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Deliver whole-body antioxidant protection with six most important classes of cartenoids and six key classes of flavonoids. Combined, they are nature's antioxidant powerhouse, protecting your cells and DNA from free radical attacks.

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Discover the "secret herbal product" that safely cleanses

This post comes from a fellow blogger... Just in case you hadn't heard about this "Long handled toothbrush cleaning your insides" here it is...

Due to the manufacturer's guidlines I'm unable to post the name of the manufacturer or the trade marked names of the products I'm writing about, but when you click on any of the links it will take you to the manufacturer's site so you will know who it is.

Hint.... To learn the company I write about just click a link and the mystery is solved...

I had the opportunity to listen in on a call last night from our upline Master Coordinator. (top of the "secret" company) Jim Burke... He confirmed what I have believed for years and that's my favorite product, Barefoot's Herbal Jim talked about how "Herbal" is NOT a laxative, but a body cleanser.

It cleanses the NODES, colon, blood, liver, kidneys. Dr.(name of manu) spent 8 years researching for the formulation of this product. He made "Herbal" in the early 40's because he knew that people were not eating enough fiber foods and too much processed foods and we were going to be in BIG trouble with degenerative diseases.

Remember, every major disease starts in the colon and intestines. "Herbal" is a wonderful body cleanser. We need to cleanse the inside of our bodies DAILY like we cleanse the outside. Dr. ---- called "Herbal", "Our Long Handle Toothbrush for our insides"!!

I believe like Jim believes that EVERY human being on the face of the earth needs this product DAILY. We would not have the cancers, the degenerative diseases if we kept our bodies cleansed and flushed with "Herbal". Jim Burke is a biochemist, a Master Coordinator and has done years of research in the field of nutrition. He knows what he's talking about.
Hope you take your "Herbal" tonight!!!

You know what's really weird...just yesterday I was talking to a customer on the phone and she had overheard a conversation at the Dr. Office waiting room. It was someone talking about migraines and how he has used "Herbal" 1 tablet a day for over 7 years to keep his migraines at bay. He went on to say that he has tested the product several times by stoping to take it for a few days and with out fail the migraines come back!!

This man in the waiting room was also talking about how reasonable the price is ($7.95 for 60 tablets) and how he feels that some of the medical professionials don't want people to find out about this inexpensive cure for migraines.

My customer called me and was asking if I had ever heard of people using "herbal" for migraines? Gosh it was almost like day..sha..voo.. when I heard Jim's call last night. It really does make since keep the insides clean and lots of other health problems disapear. Oh and by the way I do know of several areas that health professionals recommend this product and other "Barefoot's Secret " products.

To learn more about the manufacturer and this wonderful "herbal" product go to: www.shaklee.net/mcasey

Lipitor, Zocor and Crestor ???...The Dark side of Statins..

I found this absolutely frightening--there are SO MANY people on these meds and some doctors are advocating allowing statins to be so widely available that people could sprinkle it on food like salt!!

The Dark Side of Statins --#523 Radio Show

Cholesterol lowering drugs like Lipitor, Zocor and Crestor are the most successful drugs in the world. They bring down bad LDL cholesterol almost like magic and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Some physicians believe these statin drugs can reduce the risk of dementia, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, depression, glaucoma and prostate cancer. The enthusiasm is such that some doctors have suggested the drugs should be in the water supply.

But is there a darker side to statins? Some people report debilitating muscle pain and weakness, even though their laboratory results are within the normal range. Others complain about frightening memory problems. How can people balance benefits against risks?

Guests: Duane Graveline, MD, flight surgeon, former astronaut and author of "Lipitor: Thief of Memory"; Beatrice Golomb, MD, PhD, Director of the UCSD Statin Study; Stephen Sinatra, MD, cardiologist and author of "The Sinatra Health Report".

To order a copy of this or any radio show you can call (800) 732-2334. Shows are available on CD for maximum sound quality. The cost, including shipping and handling, is $15. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted, or you can send a check for $15 to: Graedons' People's Pharmacy (Show #, date or topic); PO Box 52027; Durham, NC 27717-2027

**Of course the better alternative is our HEART HEALTH SOLUTIONS PACK, which is one of the new packs available.. it is $89.10 at member price for a month's supply.

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How to lower your cholesterol and glucous numbers

This is an amazing testimony about the power of Shaklee supplements...
By: Donna Schroeder

I would like to pass this information on to you. In November I went into the hospital for pre-op, to have a simple surgery done to remove the bone spurs I had developed from a broken nose years ago.

I wasn't worried as I had no problems a year ago, when I had my carbotunnel surgery. I had planned on having the surgery during our Thanksgiving downtime so I wouldn't have the black eyes when we returned to work.


I also was an Excel Rep who joined the B-Team. To make a long story shorter, I was a walking timebomb and was exceptionally lucky that I didn't have a heart-attack or worse died. I am only 53 years old.

There was no diabetes on either of my family sides. Found out it was the steriods that they put me on when I had exposed to a vapor at work for a prolonged amount of time for 2 days straight. Steriods can cause diabetes.

My numbers were outragous. My glucous level was 337. Should've been between 70 and 110. My cholesterol was 347. My lipid profile breakdown was cholesterol 290 (should've been between 100-200.) triglyceride 347 (should've been between 50-150) good HDL 39 (should've been between 40-80) LDL was 182 (should've been between 40-80.) As you can imagine, my doctor and his nurses kept coming up to me and asking if I had any chest pains and if I was feeling alright. Next step was a stress tests. I didn't pass that either.

They found an irregularity. And to tell you the truth. No one was telling me anything, I had no idea what was going on. I was feeling good. Going in for a simple surgery. Well, I had gotten these numbers on Oct.25, not really that long ago. And with my father dying over 20 years earlier from a massive heart attack at the age of 53, I was really terrified.

On November 11, I placed my first shipment order. What did I have to loose. All I could remember was my father had told me if my grandfather had taken shaklee vitamins he'd have lived longer. My father should've followed his own advice. As he was a shaklee distributor.

I ordered the cholesterol regulator package. It has the Cholesterol Regulation Complex, coqheart and Omega 3 Complex. And the glucous regulator a week later. My numbers are unreal.

The first stint was put in on Nov. 30. Thank God there was no damage to my heart. My artery was plugged 90%. They gave me the numbers before I left the hospital.

My cholestrol level dropped to 173. I knew the crestor would drop it 30 points, but that is more than half. of what it was. My triglyceride dropped to 132 and the good HDL dropped to 29 and the LDL to 118. And they wanted the LDL down to under 100.

Just had more blood work down on Monday, Dec. 6, and saw the doctor on Wednesday, Dec. 8. My cholestrol dropped to 172, triglyceride is 157. and the good HDL is 42 and I brought the LDL down to 99.

My glucose has been averaging around 105-137. So the glucose regulator is working excellent also.

Kevin thought that I should pass these numbers on and tell how they have helped me. If they help just one person save their life, lower their numbers, it is far more important than what could've happened to me. By the was, my doctor said it is a miracle that one simple test saved my life and credits the shaklee vitamins I am on with what is happening in my recovery.

He also told me I probably would've been dead in two years if I hadn't gone in for the simple test that has changed my life.

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Life-Long Weight Management Program

Looking Good and Feelin great!
A Product testimonie by: Joyce Hoffman

Six months after starting Shaklee's weight management program I had lost 52 lbs. I dropped from a size 22 slacks and 3X tops to a size a size 16 slacks and large tops.

I've always had a weight problem. I'm 68 and have been on dieting for the past 55 years. I've gone on almost every diet known, looking for an answer. I would loose weight then gain it back. I'd given up on being trim until this program was introducted.

I wasn't very optimisitc, but the results I have experienced are proof of the program.

How does it differ from other diets? It's not a diet!

I was amazed of the food I was to eat. I thought there was no way I could eat all that foood, including starches, and loose weight. But, I lost 8 pounds my first week. Despite a trip to Hawaii and holiday dinners, I still continued to lose at a steady rate.

I have not experienced a headache or the shakes from blood sugar swings, which was customary for me when dieting. I don't feel hungry or deprived, and best of all, I have lots of energy and feel terrific. I've lost inches proportionately.

People are telling me that they've never seen me looking better. I no longer feel I'll be overweight the rest of my life...

Life-Long weight management program Healthy Weight Loss That Works
Metabolic Boosting Bites Satisfy Your Cravings while Boosting Your Metabolism & Energy
Craving Reduction Complex A Cure for Food Cravings
Slim Plan Gold Shakes The Patent-Pending Shake That’s Causing a Stir
Homeopathic Appetite Reducing Spray At Last! Hunger Protection

Clinical Results The Brigham Young University Weight Loss Study

Wether you want to loose weight or just maintain a healthy weight, this life-long weight management program is one of those gold star programs that produce life-long results...

Joint Health Complex Saves Customer from Surgery

By: Alice Coker

I ruptured discs in my back. When drugs didn't ease the pain.
I began taking:
3 Joint Health Complex
3 Chewable Vita C
3 Chewable Calcium Magnesium
I felt relief after the first dose, When the pain came back in 3 hours. I took the same combination again. For several days I took 12 Joint Health Complex. I didn't have surgery! I didn't have pain and I'm fully mobile!

Did you know the difference between margarine and butter?

Both have the same amount of calories. Butter is slightly higher in saturated fats at 8 grams compared to margarine at 5 grams.

Eating margarine can increase heart disease in women by 53% over eating the same amount of butter according to a recent Harvard Medical Study.

Eating butter increases the absorption of many other nutrients in other foods.

Butter has many nutritional benefits where margarine has a few only because they are added!Butter tastes much better than margarine and it can enhance the flavors of other foods.

Butter has been around for centuries where margarine has been around for less than 100 years.

Now for Margarine..
Very high in Trans Fatty Acids...
Triple risk of Coronary Heart Disease...
Increases total cholesterol and LDL (this is the bad cholesterol)Lowers HDL cholesterol, (the good cholesterol) ....
Increases the risk of cancers by up to five fold..
Lowers quality of breast milk ...
Decreases immune response...Decreases insulin response.
And here is the most disturbing fact....

Margarine is but ONE MOLECULE away from being PLASTIC...(This fact alone was enough for me to avoid eating margarine for life!)

YOU can try this experiment yourself: Purchase a tub of margarine and leave it in your garage or shaded area.
Within a couple of days you will note a couple of things: no flies, not even those pesky fruit flies will go near it (that should tell you something) ...
it does not rot or smell differently...
because it has no nutritional value, nothing will grow on it..
even those teeny weenie microorganisms will not find a home to grow.

Why? Because it is nearly plastic.

Would you melt your Tupperware and spread that on your toast?
Also, if you would like to have a butter that is healthier, has plenty of Omega vitamins and stays soft, this is a great recipe:

Better Butter by Dr. Wm. Crook (more of his wonderful recipes can be found in his numerous recipe books.)
1 stick (1/2 c.) butter at room temperature
1/2 c. linseed (flax seed) oilBlend until light and fluffy.
Store in glass container. Use as you would regular butter or margarine

Research Report Spotlights Resveratrol

Thanks Donna Hartenstine & Shirley Kortnik for this information

Below is a report she found that talks about a direction of research at the cellular level that is trying to stop the aging process. As you know, Shaklee CoQHeart has resveratrol in it. Once again, SHAKLEE is already providing us with quality ingredients that other cutting edge research is working on!

FROM SHAKLEE INGREDIENT GLOSSARY:
Resveratrol (natural)
Resveratrol is a compound with antioxidant properties, which is found in red and purple grapes and mulberries. It is also extracted from the root of an herb (Polygonum cuspidatum) traditionally used in Japan and China, and considered to be one of the richest sources of resveratrol. Resveratrol is an ingredient in CoQHeart®, which provides the amount typically found in a glass of red wine. Resveratrol 640 mcg (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) Daily Value not established.

The article below states: "Of all the compounds the researchers tested, the one that boosted the anti-aging enzyme the most was resveratrol, an ingredient in red wine that's been credited with lowering the risk of heart disease. "

Click here: Scientists stimulate anti-aging enzyme / Latest findings might speed up the development of drugs to prolong life

Donna says: A VERY INTERESTING ARTICLE... DOWN TOWARD THE END, THERE IS THIS PARAGRAPH:

"The new report from Sinclair's team is the first to show that it is indeed possible to tweak the sirtuin pathway. The group screened a large number of biologically active chemicals -- simple compounds that can be made into drugs with relative ease. They found several that increase sirtuin activity at least two-fold, including resveratrol. "When they added some of these compounds to yeast cells growing in culture dishes, the cells produced 70 percent more daughter cells than normal -- a common measure of yeast youthfulness. "

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Bi-Polar Success Story

Here is 'Bo' Rush's Bi-Polar success story.

Sixteen years ago I was diagnosed as a Bi Polar Manic Depressant.
I suffered from sleepless nights, food cravings, & mental instabilities in an array of life matters. To be honest, every day life problems, goals, & desires were put on hold.

I didn't know how to solve them & was having a very hard time just living life in general. I knew that nothing in life was satisfying. To be blunt, I was giving up on life. I had even considered suicide.

One day a friend of mine bought her Shaklee upline to visit. We discussed the benefits of using several of the nutritional products. I began taking the Basics without Iron & Cal Mag . Immediately I began to sleep through the night, & go to work regularly with a good attitude.

In the beginning I was reluctant to start on the soy, but after gaining such tremendous benefits from only 2 products, I added Soy Protein. Fears, phobias, & even my weight started to dissipate.

By now, only a few short weeks after my first meeting with my Shaklee upline, I was off all medications & no longer needed my physycologist.

I found that the Shaklee food supplements balanced my physical & mental state. I added Lecithin to my daily supplementation. I got a new lease on life & credit Shaklee & my Shaklee friends for saving my life.

By now I use most of the Shaklee supplements, but I dare not skip one day of my packet for Bi Polar which includes the Vanilla Soy, Basics without Iron, Super Cal Mag+, & Lecithin.

I find that this is not a lot of product to consume considering that they have literally saved my life. I am so thankful for Shaklee nutrition. I recommend this 4 product regimen for anyone with a chemical imbalance.

Now I can say that I love my life & am not afraid to live it. Carter A. Rush

Problems with Liptor from a Shaklee Member

Just got off the phone with a Shaklee member who went on the cholesterol-lowering drug, Lipitor, on the advice of her doctor.

She subsequently developed severe pains in her hip and pelvis and went for a number of tests to determine the cause. She had a test in which they injected die into her to determine what was wrong. She became seriously ill because of the test and wound up in the hospital.

They finally determined the drug, Lipitor, had caused her problems.

Many who take that medication do not realize it can cause severe muscle weakness. I even heard of a woman who could not walk and didn't know the cause. Finally, once again, it was traced to the medication.

Why not give Shaklee's Cholesterol Lowering Complex, a try?
Or Shaklee’s Fiber Plan

For Heart Health Product Info click on:
http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/CardioHealth
Natural, no side effects, just side benefits - BETTER HEALTH!

I have just learned that...
Dr. Linda Rodriguez has a website you can visit at http://www.wellnessdoctor.org/index.html

Dr. Rodriguez is a highly-respected physician well-known in SHAKLEE circles for her successful combination of SHAKLEE supplements with medical intervention, especially for children with troubling health issues--and she does phone consultations for adults and children when you can't get to her office in Virginia Beach, VA.

I've put some info from her website below, but you'll want to go there to read her bio, get the forms to fill out to do a consultation, read some success stories, look at a terrific list of resources that includes Dr. Rodriguez's tapes, and check out at least one cookbook along with other books for special health needs.

Linda P. Rodriguez, M.D.
--> Health and Wellness Educator
--> Physician
--> Nutrition Consultant

Helping those who seek the lifetime health benefits of sensible lifestyle/nutritional approaches to wellness.

http://www.wellnessdoctor.org/index.html

http://www.wellnessdoctor.org/instructions.pdf
http://www.wellnessdoctor.org/disclosure.pdf
http://www.wellnessdoctor.org/child.pdf

Linda P. Rodriguez, M.D.1453 Kempsville Road, Suite 103Virginia Beach, VA 23464
757-467-4441

for details and scheduling

Attn: Consultations

The $165 non-refundable fee covers the initial consultation and one (1) follow up phonevisit within the next 30 days. This will be a collect call. The fee for each follow-upphone call is $65, which is to be paid prior to the appointment date.

The initial consultation is usually completed within an hour's time. Follow-up consultations are generally brief. The office will contact you for an appointment date for your phone consultation after we have received your packet [each of the links above filled out].

Consultation hours are by appointment ONLY.

How to get on the path to Great Health

Imagine if you were only allowed one car to use for your whole life – would you take good care of it?

Well, you've only get one body, so why not give your body what it needs to run optimally.

You deserve it!

Shaklee has put together a recommended nutritional program called Essential Foundations that not only promotes long-term health, but comes with a feel better guarantee within thirty days! It includes a month’s supply of both the Shaklee Basics daily vitamin strip and Shaklee’s Energizing Protein.

Make the Essential Foundations part of your daily regimen and provide your body with the essential vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and protein it needs to build great health. For your convenience, you can also get it automatically shipped to you every month so you’ll never run out.

For more information on Shaklee’s Essential Foundation nutrition program, including a special four minute online video go to: http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/prodNutEF

Help for Diverticulitis Sufferers!

When food becomes trapped in these sacs and digestion via colon bacteria begins, the digested food particles become stagnant, thus causing inflammation and infection.

Most symptoms may be improved via diet manipulation and a specific supplementation program.

Improve your diet i.e. eliminate all junk & processed foods.
Improve the digestive process.
Restore correct bowel flora (favorable bacteria in the colon).
Provide the bowel with certain supplements to help it fight off food fermentation & infection. Drink plenty of pure clean water.

Recomended Shaklee Products:

Shaklee Basics
OptiFlora
Herb lax
Garlic
Stomach soothing comfort (make into tea)
Omega 3 Complex
GLA
Fiber (after inflammation clears up)

In the inflamed state, you should avoid fiber or spicy food until the infection clears up. When the infection is gone, gradually increase your fiber intake to 25 grams a day. In severe cases, some people are put on a liquid diet.

Avoid foods with little seeds (such as sesame seeds, tomato seeds or cucumber seeds) and nuts, which may not get fully digested and could get caught in a pouch. Foods with tough skins could also be a problem.

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Amazing Facts about Alfalfa

Alfalfa is an herb that is often overlooked. It's medicinal and nutritional benefits are very impressive

These symptoms benefit from alfalfa: swelling, pain or stiff joints, arthritis, ulcers, stomach ailments, colon problems, gas pain, haital hernia, water retention, stimulates appetite, swollen ankles and feet, sinus problems, allergies, hayfever, gout, body odor, smelly feet, bad breath, detoxification

Alfalfa is a natural, antihistamine, diuretuc, digestive aid, provides fiber and chlorophyll, rich source of trace minerals, aids diabetices, lowers cholesterol, anti-tumor, anti-bacterial

VITAMINS found in Alfalfa:

Vitamin A - for night vision. Builds resistance to infections, especially in the respiratory tract; promotes growth ands vitality; promotes healthy skin and is essential in pregnancy.

Vitamin E - protects cells against damage from sun's radiation and air pollution; promotes heart, cardiovascular and muscle health and improved immune function; promotes muscle tone in the body; helps bring nutrients to cells and helps strengthen blood vessel walls, including capillary walls; helps proper focusing of the eyes.

Vitamin U - promotes health of body to help overcome peptic ulcers.

Vitamin B6 - helps food assimilation and protein and fat metabolism; promotes nerve and skin health; helps battle nausea symptoms.

Vitamin K - essential for blood clotting; important in liver functions; may possibly contribute to vitality and longevity.

Vitamin D - regulates the use of calcium and phosphorus in the body and is therefore necessary for the proper formation of strong and healthy teeth and bones.

MINERALS found in Alfalfa:

Calcium - builds and maintains bones and teeth; helps clot blood, aids in vitality and endurance; regulates heart rhythm, soothes nerves.

Iron - required in manufacturing hemoglobin; helps carry oxygen in the blood.

Potassium - necessary for normal muscle tone, nerves, heart action and enzyme reactions; digests fats.

Phosphorus - needed for normal bone and tooth structure. Interrelated with action of calcium and Vitamin D. Improves nourishment of nerve tissue.

Chlorine (chloride) - an essential electrolyte which cleans and purifies the body; regulates fat, sugar and starch metabolism.

Sodium - regulates fluid balance throughout body; neutralizes acids, prevents clotting of blood; activates spleen, bowels and stomach functions.

Silicon Magnesium helps body to deal with constipation; steadies the nerves; has protective effect on skin and body; stimulates brain function.

Other properties of alfalfa:

High in protein - alfalfa has 18.9% as compared to beef at 16.5%, milk at 3.3% and eggs at 13.1%. (Muscles are composed of protein and the lack of it results in fatigue and weakness.)

Alfalfa's deep roots seek out minerals in the subsoil, which are inaccessible to other plants. The average alfalfa plant has roots 10 to 20 feet long or more.

Resource materials:Nature's Medicines, by Richard LucasNature's Healing Grasses by H.E. Kirschner, M.D.Vitamin/Mineral Chart by the Redwood City Health Food CenterDiet and Health, by Dr. B.L. Corley

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Building Healthy Cells

Health begins at the cellular level. Soy Protein is the single most important nutrient for building healthy cells.

On a recent PBS program focused on preventing premature aging, the medical doctor stressed the importance of protein. He suggested 80 grams a day for men and 50 grams a day for women.

Here is an easy way to get extra protein in your diet.

Mix
1 cup Instant Soy Protein
1 cup peanut butter
3/4 cup natural maple syrup or honey

Roll into balls and roll Fiber Crunch on top. If you like , add nuts, raisins or granola...

Makes a great healthy snack!

How to rid your body of parasites

Since parasites flourish on sugar, it is important to eliminate this parasite promoter and immune suppresser in all forms from your diet. This includes excessive fruit and fruit juices. The exceptions are cranberries, small amounts of fresh pineapple and fresh papaya which contain anti-parasitic enzymes. Eat figs and pumpkin seeds.

This can be combined with black walnuts. When a person is afflicted with worms, the body's supply of all nutrients is depleted to the point that supplementation of all nutrients is necessary to restore normal health. Nutrients of special importance are Vitamin A, the B complex, especially Thiamin, Riboflavin, B6, B12, and Pantothenic Acid; Vitamins C, D and K and Calcium, Iron and protein.

Eat a diet high in fiber, primarily from raw vegetables and whole grains. • Eat garlic, onions, cabbage, and carrots. They contain natural sulphur which helps expel worms. As you might expect, worms do not like garlic.

• Make sure you are obtaining enough water. Drink only pure water (distilled).
• For children, make senna tea, strain it, add enough raisins to soak up the tea. Give the children a teaspoon of raisins 2-5 times a day. Here are other precautionary measures which should be taken
• Eat a nourishing diet, rich in vitamins and minerals. You need all the good nourishment you can get. The worms are robbing you of so much.
• Make sure your children, if they have worms, are getting adequate nutrition.
• Never eat watercress. It grows in streams, many of which are now polluted. Watercress, which is eaten raw as a salad, can have pinworms and tapeworms on it.
• Do not eat raw or partly cooked fish, beef, or pork.
• Wash vegetables thoroughly before eating them raw
• Wash all underclothing, bed clothes, and sheets frequently in hot water.
• Have all family members wash their hands frequently, especially after using the toilet, before meals, and bedtime. Do not bite nails.
• Clean rooms frequently, especially bedrooms. • Sterilize toilet seats. The infected person should sleep alone.

Take Herb lax, Fiber, OptiFlora, Garlic, and EZ Gest, along with the Shaklee Basics.

This came from: Ann Louise Gittleman, M.S., C.N.S., is one of the foremost nutritionalists in America. She obtained her master's degree in nutrition education from Columbia Univeristy and began her career as a Chief Nutritionist at New York's Bellevue Hospital. She has since served as Bilingual Nutritionist for the USDA's Women, Infants, and Children Food Program in New Haven, CT; Nutritional Consultant for Deepbrook Associates, the first holistic medical group in Connecticut; and Nutrition Director of the world-famous Pritikin Longevity Center in Sanata Monica, CA.

Would you like to eat more without more calories?

The link below is a special report just for you.

Hopefully some of the ideas you will learn will help you get through next week (the biggest eating holiday of the year) ....without having to do the crash diet and fitness mode that most people do in January to get their bodies back in shape.

Get a copy here:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6505051/

After reading this your mom won't have to say "I told you so!"

The Low Down on Low Blood Sugar

Low Blood Sugar (LBS), also known as Hypoglycemia, is a very popular subject these days as I receive numerous inquiries on a daily basis regarding this condition. It appears so many people suffer from this mysterious malady and don't know how to deal with it.

In many cases, their physician has basically discounted their concerns and after much prompting, perhaps, administered a glucose tolerance test or "challenge" to the blood sugar. Results typically are borderline, hence, the well-meaning doctor proclaims they don't have the condition!

However, the tone of the inquiries is the same: "Help! I think I have low blood sugar and I don't know how to deal with it…. And, am I crazy? My doctor/health care practitioner says there is no such thing or it's all in my head!"

Then, I pose this question. Why, if after the diet is modified, removing offending sugary foods, alcohol and caffeine and adding nutritious fresh produce, complex carbohydrates and moderate levels of lean protein do they actually feel and function so much better?

The answer being, diet is the key to such an imbalance. And, Low Blood Sugar is REAL even if sugar challenge test results state otherwise.

The typical American diet includes highly processed foods such as white flour products, foods laden with sugar and all around junk foods typically devoid of beneficial nutrients. Processed calories in the form of simple carbohydrates (which basically turn to glucose very quickly) such as these, enter the blood stream rapidly.

With a "rush" of glucose the body is thrown off "kilter" and has to compensate by working overtime in order to restore a normal sugar level in the blood. What the body truly desires are carbohydrates that release sugars slowly into the blood stream. These carbohydrates are entitled "complex".

Examples of these are unprocessed grain products such as whole wheat, rolled oats, brown rice and also legumes (beans), and starchy vegetables such as sweet potatoes, corn and regular potatoes.

People with Low Blood Sugar have difficulty maintaining normal levels of sugar in the bloodstream and normally throw it off by eating or drinking something they may be sensitive to. Soft drinks, alcohol and beverages with caffeine all wreak havoc on sensitive systems.

Chewing on hard candies and gum can also cause the blood sugar to nose dive just a short time afterwards. The price paid by LBS sufferers who simply desire fresher breath by popping mints all day long is truly large!

It is a vicious cycle of ups and downs throughout the day…coffee for breakfast, lower energy later, eating a candy snack or even a granola bar (usually laden with sugar), energy drop again…. etc. LBS folks need to know how to control their own blood sugar.

Self-discipline is also a must! One slip (how did that Butterfinger get in my mouth?!) can cause not only the blood sugar to drop again, but can also lead to a variety of other symptoms, including binge eating!

Here's a list of symptoms that have been associated with Low Blood Sugar:
Headaches
Fatigue and drowsiness
Irritability
Inability to concentrate
Sleeping difficulties
Allergies
Forgetfulness
Depression
Shakiness
Nervousness
Exhaustion
Mood swings
Temper outbursts
Sensitivity to light and noise
Negative thoughts
Suicidal thoughts
Low libido or sex drive
Obesity
Dizziness
Waking up tired and exhausted
PMS or Premenstrual Syndrome
Visual disturbances
Alcoholism
Indecisiveness
Family history of low blood sugar or diabetes

Are thinking.... gosh this could be me?

For me the greatest help to get my blood sugar control has been the Basics Foundation Package by Shaklee.

Learn more about Shaklee's Basics Foundation Package

New Study Suggests Optiflora May Combat Viral Infection

Written by:Frank M. Painter, D.C.

Evidence of the health benefits of lactobacillus and other probiotics - also known as "friendly bacteria" - is impressive. Many studies have investigated the role of various strains of bacteria in preventing and treating such illnesses as inflammatory bowel disease, urinary tract infections, diarrhea, and even colon cancer. Last year the American Journal of Gastroenterology published an entire supplemental issue dedicated to the use of probiotics in disease treatment. (1)

A recent study on the prevention of gastrointestinal infections suggests that probiotics may also be effective against viral infections. In this study, a group of 81 children was randomized to receive either a strain of lactobacillus (Lactobacillus GG) or placebo after hospital admission. Because many infections are acquired in the hospital (termed nosocomial infections), the researchers decided to test the protective effects of probiotics in this setting.

Of the 81 children in the study, 15 (18.5 percent) experienced diarrhea during their hospitalization. Stool analysis revealed that rotavirus was the most common cause. Probiotic supplement use was associated with a significantly reduced risk of diarrhea; only three children (6.7 percent) in the group given probiotics had diarrhea, yet 12 children (33.3 percent) in the placebo group experienced diarrhea during their hospital stay. (2) The prevalence of rotavirus infection was similar in both groups, but the number of children with symptoms was dramatically lower in the probiotic group.

Probiotics appear to work through a variety of mechanisms, from decreasing pathogen adherence to the intestinal wall to stimulating the systemic immune response. And they seem to be a safe, effective way to prevent virally induced gastrointestinal infections.

1. Am J Gastroenterol 2000 Jan; 95 (1 Suppl): S1-25

2. Szajewska H, et al. Efficacy of Lactobacillus GG in prevention of nosocomial diarrhea in infants J Pediatr 2001; 138 (3): 361-365

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Shaklee Basics Testimonial - No more glaucoma!!

Just imagine all the other possibilities for those who take just theShaklee Basics... It is a very important nutrition program for EVERYONE.
Basic, Simple, and Inexpensive would be the best descriptionfor this amazing program!

From: Joanne Skipper

I thought this might interest many of you. We brag about out basic program and see great things happen for people who spend 33.95 a month and go on it.

We had a customer diagnosed with glaucoma. It was after the diagnosis she started on The Basics.
The next time she went to the doctor -- no glaucoma!

So she decided to give it the test. She quit taking The Basics. The next doctor's appointment she learned the glaucoma was back. So, she ordered more Basics and took them until her next appointment.

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What are the benefits of Soy Protein?

We thought you'd want to see what power soy protein has built into it. This is not just one person's opinion. Dr. Nasr continuously reviews the literature. Taking it daily provides incredible benefits. It is good for females, males, children, athletes, and the elderly. Shaklee's Soy is one of the best sources available.

In November 2004, Dr. Nasr spoke in Milwaukee Wisconsin on the benefits of soy. If you want please feel free to pass this along to your acquaintances. For the particular soy that Dr. Nasr recommends, here are some options:

http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/Protein2
http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/SlimPlanGold

Dr. Nasr has a B.S. in Agronomy; M.S. in Biochemistry of anti-oxidants and a PH.D. in Pharmacognosy (science of bio-active products). He received his M.D. from Rush Medical College in Chicago, followed by Internal Medicine and Cardiology fellowships from Chicago Medical School. He is a member of the American College of Nutraceuticals and the American College of Preventive Medicine and is Director of the Medical Care & Diagnostic Center, Lake Villa, Il 847-356-9009.

For those who didn't see Dr. Nasr, below is a synopsis from Kay Beers' notes. Contact Dr. Nasr for the actual research studies. He uses Shaklee Soy exclusively because it has the very best and most complete soy protein and isoflavone content. You can feel so very good about Shaklee's soy protein, and how we can help so many people who are looking for ways to improve their health.

1. Optiflora and Soy Protein increase the absorption of protein, decrease gas and discomfort and decrease cholesterol by 23%

2. Sixty (60) studies have been conducted showing soy protein increases bone density more than just Calcium Magnesium does.

3. Two studies show that soy and vitamin E, together, decrease LDL (bad cholesterol) by 40% and that is 17% greater decrease than Zocor and Lipitor

4. Four studies show that soy protein inhibits oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol) by 40%. When cholesterol oxidizes, it becomes "sticky" and in this condition is when it can attach to blood vessel walls.

5. Soy prevents gall stones. It doesn't dissolve them but it prevents them.

6. Soy prevents kidneys from damage. Lots of animal protein may be hard on the kidneys, but soy protein protects the kidneys

7. French fries at major fast food establishments are crispy. That is a value for the store. Some french fries are coated with a protein substance that when combined with the sugar in the potato and then heated, give them added crispness. Unfortunately that combination of sugar, protein and high heated fat produces a carcinogen. Probably a good idea to avoid all French fries.

8. Shaklee's protein includes valuable protein and isoflavones that are not present in other soy proteins produced with heat or chemicals. Shaklee's low heat - water wash process keeps the isoflavones in the protein. Isoflavones are natural cancer fighting ingredients that occur naturally in soy.

9. Soy's protein and Isoflavones inhibit the mutated cell's ability to make an enzyme that would cause the cell it to reproduce.

10. Soy inhibits the cancer cell from making the body provide it with additional blood supply (additional blood supply is called angiogenesis).

11. Soy increases the killing effect of the white blood cells (phagocytosis).

12. Soy's amino acid Lysine when combined with Vitamin C decreases Colon Cancer by 90%.

13. The flavanoids (like those in Shaklee's Flavomax) when combined with Soy Protein are synergistic (they work even better together) and decrease breast cancer 10 fold.

14. Beta carotene (like those in Shaklee's CarotoMax) when combined with Soy Protein and Calcium with Vitamin D are 10 times as effective at preventing cancer cells from getting an addition blood supply.

15. Women in the Orient get about 80 mg of Isoflavones a day. Women in US and Europe get about 1.0 mg. That's an 80% negative difference for US and Europe.

16. Soy protein helps the differentiated cell (bad cell) convert back to a normal cell.

Dr. Nasr also listed the several forms of protein and the length of their chain of Amino Acids. The shorter the chain, the more quickly the Amino Acids can be absorbed and utilized.

1. Soy has the shortest chain and takes less than an hour.

2. Fish is next.

3. Chicken takes about 4 hours.

4. Beef takes about 5 hours.

5. Pork takes about 6-8 hours to digest.

A Perspective on the Shaklee Difference

We often talk about, "the Shaklee difference" in the quality of our products, and certainly our products stand out in their safety and effectiveness.

An important aspect of the Shaklee difference is the Shaklee members, specifically our focus on health and our readiness to take responsibility for own health.

As part of Shaklee, our life style choices are a part of the Shaklee difference.

We've talked with many people outside of Shaklee who are devoted to the "sickness industry" model and they say, "My doctor knows best," or, "the treatment, or drug, has been approved by the FDA."

Many good things can be said about both the doctors and the FDA, but we are responsible for our own health. Neither most doctors nor the FDA have adequately advocated nutrition and supplementation as a way of preventing and even treating ailments.

However, recently we have seen, VIOX withdrawn from the market and strong cautions given about the use of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Research has linked both to serious illness. Many doctors prescribed and even advocated the safety of these treatments and both were approved by the FDA.

In Shaklee we have healthful natural products which address pain and women's life cycle changes.

Research has established both the safety and effectiveness of these products. Our focus on wellness leads us to first seek natural solutions to every health challenge whenever possible.

Top Five Supplements for Thyroid Support

For those of you who are reading this, and feel you only have one minute to spare, here's the short version for supplementing your diet to support your Thyroid:

Be sure to take a strong multivitamin with minerals, (Shaklee Vita-Lea), along with Vitamin C, (Shaklee Sustained Release Vita-C) each day. This has to be high-quality, such as can be purchased from Shaklee, as opposed to some of the larger national drug store brands in the same category as Centrum or Centrum Silver. Most nationally-advertised multiple vitamins sold in drugstores do not have the potency nor the bioavailability that thyroid sufferers need.

Other supplements to consider for Thyroid support are:

Iodine - Shaklee Vita-Lea

The first, of course, is iodine, which is very much a double-edged sword for thyroid sufferers. You absolutely need it, but not too much of it. The latest study, to look at this more carefully, was a 1999 report in Nutritional Review, by Lee, Bradley, Dwyer. These researchers tell us that the size of the population with iodine deficiency is now close to 10% of men, and 20% of women.

However, the other 80-90% do not need extra iodine, and for many of this majority, additional iodine can become a thyroid problem.

What to do? If you are a person who never consumes fast food, avoids salt like the plague, doesn't eat much seafood, and feels that sea vegetables are for fish, and especially if you live more than 100 miles from any coast, then you might well consider supplementation with iodine, the key mineral in thyroid hormone production.

If you are not in this category, you would probably do well to not take extra iodine, as you're likely to be getting more than enough from other sources, such as iodized salt and the natural sources of fish and sea vegetables.

This iodine dilemma is the major nutritional problem facing everyone. Worldwide, iodine deficiency diseases account for incalculable suffering in the form of goiter, miscarriage, infertility, and terrible sickness affecting over one billion people on the planet. This is a significant percentage of the human race.

However, in the US, the problem has been thought eliminated by the widespread distribution of iodine, first in bread dough, and in salt. Recently however, there has been resurgence of iodine deficiency, even in our country. It is a problem for specific people.

Researchers are presently working to develop a reliable and effective test for iodine, but at this point, we are not convinced that the available tests are up for the task. In light of all this, some thyroid specialists are suggesting that you hedge your bets and simply ingest each day an amount of iodine that will help if you are too low, but won't hurt if you are already sufficient.

This amount appears to be about 100 mcg (micro-grams) per day. However, if you find that you feel sick after eating iodized foods, you may want to avoid this nutrient.

Selenium - Shaklee Vita-E Complex

As you can see, the minerals may be more important for thyroid production than the vitamins, because the next two items on the list are the minerals selenium and zinc. Selenium is crucial in both the production of T-4 thyroid hormone (thyroxin) in the thyroid gland, as well as in the conversion of T-4 to T-3 thyroid hormone, the active form (thyroxin). Zinc is needed both before and after these production and conversion processes. Zinc is necessary for the TRH hypothalamus hormone to stimulate the pituitary gland, which signals the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormone.

Zinc - Shaklee Zinc Complex

Moreover, zinc is needed at the intracellular level to help the thyroid nuclear receptors attach and drive the reading of the DNA genetic code. Keep in mind that the main function of thyroid hormone is to help put the genetic code into action.

Regarding selenium, we suggest 200 mcg (micro-grams) per day. This is, again, more than is contained in the common multiple mineral products. For zinc, we believe you can take at least 10 mg per day; please keep in mind that when taking 10-25 mg. of zinc, you need to balance that with one mg copper for the zinc-copper ration so useful for thyroid patients. Therefore a good product would contain 1-2 mg of copper in addition to the zinc.

Vitamin D - Shaklee Super Cal Mag Plus

In addition to these minerals, vitamin D is necessary for thyroid hormone production in the pituitary gland, and possibly in the early stages of T-3 (thyroxin) binding to its receptor. Vitamin E is part of the necessary supporting apparatus that enables the deiodinase enzyme to convert T-4 (inactive thyroid hormone) into T-3 (the active type).

It now appears that the amount of vitamin D people need has been grossly under-estimated, nor is it as toxic as first was thought. We recommend at least 800 IU of Vitamin D daily.

Vitamin E - Shaklee Vita-E Complex

The amount of vitamin E needed has likewise been undersold; we recommend 400-800 IU daily. This turns out to be more than is provided in most multiple vitamins, yet it allows for excellent antioxidant protection as well as helping menopausal women avoid hot flashes without resorting to estrogen.

There you have it - the 5 most essential nutrients for feeding the thyroid gland. Keep in mind, however, that these researchers based their studies, for the most part, on fairly healthy individuals. If you have had a thyroid problem of some duration, or if you have some other illness, in addition to your thyroid problem, then other recommendations apply to you.

These include:

Antioxidants - Shaklee CarotoMax & FlavoMax
A full-symphony antioxidant, not just the C and E, but especially 5000 - 10,000 IU of Vitamin A, which is usually present in most multiple products. The other antioxidants, such as lipoic acid, pygnogenol, etc. are often omitted in a multiple vitamin with minerals, but are indeed present in an antioxidant combo. We suggest, for people in this category, very strong anti-oxidant supplementation.

Essential Fats - Shaklee Essential Omega-3 Complex
Moreover, to have your thyroid get to where it needs to go, you are likely to need high doses of the essential fatty acids (EFA) in a 2:1 mix of Omega 3 and Omega 6.

Amino Acids - Shaklee Soy Protein
Finally, long-time sufferers would do well to take extra amino acids. Recall that thyroid hormone is basically the amino acid tyrosine with some iodines attached. Amino acid metabolism is crucial for thyroid function, but it is not just tyrosine that is needed. In fact, far better if full-symphony, free-form amino acids, a couple of grams per day

There you have it. Optimal thyroid nutrients can make an incredible difference, whether you are taking natural and/or synthetic medicines for your condition. Shaklee products are not only effective but they are also safe to use over the long run. In fact, that is when they will perform at their very best!

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How to Survive and Thrive During the Cold & Flu Season

Unless you’ve been living off the “electronic grid” by now you’ve heard that there’s a shortage of flu vaccines for the coming cold and flu season. The good news is that your body has its own defenses against viruses and bacteria, and that there are a lot of things you can do to stay well. The following are just some of the proactive steps you can take to keep colds and flu’s at bay, along with special notes on how Shaklee can help.

Get plenty of regular rest
8-10 hours for adults is best. The body regenerates and heals during sleep. A good old-fashioned nap is good for everyone. Sleep before 10 PM is a deeper, more restful sleep for most individuals. Children’s bedtime should be no later than 8-9 PM. They do their growing during sleep and need more sleep than adults.

Editor Note: For those having trouble sleeping try Shaklee’s Gentle Sleep Complex. For best results we recommend dropping three tablets of Gentle Sleep Complex into hot water and adding some honey, turning it into a hot tea and sipping it before bed. Creating a nighttime tea routine is an excellent way to get your rest. In fact, stress weakens our immune system, while routines overall help reduce stress! For more information on Gentle Sleep Complex go to: http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/20603

Eat plenty of healthy foods, especially fruits and vegetables.
Cut up fruits and veggies for snacks. During the flu season especially, make pots of homemade vegetable or chicken soup with plenty of garlic (nature’s antibiotic), and organic chicken/beef stock, if possible.

Editor Note: For families who don’t eat a lot fresh fruits and vegetables especially in the winter months, considering supplementing with the Shaklee Antioxidant Pack containing Shaklee’s CarotoMax and Flavomax. Each contains unique concentrated extracts from literally hundreds of fruits and vegetables, providing more support to your immune system than you can get from your diet alone. For more information on Shaklee’s Powerful Antioxidant Solution go to:http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/59083

Regular Hand Washing
Regular Hand Washing is important to minimize transferring germs. Keep hands away from the eyes. Wash hands before putting ANYTHING in your mouth and after blowing your nose.

Editor Note: Use Shaklee Basic G® Concentrated Germicide to disinfect the laundry, bathrooms, doorknobs, phones, computer keyboards, etc. When you disinfect and clean with Shaklee’s Basic-G, the germs aren’t going to regrow for about 72 hours. In contrast, germ regrowth with bleach is about one hour. Also a product like Lysol® is effective against eight of the most common pathogens, but Basic-G kills thirty-two different pathogens! Basic G is approved for hospital use, and is economical too. Just ½ teaspoon of Basic-G added to 16oz of water in a spray bottle makes for an effective disinfectant solution you can spray all over the house. For more information on Shaklee’s Basic-G go to: http://www.shaklee.net.mcasey/product/BasicG

Drink plenty of pure water. It’s easy to become dehydrated in the winter time. Water keeps the toxins flushed out of our systems. Children need more water and less juice. The #1 cause of daytime fatigue and fuzzy thinking is dehydration. Our immune systems require us to be well-hydrated, so drink at least eight glasses of pure water a day.

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Fresh air The EPA says the air in our homes is worse than the air outside. In the wintertime we keep windows and doors closed to keep the cold air out which can exacerbates the problem of indoor air pollution and the recirculation of germs and bacteria that come in the house.

Editor Note: Shaklee’s AirSource 3000 dramatically decreases the presence of all major forms of indoor air pollution including bacteria, and viruses, etc. Purifies the air in your home, school or office up to up to 3000 sq. ft. There’s also the AirSource Mobile unit for just one room and/or the car. Great for travel, too! For more information on AirSource go to: http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/prodAir

Three Shaklee Supplements to build up your immune system With all the stress, pollution, germs and bacteria from a mobile, modern world, keeping your immune system running at optimal levels is more critical then ever before. Fortunately Shaklee offers solutions that harness nature in ways never before achieved, to support, stimulate and protect your immune system.

Shaklee Immune Building Complex: Developed by the discoverer of Interferon and extensively tested by immunologists in Japan, Shaklee Immune Building Complex contains an exclusive, proprietary blend of natural plant extracts which has been clinically proven to support and stimulate the natural immune response process at the cellular level. Supports and stimulates the immune system, by increasing the activity of macrophages and inducing natural interferon production. Optimizes immune response against environmental irritants and airborne substances (as with allergies and asthma). Completely safe – no adverse reactions to these plant extracts ever recorded.For more information go to: http://www.shaklee.net.mcasey/product/20660

Shaklee Defend & Resist: Echinacea has become the most prominent herb used both in the United States and in Europe. Shaklee’s Defend & Resist uses Echinacea and three other herbs to activate the immune system, promote production of white blood cells, enhance resistance to infection, viral and bacterial, especially flu and herpes; reduce mucus. Works best when started at the onset of cold or flu symptoms so take it as soon as possible when the first “tickle in the throat” appears. Can be used effectively for up to 10 days at a time. For more information go to: http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/20613

Shaklee’s Vita-C Sustained Release 500mg.Vitamin C’s antioxidant property protects the body against free radicals. Boosts the immune system, infection fighter, natural antihistamine, increases the resistance to ligament and tendon injury. Vitamin C is depleted by stress such as infections, illness, fatigue, surgery, anxiety, pollution and extremes in temperature. Shaklee’s Vitamin C is unique in that it uses natural gums and waxes to provide a continuous stream of Vitamin C into your bloodstream over a 24-hour period. For more information on Vita-C go to: http://www.shaklee.net/mcasey/product/VitaC

Natural Remedy for Childrens Ear Infection

What I've used with my children to avoid antibiotics for ear infections isto mince a garlic clove in olive oil. Warm it up and let it sit for awhile.Then put some of the oil (not garlic!) in a dropper and drop into theirears. You can re-warm it each time.

Good Bacteria is good for ear infections as well as Vitamin C. You can also buy homeopathic earache tablets almost anywhere(Hyland's) to help with the initial pain. The doctors have even told me that most ear infections clear up on their own.

Another thing I've done morerecently is take them to my chiropractor. He does a very simple tiny adjustment (if you can call it that) behind the ears that enables them to drain properly.

He said some infants tend to lean their head to one side oranother and you can feel a small lump or nodule behind their ear lobe(s). You just put a slight pressure on it a couple times, and voila!Anna

Facts about Calcium...Are you getting enough?

Do you experience any of these symptoms:
muscle spasm, leg cramps, joint pain, osteoporosis, arthritis, PMS, insomnia, irregular heart beat (arrythmia), headaches and irritability, poor teeth, restlessness, numbness or tingling in extremeties, backache, menstrual problems

You may have a Calcium deficiency!

Look at the nutritional benefits that Calcium offers:
helps build stronger bones and teeth, natural tranquilizer, promotes colon health, builds peak bone mass, prevents polyps and colon cancer, lowers blood pressure, reduces lead toxity, regulates hearbeat, protects heart, promotes resful sleep, essential for clotting of the blood, reduces PMS symptoms such as bloating, cramps, water retention, irritiability and moodiness

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Another DEADLEY reason to exercise caution with antibiotic and antacid usage!

Here are excerpts from a recent newspaper article which tells the tale of how antibiotics and antacids are causing anordinarily harmless bacterium present in the human body to wreak havoc of epidemic proportions here in some Canadian hospitals recently.

This article prompted me to hit the 'net to further research the subject. Apparently, according to other articles I found, this same scenario has been occurringing the US as well.

It's a classic example of mainstream medicine disturbing thenatural balance within the human body, with deadly results.

I'd like to add that, in a few of the articles I read following this one re: this subject, they 'grudgingly suggest' the success of a potential NATURAL antidote (no surprise to Shaklee people), of a NATURAL YOGURT-TYPE PRODUCT which restores the balance of bacteria which normally live inharmony within the digestive tract. (GASP... SURPRISE...)

Although I only quickly scanned the other articles, I didn't see another DRUG mentioned tobe used to counteract the harm caused by the original DRUGS in this unfortunate scenario! Could officials possibly be waking up, in some small way, to just how terribly WRONG it is to upset the natural applecart, so to speak? I wonder...

Thank you MGM Manufacturer for our Good Bacteria System, Bifidus Plus Yogurt and Simple Digestion Aid,eh?!! ".

The article below is excerpted from The Windsor Star, Friday, Oct. 22, 2004

Feds to chase superbug
Clostridium Difficile has killed 600 in Quebec
by:Elizabeth Thompson, Canwest News Service, Ottawa

Federal Health Minister Ujjal Dosanjh is concerned about the outbreak of C. difficile bacterium that has killed an estimated 600 hospital patients inQuebec and said the government will begin monitoring hospitals across Canadafor the superbug. Speaking to reporters Thursday Dosanjih said he considersthe outbreak of the superbug "very serious".

Concerns were raised earlier this week when Radio-Canada reported that about7,000 hospital patients in Quebec had been infected by Clostridium Difficile since last year and that 600 had died. Publichealth officials have questioned the figures, but a second study Wednesdayrevealed 10 Quebec hospitals observed 1,612 cases of the infection in thefirst six months of this year. The study found 109 of those patients diedas a direct result of the infection, while in 108 other cases it was considered an indirect cause.

Blogger Note...
[And this is in just one of ten provinces! Extrapolate those figures acrossthe entire country AND the US...what does that tell you about the overuse ofand dependence upon antibiotics and antacids today????!!!!!!
It scares the heck out of me because everyone around seem so blase about it all as is evidenced by this article rating a lowly page 10 of the front section of thenewspaper and what can be seen everyday all around us...

folks everywhere oh-so-casually and continuously popping OTC (over-the-counter) as well as prescription antacid products, rationalizing the use of antacids like Tums so they can 'kill two birds with one stone' so to speak, by supposedly also upping their calcium intake at the same time they temporarily soothe their stomach, continuing to abuse antibiotics...

treating symptoms rather thandetermining and eliminating the cause(s) of their problems...

these band aid solutions bring about the type of results seen in this article when nature fights back for disturbing her finely-tuned balances within the body!]

Ken Polk, a spokesman for Dosanjih, said it isn't unusual for there to becases of C. difficile infection across the country and the bug isn't communicable from one person to another.

What is unusual is the number ofcases in Quebec and the death toll. Quebec Health Minister Phillippe Couillard has blamed a new, highly virulent strain of the bacterium for the increase in deaths.

[A sidebar was included next to the article, which contained the following]:

POSSIBLE KILLER: Clostridium difficile, or C. difficile, is an organism that exists in the stomach naturally. The use of antibiotics and stomach acid suppressants to treat other illnesses can cause it to multiply unnaturally and create atoxin that can eventually kill a patient.

Acid Reflux and Malabsorption Syndrome

Nancy Dines shared this with me so I thought I would post it here. Do you know any who has problems with acid reflux?

My 89- year old father has had acid reflux most of his adult life and has responded well to Good Bacteria, MGM SupplementFiber, Vitamin B, Stomach Soother, Herbal Laxative, Simple Digestion Aid. If he has a little flare-up, he chews a Calcium Magnesium Chewable and he's much better. Hope this helps.

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NUTRIENTS THAT SUPPORT THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

The Center for Disease Control has issued a strong warning to stop over-using antibiotics. This push comes in the form of guidelines from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which now believes that the overuse of antibiotics is contributing to an alarming rise in the number of diseases that are impervious to drugs.

The CDC recommended improvements in basic housekeeping, focusing on phones, dirty walls and patient charts, and suggested that physicians should not prescribe antibiotics for the treatment of colds, where they have little value. The guidelines said that doctors should not prescribe antibiotics in low doses or for short periods

Scientifically Advanced Vita-Lea (with and w/out iron)
Provides a comprehensive balance of essential nutrients. Vita-Lea’s bioavailability has been proven through independent clinical research. Contains gentler, better-tolerated forms of zinc and protein-bound trace minerals for easier digestion.

Vita-C, 500 mg. Sustained Release
Antioxidant property protects the body against free radicals. Boosts the immune system, infection fighter, natural antihistamine, increases the resistance to ligament and tendon injury. Vitamin C is depleted by stress such as infections, illness, fatigue, surgery, anxiety, pollution and extremes in temperature. As we age, there is a greater need to regenerate collagen which requires more vitamin C.

Immune Building Complex
Developed and extensively tested by immunologists in Japan, contains an exclusive, proprietary blend of natural plant extracts from pumpkin seeds, safflower flowers, plantago seeds, and Japanese honeysuckle flower buds, which has been clinically proven to support and stimulate the natural immune response process at the cellular level. Supports and stimulates the immune system, by increasing the activity of macrophages and inducing natural interferon production. Optimizes immune response against environmental irritants and airborne substances (as with allergies and asthma). Completely safe – no adverse reactions to these plant extracts ever recorded.

Garlic Complex
Two-way odor control with a gentle, temperature-controlled drying process and with a pleasant blend of spearmint and rosemary extracts. Historically, has been used for congestion, asthma, sinusitis and allergies, colds, flu and pneumonia, sore throat and bronchitis. Has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and is effective against yeast infections (Candida). Nature’s strongest natural antibiotic.

Optiflora
This advanced colon care system contains Acidophilus and Bifidus, essential friendly bacteria that ideally live in our lower intestines. Research shows, however, that most adult Americans only retain about 15% of these microflora, rendering our bodies (and especially our immune systems) vulnerable to toxic build-up. The Optiflora system also includes the prebiotic FOS and inulin to provide nutrients that selectively feed the good microflora for rapid colonization. It is the only product of its kind to guarantee delivery of live beneficial microflora to the intestines, due to its unique triple encapsulation that protects these essential bacteria from the acidity of the stomach.

Immune System cont.

Defend & Resist Complex (Echinacea)
Has become the most prominent herb used both in the United States and in Europe. Activates the immune system, promotes production of white blood cells, enhances resistance to infection, viral and bacterial, especially flu and herpes; reduces mucus. Works best when started at the onset of cold or flu symptoms. Can be used effectively for up to 10 days at a time.

Other nutrients to consider:

CarotoMax
Essential for healthy mucosal membranes in the digestive, respiratory and reproductive tracts. Reduces susceptibility to infection, allergies, bronchitis, asthma, ear infection and skin disorders. Contains other naturally occurring carotenoids such as alpha carotene and other types of beta-carotene.

FlavoMax
These powerful antioxidants increase the power of the immune system to fight infection, are natural antihistamines, are antiviral and antibacterial because they interfere with the actual mechanism of some of these organisms, lower risk of many cancers including gastric cancer.

Vita-E 400 IU and Vita-E Complex
Anti-oxidant that protects against cell damage. Helps to prevent heart disease, Parkinson’s; protects lungs from air pollution, protects cells from premature aging, helps cystic breast disease, improves circulation, promotes healing. Our immune systems decline with age. Vitamin E enhances immune responsiveness in the elderly. Shaklee’s Vita-E is in a natural d-alpha form and is more biologically active than synthetic vitamin E. Provides the full spectrum of tocopherols found in nature.

Basic-G Germicidal Cleaner
Cleans, disinfects and deodorizes in one step. Basic-G kills 33 different types of germs, including feline leukemia and canine parvovirus. In laboratory conditions using E Coli, resistant bacteria that contaminates meats, Basic-G killed the organism and continued to work for three days after the initial use. Household bleaches lose their effectiveness within one hour. Spray on kitchen counters after preparing meats to prevent risk of E Coli contamination.

Air Source Air Purifiers
These remarkable and economical air purifiers emit cleansing ions that clean the air of bacteria, odors, molds, mildew, gases and particulates. Air Source 3000 covers 3000 square feet and the Air Source mobile will cover 500 square feet ( perfect for small apartments, dorm rooms, offices, cars, trucks, etc)

The Shaklee Difference -
Although not required by FCA regulation, all Shaklee products are formulated at the 52,000 sq. ft. Forrest C. Shaklee Research Center in Hayward, California, after rigorous clinical research and review by a prestigious Scientific Advisory Board.

Shaklee Corporation’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its continuing to invest more than $100 million in clinical research at some of the more respected universities in the country (Harvard, Yale, MIT, Georgetown, U of Texas, Stanford, U of California at Berkeley, etc.).

63,000 quality tests are performed on the nutritional products alone and their ingredients every year. This is particularly important in producing herbal products. The proper plant genus and species must be used and grown with no pesticides or herbicides.

The active ingredients in each herb are measured to be sure the herb is fresh and properly harvested, dried and prepared to insure its safety and effectiveness.

Help for Iron Absorption Problem

Testimonial Written By: Sondra

My father was told about 15 years ago that he did not absorb iron or vitamin A well.

Dr. Nasr told him to use Liqui-Lea daily as he would absorb that.

My Dad is 86 years young. He works six hours a day six days a week in his business, because he feels good and wants to work. He owns a lumberyard by the way, so it is physical work.

At physicals the Dr. is always amazed how healthy he is and says his blood pressure is lower than his. My Dad promptly reminds him that the reason he IS so healthy is that he has eaten Shaklee for 30 years and takes NO DRUGS.

Whenever Dad gets a problem he calls and asks "what else should I be taking?" He is on about everything. He looks so young 40 year old women ask him for dates!! They think he is in his 50's. He has a great attitude too and talks about customers being old (he means mentally) when they are probably 20 years younger than he is.

By the way, Dad had a LOT of physical problems before Shaklee, he cleared them all with Shaklee, including arterialsclerosis.

Hormonal Migraines

Written By: Vivian

I met my uplines Master Coordinator brother who is also a Chiropractor. He put me on a Vegetarian only diet for 1 year.

Before that time, I could NOT TAKE EVEN 100 IU OF VITAMIN E WITHOUT A MIGRAINE!!!!
He vowed to me that I could take Vita E, and I found that after a year of VEGETARANISM I could!!!

But Christmas came, I sinned and ate everything that contained sugar--results-- migraines and uternine horomonal migraine headaches. When he came back to town I confessed to him my sins and he told me he wanted me to get off the Codeine I had been taking for the pain.

He had me take 1 herb lax per hour with 1 full glass of water for 1 week!!!
I did it -- but hated him Monday thru Wednesday.

Then a miracle happened--I was without pain and the "echo pain" associated with the Codeine--I was pain free. I had uterine migraine headaches, they are awful--Shaklee came to my rescue--I could have went the way of Betty Ford at that point with the codeine.

I was addicted because of the pain. Thank you Fred House and Shaklee

Dramatic drop in Dr.'s Cholesterol !

In 1995 my husband, Dan, who is a physician, added 3 tsp./day of the Shaklee unflavored Fiber Plan to his daily Shaklee supplement regimen after his doctor told him she wanted to put him on Lipitor. He said, “Let me try Shaklee first.” She was agreeable.

He made no other changes in his diet or Shaklee supplements. He was eating a sensible diet with no fried foods and no rich sweets. He did not avoid any food groups. He did not add exercise. This lowered his cholesterol 30 points in 3 months – exactly as the clinical studies showed. His HDL went up, his LDL went down, and his triglycerides dropped 33 points. His total cholesterol continued to drop over the next several months. His lipids have remained stable since then. He continues to use the Unflavored Fiber Plan daily.

Here are the numbers:

Total Cholesterol 261 to 171
HDL 37 to 61
LDL 224 to 96
Triglycerides 214 to 89
Heart attack ratio 7.1 to 3.1

Nancy Pugh, RN, MSW

Do you want to rid your baby from Acid Reflux?

Written By: Renee Leiss
Acid reflux is just severe Candidia Albiicans Overgrowth which creates a PH inbalance in the body.
This is truely sad indeed to see it in a 10 week old baby. Either the baby developed Candidia from ANY amount of Antibiotics given , or contracted it from the Mother who probably had a severe case herslf which is sadly so prevelant today because of Any Antibiotic use , Birth control pills, Steroids, or many other broad spectrum drugs.

In any event one needs to get to the root problem in order to stop the overgrowth of yeast.The mother and the baby both need to be treated.
First off, Congrats to the Mom for Breast Feeding. DO NOT STOP !! You are giving your Baby one of the greatest gifts possible by choosing to Breast Feed !! Infant formula does not even come close to Breast Milk. YUK ! (Please don't write me hate for this comment) I'm not judging anyone who does not breast feed, I'm just stating a fact!

Now here is what I suggest for the baby to create a healthy balance in the gut !

1 ) Anti Fungal, in powder form to kill the overgrowth of yeast in the body." Garden of Life" has a product I use called "Primal Defense" sold in pills or powder form. This is the most effective Anti Fungal on the market !! Completely safe for infants also.

2 ) Opti Flora capsule, To Replace the good bacteria in the gut. Dissolve in a little "pure water" and feed with a spoon or dropper.

For the Mom, she needs to also do the above, but more of it ! Follow the directions for Primal Defense on the bottle or literture. She probably should buy the capsules for herself and powder for her baby !

Opti Flora System, 2 to 3 a day with powder for Mom And of course the Basics with Instant Soy Mix for Mom ! The longer she breast feeds the better Two yrs should be normal for every Mom !It will take at least a year to completely balance the body after having Candidia Overgrowth for the Mom ! Depending on the baby's Immune system, or if the baby or Mom is given antibiotics again this will just continue on forever until a person learns what to use instead of Man made antibiotics.

I personally have raised 4 terrific kids without a man made antibiotic, asprin, cavitys, or any Dr. bills other then hockey accidents. I beast fed all of them until at least two yrs old. After MUCH research We decided not vaccinate any of our children because of short or long term problems with the immune system.
I do believe this is one major reason we've had the success we have. Last but not least we put our kids after 3 yrs old, on a Shaklee Nutritional Program !

I guarantee have a severe overgrowth of yeast, and if we truely want to get to the root problem, we must fully treat the gut.

Opti Flora is a Great product, but in no way will it be able to overcome a moderate or severe case of Candidia. Shaklee DR(Defend & Resist) is what I use for an antibiotic in a tea for young kids. When your kids are older they can then add Garlic and Vita C 500 mg, plus the Shaklee DR for your VERY effective antibiotics, without throwing the whole body out of balance like Dr. prescribed antibiotics do.

Now that my kids are older 16 to 23 , this is our recipe for getting rid of anything viral or bacterial.
7 Shaklee Defend & Resist.
7 Shaklee Vita C 500 mg
7 Shaklee Garlic 3 Times a day !!!!
Yes 3 times a day !!
If we start this right away at the first sign of any symptom of a cold, flu, etc. We normally never have it more then 24 hrs, if even that. Sometimes it does last longer but always MUCH shorter in time than any one else who has the same virus/bacterial thing :)
I hope this helps all of you reading it !!

Folic Acid Hits Gene-based Colon Cancer

From: United Press International via COMTEX --
Taking a daily multivitamin with at least 400 micrograms of folic acid can eliminate the genetic risk of developing colon cancer, researchers reported Thursday in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention.

"It's not new information that individuals with a family history of colon cancer-- a parent or sibling -- are at increased risk, about a two-fold higher risk," Dr. Charles Fuchs, lead investigator and assistant professor of medicine at Harvard University Medical School, told United Press International. "What we wanted to look at was the question of whether there is interaction between family history of colon cancer and the environment, between a genetic risk and the effects of eating and activities like that."

The research team retrospectively studied data from the Nurses' Health Study, an ongoing project tracking health information on 121,700 female registered nurses in the United States for the past 25 years. They examined records of the 88,758 nurses whose family health histories and dietary habits appeared in the database, focusing on behaviors known to be associated with colon cancer. "We found that if subjects who had a family history of colon cancer regularly got high levels of folic acid, or folate, in their diet or through supplements, then the excess risk of colon cancer stemming from family history was largely eliminated," Fuchs said.

Prior research has suggested behavioral and dietary changes -- no smoking, a diet high in fruits and vegetables, no heavy red meat consumption and regular colon exams after age 50 -- reduces colon cancer risk in the general population.

Here, the investigators looked only for variations in behavior and diet showing a pattern of disease reduction among genetically compromised female subjects. Intake of at least 400 micrograms a day of folic acid emerged as the most important factor in neutralizing genetics. "A diet high in fruits, vegetables and products made with enriched flour contains significant levels of folic acid. But getting 400 micrograms a day, the standard used in our study, is easy with a daily multivitamin," Fuchs said. Fuchs also noted women who reported alcohol consumption equaling more than two glasses of wine a day appeared to compromise the beneficial effects of folic acid and increase the risk associated with family history. "This study is suggestive that women who know they have a family history of colon cancer strongly consider taking folate supplementation or a multivitamin with folate," Dr. Dukota Brooks, director of the colon cancer program of the American Cancer Society in Atlanta, told United Press International.

"Again, this is one study, but a very large study and pretty well-designed study. However it will need confirmation through further research." The research was supported by the National Cancer Institute.

FYI: Studies show that Shaklee's B-Complex supplement is the most bioavailable on B-Complex supplement the market.

Season for MGM Supplement Get Well Tea

After many phone calls the past two weeks it reminded me that kids have started school & are exposed to many new 'bugs' and w/ weather changes etc. it is the season to make sure you have a big batch of our Get Well Tea on hand b/c when you need it there is no time to start grinding everything up.
See below.. IT WORKS!!

Wellness Drink

Thanks to Barb Herman & Allan & Hannah Sharapan

Combine the following in a large bowl to make a supply of Wellness Drink Mix.

1 can of Muscle Builder

1 can of Instant Protein or Energy Soy Protein

1 can of Meal Shakes, French Vanilla

1 bottle of Vitiman Infant

Mix Blend all ingredients together until thoroughly mixed. Store in a cool, dry location in a closed container. (Protein & Physique cans work well, just re-label them.)Mix 3-4 scoops (4-6 Tablespoons) of Wellness Drink with 8-10 oz. of cold BestWater and/or juice in a blender, shaker, or glass. In a blender add ice cubes and blend until cubes disappear.

Benefits: Wellness Drink will dramatically rebuild a person's health and help regain lost weight during, or after a prolonged illness, cancer therapy, post surgery, serious injury, stroke, and whenever the body has been debilitated, grossly insulted or deprived of essential nutrients.

Of course a well person can enjoy Wellness Drink at any time. Sort of, nutrient insurance.

Suggested regimen: Drink from one to four 8oz. glasses of Wellness Drink each day,one each in the morning, at noon, in the evening and at bedtime.

It can be enjoyed with, or independently of, meals, or as in the case of those who cannot or will not eat solid food, by itself to the exclusion of solid food.

Wellness Drink may be used for days, weeks, months, or until the problems have been alleviated or have disappeared. Additional food supplements may be added at any time for increased results.

Idea: Prepare three days of Wellness Drink Mix (40 scoops) ahead of time in zip-lock bags. Add a card with explicit instructions (or this sheet). Give this, as a gift to those whom you know are ill or in need of Wellness Drink. Suggest to your existing consumers to purchase the baggies to give to their family members.

Get Well Tea

Grind the following into a fine powder to make a supply, about 1 cup, of Get Well Tea Mix. A coffee grinder is effective for grinding. Keep your Get Well Tea in a tightly covered container.

Mix

6 Alfalfa

3 Gentle Sleep Compound

2 Zinc Compound

4 Herbal Laxative

6 Chewable Vitamin C 100mg

4 Stomach Soothing Compound

4 Garlic

4 Mental Acuity

3 Liver Detox

6 Defender and R

6 Chewable Calcicum Magnesium

4 Vitamin C 500mg

6 Immune Builder

To boiling water, BestWater is best of course, add ½-rounded teaspoon of Get Well Tea Mix and stir well. Add honey or fructose to taste, if a sweetener is desired or 3T Orange Re-hydrater.

Sip from the cup or spoon and stir regularly so the granules remain in suspension. It is very important not to leave any granules at the bottom of your cup. For best results, drink a second cup 30 minutes after the first cup. Continue drinking Get Well Tea every hour, or every couple of hours, or as often as you are comfortable in doing so until you are feeling better. If dehydration is a concern, add more Re-hydrater to the water.

You will want to have your Get Well Tea whenever you are feeling less than well, or feel as though you are coming down with a cold, flu, virus, etc.

Get Well Tea provides almost instant results. You will feel better. If you do not have all of the above ingredients, make it with what you have, knowing you can add more of the immune boosters. However, this formula WORKS, and each product plays an important role with the total, working synergistically to provide greater results.

We make 2-3 batches at one time to ensure that we always have it on hand at home and when we travel. Enjoy.

To your better health & thanks to Barbara Herman for the recipe.

For Babies: (omit the immune builder whem making this recipe for young children)

Mix a small amount of Get Well Tea Mix into Pure Water. Stir and use a dropper to dispense into baby's mouth.

When Kaitlyn was an infant and Get Well Tea was given at the "appearance of" the onset of an illness, she would cry and sometimes resist as with some foods or medications. However, at age 2, she now looks forward to Get Well Tea and drinks it when suggested with NO resistance whatsoever. Hurrah for Kaitlyn!!! Hurrah for mother's perseverance!!!