Vitamin D

 

With all the current pregnancies in our church, I thought I'd look into some of the disorders that may arise during a pregnancy. I also looked at vitamins and minerals, and their affect, both good and bad, on pregnant women. One such order that I've found is Preeclampsia, which from at least one study showed that all the women suffering from this disorder had low levels of vitamin d and omega-3.

What is Preeclampsia?

According to the Preeclampsia website, "Preeclampsia is a disorder that occurs only during pregnancy and the postpartum period and affects both the mother and the unborn baby. Affecting at least 5-8% of all pregnancies, it is a rapidly progressive condition characterized by high blood pressure and the presence of protein in the urine. Swelling, sudden weight gain, headaches and changes in vision are important symptoms; however, some women with rapidly advancing disease report few symptoms." [1]

The exact causes of Preeclampsia remain unclear, although researchers suspect poor nutrition, high body fat, immune deficiencies, and insufficient blood flow to the uterus, with ethnicity and heredity seen as possible factors.

Hopes have been raised for a number of possible preventive factors – including antioxidant vitamins and chocolate – but these indications were not supported by subsequent research (Triche EW et al. 2008; Rumbold A et al. 2008; Klebanoff MA et al. 2009). [2]

Can low vitamin D levels have an affect on women during their pregnancy?

A recent study conducted in Norway showed that "nulliparous women who develop Preeclampsia had low concentrations of vitamin D in serum sampled in mid-pregnancy. The aim of the present study was to estimate the association between intake of vitamin D during pregnancy and the risk of Preeclampsia in 23,423 nulliparous pregnant women taking part in the Norwegian Mother and Child Cohort Study." [3]

The findings in the study may not be conclusive, however, it did show that women who had Preeclampsia, did have a lower level of vitamin d. "The findings are consistent with other reports of a protective effect of vitamin D on Preeclampsia development. However, because vitamin D intake is highly correlated with the intake of long chain n-3 fatty acids in the Norwegian diet, further research is needed to disentangle the separate effects of these nutrients." [3]

Because of the high consumption of fish in the Norwegian diet, researchers also noted that the women who reported higher vitamin D intake also reported higher omega-3 intake (from food and/or pills). This makes sense, given that fish are by far the best food sources of both nutrients.

You may have heard that omega-3 essential fatty acids are an important part of your diet, and so is vitamin d. Whether you are pregnant or not, eating healthy foods and taking a daily supplement is the key to good health.

A good source of vitamin d is TriVita's VitaCal-Mag D, which provides, five forms of chelated calcium, over 20 bone-fortifying vitamins and minerals, 100% RDI of Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc and Vitamin D, and Chlorophyll-coated tablets that protect valuable nutrients, time-releasing optimal absorption.

And a good source of omega-3 is TriVita's Omega Prime, which meet the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines. One daily dose of Omega Prime provides the amount of Omega-3 recommended by the AHA for healthy individuals, as well as for those who have heart disease or the risk of it.

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

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

Sources:
[1] http://www.Preeclampsia.org/about.asp
[2] Triche EW, Grosso LM, Belanger K, Darefsky AS, Benowitz NL, Bracken MB. Chocolate consumption in pregnancy and reduced likelihood of Preeclampsia. Epidemiology. 2008 May;19(3):459-64.
[3] http://journals.lww.com/epidem/Abstract/2009/09000/Vitamin_D_Supplementation_and_Reduced_Risk_of.18.aspx

desperate to Lose Weight

Desperate To Lose Weight

Obesity has indeed become a chronic condition through the years. Although it can be a “temporary problem” which can be solved and treated for a couple of months or years with a rigid diet, losing excessive weight gain is not always possible and easy.

For most obese people, it can be a frustrating and life-long effort if not addressed properly. In order to promote safe and effective weight loss, various weight loss programs have been created to provide long-term approach in controlling obesity. If you are determined to lose weight by enrolling into a specific weight loss program, here are some of the tips you can use to find that responsible and safe weight loss program for you.

- Make sure the diet is safe. You can do this by double-checking if the diet offered by the weight loss program includes the vitamins, minerals, and proteins required in the Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs).

- Check if the weigh loss diet offers low calories. Since too much calorie intake is one of the primary reasons of obesity, make sure that the diet provided by the weight loss program you are planning to enrol is low in calories and not in essential and essential contents.

- A responsible weight loss program should be directed towards a slow and steady weight loss. Since weight loss cannot be achieved overnight, make sure that the weight loss program promotes slow but sure weight loss strategies. Most experts agree that the safest weight loss is about a pound a week after the first 2 weeks. It is expected that since many weight loss programs based losing weight with calorie-restricted diets, you will experience rapid weight loss during the 2 weeks. Don’t worry because this loss is mainly fluid and can be regained quickly when you go back to a normal-calorie diet. Unless your physician thinks that losing weight rapidly is best for your health condition would benefit, stick to quick weight loss.

- The weight loss program can give you an idea how much weight you should and you could lose, can present to you the appropriate weight-loss program for your body’s condition, and can give you a rough estimate on how much weight you should lose in a specific period of time.

- Check if the weight loss program you are planning to enrol with offers weight maintenance plans after the weight loss phase. A safe weight loss program must ensure the safety and effectivity of the weight loss diet by monitoring its after effects. Inquire if the weight loss program offers weight maintenance because it is the most difficult part of controlling weight.

- Make sure that the weight program can help you permanently change your lifestyle towards healthy living. A responsible weight loss program should help the person change his/her dietary habits as well as the level of physical activity in order to avoid repeating the factors that led him/her to obesity before.

- Look for Behavior modification help. The weight loss program should include education in healthy eating habits and long-term plans in dealing with weight problems. It should also include individually tailored exercise programs for the student.

- Keep an eye on financial transparency. Make sure that the weight loss program provides a detailed statement of fees and actual costs of additional items like dietary supplements in your bill.

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The B-12 Family of B Vitamins

Homocysteine, Genetics & Vitamins - by Brazos Minshew, TriVita's Chief Science Officer

Homocysteine (HCY) is a tool used by your body to modify protein. Specifically, homocysteine carves up the amino acid methionine into smaller amino acids. Each of these amino acids has important functions. The "leftovers" from this construction project are not thrown away. Instead, your body recombines the debris back into methionine again.

Methionine is the protein that serves as the foundation for all other proteins. It's like concrete: You can build a small cottage or a large skyscraper on the same concrete foundation. You can build brain cells, heart cells, bone cells, and healthy cells for your entire body on the protein methionine. Homocysteine is responsible for crafting that foundation. While homocysteine is an excellent tool for your body, too much of it can be fatal.

There is a common gene defect among people in North America. It is called an MTHFR defect. It allows homocysteine to escape into the bloodstream and literally shred your arteries, causing a stroke; tangle your brain cells causing Alzheimer's disease; shatter your bones causing osteoporosis; and inflame your heart, causing a heart attack.

Another common genetic defect is MTHFD. It allows homocysteine to run amok inside your cells. This can lead to cell mutations and even cancer.

What an elegant, yet destructive element homocysteine can prove to be! How can we modify homocysteine and harness its constructive power while protecting against its destructive rampage?

The answer is found in Vital Amines.

Vital Amines are active enzymes in your blood, organs, and even inside your cells. You may know them by their shortened name - vitamins! In the world of "B" vitamins there are two families:

1. The MTHFR family

• a. B-12
• b. Folic acid
• c. B-6
• d. Biotin

2. The MTHFD family

• a. Riboflavin
• b. B-1
• c. Niacin
• d. Pantothenic acid

Elevated homocysteine can be caused by genetics or poor nutrition. When a person has an active genetic defect they require intense nutrition to offset the imbalance caused by the gene mutation. Supplemental nutrition is very effective in most cases. TriVita's HCY Guard® was designed specifically for high HCY. One study on TriVita's HCY Guard found that HCY levels could be reduced by 35% in just 6 weeks!

Vital amines such as the Riboflavin family of B vitamins combine with antioxidants to help reduce the activity of cellular homocysteine. One study found that the specific antioxidant ECGC (the antioxidant found in green tea) stopped the trigger DNMT (an enzyme) from releasing homocysteine inside the cell. People consuming large amounts of ECGC have reduced DNMT and have fewer cases of cancer.

Riboflavin and ECGC are both found in Energy Now!®. In fact, just as TriVita's Sublingual B-12 and HCY Guard supplements contain the B-12 family of B vitamins, Energy Now! contains the complementary Riboflavin family of B vitamins. They work together to form a perfect B complex that helps your body reduce homocysteine.

Is there a way to tell if you have one of these common disease risks? Yes; one way is to have a genetic test performed. This is usually done by drawing enough blood to collect DNA and submitting this to one of only a few labs in North America that can perform genetic testing. A second way is to have your homocysteine levels tested. This can be performed by most medical laboratories. Ask your doctor to do this test with your annual physical.

Another indicator of elevated homocysteine is your own family tree. Does any "first-degree" relative (father, mother, brother, or sister) have any of the conditions attributed to homocysteine? If so, you likely have the gene defect. Does a "second-degree" relative (grandparents, aunts, uncles, or cousins) have any of the conditions attributed to homocysteine? If so, you may have the gene defect as well.

Did you know nutrient deficiencies can mimic a genetic defect by failing to provide the minimum amount of vital amines necessary to prevent elevated homocysteine? A poor diet, illness, pregnancy, aging, and stress can place you at risk for elevated HCY. Children and adults with asthma and irritable bowel syndrome are at high risk for elevated HCY.

Lowering your homocysteine

High HCY in your blood is linked to serious illness. Helping your body reduce high HCY may greatly reduce your risk for serious illness. These actions will also help:

• Eat fruits and vegetables high in antioxidants - 5 servings daily for children, 7 servings for women, and 9 servings for men.
• Reduce your stress load.
• Get at least 30 minutes of vigorous activity every day.
• Supplement your diet with nutrients such as TriVita's HCY Guard and Energy Now!.
• Defeat stress by nurturing your spirit with healthy relationships and a healthy sense of purpose.

Remember, genes are not fate; you have as much control over your genes (through nutrients and nurturing) as they have over you. Build a healthy foundation for your future by balancing your homocysteine.

Be sure to have your homocysteine levels tested if:

• You have a family history of:
  • Heart disease
  • Stroke
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Osteoporosis
  • Cancer
• You experience gastric disturbances, breathing difficulties, or kidney issues
• You are over 50 You are pregnant
• You are experiencing high stress levels
• You eat a poor diet
• You don't exercise regularly

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This article was reprinted in its entirety to keep its integrity. The artcle was written by Brazos Minshew, TriVita's Chief Science Officer.

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

For everything that's suggested as being good, there is usually something that's bad. It's no difference when it comes to physical fitness.

Just when you thought exercise was important in order to maintain your ideal weight, and keep you physically fit, we hear about a down side, Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS). It's not likely that you'll ever experience DOMS, but the fact remains that it does effect many people who are determined to stay, or get in shape.

According to Wikipedia, "(DOMS), sometimes called muscle fever, is the pain or discomfort often felt 24 to 72 hours after exercising and subsides generally within 2 to 3 days. It is commonly thought to be caused by increased lactate concentrations; however, this is a misconception as it has been shown elevated levels of lactic acid rarely persist after an hour of rest." [1]

This sort of muscle pain is not quite the same as the muscle pain or fatigue you experience during exercise. This delayed pain is also very different than the acute, sudden pain of and injury such as muscle strains and sprains, which is marked by an abrupt, specific and sudden pain that occurs during activity and often causes swelling or bruising.

There are no real known simple treatment for DOMS; however, several theories or home remedies, if you will, have been used to treat DOMS. Research continues on DOMS, but researchers haven't come up with a solution for a quick recovery from DOMS. Although there is no real cure, research has been focusing on "anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents."

One of the key elements of focus is omega-3. Many of us may know that omega-3s are known for their anti-inflammatory agents. That's why attention has been moving towards these broadly beneficial fatty acids.

Not only do essential fatty acids (EFAs), which are primarily found in fatty fish, such as salmon, herring, and to a lesser extent tuna, help protect the heart and lower cholesterol, but now researchers are finding that they can also help cure DOMS.

A research team in Iran has published the encouraging results of a small randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (Tartibian B et al. Clin J Sport Med 2009). [2]

"In this study, 27 men who had not participated in any exercise program for 60 days were asked to do bench-stepping in a way known to cause 'eccentric muscle loading', wherein the muscle lengthens as it contracts, frequently causing muscle damage and resulting DOMS." [3]

Before beginning the exercise, the men were assigned to take either fish oil (high in omega-3 EPA and DHA) or placebo pills.

"The researchers measured indirect markers of muscle soreness, including perceived pain, thigh circumference (an indicator of muscle inflammation), and range of motion in the knee joint. Compared to the placebo and control group, the men in the omega-3 fish oil group showed significant improvements 24 and 48 hours following the exercise.:" [3]

If your starting a new exercise routine, follow the advice of physical fitness experts and start slowly and and make sure you warm-up, before exercising, and cool-down, after exercising. These simple steps may prevent DOMS. If you're like me, you want to go full out right away, which is not the best way to loss weight or get in shape.

If you do happen to experience DOMS, or if your looking for an omega-3 supplement, try TriVita's Omega Prime, a supplement that supplies your daily requirements of omega-3 fatty acids.

You can find additional information on Omega Prime and all of the TriVita nutritional products by going to http://trivitaproduct.info.

Jeffrey Sloe
Independent TriVita Business Affiliate - #12871028
440-725-3729

Sources:
[1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delayed_onset_muscle_soreness
[2] Tartibian B, Maleki BH, Abbasi A. The effects of ingestion of omega-3 fatty acids on perceived pain and external symptoms of delayed onset muscle soreness in untrained men. Clin J Sport Med 2009 Mar;19(2):115-9. doi: 10.1097/JSM.0b013e31819b51b3
[3] http://newsletter.vitalchoice.com/e_article001546097.cfm?x=bg4sCWR,bfv5gTb0

 

Weight Loss

Desperate To Lose Weight

Simple steps to keep the weight off, eat healthy foods.

Why? When you deprive your body of the much needed nutrients, your metabolism will begin to shut down to compensate for the loss. Hence the results are unproductive. Starving yourself is not the best way to lose weight quickly.

I challenge you to try and eat more foods that are unprocessed for at least 3 weeks until it becomes a habit.

Make meals that are wholesome and healthier for you.

Creating each meal with natural ingredients will allow you to actually eat more, as these foods generally tend to contain less calories, it follows that you can fill up your plate more. Not only can you eat more each meal, but you should also be eating often through out the day. 5-6 times per day, spread 2-3 hours apart, should be the norm. The end result is more and longer lasting energy and an all around great feeling that you cannot achieve while starving yourself.

There is one rule of thumb when you’re trying to lose weight. Use it as an indicator that you’re on the right track. DON’T starve yourself or allow yourself to get thirsty, if you do you will Dehydrate quickly. Be sure to drink as much water as you can tolerate, but Never allow yourself to become thirsty. Snack, even if your not hungry, so as to not let your metabolism drop. Remember, the more natural foods you eat and the more often you eat, the higher your metabolism| and this is the best way to lose weight quickly,

Drink plenty of clean water, at least 2 litres per day and keep sipping it. This will flush your system of toxins and fats that may have previously formed and keep you hydrated and energized throughout the day.

The answer to fast weight loss is really The secret to losing weight and maintaining that loss is not the amount of food you eat, but what you eat.

 

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Weight Loss

Many diet or weight loss plans can be found Google, but finding the one that's right for you may be a problem. Why? Because every one is not made the same, and some people have certain illnesses that may require a different approach to weight loss.

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is a weight loss plan recommended to many people diagnoses with hypertension (high blood pressure) or pre-hypertension by their physicians. The DASH diet eating plan has been proven to lower blood pressure in studies sponsored by the National Institutes of Health. [1]

The DASH diet provides more than the traditional low salt or low sodium diet to reduce blood pressure. It is based on an eating plan rich in fruits and vegetables, and low-fat or non-fat dairy (sounds like most weight loss plans to me).

Like most pans, losing weight will not happen if you do not take that first step. In my opinion, the first step towards losing weight can be as simple as avoiding snacks, you know, the ones caused by those cravings for sweets or salt.

When you randomly snack during the day by grabbing a handful of chips, nuts or cookies, you may think that as long as the portions are small that it won't affect your weight. What you need to know is, the calories in those snack foods can add up very quickly.

Try this simple routine to help you stop snacking; keep a food journal or diary. This will show you just how many calories you are eating each day. It may be a shock at first, but if you continue this process, you'll become cognizant of the added daily calories, and what they are doing to you weight.

Researchers discovered that patients who were part of a DASH study lost more than double the weight when they recorded their food choices in a diary. I'm sure you will see the same results, as long as you stick with it. Remember, it's the awareness factor that leads to action, and action leads to weight loss.

To decrease your weight even faster, you may want to try TriVita's Leanology® three step system. You can drink the shakes for breakfast and lunch, and if you have a craving to snack, you can eat the Leanology® Tasty Chews. They are the perfect, low calorie, deliciously satisfying snack that helps you lose weight in two crucial ways, as a snack substitute and as an an appetite controller.

And since we're talking about Leanology®, the third part includes the unique fat-burning capsules that will help you lose weight the most desirable way - by burning up your body's excess fat. So not only will the pounds drop off, but your body will be reshaped, too.

Why not make this plan work for you? Simply record all meals, snacks and drinks and add up your daily totals, and engage in Leanology's three step weight loss system. It's wort trying something, because doing the same thing and expecting different results may just lead to additional stress, and possibly hypertension.

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

Sources:
[1] www.dashdiet.org

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

 

Weigth Loss

Desperate To Lose Weight

Every person that begins a diet and exercise plan does so with the intention to become healthier and lose weight. How to lose weight quickly is a common question, which is why some people enlist the help of a personal trainer to guide them through the diet and exercise maze. Of course, diet and exercise is the healthiest way to lose weight, but it does take some time. As fat is replaced by muscle, calories are burned more efficiently and a leaner appearance is the result. Sometimes it's easy to get discouraged with this approach, but progress cannot be measured solely on what the scale reads. Muscle weighs more than fat, and many times weight stays the same or only decreases at small increments. Though it may not seem like much, weight loss is occurring at a steady rate.

Diet and exercise is great but in most cases, the weight doesn't just melt off like some people expect it to, which is why people want to know how to lose weight quickly. Depending on how much weight someone wants to lose, there are lots and lots of ways how to lose weight quickly. Low carbohydrate diets such as Atkins and the South Beach Diet are a good way to lose weight quickly, a lot if needed. Dieters can usually lose from five to ten pounds relatively quickly, but dieters should still be aware of their nutritional intake and not restrict themselves too much. Low carbohydrate diets emphasize eating greater amounts of protein, while restricting consumption of carbohydrates and refined sugars. The cayenne pepper diet attempts to use pepper to boost your metabolism. Once these foods are eliminated cravings will decrease, and the pounds will start to melt off as well.

For more ideas on how to lose weight quickly, dieters can visit the web to check out a multitude of sources with lots of good information on dieting, what plans works and which one's to stay away from. Both Atkins and the South Beach Diet can guide people who want to learn how to lose weight quickly, and keep it off. After losing weight it is easy to slip back into the clutches of bad habits. Now why would anyone want to do that after working so hard to get the weight off? In addition to learning how to lose weight quickly, dieters need to learn how to completely change their eating habits for good. Being healthy is much better than the alternative.

David Ogden- Helping People Help Themselves

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Sonoran Bloom - New ant-inflammatory, antioxidant and detoxifying drink providing natural pain relief for inflammation
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