 9 -11, 2007). Look for Booth # 819, and mention that you’ve been referred by us.

Roshmi

The Lowly Lime

Posted by youngaga On August - 1 - 2006ADD COMMENTS

Hello there! 

There’s more to a slice of lime than to add zip to soda water!

I remember, as a young lad growing up in India, watching in fascination

as this ritual was played out at the end of lunch each afternoon.

In India, the majority of people eat their food with their fingers.
We children,
however, used cutlery. A question of taste…….

After lunch, the server would bring finger-bowls of hot water to each

of the adults, accompanied with a crescent of lime. And my grandmother

would delicately wash her fingers, then crush the lime and rub it into

her fingers and around her lips, before patting dry with a napkin.

It was only much later that it was explained to me that the lime cut

the grease from the fingers, and was also excellent for the skin.

But there’s more……

Did you know that lime, other than cutting through grease and

containing vitamin C, also strengthens the fingernails (and toenails)

when topically applied?
And, based on the same principle, when diluted with 50% water,

it is a marvelous rinse for your hair too. (Don’t use it undiluted on your

hair as it could lighten it.) You see, both your nails and hair

are composed mainly of keratin.

So, be sure to frequently smooth a little lime on your hands,

nails and (diluted) hair.

It’s the natural way to health and beauty.

To your good health.
 

Roshmi & Jay
http://www.youngagainforever.com
 

http://www.youngagainforever.com/Aging_Skin_Care.htm
Detailed information on aging skincare
 

The link between nutrition & vision

Posted by youngaga On June - 26 - 2006ADD COMMENTS

Certain nutrients can actually reduce your likelihood of becoming
blind through eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, and
macular degeneration.

A lesson well learned, since it deals with the subject of the Nutrition and
how it affects your eyesight.

Here is the link to the 10th of the 15 lessons.

http://www.youngagainforever.com/vision_for_life10.html