Questions And Answers 

 

          A:   Salt is essential for life – we can’t live without it. Common table salt is a destructive poison that is useless and has nothing in common with real salt.  The body sacrifices tremendous energy while it tries to metabolize table salt crystals.  Table salt is actually 97.5% sodium chloride and 2.5% chemicals.  It is dried at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit and what remains after is chemically cleaned sodium chloride.

            For every gram of sodium chloride that your body can not get rid of, your body uses twenty-three time the amount of cell water to neutralize the salt.  This results in dehydrated cells that can contribute to unsightly cellulite, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Gout, Kidney and Gall stones.

            Real salt is a natural salt which contains many trace minerals that benefit the body’s natural balance.

          A:   The Goji Berry is loaded with nutrients and powerful antioxidants.  It contains 18 Amino Acids (six time higher that bee pollen), more Beta Carotene that carrots, and more iron than spinach, 21 trace minerals and 500 times more Vitamin C by weight that oranges!  The 13% protein in the Goji Berry is higher that whole wheat.  The Goji Berry has four unique polysaccharides and is loaded with many other vitamins and minerals.

            Some of the benefits of Goji:  helps boost energy levels, helps promote better mood and self-esteem, helps cure cravings for sweets, helps with dry skin, helps sleeplessness due to menopause, and for athletes helps with performance, endurance and recovery.

          A:   ScienceDaily (Nov. 8, 2006) — The high consumption of sweetened food and drink increases the risk of developing pancreatic cancer, according to a new study from Karolinska Institute. A heavy intake of fizzy drinks, creamed fruit (a product resembling runny jam) and sugar in coffee are three common ways of increasing the risk.

        Pancreatic cancer is a very serious form of cancer that is possibly caused when the pancreas produces heightened levels of insulin as a consequence of upset glucose metabolism. A well-known way of increasing insulin production is to eat a lot of sugar. Scientists have now, for the first time, shown that the consumption of sweetened food and drink affects a person's chances of developing pancreatic cancer. The study began in 1997 and was subsequently monitored until June 2005. Most at risk were those who drank high quantities of fizzy or syrup based (squash) drinks. The group who said that they drank such products twice a day or more ran a 90% higher risk than those who never drank them.

          A:   The short answer is that you can get vitamin D from a tanning bed, but it’s a bit more complicated that that.  The sun (and tanning beds) has two types of radiation – UVA and UVB.  Most salons using tanning beds that have 95 percent UVA radiation because it penetrates deeper into your skin and gives you a longer-lasting, golden brown tan.  The salons shy away from the UVB radiation because it only affects the outer layer of your skin, causing you to burn more easily and the tan to fade more quickly.  But all of the vitamin D benefits come from the UVB rays – not from the UVA rays typically used intanning beds.

                 So if you can’t make it out in the sun for 20 minutes or so a few times a week (for whatever reason) – or even if you just prefer being confined to a tanning bed rather than being outdoors in the sunshine – it can be an option for a source of vitamin D.  Just make sure that you do your research.  The closer the spectrum of wavelengths emitted by the tanning bed lamps is to the spectrum of solar wavelengths reaching plant Earth, the safer it will be.

                 As always:  Copy nature for the best and safest results.

          A:   Vitamin E is essential to life – we cannot live without it.  Eight forms of vitamin E have been identified as existing in nature.  While all forms of vitamin E are active antioxidants inside our bodies, studies are emerging that suggest some eight members share similar functions and others have functions that are completely different.  The most popular form alpha-tocopherol, has incredible antioxidant benefits and has become synonymous with vitamin E.  However research places special emphasis on the newly discovered benefits of gamma-tocopherol, especially its ability to protect against diseases associated with chronic inflammation, including cancer, heart disease and degenerative brain disorders.  For optimal health, there is strong research supporting the need to balance all eight forms of vitamin E.

          A:   For generations, the San people of South Africa have been using the hoodia cactus to alleviate intense hunger pains on long hunting trips for days at a time without side effects.  Scientific research suggests Hoodia suppresses the appetite by fooling the brain into believing you are full, and thereby stops you from thinking about food.

                 Hoodia contains an active ingredient which mimics the effects that glucose has on the hypothalamus of the brain, suppressing our appetite.  Research has shown that the plant can reduce appetites 30%-40% allowing the user to eat less without feeling hungry.

          A:   In a recent clinical trial of women who took Relora three times a day for two weeks, 90% reported that the herbal blend made them feel less anxious, 87% enjoyed more restful sleep and 81% were cured of stress-related eating.

                 Relora stabilizes levels of the stress hormone cortisol to exert a relaxing effect on the nervous system.  And that sets off a biochemical chain of events that remedies weight problems and increases immunity to an array of stress-related health concerns.

          A:   A yearly flu vaccine has not been proven to prevent flu related deaths in people over the age of 65, according to a review in the Lancet medical journal.

                Nonetheless, the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the flu shot for this purpose, citing research about 36,000 yearly deaths and 200,000 annual hospitalizations for flu-related illness in the U.S.

                No studies have conclusively proven that flu shots prevent flu-related deaths among the elderly according to the review and some of the support for this practice is based on flawed data.

          A:   Hyaluronic Acid can be found naturally in every tissue of your body.  The skin holds nearly 50% of your body’s Hyaluronic Acid, resulting in a healthy and vital appearance.  As you age, however, you lose this vital youth enhancing substance.

                 HA helps to keep your eyes healthy, skin moist and your joints lubricated, acting as a buffer to protect your cells.

                 The function of HA is always about hydration and separation.  Hydration because it holds on to water and separation because it acts as a structural component throughout the body.

          A:  A cross sectional observational study analyzed 3,581 urban black and white young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 for hostility levels based upon their fatty acid intakes.

               The researchers concluded that regular consumption of fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA is associated with reduced odds for hostility.

               More positive studies on the wonderful benefits of essential fatty acids!  Stop in and talk to us – we’re the nutrition experts!


          Q:  Why recycle paper?

          A:  Paper and paper products make up the largest component of municipal solid waste – 40% by weight and 50% by volume.  The purchase of recycled products is vital to the success of recycling programs.  According to the United States EPA every ton of recycled paper used saves 7,000 gallons of water, saves 4,100 kw hours of electricity, saves 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space and keeps 60 lbs of air-borne pollutants out of the air.

                Prior to the 1850’s plant fibers were used to make quality papers.  Not only does using tree-free paper reduce the demand to clear cut forests but most alternative fibers like hemp and kenaf break down easier without the use of heavy chemicals.


          Q:  Why do American women have excessively high levels of estrogen?

          A:  Three main reasons: an over refined diet, lack of exercise & external toxic sources of estrogen call xenoestrogens (xeno means foreign).  Refined carbohydrates, hard fats and empty foods contribute to as much as twice the normal estrogen levels. 

                Many external toxins have been found to have estrogen like effects in the body.  Most are petroleum derivatives, found in plastics, computer chips, PVC, pesticides, soap, clothes, DDT, and much more.  This is believed to be the causation to the highest rates in history of female cancers.

                Estrogen levels are much lower in women who eat little and perform strenuous physical work – as those in non-industrialized areas.  Menopause is a much bigger deal in our industrialized countries, because the estrogen decline is so radical. This stressful dip is the real cause of the discomfort of menopause.       


          Q:  What’s the harm in using “regular” household cleaning products, such as laundry products?

          A:  The word “detergent” refers to household cleaning products which are based on non-soap, synthetic surfactants and which are primarily used for laundering and dishwashing. 

                All detergents contain “cationic”, “anionic,” or “non-ionic” detergents.  Cationic detergents are the most toxic when taken internally. Symptoms include nausea to convulsions and coma.  (By themselves, anionic detergents have low toxicity causing mild, local irritation of skin and eyes.  But the addition of “builders” to anionic detergents is common and makes anionic detergents alkaline and caustic (capable of corroding or eating away tissues).  Non-ionic detergents have low toxicity.  At most, mild irritation of the skin and mucous membranes occurs.  Ingestion causes no hazardous effects. 

                 There is a common misconception that low-phosphate detergents are “safe.”  While low-phosphate detergents are safer to the environment, they are 100-1000 times more caustic than phosphate detergents.  This means the low-phosphate detergents can cause serious burns if even a small amount is ingested.     

          A:  A study of the dietary intake and ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 fatty acids in the diets of 1,546 women reporting DES were compared to the ratios of these fatty acids in the diets of women without DES.

               The information was taken from 39,876 women who participated in the Women’s Health Study.

               Upon comparison of the dietary intake ratios of the Omega-6 to Omega-3’s, researchers concluded that a higher intake of Omega-3 was associated with a decreased risk of incidence of DES, while a higher ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 was associated with an increased DES risk.     


          Q:  I read that fatty acids can be beneficial to someone with a history of severe depression.  Is there any truth to this?

          A:  A case report was published in a psychiatry journal showing the importance of the fatty acids in fish oil.

   The 21 year old male student had a 7 year history of depressive symptoms and met the criteria for “major depressive disorder recurrent”.  He was given 4 grams daily of EPA.  This led to rapid improvement with cessation of thinking about committing suicide within one month.  It took 9 months for all his depressive symptoms to completely disappear.

   When taking fatty acids, one must be patient for it can take months for them to become incorporated into cellular membranes. Arch. Gen. Psychiatry, Jan. 2002;59:91-92


          A:  Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is also known as ubiquinone and is a powerful group of lipid-soluble compounds.  It is known to inhibit lipid peroxidation in both cell membranes and serum LDL, and may offer protection from oxidative damage.  It is found in the highest concentrations in the heart, where it helps the cellular mitochondria metabolize fates for energy, and it helps maintain the flexibility of cell membranes.  CoQ10 levels decline in mitochondria as the body ages.

                Researchers found CoQ10 prevented the death rate oligodendrocytes, which form myelin protein sheets in the nervous system, and it found to protect against lesions produced by mitochondrial toxins, which in turn help to prevent such neuro-diseases as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.


         Q:  Is there such a thing as a smart pill?

          A:  Bacopa is traditionally used to improve memory and learning. Believe it or not, this herb can help to improve a child's intelligence.

                In one clinical trial, Bacopa significantly improved IQ scores in 10 to13 year-old children with an average intelligence over a nine-month treatment period.

                A series of tests were also conducted on children of younger ages showing similar results and in addition  Bacopa also improved visual motor perception. It's important to note that children achieved best results with continued use.

                 For the Good of It carries only the highest quality herbs and nutritional supplements.


          Q: There is a great deal of controversy regarding 
  the consumption of dairy products.

              Do you advise milk consumption?

            A:  It’s difficult to answer that without a lot of ifs.  However, in a few words, preferably no, but there are possibilities.  Here’s a study completed a few years ago.

                  A 13.5 year study involving 61,084 Swedish women (38-76 years of age) resulted in 266 who were diagnosed with ovarian cancer.  There diets were examined for intake of dairy products and lactose and then compared to the non-cancer controls.

                  A review found women who consumed four or more servings of dairy per day had twice the risk of serious ovarian cancer compared to women who consumed less than two servings of dairy per day.  Dietary milk showed the strongest effect:  intake of two or more glasses of milk was associated with double the risk of serious ovarian cancer compared with the “never or seldom” milk-intake group.


           Q:  Will an occasional use of an energy drink hurt
                  my health?

          A:  The main ingredients in most energy drinks/products are caffeine, guarana, taurine, and glucuronolactone.  They are usually sweetened with glucose and sucrose.
                    If you have Type II diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, syndrome X or hypoglycemia, it’s best to avoid these energy drinks.

                    Even if these problems are not of concern or there are no such problems in your genetic heritage, energy drinks are not beneficial for your health. 

                    Caffeine and guarana are stimulants and regular use of stimulants isn’t good for the long-term health of brain cells.

An occasional energy drink, for the most part, won’t hurt your health.  However, there are less expensive, more supportive products available - stop in for more info.  


           Q:  Can Probiotics help fight digestive disorders?

          A:  A combination of various probiotic bacteria may help ease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), report researchers in the Journal Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics (2005, vol. 22:387-394).  Probiotics contain beneficial, “friendly” bacteria, many of which normally inhabit the human intestine.  Their functions include manufacturing immune factors, supporting proper digestion, and preventing growth of disease-causing, potentially infectious bacteria in the gut.  This trial examined 103 people with established IBS, who were given either one probiotc capsule or a placebo capsule per day for six months.  Total symptoms in the probiotic group were reduced by 42 percent compared with only six percent in the placebo group.        


           Q:  What natural approach can I do to help my
                 children stay well through the winter months?

           A:  Most children respond quickly to a few simple health-building steps.
                
It is very important that your child eat a balanced diet including a variety of
FRESH fruits and vegetables.  To fortify a child’s immunity start with a multiple vitamin with a solid mineral base, without sugar, colorings, dyes, artificial flavorings and fillers. 
                
                 There is absolutely no need for those ingredients to be in a supplement especially in a product designed for a child.  Extra vitamin C is also helpful.  Echinacea tea several
times a week or Echinacea especially formulated for children in a tincture form is
beneficial.  Most helpful is a liquid from of Astragalus, known as a great everyday
immune support.

                  If you child becomes sick, the earlier the illness is treated, the more likely it will be stopped quickly.


 


          Q:
  How harmful is the sun?

 

            A:  More evidence to confirm we need the sunshine not SPF 500 sun block. 
The sun actually promotes many beneficial effects in the body, including vitamin D
synthesis.  Harvard researchers studied 456 consecutive patients with early stage lung cancer at three hospitals.  The study showed the survival rate was substantially higher
(72%) for those with higher levels of vitamin D and surgeries performed in the summer
than those with lower levels of vitamin D and winter surgeries (29%).


                  Since the research was done at Harvard, there may be hope.  Perhaps sun-fearing dermatologists will see the (sun) light and start to recommend nutritional supplements to reduce or even eliminate skin cancer, too.

                  Stop in and talk to us for more info on nutritional supplements for sun protection!  

 

 
 
 
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