Vitamins for Heart Health

January 14, 2010

Vitamins for Heart Health

Vitamins for Heart Health

Vitamins can be extremely valuable when it comes to keeping your heart strong and healthy. Taking vitamins for heart health is a simple and low-cost measure geared towards keeping your heart functioning at optimal levels.

Maintaining a proper diet is just as essential for heart health. However, if you’re like most people, you don’t consume the proper nutrients on a daily basis due to poor diet choices. You’re not doing your heart any favors – and may encounter problems as you age by neglecting certain vitamins essential for heart health. This is the main reason many health-minded individuals turn to vitamins for hear health. It’s a quicker, easier, and sometimes more inexpensive way to ensure you’re taking care of your body’s most precious organ.

So, what are the best vitamins for heart health? The first vitamin that comes to mind for most people is vitamin E, a vitamin that is vital to improving the overall health of your heart. When taken correctly, vitamin E can stop the cholesterol in the body from harming the arteries that surround the heart. Anytime cholesterol oxidizes, it sticks to the sides of the arteries and can lead to blockages which can cause heart attacks or other serious problems.

To help you keep your heart healthy, most doctors recommend that you take additional vitamins and supplements that contain vitamin E. They may also suggest that you eat foods that are naturally rich in vitamin E, such as nuts. Nuts have high amounts of vitamin E, and most of them taste great. You can find other foods that contain vitamin E as well, although nuts have the highest amounts.

In the past, research has shown Vitamin E to help those who have already suffered the wrath of a heart attack. This vitamin helps to prevent heart attacks in the future by opening up the arteries and eliminating blockage. Those who have had a heart attack in the past are always encouraged to add more vitamin E to their diet. So, when considering vitamins for heart health, start with Vitamin E.

Vitamin C also plays a vital role in heart health. Vitamin C supplements can be used to boost the effects of vitamin E. Vitamin C is known as an antioxidant, which counteracts the damaging effects that cholesterol has on the body. Along with preventing cholesterol from damaging the body, vitamin C also helps vitamin E with it’s functions – such as protecting your arteries and your heart.

By taking both vitamin C and E as a combination, you’ll be well on your way to a healthier heart. Overall, this is the easiest way that you can be sure you aren’t damaging your heart, especially if you have had a heart attack in the past. If you have a history of heart disease or heart problems in your family, Vitamin C and E should be your choice when it comes to vitamins for heart health. Even if you are just concerned about the health of your heart, these vitamins will give you the peace of mind in knowing that you are eating for a healthy heart.

As far as your dosage goes, it will vary from person to person, although 400 international units of vitamin E and C are the recommended amounts for most people. On it’s own, vitamin C can be tolerated in large doses, without imposing any harmful effects. You can take around 500 mg of it twice a day, and ensure that your heart remains healthy.

To be on the safe side, you should always make sure that you get the proper amount of vitamins and nutrients in your daily diet. Taking additional vitamins and supplements is a good idea, especially if you are trying to boost the health of your heart. Your heart is one of the most important organs in your body, which is why you should always take care the best way you know how. If you eat the proper diet and take the necessary vitamins for heart health – you’ll be well on your way to protecting your body’s most important organ.

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Fitness Gift Ideas

December 17, 2009

Valeo Fitness Gear

Are you a last minute shopper like me? Most people tend to procrastinate when it comes to holiday shopping. That’s just the way it is. If you’re looking for some fitness gift ideas, check out our large selection of Valeo Fitness Gear gym accessories, yoga mats, lifting belts, gym gloves, pushup bars and more. To check out even more fitness gift ideas visit our online store.

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Best Ephedra Diet Pill

November 28, 2009

What is the best ephedra diet pill? In order to answer this very common question, we decided to put together an ephedra diet pill comparison chart. This comparison chart provides a detailed overview of all the top selling ephedra diet pills compared by ephedra dosage, caffeine amount, serving size, and more. It should help you decide which ephedra diet pill is best for you.

We also decided to poll some of our loyal ephedra customers. Those that agreed to take part in the survey were asked what they thought was the best ephedra diet pill. They were given the following choices: Superdrine RX-10, Yellow Devils, Metabothin, Megadrine RFA-1, Ripped Power, Lipodrene, and Stimerex.

Here’s how they scored:

Yellow Devils – 47%|
Superdrine Rx-10 – 28%
Lipodrene – 15%
Ripped Power – 8%
**Other – 2%

Use the comparison chart below to compare ephedra diet pills.

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Compare Acai Berry Supplements

November 10, 2009
acai berry

Acai Berry

With all the acai berry supplements being advertised on television and radio today, it can be both challenging and time consuming trying to find the one that’s just right for you. Compare acai berry supplements by using this handy chart.

Using this chart to compare acai berry supplements will help make your buying decision quicker and easier. This brief overview compares acai potencies, delivery systems, pricing, serving size and more.

When choosing an acai berry supplement you should choose the delivery system that is right for you. Acai berry supplements are available in a choice of caplets, tablets, pure juice, and juice blends. Caplets are the easiest to swallow and digest. Tablets are slower to dissolve giving you a steady dose of acai for longer durations. Juices offer super quick absorption and that sweet acai berry taste. Powders can be mixed with water or your favorite beverage and give you more control over dosage.

We’ve selected only the best acai berry supplements to feature. Each product is unique in it’s own way and made by the most reputable manufacturers in the industry. You can click on the product name for more information on that specific product.

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Biochem Tension RX Discontinued

November 4, 2009
Biochem Tension RX

DISCONTINUED

Biochem’s Tension Rx Stress Relieving Formula has been discontinued by the manufacturer. Tension Rx was a favorite for people looking for all-natural stress relief in a safe and effective formula.

Rescue remedy

#1 For Stress Relief

Loyal Tension RX followers may want to try Bach’s Rescue Remedy as a replacement. Rescue Remedy is an all natural form of healing that can reduce everyday stress and help maintain control of your health. Effective in virtually any situation that causes stress or anxiety. Helps restore a sense of calm and control. Gentle, safe, effective treatment for the whole family.

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How to Prevent Swine Flu

September 25, 2009

Swine FluTop Ten Ways to Protect Yourself from the Swine Flu (H1N1) Virus

  1. Always, and I mean ALWAYS, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing. When you are done, make sure to throw the tissue away in the garbage and do not place it back in your pocket or handbag.
  2. Avoid direct contact with sick people or people that you may think are sick or showing symptoms of the flu. i.e.. runny nose, sneezing, coughing, red eyes, etc,.
  3. Avoid crowded public places, especially cramped indoor places with poor ventilation such as subways, elevators, and airplanes. If you must travel, try Airborne Cold Medication, specifically intended to protect you from contracting viruses and colds while traveling.
  4. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs spread this way. Think about all the things you touch throughout the day that might have come in contact with the virus: a public restroom door handle, the refrigerator door at work, the seat on the public bus, etc. If you’re a nail biter, stop now!
  5. Keep your immune system strong and healthy. The best way to do this is to get plenty of rest, eat a healthy diet, and get plenty of Vitamin C. If you can’t follow these suggestions then immune boosting supplements might be right for you.
  6. Pay close to attention to public health announcements by watching TV, listening to the radio, or following over the internet. They will also keep you notified of school closings if you have small children.
  7. Wash your hands as often as possible especially after returning home from the outside. If you do not have access to water and soap, make sure to stock up on alcohol based hand wipes. Make sure they are alcohol based.
  8. Get vaccinated. Although the swine flu vaccine wont be available till the middle or end of the fall, you should still get your “regular” flu shot to protect against common influenza. They are available at your doctor’s office, local clinic, and sometimes your local CVS, Eckerd’s, or Rite Aid Pharmacies for a nominal fee.
  9. If you think you are sick or are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, the CDC (Center for Disease Control) recommends staying home for 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. Note that your fever should be gone without the use of fever-reducing medicine.
  10. If you do get sick, prepare yourself and your living space for about a weeks worth of rest. You don’t want to leave your house while you’re sick and contagious for things you should have already stocked up on like alcohol based hand wipes, cold and flu relief supplements, tissues, reading material, TV Guide, etc.

Now that we’ve discussed how to prevent swine flu and other contagious viruses from infecting us, make sure you follow these suggestions carefully. Early predictions are that the swine flu (H1N1) virus may be even worse the second time around this fall.

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Gluten Free Muffin Recipe – Cranberry Flax Muffins

September 22, 2009
Gluten Free Cranberry Flax Muffins
Gluten Free Cranberry Flax Muffins

If you’ve heard of celiac disease then you probably know someone who has it as it is fairly common. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease, almost always inherited, and lasts a lifetime.  However, it is also treatable. 

People with celiac disease have damaged small intestine linings brought on by their body’s intolerance for gluten and other proteins usually found in your favorite wheat, oat, and barley products. After diagnosis from a trained professional, a person suffering from celiac disease must forgo their normal diets and concentrate on gluten free and wheat free foods. That’s especially bad news for most of us bread and pasta lovers.

While sticking to a gluten free/wheat free diet can have it’s challenges, here’s a delicious gluten free muffin recipe to get you started.

What you’ll need:

  • 1/4 cup flax flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup tapioca starch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup slightly ground golden flaxseed
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup orange juice the fresher the better
  • 1/4 cup quinoa flour
  • 3/4 cup sorghum flour
  • 1 tablespoon xantham gum
  • 1 tablespoon Gluten Free baking powder

** You can substitute the ground flaxseed for the flax flour and brown flaxseed for the golden.

How to prepare your gluten free cranberry flax muffins:

  1. In a large bowl, mix the sorghum flour, flax flour, quinoa flour, tapioca starch, brown sugar, xantham gum, baking powder, salt and flaxseed. Mix up all these ingredients and set them aside.
  2. Take a different bowl and using an electric mixer beat the egg, orange zest, OJ, and oil. After a minute or two, proceed to add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Now you can stir in the cranberries.
  3. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups and let stand 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  5. Now place the gluten free muffins into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 21-24 minutes or until they are firm to the touch.
  6. Remove them from the muffin pan and let cool completely.

Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket or health food store that specializes in gluten free products.

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The Benefits of Fish Oil

September 8, 2009
The Benefits of Fish Oil

The Benefits of Fish Oil

There are many well known benefits of fish oil. The top five benefits if fish oil are listed below:

  1. Lowers blood triglycerides – High levels of triglycerides are known to be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
  2. Helps reduce likelihood of blood clots – Fish oil benefits include the prevention of blood platelets from sticking together and forming blood clots.
  3. Lowers mild high blood pressure – Fish oil helps lower blood pressure when it is due to high cholesterol and hardening of the arteries.
  4. Reduces inflammation from rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and gout – Fish oil health benefits come from the DHA and EPA that reduce the amount of inflammation-causing substances.
  5. Lowers risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease – Studies have found that fish oil seems to help protect the nervous system.

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Printable Food Diaries

September 8, 2009

Printable food diaries are a great way for dieters to track their daily caloric intake. Research tells us that in order to lose one pound of body weight per week you need to slash your daily caloric intake by 500 calories. Your first job is to establish how many calories on average you are taking in each day. That’s where printable food diaries can help. For each day of the week, write down everything that you put in your body regardless of how small. One bite of a jelly donut may seem pretty insignificant but may contain as much as 100 calories. Most of your food should have nutritional values printed right on the label. For those food such as fruits and vegetables that don’t come with nutritional labels you should use the USDA National Nutrient Database as a reference.

Printable Food Diary for Date____________


Food Group

Food Name and Amount

Breakfast

Grains/Starches
 

Vegetables
 

Fruits
 

Dairy
 

Protein
 

Fats/Sweets
 

Beverages
 

Comments: 

Snack
 
 
 
 
 
 

Lunch

Grains/Starches
 

Vegetables
 

Fruits
 

Dairy
 

Protein
 

Fats/Sweets
 

Beverages
 

Comments: 

Snack
 
 
 
 
 
 

Dinner

Grains/Starches
 

Vegetables
 

Fruits
 

Dairy
 

Protein
 

Fats/Sweets
 

Beverages
 

Comments: 

Snack
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Printable Food Diary for Date____________

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Natrol Acai Berry Gets a New Look

July 27, 2009

Natrol has just unveiled a new packaging fot their best selling Acai Berry caps. Fortunately, they have not changed the formula. It is still comes in a 1,000 mg 60 cap bottle.

Natrol’s Acai Berry caps were already the most popular Acai supplement, so why go and mess with the “old” look? Granted, the “new” look is a remarkable improvement and it does come in box now so we’ll see if and how sales are effected.

One thing I do love about the new box is that there’s a small logo right on the front that says “Rainforest Safe”. It’s nice to know that Natrol doesn’t put it’s profit’s above the environment.

Check out the pictures below. What do you think?

Natrol Acai Berry

Natrol Acai BerryNatrol Acai

Natrol Acai Berry Back of Box

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