Sunday, April 13, 2008

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Agnus CastusAnti-aging vitamins and tricks. Staying healthy in your later years

There are certain benefits to old age: wisdom, a relaxed style of life, a lifetime of memories and in some states, free bus passes. These pleasures are balanced on the negative side by the fact that as you grow older, things stop working as they once used to. This is a sobering thought, but you may take solace in the fact that older people are leading better lives than they ever have done before. In part, this has been achieved through huge advances in our knowledge of human nutrition and longevity and this well researched information is freely available.

We all know what is good for us in terms of nutrition but unfortunately for the aged, statistically, older people get fewer nutrients and certain vitamins are a necessity. A gradual loss of appetite caused in part by lowered physical activity and in part by the side effects of drugs. It is a grim reality that nearly 50% of Americans aged 65 and over are on 3 or more prescription drugs. Additionally, as time goes by, the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys and liver are less able to process and replete the nutrients that the body receives through food.

Most of the diseases that we associate with aging such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, digestion problems, depression, sexual dysfunction and fatigue; are all preventable to some degree or other without recourse to science fiction. Simple nutritional supplementation can help people live longer and more importantly, better.

Researched Components to Help You Stay Healthy Longer

The formula outlined below is focused on controlling cellular oxidative damage with antioxidants as well as addressing total nutritional health. A variety of commonly used traditional and modern constituents have been included for their protective and health enhancing properties.

* Vitamin B Complex 50 is a group of B vitamins that are important for brain function and can help against Alzheimer's disease.

* Spirulina is a natural source for vital nutrients, also good for progressive mental diseases.

* Green Tea is a potent antioxidant and a detoxifier, and research is ongoing into its benefits against a variety of cancers.

* Flaxseed is needed for healthy cell function and replication as it contains vital acids.

* Garlic has been shown to benefit the immune and cardiovascular systems and is now a regular prescription against arteriolosclerosis.

* Siberian Ginseng can help the body adapt to mental and physical stress and supports the immune functions.

* Ginkgo Biloba has antioxidant properties and is used for circulation and memory problems.

* Cordyceps has been shown to be effective against fatigue and premature aging. Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Ester C, and Vitamin E are powerful antioxidants and they work synergistically to protect cell membrane from free radical damage.

* CoQ10 is a strong antioxidant and can also aid cardiovascular function, protecting against heart disease and heart attacks.

* Reishi Mushroom Extract may boost the immune function and can help the body absorb other nutrients.

* Ashwagandha the "Indian ginseng" is a potent tonic for the body.

* Asian Ginseng has historically been used for anti-aging and is considered to have anti-cancer effects.

* Ginger is an excellent digestive aid and it is also beneficial for blood clots and anti-inflammation such as in arthritis.

* Milk Thistle Extract promotes liver health.

All the ingredients, as well as the vitamins as complexes, are available separately at your local health store, vitamins shop or online resource.

However, it is worth noting that you should check to find out if any of the ingredients interact with your prescription drugs and you should first and foremost tell your doctor and pharmacist what you are taking. Unfortunately, there is not a high level of understanding in the medical or pharmaceutical world into herbs and nutraceuticals although some research has been conducted into vitamins and the popular herbs such as St. John's Wort, Ginseng, Gingko, Cayenne, Saw Palmetto and Valerian.

A dietician may have better knowledge than your doctor but there are also a number of sources of information concerning prescription drug-dietary supplement interactions on the internet. A free drugs/vitamins interaction checker is available at mitamins.com, a company that sells custom vitamins.

The Merck Manual is a comprehensive resource of up to date medical information and has some good primers on interactions as well as in depth analysis.

The National Institute of Health's Office of Dietary Supplements has a number of good fact sheets on different supplements

About the Author

Mark is a nutritionist and qualified chemist and currently works as a consultant for a Californian nutraceutical laboratory - Mitamins. Mitamins have developed formulas for hundreds of complaints and diseases and provide custom multivitamins with your choice of vitamins, minerals or herbs in one bottle.

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The latest Informaiton on Health and Wellbeing

Health and WellbeingTips on Health

What if I told you that our health is the most important asset
we have. Would you believe me? Why is it today that
everybody seems to be plagued with bad health.

You can make a stand and try incorporating these health tips
into your everyday life and see if they make a difference to
your total health.

Lets have a look:

Don't Smoke - One of the main reasons why people decide
not to give up smoking, and sadly, the reason why some
people take it up is the effect smoking supposedly has on you
weigh gain or loss. It is true that smoking has been
associated with an increase in metabolism it is a drug!!

However it is a dangerous, addictive drug and surely the tiny
effect it has on your metabolism is outweighed by the huge
risk of dying from lung cancer.

Interestingly in regards to weight gain and loss, although
smoking over 25 cigarettes a day can increase your
metabolism by up to 10% overall, smokers have been found
to be fatter than non - smokers!!

Take In More Water - You can live three weeks without food,
However you can only live for three days without fluid, just
think 3 days and its all over, one could suggest that fluid is
fairly important!

Your body is anywhere between 60 and 70 percent fluid. The
fluid in your body is responsible for helping to keep every
system of your body in good working order, including all of
your metabolic processes.

De-hydrate and everything slows down. The fluid in your body
will also ensure that you can move well and be active.

If you start to dehydrate, your body's ability to do basic
activities will slow down and your ability to exercise effectively
or even enjoy exercise will be reduced. You will feel tired,
lethargic and will probably get a headache.

Eat A Variety Of Foods - For protection from the majority of
illnesses such as heart disease and cancer you need a
variety of foods that deliver that mix of nutrients and minerals.

Aim to eat different coloured fruits and vegetables. Try to eat a
different food each month. Eat an apple a day as the apple
pectin cleanses the body's digestive system by removing
toxins and therefore preventing degenerative health
problems such as cancer.

Relax For 20 Minutes a Day - Relaxing for at least 20 minutes
a day will go a long way to reduce blood pressure and your
reactions to stress. Sit or lie somewhere comfortable, Breathe
slowly in and out of the nostrils breathing deeply into your
abdomen. Say HAM as you inhale and SA as you exhale.

These suggestions are charged with positive energy and will
help you control your emotions. Try once a day for fantastic
results.

Floss Every Day - Flossing your teeth every day is the best
way to prevent gum disease and protect your heart. Gum
disease, which is left untreated, can lead to inflammatory
reactions in the body that can trigger heart disease and
stroke.

Drink More Tea - Try drinking more tea instead of coffee to
help protect your body from damaging effects of free radicals.
Tea is a rich source of antioxidants that play a big role in
protecting against some cancers and cardiovascular disease.

Get Active - Aerobic activity not only burns calories but also
increases your metabolism and can keep it elevated for
several hours after a workout. You don't need to spend hours
each day on the treadmill or bike to reap the benefits.

Exercising aerobically for as little as 20 minutes, three to five
days a week will make a big difference. Extra movement
throughout the day is also essential, take the stairs instead of
the lift, lose the remote and move at every opportunity you
can.

Get More Sleep - Lack of sleep changes your hormone levels
and capacity to metabolise carbohydrates so less sleep =
slower metabolism.

Studies have revealed that deep sleep causes cell repair and
cell growth, which will speed up the metabolism and burn
calories. So aim to get at least eight hours sleep a night.

Eat More Protein And Boost Your Energy Levels - Protein
stimulates the major brain chemical dopamine which keeps
us alert, try chicken or tuna salads for lunch. Go for complex
carbohydrates rather than white flour and sugar, as they will
provide a sustained energy source as opposed to a quick hit.

Another reason to leave simple carbohydrates out of the diet
is that they have a negative effect on your skin and how it
ages. The more sugar that is in the body the more you force
a chemical reaction causing sugars to attach to proteins and
this is very detrimental to your skin.

So go ahead and introduce these tips into your everyday life, I
am sure you will reap the benefits as you go forward.

About the Author

Gary Matthews is the author of the popular fitness eBooks Maximum Weight Loss and Maximum Weight Gain. Please visit http://www.maximumfitness.com right now for your 'free' weight loss or muscle building e-courses.

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