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Thursday, May 9, 2013

Silver Sol Technology - High Ho Silver! It's Not Your Ordinary Colloidal Silver...

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What Is Silver Sol Technology?

According to Dr. Gordon Pedersen, Silver Sol is simply superfine silver particles dispersed in deionized water. The term “Sol” is a chemical designation of a pure mineral, such as metallic silver, permanently suspended in water where the mineral’s charge is transferred to the entire body of water. Silver Sol technology includes advanced scientific research and new product development utilizing its anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal properties.

What Does Silver Sol Do?

Silver Sol has the ability to destroy 143 types of bacteria, both forms of viruses, mold, yeast, and a limited number of parasites. It can also purify water (US Patent Office, Nov. 2006). Silver Sol can be used to treat over three hundred conditions; these are listed in the book A Fighting Chance by Dr. Gordon Pedersen.

Dr. Pedersen notes that Silver Sol functions as a non-toxic disinfectant for internal or external use as it comes in three forms: liquid, topical gel, and aerosolized. From toenail fungus to rashes, Silver Sol aids the immune system in reducing the bacteria, viruses, and mold it encounters.

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Friday, April 5, 2013

We Cleanse the Outside of Our Bodies, What About the Inside?

Most people wouldn't even think of going out in public before they took their daily shower. Besides, it just feels good when our skin and hair is clean. The question is, if it feels so good when we are clean on the outside, how much better does it feel when we are clean on the inside? Does it make a difference?

When you cleanse you body, you can help undo years of damage due to toxic build up. Let's face it, we put lots of toxic food in our bodies, we breathe toxic air, we drink toxic water laced with chlorine and fluoride, and we wonder why we have low energy, allergies, and lots of other health problems. Toxicity is really a problem in todays world.

In the U.S., cleansing became a popular practice during the 1920s and 1930s, but it actually dates back to ancient Greece. Today, it is a practice done by a large number of people who accept that proper digestion is crucial for maintaining overall health and wellness.

When our digestion is working properly, all of the food we eat is broken down and used by our bodies, or flushed out as a waste product. On the flip side, when our digestive systems are sluggish and aren't working properly, food particles often get left behind. It is believed that this food that gets left in the digestive system eventually creates a buildup that can produce toxins, which can then contribute to symptoms of fatigue and eventually be linked to many other illnesses. Sluggish digestion and sludge in the bowels may also reduce our bodies efficiency in eliminating toxins and waste.

CleanStart is a comprehensive approach to cleansing the whole body. It contains laxative herbs to facilitate the cleansing of the intestinal tract. Soothing herbs blended into the formula help support gentle cleansing. Herbs that help rekindle the ability of the digestive system to properly handle digestion, absorption and waste elimination are also part of this product. Because the digestive system is not alone in the waste-elimination process, herbs for detoxifying the accessory organs (liver, gallbladder, pancreas) and the urinary system are incorporated into this formula. Blood purification is also an important aspect of body cleansing; hence, reputable blood-purifying herbs are also components of the CleanStart program.

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Laxative Herbs

The laxative herbs in this formula help remove toxic debris that build up in the colon. Psyllium and fenugreek seeds are high in fiber and have a bulk laxative action, which helps support optimal gastrointestinal transit. Cascara sagrada, yellow dock, buckthorn and Turkey rhubarb are high in anthraquinones. These substances act on the large intestines, stimulating colon peristalsis to promote elimination.

Marshmallow, licorice, aloe and ginger soothe the digestive system while cleansing. Marshmallow root contains mucilaginous polysaccharides that help protect and soothe tissues. Licorice and ginger are reported to have antispasmodic and gastroprotective effects.

Sarsaparilla, red clover, echinacea, burdock, Oregon grape, couch grass, milk thistle and dandelion are purifying herbs in this pack. They are recommended for periodic “spring cleaning” of the body. Their mild diuretic effects are beneficial in promoting the elimination of toxins via the urinary system. In addition, sarsaparilla, through its sweat-promoting properties, enhances toxin elimination from the lymph and circulatory systems.

Bentonite and sodium copper chlorophyllin are detoxifying ingredients. Bentonite adsorbs toxins, facilitating their removal from the bowel. Sodium copper chlorophyllin is a green pigment found in almost all plants. It has been used to aid in the removal of various toxins via the liver and remains a key compound for improving the function of essential detoxification pathways.

Pepsin, capsicum, potassium citrate and lactobacillus help restore improved function of the digestive system. Anytime a deficiency of proteolytic enzymes exists, bits of undigested protein may remain in the body, causing difficulties. Pepsin supports efficient protein digestion and protects the intestines from foreign invaders. Capsicum is used to improve digestion and relieve occasional gastrointestinal problems. Potassium citrate plays a role in gastric secretion and enzyme reactions, helping to support digestion. Lactobacillus spores were thoughtfully blended into this cleanse to help re-establish the balance of these beneficial organisms. CleanStart is a thorough, yet gentle cleanse that is perfect for just about anyone. The ingredients in CleanStart are incorporated into a capsule packet and a powder drink mix packet (available in Apple-Cinnamon and Wild Berry flavors) that make cleansing easy and convenient.

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4. Pharmacist’s Letter/Prescriber’s Letter Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. 8th ed. Stockton, CA: Therapeutic Research Faculty; 2007.
5. Wu H; Ye D; Bai Y; Zhao Y. Effect of dry ginger and roasted ginger on experimental gastric ulcers in rats. Chung Kuo Chung Yao Tsa Chih, 15(5):278- 80, 317-8 1990 May
6. al-Yahya MA; Rafatullah S; Mossa JS; Ageel AM; Parmar NS; Tariq M. Gastroprotective activity of ginger zingiber officinale rosc., in albino rats. Am J Chin Med, 17(1-2):51-6 1989
7. Mowrey, D.B. The Scientific Validation of Herbal Medicine. New Canaan, Connecticut: Keats Publishing, Inc. 198
8. Fahey, J. W., Stephenson, K. K., DinkovaKostova, A. T., Egner, P. A., Kensler, T. W., and Talalay, P. Chlorophyll, chlorophyllin and related tetrapyrroles are significant inducers of mammalian phase 2 cytoprotective genes. Carcinogenesis 2005;26(7):1247-1255.
9. Information from Nature's Sunshine Blog at http://naturessunshine.com/blog/post/cleanstart-cleanse-detox.aspx

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Saturday, March 9, 2013

Mushrooms - The Ultimate Superfood?

People have been using mushrooms of various types for health benefits for thousands of years. It is interesting to note that mushrooms are able to absorb the nutrients from whatever environment they grow in. Science has now found that mushrooms are true superfoods. Check out this graphic that shows some of their benefits.

Some Nature's Sunshine Supplements that contain these superfoods are (be sure to scroll down the page on the following links for in depth information on these formulas): Immune Stimulator, Collustrum with Immune Factors, Cordyceps and Immune System Pack.

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Making a Healthy Body

There are many dietary and nutritional supplements out there in the marketplace. It's hard sometimes to know what to take, or even where to begin. What helps which part of the body?

This infographic shows some of the basics that can help support various body systems. If you want to find out more specifics about what may be of benefit to you, try out our Health Assesment quiz (click on the yellow "Health Assessment" tab).

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Supplements for the Heart:

Omega 3 EFAs
Soluble Fiber
B-Complex Vitamins
Reservatrol
Calcium and Magnesium
Vitamins A, C, and E

Supplements for Muscles:

Protein
Carbohydrates
B Vitamins
Antioxidants (Thai-go is my personal favorite)

Supplements for Joints:

Glucosamine
Chondroitin
Calcium and Vitamin D
Antioxidants (Thai-go is my personal favorite)

Supplements for the Colon:

Fiber

Supplements for Bones:

Calcium and Magnesium
Vitamin D
Potassium
Vitamin K
Vitamin B12

Supplements for Digestion

Fiber
Probiotics

Supplements for the Lungs

Lycopene
Beta-carotene
Lutein
Resveratrol

Supplements for Eyes

Vitamins A, C, and E
Lutein
Zeaxanthin
Beta-carotene
Selenium

Supplements for the Brain

Omega 3 EFAs
Antioxidants
Vitamin E

Supplements for the Skin

Silica
Zinc
Selenium
Vitamins A, C, and E
Omega 3 EFAs

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Friday, March 8, 2013

Toxins: Is Time Running Out?

Is Time Running Out to Protect Ourselves? - An infographic by the team at HippieHerbalist.com

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Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Help, My Liver Is Making Me Depressed and Angry!

Anatomy of the biliary tree, liver and gall bladder, Jiju Kurian Punnoose

Are you depressed, irritable or angry, low on energy, having difficulty sleeping, having eye problems, or feeling bloated? It could be an imbalance in your liver. Your liver plays a very important role in your overall health. Many problems can occur with your health if your liver is functioning improperly. In fact, the causes of the majority of health problems is linked to issues with the liver, digestive system and glands.

I actually worked at an EPA clean up site (old military weapons plant full of uranium and other toxins) for several years, and then developed liver and gallbladder problems, depression, lack of energy, and the list goes on. Could there be a link to these issues and the toxins? You can decide after reading this post. The answers to the health problems I was experiencing ranged from antidepressants to gallbladder operation. No one could tell me how to get rid of these toxins that I had been unknowingly exposed to. I took matters into my own hands and began doing research on what I could do to help myself. I personally would recommend that everyone be their own "toxin detective" to see what toxins they may be getting exposed to that are harming their health. You take out the garbage in your home, what about your body?

Okay, so let’s take a look at what your liver actually does. Your liver is the largest and most metabolically complex organ in your whole body. Think of it as a storehouse for all of your nutrients. What do you have stored in yours?

Your liver also helps you to digest your food and nutrients, and helps your body to detoxify from chemicals. It also is a major player in the functioning of your immune system. In essence, you liver is where bile is produced to emulsify and help with digestion of fats. It is also a storage unit for your blood, and nutrients, which it releases as needed; and it filters out toxins from the blood in your body. Your liver also is responsible for making lipoproteins (cholesterol – LDL takes the fats to the tissues in the body, HDL brings them back to the liver) to transport fats throughout your body. (In spite of what you may have heard, our bodies absolutely require good fats to function properly.) It also helps your body maintain the proper blood sugar levels, and is a defensive line back to your immune system to help prevent infections.

Your Bodies 3 Main Defense Systems:

1. The first line of your body’s defense are the mucous membranes of your digestive and respiratory system.

2. The second line of defense is your digestive system. All blood from the digestive system is sent to the liver to process nutrients and send them where your body needs them, and to filter toxins.

3. Toxins in the blood that get past the liver cause the glandular system to activate and push the toxins out, which makes the glandular system your third line of defense.

To find out if your body may be struggling with imbalances in your liver, you can download and take our Brilliant Body Assessment at:

· Brilliant Body Handout Assessment

· Or take it online at www.mynsp.com/herbbarn (click on the yellow “Health Analyzer” Button”)

Some things that have been linked to liver imbalances are:

· Difficulty digesting certain foods

· Monthly female concerns (PMS, menstrual problems)

· Regular consumption of alcohol

· Food allergies

· Smoking

· Skin/complexion problems

· Feeling down, uninterested or moody

· Difficulty getting to sleep, lack of sleep

· Fewer than 2 bowel movements per day

· Daily consumption of fried foods

· Restless sleep or waking up frequently

· Feeling irritable or easily angered

· Stuffy or bloated feeling under right rib cage

· Difficulty digesting fats

· Difficulty getting to sleep at night

· Groggy feeling in the morning, difficulty waking up

· Chemical sensitivities

· Environmental illness

· Working around chemicals

· Eye problems

· Feeling ill, but nothing shows up on medical tests (hypochondria)

Five Ways to Help Your Liver Function Better

1. Keep Exposure to Environmental Toxins to a Minimum

2. Use Herbs and Supplements That Help to Detoxify the Liver

3. Let Go of Anger and Resentment (the liver is where anger and resentment are held in the body) To see more about the mind/body connection:

astore.amazon.com/hippieherbalist-20/detail/0937611352

4. Increase Your Intake of Antioxidants

5. Protect Your Liver with Hepatoprotective Herbs

According to the American Cancer Society, prior to the 20th century, only 1 out of 8,000 Americans got cancer, but since World War II, more than 80,000 chemicals have been developed, and now the statistics say that 1 out of 3 people get cancer. The Center for Disease Control reports that cancer is also the leading cause of death in people between the ages of 45 and 75.

Toxins from chemicals, drugs and environmental pollutants are putting a heavy burden on our livers. Reports now say that 80% of the toxins we are exposed to are from our own homes, and are 3 times more likely to cause cancer than environmental pollutants.

It is very important to limit the amount of toxins we are exposed to. In my family, we have thrown away all poisonous cleaning products and personal care products and replaced them with biodegradable safe alternatives.

In addition to cleaning up your products, it’s a good idea to clean up the air in your home. Most people, on average, can’t afford to put in a whole house air purifier, but there are some very good alternatives that work well. The one that we use is called a Boomerang Air Purifier. It is available at www.mynsp.com/herbbarn (do a search for Boomerang).

You might also consider cleaning up your water with a good reverse osmosis system. From our water, we can get chemicals, fluoride, chlorine, and yes, even parasites in some cases. You can find a great one at www.mynsp.com/herbbarn (just do a search for Natures Spring).

Other harmful substances to avoid:

· Drugs

· Alcohol

· Genetically modified foods (GMOs)

· Food additives

· Pesticides and other agricultural chemicals

· Gasoline & solvents (petrochemicals)

· Tobacco products

· Chemicals in general

The liver needs vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other phytonutrients in order to do its job the correct way. If your liver is extremely toxic you may need even more nutritional support.

When you begin to detoxify your body, you should be aware that as your liver detoxifies, you may feel tired and sluggish, and could even have some “healing crisis’” occur while your body is removing these toxins. Some common indications of a “healing crisis” may be things like, cold symptoms, headache, skin itching and even digestive upsets. It is only temporary, and is your body’s way of letting you know that it is working on something and getting rid of it. Also, be aware that unless your body is able to eliminate toxins through one or several of your elimination systems, they remain trapped and can be a health hazard. There are six parts of our bodies that work 24/7 to get rid of wastes, with 5 of them being organs of elimination:

1. The colon

2. The lungs

3. The skin

4. The lymph

5. The kidneys

6. And in addition the liver

Some supplements to consider if you believe that you have a toxic liver might be:

· Indole-3-Carbinol

· Milk Thistle Combination

· Liver Balance

· Heavy Metal Detox

· Psyllium Hulls

· Hepetic System Pack (which includes several of the above in convenient packets)

All of the above products are available through www.mynsp.com/herbbarn

Now let’s take a look at antioxidants and what they can do to help protect the liver, especially during the detoxification process. Note: your eyes and liver use more antioxidants than any other areas of your body (eye problems can be an indicator of liver issues due to a lack of antioxidants.)

Food antioxidants include, dark green leafy vegetables (Chard, beet greens, mustard greens, turnip greens, etc.); cruciferous vegetables (Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, etc.); Red beets; Lemon water; black cherries, blueberries, and other sour fruits.

Glutathione is also an very important antioxidant, one of the most important in the body. Its job is to recycle other antioxidants; and to help detoxify and eliminate poisons in the liver, lungs, intestines, and kidneys. It also helps protect liver and eye health. Heavy metal toxins inhibit glutathione replenishing. N-Acetyl-Cysteine is a precursor to glutathione and aids both liver and eye health

More on N-Acetyl-Cysteine

Thai-Go is a great way to get your antioxidants. Sour fruits are said to tonify the liver chi in Chinese medicine. Many of the antioxidant fruits in Thai-Go are used in Chinese medicine for liver and eye problems. Thai-Go is an excellent liver protecting remedy

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Other support products for liver detoxification:

· Mood Elevator - Depression, low energy

· Blood Stimulator - PMS, heavy menstrual bleeding, pale, weak

· Gall Bladder Formula - Poor fat digestion (also consider Hi-Lipase), gall bladder problems

Order these products at www.mynsp.com/herbbarn

Five Keys to a Healthy Liver

1. Minimize Exposure to Environmental Toxins

2. Use Herbs and Supplements That Support Liver Detoxification

3. Let Go of Anger and Resentment

4. Increase Your Intake of Antioxidants

5. Protect Your Liver with Hepatoprotective Herbs

Order these products at www.mynsp.com/herbbarn

Find out more information about herbs and supplements, please do not hesitate to contact us, or find out more by visiting our website at:

www.HippieHerbalist.com

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