| Antioxidants
are a broad group of compounds that destroy
single oxygen molecules, also called free
radicals, in the body, thereby protecting
against oxidative damage to cells. They are
essential to good health and are found naturally
in a wide variety of foods and plants, including
many fruits and vegetables. Many antioxidants,
either singly or in combination, are also
available as over-the-counter nutritional...
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| Blood
pressure is a force originating when the heart's
pumping pushes the blood against the walls
of the blood vessels. Their stretching and
contraction help maintain blood flow. Usually
measured over an arm or leg artery in humans,
blood pressure is expressed as two numbers;
normal adult blood pressure is about 120/80
mm of mercury. The higher number (systolic)
is measured...
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| It
is a steroid, with molecular formula C27H46O,
containing four rings in its structure. Cholesterol
is essential to life; it is a primary component
of cell membranes and a starting or intermediate
material from which the body makes bile acids,
other steroid hormones, and vitamin D. It
is made in the liver and some other organs,
in greater or lesser amounts depending on
the amount recently...
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| Detoxification
is to free (as a drug user or an alcoholic)
from an intoxicating or an addictive substance
in the body or from dependence on or addiction
to such a substance...
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| Good
health is dependent on the "groceries"
you take in and the "garbage" you
take out - of your body. Digestive ailments
have reached enormous proportions. Stress,
poor eating habits, medications, and certain
illnesses can interfere with the bodys ability
to absorb and assimilate nutrients, as well
as eliminate toxins efficiently. Enzymes,
fiber, probiotics...
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| Antioxidants
are a broad group of compounds that destroy
single oxygen molecules, also called free
radicals, in the body, thereby protecting
against oxidative damage to cells. They are
essential to good health and are found naturally
in a wide variety of foods and plants, including
many fruits and vegetables. Many antioxidants,
either singly or...
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| Cardiovascular
disease is the leading cause of death in North
America. Stressful lifestyles, poor diets,
and little exercise contribute to the development
of cardiovascular disease, a largely preventable
condition. Cardio Nutrition offers a wide
range of nutrients and formulations targeting
the heart and cardiovascular system. Combined
with proper diet...
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| The
immune system is a highly specialized front-line
defense. Poor eating habits, stressful lifestyles,
and environmental pollutants can wreak havoc
on the immune system. The key to staying well
is to stimulate, nourish and enhance the immune
system. Protect yourself from the systemic
effects of aging, "super bugs",
and more serious...
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| Arthritis
describes over 100 chronic conditions that
affect the joints, bones, and connective tissues.
Powerful natural anti-inflammatory supplements
support each of the joint components - cartilage,
ligaments, tendons and bones - to aid the
body's fight against arthritis, inflammation,
strains and joint pain. Start the rebuilding
process, lessen the incidence...
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| Men
need nutrients that promote prostate and urinary
system support, sexual vitality and potency,
physical and emotional well-being, improved
circulation, and abundant energy. Time-tested
ancient Chinese herbs and scientifically researched
nutrients can promote healthy hormone function
and enhance pleasure and peak performance...
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| Comprehensive
formulas designed to help improve memory and
concentration, provide restful sleep, de-stress,
or elevate your mood. Others help bolster
your immune system, or correct imbalances
for improved energy. Easily customize your
daily supplementation to support and balance
the function of specific organs...
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| Carbohydrates,
fats, and proteins are essential nutrients
— we all know that — but you may
not realize that essential minerals like calcium,
zinc, and copper are also key to your health.
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| The
human body requires good nutrition to renew,
repair and rejuvenate itself on a daily basis.
We are over taxed by hectic lifestyles, pollution,
overly processed food, and poor food choices
that contribute to dietary deficiencies. While
basic nutritional needs may be the same, each
persons body differs. To address the unique
needs you may have...
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| Stress
is what you feel when you have to handle more
than you are used to. When you are stressed,
your body responds as though you are in danger.
It makes hormones that speed up your heart,
make you breathe faster, and give you a burst
of energy. This is called the "fight-or-flight"
stress response.
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| Research
has suggested cranberry may be effective against
UTIs because it prevents E. coli, the bacteria
that causes most urinary tract infections,
from attaching to the walls of the bladder.19
Cranberry is not, however, a substitute for
antibiotics in the treatment of acute UTIs.
Moreover, in children whose UTIs are due to
“neurogenic bladder”...
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| More
than half of adults are overweight, and nearly
one-quarter of them are obese. Excess weight
may lead to many health problems, such as
cardiovascular disease, hypertension, arthritis,
and the insulin related problems of obesity.
Lose weight safely and effectively with natural,
science-based solutions designed to dramatically
boost your metabolism...
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| The
health and nutrition needs of women are drastically
different from those of men, and they are
constantly changing. Most women strive to
balance hormones, calm nerves, reduce night
sweats and hot flashes, boost energy, lose
weight, improve digestive, urinary and heart
health, support breast health, and improve
bone density. Natural hormone-balancing...
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