Sub-lingual B12
Vitamin B-12 is important in protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism. and the disersal if Vitamin A.
It is necessary for the production and regeneretion of red blood cells, the normal metabolism of nerve tissue and the syntesis of methioline an dcholine.
A vitamin B-12 deficency has been reported as a factor in pernicious anemia as well as many nervous disorders, mental disturbances and motor-coordination difficulties.
Beneficts
Anyone who has ever received an injection of Vitamin B-12 from their physician may remember how good they felt afterwards ( Vitamin B-12 is an energy "booster " and a fatigue fighter).
The problem
These same people have probably also noticed that they don't get the same positive results when they take Vitamin B-12 supplemente orally.
This is because many people lack one or more of the mucoproteins ( intrisic factor) necessary for the absoption of oral B-12 via the interstinal tract.
Even if a person were to take a large dosage of oral B -12 absorption would probably be very low.As matter of fact it has been fairly well established that irrespective of the amount of B-12 taken orally, only approximately 1.2% of that is absorbed.
As result, until fairly recently, the only highly effective administration of vitamin B-12 was through an injection given by a medical doctor.
The solution
The health conscious individual can now obtainthis vital nutirent through daily supplementation of Sub-liongual Vitamin B-12.The correct way to take Sublingualo B-12 is to place the pleasant, berry tasting, sugar free lozenge under your tongue and allow it to dissolve ( approximately five minutes).
It is readily absorbed directly into the bloodstream via the buccal cavity under the tongue, thereby eliminating the intrisic factor problem.
this same process is used by many people with heart problems that must take nitro-glycerene.
The most recent clinical tests revealed a 137% increase in the blood serum B-12 after administration of the sublingual Vitamin B-12! Our sublingual Vitamin B-12 is available in 2000mcg per tablet ( lozenge) dose. We reccomend one per day tablet for most people.
03.05.2009. 14:36
Fish Liver Oil
Fish oil supplements
Epa or Cod liver oil?
Cod liver oil.
Cod liver oil contains high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Cod liver oil is especially high in the omega-3 fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). Cod liver oil also contains a significant amount of vitamins A and D.
Cod liver oil can have a fishy taste and might cause belching, nosebleeds, halitosis, or heartburn in some people. Gastrointestinal side effects can be minimized if cod liver oil is taken with meals and if doses are started low and gradually increased.
EPA/DHA fish oil capsules.
People who are concerned about their caloric intake may prefer to take EPA/DHA capsules, which has the same benefit as cod liver oil, but is much more concentrated and has far fewer fat calories.If fish oil is disagreeable to you, you can take less of it and get the same effect by taking EPA/DHA capsules.
EPA/DHA capsules also do not contain vitamins A and D, which may be toxic in high doses for some
Fish Oil Toxicity and Drug Interactions
Fish oil can become rancid if exposed to heat, light or oxygen.
Rancid oils are very unhealthy because they contain free radical molecules that damage your cells. To prevent possible free radical damage, you should also take an antioxidant formula that includes vitamin E.
Excessive vitamin A and D is possible with too much cod liver oil. Pregnant women and women who are trying to become pregnant must be careful about excessive intake of vitamin A due to its potential effect on the fetus.
Check the label of your fish oil product for its vitamin A and D content.
Fish oil may increase homocysteine concentrations and nitric oxide metabolism in healthy humans. At excessive levels, these substances can tip you in the direction of inflammation and oxidant stress (free radical damage to your cells). You can control this potential problem with a high-quality B-complex vitamin
If you're on a blood thinning medication (aspirin, coumadin, etc.), consult with your physician before taking fish oil or EPA/DHA capsules.
(Fish oil, especially in large doses over a period of time, has a blood-thinning effect and thus affect bleeding time)Fish cannot escape environmental pollution and most have become contaminated to some extent with mercury, dioxins, and other petrochemicals. When oil is extracted from fish, the chemicals come along with the oil. In addition, if too much heat is used during processing, free radical peroxides will be present in the oil.
Therefore you should be very selective when purchasing any fish oil product.
Don’t buy cheap Fish Liver Oil, there always a reason why a brand is much cheaper then others and usually it is not generosity of the brand owner, fish liver oil supplements must go through filtering and distillation process and they are expensive.
What Is Fish Oil Good for?
There are substantial number of studies on file that indicate fish oil may be helpful in any of these conditions:
- Alzheimer Disease
- Asthma
- Autoimmune disorders
- Brain development & visual acuity
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular disease
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Fertility
- Gallstones and gallbladder
- Heart attack
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
- Kidney trouble
- Migraine headaches
- Peptic ulcer
- PMS & menstrual problems
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Psoriasis
- Reumathoid Arthritis
05.04.2009. 09:52
L-Glutamine and IBS
L-Glutamine is big news recently as it has been found to be very useful to regulate intestinal function when taken with food. Can help reduce irritation and some types of allergic reaction in the gut [especially helpful for pain associated with ibs]. As a nutrient it is required by every cell in the body. It is now back in force having been overlooked for a long time. Traditionally used by athletes and body builders to increase muscle mass and lose weight. It is found on the market in powder form and capsules, we feel the capsule form is the better one - it has a longer shelf life once open and no unpleasant taste.Whatch this space for more information about this supplement!!!!!15.02.2009. 00:40
Saw Palmetto Berries may help baldness?
Saw palmetto berry commonly used to prevent prostate desease, as an aphrodisiac, to enlarge breast size, as alternative medicine for symptoms of chronic bronchitis or problems relating to the bronchial tract.Baldness?
Since there is really no sure way to prevent baldness, there are some treatments that work on people that have stopped them from losing more, while stimulating new hair growth.
While considering hair loss treatments you should consider every option that is available to you. One cause of hair loss is excess DHT in the hair tissue, it is believed that because saw palmetto reduces DHT in the prostate that there is no reason to believe that it will do no the same thing for hair loss.
Some medical professionals do agree that saw palmetto does stimulate hair growth . The dosage of saw palmetto that would be needed in order to get the hair to grow is debateble.
Saw Palmetto contains many different substances that have beneficial effects.
Saw palmetto is available over the counter as an herbal supplement.
Currently have no major side effects.
It is said that saw palmetto in extract form is an effective anti-androgen and definitely shows promise as an effective treatment for baldness.
Consult your medical professional for additional information and to find out if saw palmetto is for you.
15.02.2009. 00:31
