Wanted Green Wanna Be’s

It’s at this time of the year, that I set aside my resourceful how nutritional supplements can benefit you hat and wear the hat of green advocacy.

I marvel at how the green awareness level has spiraled to an ultimate high.

Don’t you ?

Green is SO in.  Green is SO trendy and yet to some,  green is still weird.

When I was detoxing my household and laundry products twenty years ago – I was not the norm, as a matter of fact I was the odd woman out.

Many people told me to “let it go”, it’s not a big deal.  Yet to me it wasn’t only a big deal, it meant everything to me.

I saw companies producing products that caused harm, caused harm to me, my kids and to the environment.

My shifting ideals were going against what I had always known and what my mother’s mother had always known.

I came from generations of Tide, Clorox and Cascade users.

How could those products be bad people would say, how could and would any of these companies produce toxic and non-biodegradable cleaning products?

Hmmm they do.  AND they STILL do.

Where are the authorities in the matter people would say?

I would agree and shrug my shoulders.  EXACTLY!

I feel small changes collectively add up to monumental changes.

Do you ?

I feel striving for solutions rather than further aggravation will also help.

I of course have always felt that changing household cleaning brands will make a difference and best yet have been knocking on doors one house at a time ever since 1993 sharing that message.

The founder of our company touted that very same philosophy – one house at a time we can make a difference.

I am very proud to be the steward of his vision and his pioneering – he and our company have been green since 1956 – WAY ahead of anyone else. Way ahead of his time.

I am seeking those of you who want to make solid choices about cleaning green.

Choices that include:

Products that don’t have something sneaky in them like 1,4-dioxane ( found in your ever so popular Method and Seventh Generations brand, but OOPS not mentioned on their labels )

Cleaning products that actually work – like they actually clean stuff the way they are supposed to.

Products that by design are so highly concentrated that the turn around time for you to re-purchase is 4 YEARS!!!

Products that actually biodegrade, in the world of green that would seemingly be an important detail!

Wanted: Green people!

Allow me to be of green service to you!


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Nutritional Approach To Your Spring Allergies



Marching into Spring, for many means marching straight into allergy season – specifically pollen. Our approach is prevention and to be prepared. Winter has taken it’s toll on our immunity – it’s time now to get out the nutritional tool box and do a bit of rebuilding.


Allergies: The Nutritional Approach.

Do you or anyone you know suffer from allergies? We want to help!


Consider working with your allergies naturally! There are three approaches we recommend: Re-building the immune system, reducing inflammation, and creating a non-toxic environment. We are the leading nutritional company, with a 50 year history, based in science, research and creating products in “Harmony with Nature”. Experience a difference, and you will, or your money back.

Certain nutrients benefit the immune system. When the body is in crisis, it is important to “feed” the immune system at the cellular level. Unfortunately we can’t do that any more with diet alone, supplementation is key. Our nutrients have been tested for absorption, and are bio-available. What that means is that they are absorbed into the blood stream.

We begin with a core nutritional supplement program, which may include Soy Protein and a Multi-Vitamin, (also known as nutritional insurance, our multi vitamin fills in the gaps that are often missing in our diet.) We then add Vitamin C, Beta-Carotene, and Vitamin E…these are nutrients that specifically support the immune system. This begins the rebuilding process. Vitamin C is very healing. Beta-Carotene is essential for the strength of mucousal membranes, a.k.a. your “inner skin”. Vitamin E has an affinity for oxygen. All of these are nutrients work together to protect against free radicals. We even have a proprietary blend of nutrients that support the immune system all in one tablet, for those who want to reduce the number of pills they take. Our Beta-Carotene now includes 5 top Caratonoids- the next generation of Carotenes found in the pigment of brightly colored fruits and vegetables.
Naturopathic Physician Diane Petoskey says that allergies can be caused by an abnormal immune response or, surprisingly by poor digestion and a toxic lower intestine, secondary to an overgrowth of Candida yeasts and pathogenic bacteria: she highly recommends friendly bacteria – to prevent antibiotic problems, and to enhance and improve immune function. Our friendly bacteria product is the only one that guarantees live delivery of Bifidus and Acidophilus.

Secondly, those with allergies often experience inflammation. The “itis” of sinusitis, bronchitis and so on means inflammation of the sinus’s or bronchia. The medical and drug approach to reducing inflammation is known for it’s many side affects. We have found that certain nutrients reduce inflammation naturally. GLA is an essential fatty acid found in plant seed oils, such as evening primrose oil or borage seed. GLA has been found to control acute and chronic inflammation. Our GLA comes from borage seed oil which is 3 times more concentrated than that from evening primrose oil. EPA is another natural anti-inflammatory sourced from fish oil. Vitamin C also reduces inflammation. Magnesium, something American’s are 80% deficient in, is especially effective at relaxing bronchia tissue and it also has been demonstrated to reduce the histamine response.
There are also herbs that benefit those who have allergies. It is important here to note the purity, potency and the quality control of our medicinal herbs. Unfortunately, in the industry there is no federal regulation, recent studies have shared that there is often misrepresentation in the labeling in “health food store products” especially with herbs. All of our products go through a complex and stringent raw materials check, are manufactured at pharmaceutical grade and they are tested once again after they are manufactured for bioavailabilty. This remarkable rigor is unheard of in the industry.

A few recommended herbs include: Alfalfa as a natural decongestant. Echinacea a native american herb as an immune system booster, Garlic has a profound history and is naturally anti-bacterial, fungal, viral and reduces inflammation too. Gingko-biloba assists circulation. Seemingly those with allergy related asthma find great benefit from this medicinal herb.

The third area we have had dramatic results with is cleaning up your personal environment. A person with allergies may be even more sensitive to toxins than others. There is no reason to use laundry or household products that could aggravate your condition. We have a complete line of environmentally safe, phosphate free cleaning and laundry products.

Some other things to consider: Purify your indoor air with the latest and most innovative technology. There is a difference between air filtration and air purifcation – it’s the teeniest of microns that cause havoc in the body. Our technology reduces three major forms of air pollution: odors, microbes and particulate matter.

Remember that your body is 70% water…consider water as another vital nutrient…by purifying your water you contribute greatly to your health and well being.


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Say No To Spring Allergy Medications

My health history included seasonal allergies.

When I was younger, nutritionally depleted and stressed, you would find me googly eyed, kleenex box in hand from August 15th until the first freeze in October.

I will admit that I did try drugs for my ragweed allergy or hayfever as it’s often called. Right now pollen sets people off.

Everyone else popped those over the counter antihistamines and decongestants why shouldn’t I?

I may have stopped sneezing while on them, yet I felt like they dried up every mucusal membrane in my body.

Take dry mouth and multiply it times 100.

This effected my nose, my eyes, my mouth, my lungs, and my vaginal track.

I’d feel drowsy or wired. One or the other. Never somewhere nice in between.

It made my heart feel racey.

Once the stuff wore off I’d be a sneezing watery eyed monster again ready for my next fix.

This didn’t seem to get to the root of the problem.

What do you think?

Below is commentary I found in my files, I can’t say who wrote this, I’d assume it was my mentor and nutritionist Barbara Lagoni, but for this particular parcel of information I can’t be sure.

It’s good stuff, worth sharing. T

Thank you someone….

By the by…when I improved my nutrition.

My seasonal allergies disappeared.

Causes of Allergies and/ or Sinus Congestion

Weakened immune system. Allergies are not the norm.They are an inappropriate response of the immune system. The immune system completely overreacts to normal stimuli: cats, dogs, pollen, grass, blooming everything. Exposure to toxins, nutritional deficiencies, poorly functioning digestive system, incomplete digestion and candida overgrowth ALL play a role in allergies and/ or sinus congestion

Side Effects of Allergy Medications

drowsiness
cognitive impairment
sluggish thinking
difficulty in school
difficulty driving
depression
anxiety
heart palpatations
insomnia
altered taste and smell
bitter taste in mouth
dry mouth
headache
nausea
sore throat
loss of libido
increased appetite
infertility in woman
suppressed growth
cataracts
osteoporosis
diabetes
crusting
nosebleeds
light headedness
increased blood pressure
increased heart rate
worsening of prostate enlargement
blurred vision
muscle weakness
dizziness
liver damage
severe mood swings and depression

Factors that Weaken the Immune System

Stress; emotional or physical
Sugar
Alcohol
Poor Diet
Lack of Rest – less than 8 hours
Genetics
Aging
Exposure to Toxins
Nutritional Deficiencies – specifically C, B and Zinc

Factors that Strengthen the Immune System

Healthy diet – 50% vegetables, fish and poultry, and as little sugar, wheat and baked goods as possible

If you aren’t quite at the point of 6 – 9 servings of vegetables a day, consider supplementing them

If you find you have food cravings add B Complex and quality sources of protein

Nutrients essential to the Immune System

High Quality
Multi -Vitamin
Vitamin C
Zinc
Friendly Bacteria
Alfalfa
All in One Immune System Product

Herbal Products that Boost the Immune System

Garlic

Natural Interferon

Echinacea

perhaps a kava free stress relief product , if stress is a contributor

Natural Action Steps

Take a two prong approach to strengthening your immune system; improve your diet, realize that this is a process, add high quality nutritional supplements to provide immediate nutrition for your immune cells.

Try natural herbal products instead of drugs

If you have strong food cravings for sweets and snacks.  Stabalize your blood sugar with Protein and B Complex

Eliminate Toxic Substances from your home and work place

Get non-toxic cleaners

Consider Air Purification

If your allergies flare…many allergy sufferers report very good results with a saturation or therapeutic dose of Vitamin C, Natural Interferon, Zinc, Garlic and Echinacea


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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Resveratrol

Below is a slightly edited version of an informative field call that I thought you might find of interest.

What intrigues me about this product is the research, the sourcing of the most supreme grape known to man and finding a way to safely assimilate it in a concentrate for supplementation.

Past that, the testimonies and health impact this product has had during this last year and a half have been astounding!

Here is the conversation from the call – enjoy!

Hello, I’m Cindy Latham, Senior Vice President of Marketing. And I’m here today with Dr. Jamie McManus, a physician and Chairman of Medical Affairs, Health Sciences and Education and Dr. Carsten Smidt, Chief Scientific Officer, to tell you about our revolutionary resveratrol product.

But, before I do so, Let me just ask the question…How would you like to feel 25 years younger and live 25 years longer? Really, isn’t that everyone’s dream? Exploring longevity is truly the ultimate scientific quest and researchers are spending billions of dollars to unlock the science of living longer.

I’m proud to report that our company, the number one natural nutrition company, is on the forefront of this scientific research. Our scientists have designed a way to create a unique polyphenol blend shown in laboratory studies to fight cellular aging. As a result, we have developed the world’s best anti-aging supplement. This breakthrough Cellular Anti-Aging Tonic, has filed patent applications to protect this unique and exclusive blend of polyphenols.*

Just one of the ingredients in our anti-aging tonic - resveratrol, has been referenced in over 2000 research publications, including studies conducted by Harvard University, the National Institute on Aging, National Cancer Institute and the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.

But here’s the most exciting news, a 30-day supply delivers the equivalent amount of resveratrol found in 3,000 glasses of red wine. That means just one teaspoon delivers the equivalent amount of resveratrol found in 100 glasses of red wine. The ingredients, with their unique polyphenol profile, have been shown in laboratory studies to be ten times more powerful in slowing a key mechanism of aging than resveratrol alone.*

It took scientists years of research to create this incredible, all natural, patent-pending breakthrough in cellular anti-aging product which is absolutely exclusive to our company.*

How does it work? Well, in laboratory studies, our formula has been shown to impact the four key mechanisms of cellular aging.*

That’s what you’re going to learn about next.

Please welcome our own, Dr. Jamie McManus, to share more of this product story with you.

Dr. Jamie McManus

Hello, I’m so excited to share the science our revolutionary cellular anti-aging breakthrough supplement.* But before we talk about the specific features of this remarkable dietary supplement, let’s get a few facts straight about aging. First of all, contrary to popular belief, aging is not something that happens when we’re…well, old.

Research actually shows that as soon as we finish growing, in our late teens, we start to age. You may not see aging at this young age, but that is because it all begins at the cellular level.

So is aging inevitable? Well, to answer that question, it’s important to differentiate between biologic aging and chronologic aging. We obviously can’t slow down time. With each passing year we do become a year older. But it appears that we may be able to impact biologic aging. This has to do with how efficiently our cells repair and replicate themselves. There are actually four key mechanisms of aging that occur on the cellular level. But let’s start with a little cell physiology lesson first.

At the center of every cell is a nucleus where the DNA resides. DNA carries genetic information for our physical characteristics and defines each cell’s function. Outside the nucleus in the cellular fluid are mitochondria, the organelles in the body’s cells, that generate energy to power the cell’s activities.

If everything works perfectly, the DNA in each cell is well protected and repaired, so it can be copied correctly when the cell divides. And mitochondria effectively generate energy, so all the systems of your body operate at maximum efficiency.

Unfortunately, everything doesn’t work perfectly, and every day, every cell in your body is bombarded by up to a million DNA damaging assaults─from things like an unhealthy diet, toxins in the environment, smoking…you name it, assaults come from everywhere. They’re even a by-product of your own metabolism. These assaults can damage the cell’s database, creating something like a typo that may compromise cellular function and ultimately longevity. If they’re not repaired, some typos can be replicated over and over again as cells divide. Unfortunately, over time our cells become less efficient at preventing and repairing this DNA damage. This DNA damage is the first mechanism of cellular aging that we refer to.

The second mechanism of cellular aging is a class of compounds called genetic regulators which can contribute to age-related cellular deterioration. These genetic regulators in our cells control the dynamic balance between damage and repair, including whether a cell lives or dies. As the years go by, the activity of these genetic regulators promoting cell renewal and energy production declines, while genetic regulators promoting cell death become more active. As natural defenses and self-repair functions decline, cumulative cell damage increases and this cumulative damage throughout life contributes to age-related cellular deterioration.

The third cause of cellular aging is declining cellular energy production. It’s in the cell’s m
itochondria that energy is created to run all the cellular functions. But over time, mitochondrial efficiency naturally decreases, leading to a decline in energy production which then affects cell function.

And the fourth way cells age is by accumulation of something called Advanced Glycation End Products, or what are commonly called AGE proteins. They’re a bit like plaque that builds up on your teeth, or in your arteries over time. As your cell functions, bringing nutrients in and eliminating waste, this plaque is a byproduct which begins to stick and build up inside the cells, compromising cellular integrity, cell function and ultimately, longevity.

Now for the good news! Laboratory studies show that the key ingredients in our product impact all four of these mechanisms of cellular aging.*

First, our polyphenols have been shown to effectively help protect and repair cellular DNA.*

Second, our polyphenols have been shown to positively impact genetic regulators which help fight cellular aging.

Third, our polyphenols have been shown to promote mitochondrial biogenesis, which helps increase power production within the cells.*

And finally, our polyphenols also reduced the formation of those AGE proteins that can gradually clog up your cells. In fact laboratory studies demonstrate that the ingredients in our product are 10 times more powerful than resveratrol alone in slowing AGE protein formation.*

OurAnti-Aging Tonic, truly is the revolutionary breakthrough we’ve been waiting for because it harnesses the power of a unique polyphenol blend to impact the four key mechanisms of cellular aging.*

The ingredients support heart health, brain health and cardiovascular function. They also enhance immunity and support joint health.*

The ingredients also promote cellular longevity, increase cellular energy, fight free radicals, and promote good health and well being.

And, of course, because it’s from our company it is all natural with no artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners or preservatives.

My colleague Dr. Carsten Smidt, Chief Scientific Officer, is here to share more about the exclusive ingredients in our anti-aging formulation.

Carsten?

Dr. Carsten R. Smidt

One of the most exciting areas in longevity research has been the study of the genetic regulators of aging. Recently, scientists identified in laboratory studies that resveratrol—a compound found in red wine—activates genetic longevity regulators inside cells called sirtuins, which have positive effects on DNA health and metabolism.

Today, as Cindy said, there are over 2000 research publications about resveratrol.

Now, the science team took this very exciting research to the next level to create our product ─ first by sourcing the purest and most potent resveratrol. That’s no easy task since the vast majority of resveratrol sources on today’s market are not pure enough. They often contain substantial amounts of unwanted compounds that can cause tolerance problems. To avoid these issues, we identified a novel, natural resveratrol source that is the purest available.

Then our scientists zeroed in on a remarkable super grape, known as Vitis rotundifolia. This is the only grape in nature with an extra chromosome – which scientists believe greatly enhances its polyphenol profile and potential health benefits.

After much research, we identified and selected the most potent varieties of this super grape. Then, together with scientists from the University of Georgia, we created a carefully designed extraction process to guarantee the highest possible biological activity. We tried many different processes, and we chose the one that gave us the highest biological efficacy in a series of anti-aging laboratory tests. This gentle, efficient extraction process resulted in a super-grape extract high in ellagic acid, which is a phytonutrient not found in ordinary grapes. Ellagic acid is responsible for many of the unique cellular anti-aging actions of the super grape in our formulation. In addition, the extract supplies many other potent polyphenols affecting cellular longevity pathways, such as phenolic acids, ellagitannins, anthocyanins, and proanthocyanidins.*

By harnessing the special cellular anti-aging power of this super grape and combining it with ultrapure, natural resveratrol our scientists have achieved a real breakthrough in the fight against cellular aging.*

In fact, this is the most complex product ever developed by our science team. That’s because of the challenges to develop a new extract from scratch and to combine it into the highly concentrated and potent liquid formula. Moreover, knowing the enormous health benefits of this super grape, we were able to secure the entire output from the largest and best growers in the world, and have filed patents to protect this exclusive and innovative polyphenol formulation.*

A 30-day supply delivers the equivalent amount of resveratrol found in 3,000 glasses of wine. That means just one teaspoon a day delivers the equivalent amount of resveratrol provided in 100 glasses of red wine. And with the inclusion of our exclusive super grape extract, the ingredients have been shown in laboratory studies to be 10 times more powerful than resveratrol alone at slowing the formation of AGE proteins.*

You won’t find another product like this on the market. It took years of research and ingenuity─ first to identify the unique polyphenol profile of this super grape, then to secure the entire output from the largest and best growers in the world, and finally to develop a unique, proprietary extraction process. The result is a remarkable tonic with ingredients that have been research tested to address the four key mechanisms of aging.* It is so exclusive, we have applied for patents to protect our intellectual property so no one can duplicate it.

Cindy Latham

So don’t wait another minute. Turn to the #1 natural nutrition company in the United States, and take positive action today. Try our Cellular Anti-Aging Tonic, the world’s best cellular anti-aging dietary supplement, and find out, first hand, what the excitement is all about.*

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Worms Are Good For The Soil And Eating!

This slice of life wiglet of a story was inspired by the above photograph, which was taken by the brilliant and ever so amazing photographer Robyn of Birdznest Photography.

Once upon a time it was spring. We were digging in our great grand earth to prepare for yet another year of gardening. Digging with young ones around, as many of you know can offer a challenge or two. That particular year my son was five and his precocious sister was two.  I seemingly was the only mom on the block that was actively engaging the kids in gardening.  All the kids from the neighborhood were in our yard and I loved being the house on the block that drew the kids over.

It happened to be an amazing day for finding earth worms.  It had rained and the soil was perfect for working with your hands.  Whenever one of the kids found a worm I’d say, “AWESOME !”

I’d further explain the value of worms for the soil.  The kids of course could care less, they started talking about fat worms vs skinny worms.  Important stuff.  They even decided to make a worm pile so we could pick the best ones for our garden. The idea for a worm pile idea didn’t last very long, the boys started to put worms down the girls shirts.  Especially, the fat ones. More important stuff.  A lot of squealing prevailed.

I overheard one kid say matter of factly that birds eat worms.   I thought to myself oh my gosh I hope no one starts eating worms. Only to glance ever so quickly at my lovely two yr old.

She was standing in the middle of the yard with her mouth WIDE open.  Her silly tongue was wagging.

She was  swinging the fattest worm ever known to motherkind from her fingertips.

She looked me straight in the I got you mom eyes and swallowed the darn thing whole.

I think I screamed.

Actually I know I screamed as did all the kids in the yard.

She never even blinked.

Heck – it’s protein right????

Tastes like chicken?

Got a story that’s a slice of life?

I’d love for you to share it.