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FRENCH PARADOX, an extract of wine grape pressings is a treasure trove of polyphenols which include proanthocyanidins and anthocyanosides, amongst the most potent antioxidants yet discovered and delivers all the protective action against coronary heart disease that you get from drinking wine every day without having to drink it! FRENCH PARADOX helps to clean out cholesterol from the blood, protect the walls of blood vessels, and help prevent or slow down the natural deterioration of cells that occurs as they age due to oxidation and free radicals. Researchers have also found that FRENCH PARADOX could be a powerful tool for rejuvenating the skin, combating wrinkles and the effects of premature ageing by repairing free radical damage to the cell walls and collagen. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=34&num=2 REDUCE POLLEN LEVELS AT HOME. PREM I AIR AIR PURIFIER AND IONISER. 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They suffer chronic lung damage because of the build up of excessive amounts of mucus ultimately leading to respiratory failure. Work now being done in the US and Australia was first triggered by the discovery that people with Cystic Fibrosis who were surfers had fewer lung infections Researchers believe that it is the sea salt spray that helps clear their lungs by thinning and breaking up mucus deep in the lungs making it easier to displace, cough up and clear. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=41&num=8 PCOS POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME AND FLAX SEEDS. PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a health problem that can affect a womans menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels and appearance. It"™s the most common hormonal reproductive problem affecting up to 10% of all women of childbearing age. No one knows the exact cause of PCOS. Women with PCOS frequently have a mother or sister with PCOS. But there is not yet enough evidence to say there is a genetic link to this disorder. Many women with PCOS have a weight problem. So researchers are looking at the relationship between PCOS and the body's ability to make insulin. Since some women with PCOS make too much insulin, its possible that the ovaries react by making too many male hormones called androgens. The symptoms of PCOS are infrequent or irregular periods, infertility or the inability to get pregnant as a result of not ovulating, increased growth of hair on the face, chest, stomach, back and toes due to high levels of androgenic male hormones, acne, oily skin and dandruff, pelvic pain and weight gain. Other symptoms of PCOS are type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, male pattern baldness or thinning of the hair and patches of thickened and dark brown or black skin on the neck, arms, breasts or thighs. There are some nutritional supplements which may have potential benefits without the possible side effects of uterine bleeding, weight gain and liver failure seen with some of the conventional approaches. High quality flax seeds including their lignans have been shown to have numerous chemoprotective effects both in vitro and in vivo. Many of the chemoprotective effects may be mediated through their influence on endogenous sex hormone production, metabolism and biological activity. Consumption of flaxseeds that include lignans have been shown to stimulate SHBG synthesis as well as reduce mammary tumour growth and formation. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=42&num=8 FEVERFEW SUPPLEMENTS SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE MIGRAINES. The herb feverfew is a traditional herbal remedy for preventing migraine headaches and many scientific studies have confirmed its benefits. In the latest study, researchers found that feverfew significantly reduced the frequency of migraine headaches. Hans-Christoph Diener MD PhD from the University of Duisburg-Essen and colleagues treated 170 patients with either feverfew supplements or placebos for 16 weeks. Diener reported that the patients taking feverfew had a decrease of five to three monthly migraine headaches. Although patients taking placebos also had a decrease in migraine headaches, feverfew was three and a half times more effective with no reported side effects. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=43&num=2 NATURAL OSTEOARTHRITIS TREATMENT. A large study funded by the US National Institutes of Health has confirmed that a supplement of Glucosamine and Chondroitin together can significantly reduce the pain in people with osteoarthritis of the knee. The findings were presented ahead of publication at the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Rheumatology in San Diego California last year. The initial findings of the Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Double Blind Trial involved 1583 patients and included both men and women with an average age of 58 who had symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee for ten years. The results showed that in patients with moderate to severe knee pain, 78% of the subjects responded significantly to a combination of both Glucosamine and Chondroitin, and significantly better than either supplement by itself. LIQUID GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN WITH MSM SUPPLEMENT FROM NATURES ANSWER is a liquid supplement fortified with Quick Sorb herbs for maximum bio availability and infused with organic Agave Nectar for a naturally sweet taste. Containing Glucosamine, a natural substance that plays an important role in the resiliency of cartilage combined with other substances important for the maintenance of healthy cartilage, such as Chondroiton , MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane) and other joint friendly nutrients, in a liquid format that the body can assimilate quickly and effectively. Available from: www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat12/cat94/EAGLE_EYE_SUNGLASSES_Sierra_Cool_and_Classy_With_unique_NASA_Polarised_Selective_Transmission_PST_lens/index.html URINARY TRACT INFECTION PREVENTION. CRAN BALANCE CAPSULES. A recent study has found that dried cranberries may protect the body from the bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. UTIs. Cranberries are rich in proanthocyanidins PAC"™s which help to prevent bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract so lowering the risk of infection. The results of the study showed that urine of participants given dried cranberries demonstrated a 50% increase in bacterial anti adherence activity significantly lowering the levels of infecting bacteria clinging to the urinary tract and the risk of urinary tract infection. CRAN BALANCE is a clinically proven product formulated for Urinary Tract Infections (UTI"™s), and made from 100% cranberry fruit solids. It is made through a proprietary process that intensifies the natural benefits of the whole cranberry, without the use of any solvents, preservatives, sugars, water, flavourings or colour. Incorporating the patented BIOSHIELD TECHNOLOGY, CRAN BALANCE protects the cranberry from destruction by gastric acid, delivering the nutrients to the lower gastrointestinal tract where they can be absorbed through a time-released mechanism. Available from: www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat12/cat94/EAGLE_EYE_SUNGLASSES_Solare_Young_and_Beautiful_With_unique_NASA_Polarised_Selective_Transmission_PST_lens/index.html OMEGA 3. ARE YOU WELL OILED? Each of us needs fat just as much as we need protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Every single cell in our body requires fats to function properly. But not fats are created equal. There are good fats and bad fats. Good fats in the form of essential fatty acids EFA"™s help feed the brain, regulate cholesterol, improve skin condition and improve the immune response. These fats, divided into two main groups the omega 3 oils and the omega 6 oils, are essential because they cannot be generated by the body and have to be obtained through the diet. Researchers believe that the ideal ratio of EFA"™s is 2:1 omega 3:omega 6. However the modern western diet with its heavy use of omega 6 vegetable oils in margarines, processed foods and cooked foods means our diets typically end up with an EFA ration more like 20:1 in favour of omega 6! There are concerns that this imbalance interrupts the ability of the omega 3"™s to do their work. For this reason, for most people it is important to increase their omega 3 intake from oils rich in omega 3 such as FLAX SEED OIL. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=48&num=14 DETOXING CAN HELP PREPARE YOU BETTER FOR THE HAYFEVER SEASON. There is increasing anecdotal evidence to suggest that a healthier diet and a detox to help the body rid itself of toxins before the hayfever season hits could help prepare you to cope better and might even require less frequent medication. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=47&num=4 GARLIC SUPPLEMENT. JUST WHY IS IT SO GOOD? The use of garlic for medicinal purposes goes back many centuries. When crushed or finely chopped garlic yields Allicin a powerful antibiotic and anti fungal compound (Phytoncide). It also contains Alliin, Ajoene, enzymes, Vitamin B, minerals and flavonoids. Extensive scientific research indicates that garlic can reduce "˜stickiness"™ of the blood, reduce low density LDL cholesterol, help in the treatment of hyperlipidaemia, help inhibit artherosclerosis and promote healthy circulation. Regular use of garlic supplements can also lower blood homocysteine levels and help prevent some complications of diabetes mellitus. Garlic may also have some cancer fighting properties owing to the high levels opf diallyl sulphide (DADS) believed to be an anticarcinogen. Garlic is also believed to help regulate blood sugar levels and so can be helpful in late onset diabetes. For maximum benefit garlic supplements need to contain either almost 100% of the available active Allicin or achieve the maximum conversion from Alliin/Alliinase to active Allicin when exposed to water. According to the Garlic Information Centre however, many garlic supplements especially those manufactured from cold stored, oil macerated or steam distilled garlic, deliver next to none of the vital active compounds that are found in natural garlic. Each PHARMA NORD BIO-GARLIC tablet is made from garlic powder that is specially entero coated which means that Alliin and Allinase are preserved right until the moment the tablet powder is dissolved and activated in the digestive system to form active Allicin for maximum bioavailability. PHARMA NORD BIO GARLIC made and controlled to the highest pharmaceuetical standards has a maximum Alliin conversion level - with 98% of the available Alliin converted into active Allicin -whilst eliminating any problems associated with its odour thanks to its unique entero coating technology And you thought it was just added to flavour food! http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat1/cat22/Professor_Birkmayer_ENADA_NADH_The_energising_Coenzyme_A_new_approach_to_Chronic_Fatigue_and_Age_Related_Energy_Deficiency_5mg_30_Tabs_Goodhealthmatters_MULTIBUY_BUY_2_YOU_SAVE_GBP_299/index.html COENZYME Q10. THE BODYS SPARK PLUG. Also known as UBIQUINONE, COENZYME Q10 is found naturally in all human cells and is a vital part of the cells energy producing system. Without COENZYME Q10, it is impossible to extract energy from the burning of nutrients and the body would be unable to function. Much evidence points towards the ageing process and other factors such as high blood pressure, excess weight, heart and pulmonary circulation problems that can serve to deplete the bodys supply and ability to produce COENZYME Q10. In fact theres increasing evidence to suggest that the reason older people lack energy is the result of their weakened ability to produce COENZYME Q10. Supplementing with COENZYME Q10 helps to enhance energy, stamina and endurance and used is by both older people as a vital source of energy and sports men and women to improve energy production in muscle tissue. COENZYME Q10 comes in a variety of forms from tablets to capsules containing oil and capsules containing granulates. For maximum bioavailability, formulation is critical. Research by Denmarks College of Pharmacy and the State University Hospital shows that the most bio available form of COENZYME Q10 is when it is dissolved in soya bean oil and presented in a gelatine capsule as in PHARMA NORD BIO QUINONE Q10 and when compared with four other oral COENZYME Q10 preparations, PHARMA NORD BIO QUINONE Q10 was shown to be twice as bio available! http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=50&num=2 SANOFLORE. THE FINEST ROSE WATER SPRAY FROM FRANCE. Purifying and calming, SANOFLORE ROSE FLORAL WATER spray with its fine delicate rose aroma comes from the heart of the Drome region in France between Vercors and Provence. Made from purified spring water infused with natural rose essences in a handy spray bottle, SANOFLORE ROSE FLORAL WATER has so many uses! Spray it on the face, arms and neck and the cool mist rehydrates skin that tends to dry out in air conditioned offices or out in the sun. Feeling hot and drowsy? 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Results showed a correlation between consumption of soya and the risk of endometrial cancer especially in the case of overweight women. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=52&num=6 BIO BILOBA. MOST EFFECTIVE GINKGO BILOBA PREPARATION. A study by British scientists to compare antioxidant activity in 18 GINKGO BILOBA brands has been published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Antioxidant activity was measured using a standard laboratory test and expressed on a per mg Ginkgo basis to enable comparison between tablets of different sizes. There was a staggering fifteen fold difference in activity between samples with PHARMA NORD BIO BILOBA having the highest level of antioxidant activity. 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Unlike these drugs, Serrapeptase is a naturally occurring, proteolytic enzyme with powerful anti inflammatory effects whilst having no inhibitory effects on prostaglandins and no gastrointestinal side effects Now processed commercially in the laboratory through fermentation Serrapeptase reduces inflammation by breaking down the insoluble protein by products of blood coagulation known as fibrin, thins the fluids formed from inflammation or injury and facilitates their drainage to speed up the tissue repair process and alleviates pain by inhibiting the release of specific pain-inducing amines known as bradykinin. The cardiovascular effects are due to the remarkable ability to break down dead or damaged tissue without harming living tissue. Atherosclerotic plaques can be slowly dissolved without harming the inside of the arteries. Not all Serrapeptase supplements though are the same. Serrapeptase is an enzyme that must have a specific measure of activity to be effective. The enzyme activity is measured in units and the clinical studies are based 40,000 units being the optimum level of activity to be effective.Not all Serrapeptase products meet these levels of activity and will offer limited or no effectiveness. In addition when consumed in unprotected tablets or capsules, SERRAPEPTASE is destroyed by acid in the stomach. However, enterically coated SERRAPLUS means the enzyme passes through the stomach unchanged and can be absorbed by the intestine. Each tablet or capsule of SERRAPLUS delivers the optimum 40,000IU of Serrapeptase Activity and with added trace minerals and MSM to help boost the power and enhance the bioavailability of the Serrapeptase. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=68&num=6 Arthritis. Natural Anti Inflammatory. Serraplus Serrapeptase. With added trace minerals and MSM. There are two main types of arthritis, Osteo arthritis, which in lay terms is due to wear and tear of the joint, and Rheumatoid arthritis which is a form of arthritis where the joints have become inflamed, possibly as a result of a virus or autoimmune response. Surprisingly, doctors are still unsure as to what actually causes arthritis. But it is clear that body is no longer doing its job of looking after the repair of the damage being caused by the arthritis. One of the most important potential benefits of the Serrapeptase Proteolytic Enzyme is in the treatment of Rheumatoid and Osteo arthritis. Conventional treatment of this disease involves powerful, drugs such as steroidal and non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, as well as more exotic treatments, such as methotrexate and D-penicillamine. Numerous studies with Rheumatoid arthritis indicate that Serrapeptase Enzyme Therapy can manage symptoms of pain and inflammation at least as well as conventional drugs, but with none of the adverse effects. In fact, side effects with enzymes are virtually nonexistent. Doctors who are experienced with Proteolytic Enzymes find Serrapeptase offers a wide range of benefits including better mobilisation, reducing the degree of muscle atrophy, arthritis and pain on movement, less risk of thromboembolic complications, less pain and discomfort due to swelling and less risk of cartilage or capsular damage due to immobility. Serrapeptase helps by clearing out the inflammation and dead/scar tissue and by clearing away this problem tissue it enables the bodies own healing system to replace it with healthy tissue. Combined with better nutrition Serrapeptase taken as a supplement can help make a real difference and will not interfere with any medication. Not all Serrapeptase supplements though are the same. Serrapeptase is an enzyme that must have a specific measure of activity to be effective. The enzyme activity is measured in units and the clinical studies are based 40,000 units being the optimum level of activity to be effective.Not all Serrapeptase products meet these levels of activity and will offer limited or no effectiveness. In addition when consumed in unprotected tablets or capsules, SERRAPEPTASE is destroyed by acid in the stomach. However, enterically coated SERRAPLUS means the enzyme passes through the stomach unchanged and can be absorbed by the intestine. Each tablet or capsule of SERRAPLUS delivers the optimum 40,000IU of Serrapeptase Activity and with added trace minerals and MSM to help boost the power and enhance the bioavailability of the Serrapeptase. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=69&num=6 Boost your metabolism and youll get more energy! Kick start your metabolism with PHARMA NORD BIO QUINONE COENZYME Q10. Metabolism is the term given to all the processes your body uses to convert food into energy and your metabolic rate is the rate at which your body burns calories. The basal metabolic rate is the rate at which you burn calories on essential body functions such as breathing, digestion and blood circulation. It"™s a little known fact that these functions account for 60 - 75% of calories burned daily. Also known as UBIQUINONE, COENZYME Q10 is found naturally in all human cells and is a vital part of the cells energy producing system. Without COENZYME Q10, it is impossible to extract energy from the burning of nutrients and the body would be unable to function. Much evidence points towards the ageing process and other factors such as high blood pressure, excess weight, heart and pulmonary circulation problems that can serve to deplete the bodys supply and ability to produce COENZYME Q10. In fact theres increasing evidence to suggest that the reason older people lack energy is the result of their weakened ability to produce COENZYME Q10. Supplementing with COENZYME Q10 helps to enhance energy, stamina and endurance and used by both older people as a source of energy and sports men and women to improve energy production in muscle tissue. COENZYME Q10 comes in a variety of forms from tablets to capsules containing oil to capsules containing granulates. For maximum bioavailability, formulation is critical. Research by Denmarks College of Pharmacy and the State University Hospital shows that the most bio available form of COENZYME Q10 is when it is dissolved in soya bean oil and presented in a gelatine capsule as in PHARMA NORD BIO QUINONE Q10 and when compared with four other oral COENZYME Q10 preparations, PHARMA NORD BIO QUINONE Q10 was shown to be twice as bio available! http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=71&num=2 Ferzym Probiotics. That good gut feeling! Your whole well being can benefit from friendly bacteria. Feeding friendly bacteria into our systems will overwhelm any bad bugs in our gut and help promote the natural balance of micro organisms in our digestive system. This helps digestion, reduces the risk of problems such as diarrhoea and irritable bowel syndrome. Scientists also believe that Probiotics can help the immune system. In todays super clean environments where immune systems might be suppressed and under stimulated so introducing good bacteria into our guts helps to kick start a healthy immune response. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=72&num=2 What makes Suntheanine L Theanine Supplement so special? Some brands may offer L Theanine at higher doses and lower prices. But often they are of lower quality blended Theanine in the D and L form. Analysis of products offering L Theanine have been made, to determine the purity of the L Isomers. The results clearly show that all brands except SUNTHEANINE contain a blend of about 50% L Theanine and 50% D Theanine. Only SUNTHEANINE contains 100% Pure L Theanine. Why is 100% Pure L Theanine so important? First there are no studies done on D Theanine as opposed to L Theanine so its effects are largely unknown. And second, a recent study published by the University of Iowa has shown that L Theanine in the presence of D Theanine is essentially ineffective with the D Isomer cancelling out any benefits of the L Isomer. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat1/cat21/Sovereign_Silver_Colloidal_Silver_60ml_Spray_Top/index.html How Cranberry Extract can help with bladder problems. The urinary system consists of the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder and urethra. The kidneys remove excess liquid and wastes from the blood to form urine, regulating a stable balance of salts and other compounds. 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A natural soya has been found to treat a leading cause of dry eye syndrome. Results from a trial of almost 400 men and women show that almost nine out of ten had a reduction in symptoms after using Clarymist, a spray that contains natural soya lecithin, widely used as a food ingredient. This is sprayed on to closed rather than open eyes. 'It is the first dry eye treatment of its kind and will come as a welcome relief to many sufferers' says Frank Eperjesi, senior lecturer in Optometery at Aston Univeristy Bimingham where the trial took place. Conventional eye drops work by replacing tears, while Clarymist spray adds to the outer surface of the tear film, reinforcing the natural oils already in the eyes. Its thought that lecithin works as an invisible oily film over the top of the eye, stopping the tears evaporating. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat2/cat43/Acustat_Negative_Ion_Therapy_Drug_Free_Pain_Relief_Pain_Patches_2_Patches_Per_Pack/index.html Diane unjunked her body with BIOFIRM HERBAL DETOX. 'When you're pushing 40 you sometimes feel constantly tired and not looking your best. Its easy to blame it all on simply getting older and that theres nothing you can do about it.' 'How wrong I was! - A month or so ago, one of my friends started behaving as though she'd found a way to turn back the clock. I was convinced she was in love but her new 'love' turned out to be something called BIOFIRM, a completely natural herbal extract that helps get rid of all the rubbish your body accumulates - the junk that slows you down without your realising whats happening to you.' 'So I thought Id try BIOFIRM too. Has it worked? I can sum it up in one word: Wow! I feel better, more alert, more energetic - and it shows. Ive shed a few pounds, my complexion is better, my hair's lovely, my nails are stronger, even my friends have noticed the change.' http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=150&num=2 Studies support the success of Nourkrin. Thousands of women have already seen their thinning hair slowing to a stop with Nourkrin and then starting to thicken. Nourkrin was developed by Finnish scientists who have had their findings published in leading British, French and Scandinavian medical journals. A new study on the efficacy of Nourkrin concluded that 77% of participants reported a positive effect during a 6 month treatment period with an increase in average hair count of 45%. After 12 months, hair gain improved with an average of 61.5%. This study is due to be published in the Journal of International Medical Research. From a study of of 1000 Nourkrin users: * 62.5% saw an improvement after 2 months. * 70% saw an improvement after 6 months. * 83% saw an improvement after 12 months. * 41% reported hair regrowth after 6 months. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=153&num=4 Nourkrin. Voted the 'Leading Brand for Hair Loss' by the European Cosmetics Markets ECM. Nourkrin has been scientifically tested and scrutinised. * Participants showed an average increase in hair growth of 32.4% after 6 months and 63.9% after 12 months. * After two months of treatment the thinning hair had stopped in all subjects. 43% of subjects showed total regrowth, 23% greater than 75% regrowth, 13% 50-75% regrowth and 7% 30-50% regrowth. Ref Lasus, J Santalahti and M Spellman. Anglo French International Dermatology Journal. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=154&num=4 Nap on! Scientists say that cat naps are the secret of a long, happy and successful life! But falling asleep is not so easy.... We all know that a good snooze in the afternoon can do wonders for your health. According to a study by scientists, people who take a snooze in the afternoon are far less likely to suffer heart attacks and other stress related diseases. And afternoon snoozers are better balanced, more cheerful, more creative and much more productive. By snooze, scientists mean not simply a five minute shut eye but a serious sleep. But very few of us have the ability to nod off and fall asleep straight away and in any circumstances unlike Sir Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher and the Duke of Wellington who reputedly could fall asleep even in the middle of a battle! That"™s because despite stopping work you are still thinking, worrying your mind buzzing and consciously processing thoughts. Its difficult enough to wind down let alone switch off to go to sleep. There are ways in which sleep can be induced naturally for those to whom sleep doesn"™t come easily. One way is with meditation. 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Looking up at the points of GLO will be the last thing you will remember when you awake"¦"¦. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat15/cat125/Powerbreathe_Breathing_Exerciser_Medium_Resistance_for_Fitness/index.html Do you want your children to be smart? Recent research in Australia suggests that taking omega3 fatty acids whilst pregnant could improve a childs coordination and language skills. omega3 oils contain essential fatty acids DHA and EPA which are believed to be important for the development of a babys brain and eye cells during pregnancy. Of the two DHA may be the most significant, in studies it has been linked with higher IQ's in children as well as reduced post natal depression in new mothers. To supplement your diet with omega3 EFA either take a good quality fish oil free of contaminants such as PCB's and mercury or if you prefer a vergetable source you can boost your DHA and EPA intake by adding flax seed oil to your diet or supplement with flax seed oil capsules. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=159&num=24 Heart Protecting Betaine and Folic Acid. Scientists have reported in the British Medical Journal that Folic Acid should be recommended for healthy hearts as it helps lower elevated homocysteine levels. Abnormally high homocysteine is linked to increased heart disease risk. The scientists claim 800µg of Folic Acid daily could lower heart attack and stroke risk by 15-24%. Green leafy vegetables and pulses are good sources of Folic Acid. 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A dietary supplement may be effective for osteoarthritis of the knee Researchers from Southwest College Research Institute in the US found that people suffering from arthritis of the knee given MSM or methylsulphonylmethane experienced less pain and had better joint movement after the treatment. A study involving 50 men and women aged 40-76 with knee arthritis who were given MSM twice a day for 12 weeks supports the use of MSM when other treatments are ineffective. Researchers suggest starting with a dose of 1500mg a day and stopping if no improvements in arthritis pain are seen within four weeks. MSM is a naturally occurring sulphur compound present in small amounts in many foods and drinks. Just how it works against arthritis is not clear but one theory is its beneficial effect on inflammation. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat12/cat99/PELLING_SHARMAN_AROMAWISH_SET_OF_7_SCENTED_TEA_LIGHTS_LIGHT_A_CANDLE_AND_MAKE_A_WISH_For_friendship_love_money_and_wealth_success_happiness_luck_and_health/index.html Selenium and Multivitamin combination could cut prostate cancer risk by 40%. Research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that men who combine a daily Multivitamin with a higher Selenium intake could reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 40% This is the surprise finding of researchers across the US who have been studying why Selenium seems to offer protection against prostate and lung cancer as well as boosting the immune system. The researchers measured blood Selenium levels of 724 people with incident prostate cancer and 879 healthy controls. After eight years, no significant reduction in prostate cancer risk was found between serum Selenium levels in the overall population. However, among those subjects with high Vitamin E intake high Selenium blood levels were associated with a 42% reduction, compared to those with low Selenium levels. Similar reductions in prostate cancer risk were shown in Multivitamin users around 39%. Significantly, smokers with higher serum Selenium levels were also associated with a 35% reduction in prostate cancer risk. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=165&num=3 New Focus Lutein Spray. With added Zeaxanthin, Taurine, Gingko Biloba and Bilberry Extract. New improved formulation. 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Michael Dooley, author of Fit For Fertility adds, 'Studies show that a diet low in folic acid also causes a significant decrease in male fertility.' Essential Fatty Acids These are polyunsaturated fats and there are two groups omega3 and omega6. EFA's are essential and our bodies cannot manufacture them. These fats are important throughout pregnancy to encourage healthy development of the baby's heart and brain. Whilst omega6 is found in abundance in normal diets, we consume on average just 1/5th of omega3 needed. Minerals Iron and trace minerals such as selenium, zinc and magnesium are important for cell division. Low levels of these minerals are linked to a greater risk of miscarriage and low sperm production. Says Pregnancy Guru Zita West, 'Its a good idea to take all round supplements containing these trace minerals if you are trying to get pregnant.' http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=167&num=23 Scientists discover how fish oil helps cut inflammation. Scientists have identified a key anti inflammatory fat in humans derived from a fatty acid in fish oil. The discovery may prove why a diet high in oily fish such as salmon seems to help improve inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. Researchers from Harvard Medical School say that a new class of fats known as Resolvins appear to control inflammation in the body. They do this by stopping the migration of inflammatory cells to sites of inflammation and then turning on other inflammatory cells. Resolvins are made from omega3 fatty acids found in high concentration in oily fish. One form of Resolvin E1 is thought to play a particulary significant role in controlling inflammation. The scientists also discovered that their production in the human body seemed to be stimulated by taking a low dose of aspirin alongside the fish oils. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=169&num=2 The hormone DHEA found to be helpful in serious cases of depression. The hormone DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) has been shown to improve cases of moderate to severe depression. Peter J Schmidt MD of the National Institutes of Health, Rockville Maryland used DHEA to treat 46 men and women with mild to moderately severe depression. The subjects ranged from 45 to 65 years of age. The patients were given either placebos or very high daily dosages of DHEA, 90% for three weeks and 450mg daily for another three weeks. After six weeks and a two week wash out time the treatments were switched so that all patients took either DHEA or placebos for six weeks. DHEA supplements led to a significant improvement in the Hamilton depression scale and another test for measuring depression. Twenty three of the patients taking DHEA had at least a 50% reduction in depression scores compared with only 13 of those taking placebos. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=170&num=3 Beta Carotene and Vitamin A enhance the liver's detox enzymes. Researchers have reported that Beta Carotene and Vitamin A activate several genes that help the liver break down drugs and toxins. Alph Ruhl PhD of the University of Debrecen, Hungary and his colleagues studied liver cells that were grown with Beta Carotene, Vitamin A or Lycopene. They began with the knowledge that some Vitamin A and Carotenoids derivaties influence gene expression or activation. When activated, genes begin programming the manufacture of specific proteins or enzymes. Ruhl found that Beta Carotene and Vitamin A but not Lycopene turned on the Pregnane X Receptor (PXR), a chemical that subsequently activates various genes and plays a key role in the liver's detoxification process. Once activated, PXR increased the activity of CUP3A4, CYP3A7, CYP3A5 all of which help the liver break down 'xenobiotics'. Although Alpha Lipoic Acid, N Acetylcysteine and Silymarin are better known for their ability to increase detoxification, Beta Carotene and Vitamin A should enhance liver detoxification of drugs and other toxins. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=171&num=3 High blood levels of Vitamin E halve Prostate Cancer risk. High blood levels of Vitamin E can halve the risk of Prostate Cancer according to a new analysis of an earlier trial involving 30,000 Finnish men that showed that daily supplements of 50mg of Vitamin E reduced the risk of cancer by 32%. In an updated analysis, researchers at the National Public Health Institute in Helsinki looked at the impact of Vitamin E on 100 individuals with Prostate Cancer and 200 Cancer free controls participating in the trial. Men with the highest levels of Vitamin E in their blood were 51% less likely to develop Prostate Cancer than those with the lowest levels researchers reported in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=172&num=2 Vitamin B12 deficiency linked to Osteoporosis. Vitamin B12 deficiency may play a part in the onset of Osteporosis according to research from Tufts University in the US. The study assessed the bone mineral density and Vitamin B12 levels in more than 2500 men and women and found that both men and women with Vitamin B12 levels lower than 148pM had lower than average bone mineral density. It is thought to be the first large scale study to show a link between low Vitamin B12 and low bone mineral density in men and reaffirms the findings of previous studies on women. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=173&num=2 A pinch of Cinnamon a day may lower blood sugar levels in people with Type 11 diabetes. Patients are to be given 1g of the spice a day in a new clinical trial following reports that it can lower blood sugar levels which can become dangerously high in diabetes sufferers - by up to 29% after 40 days. In the seven month trial, starting this month at Eglin Hospital Florida, 140 patients will be given either Cinnamon or a placebo and at the end doctors will measure long term changes in blood sugar levels. Just how Cinnamon works is not clear, but one theory is that a type of antioxidant found in the spice works in a similar way to insulin. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat5/cat63/Oxygen_Footspa_Salts_Releases_Oxygen_to_Let_Your_Feet_Breathe_90g/index.html 'Ive bought some eye drops for my dry eyes but they are not having any effect. What else can I do?' Dry eyes are a really common problem and wearing contact lenses, working on a computer all day and air conditioned offices can all make it worse. Most people notice a gritty or burning sensation with occasional blurred vision. Opthamologists call this 'dry eye syndrome' as there can be different causes. Its not an infection like conjunctivitis though you shouldn"™t have discharge or red eyes and so antibiotic drops are not useful. Normally the eyes are kept moist by tears produced by cells and glands around the eyes. If your eyes are feeling dry, it usually means not enough tears are being produced. If you are young, fit and healthy then there is often no cause found and you will simply have reduced tears. Conventional eye drops can be used and work by replacing natural tears with artifical tears but may may cause some irritation. CLARYMIST is a new concept in the treatment of dry eyes based on natural soya. CLARYMIST works by spraying over closed eyes rather than open eyes, adding to the outer surface of the tear film and reinforcing the natural oils already in the eyes where the Lecithin, working as an invisible oily film over the top of the eye, stops the tears evaporating. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat6/cat115/GELICITY_HI_GEL_FOOT_THERAPY_FOOTSPA_with_Fizzaway_sensation_Pack_of_3_Footspas_Choose_3_of_any_kind_or_one_of_each_Freshen_Cool_and_Soothe/index.html Do you tend to hunch and slouch in front of your computer? The Hamilton Spectator. 'Days spent in front of the computer seem less exhausting, posture is perfect and it does more for your bust than a dozen Wonderbras' http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat5/cat63/SCHOLL_WATERLESS_MULTI_FUNCTION_IONIC_TOTAL_FOOT_REJUVINATOR_DR3121_UK_that_also_freshens_the_feet_and_counters_foot_odour/index.html Dust Mite Control. Electronic Dust Mite Controller. 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Men attending fertility clinics are being prescribed omega-3 fatty acids in the belief it will increase low levels of fertility. The extra fatty acids are also believed to make sperm more resistant to potential damage resulting from the chilling and freezing processes involved in assisted reproduction techniques. Researchers from the Shaare Zedek Medical Centre in Jerusalem say that men with infertile semen consume less omega-3 fatty acids than fertile men and one fatty acid component in particular, alpha lioleic acid has been shown to have a significant effect on sperm quality. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=190&num=2 A NATURAL ALTERNATIVE Do you experience pain and discomfort in your digestive tract? Do you suffer from excess acid or burning sensations in your stomach? 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BIOCARE SLIPPERY ELM PLUS also contains Marshmallow Extract another herb that soothes the stomach and Rice Extract which provides Gamma Oryzanol a plant sterol with anti inflammatory properties. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat14/cat118/DUREX_PLAY_TINGLE_LUBRICANT_50ml_Why_have_good_sex_when_you_can_have_great_sex_Multipack_2_x_50ml_Tubes/index.html Iron out your diet! Research shows that up to 50% of younger women suffer from iron deficiency. Iron is an essential mineral required for the formation of haemoglobin which transports oxygen in your blood to your bodys tissues. Iron deficiency is one of the most widespread nutritional disorders in the world. Research shows that on average, 25% of British women aren’t getting enough iron with up to 50% of younger women suffering from a deficiency. Iron deficiency in men is much lower at around 3%, but is still significant. Symptoms of iron deficiency include fatigue, paleness, loss of appetite, lowered immune health, poor memory and brittle nails. Your requirements for iron should be met through a balanced diet but the average intake has decreased in the past twenty years mainly because we eat less meat. The recommended daily intake RDA for iron is 8.7mg a day for women over 50 and men and 14.8mg a day for women under 50 and teenage girls. Those who donate blood regularly, women who suffer from heavy periods or endurance athletes may need a higher iron intake. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=193&num=3 Polluted Airways? Climate change is causing an increase in ozone gas at ground level, leading to more urban smog and poor air quality This causes irritation to the respiratory system resulting in coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. When you feel your airways polluted, try inhaling through SALT PIPE SALT INHALER. As you inhale through the SALT PIPE the moisture of the passing air absorbs the micron sized particles of the special Miocene Mineral Halite Salt Crystals mined from the Transylvanian Praid Salt mine. The natural salt vapour induces the natural self cleansing mechanisms in your respiratory system to flush away the impurities from the surface of the cells, mechanically cleanse the passage ways, help clear out the nasal cavities and help calm, heal and repair inflamed lungs and airways. Acting as a 'muco kinetic' it helps restore the normal transport of mucus and unclog blockages in the bronchi and bronchioles. Just a few minutes or regular daily use can not only neutralise the daily damaging effects of air pollution, dust, smog, fog and secondary cigarette smoke but can also help overcome stuffiness, persistent coughing, shortness of breath, and wheeziness during colds, flu and other infections and provide welcome relief for asthma, hay fever and allergy sufferers, smokers and snorers. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat14/cat117/DUREX_PLEASUREMAX_Pack_of_12_For_safer_sex_and_better_sex/index.html Vitamin K a key ingredient combined with Calcium, Magnesium and Vitamin A & D for skeletal heath Recent research has focused on the role of Vitamin K in bone health. Vitamin K is needed to make bone proteins such as Osteocalcin which form a matrix with Calcium and Magnesium and serve to strengthen bones and reduce the risk of fractures. Biocare Osteoplex is a combination of the minerals Calcium and Magnesium and Calcium bonded to citric acid to form bioavailable citrates with the added support of synergistic co factors Sodium Borate, Vitamins A, D as well as Vitamin K. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat14/cat117/DUREX_SENSATION_Pack_of_12_For_safer_sex_and_better_sex/index.html Magnesium deficiency may increase the risk of developing heart flutters and irregular heart rhythms Research at the US Department of Agriculture's Nutrition Research Centre conducted a Magneisum deprivation study on 13 post menopausal women. The study was designed to provide women with a very low Magnesium diet 101mg daily for 78 days followed by a moderately higher Magnesium diet 200mg for 58 days. Five of the women developed either heart flutters or a type of heart rhythm abnormality known as atrial fibrillation between the 42nd and the 64th day of the study, yet their symptoms completely disappeared after they were given supplemental Magnesium to restablish normal Magnesium levels in the body. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=196&num=3 CoQ10 Supplements reduce side effects from Statins Statin class cholesterol lowering drugs such as Lipitor, Crestor, and Vytorin inhibit the activity of 3 Hydroxy 3 Methylyglutaryl Coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) which in turn reduces cholesterol production. However lower HMG-CoA also interferes with the bodys production of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) a Vitamin like nutrient involved in cellular energy production. Many Statin side effects including muscle pain and liver problems have been attributed to CoQ10 depletion. Guiseppe Caso MD and colleagues at Stony Brook University New York treated 32 patients with Statin induced muscle myopathy and pain. They were given either 100mg of CoQ10 or 400IU Vitamin E daily for 30 days. By the end of the study, CoQ10 reduced pain severity by an average of 40% and also reduced the impact on daily activities by 38% whereas Vitamin E had no effect. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=197&num=8 Salvestrol can kill cancer cells New research has revealed that Salvestrol can kill certain cancer cells. Scientists at the Leicester School of Pharmacy found that Salvestrol a chemical produced by plants to repel attackers such as insects or fungi was able to kill cancer cells. Salvestrol is converted into a toxic compound by a particular enzyme which is found at much higher levels in cancer cells. And it was found to be 20 times more toxic to cancer cells than healthy cells. Salvestrol is found fruit and vegetables such as tangerine peel, broccoli and brussel sprouts. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=198&num=2 Question: 'Last winter I seemed to catch a cold about once a month. Is there anything I can do to stay sneeze free this year? Answer: Mostly its beyond your control. The more you are in contact with people the more you are exposed to viruses. Remember too that you are also more likely to catch colds if you have a poor diet, dont sleep enough or are stressed. So if a solitary lifetstyle or early retirement doesnt suit, research at the University of Conneticut has found that a combination of Echinacea and Vitamin C could reduce the incidence of colds by as much as 86%! http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=199&num=12 Shift work is bad for women's health say doctors But there are things you can do to help combat its effects Nearly 20% of the working population in the EU are engaged in shiftwork of some kind. Women who work night shifts, early morning or evening shifts for long periods face a two fold increase in the risk of breast cancer compared with those who work only in the daytime experts reporting from the International Agency for Research on Cancer say. The results are based on the incidence of breast cancers amongst hospital night shift workers and flight attendants backed by animal studies which show that constant light, dim light at night or simulated jet lag substantially boost tumour development. One possible cause for the increased risk is that the Circadian System is disrupted by exposure to light at night. This alters sleep activity patterns, suppresses the production of the hormone melatonin and disregulates genes that control tumour development. In fact Shift Work is a monumental clash between work and sleep cycles and internal body clocks. No wonder it places so much stress on physical and mental health and well being! But theres a solution. 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Klamath Blue Green Algae Since it was first commercially harvested in the early 80's Klamath Blue Green Algae has become renowned as an excellent source of biologically active vitamins, minerals and amino acids as well as other nutritional components such as chlorophyll known as a blood purifier and chelated source of magnesium. In fact this wild wholefood contains more chlorophyll per gram than just about any other green food available and more than other seaweeds, other algae and even wheatgrass. Unlike other algae such as spirulina and chlorella, Klamath Blue Green Algae contains significant quantities of bioavailable Vitamin B12. Other algae often have B12 analogues which actually prevent B12 absorption. B12 known as the 'rejuvinator and energiser' vitamin is essential to the viatlity of the body and it is the one vitamin that is almost never found in the plant kingdom. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=201&num=3 I am so pleased with my husband's progress! 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The study was conducted with 23 people who got either 4 grams per day of CLA (78% active CLA isomers) or identical capsules with safflower oil. Unlike earlier published CLA studies, this one looked at how the substance affects the body during sleep, adding a whole new angle to the use of CLA for weight management. We already know that it helps the body get rid of excess fat. What we didnt know was that mechanism even works while we are asleep. Ref Conjugated Linoleic Acid Supplementation alters the 6 mo change in fat oxidation during sleep, RN Close, DA Schoeller, A C Watras, E H Nora http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat14/cat121/I_Rub_My_Duckie_Vibrator/index.html Kill and cure. The healing properties of Wild Oregano Oil Wild Oregano Oil is antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, antiseptic and anti inflammatory. It is also a potent antioxidant. Says Dr Cass Ingram 'Oregano Oil is the Rolls Royce of Natural Antiseptics. It is for example far more active against obnoxious urinary pathogens than the typically relied upon natural compounds such as Garlic, Goldenseal and Echinacea.' Among the conditions for which it is indicated as listed by DR Cass Ingram are; Upper Respiratory Tract Conditions Lower Lung or Pneumonic Conditions Asthma Inhalant Allergies Candida Exhaustion Stomach Disorders Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhoea/Constipation Bladder Disorders http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=204&num=2 'My immune system needs a boost'. Try some extra Vitamin C 'Ive been getting lots of minor infections recently. I know Ive been neglecting my diet and health a bit because Ive been so busy. What can I do to build up my immune system?' Weve all been tempted to put our health on the back burner in the face of other seemingly more urgent pressures on our time but this is always a false economy. As far as neglecting your diet is concerned deficiencies of Vitamin C have been shown to lower your immune response. Although most people get some Vitamin C found especially in citrus fruit and vegetables such as sweet peppers and broccoli there is always room for more. Doing regular exercise, aiming for at least seven hours of sleep a night and building some relaxation time into your day to help reduce stress can all play a part in keeping your immune system in top form too. Getting lots of minor infections can just mean you are run down but it can sometimes mean an early symptom of diabetes. Do go to your GP or Pratice Nurse and have it checked out. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=205&num=12 Some tips for dealing with restless legs RLS The combination of unpleasant sensations in your legs and the uncontrollable urge to move them affects as many as one in ten people. The symptoms are often worse at night leaving many sufferers exhausted. Women are more commonly affected than men and it tends to start in middle age or older although many women get it during pregnancy. Try the following Exercise Taking up regular walking can lessen your symptoms Take an Anaemia Test Restless Leg Sydrome RLS can often be caused by Anaemia Take a warm bath just before you go to bed Massage your legs Massaging your legs can provide longer relief than just moving them http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=206&num=7 Is the pain in your knee joints holding you back? Are you being told to accept it as simply wear and tear? But did you know there are PLENTY of things that you can do to ameliorate the pain, promote flexibility, mobility and joint health. Heres how Consider taking a good quality GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN supplement Take a good quality MSM supplement Make sure that you take enough OMEGA3 either in the form of pure fish oil or flax seed oil Take a good quality COLLAGEN supplement For more severe conditions consider taking CETYL MYRISTOLEATE CMO working perfectly in synergy with GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN, MSM and OMEGA3. Take SERRALONE NATURAL ANTI INFLAMMATORY to help ease the pain Soak in a bath sprinkled with MAGNESIUM BATH FLAKES, DEAD SEA MINERAL SALTS or PERNATON BATH THERAPY Use an MSM SOAP Massage your knee with SILVER-MSM MASSAGE LOTION or CETYL MYRISTOLEATE CMO CREAM Apply PERNATON GEL to help ease pain Apply BIOFREEZE or use a THERMOSKIN KNEE WRAP when joints are particularly painful http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=207&num=19 N Acetyl Cysteine NAC. This remarkable nutrient could be helpful not only for reducing obsessive compulsive disorders and self mutilation but also drug and other addictions Research studies have found that the Antioxidant N Acetyl Cysteine NAC has therapeutic benefits in the treatment of Cocaine addiction. Peter W Kalivas PhD of the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston and colleagues treated 15 'non treatment seeking' mmen and women for Cocaine abuse. Kalivas gave the subjects 600mg of N Acetyl Cysteine NAC or Placebos every 12 hours for three days. After a four day break, N Acetyl Cysteine NAC and Placebos were reversed for three more days so that all of the subjects received both N Acetyl Cysteine NAC and Placebos. The Researchers measured the subject's responses to photographs of Cocaine related paraphernalia. Cravings, desire to use and interest in Cocaine related materials decreased by around 20% when patients were taking N Acetyl Cysteine NAC. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=208&num=2 Vitamin D and Calcium can lower the risk of diabetes A growing body of research has found that high intake of Vitmain D and Calcium can reduce the odds of developing Type 2 Diabetes. A G Pittas MD of the Tufts New England Medical Centre Boston and colleagues reviewed the published medical literature and conducted a meta analysis of studies on Vitamin D and Calcium in Type 2 Diabetes. According to Pittas, observational studies have found a 'relatively consistent association' betweeen the low consumption of Vitamin D and Calcium and the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. People with low intakes of these two nutrients have as much as a 64% greater risk of developing diabetes as well as a 29% greater risk of developing metabolic syndrome. Conversely women with high intakes of Vitamin D and Calcium had a 33% lower risk of becoming diabetic. In a clinical trial, people with impaired glucose tolerance wsho took 700IU of Vitamin D and 500mg of Calcium had a much lower rise in fasting blood sugar after three years 0.4mg/di versus 6.1mg/di compared with those who did not take the supplements. Both Vitamin D and Calcium are needed for normal insulin function. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat13/cat90/Lumie_Bodyclock_Advanced_Sunrise_Alarm_Clock_EU_2_Pin_Plug/index.html Vitamin D may help slow ageing Ironically a Vitamin made when sunlight hits the skin could help slow down the ageing of cells and tissues according to new research. A study by scientists at Kings College London of more than 2000 women found that those with higher Vitamin D levels showed fewer age related changes in their DNA. A lack of Vitamin D has already been linked to Multiple Sclerosis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. The Researchers looked at a total of 2160 women between 18 and 79 and found that those with higher levels of Vitamin D may age more slowly than people with lower levels of Vitamin D. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=210&num=2 Garlic is good for the heart New research from the University of Alabama in the US has confirmed that the reason eating garlic can help keep the heart healthy is due to the ingredient Allicin a substance that gets broken down into the sulphur compounds which create the smell associated with garlic. These compounds are thought to react with red blood cells to produce hydrogen sulphide which helps keep the blood flowing easily and reduces pressure on the heart. The Researchers highlighted that in the regions where garlic consumption is high, there is a low incidence of heart disease. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat13/cat90/Lumie_Body_Clock_Sunray_Sunrise_Alarm_Clock_EU_2_Pin_Plug/index.html Recent research on probiotics has confirmed the importance of a healthy balance of good gut bacteria for overall health and not just the digestive tract Good levels of friendly bacteria in the gut help to boost the immune system and prevent it from over reacting to potential allergens. Probiotics can also give the digestive system a welcomed boost after a course of antibiotics which can destroy up to 99% of the Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria in the Gastro Intestinal Tract. Recent research has also highlighted the importance of Probiotic Supplements for the over sixties. This is because people over 60 have 1,00 times less friendly bacteria in their guts compared to younger adults. Another study from Canada found that Probiotics may help ease gut disorders linked to long term stress such as Crohn's disease. Chronic stress is known to be implicated in the development of IBS and in the worsening of bowel disease such as Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis. It also sensitises the gut, producing allergies to certain foodstuffs. Probiotics can help improve digestive health in a number of ways. They maintain the delicate balance of bacteria in thegut which helps to reduce bloating and gastro intestinal discomfort. The gastro intestinal tract contains most of the immune cells in the body so keeping it healthy also helps to protect against other illnesses. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=212&num=2 Digestive health can be boosted by enzymes which help to break down food and enable nutrients to be absorbed from the intestinal tract The process of chewing food is vital because it helps to generate saliva which in turn stimulates the production of enzymes in the stomach. Enzymes help to break down food and have been found to improve everything from bloating and constipation to fullness and discomfort in the stomach. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=213&num=4 Everybody needs digestive health Everyday things can upset digestive health. Things like antibiotics, natural ageing, stress, a poor diet, a big night out, travel or simply the hectic pace of life. The effects are familiar, feeling bloated, sluggish, run down and out of sorts. When your digestive health is upset, it affects your mood, your mind and body. But if you eat a fibre rich and balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables, stay fit and top up on your good bacteria with friendly bacteria each day you are giving your body a real chance of maintaining optimum digestive health, your fitness and well being. Check out our quality range of probiotics. Take them as capsules, probiotic straws and even chewable tablets! http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=214&num=5 Selenium and bowel cancer Did you know? Research has shown that a higher intake of selenium may protect against bowel cancer. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=215&num=4 A glass of red wine for heart health? We know that a glass of red wine a day can help lower your risk of heart disease, but what if you dont want to drink alcohol? You could get an even better boost by supplementing with Arkopharma's French Paradox. As well as increasing levels of good cholesterol, you could reduce the levels of the free radicals thought to contribute to the furring of arteries and suppress inflammation of the arteries linked to heart disease. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/productsindex.html Research shows that B Vitamins could prevent heart attacks New research published in the British Medical Journal has strengthened the view of many cardiologists that a Vitamin B complex could be used to reduce heart attack and stroke risk. The Research carried out by Imperial College School of Medicine shows how B Vitamins including B12 and Folate modify the Amino Acid Homocysteine turning it into compounds such as Cysteine and Taurine which are needed for heart health. In this latest study, supplementation with 0.8mg of folic acid a day was shown to result in a '3 micromolar' reduction in Homocysteine sufficient to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. Without enough Vitamin B, Homocysteine is now known to present a serious problem, causing LDL or bad cholesterol to be oxidised making it more dangerous to blood vessels. This is why many experts believe regular Homocysteine level checks are as important as Cholesterol checks for monitoring heart health. Take the case of Christine Ellis who went to the Brain Bio Clinic in London after she had a stroke. Tests at the clinic showed that her Homocysteine level was 22 Micropolar(12 is high and 6 ideal). Ellis was then treated with B6, B12 and Folic Acid plus a Multivitamin daily. Two months later her Homocysteine score had dropped to 7.6 whilst her blood pressure had been restored to a healthy 120/75. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat2/cat53/HOMEDICS_SQUSH_THERAPY_BATTERY_OPERATED_MASSAGING_BACK_PILLOW_SQMB1_with_unique_sqush_micropedic_beads/index.html L Theanine may help buffer body and mind against stress L Theanine an amino acid is known to increase the brain's alpha waves leading to a greater sense of relaxation and focus. Green Tea is rich in L Theanine which may account for many of the tea's remarkable health benefits. In new research, supplemental L Theanine has been found to reduce both psychological and physical responses to stress. Kenta Kimura PhD and colleagues at Nagoya University Japan asked 12 male college students to work on a stressful math problem for 20 minutes on four different occasions. They were given L Theanine before or during two of the maths tests and a placebo during the other tests. The L Theanine supplement consisted of 200mg of Suntheanine Green Tea Extract dissolved in water. During the maths tests the participants' heart rate and salivary immunoglobulin A (s-lgA, an indicator of stress) were elevated compared with their resting or non stressed states. They also felt more stressed, based on a psychological test. When the subjects took L Theanine their heart rates and s-lgA levels were lower compared with those taking placebos and they experienced less psychological stress as well. The timing of the L Theanine supplement made no difference to the results. L Theanine increases brain levels of several neurotransmitters including Serotonin, Dopamine and Gamma Amino Butyric Acid. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat2/cat53/HOMEDICS_SQUSH_THERAPY_BATTERY_OPERATED_MASSAGING_FOOT_PILLOW_SQMF2_With_unique_sqush_micropedic_beads/index.html Oily fish helps Lupus sufferers A new study has shown that fish oils can benefit people suffering from Lupus, a disease that affects the immune system. Scientists at the University of Ulster examined a group of subjects who took fish oil supplements three times a day for six months and a grooup who were given a placebo. The results showed that those taking the supplements reported a greater improvement in quality of life than those in the placebo group. Those taking the fish oil also showed a reduction in the severity of fatigue which is reported to be the most debilitating symptom of Lupus sufferers. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=219&num=2 Fish oils modify cholesterol plaque Researchers at the University of Southampton have shown that omega3 fish oils well known for their anti inflammatory properties are quickly absorbed into artery plaque and reduce its tendency to rupture. Philip C Calder PhD and his colleagues conducted a study with 170 patients scheduled for surgery on their carotid artery. Before surgery the patients were asked to take 1.4g of omega3 fish oils rich in EPA and DHA, 3.6g of omega6 sunflower oil or no supplements. Patients took the supplements for an average of 42 days. After surgery, portions of the patients arteries were saved and the plaque analysed. Plaque taken from patients taking omega3 fish oils had higher proportions of linoleic acid, an omega6 fat, indicating that one type of fat can displace another. In addition, plaque from patients taking the omega3 fish oils had thick fibrous caps and no signs of inflammation! In contrast plaque from the other two groups were thinner, inflamed and more likely to rupture. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=220&num=2 CoQ10 lowers blood pressure Coenzyme Q10, a vitamin like nutrient can lower blood pressure and help control blood sugar in people with Type 11 Diabetes according to researchers at the University of Western Australia. Gerald F Watts MD and his colleagues asked 74 men and women with diabetes to take 100mg of CoQ10 twice daily, 200mg of Fenofibrate a Cholesterol lowering drug each morning, both or niether for 12 weeks. The subjects aged in range from 31-75. Those taking CoQ10 had significant decreases in systolic and diastolic blood pressure on average 6.1mmHg and 3.9mmHg respectively. In addition, glucose control improved by 0.37%. Fenofibrate did not have these benefits but patients taking both CoQ10 and Fenofibrate benefited slightly more than those taking only CoQ10. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=221&num=4 According to a study by Swiss Researchers a simple Supplement of Calcium and Vitamin D strengthens muscles and significantly reduces the risk of falls and injuries amongst elderly women Heike A Bischoff MD of the University of Baseland colleagues began their study with the knowledge that Vitamin D improves muscle function as well as enhances Calcium metabolism. They hypothesised that Vitamin D would increase muscle strength which would reduce the risk of falling. Bischoff asked 122 elderly women ranging from 63-99 to take either a daily supplement of 1,200mg of Calcium and 800iu of Vitamin D or just 1,200mg of Calcium for three months. At the beginning of the study, Calcium levels were low in all subjects and nearly all were deficient in Vitamin D. The subjects were divides into two groups. For six weeks before supplementation, 15 women in what would be the Vitamin D/Calcium Group suffered 22 falls and 14 women in the Calcium Group had 20 falls. During three months of supplementation, 14 women in the Vitamin D/Calcium Group had 25 falls but 18 women in the Calcium Group experienced 55 falls! Bischoff concluded that Vitamin D/Calcium Supplements reduced the risk of falls by 49% over three months. A less conservative analysis found a 62% reduction in falls. Indeed, women who had a history of falling seemed to benefit most from the supplements. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat5/cat73/SCHOLL_DR4051_UK1_MASSAGING_BATH_PILLOW_A_battery_operated_luxury_waterproof_cushion_support_to_deliver_a_soothing_massage/index.html High dose antioxidants may help speed up recovery from traumatic injury A traumatic injury generates a massive immune and inflammatory response which in turn generates huge numbers of free radicals which can further damage tissues and contribute to respiratory and organ stress. Taking a broad spectrum Antioxidant Complex will help significantly stabilise this free radical onslaught to help promote the recovery process. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=223&num=2 pH Balance your body back to vibrant health and energy The pH level of your internal fluids affects every cell in your body. Over acidification of the body's fluids and tissues can overwhelm your body and be a trigger for many of today's diseases such as arthritis, fatigue, heart disease and possibly even cancer. Just as your body regulates its own temperature, so it preserves a very narrow pH range - especially in the blood. Your body will go to great lengths to maintain a blood pH of 7.365 and will even create stress on other tissues or body systems in order to do so. Chronic acidification will interrupt all cellular activities and functions - it interferes with life itself! And when the pH of your body does get out of balance and become too acidic, you may experience low energy, fatigue, excess weight, poor digestion, aches and pains, and even more serious diseases. The process of restoring pH balance begins with proper diet and nutrition. This includes eating alkalising foods (vegetables, low sugar fruits, etc.), drinking plenty of ionic, structured, alkaline water and take a daily supplement of Apple Cider Vinegar. Correcting your pH imbalances could be your key to more than just optimal health. It could mean renewed vigor and energy levels, enhanced mental clarity and focus and a slimmer and fitter you! http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=224&num=5 L Theanine. Natural relief from anxiety and stress What is L Theanine? L Theanine is an amino acid that helps promote a restful, relaxed state without diminishing daytime alertness and without the side effects commonly associated with other relaxing agents. How does it work? Scientific studies show L Theanine impacts both the nervous and cardiovascular systems to produce a calming effect on mental state which is why its often referred to as the 'feel good supplement'. Scientists have investigated L Theanine's effect on brain amino acids and neurotransmitters. In clinical trials L Theanine was shown to increase alpha brain waves which is considered an index of alert relaxation, the daytime relaxed state. One of the ways L Theanine is thought to produce this calming effect is by increasing the brain's level of Gamma Amino Butyric Acid GABA, a natural chemical that experts believe has a sedative action and produces feelings of well being. L Theanine which readily crosses the blood brain barrier is also thought to affect levels of Dopamine, another feel good chemical. L Theanine is also thought to protect against Glutamate which can be toxic in high amounts. Glutamate levels are commonly thought to rise when there is a problem with blood flow to the brain. Hence the research into theory that L Theanine might help protect against Cerebral Vascular Dementia. Does L Theanine have any other benefits? There are scientific indications that L Theanine also supports healthy blood pressure levels already within normal limits because the same neurotransmitters that help us relax and sleep, also regulate blood pressure in our bodies. Japanese researchers have also found that L Theanine may also help control run away heart rates in times of stress. And researchers in the US also believe that L Theanine might help fight infection thanks to its effect on the immune systems T Cells. And whilst L Theanine may not help promote sleep, Tokyo based researchers suggest that it could improve your quality of sleep and help you feel more refreshed in the mornings. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/productsindex.html Cranberries show favourable impact on good HDL Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Disease The benefits of cranberries to the urinary system are well documented but a recent study has found that Cranberries may also offer some protection against Cardiovascular Disease. The researchers gave a group of abdominally obese men a low calorie cranberry juice cocktail daily for three months and measured changes in their cholesterol levels. On completion of the study, they found there had been a significant increase in blood levels of good HDL Cholesterol probably due to the high levels of antioxidant flavoniods present in cranberries. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat2/cat56/Pure_Series_New_World_Music_Music_therapy_PURE_CALM/index.html Improve your breathing and live younger for longer! It sounds obvious but if you want to live longer you need to breathe. Most of us dont breathe properly which means we dont get enough oxygen to nourish our cells, give us energy and help us cope with stressful situations which all lead to a shorter life according to Scientists at Duke University Just taking a few minutes out each day for a few breathing exercises with the Powerbreathe Plus Lung Exerciser, you will soon notice the huge difference to your health, your endurance, energy levels, stamina , fitness and mental acuity. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=227&num=3 Improving your balance can reduce your risk of a fall How long can you stand on one leg? If the answer is 'Not Long' you need to improve your balance. Being unsteady on you feet could increase your risk of a fall. In the UK up to 33% of people over 65 and 42% of people over 75 will fall each year according to the Royal College of Physicians A fall could put you at risk of bone fractures which could seriously affect your quality of life and for 14,000 people a year a fall could be the cause of death. Keep yourself firmly on your feet by getting regular balance training. With balance cushions, wobble boards and rocker boards balance training is fun, great therapy and great exercise! http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=228&num=4 Theres more and more evidence to suggest that a daily Vitamin D Supplement could improve your health and help you live longer! In the latest study published by The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition researchers found that women with the highest amounts of Vitamin D in their diets had bodies that aged on average FIVE YEARS LESS than women with low Vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is thought to help boost your immune system, reduce inflammation and could help to reduce your risk of cancer, diabetes and rheumatiod arthritis. We can make Vitamin D from sunlight on our skin but in the UK its virtually impossible to get enough. Oily fish and dairy products contain Vitamin D but you are better off taking a supplement. Theres no recommended daily amount but you shouldnt exceed 25mcg. Most experts recommend taking 10mcg everyday. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=229&num=2 Good Health Matters Health. A Tip For....Tackling Constipation We all suffer from constipation occasionally but for some people it becomes a chronic or recurrent problem especially as they get older. A change of diet, dehydration, medication or even a change of daily schedule can all lead to constipation. Have plenty to drink, have plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and take regular exercise. Avoid taking laxatives and take a natural Psyllium Supplement. Psyllium swells in the bowel and adds bulk to your stools, helping to promote easy evacuation of the bowel. It lubricates the intestines and stimulates normal muscular activity without causing cramps and griping. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=230&num=2 Vitamin D may protect against heart attacks and strokes on top of its traditional role in keeping bones strong Researchers have found that those with low blood levels of the sunshine vitamin were twice as likely to suffer from heart failure, a heart attack or a stroke than those with higher levels. The risk was still 62% after adjusting for well established risk factors such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Dr Thomas Wang who led the research said 'Our data raise the possibility that treating Vitamin D deficiency via supplementation or lifestyle measures could reduce cardiovascular risk.' Most of the body's supply of Vitamin D is provided by sunlight on the skin. The rest comes from foods such as fish, eggs and fortified milk and breakfast cereals. The mechanism by which it works is only partly understood but Vitamin D has been shown to slow the rate of growth of cancer cells and may boost the function of blood vessels or the immune system. Although many living in Northern Europe are not sufficiently lacking in Vitamin D to be classed as deficient, some experts now believe blood levels should be higher to optimise health. A spokesman for the Health Supplements Information Service said 'Dietary surveys show that large numbers of people in Northern Climates including the UK have blood levels of Vitamin D which are too low. 'Diet does not provide enough Vitamin D and the need for each of us to expose our skin to sunlight for short periods of time to make it runs contrary to the advice to avoid sunbathing to reduce the risk of skin cancer' 'Confusing messages combined with seasonal variations in the strength of UV radiation, geographical latitude, time of day, cloud cover and the use of sunscreen merge to hamper reliable Vitamin D synthesis'. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=231&num=2 Vitamin B3 may help to treat Alzheimers Vitamin B3 is being used to treat Alzheimers disease. Researchers at the University of California believe that Vitamin B3 Nicotinamide could help patients with mild to moderate forms of the disease. They have found that it significantly improved learning and memory in laboratory animals with Alzheimers and have started the first study into the effects of the Vitamin on human sufferers. Researchers say that this might block the action of a protein called Tau which builds up in Alzheimers disease. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat2/cat56/Pure_Series_New_World_Music_Music_therapy_PURE_PEACE/index.html Poor bowel movement may promote cancerous cells in the bowel http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=233&num=4 Phyto Soya. A natural and effective product for menopausal women The menopause is a natural period of change in your life. Phyo Soya is a food supplement containing Soya Extract standardised in Isoflavones, rich in Daidzein using a non genetically modified Soya from Japan. A natural product thats clinically tested, Phyto Soya taken as part of a balanced and varied diet can have a beneficial effect during this stage of your life. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=234&num=5 A natural and simple saline nasal wash may not only help relieve a stuffy or blocked up nose and sinuses but might also help reduce the risk of further coughs and colds The salty solution to the sniffles! Well try anything to cure a cold, but scientists believe the solution could be right under our noses! In a study of children researchers found that a saline nasal wash could not only help reduce the symptoms but also reduce the risk of catching more coughs, sore throats, blocked noses and sinuses and colds. Saline washes may reduce the production of inflammatory compounds or create a favourable environement for cilia - the tiny hairs in the respiratory system to sweep away mucus and particles. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=235&num=2 Natural Candida Supplement A simple Saliva Test to help detect the presence of Candida If you feel for no obvious reason generally run down and lethargic, moody and irritable, suffer from bloating, heartburn and indigestion, acne, dry skin, itching and poor vaginal health you may have an intestinal fungal or yeast overgrowth. The most common causes of yeast and fungal intestinal overgrowth are the frequent use of antibiotics, stress or a weakened immune system. Theres a very quick, easy and simple test that you can do at home to detect the presence of a yeast and fungal intestinal overgrowth called the Saliva Test. When you wake in the morning, before you put anything into your mouth work up some saliva and deposit it into a clear glass of water. After around twenty minutes look through the side of the glass. If there are strings coming down from your saliva or if the water turns cloudy or if your saliva sinks to the bottom you may have a yeast or fungal concern. Whats the natural alternative solution for Candida? Along with diet changes, displacing the yeast or fungal intestinal overgrowth with certain specific good bacteria is a very effective way of restoring your intestinal microflora balance. THREELAC is a totally natural approach to combating Candida. Rather than trying to eradicate the overgrowths by killing them THREELAC'S unique Probiotic formula is designed to gently correct these microflora imbalances naturally. THREELAC Probiotics are more assertive toward certain strains of fungi and yeast and work by effectively crowding out fungal and yeast overgrowths and stimulating the production of immuno protective cells so preventing them from taking hold. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=236&num=2 Health Chiefs believe they may have found an antidote to the hospital superbug crises Doctors are giving out free pots of probiotic yoghurt to patients in the hope it will help to combat the rise of clostridium difficile. Probiotics are ‘friendly’ or beneficial bacteria that live and help regulate the digestive system. The trial is being carried out by Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs the Rural Sussex County Hospital in Brighton and the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath Its medical director Mathew Fletcher said: ‘There is some evidence to suggest that, using these probiotics may reduce a patient’s risk of C.diff and we will be evaluating the difference it makes to the number of cases.’ More than two million Britons now take yoghurts or capsules that contain probiotics. Research shows they can restore a healthy digestive system, particularly after antibiotics have whipped out good as well as harmful bugs. But the mechanism is poorly understood. Research suggests they help prevent bowel conditions such as ulcer-active colitis, protect children against allergies, and may even reduce the risk of colon cancer. Studies show a regular supply can help hospital patients make speedier recoveries. It is now a routine in some countries to give good bacteria to intensive care patients. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=237&num=4 Exercise can takes years off you! Scientists say exercising regularly makes you seem some years biologically younger than those who do not. Researchers believe inactivity does not only lead to greater risk of age-related diseases, but may also influence the aging process itself. Academics at King's College London and in the U.S studied 2,401 twins, analysing telomeres, which cap the end of chromosomes in cells and protect them from damage. Telomeres shorten with age, increasing susceptibility to cell damage which causes deceases. Comparing twins who did different amounts of exercise, it was found that on average the telomeres were significantly longer in the more active ones. The study concluded: 'Adults who partake in regular physical activity are biologically younger than sedentary individuals.' Dr Lynn Cherkas from the Twin Research and Genetic Epidemiology unit at king's college said: 'Overall the difference in telomere length between the most active subjects and the inactive subjects corresponds to around nine years of ageing.' http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=238&num=3 Is your face looking pasty, tired and worn, lifeless and creased? Massaging and exercising your facial muscles can do wonders for your facial skin. Rather than degenerating into the muscular equivalent of perished rubber bands they remain taut, springy and prevent sagging by holding your face in its youthful contours. There is little doubt that facial massage and exercise can produce wonderful results. Look at Eva Fraser the doyen of facial exercises. Shes 80 but her naturally sculpted face looks exquisitely ageless! But as with all muscular training it takes time and energy and half hearted efforts dont translate into good results. 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A couple of colds a year usually meant three or four months a year of additional coughing discomfort!' 'Its not something I could ever get used to. The coughs always seemed to happen at awkward moments. And coughing on and off all through the day continuously for weeks on end is exhausting, debilitating, distressing and depressing. 'And just as suddenly as the coughing started, so after an interminable six or seven weeks it would stop for no apparent reason' 'Id consulted with my GP. With his help and advice I tried just about everything to stop the cough. Tinctures, cough medicines, decongestants and loads of cough pastilles' 'I also tried nasal douches. They provided a bit of relief but had no direct effect on the cough' 'So the next time I went through this coughing episode after a cold I mentioned this to one of the sales staff at Living Is Easy.co.uk. He suggested I try a Salt Pipe to try to calm and cleanse my upper respiratory tract and to try to stop the coughing. He also recommended though that the next time I developed a cold to start using the Salt Pipe immediately' 'I purchased a Salt Pipe from Living Is Easy.co.uk and with my cold gone but the coughing well into its fifth week, started using the Salt Pipe everyday a few times in the morning and before going to bed' 'A couple of weeks later the cough disappeared but I could not for certain attribute the cough stopping to the Salt Pipe' 'Nevertheless about a year later when I developed another heavy summer cold this time I began using the Salt Pipe everyday the moment the cold took hold' 'So having used the Salt Pipe regularly since day one of the cold, the cold took its usual five day course to go, the coughing started, lingered for a couple of days and then miraculously disappeared' 'That had never happened in almost twenty years of colds and flu'! 'Could this be due to the Salt Pipe?' 'My own view is that given a cold is essentially a viral attack on the linings of the nasal passages and upper respiratory tract its quite possible that my lingering coughing may have been the result of irritants remaining that were not cleared away from my system' 'What I feel might have happened when using the Salt Pipe is that it may have accelerated the clearing and cleansing process whilst I had my cold so ridding my respiratory system of the irritants and debris created by the cold' 'By using the Salt Pipe right from day one of the cold I feel it has helped to cleanse and expel whatever had in the past tended to remain in my respiratory system after a cold to cause all this irritation and coughing' http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=241&num=2 There is another way to avoid excess fat in your favourite food Excess body fat can put unnecessary pressure on your joints and major organs. Bind excess fat from your food with LIPObind and choose to have a healthier body! LIPObind is a patented dual action fibre complex that consists of: • Non soluble fibres that are clinically proven to bind dietary fats through irreversible hydrophobic interactions • Soluble fibres that are highly viscous in nature that bind bile acids and slow the absorption of glucose http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/products/cat13/cat91/Rio_Aroma_Stream_Two_Speed_Operation_Vaporiser/index.html A little known illness called COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is fast becoming an epidemic that kills 4 in every 100 women in the UK each year It is caused by long term damage to the lungs and often due to inflammation caused by smoking. The result is that sufferers are unable to breathe in and out effectively through the narrowed airways. Yet many people are unaware they have the disease. That is because it is easy to confuse the early symptoms of growing older such as wheezing and breathlessness and coughs with COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease yet the two are very different diseases. And if picked up early, though damaged lungs cannot be repaired, it is possible to slow down the progression of the disease, stabilise it and rehabilitate the pulmonary system. Can COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease be treated? The good news is that COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is extremely treatable and the earlier the diagnosis the better. Quitting smoking is the most important first step and Short and Long Acting Bronchodilators could be prescribed. There are other steps that you can take to ameliorate the condition The diagnosis of COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is not the end of the world and there are other things you can do to help halt the progress such as exercising your lungs and eating a healthier diet. Pulmonary Rehabilitation using Breathing Exercisers Pulmonary Rehabilitation using Breathing Exercisers has been shown to enable COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease sufferers to gain more control and help make a huge positive contribution to neutralising the negative impacts of the disease. Breathing exercises are a key factor for Lung Rehabilitation. Breathing exercises will help to tone your lungs, improve upper chest endurance, reduce breathlessness, encourage less shallow breathing and increase lung capacity. What is a Breathing Exerciser? It is an easy to use, drug free, hand held device with a comfortable mouthpiece. They have an inbuilt resistance so your lungs and inspiratory muscles are gently exercised as you inhale. They come in three degrees of resistance. Wellness, Fitness and Sport. For COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease the recommended resistance is Wellness. 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Why Dida tablets are so good Intestinal Microbiota are the micro organisms that normally live in the digestive tract and can perform a number of useful functions for your health and vitality. Most of these micro organisms comprise as many as thousands of different types of bacteria. It is normal to have yeast and fungi amongst the micro organisms. Stressful situations following an unhealthy lifestyle, poor diets and infections can alter the balance between bacteria and yeast possibly leading to increased sensitivity to foods and discomfort after eating. Certain spices have a beneficial effect on the causes of sensitivity. Dida Tablets from Scandinavia contain natural extracts of spices and herbs. The tablets are documented to be effective and safe. How to reduce sensitivity Try Dida Tablets and eat more soluble fibre foods, substitute milk products with soy or rice products, be careful with fresh fruits and vegetables that are high in insoluble fibre and eat frequent meals of small amounts of food. Foods and beverages to be avoided or minimised include red meat, oily or fatty and fried products, milk products even when there is no lactose intolerance, chocolate, coffee, alcohol and carbonated beverages especially those containing Sorbitol or other artificial sweeteners. http://www.city-slickers.co.uk/help/HotTips/?id=258&num=2 Sleeping Beauty! Being stirred by the morning light might seem impossible at the murky end of the calendar year, playing havoc with our internal bodyclocks and the production of Melatonin. Some studies suggest that this disruption to Melatonin production may lower your cancer fighting capacity. Thats because Melatonin is the hormone needed to regulate sleep patterns, protect your immune system and according to work at the University of Texas to stall the growth of cancer cells especially Prostate Cancer. To harmonise your internal bodyclock and keep your Melatonin levels stable try following this routine. Make sure that you black out all external light before you go to bed by shutting your curtains. The heavier the curtains and the more light they cut out whilst you sleep, the better. Set your LUMIE SUNRAY SUNRISE ALARM CLOCK to wake you up with a gentle gradually brightening simulated sunrise. Your body responds to these light triggers by automatically lowering your levels of Melatonin and raising your levels of Cortisol so you wake up just as nature intended, feeling better, more revived, refreshed and energised and full of fighting spirit! Buy a LUMIE SUNRAY SUNRISE ALARM CLOCK now! 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This natural plant derived source of Melatonin may help to promote restful and refreshing sleep fast, speed up the time it takes to get to sleep and also help your body cope with jet lag. http://www.goodhealthmatters.co.uk/productsindex.html ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME? Chronic Fatigue Syndrome can be extremely debilitating. Symptoms include a continuous state of near exhaustion, sleep disturbance, headaches, muscle pain and difficulties concentrating. Its exact causes are uncertain but may be attributed to triggers such as a bacterial or viral infection, depression or stress resulting from a dysfunctional immune system. Whilst there is no known cure, current Medical Practice usually involves managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome through regular exercise and cognitive behavioural therapy. There is however a growing body of opinion that would suggest that this sudden resumption of physical exercise and activity could indeed make things worse. 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