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Healthy Eating Habit Tips

July 7, 2012 by drburt

Healthy Eating Habit Tips

Healthy Eating Habit Tips

This is a guest post By Beth Ellyn Rosenthal about Healthy Eating Habit Tips

“The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.”

Thomas Edison    

Want to eat yourself healthy? You can, thanks to the immutable laws of endocrinology.

Science has proven how smoking can cause lung cancer and excess drinking can hurt your liver.  And just one touch of a leaf of a poison ivy plant can lead to irrational itching.

The same principle applies to becoming healthy. You can literally eat yourself back into bio balance if  you know what to eat. The theory is: if you understand how your body functions, you can use that knowledge to heal naturally. In fact, you have to return to biochemical equilibrium before you can fix any health problem without the intervention of drugs.

However, you do have to be patient. Natural cures take months, sometimes a year. But then  you fix the problem forever, as long as you control what you put into your mouth.

Here are some examples:

Weight loss

 If you need to lose weight, you must recalibrate your metabolism. The only way to do this is get your body back into biobalance.

You have to get six trace elements that need to be balanced in order for your body to behave appropriately. Otherwise, they will create a biochemical road block that will keep you heavier than you’d like forever.

These six elements are:

  • Calcium
  • Chromium
  • Copper
  • Iron
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium

People having trouble losing weight are typically toxic with calcium and copper and deficient in the other four elements. So, eat cherries (to increase iron), stop eating chocolate (it’s high in copper, and that will be the hardest one), shake black pepper on everything (increases chromium), eat more bananas (potassium) and seafood (magnesium), and keep the salmon to a minimum (calcium).

PMS, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats and Menopause Symptoms:

 All are caused by a copper/zinc imbalance, which leads to too much estrogen and not enough progesterone in the body.

Most Western women are toxic with copper and don’t have enough zinc. The fix is easy: cut out the foods high in copper, especially during PMS week, and eat more of the foods loaded with zinc.

Female infertility

(If all the parts are working) is caused by a copper/zinc imbalance, too.

Female hair loss

Caused  by a copper/zinc, sodium/potassium and/or a calcium/magnesium imbalance. Sorry, educated eating won’t stop male hair loss but it will slow the process!

Osteoporosis

Is caused by over 30 difficult biochemical imbalances. Not enough calcium is one. So is too much calcium. But the big cause is too much copper. (Swim in the ocean because most pools use copper algaecide. And grapes are for the birds, literally. They are loaded with copper.)

It only takes 21 days to change a habit. Changing what you put in your mouth can change your life.

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Six Very Essential Minerals and Women’s Health

June 3, 2011 by drburt

WOMANMinerals are playing a very important role in a human body. The main goal of these essential elements is to make sure that the body functions properly. If deficiency is ignored for a prolonged period of time a serious health problem can be developed. For instance: women who are menstruating need an extra supplementation of iron till the reach menopause stage. A good source of minerals concentration is in certain types of whole foods. However, it is hard to follow a diet that contains all the necessary nutrients that a woman needs. Taking multivitamin and food-based natural mineral supplements are few ways that can be very beneficial.

Supplements can help improve the body’s absorption of certain other minerals and nutrients – for instance, magnesium is necessary for calcium absorption, selenium is necessary for Vitamin E absorption, Zinc is necessary for Vitamin A absorption. Majority of the females are deficient in minerals such as magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, iodine and selenium. These minerals are very important fro proper metabolic function, hormone balance and bone strength and many other important health benefits.

Below is the list of six essential minerals and their function:

 

MAGNESIUM:

Key Functions: Energy Metabolism, protein synthesis, bone health, muscle and nerve function

Food Sources: Leafy green vegetables, sea weed or green algae, avocados, raw chocolate, beans, nuts, and grains such as brown rice and millet

Daily Dosage Recommendation: Age 19-30: 310mg    Age 31+: 320mg

 

CALCIUM:

Key Functions: Muscle function, nerve transmission, intracellular signaling, hormonal secretion, support and structure of bones and teeth

Food Sources: Dairy products, nondairy sources (preferable)  include sea vegetables, Chinese cabbage, kale and broccoli, foods: juices, dinks and cereal fortified with calcium.

Daily Dosage Recommendation: Age 19-50: 1000 mg  Age 50+ 1200 mg

 

IRON:

Key Functions: Part of the protein hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the body; also found in the protein myoglobin, which makes oxygen available for muscle contraction

Food Sources: Red meats, fish and poultry, lentils, beans, black-strap mo;ases, dried apricots, raisins.

Daily Dosage Recommendation: Age 19-50: 18mg Age 50+ 8mg

 

ZINC:

Key Functions: Strengthens immune system, increases white blood cells count, helps regulate hormones; supports absorption of calcium.

Food Sources: Oysters, pumpkin and many other seeds, most meat products, beans, nuts, whole grain.

Daily Dosage Recommendation: Age 19+ 8mg  Pregnant: 11mg Lactating 12mg

 

IODINE:

Key Functions: Strongly influences nutrient metabolism, detoxification, nerve and muscle function, nail, hair, skin and tooth condition and mental development.

Food Sources: Seafood, seaweeds such as kelp, clams, lobsters, oysters and sardines

Daily Dosage Recommendation: Age 19+:150mcg  Pregnant: 220mcg  Lactating: 290mcg

 

SELENIUM:

Key Functions: Stimulates glucose uptake and regulates metabolic processes including fatty acid synthesis; acts as an antioxidant against free radicals

Food Sources: Cereals, legumes, Brazil nuts, beef, chicken, eggs and cheese

Daily Dosage Recommendation: Age 19+:55µg  Pregnant: 60µg  Lactating: 70µg

 

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eGel – Electrolyte Energy Gel Cranks Sports Product Review

April 6, 2011 by drburt

eGel crank sportsReaders who followed my posts from the early days know that I am an avid mountain biker. I am very fortunate to live in San Francisco Bay Area where climate allows us to ride pretty much all year long. We never ever have a snow in a winter and it never rains from mid spring to mid autumn. Love it :). My house is about five minutes away from East Bay Regional Park – Lake Chabot. The trail can take a mountain biker all the way to Oakland and this trail connects all the way to Berkeley. I have never personally ridden to Berkeley due to the time limitations. A ride from a Ranger Station at Lake Chabot to Oakland is about 31 miles long with quite a bit of elevation gain. It takes about three and a half hours to complete with few small brakes on a way.

These long rides require proper fuel for your musculature. One of the products that I have been using since 2009 is eGel which is short for Electrolyte Energy Gel from Crank Sports.

Energy gels should be consumed with water and NOT a sports drink. The result is energy and hydration, but insufficient electrolyte replacement. This particular product has sufficient amount of energy, hydration and electrolyte replacement. With 4 to 5 times the electrolyte levels of traditional energy gels, e-Gel’s Electrolyte Energy formulation is designed to provide complete and balanced electrolyte replacement in addition to sustained energy and hydration when taken with water as recommended. And with 150 carbohydrate calories, e-Gel packs 50% more energy than most energy gels.

In the last couple of years that I have been racing Cross Country and I have never cramped or bonked during those rides. This product is one of the best on a market. I have tried many other products in a past but nothing would come even close to eGel. The following are the links that compare eGel to other products that are available on a market.

>> e-Gel vs. GU

>> e-Gel vs. Powerbar Gel

>> e-Gel vs. Hammer Gel

>> e-Gel vs. GU Roctane

>> e-Gel vs. Clif SHOT Bloks (must read!)

These are the reviews from other riders that I was able to find on www.MTBR.com

Best gel for me. I have used them training and racing, for mountain biking, triathlons, and running marathons. I keep them well stocked and have had a lot of my buddies get hooked on them as well. Crank Sports also has a good, free, on-line workout log that is set-up for multi-sports and is customizable. No, I don’t work for Crank Sports.

This product works and has never upset my stomach. The pre-mix drink packets are also great. If you use the gel and drink there is no Bonk.

Awesome product. Try their sports drink mix as well. The combination of the two cannot be beat. Reasonable pricing and seems to be an item that is wel stocked at many cycling stores – nice for a change to be able to find the product you like!

I highly recommend trying it. I always dreaded eating those Gu and Cliff shots because they made me choke. Great for long road and mtb rides. has more electrolytes so it keeps you from cramping.

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Zrii NutriiVeda Weight Loss System Product Review

March 25, 2011 by drburt

NUTRIIVEDAUnited States population has seen a dramatic increase in obesity cases. More and more people have cardiovascular diseases due to the improper nutrition, lack of exercises and stress. About two thirds of the US adult population is now overweight or obese. Studies have shown that that the prevalence for obesity has steadily increased among male and female, all ages, encompassing all racial and ethnic groups, and affecting population with different levels of education. Prevalence of overweight individuals have gone up form 44.8% to 66% since 1960. The greatest rise occurred after 1980 due to increased usage of refined products such high fructose corn syrup, processed meats, flower, and many other foods. This trend will soon surpass tobacco industry as the leading cause of cardiovascular disease in the United States.

Zrii NtriiVeda is a global leader in the health and wellness industry and provides the solution to a healthy weight management. Zrii is one of the fastest growing companies in the health and wellness arena. NutriiVeda was first lunched in 2007. This nutritional supplement is based on Amalaki fruit combined with other botanicals.

NutriiVeda is a very tasty and refreshing and one hundred percent natural shake that will replace your meal and combines a proprietary blend of 7 Ayurvedic botanicals (below is the list) along with 22 vitamins and minerals, top quality protein, soluble fiber, and essential amino acids. Regardless of your health condition this product can benefit “skinny” and “overweight” individuals and it will work to balance overall body fat level.

The scientifically proven ingredients in NutriiVeda have been shown to support fat metabolism, maintain normal blood sugar levels, curb appetite cravings, and promote greater energy levels. This product is casein and gluten free and contains no preservatives.

The main ingredient Guggul balances excess fat, while Gymnema curbs sugar cravings. Together these two power botanicals create more lean muscle mass and a physiology that is free of toxins – all with just one or two delicious shakes per day.

 

Synergistic Blend

The blending of healing botanicals is a delicate art perfected only by a handful of experts. Ancient healers skillfully combined the powers of many herbs and botanicals to produce rejuvenating effects that have influenced even the art of modern-day medicine.

Gymnema

Gymnema [Gymnema sylvestre]

Often called the “sugar destroyer,” Gymnema has been used by Ayurvedic healers to help support healthy blood sugar levels for thousands of years. Gymnema also supports a healthy metabolism.

GuggulGuggul [Commiphora mukul]

Known as the “fat killer” in Ayurvedic medicine, Guggul is a powerful resin extract that comes from the small, thorny mukul myrrh tree. It is known in Ayurveda for its ability to help rid the body of unwanted fat, increase cellular fire, and support healthy cholesterol levels and liver function.

TurmericTurmeric [Curcuma ionga]

Native to tropical South Asia, Turmeric demonstrates the ability to compliment circulation and digestion and has been used for thousands of years as a safe anti-inflammatory.

Green TeaGreen Tea [Camellia sinensis]

A powerful antioxidant, green tea contains high concentrated levels of EGCG that neutralize toxic free radicals within the body. It also works to protect the DNA, regulate blood sugar levels, increase thermogenesis, and boost energy.

AmalakiAmalaki [Emblica officinalis]

For centuries, this small fruit, which grows in the fertile soil at the base of the Himalayas, has often been considered the most effective source for, among other things, promoting cellular rejuvenation, enhancing immune function, and increasing vitality.

HaritakiHaritaki [Terminalia chebula]

Haritaki has been shown to nourish tissues–particularly the heart, liver, and kidney–and treat diseases of the eye, and by blocking the ability to utilize sugars, Haritaki may have cholesterol-lowering qualities and help eliminate bacteria.

CinnamonCinnamon [Cinnamomum verum]

Used in the Vanilla version of NutriiVeda

Cinnamon has a long history both as a spice and as a medicine. Cinnamon aids with problems in the digestive system and is high in antioxidants. Seasoning a high carb food with cinnamon can help lessen its impact on your blood sugar levels. Cinnamon slows the rate at which the stomach empties after meals, reducing the rise in blood sugar after eating.

CayenneCayenne [Capsicum annuum]

Used in the Chocolate version of NutriiVeda

Many herbalists believe that cayenne acts as a catalyst and increases the effectiveness of other herbs when used with them. Cayenne is a medicinal and nutritional herb. Medicinally it aids in elimination and assimilation.

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