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New Articles! Soy Compounds May Offer Colon Cancer Protection - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 12/1/09 Recent research published in Cancer Research indicates that natural lipid compounds found in SOY may prevent the development of colon cancer, the third most deadly form of cancer. Scientists at Children’s Hospital & Research Center, Oakland, California, report that compounds called sphingadienes may be behind the potential anti-cancer effects of Soy, long touted in scientific studies. The researchers were encouraged to find a natural molecule that could be consumed through Soy products as a strategy to help prevent colon cancer when tested on animals and suggest that eating more Soy products may “provide protection against colon cancer in humans.” The studies showed that the compounds could promote programmed cell death, or apoptosis, which is one of the body's most effective defense mechanisms against cancer. Further studies that specifically address the efficacy of sphingadienes in preventing colonic tumours are needed to confirm this, and additional research is also needed to identify the best delivery methods, and the effects of a prolonged intake of the compounds. Soy Waste Compound May Protect Against Inflammation - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 12/08/09 According to research conducted by the University of Illinois, and published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, a protein compound that is often discarded as waste when SOY is processed, may stop inflammation and protect against chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. The Soy protein called lunasin was found to significantly reduce levels of the pro-inflammatory compound interleukin-6 in lab tests. If the study can be repeated in humans it offers promise for preventing chronic inflammation, brought about by a lack of control of the normal protective mechanism. Chronic inflammation has been linked to range of conditions as heart disease, osteoporosis, cognitive decline and Alzheimer's, Type-2 diabetes, arthritis, as well as an increased risk of malignancies and tumour progression. Another study just published in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, reports that lunasin contains a specific sequence of amino acids - arginine, glycine and aspartic acid – that are known to offer cancer protective effects. The researchers indicate that daily consumption of lunasin-rich Soy protein may help to reduce chronic inflammation, and future studies should help researchers make dietary recommendations. SOY Isoflavones May Slow Bone Loss for Women - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 10/28/09 According to research from Baylor College of Medicine,Texas, and funded by the USDA and National Institutes of Health, supplementation with SOY isoflavones may reduce the loss of bone in postmenopausal women. Over 400 postmenopausal women aged between 40 and 60 participated in two-year trials, and the scientists found that daily Soy dosage significantly reduced loss of whole body Bone Mineral Density (BMD) after one and two years, although not at common fracture sites. All were given calcium and vitamin D supplements with the Soy isoflavones. The World Health Organisation calls osteoporosis its biggest global healthcare problem, and limiting bone loss in post-menopausal women could ease the burden of osteoporosis. Previous studies have reported mixed results concerning Soy isoflavones: Studies from China have linked Soy isoflavones to increased BMD, while a recent large study in the Archives of Internal Medicine reported that high Soy consumption was linked with a 48-percent decrease in fractures for women who had been menopausal for less than ten years. After two years, the current research recorded statistically significant reduction in whole body BMD in the women receiving 120 mg Soy isoflavones, and an analysis published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that even daily Soy isoflavone doses of less than 90 mgs may improve bone density.

	6 Best Summer Foods for Weight Loss Lighten up your diet this summer with these refreshing foods and drinks - From WebMD.com's Health & Diet Center - Dated 2007 by WebMD; posted here 07/03/08 The single easiest way to trim calories from your summer diet, experts say, is to load up on nature’s bounty. You don’t have to starve yourself to look better in your shorts or swimsuit this summer. The secret to weight loss is to choose healthy foods and take in fewer calories than you burn. Load up on fresh berries, melons, greens, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, beets, pea pods and all the super-nutritious and low-calorie fruits, greens and vegetables that grow in the garden this time of year. Besides being low in calories, produce is loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. As a bonus, you can forget about portion control when it comes to fresh fruit and vegetables, because it is hard to do much damage to your waistline with these super-nutritious edibles - and it's just easier to make better food choices in summertime, when heavy, high-calorie dishes seem less appealing. Read this informative article to find some of the best food ideas for weight loss this summer with a few great recipes for healthy, low-calorie, delicious, light and refreshing summer meals….and if busy, fun-packed holiday activities leave your normal eating regimens a bit lacking in nutrition, don’t forget natural herbs as a wonderful way to get your supplemental vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. *If you need extra help to lose those extra pounds, there is help* *out there!* Check out our WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT Proprietary Remedy and our WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM, both from Herbal Extracts Plus.
	18 Ways to Feel Great – Tips to Slim Down and Control Cholesterol For all the bad press it gets, the fact is that we need cholesterol, but a high level of cholesterol in the blood—hypercholesterolemia—is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, which leads to heart attack. Understanding which cholesterol is good and which is bad – and why and how they work for you and against you and what to do about it – is fully explained in the attached article. To lower the LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and raise the HDL (good) cholesterol levels in your blood, follow some easy tips that include a few lifestyle changes and adding good foods to our diets like **Green Tea, Garlic, Cranberry, Grapefruit, Oats** and more, and you just may lower your weight, fight disease and improve your overall health. Your heart and your mirror will thank you! Don’t forget, you can add the healthy foods above to your diet in supplement form too! Click on the links in the paragraph above to view more information about each supplement.
	127 Foods That Fight Fat - From Prevention.com via Yahoo! Health - 12/04/06 It’s summertime and time to head to the pool or beach and don bathing suits and summer shorts. With obesity on the rise, maybe it’s time to take an honest look at ourselves and take control of our weight and our eating habits. These days, upwards of sixty percent of Americans are obese or overweight. Correspondingly, the rates of heart disease, stroke, cancer and diabetes are skyrocketing, so now is the time to eat right, and perhaps add on years by shedding some extra pounds! Weight loss starts with commitment and wise shopping even before you sit down to a meal. Taking control of what you eat begins with taking control of what you buy, and every time you choose a healthy food, you're taking responsibility for losing weight. It's not too late! Start today: Proper exercise and sensible foods can go a long way to shaping you up. Click here to read this timely article, and don’t forget some healthy herbal use to help support your efforts while you shed those pounds. Read about our Weight Loss Support* Proprietary Herbal Remedy* Read about our Weight Loss Program
	A very peculiar practice - From the BBC News Health Section - 08/26/99 "At the Hale Clinic in London - where Princess Diana used to receive treatment - you can see anyone from an osteopath to a Qi Gong therapist. Dr Dooja Purkitt, who was medically trained in India, practices Ayurvedic medicine at the clinic - an ancient Indian art which uses herbal remedies, yoga, massage and meditation." This article also discusses other alternative methods.
	About Herbs, Botanicals & Other Products - From the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center This section of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's website provides objective, evidence-based information and details about constituents, adverse effects, interactions and potential benefits or problems, with respect to many different herbs, botanicals and other products from their Integrative Medicine Service staff. It also offers News & Alerts, a FAQ page, and information about their Integrative Medicine Service.
	Allergy Treatments: Wake Up and Smell the Alternatives - From FOXNews.com's Health Section - 03/20/07 *Another season of the year has arrived - Allergy Season!* Every spring and summer, allergy sufferers are seized by uncontrollable sneezing, itchy eyes, and an uncomfortable tickle gripping the back of the throats. Spring allergies are mostly caused by tree pollen and mold. Going into the summer, grass pollen becomes a problem, which causes inflammation and swelling in the lining of the nose and the protective tissues of the eyes. The allergic response to pollen is sometimes called “hay fever.” The upshot of all this is that we wheeze, sneeze, see the world through watery, red, itchy eyes and run through boxes of tissues for that runny nose. Allergies plague over twenty six million adults and children in the United States, and the numbers are rising. For those who prefer the natural route, read this always-timely article to find some old-fashioned dietary hints - including good food choices and anti-allergic spices such as Turmeric, Fennel, Coriander, Black Pepper and Ginger - as well as easy life-style tips that can help keep allergies in check. There is also information about alternative, non-drug herbal remedies that help treat allergies and relieve asthma symptoms. Perhaps it time for some spring cleaning for the body and some herbal therapy to bring relief from this annual invasion. Read this important article for some time-honored hints to help you get ahead of allergy season, and don’t forget to look into natural herbal therapy with *Support for Allergies and Asthma* from Herbal Extracts Plus.
	Ancient minty painkiller worked, study suggests; Ancient Chinese used mint oil, which has anti-inflammatory properties - From MSNBC's Technology & Science > Science Section - 08/25/06 "The doctors of ancient Greece and China had it right when they applied cool and minty salves to soothe aches and pains, a new study suggests. A synthetic treatment with the same properties as mint oil is an effective painkiller when applied directly to the skin. The new cooling compounds could be especially beneficial to millions suffering with the chronic pain of arthritis and diseases affecting nerve endings, scientists say." Please note: While Herbal Extracts Plus does not offer essential oils yet, please visit our Wintergreen webpage for information about how this herb may help relieve your pain.
	The Art Of Tea - How Teas are Processed - From our own Herbal Extracts Plus* research - 08/06* Did you know that Green, Oolong, Black and White Teas are all derived from the same plant? They are simply processed differently. Read this fascinating article to find out how those processes will affect your good health and why the process that produces Green Tea does not allow oxidation, keeping all its potent antioxidant properties intact. After reading these facts, you may just decide to purchase a different tea the next time you are at the grocery store.
	Ask Dr. Weil: Natural Allergy Relief - What's the best way to relieve allergies without medication? - From Prevention via the MSN Health & Fitness Diseases & Conditions section; article not dated - posted here 12/08/09 Drug-free antidotes are nothing to sneeze at, especially if you're susceptible to side effects such as drowsiness and dry mouth from popular OTC allergy pills. Instead, why not follow some promising herbal alternatives that can help get you through the remaining weeks of hay-fever season symptom free. Dr. Andrew Weil answers the question in the title above giving helpful suggestions for allergy relief that includes herbs like QUERCETIN, BUTTERBUR, & NETTLE - then check out our *Support for Allergies and Asthma*.
	Avoid Brain Drain with Memory-Boosting Foods —Improve your mental health with common fruits, vegetables - even coffee - From MSNBC.com Today's Health section - 07/08/08 At any we can all use better brain function, and compelling research indicates that certain foods and nutrients can help enhance memory. When you read the facts about Fish (with Omega-3 Fatty Acids), Berries, leafy Greens and caffeinated Coffee— you’ll want to be sure to incorporate them into your diet to give you that special edge. Studies that focus on food and memory suggest that the more of the above you eat, the better, and here’s why: When considering protection against the breakdown of brain cells, ALL berries are rich in healthy compounds called anthocyanins and flavanols and some of the highest antioxidant concentrations among fruits….but Blueberries seem to be even the best of all. What makes them so powerful? Their deep blue hue — caused by flavonoids —that shield the brain’s memory-carrying cells (neurons) from the negative effects of oxidation and inflammation. When it comes to food and memory, Fish plays a starring role - and specifically, fatty fish, thanks to the ample amounts of Omega-3 Fats (EPA and DHA), they provide. Best fish are low in contaminants and high in Omega 3 Fats: wild salmon, sardines, lake trout, pacific oysters and Atlantic mackerel. If that’s not feasible, you can take supplements or, at the very least, incorporate plant based sources of Omega-3 Fats, i.e., Flaxseed, Omega-3-fortified eggs and walnuts. Don’t forget your leafy greens like Spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens and turnip greens. They’re loaded with folate (also called folic acid) — a nutrient that seems to have a direct effect on memory. High blood levels of homocysteine can indicate memory decline, but foods rich in folic acid (which lowers homocysteine levels), are pointing to protection against memory loss. Lastly, caffeinated Coffee can temporarily sharpen your focus and memory. Studies have demonstrated that after two cups of coffee, the brain activity of test subjects was increased in two areas—one being the part responsible for memory. Without caffeine, there was no increase in brain activity. Remember that every cell in your body needs a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients in order to stay alive and work properly, including brain cells, and because oxygen and nutrients are carried in the blood stream, anything that impedes blood flow will starve those all-important brain cells. So nourish your body with good foods, keep your blood pressure and cholesterol in check, exercise regularly, don’t smoke and get at least seven hours of sleep each night. Read this article and don’t forget to check out supplemental nutrients, like Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Blueberry, Flaxseed, Coffee Bean, Spinach, just in case you don’t have fresh fish, berries, greens or a cup of coffee at hand.
	Battling Bad Cells with Good Eating - A Chowhound Takes Charge of Cancer with Food - From MSNBC's Men's Health Section - 08/23/06 Important facts about how good food and proper nutrition can combat cancer. This article was written by a man who was diagnosed with prostate cancer and immediately made healthy (and good tasting) changes to his diet that helped him change his life for the better.
	Beating Off the Autumn Chill; 7 Healing Foods to Help Nourish and Protect Your Body - From www.christiantoday.com - 09/27/05 With winter just around the corner, autumn is a great time to think about building our reserves and boosting our immune systems to ward off the colds, flu and the bacteria that thrive in our overheated homes and offices. Proper nutrition is a key to staying fit throughout the winter, and we've found some timely information that can help you stay healthy all winter long.
	Black Cohosh - From the Office of Dietary Supplements, a member of the National Institutes of Health - 07/01/03 This article details Black Cohosh's uses and efficacy, dosages, interactions, adverse effects and contraindications; and offers other information about the herb.
	Black Cohosh Fact Sheet Questions and Answers About Black Cohosh and the Symptoms of Menopause - From the Office of Dietary Supplements, a member of the National Institutes of Health As the title states, this is a fact sheet compiled of questions and answers about Black Cohosh and Menopause to help you understand the herb and how it is able to help women going through menopause.
	Boost Brainpower Now: Here's the scoop on herbs that promise to improve your mind, increase your memory, and keep you from losing your marbles - From Prevention.com's Health section - 10/18/04 "You're at a cocktail party, introducing a good friend. Suddenly, you forget her name. Or you're phoning your mother and actually have to look up the number. In yesterday's meeting, a familiar word dissolved on your tongue, leaving an embarrassing pause before it returned. Memory loss and diminished mental sharpness are common problems for men as they age; for women, short-term memory problems and fuzzy thinking are classic menopausal complaints." The article gives its purpose in its title - read on for information about how to combat memory loss and take a look at our own Memory Support product, uniquely formulated to help with this same issue.
	Breakthroughs in Anti-Aging: New research is pointing the way for us to live longer and stay healthier - From Parade magazine via MSN Health & Fitness's Diseases & Conditions section - article not dated; posted here 12/31/08 The fountain of youth may not be a reality—yet!—but new research is pointing the way for us to live longer and stay healthier. With a few simple lifestyle changes, you can feel and look better now and influence how you age years into the future. Exercising, eating well, managing weight, not smoking, avoiding environmental toxins and maintaining a stable emotional state all impact lifespan. Nature's bounty is perfectly formulated to keep us healthy and resilient. An anti-ageing diet is rich in foods that are "alive," rather than packaged or processed. Some examples: Certain vitamins and nutrients act as antioxidants to counteract age-related damage to the heart, arteries, etc. Broccoli, Cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts help prevent cancer and ward off heart disease. So do the chemicals in Blueberry, Raspberry, blackberry and Pomegranate. (Studies at the Tufts University Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging indicate that blueberries also delay age-related loss of cognitive function.) Other foods containing potent antioxidants include Tomato, strawberries, Garlic, Spinach and Carrots. Yet another powerful antioxidant, known as EGCG, is found in Green Tea. Don’t forget healthy fats: Foods with Omega-3 Fatty Acids can reduce the risk of heart attack as well as help prevent dementia. At the very least, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, sometimes called "brain food," reduce memory problems typical of ageing. Research already has established that the polyphenols in Red Wine are beneficial for heart health, and Resveratrol, a compound found in Red Wine Extract, has been shown to promote long life in lab mice and help them avoid the problems of being overweight.
	Cancer Cures in the Herbal Pharmacy - From MedicalNewsToday.com's Complimentary/Alternative Medicine section - 03/05/08 Many chemotherapies to fight cancer in modern medicine are natural products or were developed on the basis of natural substances. Taxanes used in prostate and breast cancer treatment are made from yew trees; the periwinkle plant’s alkaloids are effective against malignant lymphomas. The modern anti-cancer drugs, Topotecan® and Irinotecan®, are derived from the Chinese Happy Tree. Plant constituents that seem particularly promising are derived from the Rangoon Creeper or from Red-Root Sage. The latter contains three ingredients with powerful anti-tumor activity, and the substances were found to suppress the growth of a specific tumor cell line that is particularly resistant to many commonly used cytotoxins. In contrast, a whole range of standard anti-cancer drugs fail to be effective against this cell. In the search for active ingredients, scientists from Germany, Austria and China have been concentrating on herbal remedies from Traditional Chinese Medicine with particularly well documented application range. They are searching for compounds in 76 Chinese medicinal plants that are believed to be effective against malignant tumors and other growths and aligning the effectiveness of the substances on 60 different cancer cell lines with the gene activity profiles of these cells; thus, determining the exact gene products that are the cellular targets of the compounds. Thereby, it may be possible to discover whole new Achilles' heels of the cancer cell. Click here to read the latest science in this important article; then read about traditional uses for Red-Root Sage and European Mistletoe, which is the source of patent medicines (Helixor® and Iscador®), that are employed in oncology therapies in Europe.
	Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Fact Sheet - From the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, part of the National Institutes of Health - November, 2002 The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, part of the National Institutes of Health, includes this fact sheet on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome on their website. Presented in question and answer format, the fact sheet "defines carpal tunnel syndrome [and its] symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention."
	Chant 'Om' for Better Heart Health; Transcendental meditation lowers insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome risk, study finds - HealthDay News via Medline Plus - 06/13/06 "Meditation may do more than bring you inner peace; a new study claims it may improve your cardiovascular health by decreasing the risk of metabolic syndrome. In a study reported in the June 12 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine , researchers report that the practice of transcendental meditation can significantly decrease insulin resistance, lower blood pressure and decrease heart rate variability."
	The Cholesterol Connection - Five foods that fight it and five that feed it. - From MSN Health & Fitness - 2006 "There's no denying that a healthy diet is the first line of defense against rising cholesterol. “If you eat a predominantly plant-based diet— with lots of fruits and vegetables plus some fish — you are on the right track to keeping your cholesterol at a healthy level,” says Lisa Dorfman, a registered dietitian and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. That said, certain so-called super-foods can actually help lower bad cholesterol and/or increase the good cholesterol."
	Common roots for thousands of plant compounds found by scientists - MedicalNewsToday.com - Complimentary Medicine/Alternative Medicine (January 21, 2005) "Just one cellular pathway produces the raw ingredients plants use to make thousands of compounds, from molecules with anticancer properties to the active ingredient in catnip, according to a team of researchers at Purdue University and the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology."
	Could Soy Isoflavones Extend Life? - From NutraIngredients.com's Product News > Soy-Based Ingredients section - 09/11/09 According to scientists from Britain’s Newcastle University, SOY isoflavones may activate anti-ageing proteins and lead to an extension of life. The preliminary research suggests that the isoflavone, daidzein, in Soy may activate a protein called sirtuin1 (Sirt1), previously linked to the regulation of ageing and longevity. The scientists alluded to the long-life expectancy and healthy ageing in Okinawans, who in past years consumed a low-energy, calorie-restricted diet, which is often cited as evidence supporting a longevity effect in humans. It is of interest to note that Soya provided the principal source of protein in this diet, raising the possibility that some beneficial effects of the diet relevant to healthy ageing and long lifespan may, speculatively, be the result of Soybean isoflavones potentiating effects Sirt1 activity. Certain compounds found in the diet may also activate Sirt1, with the most focus being on resveratrol, a polyphenol found in Red Wine, as well as Pomegranate and Blueberry, etc. The researchers say isoflavones and resveratrol share a degree of structural similarity and report that early observations from their work indicate that Soy isoflavones may share many of resveratrol’s functional properties, “and so highlight the potential for a diet rich in these compounds to promote healthy ageing.”
	Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations (for maintaining a healthy heart) - From the American Heart Association - October, 2000 " A healthy diet and lifestyle are your best weapons to fight cardiovascular disease. It’s not as hard as you may think! Remember, it's the overall pattern of your choices that counts. Make the simple steps [in this article] part of your life for long-term benefits to your health and your heart."
	Dietary Supplement Fact Sheets - From the Office of Dietary Supplements; a member of the National Institutes of Health This page from the Office of Dietary Supplements website gives you detailed information about several herbs and other dietary supplements. Some of the herbs include fact sheets on what can be found on the Herbal Extracts Plus website for purchase, and some may also be included in specially-formulated herbal blends that we offer to help your body maintain or improve its normal functions. You can find out by visiting our Single Herbs & Extracts pages, as well as our Proprietary Herbal Remedies and *Synergistic Combinations* pages.
	The Digestive System - From BBC Health - March 2001; last reviewed in September 2005 " Ever wondered what happens to your food once it passes your lips? Well, once you've taken a mouthful, your food embarks on an incredible journey... "
	Do You Know the Health Risks of Being Overweight? - From the Weight-control Information Network; part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institutes of Health As the title suggests, this informational page offers information on several different health risks of being overweight. Read about our Weight Loss Support* Proprietary Herbal Remedy* Read about our Weight Loss Program
	Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet - From the American Heart Association - last updated 04/08/08 "Some cholesterol is made by your body. The food you eat is responsible for the rest. Food products from animals contain cholesterol — including meats, poultry, shellfish, eggs, butter, cheese and whole or 2 percent milk. And any type of food can also contain saturated fats and trans fats, which cause your body to make more cholesterol. The American Heart Association recommends that you keep your intake of total fat to between 25 percent and 35 percent, your saturated fat consumption to less than 7 percent and your intake of trans fat to less than 1 percent of your total daily calories." Read this article to find out how.
	Eat to Cheat Your Age - From the Daily Mail website's Femail section - 01/29/07 We’re living for longer than ever before, but who wants to look their age? Fortunately, science is proving that the food we eat can put the brakes on the ageing process, both on the inside and the outside. Investing in a healthy diet now can help reduce the likelihood of suffering from ailments such as failing eyesight, arthritis and heart disease, as well as fatigue and lack-lustre skin. Many of the visible effects of ageing, such as wrinkles, and also those that we can't see, such as deterioration of the heart and eyes, are caused by free radicals - highly reactive molecules that damage cell walls and the genetic material within cells. Free radicals are hard to avoid, as they're produced naturally in the course of everyday life: factors such as smoking, pollution and overexposure to sunlight can accelerate their production. But eating lots of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables can be a powerful defense against them. Vitamin C-rich citrus fruit can also help to boost the immune system, promote healthy skin and reduce the risk of eye disease. Growing old gracefully is an art that anyone can master....with a little help from the right foods.
	Eat Right Without Thinking: 20 secrets to eat what you love and still get the body you want. - From Men's Health's Food for Fitness section - Article not dated; posted here 10/12/07 Now that summer has ended and autumn is here, we tend to eat more, because we can get away with it. Whether we are busy parents, college kids or stressed business people, sudden weight gain can affect any of us, as we trade our bathing suits for heavier sweaters and sweatshirts that can potentially hide bulging bellies underneath. As new college kids have traded home life for campus life, many of them face the dreaded “freshman 15,” and since folks are not as likely to bare their midsections and strut their stuff on the beach, it often means more relaxed food regimens and more nights of ordering-out pizza and overdoing dessert. All is not lost, however: To prevent fall and winter weight gain, it will be easier if we adopt some of the smart habits outlined in the linked article. These twenty simple tactics—if you stick to them regularly—will help you get more of the foods you need into your diets, while eliminating the foods you don’t need. The best part? Before long, you’ll be dining like a nutrition expert – without even thinking about it! A little natural herbal support can be very helpful too, so look into the Weight Loss Program, Weight Loss Support Proprietary Remedy, and Weight Loss Support Synergistic Combination from Herbal Extracts Plus.
	Eating For A Better Mood - Find out which foods will make you feel better: - From Parade Magazine via MSN Health & Fitness's Diseases & Conditions section - article not dated; posted here 02/27/09 The next time you feel blue or irritable, you may want to take a look at what's in your fridge. Researchers who study the food-mood connection have found that certain vitamins and other compounds in food can change brain chemistry. Foods influence the activity of neurotransmitters, the chemicals that convey information from one neuron to the next. Anything that affects these chemical messengers affects your mood—making food a pretty powerful "drug" when it comes to how you feel and act. For example, several studies have shown that Omega-3 Fatty Acids may be effective at combating depression. The best food sources are fatty fish such as wild salmon, sardines, and herring, but you may also want to consider taking a daily fish-oil supplement. Three B vitamins (B-6, B-12 and Folic acid) have been studied for their role in mood regulation. Some studies show that people with low blood levels of folic acid have higher rates of depression. Foods rich in folic acid (which is called folate when it's found naturally in food) include leafy green vegetables, sunflower seeds, Soy, Beet, Pomegranate, Onion and oranges. *Vitamin D* plays a role in reducing the risk of osteoporosis, various cancers, and autoimmune diseases, but recent research indicates that it also may help alleviate seasonal affective disorder (SAD), which is caused by the shortened days and limited sunlight of winter. The most potent form of the vitamin is D-3 or cholecalciferol. *A Carbohydrate Overhaul* is another way to help banish the blues. Cut back on sugar and other refined carbs. On the other hand, high-quality carbohydrates from soluble fiber, such as Oats, Barley (also rich in folate and B-vitamins), lentils, Peas, Flaxseed, Kidney Bean and White Sweet Potato, are metabolized slowly for stable blood-sugar levels and fewer mood swings.
	Eating 'Smart': 9 Super Foods for Better Brain - From the FoxNews.com Health section's Nutrition and Fitness Section - 06/21/06 "There's no denying that as we age chronologically, our body ages right along with us. But research is showing that you can increase your chances of maintaining a healthy brain well into your old age if you add these "smart" foods to your daily eating regimen." From salmon, rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids, to nuts and seeds, such as Flax Seeds, you can't go wrong with these super foods!
	Eight Quick Kitchen Cures for Pain You use these herbs to cook - Now use them to ease painful problems! - From Prevention.com's Health > Natural Remedies section - 11/09/04 Whether it’s heartburn, headache, stomachache, insect bites and stings, sinus pain, toothache or colds and flu, look to your herbal closet and open up the Ginger, Peppermint, Cloves, Thyme, Turmeric, Rosemary, Cinnamon, Coriander and Sesame…and leave your aches and pains behind. Read some old-fashioned advice in this interesting article, and stock up your closet with herbs and spices that can do some double duty.
	Falling Leaves Mean Rising Allergies: Experts Offer Tips on Keeping Seasonal Symptoms at Bay - From HealthDay News via Medline Plus - 10/21/06 "Raking and burning autumn leaves is a rite of the season for many, but those with allergies may want to avoid it, experts say. Here are some other tips from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) on avoiding allergy triggers this fall.
	Fatty Fish May Slash Men’s Heart Failure Risk - One portion of fatty fish per week may reduce a man’s risk of heart failure, according to new research from the U.S. and Sweden. - From NutraIngredients.com's On Your Radar > Omega-3 section - 04/23/09 Research from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Teaching Hospital of Harvard Medical School) and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, and published in the European Heart Journal, indicated that the benefits appear linked to the OMEGA-3 FATTY ACID content of the fish. The new study is one of the largest studies to investigate the association between fatty fish-Omega-3 intake and heart failure: Almost 40,000 Swedish men between the ages of 45 and 79 were followed between 1998 and 2004, and the highest intake of marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids was linked to a reduction in the risk of heart failure of thirty-three percent. Previous research demonstrated that fatty fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acids help to combat risk factors for a range of heart-related conditions, such as lowering triglycerides (fats in the blood), reducing blood pressure, heart rate and heart rate variability, which may explain the association with the reduced risk of heart failure found in the current study. Omega-3 Fatty Acids, most notably DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), have been linked to a wide-range of health benefits, including reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers, good development of a baby during pregnancy, joint health and improved behaviour and mood. Current guidelines from the American Heart Association recommend eating fatty fish twice a week. It will be important to replicate these findings in other populations, particularly those including women, as the study included men only.
	Fish Oil During Pregnancy May Slash Infant Allergy - From NutraIngredients.com - 07/09/09 According to a new study from Sweden, researchers have found that the occurrence of eczema and food allergies was lower in infants of mothers receiving supplements of OMEGA-3-rich fish oils during pregnancy and the early months of breast-feeding. The findings from the randomized placebo-controlled double-blind study showed that OMEGA-3 FATTY ACID supplementation during pregnancy and lactation may reduce the risk of developing allergic sensitization to egg, IgE-associated eczema and food allergy during the first year of life. Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is the predominant antibody associated with an allergic response. The new study, including 145 pregnant women, adds to the ever-growing list of studies supporting the potential health benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids, particularly EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA. Much of its healthy reputation is based largely on evidence that it can aid cognitive function and protect the heart against cardiovascular disease. Both DHA and EPA may produce changes in immune-cell membranes and reduce the levels of the Omega-6 Fatty Acid arachidonic acid (AA). By inhibiting the metabolism of AA, the formation of the less inflammatory eicosanoids is favoured, which may be linked to lower allergic sensitization in the children. Food allergies and the number of other allergic diseases have been rising. The most common food allergen ingredients and their derivatives are cereals (containing gluten), fish, crustaceans, egg, peanut, soybeans, milk and dairy products including lactose, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seed and sulphites.
	Gall Bladder Disease - From the About.com Health & Fitness's Women's Health Secction This section of About.com gives you many articles and resources for gall bladder disease. There are articles explaining the disease, its symptoms, preventing the disease, treating the disease and more. If you or someone you know is suffering from a gall bladder ailment, these articles will be well worth reading. About.com also offers a wealth of information about many other topics.
	Germ Warfare: Common Cold & Flu Culprits - It's cold and flu season again, and the most innocent of objects could be your greatest health threat - From WebMD.com's Cold & Flu Health Center - January 2007 Spreading the flu isn't quite the same as spreading New Year's cheer. The dastardly duo - cold and flu - are back, and they're hiding everywhere, from the shopping mall to your doctor's tie to the telephone. For some of us, these seasonal sicknesses are already nesting in our lungs and sinuses and playing havoc with our immune systems. So what can you and your family do to stay healthy? With some help from Charles Gerba, PhD, professor of microbiology at the University of Arizona, we’ll tell you where cold and flu germs live and hide so that you can take proper precautions or, better yet, avoid them like the plague.
	Going Barefoot Eases Burden on Arthritic Knees - From Reuters Health via Medline Plus - 10/19/06 "Adults who suffer from knee osteoarthritis -- the wear-and-tear form of arthritis -- may want to go without shoes when they can, based on new research that suggests that walking in shoes increases loads on knee and hip joints in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee."
	Good Taste: Top 5 Foods to Prevent Bad Breath - From MSN Health & Fitness Everyone knows that brushing and flossing after every meal is what the doctor orders for maintaining healthy teeth and gums, but does it keep your breath fresh too? Probably not after the first half hour or so! This article will let you know what you can do between meals to keep your breath fresh as often as you can!
	Health Tip: Be Careful During Hot Weather - Protect Yourself from Heat Stroke - From HealthDay News via ABC News website's Health section - 03/23/09 Heatstroke occurs when a person's temperature soars to 104 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, effectively shutting down the body's heat-regulating mechanism. Symptoms may include hot, dry skin, inability to sweat, muscle cramps and shallow breathing. The University of Michigan Health System has given us some timely tips to avoid this serious problem, so read this important article for suggestions on how to help prevent heatstroke this summer.
	Herbal Remedies: Adverse Effects and Drug Interactions - From the American Academy of Family Physicians - 03/01/99 According to this article, many manufacturers of herbal products for preventative and therapeutic purposes are not required to submit proof of safety and efficacy to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration before marketing. The article describes the warnings and contraindications involved when using these products and wants you to be aware of them, so that you know exactly what you are doing when planning to include these products in your health regimen.
	Herbsphere.com - Updated Herbal News and Features This website will give you a good insight into herbs and how they can help your body. The website comes to you from Helen Knowles, who is an advisor, aromatherapist and electro-crystal practitioner, among other things. She has written a book and does research and writing for other projects relating to herbal medicine. Her extensive articles are definitely worth reading.
	High Bread Consumption Tied to Kidney Cancer - From Reuters Health via Medline Plus - 10/20/06 "A diet high in refined cereals, and bread in particular, is associated with an elevated risk of renal cell carcinoma (RCC), the main type of kidney cancer, according to a study in Italy."
	How To Have Your Holiday Cheer -- Without Losing Your Waistline - From Medical News Today's Obesity/Weight Loss/Fitness News Section - 11/9/06 As the holidays approach, many Americans are preparing to throw caution to the wind and enjoy making merry. Unfortunately, with more than two-thirds of us already overweight or obese, the extra pies, sugar cookies, dressing and mashed potatoes can make a bad situation worse. The abundance of tasty treats poses a serious challenge, and although the holidays bring a lot of joy, they also tend to bring a lot of weight gain. Studies show that the average American gains about seven pounds from mid-December to January first every year. But that doesn't have to be the case according to Margery Lawrence, Chair of the nutrition department at Saint Joseph College in West Hartford, Connecticut. Lawrence says there are numerous ways to get your holiday cheer without losing your waistline, and it starts with planning ahead. (Click here for information about our own Weight Loss Support Proprietary Herbal Remedy!)
	IBSpage.com - The IBS Page This webpage offers many links to websites with information about Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It is a directory that will lead you to websites by individuals, educational institutions, commercial sites, associations/organizations and much more.
	Juice Consumption Linked to Reduced Risk of Alzheimer's; Decade-long study finds 76 percent lower incidence for regular drinkers - From HealthDay News via Medline Plus - 08/31/06 "The risk of developing Alzheimer's disease was dramatically reduced for older people who drank fruit or vegetable juices regularly in a 10-year study, researchers report. It's not the general kind of antioxidants in fruit juices that produce the benefit, said Dr. Qi Dai, assistant professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and lead author of the report. Rather, he attributed the effect to polyphenols, a particularly strong antioxidant."
	Kitchen Cupboard or Medicine Cabinet? - HealthDay News via Medline Plus (June 9, 2006) "Take two bites of chocolate, a sip of burgundy, a filet of fresh fish, and call me in the morning." Wouldn't that be a great prescription? It may not be too far off the mark. Studies are suggesting that some of the food on your dinner plates and the drinks in your glasses may be more than just life-sustaining, they may be life-preserving, too, loaded with real power to heal."
	Light Of My life - From The Times via Times Online's website - 10/23/06 "Can a New Therapy Brighten Up Seasonal Blues? The mornings are gloomy. The evenings are drawing in. Already we are pining for the long bright days of summer. But for anyone with seasonal affective disorder, which bears the unfortunate acronym SAD, the change is far more dramatic. In its most severe form, its symptoms include mood swings, binge eating and excessive sleeping. So to suppress SAD we need more light. Exposure to a light-emitting box each morning is effective in 85 per cent of cases, according to the Mental Health Foundation."
	Making Multiple Lifestyle Changes is Beneficial, Achievable in Lowering High Blood Pressure - From the National Institute of Health's News & Events (April 3, 2006) "Men and women with elevated blood pressure who make healthy lifestyle changes and sustain them for up to a year and a half can substantially reduce their rates of high blood pressure and potentially decrease their heart disease risk. With behavioral counseling, increases in physical activity, and adoption of a healthy eating plan called DASH, rates of high blood pressure dropped from 37 to 22 percent among participants in a study conducted by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health."
	Mononucleosis increases risk of multiple sclerosis - From Reuters Health, sourced from the Annals of Neurology via the Armenian Medical Network, www.health.am - 03/28/06 "NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), resulting in infectious mononucleosis, which primarily effects adolescents and young adults, more than doubles the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life, results of a large review of studies suggest."
	More Omega-3 ~ Less Omega-6 for Colorectal Protection - From NutraIngredients.com - 08/12/09 According to a study that included 73,242 participants, increasing intake of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and decreasing Omega-6 could reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. New research conducted in China by scientists from Vanderbilt University and published in Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention adds to a small but growing body of evidence supporting the importance of balance between Omega-3 (linolenic acid) and Omega-6 (linoleic) Fatty Acids. The highest dietary ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 was associated with a ninety-five percent increase in the risk of women developing colorectal cancer. Previously, the higher ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 had been linked to prostate cancer risk (Clinical Cancer Research) with inconsistent results. But the new findings suggest that increasing ratios of Omega-6 (arachidonic) acid to Omega-3 eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA) Fatty Acids was strongly associated with increased colorectal cancer risk. The Omega-6 (arachidonic) Fatty Acid was also linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer and this association may be mediated in part through PGE2 production (pro-inflammatory prostaglandin). Specifically, women with the highest average intakes had an associated risk forty percent higher than women with the lowest average intakes.
	Office Aches and Pains - What to do when work hurts your hands, wrists and arms. - From the MSN Health & Fitness Diet & Fitness section - (not dated; posted here 08/03/07) People in computer-related office jobs, factory and construction work, as well as dress-making professions typically report a high incidence of strain to the hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders and neck. Repetitive Motion Injury includes aches of carpal tunnel syndrome, elbow pain, numbness, stiffness and/or tenderness in the neck and back. Worse, these conditions can hinder performance on the job that causes it in the first place. When it comes to desk jobs, ergonomically unfriendly work stations—incorrectly placed computer monitors and desk chairs or poor arm and back alignment—are thought to exacerbate the already-stressful motions of keyboarding, moving a mouse around and other hand/arm actions. There is help! A 2007 review in The Lancet, a British medical journal, found that exercise may provide relief, but you may also be able to decrease stress by following the good advice included in the following article. A little herbal therapy might help those achy and painful joints too. Click here for information about our Support for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome* Proprietary Herbal Remedy*
	Oily Fish 'Can Halt Eye Disease' - From BBC News website's Health News - 06/08/09 In a study conducted by Tufts University, Boston, and published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, researchers believe OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS offer protection against age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by altering fat levels in the blood after a meal that can be damaging to the body. People with (AMD) should eat oily fish that are rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids at least twice a week to keep their eye disease at bay, say scientists. Omega-3 Fatty Acids, which are found in abundance in fish like salmon, tuna, mackerel and herring appear to slow or even halt the progress of both early and late stage disease. These findings appear to be consistent with previous research that has shown that eating Omega-3 poly-unsaturated fats as part of a balanced diet may help prevent the development of age-related macular degeneration. The researchers based their findings on almost three thousand people taking part in a trial of vitamins and supplements.
	Oily Fish May Reduce Dementia Risk: Transcontinental study - From NutraIngredients.com - 07/08/09 According to a study spanning three continents and including almost fifteen thousand people, increased intake of fish may reduce the risk of dementia by about twenty percent; on the other hand, meat consumption was found to increase dementia risk. The results, which were published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, are consistent with mechanistic data on the neuroprotective actions of OMEGA-3 long-chain polyunsaturated Fatty Acids commonly found in fish, and the seven-country study indicated that the more fish consumed, the more beneficial the effects. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia and currently affects over thirteen million people worldwide. The majority of science for the health benefits of fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acid consumption has focused on cardiovascular health, but the science for cognitive benefits is growing and almost as compelling as the heart health data with two previous studies also reporting that regular consumption of Omega-3-Fatty Acid could prevent age-related cognitive decline.
	Omega-3 Fatty Acid Deficiency Causes 96,000 U.S. Deaths per year, say researchers - From NutraIngredients.com - 06/26/09 According to a study conducted by Harvard University and funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Omega-3 Fatty Acid deficiency is the sixth biggest killer of Americans and more deadly than excess trans fat intake. The researchers looked at dietary, lifestyle and metabolic risk factors to establish how many fatalities could have been prevented if better practices had been observed. They determined that there were 72,000-96,000 preventable deaths each year due to Omega-3 Fatty Acid deficiency, compared to 63,000-97,000 from high trans fat intake. The analysis reinforced the long-held notion that the diet has a tremendously powerful impact on health and longevity and that the consumption of Omega-3’s (along with fruits and veggies) is far from adequate. Since chronic diseases and associated deaths are multifactorial, more clinical research is needed to nail down why Omega-3 is so effective. The study highlighted the importance of establishing a dietary reference intake (DRI) for Omega-3 forms, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid); and once these daily dietary requirements are established, the government can undertake initiatives to improved Americans’ intake of these critical nutrients.
	Omega-3 Fish Oils Linked to Better Semen Quality - From NutraIngredients.com - 08/10/09 Infertile men have lower levels of OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS in their sperm than fertile men, suggests new research published in the peer-reviewed journal, Clinical Nutrition, which opens up the possibility for supplements to boost sperm quality. The university study evaluated the association of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids on semen quality in infertile men (with defective production of spermatozoa) and fertile men. The findings add to a small but growing body of evidence supporting the importance of balance between Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Omega-6 Fatty Acids, since the ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 was found to be higher in infertile men. Specifically, the study looked at levels of the Omega-3 Fatty Acids, including alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and the levels of Omega-6 Fatty Acids, such as linoleic acid (LA) and arachidonic acid (AA). According to their results, fertile men were found to have higher blood and sperm levels of all three Omega-3 Fatty Acids; and a high proportion of Omega-6 Fatty Acids in the spermatozoa was a distinctive feature of infertile men. “The data tend to support a possible beneficial effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acid supplementation among patients with defective production of sperm,” said the researchers, and although the study was limited to Iranian men and may not be generalised for other populations, the findings suggest that research should be performed to assess the potential benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acid supplementation as a therapeutic approach in infertile men in other populations.
	Omega-3 Linked to Lower Body Weight: Study - From NutraIngredients.com - 07/21/09 Increased blood levels of the OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS is linked to lower incidence of obesity, suggesting a role for fish oils in weight management. New findings reported in the British Journal of Nutrition indicate that overweight and obese people have lower blood levels of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) than people with a healthy weight and suggest that Omega-3 may play an important role in weight status and abdominal adiposity. Previous studies have implicated Omega-3 in protective benefits against obesity, and the new study adds to this small but growing body of evidence. When blood samples of the recruits of varying weights (healthy, overweight and obese) were taken after the subjects fasted for at least ten hours, the obese people had lower Omega-3 levels, compared to their healthy-weight peers, and it was also observed that increased Omega-3 levels were associated with a healthier BMI, a smaller waist and a lower hip size. A considerable number of studies already support the benefits of the Omega-3 Fatty Acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) for cardiovascular health and cognitive health. Other areas of potential for the fatty acids include mood and behaviour, eye health, cancer risk reduction and improved infant development. Previous results suggested that Omega-3s may increase the production of heat by burning energy (thermogenesis), and another study suggested a role of Omega-3s in boosting the feeling of fullness after a meal (postprandial satiety) during weight loss in both overweight and obese individuals. The researchers concluded that the idea that fish oil can regulate weight status via improved appetite control and reduction in energy intake is plausible and worthy of further investigation.
	Omega-3 Linked to Lower Levels of Inflammation - From NutraIngredients.com - 04/14/09 According to this study, increased blood levels of the Omega-3 Fatty Acids are associated with lower levels of a marker of inflammation linked to heart disease. One of their most important benefits is their anti-inflammatory effect, because many diseases, like heart disease and arthritis, seem to be related to an inflammatory process. Omega-3s can tune down the body’s inflammation, and that may be how they help prevent some of these chronic diseases. Omega-3 fatty acids, most notably DHA and EPA, have been linked to a wide-range of health benefits, including reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers, good development of a baby during pregnancy, joint health and improved behaviour and mood. Given the low risks and big potential benefits of Omega-3s, we should figure out some way to get more of them. With a few exceptions, there does not seem to be problem with the average person taking a fish oil supplement daily, like a multivitamin. By and large, an extra gram of supplemental Omega-3 Fatty Acids is only going to help you. Click the orange link in the paragraph above to read this interesting article.
	Omega-3 May Boost Heart Health for Diabetics - From NutraIngredients.com - 06/23/09 Daily supplements of Omega-3 Fatty Acids may reduce levels of compound in blood of diabetics linked to heart disease - According to research from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and published in peer-reviewed Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases, supplemental OMEGA-3 FATTY ACID cut levels of homocysteine in diabetic patients, by twenty-two percent, compared to less than one percent in the placebo group. The current study found that daily consumption over two months decreased the production of the amino acid, homocysteine, which can lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Previous studies have linked increased blood levels of homocysteine to increased risk of cardiovascular disease, suggesting that lowering levels could cut the risk of cardiovascular disease, but the topic is still somewhat controversial because of mixed results. Furthermore, after two months of supplementation, the researchers not only noted significant reductions in levels of homocysteine, but further discovered that levels of haemoglobin (used to follow plasma glucose concentrations over time) were decreased by 0.75 percent in the Omega-3 group - but increased in the placebo group by 0.26 percent. The researchers concluded that “homocysteine levels were decreased significantly in the Omega-3 Fatty Acid supplemented group, and a significant difference was found between the treatment and the control groups before and after Omega-3 Fatty Acid supplementation.”
	Omega-3 May Improve Blood Pressure During Weight Loss - From NutraIngredients.com - 06/02/09 Consumption of fatty fish like salmon, or fish oil supplements, may reduce blood pressure during an energy-restricted diet, suggests a pan-European study. According to findings published in Nutrition, over 300 young overweight individuals were followed for eight weeks by researchers from the University of Iceland, the University of Navarra (Spain), University College Cork (Ireland) and the Portuguese National Research Institute in Lisbon, and at the end of the intervention period, all participants experienced an average weight loss of 5.2 kilograms and reductions in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. The blood pressure reducing benefits of salmon and fish oil were especially noticeable in people with initially low levels of docosahexanoic acid (DHA) in their cell membranes. Omega-3 Fatty Acids have been identified as one of the super-nutrients taking the food and supplements industry by storm. Much of its healthy reputation that is seeping into consumer consciousness is based largely on evidence that it can aid cognitive function and may help protect the heart against cardiovascular disease. Several intervention trials have reported positive benefits on blood pressure and cardiovascular disease using Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Indeed, a meta-analysis of randomised, controlled trials showed significant decreases in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure with Omega-3 doses in the region of two to three grams per day.
	Omega-3 May Improve Blood Pressure in Kidney Disease Patients - From NutraIngredients.com - 09/17/09 Research from the Royal Perth Hospital and University of Western Australia, and published in the Journal of Hypertension, found that people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), which increases the risk of heart disease, experienced improvements in both blood pressure and heart rate following supplementation with Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Furthermore, when taken in combination with coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), the blood-pressure-reducing benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids were enhanced and may decrease blood pressure and heart rate in kidney disease patients, even though CoQ10 is not associated with any improvements on its own. According to background information, CKD is linked to increased prevalence in all-cause mortality, cardiovascular events and hospitalization. Omega-3 may improve blood pressure, heart rate, blood lipid levels and vascular function, and CoQ10 may improve blood pressure and vascular function. The interaction between Omega-3 Fatty Acids and CoQ10 on blood pressure is difficult to explain in view of the lack of effect of CoQ10 alone on blood pressure and needs confirmation; thus, future studies should include long-term supplementation in order to determine effects of Omega-3 on renal function in patients with CKD. However, the researchers concluded that Omega-3 Fatty Acids, in fact, lower blood pressure and may reduce cardiovascular risk in non-diabetic patients with moderate- to-severe chronic kidney disease.
	Omega-3 May Prevent Age-Related Sight Loss - From NutraIngredients.com - 10/08/09 According to a new study from the U. S. National Eye Institute, increased intakes of Omega-3 Fatty Acids may reduce the risk of developing age-related blindness by thirty percent. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is retinal disease that causes central vision loss, leaving only peripheral vision, and is the leading cause of legal blindness for people over fifty-five years of age in the Western world. As the generation of baby boomers ages, the incidence is expected to triple by 2025. There are two types of AMD – wet and dry, and according to the findings, increased intakes of Omega-3 Fatty Acids may reduce the risk of both wet and dry AMD by thirty-five and thirty-two percent, respectively. It is known that Omega-3 Fatty Acids play an important role in the layer of nerve cells in the retina, and studies have already previously reported that high intake of Omega-3 may protect against the onset of AMD (University of Melbourne, Australia, 2008). The researchers concluded that the new study results may guide the development of low-cost and easily implemented preventive interventions for progression to advanced age-related macular degeneration.
	Omega-3 May Prevent Blindness in the Elderly: Study - From NutraIngredients.com - 07/23/09 Research from the National Eye Institute in Bethesda, and published in the American Journal of Pathology, found that a diet rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids may prevent the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness in those over fifty years of age. The fatty acids were also associated with impeding the progression of lesions, as well as improving some lesions. It is known that Omega-3 Fatty Acids, particularly DHA (Docosahexanoic Acid), play an important role in the layer of nerve cells in the retina, with earlier studies reporting that Omega-3 Fatty Acids and eating fish may protect against the onset of AMD by up to thirty-eight percent. AMD is a degenerative retinal disease that causes central vision loss, which leaves only peripheral vision. Looking at the potential mechanism behind the effects, the researchers noted lower levels of inflammatory molecules, such as prostaglandin E2 and leukotriene B4 and higher levels of anti-inflammatory molecules, such as prostaglandin D2. Despite the fact that approximately twenty-five to thirty million people worldwide are affected by AMD, awareness of the condition is low, according to those who funded the study - the National Eye Institute, the National Institutes of Health, Intramural Research Program and the American Health Assistance Foundation. Furthermore, as the generation of Baby Boomers gets older, the incidence expects AMD to be on the rise and triple by 2025.
	Omega-3 May Protect Diabetics From Heart Failure - From NutraIngredients.com - 09/30/09 According to new research from Wageningen University in the Netherlands, and reported in the European Journal of Heart Failure, increased intakes of Omega-3 Fatty Acids may protect diabetics from heart failure, and a protective effect of high intakes of Omega-3 Fatty Acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) was also observed in women. Non-diabetic men in this study, however, did not receive the same benefits from high intakes of the Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Omega-3 Fatty Acids, most notably DHA and EPA, have been linked to a wide-range of health benefits, including reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and certain cancers, good development of a baby during pregnancy, joint health and improved behaviour and mood, so the results of this study do go against a study published earlier this year in the European Heart Journal by researchers from the U.S. Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden. In that study, the highest intake of marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids were linked to a general reduction in the risk of heart failure by thirty-three percent. Scientists and health authorities are increasingly persuaded that the intake of fish - even in small amounts - will protect against the risk of fatal myocardial infarction. Because the new study in an older Dutch population did not confirm the hypothesis of a protective effect of fish intake against heart failure; and other, previous studies of older adults did report a risk reduction of about twenty percent for one to two weekly servings of fish, a protective effect of EPA plus DHA against heart failure in subgroups like diabetics cannot be excluded. Thus, the current findings warrant further studies.
	Omega-3 May Protect Healthy Men from Chestpains - From NutraIngredients.com - 10/16/09 A new study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, reported that increased intakes of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid and DPA (docosapentaenoic acid) may protect men against Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), an umbrella term for a range of symptoms including unstable angina and chest pains. The heart health benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids have been well-documented as early as the 1970s in the highly esteemed medical journals, Lancet and American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. To date, Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs) have been linked to improvements in blood lipid levels and a reduced tendency of thrombosis, blood pressure and heart rate. The new study, which was conducted by the Danish Diet, Cancer and Health group, involved 57,053 men and women over almost eight years, and it found that men who consumed more PUFAs per day had a 27-percent lower risk of ACS than men who consumed less (no associated benefits were observed for women, noted the researchers). Earlier this year, one review concluded that the science behind the cardiovascular health benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids supported recommended daily levels of 500 mgs; however, according to a review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, compelling evidence from studies supports daily intakes of at least 500 mgs daily for healthy individuals, while people with known heart disease or heart failure should aim for up to 1,000 mg daily.
	Omega-3 Plus Glucosamine “Superior” for Joint Health - From NutraIngredients-USA.com's News Headlines > Research section - 11/30/09 According to new research from Germany that was published in the journal, Advances in Therapy, combining Omega-3 Fatty Acids with Chondroitin Sulfate is superior to Glucosamine alone, and it achieves better improvements in joint health. The new commercially funded study is said to be the first clinical trial to employ the combination of Glucosamine with Omega-3 Fatty Acids in people suffering from osteoarthritis. The patients studied had moderate-to-severe knee or hip osteoarthritis pain, and after twenty-six weeks of supplementation, the researchers tested pain levels using the established Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthrosis (WOMAC) pain score. While there was no significant difference between the number of responders in each group when a minimal pain reduction of at least twenty percent was used, significant differences were observed when a higher responder criterion of at least 80 percent pain reduction was used. Indeed, the combination product reduced morning stiffness and pain in the hips and knees by between 48.5 and 55.6 percent, compared to 41.7 to 55.3 percent in the Glucosamine only group. The joint health market is dominated by Glucosamine, and it is often used in combination with Chondroitin Sulfate. The researchers note that the ingredients probably acted synergistically: Omega-3 Fatty Acids inhibit the inflammation process in osteoarthritis, whereas Glucosamine Sulfate further supports the rebuilding of lost cartilage.
	Omega-3 Review: Half a Gram Needed for Heart Benefits - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 08/04/09 According to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, “state-of-the-art” science behind the cardiovascular health benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids supports recommended daily levels of 500 mgs and upwards. Compelling evidence from studies involving almost 40,000 participants validates daily intakes of Omega-3 fish oil containing EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) - plus DHA (docosahexaenoic) acid - of at least 500 mg per day for healthy individuals and up to 1,000 mgs daily for those with known heart disease or heart failure. The researchers indicate that this is not just hype; there is now tremendous evidence from very large studies, some dating back twenty or thirty years, that demonstrate the protective benefits of Omega-3 in multiple aspects of preventive cardiology. The researchers concluded that further studies are needed to determine optimal dosing that provides maximal cardio-protection for those at risk of cardiovascular disease as well in the treatment of atherosclerotic, arrhythmic and primary myocardial disorders.
	Omega-3 Science Review Supports Recommended Dietary Intake for Heart Benefits - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 06/09/09 Because of the many health benefits associated with Omega-3 Fatty Acids consumption, scientists now wish to establish a Recommended Daily Intake for Eicosapenænoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexænoic Acid (DHA) to reduce the risk of heart disease. The findings, which were published in The Journal of Nutrition, indicate that the strength of evidence linking EPA and DHA to a reduced risk of coronary heart disease was remarkable, prompting scientists to recommend a Daily Recommended Allowance of between 250 and 500mg/day. Earlier, the U.S. Institute of Medicine claimed there was insufficient evidence to define the recommendations for Omega-3s, but the new, current science, which is based on comprehensive studies organized by the International Life Sciences Institute of North America, was designed to examine all the new science that has emerged. The new studies examined evidence of the benefits of EPA and DHA on coronary heart disease, cancer and cognitive decline. The scientists stated that while evidence was clear for the benefits of EPA and DHA for reducing the risk of coronary heart disease, there was not enough consistent evidence on the benefits of the Omega-3s for cognitive health and cancer reduction. In four large randomized controlled trials with fish or fish oil in patients, the evidence indicated that modest EPA and DHA consumption “markedly” reduces the risk of cardiac death. The scientists concluded that the quality and strength of this evidence is remarkable, meeting and indeed generally exceeding, those for any other dietary factor for which a daily recommended intake has been set, based on reducing risk for chronic disease, including saturated fat, dietary cholesterol, salt and dietary fibre.
	Omega-3, Vitamin E Mix Shows Potential For Autistic Speech - From NutraIngredients.com - 08/19/09 According to new research from Saint Vincent Medical Center, New York, and Children’s Hospital-Research Center, Oakland, daily supplements of OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS and Vitamin E were associated with improvements in speech, imitation, eye contact and behaviour. The findings, which were published in the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, indicated that the combination may lead to speech improvements in autistic children with a neurological speech disorder called verbal apraxia, in which a person has difficulty expressing his or her wants; it is common in autism, and an estimated fifty percent of children with autism have apraxia, with many thousands more of non-autistic people reported to have apraxia. The researchers concluded that although controlled trials are warranted, the results of the study are significant in that ninety-seven percent of the participants reported dramatic improvements while taking the Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Vitamin E combo. Anecdotal evidence had previously shown that Omega-3 can help children with apraxia and those known as “late talkers,” but the researchers confirmed that the symptoms presented by children with apraxia mirror those of Vitamin E deficiency; thus, the addition of high dose Vitamin E with Omega-3 Fatty Acids is the breakthrough. Currently, there is a patented commercial formulation licensed to an Illinois-based firm, but work is ongoing in this area, with a clinical study and protocol designed to continue to understand the impact Omega-3 and vitamin E on autism and verbal apraxia, and to determine the underlying mechanisms in verbal apraxia.
	Positive Emotions linked to Lower Blood Pressure - From Reuters Health via Medline Plus - 10/18/06 "Having a positive outlook makes life more enjoyable, and it may also lower blood pressure in older adults. Among more than 2,500 people aged 65 or older, the higher a person scored on a questionnaire measuring positive emotions, the lower was his or her blood pressure. "Our thoughts and emotions do affect our physical processes," Dr. Glenn V. Ostir of the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, the study's lead author, told Reuters Health. 'The nice thing is that we have some control over that.'"
	Protein 101: How much do you need? - From MSNBC's Health Section - 08/29/06 "Until the craze of high-protein diets a few years ago, most dieters didn’t pay a lot of attention to their protein intake. But everyone needs protein for their bodies to function. Protein is one of the big three macronutrients. The other two are carbohydrate and fat. Adequate protein intake is essential for good health: It’s necessary for maintaining the body’s normal growth and its muscle mass (which is mostly protein), its immune system, and heart and respiratory functions." For more information about how Vitamins, Minerals and Amino Acids function and why they are so beneficial to our health and well-being, click here to view our article about them in our Herbal Learning Center.
	Pulses and Soya - From BBC's Get Cooking Section "Pulses form an important source of protein and iron for vegetarians. They also take on the flavours of other ingredients extremely well - whether it's a heady mix of garlic and ginger in Indian dhal or the meaty flavour of sausage in a typically Andalusian stew of chickpeas and pork." Read about the different types of pulses (beans) and soy products that are beneficial to your health. Information is also included about how to cook and store these items.
	Ragweed Season Doesn't Mean Suffering - There are ways to minimize the risk, experts say: - From HealthDay News via ABC News website's Health Section - 08/26/07 Ragweed season, which lasts from about mid-August to October in many parts of the United States, can bring misery to the estimated 36 million Americans with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). Symptoms, such as sneezing, runny noses, swollen and itchy watery eyes are so severe that they disrupt a person's ability to function normally at work or school, says the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
	The Sea of Science Deepens For Fish Heart Benefits - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 12/16/09 The heart-health benefits of consuming oily fish, and the Omega-3 Fatty Acids they contain, are well-documented, being first reported in the early 1970s in Lancet and American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. To date, the polyunsaturated fatty acids have been linked to improvements in blood lipid levels, a reduced tendency of thrombosis, blood pressure and improved heart rate and vascular function. New research from the University of Athens, tells us that consumption of oily fish may reduce the risk of developing dysfunction in the heart muscle by fifty percent. In the study, people with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) were found to have considerably reduced risks of developing left ventricular systolic dysfunction (LVSD) if they consumed moderate amounts of fish (once or twice per week), according to findings published in the Journal of Food Science. In addition, moderate fish consumption was associated with a lower inhibition of an enzyme which produces nitric oxide – a potent vasodilator that relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow. Omega-3 Fatty Acids, most notably DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), have been linked to a wide-range of health benefits, including reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and certain cancers, good development of a baby during pregnancy, joint health and improved behaviour and mood. The researchers concluded that moderate fish consumption seems to offer significant protection against the development of systolic dysfunction in post acute coronary patients because of its beneficial effect on oxidation process and endothelial function.
	Soy Is Still a Puzzle - From MSNBC's Health > Diet & Nutrition > Nutrition Notes section - 11/26/05 "A recent study of women in a cancer risk assessment program highlights the confusion people still have about soy foods. Forty-five percent of the women who ate soy foods on a regular basis said that part of the reason they did so was to lower their risk of cancer. Yet seven percent of the women in the study who did not eat soy foods on a regular basis said that they were concerned that soy might increase their risk of breast cancer."
	SOY Protein May Reduce Cholesterol Levels for Diabetics Too - From NutraIngredients.com's News Headlines > Research section - 08/26/09 According to research from the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada, which was published in the Journal of Nutrition, increased intakes of SOY protein may reduce cholesterol levels in people with Type-2 diabetes, expanding the data supporting the heart healthy potential of Soy. The association between Soy protein and blood lipid levels led the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve a cardiovascular disease (CVD) reduction claim for Soybean protein in 1999. The researchers indicate that this new study provides evidence for SOY as a dietary preventive strategy for adults with Type-2 diabetes to reduce their cardiovascular disease risk and, in so doing, improve their quality, and possibly length, of life. According to their findings, Soy protein intervention was associated with a significant reduction in LDL cholesterol levels; however, no changes in HDL cholesterol were noted by the researchers. The researchers conclude that the findings demonstrate consumption of Soy protein can modulate some serum lipids in a direction beneficial for CVD risk in adults with Type-2 diabetes.
	Spice Up Your Brain - Spicy foods like curry can help preserve brain function and slow Alzheimer's disease. - From Psychology Today - published 06/04/04, last reviewed 03/11/09 "Here's a tasty thought. Kicking your food up a notch with spices could preserve brain function and keep your brain sharp and strong as you age."
	Study Links Obesity To Elevated Risk Of Ovarian Cancer Is a complete WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM for YOU? It’s a New Year - This could be the beginning of the rest of your healthy life! - From MedicalNewsToday.com's Obesity/Weight Loss/Fitness section - 01/05/09 In view of rising obesity and the ever-increasing related health concerns, maybe it’s time to consider our natural and healthy way to support weight loss. According to experts, shedding just five- to ten-percent of your weight will boost your energy and lower your risk for heart disease, diabetes and other problems linked with obesity. Now, the newest research indicates that obesity is related to ovarian cancer. Read below: In an article to be published in the February, 2009 issue of Cancer, a journal of the American Cancer Society, research indicates that obese women are at an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer, compared with women of normal weight. The new study has found that among women who have never used menopausal hormone therapy, obesity may contribute to the development of ovarian cancer through a hormonal mechanism. Ovarian cancer is the most fatal of gynecologic malignancies with a five-year survival rate of only thirty-seven percent. While studies have already linked excess body weight to higher risks of certain cancers, little is known about the relationship between body mass index and ovarian cancer risk. The hypothesis claims that excess body mass in postmenopausal women leads to an increased production of estrogen, which in turn may stimulate the growth of ovarian cells and play a role in the development of ovarian cancer. These latest findings provide important information concerning the risks of developing ovarian cancer for obese women and the importance of public health programs aimed at reducing obesity in the population. (Click here for more information about the Weight Loss Program from Herbal Extracts Plus)
	Summer Health Checklist - Prevention is the Best Medicine in the Good Ol’ Summertime - From MSN.com's Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions section - not dated; posted here 08/09/07 Summer is still going strong, and along with the fun of summer comes the downside of summer sicknesses. You know what we’re talking about: mosquito bites, heatstroke, sunburn, rashes and stomach problems from all those great barbeques. But don’t worry. There’s help, and there are ways to protect yourself, so it’s important for you to read the attached article to prevent summer sickness and keep fit. If you follow the handy guide, you should stay healthy all summer, and if you’re reading this, and a summer bug has already hit, there are even helpful tips included for coping. Summertime is no time to be away from the fun in the sun.
	That spiritual touch - From the BBC News Health Section - 08/26/99 "...there is a growing trend for doctors to refer patients to healers for treatment alongside orthodox medicine." This article shines a light on spiritual healers and how they work.
	The Top 10 Immune Busters - Strengthen your immune system by kicking these defense-impairing habits - From Prevention.com's Health Lifestyle section - 09/22/06 The same way that immune boosters can kick your immune system into high gear, certain bad habits can make it shut down. If you follow the advice in the linked article, your body will thank you. From no smoking to more joking - from fewer antibiotics and junk foods to exercising and socializing, there are lifestyle changes that will stimulate the immune system to help us avoid being vulnerable to disease and illness – especially now during the winter months when flu and colds are lurking everywhere. Click the title above to read about the ten habits that can shut down your immune system. Your diet is crucial too, so don’t forget to include some natural, immune-boosting herbs into your regimen too. Take a look at Immune System Support with some of nature’s finest immuno-stimulants.
	Vanishing Honeybees Mystify Scientists - From Reuters Health - 04/22/07 What Would We Do in a World Without Fruits and Vegetables? This is not a science-fiction scenario, because billions of bees have mysteriously vanished since late last year in the United States, and disappearing bees have also been reported in Europe and Brazil. One-third of the American diet depends on pollination, mostly by honeybees, so the threat is real. Bee pollination is involved in the production of a wide range of fruits, vegetables and forage crops, and there is no technology that has been invented that equals, much less surpasses, insect pollinators. Just a few of the crops dependent on honeybee pollination include apples, avocados, cherries, cranberries, cucumbers, melons and sunflowers, so we must be up to date about the impact of this potential and serious threat to our nutrition (and economy).
	Vitamins-Minerals-Supplements.org Trusted information on Vitamins, Supplements, Herbs, Health and Wellness This website is a great way to learn about the different vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to maintain their health. The website has information of many different kinds, pertaining to (of course) vitamins, minerals, amino acids, dietary supplements, herbs, fruits and vegetables, dieting, disorders and more. (Read further information on the subject from our own detailed research about Vitamins, Minerals & Amino Acids!)
	Warning over cold virus hotspots - From the BBCnews website's Health section - 10/31/08 Winter is here, and many of us have been down with coughs and colds. Since new research has suggested that the common cold can be spread through everyday objects touched by human hands, such as door handles, light switches, television remotes, telephones, faucets, etc., we may be able to avoid at least some infection by practicing a little caution. Although scientists say that while people are more likely to catch a cold through direct contact with an infected person, the results show that the virus can still be transferred through objects.
	Weight gain increases risk of variety of cancers - New research links obesity to a dozen different types of the disease - From the Associated Press via MSNBC.com's Health/Diet & Nutrition section - 03/03/08 Being obese or even overweight may increase a person’s risk of developing up to a dozen different types of cancer, European researchers report in a new study published in the journal, Lancet. Doctors have long suspected a link between weight gain and certain cancers, including colon and breast cancers, but the new study, suggests it could also increase chances for cancer of the esophagus, thyroid, kidney, uterus and gallbladder, among others. The research covered more than 280,000 cases from North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Because many studies have found that fatter people are more likely to get cancer, experts often recommend losing weight to reduce cancer risk. “The simple message is that, if you manage to keep a healthy body weight, you will have a lower risk of developing cancer,” said Ed Yong, of Cancer Research United Kingdom. Read this important article now, and perhaps it’s time to get serious about weight loss, so you might want to consider natural weight loss therapy with a sensible Weight Loss Program from Herbal Extracts Plus.
	What is Complementary and Alternative Medicine? - From the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine Today, many people use complementary and alternative medicine, or CAM, for a wide variety of diseases or conditions; and use of CAM has increased in recent years. But what exactly is CAM, and how is it different from standard medical care? Link to this site for answers to questions about how this group of diverse health care systems, practices and products (which are not generally considered part of conventional medicine) may potentially be integrated into standard medical regimens.
	What You Need to Know About Organic - From U C Berkeley's WellnessLetter.com website - February 2006 "It’s been more than three years since the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) implemented its long-awaited national standards for organic foods. The rules replaced the patchwork of state and private certification programs that had dotted the landscape and had made buying organic a chancy affair—that is, you never really knew what you were getting. But though the term “certified organic” now has real and consistent meaning, it still causes confusion."
	Why Keeping Blood Pressure Down Can Cut The Risk Of Dementia - From the DailyMail.co.uk's Health section - 07/08/08 Cutting high blood pressure in middle age could save thousands from suffering and dying from dementia, experts claim. They also say that even elderly people can benefit from using blood pressure medication because treatment results in a lower risk of vascular dementia. Two separate studies have found a link between high blood pressure and dementia, which is marked by a loss of memory and other cognitive abilities, including the ability to speak, identify objects or think abstractly. The research, which was reported in the Lancet Neurology Journal, indicates that reducing blood pressure not only prevents heart disease and strokes, but also combats devastating brain disease, which can lead to premature death. Eating a balanced, low-salt diet rich in antioxidants and vitamins, exercising regularly, not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight and drinking only in moderation can reduce dementia and hypertension risk. But finding effective treatment to control hypertension and getting regular blood pressure and cholesterol are also important ways to also help tackle high blood pressure. – Experts say it could lead to a thirteen percent drop in dementia risk. Is SUPPORT FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE for you? Speak with your doctor about the natural way to support lower blood pressure levels. Read this important article and ask your doctor about Support for High Blood Pressure.
	Winter Wonderland of Safety Tips - From WebMD.com - 01/19/04; medically updated 12/05/06 Winter can be freezing cold, but that's no reason to hibernate. We can meet Frosty the Snowman head-on when our families want to head out for ski trips, sledding, ice hockey and more if we prepare properly beforehand. From learning how to dress warmly, to teaching your young drivers how to handle snowy roads, plus handling indoor heating devices and, finally, knowing when it's just too darn cold to venture outside, this important article provides important safety tips on how you and your kids (and pets) can safely survive (and enjoy) the icy chills of winter weather.

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