Friday, July 18, 2008

Physical fitness may slow Alzheimer brain atrophy (AP)

AP - Getting a lot of exercise may help slow brain shrinkage in people with early Alzheimer's disease, a preliminary study suggests. Analysis found that participants who were more physically fit had less brain shrinkage than less-fit participants. However, they didn't do significantly better on tests for mental performance.

Anti-aging superfoods - buy l cysteine hcl powder top 6 foods for ultimate age-defying beauty!

1) Goji Berries

Goji berries, hollywoods hottest new food, are one of the most nutritionally dense foods on earth and house a staggering concentration of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, phytochemicals and essential fatty acids. With such an awesome constitution it is not surprising they are reputed anti-aging marvels. Originating in Tibet and greatly favoured in traditional medicine these dried berries have many noted health benefits including boosting immunity, lowering cholesterol, enhancing vision, fighting cancer cells, relieving depression and aiding weight loss.

Goji berries contain 500 times more vitamin C than oranges by weight and more beta-carotene than carrots making them a superb source of vitamin A. Together with vitamin E and essential fatty acids, these berries are ideal for any anti-aging and beauty regime. They also contain polysaccharides, one of which has been found to stimulate the secretion of the rejuvenating human growth hormone by the pituitary gland, as well as B vitamins, 21 minerals and 18 amino acids.

The most well documented case of longevity is that of Li Qing Yuen, who lived to the age of 252. Born in 1678, he is said to have married 14 times with 11 generations of posterity before his death in 1930. Li Qing Yuen reportedly consumed goji berries daily.

A study cited in Dr. Mindells book Goji: The Himalayan Health Secret, observed that 67 per cent of elderly people that were given a daily dose of the berries for 3 weeks experienced dramatic immune system enhancement and a significant improvement in spirit and optimism.

2) Aloe Vera

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The inner gel of the aloe vera leaf contains around 200 active compounds with over 75 nutrients. These include 20 minerals, 18 amino acids and 12 vitamins (even vitamin B12 one of the very few plant sources of this vitamin). Aloe vera also has anti-microbial properties fighting fungi and bacteria and houses anti-inflammatory plant steroids and enzymes. Aloe vera is known to aid digestion and elimination, boost the immune system, and be highly effective at healing, moisturizing and rejuvianting the skin, naturally stimulating the production of collagen.

Aloe vera is best eaten fresh when possible (you can order large aloe vera leaves which last a few weeks refridgerated). Scrape out the inside gel, avoiding the outside of the leaf which is a strong laxative, and blend with fruit for the ultimate beautifying smoothie. Aloe vera has a mild flavour though a slight bitter edge, hence is best combined with fruit.

3) Avocados

Avocados are smoothing and softening for the skin and easily absorbed; compared with almond, corn, olive, and soybean oils, avocado oil has the highest skin penetration rate.

Avocados are rich nutrients and like olive oil, contain healthy monounsaturated fats. They can aid weight-management by satiating the appetite and provide healthy oils that can be utilised by the body and protect against heart disease by lowering cholesterol.

Avocado also contains vitamin E (excellent for the skin), antioxidant carotenoids and the master antioxidant glutathione that is exceptionally powerful and has anti-carcinogenic potential. High levels of glutathione are found in the liver where the elimination of toxic materials takes place.

Glutathione is effective against pollutants such as cigarette smoke and exhaust fumes as well as ultra-violet radiation. Research is currently exploring the potential benefits of glutathione for numerous conditions including cancer, heart disease, memory loss, arthritis, Parkinson's disease, eczema, liver disorders, heavy metal poisoning and AIDS.

4) Chlorella

The nucleic acids RNA and DNA in Chlorella (one of the highest known sources of such) direct cellular growth and repair and enable our bodies to utilize nutrients more effectively, eliminate toxins and avoid disease. The production of nucleic acids in the body declines progressively as we age, which is no doubt why their intake is recommended by Dr. Benjamin Frank in The No-Aging Diet. Paul Pitchford in Healing With Whole Foods writes that insufficient nucleic acid causes premature aging as well as weakened immunity, Research at the Medical College of Kanazawa in Japan found that mice that were fed chlorella had a 30 per cent increase in life span. Replenishing RNA and DNA can be key to overall health, immunity and longevity.

In addition to nucleic acids, chlorella is jam-packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, enzymes and amino acids, making it an incredibly rejuvinating and health-promoting superfood. Spirulina is a virtuous equivalent.

5) Bee pollen

When it comes to young and beautiful skin, bee pollen has outstanding gifts. Swedish dermatologist Dr. Lars-Erik Essen uses bee pollen to successfully treat acne and other skin conditions and observes its beautifying and anti-aging effects. He reports that bee pollen seems to prevent premature aging of the cells and stimulates growth of new skin tissue. It offers effective protection against dehydration and injects new life into dry cells. It smoothes away wrinkles and stimulates a life-giving blood supply to all skin cells. He believes its skin rejuvintoin properties are due to its high concentration of nucleic acids RNA and DNA, as well as its natural antibiotic action. Bee pollen has a host of other health-promoting benefits that include fighting infections, lowering cholesterol, strengthening the blood, Boosting the immune system, increasing physical strength and stamina, aiding longevity and enhancing libido! It has been called a 'prefect food' because it is so nutritionally complete.

6) Coconut oil

Coconut oil speeds up your metabolism and can actually help you loose weight. It is also incredibly beautifying and moisturizing for the skin and has antioxidant properties which protect against free-radical damage, keeping the skin youthful and healthy. Taken internally or externally coconut oil is a great ally for any beauty skin care regime. It also contains lauric acid, an anti-microbial fatty acid that kills bacteria, viruses and fungi.

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FDA declares it's OK to eat tomatoes again (AP)

A pile of tomatoes are seen on display at a wholesale produce market in Washington, June 12, 2008. Representatives from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said they are continuing to search for the source of the Salmonella outbreak, after reports of people falling ill from eating Salmonella-tainted tomatoes and that they now have 167 reported cases from 17 states. REUTERS/Jim YoungAP - It's OK to eat all kinds of tomatoes again, the U.S. government declared Thursday - lifting its salmonella warning on the summer favorites amid signs that the record outbreak, while not over, may finally be slowing.

In our recent junk food crazed, super-sized, eat meat until you pop culture prostate health is fast becoming a growing concern stevia powder australia canada shipping men, and the women who love them. While some of these men continue to seek modern medicine in an effort to help combat the rising problem, others are turning to natural alternatives, and for good cause.

According to Laurance Johnson, Ph.D., in his article, Natural Prostate Health, more than one half of men from the ages of 40 and 59 have enlarged prostates, and, although most will not develop clinically significant disease, one quarter of all 50 year old men have some cancerous cells in their prostate. The reason for this is that after age 40, men begin to undergo hormonal changes. Testosterone levels begin to decrease and dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which stimulates cell growth, and estrogen, which reduces DHT elimination, begin to increase.

Despite its only recent spike in publicity, Saw Palmetto has long been used in the United States. The Native Americans in the Southeastern part of the country found it useful for a number of conditions including treating dysentery, genitourinary inflammation, and digestive problems as well as boosting the libido, which is an added benefit of taking Saw Palmetto for prostate health. It was also noted in the US Pharmacopoeia in the beginning of the twentieth century that Saw Palmetto is an effective remedy for enlargement of the prostate gland (BPH), urinary tract inflammation, cystitis (bladder inflammation), breast disorders, bronchitis, and laryngitis.

Saw Palmetto has recently become an increasingly popular herb for prostate health. It has been shown effective for use in treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) and upon studying Saw Palmettos effectiveness, The Mayo Clinic gave it an A grade, indicating that there is strong scientific evidence for this use.

But what exactly is Saw Palmetto and how does it promote prostate health?

Saw Palmetto is dietary supplement that is derived from the bluish-black berries of a fan palm tree that grows in the warm coastal climate of the Southeastern United States. These berries contain high-molecular-weight polysaccharides which are associated with having anti-inflammatory and immune-stimulant effects. The berries are dried and then made available for use as teas, capsules, tablets, tinctures, dried berries, and liposterolic extracts, which can be found in drug stores and health food stores across the country.

Saw Palmetto works by inhibiting the synthesis of DHT and lowering estrogen levels, thus promoting prostate health. According to Laurance Johnson, Ph.D., Saw Palmetto has been shown effective in nearly 90% of patients after only 4 6 weeks, a much higher rate of effectiveness than a noted prescription drug which was shown to work in fewer than 50% of patients after one year of use.

With prostate disorders not only effecting elderly men but a surprisingly large number of middle aged men as well, there needs to be an increased awareness of how to achieve and maintain prostate health. Saw Palmetto is one such answer and is a natural, effective alternative to costly prescription drugs. And who wouldnt want the added benefit of increased libido?

Author: Kendy L. Sproul. Please visit Body, Mind & Spirit at http://www.bodymindspirithealth.blogspot.com for articles on natural alternatives for a healthy body, mind, and spirit. Be sure to sign up to have each new article emailed directly to you when it's posted to Body, Mind & Spirit.