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I’ve been writing articles regarding Vitamin D and how important it is to your body. As a matter of fact, and according to many health professionals, it helps "promote bone health and ward off diseases like osteoporosis." However, many people are deficient of this all important vitamin.

The statistics are unbelievable when it comes to vitamin D deficiency. According to experts, nearly 80 percent of Americans are deficient in vitamin D. WOW!! Why all the concern? Because this leads to an increased risk for inflammation, heart problems, weak bones, osteoporosis, unhealthy blood pressure levels, decreased immunity and memory loss; not to mention a major strain on our health care system.

As with most of my articles, I try to keep you informed of health risks, and I try to pass along information when I receive it. Today is no exception! Brazos Minshew, Chief Science Officer for TriVita, in his Weekly Wellness Report, explains how to test yourself for vitamin d deficiency, explains the signs of deficiency, reasons for deficiency, and what you can do about it.

I’ve included the complete article below. Please read this article and make sure you do o become one of the deficiency statistics. There is help, and you can do something about it.

Test Yourself for "D"eficiency by Brazos Minshew

With your thumb, press on your sternum (breastbone). Is it tender or painful? Now, press on the tibia (shin bone) of both your legs. Is it sore or tender? If the answer is "yes" to both of these tests then you have a 93% chance of being Vitamin D deficient. Vitamin D may be the most prevalent vitamin deficiency in our culture. What is Vitamin D and what does it do for us?

Function of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is both a vitamin (vital amine) and a hormone. It acts as a vitamin when it binds with calcium for proper absorption. Humans cannot digest calcium without adequate amounts of Vitamin D.

Vitamin D is a hormone (a messenger inside your body) because it directs cells, organs, muscle and bone in daily activity. It is a hormone because your body creates it in response to sunlight on your skin. It participates in weight loss, the function of your immune system, blood sugar regulation and basic human metabolism.

Humans mobilize essential fatty acids, such as Omega-3, with Vitamin D. In order to properly use calcium and Omega-3 you simply must have enough Vitamin D. Yet, many people don’t.

Signs of deficiency
The test above is one way of checking for low levels of Vitamin D. You see, calcium and other minerals are delivered to an area in your bones that is like a gelatin matrix. This gelatin matrix hardens into sturdy bone. Calcium can only arrive in this matrix if it is escorted by Vitamin D. If you are deficient in Vitamin D, this matrix will revert back to gelatin near the surface of the bone. Tenderness and bone pain will result.

This kind of bone pain can be seen in cases of osteomalacia (softening of the bones), as well as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and even the pain associated with chronic depression.

Further, Vitamin D deficiency can result in:

• Obesity
• Type 2 diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Psoriasis

Eventually, Vitamin D deficiency may lead to cancer (especially breast cancer, prostate cancer and colon cancer), osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease.

Reasons for deficiency
The primary reasons people become deficient in Vitamin D are cultural. For instance, women that wear veils in certain cultures are almost universally deficient in Vitamin D, as are submariners who spend extended time submerged. Neither group spends much time with their skin exposed to direct sunlight. The most common reasons for Vitamin D deficiency in North America also relate to lack of exposure to sunlight and infrequent consumption of cold-water fish. Cold-water fish such as wild salmon, mackerel and sardines are good food sources of Vitamin D – as well as good sources of calcium and Omega-3 fatty acids.

Many foods have been supplemented with Vitamin D, but this has not resulted in an overall increase in Vitamin D levels. This is likely because food and supplement manufacturers rely on an inexpensive form of synthetic Vitamin D called "ergocalciferol" – a form of Vitamin D-2. Food sources of Vitamin D and supplements such as TriVita’s Bone Growth Factor, VitaCal-Mag D and Leanology Capsules use Vitamin D-3 (cholecalciferol), which is the same form that your body makes from sunshine.

What to do?
If your bones are tender or if you have a low blood level of Vitamin D the solution may be as simple as increasing your sun exposure. Spend 20 minutes daily in the sunshine with 40% of your skin surface exposed. Morning and evening sunshine is best; afternoon sun is acceptable. Never allow yourself to sunburn.

When supplementing with Vitamin D always choose D-3. It is also good to remember that this is a "fat soluble" vitamin. That means that you can store the nutrient for many days.

I will often suggest two capsules of TriVita’s Bone Growth Factor or two tablets of VitaCal-Mag D to be taken at every meal. Test the tenderness in your sternum and shin bones every 6 months. Reduce your supplements to one capsule or tablet per meal when the tenderness has disappeared from the sternum and shin bones.

If Leanology Capsules are a more appropriate source of Vitamin D for you (if you are overweight and otherwise in a low-risk category for osteoporosis), taking two capsules at each meal is a good strategy. However, since most overeating occurs in the evening and since Vitamin D reduces appetite, it may be best to take three to six Leanology capsules all in the evening.

It is good to get a blood test for appropriate blood levels of Vitamin D twice a year and a DEXA scan of your bones at least every two years to help you structure a supplement program.

Eventually, health comes down to healthy habits practiced every day. Every day we should nourish our body and nurture our spirit for sustained health. **END of ARTICLE**

Now I’m not a doctor or even in the health care industry, but I do a lot of research and read a lot of articles. Before committing to any supplementation, always check with your health care professional first. If he/she recommends taking a vitamin D supplement, show him/her TriVita’s VitaCal-Mag D, and ask their opinion.

To learn more about TriVita’s VitaCal-Mag D, go to the TriVita Products page and click on the Vitamin D link.

Jeffrey Sloe
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028
Internet Marketing Advisors

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

I’m always looking to get information out to individuals interested in losing weight. For some, it’s an ongoing problem. For others, they never have to worry about their weight. Is it based on a person’s metabolism, diet, or could it be based on demographics – were that person lives?

In one of the weekly health newsletters I receive, there was a snippet that mentioned a new study that says "your health may pay the price for urban living." I’ve included that whole article in this posting, and would like to share it with you.

"According to a 2007 report, more than 50 percent of the American population lives in urban areas. And it’s estimated that almost 3 billion of the world’s population live in cities rather than rural areas."

"Without exposure to green spaces and nature, our mental health can suffer, causing depression, anger, decreased energy levels, declining mental skills and a drop-off of activity levels. Now a new study in Tokyo confirms that your physical health may pay the price for urban living, as well."

"More study participants who lived in the city were found to be overweight or obese in comparison to those people in rural areas."

"A few ways to help combat gaining weight due to your environment is to engage in outdoor activities such as hiking on nature trails, picnicking at a local park or gardening on your roof or patio. As your exposure to green spaces increases, you may experience a boost to your mental and physical well-being."

I’m not so sure that where you live has as much to do with your weight as your diet and exercise regimen. But if you live in the city, it does make sense to get out to the national or metro parks and take in their beauty, not to mention the fresh air.

If you’re struggling with losing weight, eat healthier foods and avoid a sedentary lifestyle. If you feel you’re obese, or losing weight is very difficult for you, you may want to try a weight loss system like TriVita’s Leanology™.

Leanology™ is a three part weight loss system that contains healthy fats and carbohydrates. You may already know that a well-balanced nutritious meal consists of appropriate fats, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, water, enzymes, phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals, and many other ingredients that nourish your body. Leanology shakes (one-third of the system) are designed as balanced nutrition.

Unlike your typical diet drink powdered formulas, Leanology™ shakes contain the Omega-3 fats, soluble fiber, and volume of nutrients necessary to satisfy hunger for hours. Leanology™ nutritional shakes are available in three delicious flavors: Dutch Chocolate, Creamy Vanilla, and Mixed Berry.

I didn’t realize before how lethargic I felt until after I started Leanology and lost 34 pounds in three months. I found I had more energy and I felt better about myself. Losing the weight has just made it easier to get around. – Jean S. Raytown, MO

Not everyone can move to rural areas, but we can take responsibility for our own weight. So, if you struggle to keep the lose weight, or keep the weight off, and you can’t afford to move, do what Jean has done, and give Leanology™ a try.

To learn more about weight loss, click on the following link; Weight Loss.

Jeffrey Sloe
Independent TriVita Business Affiliate – 12871028
440-725-3729
Additional Weight Loss Information
TriVita

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Going on a diet to shed those extra pounds can be useless unless you find out what will really suits your body and metabolic system. Many people diet for years and still end up just as heavy in the end especially if they have a slow metabolic system. The most important thing you can do is choose a diet plan that will benefit you, because everyone is created differently.

Many nutritionists promote eating fruits and vegetables, which can make up a great diet. Most of us like flavorful foods which are loaded with salts and butter, and we have forgotten the mouth-watering tastes of fruits and vegetables. Maybe it’s time to rid yourself of the diet and just start eating healthier foods. Start by narrowing it down to the fruits and vegetables you love.

Take the vegetable you love and look for recipes which included those veggies. There are plenty of healthy recipes available, just search Google; I’m sure you’ll find one or more that fit your taste. Find as many recipes as you can and start eating healthier meals.

If you’re a person that loves snacks, do not worry; you don’t have to give up on your snacks. However, you should consider fruits, which are definitely healthier than fat laden potato chips, or cookies. Prepare the fruit of your choice by cutting it up into bite size pieces, and pack it into your lunch.

Another way to lose weight is going for morning walks. It’s a great way to start the day. Short walks work wonders, especially if done on a daily basis. Even if it’s for only 15 minutes, I consider it to be a healthy weight loss tip. For optimal weight loss, try to spend at least 30-45 minutes on walks per day. Follow that up with some basic light weight lifting. This can be done with dumbbells, heavy soup cans, or with your own body weight. Exercise is not only to help you lose weight but also keeps your body in top notch shape.

When it comes to eating, breakfast is the most important meal; DO NOT skip it. Eating a fruit salad, yogurt and granola, or high fiber cereal for breakfast makes good sense. For lunch and dinner cook your favorite vegetables. You may even want to mix them with brown rice. Instead of salt and butter, use lemon juice as a flavor enhancer. And don’t forget to eat plenty of salads. Not only are they healthy but they are delicious as well.

Losing weight is not that difficult, and it doesn’t mean you have to eat all bland foods. You can, in fact, treat your taste buds to the flavor of natural food. Lemon, garlic, and tomatoes are a few ingredients you can use in almost everything, to make sauces, salad dressings, juices or simply to add flavor. Look for vegetables which have a variety of health advantages and make use of them in your diet.

If you follow a healthy diet made up of your favorites you will look forward to your meals every day. At the same time you will not feel guilty of eating something high in calories, and your weight loss regime becomes an easier task. Following this kind of a diet plan will pave a way for faster weight loss. You should witness a change in a few weeks time or maybe even a few days.

Remember, weight loss is not about starving yourself; it’s about eating healthy and staying fit. So keep it natural and enjoy your weigh loss experience.

To learn more about weight loss, click on the following link; Weight Loss.

Jeffrey Sloe
TriVita Business Affiliate – 12871028
440-725-3729
Additional Weight Loss Information
TriVita

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

As you age, your muscles naturally lose strength and size and can become less supple and stiffer. This can affect the range of movement around your joints, which may lead to stiffness in the muscles and joints. It’s this loss of tissue elasticity that can cause muscles and joints to tighten up.

One of the main reasons muscles lose their natural suppleness and flexibility and can become prone to tears, aches, and pains is inactivity. If the situation is not remedied in time, loss of flexibility could lead to permanent changes in posture and normal muscle function. Therefore, it’s important to maintain muscle flexibility as a component of your overall fitness.

What is flexibility? Flexibility can be described as the ability of your joints and body parts to execute their full range of motion. Flexibility is required in all your day-to-day activities such as bending, walking, lifting, etc. Being flexible allows your muscles to remain mobile. However, like most things, flexibility decreases with age. That’s why I consider it very important to include flexibility exercises in your daily workout regimen.

Keeping the muscles in your body supple and flexible is only one part of the flexibilty equasion. Sometimes it’s our joints that are stiff or sore that causes us to lose motion. Our joints require hydration in order to stay flexible, strong and pliable. The cartilage in our joints stretches every time we move-when a joint is properly hydrated, it will stretch without tearing.

TriVita has developed a product, Optima Flex™, to help individuals maintain their flexibility, and keep the joints hydrated. The key ingredient in Optima Flex™ to supplement the joints is cetyl myristoleate.

Cetyl Myristoleate has been reported to act as a lubricant for the joints and muscles, help in the building of cartilage, and helps your body reduce inflammation. It is an expensive, rare ingredient but one that has shown in studies to have impressive results in protecting the joints and lowering the possibility for future damage.

Optima Flex™ also has other ingredients to help keep joints healthy and mobile. Hyaluronic acid can help reduce friction in joint cartilage, and glucosamine and MSM have been shown in studies to work together to help reduce joint problems.

There are many golfers, tennis players, runners, and average people using Optima Flex™ on a daily basis. If you feel you’re losing movement or are not as flexible as you once were, give TriVita’s Optima Flex™ a try.

Jeffrey Sloe
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

A new American Heart Association scientific statement which provides specific guidance on limiting the consumption of added sugars and provides information about the relationship between excess sugar intake and metabolic abnormalities, adverse health conditions and shortfalls in essential nutrients, says that "most women should consume no more than 100 calories (about 25 grams) of added sugars per day." [1]

High intake of added sugars, as opposed to naturally occurring sugars, is implicated in the rise in obesity. It’s also associated with increased risks for high blood pressure, high triglyceride levels, other risk factors for heart disease and stroke, and inflammation (a marker for heart disease), according to the statement’s lead author Rachel K. Johnson, Ph.D., M.P.H., R.D., associate provost and professor of nutrition at the University of Vermont in Burlington.

Added sugars are sugars and syrups added to foods during processing or preparation and sugars and syrups added at the table. "Sugar has no nutritional value other than to provide calories," Johnson said. "Consuming foods and beverages with excessive amounts of added sugars displaces more nutritious foods and beverages for many people." [1]

I understand the importance of watching your sugar intake; however, it’s the association of high sugar intake to inflammation that caught my attention. It’s common knowledge, and something that every human being should be aware of, that inflammation is "a marker for heart disease."

Inflammation is defined as a localized reaction of tissue to irritation, injury, or infection. Symptoms of inflammation include pain, swelling, red coloration to the area, and sometimes loss of movement or function. Although we commonly think of inflammation as the painful component of arthritis, inflammation is also a component of chronic diseases such as heart disease and strokes.

One of the best ways to fight inflammation is to prevent it. I know that may not always be easy to do; however, there is a product on the market that specifically "targets signs of inflammation in your body and reduces them quickly." [2] And that product is TriVita’s Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™

Nopalea’s betalains and other anti-inflammatory ingredients work directly on the fluid surrounding your cells. There, they draw off the toxins and excess water to reduce inflammation and rebalance the cellular environment. Yes folks, this is what I consider preventative medicine at the cellular level.

Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™ is not made from Mangosteen or Acai. And from the research I’ve done, Nopalea™ is a much more effective fruit than the aforementioned fruits. To learn more or to try Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™ click on the following link, Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™.

Yes, we have to watch our sugar intake, but remember, "If inflammation is the problem, Nopalea™ is the solution!"

Jeffrey Sloe
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
TriVita Products
Nopalea – A Fruit From Heaven

Sources:
[1] http://americanheart.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=43&item=800
[2] Wiese J, McPherson S, Odden MC, Shlipak MG. Arch Intern Med. 2004 Jun 28;164(12):1334-40.

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

There are many drugs prescribed by doctors to help fight inflammation. These anti-inflammatory drugs have side effects for many users. Celebrex is one of the most popular anti-inflammatory drugs. However, there have been may side effects related to this drug. Some of those side effects reported by the drug companies include diarrhea, dizziness, indigestion, stomach pain, gas, nausea, or headache.

Celebrex is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known as a COX-2 inhibitor used to reduce the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in adults. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

There are two enzymes in the body called COX-1 and COX-2. COX-1 helps regulate the normal cell function in the stomach and blood. COX-2 plays some role in causing arthritis pain and inflammation. Celebrex is the first product to target the COX-2 enzyme, inhibiting only that enzyme.

Although Celebrex may be prescribed by your doctor to help fight inflammation, I believe the side effects this medication causes may be more harmful than the actual benefits it can provide. Fighting inflammation, in my opinion, should not have to come with the risk of damaging other parts of your body. Fighting the pain caused by inflammation should be a natural process. After all, didn’t God create a body that is capable to heal itself naturally?

Natural pain relief, from inflammation and other sources, comes from inside your body, from all the cells that make up this complex system. However, you cells have to be fed the right type of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to keep it functioning at a high level. Eating healthy meals comprised of fruits and vegetables will help the cells within your body flourish. I believe it’s the unhealthy, junk food, we eat that destroys our healthy cells.

Taking daily supplements and/or drinking vitamin and mineral rich wellness drinks is another way to get the nutrients your body needs. One wellness drink that comes to mind is TriVita’s Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™.

Nopalea™ (No–pah lay’ uh) blends antioxidant-rich Nopal cactus super fruit with naturally sweet Agave nectar to bring you a deliciously unique concentrated wellness drink. Harnessing the power of betalains, a rare and powerful class of antioxidants that flourishes in the Nopal fruit, Nopalea delivers scientifically proven health benefits.

Betalains are the pigments that give the Nopal cactus fruit its vibrant pink color. But that’s just the beginning. They’re also natural antioxidants—and they’re only found in a few of the world’s plants.

The Nopal fruit isn’t just included in this small group of special plants, it actually leads the group by containing one of the highest amounts of betalains in all of nature.

When these betalains enter into your system, by drinking Nopalea™, they begin to restore your vitality on a cellular level. By helping the body reduce the toxins surrounding your cells and enabling essential nutrients to reach each cell, the betalains in Nopalea™ can reduce the inflammation in your body that leads to disease.

As mentioned earlier, natural pain relief, from inflammation and other sources, comes from inside your body, from all the cells that make up this complex system. I believe its the natural healing of your cells, through an all natural product that God has put at our disposal, that relieves pain and fights inflammation.

There is NO reason any one should have to walk around in pain that’s caused by inflammation. There are natural products that can help your fight inflammation and give you the pain relief you need; Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™ is one such product.

Drink Nopalea™ daily to help:

• Protect against premature aging
• Reduce inflammation
• Promote optimal cellular health
• Detoxify the body

For thousands of years, the people of the Sonoran Desert have tapped into the power of its native healing plants. Now with Nopalea™, you can too.

Stop the pain and help fight inflammation with Nopalea™. Don’t take a man-made drug, like Celebrex, to fight something that is not man-made, but rather caused naturally within your body. Don’t risk damaging other parts of your body, but rather protect the most complex design at a cellular level.

To learn more about TriVita and Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™, click on the previous links.

Jeffrey Sloe
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028
Nopalea – A Fruit From Heaven

As I was reading the article that I’ve posted below, I was just wondering if the users of food stamps to buy TriVita’s Leanology weight loss system could get an extra tax credit. Since obesity is running rampant in our society, it only makes sense the the government would consider doing something like that.

Here’s the article I was talking about.

Food stamp users risk weight gain:
study

"NEW YORK (Aug 18, 2009) – Packing on the pounds may be an unintended consequence of the U.S. Food Stamp Program, according to research that shows that getting food stamps may help contribute to obesity, at least among women.

‘We can’t prove that the Food Stamp Program causes weight gain, but this study suggests a strong linkage,’ Jay Zagorsky, a research scientist at Ohio State University’s Center for Human Resource Research, Columbus, noted in a university-issued statement. Food stamps, the major U.S. anti-hunger program, help poor people buy groceries.

Zagorsky, along with Patricia Smith of the University of Michigan in Dearborn, studied weight changes over 14 years in nearly 4,000 people in the food stamp program and almost 6,000 not in the program.

They found that the typical female user of food stamps was heavier than the non-user, after taking into account a variety of factors that might influence body weight.

Specifically, the researchers calculated body mass index, or BMI, a measure of weight in relation to height used to gauge how fat or thin a person is. Female food stamp users, they found, had a BMI 1.15 points higher than a similar woman who did not participate in the food stamp program.

For the average American woman standing 5 feet 4 inches tall this means an increase in 5.8 pounds of body weight.

Zagorsky and Smith also found that BMI increased faster when participants were getting food stamps than when they were not, and increased more the longer they were in the food stamp program.

The average food stamp users saw their BMI go up 0.4 points per year when they were receiving food stamps, compared to 0.07 points per year before and 0.2 points per year after they no longer received food stamps.

‘While food stamps may help fight hunger, they may have the unintended consequence of encouraging weight gain among women,’ Zagorsky said in the statement. ‘Every way we looked at the data, it was clear that the use of food stamps was associated with weight gain,’ he added.

‘While this association does not prove that the Food Stamp Program causes weight gain, it does suggest that program changes to encourage the consumption of high-nutrient, low-calorie foods should be considered,’ Zagorsky and Smith note in the latest issue of Economics and Human Biology.

In 2008, roughly 28 million people — or almost 1 in 11 Americans — received benefits from the food stamp program in a given month.

Food stamp participants, the researchers say, may choose cheap, calorie-dense, high-fat, processed foods over healthier, more expensive food, maybe because food stamps don’t provide enough money to buy healthy foods, Zagorsky contends.

In 2002, the average recipient received $81 in food stamps per month. ‘That figure was shocking to me,’ Zagorsky said. ‘I think it would be very difficult for a shopper to regularly buy healthy, nutritious food on that budget.’

Modifying the food stamp program to include economic incentives to buy and eat healthier foods ‘might be an important tool for fighting obesity,’ Zagorsky offers.

People on food stamps, for example, could be required to take a course on nutrition and food stamp users who purchase fresh fruit and vegetables and other low-fat products could be given more benefits or receive discounts on these products, he said.

SOURCE: Economics and Human Biology, 2009.

I would have to agree with Zagorsky that "modifying the food stamp program to include economic incentives to buy and eat healthier foods might be an important tool for fighting obesity." I also maintain that buying nutritious weight loss products like what Leanology has to offer should be included within the scope of this incentive program.

If you haven’t heard of Leanology’s three step weight loss system, or TriVita, it’s probably because you haven’t done any "weight loss" searches on Google. Leanology is becoming a very popular weight loss system, as more and more people try this product and then share the results with the rest of the world.

Leanology Weight Loss Capsules are no ordinary "diet pills." They are clinically proven to help reduce body weight and fat and are made with natural, stimulant-free ingredients including Converta™, The Fat Burning Accelerator. Leanology Weight Loss Capsules help:

• Convert stored fat into energy
• Reduce food cravings
• Promote lean body mass
• Increase energy

In a clinical study of Leanology Capsules – administered by Arizona State University – adults who used Leanology Weight Loss Capsules lost 76% more body weight and 132% more body fat than their counterparts who didn’t take the capsules.

If you’re looking to lose weight but constantly struggle through diet and regular exercise, it’s time to use a natural weight loss supplement. And what can be better than Leanology’s weight loss capsules. To learn more about Leanology and weight loss, go to http://weightloss.healthfulchoice.com.

Jeffrey Sloe
TriVita Business Affiliate – 12871028
440-725-3729

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

"The average person in North America is on about six different prescription medications by age 65. Each of these medications is designed to complete a specific body function that does not work or that no longer works as well as it needs to for health. These body functions require specific nutrients as fuel." – Brazos Minshew, TriVita’s Chief Science Officer

Being an advocate of natural nutritional vitamin supplements, I’ve heard many nutrition experts speak on this same subject. However, I’ve never really done comprehensive research on my own. So in an effort to decipher some of the rhetoric we hear about drugs and their adverse effects on the human body, here is some of the information I’ve found.

Cholesterol is one of the most highly publicized subjects when it comes to human health. With that in mind, we will focus on cholesterol and the drugs used to control it.

High cholesterol cause a plethora of physical ailments, especially heart attacks or strokes. When trying to control high cholesterol levels, or when trying to maintain healthy levels of cholesterol, doctors may prescribe a statin drug. Most people who are prescribed statins will take them for the rest of their lives.

According to the Mayo Clinic web site, "statins work by slowing your body’s production of cholesterol. Your body produces all the cholesterol it needs for digesting food and producing new cells on its own. When this natural production is slowed, your body begins to draw the cholesterol it needs from the food you eat, lowering your total cholesterol." [1]

"Researchers think statins may affect not only your liver’s production of cholesterol, but also several enzymes in muscle cells that are responsible for muscle growth. The effects of statins on these cells may be the cause of muscle aches." [1]

Interfering with normal body functions, by introducing a man-made drug, has more, in my opinion, negative affects than positive affects. I believe it’s the drug that limits the body’s natural ability to use the nutrients it receives from the food we eat, to keep the body functioning at a high rate. This leads us to another side effect of taking statins, neuropathy.

"A famous Danish study of neuropathy as a side effect to statin use concluded that an individual who is a long-term user of statin drugs has anywhere from 4 to 14 times greater risk of developing peripheral neuropathy than a person who does not take statin drugs. Typically, long-term use of statins is defined as 2 years or more but neuropathy can occur even after just a few days of use in a susceptible individual." [2]

One of the reasons for neuropathy side effects may be because statins deplete Coenzyme Q-10 and accessory nutrients. Nutrients, as we may have learned in our health classes, are important to build healthy cells, muscles, and bones. "Studies supporting the efficacy of coenzyme Q10 appear most promising for neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and certain encephalomyopathies for which coenzyme Q10 has gained orphan drug status." [3]

"If you take statins, you definitely need to take CoQ-10 to balance CoQ-10 levels. People taking statins also benefit from heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids and the B vitamin niacin. Take pure niacin in low doses and always consult a health care provider when combining niacin with statins." [4]

Not all studies are conclusive in their findings, regarding the statins and CoQ10. However, "some research suggests that statin drugs, or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, a class of drugs used to lower cholesterol, may interfere with the body’s production of CoQ10." [5]

There is plenty of information available on the side effects of statins, and other man-made drugs. All you have to due is search Google. In so doing, always consider the source from where your information is found. There are many so-called experts on the Internet, and many of them may be providing incorrect or inconclusive information.

Nutritional vitamin supplements, in my opinion, are the best way to keep your body functioning at a high level. If you’re on doctor prescribed medication make sure you check with your doctor before taking any vitamin supplements. I’m not a doctor, nor have I ever professed to acknowledge that fact, but I do understand a few things about nutrition, and living a healthy lifestyle.

TriVita has plenty of high-quality nutritional supplements that can help you enjoy the lifestyle you’d like to live. To learn more about TriVita and/or their nutritional vitamin supplement, click on the previous links. Remember, each body function requires a specific nutrient as fuel.

Jeffrey Sloe
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028
Internet Marketing Advisors

Sources:
[1] www.mayoclinic.com/health/statin-side-effects/MY00205
[2] www.statinanswers.com/effects.htm
[3] www.aafp.org/afp/20050915/1065.html
[4] www.trivita.com/trivita-mailings/wwr/2009/August/20090822/0136-meds-pf.html?tref=12871028&sid=4196
[5] http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/supplements/a/CoenzymeQ10.htm

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

What does healthy living mean to you? Does it mean giving up your favorite foods? Does it mean eating vegetables for breakfast and fruits for lunch? Does it mean exercising three times a day? Healthy living isn’t about starving yourself or testing your limits. It’s all about achieving balance between the physical, emotional, nutritional, and spiritual elements in your life.

TriVita’s Leanology™ weight loss system helps to do just that, live a healthier lifestyle. Weight loss may be the first step to living a healthier lifestyle. If that’s the case, Leanology™ may be right for you. If maintaining a healthy weight is more fitting for you, Leanology™ may be right for you. Before I get into the benefits of Leanology, let’s first take a look at weight loss and what it means.

No matter what side of the fence you’re on, weight loss or weight management are the two biggest issues facing most people when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. Getting to a healthy weight and/or maintaining your current weight does not have to be difficult. It does, however, include change, change in your eating habits, exercise routine, emotional outlook, and your spiritual mind set.

A Lifestyle of Change

I’ve read somewhere that if you’re going to call this a "diet," then you’re going to gain all the weight back in a very short period of time. It’s also been said, and I believe it, "diets do not work." Diets are only a temporary fix, short term weight loss. However, when you change your dietary lifestyle, you change your habits. This lifestyle change will put you on the right track for long-term continued success and weight maintenance.

If you want to fail, tell someone that you’re on a diet. Most of your family and friends will tell you that diets do not work, and they are correct (just see the preceding paragraph). I know a lot of people that loose a lot of weight in the short term just to return to an even higher weight once the diet is over. It may work out well for a while, but will ultimately fail because their lifestyle didn’t change. And this change, if it’s going to work, has to be permanent.

Weight Loss is a Mind Game

Having the right frame of mind will help you stick to and achieve your goals. You have to have a positive mind set. You have to believe that this is what you want, to live a healthier lifestyle. Nobody can help you with this; it’s an inside game. And that’s where being connected to a source greater than self will drive you through the tough times.

God is the only living being that can help you through the tough times. He is the one that created you and he knows what’s best for you. Give your undivided attention to Him, and He will give you direction, strength, and will power. Everything we have comes from God. So start today and build a relationship with your creator.

Building a relationship with God is no different than building a relationship with those around you. You do it through sharing and listening, and you can do it by offering a daily simple prayer. By doing so, you will enjoy a sense of well-being you will not experience in any other way.

Take at least 15 minutes each day to spend in prayer, meditation, and inspirational reading. Make this a time to concentrate on the areas in your life where you most need Divine help. Seek out Divine comfort and direction every day. Once this is done, you can be assured that you’re on the right path to a healthier lifestyle.

The Leanology™ Weight Loss System

The Leanology™ shake provides a healthier alternative for a quick and convenient meal. Its well-balanced nutritional profile contains elements that are essential to a healthy meal: protein, healthy carbs, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Besides helping to satisfy your hunger, the Leanology shake provides the added health benefits of soy, omega fatty acids, and whole food concentrates.

Leanology contains healthy fats and carbohydrates. A well-balanced nutritious meal consists of appropriate fats, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, water, enzymes, phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals, and many other ingredients that nourish your body. Leanology shakes are designed as balanced nutrition.

Unlike your typical diet drink powdered formulas, Leanology™ shakes contain the Omega-3 fats, soluble fiber, and volume of nutrients necessary to satisfy hunger for hours. Leanology™ Nutritional Shakes are available in three delicious flavors: Dutch Chocolate, Creamy Vanilla, and Mixed Berry.

Leanology is not a replacement for eating more nutritiously and’or physical activity. It is, however, a great way to supplement your new healthy way of life.

To learn more about Leanology’s weight loss system, click on the previous link.

Jeffrey Sloe
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate – 12871028
440-725-3729
Additional Weight Loss Information

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Do you suffer from pain on a daily basis? If so, you may be happy to know that there are several natural ways to cure that nagging pain. However, before we get into the natural cures, we first must understand what pain is, and what are the causes of this pain.

Most people are familiar with 2 types of pain: acute and chronic. According to the family doctor web site (familydoctor.org) "Acute pain doesn’t last long and usually goes away as your body heals. Chronic pain lasts at least 6 months after your body has healed. Sometimes, people who have chronic pain don’t know what is causing it. Along with discomfort, chronic pain can cause low self-esteem, depression and anger. It can also interfere with your daily activities." [1]

"Treatment of chronic pain usually involves medicines and therapy. Medicines used for chronic pain include pain relievers, antidepressants and anticonvulsants. Different types of medicines help people who have different types of pain. You usually use long-acting medicines for constant pain. Short-acting medicines treat pain that comes and goes." [1]

There may hundreds or maybe even thousands of pain relief remedies out there, but before you try any pain relief remedies it’s always best to consult with your health care practitioner and/or doctor. Even though some remedies may seem harmless to the average person, it may cause additional pain rather than provide you with pain relief.

If you’re a pain sufferer, whether with acute or chronic pain, continue to do your research on alternatives to pain medication. Most doctors or health practitioners will not offer alternatives to you unless you ask them if it’s right for you. Do the research and ask the questions! You may be surprised with the answer.

Penney Cowan, executive director and founder of the American Chronic Pain Association, says people need to ask themselves, "What’s my role in regaining control of my life and actually living with this pain?" She also says that people "should take an active part" in their rehabilitation process. After all, aren’t you the one suffering with the pain?

"A big part of pain management is feeling like you have to regain control of your life, because the pain has taken over," says Cowan. [2]

It has been suggested that many forms of pain are caused by inflammation. And many forms of inflammation are caused by toxins. We are faced with toxins every day of our lives. They in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Our bodies are constantly at battle trying to fight off these toxins that are attacking it daily.

TriVita’s Sonroan Bloom Nopalea™ is recognized as one of the best inflammation fighters on the market. Nopalea™ specifically targets signs of inflammation in your body and reduces them quickly. [3] Its betalains and other anti-inflammatory ingredients work directly on the fluid surrounding your cells. There, they draw off the toxins and excess water to reduce inflammation and rebalance the cellular environment.

Nopalea is an all natural product, which harnesses the power of the betalains, a rare and potent class of antioxidants that flourish in the Nopal cactus. The nopal cactus flourishes in the Sonoran Desert, in northern Mexico, and the southwestern United States.

To learn more about TriVita and/or Sonoran Bloom, click on this Sonoran Bloom link.

Jeffrey Sloe
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
Sonoran Bloom

Sources:
[1] http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/common/pain/disorders/551.htm
[2] http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/pain-relief-without-pills
[3] Wiese J, McPherson S, Odden MC, Shlipak MG. Arch Intern Med. 2004 Jun 28;164(12):1334-40