Thursday, July 23, 2009
Healthy Blood Pressure Reading
Recently, the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Mayo Clinic issued new recommendations for ideal blood pressure: 115/75. What does that mean? Is it attainable?
We typically determine blood pressure measurements with two numbers. The higher number, called the systolic pressure, represents the pressure in the artery when the heart beats. The lower number, called the diastolic pressure, represents the pressure when the heart is at rest. Healthy blood pressure is in the range of 120/80. As mentioned, ideal pressure is somewhat lower. A key to healthy blood pressure is the ratio between the two numbers. They should remain at a 3:2 ratio whatever the actual pressure may be.
If your blood pressure is “ideal,” congratulations! Your hard work has paid off. If it is higher or lower than ideal, don’t worry: Most blood pressure problems can be solved with the right approach. Let’s dissect the common problems with blood pressure and see what we can learn about possible solutions.
Systolic too high
A healthy systolic number is 120. This number represents how hard your heart must beat to get blood out to your body. If your arteries are stiff, inflexible, inflamed or too narrow your heart will have to beat harder and this will create a higher systolic number. The most common cause of a high systolic number is too much adrenaline and other stress-related hormones in the bloodstream. These hormones have the effect of artificially narrowing your arteries in a “fight or flight” stress response.
Stress-induced high blood pressure will usually be seen with a high systolic number and a normal diastolic number such as 150/80. We will often see this number normalize with just 20 minutes of deep breathing. Some people respond well to biofeedback and supplementation with:
* Co-Q10, especially at bedtime to relax the heart
* Vitamin C morning and evening to relax the blood vessels
* Adaptogen 10 Plus morning and evening to help reduce the effects of stress
All of these products can be found HERE.
Both numbers too high
When both the systolic and diastolic numbers are high (160/110), the most common problem is inflammation leading to atherosclerosis or “hardening of the arteries.” This is a medical emergency; you should be under medical care as the disease has already progressed to the point where emergency measures are necessary. Dietary measures, such as the Dr. Dean Ornish “Reversing Heart Disease” diet, should be at the center of your self-care. Daily exercise, stress management and, very likely, medications will be needed to reverse this disease.
An anti-inflammatory lifestyle will be helpful. Include supplements such as:
* Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids from OmegaPrime at every meal to reduce inflammation
* Vitamin C and Co-Q10 as suggested above
* Betalains found in Nopalea can reduce inflammation in the blood vessels and help your body drain away the excess fluid associated with blood pressure
Achieving an optimal body fat percentage is also critical when caring for high blood pressure. The target body composition for men is 14% body fat; for women it is 23%. Remember, this type of high blood pressure is a medical emergency and it should be treated as such.
Diastolic too high
When the bottom number in your blood pressure reading is too high (120/90), but the systolic or top number is normal, it can mean that your lungs, kidneys and liver are not properly detoxifying your body.
Detoxification is an automatic process; your body does it every moment of every day. You can help support this process by reducing your exposure to toxins and supporting your lungs, kidneys and liver with daily nutrition:
* A multiple vitamin and mineral supplement to support healthy detoxification
* Vitamin C – a powerful detoxifier for the lungs, kidneys and liver
* Betalains found in Nopalea also drain away toxins
Learn more on detoxification
Too high, too long
Some people find that their blood pressure will not go down no matter what they do. This often happens because of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). With OSA, a person stops breathing during sleep. Sensing the shortage of oxygen, your brain increases blood pressure to compensate. These increases in blood pressure may last into the next day (you may awaken with high blood pressure that may go down by the evening). This type of hypertension will usually not respond to medication or alternative treatments.
Treatment for OSA begins with using a breathing machine called CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) during sleep. Using CPAP at night reduces blood pressure in most people – even those without serious OSA. Eventually, reducing your body fat to the percentages listed above will open your airways enough to compensate for OSA.
Hypertension will damage you. Eventually, it will kill you. Check your blood pressure frequently. Your body is speaking to you when your pressure is imbalanced. Learning to listen will help you feel better today and be healthier tomorrow!
Read more information on inflammation reduction
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Monday, July 20, 2009
TriVita: Adaptogen
The word adaptogen is a very apt word for this ingredient. In simple terms this ingredient helps the body adapt naturally to cope and with reducing stress. Since 1947 medical and scientific research has been conducted and published on adaptogens in various parts of the world, but has lately only become available to us in the West.
Not only do they help us to cope with stress and the hassles of every day living, but they are also powerful antioxidants. There is a vast amount of information available on this ingredient, but it is relatively new in the Western hemisphere, since the Russians, during the Cold War period, did major research on this ingredient.
It is non- toxic and is not habit forming, while it exerts a normalizing influence on the body, possessing a wide range of therapeutic benefits which cause no disturbance to the normal functioning of the body.
Adaptogens are natural nutrients and are made from three types of plants - Rhodiola rosea, Eleutherococcus and Schizandra chinensis.
Explaining the effects of the adaptogens is difficult, since they will influence each individual differently. If you are mentally exhausted or physically fatigued the adaptogens will help you feel more energetic, vitalized, and full of zest for life - but yet, they are not normal stimulants.
The antioxidants contained in the adaptogens help the body fight free radicals which are released during the oxidation process of metabolism in the body, which can cause a variety of problems such as cell degeneration, cancer, ageing and many other diseases.
Am I Deficient of adaptogens?
Should you feel you are not coping, continuously fatigued or you need to increase stamina, endurance, concentration and mental clarity, you might look at adding this nutrient to your diet in order to improve these conditions. An increase of over 20% in the capacity to work has been reported as well as a reduction of errors made, by over 80% - which makes this a great nutrient to take when studying, or working at optimum levels .It has been reported that bodybuilders and athletes improve their performance with adaptogens, since it helps the body to return quicker to its normal resting stage.
Learn more about how to obtain optimal performance with Adaptogen 10.
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Relief for Allergy Symptoms
Ways to Prevent Mold
Inspecting homes for discoloration, water damage or mold growth
Locating and cleaning the source of any bad odor, such as a musty or earthy smell
Keeping kitchens and bathrooms dry
Fixing any leaks indoors
Don’t let mold compound an existing health problem or cause a new one. Prevent it from gaining a foothold in your home, and breathe easy.
Deep Breathing
Deep breathing is essential for health. If you are breathing correctly – for five minutes, five times a day – your shoulders will stay relaxed as you inhale. Your abdomen will swell on the inhale, and collapse on the exhale (using your diaphragm muscle).
If you find that you must set aside time to practice deep breathing, why not give the exercise a little more meaning? Spend your breathing time in prayers of thanksgiving and rejoicing. Or, if there are concerns you need to pray about, using deep breathing exercises while praying is a good way to not only get the problem off your chest and into Divine hands, but will also physically relax you as you breathe. Deep breathing will also clear your mind, allowing for emotional clarity. Try listening to inspirational music during your breathing to help foster positive thoughts.
Taking at least five deep breaths from your abdomen several times a day will reduce anxiety and promote a more positive outlook – equally as important to your health as exercise and nutrition.
If you have trouble taking in a full breath of air, learn more about how Vitamins B5 and antioxidants can help with congestion, shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing with ephedra-free nutrients at TriVita.
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Saturday, July 18, 2009
Healthy Blood Pressure
We typically determine blood pressure measurements with two numbers. The higher number, called the systolic pressure, represents the pressure in the artery when the heart beats. The lower number, called the diastolic pressure, represents the pressure when the heart is at rest. Healthy blood pressure is in the range of 120/80. As mentioned, ideal pressure is somewhat lower. A key to healthy blood pressure is the ratio between the two numbers. They should remain at a 3:2 ratio whatever the actual pressure may be.
If your blood pressure is “ideal,” congratulations! Your hard work has paid off. If it is higher or lower than ideal, don’t worry: Most blood pressure problems can be solved with the right approach. Let’s dissect the common problems with blood pressure and see what we can learn about possible solutions.
Systolic too high
A healthy systolic number is 120. This number represents how hard your heart must beat to get blood out to your body. If your arteries are stiff, inflexible, inflamed or too narrow your heart will have to beat harder and this will create a higher systolic number. The most common cause of a high systolic number is too much adrenaline and other stress-related hormones in the bloodstream. These hormones have the effect of artificially narrowing your arteries in a “fight or flight” stress response.
Stress-induced high blood pressure will usually be seen with a high systolic number and a normal diastolic number such as 150/80. We will often see this number normalize with just 20 minutes of deep breathing. Some people respond well to biofeedback and supplementation with:
* Co-Q10, especially at bedtime to relax the heart
* Vitamin C morning and evening to relax the blood vessels
* Adaptogen 10 Plus morning and evening to help reduce the effects of stress
All of these products can be found HERE.
Both numbers too high
When both the systolic and diastolic numbers are high (160/110), the most common problem is inflammation leading to atherosclerosis or “hardening of the arteries.” This is a medical emergency; you should be under medical care as the disease has already progressed to the point where emergency measures are necessary. Dietary measures, such as the Dr. Dean Ornish “Reversing Heart Disease” diet, should be at the center of your self-care. Daily exercise, stress management and, very likely, medications will be needed to reverse this disease.
An anti-inflammatory lifestyle will be helpful. Include supplements such as:
* Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids from OmegaPrime at every meal to reduce inflammation
* Vitamin C and Co-Q10 as suggested above
* Betalains found in Nopalea can reduce inflammation in the blood vessels and help your body drain away the excess fluid associated with blood pressure
Achieving an optimal body fat percentage is also critical when caring for high blood pressure. The target body composition for men is 14% body fat; for women it is 23%. Remember, this type of high blood pressure is a medical emergency and it should be treated as such.
Diastolic too high
When the bottom number in your blood pressure reading is too high (120/90), but the systolic or top number is normal, it can mean that your lungs, kidneys and liver are not properly detoxifying your body.
Detoxification is an automatic process; your body does it every moment of every day. You can help support this process by reducing your exposure to toxins and supporting your lungs, kidneys and liver with daily nutrition:
* A multiple vitamin and mineral supplement to support healthy detoxification
* Vitamin C – a powerful detoxifier for the lungs, kidneys and liver
* Betalains found in Nopalea also drain away toxins
Learn more on detoxification
Too high, too long
Some people find that their blood pressure will not go down no matter what they do. This often happens because of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). With OSA, a person stops breathing during sleep. Sensing the shortage of oxygen, your brain increases blood pressure to compensate. These increases in blood pressure may last into the next day (you may awaken with high blood pressure that may go down by the evening). This type of hypertension will usually not respond to medication or alternative treatments.
Treatment for OSA begins with using a breathing machine called CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) during sleep. Using CPAP at night reduces blood pressure in most people – even those without serious OSA. Eventually, reducing your body fat to the percentages listed above will open your airways enough to compensate for OSA.
Hypertension will damage you. Eventually, it will kill you. Check your blood pressure frequently. Your body is speaking to you when your pressure is imbalanced. Learning to listen will help you feel better today and be healthier tomorrow!
Read more information on inflammation reduction
Shauna Link - Affiliate ID #13229094
800-978-0897
Friday, July 17, 2009
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Fitness: Water Aerobics
Looking for a fun, low-impact way to exercise? Try water aerobics! Many YMCAs and gyms offer classes – even water aerobic kick-boxing classes!
“Water aerobics is an excellent way for people of all ages and fitness levels to exercise in an injury free environment,” said Nicole Benson-Reiff, Aquatics Director at the Chris-Town YMCA in Phoenix, Arizona.
Water aerobics is usually done in chest-deep water, while a fitness instructor leads the group from outside of the pool. You’ll do aerobic arm and leg movements and you may even “jog” through the water.
Unlike exercise on land, water aerobics places less stress on your body, which makes it a great exercise for just about everyone. "The water supports your body, causing less impact and strain on your muscles and joints," said Benson-Reiff.
And while you’re cooling off from the summer heat in a cool, refreshing pool, your body will be benefiting from a unique form of exercise.
“While you’re in the pool, you’ll exercise every muscle and joint in your body, all at the same time,” said Benson-Reiff. “ You’ll be increasing your flexibility, coordination, and strength and you’ll feel great.”
To learn more about water aerobics, call your local fitness center or YMCA and ask if they offer classes. To find a YMCA in your area, visit www.ymca.net.
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Monday, July 13, 2009
TriVita: The Best MLM
Quite possibly, TriVita, located in Scottsdale, Arizona, is one of the most efficient MLM and netowrk marketing businesses found operating on Google today. Boasting a success rate of over 10 years, TriVita business affiliates always get paid their commissions on the 10th of every month.
TriVita is a simple business plan. You simply buy customers on a regular basis. When those customers you have purchased for $50 order product, you get paid. When someone joins your TriVita business as an affiliate, you get paid. Obviously, you will have to work for your money, but you can build a very substantial income very simply by being willing to buy customers monthly. The more customers that you purchase, the higher your monthly commissions will climb.
As an added bonus, TriVita will be marketing to your customers on a regular basis. They will be telling them about promotions, reduced prices on merchandise, and the benefits and solutions of becoming part of the TriVita family of success oriented people.
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Sunday, July 12, 2009
TriVita: Great Products Great Opportunities
Great Products Create Great Opportunities
TriVita uses the most bio-available ingredients with unique delivery systems that have been scientifically studied and validated.
Take a tour of all our products!
* Sub-lingual B-12 including B-6 and Folic Acid with Ginseng
* Adaptogen 10Plus
* Leanology Weight Loss System
* Optima4golf
* Sonoran Bloom Nopalea - NEWEST PRODUCT
* NutraFruits.
Trivita is known as The Wellness Company on Google.
Trivita produces the finest neutraceutical grade health food products in the world. Michael Ellison, the CEO and Founder of Trivita, is dedicated to this mission.
Trivita is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. All Trivita products are manufactured and distributed on site by the friendly and courteous staff.
Trivita is unique in the MLM industry. Existing customers within the Trivita database may be purchased by affiliates to produce long term residual income.
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