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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Herbal remedies & supplements
- For people who suffer from arthritis, dependable pain relief is a vital concern. The agonizing sensations of simply walking up the stairs are discouraging and can drive patients into depression. When someone cannot function properly, their body is not in balance and will often become victims of their pain, forcing them to seek alternatives. These people may have tried traditional medications witho...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Keeping illnesses at bay with antioxidant vitamins
- Antioxidant vitamins perform many important tasks that our bodies benefits from. In recent years, a great deal of research has been done concerning the abilities of the antioxidant vitamins to prevent certain diseases, ranging from cancer to heart ailments.One of the many important tasks that antioxidant vitamins perform is that of bringing free radicals under control. But before we get ahe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Some vitamin supplements to enhance your ironman training diet
- There are a host of choices for supplementing your Ironman diet. I'll give you descriptions of a few that I found helpful to my Ironman training and racing. I won't delve too deeply into the world of vitamins. This is an area best left to the experts. As I said earlier, if I have not used a product or diet or anything else concerning Ironman training, I won't recommend it. Here are a few of the su...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Should i be taking vitamin supplements?
- Most people believe that they are reasonably healthy. Exercise, having a solid diet, and keeping stress to a minimum is a great way to live a longer, happier, and healthier life. That being said, will taking vitamin supplements help you even more? Who should take vitamin supplements? Are vitamin supplements only for extremely unhealthy people who simply don't have the time to exercise and eat righ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A review of popular whey protein products
- Because whey protein products have a wide variety of uses and appeal to large groups of people, determining which one can lay claim to the title best whey protein will never be agreed upon by everybody. For some, the powder works the best because they can mix it with flavored juices and produce a pleasing drink that gives them the nutrients they need. For others, it's the concentrate that gives th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The benefits of whey protein concentrate
- Whey protein concentrate popularity has increased dramatically in recent years because of advances in processing technology. Whey protein begins as a watery byproduct of cheese manufacturing. In its crude state, whey is about 93% water, 6.5% lactose, 0.9% protein and 0.2% vitamins, minerals, and fat-soluble nutrients. In this form, whey is not of much benefit to athletes, but with gentle low-tempe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The benefits of whey protein drinks
- Whey proteins drinks, especially shakes, are available in a variety of flavors such as vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate. Whey protein drinks are also available in other flavors such as fruit punch, orange cream and grape.Bodybuilders and athletes find whey proteins are more compatible for their digestive systems as whey protein is lactose free, as well as being lower in calories, sugar an...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A look at whey protein powder
- There are so many different whey protein powder products on the marketplace today that knowing which one is the best one for you is getting increasingly more complicated. To make things even more confusing, many of the competing brands use different suggested serving sizes, different measuring spoons and different container sizes just to make comparisons more difficult.There is more to whey...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The benefits of whey protein
- The benefits of whey protein are so numerous and apply to so many different groups of people, that listing them all would be quite a large undertaking. In the sense of an overview, the benefits of whey protein make it an excellent choice for individuals of all ages who struggle to maintain a healthy diet and to improve their overall health.Providing all of the essential amino acids, which a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Whey protein facts
- Whey protein is a high quality powder made from cow's milk. Cow's milk is made up of two proteins ? casein (80%) and whey (20%). The whey is called the Gold Standard of protein as it is scientifically proven to be the most nutritious protein available. It is also more soluble than casein and has a higher quality rating.Whey protein is not a by-product of making cheese as originally thought,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An introduction to whey protein
- Made from cow's milk, whey protein is a pure, all-natural, high-quality product that contains little to no fat, lactose or cholesterol and is a rich source of essential amino acids. In its purest form, whey protein isolate, it provides benefits for men and women of all ages, including infants and toddlers.Whey protein provides innumerable benefits to athletes and dieters, boosts the immune ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Beneficial effects of vitamins and minerals to your blood
- Vitamins, minerals and other nutrients are essential to the health and functioning of the body and are delivered throughout the body by the blood. There are several vitamins and minerals that directly affect the blood and its ability to perform its important tasks within the body. For the blood to be able to perform its duties properly and efficiently as well as the body and mind in general it is ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Steroid stars
- A long time ago, in the country far, far away, a young boy decided he wanted to change his stars for good. He decided that bodybuilding would be his ticket to the top and starts pumping iron. He quickly became successful, but that was partially due to the fact that bodybuilding was the least popular sport in his country at the time. He continued to win other prizes all over Europe, but realized th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ganoderma lucidum - the wonder herb
- One of the most apparent influences modern times has brought to people is their realization of going back to the basics, to the natural, and to the organic. Although the advances brought by technology has made life easier to people, many are still looking for better organic alternatives that are proven to be more effective in their most natural of form, like Ganoderma Lucidum or commonly known as ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Phytonutrients
- We have all heard that it is important to eat fruits and vegetables everyday. Some of us actually do eat the minimum recommended servings. However science has discovered that consuming increased amounts can provide even greater health benefits.The value of fruits and vegetables goes beyond that of the vitamins and minerals they contain. The discovery of a class of micronutrients (phytonutri...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Vitamins and minerals for healthy hair
- A lot of people actually pay a good deal of money just to make themselves look more attractive and feel better about themselves, but what they don't know is that they can actually achieve this easily by keeping fit and staying healthy. Having lustrous and shiny, full hair is not always due to extremely expensive salon treatments but of impeccable hygiene and a good diet.Antioxidant vitamins...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Antioxidants may prevent childhood asthma
- A source suggests that there may be a new way to help children who are subjected to the dangers of second hand tobacco smoke.It has become apparent that childhood asthma could be prevented with the help of antioxidants such as beta-carotene, vitamin C, and Selenium. This is especially true in cases involving children who are exposed to cigarette smoke.Researchers in a 2004 study look...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Selenium can lift your spirits
- In July of 1995, the United States Department of Agriculture officially published research information, which acknowledges Selenium as "an essential trace element known for its antioxidant prowess."In addition to this, the mineral has been recognized for its ability to lift the spirits, and prevent mood swings of those who take it as a nutritional supplement. In a 15-week clinical study, 30...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Superior absorption of coral calcium
- Over the past few years, Coral Calcium has received a lot of media attention as the widely preferred source of readily absorbable calcium. In 2003, a study was undertaken to compare and contrast the absorption of Ryukyuan Coral Calcium, as opposed to carbonate derived calcium.Twelve normal subjects, including six men and six women, were selected to participate in the study. None of them had...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - B-vitamins help promote healthy arteries and heart
- A 2002 study reported, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation reported that a six-month regiment of taking folic acid, vitamin b12, and vitamin b6 can be instrumental in the prevention of recurring blocked arteries in coronary angioplasty patients.The findings, which were published in the Journal of the American Medical Association are an extension of a clinical trial that examined...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How colostrum differs from herbal remedies
- At some time or another, most people have taken some sort of herbal remedy or supplement to help support their body in achieving optimal health. Now, however, you may be considering taking a Colostrum supplement, and wondering how it differs from standard herbal remedies, in the way it works to benefit your body.The primary difference is that herbal remedies and dietary supplements contain ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips on taking colostrum
- When selecting a brand of Colostrum, you should be sure that it is collected within 24 hours of birth, as that is the time period in which Colostrum has the highest concentration of important immune and growth factors. For best results, Colostrum should not have been exposed to high heat pasteurization, which can cause damage to many of the contained proteins. Processing methods may vary between p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The immune-boosting power of colostrum
- Bovine Colostrum is the form of "milk" taken from dairy cows, within 24 hours of giving birth to a calf. The liquid is known for its high protein immunoglobulin and antibody contents, and numerous immune and growth factors that can be highly beneficial to humans.Although many animals have some sort of colostrum, a lot of scientific research conducted in the last decade has shown that the co...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Colostrum may help prevent upper respiratory tract infections
- A 2003 study by the Health Sciences Department of the University of South Australia suggests that taking concentrated bovine colostrum supplements could reduce the incidence of upper respiratory tract infections.The study involved subjects being randomly allocated to consume 60g/day of Colostrum for eight weeks, then examining their occurrence of symptoms. Results from the first week were k...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Beta-glucan may prevent anthrax when taken orally
- In a 2002 study, a group of researchers used oral Beta Glucan to treat mice infected with Bacillus Anthracites. With the high incidence of anthrax vaccine complications, an alternative preventative approach is sorely needed to deal with this frightening disease. Non specific immune stimulation methods, such as macrophage activation would be an excellent option.The way that anthrax works is ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Beta-glucan information
- Beta-Glucan is an extremely potent, immune activating substance taken from the cellular walls of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker's yeast). The extraction is so pure that consumption of Beta-Glucan is harmless, unlike consuming large amounts of yeast. So, even if you have yeast related problems, including overgrowths and infections, Beta-Glucan is a perfectly safe immune supplement to take.I...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Vitamin b1 and its importance to mental health
- Vitamin B1 also called as thiamine is one of the eight vitamins that make up the powerful group called as the Vitamin B complex. Like all of the B vitamins this nutrient plays a great role in the good health of the body as well as a sound mental health. Proper care and caution should always be considered when it comes to taking in these nutrients especially when it comes to dosages as some may ten...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Research on hyaluronic acid knee injections
- Hyaluronic acid, a key component of human tissue, aiding the body's flexibility, mobility and moisture retention is a popular component of many anti-aging products but can also provide a wealth of benefits in the medical sphere. Recently, in an attempt to find effective treatment methods for arthritis, scientists have found a strong association between levels of Hyaluronic acid and severe knee and...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An overview of hyaluronic acid products
- Hyaluronic acid is available in a variety of products ranging from vitamin supplements to beauty creams. Hyaluronic acid products are manufactured by a number of different sources from natural food retailers to pharmaceutical companies. Scientific tests are ongoing as to new methods of isolating HA and potential new uses.Hyaluronic acid liquid supplements are absorbed faster into the body t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The history of hyaluronic acid treatments
- While HA has dramatically increased in popularity and use within the cosmetics community, the vast majority of people remain unaware of its unique history.Also known as hyaluronan and glycosaminoglycan, it plays a key role in both tissue hydration and lubrication. Stated simply, the compound takes years off the life of skin; it helps make it vibrant, supple and moist. The popular name is de...